Engineering Matters

#7 The woman who built Trump Tower

Oct 15, 2018 · 40:41

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Barbara Res, a female engineer, led Trump Tower construction in the 1970s/80s.
She overcame significant sexism in the male-dominated construction industry.
Her expertise earned Donald Trump's respect on major projects.

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