When Nina Zunt was growing up, she noticed that her dad’s field—residential construction—lacked of women. Now, as owner of EHS Maryland, which offers commercial and residential general contractor services, Zunt is not only competing in a male-dominated industry, but doing it better.
She was chosen to participate in the Women Entrepreneurs certificate program at Cornell University and is certified as a minority-and women-owned business. EHS has grown rapidly, grossing over $2 million, and has contracts with several franchises, including Ilovekickboxing.com and Frequentis USA. An eco-friendly company, EHS holds LEED certification for its silicone roofing product and is the only Maryland company certified to sell and use it.
As a volunteer, she helps the National Association for Women in Construction introduce young girls to the industry by taking them on field trips to job sites. “Most people expect a man to show up, but it’s 2018, and women can do anything,” says Zunt. “Call it #womenincharge.”