Acquisition International - Influential Businesswoman Awards 2022 33 May22488 Most Innovative Rock Drilling & Construction Co-Founder (USA): Paige Durham he manufacturing industry in the United States is booming – according to Statista, the industry is expected to cultivate US$7.94tn in revenue in 2022. However, the manufacturing industry has a glaring gender imbalance issue, as the United States Department of Labor notes that only 28% of manufacturing workers in the United States are women. This figure is incredibly low in comparison to other industries. For example, 54% of finance workers are women, and in retail, women consist of 46% of the workforce. WORD Rock Drills, a company that manufactures equipment for construction work, deviates greatly from these numbers. Not only does the company hire women without discrimination, but it is also co-owned by a woman. Indeed, Paige Durham is a trailblazer, and alongside her husband, Clayton, she has turned the family business into one that serves the community and abides by and honours their belief in God. In 2019, Paige and Clayton began their journey as business owners, purchasing WORD Rock Drills from Paige’s parents. By 2020 the company had doubled the size of its team and produced over 70 drills, setting the script for the company’s successful future. As such, WORD Rock Drills’ portfolio is filled with impressive projects, ranging from mountaintop builds to underwater dam constructions. ‘WORD delivered a skid steer mounted rock drill to replace 2-3 handheld drills saving our backs from wear and tear and helping us complete the job quickly and efficiently,’ testifies Allen Farm Fence. Having worked for the company since 2011, it’s safe to say that Paige knows every fine detail of WORD Rock Drills. Henceforth, it is only natural that the company would evolve under her guidance. She endeavours to run a Christ-centred business that promotes community, acceptance, and kindness, and, in addition, represents the growing role of women in the industry while showcasing the success of a multi-generational ownership transition. Paige’s experience within the industry has certainly aided her during her time as co-owner and CFO. The Appalachian State University graduate possesses a bachelor’s degree in business administration and has spent time serving as a member of numerous organisations, including The General Federation of Women’s Clubs. Moreover, Paige spends her spare time nurturing her love of Christ through volunteering at her local church. T Located in North Carolina, WORD Rock Drills is a unique gem in the equipment manufacturing industry. Specialising in the production of rock drilling attachments, WORD is one of the handful of manufacturing companies in the United States that boasts a woman at the helm. Consequently, Paige’s devotion to the family business has earned her the accolade Most Innovative Rock Drilling & Construction CoFounder (USA). She is bold, ambitious, and is leading the way for women in a male-dominated industry. Contact: Paige Durham Company: Word Rock Drills Web Address: https://www.wordrockdrills.com/
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