THE HIDDEN HEROES OF CONSTRUCTION | With Brittany Paul | The Business Spotlight

In this episode of the Business Spotlight Podcast, host Dona Kappmeyer sits down with Brittany Paul, CEO and co-owner of Lone Star Energy Efficiency, to discuss her journey into entrepreneurship and her passion for educating builders, developers, and homeowners on energy efficiency.

Brittany shares how her background as a teacher shaped her leadership style, why education is at the core of her business, and how Lone Star Energy Efficiency supports cities, builders, and contractors by ensuring compliance with international energy codes. The conversation explores what energy efficiency testing really means, why third-party inspections matter, and how collaboration rather than punishment leads to better building outcomes.

This episode also dives into the realities of running a niche, technical business, the challenges of entrepreneurship, being a woman in the construction and energy space, and Brittany’s long-term vision for expanding across Texas while maintaining strong values and relationships.

Key topics discussed in this episode include:
• What third-party energy testing and inspections involve
• Energy code compliance and the role of IECC standards
• Working with cities, builders, developers, and homeowners
• The importance of education over enforcement in construction
• Transitioning from teaching to entrepreneurship
• Building a business with your spouse
• Navigating the ups and downs of a seasonal industry
• The importance of coaching, mindset, and emotional regulation
• Long-term goals for expanding energy efficiency services across Texas

This episode is ideal for business owners, construction professionals, builders, developers, homeowners, and anyone interested in entrepreneurship, sustainability, and purpose-driven leadership.

Connect with Brittany Paul on LinkedIn:
  / brittany-paul-leader-in-energy-testing  

Learn more about Lone Star Energy Efficiency:
https://lonestarenergyefficiency.com

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