Constructing Hope: How Recycled Steel is Building a Sustainable Housing Legacy | Rory Rubin
From Social Worker to Steel Innovator: Rory Rubin is Reshaping Communities with Recycled Shipping Containers! ️
Ever wonder what happens to the millions of shipping containers sitting idle globally? Rory Rubin, founder of SI Container Builds, saw an opportunity for profound impact. In the latest Lioness Conversations, Rory joins Jen Porter to share her incredible journey from management consulting (and clinical social worker roots!) to leading a company that transforms these steel giants into fire, hurricane, and tornado-resistant homes, affordable housing, wellness pods, and even landmark commercial spaces like the new amenities building at Chicago's Navy Pier!
Discover how Rory's "do-good mantra" drives partnerships with nonprofits and community leaders to deliver purposeful, low-maintenance structures that people feel good living and working in. She gets real about the challenges of being a female founder in manufacturing, the drive to leave a legacy, and the shift from people-pleasing to intentional, world-changing impact.
Tune in to hear about:
* The surprising scale of unused shipping containers.
* Innovative solutions for affordable housing & resilient communities.
* From yoga studios for HBCUs to group homes for trafficked girls.
* Rory's personal evolution and leadership insights.
Chapters
Ever wonder what happens to the millions of shipping containers sitting idle globally? Rory Rubin, founder of SI Container Builds, saw an opportunity for profound impact. In the latest Lioness Conversations, Rory joins Jen Porter to share her incredible journey from management consulting (and clinical social worker roots!) to leading a company that transforms these steel giants into fire, hurricane, and tornado-resistant homes, affordable housing, wellness pods, and even landmark commercial spaces like the new amenities building at Chicago's Navy Pier!
Discover how Rory's "do-good mantra" drives partnerships with nonprofits and community leaders to deliver purposeful, low-maintenance structures that people feel good living and working in. She gets real about the challenges of being a female founder in manufacturing, the drive to leave a legacy, and the shift from people-pleasing to intentional, world-changing impact.
Tune in to hear about:
* The surprising scale of unused shipping containers.
* Innovative solutions for affordable housing & resilient communities.
* From yoga studios for HBCUs to group homes for trafficked girls.
* Rory's personal evolution and leadership insights.
Chapters
00:00
Introduction to Innovative Housing Solutions
Introduction to Innovative Housing Solutions
02:54
The Impact of Repurposing Shipping Containers
The Impact of Repurposing Shipping Containers
05:59
Affordable Housing and Community Needs
Affordable Housing and Community Needs
09:12
Partnerships and Collaborative Efforts
Partnerships and Collaborative Efforts
11:55
Navigating Challenges as a Female Founder
Navigating Challenges as a Female Founder
15:01
The Journey of Starting a Business
The Journey of Starting a Business
18:04
Legacy and Making an Impact
Legacy and Making an Impact
21:04
The Significance of the Navy Pier Project
The Significance of the Navy Pier Project
24:01
Embracing Emotions in Leadership
Embracing Emotions in Leadership
30:40
Intentional Parenting and Leadership
Intentional Parenting and Leadership
32:32
Finding Meaning in Work
Finding Meaning in Work
34:20
Transforming People-Pleasing into Impact
Transforming People-Pleasing into Impact
37:27
Innovative Projects and Community Impact
Innovative Projects and Community Impact
40:18
Building Generational Wealth through Housing
Building Generational Wealth through Housing
43:15
The Importance of Multi-Generational Living
The Importance of Multi-Generational Living
49:20
Collaboration in Solving Housing Issues
Collaboration in Solving Housing Issues
51:43
Encouragement for Aspiring Change-Makers
Encouragement for Aspiring Change-Makers
Creators and Guests
Host
Jen Porter
Corporate leader turned entrepreneur, I created "Lioness Conversations" to amplify the voices of extraordinary women—leaders who have faced fear, overcome challenges, and are now shaping the world with their work. This podcast is a space for courage, truth, and deep inspiration. My mission is to empower women to be brave, leading with confidence and joy, to do the most meaningful work of their lives.
Guest
Rory Rubin
Driven by a "DO GOOD" mantra, Rory Rubin leveraged 18 years in management consulting to launch S.I. Container Builds. This innovative company creates fire, hurricane, and tornado-resistant recycled steel dwellings, providing purposeful, low-maintenance solutions for affordable housing, commercial needs, and more. By partnering with community leaders and non-profits, they're making a tangible impact. Learn about their inspiring projects at SIContainerBuilds.com.
