Former general contractor writes book to encourage kids to consider construction careers

Retired remodeler believes too few young people are becoming carpenters, plumbers, electricians and other skilled laborers.

  • By Business Observer Staff
  • | 6:00 a.m. October 4, 2019
Bonita Springs resident Kathy Guyitt recently printed the first 2,500 copies of her children's book, "Rita the Remodel Girl."
Bonita Springs resident Kathy Guyitt recently printed the first 2,500 copies of her children's book, "Rita the Remodel Girl."
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For several years, Kathy Guyitt had an idea for a children’s book brewing in her mind while working as a general contractor and remodeler in Southwest Florida.

 

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