What does it take to estimate and manage multi-million-dollar infrastructure projects—all while advocating for children with rare diseases and raising state champion athletes? Meet Jill Wahl, the lead estimator at MJE, LLC, and the latest guest on Groundbreakers: Stories of Rural Innovation.

Jill is shaping industries far beyond her local community. As MJE’s lead estimator, she plays a crucial role in ensuring that massive feedyard, dairy, and infrastructure projects are accurately budgeted and executed. But Jill’s work doesn’t stop there. She’s also a fierce advocate for rare disease awareness, securing an $800,000 grant from the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative to support groundbreaking research through the Channeling Hope Foundation.

In this episode, Jill and host Ethan Cantrell dive into:

• The high-stakes world of construction estimation and how Jill keeps MJE competitive.
• The importance of rural innovation and why small-town professionals can have global influence.
• Jill’s advocacy for rare diseases, her work with Channeling Hope, and what you can do to help.
• How she balances a high-pressure career with family, community involvement, and advocacy.

🎧 Ready to hear how one woman is making an impact in both business and healthcare? Listen now!

February 28th is Rare Disease Day. Help us spread awareness and support Channeling Hope by sharing this episode and donating at ChannelingHope.org.