In this episode of The Build Up, hosts Ryan Benson and John Riddle sit down in Naples with Senate President Kathleen Passidomo to explore the moments that shaped her path into public service.Passidomo reflects on her time as president of the Collier County Bar Association during the foreclosure crisis—an experience that exposed the scale of housing challenges facing Florida families and sparked her decision to step into policy and advocacy.This conversation offers a behind-the-scenes look at how real-world challenges can drive meaningful leadership—and why housing remains at the center of Florida’s future.Tune in now to hear her story and insights.