About Tanya Wilson
Tanya Wilson is the dynamic Owner and CEO of Priority Pumping, a prominent septic and commercial wastewater management company in Gilbert, AZ. With over 15 years of experience, Tanya has launched three successful septic businesses in the Phoenix Metro area. She loves to educate homeowners and real estate professionals on septic system upkeep and operation.
Leading with commitment, Tanya and her team at Priority Pumping are active community supporters and advocates for their industry, often engaging in charitable activities. She champions the evolution of industry standards and practices, emphasizing the power of collective efforts to enhance regulations.
A notable figure in the sector, Tanya serves on the Education Board with NAWT. She has been a featured speaker at prestigious events such as the WETT Show and the NOWARA conference, where she shares her expertise in strategic business planning, cultivating a positive workplace culture, and safeguarding business reputation—an asset she passionately promotes. Her leadership excellence has earned her recognition as one of Phoenix’s Top 100 CEOs by TITAN 100 in 2022 and 2023.
Tanya is also the trailblazing founder and voice behind Ladies Kickin Ass—an online platform and podcast dedicated to empowering women in the home service and trades industries to embrace their authentic selves and thrive professionally and personally. Her initiatives provide a vibrant community for mentorship, education, and networking, offering women the opportunity to share their entrepreneurial journeys and life stories.
Rooted in her Wyoming origins, Tanya is a true country girl. She shares her life with her husband Jake, who is also part of Priority Pumping, her children Ayzli and Cash, and stepchildren Peytan, Carter, and Caleb. Tanya lives for mountain retreats, shopping trips with her daughter, golf rounds with her son, and exploring new breweries and music events with her hubby. Tanya grew up in a blue-collar family. She is passionate about elevating the trades as a fantastic niche industry for young adults as a career choice and a way to build a wildly successful business; no college degree required!