Description

Growth of trades occupations in the U.S. continues to outpace the supply. The Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates more than 3 million skilled trades jobs will remain open by 2028. Certified trades professionals are in high demand, particularly in certain occupations, resulting in aggressive salary and benefit compensation. Join us as we hear from industry experts what is being done to grow our region’s trades talent.

Scheduled Speakers Include:

Dr. Fernando Figueroa, President, Gateway Community & Technical College

Brady Jolly, President & CEO, Jolly Plumbing

Diane McConnell, MSEd, LPC, Director of Workforce Development, Enzweiler Building Institute

Carolyn Stewart, Principal, Campbell County Area Technology Center

Moderator: Kristen Smitherman-Voltaire, MS, PMP, Community & Citizenship Director, Turner Construction Company

Event Schedule
7:30am - 7:55am: Attendee Check In/Breakfast/Networking
7:55am - 9:00am: Keynote Presentation and Audience Q&A