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New platform aims to fill labor gaps

December 21, 2020 Danielle Andrus 107 Views 0 Comments labor shortage, technology

A new online platform aims to connect trade laborers with contractors and builders looking for skilled workers. TraLaMa (the Trade

A dedicated mentoring and apprenticeship program is one way to develop a pipeline of skilled workers. (Photo: Annie Gray, Unsplash)

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5 strategies to retain construction workers in a competitive labor market

January 6, 2020January 14, 2020 Holly Welles 942 Views 0 Comments labor shortage

Construction business owners can bolster their recruiting efforts by focusing on these areas. Holly WellesHolly Welles is a writer with

Apprenticeships are 'golden ticket' to attracting and retaining skilled workers, NALP says. (Photo: Ian Allenden, Dreamstime)

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NALP launches a landscaping apprenticeship program

February 19, 2019January 13, 2020 Amy Guettler 426 Views 0 Comments labor shortage, workforce development

If there’s one thing landscaping professionals agree on, it’s that finding workers—especially those with relevant skills—to complete their projects is

A proposed bill would help schools fund hands-on training to introduce students to trades. (Photo: Auremar, Dreamstime)

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With looming labor shortages, new legislation aims to bring shop class back to school

January 28, 2019January 31, 2019 Amy Guettler 761 Views 0 Comments business management, construction industry, education, labor shortage

A proposed bill would help schools fund hands-on training to introduce students to trades. Amy GuettlerAmy Guettler is a freelance

BrightView volunteers installed 2,250 square feet of sod, 100 shrubs and perennials, and trees at this Fort Carson park. (Photo: BrightView)

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The few, the proud, the green—Recruiting veterans in the landscaping industry

November 9, 2018July 3, 2020 Danielle Andrus 558 Views 0 Comments labor shortage, landscaping, veterans

Transitioning to civilian life can be difficult for military veterans, especially those with combat experience.

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The TEACH Construction Initiative will focus on larger industry labor challenges.

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Michael Smith departs Colorado Homebuilding Academy

October 10, 2018 Danielle Andrus 1543 Views 2 Comments labor shortage

The Colorado Homebuilding Academy’s Michael Smith recently started a new position as the founder and director of the TEACH Construction