6ABC FILMS SEGMENT ABOUT WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT In 2020, GBCA is partnering with 6abc to spotlight stories from Philadelphia’s union commercial construction industry. The next GBCA-produced 6abc Action News Weekend Update segment will focus on workforce development. The segment aired in March 2020. On February 20, 2020, 6abc filmed the segment, which will highlight the impacts of two preapprenticeship programs: the Carpenters’ Apprentice Ready Program (CARP) and the Construction Apprentice Preparatory Program (CAPP). Host Gina Gannon interviewed alumni from these two programs: Jamal Byrd, Lead Instructor and Alumni, CAPP; and Gina Yiantselis, Alumni, CARP. Both Jamal and Gina are currently carpenter apprentices, working on major projects in the city. Watch the segment >
EGGS WITH OSHA: EXCAVATION AND TRENCHING SAFETY On Tuesday, February 25, 2020, over 55 safety professionals gathered for GBCA’s first Eggs with OSHA of 2020. OSHA representatives James Harrity and Scott Shimandle, and Monica Rakoczy of EnterTRAINING Solutions presented issues and best practices for excavation and trenching safety. The presenters also discussed different trenching and excavation products available on the market.
CLC LEADERSHIP SERIES: LINKEDIN BASICS FOR EMERGING PROFESSIONALS On Thursday, February 27, GBCA’s Construction Leadership Council hosting the first Leadership Series workshop of 2020: LinkedIn Basics for Emerging Professionals. Led by Matt Berman of philly MADE creative, this workshop provided tips on making the most of LinkedIn to create a lasting professional network, as well as broke down what it means to create a personal brand strategy.
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