The importance of Supportive/Wrap-around services to Recruit and Retain Employees in the Construction Industry
AGC of America, the Federal Highway Administration, and the National Network for the Transportation Workforce are co-hosting this webinar focusing on how civil construction firms are using “wrap-around” services, including childcare, transportation subsidies, counseling, and other important services to recruit and retain new craft workers. Learn from several construction firms at the forefront of providing wrap-around services to their current and incoming employees. The firms are CAHill, Strack Inc., and Clarkson Construction.
SPEAKERS
Jonathan Strack, CEO, Strack, Inc. An experienced partner in heavy civil contracting, Strack, Inc. offers more than 75 years of delivering value-driven project solutions, advanced industry training, and workforce development in Atlanta, Georgia, and throughout the Southeastern United States. Jonathan Strack started his career at Strack, Inc. at 12 years old as a laborer. He worked his way up through the business as an operator, superintendent, project manager, vice president, president, and finally CEO, learning what it means to be a good leader from the greatest man and mentor that anyone could ever have: his father, Joe Strack.
Carley Hill, Founder & President, CAHill TECH, Inc. With more than 15 years of experience in safety, heavy highway, and civil construction, Ms. Hill has cemented a strong reputation within public and private circles at both state and national levels. Recognizing the importance of Professional Development programs in NYS, Ms. Hill has conducted extensive training sessions in construction, leadership, and safety for a diverse range of public works employees, from educators in the Public School System to hardworking individuals in Departments of Public Works. Her innovative approach and dedication to bridging the labor gap have earned her company both local and national recognition through prestigious awards. Her aQuiRe™ platform stands as a testament to her innovation in e-learning solutions. Ms. Hill’s team has empowered tradespeople across multiple states with valuable upskilling opportunities, showcasing a commitment to enhancing industry standards and professional growth.
Kate Sweeten, Strategic Communications Director, Clarkson Construction CompanyKate is the Communications Director for Clarkson Construction Company where she gets to flex her skills in photography, videography, marketing, social media, and community relations on some of Kansas City’s largest infrastructure projects, like the Kansas City International Airport New Terminal Project, the Kansas Department of Transportation’s first-ever progressive design-build project, and the upcoming Improve I-70 Kansas City project — just to name a few! Before joining the Clarkson team, Kate’s career spanned more than a decade in non-profit management and economic development.