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The real value of working in the building trades with Dave Ianucci, EAS Carpenters Chris Martin
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Director of Safety and suicide survivor shares how his experience is helping others in construction Building PA Podcast
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Join us as we kick off the Better Project Outcomes Series sponsored by Strategic Executive Consulting (SEC). In our inaugural series episode, listen as Bob Dresser, president of Strategic Executive Consulting discusses mobilization readiness. In this episode we learn about project success based on preparedness as Dresser shares the SEC […]
Odie Parkins of the Eastern Atlantic States Council of Regional Carpenters joins the podcast to talk about the Carpenters training program. Parkins talks of the tools and technical support each apprentice receives along with the emphasis on behavior and attitude. He also shed light on the Carpenters 300 Hitters program […]
Listen in as Casey Schlaegle talks about owning a small business in the construction industry. Schlaegle has a diverse background within the industry and has worked as an architect, carpenter and now owns and leads his own architectural woodworking firm. He discusses the need to find a reliable team that […]
As president of Alexander Building Construction Co., Seitz oversaw the growth of the general contractor’s Central Pennsylvania region. Who better to learn from? Listen as Seitz shares how he addresses growth for a general contractor and the importance of establishing a vision. In our conversation, he also discusses the importance […]
Listen as Jennifer Berrier, the Secretary of the Pennsylvania Labor and Industry department meets with co-hosts Chris Martin and Jon O’Brien. Berrier discusses the challenges her department overcame during the COVID pandemic, mentors she has relied on throughout her career, the impact communication has on effectively governing, and the challenges […]
85% of military veterans have no experience in construction, yet the industry is a perfect fit for those who have dutifully served their country. Dan Breslin of Helmets to Hardhats talks about the program, the impact it has on veterans and the construction industry and how to gain entry to […]
Don Eldridge, training coordinator for Plumbers and Pipefitters, Local 520 shares his insight for becoming an apprentice plumber or pipefitter. During the discussion with Jon and Chris, Don explains the requirements for becoming an apprentice, expectations of the program, and the ongoing future training this Building Trades union provides.
Listen as Bryan Cutler (R), Speaker of the PA House of Representatives shares his thoughts and learnings from years in the legislation and healthcare industries. Specifically, Cutler shared the guidelines his father imparted on him; mentors who guided him; morale-building skills; and the importance of relationships as a leader. Most […]
The Building PA podcast celebrates women in construction. In this episode listen in as Roxanne Harpster, Sheet Metal Workers Local 19, and Meghan White, Plumbers Local 520, both who worked for McClure Company on the Penn State Health Hampden Medical Center share their stories. Both women discuss the need for […]
