Southeast Michigan Contractors Issue 2 2024 9 DEVELOPING THE WORKFORCE OF TOMORROW been pairing these individuals with mentors, and it’s creating multi-generational, two-way communication. In pairing two different generations, it leads to skill sharing. An older generation can learn more about the technology shaping the industry, but then you also have the younger generation learning what a good old fashioned work ethic is. ABC embraces younger workers through the Emerging Professionals program designed to help expose talent to different professional development and networking opportunities to further plug employees into the industry. Emerging Professionals is an organization created by ABC to engage and help build future construction leaders. Leaders aren’t simply an older version of entry-level workers. They must be developed by their companies and by their industry. Through concerted, industry-wide efforts, the challenges of aging workforces and labor shortages can be effectively tackled. The future of the construction industry rests on how well it can attract and retain younger talent. To learn about professional development opportunities, visit abcsemi.org/ emerging-professionals. Terrell Cunningham from Holsbeke Construction participates in professional development workshops at ABC. Merlo Construction supports their employees with regular safety training. The ML Chartier team is actively involved with schools.
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