Tag: Week
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Digital Construction Week 2025 announces first wave of industry-leading speakers
“At Digital Construction Week, we don’t just talk about the future of construction – we bring together the people making it happen,” comments Karolina Orecchini, event director for Digital Construction Week. She continues: “This year’s speaker lineup is filled with experts who are pushing the boundaries of AECO. Whether you’re looking for fresh ideas, practical…
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Industry groups launch National Career In Trades Week
Listen to the article 3 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Aaron Hilger thinks it’s time to double down on recruiting Generation Z to the trades. “I’m a parent of three 20-year-olds, so I’m on the front lines of discussions about trades and careers,” said Hilger, CEO of…
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Parents Support Trade Careers – Research and Careers in Trades Week
Backed by strong bipartisan support, career and technical education programs are flourishing, and careers are projected to experience faster-than-average job growth from 2023 to 2033. They also offer earning potential that exceeds the median wage across all occupations, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). It is, perhaps for these reasons, that 89%…
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84 Lumber Highlights Women in Construction Week 2025
In honor of Women in Construction (WIC) Week, March 2-8, 2025, 84 Lumber proudly recognizes the contributions of women in the construction industry. As a nationwide leader in the building materials sector, 84 Lumber remains committed to empowering women and fostering opportunities for them to thrive in the industry. 84 Lumber is also a certified national…
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Work Truck Week 2025 Breaks Attendance Records
Work Truck Week 2025 brought together 16,413 industry professionals from 31 countries and all 50 U.S. states March 4–7, 2025, at Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis. Work Truck Show exhibit space was sold out, with 549 companies filling the exhibit hall and New Exhibitor Pavilion with the latest vehicles, equipment and technology. Hosted annually by…
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Experts Warn Businesses of Costly Termite Risks This Week
In recognition of Termite Awareness Week, March 2-8, 2025, the National Pest Management Association (NPMA) is urging commercial property owners and facility managers to remain vigilant against termite infestations. Termites cause an estimated $6.8 billion in property damage annually in the United States, with commercial structures being particularly vulnerable to costly repairs and business disruptions.…
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PermitUsNow Celebrates Women in Construction Week 2025
PermitUsNow the leader in the construction industry that is transforming building permitting nationwide celebrates Women in Construction Week to highlight the contributions that women make in construction and career opportunities for women. The National Association of Women in Construction started this special recognition in 1998 and thousands of companies participate in recognizing women working in…
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Deadline for Digital Construction Awards is this week
New categories have been added to the 13 that featured at the 2024 Awards. These include Digital Team of the Year, which recognises the team driving digital transformation and/or information management best practice within their business. Also new is Best Use of AI. And the Design Innovation category recognises the best use of digital technology…
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NAWIC President Kelly Aust on the impact of women in construction week
Kelly Aust, a seasoned project manager for Skanska and current president of the National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC), knows the challenges women face in the construction industry. Fresh off managing a $65 million project at Portland State University, Aust is preparing for NAWIC’s upcoming Women in Construction (WIC) Week, a national series of…
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Take a Spin in High-Tech Vehicles at Work Truck Week 2025 Ride & Drive
Get on-road experience in a wide range of commercial vehicles with the latest fuel, propulsion, and other advanced technology at Work Truck Week Ride & Drive. Held in downtown Indianapolis as part of Work Truck Week 2025, Ride & Drive is free and open to all event attendees on a first-come, first-served basis from 11 a.m. to…