With experienced workers retiring and not enough young people entering the trades, construction companies are being forced to rethink how they recruit. In this episode, we're talking to two industry leaders who are doing just that. Tune in to learn new ideas, real life success stories, and inspiration to shake up your own hiring strategy. Thank you to our guests, Erik Klebahn with Harkins Builders and Christina Selby with Altimate Electric! Build Your People explores how organizations big and small can expand their HR outreach effectively and answers all of your HR questions. Jenn Dewees, President of the Maryland Center for Construction Education and Innovation, joins forces with Kathy Humm, founder of NTP HR, to bring you this podcast.

Can you go from a being leader on the basketball court to a leader in the construction industry? Yes! In this episode, learn how Sam Meyerhoff leveraged the skills she gained in sports to excel as a Project Executive at Consigli Construction Co., Inc. Want to follow her footsteps? Get started today at buildyourpath.org!

The most successful career paths start with one step — and for this path, that step is an apprenticeship! In this episode, Jazmin talks with Nick Cummings about unions, apprenticeships, and how to build your own path brick-by-brick. Start your journey at buildyourpath.org!

Thank you to our guests for this episode, Tom Forman with Beckstrom Electric and Jen Vedrani with Southway Builders! In the first episode of season three of Build Your People, we dive into the evolving expectations in the workplace and how to find common ground between seasoned employees and the younger generation. Learn about using emotional intelligence to adapt leadership mindsets, maintain work standards, and foster open communication. Tune in for candid insights and practical takeaways to prepare for the construction industry of the future. Build Your People explores how organizations big and small can expand their HR outreach effectively and answers all of your HR questions! Jenn Dewees, President of the Maryland Center for Construction Education and Innovation, meets with Kathy Humm, founder of NTP HR, in this podcast.

For this special Women in Construction Week episode, we talked to Jackie Erley with Belfor Property Restoration on how she built a path from the restaurant industry into construction — with support from other women along the way. Find your own fulfilling career at buildyourpath.org!

So you've decided on a career path — but how do you figure out where you want to work? Finding a workplace culture that aligns with your values can be hard. Tune in to hear from Mary Cole, who found her fit at United Rentals, about identifying the right workplace to support your life in and out of the office. Find your own fulfilling career at buildyourpath.org!

We’re excited to introduce Jazmin Rodriguez, the new voice of the Build Your Path podcast! Jazmin is passionate about helping students (like YOU!) explore career options and find the right path forward. She’s here to share real stories, advice, and insider tips from professionals in the construction industry to help you build your future. Stay tuned and find even more resources at buildyourpath.org!

Thank you to our guest for this episode, Frank Murphy with TEI Electrical Solutions! This Build Your People podcast series explores how organizations big and small can expand their HR outreach effectively and answers all of your HR questions! Jenn Dewees, President of the Maryland Center for Construction Education and Innovation meets with Kathy Humm, founder of NTP HR, LLC in their podcast: Build Your People. NTP HR, LLC was founded in 2022 to help elevate the construction industry from good to great with HR solutions. The labor market shortage, overhead costs, government regulations and employee retention are real challenges for companies to remain competitive in the construction industry. Kathy Humm has over 15 years of experience in human resources, primarily in the construction space. Kathy takes a strategic approach to recruiting, benefits, compensation, on-boarding, career development, training, well-being, employee relations, compliance and retention and works hand-in-hand with company leaders to elevate their people, benefits and culture. See more about NTP HR here. https://www.ntphr.com/ The Maryland Center for Construction Education and Innovation (MCCEI) is a 501(c)3 non-profit dedicated to promoting, developing, and connecting career opportunities in the built environment. Learn more at https://mccei.org

To celebrate National Apprenticeship Week 2024, we’re excited to share the inspiring story of Shay, a concrete delivery professional at Chaney Enterprises and a true trailblazer in the built environment. Shay’s journey into her apprenticeship is deeply rooted in family legacy. With her mom’s pioneering role as a truck driver, her dad’s business in the construction industry, and her motivation to provide for her five children, Shay pursued her CDL and is breaking barriers in the field. Tune in to hear Shay’s incredible story of resilience, passion, and the drive to carve out her path in a male-dominated industry. Want more career-building? Dig in at buildyourpath.org mccei.org

Today, Emma sits down with Susan Young to get tips on branding yourself as a young leader by using social media, your own voice/storytelling, and active listening! You won't want to miss these insider tips. Want more career-building? Dig in at buildyourpath.org mccei.org

Today Emma sits down with Nicholas Redding, CEO and President of Preservation Maryland! They talk historic trades, implementing a love of history, art, craftsmanship, and even science to your career path! Check out Nick's work at https://www.preservationmaryland.org/ https://historictrades.org/ https://www.preservecast.org/ Thank you to our sponsor, Capitol Technology University. Want more career-building? Dig in at buildyourpath.org mccei.org

Being a woman in construction is hard but SO rewarding, and Andrea has all the tips to finding your sponsor (hint: someone who will lift you up!) and thriving as a community. Let's start 2024 off right with this inspirational podcast episode with guest Andrea Janzen of Ambition Theory. Let's dig in and Build Your Path! Ambition Theory: https://ambitiontheory.com/ For more information on the Build Your Path series go to https://mccei.org/build-your-path/ Maryland Center for Construction Education and Innovation (MCCEI) is a 501(c)3 non-profit dedicated to promoting, developing, and connecting career opportunities in the built environment. To find more information about us go to https://mccei.org Huge thank you to episode sponsor, Limbach! For more information on careers in the construction industry or to view the latest edition of our Build Your Path Guidebook visit https://mccei.org/build-your-path/

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This month, Emma meets with Steve Montgomery and they discuss technology in construction, the innovative industry, and even a robot dog named Spot! For more information on the Build Your Path series go to https://mccei.org/build-your-path/ Maryland Center for Construction Education and Innovation (MCCEI) is a 501(c)3 non-profit dedicated to promoting, developing, and connecting career opportunities in the built environment. To find more information about us go to https://mccei.org Huge thank you to episode 4 sponsors Johns Hopkins University and Whiting-Turner Construction. Their partnership supports the work we do and is vital to furthering the build environment in Maryland. For more information on careers in the construction industry or to view the latest edition of our Build Your Path Guidebook visit https://mccei.org/build-your-path/ Find MCCEI on social media Instagram: / buildmaryland Facebook: / mccei LinkedIn: / mary. .

Respect is key in the workplace, and in this episode, Jenn and Kathy sit down with Laura Schenning and Julia Pingel to discuss how to manage people and create a culture of respect! Thank you to our sponsors of this episode: Johns Hopkins and Shapiro and Duncan! This Build Your People podcast series explores how organizations big and small can expand their HR outreach effectively and answers all of your HR questions! Jenn Dewees, President of the Maryland Center for Construction Education and Innovation meets with Kathy Humm, founder of NTP HR, LLC in their podcast: Build Your People. NTP HR, LLC was founded in 2022 to help elevate the construction industry from good to great with HR solutions. The labor market shortage, overhead costs, government regulations and employee retention are real challenges for companies to remain competitive in the construction industry. Kathy Humm has over 15 years of experience in human resources, primarily in the construction space. Kathy takes a strategic approach to recruiting, benefits, compensation, on-boarding, career development, training, well-being, employee relations, compliance and retention and works hand-in-hand with company leaders to elevate their people, benefits and culture. See more about NTP HR here. https://www.ntphr.com/ The Maryland Center for Construction Education and Innovation (MCCEI) is a 501(c)3 non-profit dedicated to promoting, developing, and connecting career opportunities in the built environment. To find more information about us go to https://mccei.org

Emma meets with MCCEI's intern and they chat about what it takes to get hired as a summer intern, why employers should think about hiring passion over 'relevant' experience, and how marketing/communications/creative majors can benefit from looking towards the construction industry. For more information on the Build Your Path series go to https://mccei.org/build-your-path/ Maryland Center for Construction Education and Innovation (MCCEI) is a 501(c)3 non-profit dedicated to promoting, developing, and connecting career opportunities in the built environment. To find more information about us go to https://mccei.org Huge thank you to episode 4 sponsors Johns Hopkins University and Whiting-Turner Construction. Their partnership supports the work we do and is vital to furthering the build environment in Maryland. For more information on careers in the construction industry or to view the latest edition of our Build Your Path Guidebook visit https://mccei.org/build-your-path/

On this special ACE Mentor of Baltimore episode, Emma speaks with Matt Karle of Gilbane Building Co. Learn more about his story, advice for young people entering the industry, and the importance of mentorship. This Build Your Path podcast series explores how people get into their careers in the built environment. Interviews with industry members help highlight the paths these members took to get to their positions for those interested in joining the construction career pipeline. For more information on the Build Your Path series go to https://mccei.org/build-your-path/ Maryland Center for Construction Education and Innovation (MCCEI) is a 501(c)3 non-profit dedicated to promoting, developing, and connecting career opportunities in the built environment. To find more information about us go to https://mccei.org Huge thank you to episode 3 sponsor Capitol Technology University. Their partnership supports the work we do and is vital to furthering the build environment in Maryland. Learn more about them at captech.edu For more information on careers in the construction industry or to view the latest edition of our Build Your Path Guidebook visit https://mccei.org/build-your-path/ Find MCCEI on social media Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/buildmaryland/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MCCEI LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mary...

What is strategic HR? How can my organization thrive and support our employees, and hire more amazing employees? Jenn Sproul, President of the Maryland Center for Construction Education and Innovation meets with Kathy Humm, founder of NTP HR, LLC in their new podcast: Build Your People. This Build Your People podcast series explores how organizations big and small can expand their HR outreach effectively and answers all of your HR questions! To watch the Jack Welch video mentioned in the podcast: bit.ly/3YNnDhv NTP HR, LLC was founded in 2022 to help elevate the construction industry from good to great with HR solutions. The labor market shortage, overhead costs, government regulations and employee retention are real challenges for companies to remain competitive in the construction industry. Kathy Humm has over 15 years of experience in human resources, primarily in the construction space. Kathy takes a strategic approach to recruiting, benefits, compensation, on-boarding, career development, training, well-being, employee relations, compliance and retention and works hand-in-hand with company leaders to elevate their people, benefits and culture. See more about NTP HR here. https://www.ntphr.com/ The Maryland Center for Construction Education and Innovation (MCCEI) is a 501(c)3 non-profit dedicated to promoting, developing, and connecting career opportunities in the built environment. To find more information about us go to https://mccei.org

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On this special Women's History Month episode, Emma speaks with Darian Muriel of Bozzuto. Born with a love of building and giving back, Darian is making history as a young woman in construction management. Learn more about her story, advice for young women in the industry, and her goals for the future on this exciting episode. In this episode, you'll hear how you can turn your passion for construction into a career despite the many challenges that women face. This Build Your Path podcast series explores how people get into their careers in the built environment. Interviews with industry members help highlight the paths these members took to get to their positions for those interested in joining the construction career pipeline. For more information on the Build Your Path series go to https://mccei.org/build-your-path/ Maryland Center for Construction Education and Innovation (MCCEI) is a 501(c)3 non-profit dedicated to promoting, developing, and connecting career opportunities in the built environment. To find more information about us go to https://mccei.org Huge thank you to Season 4 Episode 2 sponsor Howard Community College. Their partnership supports the work we do and is vital to furthering the build environment in Maryland. Learn more about them at howardcc.edu For more information on careers in the construction industry or to view the latest edition of our Build Your Path Guidebook visit https://mccei.org/build-your-path/ Find MCCEI on social media Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/buildmaryland/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MCCEI LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mary...