RENEW YOUR MEMBERSHIP

   CALENDAR

Jan

10

HBA Board Meeting

Jan. 10, 2023

6 PM

Location:  Cypress Creek

HBA General Membership Meeting

Guest Speaker:

Hillary Robertson

Youth Program & Business Engagement Coordinator,

Northeastern Workforce Development Board NC Works

Jan. 17, 2023

6:30 PM

Location:  Albemarle Area Association of Realtors Office

in Elizabeth City

Jan

17

Jan

31

Feb

7

HBA Executive Board  Meeting

Feb. 7, 2023

6 PM

Location:  Taylor Mueller

Feb

21

NCHBA 1st Quarter Meeting

Feb. 21, 2023

Location:  Greenville, NC

NEWS

Be Pro Be Proud, which began as an initiative in Arkansas, aims to change the public’s perception of technical careers. The goal of the program is to stimulate student, parent, and educator interest in technical professions within the construction, manufacturing, transportation, and utility industries. The program will be administered by the foundation with oversight from NCDOL. Funding is provided by the state and includes collaborations with several local government offices, community, and industry partners.

“Labor is the number one issue for our industry right now, and Be Pro Be Proud is one meaningful way for us to move the needle in the right direction,” said Tim Minton, North Carolina Home Builders Association Executive Vice President. “We are excited to play an active role in this partnership, as we know this program will put North Carolina ahead of the curve in terms of addressing the needs of the workforce.”

The program utilizes a custom-built mobile workshop trailer that is outfitted with virtual reality simulations and provides hands-on experience with skilled professionals. The mobile workshop offers a dynamic environment for middle and high school students to step into a life of a technical professional.

After touring the mobile unit, students who are interested in learning more will be connected to additional opportunities for hands-on learning and volunteering. Invitations to networking events with job and postsecondary school recruiters also will be provided.

For more information or to book a tour for your school go to:  BE PRO BE PROUD

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