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Housing’s Great Rethink: Workforce Development Takes Center Stage

Pro Builder

I think the construction industry is on the verge of gaining traction” to meet its workforce needs, says Scott Thorson, COO of Oakwood Homes , headquartered in Denver, whose training-to-placement academy offers one such blueprint (see “Workforce Development Programs,” page 40). Why Are So Many People Quitting Their Jobs? as of September 2022?

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John Young to Head Nuclear Lobby Group | ENR: Engineering.

ENR Construction

Banking & Credit Crisis. --> Companies. Denver, has elevated Terry A. Lehew will be a CH2M Hill group senior vice president in Denver. a Denver consulting engineer, have new roles at transportation engineer Alfred Benesch & Co., Gulf Oil Spill. -->. Building Types. Construction Methods. Sustainability. Associations.

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FEATURE STORY: 2013 Economic Development Awards

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

To achieve that goal, they provide comprehensive assistance to existing businesses and those seeking to relocate, whether they are developing a business plan, looking for the best site, or searching for financing or other assistance. New Jersey Partnership for Action; Metro Denver Economic Dev. Achievement In Business Retention.

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Leading the Home Building Industry: Pro Builder's 2021 Forty Under 40

Pro Builder

Horton, Denver. Andrew Owen , 31, Project Manager, Thrive Home Builders, Denver. Jared Phifer , 39, President, Revolve Design-Build, Denver. Jared Phifer , 39, President, Revolve Design-Build, Denver. Maureen Luyun , 33, Regional Marketing Manager, D.R. Carla Ramalho , 31, Product Manager, WernerCo., Itasca, Ill.

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2023 Nationals Winners: Home Building Sales and Marketing Magicians

Pro Builder

The result: Pacesetter University, an in-house, year-long program that covers all of the topics a high-level salesperson should understand, including product knowledge, construction, land features, negotiating, finance, and more. In addition to the sales team, the marketing, contracts, and closing departments also enrolled in the university.

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How to Start a Roofing Business: 9 Tips to Grow & Thrive

Levelset

We worked together with Kyle Shirley, founder and owner of Sol Vista Roofing in Denver, to create a guide to start and grow a roofing business from the ground up. . Obtain a business bank account and any software or staff you’ll need for accounting and bookkeeping. Lay the sheathing: Registration, licensing, and insurance.