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Employee Ownership for Financial Health
Stocks are one of the most commonly used investment options, with 58 percent of Americans reporting they owned some form of stocks in 2022, according to Gallup. But what about owning stock in the company you work for, or employee stock ownership plans (ESOPs)? There are just under 14 million participants in the U.S., which […]
Breaking Down the Evolution of Pro Audio Tools and Cabling
In this episode of Pro AV Today, Ben Thomas sat down with Mark Corbin of Vanco International, taking a deep dive into the evolution of the Pro Audio industry. Tracing the journey from legacy systems and PA builds to the advent of cutting-edge technologies like spatial audio and modern Digital Audio Workstations (DAWs), we […]
Herbicide Damage on Elm Trees: TreeNewal’s Tips for Spotting It
Experience the visible effects of herbicide damage on elm trees as ISA Certified Arborist Wes Rivers from TreeNewal sheds light on this issue. In this eye-opening video, Wes showcases trees with contrasting appearances—one side flourishing with leaves while the other side remains stunted. He explains that the damage is likely a result of herbicide […]
Plumbing Industry: Providing Support and Adding Value to Your Employees
After the 2008 recession, unemployment reached a high of 10 percent, double the rate in December 2007 of five percent. In the midst of the economic downturn, James Terry managed to start a plumbing company, GreenTeam. Why and how did Terry decide to start his business at this time, and how has the culture […]
Auto Industry Professionals Weigh Solutions to Persisting Technician Shortage
The demand for workers in the trades continues to outpace the supply at alarming rates. When it comes to the automotive industry, the need for technicians is estimated to be five openings for every active technician. This is a significant increase in the technician shortage from 2021 when the ratio was 2:1 with unfilled […]
Is Higher Ed Support enough for Skilled Trades Education?
Higher education enrollment numbers dipped in the spring semester of 2021, particularly at public, two-year institutions, which saw enrollment drop by 9.5%. That could be concerning for the skilled trades industry, which needs both labor and support for that labor. Innovation might be necessary to help skilled trade education keep pace with the needs of […]
Conversations from The EDGE: How Do We Attract Young Workers to Skilled Trade Industries?
The US student loan debt hovers at $902 billion. Meanwhile, Millennials and Gen Z’ers are unable to find jobs with their four-year degrees. Their debt continues to mount as they work any job to cover the bills. But this common tail doesn’t have to be the norm. Skills tradesmen and craftsmen jobs are out […]
