Episode 2: Hammering Out Solutions to the Construction Labor Workforce Shortage with Scott Byrne

In this episode of BUILD St. Louis, host Kerry Smith interviews Scott Byrne, St. Louis regional director of the Mid-America Carpenters Regional Council. Scott discusses the increasing demand for construction workers in the St. Louis region and how the Carpenters are addressing the workforce shortage. He talks about the importance of recruitment, especially among women and minorities, and how the union is reaching out much earlier than ever before and in new and creative ways to schools and communities to educate young people about careers in the trades. Scott also emphasizes the need for strong relationships between contractors, owners and labor organizations to ensure success in the construction industry. Overall, the episode provides valuable insights into the current state of the construction industry in St. Louis and the efforts being made to build a strong and diverse workforce.

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