Transferable Skills Offer more than a Straight Line to a Job

Building a Stronger Workforce: The Importance of Talent Management for Today’s Employers In today’s competitive job market, finding the right people is only part of the challenge: keeping them engaged, growing, and thriving within your organization is just as important. That’s where talent management comes in. What Is Talent Management? Talent management is the strategic process of […]

As the commercial construction industry continues to evolve, strong leadership is essential to drive workforce development, advocate for craft professionals, and enhance safety and sustainability standards. Construction Career Collaborative (C3) is proud to introduce its 2025 Board of Directors—an esteemed group of industry leaders dedicated to shaping the future of construction workforce development in the

Angela Taylor Executive Director Dear C3 Participants, As we embark on the journey of 2025, I am thrilled to share the ambitious goals and exciting initiatives that will shape this year for C3 and all of you, our valued partners and participants. Together, we have built a foundation rooted in collaboration, innovation, and a shared

As September unfolds, marking Suicide Awareness Month, it’s time to shine a light on a critical issue that affects many, including those in the commercial construction industry. This sector, with its unique challenges and high-stress environment, faces particular mental health struggles that need urgent attention. By engaging with resources like the Construction Career Collaborative (C3),

“Oh, Ms. Taylor, thank you and C3 so much for helping me get this job offer, but I can’t take it now. “Jose, Alvin ISD class of 2019, and countless other students and career seekers over the last seven years.   My question for each of them is, “Why?” The answers vary and show that we

Innovation is a curious phenomenon. It doesn’t adhere to a schedule or a blueprint; instead, it often strikes at the most unexpected times, driven by necessity, creativity, and the relentless pursuit of improvement. This serendipitous nature of innovation has given rise to countless advancements that have shaped our world. One recent initiative, born from a

Pipelines are often considered a series of straight lines that twist and turn to move and deliver products across an extensive network. One section of these networks might appear simple, but the full series can paint a more complex picture. The same can be true of talent pipelines, which come with plenty of twists and

Dear Friends and Colleagues, I hope this message finds you well and filled with the same excitement and inspiration that we all experienced at the 2024 C3 Workforce Development Conference! It was truly an honor to host such an incredible gathering of professionals, innovators, and leaders committed to shaping the future of our workforce. First