Transferable Skills Offer more than a Straight Line to a Job

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

In 2015, The Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston made the decision to implement the Construction Career Collaborative (C3) program on its projects going forward. His Eminence Cardinal DiNardo wrote in a letter that declared support for C3’s mission of proper pay practices, skills and safety training, and Worker’s Compensation Insurance coverage for every craft worker. Since The

Some things you never forget, and others maybe you wish you could. But the day I learned that our world believed careers had gender is one that is etched in my mind forever. It was a Sunday in Scottsdale, Arizona, when I was 11 years old. I wanted to be a police detective and told

It has been forever since I sat down to write you guys a quick update on all things C3, or at least it feels like it’s been forever. Things seem to be moving fast in the last two years. Maybe that is because I’m getting older, or maybe that is because C3 is getting more

​The C3 Craft Training Endorsement Program follows a process that allows a company to self-assess its current state and then apply for endorsement at the desired level by submitting an application and undergoing a thorough audit of the training program by C3 People Development Staff. Companies that self-assess at the Recognized, Leader, or Champion ​level are

In the world of business and life, collaboration is key to success. In construction, owners, architects, contractors, and skilled professionals all play pivotal roles in turning visions into reality. When it comes to building projects, partnering with organizations like Construction Career Collaborative (C3) can provide a multitude of benefits for owners. In this blog, we’ll

Defining our communities by providing places to gather, work, worship, learn, and share our culture is the core of the construction industry. Its sole purpose is to create the built environment where the future can be imagined, designed, and turned into reality. Where the crossroads of education and innovation will meet is in a building

4 Ways to Grow a Construction Business in 2023 Everyone wants to see business growth and it generally becomes a focus for organizations as we wind down one year and gear up for a new one. As you are planning for 2023, we want to offer you four practical ways to grow your business and