NYC Talent LMI Webinar Series: Training and Retaining In-House Labor as a General Contractor

Video Description: Webinar recorded on 9/24/2026 NYC Office of Talent and Workforce Development’s Labor Market Intelligence Webinar Series features real-time insights from industry leaders on in-demand skills, evolving hiring needs, and the future of key occupations shaping New York City’s economy. This series is designed for training and employment service providers, educational institutions, workforce development professionals, government agencies, and philanthropic organizations committed to strengthening New York City’s workforce ecosystem. This webinar is hosted by Stephanie Klocke, Executive Director of the Resiliency, Manufacturing, Industrial, and Infrastructure Council (ReMaIIC) NYC Talent’s sustainable infrastructure Industry Partnership, and features Monadnock Construction's Skye Aponte. This session explores: · Demand for skilled trades, construction companies are competing for candidates who bring both technical expertise and strong problem-solving abilities. · The importance of clear advancement pathways, consistent communication, and investments in employee well-being to retain workers in a competitive labor market. · The need for hands-on, job ready training programs that prepare workers for modern construction technologies, evolving safety standards, and the realities of today’s worksites. Together, we can build a more inclusive and future-ready workforce for New York City.