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Workforce Development

NAHB is partnering with educators, members and state and local HBAs to address the housing industry’s labor shortages and to develop a skilled workforce for the future.

The trajectory of Keynon Webb’s career changed after he switched majors three years into his studies from mechanical engineering to pursue a career in construction. Webb credits Student Chapter Advisory Board Chair Dr. Charner Rodgers for helping him hone his raw talents into lucrative trade skills after he joined Tuskegee University’s student chapter program and competed in the Student Competition at the International Builders’ Show.

Feb 12, 2025

How NAHB's Student Chapter Helped Rising Star Make Career Change

The trajectory of Keynon Webb’s career changed after he switched majors three years into his studies from mechanical engineering to pursue a career in construction. Webb credits Student Chapter Advisory Board Chair Dr. Charner Rodgers for helping him hone his raw talents into lucrative trade skills after he joined Tuskegee University’s student chapter program and competed in the Student Competition at the International Builders’ Show.

Workforce Development is Top Priority

NAHB is working to address the industry’s labor shortage.

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Workforce Development Champions

The latest news, events and information for skilled trades advocates.

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Promotional Materials and Economic Data

A variety of digital and print assets available download or share promoting the trades.

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Activities, Build Guides and Lesson Plans

Download educational materials for students in kindergarten through 12th grade.

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Workforce Development Partnerships and Programs

Boys & Girls Clubs of America, SkillsUSA and The American Council for Construction Education.

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Outreach Campaigns and Toolkits

Careers in Construction Month, Career and Technical Education Month® and Women in Construction materials to share with your community.

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HBA Best Practices

Insights on advocating for workforce legislation, marketing workforce events and  hosting skilled trades activities from HBAs of all sizes.