DIY TV host to speak at Guam labor forum

Summary

Kayleen McCabe, a prominent DIY TV host and general contractor, will be the keynote speaker at the upcoming 'Let's Get to Work – HireGuam' labor forum on November 12-13. Organized by the Guam Department of Labor and the Guam Contractors Association, this two-day event aims to highlight the benefits of registered apprenticeship programs and encourage local workforce participation in the trades.

The forum coincides with National Apprenticeship Week and will provide valuable insights into building Guam's labor pool through apprenticeship initiatives. Participants will learn about success stories, tax credits, expansion grants, and creating apprenticeship programs in nontraditional fields, all aimed at fostering career pathways in skilled trades for the local community.

Why this matters for apprenticeships

This event underscores the importance of apprenticeship programs in developing a skilled workforce, particularly in the trades sector. By bringing together industry leaders and advocates like McCabe, the forum aims to inspire more individuals to consider apprenticeships as a viable career path, ultimately strengthening the local economy.