NC Community Tree Webinar: The Face of Arboriculture & Urban Forestry - Recruiting & retaining skilled workers across all demographics
Dec 19, 2023
3:00 to 4:00 p.m. (EDT)
Presenter:
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Erin Demers, Manager of Workforce and Recruitment for the Tree Care Industry Association | |
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Naomi Zurcher, Urban Forester and Consulting Arborist |
Description:
Are you searching for strategies to expand your tree care workforce among women and other under-represented groups? Let Erin and Naomi help you out! During this webinar they will discuss:
- how arboriculture and urban forestry are distinct careers that interact in a synergistic manner;
- current demographics of the arborist and urban forestry workforce;
- how to develop a potential workforce, from which employers can recruit qualified individuals;
- strategies to recruit and retain skilled individuals for your team; and
- challenges women and other under-represented groups confront when advancing their careers as an arborist or urban forester.
Approved CEU Credits:
- International Society of Arboriculture: 1 credit (certified arborist, utility/municipal specialist, BCMA-management)
- Society of American Foresters: 1 credit
- NC Landscape Contractors Licensing Board: 1 credit
Zoom link will be sent after registration
Fees
| Non-Member Early Fee Amount: | $15.00 |
| Non-Member Late Fee Amount: | $15.00 |
| Member Early Fee Amount: | $10.00 |
| Member Late Fee Amount: | $10.00 |
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