NAHB Engages with Public Sector Leaders at Workforce Summit
Government agencies are seeking pathways to prepare the next generation for meaningful employment. On June 3, NAHB participated in the U.S. Department of Education’s “Unlocking Career Success Employer Summit” in Washington, D.C., to ensure residential construction jobs are part of the national workforce development conversation.
Unlocking Career Success is an interagency initiative with the U.S. Departments of Education, Labor and Commerce. The initiative’s goal is to invite public- and private-sector leaders, government agencies, and other community-based organizations to help students earn post-secondary degrees and industry credentials employers need and the economy demands.
Summit attendees were representatives from leading employers across key industries and other high-wage, high-demand fields, including advanced manufacturing, clean energy, infrastructure/construction, technology, entertainment and healthcare.
During the program, NAHB AVP of Workforce Development Greg Zick shared with summit leaders the real-world professional experiences that are available for students interested in the skilled trades.
“It was rewarding to participate in the summit on behalf of NAHB and share our strategic partnership efforts,” said Zick. “We must propel innovative workforce development programs forward to empower the next generation of residential construction industry professionals with the skills and knowledge needed to thrive in a competitive 21st century economy.”
NAHB’s participation in the summit aligns with one of NAHB’s Strategic Plan goals, which is to elevate, attract and retain a larger residential construction workforce. This year, NAHB is not only raising its workforce development profile with public- and private-sector leaders. NAHB’s workforce development team has connected state and local associations (HBAs) with federal funding resources to support and implement career exploration programs.
This year, executive officers and member leaders have participated in several workshops hosted by NAHB and facilitated by McAllister & Quinn. The workshops, intended for associations with a 501(c)3 status, teach HBAs best practices for applying for federal grants related to job readiness. In addition, McAllister & Quinn provided a comprehensive list of upcoming federal grant opportunities for which HBAs are eligible to apply.
To learn more about NAHB’s strategic skilled trades outreach, visit the workforce development page on nahb.org.
Latest from NAHBNow
Advocacy | BUILD-PAC
Oct 15, 2026
Midterm Elections: 3 Ways Members Can Make a Difference on Nov. 3
Elected officials at all levels play a role in finding solutions to make housing more affordable. Here’s how NAHB members can make a difference this election cycle.
Environmental Issues
Oct 14, 2026
NAHB Supports Supplemental WOTUS Proposal, Calls for Clear Final Rule
NAHB submitted comments on Oct. 9 supporting the Trump administration’s September 2026 supplemental waters of the United States (WOTUS) proposal. The proposal creates a new framework for determining which waters and wetlands are federally regulated under the Clean Water Act.
Latest Economic News
Economics
Oct 14, 2026
Labor Shortages a Growing Problem
Labor shortages in the home building industry are becoming more widespread, according to recent results from the NAHB/Well Fargo Housing Market Index (HMI) survey.
Economics
Oct 14, 2026
Inflation Accelerated in September
Higher energy prices pushed inflation to a four-month high in September, keeping pressure on the Fed as inflation has remained above its 2% target for more than five years.
Economics
Oct 13, 2026
Existing Home Sales Increased in September
Existing home sales rose after three months of declines as improved inventory gave buyers more negotiating power. As buyers wait for rate relief, homes are sitting on the market longer and for-sale inventory reached the highest level in over a decade.