RTC Center of Excellence hosts construction conference

The Renton Technical College Construction Center of Excellence is planning a statewide conference for construction industry employers, educators, and government representatives May 9-10, 2005. The conference will be held at the Renton Technical College campus, with the welcome and plenary sessions commencing at 9:00 a.m. in Blencoe Auditorium. Monday, May 9, is open to representatives from schools, government agencies, and community-based organizations are welcome to attend. Session topics on this day include: Best Practices from in-school programs, career pathways in construction, the “I Have A Hammer” teamwork project sponsored through the AGC Education Foundation, and several other interactive workshops. Tuesday, May 10, industry professionals are invited to learn about solutions to their workforce development needs including recruitment, training, and retention of workers. Session topics will include incumbent worker training, public-private partnerships, green building trends, and resolving worker recruitment and retention problems. If you would like to participate or would like more information contact Judy Amico at 425.235.2352, ext. 2217.

Conference Agenda

Northbound
Take Bronson Way/Maple Valley Exit 4. Then take the second of the two exits, Renton Exit 4B. Turn right at the bottom of the off-ramp. Continue to the next stoplight and turn right onto Sunset Boulevard. One block further at the stoplight, turn right onto N.E. 3rd Street. Follow N.E. 3rd Street to the top of the hill. Renton Technical College is on the left side after you crest the top of the hill. Turn right on Monroe Ave. N.E. Proceed down to “old court house” parking lot. Signs will be pointing the way. Shuttle Service will be available from parking area to campus.

Southbound
Take Renton Exit 4 and merge onto Sunset Boulevard. Turn left at the first stoplight onto N.E. 3rd Street. Follow N.E. 3rd Street to the top of the hill. Renton Technical College is on the left side after you crest the top of the hill. Turn right on Monroe Ave. N.E. Follow road down to “old court house” parking lot. Shuttle Bus Service will be available from the parking lot to the campus.

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