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We are Stronger Together! Calling all industry professionals! 

Elevate your knowledge and expand your network by joining us for a comprehensive joint section meeting on Tuesday, April 23, where you will gain actionable insights and forge valuable connections. 

Engage with professionals in the General Contractors, Electrical/Mechanical Contractors, Manufacturers, Suppliers & Services, Trade Contractors and Heavy Civil Contractors sections. 

Obtain valuable insights from keynote speakers, participate in focused breakout sessions with your section chairs, and join us for a collaborative "what we heard" session, followed by a catered lunch as you network with peers. 

Agenda:
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8:30 – 8:40 a.m.    Welcome from NLCA Board Chair, Derek Brown and NLCA President, Rhonda Neary and Section Chair Introductions

8:40 – 9:45 a.m.    International Recruiting Solutions for Skilled Trades
Wanda Cuff Young, VP of Operations, Work Global Canada Inc.

9:45 – 10:15 a.m.    Contract Drafting and Negotiation – Best Practices
Matthew Craig, Partner, Stewart McKelvey

10:15 – 10:45 a.m.    Constructing Diversity: Tools for an Inclusive Culture
Stephanie Howlett, CEO DiversityNL

10:45 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.    BREAKOUT SECTION SESSIONS
General Contractors/Heavy Civil Contractors: Conception Bay Room
Mechanical/Electrical Contractors: Salon C
Manufacturers, Suppliers & Services/Trade Contractors:  Salon D

12:00 – 12:30 p.m.    What We Heard
Open Discussion and reports from section chairs.

12:30 – 2:00 p.m.    Economic Outlook Luncheon with a Focus on NL & Atlantic Canada 
Mario Baker, Assistant Manager, Economics and Policy Development, Canadian Construction Association

2:00 – 2:05 p.m.    Concluding Remarks from NLCA Board Chair, Derek Brown 

Registration is mandatory for this event. This event is free for NLCA members to attend.