NCCER Launches ‘The Builders’ Table’ Podcast

The National Center for Construction Education and Research announced its first podcast, The Builders’ Table, is available for download.

This podcast features construction industry leaders and professionals to educate, empower and engage listeners on the importance of the industry. The podcast addresses the need to inspire the next generation of craft professionals through in-depth conversations and develop solutions that will move the industry forward.

The podcast is hosted by Jennifer Wilkerson, NCCER’s vice president of innovation and advancement. As a former high school teacher and part owner in a welding company, Wilkerson has a passion for education and construction that she’s excited to share through the podcast.

The first episode guest is Peyton Holland, executive director of the National Technical Honor Society. Holland joins the podcast to talk about career and technical education and the support NTHS provides to students pursuing training.

All future episodes will be released on 7 a.m. ET Mondays. Topics include:

• The importance of building the talent pool through education and diversity.
• Connecting schools and contractors at the local level.
• Empowering craft professionals.
• The role construction plays in building communities and the country.

The Builders’ Table is available on several services, including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music and more.