Thriving in the Trades: Building a Strong Career and a Healthy Future

Success in the trades is about more than technical skills. It is about building a rewarding career.

Join a panel of successful trades professionals and instructors as they share their experiences navigating the industry, overcoming challenges, and developing careers they are proud of. Learn practical strategies for career growth, workplace safety, injury prevention and recovery, and maintaining your wellbeing in demanding work environments.

Panelists:

• Moderator: Mitch Hermansen: Movember Canada
• Kevin Hatch: President, Twin Lions Contracting
• Trevor Bodkin: Founder, MusterPoint Canada | Red Seal Carpenter | Mental Health & Recovery Advocate
• Dave Richardson: Red Seal Carpenter | Department Head for Carpentry at BCIT

Explore exhibitor booths, make connections, and gain insights from the panel that can help you succeed both on and off the job.

Enjoy FREE pizza and swag while connecting with your trades community.

• When: Thursday, November 5: 1:30-4pm (Doors open at 1:30, Panel from 2:30-4pm)
• Where: NE1, Room 239

This event is a partnership with the ConnectHER Hub and Movember.

Register to enter into our grand prize draw!