Bill Blackman (IBEW Local 136) / Keven Barber (Iron Workers local 397)

<p>Bill Blackman, Business Manager and Financial Secretary of IBEW Local 136, joined the AWF Union podcast and discussed business classes offered by the Local to journeymen who are interested in becoming signatory contractors. He also talked about a resolution passed by Birmingham City Council, which requires contractors to use construction workers who have completed an accredited apprenticeship program on publicly funded projects.</p> <p> </p> <p>Keven Barber, Business Manager and Financial Secretary Treasurer of Ironworkers Local 397, appeared on the AWF Union Podcast and talked about the need to educate young people about the long term benefits of retirement and healthcare in order to grow union membership. He also spoke about the Multi Craft Core Curriculum, a pre-apprenticeship program for high school juniors and seniors. </p>