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THANK YOU for joining us for this virtual summit to build a shared understanding of the green jobs ecosystem in our region and spread the word about how to access career pathways and opportunities in St. Paul to build our vibrant, sustainable future.
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This event is presented in partnership by Ramsey County, the Ramsey County Workforce Innovation Board, the City of St. Paul and the St. Paul Area Chamber, with the goal to provide workforce and career professionals with insights and information about green career opportunities in St. Paul.

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Join Zoom Meeting HERE

Meeting ID: 845 1075 9239 
Passcode: 907901 ​
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Today our speakers will share their own stories, current trends, workforce needs and opportunities and pathways for job seekers to explore.

Agenda:
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9 AM: Welcome - Ling Becker, Director of Workforce Solutions for Ramsey County

9:10 AM: Opening Remarks - Jim McDonough, Commissioner, Ramsey County District 6

9:15 AM : Update from the City of St. Paul - Russ Stark, Chief Resilience Officer, City of St. Paul

9:20 AM: What are Green Jobs and Why Are They Important? Robert Blake, Ramsey County Workforce Innovation Board Member and Owner of Solar Bear

9:30 AM: Case Study - Examples of Green Jobs: Vomela
  • Lou Raiola, Director ESG, CSR & Cause Marketing at Vomela 
  • Eric Pasi, Co-owner and Chief Development Officer of IPS Solar

9:40 AM: Panel - New Green Projects and the Demand for Green Workers
  • Nick Martin, Policy and Outreach Manager, Xcel Energy
  • Eric Pasi, Co-owner and Chief Development Officer, IPS Solar
  • Sarah Whebbe, Solar Power Consultant, All Energy Solar

10:10 AM: Virtual Coffee Break and Networking

10:15 AM: Panel - Pathways to Green Jobs
  • Panel Intro by Kate Perushek, Assistant Commissioner, Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry 
  • Rick Martagon (Moderator), State Program Administrator, Apprenticeship MN at the MN Department of Labor & Industry 
  • Tom Aasheim, Director of Technical Education and Accreditation Liaison Officer, Finishing Trades Institute Upper Midwest
  • Dave Dressler, Training Director, Minnesota Statewide Limited Energy JATC
  • Brian Farmer, Apprenticeship Coordinator, Local 633 Cement Mason-Plasterers & Shophands 
  • Nate Runke, Regulatory and Political Affairs Coordinator, International Union of Operating Engineers, (Local 49)

10:50 AM: Closing - Ling Becker, Director of Workforce Solutions for Ramsey County

11:00 AM: Optional Q&A: Stay with us to ask your questions about Career Pathways and Opportunities

Resources:

  • ​Construction Careers
  • Ramsey County Green Construction Careers and Trends report
  • Ramsey County Means Business
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      • Herbie Awards
    • B's Table Talk
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      • B Kyle - Press Kit
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    • Advocacy >
      • Early Childhood Ballot
      • Sales Tax Opposition
      • East Metro Voter Guide
      • Political Action Committee
    • BizRecycling Program
    • Career Connect
    • Economic & Workforce Development
    • Equity & Inclusion >
      • Equity Statement
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    • Workplace Wellness
    • Workstream
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