July 22, 2024 - Electric and Gas Industries Association (EGIA) and the EGIA Foundation today announced a new initiative: “Developing a High-Performance Diverse Contractor Workforce.”
This program is specifically designed for select minority-owned contracting businesses that are part of the NorCal chapter of NAMC, which is also the founding chapter of the National Association of Minority Contractors (NAMC). The initiative aims to enhance the long-term success of these businesses by providing a comprehensive range of training and resources. This support will enable them to contribute effectively to statewide energy efficiency and decarbonization efforts, as well as other activities aligned with the Justice40 initiative.
Empowering Minority Contractors with Advanced Training and Resources
This new initiative harnesses the power of EGIA’s extensive contractor development resources and NAMC’s nationwide network of growth-oriented, minority-owned businesses. The program aims to help these businesses establish sustainable and successful operations, especially in the electrification and home performance sectors. Participants will gain full access to EGIA’s Contractor University, which offers personalized advanced business coaching, industry-leading on-demand and live training, and a comprehensive workforce development and contractor training curriculum.
A Unified Effort to Foster Diversity and Growth
“Developing a High-Performance Diverse Contractor Workforce is a strategic extension of our mission to cultivate a skilled, diverse contractor community,” stated Bruce Matulich, Chairman of the EGIA Foundation and CEO of EGIA. “Our collaboration with NAMC leverages their profound industry connections and EGIA’s training expertise to provide minority contracting business owners the tools and knowledge required to build profitable, sustainable businesses.”
Mario Wagner, NAMC NorCal VP, added, “This partnership with the EGIA Foundation represents a vital progression towards ensuring minority contractors are actively participating in the clean energy transition. Together, we’re providing the tools and training necessary for minority business owners to expand and thrive, ensuring they are well-equipped to meet the needs of their communities and build their own businesses in the most successful manner possible.”
To learn more about how the EGIA Foundation and NAMC are helping to build a more inclusive, successful future for the home services industry, visit EGIAFoundation.org.
To apply for this year’s HVAC HERO scholarship, or to learn more about eligibility and timelines, interested individuals can visit the EGIA Foundation’s student site at AlwaysInDemand.com/apply-now.