CONEXPO Video: AGC Talks About Factors Affecting Skilled Worker Shortage

Brian Turmail, executive director of public affairs with Associated General Contractors of America, talks about the shortage of skilled workers and how to help solve the issue

Mar 5, 2014

Brian Turmail, executive director of public affairs with Associated General Contractors of America, talks about the shortage of skilled workers and how to help solve the issue

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