The New England Regional Council of Carpenters (NERCC) launched a women’s committe...
Why did you choose the Construction Industry? In 1981 I was 30, had a husband & two small children. I was into my 10th year at Avis at Logan Airport. My husband was a Union Laborer. I wanted a career not just a job. I interviewed with the business manager at Local 67...
Joan Bennett, Union Carpenter Local #327, New England Regional Council of Carpenters
Years in the industry: over 20
What associat...
Charlotte Ejiet, Second Year Apprentice, ML McDonald
Years in the industry: 1 year
What associations or organizations are you a ...
Why did you choose the Construction Industry? I chose the construction industry because I’ve always enjoyed working with my hands. When I was in middle school, instead of taking sewing and cooking, I chose to take carpentry and electrical.
Why did you choose the Construction Industry? For me being a carpenter has always been a dream. I love being a Union Sister Carpenter in the Brotherhood. It was the best decision I ever made. It gets me to prove to myself that I can conquer anything as long as I put my mind to it.
Michelle Wright, Apprentice Carpenter, Local 328
Years in the industry: 7
What associations or organizations are you a member of? NERC...
Phoebe Cusack, Carpenter/Steward/EHS Coordinator, Skanska - Local 328
Years in the industry: 10 years
Why did you choose to be a carpe...
Marci Dineen, Journeyman Carpenter/Steward, Federal Concrete
Advice/Keys to Success: If offering advice or any keys to success I would li...
Latisha McQueen, Journeyman/Journeywoman Carpenter, Local 327
What associations or organizations are you a member of? United Brotherhood ...
