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Boosting Contractor Capacity to Meet Home Performance Demand - Self Study
1 hour to complete
Last updated 08/2024
About this course
In this free course (originally released in August 2024) we present a new model for building contractor capacity: a Home Performance Contractor Incubation Program.
The primary target audience for this presentation is entities that are most concerned about not having enough contractor capacity. This includes:
The primary target audience for this presentation is entities that are most concerned about not having enough contractor capacity. This includes:
- State and federal agencies
- Utility and other program administrators
- Non-profit affiliates
As you know, there is a high demand for contractors in government-funded residential construction-focused areas that serve our most vulnerable households. This demand has increased through transformative funding opportunities for clean energy projects around the country. Simply put, there are not enough contractors available to complete the work.
Our panel of project partners, including HeatSpring, Alidade Consultants, and the Building Performance Institute, brings expertise in designing and implementing programs with deep knowledge and experience in the workforce training and building performance sectors. We will outline our proposed solution: the Home Performance Contractor Incubation Program.
Home performance contractors looking to scale their operations, or contractors in adjacent markets like HVAC, plumbing, solar energy, and electrical are also encouraged to attend. Your companies are in the best position to grow and this presentation will give you some ideas about how to do it.
Course outline
2 modules
1 hour to complete
43 minutes
of video lectures
Module 1 • 11 assignments
Boosting Contractor Capacity to Meet Home Performance Demand
Module 1 • 11 assignments
Boosting Contractor Capacity to Meet Home Performance Demand
While the dream of owning a successful independent contracting business is held by many, the reality is that more fail than succeed. In this module you'll hear about a potential solution through a panel discussion with Laure-Jeanne Davignon, Mark Kravatz, and Larry Zarker.
- Presentation Slides (PDF) (.pdf)
- Introduction - Meet the Presenters (02:53 minutes)
- The Challenge (& Opportunity) (03:36 minutes)
- The Market Need for Contractor Capacity Building - Larry Zarker (BPI) (05:32 minutes)
- Existing State-Level Strategies (04:31 minutes)
- Home Performance Incubator Program: A Ready-to-Launch New Concept (17:14 minutes)
- Q&A: How can this program SCALE UP to meet national demand? (03:09 minutes)
- Q&A: How can we make sure the program has a welcoming culture? (53 seconds)
- Q&A: What is the role of local non-profit organizations? (01:06 minutes)
- Q&A: How much does it cost to put a contractor through this program? (01:03 minutes)
- Thank you & closing remarks (57 seconds)
Authors
Mark Kravatz
Founder & President, Alidade Consultants
I'm Mark Kravatz, the Founder and President of Alidade Consultants, where we focus on helping organizations undergo meaningful transformations. My journey in this field has been guided by an 20-year track record in leadership roles, primarily in the consulting and nonprofit sectors. My expertise lies in organizational mapping, strategic planning, structural design,...
Laure-Jeanne Davignon
Director of Workforce Partnerships, HeatSpring
I focus on accelerating the just transition to a carbon-free economy through national and international efforts to cultivate a diverse, highly skilled workforce. My inspiration is ensuring that the clean energy transition 'shifts the paradigm' to help address historic inequities. My strategy is helping to build effective workforce systems focused on empowering people,...
Frequently asked questions
Full FAQHow does this course work?
This is a free course. Enroll today and get access to all of the materials instantly. The lecture video and other materials are available any time.
How long do I have access to the materials?
For free courses there is no guarantee for how long the course materials will be available.
Who is the intended audience for this presentation?
The primary target audience for this presentation is entities that are most concerned about not having enough contractor capacity. This includes:
- State agencies
- Program administrators
- Non-profit affiliates
Are you looking for partners for the "Home Performance Incubation Program"?
Yes.
We need funders to step up and partners to help deliver the program. Please sign up for the event and contact 'laure-jeanne@heatspring.com' if you'd like to explore a partnership.
We need funders to step up and partners to help deliver the program. Please sign up for the event and contact 'laure-jeanne@heatspring.com' if you'd like to explore a partnership.
Is there a certificate of completion?
Certificates of completion are only provided to HeatSpring Membership subscribers. This course has not been approved by any credentialing organizations (NABCEP, AIA, USGBC etc) for Continuing Education Credits (CEUs). This course is for self education purposes only and completion does not indicate a level of professional expertise or credential.
Can I register multiple people?
Yes, this is a free course so you can share this page with other people from your team.
