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WA launches Trade Collective Series: Building connections that last

ASA WA launched its Trade Collective series on March 11 to help employers strengthen workforce skills and better support apprentices in developing their careers in the trades sector.

ASA WA launched the Trade Collective series on March 11 as part of its ongoing commitment to engaging and empowering employers to build skills and champion apprentices to advance their careers in trades. 

The inaugural event brought together women in trades, First Nations apprentices, those working in clean energy, and employers from across industries to connect, inspire and share experiences in fostering positive training outcomes.

A special thanks to our panel speakers: Kristen Lim, CEO of Directions Workforce Solutions; Debra Arjoon, Heavy Diesel Mechanic at BHP; Leonie Knipe, Dealer Principal at Avon Valley Toyota; and Tina Thiel, Entry Level Programs Manager at Western Power, for joining us on the night. 

Panel at Trade Collective event

The event also provided an opportunity for employers new to apprenticeships to learn about the benefits of taking on apprentices, during which our team introduced the customised support framework for employers and their apprentices across all trades. 

The sundowner event marked the beginning of a series of events aimed at strengthening the community, improving completion rates, and ensuring that apprentices and employers receive optimal support for successful training outcomes.

Speakers on the panel


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