Heartfelt
Moments In Time
Building Success In the Skilled Trades
Business Support Series
This was a well-structured three-part business support series class, which was a collaboration between three amazing and dedicated organizations. These esteemed organizations included Heartfelt Construction, O.F.A. Construction Inc., and The Foundry, all of which contributed their expertise and resources. The class provided participants with invaluable knowledge regarding the essential steps needed to create a successful business in the skilled trades from the very beginning stages. Some of the crucial topics that were included were licenses, insurance, contracts, and much more essential information! At the end of the course, each student proudly received their very own set of tools and also an impressive certificate of completion, marking their dedication and achievement in this field.
Dates:
November 6th, 13th, and 20th of 2024
Location:
The office of Heartfelt Construction and O.F.A Construction Inc.
The Foundry
Here is a glimpse of the class on its final day of the three part workshop series that concluded with graduation!
All Women’s Building and Maintenance
Workshop Series
Dates
September 28-29, 2024
October 5-6, 2024
Location
Martin-Zombek Construction Services Prefab Warehouse
Syracuse, NY
This impactful workshop series was diligently hosted by the Black Girls Will Get Love Foundation, focusing on empowerment and skill-building for women in the community. The course was thoughtfully created and expertly taught by Shannon Howard, the owner of Heartfelt Construction, and Romero Gossom, the owner of O.F.A. Construction Inc. Throughout this enriching program, the women learned essential skills on how to complete basic home repairs and various home improvement projects. With generous support from partners such as Martin-Zombek Construction, Sherwin Williams, Central New York Community Foundation, and the Carpenters’ Union, we were able to bring this inspiring vision to life, equipping participants with the confidence and knowledge necessary to tackle their own home projects independently. As a result of their newfound skills and encouragement, several of the women enthusiastically pursued careers within the dynamic construction industry.
Painting
Drywall Repairs
Laminate Plank Flooring
Youth Mentorship Speaker Series
May 15th, 2024
Machnica Center
Buffalo, NY
The youth are undeniably a major part of the future and are also incredibly important to the culture and mission of Heartfelt Construction as well. This recent opportunity provided a great experience for our owner of Heartfelt Construction, Shannon, as she was able to connect with the upcoming generation regarding the dynamic industry of construction. Accompanied by Romero, the knowledgeable owner of O.F.A. Construction Inc., the two were able to make a truly positive impact on educating the youth about what a promising and rewarding career in construction looks like, as well as the many positive opportunities that come with this essential field. Heartfelt Construction remains committed to continuously looking for initiatives that will allow us to invest in the youth and inspire them through various pathways within the skilled trades.