058 - HVAC Educators Conference Town Hall

How do we future-proof the multifamily industry when the skilled trades gap keeps growing?In this episode, Paul Rhodes takes us behind the scenes of his recent experience facilitating a town hall at the 2025 HVAC Excellence Educators Conference. He shares eye-opening data and firsthand insights about the growing pressure on the apartment industry to fill critical maintenance roles. With technology advancing and infrastructure aging, the need for qualified, skilled technicians is more urgent than ever.From the reality of circumstantial certifications to the power of hands-on training and leadership development, Paul lays out a roadmap for how the industry can respond. Whether you're a property manager, trainer, or technician starting your journey, this episode will challenge you to think differently about training, certification, and the future of apartment maintenance.In this episode, we cover:- Why is the skilled trades gap one of the biggest threats to the multifamily industry today?- What challenges exist around certification, training, and workforce development in apartment maintenance?- The aging infrastructure and rising apartment demand are fueling a surge in maintenance technician needs.- How leadership development and intentional training can empower the next generation of maintenance professionals.🎧 Tune in to discover what it’ll take to build the workforce our industry needs—before it’s too late.🔗 Click subscribe @MultifamilyMediaNetwork on YouTube and stay up to date on our vast network of multifamily professionals hosting podcasts on all the industry hot topics!Visit www.multifamilymedianetwork.com to sign up for our newsletter and browse our extensive library of podcasts and blogs from today’s multifamily leaders!#ApartmentMaintenance #HVACExcellence #SkilledTrades #MultifamilyIndustry #MaintenanceMindset #WorkforceDevelopment #TechTraining #FacilitiesManagement #HandsOnTraining #LeadershipDevelopment #PaulRhodesPodcast👉 Listen now and share this episode with your team, leadership, or anyone passionate about training the next generation of pros!