Key Takeaways:
- Recognize workforce trends and the cost of turnover
- Learn how to identify, support, and reward your top performers
- Learn strategies to recognize hidden potential and coach employees for growth
- Understand how to build an environment where excellence thrives and people want to stay
Speaker
Zack Jarmon, Director of Business Development and Workforce Development, IEC Dallas
Speaker Bio:
Zackary Jarmon serves as the Director of Business Development and Workforce Development for the Dallas Independent Electrical Contractors Association (IEC Dallas). With 33 years of experience in the electrical industry- including 20 years as an electrical contractor, a decade as an instructor, and nearly 10 years as a Master Electrician- Zack is recognized for his deep technical expertise, strategic leadership, and unwavering commitment to the electrical workforce.
A proud Alabama native, Zack has spent his career shaping electricians at every level, from brand-new apprentices to advanced journeymen. At IEC Dallas, he drives workforce initiatives, builds high-value partnerships, and leads large-scale outreach to schools, industry leaders, and community organizations. His mission is clear: open doors for future electricians, expand career opportunities, and strengthen the pipeline of skilled talent entering the trade.
Zack is known for his high-energy leadership style, exceptional customer-service mindset, and ability to connect with students, contractors, and industry partners alike. His work directly supports IEC Dallas’s vision of building the strongest, most prepared electrical workforce in the country—and he is proud to play a key role in elevating the electrical trade and the contractors who power it.