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Building Nevada: Vince Saavedra on the Power of Skilled Trades and Union Leadership

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On today’s episode of The Middle Ground with Tom Letizia, we shine a spotlight on one of the most influential voices in Nevada’s labor movement — Vince Saavedra, Executive Secretary-Treasurer of the Southern Nevada Building Trades.

Vince shares his inspiring journey from apprentice ironworker to leading a coalition representing thousands of union members across more than a dozen construction trades. We discuss the critical role organized labor plays in powering Southern Nevada’s economy, and Vince opens up about his advocacy for mental health, equity, and workforce development.

From first-time homeownership programs to youth career pathways, Vince Saavedra is helping build more than just buildings — he's building stronger communities.

Tune in for an impactful conversation about the value of skilled trades, the strength of union solidarity, and the future of Nevada’s workforce.

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On today’s episode of The Middle Ground with Tom Letizia, we shine a spotlight on one of the most influential voices in Nevada’s labor movement — Vince Saavedra, Executive Secretary-Treasurer of the Southern Nevada Building Trades.

Vince shares his inspiring journey from apprentice ironworker to leading a coalition representing thousands of union members across more than a dozen construction trades. We discuss the critical role organized labor plays in powering Southern Nevada’s economy, and Vince opens up about his advocacy for mental health, equity, and workforce development.

From first-time homeownership programs to youth career pathways, Vince Saavedra is helping build more than just buildings — he's building stronger communities.

Tune in for an impactful conversation about the value of skilled trades, the strength of union solidarity, and the future of Nevada’s workforce.

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