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The Salvage Scoop – November 2025

Congratulations to our Program Graduates   Big congrats to Akeem Lattimore and Destiny Jackson—our newest graduates of the Building Value Construction Training Program! Over the past 12 weeks, they’ve gained hands-on experience in deconstruction, tool operation, and safety practices while earning more than five industry-recognized certifications. Each graduate leaves our program with the skills, confidence,...

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Retired construction manager inspires the next generation during Careers in Construction Month

As the nation celebrates Careers in Construction Month, one industry veteran is using her retirement to help build the next generation of skilled tradespeople. Debbie Karle, a retired Construction Manager from Jostin Construction, has joined Building Value, a Cincinnati-based nonprofit social enterprise powered by Easterseals Redwood, to mentor trainees entering the construction industry. Karle, who...

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The Salvage Scoop – October 2025

Congratulations to our Graduating Cohort   We’re thrilled to celebrate the success of our most recent cohort from the Building Value Construction Training Program — a group that truly embodies growth, grit, and purpose. Dawayne Duke has completed the program and is now a valued team member at the Building Value retail outlet in Northside, where he...

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In the News: iHeart Cinci features Building Value Construction Training Program

“[Program participants] go through a classroom portion training, which is three weeks in our construction lab at Easterseals Redwood,” said Brieann Sherlock, Business Development Manager at Building Value. “Then we set them up with all of the tools to be successful for when they get onto a job site.” We’re proud to share that Building Value...

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The Salvage Scoop – September 2025

Congratulations to our Graduating Cohort   A huge congratulations to Join us in congratulating Cesar Camacho, De’Aujha “Dee” Long, Daniel Bronson, and Brandon Oats on completing the Building Value Construction Training Program with flying colors! During their time in the program, they mastered skills in electrical repair and construction, paving the way for bright futures...

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Building Value Partners with Mitchell’s Salon for Sustainable Deconstruction

When Pump Hair Salon decided not to renew its lease at Rookwood Commons, its parent company, Mitchell’s Salon & Day Spa, had a decision to make: what to do with the furnishings, fixtures and materials from the 2,400-square-foot space. They turned to Building Value, a social enterprise of Easterseals Redwood that specializes in deconstruction, salvaging materials for reuse while providing...

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The Salvage Scoop – August 2025

Best Wishes to our Crew Supervisor, Stephen Berkey It’s with pride that we say “best wishes” to our incredible Crew Supervisor, Stephen Berkey, who will be transitioning into a new role as the Building Value Construction Training Program Instructor at the Easterseals Redwood main office in Walnut Hills. Starting this month, Stephen will be providing one-on-one...

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Farewell to Crew Supervisor Stephen Berkey

It’s with pride that we say “best wishes” to our incredible Crew Supervisor, Stephen Berkey, who will be transitioning into a new role as the Building Value Construction Training Program Instructor at the Easterseals Redwood main office in Walnut Hills. Starting this month, Stephen will be providing one-on-one instruction to new cohorts entering the construction training...

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