Invitation Homes Partners with Home Builders Institute to Support Veterans in Skilled Trades Careers

In a significant move to support transitioning military service members and veterans, Invitation Homes Inc. has partnered with the Home Builders Institute (HBI) to facilitate career opportunities in skilled trades. This partnership is part of Invitation Homes' broader initiative known as 'Invitation to SkillUp,' which aims to enhance training and job placement for veterans in the housing and construction sectors. By investing in HBI's Military Services program, the company will provide hands-on training led by experienced instructors, along with industry-recognized certifications. This investment ensures that veterans can seamlessly shift from military to civilian careers while gaining essential skills in construction, property maintenance, and other trades. The collaboration focuses on connecting HBI-trained veterans, military spouses, and family members with job opportunities in the growing build-to-rent and single-family rental sectors. Specific recruitment efforts will concentrate on HBI's Military Services locations at Fort Stewart, Georgia, and Jacksonville, Florida. Additionally, the partnership aims to engage Invitation Homes' Veteran Employee Resource Group, enhancing mentorship and career guidance for participants. Success stories from veterans and their families, showcasing their career transformations through this initiative, will also be highlighted. Dallas Tanner, President and CEO of Invitation Homes, expressed pride in supporting veterans as they transition to civilian life. He emphasized the importance of investing in these dedicated individuals, noting that their commitment strengthens communities. He remarked, "Through our Invitation to SkillUp initiative, we are committed to creating valuable opportunities in the skilled trades for those who have served our country. HBI has a proven track record over the past decade, successfully training and placing military personnel in skilled trades careers. According to Ed Brady, President and CEO of HBI, nearly 90% of their military program graduates find employment, with salaries averaging over three times the federal minimum wage. This new investment from Invitation Homes will enhance HBI's capacity to help even more veterans successfully enter skilled trades every year, acknowledging that those who have served deserve robust career opportunities. The 'Invitation to SkillUp' initiative represents a national commitment from Invitation Homes to elevate skills in the trades and promote awareness about the vital roles they play in society. This partnership with HBI is one of several recent investments from national companies looking to positively impact the lives of veterans and their families. Notable supporters of HBI's military programs include The Home Depot Foundation and DEWALT, as well as a recent $1 million contribution from Google, underscoring the growing industry commitment to support veterans in their career journeys. For nearly 60 years, HBI has stood as the leading nonprofit organization providing skilled trades training, transforming lives through their hands-on training programs. With over 270,000 individuals trained and placed in construction careers, HBI reaches students across a variety of settings, including high schools, Job Corps centers, military installations, community organizations, correctional facilities, and their own academies nationwide. Invitation Homes is also recognized as a premier leader in single-family home leasing and management, addressing housing needs with a commitment to providing high-quality living options and genuine care to their clients. Their mission, ‘Unlock the Power of Home,’ aligns with this investment in skilled trades education, demonstrating their dedication to enhancing the overall quality of life for veterans and their families. As this partnership unfolds, it promises to open new doors for veterans seeking fulfilling careers in various skilled trades, equipped with the training and resources necessary to succeed in a competitive workforce.