Power Your Future: Launch Your Career in Solar Energy!
Black Chamber Fort Wayne is proud to partner with Black Sun Light Sustainability to present an exciting opportunity for our community members interested in the rapidly growing solar energy sector.
📋 WHAT: Free Introductory Webinar – Solar Train the Trainer Program
🗓️ DATE: Thursday, April 17, 2025
🕗 TIME: 8:00pm Eastern
🖥️ LOCATION: Virtual via Zoom
💵 COST: FREE
🎟️ REGISTRATION: Register Here
Why Solar Training?
Solar energy is one of the fastest-growing sectors in the energy industry nationwide, creating thousands of new jobs annually with the U.S. solar industry currently employing over 279,447 workers as of 2023, representing a growth rate more than double that of the overall job market. The industry offers:
- Quick Certification Process
- Excellent wages with solar installers earning $60,000-$85,000 annually on average
- Stable career path in a growing industry
- Opportunity to help build sustainable communities
Who Should Attend?
- Job seekers looking for green career opportunities
- Organizations interested in starting solar training programs
- Individuals with transferable skills from construction, electrical work, or related fields
- Community leaders interested in workforce development
About the Presenter
Denise Abdul-Rahman • BS, MBA, HCM, HIS
Denise Abdul-Rahman is the Founder and Chief Equity Officer of Black Sun Light Sustainability (BSLS). With a mission to radically transform, maintain, and support a diverse and just transition both domestically and internationally, she brings extensive expertise in equitable energy policy, training, and clean energy development.
Abdul-Rahman holds a BS in management, an MBA in healthcare management, and a health informatics designation from Indiana University School of Informatics. She is a Black Woman Foreign War Veteran of Operation Desert Storm and is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Transdisciplinary Leadership Creativity and Sustainability.
Her leadership has been recognized with numerous awards, including the Indiana University Robert McKinney School of Law Environmental Protection Award, the Vote Solar Dr. Espanola Jackson Award, and the NAACP Medgar Evers Nominee 2021.
Registration
This free introductory webinar will provide a comprehensive overview of the Solar Train the Trainer program, designed specifically for Indiana residents. Participants will learn how the solar industry is creating pathways to good-paying jobs while supporting environmental sustainability and energy independence in our communities.
The session will outline how to become a certified solar trainer, the resources available to launch training programs, and how to connect trainees with job opportunities in the rapidly expanding solar sector. This program aligns with national initiatives to ensure that the benefits of clean energy reach all communities, particularly those historically underrepresented in the energy sector.
To register for this event, please visit the webinar registration page or click the button below. For more information, call 260-366-6333 or email us at Talk2us@myfwbcc.org.
About the Organizer
Black Chamber Fort Wayne
The Black Chamber Fort Wayne, led by Board President Ramadan Abdul-Azeez, is dedicated to fostering the growth and success of Black-owned businesses in the Fort Wayne community. The Chamber helps entrepreneurs and professionals build valuable connections and access essential resources through networking events, advocacy, and educational opportunities. The Chamber is committed to creating a thriving environment for Black business leaders to flourish and contribute to the region’s economic vitality.
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