Union Labor Advisory Network

12/08/2025

Who Are UBC Millwrights?
They are the elite builders, problem-solvers, and precision experts who keep America’s industries running strong. From power generation and manufacturing to advanced industrial systems, UBC Millwrights are highly skilled professionals trusted across countless sectors.

Why Choose UBC Millwrights?
✅ World-Class Training through rigorous, hands-on apprenticeship programs
✅ Unmatched Commitment to Safety on every job site
✅ Union Strength that protects fair wages, benefits, and long-term careers

What Sets Them Apart
No two projects are ever the same—and that’s where UBC Millwrights thrive. Every installation is unique. Every maintenance challenge demands expertise. Their work is defined by precision, reliability, leadership, respect, craftsmanship, and professionalism—the core values that shape the UBC Millwright identity.

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UBC Millwrights

12/08/2025

Is your pharmacy benefits partner giving your members the raw deal? 🛠️

Your members work hard, and they deserve benefits that work just as hard for them. In today's dynamic healthcare landscape, outdated PBMs or inadequate partners can mean rising costs, lack of transparency, and poor member access. Learn the critical questions to ask to ensure your benefits align with core union values and secure the high-quality care your members rely on.

Are Your Pharmacy Benefits Working as Hard as Your Members?
https://hubs.li/Q03Xgl8K0

12/08/2025

Teamsters Spotlight: Lou Calamine — President & Principal Officer of Local 295, and Recording Secretary for Teamsters Joint Council 16

For more than 45 years, Lou Calamine has proudly lived the Teamster life. His journey began in the craft, spending 25 years as an Airborne Express driver before stepping into leadership. Over the past two decades, Lou has continued to dedicate himself to serving the hardworking members of Teamsters Local 295 and Joint Council 16.

Lou credits the strength of the Teamster contract—along with quality healthcare and a secure pension—for giving him the opportunity to raise three children and now support nine grandchildren, all on a Teamster salary. Through changing industries, multiple administrations, and the natural ups and downs of a 46-year career, one thing has never changed: his pride in being a Teamster.

Today, as President & Principal Officer of Local 295 and Recording Secretary for Teamsters Joint Council 16, Lou leads a tight-knit local of 1,800 members—brothers and sisters he calls “the best anyone could ever ask for.” His career stands as a testament to the power of solidarity, service, and unwavering commitment to the craft. That’s the Teamster way.

We are proud and thankful to call Lou a friend, and we deeply appreciate his friendship and support. A mentor and a great leader in labor, Lou continues to inspire all of us and strengthen the Teamster family.

For more information on Teamsters Local 295, visit: https://hubs.li/Q03Wn5mx0

12/08/2025

Is your pharmacy benefits partner giving your members the raw deal? 🛠️

Your members work hard, and they deserve benefits that work just as hard for them. In today's dynamic healthcare landscape, outdated PBMs or inadequate partners can mean rising costs, lack of transparency, and poor member access. Learn the critical questions to ask to ensure your benefits align with core union values and secure the high-quality care your members rely on.



Are Your Pharmacy Benefits Working as Hard as Your Members?

Strong unions need strong healthcare. The right PBM or PBO protects members with better care, lower costs, and true transparency

12/07/2025

Happy 130th Anniversary to the International Union of Operating Engineers!

Since 1896, over 410,000 strong, IUOE members have powered our nation forward with skill, pride, and union strength. The ULA Network is proud to celebrate this historic milestone with our union brothers and sisters.

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12/06/2025

Congratulations to Outreach’s 2025 Metropolitan Luncheon Honorees!

The Union Labor Advisory Network (ULA) proudly congratulates this year’s distinguished honorees celebrated at Outreach’s 44th Annual Metropolitan Luncheon, held on Thursday, December 4, 2025, at the iconic Cipriani 42nd Street in NYC.

This powerful annual gathering—Outreach’s largest fundraising event of the year—honors leaders who are making a real difference in the lives of New Yorkers affected by addiction, substance use, and co-occurring mental health disorders. Proceeds from the event directly support life-saving treatment services, mental health care, and training programs across NYC and Long Island.

2025 Honorees

🔹 Michael J. Bosso
Managing Director – Head of Property Operations, East Region
Brookfield Properties (Operated by CBRE)
Humanitarian of the Year
For his outstanding commitment to community, compassion, and service.

🔹 Peter Myers
President, New York State Iron Workers District Council
Labor Leader of the Year
For his unwavering leadership, advocacy, and dedication to union members and working families.

🔹 Gaston Silva
Chief Operating Officer, New York Division
Vornado Realty Trust
Jim Berg Memorial Award Recipient
For his visionary leadership and lifelong commitment to community impact.

This event stands as a true example of labor, business, and nonprofit leadership uniting for the common good.

We extend our deepest appreciation to this year’s honorees and to Outreach for 44 years of life-changing work.
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“You really can change the world if you care enough.” — Marian Wright Edelman

🔗 Learn more about Outreach’s mission:

https://opiny.org/about-us/mission-and-history/

12/05/2025

Labor councils are one of the strongest tools we have for building union power. They bring locals together, amplify your voices, and make sure working people have real influence in our communities.

credit What is a labor council? What is a federation? In short, they’re how unions unite beyond the workplace. In this edition of Back to Basics, we break down the difference between the two and why they matter!

12/05/2025

Joshua Cherkes, a 4th-year apprentice with Bricklayers & Allied Craftworkers Local 1 NY, built his career by taking the leap—passing the exam, completing pre-apprenticeship, and getting placed on the job within 12 weeks.

Today, he’s working on major projects including university restorations, the George Washington Bridge, LaGuardia Airport, and museums in Harlem. Joshua says the craft offers great wages, healthcare, and real career stability—a powerful example of opportunity through union apprenticeships.

To learn more about careers with Bricklayers and Allied Craftworkers Local 1 NY visit https://hubs.li/Q03WNxp60

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12/04/2025

Proud to connect with Jerry Gallo from Sword Health, a true partner committed to supporting the labor community.

Jerry highlighted how Sword Health lives in the labor market—not just selling to unions, but standing alongside them with clinically proven digital MSK care and 24/7 access to doctor-directed physical therapy.

We’re grateful for partners who share our mission of putting union members first.
Honored to continue this work together with Sword Health and the Association of Benefit Administrators.

Strong unions start with healthy members
Sword is the most trusted AI physical therapy solution in the labor market—delivering the highest ROI in the industry, with over 100 labor union clients and 900K+ union members.

To learn more visit: https://hubs.li/Q03V_0XJ0

Sword Health

12/04/2025

Johnathan Cruzado, a fourth-year bricklayer with Bricklayers & Allied Craftworkers Local 1 NY, shows how the union trades can transform careers. After 10 years in the military, Johnathan explored college but realized it wasn’t for him. He discovered Local 1, applied, passed the test, and found a career that matched his skills, mindset, and drive.

The apprenticeship provides hands-on training, essential skills, and experience tackling projects big and small. For Johnathan, it also offers camaraderie and purpose, connecting his military background to a supportive community. Programs like Helmets to Hardhats help veterans like him transition into the trades, providing tools, resources, and opportunities to succeed.

“The trades give you the skills and confidence to build a career and Local 1 gives you the tools to do your best,” Johnathan says.

For more information, reach out on our socials or call (718) 706-9139.Visit https://hubs.li/Q03TNqqm0.

12/04/2025

The holidays shine brighter in NYC because of UNION hands at work!

Each year, the iconic Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree stands tall thanks to the incredible skill and dedication of Local 1556 Timbermen with Safway Atlantic, alongside the hardworking union carpenters of Nastasi Maintenance who help bring this world-famous tradition to life.

The ULA Network is proud to support and promote the men and women of labor who make moments like this possible. We’re proud of the craftsmanship, proud of the brotherhood and sisterhood behind the work, and proud to celebrate a true NYC tradition that is built .

12/04/2025

Pedro Cardi President of Teamsters Local 210 shares how being a Teamster has transformed his family’s life, providing the stability, healthcare, and good-paying union job that every working family deserves. Through the strength of the Teamsters, Pedro was able to ensure consistent medical care, keep up with household expenses, and give his children opportunities he never had — including private school and a strong educational foundation.

Today, his son has graduated from John Jay College and has just begun his career as a New York City police officer — a powerful example of how union wages, benefits, and security create generational progress.

Pedro’s story reflects the core mission of the Teamsters and Joint Council 16: delivering dignity, stability, and opportunity for working families, and building a legacy that extends far beyond the job site.

To learn more about the Teamsters Local 210 visit: https://hubs.li/Q03WcNl-0