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The Lifting Equipment Engineers Association (LEEA) announced the return of Global Lifting Awareness Day (GLAD) on June 12, 2025, with the theme “Lifting Careers, Building Futures.”
This year’s event focuses on addressing skills shortages in the lifting industry, promoting tools to attract new talent and inspiring the next generation to pursue careers in lifting.
The lifting industry supports global infrastructure, construction, manufacturing, logistics and more, but many employers face challenges in recruiting and retaining skilled professionals. GLAD 2025 aims to offer practical solutions to help businesses identify, develop and retain top talent.
What to Expect on GLAD 2025
LEEA and its industry partners will host activities, resources and discussions throughout the day, including:
Special Industry Report and Webinar
LEEA CEO, Dr. Ross Moloney, and Matt Barber, LEEA director of membership, will present a special webinar to launch an exclusive industry report. The report will address pressing issues related to skills shortages, skills gaps and recruitment challenges in the lifting sector, offering actionable strategies for building a sustainable and skilled workforce.
Inspiring the Next Generation
GLAD 2025 aims to secure the industry’s future by raising awareness about diverse and rewarding careers in lifting.
“The skills shortage in our industry is a challenge that we must address together,” Moloney said.
“GLAD 2025 provides a platform for businesses, educators and job seekers to come together, share solutions and shape the future of lifting. It’s time to lift careers and build futures.”
Get Involved
LEEA encourages industry professionals, businesses and training providers to participate by sharing success stories, promoting career opportunities and engaging with the campaign using #GLAD2025.
