Inside the Port Strikes: The Longshoremen Union View
October 23, 2024 / Wednesday Webinar / Tag: Center for Supply Chain Excellence
Webinar Registration Link:
https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/61a33f8a-db06-444e-aeea-05f6519a0112@f7a5a4ef-4ffa-4c80-bfb3-c12e28872099
Date: October 23, 2024
Time: 1:00 pm - 1:30 pm EST
Q&A: 1:30 pm - 1:45 pm EST
Topic: Inside the Port Strikes: The Longshoremen Union view
Speaker: Johnnie Dixon
Title: President, ILA, Local 1526
Details: Join us for an exclusive webinar featuring Johnnie Dixon - President of the Longshoremen Union (District 1526), providing a firsthand account of the ongoing port strikes. As the lifeblood of our economy, ports play a crucial role in global trade. While media outlets often focus on the broader economic implications of these strikes, this webinar offers a unique opportunity to delve into the workers' perspective. Discover the challenges faced by longshoremen, the reasons behind the labor actions, and the potential consequences for both workers and businesses. Gain valuable insights into the complex issues at play and understand the human side of the port strike story.
