Economically Speaking

Join Babylon IDA CEO Tom Dolan as he unpacks the latest economic trends, key statistics, and local indicators shaping the future of our town, region, and the nation. From job growth to inflation and everything in between, this episode offers insights into where we are—and where we might be headed. Have a question or a topic you'd like us to cover? Email us at info@babylonida.org [info@babylonida.org].

On this episode of Economically Speaking, Babylon IDA CEO Tom Dolan sits down with Chris Kelly, Training Director at the Long Island Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee (JATC). Together, they explore the current landscape of the electrician trade on Long Island and highlight how apprenticeship programs are building a strong pipeline of skilled workers. Tune in to learn how these programs are shaping the region’s workforce and creating lasting career opportunities in the trades. Links: * Long Island Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee (JATC): https://www.lijatc.org/ [https://www.lijatc.org/] * Construct Your Future: https://www.constructyourfuture.com/ [https://www.constructyourfuture.com/] * Opportunities Long Island: https://www.opportunitieslongisland.org/ [https://www.opportunitieslongisland.org/]

Join Babylon IDA CEO Tom Dolan as he briefly overviews key economic trends shaping the Town of Babylon and Long Island and the questions that will impact businesses moving forward in 2025.

On this episode, Babylon IDA CEO Tom Dolan talks with Liz Mirarchi, Executive Director of the Babylon Citizens Council on the Arts (BACCA), and Shawn S. Cullinane, President of the BACCA Board of Directors, about the connection between the local arts and business communities, the organization’s fiftieth anniversary, and their upcoming Harvest Moon Gala. If you want to attend BACCA’s Harvest Moon Gala on October 17, register here [https://www.babylonarts.org/50years] BACCA Website [https://www.babylonarts.org/] BACCA Contact: info@babylonarts.org [info@babylonarts.org] Previous Economically Speaking episode with Liz Mirarchi (July 5, 2023) [https://rss.com/podcasts/economicallyspeaking/1025677/]

On this episode, Babylon IDA CEO Tom Dolan previews the upcoming business summit on Thursday, September 26, focused on mental health and wellness in the workplace. This event will examine what steps local businesses can take to support their employees' mental and physical well-being and highlight the importance of wellness in sustaining a healthy, thriving business operation. Date: Thursday, September 26, 2024. Time: 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM. Where: East Farmingdale Fire Company, 930 Conklin Street, East Farmingdale, NY 11735. RSVP [https://tinyurl.com/idaseptembersummit] Economically Speaking Podcast: Mental Health Awareness with panelist Dr. Annmarie Wacha-Montes [https://rss.com/podcasts/economicallyspeaking/1534316/] Working Healthy (Long Island Business News - August 18, 2022) [https://libn.com/2022/08/18/working-healthy/] Workers' mental health getting more attention from Long Island employers (Newsday - December 15, 2023) [https://www.newsday.com/business/mental-health-workplace-accommodations-mbrbnea0] Health and wellness programs: key to employee success (Long Island Business News - August 30, 2024): https://libn.com/2024/08/30/health-and-wellness-programs-key-to-employee-success/ [https://libn.com/2024/08/30/health-and-wellness-programs-key-to-employee-success/].