Articles Tagged with ''skilled trades''

Lowes' Foundation is partnering with programs like the Metallica Scholars to ensure the next generation of builders can meet the demands of the modern world.

The new focus of the Lowe's Foundation aims to address the construction and skilled tradesperson worker shortage facing the U.S. economy.

Nathaniel Morton Elementary School in Plymouth, Mass. celebrated roofing and construction with its own "Builds Day" as a roofing project takes place over their heads.

The program is accepting nominations from GPS Insight customers to proactively empower the skilled trade technicians of tomorrow with $10,000 scholarships.

BoomNation, which connects tradespeople with employers, recently rolled out the new version of its app with a more user-friendly experience and new features and capabilities.

Procore will work with NCCER to develop new technology-focused curriculum and educational resources, with the goal of strengthening the connection between technology and the trades.

Described as a LinkedIn for skilled workers, BoomNation received a $5 million seed round from Callais Capital for the next phase in its growth.

The SkillPointe Foundation and Building Talent Foundation have partnered to help develop, place, and support skilled construction industry workers.

Simpson Strong-Tie is donating a total of $600,000 to Building Talent Foundation to help connect young and underserved people to skilled trades training and career opportunities.