Trades Talk – June 2022
At Explore The Trades, we’re passionate about plumbing, heating, cooling and electrical, and bridging the technical talent gap to these trades. In This Issue: Pat Plumbing, Heating and Air and Washburn Technical University Partner to Build Plumbers Visit Explore The Trades at SkillsUSA National Leadership & Skills Conference! Golf Tournament Recap Pat Plumbing, Heating and […]
Explore The Trades Golf Tournament Raises $50,000
Thank you to everyone who supported and attended the Explore The Trades golf tournament fundraiser in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho! Together with industry vendors, local businesses, and contractors, $50,000 was raised to bridge the technical talent gap to the trades of plumbing, heating, cooling and electrical. The event took place at the Coeur d’Alene Golf and […]
Trades Talk – May 2022
At Explore The Trades, we’re passionate about plumbing, heating, cooling and electrical. Careers in these trades are some of the best in the world and our focus is to bridge the technical talent gap to these essential industries. In This Issue: · Explore The Trades Skills Lab Recipients · Favorable Trends […]
Trades Talk – April 2022
At Explore The Trades, we’re passionate about plumbing, heating, cooling and electrical. Careers in these trades are some of the best in the world and our focus is to bridge the technical talent gap to these essential industries. In This Issue: · Outreach Calendar · Explore The Trades Posters and Stickers! […]
Trades Talk – March 2022
At Explore The Trades, we’re passionate about plumbing, heating, cooling and electrical. Careers in these trades are some of the best in the world and our focus is to bridge the technical talent gap to these essential industries. In This Issue: · Women in HVACR […]
Trades Talk – February 2022
At Explore The Trades, we’re passionate about plumbing, heating, cooling and electrical. Careers in these trades are some of the best in the world and our focus is to bridge the technical talent gap to these essential industries. In This Issue: · Explore The Trades Golf Event Fundraiser · Top 10 Traits of a Successful Service Technician […]
The Necessity of Improving Plumbing Infrastructure
Infrastructure has been a hot topic in the news and political landscape in recent months, and for good reason. However, infrastructure does not only pertain to bridges, roads, and waterways. One often overlooked, but nonetheless crucial component of a healthy infrastructure system is plumbing. As we will see, improving the plumbing infrastructure is absolutely vital […]
Explore The Trades: 2021 in Review
Thank you to everyone who supported Explore The Trades in 2021! We wouldn’t be able to do what we do without the help of our incredible donors. Over $250,000 was raised to provide 29,000 people with resources that will help them begin their careers in the plumbing, heating, cooling, and electrical trades. Take a look […]
A Guide to Trade School: What Parents Should Know
As your child begins thinking about their future, odds are they’re starting to make decisions about their career path. Attending a four-year university after high school isn’t the only option your child has. There’s a considerable need for a skilled labor force, and a four-year degree is not the only path that leads to success […]
Over $20,000 Raised at “Passion & Partnership” Event
Thank you to everyone who attended the “Passion & Partnership” fundraising event! Together, over $20,000 was raised to bridge the technical talent gap to the trades of plumbing, heating, cooling and electrical. The event featured a panel of residential service providers: Geno Caccia, CEO of Caccia Plumbing; Lauren Martin, Vice President of Seaside Plumbing; and, […]