Our Mission
At Explore The Trades our mission is to recruit individuals to the plumbing, heating, cooling and electrical trades. These industries keep our country running. Jobs in these industries are in high demand and come with great pay, career opportunities and job security. We want to help you discover that these careers aren’t just a choice – they’re the best choice.
About Us
Founded in 2005, Explore The Trades is committed to developing the next generation of a skilled workforce by changing the perception of the trades. The organization creates awareness of the trades through key industry statistics, career resources and connections with industry-leading residential service companies throughout North America.

Testimonials
Explore The Trades Board of Trustees
Gregg D’Attile, President
President & CEO, Owner, Art Plumbing, AC & Electric
Coral Springs, Florida
Monica Ryan, Vice President
President & Owner, Village Plumbing & Air
Houston, Texas
Mike Barker, Secretary
President & Owner, Barker & Sons Plumbing and Heating
Anaheim, California
Greg Niemi, Treasurer
Founder, NIEMI TRUST
Stephanie Barker, Trustee
Director of Operations, Barker Heating & Cooling
Livermore, California
Lara Beltz
Vice President & Marketing Manager, Beltz Home Service, Inc.
Findlay, Ohio
Marty Cullen
President & Owner, Perfect Plumbing, Heating & Air
Boise, Idaho
Peggy Hildebrandt
President & Owner, Connors Plumbing & Heating
Waseca, Minnesota
Jack Tester, Trustee, Ex Officio
President & CEO, Nexstar Network
Frank Blau, Jr., Honorary Chairperson
Founder, Nexstar Network