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Building the Future of Work - One Trade at a Time.
The Skilled Trades Rebellion Is Here
Across America’s job sites and training centers, a quiet revolution is underway. The skilled trades - long undervalued - are emerging as the backbone of a new economic era. Plumbers, electricians, and HVAC professionals are becoming the new millionaires, driving infrastructure and innovation. As Forbes puts it, “Real mastery wields a wrench, a wire cutter, or a multimeter”.
Why it matters: TradesConnects is built for this moment—where mastery meets opportunity.
Unemployment Rises, But Trades Offer a Way Forward
As the national unemployment rate hits a four-year high, interest in skilled trades is surging. Colleges report increased enrollment in technical programs, and career changers are turning to construction and repair work for stability and purpose.
Why it matters: TradesConnects offers a direct path from uncertainty to employment -especially for young adults and career switchers.
🌍 Vocational Education Gains Global Momentum
Governments worldwide are investing in vocational and technical education as a cornerstone of economic growth. In Nigeria, partnerships with Japan and new tuition-free policies signal a shift away from university-only pathways.
Why it matters: TradesConnects is part of a global movement to revalue hands-on work and democratize access to training.
🏗️ California Invests $25M in Apprenticeships
California is funding 88 apprenticeship programs to train over 22,000 workers in the skilled trades. The initiative prioritizes women, veterans, and justice-involved individuals—groups central to TradesConnects’ mission.
Why it matters: Our platform is ready to support this wave of new talent with verified pathways and community support.
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