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TradesFutures is a non-profit corporation organized for the purpose of developing, promoting, and improving Apprenticeship Readiness Programs. #CraftYourPath
Know a tradeswoman who deserves the spotlight? Nominate her for Tradeswoman of the Week — a series honoring women reshaping the industry. Winners receive a free Milwaukee toolkit! Tag someone or scan the QR code to fill out the form! @milwaukeetool

Kristina Smith, Director of @GABTAYouthBuild discusses the joy of seeing students evolve on our newest episode of ARP Rockstars. Catch this episode Monday, July 28th at 9AMEST! Watch the first episode here or via the link in our bio: youtu.be/dYGc_Ic6cMw?si…
Welcome back to Let’s Talk Trades! This week, we asked: What advice would you give someone who’s too scared to start an apprenticeship program? Hear what our team had to say, then share your own advice in the comments.
Tennessee just received $5.9M in federal funding to expand apprenticeship access statewide. To learn more, visit timesnews.net/business/appre…
✨ Bright Futures Spotlight: Congratulations to the graduates of Local Union 228 on completing the Yuba/Sutter MC3 course! 📸: Local Union 228 To learn more about this Apprenticeship Readiness Program or other ARPs in your area, visit hubs.ly/Q03y1-SV0.



We had the pleasure of sitting down with Kristina Smith, Director of @GABTAYouthBuild on the newest episode of ARP Rockstars! Catch this episode Monday, July 28th at 9AMEST! Watch the previous episode here or via the link in our bio: youtu.be/dYGc_Ic6cMw?si…
TradesFutures supports a network of 270+ Apprenticeship Readiness Programs across the U.S. — all designed to prepare you for a career in the skilled trades. Find a program near you at hubs.ly/Q03xM0rX0.

Welcome back to Let’s Talk Trades! This week’s question: What is an Apprenticeship Readiness Program — and can you explain it like I’m your cousin? We’re all family here, so we're breaking it down in the simplest terms. Watch now and share with someone who needs to hear this!
Mentorship makes all the difference. Dr. Tom Kriger of @nabtubuilds shares why connection and guidance are at the core of success in the building trades. Start your path through Apprenticeship Readiness: 🔗 tradesfutures.org
✨ Bright Futures Spotlight: Congratulations to the graduates of the recent @skilledtradesacademy cohort! To learn more about this Apprenticeship Readiness Program or other ARPs in your area, visit hubs.ly/Q03x3K_F0 or click the link in our bio!



Gen Z is hungry for career advice—and eager for real pathways forward. Apprenticeship Readiness Programs are meeting that need. Read more in this new @TIME article: hubs.ly/Q03wVM8K0
Did you know that one semester could change your life forever? The MC3 gets you ready for apprenticeship in under 120 hours. Learn more at hubs.ly/Q03wJfW90

This is what building opportunities looks like. Buffalo Educational Opportunity Center’s Buffalo Build ARP is changing lives and creating pathways into sustainable careers in the unionized construction trades Read the full story: hubs.ly/Q03wG3C40
Welcome to the first episode of Let’s Talk Trades! We’re kicking things off by asking: Which trade career doesn’t get enough credit for their hard work? Watch now, and drop your answer in the comments!
San Diego high school girls — don’t miss your chance to explore a future in construction! Visit hubs.ly/Q03wkKKr0 to learn more and register by July 11.

This July, we honor Minority Mental Health Awareness Month by standing with those advocating for mental wellness and care in every community.

Say hello to Juwayriah “Juju” Evans, our Digital Marketing and Communications Intern! She joins us from Savannah State University, bringing creativity, drive, and a passion for growing through storytelling.

We’re Hiring: Join TradesFutures as our next Project Manager! TradesFutures is growing, and we’re looking for a dynamic, mission-driven Project Manager to help us shape the future of unionized construction careers nationwide. Learn more and apply: hubs.ly/Q03vsbPN0.

Let's welcome Austin Sampson, a Business Operations Intern, joining us this summer! He’s eager to support our mission and grow professionally with the TradesFutures team.
