SkillsUSA

Logistics are always a part of a conference but at SkillsUSA National Leadership & Skills Conference it is no small undertaking! Thank you Penske Truck Leasing for showing up in big ways with your in-kind support for the #SkillsUSA Championships. Where more than 6,500 state champions competed for national awards of gold, silver and bronze medals in 114 skilled and leadership competitions. #NLSC25 #skilledtrades #workforcedevelopment

As industries evolve at a rapid pace, the skilled trades are in high demand, with an ever-growing skills gap. SkillsUSA — the #1 workforce development organization for students — stands ready to meet this challenge, developing the next generation of skilled professionals and career-ready leaders. In conjunction with #NLSC25, we hosted our inaugural Workforce Development Summit, convening CTE thought leaders, industry and association partners, educators and policymakers, all united in a shared commitment to workforce readiness. The summit featured: 🥇 A front-row seat to the nation's top emerging talent during the SkillsUSA Championships. 🗣️ Engaging conversations with takeaways to help propel workforce initiatives nationwide. 🤝 A valuable platform for networking to build meaningful connections with like-minded individuals. Thank you to our speakers, panelists and every attendee who helped make the summit impactful. The passion, insights and collaboration shared are just the beginning, and SkillsUSA is stronger thanks to all our supporters. #SkillsUSA #WFDSummit25 #WorkforceDevelopment #SkilledTrades #CTE #CareerReadiness

✨ Reflecting on a Transformative Journey ✨ Concluding my tenure as the SkillsUSA National Officer College/Postsecondary President fills me with immense gratitude and pride. Serving in this capacity has been profoundly humbling and has reshaped my perspective in ways I never imagined. What initially started as a personal aspiration evolved into a nationwide endeavor, connecting me with exceptional students, educators, industry pioneers, and advocates from all corners of our great nation. The SkillsUSA National Leadership & Skills Conference (NLSC) 2025 stands out as a testament to the unparalleled power of purpose and proficiency: 🔴 Witnessing over 18,000 attendees coming together in Atlanta 🛠️ Engaging with 6,800+ competitors demonstrating unparalleled excellence 🏆 Hosting 114+ national competitions spanning various career pathways 🌟 Showcasing over 2 million square feet of cutting-edge exhibits 💼 Welcoming hundreds of employers and partners dedicated to shaping America's future workforce 📣 Experiencing a packed Opening Session at State Farm Arena where our collective pride resonated throughout! To every mentor who believed in my potential, every delegate who placed their trust in me, and every fellow officer who shared this journey — I extend my heartfelt gratitude. Your unwavering support has instilled in me the values of leading with compassion, envisioning a brighter future, and advocating with unwavering conviction. SkillsUSA transcends being just an organization; it embodies a movement, a community, a platform for growth. Through this experience, my life has been forever altered. While my term has concluded, it signifies the dawn of a lifelong commitment to service, empowerment, and purpose. With profound appreciation and enduring pride, SkillsUSA National Officer College/Postsecondary President — signing off! ✍️ #SkillsUSA #SkillsUSANLSC2025 #ChampionsAtWork #SkillsForLife #CollegePostsecondary

Earlier this summer, I experienced one of the most inspiring chapters of my life: hosting the 2025 SkillsUSA National Leadership & Skills Conference in Atlanta, Georgia. From the opening session to the final business meeting, the dedication, skill, and spirit of our members left me in awe. In the days leading up to the conference, our national officer team dedicated countless hours to preparation, from script practices and event coordination to participating in the Leverage leadership training program. The teamwork and commitment behind the scenes were truly inspiring. The Opening Session was unforgettable. I was honored to introduce and meet our keynote speaker, Mike Rowe, CEO of the mikeroweWORKS Foundation and host of Dirty Jobs. His message on the dignity of work and the importance of skilled trades left a lasting impression on all attendees. I was also grateful to meet with our Executive Director, Ms. Chelle Travis, along with national staff and members of the Board of Directors, to express our appreciation for their incredible support of our officer team and SkillsUSA members across the nation. During the conference, I connected with talented students across the nation who are not only experts in their trades but also emerging leaders in their communities. I am also incredibly proud of the newly elected national officer team, and I am confident that they will carry the torch forward with passion and purpose. Walking through all 114 leadership, technical, and career education competitions on the TECHSPO floor was awe-inspiring. I also facilitated a tour of this space for attendees of the Workforce Development Summit, showcasing the incredible talent, skill, and dedication of our members. This experience reaffirmed my belief in the power of career and technical education to change lives. To our members, advisors, and industry partners, thank you for trusting me to serve and for making this an unforgettable year. I’m excited to see how these future leaders will continue to impact their communities and industries. #SkillsUSA #Leadership #CareerTechEducation #CTE #FutureLeaders #TechnicalSkills #WorkforceDevelopment #SkillsMatter #StudentLeadership #NLSC2025 #Empowerment #CareerReady

SkillsUSA hosted its annual Call to Action Breakfast at #NLSC25, bringing together advisors from across the country 🇺🇸 Attendees were updated on national CTE initiatives, engaged with SkillsUSA leadership, and connected with fellow educators. Thank you to our dedicated advisors for all you do to empower students and advance career-ready education 👏 This wouldn't have been possible without the generous support of McGraw Hill and the US Army #SkillsUSA

Employees from BASF's Houston campus toured Blanson CTE High School, where students proudly demonstrated their hands-on learning and SkillsUSA projects. BASF also shared insight into exciting career paths within multiple career clusters that directly align with what students are learning in the classroom. Thank you to BASF for working with SkillsUSA in our mission to connect education with industry to build a pipeline of skilled talent and open doors to real-world opportunities. #belongatBASF #SkillsUSA #WorkforceDevelopment

We’re incredibly grateful to Airgas for their generous in-kind support at the SkillsUSA National Leadership & Skills Conference. Your contributions help elevate our competitions and ensure our students have the tools they need to succeed. A special thank you to Bill Pharmer Kim Menard and the entire Airgas team for your continued partnership and dedication to career and technical education. Your support makes a real difference in shaping the workforce of tomorrow! 👏🔧🇺🇸 #SkillsUSA #Airgas #CTE #WorkforceDevelopment #ThankYou #IndustrySupport #SkillsUSA2025 #WeldingExcellence

🎓 SkillsUSA University at #NLSC25 was a hub of hands-on learning, networking and professional growth for CTE students and educators! Attendees gained real-world technical skills from industry experts, connected with peers, and earned certificates of completion, all while participating in exciting lunch and learn sessions tailored to their career cluster 🤯 A huge thank-you to our sponsors CareerSafe and Goodheart-Willcox for making this incredible experience possible for our members! #SkillsUSA

Through the SkillsUSA Delegate Program, student members take on the responsibility of governing our organization by introducing, debating and voting on key items like national officer elections, bylaws and more. These delegates represented their state associations and shaped the future of SkillsUSA last week at #NLSC25 💫 Thank you to our supporters 3M, the US Army and the United States Air Force for making this leadership experience possible.

Congratulations, Champions 🥇🥈🥉 #NLSC25 #SkillsUSA