Career Pathways
More Than Work: Kasey Wade and Craft Professionals Build a Legacy That Lasts
When Kasey Wade left the military, he wasn’t sure what was next. It was a sudden end to a life he had dedicated...
How Apprenticeships Empower Adult Learners and Bridge the Construction Workforce Gap
With half a million new workers needed in 2025 to meet construction industry demands and 94 percent of contractors struggling to fill open...
From Woodshop to High-Rises: Katherine Ngo Builds Her Own Path in Carpentry
Katherine Ngo expected to head straight to college after high school, even though she was uneasy about it. But when she took a...
From Straight A’s to Skilled Trades: Jacob Brooks Finds Success on His Own Terms
From the beginning, Jacob Brooks was destined for success. In high school, he earned straight As and piled up academic scholarships. Everyone around...
Building Belief: How Heather Brown Found Her Voice—and Helped Others Find Theirs
When Heather Brown stepped into the construction industry, she wasn’t thinking about breaking barriers or defying expectations. She just wanted to be a...
Building a Second Chance Through Construction Education
Anthony Hernandez stood behind the podium and looked out at the crowd in front of him. He was the keynote speaker at the...
From Playing in the Dirt to Building a Life with His Hands—Kyle Banta Finds a Purpose in the Construction Industry
Like many other young boys in South Louisiana, Kyle Banta spent his days playing with a yellow toy dump truck. His was special...
Immersion Experience Drives Construction Career Interest in Maine
This article was originally published in ACTE Techniques – February 2025 Edition. Associated General Contractors (AGC) of Maine, located in Augusta, Maine,...
4 Benefits of Promoting Construction Field Leaders from Within
Having reliable field leaders to oversee projects is one of the top priorities for any construction company. Roles like superintendent, general foreman and...
An Electric Career — Sparking Interest for Women in Construction
Life in Wyoming can be tough, gritty and challenging. The terrain is rugged, and the weather at times unforgiving. It’s known as the...
Elaine James Builds Ships—And a Life She’s Proud Of
For Elaine James, shipbuilding is more than a job. Welding gave her life-changing opportunities that she wants others to have. “If I was...
How CareerStarter Is Transforming Connections in the Construction Industry
CareerStarter is a workforce tool that connects students, educators and employers in the construction industry. The tool empowers students interested in construction jobs...