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Our Perspective

There is lot of information to consider when talking about skilled careers. Here, we share our perspective and what others are talking about.

Bi-Partisan CONSTRUCT Bill Hits the Nail on the Head to Help Close Skilled Labor Gap

From the onset of AI to ‘the Great Resignation,’ the American workforce has undergone transformational change over the last decade.

America’s New Millionaire Class: Plumbers and HVAC Entrepreneurs

Private equity is pouring money into skilled-trade small businesses; ‘Next thing you know, you’re running an empire’

Skilled Trade Insight Research Study

Skilled Careers Coalition Study Reveals Closing the Knowledge Gap is Key to Inspire Young People to Pursue a Skilled Career.

SKILLS JAM YouTube Series Celebrates Gen-Zers with Mad Skills in the Trades

SKILLS JAM is an entertainment brand that showcases the stories of students across America on their journey into skilledcareers.

SCC Responds to Payscale Report: Skilled Jobs Among Top 10 for Wage Growth

Skilled careers coalition responds to Payscale report: inclusion of construction, manufacturing, and industrial jobs among top 10 for YOY wage growth reinforces demand and value of skilled workers.

SCC Response to Gen Z Tik Toker Viral Video

Despite having a college degree, Gen Z-er @LohannySantos was compelled to share a video expressing her disappointment and frustration after a day of knocking on doors for minimum wage jobs with resume in hand.

Podcasts

Youth attract Youth with Mark Hedstrom

Let’s get real: the skilled trades need a serious boost, and today we’re diving into how Mark Hedstrom is making waves with the Skilled Careers Coalition.

Mark Hedstrom on Failing, Learning, and Leading

In this episode of the Manufacturing Culture Podcast, Jim Mayer speaks with Mark Hedstrom, the executive director of the Skilled Careers Coalition.

Going All In on Providing Viable Pathways Through Apprenticeship

In this episode of Apprenticeship 2.0, Kiko chats with Mark Hedstrom, Executive Director of Skilled Careers Coalition (SCC), and Chelle Travis, Executive Director of SkillsUSA.

Unboxing The Future of Skilled Careers with Mark Hedstrom

In this episode of the Skilled Dad podcast, host Zach Reeser engages with Mark Hedstrom, the executive vice president of Skilled Careers Coalition.

How the Skilled Careers Coalition is Bridging the Manufacturing Skills Gap

“How do we connect today’s youth with the skilled careers of tomorrow?” This is the challenge the Skilled Careers Coalition is determined to solve.

The Intersection of Education, Skills Training, and Workforce Development

In this episode, Michael chats with Mark Hedstrom, Co-Executive Director of the Skilled Careers Coalition.

Research

Our Publications

There are still knowledge gaps in understanding the challenges and opportunities facing the skilled careers ecosystem. Using evidence based research, we look to expand the collective understanding of how to best address and solve for the skills gap.