‘Building Back America’s Trades:’ New docuseries praises two veterans and their skills
A new documentary series, "Building Back America's Trades," is highlighting the importance of skilled labor and hands-on futures. The series features two military veterans, Gordon Unrein and William Franks, who are pursuing careers in the trades. Gordon Unrein, a Marine Corps veteran, is a trades instructor at Columbus Technical College, while William Franks, a retired Air Force veteran, is a graduate of the program.
Their stories showcase the mentorship and career opportunities available in the trades. Further details about the series, which is presented by the Lowe's Foundation, are available from the source. The documentary series aims to promote careers in the skilled trades, an area currently facing a crisis in the United States.
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