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Our commitment to workforce development begins with getting High School students engaged in the construction industry. is working with ACE Mentor Program of Greater Tampa Bay to provide an avenue for students to learn from industry leaders and be introduced to a wide range of career opportunities in architecture, construction, engineering, and more.

Any interested student is invited to participate in the program that begins on Tuesday, October 5th. For more information, please visit the ACE website: https://bit.ly/3inre2u.

More than 70 graduating seniors at Chamberlain High School in Tampa met with leaders in the construction industry in person.

It was the first in-person job fair for students since the pandemic began in March 2020.

"The goal is to get these students hired, get them working for a company, then actually put them in apprenticeship training programs," Steve C**a, the President and CEO of Associated Builders and Contractors of Florida's Gulf Coast said. "Then they can grow from an apprentice to a journeyman in their trade in a very short period of time."

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Build Tampa Bay is proud to sponsor outstanding CTE Programs.

Pasco County high school sends students straight into the workforce with electrical program

Pasco County high school sends students straight into the workforce with electrical program In a time where so many are facing unemployment, a program at one Pasco County high school is sending teens straight into the workforce.

Build Tampa Bay Foundation donates $30K to help students interested in construction jobs.

Build Tampa Bay Press Conference Build Tampa Bay Foundation & Brink Foundation partner to contribute $30,000 to Hillsborough County Public Schools to support students interested in high-dema...

ABC's Build Tampa Bay Foundation & Brink Foundation Partner to Contribute $30,000 to Hillsborough County Public Schools to Support Students Interested in High-Demand Construction Jobs

Tampa, Fla. – (April 28, 2020) – Build Tampa Bay has partnered with the Brink Foundation to announced a $30,000 donation to two Hillsborough County Public high schools to support students interested in productive, professional career paths in home building and related skilled professions. Leto High School’s Electrical Program will receive $15,000, while Middleton High’s Construction Program will receive $15,000 to purchase equipment and other tools that will facilitate in the learning process.

The Build Tampa Bay Foundation was created to encourage high school students to explore career opportunities in construction-related fields, which will continue to see record demand in years to come. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the skilled worker shortage is expected to grow to 1.6 million workers in the construction industry by 2022.

Build Tampa Bay’s annual trade show and job fair, which successfully connects students with local employers looking for new talent, was set to take place tomorrow, Wednesday, April 29, but was cancelled due to coronavirus concerns.

Build Tampa Bay hosted a Press Conference Zoom Call to encourage our seniors looking for immediate employment in this high-demand industry to reach out to Build Tampa Bay for support and job prospects. Even as the economy faces uncertainty during a pandemic, the construction market was one of the only areas in the American economy to add jobs. School leaders believe connecting our talented learners with local construction businesses will not only help graduates find immediate jobs, but also help our local economy.

“I want to commend the Build Tampa Bay Foundation for providing our learners with the valuable tools they need to be career ready. Our students will gain world-class knowledge that will translate into high-demand careers, even during this unprecedented time in our community,” said Hillsborough Schools Superintendent Addison Davis.

Board Member Steve C**a, who is also Executive Officer with Build Tampa Bay, believes it is important to provide support to our next generation of leaders in order to be prepared with a high-demand job after graduation.
“Hillsborough Schools is cultivating a talented work force who will literally build the future of Tampa Bay. This monetary donation, and support through Build Tampa Bay, will go a long way to preparing our students for life, as well as fulfilling, high-paying careers,” said C**a.

Build Tampa Bay is coming up quickly on April 29th. This day will be the start of many great careers! Sponsorship opportunities are available.

Thank you to those who have joined as partners so far! Industry Partners for the event APG, Peninsular Mechanical, Piper Fire Protection, and our Lunch Sponsor NCCER.

The fifth annual Build Tampa Bay Trade Show and Signing Day will take place on April 29th!

Companies participating in the Build Tampa Bay program offer a full four-year scholarship to young people who will be working full time and attending classes two nights a week. They enter as laborers and graduate as journeymen or experts in their field - with NO student debt.

This day will be the start of many successful careers!

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“I am always amazed by the level of dedication NCC competitors show to their craft, safety and professional development," says 2019 ABC National Chair Tony Rader. "This talented group of craft professionals are leaders in our workforce.”

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