Joel Libava
As the world’s largest supplier of small-quantity metals, Metal Supermarkets is committed to supporting the growth and development of the trades industry.
So, in recognition of the critical skills gap facing North America, the company has announced the recipients of its fourth-annual Trade School Scholarship.
This year, four talented students from post-secondary schools across the United States and Canada have been awarded $2,500 each to pursue their careers in the trades.
About Metal Supermarkets Trade School Scholarship
The need for skilled trades workers is pressing, with over 320,000 welding professionals projected to be needed by 2029.
To address this shortage, Metal Supermarkets established the Trade School Scholarship in 2022, and has since awarded $40,000 to students pursuing valuable careers in the trades.
This year’s recipients, Bryce Bain, Kristina Glasow, Jackson Owens, and Jadea Smith, demonstrate a passion for their chosen fields and a commitment to excellence.
Let’s learn more about them.
Bryce Bain, from Norman, Oklahoma, will use the scholarship to continue his welding studies at Tulsa Welding School. His goal?Becoming a certified welding inspector.
Kristina Glasow, from Simpsonville, South Carolina, is pursuing a career in the automotive field, with a focus on custom vehicle modifications and classic car restorations.
Jackson Owens, from Spicer, Minnesota, is studying industrial welding at Ridgewater College and operates a mobile welding business.
And Jadea Smith, from Eganville, Ontario, Canada, is a registered welding apprentice with the Ontario Youth Apprenticeship program.
The Scholarship Selection Process
The selection process for the Trade School Scholarship was rigorous, with a judging panel consisting of Metal Supermarkets’ corporate staff and franchisees from across North America.
With that in mind, the company’s commitment to supporting the next generation of trades professionals is evident in its investment in these talented students.
As Metal Supermarkets celebrates 40 years of operation, it continues to demonstrate its dedication to the trades industry.
With over 130 brick-and-mortar franchise stores across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom, the company is well-positioned to support the growth and development of the sector.
And by providing financial support to students pursuing careers in the trades, Metal Supermarkets is helping to address the critical skills gap and ensure a bright future for the industry.
To learn more about the Metal Supermarkets Trade School Scholarship and to discover past recipients, visit the company’s website at https://www.metalsupermarkets.com/trade-school-scholarship/.
Their franchise website: https://www.metalsupermarkets.com/franchise/
About the Author
The Franchise King®, Joel Libava, is a leading franchise expert, author of "Become a Franchise Owner!" and "The Definitive Guide to Franchise Research." Featured in outlets like The New York Times, CNBC, and Franchise Direct, Joel’s no-nonsense approach as a trusted Franchise Ownership Advisor helps aspiring franchisees make smart, informed decisions in their journey to franchise ownership. He owns and operates this franchise blog.
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