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Building America’s Future Workforce Partnerships, Purpose, and the Power of Skills

Published: January 15, 2026
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In an era defined by rapid technological change and widening workforce gaps, few organizations are as deeply embedded in shaping America’s skilled trades pipeline as SkillsUSA. With more than 444,000 student and teacher members across all 50 states, two territories, and Washington D.C. SkillsUSA is bridging the divide between education and industry — preparing students to be not only job-ready, but career-ready day one.

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