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December 08, 2025

Seeking Musical Talent to Perform National Anthem at NLSC

Do you have a musical gift to share with the SkillsUSA community? If so, apply to perform the national anthem at the Opening Session of SkillsUSA’s National Leadership & Skills Conference this June.

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December 05, 2025

Take Up the Challenge! National Conference Pin and T-shirt Design

SkillsUSA is offering the 2026 National Leadership & Skills Conference (NLSC) Pin and T-shirt Design Challenge to all dues-paying student members.

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December 05, 2025

New SkillsUSA Store

The transition to our brand-new SkillsUSA Store is officially underway! We've closed the doors on our old operations and are diligently working to bring you an all-new experience in January featuring improved quality, a wider selection, and a more seamless shopping experience.

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Chelle Travis Executive Director

November 27, 2025

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

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.

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Chelle Travis Executive Director Press Releases

November 26, 2025

Career Pathways: Training the Next Generation of Skilled Workers

Chelle Travis, Executive Director of SkillsUSA, joins host Tetiana Anderson to discuss efforts to equip students with the technical and leadership skills needed for success in trade careers.

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November 18, 2025

SkillsUSA names Tennessee Mechatronics Champions to 2026 WorldSkills USA Team

SkillsUSA has selected Evan Chow and James Sutherland, both of Knoxville, Tenn., as the official competitors in the two-person mechatronics competition for the 2026 WorldSkills Competition.

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Press Releases

November 12, 2025

SkillsUSA’s Partnership with Ford Expands Programs in Advanced Manufacturing, Auto

SkillsUSA, the #1 workforce development organization for students, is proud to partner with Ford Philanthropy, the philanthropic arm of Ford Motor Company, to expand advanced manufacturing and automotive programs and support students as they prepare for these careers.

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November 03, 2025

SkillsUSA Sold Services Program: Now Accepting Applications

The SkillsUSA Sold Services Program is designed to provide essential support to State Associations in key operational and program areas.

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Chelle Travis Executive Director

October 30, 2025

Addressing the Labor Shortage through Advocacy and Key Collaborations

In June 2025, Chelle Travis was a guest on the NAHB Housing Developments podcast to discuss addressing the skilled Labor shortage.

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