Partnering with local universities in Kansas and Colorado, the company has once again trained upcoming graduates for a future in construction management, engineering design, mechanical engineering and mechatronics among others.

One way to fill the labor shortage is to encourage more girls and women to pursue a skilled trade.

Meet Charli Matthews, founder and CEO of Empowering Pumps & Equipment

The silver medal was awarded to Yingzheng Yang of China, while Patrick Keating of Australia and Patrick Grepper of Switzerland shared the bronze medal.

Travis brings 17 years of leadership experience in career and technical education to this role with a solid understanding and track record of implementing and elevating the mission and program of SkillsUSA.