Coming April 26, 2023

First annual welding competition for high school students in Southeast Minnesota
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Brief Competition Overview
Student registration will open at 7:00 am on Wednesday, February 15, 2023. A school representative must register on behalf of the student(s) they wish to accompany to the event.
Impacting Welding & Manufacturing in SE Minnesota
Our goal is not only to bring awareness to the welding and manufacturing industry, we also want to celebrate it. Manufacturing jobs account for nearly 15% of all jobs in Southeast Minnesota. An event like this sheds light on career opportunities for the next generation of our workforce while encouraging industry collaboration and advancement.
Regional Impact Goals
Our Advisory Board
group of partners, we wouldn’t be where we are today. A special thanks goes outto all mentioned below!

Southeast Service Cooperative
Nick Wobig, Career Navigator

Crenlo Engineered Cabs
Paul Amesquita, Manager, Welding Processes
Janell Linville, Human Resources Manager

Rochester Community and Technical College
Paul Titus, Welding Instructor
Matt Bissonette, CTE Dean
Jeannie Meidlinger, Perkins Coordinator

McNeilus Steel, Inc.
Travis Bretzman, Community Engagement

Pine Island High School
Tyler Baker, Industrial Tech Teacher

Byron High School
Danielle Gavin, Guidance Counselor
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