Danny Corwin from Harbor Freight Tools for Schools and Jay Abitz from Freedom High School discuss why shops, dealerships, manufacturers, and other businesses need to support skilled trades programs. They also dive into the struggles schools are facing, from budget cuts to a lack of administrative support.
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About Our Guests
Danny Corwin
Executive Director, Harbor Freight Tools for Schools
dcorwin@hftforschools.org
Jay Abitz
Automotive Instructor, Freedom High School
jabitz@freedomschools.k12.wi.us
Sponsor
About Our Host
Jay Goninen
Co-Founder & President, WrenchWay
jayg@wrenchway.com | 608.716.2122
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