ABC Institute

About 23% of Americans not currently working in the trades say they plan to move into blue-collar work – the percentage rises to 50% for Gen Z, according to?the study?conducted by the Harris Poll on behalf of Intuit Credit Karma. New York Post article - https://lnkd.in/g9ep4kVH

Gen Z is “quiet quitting” higher education. Confidence in college is falling. The value of on-the-job training and apprenticeship programs is rising. Trade school registration rose 16% this Fall, an increase of 112,000 students. https://lnkd.in/eiBT3pDy

We're excited to announce ABC Florida East Coast Chapter's new social media series on free enterprise and the merit shop! Tune in as we discuss free enterprise, why it's important and how it benefits us all. ??

We were honored to welcome Palm Beach County Commissioner for District 6 Sara Baxter to our headquarters yesterday. During her visit, Commissioner Baxter met with ABC Florida East Coast Chapter's President & CEO Peter M. Dyga, CAE, IOM, COO Sonny Maken, and other chapter officials. She then toured our ABC Institute Apprenticeship College facilities alongside Alberto A. Altamiranda, Director of Education; Daniel Sarria, Director of External Affairs; TJ Long, Director of Government, Sam Wilcox, Legislative Committee Member at ABC? and Political Affairs; and Annette Dumas, Assistant Coordinator at ABCI. ? Commissioner Baxter's visit provided a valuable opportunity to showcase our operations and discuss our initiatives. We look forward to continued collaboration and support from Commissioner Baxter as we work together to drive positive change and growth in Palm Beach County.

The new Critical Paths Newsletter is out. Among other stories, we are highlighting the 2024 ABCI Graduation, the new Board of Trustees, and the Tool Tax Holiday for the first week of September. Check it out! https://lnkd.in/eA2cC59D

We can’t say enough about our Class of 2024, 120 graduate students at the ABC Institute. Lives were changed, doors of opportunity opened, families got a fair shot at the American Dream, fruitful careers got started, and bright futures took their first step in the right direction. Just take the time to reflect on these snapshots of graduation day. We all made this possible. Students, professors, sponsors, ABC Florida East Coast Chapter, board members, supporting families, etc. We all contributed to making this possible. So, let’s rejoice and reflect for a moment before returning to forging a better future. #construction #aducation #MeritShop #achivement

Congratulations to our ABC Institute Class of 2024, 120 Graduating #Apprentices! As our graduates forge a successful future in South Florida’s construction industry, we look forward to seeing them achieve their goals as they take the reins of our industry. We were honored to host them and their families at the academic ceremony held at the Charles F. Dodge City Center- ASM Global. Senator Rene Garcia and Torey Alston, School Board of Broward County for District #2, attended this momentous event. We were sponsored by Milwaukee Tool, MasTec, Diligent Services, Inc., William R. Nash, LLC., D&B Tile Distributors, Polaris Fire Protection. UES, Advanced Roofing and Rack Electric. Peter M. Dyga, CAE, IOM, Alberto A. Altamiranda, Israel Silva #construction #abcmeritshopproud #teamworkmakesthedreamwork #constructionindustry #apprenticeships ABC Florida East Coast Chapter

Congratulations to ABC Institute graduating #apprentices & families who have supported their life-changing journey. We're excited to see these #construction #professionals build successful careers in the South Florida construction industry.

Step up to the lanes for ABC Institute's 3rd Annual Charity Bowling Night! ?? Join us for a night of friendly competition while raising money for ABC Institute! Explore ticket options and register today at https://bit.ly/4cC1U2K. Interested in becoming an event sponsor? Contact Aimee Pellbring at [email protected] or visit the event page to learn about sponsorship benefits and opportunities and make an even greater impact!

?? Celebrating New Beginnings at the ABC Institute! ?? Jesus Pernas and Lou Bautko were thrilled to attend the apprentice graduation ceremony at ABC Institute! D&B Tile Distributors is proud to be a sponsor of this incredible event, supporting the next generation of skilled professionals. A special shoutout to our president, Mr. Rudy Llerena, who dedicated his time on the board of the ABC Institute, helping to shape the future of our industry. Congratulations to all the graduates! Your hard work and dedication have paid off, and we can't wait to see the amazing things you'll achieve. ???? #Graduation #FutureBuilders #TileIndustry #southflorida #FutureOfConstruction #GraduationCeremony #ABCApprentices #CommunitySupport #education #commercial #residential #homeowners