World of Concrete

Eric and Tim are down in Vegas this week for the World of Concrete Show. Watch what they have to say about this tool-centric show.

Workforce Development

Also, recent news reports indicate that Generation Z Americans with a traditional four-year university degree are struggling to find jobs. A 2025 Gallup poll found that only 42% of respondents had a “great deal” or “quite a lot” of confidence in higher education, compared to 57% of people in 2015. Related to this, albeit indirectly or directly, there are many stories across the country where workforce development successes are taking place. Take Miller-Motte College (MMC) in Raleigh, for example, which is adding to its skilled trades offerings with the launch of new programs including Plumbing. 

Podcasts

AFC: John & Tim engage with Greg Guse, the Director of Engineering for the Malco Group, discussing his background in tool development, innovations in the industry, and the importance of customer-centric solutions. They explore the challenges of supply chain volatility, the role of technology in design, and Malco’s initiatives in training and workforce development. Listen here, https://www.buzzsprout.com/1203956/episodes/18548668

MTGA: Over on the Make Trades Great Again podcast, Eric and Andy discuss the nuances of sourcing plumbing supplies, weighing the pros and cons of local suppliers versus online shopping. They delve into the importance of support and warranties when purchasing products, sharing personal experiences with manufacturers and the challenges of product issues. Listen here, https://www.buzzsprout.com/1198388/episodes/18489912

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