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Great Leaders Share Knowledge, Build Trust, and Empower Future Talent
Greg Crumpton - November 3, 2025The conversation around skilled trades is shifting fast. After decades of college for all messaging, trade school enrollment is climbing steadily, signaling a renewed respect for hands-on, high-skill careers that literally keep the world running.
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Building Success from the Ground Up: How GreenTeam Found Its Niche in Commercial Infrastructure
Greg Crumpton - October 14, 2025Aging infrastructure and growing urban demands are straining Americas commercial facilities. But specialized service providers like GreenTeam are stepping up to fill these gaps.
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Grit, Growth, and Gaining Ground in a Male-Dominated Field: What It Means to Be a Young Female Tech in HVAC
Greg Crumpton - September 30, 2025As America ramps up its focus on rebuilding infrastructure and domestic manufacturing, the skilled trades are finally getting their moment in the spotlight. With a national labor shortage in HVAC and related fields, companies are hungry for the next generation of techniciansand women are stepping into the space like never before.
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AI in HVAC Speeds Up Troubleshooting, Automates Training, and Connects Techs to the Right Data Instantly
Greg Crumpton - September 16, 2025Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming field service operations across skilled trades, and HVAC is no exception. AI in HVAC is reshaping how technicians access information, troubleshoot systems, and stay productive on the job.
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Passing the Torch: Why the Skilled Trades Must Build a Culture That Protects Technician Wisdom
Greg Crumpton - September 8, 2025The skilled trades are facing a demographic cliff. The reality is that far fewer people are entering the trades than leaving, creating a widening gap that threatens the stability of critical infrastructure across the U.
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Built from the Dirt Up: Dillan Dumont’s Journey from Bricklayer to Industry Disruptor
Greg Crumpton - September 4, 2025With all types of infrastructure across America aging, there has never been more of a need for smarter, less disruptive solutions than now. From trenchless pipe repair to utility innovation, the construction world is shifting and young leaders like Dillan Dumont are stepping into the spotlight.
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