Tremco CPG to Launch Rising Stars Program in Cleveland
01 Agosto 2024 - 8:00AM
Tremco Construction Products Group (CPG), a global construction
products manufacturer, is proud to announce the launch of the
nationally renowned Rising Stars Program in Cleveland, Ohio.
Established in collaboration with Cleveland Heights High School,
this flagship program is set to officially kick off on September
17.
The Rising Stars Program is designed to empower the next
generation of underrepresented youth aged 16-24 by providing
opportunities for sustainable careers in construction. Led by
industry veterans, the curriculum includes seminars and hands-on
training in carpentry, project management, solar panel
installation, roofing, construction management and
architecture.
“The Rising Stars Program allows us to reinvest in our
community, both in developing a qualified workforce and in helping
youth find opportunities that support the future of the
construction industry,” said David Hutchinson, director of the
Rising Stars Program for Tremco CPG.
This initiative is a national program offered in five cities
across the United States, including Brooklyn, N.Y., Newark, N.J.,
Boston, Mass. and Charlotte, N.C. The addition of the Cleveland
program marks a significant step in expanding this important
initiative nationwide.
A two-day, pre-launch community event was held in May to educate
local school officials, community organizers and industry partners
about the Rising Stars Program. It included tours of Tremco CPG’s
innovative Building Science Laboratory and Cleveland Heights High
School.
“The Rising Stars Program is a great opportunity to introduce
young people to the construction industry, allowing them to work
side by side with professionals out in the field,” said Randell
McShepard, vice president of public affairs and chief talent
officer for RPM International Inc.
By cultivating a pipeline of skilled workers for in-demand
trades, the Rising Stars Program aims to address the construction
labor shortage. This mutually beneficial arrangement helps to
bridge the skills gap for underrepresented youth while providing
employers with a qualified workforce.
Through the program, students have the unique opportunity to
network with and learn from industry partners such as architects,
contractors, building scientists and manufacturers. These valuable
connections can even lead to job opportunities for the
students.
“One of the great things about the Rising Stars Program is that
it gives our students a foot in the door,” said Dr. Brandon Towns,
principal of Cleveland Heights High School. “Having early, hands-on
exposure to different career opportunities breaks down barriers and
builds confidence.”
The Rising Stars Program offerings are available to high school
aged students, after-school, starting in the fall of 2024. This
will allow students to engage with the program without having to
modify their existing course schedules.
To learn more about The Rising Stars Program, visit
www.tremcocpg.com/our-values/rising-stars.
About Tremco CPG
Headquartered in Beachwood, Ohio, Tremco Construction Products
Group is the master brand representing the combined forces of
Tremco CPG Inc. companies, which includes the Tremco Roofing &
Building Maintenance, Tremco Commercial Sealants &
Waterproofing, and Tremco Barrier Solutions operating divisions;
Dryvit Systems; Nudura.; Willseal; Weatherproofing Technologies,
Inc. (WTI) and Weatherproofing Technologies Canada (WTC). Learn
more at www.tremcocpg.com.
About Rising Stars Program
Proudly supported by Tremco CPG, the Rising Stars Program aims
to cultivate a strong, well-rounded workforce in the construction
industry by supporting youth entering the workforce, as well as
minority- and women-owned businesses, through education and
training. Offered in five cities across the United States, the
program is ultimately driving success for those emerging in the
construction industry. Learn more at
www.tremcocpg.com/our-values/rising-stars.
John Buckley
Tremco CPG
jbuckley@tremcoinc.com