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    Phoenix, AZ 85032

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    About TechForce Foundation

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    12621 N. Tatum Blvd #304
    Phoenix, AZ 85032
    https://techforce.org
    (866) 519-6923

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    TechForce Foundation

    Our Mission: To champion students to and through their education and into careers as professional technicians.

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    Industry News

    TechForce Foundation announces winner of 2021 Techs Rock Award

    Dec. 7, 2021
    Donald Ranquist of CarMax selected for top honors in 3rd annual Awards honoring technicians.
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    Industry News

    Need for technicians estimated to outpace supply by 5 to 1

    Oct. 29, 2021
    TechForce Foundation report shows technicians supply took a big hit in 2020 from COVID while demand continued to increase.
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    TechForce Foundation shares technician stories, career guide to correct misperceptions of tech careers

    Aug. 27, 2021
    TechForce Foundation, a national 501(c)(3) nonprofit, has launched its national “Because I’m a Tech...'' campaign featuring a diverse group of technicians sharing their stories...
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    Nominate a student for the FutureTechs Rock Awards

    April 14, 2021
    Over $14,500 in prizes are up for grabs in TechForce’s 2021 FutureTechs Rock Awards!
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    TechForce Foundation now accepting nominations for its 3rd annual FutureTechs Rock awards

    April 12, 2021
    TechForce Foundation’s annual FutureTechs Rock Awards season has begun.
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    TechForce Foundation announces platform to advance the careers of future technicians

    March 26, 2021
    The foundation introduced a free platform dedicated to launching and advancing the careers of next generation technicians — JoinTechForce.org.

    Articles & News

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    2024 Techs Rock Awards winners announced
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    2024 Techs Rock Awards winners announced

    March 8, 2024
    One high school student and one technician received the grand prize in the 6th annual Techs Rock Awards.
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    Meet a young technician: Caden Baaske

    March 1, 2024
    Meet Caden Baaske, a 20-year old who is a long-time automotive hobbyist who is capitalizing on his passion to start a career as a professional automotive technician. Caden began...
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    Moving on up

    Dec. 6, 2023
    Long before she became the controller at White’s Canyon Motors, a Ford dealership, Sidney Olson started out as an apprentice at White’s Queen City Motors, a Chevy dealership, ...
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    NAPA, TechForce Foundation celebrate National Apprenticeship Week

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    Nov. 13, 2023
    By joining together, NAPA and Techforce Foundation are launching 'The NAPA Success for Techs Scholarships', which will be awarded this fall.
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    From accountant to Porsche Certified Technician

    Kayla Nadler
    July 6, 2023
    Making a career change at age 30 didn’t stop this young tech from obtaining his dream job.
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    TechForce Foundation's 2023 Techs Rock Award winner announced
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    TechForce Foundation's 2023 Techs Rock Award winner announced

    June 26, 2023
    18-year-old shop owner Riley Schlick-Trask wins TechForce’s 2023 Techs Rock Awards.
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    TechForce opens public vote for Grand Prize in 2023 Techs Rock Awards
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    TechForce opens public vote for Grand Prize in 2023 Techs Rock Awards

    June 16, 2023
    The TechForce Foundation has announced the Category Winners in the 2023 Techs Rock Awards and opens the Grand Price public vote.
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    Nominations open May 15 for TechForce’s 2023 Techs Rock Awards

    May 11, 2023
    Five professional transportation/mobility technicians will be recognized nationally for their outstanding contributions as role models in their shops and communities.
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    Learning the auto industry from the ground up

    Kayla Nadler
    May 2, 2023
    Auto technician Chiquita Downs is all in on achieving her big goals in the industry.

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    Video: WomenTechsRock: From pets to cars - How Nelly found a career that fits

    Dec. 7, 2022
    This tech started off at veterinary school before she found a career in the auto industry as a certified Nissan Master Technician.
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    Panel: What young techs are looking for out of a shop

    June 24, 2021
    You aren't alone in your struggle to find and keep young techs in your shop. Three industry stakeholders weigh in on what we are doing wrong — and how to fix it — in the fight...
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    Transportation technician supply and demand

    May 13, 2019
    When TechForce Foundation released its Technician Demand report and Technician Supply report, the gravity of the transportation technician shortage was clearly evident.

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    Persistence in the face of doubt

    Emily Markham
    April 10, 2023
    This tech proved her doubters wrong and hopes she can inspire other young individuals to take on the challenge of becoming a master technician like her.
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    100 percent of women technicians have faced gender bias: TechForce report

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    June 29, 2022
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    From blue collar to new collar, how transportation careers have changed

    March 16, 2022
    The cars, trucks, and motorcycles of today are far different than those of a generation ago, which requires significant technical skills from the workers who service them.
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    Feb. 21, 2022
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    Jan. 28, 2022
    Networking within the company opened doors to a more challenging and fulfilling career.
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    Blog: Automotive technician vs. mechanic: What's the difference?

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    Women Techs Rock: Josie Whitlock proves the value of good mentorship

    Nov. 16, 2021
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    3 tips for success as a female tech in the auto industry

    Oct. 19, 2021
    You don’t have to navigate this new working world all on your own. Check out these tips from women techs on how to succeed in the tech industry.
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    Top 3 challenges women face in the auto tech industry

    Oct. 15, 2021
    While there are great rewards for women in an auto tech career—working with your hands, building something from scratch, the opportunity to be an entrepreneur—there are also challenges...
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    Women Techs Rock: Shop owner Bethaney Bowman offers advice for women starting their automotive careers

    Oct. 13, 2021
    New technology advances to EV/hybrid and autonomy are changing the stigma for female techs