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Empowering Future Builders: The KCA Student Chapter with Chris and Jon Building PA Podcast
In this episode of the Building PA Podcast, co-hosts Chris Martin and Jon O’Brien delve into the impactful KCA Scholarship Program, now in its fourth year. Jon, representing the Keystone Contractors Association (KCA), shares insights about the scholarship’s unique structure, which offers recurring financial support for up to four years to Pennsylvania residents pursuing careers in construction-related fields at Pennsylvania colleges.
Listeners will learn about the program’s growth, with applicants from 15 different colleges this year, including new institutions like Thaddeus Stevens College and Shippensburg University. Jon emphasizes the importance of maintaining relationships with scholarship recipients, encouraging them to stay connected through social media and industry events.
The conversation also highlights the KCA’s initiative to launch a student chapter at the Pennsylvania College of Technology, aimed at fostering connections between students and industry professionals. This chapter will facilitate monthly events featuring guest speakers from various construction sectors, providing students with valuable insights and networking opportunities.
As the episode wraps up, Chris and Jon encourage listeners to engage with the KCA and explore the benefits of the scholarship program, reinforcing the message that even if students do not win the scholarship, they can still gain valuable connections and opportunities within the industry. Tune in for an informative discussion that underscores the importance of education, mentorship, and community in the construction industry.
In this episode of the Building PA Podcast, co-hosts Jon O’Brien and Chris Martin dive into the exciting world of business development within the construction industry. Chris, who is with […]
