Matt Scott shares insights on the future of welding education, his son’s career journey, and the importance of mentorship. With 30 years at Portland Community College, Matt's dedication to the trades and promoting diversity in the industry shines through. Don't miss this inspiring conversation!

Today, we sit down with Matt Scott, a veteran welding instructor with over 30 years of experience at Portland Community College. Matt shares his passion for teaching, his commitment to quality instruction and curriculum in the welding industry, and his consulting work with the Canadian Welding Bureau.

We dive into the inspiring journey of his son, who transitioned from aspiring math teacher to successful ship superintendent, thanks to a solid foundation in welding education. We'll also explore Matt's active engagement on LinkedIn and Instagram in promoting the trades industry, and the impressive welding program at Portland Community College, which offers extensive training and career opportunities.

Our conversation covers a variety of topics, from the importance of mentorship and soft skills, to efforts to increase the presence of women in the trades. Matt highlights the significant impact of social media in showcasing skilled trades and inspiring the next generation. If you're passionate about the trades, this episode is a must-listen! Join us as we celebrate the unsung heroes of our society’s infrastructure – the skilled tradespeople who build our world and keep it running.

Follow Matt Scott:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-scott-cwi-cwe-b87b4014/

Instagram: @pccweldingrc

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Toolfetch

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-brown-b1736a5/ 

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@andrew.l.brown

Website: https://www.toolfetch.com

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00:00 Inspiring show American Choppers on Discovery Channel.

05:30 Embracing diverse paths to success in careers.

09:14 Tanner graduated, played baseball, then pursued welding.

12:23 Grandparent expresses surprise at grandson’s career change

14:37 Learning to weld is a challenging process.

17:15 Five maritime career pathways, including welding and fitting.

20:06 Maritime program offers comprehensive welding and fitting.

23:12 Frank restructured company to train young workers.

26:15 Teaching teamwork and soft skills to students.

29:47 Promoting women in trades; skills and diversity.

36:01 Individuals find their niche in various industries.

39:10 Passionate about teaching and student success.

40:57 Enthusiastic collaboration with Weld.com during pandemic