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Welcome back to another episode of Verify In Field: The Millwork Podcast! In today's episode, we have a special guest, Kelly Victor-Burke, joining us. Kelly is the founder of Burke Architectural Millwork and is here to share their journey of creating a registered apprenticeship program in the wood industry. 

Kelly will delve into the misconceptions and benefits surrounding apprenticeships, the collaboration with Schoolcraft Community College, the role of government involvement, and the amazing success story of their apprentice, Logan. We'll also explore the competencies and flexibility of the Woodwork Manufacturing Specialist apprenticeship, the funding opportunities available, and the inspiring ways in which apprenticeships are transforming careers in the millwork industry. So, let's get started and learn all about the power and potential of registered apprenticeships in the fascinating world of millwork.

Guest bio:
Kelly Victor-Burke is a highly experienced and passionate individual who dedicated 30 years of her life to higher education in the Detroit area. Despite her specialization in geography, tourism, and historic preservation, she became deeply interested in curriculum development and ensuring that students in various fields gained the necessary competence for their careers. This led to engaging discussions with her husband, who was an architectural woodworker.

Full episode blog post here:
https://duckworksmw.com/podcast/registered-apprenticeships-kelly-victor-burke

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