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BayoTech Celebrates Milestone Achievement: Completion of First Hydrogen Hub in Missouri

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Thursday, November 2, 2023

WENTZVILLE, Mo., Nov. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- BayoTech Inc., an innovator in hydrogen production, transportation, and storage solutions, announced today the availability of sustainable hydrogen fuel from its recently completed hub in Wentzville, Missouri.

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  • WENTZVILLE, Mo., Nov. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- BayoTech Inc., an innovator in hydrogen production, transportation, and storage solutions, announced today the availability of sustainable hydrogen fuel from its recently completed hub in Wentzville, Missouri.
  • The BayoGaaS™ Hydrogen Hub generates 350 tons of hydrogen annually to serve a wide range of customers operating zero-emission fuel cell equipment and hydrogen-intensive industrial processes.
  • As the inaugural BayoGaaS™ Hydrogen Hub, this facility helps meet demand for hydrogen in the region while placing Wentzville at the forefront of the hydrogen economy.
  • This project represents a significant milestone for our community and is a testament to the dedication and innovation of the entire BayoTech team.

Industry-Leading Collision Engineering Program Expands to Metropolitan Community College

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Wednesday, July 19, 2023

ST. LOUIS, July 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Enterprise Holdings, through the Enterprise Holdings Foundation, today announced Metropolitan Community College (MCC) in Omaha, Nebraska, will offer the industry-leading Collision Engineering Program (CEP) curriculum as part of its existing Auto Collision Technology program.

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  • ST. LOUIS, July 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Enterprise Holdings, through the Enterprise Holdings Foundation , today announced Metropolitan Community College (MCC) in Omaha, Nebraska, will offer the industry-leading Collision Engineering Program (CEP) curriculum as part of its existing Auto Collision Technology program.
  • "We are excited to grow our Auto Collision Technology program to support the needs of local industry and educate and train the next generation of skilled workers for this high-demand field."
  • In addition to MCC, the Program is available at Ranken Technical College in St. Louis, Missouri; College of Lake County in Grayslake, Illinois; Contra Costa College in San Pablo, California; Collin College in Allen, Texas; Texas State Technical College in Waco, Texas; and Parkland College in Champaign, Illinois.
  • MCC's Auto Collision Technology program is currently accepting applications for the first cohort of CEP students, with classes beginning later this year.

National MSO Crash Champions Sponsoring Collision Engineering Program Talent at College of Lake County

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Wednesday, May 31, 2023

"It Takes an Industry to Raise a Technician"

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  • College of Lake County CEP students with Crash Champions owners and mentors.
  • "The growing demand for highly trained collision repair technicians is well documented," said Crash Champions Founder and CEO Matt Ebert.
  • "Schools don't just need employers, we need partners," said Octavio Cavazos, automotive collision repair instructor at College of Lake County.
  • In addition to the College of Lake County, the Collision Engineering Program is active at Ranken Technical College in St. Louis, Missouri; Contra Costa College in San Pablo, California; Collin College in Allen, Texas; Texas State Technical College in Waco, Texas; Parkland College in Champaign, Illinois; and Metropolitan Community College in Omaha, Nebraska.

Ford Motor Company Fund and Enterprise Holdings Foundation Expand Collision Engineering Program to Parkland College

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Tuesday, May 2, 2023

ST. LOUIS, May 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Enterprise Holdings Foundation and Ford Motor Company Fund have announced that the Parkland College Automotive Collision Repair Program in Champaign, Illinois, has been selected as the seventh school to offer the industry-leading Collision Engineering Program (CEP). The program expansion is made possible through the cross-industry partnership between the two automotive leaders announced in January.

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  • ST. LOUIS, May 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Enterprise Holdings Foundation and Ford Motor Company Fund have announced that the Parkland College Automotive Collision Repair Program in Champaign, Illinois, has been selected as the seventh school to offer the industry-leading Collision Engineering Program (CEP).
  • "Parkland College is re-engaging the collision repair community through a newly designed apprenticeship technician training program.
  • Parkland College currently has a Ford ASSET Program , a two-year program supporting the demand for entry-level service technicians with certifications from Ford.
  • Enrollment for the Parkland College Automotive Collision Repair Program is now open with classes beginning in fall 2023.

Automotive Industry Leaders Enterprise and Ford Partner to Expand Collision Engineering Program

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Wednesday, January 18, 2023

ST. LOUIS, Jan. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Enterprise Holdings, through the Enterprise Holdings Foundation, today announced a strategic partnership with Ford Motor Company Fund to support the growth of the industry-leading Collision Engineering Program (CEP). The new industry partnership will expand the CEP to a new college that will become the seventh school to offer the two-year apprenticeship model, founded by Enterprise Holdings Foundation and Ranken Technical College, to attract and develop entry-level talent to fill essential roles within the collision repair industry.

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  • "This is an exciting time to support students pursuing careers in collision engineering," said Mike Schmidt, economic mobility director at Ford Motor Company Fund.
  • Throughout the Program, students learn in both classrooms and modern collision engineering facilities where industry experts provide real-world education as students work toward earning their associate degree.
  • "Widespread industry support is vital to addressing the worker shortage and skills gap, and to ensuring the success of the Collision Engineering Program," said Mary Mahoney, vice president at Enterprise Holdings.
  • TechForce is honored to partner with CEP and Ford Fund to administer the Ford Fund scholarships."

Automotive Industry Leaders Enterprise and Ford Partner to Expand Collision Engineering Program

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Wednesday, January 18, 2023

ST. LOUIS, Jan. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Enterprise Holdings, through the Enterprise Holdings Foundation, today announced a strategic partnership with Ford Motor Company Fund to support the growth of the industry-leading Collision Engineering Program (CEP). The new industry partnership will expand the CEP to a new college that will become the seventh school to offer the two-year apprenticeship model, founded by Enterprise Holdings Foundation and Ranken Technical College, to attract and develop entry-level talent to fill essential roles within the collision repair industry.

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  • "This is an exciting time to support students pursuing careers in collision engineering," said Mike Schmidt, economic mobility director at Ford Motor Company Fund.
  • Throughout the Program, students learn in both classrooms and modern collision engineering facilities where industry experts provide real-world education as students work toward earning their associate degree.
  • "Widespread industry support is vital to addressing the worker shortage and skills gap, and to ensuring the success of the Collision Engineering Program," said Mary Mahoney, vice president at Enterprise Holdings.
  • TechForce is honored to partner with CEP and Ford Fund to administer the Ford Fund scholarships."

BayoTech Partners with Ranken Technical College to Bring Low-Cost, Low-Carbon Hydrogen Production to Missouri

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Thursday, December 15, 2022

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M., Dec. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- BayoTech, Inc. ("BayoTech"), an innovator in hydrogen solutions, in partnership with Ranken Technical College, announces the expansion of their hydrogen distribution network into the St. Louis, Missouri region. The BayoTech-owned BayoGaaS™ Hydrogen Hub will be located onsite at Ranken and will produce 350 tons per year of low-cost, low-carbon hydrogen for local users. The Hydrogen Hub will create 10 local clean energy full-time jobs.

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  • ALBUQUERQUE, N.M., Dec. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- BayoTech, Inc. ("BayoTech"), an innovator in hydrogen solutions, in partnership with Ranken Technical College, announces the expansion of their hydrogen distribution network into the St. Louis, Missouri region.
  • BayoTech and Ranken will collaborate on the development of programs to educate and certify skilled workers to support the growing hydrogen sector.
  • "BayoTech is proud to partner with an institution as forward-thinking as Ranken Technical College.
  • Ranken Technical College President Donald Pohlsaid, "Ranken Technical College is excited to partner with BayoTech to bring hydrogen technology to the Midwest region.

IGS partners with HarvestUp to build vertical farm at Missouri technical college

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Tuesday, November 8, 2022

EDINBURGH, Scotland and ST. LOUIS, Nov. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Agriculturalinfrastructure supplier Intelligent Growth Solutions (IGS) has signed a new partnership agreement with HarvestUp , the smart farming business, to build a vertical farm at a Missouri technical college campus.

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  • EDINBURGH, Scotland and ST. LOUIS, Nov. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Agriculturalinfrastructure supplier Intelligent Growth Solutions (IGS) has signed a new partnership agreement with HarvestUp , the smart farming business, to build a vertical farm at a Missouri technical college campus.
  • This significant investment comprises four IGS Growth Towers and will be based at the Ranken Technical College Campus in Ashland, which is currently under construction.
  • The vertical farm will grow a variety of crops including leafy greens, herbs and microgreens.
  • HarvestUp, Smart Farming, will create new jobs and unique educationalopportunities while contributing to our community's health and wellness.We appreciate the partnerships built with IGS and Ranken Technical College to further vertical farming."

Industry-Leading Collision Engineering Program Expands U.S. Presence with New Partner

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Thursday, July 21, 2022

ST. LOUIS, July 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Enterprise Holdings, through the Enterprise Holdings Foundation, today announced a new partnership with Collin College Technical Campus in Allen, Texas, to support the growth and expansion of its industry-leading Collision Engineering Program.

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  • "Collin College's Collision Technology program is pleased to partner with the Collision Engineering Program to spread the word about the extensive training and internship opportunities available in this growing field," said Dr. Bill King, Technical Campus provost.
  • The college's Collision Technology program is now accepting students at the campus for the Fall 2022 semester.
  • To help close the gap, the Collision Engineering Program is working to attract and develop entry-level talent to fill essential roles within the collision repair industry and enhance retention and advancement among collision repair technicians.
  • "In addition to preparing students for success, the first-of-its-kind Collision Engineering Program also aims to change perception and increase awareness of opportunities in the industry."

Industry-Leading Collision Engineering Program Receives $700,000 Grant from ECMC Foundation

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Monday, December 20, 2021

ST. LOUIS, Dec. 20, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --The Collision Engineering Program has received a $700,000 grant from ECMC Foundation to support the growth and expansion of the industry-leading program's efforts.

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  • ST. LOUIS, Dec. 20, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --The Collision Engineering Program has received a $700,000 grant from ECMC Foundation to support the growth and expansion of the industry-leading program's efforts.
  • With nearly 100,000 new entrant collision technicians needed between 2021 and 2025, according to the TechForce Foundation , the Collision Engineering Program addresses the ongoing industry technician shortage and skills gap.
  • "We're excited about the innovative, five-semester associate degree Collision Engineering Program at Ranken Technical College which employs an eight-week rotation between on-campus coursework and paid work-based learning," shared Jennifer Zeisler, Career Readiness Senior Program Director, ECMC Foundation.
  • The grant from ECMC Foundation will support phase two of the Collision Engineering Program.