Mike Hazard (UA VIP) / Andrew Cortes (Rhode Island Building Futures Program)

United Association Veterans in Piping Program Administrator and Training Specialist Mike Hazard kicked off National Apprenticeship Week as the first guest on today’s episode of the AWF Union Podcast. He spoke about what the UA VIP Program is and how it helps military members transitioning back into civilian life learn pipe trades skills.

Rhode Island Building Futures program Executive Director Andrew Cortes was the second guest on today’s episode. He spoke about the Rhode Island Building Futures Program and its rise in popularity.