THE NEW AMERICANMANUFACTURING RENAISSAINCE-Global Career Tech Education Podcast Ep.54 In Global CTE Podcast Episode 54, host Sylvester Chisom sits down with special guest Andrew "The MFG" Crowe to discuss the future of advanced manufacturing and its role in shaping the next generation of innovators. Drew shares his inspiring journey from a two-time felon to a leader in the manufacturing sector, emphasizing the importance of resilience, mentorship, and creating pathways for underrepresented communities. Together, they explore how early exposure to engineering, hands-on learning, and strategic mentorship can empower students to design the world they want to live in. Topics Covered:

-Making Manufacturing Cool Again

-The New American Manufacturing Renaissance Tour

-The Power of Resilience: Overcoming Life’s Curveballs

-Bridging the Skills Gap: Preparing Students for Advanced Manufacturing

-Empowering the Future: Early Exposure to Engineering & Manufacturing

-Building Submarines for National Defense: A Strategic Priority

For listening to this episode Drew has 2 free Ebooks for you. Click here to learn more: https://www.drewcrowemfg.com/store Drew Crowe Bio:

Andrew 'The MFG' Crowe, a transformative figure in the manufacturing sector. From his beginnings as a teenage father and overcoming his past as a two-time felon, Drew has ascended to the forefront of advanced manufacturing education. He is the former lead professor at Ranken Technical College in St. Louis, where he spearheaded the development of a cutting-edge digital curriculum in Advanced Manufacturing Technology. Andrew's influence extends through his role as co-host of 'Project MFG,' a program dedicated to elevating skilled trades across the U.S. through top-tier competitions. Recognized twice as Aerospace & Aviation Man of the Year and featured in Forbes, Drew's work addresses critical workforce and skills gaps, making him a key voice in shaping the future of manufacturing." Welcome the Voice of the New American Manufacturing Renaissance, Andrew 'The MFG' Crowe.