Propane Instructor Testimonials

Michelle Wilson surprised us with the gift of a hidden gem—the local propane market. She expertly weaved her story of where this industry is today and her expectations of where it will be tomorrow. The foundation of her offering was not getting a job; a student can get a job at Walmart. Michelle talked about starting a career but not just any career. A career that is filled with benefits, opportunities, growth, and development. A career for an HVAC student that is eager to not only serve the community but also to make the world a better place to live.

Mark Spence
HVAC Instructor • Fortis College
Westerville, Ohio

We really appreciate the information that GeneratioNext Propane Pros provides to the students at Calhoun Community College! It is wonderful to provide details on how students can utilize their CDL in other areas that they may never consider.

Jillian Christensen
Workforce Solutions Assistant • Calhoun Community College
Alabama

I greatly appreciated Generation Next Propane Pros’ and Parker Propane & Oil’s presentation to my high school students. Both companies really did a wonderful job of showing how important the propane industry is to our surrounding communities. The students really seemed engaged and all of their questions were answered thoroughly. I really appreciated how you all reinforced some of the same lessons that I as an educator in the construction industry have been teaching for years. Thank you both for introducing my students to these opportunities.

Jawaun Porter
Utility/Heavy Construction • The College and Career Academy at Pruden
Virginia

Canandaigua Driving School is thrilled to partner with GeneratioNext Propane Pros to educate our CDL students on a career opportunity in the propane industry. The majority of our CDL A and B students have not considered the propane industry but after learning how they offer both over the road positions as well as local driving positions where students can be home at night, it’s become a great option for placement. GeneratioNext Propane Pros even aids students through the process of connecting with potential employers and getting hired. The propane industry offers CDL students competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits packages, an opportunity for advancement as well as training. Canandaigua Driving School is looking forward to having GeneratioNext Propane Pros speak with more of our CDL students about yet another career opportunity available to them that they might not have considered otherwise.

Romeo Levesque
Office Manager • Canandaigua Driving School
Farmington, New York

The presentation on the propane industry was very helpful. It showed my students that there is more than avenue to take in their career paths. Plus, all of our questions were answered in detail. This is a whole new industry for our students to utilize their skill set and build their career. Thank you for giving my students this information.

Kevin Back
HVAC Instructor • Franklin Technology Center
Joplin, MO

GeneratioNext Propane Pros provided yet another informative presentation to the students here at Greater Johnstown Career and Technology Center. With their presentation, students are better prepared to take the leap into the propane field and have confidence in job searching. Thank you again!

Bret Litzinger
HVAC Instructor • Greater Johnstown Career And Technology Center
Johnstown, PA

My two welding classes were introduced to the propane industry through a presentation by Michelle Wilson and a local propane representative, these presentations proved to be eye opening to say the least. The students and I included had never thought about all the opportunities offered in the propane industry. The presentation that Michelle gave has given all of my students another avenue in which they can utilize the skill set they have acquired here. Can’t thank Michelle and the propane industry enough for the time and information shared. Many thanks.

Albert Hirata
Welding Instructor • East Valley Institute Of Technology
Mesa, Arizona

GeneratioNext Propane Pros presented opportunities in the propane industry with my students. The meeting was very educational and explained the numerous opportunities that are available after the students graduate. The students also commented on how they learned the career opportunities nationwide. The presentation was very beneficial and informative.

Mark Murphy
HVAC Instructor • St. Lawrence-Lewis BOCES
Canton, NY

GeneratioNext Propane Pros presented to our Welding and Plumbing students. I was happy to see how many opportunities are available for them. Students were able to learn about the propane industry and how their skills can easily transfer to various areas of the industry. They were able to see this is a lifelong career opportunity with many benefits. Students were engaged throughout the presentation and afterwards said they were interested in visiting a few companies in the area. This exposure to the propane industry gave them valuable information they can use after graduation and well into the future.

Amy Belfiore
Work-Based Learning Coordinator • Nassau BOCES
Westbury, NY

I want to thank GeneratioNext Propane Pros for taking the opportunity and time to help inform and mentor the students in our program the propane industry and providing yet another avenue for them to see what employment opportunities lay ahead within the propane industry. Your informative presentation will help guide the next workforce generation along a path very much needed by the HVAC trade industry. The programs support solidifies the valuable connection between industry and education.

Danny J. Ramirez
HVAC & Green Tech Teacher • Questar III
Troy, NY

Thank you for the presentation. I have been in the HVAC field for over two decades and did not realize the potential job possibilities. It is great to learn about the job options in the propane industry and our students now have some great networking opportunities through the GeneratioNext Propane Pros web portal.

Chad S. Vlietstra
Assistant HVAC Professor/Coordinator • Prairie State College
Chicago Heights, Illinois

My Bellingham Technical College students and I enjoyed the opportunity to listen to Michelle Wilson and her special guest speaker, Mr. Vanderyacht, speak of the opportunities that the propane industry and the GeneratioNext group have to offer them when they graduate in June. Many were interested in the opportunity to earn a CDL to accompany the other certifications they have earned. We enjoyed the informative lesson on the propane industry and learning of all the job placement opportunities the propane industry can offer that would allow my students to use the degree they have earned in the HVAC trade. I look forward to future meetings and presentations with Michelle and the GeneratioNext Propane Pro’s group.

Robert Edwards
HVAC/R Instructor • Bellingham Technical College
Bellingham, Washington

Richland Community College is proud to partner with GeneratioNext Propane Pros to provide our students with new career opportunities they may not have thought of previously. Students were able to engage possibilities within the propane industry through their presentation. And, within an engaging discussion, were able to learn how this set of skills is in high demand in the propane industry. Following the presentation, students have been reaching out to employers to discuss apprenticeship, internships, and full-time positions.

Tyler Elzy
HVAC Instructor • Richland Community College
Decatur, Illinois

GeneratioNext Propane Pros made a real impact on our students. Michelle’s virtual presentation, for our HVAC and CDL students, gave them a glimpse into the propane industry, showcasing how their classroom knowledge directly translates to various propane jobs. Discovering the breadth of opportunities in the propane field was eye-opening. It’s incredible how many diverse pathways await them after graduation—this experience infused excitement and tangibility into their post-graduation career prospects.

Ashley Hall
Career & Completion Coach • Richland Community College
Decatur, IL

GeneratioNext Propane Pros spoke with our CDL students recently and the students were highly receptive. Learning about opportunities in the propane industry in a smaller community is a great benefit. I look forward to continuing working with GeneratioNext Propane Pros in future classes.

Will Halstead
CDL Instructor • Centralia College
Washington

The GeneratioNext Propane Pros Presentation was very insightful and informative. For any who do not know much about the Propane Industry or even what jobs might be available, this presentation was helpful. The weblink for multiple employers is a valuable resource for job leads and job marketing. As a Career Service Advisor, the weblink is a great resource into what jobs are available to better assist HVAC students and graduates.

David Duncan
Career Service Advisor • Carrington College
Arizona