Platinum Partners

A Platinum Sponsor is a valued industry partner that demonstrates exceptional commitment to our state organization through a contribution of $10,000 or more. Their generous support plays a critical role in expanding student opportunities, strengthening workforce development programs, and ensuring the continued success of our statewide initiatives. Platinum Sponsors are leaders in investing in the future of skilled professionals and career-ready students.

Tennant Company is a globally recognized leader in designing, manufacturing, and marketing innovative cleaning solutions that help create cleaner, safer, and healthier environments in industrial, commercial, and outdoor spaces. Founded in 1870 and headquartered in Minnesota, Tennant’s products include advanced floor-cleaning machines and sustainable technologies used around the world. We’re proud to acknowledge Tennant Company as both a National Sponsor and a State Sponsor of our organization, demonstrating their strong commitment to workforce development, student success, and the future of skilled careers.

Nuss Trucking is a respected leader in the transportation industry, known for its commitment to quality service, safety, and workforce development. We are incredibly grateful to Nuss Trucking for serving as the host site for our Diesel competition, going above and beyond by shutting down their entire shop to fully support the event. This level of dedication provides students with an authentic, hands-on competition experience and clearly demonstrates Nuss Trucking’s strong investment in students and the future of the diesel and transportation workforce.

RDO Equipment Co. is a trusted industry partner with strong Minnesota roots and a long history of supporting agriculture, construction, and skilled trades across the Upper Midwest. Founded in the late 1960s, RDO has grown into a leading equipment dealer while maintaining a strong focus on people, education, and community involvement. RDO supports SkillsUSA Minnesota at the local level by hosting contests and generously providing supplies and prizes, helping create meaningful, hands-on experiences that connect students directly to industry and career opportunities.

3M is a long-standing national and state sponsor of SkillsUSA, with deep roots in Minnesota where the company was founded more than a century ago. Known globally for innovation and problem-solving across science, manufacturing, and technology, 3M has a strong commitment to education and workforce development. In support of SkillsUSA Minnesota, 3M hosts two of our contests and generously provides supplies and prizes for students, helping create high-quality, hands-on experiences that prepare learners for successful careers.

The National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA), founded in 1886, is the leading trade association representing professional roofing contractors across the United States. With a long history of promoting quality, safety, and education in the roofing industry, NRCA provides resources, training, and advocacy to support both contractors and the next generation of roofing professionals. As a national and state sponsor of SkillsUSA Minnesota, NRCA helps supply schools with building materials and curriculum, supports our state contest, and provides financial assistance to our winners for their trip to the National Leadership and Skills Conference, helping students gain valuable experience and advance in their careers.

J.H. Larson Company, founded in Minnesota in 1931, has a long history of serving the electrical and industrial supply needs of businesses across the region. With a reputation for quality products, expert service, and community engagement, J.H. Larson has built strong relationships within the industry and with local organizations. As a proud supporter of SkillsUSA Minnesota, J.H. Larson hosts two of our contests and provides essential supplies and prizes, helping students gain hands-on experience and preparing them for successful careers in skilled trades.

Gold Partners

A Gold Sponsor is a valued industry partner that demonstrates strong commitment to SkillsUSA Minnesota through a contribution of $5,000–$9,999. Their support makes a meaningful impact by helping expand student opportunities, enhance workforce development efforts, and sustain high-quality statewide programming. Gold Sponsors play an important role in preparing career-ready students and investing in the future of Minnesota’s skilled workforce.

Bobcat Company is a global leader in compact equipment, manufacturing innovative solutions that help people accomplish more in construction, agriculture, grounds maintenance, and beyond. Known for its strong commitment to workforce development and hands-on learning, Bobcat supports education and career readiness initiatives that build the next generation of skilled professionals. Through its Gold Level support of SkillsUSA Minnesota, Bobcat Company is investing in students, technical excellence, and the future of Minnesota’s skilled workforce.

Silver Partners

A Silver Sponsor is a committed industry partner that supports SkillsUSA Minnesota through a contribution of $3,000–$4,999. This level of support helps enhance hands-on learning experiences, reinforce workforce readiness efforts, and sustain impactful programs across the state. Silver Sponsors contribute to building a strong pipeline of skilled, career-ready students and help advance the future of Minnesota’s workforce.

Bronze Partners

A Bronze Sponsor is a supportive industry partner that contributes to SkillsUSA Minnesota through a donation of $1,000–$2,999. This support helps provide valuable learning experiences, encourage student skill development, and support programs that connect education with industry needs. Bronze Sponsors play a key role in helping students grow into confident, career-ready professionals and in strengthening Minnesota’s future workforce.

List of Partners

We are grateful for all of our industry partners whose support makes our work possible. We could not deliver the programs, opportunities, and experiences we provide to students without their continued involvement and generosity. The sponsors listed below supported our efforts in smaller but meaningful ways, and their contributions play an important role in advancing SkillsUSA Minnesota and strengthening our future workforce.