Trent Konrad didn’t start in an office, he started in the welding industry, grinding mill scale, learning the trade, and working his way up from the shop floor. In this episode, he breaks down how he moved from welding to education, then into leadership at the CWB Group, and why being willing to shoot your shot helped open major doors along the way. 

What You’ll Learn 

• How Trent got introduced to welding and why a single conversation helped launch his career. 
• What it was like starting at the bottom in fabrication and proving himself through work ethic. 
• Why he chose to leave welding for education and how he kept building toward larger opportunities. 
• How one bold cold call helped him secure funding and raise his profile inside the CWB Group. 
• Why there are so many pathways in welding beyond just striking an arc. 
• How CWB supports welders, instructors, and businesses through education, certification, and industry partnerships.