This professional development session is designed to equip career and technical education instructors with tools, insights, and real-world connections to strengthen technician career pathways for students. Learn how John Deere and its dealer network partner with educators to find emerging talent, foster technical and professional skill growth, and fulfill long-term career success through hands-on learning, industry alignment, and workforce-ready development strategies. Participants will gain insight into John Deere’s technician development framework and learn how intentional recruitment, skill development, and industry partnerships help students move from classroom learning to fulfilling technician careers.