Yamaha Marine receives 2017 Silver Star of Excellence for contributions to technical education
Yamaha Marine Group announced that it was awarded the 2017 Silver Star of Excellence from the American Technical Education Association and the National Technical Honor Society. Yamaha was recognized for its contribution to the Motorcycle and Marine Service Program at the Tennessee College of Applied Technology Chattanooga.
The Silver Star of Excellence is awarded to a business in recognition of specific contributions to technical education such as donations of equipment, facilities, training, financial assistance and support such as internships, apprenticeships and advisory committee members.
“Yamaha Marine started its relationship with the Tennessee College of Applied Technology in 2002, and its support has grown each year. In addition to significant product and equipment donations in the last few years, the company has provided full dealership access to Yamaha training materials for technicians in training in an effort to help them become more profitable assets for potential employers,” said Sandra Krebsbach, executive director, American Technical Education Association. “As a TCAT technical school program sponsor, Yamaha also has generously provided staff for advisory board meetings and Skills USA State Competition Judges, going far above and beyond to support student learning program standards and the success of marine industry training overall.”
“Yamaha Marine is committed to helping dealers recruit new technicians by preparing students for a fulfilling and high-demand career in marine service,” said Joe Maniscalco, division manager, Yamaha Marine Service. “We are gratified to support the Motorcycle and Marine Service Technology Program at TCAT Chattanooga for many years and are honored to receive the Silver Star of Excellence award as we both pursue shared goals for the industry.”
In addition to the award, Yamaha was inducted into the National Technical Honor Society Educator Industry Hall of Fame at the ATEA National Conference on Technical Education on Mar. 15, 2017.
