Tom Mudano
Drawing on his diverse background in business, government, and non-profit sectors, Mr. Mudano has steered AmSkills towards becoming a thriving workforce training and apprenticeships organization in the Tampa Bay Region. Since its inception in 2014 as an Economic Development Initiative, AmSkills has been committed to transforming lives and strengthening communities through workforce training and apprenticeships. As President and CEO since early 2016, Mr. Mudano has led his team in creating innovative programs aimed at recruiting, training, and sustaining a skilled workforce in advanced manufacturing, public works, and utilities industries. These programs encompass various offerings, including pioneering the first Florida Department of Education Registered High School and Home School Pre-Apprenticeships, Adult Pre-Apprenticeships, micro-credentials, and Apprenticeships in Machining, Mechatronics, and Robotics. Catering to both youth and adults, AmSkills provides comprehensive career discovery opportunities, training, coaching and job placement services, ultimately paving the way for long-term careers. Mr. Mudano's achievements were recognized when he was featured in the Tampa Bay Business Journal's esteemed list of "Top 25 People to Watch in 2022" among other awards he and his team have accomplished.