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March 7, 2024

“Do You Love Power Tools?”  –  The Empowerment of a Woman in the Trades

In the traditionally male-dominated realm of skilled trades, women are increasingly carving out their niche, reshaping perceptions, and challenging stereotypes. From wielding power tools to mastering intricate techniques, women are asserting their presence and prowess in fields once considered off-limits. Such is the case of this IECRM Industry Partner who is a testament to women breaking through longstanding norms.

Abby Moravek, from Milwaukee Tool, has been immersed in the trades from her early days.  Having helped her parents with home renovations while growing up, Abby likely inherited her initial spark of interest while seeing the transformation of the old to the innovative and new. This upbringing paved her path to becoming a Residential Construction Job Site Solutions Representative at Milwaukee Tool, specializing in the North Texas region. While looking for her first  job after graduating from college, Abby saw in the job description, “Do you love power tools?”  That’s all it took to convince Abby that Milwaukee Tools was the right fit for her. 

Abby has found her niche in Colorado as a Milwaukee Territory Jobsites Solutions Manager in the  Electrical Division. Through her tenure with Milwaukee, she has learned firsthand that besides skill and determination, the right tools are indispensable for success. Recently broadening her expertise to encompass the electrical industry, Abby knows the impact that the right tools can have on the success of completing a project effectively, efficiently, and safely.

Despite the myriad of challenges of navigating a predominantly male industry, Abby is not afraid to confront them head-on.  She continuously strives to expand her knowledge across various trades, understanding that establishing herself as an expert inevitably garners respect and increases her outreach to the industry.

IECRM is pleased to have Abby as our go-to gal at Milwaukee.  The relationships she is already fostering with our members can only grow and her outreach to women specifically will have a lasting impact on the industry.  For women considering entry into the electrical industry, take time to talk with Abby and learn more about being empowered to succeed.

IECRM Self-Pay Tuition Policy

 

Self-pay students who are employed with a member company must register and pay through the member company using the IECRM Flashpoint Enrollment Portal/Process in order to qualify for member rates.

Self-pay students that are employed with a member company but that do not register and pay through the member will be charged the non-member rate for tuition, books and applicable fees.


Self-pay students who are employed with a member company and require a payment plan will not qualify for the member rate and will be charged the non-member rate for tuition, books and applicable fees.


Self-pay students who do not work for a member company will continue to be charged the non-member rate for tuition, books and applicable fees.


To maximize association/membership benefits, ALL member companies are encouraged to register and pay for all enrolled apprentices utilizing internal payment arrangements and processes between employer and employee.


We value our IECRM members and apprentice community. We encourage all apprentices to be enrolled in the four-year apprenticeship program, earning, and learning their way toward Journeyworker licensure. We encourage all members to utilize the member discount for tuition, books and applicable fees to ensure the long-term support and success of the next-generation electrician.


(Payment Plans are available, please reference the Self Pay Payment Plan Policy.)


Self-Pay Payment Plan Policy


We offer the following arrangements for students that are unable to pay in full at the time of registration.


● Self-pay students will be charged the non-member rate.
● A 50% down payment of total semester tuition, books and applicable fees are due at registration.
● Remaining balance can be divided up to 3 additional monthly payments ($10.00 processing fee applies on each installment)
● All payments that are declined will incur a $20.00 NSF fee.

 

We encourage all students who are employed with a member company to work with their employer to register and pay through the IECRM Flashpoint Enrollment Portal/Process. This will ensure the student is paying the lowest possible rate for tuition, books and applicable fees.