the Nation. In total, Montana competitors brought home 11 national medals from just 55 total contestants — a powerful example of the quality, dedication and passion of our students and advisors who love the automotive industry and understand that working with your hands can be both rewarding and career-defining. We are deeply grateful to the MTADA for its generous commitment of $4,000 per year for the next four years, a vital investment that allows us to expand programming, support student experiences, enhance contest materials and continue building awareness for automotive career pathways across Montana. This support fuels opportunities for students to access industry-standard training and develop the confidence and skills needed to succeed in today’s workforce. Together with MTADA and Montana’s dealer network, SkillsUSA Montana is building more than just competitors — we are building a future workforce that is proud, capable and ready to keep Montana moving forward. Montana auto dealers play an essential role in this success. Through mentorship, sponsorships, equipment donations, judging support and offering work-based learning opportunities, dealers directly influence the next generation of skilled technicians. By engaging with SkillsUSA Montana, dealers help shape a pipeline of prepared, motivated and technically skilled professionals who are ready to enter the workforce and contribute to the long-term strength of the automotive industry. We are always seeking dedicated volunteers and are currently accepting committee members for the Automotive Service Technology contest scheduled for April 8-9, 2026 in Great Falls, Montana. If you are interested in supporting Montana’s next generation of automotive professionals, please contact Roberta Tilleman, SkillsUSA State Director and Competition Coordinator, statedirector@skillsusamontana.org for more information. Together, with MTADA and Montana’s dealer network, SkillsUSA Montana is accelerating the development of a skilled, confident, and career-ready workforce — one student at a time. Roberta Tilleman Montana SkillsUSA State Director 41 MONTANA AUTO DEALER
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