--- title: Hurco Distributor Brooks Associates Helps Bridge Skills Gap by Supporting Regional Youth description: Hurco distributor Brooks Associates forged a partnership with Coventry High School in R.I. to support regional youth and address the skills gap in manufacturing. image: https://blog.hurco.com/hubfs/processed-90533F8C-4C3C-40FF-A544-477676838836.jpeg --- [ Back to blog ](https://blog.hurco.com/backstage-pass) In a groundbreaking initiative to support regional youth and address the growing skills gap in manufacturing, Hurco distributor [Brooks Associates, Inc.](https://brooksmachinery.com/) has forged a powerful partnership with Coventry High School in Rhode Island. This collaboration aims to bring cutting-edge manufacturing and applications education to a new generation of learners, preparing them for the demands of modern industry. ## **![Hurco Distributor Brooks Associates Helps Bridge Skills Gap](https://blog.hurco.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Hurco%20Distributor%20Brooks%20Associates%20Helps%20Bridge%20Skills%20Gap.jpeg?width=600&height=400&name=Hurco%20Distributor%20Brooks%20Associates%20Helps%20Bridge%20Skills%20Gap.jpeg)** ## **Unique Partnership** The success of this program can be attributed to the unique collaboration between educational institutions and industry leaders. Lori Ferguson, program director at Coventry’s Career and Technical Center, played a pivotal role in bringing this partnership to fruition. “Brooks and Hurco have delivered the latest in manufacturing tools and technologies to ensure our students are prepared to thrive in a competitive workforce with meaningful skills and experiences in manufacturing," said Ferguson. *![Hurco Distributor Brooks Associates Helps Bridge Skills Gap 2](https://blog.hurco.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Hurco%20Distributor%20Brooks%20Associates%20Helps%20Bridge%20Skills%20Gap%202.jpeg?width=600&height=400&name=Hurco%20Distributor%20Brooks%20Associates%20Helps%20Bridge%20Skills%20Gap%202.jpeg)* ### **Milestone Achievement** The recent ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new Precision Machine Program at Coventry High School marks a significant milestone for both Hurco and Brooks Associates. This event not only showcases the capabilities of Hurco’s advanced machining technology but also highlights the collaborative effort required to bring such an ambitious program to life. ![Hurco Distributor Brooks Associates Helps Bridge Skills Gap 3](https://blog.hurco.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Hurco%20Distributor%20Brooks%20Associates%20Helps%20Bridge%20Skills%20Gap%203.jpeg?width=600&height=400&name=Hurco%20Distributor%20Brooks%20Associates%20Helps%20Bridge%20Skills%20Gap%203.jpeg) #### **Join the Movement** Brooks Associates invites educational institutions to explore opportunities for enhancing their technical and vocational programs. By partnering with industry leaders and leveraging cutting-edge technology, we can ensure that the next generation of manufacturing professionals is well-prepared for the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead. [Contact Brooks today](https://brooksmachinery.com/contact/) to learn how you can be part of this exciting initiative in shaping the future of manufacturing education. [Read Full News Article Here](https://www.turnto10.com/news/local/coventry-school-celebrates-new-precision-machine-program-with-ribbon-cutting-technical-career-center-high-lab-milling-drilling-welding-october-8-2024) This new program is the latest example of how Hurco and its partners support youth in manufacturing. From partnering with a [young racing phenom](https://www.victoriabeaner.com/) who likes to build her own parts, to assisting with [Make48](https://www.make48.com/) competitions at the high school level, to supporting Vincennes University's highly regarded Precision Machining Technology program, Hurco prioritizes the promotion of manufacturing careers to young people as the key to closing the skills gap that plagues the industry. You'll find those stories and more by clicking the links below: - [Victoria Beaner Racing, Hurco Announce Partnership](https://blog.hurco.com/backstage-pass/victoria-beaner-racing-hurco-announce-partnership) - [Hurco, Vincennes University Win Indiana Award for Excellence](https://blog.hurco.com/backstage-pass/hurco-vincennes-university-win-indiana-award-for-excellence) - [Hurco Hosts SkillsUSA Competition to Promote Youth in Manufacturing](https://blog.hurco.com/backstage-pass/hurco-hosts-skillsusa-competition-to-promote-youth-in-manufacturing) - [Youth in Manufacturing: Hurco inspires through Make48 competition](https://blog.hurco.com/youth-in-manufacturing-hurco-inspires-through-make48-competition) [![Subscribe to the Inside Hurco Blog](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/209468/6cfc51d6-f421-4489-ae00-69a600a7ad2d.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/209468/6cfc51d6-f421-4489-ae00-69a600a7ad2d) Follow Hurco on social media for more great content and updates on events and products: - [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/hurcocompanies/) - [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/HurcoCompanies/) - [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/hurco-companies-inc-/?viewAsMember=true) - [Twitter (X)](https://twitter.com/hurcousa) ## Related Articles ![The winner of Hurco's Colts tickets.](https://blog.hurco.com/hubfs/2015_Hurco_PROOF_02_Page_1.png) [Winner of Tickets](https://blog.hurco.com/backstage-pass/topic/winner-of-tickets) Since the international headquarters of Hurco has been right here in Indianapolis since Gerald Roch and E.L. 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