GTCC Honors Founder Don Brady: A Legacy of Commitment to HVACR Education
On Wednesday, April 23rd, we at Brady were proud to join GTCC and local community members in honoring our founder, Don Brady, for his decades-long commitment to advancing HVACR education and supporting the college’s technical programs.
Photography provided by Guilford Technical Community College
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Celebrating Don’s Passion for Education and HVAC Careers
The event commenced with a heartfelt welcome and poignant speeches, underscoring Don’s fervor for education and tireless championing of students pursuing HVAC careers. For every individual at Brady, this event served as a powerful testament to the foundational values instilled by Don – service, integrity, and unwavering faith in the potential of the upcoming generation.
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A Vision for the Future
With unwavering conviction, Don consistently held that our industry’s future hinges on the capable hands of proficient, well-prepared professionals. His profound enthusiasm for GTCC’s HVACR program stemmed from understanding the college’s pivotal role in grooming young individuals for meaningful, thriving careers in a field that remains in a constant state of evolution, critically essential to our communities. Don’s dedication played a pivotal role in ensuring students acquired technical expertise and received mentorship, support, and avenues for personal development.
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An Everlasting Tribute
A poignant highlight of the ceremony was unveiling a plaque commemorating Don’s legacy, now solemnly displayed at GTCC’s TEC Building. This enduring symbol is a permanent testament to his profound impact on the college and the HVACR profession. Following the ceremony, attendees were graciously led on a tour of the TEC Building, savoring refreshments while reflecting on Don’s enduring legacy and the robust partnership shared between GTCC and Brady – a partnership rooted in a shared dedication to education, innovation, and fostering workforce development.
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At Brady, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to GTCC for this significant tribute, reaffirming our unwavering commitment to perpetuating Don’s vision: supporting students, fortifying the industry, and collaboratively constructing a brighter future.
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