Our Story

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My Work My Future is an educational organization that promotes career pathways

into the skilled trades and provides a platform to bring potential workers and

industry together. My Work My Future aims to connect industry leaders, employers,

educators, parents, and the community with individuals of all ages that seek

meaningful, hands-on careers.

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What Prompted My Work My Future?

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A few years ago, the founder of My Work My Future realized that her son could

achieve greater job satisfaction and career success beyond the borders of the

typical four-year university setting. By seeking other options, she discovered a

significant demand across a wide range of industries and a growing gap in the

number of skilled employees who can fill the void. She recognized that she couldn’t be the only parent seeking alternatives to college for their child and wanted to learn more about the labor challenges that our nation is facing.

Through articles, podcasts, and news interviews about industry leaders she found that technological advances not only made many skilled jobs safer, but they are also more appealing to young people because they love a challenge. Educators shared that vocational-technical courses are once again in demand under a new name, Career Technical Education. It seemed clear that the stigma against the trades and lack of awareness of career options closely aligned with a national belief system that a four-year degree is the only path to success.

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What Fuels the Passion for the Trades?

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My Work My Future was born from a mother’s quest to support her son’s ambitions and his educational needs which is now a mission to help other families and an entire industry. By combining her vision and extensive marketing communications background, she has rallied a group of thought leaders, mentors, supporters, and volunteers to help change the conversation and fight back against any skilled workforce stigmas and lack of awareness narrative.

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Where Do I Find More Resources?

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The My Work My Future website offers education and training resources and career path tools to explore in-demand skills. Most importantly, the site provides a listing of companies that are hiring and local events to attend. The site will also feature success changes in the school curriculum, mentoring opportunities, stories of tradesmen and tradeswomen, and spotlight companies and individuals that are working hard to solve the skilled labor shortage. Via social media channels, including Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube, we are engaging in a dialogue about the trades and career options on a local, regional, and national level. 

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Where is My Work My Future Located?

 

Based in Eugene, Oregon we are currently focused on the Willamette Valley and Central Oregon, the goal of My Work My Future is to cover the entire state of Oregon and then the region.

 

How Can I Get Involved?

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We welcome you to be a part of this incredible mission and appreciate your comments, suggestions, and support.   You can contact our founder directly by emailing Terry Bierwirth or call (505) 379-2253  

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David Bierwirth- Championing Skilled Trades Career

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"Seeing people from all backgrounds embrace their talents and thrive in skilled trades

is incredibly rewarding," David says. "My Work My Future provides a powerful

platform to showcase the true potential of these careers, and

I'm proud to be a part of it."

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David Bierwirth offers deep expertise in skilled trades. Through managing sterile

processing operations, logistics, and customer relations, he understands firsthand

the immense opportunities of the field.

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As Web Manager for My Work My Future, David lends his experience to showcase

lucrative and fulfilling careers in construction, manufacturing, and beyond.

By highlighting strong wages, job satisfaction, and advancement potential, he aims

to transform perceptions and guide more people toward skilled trades professions.

David sharpens this hands-on knowledge with two decades of  logistics

experience directing complex transportation operations and managing large teams.

The blend of technical ability and leadership makes David a passionate and credible

advocate for the immense promise of skilled trades careers.

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