Success Stories

ACE alums share firsthand stories about how ACE is shaping their success
and how it could shape yours too.

All participants rated in-person training

4/5 or 5/5 stars

The online courses have received

10,000+ registrants

Our registrants are made up of

70% students

Why U.S. Needs Machinists

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The military community is the heartbeat of America – and supports the fight at home through machining.

The Fight at Home

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ACE doesn’t just help create careers – it can accelerate yours, too.

Accelerating Careers

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An ACE alumna shows how the program helped her lock down a gig at a powerhouse company.

Creating Careers

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“We have to do better. Somebody does this better than we do – and that’s unacceptable.”

Embracing Change: Dave’s Story

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It’s off to the races with a new model for ACE partners!

ACE Ready, Set, Go

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A North Carolina father and son show how ACE training could become…

The Family Game Night Alternative

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A summer project by an ACE alumna will impact ACE partners everywhere.

An Internship’s Impact

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ACE’s newest storyteller shares his journey

From Writer to Subject

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Students showcased more than one way to machine an ACE air engine.

Many Paths, One Goal

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“I really do like running the machines. Going from a block of metal to whatever you’re making, it’s just amazing all the processes in between.”

Steppingstones, Next Chapter

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“Design engineers are always asking, ‘Can I make this, yes, or no?’ Seeing it from a machining perspective helps me answer that more quickly, with more certainty.”

Impacting Industry: Beehive

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“I like to pioneer and just do it. I have a younger sister who’s interested in this stuff. I’m showing her that, hey, you can do it too.”

Alexandra’s Toolbox 

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Credly Certifications: TOP 10 Reasons to Earn ACE Badges

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“This is what I always wanted to do, and I didn’t know all this was right here! Thank you, thank you!”

Opening Doors

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“My pure objective is to give trainers and instructors the confidence to say we can do this.”

Training the Trainers

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“My sister is an engineer; companies with jobs reach out to her everywhere. It’s real! ”

Diversity Matters

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“I used to believe I had gone too far to turn things around, but really, it’s never too late.”

Starting Fresh: Finding New Beginnings

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How ACE is Driving Creativity and Innovation for Knox Makers

Be a Maker!

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How the inaugural SEC Machining Competition is impacting America

The Winner is…

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Paying it Forward

Adonis’ Story

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ACE giving a jump start on college

Bob, Tyler, & Alexandra’s Story

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This Kid Shows Initiative

Braxton’s Story

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ACE Talks: It Started with Her

Neeki’s Story

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From Interest to Apprenticeship: How ACE Impacted a Teenager’s Career Path

Chris’s Story

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OUR ACE ALUMS ARE GOING PLACES