Vladimir Sufra

Vladimir Sufra, a fourth-year Electrical Apprentice at ABC Institute and employee of Stryker Electrical Company in Palm City, recently shared his journey in an OpEd published by The Palm Beach Post. In the piece, he reflects on how his apprenticeship at ABCI offered him not just a job, but a life-changing opportunity. His story is a powerful testament to the hands-on, debt-free path that apprenticeship programs provide.

In his OpEd, Vladimir challenges the notion that a four-year college degree is the only route to success. He highlights how ABCI’s learn-and-earn model helped him achieve financial stability, confidence, and valuable skills, demonstrating that with proper training, apprenticeships can be the first and best step toward a rewarding career in construction.

To read the Op Ed, click here.