I’m proud to announce Charles Goede of Waterford, CT will represent the United States in Plumbing and Heating at the 2026 WorldSkills Competition in Shanghai, China! 🎉 Often called the “Olympics of skilled trades,” WorldSkills showcases the best young talent from across the globe. With the support of the UA Plumbers and Pipefitters Local 777 JATC, the Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors Association (PHCC), the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO), along with the technical expertise of Robert Hahn and Larry Shoemaker, Charles is preparing to make Team USA proud. Join me in congratulating Charles as he begins this extraordinary journey. We look forward to continue building a team that will represent us well on the international stage next year! 🇺🇸 #SkillsUSA #WorldSkillsUSA #WSC2026