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Mr. Busch, James

Craft Pipeline Manager

James Busch is a Craft Pipeline Manager for Sundt Construction that designs and implements apprenticeship and workforce development programs tailored to the specific needs of Sundt Construction across the United States. He relentlessly and cooperatively seeks solutions for their workforce and training challenges and opportunities. He has extensive knowledge and experience in post-secondary education and has had the honor of fostering many partnerships with industry leaders and has a passion for bringing industry and education together. Before his move to education, he served five years in the U.S. Army and worked as a Direct Support Mechanic for the Federal Civilian Service. James received his B.S. in Career & Technical Education from Northern Arizona University and is a proud husband, father, and grandfather. Favorite quote: “If you can’t explain it simply, then you don’t understand it well enough. -Albert Einstein

Sessions:

Building Excellent Skilled Construction Craft Instructors

Date From To
  • 07/14/2025
  • 10:00 AM
  • 11:30 AM

Westin La Paloma

  • Administration
  • Interdisciplinary
  • School Counseling

This session explores collaborative efforts between industry leaders, educational institutions, and workforce organizations to address the growing demand for skilled educators. Learn how leveraging cutting-edge recruitment strategies and fostering industry/education connections can enhance the talent pipeline. Join us to explore actionable solutions that align instructional excellence with workforce needs, ensuring students graduate with the skills, certifications, and confidence to thrive in their careers.