Community College of Baltimore County (CCBC), House Majority Leader Steny H. Hoyer (MD-05), Baltimore County Executive John Olszewski, Jr. and Xometry, Inc. To Announce Innovative Public-Private Partnership Offering Two-Year Scholarships To Train Next-Generation Of Skilled Mechanical Engineers, Technicians and Machinists

Rhea-AI Summary

Xometry, a technology company listed on NASDAQ as XMTR, is funding two-year scholarships for nearly 60 students at the Community College of Baltimore County (CCBC) to support the next generation of skilled mechanical engineers and technicians. This initiative aligns with Rep. Hoyer’s Make It In America plan to bolster U.S. manufacturing. Xometry is also providing scholarships to over 240 students in key manufacturing states including Kentucky and Wisconsin, emphasizing its commitment to investing in small- and medium-sized manufacturers and addressing supply chain challenges.

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• Xometry funds two-year scholarships for nearly 60 CCBC students, promoting the development of skilled engineers and technicians.
• The initiative supports Rep. Hoyer’s Make It In America plan, enhancing U.S. manufacturing.
• Scholarships are also provided to over 240 students in five other states, showcasing commitment to workforce development.

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CATONSVILLE, Md., Aug. 25, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) --

What:	The purpose of this event is to announce two-year scholarships for nearly 60 CCBC students who are studying to become the next generation of skilled mechanical engineers, technicians and machinists. Xometry, a publicly traded technology company (NASDAQ: XMTR) based in Rockville that helps companies create locally resilient supply chains, is funding the scholarships as part of its commitment to investing in small- and medium manufacturers in Maryland and throughout the country. The scholarships are an important realization of Rep. Hoyer’s Make It In America plan, which is designed to ensure the United States continues to lead the world in developing and building advanced technology and other products that drive the global economy.
Who:	Dr. Sandra Kurtinitis, President of the Community College of Baltimore County The Honorable Majority Leader Rep. Steny H. Hoyer, representing Maryland’s 5th Congressional District John Olszewski, Jr., Baltimore County Executive Randy Altschuler, co-Founder and CEO of Rockville-based Xometry, Inc., a publicly traded technology company supporting small- and mid-sized manufacturers in Maryland and across the country Laurence Zuriff, co-Founder of Xometry, Inc. Mike Galiazzo, PhD., President, Regional Manufacturing Institute of Maryland
When & Where:	12 p.m. ET Thursday, Sept. 1 CCBC Catonsville Health Careers & Technology Bldg., Room 007 800 South Rolling Road Catonsville, MD 21228
Why:	Investing in America’s small- and mid-sized manufacturers and cultivating the next generation of workers is critical to helping address supply chain concerns and inflation while also protecting our economic and national security interests. In addition to CCBC, Xometry is providing scholarships for 240+ students at community colleges in five other key manufacturing states: Kentucky, Wisconsin, South Carolina, New York and Connecticut.

Contacts:

Illume PR for Xometry, Inc.
Debra Benson
Debra@IllumePR.com

Hope Hall Davis 
Community College of Baltimore County
HHDavis@ccbcmd.edu

Maya Valentine for Leader Hoyer, MD-05
Maya.Valentine@mail.house.gov

FAQ

What is the purpose of Xometry's scholarship program for CCBC students?

Xometry is funding scholarships to support nearly 60 students at the Community College of Baltimore County, focusing on developing skilled mechanical engineers and technicians.

How many students will Xometry fund scholarships for in total?

Xometry is providing scholarships for nearly 60 CCBC students and over 240 students in other key manufacturing states.

When is the scholarship announcement event taking place?

The scholarship announcement event is scheduled for 12 p.m. ET on Thursday, Sept. 1, 2022.

What is the significance of the scholarships offered by Xometry?

The scholarships are part of Xometry's commitment to investing in small- and medium-sized manufacturers and addressing supply chain concerns.

Which states are involved in Xometry's scholarship program?

In addition to Maryland, Xometry is funding scholarships in Kentucky, Wisconsin, South Carolina, New York, and Connecticut.