Future Builders in Action: A Look Back at Build My Future 2025

The 5th Annual Build My Future Lee County was an incredible success — inspiring the next generation of builders, innovators, and leaders in Southwest Florida. Hosted at JetBlue Park, the event welcomed hundreds of students, educators, industry partners, and community supporters, all united in showcasing the exciting career opportunities available in construction and the skilled trades.

Students from across Lee and Hendry counties — including traditional, charter, and technical schools — participated in hands-on demonstrations in welding, electrical systems, HVAC, carpentry, concrete finishing, heavy equipment operation, and more. With direct guidance from industry experts, students experienced real-world job tasks and explored meaningful career pathways in high-demand trades.

In the News: Thank you to our media partners for helping share the impact of this event with the broader community. Their coverage continues to raise awareness and inspire more students to pursue rewarding futures in construction.

• WGCU: Lee BIA’s Build My Future Lee County event offers opportunity to students in construction trades.
• WINK News: Lee County students explore construction careers at JetBlue Park event

We appreciate these outlets for highlighting the purpose, passion, and momentum behind Build My Future 2025.

Special thanks to our Program Sponsors, Wright Construction Group and Fallsafe Walls & Ceilings, as well as the School District of Lee County, the American Subcontractors Association of Southwest Florida, and all of our dedicated volunteers and staff for their continued support and commitment.

Thank you to all of our participating sponsors and exhibitors: (Alphabetical) Alair Homes • Allstar Equipment and Sales • Berkshire Bay Contractors • Brand 1 Ink • CFS Roofing LLC • Coastal Waste & Recycling, Inc. • Diamond Glass 2, LLC • EHC Inc • Electrical Council of Florida • Elite Permits • Estate Landscaping Lawn & Mgmt • FGCU – Stock Development Department of Construction Management • Florida Masonry • Florida SouthWestern State College • Ford Drywall and Stucco • Franzese Plumbing Inc • Grabber Construction Products • Grande Aire Services LLC • Gulf Coast Nail & Staple • Haley Ward, Inc. • Land Perc, Inc. • LCEC • Lee County BOCC DOT Operations • Lee County Community Development • Lee County DOT Traffic • Lee County Government • Lee County Solid Waste • Lee County Utilities • Lee Drywall, Inc. • M/I Homes • Ogden Brothers • Preferred Materials • RDJ Construction Inc. • Roof Right • Sallee Promotions • Service Contracting Solutions • THREAD SOURCE • Tri-County Apprenticeship Academy • United Mechanical • United Rentals • 

Relive the Day: View PHOTOS and VIDEO from Build My Future 2025 

Building the Future, One Student at a Time

Thank you to everyone who helped make the 5th Annual Build My Future Lee County an unforgettable experience. Your support empowers students to explore real careers, develop practical skills, and build a bright future in the construction industry.

We look forward to seeing you again next year!