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Architecture and Construction
Frank Opatik
Northcentral Technical College
Residential Design, 1967
Retired, Wausau Homes
Chairman, NTC Residential Design and Residential
Building Systems Advisory Board
As a young man, Frank left the family farm near Ashland to enroll at Northcentral Technical College (NTC). He took a job at Wausau Homes to help pay for his education.
"My job at Wausau Homes was a perfect fit for my classes at NTC, and I went to work full-time after graduation," he explains.
As an engineering technician, Frank earned his license from the State of Wisconsin as a registered professional engineer. He also holds licenses in five other states. With his knowledge, drive and skill, Frank advanced into engineering and architectural positions with Wausau Homes, and eventually became company vice president. He now gives back to the college and the industry through his work on college advisory boards.
Kelly Hafeman
Northeast Wisconsin Technical College
Architectural Industrial Model Building & Design, 1976
President, Howard Immel, Inc.
Since graduating from Northeast Wisconsin Technical College (NWTC), Kelly has built an outstanding career in the construction industry. Kelly has 30-plus years of experience in designing, building, sales, estimating, and co-owning a construction company; general contracting and project management. He now serves as president for Howard Immel, Inc. and credits NWTC for much of his success.
"You’re not just a number at NWTC," Kelly says. "Instructors take an interest in each student. I’m not sure that happens everywhere," he adds.
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