Savannah Technical College’s Dan Krautheimer Recognized as SkillsUSA Georgia Postsecondary Advisor of the Year
(SAVANNAH, Ga.) Savannah Technical College (Savannah Tech), the premier provider of career-ready technical education and workforce development in Coastal Georgia, announces that Dan Krautheimer, Dean of Industrial Technology, has been named SkillsUSA Georgia Postsecondary Advisor of the Year. This award recognizes his exceptional commitment to advancing technical education and supporting student success.
Krautheimer has dedicated over two decades to career and technical education, shaping the future of skilled professionals. As Dean of Industrial Technology at Savannah Tech, he plays a crucial role in enhancing workforce development and actively leads the college’s SkillsUSA efforts.
His extensive teaching experience includes 16 years as a Construction Management instructor, where he mentored numerous students who excelled in SkillsUSA competitions. His leadership has produced national competitors in carpentry and led multiple Occupational Health and Safety teams to national events.
Krautheimer’s expertise extends beyond the college, holding Georgia licenses in Residential Construction and Electrical, and earning the Statesman Award at both state and national levels. He also serves on the National Education Team and as Co-Technical Chair for the National Entrepreneurship competition.
“Dan’s unwavering dedication to our students and his exceptional leadership in technical education have had such an impact on our programs,” said Savannah Tech President Dr. Ryan W. Foley. “This award is well-deserved and reflects what we already know: Dan is an invaluable asset to Savannah Tech.”
“I am truly humbled by this recognition,” said Krautheimer. “As advisors, our primary focus is always on empowering students to become the best versions of themselves. We work behind the scenes, dedicated to helping them achieve their goals. To be recognized in this way is truly amazing. It validates that what we are doing is making a difference and that the success of our students is the greatest reward.”
ABOUT SkillsUSA
SkillsUSA is a national membership association serving college, high school and middle school students who are preparing for careers in trade, technical, and skilled service occupations. It provides educational programs, events, and competitions that empower its members to develop personal, workplace, and technical skills grounded in academics. Since 1965, SkillsUSA has served more than 14 million members. To learn more, visit www.skillsusa.org.
MEDIA CONTACT
Cynthia Cradduck
Asst. Vice President for Public Relations and Marketing
ccradduck@savannahtech.edu
(912) 856-9075
A unit of the Technical College System of Georgia, Savannah Technical College (Savannah Tech) is the premier provider of career-ready technical education in Coastal Georgia, offering a comprehensive range of nearly 150 market-driven programs, preparing students for high-demand careers including Aviation Technology, Cybersecurity, Health Sciences, Logistics & Supply Chain Management, Automation & Robotics, Information Technology, Culinary Arts, Public Services and more. With campuses in Chatham, Effingham, and Liberty Counties, Savannah Tech serves more than 13,000 credit and non-credit students with a variety of pathways to success, including dual enrollment programs for high school students and specialized support services for military veterans and their families. Beyond academics, Savannah Tech is an economic and community development partner, collaborating with industry leaders to provide customized training programs, assessment services, and continuing education opportunities. For more information, visit www.savannahtech.edu.
Savannah Technical College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate degrees, diplomas and technical certificates of credit. Questions about the accreditation of Savannah Technical College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org).
Savannah Technical College complies with the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG). The TCSG State Board prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individual’s age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status (“protected status”). No individual shall be excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise subjected to unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation under, any TCSG program or activity because of the individual’s protected status; nor shall any individual be given preferential treatment because of the individual’s protected status, except the preferential treatment may be given on the basis of veteran status when appropriate under federal or state law.