- DEWALT will thank more than 1,000 construction workers at
one of the largest jobsites in New York
City with breakfast and coffee to energize them for the
day
- DEWALT to deliver a total of $100,000 in tool donations to local training
centers including the New York City District Council of Carpenters
Training Center (CTC) and UA Local Union No. 1 Plumbers
& Gas-Fitters Training Center
- New York Giants Quarterback Tommy DeVito and former NFL
Quarterback and WFAN Host Boomer Esiason joining DEWALT in today's
celebration
NEW
YORK, May 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Stanley Black
& Decker (NYSE: SWK) President and Chief Executive Officer
Donald Allan, Jr. will ring The
Opening Bell® at the New York Stock Exchange today in honor of the
100th year anniversary of DEWALT, a Stanley Black &
Decker brand and leader in total jobsite solutions. As part of the
celebration, DEWALT will honor current and future New York City tradespeople throughout the
day.
"Since 1924, DEWALT has embodied Raymond
DeWalt's legacy of delivering jobsite solutions to industry
professionals while supporting the next generation of skilled
workers," said Allan. "It is an honor to celebrate DEWALT's
100th anniversary at the New York Stock Exchange, not
only to recognize the brand's rich heritage but to also recognize
the outstanding contributions of tradespeople across the United States. Today, we are proud to
share this milestone with the tradespeople of New York City and express our unwavering
appreciation for the work they do to build, maintain, improve, and
advance the city."
DEWALT Delivers a Day of Thanks
Driving throughout the
city today will be a head-turning, custom DEWALT truck designed to
replicate the brand's quintessential yellow worker's toolbox which
will make several stops today to personally thank New York City's trade professionals.
This morning's first stop will be in midtown at one of the
largest jobsites in the city, where more than 1,000 tradespeople
will have an opportunity to grab coffee, breakfast, and DEWALT
gear, and meet New York Giants Quarterback Tommy DeVito.
Continuing the day of gratitude, DEWALT will team up with former
NFL Quarterback and popular sports radio host Boomer Esiason to
deliver a total of $100,000 of free
tools to trade apprentices throughout New
York City.
Esiason will join DEWALT at the New York City District Council
of Carpenters Training Center (CTC), where he will help unload
equipment to outfit the school with the latest tools and tech from
DEWALT.
DEWALT will also deliver tools for use by the apprentices at the
UA Local Union No. 1 Plumbers & Gas-Fitters Training
Center.
"Today, we celebrate our history by standing strong with the
pros who have fueled DEWALT's purpose since day one and renew our
commitment to continually stay at the forefront of jobsite
innovation," said Chris Nelson,
Chief Operating Officer at Stanley Black & Decker. "For the
world's most demanding pros, the best is yet to come from
DEWALT."
Grow The Trades: Applications Now Open
Today,
DEWALT opened applications for its 2024 Grow the Trades Grant
program, which is part of its $30
million commitment over five years to support organizations
that are skilling, reskilling and upskilling tradespeople.
In addition, DEWALT will begin accepting applicants in September
for its annual DEWALT Trades Scholarship that provides financial
assistance to students pursuing a career in the trades.
For more information on DEWALT's 100th anniversary as well as
grant and scholarship opportunities, please visit:
dewalt.com/growthetrades.
To follow today's celebrations in New
York City, visit DEWALT social channels
Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.
About DEWALT
DEWALT, a Stanley Black & Decker
brand, celebrates 100 years in business by continuing to provide
our customers with total jobsite and landscaping solutions. By
applying its latest technology to the challenges of today's skilled
trades, DEWALT is leading the charge for the jobsite of the future
and pioneering the next generation of tools, outdoor equipment and
forward-looking technologies. DEWALT products. GUARANTEED TOUGH®.
For more information, visit www.dewalt.com or follow
DEWALT on Facebook, Instagram,
and LinkedIn.
About Stanley Black & Decker
Headquartered in the USA, Stanley Black & Decker
(NYSE: SWK) is a worldwide leader in Tools and Outdoor,
operating manufacturing facilities globally. The company's more
than 50,000 diverse and high-performing employees produce
innovative end-user inspired power tools, hand tools, storage,
digital jobsite solutions, outdoor and lifestyle products, and
engineered fasteners to support the world's builders, tradespeople
and DIYers. The Company's world class portfolio of trusted brands
includes DEWALT®, CRAFTSMAN®, STANLEY®, BLACK+DECKER®, and Cub
Cadet®. To learn more
visit: www.stanleyblackanddecker.com.
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