REAP Institute Incorporated

Orientation Day!!!!!!!

Join us today to connect with the future electricians, estimators, and builders of our industry!

If you're ready to kickstart your career in the trades, this is the perfect opportunity.

Session 1:Today at 1 PM, located at John B***r Neighborhood Centers

Session 2: More orientations coming soon ...

Let’s create the future together!

Send a message to learn more

If we’re serious about solving the housing affordability crisis, we have to zoom out.

Because affordability isn’t just about housing.

It’s about whether people have access to:

• Stable, well-paying jobs

• Skills that lead to upward mobility

• Career pathways that grow over time

Without those, even “affordable” housing becomes temporary.

That’s the disconnect we see in a lot of communities:

We focus heavily on reducing housing costs, but not enough on increasing earning power.

Real affordability happens when both sides of the equation move together.

That belief is shaping the work we’re doing at REAP Development Group—connecting housing development with workforce training and long-term economic opportunity.

Curious how others are thinking about this balance in their communities.

Now Enrolling – Skilled Trades Training Programs

REAP Institute is launching two new training cohorts this quarter designed to help individuals build real careers in construction and the skilled trades.

⚡ Electrical 1 Training Program
12 Weeks | Hands-On Training
📅 Starts April 28
🕐 Tues–Thurs | 1 PM – 4 PM

📐 Estimating 101 Training Program
10 Weeks | Construction Cost & Project Planning
📅 Starts June 1
🕓 Mon & Fri | 4 PM – 8 PM
📆 Monthly Saturday Session

These programs are designed for individuals interested in careers in:
• Electrical
• Construction Management
• Project Estimating
• Skilled Trades

👉 Join the waiting list today:
www.reapdevelopmentgroup.org

👉 Or complete the interest form:
https://forms.gle/FkYJyhz3kBmS9vnC9

Seats are limited and enrollment is filling quickly.

Calling all Who Believe in Paying It Forward!!!

I’m currently mentoring a small group of highly motivated young professionals and emerging leaders who are eager to learn, grow, and build meaningful careers.

They’re especially interested in connecting with individuals working in:


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These aren’t looking for handouts—they’re looking for hashtag , exposure, and real conversations with people who’ve walked the path before them.

If you’re open to a brief conversation, mentorship touchpoint, or simply sharing your journey and lessons learned, it would mean more than you know.

📩 Please email me directly at [email protected]

Happy to share more context and make thoughtful, aligned introductions.

Grateful for those who understand the power of access and community.

Congratulations to our newest REAP Institute graduates!

We’re proud to celebrate the hard work, dedication, and growth of our recent program graduates. Several members of this cohort are already moving forward with exciting opportunities in HVAC and plumbing, taking meaningful steps toward long-term careers in the skilled trades.

We also want to recognize that a few students were unable to attend the graduation, and we sincerely appreciate their participation, commitment, and effort throughout the program. Every individual in this cohort played a role in making this journey a success.

This is just the beginning. We look forward to seeing where their futures lead and how they continue to grow in the field.

At REAP Institute, we don’t just train — we help build pathways to opportunity.

NOW ENROLLING — JANUARY 2026!
REAP Institute is expanding our training pathways, and the next cohort begins January 2026! 🚀

We’re offering multiple in-demand career tracks, including:
🔹 Construction Trades
🔹 Heavy Equipment
🔹 Estimating
🔹 Project Management
🔹 Commercial Driver License (CDL)
… and more!

If you’re ready to level up your skills, enter a high-paying trade, or transition into a new career, now is your time.

👉 Join the waiting list today:
www.reapconstructiongroup.com

Spaces fill quickly — don’t wait to secure your spot!

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We’re always looking for passionate instructors in HVAC, Welding, Electrical, Carpentry, and Sustainable Energy! Join us in shaping the next generation of skilled professionals. Interested? Apply by clicking the link below or send your resume to [email protected].

Enrollment is OPEN at REAP Institute!

We’re thrilled to announce that our next training program is open for enrollment — and spots are filling fast!

Whether you’re starting fresh or looking to grow in the trades, REAP Institute helps you build real-world skills and industry certifications that open doors to new careers.

✨ Join the waiting list or apply today: reapconstructiongroup.com
📍 Training locations vary by program and partnership.
⏰ Limited spots available — don’t wait!

Equitable Real Estate Development in Indiana | REAP Development Group REAP equips underrepresented leaders in Indiana with tools for real estate, hospitality, and workforce development. Building equity, block by block.

Last week, our HVAC students had the incredible opportunity to visit Patrium Construction, one of our newest employer partners.

During the visit, students worked together to ask thoughtful questions, gain hands-on insight into the trade, and experience what it’s like to be part of a professional construction team.

We’re especially proud of how engaged our students were — showing curiosity, respect, and leadership. A huge thank-you to the owners and team at Patrium for welcoming our class, answering every question with patience and professionalism, and helping us prepare the next generation of skilled trades professionals.

This is what partnership looks like — education meets opportunity.

Our HVAC students teamed up to break down real blueprint exercises — learning how to read plans, spot key details, and communicate like pros in the field.

Teamwork + technical skill = career readiness 💪🏽

Last week, our students had the privilege of visiting , one of the few majority-owned Class A mechanical contractors in Indianapolis. They generously shared insights into the industry and really inspired our students with a vision of what’s possible. We’re looking forward to potential collaboration on mixed-use and residential developments and are grateful for their hospitality.

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