Will Franta
About Will Franta
Will Franta serves as a YouthBuild Construction and Tree Care Trainer at Tree Trust, where he has worked since 2019. He has a background in geological sciences and experience in training students in carpentry and arboricultural skills.
Work at Tree Trust
Will Franta has been employed at Tree Trust since 2019, serving as a YouthBuild Construction and Tree Care Trainer. In this role, he facilitates training programs that teach students essential carpentry and arboricultural skills. His responsibilities include developing and modifying curriculum to ensure students can achieve multiple trade pre-apprenticeship certifications. Franta also coordinates recruitment outreach for the YouthBuild program, collaborating with partner organizations to enhance program participation.
Previous Experience at Conservation Corps Minnesota & Iowa
Before joining Tree Trust, Will Franta worked as a Crew Leader at Conservation Corps Minnesota & Iowa from 2017 to 2018. During his year in this role, he operated in the Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area. His experience there contributed to his skills in leadership and team management within environmental conservation projects.
Previous Role at Metro Blooms
In 2019, Will Franta held the position of Sustainable Landcare Crew Leader at Metro Blooms for a duration of eight months. This role involved overseeing landcare projects focused on sustainability, further enhancing his expertise in environmental practices and team leadership.
Education and Expertise
Will Franta earned a Bachelor of Applied Science (BASc) in Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences from Winona State University. His studies spanned from 2011 to 2015, providing him with a solid foundation in earth sciences that supports his work in environmental training and education.