Recap: Sacramento December 2025 Section meeting

Date of Event: Dec 3, 2025

Location: Yuba Community College 2088 N. Beale Rd. Marysville California

Number of Attendees: 65

Presenter/Notable Guest(s): Presenter / Guest – AWS President Richard Holdren
Guest – AWS District Director – Randy Emery

Event Summary: Yuba Community College hosted this December Sacramento Section meeting. The meeting highlight was the presentation by AWS president Richard Holdren, “The Diversity of the Welding Industry.” The meeting also included a tour of the Yuba college training center, a Bar-B-Q dinner and raffle. Approximately sixty-five attendees enjoyed this networking opportunity and learning about the many benefits of membership in the American Welding Society. 

AWS president Richard Holdren's presentation was a big hit with all attendees.
This group photo shows the diverse attendees eager to be part of the Sacramento section. Attendees included students, educators, industry partner, parents and other local stakeholders.