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Hops & Highways Episode 19: Rewarding Career Opportunities in the Asphalt Industry

This week, Hops & Highways is LIVE from Nashville to talk about the opportunities for careers and growth in the industry.

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Jessica Lombardo
Feb 26, 2021
Wirtgen Group, a John Deere Co.

Jess is LIVE from Nashville with Amy Schwandt, Publisher of Asphalt Contractor magazine and Sandy Draper, Director of Sales Operations at Wirtgen America to talk about the opportunities the asphalt industry can provide to those looking for a career.




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