CL Boyd Receives Business Partnership Excellence Award with Redlands Community College

CL Boyd is proud to announce that we have been selected as a recipient of the Business Partnership Excellence Award from the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education. This recognition highlights our ongoing partnership with Redlands Community College and the shared commitment to developing the next generation of skilled technicians.

Building Stronger Pathways to Careers

At CL Boyd, we believe that investing in people is one of the most important things we can do for our industry and our communities. Our partnership with Redlands Community College is centered around creating clear, hands-on pathways from education to employment in the diesel and heavy equipment field.

Through this collaboration, students gain real-world experience, exposure to advanced equipment, and opportunities to connect directly with industry professionals. At the same time, CL Boyd is able to support workforce development by helping students build the skills needed for long-term success.

A Partnership That Makes an Impact

The Business Partnership Excellence Award recognizes organizations that go beyond traditional support and actively engage in shaping the future workforce. Our work with Redlands includes:

• Supporting diesel technology education and training programs
• Participating in hands-on learning opportunities and industry events
• Creating connections between students and career opportunities
• Promoting careers in the heavy equipment and diesel industry

“This partnership has been a valuable recruitment opportunity that allows us to identify and develop talent early, while supporting students as they grow both academically and professionally,” said Blayne Taylor, Director of Customer Support at CL Boyd.

This partnership is a reflection of a shared goal: preparing students for meaningful, high-demand careers while strengthening the communities we serve.

Investing in the Future of Our Industry

As the demand for skilled technicians continues to grow, partnerships like this play a critical role in closing the workforce gap. By working closely with Redlands Community College, CL Boyd is helping ensure students are not only educated, but prepared to step confidently into the workforce.

We are honored to receive this award and proud of the relationship we’ve built with Redlands. Most importantly, we are grateful for our team members who invest their time, knowledge, and effort into mentoring and supporting students every day.