The National Association of Oil and Energy Service Professionals (OESP) has announced the winners of the 2021 Dave Nelsen Scholarship.

The Dave Nelsen Scholarship was established in 1999 as a way to remember and recognize the commitment to education made by OESP member Dave Nelsen. The scholarship is awarded to students or technicians who are currently or planning to attend a technical college or trade school, pursuing a career in the oil and energy industry.

"We are extremely proud of the 2021 Dave Nelsen Scholarship recipients," said Scott Vadino, president of OESP. "These individuals are the best of the best applicants and we are confident that they will continue the legacy of Dave Nelsen. We are very thankful to our corporate, association and OESP chapter sponsors, who, along with OESP, co-sponsor the scholarships each year."

"Our company is proud to be able to offer educational assistance to young people entering our industry" added Lance Marino, territory manager – Metro New York, which supports the scholarships. "A career in the HVAC industry will offer a wealth of opportunities for these fine scholarship recipients."

"We are proud to give back to our industry in this valuable way," continued Kevin Beckett, president and CEO of Beckett Corp. "It means a lot to us to support our future by providing this opportunity to students each year."

The 2021 Dave Nelsen Scholarship winners include the following:

Ivan Boirie – Attends Entech Advanced Energy Training in Cromwell, Connecticut and resides in Middletown, Connecticut. This scholarship was co-sponsored by Carlin/Hydrolevel and the OESP Fairfield County Chapter.

Dylan Cabrera – Attends NYC College of Technology in Brooklyn, New York and resides in Bronx, New York. This scholarship was sponsored by R.W. Beckett.

Michael Campitelli – Attends Entech Advanced Energy Training in Crowell, Connecticut and resides in West Hartford, Connecticut. This scholarship was co-sponsored by SCPEA and the OESP New Haven Chapter.

Madison Keenan – Attends The Fire Dragon School in Sturbridge, Massachusetts and resides in Clinton, Massachusetts. This scholarship was sponsored by OESP.

Tyler Sellers – Attends Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology in Lancaster, Pennsylvania and resides in Kirkwood, Pennsylvania. This scholarship was sponsored by OESP.