One stands out

Jubilation over 644 new “master craftsmen” at the Graz Congress

Delighted with the title (from left): WKO Styria President Josef Herk, Provincial Councillor Karlheinz Kornhäusl (ÖVP), graduate Admir Suljic, Provincial Councillor Stefan Hermann (FPÖ) and Hermann Talowski (Chairman of the Trade and Crafts Division)

(Bild: WKO/Lugger)

Styria recorded a whopping 17 percent increase in the number of master craftsman graduates last year. 1400 guests came to the Congress to celebrate the awarding of their master craftsman certificates, with pest controller Admir Suljic standing out in particular.

It is a remarkable number: 644 master craftsman and qualification examinations were successfully completed in Styria in 2024 - that is 17% more than in the previous year. The title stands for outstanding skills and knowledge in one's own profession. "Especially in difficult times, it is important that Styrian companies can score points on the market with their expertise and know-how," says Styrian Chamber of Commerce President Josef Herk.

194 women received a master craftsman's certificate
Most of the graduates are automotive and metal technicians (master craftsman examination), but also master builders and tattoo artists (qualification examination). They were all honored on Thursday evening at the master craftsman certificate ceremony with 1,400 guests at the Graz Congress. A total of 194 women also received the title.

Pest controller is "Master of the Year"
Admir Suljic was named "Master Craftsman of the Year": The 38-year-old passed his master's examination in pest control in 2024 and is already on his way to his third degree this year; he also already has a bachelor's degree in business administration. "I am incredibly grateful for this award and congratulate all the graduates," says Suljic.