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Real Deal Revolution has helped hundreds of women , children and male motorcycle riders learn how to weld , pinstripe and rebuild their carburetors at this year ’ s biggest motorcycle and automotive events . Real Deal Revolution is powered by skilled and passionate tradeswomen who empower others to break boundaries and achieve extraordinary feats .

Real Deal Revolution was co-founded by the legendary Jessi Combs , the fastest woman on Earth and the first female Grand Marshal of the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally , and renowned automotive painter and bike builder Theresa Contreras . The nonprofit has seen its most

Real Deal Revolution has brought its traveling workshops to over 13 industry events .

impactful year yet . It has launched several new programs , including a Moto scholarship with Doffo Winery , been awarded a VF Foundation grant , and was recognized by Event Marketer among its “ Top Experiential Exhibit Trends .”

With support from iconic brands such as Dickies , Harley-Davidson , Lincoln Electric and Industrial Metal Supply Co ., and assistance from the Jessi Combs Foundation , Real Deal Revolution has brought its traveling workshops to over 13 industry events , including The One Moto Show in Portland , Babes Ride Out in New York , Harley-Davidson Homecoming , Four Corners Rally , Biker Belles Woman ’ s Day in Sturgis and The SEMA Show .

“ Dickies is incredibly proud to support Real Deal Revolution and their mission to champion the vital role of women within the skilled trades ,” says Troy Kerr , director of Marketing for Dickies . “ Their passion and energy while breaking down barriers and fostering an inclusive environment is truly inspirational .”

Some of Real Deal Revolution ’ s packed 2024 workshops and instructors include :

Pinstriping by : Shayna Guy – custom painter on Netflix ’ s Resurrected Rides Theresa Contreras – co-host of Auto

Revolution ’ s “ High Octane Hustle ” podcast Resin by :

Tamara Robertson – engineering expert for Discovery Channel ’ s “ Mythbusters Jr .”

Carb Rebuilds by : Riley Schlick – “ Riley ’ s Rebuilds ” started as a teenager Bobbi Prueter – award-winning bike builder

Real Deal Revolution is powered by skilled and passionate tradeswomen who empower others to break boundaries and achieve extraordinary feats . Photos courtesy of Real Deal

Welding by :

Hannah Stout-Ortega , Zoe Carmichael , Lindsey Hover , Sana Abbas and other scholarship recipients of The Jessi Combs Foundation

“ As we celebrate our tenth year , we ’ re even more driven heading into our next decade of empowering others through hands-on skilled trades ,” says Theresa Contreras , co-founder of Real Deal Revolution . “ Working with partners like Dickies and being awarded the VF Foundation grant has played a pivotal role in not only us looking good while doing what we love , but by supporting us in our mission to help supercharge our future . With support like theirs , we look forward to making Real Deal Workshoppes even more accessible to everyone .”

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