Shake Hands With Non-Traditional Pathways to Talent
Non-Traditional Ways to Develop Talent Pipelines & Diversify Your Workforce It seems these days everyone is talking about how unemployment rates across the country are at a historical low. While …
9,500+ students explore West Michigan’s hot jobs at fourth annual MiCareerQuest
On April 25, more than 9,500 students from 85 middle and high schools throughout Allegan, Barry, Ionia, Kent, Montcalm, Muskegon and Ottawa counties learned about future career opportunities at MiCareerQuest …
A new future for Anna
Anna Trujillo was referred to West Michigan Works! after returning to Michigan from California in August 2017. Anna was worried about finding employment; she didn’t have a credential, interview clothing, …
Legislation Will Ensure Ongoing Operation of State Training Funds
Since 2015, the State of Michigan has dedicated millions of dollars for grants to help employers train their workforce. Availability of Skilled Trades Training Funds has been approved on an …
Talent Gap Solution Harnesses the Power of Data
A statewide training program is using the principles of supply chain management to ensure Michigan has a steady supply of qualified talent. Consumers Energy Co. and the U.S. Chamber of …
From GED to CNC: Michael’s story
Students and employers gathered at the Muskegon Career Tech Center for the Student Showcase, the last step of the Linked Muskegon program. Linked is an 18-week training course in machining, …
State Policy, Talent Leaders Honor Workforce Development Results in West Michigan
Hiring, training and employment successes celebrated at annual Impact Awards State leadership and lawmakers came together this week to honor west Michigan leaders for their efforts to create jobs and develop …
Major Medical Construction Project Recruiting Inner City Talent
Over the next three years, Christman Construction and its subcontractors will hire hundreds of individuals for the Mercy Health medical center construction project in Muskegon. A regional initiative is working …
Award shines spotlight on less visible workers
Every day thousands of service workers perform tasks that make our days a little brighter, our businesses running smoother, our experiences more memorable. Nine such individuals were recognized with Essential …
IT Professionals Mentor Future Workforce
More than 1100 students participate in Hour of Code event West Michigan’s IT industry is one of the fastest growing in the nation with a growth rate +6.5% over the …