Owosso - While working on the 2022 Going Pro Talent Fund, GST Michigan Works! in Shiawassee County was contacted by AmeriChem Sales Company for assistance with the Talent Fund application. AmeriChem Sales Company produces and sells industrial lubricants is located in Mason in Ingham County which is serviced by Capital Area Michigan Works! The company however wanted to work with GSTMW! The okay to do so was given by CAMW! and we proceeded.

It became clear that AmeriChem had never worked with Michigan Works! and was unfamiliar with the vast array of services available to both the company and its employees aside from the Going Pro Talent Fund. The initial in-person meeting lasted well over an hour at which Michigan Works! was discussed in detail along with the Talent Fund and its application process.

Upon completion of the application AmeriChem was awarded $19,665. A change in class scheduling and higher than expected employee retention changed some of the training and hiring needs which meant the company didn’t need the full award. In the end, they were awarded $6120.

AmeriChem Sales Company and its employees liked the program and were able to train key employees in hazardous material safety and other related topics. As a result, they are now applying for the 2023 Talent Fund.

Being able to assist a company outside of the GST Michigan Works! area and to introduce and promote the organization has been a rewarding experience. The company is pleased with the service, the outcomes, and the other products available through Michigan Works and will now continue to work with our neighboring CAMW!