Hosted by GST Michigan Works! and the Thumb Area Business Forum

Are you passionate about childcare and dreaming of starting your own daycare business? GST Michigan Works! and the Thumb Area Business Forum have got you covered! Join us for our upcoming Daycare Info Session, where you’ll get all the insights you need to launch your very own childcare venture; on Monday, November 13^th, from 1 – 3 pm at the GST Michigan Works! Marlette Administrative Office.

We have a fantastic lineup of speakers who are ready to inspire and guide you on your journey! Don’t miss this golden opportunity to turn your childcare dreams into reality. Whether you’re just starting or looking to expand, this info session is the key to unlocking your childcare business’s full potential.

 

Please fill out the form below to register. (Deadline November 8th)

Local Agencies and Resources In Attendance:

Huron & Sanilac County Economic Development

The Huron County Economic Development will strive to develop, maintain and enhance the economic base and quality of life in Huron County. This will be accomplished by marketing the area, assisting businesses to start up or expand, consulting with local governments and organizations on development issues and acting as a catalyst for projects at the local, state and national levels.

We will join you to discuss the grant funding available to assist with starting a new child daycare.

Michigan Small Business Development Center

Our mission is to help your Michigan small business succeed so we offer free support with small business consulting, tools and resources. Provided or developed by experts, each one is geared to help you with a key aspect of Michigan entrepreneurship.

If you’re in the early stages of starting a business and aren’t sure where to begin, seeking outside help can guide you toward future success. Our expert business consultants will answer your questions and help provide structure to your plans

From writing a business plan to the moment you turn on your “open” sign, our team of business consultants has your back. Our no-cost services include IN-PERSON AND ONLINE TRAINING, BUSINESS PLAN CONSULTATION, MARKET RESEARCH and more.

We will discuss some of the challenges of starting a new business in Michigan, and how Michigan SBDC may assist you with your new venture. We may also be joined by Metro Community Development (CDFI) to inform you of potential financing options for your new business.

Auntie Em’s Daycare

Auntie Em’s is a very successful daycare center based in Peck. Emily began with a home based center, then quickly advanced to a second location within Peck Community Schools. Auntie Em’s is currently expanding to a third location in Sandusky.

Emily Jones will share her experiences with starting and growing a very successful daycare organization. Her insights will be invaluable to anyone exploring the opportunities of becoming a child daycare provider.

Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (Sanilac / St Clair Counties)

Childcare Program Recipients in need of License Exempt Providers and License Providers

• License exempt provider –working for childcare recipients who are eligible for daycare
• • Exempt providers can be related, or unrelated.
• License provider – working for childcare recipients who are eligible for daycare
• • Resources will be given on the licensing process.

Great Start to Quality, Eastern Resource Center

The Eastern Resource Center team is available to assist child care providers, child care educators, and individuals interested in the field of early childhood education in a variety of ways. We support home based and center based programs as they improve the quality of their program or open a new program. We also support early childhood professionals as they enter the early childhood education field and continue their journey working with young children.

GST Michigan Works!

GST Michigan Works! Apprenticeship Team promotes and raises awareness about apprenticeship programs within the community. The department conducts outreach programs and engages with employers, vocational schools, and unions to emphasize the benefits of apprenticeships. These efforts aim to encourage employers to create apprenticeship opportunities and potential applicants to consider this career path.