SisCo Salon and Spa’s Journey through Partnership with GST Michigan Works!

In the picturesque town of Flushing, SisCo Salon and Spa faced the challenge of expanding their team while staying true to their commitment to eco-friendly practices and exceptional service. Owner Kacie Fournier recognized the need for skilled apprentices who shared the salon’s values and dedication to sustainability. Through the innovative support of GST Michigan Works!, […]

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Even before the onset of COVID there was a growing sense within the business community that something was beginning to change regarding our regional workforce. It was becoming more difficult to recruit talent across all industries and skill levels, and employee retention was also beginning to suffer. This evolution within our regional workforce seems to […]

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Erich Latham, Business Solutions Professional, reached out to Vicki West, Director of Enterprise Development at Fernco, with the intention of building a business partnership with Fernco. After speaking with Vicki, it was clear that Going PRO Talent Fund would be a great fit. Erich completed the required fact-finding virtually in October of 2022. Vicki then […]

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