Meet Connor, an 18-year-old from Bad Axe with a strong work ethic and a big goal: to build a career in the Construction Industry. Throughout high school, Connor’s summer work experiences were in entry-level retail jobs. During the summer of 2024, he worked as a General Laborer for Irion Improvements in Elkton, Michigan. In that […]
The Cooperative Elevator Company, established in 1915, has grown significantly over the years to support the needs of local farmers. The organization markets a variety of commodities, including dry edible beans, corn, wheat, and soybeans. Its retail division supplies essential farm inputs such as seed, chemicals, fertilizer, tires, and petroleum products. In addition, patrons […]
Smith’s Waterproofing in Almont, Michigan, became a new partner with Business Services through the Lapeer office in spring 2025. The partnership began with an application for the Program Year 2025 Going Pro Talent Fund to support employee training needs. While the company was not awarded funding through that initial opportunity, the connection established an important […]
Hunter had always been passionate about mechanics. However, he felt a yearning for more responsibility, more skills, and ultimately, a more lucrative salary. That’s when he decided to pursue a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class A to boost his employability within his company. On January 16, 2024, Hunter took the first step in his transformative […]
Theodore first came to GST Michigan Works! in January of 2025 seeking a path toward a more stable and long‑term career. At the time, he was working full‑time at O’Reilly Auto Repair, but he knew he wanted a career with opportunities for advancement and the ability to someday retire comfortably. While exploring CDL‑A training options […]
Qwonda faced challenges related to her background and financial barriers, but she was determined to create a better life. At the time, she was unemployed and eager to earn her CDL-A license. After being out of work for over two years, she completed the Workplace Excellence workshops in GST Michigan Works! Flint Service Center, which […]
Jesse inherited his family’s business, Timber Wolf. He worked tirelessly to support his family and maintain his family’s company. However, it was becoming increasingly difficult to do that without being able to afford benefits for his growing family. That was when Jesse decided to visit GST Michigan Works! and enroll in the WIOA program. He […]
After graduating from Bad Axe High School in 2021, Carson went off to college and earned a degree in a field he later determined he had no passion for. In an effort to become more fulfilled, he joined the U.S. Air Force and trained as a Munitions Specialist for the National Guard Reserves. When Carson […]
Jacob knew he wanted a career, not just another job, but didn’t know how to get there. After cycling through low wages, part-time work, and struggling to find stability, he was at a standstill. “I was doing what I could to get by,” Jacob said. “But I didn’t have a plan. I didn’t have direction.” […]
After years of traveling the world as a professional basketball player and later serving his community as a substitute teacher, Dominez was ready to begin a new chapter that offered long-term stability, freedom, and a fresh sense of purpose. In March 2025, he was referred to his Career Coach by a former client who had […]