GST Michigan Works! is proud to recognize LaFontaine Automotive Group for its continued commitment to developing and investing in its workforce through the FY25 Going PRO Talent Fund Cycle 1 Award. On April 30, 2026, Business Solutions Professional Roy Reynolds presented a reimbursement check for $194,246.25 to Ryan LaFontaine and the LaFontaine Automotive Group leadership […]
Curbco Inc. continues to demonstrate its commitment to workforce development and employee advancement through its strong partnership with GST Michigan Works! During FY25 Cycle 1, Curbco was awarded $16,200 through the Going PRO Talent Fund to support training and upskilling opportunities for its workforce. Based in mid-Michigan, Curbco Inc. is a respected concrete contractor specializing […]
TGI Direct was awarded $18,000 through the FY25 Going PRO Talent Fund to support the training and development of its workforce. Through this investment, the company was able to utilize $10,000 to provide on-the-job training for five (5) new hires, equipping these new employees with the skills needed to succeed. This also allows them to […]
Allied Industrial Group, a family-owned leader in precision manufacturing, continues to demonstrate its commitment to building a highly skilled workforce. On December 4, 2024, the company was notified that it had been awarded support through the FY25 Going PRO Talent Fund, enabling significant investment in high-level skilled trades training tailored to the advanced manufacturing sector. […]
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 […]
Midwest Rubber Company has operated in Sanilac County since 1946, developing and producing single-source rubber and plastic components for the automotive and medical industries. Through decades of innovation and diversification, the company has remained competitive even during slower economic periods, demonstrating how an employer-driven focus on continuous improvement can support long-term profitability. A key […]
In the heart of Flint, Hurley Medical Center stands as more than a hospital; it is a cornerstone of community health, workforce development, and opportunity. As a premier public teaching hospital, Hurley has served the region for more than a century, delivering advanced care while preparing the next generation of medical professionals through academic […]
Founded in 2001, DayStarr Communications is a locally owned Internet and phone service provider in Shiawassee and Clinton Counties. DayStarr serves both private and business customers with high-speed internet, cloud-based business phone systems, and other wholesale services. These offerings have made Owosso a “GIG” city. As the company grows and technology changes, the need […]
When a fire alarm sounds, there is no negotiating with time. In that instant, preparation is everything, and preparation is built long before the first spark. Since 1958, Wolverine Fire Protection Co., headquartered in Mt. Morris, Michigan, has stood as a steady guardian of communities across the region and beyond. As a family-owned company […]
Securing a Going PRO Talent Fund award for $406,402.00, Goyette Mechanical, a leader in plumbing, heating, cooling, and electrical services for over 95 years, made a significant investment in building its highly skilled and future-ready workforce. The Going PRO funding allowed Goyette to expand incumbent worker training opportunities, strengthen its talent pipeline, and meet the […]