Success Story: VETS ACCESS LLC — Advancing Skilled Trades Through Apprenticeship and Going PRO Talent Fund Support

Flushing, MI — VETS ACCESS LLC, a veteran-focused organization dedicated to workforce development in skilled trades, has made significant strides in training and upskilling through the Going PRO Talent Fund FY24 Cycle 2 Award. With a strong commitment to creating career pathways for veterans and civilians alike, VETS ACCESS utilized these funds to expand its […]

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VetCon Inc., based in Burton, Michigan, is not just building infrastructure—they’re building futures. As a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), VetCon stands as a beacon of opportunity for military veterans transitioning into civilian careers. With a strong focus on electrical contracting and construction management, VetCon has transformed its workforce development strategy through a mix of […]

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Debora Smith Energy Partners, Inc. is a women and veteran-owned supplier of replacement parts and equipment for nuclear energy plants and the Defense Logistics Agency. Specializing in the replacement of legacy components and custom-fabricated parts, they offer innovative solutions for general obsolescence, including reverse engineering activities. The company prides itself on prioritizing safety, quality, and […]

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For over 100 years, the Toledo Commutator Company has been an industry leader in producing commutators, springs, and related products that help keep the world in motion. Their products are used in a variety of commercial, scientific, and military applications. Due to the precise requirements of their products, engineers must possess the right skill set […]

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Joseph graduated from Wichita State University with a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering and a master’s degree in general business, however he was unable to complete an internship. It was extremely difficult to find full-time employment in his field without hands-on experience.  When Joseph sought assistance from GST Michigan Works!, he was substitute teaching and […]

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As Business Solutions Professionals (BSPs) at GST Michigan Works!, the primary focus is to engage with business leaders, owners, and HR managers to match job seekers with talent needs and to upskill current employees. This is done in different ways, which include On-the-Job-Training (OJT) funds for new hires that need extra training to get fully […]

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Dominic, Emil, Zachery, Dezmon, and Xavier embarked on a transformative journey toward building successful futures. In collaboration with Job Corps, these young men demonstrated a shared commitment to professional growth, leading them to the Young Professionals program that began in April 2024 at GST Michigan Works! They were invited to participate in the Transfr Construction […]

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When Paeton and Madilyn visited GST Michigan Works!, they were both facing significant life changes. Paeton had left high school after 9th grade and Madilyn was expecting their first child when she enrolled in our program. Together, they were determined to build a strong foundation for their growing family. Despite the challenges of pregnancy, Madilyn […]

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Brionna, a recent high school graduate, faced the common challenge of not knowing which career path to pursue. However, she did know one thing: she wanted to work with children. At the time, she was employed at a local retail store but found the work unfulfilling. That changed when an exciting opportunity arose with Owosso […]

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