Genesee – Arthur Armstrong was released from incarceration for a little less than one year when he decided what the next few months would look like. That plan involved intense coaching and preparation for a career in an industry that would recognize his talents, not just his past. He had already tried other approaches and […]

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Ashley came into the Fenton GST Michigan Works! Service Center to register for work as part of her unemployment requirement. She was laid off from her position as a well compensated, full-time Project Consultant at Kingsway Group.  As a requirement to continue receiving unemployment benefits, Ashely was also required to attend a mandatory Reemployment Services […]

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Flint – Lorenzo Spencer decided to visit Michigan for friends and local attractions. However, after a few unfortunate events, he found himself stranded and far away from home. Lorenzo’s only solution was to find shelter and start earning an income. Lorenzo discovered refuge, resources, and rest at My Brothers Keeper. My Brothers Keeper is a […]

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Lapeer – Keiaira Stokes learned about GST Michigan Works! and the support offered through WIOA in 2015 after she lost her job and applied for unemployment benefits. At that time, life circumstances took her in another direction, and she could not take advantage of training.  Keiaira started her own business; however, once the pandemic hit,  […]

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Huron – Michael is a father of three making his way back into the workforce as a returning citizen. He had some experience with welding and was interested in filling out a WIOA application to take Rapid Welding training. Michael successfully completed the Mid-Michigan training with the help of GST Michigan Works! financial support towards […]

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Lapeer – Emily graduated from Davison High School in 2020. She enrolled at Mott Community College after graduation, but found that it was not the right fit for her in the moment and learning during the pandemic proved to be challenging. Emily later enrolled at in the Psychology program at Wayne State University and learned […]

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Huron – Xander came to GST Michigan Works! in Bad Axe as a referral from the Huron Area Technical Center.  He was being assisted by Carrie Prill, Transition Supports Provider.  Xander was not able to take CDL-A training at the Tech Center, so his other alternative was sponsorship from GST Michigan Works!  Xander qualified for […]

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