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 […]
Thumb Alarm Systems, a locally owned security company based in Lapeer, Michigan, has spent over 60 years providing affordable security solutions to local homes and businesses. As the company has grown, it has faced challenges in finding employees who meet the strict background and security requirements needed to build trust with customers. At the […]
Kappen Tree Service, a well-known and highly respected employer in Michigan’s rural Thumb region, employs approximately 409 individuals and is proudly woman-owned. The company specializes in line clearance services, playing a critical role in maintaining a reliable power supply across the state. Their clients include major utility providers such as DTE Energy (Detroit Edison), […]
At Sunny Patch Learning Center, the journey of personal and professional growth is exemplified by the accomplishments of two dedicated individuals, Shavon and Martha. Both apprentices have completed their Childcare Development Specialist Apprenticeship Programs, a vital initiative aimed at addressing the workforce needs in Flint, Michigan’s childcare industry. Sunny Patch Learning Center, founded by […]
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 […]
Advanced Auto Trends Inc. (AATI) is an injection molder specializing in sunroof components for the automotive industry. The company’s niche expertise lies in overmolding metal components with plastic and precisely positioning them in molds using robotic automation. Because of the highly specialized nature of its work and the limited local labor pool in rural […]
On Friday, February 27th, GST Michigan Works! hosted a successful Skilled Trades Career Expo, bringing together job seekers and employers from across Genesee County and beyond for a day focused on opportunity, connection, and career growth. With 258 job seekers in attendance and 25 employers actively participating, the event created a dynamic environment where individuals […]
Flint Odyssey House secured a FY25 Cycle 1 Going PRO Talent Fund Award of $146,600.00, of which they were able to utilize $108,600. This award allowed Flint Odyssey House to continue to train its 13 U.S. Department of Labor (USDOL) Registered Community Health Worker Apprentices. The first program in the State of Michigan for […]
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 […]