Great Lakes Bay Michigan Works! was just awarded nearly $2.2 million to fund training for 49 employers in the region. The money comes from the Skilled Trades Training Fund, a state-funded program designed to help employers develop the talent they need to compete and grow. Senator Ken Horn is part of the state legislature that, together with Governor Snyder, appropriated nearly $29 million for the … [Read more...]
When Qualified Employees Are Hard to Find
Ryan Engwis is a husband, father, U.S. Navy veteran, and Fast Start success story. His employer, The Dow Chemical Company, is one of several regional employers who look to on-demand training programs to hire highly-skilled employees like Ryan with chemical processing qualifications. Our region's top employers such as The Dow Chemical Company and Michigan Sugar rely on Great Lakes Bay Michigan … [Read more...]
Interview Tips
Our business service team (BST) representatives interact with employers daily. Many ask for tools or interview strategies to assess an applicant’s “motivation.” In today’s highly productive workplace, it’s helpful to know if a candidate is self-driven or needs constant reinforcement. Here some good interview questions to ask that might shed some light: What are your goals for the next 5 … [Read more...]
Impact that Measures Up
Over the course of a year, Great Lakes Bay Michigan Works! saves employers nearly $44 million in recruiting and hiring costs. Watch our short video to learn more about our impact on the region. … [Read more...]
