Talent

​Gentex partners with Ringbrothers to showcase "Infected," a custom 1970 Plymouth ‘Cuda, at the Michigan International Auto Show.

Decade-long collaboration roars into Michigan International Auto Show

​Gentex partners with Ringbrothers to showcase "Infected," a custom 1970 Plymouth ‘Cuda, at the Michigan International Auto Show.  

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Skot Welch, co-founder of the New Community Transformation Fund (NCTF).
How a new partnership is focused on driving generational wealth in West Michigan

A venture fund aims to address racial wealth gaps by investing in entrepreneurs of color, fostering generational wealth, creating jobs, and reshaping West Michigan's economic and social landscape.

UM Health-West earns Employer of the Year for fostering growth, inclusion, and innovative workforce development programs in healthcare.
Emphasis on workplace development earns UM Health-West title of Employer of the Year

UM Health-West earns Employer of the Year for fostering growth, inclusion, and innovative workforce development programs in healthcare.

Nathan Dlouhy appreciates how DAKC's Interview Day helps him to be his best self.
DAKC event empowers young adults with disabilities through mock interviews and job connections

A Disability Advocates Kent County event uses mock interviews to build confidence among young adults with disabilities and connect them to job opportunities.

MCC students Kaili Prins, left, and Marissa Aney-Johnson joke with Muskegon Community College mascot Jay the Jayhawk. The two students spoke during the event.
Addressing nursing shortage: Partnership creates pathway for nurses to earn degrees

A new partnership between GVSU, MCC and Trinity Health Muskegon is helping nurses earn bachelor’s degrees. The first cohort is getting their education for free thanks to state funding to address the nursing shortage.

Diversity has also taken a front seat in the area’s evolving demographics, says TaRita Johnson, The Right Place’s senior vice president of talent and diversity, who oversaw the project.
Diversity, education fuel evolution of Grand Rapids’ workforce

The Right Place’s TaRita Johnson talks about the potential of a report that explores the shifting face of the Grand Rapids talent landscape, which is benefiting from diversity and a rise in education.

Joel Elsenbroek , apprenticeships project manager for West Michigan Works!, accepted the Certificate of Recognition from John Ladd, administrator of the U.S. Department of Labor’s Office of Apprenticeship.
West Michigan Works! honored by White House for expanding apprenticeships

West Michigan Works! received White House recognition for advancing apprenticeships, supporting 276 apprentices across diverse fields, and building a skilled workforce.

The apprenticeship program connects child care providers with local training institutions to foster hands-on learning environments.
Apprenticeship program aims to ease West Michigan’s child care shortage

West Michigan Works' apprenticeship program addresses the child care worker shortage by giving new staff hands-on experience, supporting workforce stability.

Alex Aguilar-Delgado says securing The Rapid's Wave card was a snap at GRCC.
New free bus pass eases transportation strain for GRCC students, employees

GRCC and The Rapid partner to provide students with free bus passes, improving access to education by easing transportation challenges.

The Grand Rapids Promise Zone Scholarship Program offers enhanced financial support and services to help GRCC students succeed.
Expanded GR Promise Zone Scholarship boosts support for GRCC students

The Grand Rapids Promise Zone Scholarship Program offers enhanced financial support and services to help GRCC students succeed.  

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