Building the workforce of tomorrow today
Our Board is a business-led policy and oversight organization responsible for creating a comprehensive, community-wide response to the challenges of building a highly skilled workforce and a competitive regional economy. As a convener of community leaders and stakeholders, our board engages in an ongoing strategic planning process to identify strategies, actions and measurements that will create and maintain a healthy and growing economy, equipped with a local workforce that has the knowledge and skills needed by business in a technological and competitive marketplace. The result will be to draw from a vibrant pool of skilled workers enabling business and industry to thrive year-round. In turn, this business vitality creates the potential for higher paying jobs; thus improving the overall regional economy.
UPward Talent Council promotes and addresses the needs of businesses for current and future work-ready talent, in support of a strong and resilient economy.
UPward Talent Council envisions a healthy, resilient and globally competitive regional economy, with a workforce that has the knowledge and skills to strengthen and support business success.
The filing process may seem daunting, but we are going to provide prospective claimants with guidance that may ease the anxiety and troubles they are encountering during these unsure times.
Read MoreUnemployment Benefits Increased and Expanded
Read MoreAs of Sunday, March 29th, Michigan's Unemployment Insurance Agency has implemented a schedule for claimants to file according to their last names.
Read MoreOn March 26th, Michigan's Unemployment Insurance Agency posted an informational webinar recording to their Youtube channel. You can view said video below.
Read MoreIf you're a small business in Michigan, you may be eligible for assistance.
Read MoreThe Unemployment Insurance Agency urges Michiganders to file during off-peak hours to avoid longer load times.
Read MoreIn light of all that is transpiring as a result of COVID-19, economic development organizations from across the Upper Peninsula have come together to share the most relevant resources to help with workforce and financial impacts.
Read MoreCalumet Electronics is a printed circuit board manufacturer located in the remote region of Michigan's Upper Peninsula. Now, the company and its employees are working hard and playing a critical role in the fight against COVID-19.
Read MoreBill Raymond, the CEO of Upper Peninsula Michigan Works!, spoke with TV 6 about how we are still available to assist job seekers and the community, although we have changed how we operate.
Read MoreGeneral assistance can be obtained by calling 1-800 285-WORKS (9675) or visiting www.upmichiganworks.org
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