Gov. Whitmer launches bipartisan $30M Michigan Reconnect program
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer joined today with Republican and Democratic legislators to announce the launch of the $30 million Michigan Reconnect program, the largest effort in state history to ensure that more than 4.1 million Michiganders who are 25 or older and do not have a college degree will have an opportunity to earn a tuition-free associate degree or skills certificate.
Single Dad Overcomes Barriers to Provide for his Son – A Success Story
Darelle, a single father, was permanently laid off from his employer in February 2019. After months of searching for work, he was not able to obtain suitable employment. His struggles led him to U.P. Michigan Works (UPMW).
UPCI Small Business Cybersecurity Essentials Course
Cybersecurity has become a hot topic in today’s work environment. Learning its essential has become an integral part of running a small business.
Adult Education Services Locator offers new onramp to careers
To assist Michiganders with Adult Education opportunities, the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity (LEO) has launched a new online tool – the Adult Education Services Locator – which allows users to conduct custom searches and identify a variety of Adult Education programs, resources and high school equivalency testing centers available statewide.
U.P. Businesses Receive Grants from Going PRO Talent Fund
Last week, at least 850 Michigan businesses were awarded grants from the Going PRO Talent Fund. Upper Peninsula Michigan Works! Business Services Manager, Holly Peoples, says there was no better time like the present to get this funding.
Going PRO Talent Fund Grants Awarded
Through $39,015,052 in grants from the Going PRO Talent Fund, Michigan is helping nearly 30,000 workers across the state to secure employment, industry-recognized credentials and strong wages by providing training grants to more than 850 Michigan businesses to support their high-demand, high-skill talent needs.
Assistance Available for Businesses Seeking New State and Federal Loans and Grants
Western U.P. organizations and local governments are offering assistance for businesses to apply for new state and local grant and loan funding programs.
Michigan Works! Providing Critical Assistance to Businesses – A TV 6 Interview
Kevin, a Business Services Specialist from Upper Peninsula Michigan Works!, spoke with Elizabeth from TV 6 to discuss the measures we as an organization took to help U.P. businesses survive the pandemic.
Find Assistance through the MRLA
Applications for Employee Assistance Grants through the Michigan Restaurant & Lodging Association open for submission beginning at 9:00 AM on January 15th, 2021.
Driving into a Brighter Future – A Success Story
Times have been challenging for some employees, particularly those who have experienced periods of being unemployed or underemployed due to COVID-19 restrictions. Holly Desotell has been employed at Stewart Manufacturing for over 3 years, but sporadic plant shutdowns over the past several months created financial hardships she was not prepared for.