Local Talent Development Leader Russell Utych Honored by Michigan Works! Association
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Russell Utych of Upper Peninsula Michigan Works! was awarded a “Shining Star” Award by the Michigan Works! Association for her efforts to meet employment needs in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. Utych recently received the award during the Association’s annual conference.
U.P. Talent Development Successes Honored by State Leaders, Workforce Experts
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Upper Peninsula talent development and employment successes were among those celebrated by state leaders at the Michigan Works! Association Impact Awards this week.
Going PRO Talent Fund Grants Awarded
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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.