2018 MWA Directory_Flipbook

MICHIGANWORKS! ASSOCIATIONOUR MISSIONEconomic Prosperity. Everyone Works!WHO WE AREMichigan Works! Association is a non-profitmembership organization that provides servicesand support to Michigan’s talent eco-system.For over 30 years, the Association hasbeen a go-to resource in federal, state andlocal workforce initiatives.2017 Michigan Works! Legislator of the Year Sen. Jim Stamas;Michigan Works! Directors Ed Oberski (Great Lakes Bay),Marisue Moreau (Northeast Consortium), Mark Berdan (Region7B Consortium); Michigan Works! Association CEOLuann Dunsford.

WHAT WE DOThe Association’s work ensures top-qualityservices and support for Michigan’s talentpipeline.We deliver results through:• vigorous public education and advocacy,• capacity building, and• training and eventsAs a champion for essential, relevant workforceprograms, the Association works tirelessly withstate and national leaders to influence policyand legislation. ADVOCACY • Speak as the voice of Michigan Works! • Act as a portal of information for stakeholders on talent issues CONNECTION • Provide a forum for information exchange • Unite members and talent leaders to share and implement great practices EDUCATION • Deliver essential training • Engage and develop today’s workforce leader Learn more: MICHIGANWORKS.ORG

CONNECT &LEARNMichigan Works! Association offers a variety ofhigh-impact training and events throughout the year.To learn more about BSP and other trainingopportunities, visit michiganworks.org. CERTIFIED BUSINESS SOLUTIONS PROFESSIONALS (BSP) Add Value. Lead Change. Become a trusted connection for resources and solutions using the proven BSP approach. MICHIGAN WORKS! ANNUAL CONFERENCE September 9-11, 2018 Amway Grand Plaza | Grand Rapids, MI Join Michigan’s best and brightest workforcedevelopment professionals for three days of learning, sharing, connecting and growing. MICHIGANWORKSCONFERENCE.ORG

OURLEADERSHIPCHARLOTTE TOM BEGIN(CHARLIE) MAHONEY Consumers EnergyCHAIRPERSONFour-M Associates - DAVID GOUDREAUCommunications Group Northern Wings Repair, Inc.ARNIE REDSICKER CHUCK HADDENFIRST VICE Michigan ManufacturersCHAIRPERSON AssociationROSTA USA Corporation ROBERT SHOWERSCONAN SMITH Clinton County Board ofSECOND VICE CommissionersCHAIRPERSONMichigan Works! Southeast SHANA WELCHLocal Elected Official Mercy Health of West MichiganBEN DAMEROWSECRETARY LUANN DUNSFORDExecutive Director Chief Executive OfficerMichigan Works! Michigan Works! AssociationSouthwest [email protected] For a full staff listing, pleaseHATTER-WILLIAMS visit michiganworks.org.TREASURERChief Executive OfficerCapital AreaMichigan Works!GREG PITONIAKMEMBER-AT-LARGEChief Executive OfficerSoutheast MichiganCommunity Alliance(SEMCA) Michigan Works!

OURMEMBERS ECONOMIC PROSPERITY EVERYONE WORKS!The Michigan model is integrated, private-sectorled and deeply rooted in local communities.Our 16 regional Michigan Works! members areindependent organizations, connected througha common mission: Economic Prosperity.Everyone Works!

MAP MEMBER PAGEI Capital Area Michigan Works!.......................10M Detroit Employment Solutions Corporation...........................................12G Great Lakes Bay Michigan Works!................14H GST Michigan Works!...................................16J Kinexus.......................................................18N Macomb-St. Clair Workforce Development Board........................................20C Michigan Works! Northeast Consortium.....................................................22D Michigan Works! Region 7B Consortium.....................................................24L Michigan Works! Southeast............................26K Michigan Works! Southwest...........................28E Michigan Works! West Central.......................30B Networks Northwest / Northwest Michigan Works!............................32O Oakland County Michigan Works!................. 34P Southeast Michigan Community Alliance (SEMCA) Michigan Works!...............36A UPWARD Talent Council................................38F West Michigan Works!....................................40 AMichigan Works! is a proud partner of the network .

MICHIGANWORKS! ECONOMIC PROSPERITY.EVERYONE WORKS!LOCAL RESULTS, STATEWIDE IMPACTAcross the state, Michigan Works! is building—and leading—strong networks that boostcommunity, economic and talent development.• UNITE community leaders to develop innovative talent solutions• IDENTIFY economic opportunities to boost regional quality of life• SHAPE sound state and federal policy U.S. Secretary of Labor Alexander Acosta, Governor Snyder and community leaders celebrate the success of the West Michigan Works! Healthcare Apprenticeship Program.

DEMAND-DRIVEN. CONNECTED. EFFECTIVE.The Michigan Works! demand-driven approachproduces extraordinary results, including award-winning apprenticeship models, robust career &technical education programs and more.Michigan Works! is on the front lines:• meeting the demands of employers,• responding to the unique needs of each community and• developing talent for the 21st century economyMICHIGAN WORKS! DELIVERSMichigan Works! offers statewide universal servicesthat are tailored to each region’s unique economy:BUSINESS JOB SEEKERTalent recruitment and Career planningretention Training and job searchJob postings supportHiring events Resume writingResponsive training Access to computersprograms Rehabilitation, youth andCustomized business veterans’ servicesservicesFIND OUT WHAT MICHIGAN WORKS! CAN DO FOR YOU: 1-800-285-WORKS (9675)

CAPITAL AREA MICHIGAN WORKS! 2110 South Cedar Street Lansing, MI 48910 (517) 492-5500 [email protected] DIRECTOR: Edythe Hatter-Williams Chief Executive Officer CAMW.ORG FOLLOW ON @CAMWJOBS CAPITAL AREA MICHIGAN WORKS! CAPITAL AREA MICHIGAN WORKS! “We have a long-standing relationship with Capital Area Michigan Works! In fact, they are our oldest partner. They are very knowledgeable, flexible and responsive, so we’ve found it to be a really good working relationship.” – Jim Farrell, Vice President Dart Container Corporation10

COUNTIES SERVED:Clinton - Eaton - Ingham A K OLearn more at camw.org. A proud partner of the 12American Job Center network.

DETROIT EMPLOYMENT SOLUTIONS CORPORATION 440 East Congress Detroit, MI 48226 (313) 962-9675 [email protected] DIRECTOR: Nicole Sherard-Freeman President and CEO DESCMIWORKS.COM FOLLOW ON @DESC_JOBS DETROIT EMPLOYMENT SOLUTIONS DETROIT EMPLOYMENT SOLUTIONS CORPORATION “Without DESC, I don’t know that I would have made my employment requirements. They’ve been very responsive to whatever our needs have been.” – Rosemary Brewer, Human Resources Director Detroit Manufacturing Systems12

COUNTIES SERVED:Wayne - City of Detroit only A KBUILDING DETROIT BY BUILDING DETROITERS Learn more at DESCmiworks.com

GREAT LAKES BAY MICHIGAN WORKS! 1409 Washington Midland, MI 48640 (989) 754-1144 [email protected] DIRECTOR: Ed Oberski Chief Executive Officer MICHIGANWORKS.COM FOLLOW ON @GLBMIWORKS GREAT LAKES BAY MICHIGAN WORKS! GREAT LAKES BAY MICHIGAN WORKS! “The convenience of using the GLBMW! Service Center for our recruitment and retention needs has proved to be a significant cost savings for us as an organization.” – Kathleen S. Allen, Executive Director Personal Assistance Options, Inc.14

COUNTIES SERVED:Bay - Gratiot - Isabella - Midland -SaginawAK OTalent expertise by the numbers*8,150 1 a day single-company jobjob postings fair held at one of our 5 servicewe helped centers, giving us unmatchedemployers insight into what employersfill – that’s needone every 15minutes $1.4 million competitive$44 million grants we helped 34 employees get for trainingsavings to employersusing our services for 1,200recruiting and hiring people funded to get the training they needed to meet employer demand* Data sample from July 2016 thru June 201716Great Lakes Bay Michigan Works! is an Equal Opportunity/Employer Program. Auxiliary aide services are available upon request to individualswith disabilities. Michigan Relay Services dial 711. Supported by the State of Michigan. A proud partner of the American Job Center Network.

GST MICHIGAN WORKS! 3270 Wilson Street Marlette, MI 48453 (989) 635-3561 [email protected] DIRECTOR: Jody Kerbyson Chief Executive Officer GSTMIWORKS.ORG FOLLOW ON @GSTJOBS GSTMIWORKS GST MICHIGAN WORKS! “Our relationship with the GST Michigan Works! Team is very valuable to us and we are very pleased to let you know that without their help we would have struggled to meet our recruiting goals.” – Lisa McQuillin, Human Resources Manager Android16

COUNTIES SERVED:Genesee - Huron - Lapeer -Sanilac - Shiawassee - Tuscola A KAdvancing Employers | Enhancing Talent• A region-wide team of employer focused Business Solutions Professionals available in all six counties to serve the needs of business.• A variety of employment services facilitated by an experienced staff of Career Coaches.WWW.GSTMIWORKS.ORGFollow us for local job listings!#GSTJOBS @GSTMIWORKS

KINEXUS499 West Main StreetBenton Harbor, MI 49022(269) [email protected] DIRECTOR: Todd Gustafson Chief Executive Officer KINEXUS.ORGFOLLOW ON @KINEXUSGROUP KINEXUS GROUP KINEXUS: ECONOMY, WORKFORCE, COMMUNITY“Eagle Technologies Group has worked with Kinexus forthe past 3 years. In that timeframe, they helped us growour business by more than double. In April of 2014, we hadeighty five (85) teammates. As of today’s date we employone hundred and eighty five (185) teammates, and we arestill growing. I’d recommend Kinexus to any employer withhiring or training needs.”18 – Dorothy Bild, Human Resource Manager Eagle Technologies Group

COUNTIES SERVED:Berrien - Cass - Van Buren A K Making Southwest Michigan a great place to live, work, and play. Learn more at kinexus.org

MACOMB-ST. CLAIR WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT BOARD 21885 Dunham Road, Suite 11 Clinton Township, MI 48036 (586) 469-5220 [email protected] DIRECTOR: John Bierbusse Executive Director MACOMB-STCLAIRWORKS.ORG FOLLOW ON @MIWORKSMSC MACOMB/ST. CLAIR MICHIGAN WORKS! MACOMB/ST. CLAIR MICHIGAN WORKS! “We’re very happy with the services and resources we have received from Michigan Works! They have been and continue to be a valuable asset to our HR needs.” – Mr. Brownlee, Specialty Coating20

COUNTIES SERVED:Macomb - St. Clair A KAim for the future, Align your plan and Accomplish your goalFor Job Seekers For Employers Are you looking Are you looking tofor a new career? grow your business?Learn more at macomb-stclairworks.orgA proud partner of the American Job Center network.

MICHIGAN WORKS! NORTHEAST CONSORTIUM 20709 State Street Onaway, MI 49765 (989) 733-8548 [email protected] DIRECTOR: Marisue Moreau DISCOVERNORTHEASTMICHIGAN.ORG FOLLOW ON @MWNEMC MICHIGAN WORKS NORTHEAST CONSORTIUM MICHIGAN WORKS NORTHEAST CONSORTIUM “Michigan Works! Northeast Consortium has been a tremendous business partner to our organization for many years. We place great value on their resources and ongoing support and contributions.” – Lesley O’Dwyer, Weyerhaeuser22

COUNTIES SERVED:Alcona - Alpena - Cheboygan -Crawford - Montmorency - Oscoda -Otsego - Presque Isle A KMAKING AN IMPACT IN NORTHEAST MIVISION To UNITE job seekers and employers towards a PROSPEROUS future.2016-2017 RESULTS1,982 local jobs filled 27,207 agency visits13,486 individuals served 1,062 employers served$338k awarded in STTF 229 trained with STTF 24

MICHIGAN WORKS! REGION 7B CONSORTIUM 402 North First Street Harrison, MI 48625 (989) 539-2173 [email protected] DIRECTOR: Mark L. Berdan Executive Director MICHWORKS4U.ORG FOLLOW ON @MIWORKSREGION7B MIWORKS REGION 7B MICHIGAN WORKS! REGION 7B “Michigan Works! always strives to accommodate our needs by offering on-site courses that meet the diverse educational needs of our employees. They offer an extensive array of courses and partner with educators that are friendly and knowledgeable. We are happy to have Michigan Works! as our long standing partner.” – Melissa Dunkle, B.S, R.T., Chief Operations Officer24 MidMichigan Community Health Services

COUNTIES SERVED:Arenac - Clare - Gladwin - Iosco -Ogemaw - Roscommon A K Michigan Works– an American Job Center, is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request for individuals with disabilities. Michigan Relay Center: 711 Voice and TDD. Funding provided by the State of Michigan

MICHIGAN WORKS! SOUTHEAST 1240 Packard Drive Howell, MI 48843 (844) 200-3206 [email protected] DIRECTOR: William Sleight MWSE.ORG FOLLOW ON @MICHWORKSSE MICHIGAN WORKS SOUTHEAST MICHIGAN WORKS SOUTHEAST “The continuing education that MWSE provides is empowering our associates to take on projects with more confidence. Thanks to recent opportunities from MWSE and potentially STTF, we can put more skills and tools in the hands of our associates to be high performers in a manner consistent with our Core Values and our Company Mission Statement of Making People and Their Animals Healthier.” – Randy McElfresh, Human Resources Manager26 Uckele Health & Nutrition

COUNTIES SERVED:Hillsdale - Jackson - Lenawee -Livingston - Washtenaw A KFocused on the needs of job makerswhile developing talent for the 21stcentury economyMichigan Works! Southeast is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Program | Auxiliary aids and other accommodations are available upon request 28i www.mwse.orgto individuals with disabilities. | Supported by the State of Michigan | Proud Partner of the American Job Center Network | Michigan Relay dial 7-1-1 (844) 200-3206Toll-free telephone number 1-800-285-WORK (9675) p in

MICHIGAN WORKS! SOUTHWEST 222 South Westnedge Avenue Kalamazoo, MI 49007 (269) 349-1533 [email protected] DIRECTOR: Ben Damerow MIWORKSSW.ORG FOLLOW ON @MIWORKSSW MIWORKSSW MIWORKSSW “The assistance from Michigan Works! was instrumental to {Clemens Food Group} having a successful start. Everything that they have been asked to do they do it cheerfully and without hesitation. My biggest challenge now is to figure out how we operate without them.” – Seth Berry, HR Director28 Clemens Food Group

COUNTIES SERVED:Branch - Calhoun - Kalamazoo -St. Joseph A K SouthwestBranch, Calhoun, Kalamazoo and St. Joseph CountiesPREPAREWHAT DO WE DO?Prepare a qualified workforce to meet the currentand emerging needs of business and industry. EMPOWER WHY DO WE EXIST? To create meaningful transformation in the people, businesses and communities we serve.TRANSFORM 30HOW WE WILL SUCCEED?By fostering collaborative partnerships and empoweringa compassionate, respectful and knowledgeable teamdedicated to continuous improvement.

MICHIGAN WORKS! WEST CENTRAL 14330 Northland Drive Big Rapids, MI 49307 (231) 796-0049 [email protected] DIRECTOR: Paul Griffith Executive Director MICHWORKSWC.ORG FOLLOW ON @MIWORKSWESTCENT MICHIGAN WORKS! WEST CENTRAL MICHIGAN WORKS! WEST CENTRAL “The support and help we receive from Michigan Works! West Central has been impactful to our entire company and our community!” – Vic Burwell, Ex. VP Mfg. Operations FloraCraft30

COUNTIES SERVED:Lake - Mason - Mecosta - Newaygo -Oceana - Osceola A K “I don’t know how I can ever put into words what Michigan Works! West Central did for me.” Leora Bain Registered nurses are always in demand, especially those who are passionate about making a difference. When Leora Bain needed help pursuing her dream career, she connected with Michigan Works! West Central. With our help and through her own hard work and dedication, she was able to complete her degree and works as a nurse today! Helping employers find workers and job seekers find work! Learn more at www.michworkswc.org 32

NETWORKS NORTHWEST / NORTHWEST MICHIGAN WORKS! 600 East Front Street, Suite 104 P.O. Box 506 Traverse City, MI 49685-0506 (231) 929-5000 [email protected] DIRECTOR: Terry Vandercook NETWORKSNORTHWEST.ORG FOLLOW ON @NWMICHIGANWORKS NORTHWEST MICHIGAN WORKS! NORTHWEST MICHIGAN WORKS! “We find Northwest Michigan Works! to be an invaluable resource and crucial part of our continued growth. There are a wide variety of resources, information, and services they have informed us about and helped us participate in.” – Melanie Berden, Director of Human Resources Great Lakes Stainless, Inc.32

COUNTIES SERVED:Antrim - Benzie - Charlevoix - Emmet -Grand Traverse - Kalkaska - Leelanau -Manistee - Missaukee - Wexford A K Connecting Your Business to OpportunitiesHiring Training ConnectionsWe come to you. One source.Customized service.(231) [email protected]/business-services• Resume Review Inside Traverse City• Mock Interviews Michigan Works!• Networking • Interest Assessments • Career Planning • Open Jobs Work with us virtually! 34 careercafe.org

OAKLAND COUNTY MICHIGAN WORKS! 2100 Pontiac Lake Road Waterford, MI 48328 (248) 858-5520 [email protected] DIRECTOR: Jennifer Llewellyn OAKLANDCOUNTYMIWORKS.COM FOLLOW ON @OAKLANDMIWORKS OAKLAND COUNTY MICHIGAN WORKS! “Our company is forever grateful for the services and support we’ve been provided through our Oakland County Michigan Works! System. The workforce staff throughout the state, and particularly in Oakland County, has been an invaluable asset to our company as we continue to grow and source new talent in a very niche-specific cluster.” – Juli Elkins, Operations Manager34 GABLETEK

COUNTY SERVED:Oakland A KGet Talent andOakland County Businesses and ResidentsCareer Support FinNdetahreYOofufice 36 OaklandMIWorks.com 1-800-285-WORKSEqual Opportunity Employer/Program | Auxiliary Aides and Servicesare Available Upon Request to individuals with disabilitiesMichigan Relay Center (TTY) 800.649.3777 or 711A proud partner of the American Job Center Network | Administeredby the Oakland County Workforce Development Board

SOUTHEAST MICHIGAN COMMUNITY ALLIANCE (SEMCA) MICHIGAN WORKS! 25363 Eureka Road Taylor, MI 48180 (734) 229-3500 [email protected] DIRECTOR: Gregory E. Pitoniak Chief Executive Officer SEMCA.ORG FOLLOW ON @SEMCAMICHWORKS @JOBSSEMICH SEMCOMMUNITYALLIANCE SOUTHEAST MICHIGAN COMMUNITY ALLIANCE “The Michigan Works! staff has been a vital part of our facility being able to improve our production, quality, and meet Amazon’s headcount requirements. Without them, we would not have seen the growth we did in 2017 with the expansion of our facility and would not be prepared to coordinate the volume we’ll see in 2018. “ – Chris Griffin, Sr. Staffing Coordinator36 Amazon

COUNTIES SERVED: Monroe - Wayne (not including City of Detroit) A KSEMCA2017DirectoryAd-2_Layout 1 11/14/2017 3:49 PM Page 1 Your Workforce Source in Out-Wayne and Monroe Counties www.semca.org A proud partner of the American Job Center Network

UPWARD TALENT COUNCIL 2950 College Avenue Escanaba, MI 49829 (906) 789-9732 [email protected] DIRECTOR: William L. Raymond Chief Executive Officer UPMICHIGANWORKS.ORG FOLLOW ON @UPMICHIGANWORKS UPMICHIGANWORKS “It is imperative to the growth and success of Systems Control to attract and retain quality workers in the present and future. Partnerships with agencies like Michigan Works! and the services they provide help make finding qualified talent more achievable.” – Brad Lebouef, President Systems Control38

COUNTIES SERVED:Alger - Baraga - Chippewa - Delta - Dickinson -Gogebic - Houghton - Iron - Keweenaw - Luce -Mackinac - Marquette - Menominee - Ontonagon -Schoolcraft A KJob Seeker Services Employer ServicesCAREER SUPPORT RECRUITMENT• Resume Building • Business Services Team • Interviewing Skills• Career Pathways provides sustainability, transition, • Career Guidance and growth • Post positions on MiTalent.orgBEGIN YOUR CAREER • Connect with thousands of tal-• Work Experience ented workers across the state• Occupational Skills Training • Host customized hiring events• Leadership Development to meet qualified candidates,  tailored to your company’s needs Opportunities• Adult Mentoring, Guidance &  TRAINING • On-the-Job Training Counseling • Skilled Trades Training Fund • Supportive Services AssistanceSPECIALIZED SERVICES• Veteran LAYOFF/SEPARATION• Displaced Worker • On-site Rapid Response• Job Fairs • Job Placement Assistance• Talent Tours Equal Opportunity Employer Michigan Relay Center 711· Auxiliary Aids & Services Available to Individuals with Disabilities· Affiliated with the Talent Investment Agency, State of Michigan · Supported by the State of Michigan · A Proud Partner of the  American Job Center Network · 1-800-285-WORKS (9675)

WEST MICHIGAN WORKS! 1550 Leonard NW Grand Rapids, MI 49505 (616) 336-4100 [email protected] DIRECTOR: Jacob Maas Chief Executive Officer WESTMIWORKS.ORG FOLLOW ON MIWORKSKENT WEST MICHIGAN WORKS BUSINESS SOLUTIONS “West Michigan Works has helped Walker Tool achieve our goal of increasing our minority representation in our workforce. We are grateful for all the help they have provided. Whenever called upon for help, we have always found them to be prompt, courteous and professional. It is obvious they enjoy helping both the companies they serve and individuals looking to improve their career opportunities.” – Jerry Roersma, Apprentice Coordinator40 Walker Tool & Die, Inc.

COUNTIES SERVED:Allegan - Barry - Ionia - Kent -Montcalm - Muskegon - Ottawa A K Committed to creating a diverse & qualified workforce for West Michigan. WESTMIWORKS.ORG

ASSOCIATEMEMBERSVALUED PARTNERS. COMMUNITY LEADERS.Associate Membership is an exclusive membershipwith the Michigan Works! Association - open to anyorganization with an interest in workforce news andtrends:Arab Community Grand RapidsCenter for Economic Urban Leagueand Social Services 616-245-2207(ACESS) grurbanleague.org313-945-8159 accesscommunity.org Gratiot-Isabella Regional EducationClinton Task Force Service DistrictOn Employment, Inc. 989-466-4832989-224-2000 giresd.netcamw.org Michigan State AFL/Educational Data CIO Human ResourcesSystems, Inc. (EDSI) Development Inc.313-271-2660 (HRDI)edsisolutions.com 517-372-0784 mhrdi.orgGaffney & AssociatesLLC Midwest Truck Driving810-990-9464 Schoolgaffney-associates.com 906-789-6311 midwesttruckdrivingschool.comGoodwill IndustriesOf Greater Detroit Oakland County313-557-8757 Michigan Works!goodwilldetroit.org Ferndale 248-545-0222Grand Rapids ferndaleschools.orgCommunity College616-234-3714 Oakland Countygrcc.edu Michigan Works! Southfield 248-796-4580 cityofsouthfield.com

Oakland County SER Metro-DetroitMichigan Works! 313-945-5200Troy sermetro.org248-823-5101troymichiganworks.com Telamon Corporation 517-323-7002Peckham, Inc. telamon.org517-492-5570peckham.org The Information Center, Inc.Ross Innovative 734-282-7171Employment theinfocenter.infoSolutions - St. Clair810-326-4447rossprov.com BECOME A MEMBERAssociate Membership gives you instant accessto robust member benefits and a network of like-minded individuals.• DISCOUNTED FEES for training - applies to everyone in your organization!• MEMBER RATES for special events• 10% DISCOUNT on sponsorships, ads and exhibit space• PROMOTION via social media, eNews and more! Learn more: MICHIGANWORKS.ORG