Geovany demonstrates patience and compassion when working with difficult customers and consistently displays a positive attitude. He is always willing to help others and strives to make not only customers, but also his co-workers feel welcome. Geovany has the ability to relate to others and he actively listens to understand. When confronted with challenging situations,…
Danielle consistently goes above and beyond expectations when providing services to individuals in the Branch County community and proficiently serves a high number of non-English speaking customers. along with her daily workload, she has continuously shown exceptional organizational and problem-solving skills. Danielle’s nominator noted that she is well equipped to endure the rigors of career…
April is a valued member of the Michigan Works! Southwest team in her role as an ERN Success Coach. April’s nominator described her as someone who has a kind heart, is always willing to jump in and help her team, and continually strives to grow professionally. April’s recent interactions with two new employers resulted in…
New Federal Rule Would Have Catastrophic Consequences For Michigan’s Businesses and Talent
6/17/2022
Employers and job seekers could be left with fewer Michigan Works! staff and locations to serve them if the proposed Wagner-Peyser Staffing Act rule is implemented.
Local Companies Awarded Training Grant to Bridge Gap for New and Existing Employees
6/9/2022
The Workforce Development Board for Michigan Works! Southwest announces the award of a Going PRO Talent Fund Industry-Led Collaborative (ILC) grant totaling $138,065.
Michigan Works! Southwest partnering with local banking experts to host financial literacy workshop series for adults
5/20/2022
Michigan Works! Southwest launched a series of brand-new financial literacy workshops for adults facing financial barriers, those looking to connect with a banking institution, or are seeking a fresh perspective on managing finances.
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Jakki Bungart-Bibb Named New Director for Michigan Works! Southwest
1/3/2022
The W.E. Upjohn Institute for Employment Research and the Michigan Works! Southwest Workforce Development Board recently announced Jakki Bungart-Bibb as the new director for Michigan Works! Southwest.
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