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August 2019
MBE Pre-Certification Briefing
Greetings Prospective MBE Applicant: Thank you for your interest in becoming a certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE).Attending our Pre-Certification Briefing is your first step to becoming certified. To participate in the Pre-Certification Briefing, a company must first meet the fundamental requirements of certification. These are: 1. Legally registered as a for-profit entity in the State of Michigan 2. An ethnic minority owner(s) with at least 51% of ownership 3. Must be controlled, owned and managed by an ethnic-minority.…
Find out more »Going Pro FY20 Session – August 5th
The Going Pro Talent Fund (formerly know as the Michigan Skilled Trades Training Fund or STTF) grant program is a yearly training grant program available to Michigan based companies. The Going Pro Talent Fund provides competitive awards for employer responsive training that enhances talent, productivity, and employment retention while increasing the quality and competitiveness of Michigan’s businesses. The Going Pro Talent Fund ensures Michigan’s employers have the talent they need to compete and grow, and individuals have the skills they…
Find out more »Credit Tune-Up USDOT Summer Initiative for Access to Capital
Many small businesses in the transportation industry face difficulty not only accessing sufficient bonding and financing in order to grow, but also access to capital and debt financing. The USDOT’s Summer Initiative for Access to Capital is to provide financial resources and assistance to transportation-related small businesses and clients who are unable to access traditional capital. Participants will have an opportunity to learn more about: How to improve your financial health - credit score How your personal finances affect…
Find out more »2nd Annual National Veteran Workforce Development Conference
Want to learn or share best practices in veteran workforce development? Don’t miss the 2nd Annual National Veteran Workforce Development Conference (#NVWDC19) on Aug. 14-16, 2019 at the Crowne Plaza Detroit Riverfront in beautiful downtown Detroit, Michigan. Last year’s conference brought together veteran-friendly employers, state and federal agencies and non-profit organizations to share best practices and build relationships. This year will bring many of the same opportunities with additional attendees from veteran-friendly educational institutions and National Guard/Reserve transition programs. Registration invite coming soon.…
Find out more »Going Pro FY20 Session – August 19th
The Going Pro Talent Fund (formerly know as the Michigan Skilled Trades Training Fund or STTF) grant program is a yearly training grant program available to Michigan based companies. The Going Pro Talent Fund provides competitive awards for employer responsive training that enhances talent, productivity, and employment retention while increasing the quality and competitiveness of Michigan’s businesses. The Going Pro Talent Fund ensures Michigan’s employers have the talent they need to compete and grow, and individuals have the skills they…
Find out more »8th Annual Supplier Diversity Matchmaking Event
The application process is NOW OPEN for the 8th Annual Supplier Diversity Matchmaking Event. Minority-Owned, Woman-Owned and Veteran-Owned businesses who serve the Oil & Gas Industry are encouraged to apply. Our presenting sponsor, EQT Corporation and over 50 of its prime suppliers will be participating in 1:1 meetings with diverse firms. Shell and Chevron AMBU, who plan on participating in 1:1 meetings will also join us for this annual educational and networking event designed specifically for suppliers in Oil &…
Find out more »September 2019
MBE Pre-Certification Briefing at Rickman Enterprises
Greetings Prospective MBE Applicant: Thank you for your interest in becoming a certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE).Attending our Pre-Certification Briefing is your first step to becoming certified. To participate in the Pre-Certification Briefing, a company must first meet the fundamental requirements of certification. These are: 1. Legally registered as a for-profit entity in the State of Michigan 2. An ethnic minority owner(s) with at least 51% of ownership 3. Must be controlled, owned and managed by an ethnic-minority.…
Find out more »Going Pro FY20 Workshop – September 9th
The Going Pro Talent Fund (formerly know as the Michigan Skilled Trades Training Fund or STTF) grant program is a yearly training grant program available to Michigan based companies. The Going Pro Talent Fund provides competitive awards for employer responsive training that enhances talent, productivity, and employment retention while increasing the quality and competitiveness of Michigan’s businesses. The Going Pro Talent Fund ensures Michigan’s employers have the talent they need to compete and grow, and individuals have the skills they…
Find out more »Going Pro FY20 Workshop – September 16th
The Going Pro Talent Fund (formerly know as the Michigan Skilled Trades Training Fund or STTF) grant program is a yearly training grant program available to Michigan based companies. The Going Pro Talent Fund provides competitive awards for employer responsive training that enhances talent, productivity, and employment retention while increasing the quality and competitiveness of Michigan’s businesses. The Going Pro Talent Fund ensures Michigan’s employers have the talent they need to compete and grow, and individuals have the skills they…
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