Join the Great Lakes Bay Michigan Works! for a Race to Talent event honoring early childhood professionals! This event will feature Michigan Works Agencies, the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity - Workforce Development, Great Start to Quality, employers, educators, and partner agencies. This event will also feature a panel of experts, including employer partners and active apprentices.

According to The Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity, 94% of apprentices stay with their organization upon program completion. Oakland County employers interested in launching their own Registered Apprenticeship Program to separate themselves in the race to build a talented workforce are invited to a special workshop and panel discussion hosted by Oakland County Michigan Works! Join us on Wednesday, April 30th, 2025, in partnership with the U.S. Department of Labor and Workforce Intelligence Network, which will focus on the race to build a skilled workforce with home-grown apprentices. Learn from experts and hear from employment partners how an intermediary can help facilitate the administrative process of starting and maintaining a viable Registered Apprenticeship Program.

Please join us for a Race to Talent Event with DESC and NAW, where you can learn about the Construction Industry's Registered Apprenticeship Programs and Networks!

Join us for the Race to Talent with Registered Apprenticeship Event, an exciting celebration and recognition event aimed at honoring employers in the Michigan Works! Region 7B region who are leading the charge in workforce development through registered apprenticeships. This event will showcase employers who are currently investing in the future of Michigan's workforce by providing hands-on, practical training in three critical sectors: Childcare, Manufacturing, and Health & Human Services. Race to Talent with Registered Apprenticeship Event will highlight the vital role these industries play in our community, while also providing a platform for employers to share their success stories and strategies for nurturing the next generation of skilled professionals. It’s an opportunity to network, learn, and celebrate the businesses that are paving the way for the future of talent in Michigan.

Discover how apprenticeships can help you build a stronger workforce, whether you're starting a new program or enhancing an existing one. Join this interactive workshop to hear success stories from local employers and apprentices, gain insights into building effective apprenticeship programs, and explore strategies for recruiting and retaining top talent. Register now to take the next step in growing your team through apprenticeships!