Michigan Works! Recognizes Luann Dunsford as Champion of Workforce Development
LANSING, Mich. (Sep. 17, 2021) – The Michigan Works! Association recently honored Luann Dunsford for her service, dedication to and long-time support of the state’s talent and economic development efforts. Named a Michigan Works! Association 2021 Champion of Workforce Development, Dunsford received the award at the association’s annual conference.
“Champions of Workforce Development exemplify the highest standards of leadership, while recognizing individuals who have made significant contributions to workforce development in Michigan,” said Ryan Hundt, chief executive officer of the Michigan Works! Association. “John is a perfect choice as he has dedicated his career to helping others better their lives through Michigan Works! programs.”
During her over 20-year career with the Michigan Works! Association, Dunsford worked closely with the Association’s Board of Directors to support its members and workforce partners by providing top-notch leadership resources, making valuable connections, and delivering high-impact events and training. She acted as a liaison between Association membership, key stakeholders, and partners as well as oversaw all day-to-day operations of the Association.
“Luann took particular pride in, and had great respect for, the coordination, cooperation and commitment that is exemplified within Michigan’s workforce system, working toward one goal to break down barriers so that all have the opportunity to prosper,” said Mark Berdan, executive director, Michigan Works! Region 7B. “Her belief that much more can be accomplished when working together is the bedrock of the relationships she developed, and the foundation for leading coordinated workforce advocacy and education efforts nationally and within the state.”
Dunsford retired in July 2021 after serving Michigan’s workforce system for 22 years.
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Established in 1987, the Michigan Works! Association fosters high-quality employment and training programs serving employers and workers by providing support activities and a forum for information exchange for Michigan's talent development system. For more information, visit http://www.michiganworks.org, or call (517) 371-1100.