Labor and Economic Development

$16 Million In Grants Available to Help Michigan Businesses Grow, Retain Workforce

LANSING — The Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity (LEO) announced that approximately $16 million in funding is available for cycle 2 of the Going PRO Talent Fund. Michigan employers have until May 2, to apply for funding to help train, develop and retain current and newly hired employees in high-demand, high-skill positions. Since

By |2025-04-24T09:30:38-04:00April 23rd, 2025|Featured, News, Politics, Politics/Government|

State Awards $8.7 Million To Support Innovative Approaches To Adult Education Programming

LANSING — To help Michiganders without a high school diploma, the state awarded $8.7 million to educators. With this funding, they will introduce new programs that boost enrollment, improve retention, and support completion in adult education. 1. Governor Whitmer on Expanding Workforce Opportunities “Since I took office, we have made it easier and cheaper for