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TALENT DEVELOPMENT
The Right Place will lead the effort to greatly expand employer engagement with K-12, higher education institutions, and workforce development organizations in Greater Grand Rapids to ensure area learners are more prepared and more marketable as they launch their careers. Through greater exposure to a greater number of companies, our area’s talent base will become the most work-ready in the nation.
KEY INITIATIVES
Increase the number of regional business-education/training partnerships actively participating in talent pipeline initiatives with local colleges, universities, and workforce development organizations. Serve as a strategic partner, connecting employers with workforce development programs, training providers, and educational institutions to support upskilling and career advancement.
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Expand talent development opportunities by promoting and facilitating access to training programs and tools.
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4 Assist training partners in developing a menu of business partnership opportunities, helping to streamline the process for companies to engage. 43% of the 572 companies interviewed in retention calls planned to increase employment in Greater Grand Rapids
Source: The Right Place
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