Michigan Rocks!

Did You Know?

Michigan’s workforce system is #1 in the nation for adult credential attainment, reports the highest earnings in the country for individuals with disabilities, is #3 for helping adults get employed and is #4 in active registered apprenticeships.

From preschool to postsecondary to prosperity, Michigan has a strong network of local, regional and state partners helping children and students achieve lifelong success. In addition to the state’s above-mentioned national rankings in adult credential attainment and registered apprenticeships; Michigan’s educational attainment rate has increased from 45% in 2019 to 51.8% in 2024.

Further, for Michigan to achieve quality job growth, it is crucial to prioritize support for business competitiveness, expansion and talent development.

In 2024, the Michigan Economic Development Corporation established a $60 million Innovation Fund to provide early-stage capital to startups.

The MEDC’s Talent Action Team connected 1,748 people directly into good-paying high-tech roles and trained an additional 1,291 workers. LEO served more than 9,500 businesses across the state, helping them recruit talent and increase their competitiveness, and served more than 336,000 Michiganders with workforce development support, the most of any state in the Midwest.

Michigan's Statewide Workforce Plan and our network of partners makes this possible and is focused on future opportunities and growth for all.

GemX Grant Consulting continues to follow trends and initiatives like these to stay on top of the funding opportunities that may help our clients succeed. Message us for a free 30-minute consultation call.