Talent Tours Help Students Learn About Local Businesses
Students from the Char-Em ISD Career and Technical Education Welding Program in East Jordan went on Talent Tours at two local businesses. The 12 students, including two from the Jobs for Michigan’s Graduates (JMG) program, visited Aster Brands and Harbor Industries in Charlevoix. Talent Tours give students a chance to learn about local businesses and career opportunities. Aster Brands is a sales, marketing, and intellectual property business that invents products for the concrete manufacturing space. Harbor Industries Inc. is a full-service manufacturer of point of purchase displays and store fixturing. The Talent Tours were coordinated by Northwest Michigan Works! and the Char-Em ISD.
The Networks Northwest team did a great job to help the City of Charlevoix and Charlevoix Township collaborate in addressing housing challenges in our community. They facilitated dialogue with Planning Commissioners, community stakeholders, and municipal officials to develop a plan for cohesive zoning in areas of growth for our two governments. Further, they were able to pinpoint the challenges in each unit and propose changes that would be beneficial all around. Together, we believe we'll be better prepared for housing developments and job growth in our region. We look forward to working with them on future projects!
- Mark Haydlauff, City Manager, Charlevoix