After being laid off from his job as a machinist during the COVID-19 pandemic, Kinney connected with Michigan Works! Southeast to pursue his dream of becoming a vascular sonographer. A vastly different career than where he came from, Kinney needed to go back to school to receive the required education […]

Sometimes, a career setback can open the door to something even better. For Tim Harrah, that turning point came when he connected with Michigan Works! Southeast after being laid off from his delivery driver position.  While exploring his next steps, Harrah shared that he enjoyed being on the road and was interested in earning his commercial […]

Reliable transportation can make all the difference when it comes to maintaining employment and supporting a family. For Livingston County resident Albert Stewart, that stability was made possible with support from Michigan Works! Southeast and its Wheels for Workforce program.  For nearly two years, Stewart navigated daily life without a personal vehicle, relying on others to get to […]