Michigan Works! Southeast Race to Talent™ Event (5/15/25)

Event Overview:

Hosted by: Michigan Works! Southeast

We hosted an engaging morning dedicated to demystifying Registered Apprenticeship and showcasing its impact across all industries — not just the skilled trades! Representatives from MWSE and LEO were on-site to share key insights on the future of apprenticeship expansion and how it can be leveraged as a powerful talent development strategy.

Highlights Included:

• Employer Spotlights: Attendees learned from local businesses leading the way in Registered Apprenticeship.
• Interactive Q&A: Employers shared why they chose apprenticeship, how they built their programs, and how it’s shaping their workforce.
• Pathways to Registration: Participants gained a clear understanding of how to establish a Registered Apprenticeship Program and the support available to make it happen.

Whether attendees were employers exploring new workforce solutions, educators, or industry leaders, the event offered actionable strategies to tap into the growing success of Registered Apprenticeship Programs. It was a meaningful step in shaping the future of talent in Livingston County.