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Bay Future | Regional Talent Initiative Grant

Michigan Business Network
November 28, 2022 5:00 PM

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Hello Bay County Businesses,
 
Bay Future Inc. wants to share some additional information with you about the Regional Talent Innovation Program. Continue reading to learn more!
 
What is RTI?
The Regional Talent Innovation Program provides FREE, short-term training in areas related to advanced manufacturing. Trainees can select up to 40 hours of trainings from the 30 courses being offered through Delta College. 
 
Who can benefit?
Anyone who has been impacted in any way by COVID-19 and lives OR works in the following Michigan counties: Arenac, Bay, Clare, Gladwin, Gratiot, Isabella, Midland, or Saginaw can receive FREE training.
 
Customized training plans for Employers
If you're an employer, you know the needs of your company and how those can be met through upskilling your current employees. Through RTI, you can connect with Delta College for a free consultation to develop a training program and sequence of courses that meets some of those needs.
 
Your customized training plan can be scheduled at times that work best for your business and that works around your production schedule. The courses and materials are free, and your business will not be billed for services. This is not a reimbursement program. No matching funds are required to participate in the program.
 
When does the program run?
Applications are now open and trainings will be offered through April 2023.
 
What are my next steps?
Employers looking to customize training programs for their employees start by reaching out and letting us know your needs and ideas.
 
The process is as easy as 1,2,3
1. Submit the Employer Interest Form (opens in new window)
2. Delta College will connect with you to create a training series and course schedule that fits your needs and your business
3. Your employees complete and submit Application Forms and the required verification materials
 
What trainings are available for free?
Participants can select up to 40 hours worth of trainings that will be 100% FREE. Materials and supplies will also be FREE! Training is offered in the following categories:
  • Supervisor, Operations, and Business
  • Safety
  • Robotics
  • Manufacturing Skills
  • LEAN
  • Computer Skills
  • Basic Manufacturing and Shop Skills
To see a full list of available trainings visit https://mmdc.org/training/
 
 
 
Don’t hesitate to get in line for this first-come, first-serve training. Click the “Training Request Form” link below to express your interest in FREE training.
 
Jim Reaume
Economic Development Manager
Bay Future, Inc.
989.892.1400
 
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