by Admin | Mar 21, 2023 | Business Leadership Award: 2022
In Fall of 2021, Michaels Distribution Center in New Lenox, IL contacted the Will County field office of the Department of Human Services (DHS), Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) to discuss their companywide initiative to hire individuals with disabilities within their stores and distribution centers. DRS Business Services Consultant, Biswa Phuyal, jumped on this opportunity and met with Connie Tippett, Human Resources Manager, to discuss Michaels corporate “Makers Like Me Program”, a pilot program to increase disability hires within their organization and building a culture of inclusion. This program is also a direct reflection of Michaels values: “Together, we do the right thing by being inclusive, putting people first, and celebrating our differences.”
by Admin | Mar 21, 2023 | Business Leadership Award: 2022
Mike Massie, through his private sector company, has demonstrated leadership in the areas of workforce services and economic development. He has made significant contributions to this local workforce area, LWIA 13.
MASSIE & QUICK, LLC, provided a professional platform for Attorney Massie to serve as a leader in the local workforce system through the establishment and continuous improvement of workforce services for justice-impacted individuals in custody and returning citizens. His work was business-lead and business driven, resulting in economic development activities, employment, business expansion, and improved public safety.
by Admin | Mar 21, 2023 | Business Leadership Award: 2022
Phibro Animal Health Corporation (PAHC) is a diversified global developer, manufacturer and marketer of a broad range of animal health and nutrition products for use in the production of poultry, swine, cattle, dairy and aquaculture. They are on a mission to provide safe and effective solutions for producers’ unique challenges, in an effort to optimize animal health and nutrition for better lives and a more sustainable world. Through partnership with producers, Phibro continues to evolve a global portfolio to help animals – and businesses – thrive. They have manufacturing facilities in Quincy and Chillicothe, Illinois, as well as Omaha, Nebraska.
by Admin | Mar 21, 2023 | Business Leadership Award: 2022
Bo/Gar Enterprises is being nominated for the Business Leadership Award for 2022 due to their ongoing collaboration and investment in workforce. Bo/Gar Enterprises has been growing and have expanded their capabilities by purchasing new equipment. Career Link has partnered with Bo/Gar Enterprises to upskill their workforce to cross train on the new machines. This has allowed Bo/Gar Enterprises to expand into new markets that were not previously available.
by Admin | Mar 21, 2023 | Business Leadership Award: 2022
Gateway Bronco is a handcrafted assembly line, specializing in restoration and custom build Broncos, producing over 50 custom builds a year, with a goal over 70 per year. All production is completed in house, providing multiple opportunities for training and employment throughout the manufacturing process. The company culture is to strive to empower and invest in all employees as well as foster a collaborative, team focused environment, adding to the employee’s quality of life and overall satisfaction. Gateway Bronco is the picture of leadership in our local workforce area. They are located in the small rural village of Hamel, Illinois with less than 1,000 residents. Gateway Bronco is a relatively young company less than 10 years old and growing. The company was an unknowing WIOA supporter, before partnering with Madison County Employment and Training by hiring WIOA trained CDL drivers.
by Admin | Mar 21, 2023 | Business Leadership Award: 2022
Midwest Career Source Vocational School, under the leadership of Administrator Dr. Sulbrena Day, is this year’s nomination for LWIA 24’s Business Leadership Award. Under Dr. Day’s leadership, MCS has serviced countless students in obtaining certifications and endorsements for medical positions (CNA, CMA, and a dual CNA/Psychiatric Technician) for the surrounding region’s hospital network (HSHS Healthcare, BJC Healthcare, BRIA Health Services, Carlyle Healthcare, and Gateway Regional Medical Center).
