Last week, Talent 2025 released a Returning Citizens report, which highlights best practices for employers when hiring individuals with a criminal history. Whitney White sat down with Returning Citizens Working Group Project Manager Heather Garretson to learn more about these best practices.
When the U.S. Chamber Foundation recently recognized Michigan for its leadership in advancing employer-led talent strategies, it was more than an award. It was recognition...
Preparing every high school student for career success is essential to the long‑term economic health of West Michigan and a priority for TalentFirst. Our region’s...
At TalentFirst, early literacy is foundational to our mission of strengthening West Michigan’s long‑term talent pipeline. Reading is not just an academic milestone—it is a...