Seven local businesses in the City of Romulus have received Going PRO Talent Fund grants, totaling $255,819. This state funding will allow businesses to continue investing in their employees and demonstrating growth in 2021 and 2022, officials said.
The Going PRO Talent Fund assists employers with training, developing and retention of current and newly-hired employees. This helps ensure that Michigan employers attract and keep the talent they need to compete and grow, while also ensuring applicants have the skills they need for in-demand jobs, according to Romulus Mayor Robert McCraight.
“Romulus has a rich community of hardworking individuals who show up to work every day and play their part in supporting our city's local economy, said McCraight. “With support from the Going PRO Talent Fund, our local businesses will have the means necessary to ensure that our working community has the skills and resources they need to grow and thrive.”
Romulus businesses awarded Going PRO Talent Fund grants include: Aerostar Manufacturing, 2021 - $45,495/2022 - $496,392; Aztec Manufacturing, 2021 - $11,030/ 2022 - $12,000; Environmental Testing and Consulting, 2021 - $43,272/2022 - $30,450; Metro Machine Works, 2021 - $2,385; Superior Materials LLC; 2021 - $3,000/2022 - $4,500; USF Holland, 2021 - $30,000 and Yapp, 2021 - $27,395.
“Michigan's greatest asset is our people. We need to continue investing in them to ensure a strong economic recovery and growth,” said Gov. Gretchen Whitmer in a prepared statement. “Programs like the Going PRO Talent Fund help us put Michiganders first, ensuring they can get on a path to a good-paying job and empower businesses of all sizes to develop the talent they need to compete in the global economy.”
