The Livingston County Workforce Development Council
One of 25 Workforce Boards in Michigan charged with implementing the Michigan Works! system of integrated services for employers and job seekers. Members are appointed by the Livingston County Board of Commissioners and certified annually by the Governor.
2012 Council Members
| Trevor Brooks | Brooks Business Enterprises | |
| Patrick Casady | Ogihara America Corporation | |
| Rick Currie, Chair | Vantage HR, LLC | |
| John Davanzo | St. Joseph Mercy, Livingston | |
| Fred Dillingham | Economic Development Council | |
| Elaine Esch, Vice-Chair | Esch Farms | |
| Sue Fulton | Livingston-Shiawasee Dept of Human Services | |
| Charles Fuqua | Transtar Autobody Technologies | |
| Steve Giradin | Michigan Rehabilitation Services | |
| Richard Heinrich | Fowlerville Community Schools | |
| Gary Hellmer | IBEW Local 58 | |
| Bob Howald | Mott Community College | |
| Erica Karfonta | OLHSA | |
| Polly Mallory | Family Resource Center | |
| Michael Mitchell | Markham Oil Co. | |
| Doug Mohr | Machining Center, Inc. | |
| Kate Roberts | Got Web Solutions, Inc. | |
| Dale Smith | UAW Retirees | |
| Gina Spadafora | F & M Enterprises, LLC | |
| Lauren Wilson | Hatch Stamping and Assembly Co. |
Strategic Goals
As part of its strategic plan, the Workforce Development Council has identified five strategic goals for the county's workforce development system.
- Executive Committee
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The Executive Committee consists of the Chair and Vice Chair of the Council, the immediate past chair, and all committee chairs and co-chairs.The committee will develop a business plan for the Council and will monitor the progress of the each committee in implementing its portion of the plan. The committee also sets the agenda for all workforce council meetings, and has authority to act on behalf of the council in cases where timely action is needed before the next scheduled council meeting. This committee meets on the second Thursday of every month at 8:00 a.m. at Michigan Works! Livingston Service Center.
- Employer Services Committee
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This committee oversees the development and delivery of business services, labor exchange services, and the self service resources available at the Michigan Works! Livingston Service Center. The committee establishes local proceduresfor demand-driven training services such as incumbent worker training, on-the-job training, and customized training programs. It is responsible for maintaining strong linkages with the local economic development services, and also establishes outreach and marketing priorities. The committee meets at 8 a.m. on the second Wednesday of the month at the Michigan Works! Livingston Service Center.
- Job Seeker Services Committee
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- Livingston Business and Education Alliance
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The Livingston Business and Education Alliance LBEA) aims to better connect business and education to develop and retain talent in our region. The LBEA functions as the Educational Advisory Group and the Youth Council for the Livingston County Workforce Development Council. Members are apponited by the Workforce Development Council and serve three-year terms.
The mission of the Livingston Business and Education Alliance is to foster collaboration to "keep local talent local.”
The vision of the Livingston Business and Education Alliance is to create a culture of educational and industry support in which educators and business leaders routinely engage in creative dialogue and planning. As a result of its efforts, LBEA expects the following results:
- Livingston County economic growth and development is enhanced.
- Businesses gain talented and skilled employees.
- Educational opportunities for students and retrained workers are expanded.
- Active and mutual support of internships, work experience, and other forms of life-long learning is evidenced.
The LBEA's key initiative in 2011 and 2012 is the "Intern Livingston" program. Click here to visit the Intern Livingston website.
Minutes of Recent Meetings