MiVirtualCareerFairs by Pure Michigan Talent Connect bring together Michigan companies and job seekers. Since 2012, MiVirtualCareerFairs have connected over 105 companies and 12,500 job seekers in an interactive, live, virtual environment!

The next MiVirtualCareerFair is scheduled for Wednesday, February 26, 2014 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. 

During MiVirtualCareerFair events, employer and job seeker participants can:

· Communicate via chat.

· Upload, view, and search for job postings and resumes. 

· Interact with other participants in the Networking Lounge.

· Follow and repost status updates to social and professional media during the live event.

It’s as easy as 1-2-3 for employers to exhibit: 

1. Register by February 13, 2013 by returning the completed 2014 MiVirtualCareerFair Exhibitor Registration Form to belangera2@michigan.org. 

2. Build your virtual booth, including active job openings, by the booth builder deadline of February 14, 2013 by using the user-friendly “Booth Builder” tools.

3. Ensure you have access to a reliable internet connection and provide a minimum of two company representatives for the entire duration of the event – 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. – to answer job seeker questions and accept job applications. 

You will have access to all job seeker resumes, profiles, and transcripts of your interactions, for 30 days following the event.

Exhibitor Rates:

January 13, 2014 – January 31, 2014 - $150.00 (Early Bird Registration Fee)

January 31, 2014 – February 13, 2014 - $300.00 (Standard Fee)

The last day for employers to register for the February 26, 2014 MiVirtualCareerFair is February 13, 2014.

2014 MiVirtualCareerFair Event Schedule:

Wednesday, February 26, 2014 from 10AM-4PM

Wednesday, May 21, 2014 from 10AM-4PM

Wednesday, August 27, 2014 from 10AM-4PM

Wednesday, November 12, 2014 from 10AM-4PM

For additional information and questions, please contact Andrew Belanger at belangera2@michigan.org.

Cheers,

Amy Cell

Senior Vice President, Talent Enhancement

Michigan Economic Development Corporation

Is your company in need of skilled technicians? The Michigan Economic Development Corporation is currently deploying the Michigan Advanced Technician Training Program (MAT²), an innovative and industry-defined approach to education. Benchmarked on the German Dual Education System, MAT² is an educational model, developed in conjunction with global technology leaders, that will combine theory, practice, and work experience to train a globally competitive workforce by:

• Creating a nationally accredit program, in which students receive an associate degree, along with other accreditations.
• Using industry-defined competencies and requirements to create highly-skilled, capable, and readily-employable graduates.
• Allow companies to "grow their own" employees and ensure their own professional competency standards are met by being directly involved in the education and training process.
• Establishing Michigan as an education innovator and global competitor.

MAT² is currently looking for industry partners to participate in a range of professions for the 2014-2015 programs, including Mechatronics, Design & Visualization (product design), and Information Technology.

Companies who express interest in participating with the 2014-2015 programs by Saturday, February 15, 2014 will be given priority status, and an opportunity to participate in the first Company Fair held in early March, where employers will have an opportunity to showcase their company and meet with prospective employees and MAT² students who have met all application requirements. A reservation form and additional information can be found on the MAT² Employer Page!

Please contact Jacqui Mieksztyn, Manager, Talent Programs, MAT2@michigan.org with any questions

The Michigan Shifting Gears program is looking for mentors to help support seasoned professionals during their career transition. For more information:www.mitalent.org/misg-mentors/. 

Role of Mentor:

· Be a sounding board to your mentee who may have many questions about their transition

· Critique mentee’s resume

· Introduce your mentee to others that might be able to provide career advice or potential opportunities

· Provide support and encouragement during the classroom training period and during the start of internship

· Attend graduation on May 1 (save the date), if possible

· Provide advice on career topics, and selectively introducing the mentee into your professional network

Any questions regarding the Michigan Shifting Gears program and the role of program mentors can be sent to Denise Flannery (flanneryd@michigan.org) or Rhonda Pierce (piercer2@michigan.org).

Are you a Detroit-area employer looking to recruit new talent?

LiveWorkDetroit!(LWD!) is a joint initiative of the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) and D:Hive, with the purpose to retain and attract college graduates to Detroit by promoting Detroit as a great place to live, work, and play. In 2013 LWD! brought over 1,000 college students to Detroit over a series of events to experience firsthand the employment and entrepreneurial opportunities, cultural attractions, and other sights of Detroit. Through these efforts, we aim to positively impact the number of college graduates who stay in Michigan.

We’re looking for employers from Southeast Michigan to network with attendees on Friday, February 7 at the Westin Book Cadillac Hotel. The employer networking segment from 2 - 4 p.m. on February 7 is an opportunity for employers to connect with soon-to-be graduates and recent graduates from undergraduate programs, graduate programs and community colleges. Registration fee is $50.

Register: http://www.eventbrite.com/e/employer-registration-liveworkdetroit-february-7th-tickets-9700178495

For more details, visit www.dhivedetroit.org/liveworkdetroit. 

The Business Leaders for Michigan will be holding the 2014 Leadership Summit: Building a New Michigan on March 10, 2014 at the Kellogg Hotel and Conference Center at Michigan State University in East Lansing, MI.

The summit will feature various CEO’s from around the state of Michigan to discuss their companies and leadership techniques. The summit will be a great way for companies and employers to learn and network with one another.

There is no cost to attend the summit. For more information, you can contact:

Jennifer Hayes

Business Leaders for Michigan

313-259-5400

jenniferh@businessleadersformichigan.com.

Click here to register today!