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III.J Retention Support

The organizations listed below provide assistance in Retaining quality employees.
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Grand Traverse Industries
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Contact:
Steve H. Perdue
 
President / CEO
Address:
2883 Aero Park
 
Traverse City, MI 49686
Phone:
(231)922-4886
FAX:
(231)922-4894
Organization Type:
Private non-profit
Services Provided:
Employment and Training ($)
Description:
Services include employment and training, 2-4 week work experience, work hardening, work evaluation which can be followed by job development and job placement with job coaching and follow along. Target populations are persons with disabilities and other barriers to employment.
 
Joyous Life Counseling (Traverse City Chamber of Commerce Member)
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Contact:
Kathy Martin
 
Licensed Professional Counselor
Address:
3197 Logan Valley Road
 
Traverse City, MI 49684
Phone:
231.499.1371
Organization Type:
Private for profit
Services Provided:
Counseling for Individuals and Marriage ($)
Contact by phone:
231.499.1371
Contact by mail:
3197 Logan Valley Road Traverse City, MI 49684
Customer Contact:
Kathy Martin
Description:
I offer counseling services related to workplace adjustment, emotional issues, mental health, substance abuse and marriage counseling.  I am a D.O.T. Substance Abuse Professional and am qualified in Critical Incident Stress Debriefing.
 
Kelly Services, Inc. (Traverse City Chamber of Commerce Member)
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Contact:
Diane Charboneau
 
District Manager
Address:
1535 S. Division Street, Suite 110
 
Traverse City, MI 49684
Phone:
231.947.8532
FAX:
231.947.3118
Organization Type:
Private for profit
Services Provided:
Staffing Solutions ($)
Contact by phone:
231.947.8532
Contact by e-mail:
Visit our offices:
1535 S. Division Street, Suite 110
Description:
Business ServicesInnovative staffing solutions for the world today


Since 1946 the world’s most respected multinational companies have steadily turned to Kelly Services for strategic and innovative staffing solutions. Our portfolio of services enables us to meet your company’s staffing needs across all divisions and departments, from office to marketing, finance to engineering — plus law, science, information technology, education and many others.

Our unique strengths and extensive experience will benefit your business wherever it operates around the globe. You’ll find that your worldwide staffing success is not just our business - it’s our promise. Kelly’s key strengths and values include:

  • Respected global company
  • Dedicated branch network that is 100% company owned
  • Solid history and legacy within the staffing industry
  • Strong financial stability
  • Exemplary reputation for integrity
  • Broad spectrum of employment and management solutions
  • Proven quality system
  • Innovative recruiting and retention strategies

For details on how Kelly can help you, contact us today and apply the Kelly advantage to your business needs.

 
Northwest Michigan Works! (Traverse City Chamber of Commerce Member)
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Phone:
(231) 922-3700
Organization Type:
Public/governmental
Services Provided:
Employer Services - Business Liaisons
Contact by phone:
1-800-442-1074
Contact by e-mail:
Description:
Northwest Michigan Works! Business Liaisons provide a single point of contact for businesses in ten counties of Northwest Michigan. They assist businesses with human resources needs, employee training, and employee recruitment. Business Liaisons write On-the-Job Training Contracts through the federally funded Workforce Investment Act, reimbursing businesses 50% of a new employee's wage for up to six months. Contact Meg Havenga at the Traverse City office for information about these services and to connect with your local Business Liaison.
 
Telamon Corporation (Traverse City Chamber of Commerce Member)
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Contact:
J. Abel Sanchez
 
Regional Manager
Address:
3301 Veterns Drive Suite 203
 
Traverse City, MI 49684
Phone:
231-941-5300
FAX:
231941-0924
Organization Type:
Public/governmental
Services Provided:
Employment and Training Agency
Contact by phone:
231-941-5300
Contact by e-mail:
Contact on web site:
Visit our offices:
3301 Ventarn's Drive Suite 203
Customer Contact:
Regional Manager
Description:
We are part of the "Workforce Investment Act of 1998." We are committed advocates for people in need. Our mission is to promote the development of human potential by providing resources and creating opportunities in the communities we serve. Assistance is provided generally to adults and youth who meet minimal eligibility requirements and to populations with special needs, including migrant and other seasonally employed farm workers. Specific Eligibility Criteria may also be viewed. 
 
True North Lean Systems, Inc.
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Contact:
Jim Garvale
 
President
Address:
8285 Wallinwood Springs Drive
 
Jenison, MI 49682
Phone:
616-457-1897
FAX:
616-457-1897
Organization Type:
Private for profit
Services Provided:
LEAN Manufacturing Implementation ($)
Contact by phone:
616-457-1897
Contact by e-mail:
Description:

We specialize in assisting manufacturing and service organizations in the implementation of lean manufacturing principles. Specifically the Toyota Production System, thereby positively affecting their profitability and competitive positions.

 

This page last updated on 9/14/2006.
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