Wake Up West Coast 10/10/2017 (Formerly EBB)

Name: Wake Up West Coast 10/10/2017 (Formerly EBB)

Date: October 10, 2017

Time: 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM EDT

Registration: Sorry, public registration for this event has been closed.

Event Description:

Are Students Prepared for the Workplace?

The talent shortage is real here in West Michigan, and throughout the state. Young people in school today will be joining the workforce tomorrow. But are they being prepared for success in the 21st century work environment? Join us for breakfast with Roger Curtis, Michigan's new Talent and Economic Development Leader, and hear his recommendations on how to help ensure our students are best prepared for their future careers.

Director Roger Curtis was named director of the Department of Talent and Economic Development by Governor Rick Snyder in November 2016. The department works to ensure that the state can efficiently and effectively develop, administer and coordinate Michigan's economic, housing, and talent development initiatives and programs.

Director Curtis previously spent 10 years as president of Michigan International Speedway. Under his leadership, MIS hosted two annual NASCAR races, bringing an estimated $414 million in economic activity to the state. Director Curtis is a native of Terre Haute, Indiana and graduated from Indiana State University. He lives in Onsted and serves as treasurer of the Onsted Board of Education.

New this season... Stay after breakfast to continue networking and meet the presenter! As always, come early for pre-coffee networking.

Director Roger Curtis

UPDATE:
Download a copy of Mary Lynn Noah's presentation on Talent and Economic Development