My interests often lie in workforce trends and challenges. Many community groups share my passion, but Talent 2025 has stood out to me with its focus on talent development and job attraction in West Michigan. Recently, I joined their working group for the Diversity and Inclusion Community of Practice, representing Springthrough.

STEM – ever heard of it? I am guessing you have. The acronym for Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics is a focus for many programs funded at the federal level. And for good reason. As our world continues to become more complex, it is critical that we have the knowledge, skills and abilities to solve tough problems. By studying science, technology, engineering and math (STEM), we develop the skills to innovate and build solutions.