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Innovators at Work Case Studies
The Business-Higher Education Forum’s Innovators at Work series showcases partnerships between business and higher education that are driving workforce transformation. Through case studies, this series highlights best practices, proven strategies, and impactful collaborations that address critical talent challenges and equip learners with the skills needed for the future workforce.
Partnering with Employers to Unlock Liberal Arts Talent
Grand Valley State University’s Laker Accelerated Talent Link is bridging the gap between liberal arts education and high-demand careers by connecting students with employer-backed scholarships, mentoring, and real-world experience that lead directly to job offers.
Wellmark and Drake University are Shaping the Future Workforce with Career Readiness
As its demand for technology talent surged, Wellmark Inc., a leading health insurance company in the Midwest, faced a competitive hiring landscape. To secure a steady pipeline of skilled candidates, Wellmark, in partnership with Drake University, launched the Wellmark BlueX: Technology Applied Learning Program—an innovative initiative integrating early campus recruitment with student success strategies.
Hudson County Community College and Eastern Millwork Create a Transformative Apprenticeship Program
Eastern Millwork, Inc. faced a critical challenge: finding highly skilled talent to meet its specialized manufacturing needs. To address this challenge, the company partnered with Hudson County Community College, and seven months later, they launched the Eastern Millwork-Holz Technik Academy.