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The Going PRO Talent Fund, formerly known as Skilled Trades Training Fund, makes awards to employers to assist in training, developing and retaining current and newly hired employers. The Michigan Workforce Development Agency has announced the winners for the fiscal year 2019. Grant funds have been awarded to five companies in St. Clair County, totaling $82,940. Training funds awarded are used in is short-term and customized training to meet employee skills requirements for hiring needs and to help close skills gaps for existing employees. Training must lead to a credential or skill that is transferable and recognized by the industry. The five companies are Blue Water Controls, Brenner Electric, Britt Manufacturing, Centracore and Cogent Hex.