Rob Dickinson, CBSP has extensive experience in workforce development and business services. Rob is currently serving as the Regional Director of Business Services at Northwest Michigan Works!, leading various teams responsible for building and maintaining relationships with local employers. In this role, they focus on talent development, training, retention, and export connections.
Prior to their current position, Rob held several other roles at Northwest Michigan Works!, including Regional Director, Talent Development and Initiatives Manager, Business Services Coordinator, and Business Liaison. These roles involved overseeing workforce development programs, coordinating with schools and youth organizations, and providing services to employers such as job posting and recruitment.
Before joining Northwest Michigan Works!, Rob worked as a Resource Specialist at Networks Northwest - Northwest Prisoner Reentry. In this role, they worked with community agencies and parole to create tailored plans for training and services for clients transitioning back into society.
Overall, Rob Dickinson, CBSP has demonstrated a strong commitment to workforce development, fostering relationships between employers and job seekers, and supporting individuals in their career goals.
Rob Dickinson, CBSP has a Bachelor of Arts in Education with a focus on History from Arizona State University, which they obtained between 2004 and 2007. Rob also holds an Associate's degree from Northwestern Michigan College, although the specific field of study is unknown. In terms of additional certifications, Rob obtained the Welcoa Faculty certification from WELCOA (Wellness Council of America) in March 2020 and became a Certified Business Solutions Professional through the Michigan Works! Association in January 2015.
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