PSC turns 36!
PSC president Peter Pratt Public Sector Consultants’ president, Peter Pratt, has been with the firm for 29 years. In honor of PSC’s 36th birthday this past month, he reflects on those past three decades. “During the years I’ve been at PSC, I’ve seen the firm grow and get better. As a company, we’re steadier and we’re […]
Talent in Michigan: Setting an ambitious agenda
An interactive conversation hosted by Public Sector Consultants Talent retention, recruitment and development are key to a healthy workforce. On Oct. 29, Public Sector Consultants will bring together experts in these areas to discuss how Michigan can better diversify, grow and strengthen its labor pool. Participate in an interactive conversation with Kevin Stotts, president of […]
Region 9 Prosperity Summit…setting the course for the future!
Come hear from leaders of successful regional economic partnerships about how they have moved their talent and economic agendas forward, discuss how these models could be applied in Region 9 and identify priority actions for next year’s Prosperity Initiative grant. Monday, Nov. 16, 20159:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.Washtenaw Community CollegeMorris Lawrence Conference Center4800 E Huron […]
In the Gears: PSC’s evaluation skills inform decision-makers
Effective policy does not end with implementation; programs, initiatives and policies must be continuously evaluated to make sure they are reaching their milestones and goals. At PSC, consultants work with clients to design and conduct evaluations in the policy areas of health, education and environment and energy. Evaluation may be focused at the program, initiative […]
Voters, experts agree: It’s time for an independent redistricting commission
Redistricting made national headlines this past June when the U.S. Supreme Court upheld Arizona’s independent redistricting commission — a bipartisan alternative to having the state legislature draw voting lines. In Arizona State Legislature v. Arizona Independent Redistricting, the Republican-led legislature claimed the commission was unconstitutional. The Supreme Court ruled 5-4 in favor of the commission, […]
In the Gears: Defining the problems — and solutions — for Region 9
Defining problems and solutions through facilitation, strategic counsel and strategic planning is the focus in this installment of In the Gears, a series that highlights the tools PSC uses to turn the gears of public policy innovation. Other focus areas include research, implementation and evaluation. When Gov. Rick Snyder announced his statewide Regional […]
The Michigan Clean Energy Reports: A look at clean energy
Participants engage at a Great Lakes Renewable Energy Association energy fair. Communities throughout Michigan are making clean energy efforts, but it’s important to take a closer look at what’s actually being implemented and what types of solutions would lead to better results. That’s where Michigan Saves comes in. Managed by Public Sector Consultants, Michigan Saves […]
PSC report makes recommendations to improve Michigan’s education system
Michigan’s economic future depends on the state’s ability to produce a talented workforce that can both create new businesses and jobs and attract them from around the world. But despite the importance of education and talent to the state’s future, Michigan is struggling. For the past ten years, Michigan has consistently ranked in the bottom […]
Beyond the battlefield: Bridging the disconnect between public perception and the state’s efforts
Most Michiganders think the state doesn’t give returning veterans adequate services, according to a recent poll from Michigan Radio and Public Sector Consultants. According to the Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency (MVAA), however, the problem is not a lack of services, but a lack of awareness. The two-year-old agency was established by Gov. Rick Snyder in […]
Tracking the class of 2015: Where will millennials move post-graduation?
As spring comes to a close, students across the nation will pour out of the hallowed halls of colleges and universities to launch their careers and their futures. As tassels are moved from right to left and caps of all colors are tossed into the air, many decisions have already been made about jobs, apartments […]