“Today we celebrate our Independence Day,” isn’t just a classic line from a Hollywood blockbuster. For Americans, it’s a value we carry with us throughout the year. Yes, on the Fourth of July we indulge in some of the recreational aspects of the American experience: barbecues, beach vacations,...

When you’re walking the halls of Goodwill Industries of Greater Detroit’s headquarters on Grand River Ave. you’ll likely get a warm hello and big smile from Felicia Hunter, chief administrative officer and executive vice president of employment and training. In her role at Goodwill, Felicia...

When he retired as an iron worker, Julius Norman Jr., wanted to give back to the Detroit community. The Goodwill Industries of Greater Detroit Welding Training Program gave him the opportunity he was looking for. Raised in Detroit, Julius has worked as a Welding Trade Program Coordinator for...

Detroit native, Shanell Shelby, has been a key driver toward Goodwill Industries of Greater Detroit’s mission by preparing and guiding job seekers into employment. As the program manager for Goodwill’s North Oakland Career Center, which partners with Oakland County Michigan Works!, Shanell...