Ross Innovative Employment Solutions

Ross Innovative Employment Solutions is a customer-driven workforce development company based in Detroit with a national presence spanning over 13 states. Founded in the 1970s, they are a national leader in providing high-quality and performance-driven workforce development services under various federal and state programs. Ross IES specializes in empowering both job seekers and employers through comprehensive workforce readiness programs and talent acquisition solutions.

Ross Innovative Employment Solutions operates as a comprehensive workforce development partner, focusing on improving the design, implementation, and operations of workforce development programs across multiple states. The company works closely with Workforce Development Boards, local workforce agencies, and community organizations to identify and support business community labor force needs, job seeker requirements, and economic development objectives.

With decades of experience since the 1970s, Ross IES has successfully operated programs under various federal acts including the Comprehensive Employment and Training Act (CETA), Job Training Partnership Act (JTPA), and the current Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA). They also manage TANF Welfare Transition programs and various state and local workforce initiatives, demonstrating their adaptability and expertise in government-funded employment services.

The company's dual-focus approach serves both job seekers and employers effectively. For job seekers, they provide workforce readiness skills required by businesses to succeed, helping youth and adults enter or re-enter the labor market. For employers, Ross IES offers qualified staffing solutions at no cost, acting as a bridge between businesses seeking talent and individuals seeking employment opportunities.

Ross IES brings a goal-oriented philosophy to all their workforce development programs, emphasizing measurable outcomes and superior program performance. Their mission centers on partnering with state and local agencies to design and implement high-quality job readiness programs tailored to address the specific identified needs of each community they serve.

With a leadership team including CEO Shawn Brenner, Vice President Brenda Motley Aikens, and Vice President of Contracts Administration Lynn Fournier, Ross IES maintains a strong operational foundation while continuing to expand their services across their extensive geographic footprint throughout the United States.