SMG Development Group played a key role in the planning and development of the Cloverland Electric Cooperative’s cutting-edge training facility in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan. With legislative support, this facility will provide vocational training in a diverse array of high-demand fields, including lineman training, CDL certification, smart grid technology and broadband infrastructure.

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The facility’s curriculum is designed to address the growing need for skilled professionals in essential industries, focusing on both traditional trades and cutting-edge technologies. In partnership with local educational institutions, unions and international corporations, the facility will offer hands-on training, certifications, and career development programs tailored to regional and global workforce demands.

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To support this initiative, SMG Development Group secured funding through New Market Tax Credits, Congressional Directed Spending, and Rural Utility Services financing. These strategic investments ensure that the facility remains at the forefront of workforce development, while driving long-term economic growth in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula.​

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This initiative exemplifies SMG Development Group’s commitment to driving workforce development, supporting regional innovation, and fostering sustainable economic growth through forward-thinking infrastructure projects.