THE TEAM

We Value People.  With 35+ years of Workforce and Construction Industry experience, the MUST Workforce team brings a unique blend of vision, innovation and boots-on-the-ground grit to every project. Our team members reflect the commitment we have to respect, professional development and collaboration.

Cheryl Sanford
Director of Workforce Development

Cheryl has been a fixture in the Michigan workforce development community for decades bringing leadership, enthusiasm and a thoughtful approach to connecting with talent, especially in traditionally underrepresented communities

Jennifer Mefford
Strategic Alliances,
Industry Outreach &
Business Development

Jennifer’s experience in business and program development for the construction industry, and her work directly with employers, labor unions and apprentices training centers provides important connectivity to a variety of industry career pathways.  Jennifer’s experience includes leadership roles in the Clean Energy & EV sectors.

Kevin Weeks
Director of Business Development

Kevin has worked extensively in workforce program management for a variety of organizations including Michigan Works where he connected job seekers with opportunities and career pathways with an outcome driven approach.

Ron Merritt
Project Coordinator

Ron’s extensive experience in workforce development including serving as Project Coordinator for innovative programs like Fast Track, brings unmatched field experience and knowledge to the MUST Workforce team. 

Kiah Esaw
Project Coordinator

Kiah has served as Project Coordinator on a variety of workforce programs and brings an attention to detail and structure to all MUST Workforce programs that assure a smooth project from start to finish.

JoAnn Bailey
Project Consultant

JoAnn Bailey specializes in curriculum development and career exploration program management for the construction industry.  JoAnn’s management of the Access for All program and other curriculum contributions ensure that MUST Workforce delivers quality education and training for career explorers.