Economic Development
Strategic business partnerships may be key to winning government contracts
For many small businesses, gaining a foothold into the lucrative field of government contracting requires a team effort. The Flint & Genesee Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC) stands ready to help business owners understand the ins and outs of “joint ventures,” “teaming arrangements” and “mentor protégé programs.”
Read MoreMcLaren Flint announces $46 million expansion of cancer center and region’s only proton therapy center
McLaren Flint announces $46 million expansion of cancer center and region’s only proton therapy center to grow comprehensive oncology care in Genesee County
Read MoreMoving Flint Forward with Bella’s Concessions & Catering
Earlier this year, 15 small businesses in Flint were awarded $10,000 each through our Moving Flint Forward Small Business Grant Program. And for Tonya Atkins — who was laid off from her primary job for a few months at the beginning of the pandemic — that funding made all the difference. “It seems like at […]
Read MoreMoving Flint Forward with CompuNinjas
It’s been just over two years since Jackie Earley purchased and started rehabbing a vacant building in the Grand Traverse District. Today, that building is home to CompuNinjas, Earley’s computer repair shop. “I was born and raised in Flint,” said Earley. “I believe this city has a lot of potential. It needs work, but all […]
Read MoreMoving Flint Forward with Sal’s Gym
Earlier this year, General Motors and the Flint & Genesee Group awarded grants to 15 small businesses in Flint. Among those recipients was Sal’s Gym Flint, located at University Avenue and Bangs Street. Below, husband-and-wife duo Jacob and Ashleigh Saldaña share a bit about their business’ history and the impact of the Moving Flint Forward […]
Read MoreChevy Commons to become a state park under a plan announced by Gov. Whitmer
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer announced plans to create a new Michigan state park in the City of Flint by utilizing federal relief dollars from President Biden’s American Recovery Plan. This would mark the first state park in Genesee County and when completed would become Michigan’s 104th state park.
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