Economic Development
PTAC Certification Series
February24, 2016 Some government contracts are set aside for certain businesses with special certifications, such as woman-owned, small disadvantaged businesses and veteran-owned. However, the odds of businesses owned by women winning a federal contract are about 21 percent lower than for otherwise similar companies, according to a new report from the Commerce Department. The Region 6 […]
Read MoreLeadership Reads: Entrepreneurialism
February 24, 2016 Check out these articles that may prove helpful as you run your business, provide leadership tips and strategies, or spur creativity in your organization. The articles were selected from a variety of publications and websites, such as Fortune, Inc., Fast Company, New York Times and Wall Street Journal. On the eve of the 9th Annual Jumpstart Conference, Inside […]
Read MoreFlint & Genesee Chamber, eTEAM Host Jumpstart Entrepreneur Conference
(FLINT, Mich. – Feb. 17, 2016) Entrepreneurs and small business owners can gain the knowledge and resources needed to start a business during the Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce eTEAM’s ninth annual Jumpstart Conference. This year’s conference will feature three new breakout sessions for prospective and fledgling business owners along with the annual awards […]
Read MoreFlint Small Business Assistance Forum Feb. 18
(FLINT, Mich. – Feb. 9, 2016) Business owners feeling the impact of Flint’s water emergency should attend the Flint Small Business Assistance Forum on Feb. 18, from 5-7 p.m., at Berston Field House, 3300 Saginaw St.
Read MoreResponse to Member Survey on Flint Water is Appreciated
February 3, 2016 The situation with Flint water continues to be on the hearts and minds of people here locally and across the nation. The outpouring of support that our city and its residents have received from everyday people, corporations and celebrities has been tremendous. Although I lead the Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce […]
Read MoreHealth & Wellness in the Workplace: Bottled Water for Businesses
February 3, 2016 The Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce has free bottled water available for Flint businesses and public community centers impacted by the city’s ongoing water emergency. The water was made available by private donors, in collaboration with the City of Flint, Genesee County and the State of Michigan, and is intended exclusively […]
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