Economic Development
Now’s the Time to ‘Save the Date’
January 13, 2016 With 2016 in full-swing, the Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce event’s calendar is already chockfull of engagements to whet your business appetite for training and development, networking opportunities and a host of other services.
Read MoreKarcher Appointed to the 2016 Mid-America Economic Development Council Board of Directors
January 13, 2016 Janice Karcher, Vice President of Economic Development for the Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce, has been appointed to the Mid-America Economic Development Council (Mid-America EDC) Board of Directors. Karcher, who joined the Mid-America EDC board in December, will serve a 3-year term.
Read MoreLeadership Reads: Ways to Get Off to a Great Start in 2016
January 13, 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. In this issue, Inside Business explores different ways to get […]
Read More2015 is coming to a close
December 16, 2015 As the year comes to a close, it’s a good time to reflect back on what the Chamber has accomplished in 2015. And from where I sit, the picture is very clear. Our strategic plan, mission and core values have created a strong roadmap, which is leading to incremental, positive changes.
Read MorePerformance Fabricating expanding in Fenton, adding 52 jobs
December 16, 2015 The Michigan Economic Development Corporation on Dec. 10 announced Michigan Strategic Fund actions to support the expansion of Performance Fabricating, LLC in Fenton Township, a project that is expected to generate $9 million in private investment and create 52 jobs. The company has outgrown its current facility and plans to construct a […]
Read More3rd Annual Flint & Genesee ‘Meet the Buyer’ Event
The Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with Region 6 PTAC and the I-69 Thumb Region, are gearing up for the 3rd Annual Flint & Genesee Meet the Buyer event. This event takes place Jan. 28, from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., at the Riverfront Banquet Center in Flint. The format is similar […]
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