Economic Development
4 Business & Leadership Reads: Talent and Workforce Development
November 4, 2015 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 some aspects of talent […]
Read MoreWe need elected officials who are business friendly, government savvy
October 14, 2015 Recently, the Flint & Genesee Chamber announced the endorsement of Dayne Walling for reelection as Mayor of Flint. Given that the Flint water supply is top of mind for most people, I know it is difficult to set the issue aside, it’s the City’s top priority. But I ask that you step […]
Read MorePNC Surveys Finds Michigan Business Outlook Improves But Hiring on Hold
October 14, 2015 Small and mid-sized business owners remain relatively optimistic about their prospects during this fall and winter, according to PNC Bank’s semi-annual economic outlook survey. However, slightly fewer intend to hire and the number of them who expect lower sales grew. Fourteen percent of survey respondents told PNC Bank that they planned to […]
Read MoreMichigan’s Work Comp Rate Continues to Decrease, Saving Job Providers $327M
October 14, 2015 Michigan’s workers’ compensation system continues to demonstrate to job seekers and employers that our state has the right regulatory environment for economic growth while still protecting injured workers. The Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs today announced the pure premium advisory rate for workers’ compensation insurance will drop by an average […]
Read More4 Business & Leadership Reads
October 14, 2015 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 various aspects of employee […]
Read MoreMini Expo for Food-based Businesses
(FLINT, Mich. – Oct. 1, 2015) Starting or expanding your food-oriented small business can be more than just a dream. If it is your desire to earn the rewards of your culinary skills by launching your food-based business or taking an existing operation to the next level, then this event is for you.
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