Economic Development
I-69 Thumb Regional Summit to Highlight Opportunities; Honor Exporters
September 2, 2015 Real estate, talent, agribusiness and regional opportunities will be highlighted as the I-69 Thumb Region hosts its 4th Annual Regional Summit. The event takes place on September 23 from 7:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the Holiday Inn Gateway Centre in Flint. The half-day Summit is designed to provide businesses, government and […]
Read MoreSeasonal Conditions Push Up Unemployment Slightly in Flint & Genesee
September 2, 2015 Flint & Genesee saw a slight uptick in the number of unemployed from June to July, according to the most current data from the Michigan Bureau of Labor Market Information and Strategic Initiatives. “The rise was mostly due to some auto-related layoffs that are seasonal in nature and a normal July pattern,” […]
Read MorePTAC Gears Up for a Year of Activity
September 2, 2015 The I-69 Thumb Region Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC) has a track record of successfully preparing local businesses to win government contracts on the local, state and federal levels. It helps companies in a seven-county region – Shiawassee, Genesee, Lapeer, St. Clair, Tuscola, Sanilac and Huron – navigate the maze of government […]
Read MoreWe offer a variety of training to enhance the knowledge and skills of the community
August 12, 2015 While economic development is an important focus for the Flint & Genesee Chamber, we recognize that a key way to strengthen our economy is to invest in enhancing the knowledge and skills of the community. Our goal: increase the number of forward-thinking leaders, and well-educated and well-trained workers. With this in mind, […]
Read MoreStrong Signs of Improved Development Prospects
August 12, 2015 Now midway through 2015 and with a half year of outreach behind it, the Economic Development team at the Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce reports that the prospects for new investment have brightened considerably. Moreover, Flint & Genesee continues to benefit from the resurgent interest in Michigan. The Chamber’s ED staff […]
Read MoreMeet the Inaugural Class of Leadership NOW
August 12, 2015 Leadership NOW – an intensive, year-long leadership development program – is underway with an inaugural class of 11 high-potential leaders who live and/or work Genesee County. Over the next 10 months, the program will provide one-one-one executive coaching as well as group learning sessions covering building and managing a diverse team; creating […]
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