Economic Development
Chamber Shared Services Makes Park Partnership a Reality
The summer of 2014 brought a major change for Flint residents surrounding Max Brandon, Flint Park Lake and Thread Lake parks. Through an agreement between the City of Flint and the Genesee County Parks, the three parks are now maintained and patrolled by the Genesee County Parks and Park Rangers. In addition, new programs are […]
Read MoreSpud Software is Made in Flint & Genesee
Grand Blanc-based Spud Software develops programming for major corporations, as well as small businesses in industries ranging from automotive to health care. The Made in Flint & Genesee company specializes in database and software development, along with web and mobile apps.
Read MorePTAC Offers 4 Steps to Government Contracting Success in the Thumb
The Flint and Genesee Chamber of Commerce Procurement and Technical Assistance Center (PTAC) will present the 4 Steps to Government Contracting Success on Thursday, October 2 from 1:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Thumb Area Michigan Works in Marlette, which is located in Sanilac County.
Read MoreInside Business Recommends: 3 Business & Leadership Reads
Check out these articles that may prove helpful as you run your business or 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, Inc., New York Times and Wall Street Journal. We hope you find these […]
Read MoreI-69 Thumb Region Honors Local Exporters
(FLINT, MICH. – September 18) Today, six businesses were recognized for their foray into exporting from the I-69 Thumb Region, which includes Genesee, Lapeer, Huron, Sanilac, St. Clair, Shiawassee and Tuscola counties. More than 170 business, civic and education leaders were on hand as Exporter of the Year awards were presented during the 2014 I-69 […]
Read MoreI-69 Thumb Regional Summit to Highlight Opportunities; Honor Exporters
(FLINT, MICH. – September 11, 2014) Talent, industry trends, regional projects and opportunities will be highlighted as the I-69 Thumb Region hosts its 2014 Regional Summit. The event takes place on Thursday, September 18 from 7:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the Holiday Inn Gateway Centre in Flint.
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