Economic Development
Survey Results Point to Increased Hiring in 7-County Region Including Genesee
I-69 International Trade Corridor and MI Green Thumb Release Wage and Benefit Survey Results (FLINT, MICH. – June 2, 2014) Today, the Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce along with economic development partners in the I-69 International Trade Corridor and the MI Green Thumb released the results of a first-of-its-kind Regional Wage and Benefit Survey, […]
Read MoreCity of Flint Included in Southeastern Michigan as One of Twelve Regions Nationwide to be Chosen for U.S. Department of Commerce’s Investing in Manufacturing Communities Partnership (IMCP) Initiative
Flint, Michigan – May 28, 2014 – U.S. Secretary of Commerce Penny Pritzker today announced that Advance Michigan, a partnership representing a 13-county Michigan region anchored by the cities of Ann Arbor, Detroit, Flint, Lansing and Pontiac, has been designated to receive major federal investments aimed at revitalizing manufacturing through the Investing in Manufacturing Communities Program […]
Read MorePublic Policy Committee Focused on Issues That Matter Most to Business, Community
As the region’s lead business and economic development organization, it is important that you, our members know that you can trust us to represent your business and legislative interests. This includes addressing issues that impact job creation and being an active participant in the legislative and political process. Earlier this week, the Chamber Public Policy […]
Read MoreShared Services Becomes Newest Chamber Action Group
The Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce recently named Shared Services as its newest action group. Shared Services joins Economic Development, Education and Training, Convention & Visitors Bureau and Member Services as a focus for Chamber activity. The Shared Services Center serves as a center of excellence that helps local businesses and governments provide quality […]
Read MoreBarrette Outdoor Living is Made in Flint & Genesee
Warmer weather means more time outdoors and Barrette Outdoor Living specializes in creating an environment for outside comfort. Barrette Outdoor is North America’s leading manufacturer and distributor of vinyl, wood and aluminum fencing, railing, garden accents and sheds. In 2002, Barrette acquired Plastic Research Company in Flint. Today, molded trellises, arbors and fencing are Made […]
Read MoreChamber Shared Service Center Seeks Leadership Alliance Participants
The Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce Shared Services Leadership Alliance program is preparing to launch its second class. The six-month program is designed to provide public sector leaders with the knowledge and skills required to facilitate shared collaborative services. Participants will receive leadership and organizational development training, coaching/mentoring and team support development. Scheduled sessions […]
Read More