Education & Training
We 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 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 […]
Read MoreLunch & Learn: Advertising Layout & Design
August 12, 2015 A strong design is key to a successful advertisement. But what makes it strong? Are you hitting on all the needed components? Is the design effective for the placement (billboard vs print vs digital, etc.)? In this session, we’ll talk about and show case studies on what makes an effective ad, […]
Read MoreCareer Edge Workshops Address Job Search, Interview Preparation
August 12, 2015 Research shows that job seekers who participate in workforce training programs are nearly three times more likely to secure a job than those who do not. And while the Chamber’s Career Edge workshop series – which kicks off this month – doesn’t guarantee job placement, it does offer participants the opportunity to […]
Read MoreHundreds of Teens Beautify Flint Streets, Parks for SYI Volunteer Service Day
(FLINT, Mich., Aug. 5, 2015) – From boarding up houses to cutting grass, 270 local teens today took on beautification projects in several Flint-area neighborhoods and parks.
Read MoreNEARLY $4 MILLION IN GRANTS AIMS TO HELP FLINT-AREA YOUTH IN THEIR QUEST FOR SUCCESS
FLINT, Mich. – Efforts to help area children and teens succeed in — and beyond — the classroom have received an important boost, thanks to nearly $4 million in funding from the Charles Stewart Mott Foundation. The grants to the Genesee Area Focus Fund include: $3.1 million for YouthQuest, a comprehensive afterschool program that provides […]
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