Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce
Flint & Genesee Chamber Urges YES Vote on Proposal 1
(FLINT, MICH. – July 17, 2014) Today, the Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce Public Policy Committee announced the endorsement of Proposal 1 on the August 5 statewide ballot. The proposal is designed to stabilize funding for local government services and help local small businesses without raising taxes, which is a priority for the Chamber.
Read MoreFlint & Genesee Chamber PTAC, MDOT Host Certification Training for Minority Owned Businesses
(FLINT, MICHIGAN – July 14) Are you a minority business owner looking to gain Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Certification? Do you have DBE Certification and need assistance with completion of the Michigan Unified Certification Application? Then plan to join the Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce Procurement and Technical Assistance Center (PTAC) and the Michigan […]
Read MoreSustainable Growth Depends on Communities Working Together
Recently, FirstMerit-Michigan in partnership with the Flint & Genesee Chamber hosted a Regional Leadership Forum. The featured speaker was Doug Rothwell, President of Business Leaders for Michigan, who presented an update on Michigan’s Turnaround Plan.
Read MorePTAC, MDOT Host DBE Certification Meeting for Minority Owned Businesses
On Wednesday, July 16 the Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce is partnering with the Michigan Department of Transportation to host a day-long Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) certification informational meeting and training from 9:30 a.m. — 4:00 p.m. The morning session will provide information regarding the DBE certification process and the afternoon will serve as […]
Read MoreTeenQuest Seeks Employers for Alums, Subsidy Available
The Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce TeenQuest program is looking for employers interested in hiring program alums between the ages of 18 and 21. Potential employers are eligible to have costs subsidized through a grant from the TeenQuest program. TeenQuest is a pre-employment and leadership program for teens ages 14 – 18. Graduates of […]
Read MoreBuckham Alley Fest Coming to Downtown Flint
On Saturday, July 12, Buckham Alley in downtown Flint will come alive with music and dancing as the Buckham Alley Fest takes over the streets. The free festival runs from 4:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. and features 10 bands on two stages, steel drums, artisans, street performers and handmade crafts. For more information, visit www.buckhamalleyfest.com. […]
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