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Flint & Genesee Chamber resumes in-person events
After more than a year of virtual networking and other remote activities due to the state restrictions on gatherings to slow the spread of COVID-19, the Flint & Genesee Chamber and its members are getting back together – in person. On May 25, the Chamber unveiled a brand new event called Connect over Coffee, which […]
Read MoreBusiness News – June 30, 2021
The Flint Downtown Development Authority Board of Directors in a unanimous vote has named Kiaira May to serve as executive director of the Flint DDA. May brings to the post extensive experience developing partnerships and revitalizing neighborhoods.
Read MoreBusiness News – June 9, 2021
After an extensive national search, Dr. Douglas Apple, MD, has agreed to serve as chief clinical officer (CCO) for the Ascension Michigan market, effective June 14.
Read MoreSorensen Gross looks to the future with new business partner and projects
Sorenson Gross Construction Co. sees a very bright future, post-pandemic, for the construction and construction service industries, says company President and Chief Operating Officer Rabih Zahnan. Having forged a new partnership with a mega-contractor based in the Middle East, the company is well-positioned to capitalize on future projects.
Read MoreBusiness News — May 19, 2021
The Michigan Economic Development Corp. (MEDC) Executive Committee on May 18 named Quentin L. Messer, Jr. as the MEDC’s new CEO. The announcement comes after a national search by the Executive Committee that included a needs analysis for the role and input from stakeholders statewide on key attributes for the position.
Read MoreCEO Blog: Navigating the Return to Work
Last week brought a whirlwind of COVID-19 guidance and information. The Center for Disease Control & Prevention issued new guidance on outdoor mask use for individuals who are fully vaccinated, while unvaccinated people are still required to wear a mask at outdoor and indoor gatherings. Quickly, the Michigan Department of Health & Human Services updated its guidance to align with the CDC.
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