News Releases
Head of U.S. Small Business Administration Announces Economic Support Package to Spur Growth in Flint
New funding bolsters existing disaster declaration, will aid businesses, individuals (FLINT, Mich. – February 26, 2016) Maria Contreras-Sweet, Administrator for the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) and a member of President Obama’s Cabinet, was in Flint, Michigan today to announce additional SBA assistance for businesses and individuals affected by the ongoing water crisis there. This package […]
Read MoreFlint & Genesee Chamber Lauds Governments for Funds, Calls for Quick Removal of Lead Service Lines
City’s economic health is at stake as long as lead pipes remain in place (FLINT, Mich. – February 25, 2016) The Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce is thankful for the funds committed by federal and state governments, and now the focus must be on removing the lead pipes from Flint’s water system as soon […]
Read MoreBottled Water Distribution for Businesses Cancelled for Feb. 25; Resumes March 1
(FLINT, Mich. — Feb. 24, 2016) Due to the winter storm, the Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce will not be distributing bottled water for businesses on Thursday, Feb. 25. The service will resume on Tuesday, March 1, at its regular time. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Read MoreFlint & Genesee Chamber Triples Business Training Offerings
(FLINT, Mich. – Feb. 19, 2016) If you’re looking to take advantage of professional development opportunities this year, the Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce is a good place to start. Based on participant feedback and requests from local businesses, the organization has nearly tripled its training sessions for 2016. The release of the organization’s […]
Read MoreFlint & Genesee Chamber, eTEAM Host Jumpstart Entrepreneur Conference
(FLINT, Mich. – Feb. 17, 2016) Entrepreneurs and small business owners can gain the knowledge and resources needed to start a business during the Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce eTEAM’s ninth annual Jumpstart Conference. This year’s conference will feature three new breakout sessions for prospective and fledgling business owners along with the annual awards […]
Read MoreFlint & Genesee Chamber Welcomes New Members in January
(FLINT, Mich., February 15, 2016) –The Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce today announced continued growth in its membership, with seven area businesses joining the organization in January These new members represent a wide range of industries and are actively contributing to the success and economic activity of this region.
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