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Leadership NOW Seeks Current, Emerging Leaders for 2018 Cohort
Informational sessions to be held October 3, 4, 6, 11 and 12 (FLINT, Mich., September 25, 2017) – Leadership NOW – a comprehensive, professional development program for individuals who work and/or live in Genesee County – is seeking candidates for its next cohort, which will begin Jan. 26, 2018. The program, led by the Flint & […]
Read MoreI-69 Thumb Region Selects Winner of the Catapult Business Plan Competition
Today, seven businesses vied for the top spot in the 2017 Catapult Business Competition, with Smart Shelf LLC in St. Clair County winning first-place and taking home the $5,000 grand prize. The final round was held today as part of the 6th Annual Regional Summit, hosted by the I-69 Thumb Region at the Lapeer Country […]
Read MoreFlint & Genesee Chamber Welcomes New Members in August
(FLINT, Mich., Sept. 15, 2017) –The Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce today announced continued growth in its membership, with 18 area businesses joining the organization in August. These new members represent a wide range of industries, and are actively contributing to the success and economic activity of this region. “We’re pleased to welcome our […]
Read MoreTeenQuest Opens Enrollment for Pre-Employment, Leadership Training
Countywide Afterschool Program Kicks Off First Session Sept. 18 (FLINT, Mich. – Sept. 6, 2017) TeenQuest – a pre-employment and leadership training program designed to help young people navigate today’s competitive job market – has released its 2017-18 schedule. The program will be offered four times this school year, and is open to all students, […]
Read MoreHousing Development and Incentives Headline the I-69 Thumb Regional Summit
Housing development opportunities will be a focus the 6th Annual I-69 Thumb Regional Summit when it convenes Sept. 21 at the Lapeer Country Club, 3786 Hunt Rd. in Lapeer. The Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSDHA) will roll-out a regional report on housing, as part of a panel discussion on housing development, said Janice Karcher, […]
Read MoreEnrollment Underway for YouthQuest’s Afterschool Enrichment Program
Afterschool program expands to Bentley Community Schools (FLINT, Mich., Aug. 30, 2017) – Registration for YouthQuest – an afterschool program administered by the Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce – is underway at multiple school districts in Flint and Genesee County. Now in its eighth year, the program offers engaging activities and services that encourage […]
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