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23 businesses receive grant funding through Moving Flint Forward program
(FLINT, Mich. – May 15, 2023) – Today, General Motors and the Flint & Genesee Economic Alliance announced that 23 small businesses in Flint were awarded a total of $200,000 from the Moving Flint Forward Small Business Grant Program. This is the fourth round of grants from the GM-funded initiative, which supports revitalization efforts across the city’s […]
Read MoreLead Now offers current, emerging leaders opportunity to ‘unlock their potential’
Applicants required to attend one of three informational sessions (FLINT, Mich. – May 4, 2023) – Calling all business, nonprofit, and municipal professionals: It’s time to take your leadership skills to the next level. As Lead Now gears up for its 10th year, the Flint & Genesee Group’s introspective leadership development program is now accepting applications […]
Read MoreApplications open for Flint & Genesee Group’s ‘Top 10 Employers’
(FLINT, Mich. – April 25, 2023) – Does your organization have a strong workplace culture? Does it offer outstanding benefits or multiple pathways for employee growth and advancement? If so, consider applying to be one of “Flint & Genesee’s Top 10 Employers.” The new program from the Flint & Genesee Group, which opened applications today, will […]
Read More$205,000 in grants to support efforts of Flint & Genesee Group, partners
(FLINT, Mich. – April 19, 2023) – The Flint & Genesee Group today announced the receipt of $205,000 from multiple organizations in support of childcare research, small business services, and teen employment efforts in Genesee County. This is in addition to a previously announced grant supporting the Moving Flint Forward Small Business Grant Program. “We are […]
Read MoreBusiness News – April 5, 2023
The Community Foundation of Greater Flint (CFGF) appointed two new members to its board of trustees: Mark Miller and Jill Norwood. Miller is a retired General Motors executive who previously served nine years on the CFGF board of trustees and is a member of the community foundation’s Legacy Society. He rejoins the board as co-chair, leading […]
Read MoreLooking to grow your company? Get the inside scoop on local, state resources
A new webinar series aims to educate area companies about the many resources available to them through the Flint & Genesee Economic Alliance and its many partners. “Whether a business wants to expand, hire new staff, or explore new market opportunities, the Flint & Genesee Economic Alliance is a great starting point,” said Karena Hamlet, […]
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