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C.S. Mott Foundation makes $9-million grant for expansion of Michigan State University College of Human Medicine and its public health program in Flint
FLINT, Mich. – The Michigan State University College of Human Medicine (MSU) is one step closer to establishing an expanded presence for its medical school and public health program in downtown Flint by fall 2014, thanks to a $9-million grant announced today by the Charles Stewart Mott Foundation. That support will help MSU create an […]
Read MoreFlint & Genesee Chamber Launches ‘Made in Flint & Genesee’ Campaign
(FLINT, MICH. – February 17, 2014) Celebrating local businesses and encouraging local buying are the focus of the new Made in Flint & Genesee Campaign. The Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce has launched an initiative designed to encourage consumers and businesses to purchase products that are produced in the region.
Read MoreFlint & Genesee Chamber, eTEAM Host Jumpstart Entrepreneur Conference
(FLINT, MICH. – February 11, 2014) 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 seventh annual Jumpstart Conference. The conference, which takes place on Thursday, February 27 from 8:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Holiday Inn Gateway […]
Read MoreLearn the 4 Steps to Government Contracting Success
(FLINT, MICHIGAN – February 7, 2014) On Wednesday, February 12 the Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce Procurement and Technical Assistance Center (PTAC) will present 4 Steps to Government Contracting Success. The seminar takes place from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. at the Chamber offices in downtown Flint.
Read MoreThe Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce Thanks its 2013 Grantors
(FLINT, Mich., Feb. 4, 2014) — The Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce wants to thank federal, state, regional and local funders for their support during 2013. Grant funds supported economic development efforts, regional economic partnerships, the YouthQuest Afterschool Program, TeenQuest employment preparedness training, Summer Youth Initiative (SYI) work experience program and the Shared Services […]
Read MoreStatement from Flint & Genesee Chamber CEO on announcement by Consumers Energy to put plans for natural gas plant in Thetford Township on hold
(FLINT, Mich – January 30, 2014) The news of the Thetford project being put on hold is very disappointing. However we understand that Consumers Energy made a business decision that will in the end benefit its customers through infrastructure reinvestment. Consumers has been a great partner to the community and is a major contributor to […]
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