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Flint & Genesee Leadership Program Kicks Off 2020 Recruitment with New Name
Informational sessions to be held in September and October (FLINT, Mich., Sept. 19, 2019) The Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce has changed the name of its year-long leadership development program from Leadership NOW to Lead Now Flint & Genesee. The new branding kicks off recruitment for the 2020 cohort, with multiple informational sessions scheduled in the coming weeks. “One… Read More 

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From MLive.com By Zahra Ahmad | MLive.com | FLINT, MI-- Moving Flint Forward, a new program started by the Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce and General Motors, will distribute $200,000 to local small businesses partnering with nonprofits to better the community. The competitive program will grant up to $10,000 to eligible small businesses to address challenges preventing their… Read More 

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Moving Flint Forward, Flint, Michigan
  Flint & Genesee Chamber and GM launch small business grant program Today, General Motors (GM) and the Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce announced a grant program to help Flint neighborhood businesses address challenges that impede their ability to grow and thrive. Known as the Moving Flint Forward Small Business Grant Program, the $200,000 GM-funded initiative aims to expand… Read More 

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5 Apple Orchards to Visit This Fall in Genesee County
With fall quickly approaching, now is the time to spend a Saturday with hayrides, u-pick apples and fresh apple cider. Celebrate fall’s harvest and grab a donut at one of Genesee County’s best apple orchards. Spicer’s Orchard Located on Clyde Road in Fenton, Spicer Orchards has been harvesting apples for five generations.  At their store, you can buy fresh apples… Read More 

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Flint & Genesee Chamber Welcomes New Members in August
(FLINT, Mich., September 16, 2019) –The Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce today announced continued growth in its membership, with six 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 new members to the Flint… Read More 

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5 Unique Experiences at Second Friday ArtWalk
Each month, downtown Flint is filled with excitement and art with the Second Friday ArtWalk. Over 20 businesses and cultural organizations collaborate to bring this diverse display of art to the general public. Here are some experiences you can expect this month: A Virtual Reality Pop-Up Experience During ArtWalk in Buckham Alley, Flint-based artist Amanda Edwards will debut her show… Read More