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Business News - Nov. 23, 2022
Effective January 2023, Outgoing Senate Minority Leader Jim Ananich will join the Greater Flint Health Coalition as its new CEO. According to MLive, the organization’s board of directors voted unanimously to hire Ananich, who served as its board president for nine years. The GFHC is a 501(c)3 designated nonprofit organization with a two-fold mission to improve the health status of… Read More 

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Q&A: Supporting small businesses with Kiva loans
Since the beginning of the year, seven local businesses have worked with Flint & Genesee Economic Alliance’s Small Business Desk to take advantage of a funding resource called Kiva. Currently, two of those businesses are in the process using the crowdfunding platform – which allows entrepreneurs to raise a zero-percent interest loan – to help take their businesses to the next level.… Read More 

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CEO Blog: Thank you for your support
As we celebrate the Thanksgiving holiday this week, there’s no better time to give thanks to the many people and organizations that support Flint & Genesee Group as we work to strengthen the local economy and create a place where people thrive, and businesses invest and grow. This work occurs through collaboration with our partners such as investors, funders, members… Read More 

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Mara Technologies is bringing 300 jobs to Grand Blanc Township – here’s why
After searching for a site for its new headquarters, Mara Technologies USA ultimately landed on Grand Blanc Township. According to Jeffrey S. Gary, the company’s vice president of Operations, the decision was driven by three key factors. “It came down to the region’s talented workforce, supply chain infrastructure and our customer objectives,” Gary said. “Our new site in Grand Blanc… Read More 

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Make Magical Holiday Memories in Flint & Genesee
(Flint, Mich., Nov. 17, 2022) Dazzling Christmas lights lining main streets. Exceptional boutiques with gifts perfect for the holidays. Locally owned coffee shops offering holiday drinks and a place to warm up. Winter festivals meant for making holiday memories that will last a lifetime. That’s what you’ll find in Flint and Genesee County, Michigan. With multiple events and festivals, Flint… Read More 

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Flint & Genesee Chamber unveils ‘favorite things’ just in time for holidays
(FLINT, Mich., Nov. 15, 2022) With the holiday shopping season upon us, the Flint & Genesee Chamber is encouraging shoppers to purchase their gifts from area businesses this year. Not sure where to start? The division recently solicited gift suggestions from its members and used the submissions to create its first-ever “Flint & Genesee Chamber Favorite Things” round-up. “Flint &… Read More