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The local business community now has access to hundreds of online training courses, covering everything from human resources and workplace safety to social media and computer software, with just a few mouse clicks. Thanks to a partnership between the Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce and eLearning platform, Coggno, individuals and companies alike can register for a variety of training opportunities through the Chamber's website. “Taking advantage of professional development opportunities is key to remaining… Read More 

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Passive recruitment may sound less assertive than the traditional approach, but as those who attend the “The Art of Passive Recruitment” on June 25 will learn, that’s just not the case. The free morning seminar – offered by the Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce and MLive Media Group – will highlight the differences between passive and traditional recruitment strategies… Read More 

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Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce ‘s Young Professionals welcome four-time tech entrepreneur, hyper-growth CEO, New York Times bestselling author and venture capitalist Josh Linkner to Flint. He will speak July 9 at the Flint Institute of Arts, 1120 E. Kearsley St., in Flint. Linkner, a Detroit native, brings a unique and diverse set of experiences to any project. He is passionate… Read More 

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Flint & Genesee hotels, restaurants and other businesses benefitted as the Veterans of Foreign Wars returned for its State Convention last week. About 400 people per day were accommodated during the June 3-7 convention, including nearly 800 room nights at local hotels. The 96th annual convention was the second major event this year for the VFW of the U.S. Department… Read More 

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The Greater Flint Bowling Association is gearing up for its first-ever Patriot Bowling Bash, and it is reaching out to Flint & Genesee businesses in hopes of making it a big success. All proceeds will benefit Michigan veterans through the Michigan Wounded and Returning Warrior Program. “The Bowling Bash organizers felt very strongly about helping a local cause,” said Cheryl… Read More 

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Flint middle and high school students still have time to enroll for six weeks of exploration and adventure – all at no cost -- as YouthQuest gears up for its Summer on the Road program. On Mondays through Thursdays from June 22-July 30, YouthQuest middle and high school students will have the opportunity to experience the best Michigan has to… Read More