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On the Job: Jelani Taylor
A recent graduate of Cornell University, Jelani Taylor is on a path to start his career as a business analyst at McKinsey Seattle, a global consulting firm. “I learned about the opportunity from my school’s internal job search engine,” says Taylor, who graduated from college in December 2019. “I didn’t know much about working as a business analyst when I… Read More 

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Resource Guide: Fall Edition
With virtual programming still underway, YouthQuest aims to ensure students and their families know the resources available to them. “During in-person session, we are able to work more closely with our students,” says Nefertari Jones, program director for YouthQuest. “Now, it is more important than ever to provide a space for families to find resources they may need.” There are… Read More 

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TeenQuest’s Virtual Sessions Offer Flexibility for Students in Genesee County
In March, TeenQuest – a pre-employment training program facilitated by the Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce – pivoted in-person sessions to online in order to comply with Gov. Whitmer’s “Stay Home, Stay Safe” executive order and to keep students and facilitators safe. The switch, which came out of necessity, has grown into a streamlined virtual experience for students. “Our… Read More 

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Lights On Afterschool: How We’re Celebrating in 2020
October 22, 2020 marks the 21st Annual Lights On Afterschool, a nationwide event that aims to celebrate and advocate the importance of providing quality afterschool programming for the nation’s youth. More than 8,000 communities in the United States celebrate Lights on Afterschool each year. The event, organized by the Afterschool Alliance – an organization that works to ensure that all… Read More 

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5 Ways to Set your Student Up for Success During Remote Learning
With many students still learning virtually, parents have had to adjust to meet the needs of their students while still maintaining their own responsibilities. “As a parent myself, I have experienced the same struggles that many parents have,” says Dr. Kimberly Leverette, executive director of Education & Training at the Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce. “However, there are ways… Read More 

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1,950 jobs retained for Flint & Genesee employees Today, the Michigan Economic Development Corp. (MEDC) announced that 236 small businesses and nonprofits in Flint and Genesee County were awarded grants totaling more than $2.34 million through the Michigan Small Business Restart Program. The grantees were among the more than 11,300 organizations statewide that received grants. In Genesee County, the grants,… Read More