Bob Campbell
CAR update on the U.S. automotive industry and trade dynamics
As a member of the Automotive Communities Partnership, a program through the Ann Arbor-based Center for Automotive Research (CAR), the Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce’s Economic Development team on July 12 participated in a webinar briefing on the U.S. automotive industry and trade dynamics. Among the issues presented, the briefing featured a new analysis by […]
Read MoreChamber’s Public Policy Committee Endorses Genesee County Arts Education & Cultural Enrichment Millage Proposal
The Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce Public Policy Committee (PPC) today announced the endorsement of the Genesee County Arts Education & Cultural Enrichment millage proposal on the August 7 ballot, as part of an effort to burnish the region’s image as a great place to live, work and raise a family. The request would […]
Read MorePeople on the Move
Professor Susan E. Alcock has been appointed Interim Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs at the University of Michigan-Flint. The Board of Regents on June 21 approved Alcock’s appointment, which began July 1. Alcock previously served as special counsel for institutional outreach and engagement in the Office of U-M President Mark Schlissel. She also […]
Read MoreFlint & Genesee CVB Hosts the 6th Annual ‘Be a Tourist in Your Home Town’
The Capitol Theatre, the Mott Park Recreation Area and Disc Golf Course, and the GM Mobility Research Center at Kettering University are some of the new attractions for the 6th Annual “Be a Tourist in Your Home Town” on July 14. Also new for 2018 are stops at the Flint River Watershed Coalition, Grace Emmanuel […]
Read MoreOn the Move & New Members
Genesee Health System (GHS) has named Dr. Wendy Ringo as the new executive director of Genesee Community Health Center. She will also serve as the GHS’ vice president of medical operations. Dr. Ringo, formerly the chief operating officer for a large healthcare system with 10 clinics in Chicago, has spent her profession career orchestrating educational […]
Read MoreCEO Blog: MPC laid foundation for relevant, timely discussion on key issues
The 2018 Mackinac Policy Conference offered thought-provoking sessions about issues that are critically important to the state of Michigan and Genesee County. Three pillars set the stage: First, Is Michigan Prepared? Discussion focused on ensuring Michigan’s competitiveness for major business investment by protecting the existing business climate and addressing issues preventing sustained prosperity for all. Second, […]
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