Economic Development
8 Tips for Collaborative Success from Leadership NOW Alumni
June 29, 2016 Leadership NOW’s very first cohort celebrated the successful completion of the yearlong leadership development program in June. As part of “Optimizing Leadership Effectiveness” – offered by the Flint & Genesee Chamber and the United Way of Genesee County – the participants learned how to develop effective partnerships and collaborative initiatives, in addition to […]
Read MoreWhen to Slow Down, Speed Up at Your Next Networking Event
June 29, 2016 At any given event, there are four different personality types present. There are nurturers, promoters, go-getters and examiners – and each has a different way of communicating with others. “If I use words like ‘strategy’ and ‘expectations’ with a nurturer who prefers an easy-going process, they’re not going to be attracted to […]
Read More‘Time equals flavor for good bread’ at CRUST
June 29, 2016 Fenton-based CRUST baking company has a new video detailing its slow process, meticulous process to making bread and other baked goods that is sure to make your stomach growl. The company, which bakes more than 20 varieties of bread and boasts more than 30 wholesale customers from Midland to Dearborn, is planning […]
Read MoreLeadership Reads: Community Development and Revitalization
June 29, 2016 Check out these articles that may prove helpful as you run your business, provide leadership tips and strategies or spur creativity in your organization. The articles were selected from a variety of publications and websites such as Fortune, Inc., Fast Company, New York Times and Wall Street Journal. In this issue, Inside Business explores topics in community development and revitalization. […]
Read MoreFlint to Host the 2016 MI Hidden Talent Workshop on June 21
June 8, 2016 The MI Hidden Talent workshop is a new statewide training workshop where business owners and leaders can receive training and resources to strengthen Michigan’s workforce by hiring people with disabilities. The free seminar targets business owners, senior leadership and human resources officials, and attendees will receive training and resources to begin inclusive […]
Read MoreMichigan Strategic Fund Supports Laird’s Expansion in Grand Blanc Township
June 8, 2016 Laird, Receptec Corp. (dba Laird Technologies) intends to build a new facility in Grand Blanc Township to consolidate its existing operations and provide more room for its expanding design, engineering, research and development services. Laird’s project is expected to generate more $14.4 million and create 60 jobs. The company received a $550,000 […]
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