Economic Development
Flint’s Capitol Theatre awarded recognition for historic preservation
The historic Capitol Theatre is a recipient of this year’s Governor’s Awards for Historic Preservation. The richly detailed, ornate theatre – which reopened in December 2017 after a $32-million renovation – has emerged as the crown jewel of the performance arts and entertainment scene in the ongoing revitalization of downtown Flint. The history of the […]
Read MoreMichigan’s Largest Local Business Organizations Rally Together Around Statewide Policy Agenda
(LANSING, Mich.) – Today, Michigan’s largest business organizations representing thousands of employers across the state, released a joint 2019 Legislative Agenda on behalf of their collective members, which provide jobs to the vast majority of Michigan’s legislative districts, from small business to Fortune 500. Employers’ indicate that their number one issue is the need for […]
Read MoreCelebrating National Small Business Week
National Small Business Week, May 5-11, is an annual event dedicated to recognizing the nation’s top small businesses, entrepreneurs, small business advocates and champions from across the country. Every day, small businesses create 21st century jobs, drive innovation, support our neighborhoods and cities, and increase America’s global competitiveness. Businesses that would like to recognize National […]
Read MoreVisioning Summit Set to Kick Off A Countywide Discussion Around Economic Prosperity
Meeting will offer unique opportunities to contribute to the collaborative community process, Forward Together The Forward Together Steering Committee will host its first public meeting; a Visioning Summit on Economic Prosperity. The event will be held May 14, from 6-8 p.m., at Baker College, Flint Campus in the gymnasium. It’s open to the public and […]
Read MoreFGCC and MTA partner to help local employers recruit talent
Employers in Flint & Genesee are hiring. So, with help from the Economic Development team at the Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce and the Mass Transportation Authority, a group of companies are going to where the people are, using an atypical recruitment approach to identify prospective candidates. The “Employer Meet & Greet: Not Your […]
Read MoreNearly 1,000 job openings: A welcomed sign of the economic times
Recent news that Lansing-based Peckham, Inc. is looking to hire up to 200 sewing machine operators at its new facility in Flint Township was roundly applauded by area business and community leaders. And for many, it is a welcomed sign of the economic times. The apparel manufacturer and vocational rehabilitation organization is one of several […]
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