Inside Business
Holiday Shopping Trends and a Social Media Campaign
This year, the average consumer is expected to spend roughly $1,226 during the holiday shopping season, according to a new report from Deloitte. That number nearly doubles to $2,226 among households earning $100,000 or more. Interestingly, non-gift spending is expected to account for almost two-thirds of the average holiday budget this year, with consumers planning […]
Read More2017 Art of Achievement Awards Revealed
The Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce and the Convention and Visitors Bureau on Nov. 9 honored local businesses and hospitality providers for their contributions to the well-being and success of the region in 2017. Nineteen awards were presented at the sold-out gala held at the Flint Institute of Arts. The recipients on hand to accept […]
Read MoreTeed up! The Ally Challenge Presented by McLaren
Professional golf returns to Genesee County in September 2018. The Flint & Genesee Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB) could not be more excited. Not only does this bring PGA golf back to Warwick Hills Golf and Country Club with The Ally Challenge, but it also gives Flint & Genesee the opportunity to welcome 50,000 visitors […]
Read MoreInvestment News & Grand Openings
Innovation and creativity highlight the investment news and grand openings in this edition of Inside Business. The much-anticipated Ferris Wheel Innovation Center, 615 S. Saginaw St., opened Nov. 6 to a packed crowd of community well-wishers, including Gov. Rick Snyder and U.S. Rep. Dan Kildee. The article — Turning to innovation — published by the Michigan Economic Development Corp. […]
Read MoreFour Ways to Maximize Your Speed Networking Experience
If business is all about who you know, then the more people you know, the better. It’s with this mindset that the Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce Women’s Committee is hosting Speed Networking on Nov. 7. “It can be easy to fall into a networking rut,” said Jennie Main, Member Services Engagement Specialist and […]
Read MoreAND – Nov/Dec issue available now
The November-December issue of AND, the bi-monthly business magazine of the Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce, is arriving in the mailboxes of Chamber members this week. In the current issue, read about: The manufacturing sector in Flint and Genesee County How area businesses are engaging with our local communities A profile of a longtime […]
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