The first-ever Flint Homecoming brought together 150 business and community leaders – including 60 expatriates – to reconnect, rediscover and invest in the future of their hometown. Also during the 1-1/2 day event, two Flint expats pledged a total of $50,000 for two Flint projects: Dr. William Pickard, CEO, Global […]

By: Ben Clevenger, Client Services, Michigan Planners Open enrollment is a big undertaking for companies, regardless of size, industry or location. Viewed as an HR professional’s tax season, the project encompasses planning, execution and evaluation. Every year companies allow their employees to make changes to their benefit elections. Some opt for passive enrollments. Others choose […]

Next month, the Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce will launch a bimonthly business magazine for local business and community leaders, and entrepreneurs. AND will cover issues, such as economic development, talent, commercial and residential real estate, education, travel and tourism, and other business topics. In addition to in-depth business features, AND will include recurring […]

By Ben Clevenger, Client Services Representative, Michigan Planners Since President Trump took office this past January, various versions of healthcare bills, intended to repeal and replace the Affordable Care Act, have yet to take off.  Most recently, the Senate on July 28 rejected the Health Care Freedom Act by a slim 49 – 51 vote. […]

With more than 65 million businesses using Facebook, the social media platform has become a significant space for brands to connect with current and potential customers. But how does one business stand out from the rest? For advice on best practices, Inside Business turned to Christine Welsh, owner of Kerning Advertising in Grand Blanc and […]

Called a “natural choice” to assume the top post at the state’s chief economic development organization, Jeff Mason was approved July 11 by the Michigan Economic Development Corporation executive committee as the organization’s new CEO. He assumed the position immediately upon approval. “Jeff has a breadth of experience and knowledge about the driving forces and […]