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Flint Promise Scholarship Program Hosts Informational Meeting for Flint Families, Counselors
(FLINT, Mich., March 5, 2020) – As Flint Promise embarks on its third year, the scholarship program will host an informational meeting for graduating seniors, parents, school counselors and interested community members on Saturday, March 21. The event will be held at 10 a.m. at Berston Field House, at 3300 Saginaw St., Flint. “The Flint Promise […]
Read MoreMichigan Business and Industry Leaders Launch Michigan Compact on Immigration and Call for Reform
New research from New American Economy finds that immigrants contribute $2.1 billion in state and local taxes and hold $18.4 billion in spending power Lansing, Michigan — Today, a coalition of business and industry leaders came together at the Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce to launch the Michigan Compact on Immigration, a set of key principles outlining […]
Read MoreFlint & Genesee Chamber Welcomes 20+ New Members in Recent Months
(FLINT, Mich., February 20, 2020) – The Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce today announced continued growth in its membership, with 28 area businesses joining the organization between November 2019 and January 2020. These new members represent a wide range of industries, and are actively contributing to the success and economic activity of this region. […]
Read MoreFlint & Genesee Chamber receives $246K in grants, donations
(FLINT, Mich. – Jan. 30, 2020) – The Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce today announced the receipt of $246,000 in grants and donations supporting the organization’s efforts to support youth education and economic growth. “We are grateful to these funders for supporting the mission of the Flint & Genesee Chamber and the work we […]
Read More16 Genesee County Professionals Selected for Lead Now’s Sixth Cohort
Program announces sixth cohort, issues RFP for community impact project (FLINT, Mich., January 28, 2020) – Sixteen local professionals have been selected to participate in Lead Now Flint & Genesee, an introspective leadership development program offered through the Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce. The participants in the sixth cohort, which kicked off Jan. 24, […]
Read MoreFlint & Genesee Chamber Partners with Area Experts, Organizations for 30+ Trainings
(FLINT, Mich., Jan. 16, 2019) – Whether you want to learn how to apply for grants or facilitate more effective brainstorming sessions, the Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce has several opportunities for professional development in the first half of 2020. The training lineup, which begins later this month, focuses on six subject areas, including […]
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