
Op-eds and Special Features
As the leading force representing the interests of Flint-area business, the Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce uses its voice to speak on business, civic and social priorities of the community. This includes issues such as business, economics, talent, education, employment, public policy and tourism. Here you can read some of our opinions, positions and ideas related to the nation’s and Genesee County’s most current issues.
Don’t Skip the 2020 Census— Being Counted Matters
Swartz Creek View: Otober 10, 2019
By Tim Herman
The 2020 Census is coming soon and based on a statistical analysis of the last census—only 80 percent of Genesee County residents are expected to respond. Considering that the census shapes many different aspects of our country and local communities, that puts Flint and Genesee County at a major disadvantage.
Flint & Genesee Chamber, CVB applaud excellence
Grand Blanc View: Sept. 26, 2019
By Tim Herman
It’s nearly time for the Art of Achievement Awards that are sponsored by the Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce and the Flint & Genesee Convention and Visitors Bureau; and, I hope that you are as excited as I am.
Sports are point of pride, camaraderie for Flint & Genesee
Flint Township View: Aug. 22, 2019
By Tim Herman
This weekend, runners and walkers from all over Genesee County, Michigan and the world will gather together for the 43rd Annual HAP Crim Festival of Races. There’s something energizing about the event, which draws approximately 50,000 people to Flint each year—and you don’t have to wear a race bib to experience it. If you’ve ever stood along the 10-mile-long blue line to cheer on friends, family and even strangers, you know exactly what I mean.
Advocating for the public good
Flushing View: August 8, 2019
By Tim Herman
With the local election season upon us (Tuesday was the primary election for mayoral races in Flint and Burton, along with millage proposals in the Byron and Fenton school districts), now is a good time to reflect on the virtues of civic engagement for the public good. It is my belief that that responsibility extends to organizations such as ours.
Archives
- Pro golf event is all about community
Swartz Creek View: July 25, 2019 - Be a champion for Flint & Genesee
Davison Index: July 11, 2019 - Opportunity Zones a tool to spur investment areas
Burton View: June 27, 2019 - Why it’s important to invest in people
Flint Township View: June 13, 2019 - Greater Opportunities to ‘Be a Tourist in Your Home Town
Grand Blanc View: May 23, 2019 - Join us in a community dialogue about creating an economic vision
Davison Index: May 9, 2019 - Providing youth with a sense of belonging, community
Burton View: April 25, 2019 - Everyone benefits from afterschool programs
Swartz Creek View: April 11, 2019 - Helping to connect employers and prospective job candidates
Flushing View: March 28, 2019 - Flint & Genesee Chamber Annual Meeting to Celebrate Progress and Partnerships
Flint Township View: March 21, 2019 - Job opportunities in Flint & Genesee
Flint Township View: Feb. 28, 2019 - Build a culture that supports employee growth
Grand Blanc View: Feb. 14, 2019 - Partnership is the key to success
Davison Index: Jan. 24, 2019 - Effective leaders are always learning
Burton View: Dec. 27, 2018 - Partnering to achieve economic vitality in Flint & Genesee
Swartz Creek View: Dec. 13, 2018 - Serving up ‘hot jobs’ in Flint & Genesee
Flint Township View: Nov. 22, 2018 - Genesee County home to unique wedding venues
Flushing View: Nov. 8, 2018 - Training in workplace readiness gives teens competitive edge
Flushing View: Oct. 11, 2018 - Want to become an entrepreneur? Resources are available
Flint Township View: Sept. 27, 2018 - Get a full-fledged fall experience in Flint and Genesee County
Grand Blanc View: Sept. 13, 2018 - Apprenticeships offer solid option for workforce of today, tomorrow
Davison Index: Aug. 30, 2018 - Why great customer service matters
Burton View: Aug. 9, 2018 - Michigan among top states for business, Flint area also strengthening
Flushing View: July 26, 2018 - Summer provides excellent springboard for job seekers
Flint Township View – June 14, 2018 - The value of community college
Swartz Creek View – May 24, 2018 - College is becoming more accessible
Grand Blanc View – May 10, 2018 - Renewing Flint & Genesee’s economic promise
Davison Index – April 22, 2018 - Cultivating the next generation of entrepreneurs
Burton View – April 12, 2018 - We all have a stake in Flint Town
Swartz Creek View – March 22, 2018 - Regional benefits of a healthy innovation district
Grand Blanc View – March 8, 2018 - Celebrating the health care industry in Genesee County
Flushing View – Feb. 22, 2018 - Working to Fix ‘Underemployment’
Flint Township View – Feb. 15, 2018 - Make the Ally Challenge a Family Affair
Davison Index – Jan. 25, 2018 - Commit to Being Informed
Burton View – Jan. 11, 2018 - Developing leaders at all levels
Swartz Creek View – Dec. 21, 2017 - Creating a vibrant, economically strong downtown
Grand Blanc View – Dec. 5, 2017 - Let’s commit to shop small, local this holiday season
Flint Township View – Nov. 23, 2017 - Protecting our youth from the ‘Danger Zone’
The Burton View – Nov. 9, 2017 - Happy Anniversary Genesee County Parks
Grand Blanc View – Oct. 12, 2017 - We’re having some success helping job seekers
Flushing View – Sept. 28, 2017 - The Artistry of Achievement
Swartz Creek View – Sept. 14, 2017 - Why continuous professional development should not be underestimated
Davison Index – Aug. 31, 2017 - Coming Home
The Flint Township View – Aug. 3, 2017 - Creative industries help drive revitalization
The Burton View – July 6, 2017 - Small business is our business
The Swartz Creek View – June 15, 2017 - Looking for ways to stop the summer slide
The Grand Blanc View – June 1, 2017 - Travel makes a difference in Flint, Genesee
The Flushing View – May 19, 2017 - Summer jobs: A stepping stone for tomorrow’s workforce
The Davison Index – April 20, 2017 - Telling Flint, Genesee’s economic development story is vital
Flint Township View – April 6, 2017 - Workers Revive Flint Economy
Site Selection – January 2017 - Making room for flexibility in afterschool
Afterschool Snack – Oct. 26, 2016 - Brownfield redevelopment an investment in county’s future
Flint Township View – Oct. 13, 2016 - Moving Flint Forward: The Chamber’s Response to the Water Crisis
Chamber Executive – Summer 2016 - Building community partnerships by finding common ground
Afterschool Snack – April 4, 2016 - Why rebuilding Flint should be everybody’s business
MLive Michigan – March 24, 2016 - Why we recognize Manufacturing Day in Flint and Genesee County
MLive/Flint Journal – Sept. 27, 2015 - Rest of the world should ‘see what’s possible’ in Flint & Genesee County
MLive/Flint Journal – March 28, 2013