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Flint & Genesee Chamber Welcomes New Members in February
(FLINT, Mich., March 7, 2017) –The Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce today announced continued growth in its membership, with 14 area businesses joining the organization in February. These new members represent a wide range of industries, and are actively contributing to the success and economic activity of this region. “We’re pleased to welcome our new members to the Flint… Read More 

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3 Ways to Stand Out at the SYI Job Fair
Are you a TeenQuest alumni between the ages of 14-19 looking for a summer job? Good news: The Summer Youth Initiative (SYI) Job Fair – which connects hundreds of teens with local employers each year – will be held Saturday, April 29. Job applicants are encouraged to dress their best and bring plenty of resumes to share with participating employers.… Read More 

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5 Takeaways from ‘Banking On Our Future’
A new program offered through YouthQuest aims to give students the tools they need to take control of their financial futures. The Banking On Our Future (BOOF) financial dignity program is currently being piloted at six YouthQuest sites, thanks to a partnership with Operation HOPE and Huntington Bank. As part of the pilot program, students are learning about five main… Read More 

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Connecting YouthQuest & Home: It’s About Time
With trees beginning to flower and tadpoles morphing into frogs, spring represents a season of growth and new beginnings. And with the first day of spring (March 20) just around the corner, that’s exactly what YouthQuest students will be learning about this month. “During the spring, we can teach life lessons about plants, insects and weather,” said LaKeitha Givens, Director… Read More 

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On the Job: Whitney Miles
Whitney Miles was attending a local job fair last year when she ran into a friend who told her about a different job event to check out. It was open to the public, but unlike other events, it offered early entry to TeenQuest graduates. “I figured I’d give it a shot,” says Miles, who graduated from Carman Park Baker Career… Read More