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PTAC, MDOT Host DBE Certification Meeting for Minority Owned Businesses

July 1, 2014 | Categories: Economic Development, Events, Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce, Inside Business, Member Services

On Wednesday, July 16 the Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce is partnering with the Michigan Department of Transportation to host a day-long Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) certification informational meeting and training from 9:30 a.m. -- 4:00 p.m. The morning session will provide information regarding the DBE certification process and the afternoon will serve as a training session for businesses… Read More

TeenQuest Seeks Employers for Alums, Subsidy Available

July 1, 2014 | Categories: Economic Development, Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce, Inside Business, Member Services

The Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce TeenQuest program is looking for employers interested in hiring program alums between the ages of 18 and 21. Potential employers are eligible to have costs subsidized through a grant from the TeenQuest program. TeenQuest is a pre-employment and leadership program for teens ages 14 – 18. Graduates of the program are eligible to… Read More

Buckham Alley Fest Coming to Downtown Flint

July 1, 2014 | Categories: Convention & Visitors Bureau, Events, Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce, Inside Business

On Saturday, July 12, Buckham Alley in downtown Flint will come alive with music and dancing as the Buckham Alley Fest takes over the streets. The free festival runs from 4:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. and features 10 bands on two stages, steel drums, artisans, street performers and handmade crafts. For more information, visit www.buckhamalleyfest.com. Read More

Goodwill Opens New Donation Center, Hosts Grand Opening

July 1, 2014 | Categories: Events, Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce, Inside Business, Member Services

Goodwill Industries of Mid-Michigan, Inc. will host a grand opening celebration at its new west Flint location. The celebration will take place on Wednesday, July 9 at 9:00 a.m. The new center, located at 1072 Elm Road is the fifth Goodwill donation center in the greater Flint area.

Koegel Meats: a Flint & Genesee Tradition

July 1, 2014 | Categories: Economic Development, Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce, Inside Business, Member Services

Nearly a century has passed since Albert Koegel came to Flint to start a meat company. Today, the company has grown to include 35 products based on the processes he learned in Germany. The Made in Flint & Genesee company has a recognizable Michigan-based brand that is also available in Ohio, Indiana and Illinois.

Young Professionals Host Bus Trip to Tiger’s Game

July 1, 2014 | Categories: Events, Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce, Member Services

The Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce Young Professionals will host a Detroit Tigers Bus Trip to Comerica Park in downtown Detroit. Chamber members and guests will see the Tigers take on the Los Angeles Dodgers on Wednesday, July 9.