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Flint was recently featured in an MIT report focused on business recovery after COVID-19. According to Flint&Genesee.org: “There is a lot of thinking about how to help small businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic. Now there is research about what might help small city downtowns thrive in the long-term, based on the changes to commuting and […]

Looking for a new position? 200 seasonal jobs will soon be up for grabs with the Genesee County Parks system. According to East Village Magazine: “More than 200 jobs are opening at the Genesee County Parks and Recreation Commission, Director Barry June announced in a press release. “’These seasonal positions are perfect for high school […]

Shopping small is one way to keep the local economy thriving during these times. According to NBC 25: “While many small and local businesses are facing unexpected hardships due to COVID-19, one Flint business owner says she’s remaining hopeful customers will come to her rescue this upcoming Black Friday and Small Business Saturday. “’I see […]

For those looking to visit the new Hilton Garden Inn in Flint, consider this. According to East Village Magazine: “The first guests have checked into their rooms and reservations have been made for the weeks and months to come, according to the new Hilton Garden Inn staff. A historic century-old building that sat vacant for […]

Curious about the current state of small businesses in Flint? Consider this. According to Flint&Genesee.org: “The state of small business in Flint and Genesee County is going under the microscope in early 2021. “The Flint & Genesee Chamber’s Economic Development unit is working the Ann Arbor-based consultant EntryPoint to gain a deeper understanding of the […]

When it comes to keeping your community alive, attracting top talent and keeping them is essential. According to Flint&Genesee.org: “The Flint & Genesee Chamber has long focused on the importance of bolstering the region’s workforce by offering a variety of professional development courses and workshops for individuals and employees of local businesses. This mission has […]

There’s a new business initiative in Flint created by women of color in the area. According to ABC 12: “Women entrepreneurs are showing just how strong their voices are as one through a new Flint-forward and business-focused movement. “It is called Black Owned Buyout. “’It’s really just sparking this movement of collaboration that we couldn’t have […]