In September, Flint Mayor Karen Weaver hosted “Millennial Day” at the Ferris Wheel to hear directly from that target demographic – ages 22-36 – on what it will take to retain talent and re-grow the city. Part of the answer is simple: jobs and economic opportunity, according to Linnette Phillips, Flint’s deputy director of economic Continue Reading
Mike Czop faced a tough choice in February 2018. Wisconsin-based TIDI Products was looking to divest itself of its Fenton facility on north Leroy Road. After acquiring the privately held company known as Contour Fabricators, Inc. (CFI), less than four years earlier, TIDI’s executive leadership decided that the Fenton operation no longer fit with its Continue Reading
Mixed-use developments are already in the works in downtown Flint and may soon become common throughout Genesee County. As the push toward urbanization and more walkable communities continues, the redevelopment of vacant spaces is trending toward mixed-use buildings – i.e., properties that includes both commercial and residential space – and a ‘downtown feel.’ In downtown Continue Reading
Following is a list of hot jobs projected to grow through 2024 in East Michigan, covering Genesee, Lapeer, Sanilac, Shiawassee, St. Clair and Tuscola counties. Source: Michigan DTMB, Bureau of Labor Market Information and Strategic Initiatives Demand Occupations Wage Range Projected Growth 2014-2024 Projected Annual Job Openings Education and Training Beyond High Continue Reading
Congratulations to our members on the move featuring FGCC members’ grand openings, promotions, new hires, recognition and milestones (Featured) Primary Prevention Physiotherapy, 209 S. Cherry St, Flushing, on Sept. 5. PPP helps people affected by injury, illness or disability through movement and exercise, manual therapy, education and advice. Ribbon cuttings Promotions, New Hires and Recognition The Continue Reading
