Manager of Economic ProgrammingTri-County Regional Planning Commission Samantha Fountain is experienced in all facets of economic and community development. As manager of economic programming for Tri-County Regional Planning Commission, Samantha Fountain helps municipalities and organizations throughout the greater Lansing area collaborate on federal opportunities and helps facilitate regional projects. Prior to her current role, she Continue Reading
Communications OfficerCharles Stewart Mott Foundation As a lifelong Genesee County resident, Sarah (Schuch) Elkins amplifies Flint’s vibrancy and spirit in her role as a communications officer for the Charles Stewart Mott Foundation. After earning her journalism degree from Central Michigan University, Elkins spent the first five years of her professional career as a reporter for Continue Reading
AttorneyAbu-Aita Law Firm, PLLC Amir E. Abu-Aita is an attorney at the Abu-Aita Law Firm, PLLC in Grand Blanc where he specializes in elder law, Medicaid, veterans benefits planning, probate and estate planning, business transactions, and assisted living law. He has an extensive background in helping the elderly through his family-owned, licensed, assisted living homes. Continue Reading
Introducing the Class of 2024 To celebrate the community’s many rising stars, the Flint & Genesee Group is shining a well-deserved spotlight on the 40 Under 40 class of 2024, an exceptional group of young professionals who are driving positive change across the region. The 40 honorees – all under the age of 40 – Continue Reading
FounderTC McClain Enterprises Taylor “TC” McClain is a passionate woman with multiple interests and an insatiable love of food. Since 2018, she has served as a legal assistant to Trachelle C. Young, with a resume that has included working for the Flint Water Justice legal team. During the pandemic, she found comfort and inspiration watching Continue Reading
Vice President of CommunicationsMichigan Bankers Association In her seven-year tenure at the Michigan Bankers Association (MBA), Alyssa Bouchard has demonstrated exceptional professionalism and dedication, earning the respect of colleagues and stakeholders alike. As vice president of communications, Bouchard plays a pivotal role in shaping internal and external messaging for the 6,000-member organization. Her responsibilities run Continue Reading
Planning & Advocacy ManagerCommunities First, Inc. Committed to Flint, Joel Arnold brings a passion for community planning and collaboration to his role as planning and advocacy manager at Communities First, Inc. His work focuses on urban planning and civic engagement, empowering neighbors to make a material impact in their community. In this role, Arnold has Continue Reading
CEO/FounderThe CRAVE Academy Jordan Johnson is a champion for students living with developmental disabilities. That’s why she founded The CRAVE Academy in October 2023. The mobile school delivers customized life skills and job readiness programs tailored specifically for high schoolers learning with developmental disabilities. Her mission is to facilitate a seamless transition to independence for Continue Reading
Content Creator and EntrepreneurDan C Bearded LLC Dan Command has worked in Genesee County his whole career, benefiting children for more than a decade as an award-winning teacher and water polo coach for Grand Blanc Community Schools. In his last year of teaching in 2022, he was named a Top 100 teacher in the U.S. Continue Reading
Waterworks Regional ManagerFernco Inc. Since joining Fernco Inc. in 2017 as marketing manager, Donahue has risen through the company’s ranks to his current post as waterworks regional manager. In this role, he manages $10 million in distribution sales across 25 states, building stronger relationships with customers and growing his sales territories. Fernco, a leading manufacturer Continue Reading
