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
Senior Project ManagerROWE Professional Services A talented engineer in her own right, Amanda Hemeyer is also committed to inspiring the next generation of engineers and helping the Flint & Genesee community. Hemeyer began her 17-year tenure at ROWE Professional Services as an engineering intern and was promoted with progressively greater leadership duties to senior project Continue Reading
Chief Financial OfficerFood Bank of Eastern Michigan Tiffanie Paielli brings a level of compassion for her community that’s often hard to come by. She joined the Food Bank of Eastern Michigan four years ago as a staff accountant and was soon promoted to director of finance. In November 2023, she was named chief financial officer. 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
Executive DirectorArab American Heritage Council Lucine Jarrah is dedicated to making the Greater Flint community better for all residents. Those efforts were honored in June when Jarrah was named to the Arab America Foundation’s 30 Under 30 initiative, which spotlights Arab American professionals from across the nation who have made great achievements in their workplaces 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
Associate ProfessorMichigan State University Known locally as the “map guy,” Dr. Dick Sadler’s skills in geographic information science and community-based public health research can be applied to many local needs and applications. A tenured associate professor in the Department of Public Health at Michigan State University’s research unit in Flint, his work revolves around building Continue Reading
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
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
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
