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
Owner/CEOPrimary Prevention Physiotherapy As the driving force behind Primary Prevention Physiotherapy, Dr. Amber Schlemmer leads with professionalism and heartfelt empathy. Born and raised in Flushing, Schlemmer was proud to return to her hometown to provide physiotherapy services to the community she loves. She approaches each patient interaction with warmth and sincerity, making them feel seen, Continue Reading
Program OfficerRuth Mott Foundation Kenneth Frierson is a thought leader and administrator with more than 15 years of professional experience in education and philanthropy. He currently serves as a program officer at the Ruth Mott Foundation, where he is responsible for a diverse grant portfolio and helps to steward funds to programs and organizations in Continue Reading
Athletic DirectorSylvester Broome Empowerment Village For two decades, Tim Jones has dedicated himself to his two biggest passions: athletics and helping kids. Throughout his career, Jones has traveled across the nation and world to strengthen his leadership skills on the athletic field. In Genesee County, he served as athletic director for the Linden Charter Academy, 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
CEOSpud Software Mason Sommer is a visionary who runs things by the data. After working at Spud Software in Grand Blanc for nearly a decade, Sommer took over as CEO with a plan. Now four years later, he has restructured the 26-year-old business management software firm, improved quality, updated the onboarding process for new hires, Continue Reading
Project ArchitectSedgewick + Ferweda Architects For Brianna Fuller, architecture is about creating healthy buildings for the people who inhabit them – and the surrounding environment. Fuller is a licensed architect at Sedgewick + Ferweda Architects and is committed to sustainable design using non-hazardous materials and efficient building systems. Born in Flint and raised in Clio, Continue Reading
Senior Account ManagerCumulus Media Nikki Koliopoulos started her career at Cumulus Media-Flint, where she held positions in promotions and then national sales, working with clients and stations across the country. She transitioned to local sales where her love for community involvement grew, before becoming director of special events and donor relations at the Boys & Continue Reading
Assurance ManagerYeo & Yeo CPAs & Advisors Jordan Bohlinger is a driving force for excellence at Yeo & Yeo CPAs & Advisors – and in the community. His work embodies dedication, exemplary client care, and an unwavering commitment to community service. The loyalty of his clients speaks volumes about his exceptional client management skills and Continue Reading
Managing EditorEast Village Magazine Katharine Stockrahm is an audio and digital journalist committed to covering critical news stories relevant to the Flint community. After earning a master’s degree in journalism from Columbia University, Stockrahm moved to Flint as a corps member for Report for America, a national service program that places journalists into local newsrooms Continue Reading
