If there’s one rule in the world of recreation and entertainment, it’s this: adapt or disappear. Today’s consumers crave a constant churn of new experiences that are immersive, unique, and TikTok-worthy. That means the recreational facilities and businesses staying ahead of the game are the ones paying attention – analyzing trends, listening to customers, and Continue Reading
In a brightly lit playroom surrounded by giggling toddlers, Danielle Keeter juggles many responsibilities. She’s a licensed child care provider running a day care in her Linden home with the kind of love, learning, and attention every parent hopes for. But at the same time, she’s striving to balance the many pressures that have come Continue Reading
In an age of smartphones and social media, it’s easy to assume that print marketing has become obsolete. However, reports of its death have been greatly exaggerated. Despite the meteoric rise of digital advertising, SEO strategies, and email campaigns, print marketing has reinvented itself to become a dynamic tool for companies of all sizes. From 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
Tourism and economic growth go hand in hand – so much so that expanding tourism options is one of the strategies outlined in Forward Together, the county-wide vision to make Genesee County a top-five community in Michigan based on jobs, talent, livability, and equity by 2040. “We want to continue to grow our region and Continue Reading
All Tristen Ainsworth wanted was a chance – a chance to work, a chance to make friends, and a chance to be valued for exactly who he is. He found that chance at Fernco Inc. in Davison. “The diversity and the flexibility of this job feel fantastic because it not only keeps my hands busy, Continue Reading
Building a brighter future for Flint and Genesee County starts at home – quite literally. “The need for affordable housing in Flint is more than just a shortage; it’s a crisis,” said Glenn Wilson, president and CEO of Communities First, Inc., a local nonprofit working to build vibrant communities through economic development and affordable housing. Continue Reading
Fashion might not be top of mind when most people think of Flint. But Lee Grant Allen knows better. “I tell people all the time that a lot of the local brands we carry are just one opportunity away from going inside a huge retailer like Saks or Neiman Marcus,” said Allen, CEO and co-founder Continue Reading
In today’s digital age, retailers across Genesee County are achieving unprecedented growth by harnessing the power of e-commerce. From quaint bakeries to coffee roasters, the online marketplace is providing a level playing field, allowing entrepreneurial dreams to blossom into success stories. “I think it’s a matter of really thinking outside the brick-and-mortar box and pursuing Continue Reading
From mentoring programs and meditation rooms to condensed work weeks and leadership training, top companies in Flint & Genesee are prioritizing the employee experience in 2023. And — for 10 of these employers — it’s earned them a spot in a new recognition program from the Flint & Genesee Group. “The goal of the Top Continue Reading
