Flint’s largest brownfield to be catalyst for economic development, growth
On June 5, Ashley Capital and partners celebrated the groundbreaking of Flint Commerce Center. The development will result in roughly 3.5 million-square-feet of light industrial space at the former site of Buick City, which employed nearly 30,000 people at its peak and formally ceased operations in 2010.
Not only will project revitalize 350 acres that have been underutilized for decades, but it also offers new inventory to market to prospective companies, says Tyler Rossmaessler, executive director of the Flint & Genesee Economic Alliance, which made the connections necessary to secure the gap financing for the project.
“The Flint Commerce Center will provide critically needed, new speculative development and shovel-ready sites,” Rossmaessler said. “As an economic development professional, that’s exciting. What has long been a symbol of blight and ‘what once was,’ will serve as a catalyst for jobs and investment in North Flint.
“This is a great example of rebirth and a new future for the city.”
To learn more about the $300-million development, check out recent news coverage from local media outlets including ABC12, Flint Beat, and MLive.
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Local leaders complete leadership development program, support Kayak Flint in capstone project
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The Flint & Genesee community is stronger as eight local professionals have completed the latest round of Lead Now Flint & Genesee. The introspective leadership development program from the Flint & Genesee Group teaches current and emerging leaders how to effectively create a vision, develop followership, implement said vision, and achieve results.
For Joyce Sanders, the program – which includes in-depth leadership assessments, one-on-one coaching, and monthly training sessions – was instrumental in helping build her confidence after taking on a management role for the first time.
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FACES of Flint & Genesee Business: Sean Murray
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When Rootless Coffee Co. opened in September 2020, they set out to change how coffee was viewed by the masses.
“I had worked in coffee and there was a lot I didn’t like about it,” says Sean Murray, CEO of Rootless Coffee Co. “People were using plain paper bags with plain labels, the names felt very exclusive and limiting. It seemed pretty pretentious.”
But Murray had an idea for how to change all of that. After working in the craft beer industry, Murray got inspiration from how those businesses were marketing their products.
“In the early 2000s, these companies used cool art and cool names to get people interested,” said Murray. “People who were used to drinking Bud were drinking IPAs and stouts because it looked cool, and they tried it. We took the same motto with Rootless.”
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Miranda Lambert to headline Ally Community Concert
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Tickets are now available to see country music superstar Miranda Lambert, who will headline the sixth annual Ally Community Concert.
The event will take place on the driving range at Warwick Hills Golf & Country Club, Saturday, Aug. 26, following the second round of competition at The Ally Challenge presented by McLaren.
“We know that fans have come to expect top talent at The Ally Challenge and Miranda Lambert and her legendary high-energy hits will cap off an amazing day of entertainment for the whole family,” said Andrea Brimmer, chief marketing and public relations officer at Ally. “Her music has entertained audiences for decades and we hope to attract a sell-out crowd to welcome her to Warwick Hills.”
The tournament is open to spectators from Thursday, Aug. 24 to Sunday, Aug. 27. Access to the Ally Community Concert featuring Miranda Lambert require the purchase of a valid tournament ticket. Learn more at theallychallenge.com.
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Restoring a Legacy: Atlas Valley Golf Club makes upgrades under new ownership
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After significant investments and improvements in recent years, Atlas Valley Golf Club is back in the swing of things.
The historic club sat empty for two years before Dave Parker, an Oakland County business owner, purchased it in 2020 from the Hendrickson family, who had owned the Grand Blanc-based club for more than six decades.
Improvements to the 18-hole course include new bunkers, grass, irrigation, tree removal, and drainage. The clubhouse, pro shop, and country club facility also received major facelifts.
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About the Flint & Genesee Group
The Flint & Genesee Group supports the region through its commitment to developing business, talent, and place. The organization works to strengthen the Flint and Genesee County economy, and create a place where people thrive, and businesses invest and grow. Its programs and services are marketed through four divisions-Explore Flint & Genesee, the Flint & Genesee Chamber, the Flint & Genesee Economic Alliance, and Flint & Genesee Education & Talent. For more information, visit FlintandGenesee.org, and check us out on Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter.
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