Entrepreneurship

In The News Adriane Deiulius, the owner of The Sugar Mermaid, was the first place winner of the first Pitch for $K competition in August 2019, taking home $10,000 Economic Development

Seven Genesee County entrepreneurs will vie for $17,500 in Pitch for $K competition

Sara AlouhWednesday, February 12, 2020
Feature Story Vonryans1_2020 Economic Development

Von Ryan’s/Sleep Well is selling local furniture the old fashioned way

Cole WhartonWednesday, February 05, 2020
Feature Story Vantrell Erving poses with models for his SIAK clothing brand. SIAK The Brand has been featured in fashion shows and collaborations since 2018. Arts and Culture

Young entrepreneur plotting the next shoe craze and custom fashions

Xzavier SimonWednesday, January 15, 2020
Feature Story Park Place Hair Studio, LLC is a vehicle for the brand How the Clippers Saved My Life, which inspires and encourages young people in the Flint area. Kids and Education

Clippers help Flint youth navigate life lessons

Tanya TerryWednesday, January 15, 2020
Feature Story La'Asia Johnson, 25, has steeped herself in all-natural skin care, educating customers about natural ingredients and the magic that can happen when you mix them all together. Entrepreneurship

How one Flint business owner is whipping up essential self-care

Ashley SchaferWednesday, December 18, 2019
In The News Willie Artis founded Genesee Packaging in 1979 in Flint — a key part of his journey from poverty to trailblazing entrepreneur. Entrepreneurship

New biography celebrates the rise and perseverance of longtime Flint businessman Willie Artis

Wednesday, October 23, 2019
Feature Story Shay Oliver will show her fourth collection "Dream Out Loud" at Vancouver Fashion Week on Oct. 13, 2019. Entrepreneurship

Flint fashion designer Shay Oliver lands spot in Vancouver Fashion Week

Alexandria BrownWednesday, October 09, 2019
In The News An example of the merchandise that will be available at Reclaimed, a downtown Flint boutique benefitting Whaley Children's Center. Economic Development

Downtown Flint boutique Reclaimed to offer eclectic options — supporting Whaley Children's Center

Alexandria BrownSaturday, September 07, 2019
Feature Story A small portion of the seafood gumbo comes swimming in spicy sauce and loaded with crab, shrimp, and sausage. Entrepreneurship

Gumbo Trap is Flint's newest takeout place and it's fire

Alexandria BrownWednesday, July 10, 2019
In The News Wings and Wheels relocated from Taylor to a building owned by Bishop Airport. Economic Development

Delivery company Wings and Wheels moves to Flint Bishop Airport, brings 17 new jobs

Ashley SchaferWednesday, June 26, 2019
In The News Anna Mansfield is the engagement manager for Flintside’s On the Ground program in the Civic Park neighborhood≥ Neighborhoods

Anna Mansfield joins Flintside team as On the Ground engagement manager

Alexandria BrownWednesday, June 12, 2019
In The News tourist Community Development

Revamped and expanded Be a Tourist in Your Hometown features multiple tours throughout summer

Ashley SchaferWednesday, May 15, 2019
Feature Story Charlie Weston serves up Kansas to St. Louis-style barbecue — “slightly sweet with a little heat to it.”  Entrepreneurship

Charlie's Smokin' BBQ — dripping in sauce and serving Flint for 17 years

Jake CarahWednesday, April 10, 2019
In The News Members of the UM-Flint Entrepreneurs Society post during the Collegiate Entrepreneurs Organization meeting Higher Education

UM-Flint's award-winning Entrepreneurs Society hosts dinner, networking event

Ashley SchaferThursday, April 04, 2019
In The News A student at Mott Middle College, Mario Boone Jr. is also the creative force behind Run It Up Attire. Entrepreneurship

This all-Flint fashion show brought to you by 18-year-old Mario Boone

Ashley SchaferWednesday, March 20, 2019
In The News Emily Doerr will launch Flint City Bike Tours on June 1 with six bicycle tour options. Entrepreneurship

Coming soon: Flint City Bike Tours

Chris RinglerMonday, March 04, 2019
In The News Yo-Yo Ma excitedly joked and spoke with people throughout the day. Becky Gaskin caught this joyful wave. Arts and Culture

Yo-Yo Ma up close and personal in Flint — including lots of selfies

Marjory RaymerFriday, March 01, 2019
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