It’s all that….and more, according to a growing group of loyal Prime Eight Ten supporters, who appreciate what founder and restauranteur Raymond Tyler brings to Flint and Genesee County’s dining scene. Although the restaurant is only able to offer curbside pick-up services at this time, Prime plans to feature entertainment alongside its steak, lobster and […]
There’s a back story behind every entrepreneur, particularly in Flint, the birthplace of a new creative class that is showing that there is more underneath the hood of the city than its automotive culture. Two of its serial entrepreneurs — Beats X Beers Founder Brandon Corder and Eight One Zero Founder James Thigpen, Jr.— recently […]
Brandon Corder has some timely advice for his fellow Flint-based entrepreneurs facing uncertainty during the COVID-19 pandemic: Stay passionate. Stay creative. Why anyone should listen to him is a no-brainer. As the CEO of the Beats x Beers music festival, the music and event producer has long been beloved and respected in the local community. […]
Ask Flint’s Damontai Richard how he would describe himself and there is no hesitation. “I’m a leader,” he says boldly. It doesn’t take long to realize that indeed the 23-year-old’s response doesn’t stem from cockiness, but a healthy sense of self-awareness. Or, that his proclamation is shared by many of his peers across the city. […]
Since 2014, SIAK founder Vantrell Erving has been daring his customers to say “It ain’t krispy.” “The term “krispy” means very clean, fresh, stylish and just being on point from head to toe,” Erving explains. “Our name really sets the tone for our service and reputation. Because we never want clients to be able to […]
Lev Hunter is creating a better Flint one cup of coffee at a time. “When you come to see me, it’s never “‘here’s your coffee, thanks and have a good day,’” says the owner of The Daily Brew. “I’m going to talk to you. I’m going to teach you about coffee and how I’m making […]
Women in Flint and Genesee County are propelling themselves to new heights. Their numbers are impressive: At 5,500 and growing, they are helping fuel Michigan’s ranking at the top of the nation for the growth of women-owned firms since 2014. The HUB Flint will highlight some of these achievers in the coming weeks. Meet Deria […]
Oaklin Mixon believes everybody is chasing something. “It can be personal success, wholesome relationships, anything,” says the founder and creative director of GoodBoy Clothing. He also stresses that when you start to run after anything there will be challenges that have to be encountered, and ultimately endured, in order to get to the finish line. […]
There was a time when Jemini Green cared a lot more about fitting in. As a high school student he wanted affirmation for wearing the clothing styles and making the fashion choices most commonly accepted by his peers. His personal transformation and embrace of his individuality led Jemini to a decision: He’d rather start trends […]
Lev “LV” Hunter’s eyes are on the prize. Hunter, a local business owner, is a finalist in this year’s Fenton Shark Tank competition. “It’s an achievement in itself just to get selected,” he says. “Now we have to take that same momentum to win.” On Nov. 29 at the Freedom Center, Hunter will get five […]