Flint and Genesee County Visitors Bureau
By Caitlyn Witkamp and Claire Zuwala Imagine being a tourist in your hometown, kind of a crazy idea, right? You have lived there for most of your life, so you should know everything there is to know about your sweet little town, where everything is, the places to chow down, and the best places for entertainment or fun… but, can you market your town to others? The Flint and Genesee Convention Visitors Bureau (CVB) is trying to change that. “Be A Tourist” is a program that the Flint and Genesee CVB put in place to help change the way the local residents, future residents, and visitors to the community see Flint and…
DoubleTree by Hilton, Port Huron
By Megan Hartmus and Mary Minogue The DoubleTree by Hilton in Port Huron was recognized for its commitment to the community and passion for involvement as winner of the 2019 Governor’s Service Award for the high level of service the business and its employees provide year after year. General Manager Amber Burch and her team routinely go above and beyond in their support for local groups and projects in their efforts to be a positive force in their neighborhood and beyond. Beginning when the hotel opened in 2013, community outreach has always been a priority for DoubleTree Port Huron, with support projects playing a critical role in its mission. The team at DoubleTree formed…
