Financial Plus Credit Union is thrilled to announce that the three winners of the Billboards of Inclusion: Minority Business Spotlight contest—The Artis Collection, Drinks of Essence, and Wombman Unspoken—now have their billboards displayed prominently across Genesee County. These billboards will remain visible for four weeks, offering a platform to amplify their unique businesses.

"We're proud to support these inspiring businesses as they strengthen community connections and provide valuable products and services," said Allen Williams, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Business Partner at Financial Plus Credit Union. “The Billboards of Inclusion campaign reflects our commitment to championing diversity and inclusion in the communities we serve.”

The Artis Collection

Travelers heading north will see The Artis Collection’s billboard after the Pierson Rd exit. With the theme "Let art change your life," the billboard aims to inspire and bring people together through the power of art and education. The Artis Collection uses art to build community connections and teach people how to use their imagination. View the collection and available classes at www.theartiscollection.com.

Drinks of Essence

Located on US-23 North between White Lake Rd and Owen Rd, the billboard for Drinks of Essence shines a spotlight on Mid-Michigan’s only state-licensed and accredited bartending school. Drinks of Essence specializes in mixology and bartending certification programs and is a go-to resource for holiday mixology parties. To book a mixology party or learn about their Bartending 101 course,

visit www.drinksofessence.com.

Wombman Unspoken

Wombman Unspoken’s dual billboards, front and back on South Saginaw St between I-69 and 12th St, reach both northbound and southbound traffic. Wombman Unspoken focuses on feminine wellness, honoring holistic healing and ancestral wisdom for Black women. Their yoni soaps, shower steams, and bath bombs are crafted to support wellness through intergenerational healing. Explore their product offerings at www.wombmanunspoken.com.

Financial Plus congratulates these exceptional small businesses and invites the community to celebrate their accomplishments.