Originally uploaded September 12th re-edited October 7th.Chris Holman welcomes back Kim Bode, Dog rescuer (hoarder), community advocate (vigilante), and proud (obsessed) Michigan business owner, 8THIRTYFOUR Marketing, Grand Rapids, MI.Welcome back, Kim, remind the Michigan business community about 8ThirtyFour Integrated Communications? Tell us abou…

Originally uploaded September 25th, re-edited October 19th.Chris Holman welcomes back Anthony Dalimonte, Associate, Foster Swift Collins & Smith PC, Southfield, MI, one of Foster Swift's 6 branches across Michigan. Michigan’s Changes to Paid Sick Leave:Michigan’s paid sick leave laws are changing. Tony Dalimonte is here to talk about what you need …

Originally uploaded September 19, re-edited October 17th.Chris Holman welcomes back Benjamin Bakken, CFP®, CEPA®, Senior Vice President, Lansing Market Director of Tri-Star Trust Bank.Welcome back Ben, it's been a couple of years, remind the Michigan business community about Tri-Star Trust Bank, especially what sets you apart?You were in East Lansi…

Originally uploaded August 12, re-edited October 16th.Chris Holman welcomes back Julie Pingston, CDME, CMP, CTA / President & CEO Choose Lansing, Lansing, MIWelcome back Julie, I understand you're part of a new project?Tell us more about the New Initiative Encouraging Sports Fans to Explore ‘Cities of the Big Ten’?There's a digital passport develop…

Originally uploaded August 15th, re-edited October 15th.On recommendation by Karl Klimek, MBN host of Education's Business – who has been working on some projects with Nigel Francis who among many other roles has served as inaugurator of the Automotive Industry Office in the State of Michigan. Detroit's LIFT, is the national manufacturing innovatio…

Originally uploaded October 3, re-edited October 12th.Chris Holman welcomes back Ryan Hundt, CEO, Michigan Works! Association, Lansing, MI.Welcome back Ryan. remind the Michigan business community about Michigan Works! Association?You recently held your Annual Conference in the Traverse City area, tell us about that?Any sponsors to especially thank…

Chris Holman welcomes Star Crawford, Market Executive Detroit, Bank of America.Chris had several things he wanted to find out in this conversation:Why did Bank of America decide to raise its U.S. minimum hourly wage to $24?Were factors such as inflation considered in making this decision, and when will the salary increase be implemented?From 2017 t…

Originally uploaded September 25th, re-edited October 11th.Chris Holman welcomes Rob Dale, Deputy Emergency Manager and Regional Planner, Ingham County Emergency Management, Mason, MI.About national preparedness month.... Welcome Rob tell us about Ingham County Emergency Management?Is Ingham County's structure like the other Michigan Counties? Is t…

Chris Holman welcomed back Nicole Noll-Williams, CEO & President for the Capital Region Airport Authority, that includes Fly Lansing, The Capital Region International Airport.She shares details about the Breeze Airways, their new service to Lansing, along with some discussion about the upcoming flight schedule and beginning fares. The video then sh…

Chris Holman welcomed Paula Cunningham with the Mid-Michigan Business Travel Coalition, an organization dedicated to promoting the best possible air service in the Greater Lansing region through Capital Region International Airport (LAN). The Coalition consists of organizations that share its mission to support the best interests of business travel…

Chris Holman welcomed Fiona Kiesel, Chief Guest Officer, Breeze Airways to the MBN studio at the Capital Region International Airport. Breeze began flights from Lansing to Orlando, FL the evening before and then was heading for their first flight from Lansing to Fort Myers Beach, FL, that afternoon.Fiona is a strategic leader with a focus on achiev…

Vic Verchereau welcomes Pat O'Keefe, who is the CEO and Founder of O’Keefe.Pat O'Keefe brings a powerful and compelling view to the Leadership Lowdown as he shares the headlines from a program his organization is sponsoring and you can attend! O’Keefe, Northwood University, and DBusiness are partnering to host "The State of the Economy and Role of …

Jeffrey Mosher welcomes back Jennifer Maxson, Founder and President of Jennifer Maxson & Associates, Belmont, MI.Questions covered in this interview:● As a leadership coach, what do you believe are the most crucial qualities that distinguish great bosses from merely good ones?● How can leaders effectively balance being approachable and maintaining …

Originally uploaded October 11, re-edited October 18th.Jeffrey Mosher welcomes Melissa Jones, Rapid Response State Coordinator, for Michigan's LEO, the Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity along with Tekea Norwood, COO, CAMW! the Capital Area Michigan Works!, Lansing, MI, but serving Ingham Eaton and Clinton Counties.THEME: Michigan Departm…

Faces of Manufacturing is a new show to Michigan Business Network. Cindy Kangas, Executive Director, CAMC, Capital Area Manufacturing Council, Lansing, Michigan, co-hosts with Joy Wagner, HR Manager of Granger Waste Services, also Lansing.Cindy and Joy strive to share the corporate culture, personal stories, and unique personalities of those making…

Originally uploaded October 4thFor Media Business Episode 79:Tony Conley welcomes Tim Daman, President and CEO, Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce.They discuss mid-Michigan's & Michigan's economy and business environment.The Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce (LRCC) team works tirelessly to provide value and tools to help businesses connect, gr…

Vic Verchereau welcomes Emilie Wolscheid, who is the owner of Emilie’s Activewear Boutique.After almost 20 years in property management, Emilie Wohlscheid left her career to have more time with her family. Being home with her girls was amazing, but she was left looking for more. In an effort to lose weight, she started running. To hold herself acco…

Originally uploaded October 2ndFor Media Business Episode 78:Tony Conley welcomes Jason Feig is the Midwest Regional Sales Manager for Khan Academy.Their discussion covers a lot of points, but focuses on these questions: What are the fears about AI & Education that you hear from teachers, administrators, parents, students & legislators?How do you g…

Chris Holman welcomes the M.S.U. perspective from the recent Michigan Inventors Expo. His guest for this video; Jenan Jondy, REI Coordinator, Center for Community & Economic Development, University Outreach and Engagement, Michigan State University, Lansing, MI. Jenan, bring the Michigan business community up to speed on MSU's REI?You were on hand …

Vic Verchereau welcomes Karin Hurt, who is the founder of Let's Grow Leaders.Karin inspires courage, confidence, and innovation. A former Verizon Wireless executive, she’s known for growing courageous leaders, building great cultures, and inspiring high-performance teams. She’s the award Winning Author of five books including Courageous Cultures, a…

Chris Holman welcomes back Nicole Noll-Williams, president and CEO of the Capital Region Airport Authority, Lansing, MI.The pair had several topics to cover in this month's conversation:Breeze Airways starts soon?The next International Flights season January to April 2025?Upcoming Disaster Preparedness drill in October?expansions/updates where do t…

Originally uploaded July 10th, re-edited September 30th.Chris Holman welcomes Jose Reyes, Executive Director, NPower Michigan, Detroit, MI.Can you explain what NPower Michigan is and the mission it serves? Specifically, how does the organization aim to build a talent pipeline that meets employer needs and engages the local community?Your organizati…

Originally uploaded September 3, re-edited September 26th.Chris Holman welcomes back Teri Sand, SHRM-CP, PHR, CBSP, CRP, Business Services Manager, Capital Area Michigan Works!, Lansing, MI,but serving Ingham Eaton, and Clinton CountiesTHEME: Teri discusses the influx of jobs moving away from degree requirements and toward skill requirements and Ca…

Originally Uploaded August 28th, re-edited September 23rd.Chris Holman welcomes Umar Tahir, VP Marketing, Enterprise Innovation & Digital Assets, LAFCU, Lansing, MI. LAFCU's participation as the main sponsor of the Phil Denny Summer Concert, along with local artists painting the LAFCU letters at the event.LAFCU's Multi-Cultural Day celebration, whe…

Originally uploaded August 27, re-edited September 22nd.Chris Holman welcomes back Lorri Rishar, CEO who is joined this time around by Aaron Bodus, lead communications strategist, EDGE Partnerships, Lansing, Marquette and Chicago.Lorri, you've added to your team again, how is EDGE finding and attracting the talent you need?Aaron, we hear you've com…

Originally uploaded August 27th, re-edited September 20th.Chris Holman welcomes Rod Sanders​​​​, Senior Business Development Manager, Convergence Networks, REO-Town, Lansing, MIRod, remind the Michigan business community about Convergence Networks?What are you seeing right now in the IT Landscape?AI is a huge topic right now; exactly does it mean f…

Jeffrey Mosher welcomes Erin Wallace, Director of Quality Assurance, and Education, Michigan Assisted Living Association, Livonia, MI, but recording from Grand Rapids, Michigan.The topic of this conversation: Addressing the Direct Care Workforce Crisis (Training to be Offered to Strengthen Critical Workforce in Long-Term Care)Questions:1) Michigan …

Jeffrey Mosher welcomes Former Ford Engineer Opens Kona Ice Business in Waterford, Michigan - Kona Ice Franchise Owner Doug Rehkopf,Jeffrey had several questions for Doug in this conversation: -What did you do before Kona Ice?-What made you want to open Kona Ice?-Why did you choose a franchise over opening something on your own?-Tell me about Kona …

Jeffrey Mosher welcomes back Nora Farhat, Owner, Pool Scouts, Detroit, MI.TOPIC: Arab-American Mother & Multi-Unit Business Owner in Detroit Finds Success in FranchisingJeffrey had several questions for Nora:What did you do before franchising?Why did you choose franchising over starting your own business?What have you learned about franchising? Wha…

Jeffrey Mosher welcomes Michelle and Kier Cook, owners, TruBlue Home Service Ally, Plymouth-Canton, MITell us about TruBlue Home Service Ally?What made you make this entrepreneurial jump?What territory do you cover?Is this a franchise operation or just your own operation here in Michigan?Do you rely on other Michigan businesses as valued vendors to…

Jeffrey Mosher welcomes Dane Ramsden, Owner, Caring Transitions he is also Chief Executive Officer at In Network Real Estate, Sterling Heights, Michigan, United States.Why This Metro-Detroit Realtor Chose to Open Caring Transitions to Supplement ServicesWhat is your background? What did you do before Caring Transitions?Why did you decide to add Car…

Vic Verchereau welcomes Emma Henry, who is the Executive Director for the Capital Area Housing Partnership.Emma Henry is the Executive Director for the Capital Area Housing Partnership, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, a Community Housing Development Organization (CHDO), and a HUD-approved local Housing Counseling Agency. Headquartered at the Ne…

Jeffrey Mosher welcomes back Karen Mead, Co-Owner of Farmgirl Flea Market, Hudsonville, MI. Talking Points● Farmgirl Flea Fall Market is returning for its 9th annual event, featuring over 180 vendors, primarily from Michigan.● The market plays a crucial role in supporting Michigan's small businesses, which employ 48.3% of the state's workforce.● Fa…

Originally uploaded September 6thFor Media Business Episode 78:Tony Conley welcomes Zachary Gorchow, President of Michigan OperationsZach was named president of Gongwer's Michigan operations in 2024 following more than four years as executive editor and publisher. He manages the company's Michigan operations and helps handle overall Gongwer company…

Faces of Manufacturing is a new show to Michigan Business Network. Cindy Kangas, Executive Director, CAMC, Capital Area Manufacturing Council, Lansing, Michigan, co-hosts with Joy Wagner, HR Manager of Granger Waste Services, also Lansing.Cindy and Joy strive to share the corporate culture, personal stories, and unique personalities of those making…

Chris Holman welcomes back Director Phil Roos at EGLE (Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy - State of Michigan, Lansing, MI.Can you explain the primary purpose of the EPA's Get the Lead Out initiative and how it aims to protect public health in Michigan and beyond? Earlier this year, Governor Whitmer and EGLE announced a $290 million expansion of …

Originally uploaded August 15th, fixed a glitch September 18th.Chris Holman welcomes back Ryan Hundt, CEO, Michigan Works! Association, Lansing, MI, but serving statewide.Welcome back, what have been the key issues Michigan Works has been dealing with this summer?Your annual conference is about a month away, can you give us a general overview of th…

Originally uploaded July 5th.Chris Holman welcomes back Jason Cords, Executive Manager, Shaheen Chevrolet, Shaheen Cadillac, Lansing, MI.Welcome back Jason, how has 2024 gone so far for Shaheen Chevrolet & Cadillac?How has Shaheen maneuvered through the recent CDK Global database hack?Has the transition over to EVs continued? Is infrastructure comi…

Originally uploaded September 10th.Jeffrey Mosher welcomes back Shibani Putatunda, Economic Specialist, with the Michigan Center for Data and Analytics, withinDTMB - the Michigan Department of Technology, Management and Budget for the State of MI, Lansing, MIWhat is going on in Michigan’s labor market this monthHow does Michigan’s unemployment rate…

Jeffrey Mosher welcomes Reyna Orellana Masko as Hispanic Heritage Month is at hand from mid-September to mid-October. What better way to celebrate than with a fresh, cold Michelada (AKA the Mexican Bloody Mary) in your hand?Created by Reyna Orellana Masko, Reyna’s Michelada Mix is a high-quality, tomato-based blend of all-natural ingredients that t…

Originally uploaded September 3rd.Jeffrey Mosher welcomes Andria Romkema, Senior Vice President of Marketing and Communications, The Right Place, Grand Rapids, MI.There were several things he wanted to find out in their conversation: Welcome back Andria, remind the Michigan business community about The Right Place?The Right Place is set to play a r…

Jeffrey Mosher welcomed three guests promoting an upcoming anchor event set for September 23rd, and tied into a Six-Day-Project.Business owners and business leaders looking to make a significant impact on their companies, families and communities are invited to a special event, Anchored, on September 23 in Detroit.This free event supports the Detro…

Jeffrey Mosher welcomes Lindsay Gainor, VP of HR and Talent Management, TWO MEN AND A TRUCK, Lansing, MI. Lindsay Gainor started as the new Vice President of Human Resources & Talent Management for ServiceMaster Brands in late April of 2024. There were several things Jeffrey wanted to find out in this conversation:Lindsay, can you discuss your role…

"Getting A Grip" is among the newer shows for Michigan Business Network, hosted by long-time MBN contributor Michael Maddox.In this weekly program Mike will focus on helping entrepreneurs end the chaos. Through the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) we highlight ways that business owners can clarify their vision, gain traction, and increase tea…

Originally uploaded August 30thFor Media Business Episode 77:Tony Conley welcomes back Mr. Patrick L. Anderson founded Anderson Economic Group in 1996 and currently serves as the company’s principal and chief executive officer.Anderson Economic Group is one of the most recognized boutique consulting firms in the United States, and has been a consul…

Originally uploaded June 11, re-edited September 5.Chris Holman welcomes Dwan Dandridge, Chief Executive Officer · Black Leaders Detroit, Detroit, MI. Dwan was among the interesting guests that MBN didn't catch up with while conducting 50 interviews at this year's Mackinac Policy Conference on Mackinac Island at the Grand Hotel.Chris had several to…

Vic Verchereau welcomes Myron Frierson, who is the Chairman of the Uplift Our Youth Foundation.The Uplift Our Youth Foundation is steered by a distinguished board of directors, each bringing unique expertise and unwavering dedication to the cause. These leaders share a collective vision: provide a transformative impact on the lives of young individ…

Jeffrey Mosher welcomes Laura R. Holmes; Marketing Director, Michigan Irish Music Festival, Muskegon, MI.They're the 8ThirtyFour Integrated Communications Spotlight interview of September 2024. 1. As you celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Michigan Irish Music Festival,what do you think has been the key to its longevity and growth over the years?…

Originally loaded May 10th, audio glitch fixed Sep. 6.Chris Holman welcomes Michelle Reynaert, Vice President, Sparrow Foundation & Community Engagement at U of M Health - SparrowTalking Points:Michelle Reynaert, Vice President, Foundation & Community Engagement prepared to speak on: UM Health-Sparrow Foundation Health Classic presented by Sentinel…

Chris Holman welcomes back Shelia Scott, Community Financial Education & Business Development Officer LAFCU, Lansing, MI.Shelia's on hand this time around to discuss LAFCU's Pathway to Financial Transformation Course. Shelia facilitates this course.Deadline to enroll for 2024-2025 cohort: Sept. 8, 2024Q1. Tell us about LAFCU's Pathway to Financial …