Vic Verchereau welcomes Mark Whitacre, who is Vice President, Culture & Care at Coca-Cola Consolidated.Mark Whitacre is an Ivy League Ph.D. and the highest-ranked executive of any Fortune 500 company to become a whistleblower in US history, and is responsible for uncovering the ADM price-fixing scandal in the early 1990's. Mark Whitacre wore a wire…

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 Chris Miller, SIOR, Senior Vice President, Martin Commercial Properties, Lansing, MI.This discussion is the first of three with Martin Commercial Properties team, and focuses on Industrial and Investment Advisory.These were the questions they cover in this conversation: With industrial vacancy rates holding steady, what factor…

Chris Holman welcomes Eric Rosekrans, CCIM, Executive Vice President, Martin Commercial Properties, and Thomas Jamieson, Martin Commercial Properties, Lansing, MI.This discussion is the second of three with Martin Commercial Properties team, and focuses on their Office Advisory.These were the questions they cover in this conversation: Office Adviso…

Chris Holman welcomes Carson Patten, Vice President, Retail Advisor, Martin Commercial Properties, and Samantha Le, Senior Associate, Retail Advisor, Martin Commercial Properties,This discussion is the third of three with Martin Commercial Properties team, and focuses on their Retail Advisory.These were the questions they cover in this conversation…

Chris Holman welcomes back Quentin Messer, Jr. ,Chief Executive Officer and President and Chair of the Michigan Strategic Fund MEDC, Detroit, MI.Chris had several things he wanted to find out from Quentin in this conversation: The more than $500,000 in RAP funding to redevelop 9301 Oakland Ave. is a significant investment in the city’s future. Can …

[Kim Bode / 8ThirtyFour Integrated Communications' spotlight, participant in SBAM's Women’s Entrepreneurial Fellowship] Chris Holman welcomes Nancy Marshall, Owner of Marshall Sales Incorporated, Detroit area, MI.This is the first of four interviews in a series.There were several questions Chris wanted to find out from Nancy:What makes your busines…

Originally uploaded October 3rd, re-edited February 20.Chris Holman welcomes Dennis Shaver, Product Development Program Director, Centropolis Accelerator @ Lawrence Technological University.Remind Michigan business community about the Centropolis Accelerator?What is your connection with this year's recent Michigan Inventors Coalition's Annual Expo?…

Originally uploaded January 28, re-edited February 21st.Chris Holman welcomes back Kellie Dean, CEO, Dean Transportation, Lansing, MI.Welcome back Kellie, remind the Michigan business community about Dean Transportation and all your services?Please share some of your history?What were some highlights for 2024?What is the focus for 2025?As they wrap…

Chris Holman welcomes back Kinexus / HR Collaborative spotlight guestRoger Curtis, Executive Director, Youth Solutions, Benton Harbor, MI. There were several questions Chris wanted to find out Tell me more about Youth Solutions and what you all do?Roger, MBN has known you in many roles review that?How many youth do you typically impact each year? (…

Originally uploaded January 28, re-edited March 3rd.Chris Holman welcomes back Julie Pingston, President & CEO, Choose Lansing, Lansing, MI.Welcome back Julie remind the Michigan business community about Choose Lansing?What were some highlights from 2024?What is your organization looking forward to in 2025?You recently gave a report at our Mid-Mich…

Chris Holman welcomes Paula Macpherson, Executive Director, Velocity, Macomb County, MI.There were several things Chris wanted to find out from Paula in this conversation:1.Velocity has been a driving force in supporting startups in Macomb County for over 11 years. Can you share some of the key challenges and opportunities you've seen in fostering …

[Kim Bode spotlight, participant in SBAM's Women’s Entrepreneurial Fellowship] Jeffrey Mosher welcomes Diane Arnold, owner of Neuco Furniture & Upholstery, Traverse City, MI.This is the second of four interviews in a series.There were several things he wanted to find out in this conversation:What have been some successes/challenges you’ve faced in …

Vic Verchereau welcomes Jon Weirauch, who is a Speaker and Coach at Rick Olson Seminars.Jon D. Weirauch continues to build upon the excellent work that Rick Olson Seminars has done for years, including some new approaches and offerings. From keynote speeches to large and small group workshops to 1 on 1 coaching, Jon finds his passion in his mission…

January 14, re-edited March 5th.Jeffrey Mosher welcomes back Carrie Rosingana, CEO CAMW! Capital Area Michigan Works!, Lansing MI, but serving Ingham, Eaton, and Clinton Counties.THEME: Capital Area Michigan Works! CEO Carrie Rosingana highlights the CAMW! staff and board members who received award recognition at the December 2024 board meeting. Qu…

Originally uploaded December 26, re-edited February 19th.Jeffrey Mosher 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: Capital Area Michigan Works! Business Services Manager Teri Sand discusses the importance of Registered A…

Originally Uploaded January 28th, reloaded March 2ndFor Media Business Episode 82:Tony Conley has a three-part conversation with Michael Martinez, who covers Ford Motor Co. and the UAW for Automotive News.- Tell us about how the Ford Electric Mustang outsold the gasoline Mustang for the first time ever?- How were Ford's 2024 sales?- Ford had a reco…

Jeffrey Mosher welcomes Patricia Dockery, executive director of Stafford House, Inc., Detroit, MI.There were several things he wanted to find out from Patricia in this conversation:● Can you share a bit about the vision for the redevelopment of the 9301 Oakland Avenue property in Detroit's North End? ● What role did the Michigan Economic Developmen…

Originally uploaded November 26, re-edited February 18th.Jeffrey Mosher welcomes back Teri Sand, SHRM-CP, PHR, CBSP, CRP, Business Services Manager, Capital Area Michigan Works!, Lansing, MI, but serving Ingham Eaton, and Clinton Counties.THEME: In light of Veteran’s Day, Capital Area Michigan Works! Business Services Manager Teri Sand gives an ove…

Originally uploaded December 23rd, re-edited February 27th.Jeffrey Mosher welcomes Julie Lowenthal, Program and Advocacy Specialist, AgeWays Nonprofit Senior Services (Area Agency on Aging), Southfield, MI.Questions1. Can you help listeners understand the scope of unpaid caregiving in Michigan and what this means for our workforce? 2. How are risin…

Originally Uploaded January 20th, reloaded February 26thFor Media Business Episode 82:Tony Conley has a three-part conversation welcoming back Patrick DeHaan GasBuddy.com oil/gasoline analyst, fact checker and myth buster.What are the current gas prices in Michigan?What do you expect gas price wise in Michigan for 1st quarter 2025.What will the Tru…

Jeffrey Mosher welcomes Alyssa Watts, Marketing Coordinator for TWO MEN AND A TRUCK Detroit, and Mena Davis, Executive Director & Founder of All Things Women Inc., Detroit, MI.Alyssa, Mena welcome, remind our Michigan business community briefly about both of your organizations?Tell us about your big announcement from Tuesday?Dig a little deeper, pl…

Jeffrey Mosher welcomes Kai Bowman, co-founder of the Michigan Black Business Alliance, Detroit, and who has recently announced he is leaving the organization to launch a new strategic consulting firm called Clutch Consulting. The firm will help established businesses statewide think bigger and bolder.What is Clutch Consulting and what inspired you…

Vic Verchereau welcomes Patrick O’Keefe, who is the Founder and CEO of O’Keefe.Patrick M. O’Keefe is the Founder and CEO of O’Keefe, a transactional strategic and financial advisory firm. Mr. O’Keefe is recognized as an expert in the fields of strategic advisory services, corporate reorganization, turnaround consulting, valuation, and litigation su…

Chris Holman welcomes back Carrie Rosingana, CEO of CAMW! Capital Area Michigan Works!, Lansing, MI, but serving Ingham Eaton and Clinton Counties. Their theme for February 2025: Capital Area Michigan Works! CEO Carrie Rosingana discusses the Capital Area Child Care Coalition and their new website, which now includes functions to connect businesses…

Originally uploaded December 17th, re-edited February 14th.Chris Holman welcomes back Ara Topouzian, Executive Director, MVCA, the Michigan Venture Capital Association, operating virtually, across all of Michigan.There were several things Chris wanted to find out during their conversation: Welcome back Ara, remind the Michigan business community ab…

Originally uploaded December 24, re-edited February 12thChris Holman welcomes back Glenn Stevens Jr., Executive Director of MICHauto and Vice President of Automotive and Mobility Initiatives at the Detroit Regional Chamber, Detroit, MI.Welcome back Glenn please share some highlights from your 2024 MichAuto State of the Industry event?Among MichAuto…

Originally uploaded July 8th, re-edited February 7th.A Mackinac Policy Conference interview that ended up postponed until late June. Chris Holman welcomes Venessa Keesler, Ph.D., President & CEO, Launch Michigan.In their conversation Chris wanted to find several things out from Vanessa:What is Launch Michigan?I understand Business Leaders for Michi…

Originally uploaded July 1st, video glitch fixed and replaced February 5th. Chris Holman welcomes back Mark A. Williams, President, MCDC, Michigan Certified Development Corporation, East Lansing, MI.In their conversation, Chris had several things he wanted to find out from Mark; What’s new with MCDC? Mark reviewed their new loan product, Community …

Chris Holman welcomes David R. (Dave) Russell - Foster Swift Collins Smith, PC, Lansing, with 6 offices across Michigan.In their discussion they covered numerous topics including:What are Troubled Assets/Troubled Projects/Business Ventures?LoansConstruction projectsBusiness venture underwaterOwnership disputesWhat are Common Causes in Construction …

Originally uploaded December 23rd, re-edited January 29th.Chris Holman welcomes back Tong Li, Founder, Owner, AP Lazer, Mason, MIWhat were some highlights from 2024?What projects or products were initiated or continued? What is the mission for 2025?Are any big projects or events of note you can share with us?You're quite the inventor and entreprene…

Vic Verchereau welcomes Ryan Rigterink, who is the Founder of Leaders Ops.Ryan Rigterink is helping others in building modern workplaces where people & results thrive. With a specialty in workplace dynamics and modern work, he helps make small changes for big impact improving how to recruit, motivate, and fuel employee engagement. Together he helps…

Originally Uploaded January 17th, reloaded February 14thFor Media Business Episode 81:Tony Conley has a three-part conversation welcoming Kyle Melinn is the owner and editor of MIRS News; Michigan’s Leader In Public Policy News And Resources. It's where you can unlock the power of Michigan politics with MIRS.news. Their custom legislative monitorin…

Vic Verchereau welcomes Rawley Van Fossen, who is the Executive Director of Capital Area Housing Partnership.Rawley resides in Lansing's Old Oakland Neighborhood and has lived in the greater Lansing community for over ten years. He began his service with Capital Area Housing Partnership (CAHP) in 2014 as a board member, and later joined CAHP staff …

Originally uploaded February 9, re-edited February 12.100 % Hustle Podcast 8 - Lansing’s Newest Marketing AgencyHost: Vicki HamiltonTopic: Lansing’s Newest Marketing AgencyGuest: Jacki Krumnow, Owner and Operator of Now MarketingGuest Bio:The Master of Mischief, Jacki Krumnow is the Owner and Operator of the brand new business Now Marketing. Krumno…

Vic Verchereau welcomes Mike Stout, who is the President and Founder of Michigan Waterways Stewards.Mike Stout is a Fortune 100 marketing executive, expert in business development and leading transformational change. Over his career he has managed several national brands, taken regional companies nationally, transformed private label companies into…

Vic Verchereau welcomes Mark Maxwell, who is the Founder and Principal Consultant of Maxwell Leadership Group.Maxwell Leadership Group (MLG) is a business consulting practice focused on business strategy and leadership development with clients ranging from large globally diversified organizations to small and mid-market companies. MLG brings over 3…

Originally uploaded Dec. 3rd, re-edited January 31st. A Two-part, two segment interview as,... Jeffrey Mosher welcomes back Kim Bode, Dog rescuer (hoarder), community advocate (vigilante), and proud (obsessed) Michigan business owner of 8THIRTY FOUR Integrated Communications, Grand Rapids, MI.TOPIC: SBAM Foundation Announces Inaugural Women's Entre…

Originally uploaded January 14th, re-edited January 31st.Jeffrey Mosher welcomes back Anthony M. Dalimonte, Associate, Foster Swift Collins & Smith PC, Southfield, MI, one of Foster Swift's 6 branches across Michigan. {Topic: Foster Swift about new updates to the Earned Sick Time Act (ESTA) Intro,Can you give us an overview of Michigan’s Earned Sic…

Vic Verchereau welcomes Justin Rose, who is the Director of Business Development at Make The Turn.Justin Rose brings over two decades of expertise in storytelling and relationship-building to his role as Make The Turn's Director of Business Development. Known for his engaging style and strategic approach, Justin spent 20 years in sports journalism …

Vic Verchereau welcomes Brent Taylor, who is the President & CEO of Habitat for Humanity Capital Region.Habitat for Humanity Capital Region is a nonprofit organization that helps people build and improve places to call home in Clinton, Eaton, and Ingham Counties, Michigan. Founded on the conviction that everyone deserves a simple, durable place to …

Jeffrey Mosher speaks with Steve Bral, Owner, Filta, Metro-Detroit for the topic: How This Metro-Detroit Business is Helping Ford Field Lower Its Environmental Impact.Welcome Steve, Share your career path?Tell us about Filta?One thing on many in Michigan's minds – Lions football. Recently was the 84th time Detroit will play on Turkey Day. behind-th…

Vic Verchereau welcomes Emily Emmott, who is the General Manager of Hotel Walloon.Enjoy the charm and hospitality of the early twentieth century along with the comforts of every modern amenity. Located in Northern Michigan, Hotel Walloon is settled against the breathtaking backdrop of Walloon Lake. This privately owned boutique hotel features spaci…

Jeffrey Mosher welcomes Chris and Geri Andrews, natives of Metro Detroit, combined their love of music, a passion for travel and an appreciation of tequila into a new business venture this past year.Chris, an engineer, musician, and music producer, and Geri, who’s had a long career in sales, marketing and finance, wanted to embark on a new passion …

Originally Uploaded December 16th, reloaded January 18thFor Media Business Episode 81:Tony Conley has a three-part conversation welcoming M2N2 Insurance Billing owners (CEO) Melissa and (COO) John Newman share their journey from military & pharmacy to medical billing, prioritize work-life balance for their 45 employees & navigate healthcare costs, …

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…

Vic Verchereau welcomes Linda Hundt, who is the Founder of Sweetie-licious Bakery Cafe, and Ellie Hundt Sutherlnd, who is the General Manager.Sweetie-licious Bakery Cafe is a charming small business located in downtown DeWitt, Michigan. The vintage ambience paired with delicious, old-fashioned food makes for a perfect dining or take-out experience.…

Jeffrey Mosher welcomes Ed Buison , Owner, BIGGBY COFFEEs around Livonia, Michigan. Livonia’s BIGGBY COFFEE Celebrates 10 Years; Owner Awarded For Community ImpactFor their conversation several questions were covered: Welcome Ed, remind the Michigan business community about the overall Biggby story?Please share a quick recap of your business career…

Vic Verchereau welcomes Russ Climie, who is the Founder of Tiberius Images.For nearly 20 years, Russ Climie has helped businesses across the country stand out with photos that do more than look good—they work. In a world where everyone has a camera, Russ takes things further, making clients and their teams feel at ease in front of the lens and crea…

Business Community Disappointed in Lame Duck Legislature's Unemployment Tax Increase - Job ProvidersMichigan Business Beat | Three Organizations Share Concerns over Lansing Lame Duck Session.Chris Holman welcomes Kelli Saunders, Vice President Policy & Engagement, SBAM - Small Business Association of Michigan, Wendy Block, senior VP of business adv…