Best BBB Network Podcasts (2025)

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Michigan Business Network | Troy Baker, Better Business Bureau of Michigan - BBB Trades Scholarship 7:16

16d ago7:16

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Chris Holman welcomes Troy Baker, VP of Strategic Partnerships and Market Expansion, Better Business Bureau® of Michigan, Southfield, MI.Talk briefly about the merging of the BBBs of Eastern and Western Michigan?What inspired the creation of the BBB Trades Scholarship, and how does it align with BBB’s broader mission?Can you walk us through the eli…

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Trump's BBB Not a BBL 55:16

3d ago55:16

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In this episode of Laugh and Learn, Flame Monroe and co-host Bobbi Clifford reflect on their week, including personal updates and a heartfelt nod to Memorial Day. The conversation takes a sharp political turn as they unpack the implications of Donald Trump’s pardons and broader policy decisions, underscoring the importance of civic awareness and re…

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Leadership Lowdown | Tony McCaul - Real Leaders Are Ordinary People With Extraordinary Determination 41:55

5d ago41:55

41:55

Vic Verchereau welcomes Tony McCaul, who is the Executive Director at Critter Barn.Before joining Critter Barn, Tony McCaul worked with the Ottawa County ISD for 14 years as an Ag Tech teacher. Tony is a graduate of Michigan State University and Colorado State University with Bachelors and Masters degrees in Agriscience, Agriculture Education, and …

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This AIN'T The Apprentice 43:50

6d ago43:50

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This week on Laugh and Learn, Flame Monroe and Bobbi Clifford return with their signature blend of humor and hard truths, diving into a wide-ranging conversation that spans tributes to cultural icons, public health awareness, and the ever-evolving political landscape. They offer sharp takes on President Biden’s recent health discourse, economic shi…

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Michigan Business Beat | Amirika Richardson, T3/CAMW! The MiCareerQuest Capital Area '24 6:20

12d ago6:20

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Originally uploaded December 17th, re-edited May 17th.Jeffrey Mosher welcomes back Amirika Richardson, T3 Education Officer.Question: How would you summarize the overall experience of MiCareerQuest Capital Area this year, and what were the key takeaways in terms of engagement and the industries showcased?This year, over 2,000 students attended our …

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Leadership Lowdown | Sarah Kwilinski - New Thinking For Our Schools 44:15

12d ago44:15

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Vic Verchereau welcomes Sarah Kwilinski, who is the President and Founder of Sundial Classical Farmstead.Sundial Classical Farmstead’s President and founder, Sarah Kwilinski, used her 20+ years as a special education teacher and consultant to identify structural and systemic barriers to learning found in modern educational practices. A certified sp…

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Michigan Business Beat | T. Rann Paynter, Michigan Bankers Association– 2024 Highlights 2025 Outlook 6:21

16d ago6:21

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Originally uploaded April 24th, reloaded May 15th.Chris Holman welcomes back T. Rann Paynter, President & CEO, Michigan Bankers Association, Lansing, MI.There were several things Chris wanted to find out from Rann in this conversation:Welcome back Rann, remind the Michigan business community about the Michigan Bankers Association?Briefly what were …

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Michigan Business Network | Jonathan Smith, LEO, Leaders Collaborating - Ensure Michiganders Benefit 5:48

16d ago5:48

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Originally uploaded July 30th, reloaded May 14th.Chris Holman welcomes Jonathan Smith, Senior Chief Deputy Director for LEO - Labor & Economic Opportunity - Michigan, East Lansing.There were several things Chris wanted to find out from Jonathan in this conversation: Can you provide an overview of the Community & Worker Economic Transition Office an…

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Michigan Business Beat | Eric A Schertzing, with Michelle Thompson, MLBA New Executive Director 5:49

16d ago5:49

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Originally uploaded July 12, re-edited May 12.Chris Holman welcomes back Eric A Schertzing, Consultant, Michigan Land Bank Association, who is joined for this conversation by Michelle Thompson, New Executive Director, Michigan Land Bank Association.So Michelle, you were added new in March what was your background before this?Michelle, I understand …

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Michigan Business Beat | Nick Chaffin, CAMW! the Rapid Response Program Supporting Businesses 6:27

17d ago6:27

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Originally uploaded March 6th, reloaded May 3rd.Chris Holman welcomes back Nick Chaffin, Program Compliance Officer, CAMW! Capital Area Michigan Works! Lansing, MI, but serving Ingham, Eaton and Clinton Counties.THEME: Capital Area Michigan Works! reviews the Rapid Response program and its role in supporting employers and employees through a layoff…

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Michigan Business Beat | Teri Sand, Capital Area Michigan Works! May & June '25 Job Fairs 7:10

17d ago7:10

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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: Teri talks about the fourth annual DHHS Job Fair, which took place the previous day, and previews the upcoming Juneteenth Job Fair. Question 1: Yesterday was the…

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Michigan Business Beat | Lorri Rishar, EDGE on Michigan Celebrates Small Business Award Win 7:09

17d ago7:09

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Chris Holman welcomes back Lorri Rishar, MBA, Owner & CEO, EDGE Partnerships, Lansing, Marquette, Chicago.Welcome back Lorri, remind the Michigan business community about EDGE?We celebrated with you at the Michigan Celebrates Small Business gala last week, tell us about your award? {A Woman-Owned Small Business of the Year}.Was this your first MCSB…

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Michigan Business Beat | Anthony Dalimonte, Foster Swift, How Universities Deal with N.I.L. Decision 6:46

17d ago6:46

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Originally uploaded April 15, reloaded April 28th.Chris Holman welcomes back Anthony Dalimonte, Associate, Foster Swift Collins & Smith PC, Southfield, MI, one of Foster Swift's 6 branches across Michigan. Chris and Tony's Topic for this conversation: N.I.L.What is the NCAA House settlement and why is it such a big deal for college athletics?What i…

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Michigan Business Beat | Dave Lee, BRD Recapping 2024, Looking Forward to 2025 in Printing Business! 6:37

17d ago6:37

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Originally uploaded January 29, reloaded April 26th.Chris Holman welcomes Dave Lee, President & CEO, BRD Printing, Lansing, MI.Welcome Dave, share your company's history/story?What were the highlights for 2024?What do you expect for 2025?Can you share more about one of your service lines or new machines?How does BRD handle the talent issue?» Visit …

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Michigan Business Beat | Jeran Culina, National Skills Coalition Assisting the State of Michigan 7:02

17d ago7:02

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Originally uploaded April 11th, reloaded April 25th.Chris Holman welcomes Jeran Culina, Manager, Business Leaders United at National Skills Coalition, Middleville, MI.Welcome Jeran, tell us about Business Leaders United?What is your role at National Skills Coalition and how are you currently connected in the state of Michigan?What is the current st…

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Michigan Business Beat | Bill Hufnagel, Dart Bank Celebrating 100 Years April 2025 6:39

17d ago6:39

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Chris Holman welcomes Bill Hufnagel, President & CEO Dart Bank, Mason, MI.Dart Bank marked a significant milestone on Friday, March 21, tell us about that?Share the story of Rollin C. Dart and his son, Doc Campbell Dart, in 1925?Talk about the growth and your footprint across Michigan at this point?So, I'm hearing trust, innovation, and a deep dedi…

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A Gift From Afar (Qatar) 55:45

18d ago55:45

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In this week's episode of Laugh and Learn, Flame Monroe and co-host Bobbi Clifford tackle a range of timely topics with their signature blend of humor and sharp commentary. They unpack the ongoing challenges faced by the trans community, the symbolism and scrutiny surrounding Air Force One, and the layers of corruption shaping today’s political lan…

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Michigan Business Beat | Suzanne Greenberg, Children Trust Michigan- Pam Posthumus Signature Auction 13:40

23d ago13:40

13:40

Jeffrey Mosher welcomes back Suzanne Greenberg, Executive Director from Children Trust Michigan, Lansing, MI: 23rd Annual Pam Posthumus Signature Auction coming up!Welcome back Suzanne, remind the Michigan business community about Children Trust Michigan that rebranded from the Michigan Children’s Trust Fund in 2022?What inspired this year’s focus …

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Michigan Corners | Martha Zehnder Kaczynski - "Bavarian Blast" 42:40

23d ago42:40

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Vic Verchereau welcomes Martha Zehnder Kaczynski, who is the Owner and Vice President at Bavarian Inn Lodge.Nestled on the banks of the beautiful Cass River, the Bavarian Inn Lodge is a world-class resort destination for families and couples. Unique in theme, experience a trip to “Little Bavaria” in Frankenmuth, Michigan! A great vacation spot for …

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Michigan Business Beat | Karen Mead, Farmgirl Flea Market - Spring Market 2025 4:40

23d ago4:40

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Jeffrey Mosher welcomes back Karen Mead, Co-Owner of Farmgirl Flea Market, Hudsonville, MI He had several questions for Karen in this conversation:1. Tell us a bit about Farmgirl Flea’s Spring Market? 2. What can people find at this year’s market? 3. What’s the importance of shopping locally? 4. What sets Farmgirl apart from other flea markets? 5. …

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Bold LeadHERS | Inaugural Episode 35:43

24d ago35:43

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Lorri Rishar, MBA, Owner & CEO, EDGE Partnerships, Lansing, Marquette, Chicago,Becky Burtka, VP of member engagement, Michigan Chamber, Lansing, MI.Co-Hosts of the new MBN show "BOLD LeadHERS"Following tradition for Michigan Business Network, the pair of hosts, spend their first two segments of the first episode with Chris Holman founder and CEO of…

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New Pope or New Poop 47:25

25d ago47:25

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Flame Monroe and co-host Bobbi Clifford dive into a wide-ranging conversation covering everything from personal tour stories and a tribute to the late Ruth Buzzi, to reflections on entertainment history and mental health in politics. They examine current political developments including the papal conclave, Trump’s ongoing controversies, and Marjori…

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Leadership Lowdown | J.T. Mestdaugh - No Bad Days 41:00

26d ago41:00

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Vic Verchereau welcomes J.T. Mestdaugh, who is the Founder of the J.T. Mestdaugh Foundation.In J.T. Mestdaugh's words “I want to share my story so people who feel alone and discouraged might feel, well...less alone and more confident.” By the time J.T. Mestdaugh was three years old, he had spent 250 days in the hospital, and he endured sixteen majo…

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Michigan Business Beat | Mike McFall, Biggby Celebrates 30th Anniversary And Reflects on 3 Decades! 6:49

27d ago6:49

6:49

Chris Holman welcomes Mike McFall, Co-Founder/Co-CEO, Biggby Coffee, East Lansing, MIThere were several things Chris wanted to find our during their conversation: Mike welcome, remind the Michigan business community about Biggby Coffee's history?Big news right now is BIGGBY COFFEE celebrating 30 years of growth, customer loyalty, and specialty coff…

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Michigan Business Beat | Zac Clark Lansing Lugnuts, Spring Is Here, Play Ball 2025 News & Updates. 6:57

27d ago6:57

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Originally uploaded April 7, re-edited April 21st.Chris Holman welcomes back Zac Clark, General Manager, Lansing Lugnuts, Lansing, MI.Athletics affiliation is at an interesting time, tell us about Sacramento?So Zach your season is just underway, remind Michigan about the Crosstown Rivalry with MSU?What sort of economic impact for Mid-Michigan shoul…

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Michigan Business Beat | Dick Peffley, Lansing Board of Water & Light, Power Restoration, & Updates 6:55

27d ago6:55

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Chris Holman welcomes back Dick Peffley, General Manager, Lansing Board of Water & Light, Lansing, MI.Lansing BWL jumped into action after the recent Thunderstorm damage March 30th and then has shared crews up north to help after the Ice Storms?Tell us about LBWL's commitment to Earth Month?Your annual Water Quality Report is out, tell us a bit abo…

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Michigan Business Beat | Noel Nevshehir, Automation Alley's International Business Services/Missions 6:52

27d ago6:52

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Chris Holman welcomes back Noel Nevshehir, Director, International Business Services and Global Strategic Partnerships, Automation Alley, Troy, MI.Welcome back Noel, remind the Michigan business community about Automation Alley's International Business Services and Global Strategic Partnerships?Many of those are tied in through MEDC?Tell us about y…

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Michigan Business Beat | Kimberly Way Michigan Works! Association Gearing up for Impact Awards 2025! 7:25

27d ago7:25

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Originally uploaded April 11th, reloaded April 18th.Chris Holman welcomes back Kimberly Way, CXO, Chief Experience Officer, Michigan Works! Association, Lansing, MI.Welcome back Kimberly, remind us about Michigan Works! Association?You have your annual Impact Awards, near the state Capitol April 24th, tell us more?Last year was a memorable experien…

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Michigan Business Beat | Katherine Japinga, Capital Region Airport Authority April 2025 Update 7:03

27d ago7:03

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Chris Holman welcomes Katherine Japinga to the MBN studio for this month's conversation. Katherine is the Director of Marketing, Capital Region Airport Authority, Lansing, MI.We understand you're wrapping up our international season for 2025 – 15th year with apple vacations/international service?Not much to say here since we don’t have final number…

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Michigan Business Beat | Julie Pingston Reviews Choose Lansing's 2025 Annual Meeting 8:03

28d ago8:03

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Originally uploaded March 14th, reloaded April 13th.Chris Holman welcomes back Julie Pingston, President & CEO, Choose Lansing, Lansing, MI.Welcome back Julie, you've just wrapped up your Annual Meeting, tell us about that, and about its focus?And in that meeting you celebrated some record-breaking numbers please share those?One of Choose Lansing a…

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Michigan Business Beat | Ann Marie Creed, Introducing Newly Named President of UMH-Sparrow Lansing 7:06

28d ago7:06

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Chris Holman welcomes Ann Marie Creed, Newly named president of University of Michigan Health-Sparrow Lansing, Lansing, MI.Welcome Ann, can you share your career background?We understand you start this new role May 19th?Your roles in healthcare have prepared you well for this new position?What drew you to UMH Sparrow as they underwent their search?…

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Michigan Business Beat | Mark McDaniel, Cinnaire Drawing Attention to the Michigan Ice Storm 6:58

28d ago6:58

6:58

Chris Holman welcomes Mark McDaniel, President & CEO, Cinnaire, headquartered in Lansing, MI, serving 9 states. He is joined on this interview by,...Jennifer Calery, Strategic Communications Specialist, Cinnaire, Alpena, MI, assisting her local Boys and Girls Club.Mike Daust, Mark's brother-in-law, Plant Manager, Albie's Food Products, LLC, Gaylord…

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Michigan Business Beat | Rowan Leo 8THIRTYFOUR Integrated Communications Specialized Web Development 6:55

28d ago6:55

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Originally uploaded March 6th, reedited April 10thChris Holman welcomes Rowan Leo, Account Manager & Head of Digital Department, 8ThirtyFour Integrated CommunicationsWelcome Rowan, remind the Michigan business community about 8ThirtyFour?What makes 8THIRTYFOUR's approach to website development unique? How does 8THIRTYFOUR balance aesthetic design w…

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We Need A Unite'er 52:58

1M ago52:58

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On this episode of Laugh and Learn, Flame Monroe and co-host Bobbi Clifford blend humor with sharp political and cultural commentary. They discuss personal updates, upcoming shows, and a recent theft incident, while also reflecting on current events like Don Jr.’s new club, Elon Musk’s political influence, and the state of the economy. The conversa…

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Michigan Business Beat | Susan Corbin, LEO, Going PRO Talent Fund & Building MI’s Skilled Workforce 6:35

1M ago6:35

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Chris Holman welcomes back Susan Corbin, Director, LEO - Michigan's Department of Labor, Economic Opportunity, Lansing, MI. What is the Going PRO Talent Fund, and what kind of support does it offer to Michigan businesses and workers?How does the fund help strengthen Michigan’s workforce and support employers looking to grow and retain skilled talen…

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Leadership Lowdown | Anthony Byson and Stephanie Byson - Leadership is Influence 41:05

1M ago41:05

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Vic Verchereau welcomes Anthony Byson and Stephanie Byson, who are owners of Equip the Leader.Lead with Confidence – Know exactly how to communicate and make decisions that inspire action. Unlock Hidden Strengths – Discover the powerful traits you already possess but haven’t fully leveraged. Eliminate Barriers to Success – Identify and overcome the…

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Michigan Business Beat | Shelia Scott, LAFCU, Pathway to Financial Transformation + 7:30

1M ago7:30

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Jeffrey Mosher welcomes back Shelia Scott, Community Financial Education and Business Development Officer, LAFCU, Lansing, MI. RE: LAFCU's Pathway to Financial Transformation Graduation Ceremony, and an upcoming deadline.Q1: Welcome back Shelia, for those who aren’t familiar, what is the Pathway to Financial Transformation program, and who is it de…

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Mr. Hegseth, Is This Intentional? 44:33

1M ago44:33

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On this episode of Laugh and Learn, Flame Monroe joined by Bobbi Clifford reflect on their recent tour experiences, pay tribute to the late Pope Francis, and offer candid political commentary on current leadership and government decisions. They discuss concerns over cuts to essential services, particularly those impacting the LGBTQ+ community, and …

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Michigan Business Beat | Lindsay Gainor, TWO MEN AND A TRUCK, 2025's Career Move Season 10:37

1M ago10:37

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Jeffrey Mosher welcomes back Lindsay Gainor, VP of HR and Talent Management, Two Men And A Truck, Lansing, MI.What makes this year’s Career Move Season different from previous years?How has TWO MEN AND A TRUCK adapted its hiring strategy to attract and retain talent?What career advancement opportunities are available for new hires?Can you share a s…

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Michigan Business Beat | Elissa Sangalli, Northern Initiatives, Connecting Underserved Borrowers 8:40

1M ago8:40

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Originally uploaded July 11th, re-edited April 22nd.Jeffrey Mosher welcomes Elissa Sangalli, President/CEO, Northern Initiatives, Marquette, MI. Questions 1. Can you explain the significance of Michigan having the largest state-supported CDFI program in the nation? 2. How will the $19 million awarded in this second round of MEDC funding specificall…

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Leadership Lowdown | Rick Ruble - Grow the Leader, Grow the Organization 41:15

1M ago41:15

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Vic Verchereau welcomes Rick Ruble, who is the Summit Point Leader for the Global Leadership Summit's Lansing area site.Rick Ruble has joined the effort to bring a worldwide event to the Mid-Michigan area. The Global Leadership Summit event reaches over 300,000 people in excess of 500 locations across the globe. As the Summit Point Leader for the L…

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Michigan Business Beat | Teri Sand, CAMW! Key Statistics from 2024 & Available 2025 Resources 6:35

1M ago6:35

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Originally uploaded February 4th, re-edited April 20th.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, recaps some of CAMW!’s key statistics from 2024 and available resourc…

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Media Business | Jessie Stipcak, How Media Deals w/ Entertainment, Sports Bars & Pickleball Trend 20:55

1M ago20:55

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Originally Uploaded March 7th, reloaded April 18thFor Media Business Episode 84:Tony Conley has a three-part conversation with Jessie Stipcak is the owner of Reno's North Sportsbar in DeWitt Township. She previously owned Reno's East (East Lansing) and Reno's West (Delta Township) and previously was the principal operator of Timber Ridge Golf Club …

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Be A Light In The Darkness 1:08:06

2M ago1:08:06

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Flame Monroe and co-host Bobbi Clifford reflect on their recent travels and audience experiences while diving into timely political commentary around former President Joe Biden, President Trump, and the state of leadership in America. They break down issues like the economic impact of tariffs, the ethics behind congressional stock trading, and the …

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Michigan Business Beat | Susan Corbin, LEO - FY '26 Budget discussion w/ Business, Community Leaders 8:00

2M ago8:00

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Originally uploaded March 28th, re-edited April 16th.Jeffrey Mosher welcomed back LEO Director Susan Corbin with Michigan's Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity. Recently , The Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity (LEO) joined local business and community leaders in Lansing to discuss how Gov. Whitmer’s proposed FY26 budget…

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Michigan Business Beat | Mark McDaniel, Cinnaire on Housing, Community Impact & Pancake-Palooza 6:58

2M ago6:58

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Originally uploaded February 6, re-edited April 5th.Chris Holman welcomes back Mark S. McDaniel, President & CEO, Cinnaire, headquartered in Lansing, MI, covering 9 states.Welcome back Mark, please remind the Michigan business community about Cinnaire?What were some highlights of 2024?Recent headlines for Cinnaire have included La Joya Gardens Gran…

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Michigan Business Beat | Tom Kelly Integr8 2025, Right-Sizing the Event/Reports for Maximum Impact! 6:36

2M ago6:36

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Originally uploaded March 12, re-edited April 5th.Chris Holman welcomes back Tom Kelly, President & CEO, Automation Alley, Troy, MI.Integr8 2025 discussion:Integr8 is your annual event series and Automation Alley changed its format for Integr8 last year from a single-day event to a multi-event roundtable series with corresponding industry playbooks…

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Michigan Business Beat | Sandy Baruah, Detroit Regional Chamber Reflections and Look Ahead to Policy 6:52

2M ago6:52

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Originally uploaded March 11th, re-edited April 4th.Chris Holman welcomes back the Honorable Sandy K. Baruah, president and chief executive officer of the Detroit Regional Chamber.Welcome back Sandy, we value our periodic discussions for you, one last look at 2024 what was its big highlight?You recently hosted your Detroit Policy Conference, can yo…

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Michigan Business Beat | Jungle Jane Mitchell, Three Decade Evolving Entrepreneur SBAM Women Cohort 6:45

2M ago6:45

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[Kim Bode / 8ThirtyFour Integrated Communications' spotlight, participant in SBAM's Women’s Entrepreneurial Fellowship] Chris Holman welcomes back Jane Mitchell, MAS, CEO/Owner Jungle Jane Promotions, Lansing, MI.This is the fifth of five interviews in a series.There were several questions Chris wanted to find out from Jane:● What makes your busine…

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Michigan Business Beat | Scott Weaver, Douglas J. Companies, on Growth, Innovation & Future Plans! 6:36

2M ago6:36

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Chris Holman welcomes back Scott Weaver, President, and Co-Owner of Douglas J Companies, Okemos, East Lansing, across Michigan, Illinois, Tennessee, Nebraska.There were several things Chris wanted to find out in this conversation;Scott, welcome back briefly review the array of services and products with Douglas J. Companies?Med Spa has been importa…

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