Best Protos Learning Podcasts (2024)

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Developing at a Distance with Julie Winkle Giulioni 23:27

15h ago23:27

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In this episode of the Innovative Learning Strategies Podcast, host Christina Eanes interviews Julie Winkle Giulioni. Julie is an author, researcher, speaker, and authority on leadership and career development. She co-authored Help Them Grow or Watch Them Go: Career Conversations Organizations Need and Employees Still Want and authored Promotions A…

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Michigan Business Beat | Lisa O'Connor, Publicom - Celebrating 45 Years in 2024 6:20

18m ago6:20

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Chris Holman welcomes back Lisa O'Connor, President, Publicom, Inc., Okemos, MI.Chris had several things he wanted to find out in this interview:Lisa, remind the Michigan business community about Publicom?Publicom is Commemorating 45 Years / 1979-2024, tell us about your celebration?What are some notable changes for your sector in 4 ½ decades?How a…

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Michigan Business Beat | Carrie Rosingana CAMW! Insight on Michigan Statewide Workforce Plan 6:26

8m ago6:26

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Chris Holman welcomes back Carrie Rosingana, , CEO, CAMW! Capital Area Michigan Works!, Lansing, MI, but serving Ingham, Eaton and Clinton Counties.THEME: Following the June 5 roundtable with Lieutenant Governor Garlin Gilchrist, Carrie reviews the mission of the Michigan Statewide Workforce Plan and its importance to businesses and job-seeking ind…

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Michigan Business Beat | Tong Li, AP Lazer - Key Features and Advancements of A New Fiber Laser 5:52

16m ago5:52

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Chris Holman welcomes back Tong Li, President of AP Lazer, Mason, MI it's a company update along with a chance to discuss the new fiber and cutting machines in their pipeline. Chris had several things he wanted to cover with Tong in their conversation:What product innovations have you been working on?What are the key features and advancements of th…

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Michigan Business Beat | Phil Denny, LAFCU Spotlight Guest, 6th Annual Smooth Jazz Fete August 10th! 5:42

8m ago5:42

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Chris Holman welcomes back Phil Denny, Entrepreneur, Professional Musician, Lansing, MI.Welcome back Phil, remind us about your career outside of music?What have some of the highlights been for your musical career?You certainly exhibit entrepreneurialism?You are the LAFCU spotlight interview of the month, and they are supporting your upcoming event…

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Leadership Lowdown | Josh Hart - "Now That's A Good Dog" 41:10

11m ago41:10

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Vic Verchereau welcomes Josh Hart, who is the Founder of Riley's Candles.Josh Hart returns to the show and shares an update on his cause related business, Riley’s Candles. They are on a mission to save the lives of dogs who need emergency surgeries. Riley, the hero of this story is the founder, Chief Beagle Officer, best friend and currently a 13-y…

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Michigan Business Beat | Ravi Venugopal, Giggso, Making AI Usage for Businesses - Simple and More! 5:49

11m ago5:49

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Originally uploaded July 10, reedited July 30.Chris Holman welcomes Ravi Venugopal, Founder & CEO, Giggso, Troy, MIWhat does Giggso do?Who are your primary customers, Manufacturers or Service line businesses?How does Giggso make AI usage for businesses - Simple, Cost-Effective, and Scalable?How does Giggso's platform helps accelerate AI ML initiati…

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Michigan Business Beat | Tom Kelly, Automation Alley - Integr8 Playbook #4: AI and Machine Learning 6:14

2h ago6:14

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Originally Uploaded April 23rd, Re-edited July 19thChris Holman welcomes back Tom Kelly, President & CEO, Automation Alley, Troy, MI. The discussion covers the April set of Integr8 for 2024 with Playbook #4: AI and Machine Learning. Q. Thanks for coming back on our show to talk about Automation Alley’s series of Integr8 playbooks. Your latest one i…

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Michigan Business Beat | Lydia Michael Her Brand, Her Book, and Oakland Co. 40 Under 40 Recognition 5:53

20m ago5:53

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Chris Holman welcomes back Lydia Michael, Speaker, Author, Founder & Owner, Blended Collective, Detroit, MI.Lydia welcome back, it's been 9 months, remind us about Blended Collective?How has your book “Brand Love” been accepted in the market?Your big news this time around, you've been recognized among Oakland County 40 Under 40?Where do you go from…

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Talking Ops with Don Irace - Prototypical Operations - Dustin Whitten 57:27

8h ago57:27

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How can we take prototypical railroad rules and regulations and apply them to our layouts? That's what professional railroader Dustin Whitten is here to answer as he talks about taking pages from the railroad rulebook and using them to better the simulation of your model railroad. Dustin shares how these rules can be modified in compression with ex…

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ATLP Rewind - Paul August & The C&NW Mondovi Line - August 22, 2023 1:00:16

1d ago1:00:16

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ATLP Rewind - Originally Released August 22, 2023 On this episode of Around The Layout, we get to know Paul August, owner of the C&NW Mondovi Line and the YouTube channel that covers it. Paul tells us about his family's roots in railroading and how that led to multiple generations of model railroaders including a father with a passion for brass ste…

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Michigan Business Beat | Teri Sand, CAMW! - Going Pro Talent Fund Summer 2024 Update 8:40

3d ago8:40

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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 Going PRO Talent Fund, an initiative that provides competitive awards for training that enhances talent, productivity and employment retention.Question: What is the Going P…

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Michigan Business Beat | Courtney Gabbara Agrusa, Foster Swift - August 14th Election Primer 7:00

5d ago7:00

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Jeffrey Mosher welcomes Courtney Gabbara Agrusa, Senior Attorney, Foster Swift Collins & Smith PC, Southfield, MI. Topic: August 14th is Foster Swift's next "2nd Wednesday series" presentation. Jeffrey had several questions for Courtney:Given what a whirlwind this election cycle has been, what are some best practices that electors, townships, and m…

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Michigan Business Beat | Eric F. Rosekrans, CCIM, CPM, Martin Commercial Properties - Hybrid Work 5:45

5d ago5:45

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Originally uploaded April 29th, fixed glitch audio August 8th.Jeffrey Mosher welcomes Eric F. Rosekrans, CCIM, CPM - Executive Vice President, Martin Commercial Properties, Lansing, MI.A lot of the national chatter surrounding commercial real estate continues to center around the office sector with hybrid work models here to stay. How does Mid-Mich…

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Media Business | Jake Boss Jr. - How the Media Deals w/ Big 10 and Northern College Baseball 21:00

7d ago21:00

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Originally uploaded July 8th, reedited Aug. 6th.For Media Business Episode 75:Tony Conley welcomes Jake Boss Jr. who was appointed the 16th head coach in Michigan State baseball history on July 1, 2008, and has quickly become one of the most successful coaches in the program’s 130-year history.In 16 seasons at MSU, Boss has compiled a 440-381 (.536…

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Leadership Lowdown | DelCarlos Duncan Sr. - Anything Worth Having Is Worth Working For 41:25

7d ago41:25

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Vic Verchereau welcomes DelCarlos Duncan Sr., who is a Lansing Eastern High School Varsity Basketball Coach.Coaching and pouring his leadership into his players has been a lifetime of work! DelCarlos Duncan Sr. has been coaching boys basketball for decades and his stories from that journey are a great discussion to hear and take notes. His characte…

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Michael Ostertag & The Farlin Terminal II 59:27

7d ago59:27

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After spending quality time with Michael Ostertag out in St. Louis, it was time to get him back on the show and hear about the major changes he's made on the Farlin Terminal. He's still committed to S scale, but has completely removed the first version and is taking a new, open ended approach to the next layout. Mike also shares the challenges of S…

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2024 Colorado Rail Proto Meet with Michelle Kempema 42:36

9d ago42:36

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How can you not smile in the presence of Michelle Kempema? Her enthusiasm is infectious and her motivation nears limitless as she joins me to talk about the brand new Colorado Rail Proto Meet in Greeley, CO this September. Michelle shares with us how this idea came to be and how she's planning what will likely become another amazing destination RPM…

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Michigan Corners | Mike Stout - Michigan's Treasured Waterways! 41:00

11d ago41:00

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Vic Verchereau welcomes Mike Stout, who is the President and Founder of the Michigan Waterways Stewards.Mike Stout is the President and Founder of the Michigan Waterways Stewards, a Fortune 100 Marketing Executive, and an expert in business development and leading transformational change. Over his career he has managed several national brands, take…

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100% Hustle Ep. 7 - Pt. 2 The Power of Perspective; Turning Barriers into Opportunities 14:20

12d ago14:20

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100 % Hustle Podcast 7 – Series of Entrepreneurial JourneysHost: Vicki Hamilton, Senior Executive with International consulting experience. Founder & CEO of Executive IdeationTopic: The Power of Perspective; Turning Barriers into OpportunitiesGuest: Luann Horobin, Transformation Specialist, Career Acceleration Consultant, Master Coach & NLP Facilit…

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Michigan Business Beat | Joe Finkler, Upcoming 12th Annual Michigan Inventors Coalition Expo 7:19

13d ago7:19

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Jeffrey Mosher welcomes back Joe Finkler, President, MIC, the Michigan Inventors Coalition, Grand Rapids, MI metro.First, remind the Michigan business community about the Coalition?So, you have an expo coming up in August? Join us at the Michigan Inventors Coalition Expo, where innovation takes center stage! This exciting event brings together aspi…

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Microlearning for Major Impact 24:49

13d ago24:49

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In this episode of the Innovative Learning Strategies Podcast, hosts Stephanie Hubka and Christina Eanes explore the concept of microlearning—what it is and why it’s essential to understand. They discuss its potential as an effective learning strategy, highlight some important considerations, and offer practical tips for maximizing its benefits. Ch…

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Car Routing: The Road To Realism with Matthew Freix 1:05:28

14d ago1:05:28

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Matthew Freix has a passion for car routing, and that might be an understatement! Matt shares the lengths he has gone to research the Gateway Western and how it helped him build a highly accurate simulation of the railroad in 1995. Matt shares how going way down the rabbit hole has made his model railroad more enjoyable and appear like he remembers…

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Survey Results and Changes to ATLP - Live Special from July 29, 2024 31:51

15d ago31:51

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Here's the audio from last night's live event where Ray talks about the results of the ATLP Listener Survey and how that has helped shape upcoming format changes to the podcast. For more about Around The Layout Podcast, visit our website: aroundthelayout.comBy Ray Arnott

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Leadership Lowdown | Brian Hurtekant - "A Piece of Fabric is Made of Many Threads" 40:45

14d ago40:45

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Vic Verchereau welcomes Brian Hurtekant, who is the Financial Manager with the State of Michigan.Brian Hurtekant has spent over 25 years serving, working and gaining experience in local and state government. His path has served him well and taught him wonderful lessons and he's ready to pass the knowledge on. Living in Watertown Township and servin…

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Michigan Business Beat | Dalton Herbel - LeadingAge Michigan 'Work That Matters' Conference 7:32

15d ago7:32

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Originally Uploaded June 28th, Re-edited July 29th.Jeffrey Mosher welcomes Dalton Herbel, MBA, NHA, Vice President for Public Policy, LeadingAge Michigan, Lansing, MI, but serving statewide.Welcome Dalton, remind the Michigan business community about the services and purpose of LeadingAge Michigan?I understand, to support Michigan’s senior caregive…

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ATLP Rewind - Andy Dorsch & The Mascoutin Valley - May 9, 2023 1:07:50

16d ago1:07:50

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ATLP Rewind - Originally Released May 9. 2023 We all know Andy Dorsch as the co-host of the wildly popular Second Section Podcast, but how much do you know about Andy the modeler? We find out in this episode of Around The Layout as Andy takes us back to his childhood railfanning the Chicago and North Western that planted the railroad seed, then on …

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Media Business | Scott McClallen - How the Media Deals with Surplus, Subsidies, and Population 23:05

15d ago23:05

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Originally uploaded June 28th, reedited July 28th.For Media Business Episode 75:Tony Conley welcomes Scott McClallen, Michigan Capitol Confidential Reporter. Scott McClallen is a reporter and editor for Michigan Capitol Confidential. McClallen came to Michigan from Southern Illinois to study economics at Hillsdale College. He previously worked for …

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Michigan Corners | Tim Hygh - America's CoolCation Destination 42:00

18d ago42:00

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Vic Verchereau welcomes Tim Hygh, who is the Executive Director of Mackinac Island Tourism.“In 1872 the United States Congress created at Yellowstone in Wyoming the world's first national park. Three years later Mackinac Island, Michigan, became the site of the second. For centuries, visitors have enjoyed this national treasure that’s home to histo…

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Media Business | Bernie Porn - How Media Deals with Presidential and Senate Campaigns 17:30

19d ago17:30

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Originally uploaded June 27th, reedited July 24th.For Media Business Episode 74:Tony Conley welcomes back Bernie Porn, Founding Principal and President Bernie Porn is a partner and President of EPIC▪MRA. Drawing on over three decades of research and communication experience, Mr. Porn's primary role with the firm involves the writing and analysis of…

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Getting A Grip | Episode 11: Mike Maddox and Joe Heraldo 32:40

20d ago32:40

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"Getting A Grip" is a brand new show 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 team hea…

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Leadership Lowdown | Paula Cunningham - What's Next...Keep Looking Forward! 41:15

21d ago41:15

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Vic Verchereau welcomes Paula Cunningham, who is the State Director for AARP Michigan.Paula Cunningham, says "I followed my heart to this job" "I have had a rich and rewarding career in education as President of Lansing Community College and in the business community as CEO of Capitol National Bank. Now I am honored in my encore career to be part o…

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Don Irace & The Providence & Worcester III 1:16:17

22d ago1:16:17

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Don Irace is back in the Around The Layout studio to tell us more about how he developed his operating scheme for his Providence & Worcester layout. Don shares how he took the large operations held at the original layout in Scituate, Rhode Island for a multitude of operators and compressed it for a smaller crew while still providing fun and challen…

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ATLP Rewind - Joe Atkinson & The IAIS 4th Sub - June 27, 2023 1:06:23

22d ago1:06:23

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ATLP Rewind - Originally Released June 27, 2023 After all of the past interrogations and information from informants, we've finally captured the Iowa Interstate Godfather; none other than Joe Atkinson himself. Now that we've beat the dead horse with this mafia thing, we can get down to the business of learning how Joe became such an authority on th…

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Build Smart, Lead Strong | In the Crosshairs: Cybersecurity and the Threat to Manufacturing 28:25

27d ago28:25

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Originally uploaded June 19th, reedited July 17th.Elizabeth Bernhard welcomes her latest batch of guests in manufacturing for a great conversation.This episode's guests include:Aaron VorwerkEgnyteAEC Practice Leader, Architects + Owners Aaron presently leads business development efforts for architects and owners at Egnyte. Throughout his career, Aa…

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Navigating the Pros and Cons of Hybrid Learning 28:41

29d ago28:41

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In this episode of the Innovative Learning Strategies Podcast, hosts Christina Eanes and Stephanie Hubka delve into the complexities of hybrid learning. They explore why traditional approaches often fall short of creating optimal learning environments and share actionable strategies to enhance the hybrid learning experience, fostering a rich and en…

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Michigan Business Beat | Hilary Doe - Mackinac Policy Reflections and Let's Grow Michigan 8:56

28d ago8:56

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Jeffrey Mosher welcomes back Hilary Doe, Chief Growth Officer for the State of Michigan, Detroit, MI.Could you remind the Michigan business community about the role of the Chief Growth Officer?We're just coming off this year's Mackinac Policy Conference, what were some highlights? While there, I understand that you were discussing the findings from…

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What's Happening In Model Railroading - July 2024 - Tony Cook 52:30

29d ago52:30

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With so much news to catch up on, it's just Tony and Ray on this episode of What's Happening In Model Railroading as they get you caught up on recent events and talk plans for the St. Louis RPM. They recap the recent Firecrown Media special and Ray shares his experience at the N Scale Show in Bethlehem PA. Later, Tony brings us news from ScaleTrain…

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ATLP Rewind - James McNab & The Hills Line - June 20, 2023 1:01:04

30d ago1:01:04

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ATLP Rewind - Originally Released June 20, 2023 It's time to interrogate another member of the Iowa Interstate Mafia as we bring James McNab downtown for a whole line of questioning. Luckliy, James is willing to talk and we learn about his start in the hobby and how a fellow churchgoer's layout inspired him. We also hear how a change of employment …

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Michigan Business Beat | Jordan Turner, Grand Rapids SmartZone, Michigan Entrepreneurs & Innovators 8:00

1M ago8:00

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Originally uploaded April 23, re-edited July 11th.Jeffrey Mosher welcomes Jordan Turner, Economic Development Coordinator, Grand Rapids SmartZone, Grand Rapids, MI.The Grand Rapids SmartZone and its partners at Start Garden and Spartan Innovations are empowering Grand Rapids’ high-tech, high-growth startup community.Last month, the Grand Rapids Sma…

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Michigan Business Beat | Brian Shoaf, Detroit Regional Chamber - Delta Air Lines/Aeromexico Proposal 7:41

1M ago7:41

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Jeffrey Mosher welcomes Brian Shoaf, Director, Government Relations Director, Detroit Regional Chamber, Detroit, MIDiscussing the federal proposal to terminate agreement between Delta Air Lines and Aeromexico:There were several questions raised regarding Delta Air Lines & Aeromexico agreement at risk:Brian Shoaf, Government Relations Director with …

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Michigan Business Beat | Foster Swift Attorneys - Webinar For Parents & College Bound Students 6:35

1M ago6:35

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Jeffrey Mosher welcomes back Alexander S. Rusek, Shareholder, Lansing, along with Bryan Cermak, Senior Attorney, Southfield, MI, Foster Swift Collins & Smith PCWhen your child turns 18, they are legally independent. Now that they are leaving home for the first time, they are likely to face multiple situations on their own where making the wrong cho…

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Michigan Business Beat | JV Anderton - Foster Swift and LEAP Sharing Details on Succession Planning 5:00

1M ago5:00

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Originally uploaded April 18th, reedited July 8th.Jeffrey Mosher welcomes JV Anderton business attorney (now Shareholder) at Foster Swift and an Executive Committee Member for LEAPWhy succession planning is important?I understand you have a program to tell us about?What will the program cover?Where is the program?LANSING, MI – Ingham County busines…

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Michigan Business Beat | Lou Glazer $1B Tax Cut for Michigan Parents Has Broad Bipartisan Support 5:49

1M ago5:49

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Originally Uploaded April 15, Re-edited July 5th.Chris Holman welcomes Lou Glazer, President of Michigan Future, Inc. , Ann Arbor, MI.There were several things Chris wanted to find out from Lou in this interview:Lou, remind the Michigan business community about Michigan Future, Inc.?You recently had Impact Research do polling of likely 2024 voters …

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Michigan Business Beat | Alex Rusek, Bryan Cermak -Foster Swift for Parents & College Bound Students 6:22

1M ago6:22

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Chris Holman welcomes Alexander S. Rusek, Shareholder, Lansing, MI andBryan Cermak, Senior Attorney, Southfield, MI, both with Foster Swift Collins & Smith PC.When your child turns 18, they are legally independent. Now that they are leaving home for the first time, they are likely to face multiple situations on their own where making the wrong choi…

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Michigan Business Beat | Tom Kelly, Automation Alley - Project DIAMOnD Gaining National Attention! 6:09

1M ago6:09

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Chris Holman welcomes back Tom Kelly, President & CEO, Automation Alley, Troy, MI.There were several things Chris wanted to find out from Tom in this latest interview.Q. Before we get started, can you remind our listeners what Project DIAMOnD is?Q. Last month, you had the Governor at the Mackinac Policy Conference talking her desire to expand the p…

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Michigan Business Beat | Introducing Kevin M. Guskiewicz Michigan State University's New President! 6:24

1M ago6:24

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Originally uploaded June 26th re-edited July 4th.Chris Holman welcomes Kevin M. Guskiewicz, MSU President, East Lansing, MI.Kevin M. Guskiewicz, a neuroscientist, academic leader and concussion researcher, began his tenure as MSU’s 22nd President on March 4, 2024. Guskiewicz joins MSU from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where he s…

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Michigan Business Beat | Mark McDaniel, Cinnaire: Purpose, Charity, and Funding 6:10

1M ago6:10

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Originally uploaded April 15th, reedited June 27th. Chris Holman welcomes back Mark McDaniel, President & CEO, Cinnaire, Lansing, Michigan, serving multiple state of the Great Lakes and Mid Atlantic regions.Welcome back Mark, refresh our Michigan audience on Cinnaire's purpose and scope of services?Charity is a big part of Cinnaire and your life, h…

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Michigan Business Beat | Lorri Rischar, Sabrina Kelly EDGE Partnerships Maximizing Internships 6:06

1M ago6:06

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Originally uploaded April 15th, reedited June 26th Chris Holman welcomes back Lorri Rishar, MBA, Owner & CEO, EDGE Partnerships, Lansing, Marquette, Chicago, who is joined this time by Sabrina Kelly, digital media intern, EDGE Partnerships, Marquette, MI.There were several things Chris wanted to find out:Welcome back Lorri, remind us about EDGE?Sab…

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Leadership Lowdown | David Ashcraft -Your Organization's "Better With You Gone, Than With You There" 42:30

1M ago42:30

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Vic Verchereau welcomes David Ashcraft, who is the President and CEO of the Global Leadership Network.David Ashcraft serves as the President and CEO of the Global Leadership Network (GLN), an organization at the forefront of global leadership development and in pursuit to serve more pastors, equip more churches, and inspire more leaders. The signat…

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