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…

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 …

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…

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…

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 …

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

Originally uploaded April 8th, re-edited July 3.Jeffrey Mosher welcomes Michelle Beebe, Chief Revenue Officer of SBAM, the Small Business Association of Michigan, Lansing, Welcome Michelle, please share a bit of your career path that led to being the CRO for SBAM? The recent news we wanted you on to share about is that SBAM is set to launch new wom…

Originally uploaded April 11, re-edited June 30th.Jeffrey Mosher welcomes back Elaina Farnsworth, Speaker | Published Author | Agent for Change in Electrification & 21st Century Infrastructure, and since last summer Chief Executive Officer, SkillFusion, Rochester, MI.First of all, Elaina, welcome, I know along the way you've been recognized as a 20…

Originally uploaded April 15th, reedited June 28th.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 Counties[THEME: Teri discusses Employer of the Day events, Weekly Hot Jobs Report and solutions for businesses who are hiring.] Q…

Jeffrey Mosher welcomes JT Weis, Managing Director, Rapid Line Incorporated, Grand Rapids, MI.1. Could you give readers and listeners a brief overview of Studio Wise/Rapid Line and what both companies are bringing to the B2B sphere? 2. Who are Studio Wise and Rapid Line hoping to serve through this new partnership? 3. When it comes to modernizing B…

Chris Holman welcomes Director Phil Roos at EGLE, Lansing, MI.Phil, Remind the Michigan business community about EGLE?How is EGLE engaged with the business community?News from Mackinac Island included that EGLE is partnering with MSHDA and Gov. Whitmer, you made an announcement on the Island about the home energy rebate program?What are you hoping …

Originally posted June 14th, reposted June 17th.Chris Holman welcomes back Carrie Rosingana, , CEO, CAMW! Capital Area Michigan Works!, Lansing, MI, but serving Ingham, Eaton and Clinton Counties.Carrie discusses the Lansing Juneteenth/NAACP Lansing Branch Job and Community Resource Fair.Question: What is the Lansing Juneteenth/NAACP Lansing Branch…

Jeffrey Mosher speaks with Mark Burzych, President, Fahey Schultz Burzych Rhodes PLC, Okemos, MI, a 2024 Michigan 50 Companies To Watch Awardee winner for this year's cycle of Michigan Celebrates Small Business. In its twentieth year held its Gala Celebration May 21st in East Lansing, MI, at the Breslin Center.In the interview, they cover Mark's ca…

Jeffrey Mosher speaks with Liz Hilton, Founder, KNITit, Holland, MI, a 2024 SmartZone Best Small Business Awardee winner for this year's cycle of Michigan Celebrates Small Business. In its twentieth year held its Gala Celebration May 21st in East Lansing, MI, at the Breslin Center.In the interview, they cover Liz's career path, the company's histor…

For Media Business Episode 74:Tony Conley welcomes back Jeff Gilbert, Auto Reporter for WWJ Newsradio 950/CBS News Radio--President, North American Car, Truck, Utility of the Year Award, Recent Inductee—Michigan Journalism Hall of FameIn their conversation Jeff and Tony cover:1- What were the auto sales numbers for the Big 3?2- Why aren't more peop…

Vic Verchereau welcomes Doug Rutledge, who is the Co-Founder and Director of Crossroads Farm.Doug Routledge founded Crossroads Farm with his wife Dawn in the Spring of 1999. It is his heart, his mind-share and his passion. He considers himself a lifetime youth worker. He has spoken across the country to colleges, churches, festivals, conferences, c…

"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…

Jeffrey Mosher speaks with Beau-James Erion, President, and Carrin Harris, CEO, Blitz Proto, Farmington Hills, MI, a 2024 SmartZone Best Small Business Awardee winner for this year's cycle of Michigan Celebrates Small Business. In its twentieth year held its Gala Celebration May 21st in East Lansing, MI, at the Breslin Center.In the interview, they…

Jeffrey Mosher speaks with Tony Klapish, Founder & CEO, Renue Physical Therapy, Bay City, MI, a 2024 Michigan 50 Companies to Watch Awardee winner for this year's cycle of Michigan Celebrates Small Business. In its twentieth year held its Gala Celebration May 21st in East Lansing, MI, at the Breslin Center.In the interview, they cover Tony's career…

Jeffrey Mosher speaks with Michael Flory, Founder & CEO, Custom Built Design & Remodeling, Okemos, MI, a 2024 Michigan 50 Companies to Watch Awardee winner for this year's cycle of Michigan Celebrates Small Business. In its twentieth year held its Gala Celebration May 21st in East Lansing, MI, at the Breslin Center.In the interview, they cover Mich…

Vic Verchereau welcomes Amy Piper, who is the Founder and Writer of Follow the Piper.Amy Piper is a freelance travel writer, blogger, photographer, and author specializing in luxury and multi-generational travel. She is a native Michigander who travels through the lens of a food lover and has been to 41 countries and 45 states. From getting chased …

Jeffrey Mosher speaks with Fathy Shetiah, CEO, 7C Lingo, Lansing, MI, a 2024 APEX Accelerator Best Small Business Awardee winner for this year's cycle of Michigan Celebrates Small Business. In its twentieth year held its Gala Celebration May 21st in East Lansing, MI, at the Breslin Center.In the interview, they cover Fathy's career paths, the compa…

Vic Verchereau welcomes Simon Dyson, who is Owner and Insurance Consultant for I Care Insurance.Simon Dyson is returning to the Leadership Lowdown because there was so much more to tell! Born in the United Kingdom and blessed to have seen much of the world, his home is now here in Michigan. Like many, Simon has seen his share of challenges and hear…

Jeffrey Mosher speaks with Steven and Andrew Budd, Owners, Universal Printing Company Inc., Bay City, MI, a 2024 Michigan 50 Companies To Watch Awardee winner for this year's cycle of Michigan Celebrates Small Business. In its twentieth year held its Gala Celebration May 21st in East Lansing, MI, at the Breslin Center.In the interview, they cover S…

For Media Business Episode 73:Tony Conley welcomes back Patrick DeHaan, the Petroleum Analyst for GasBuddy.com. He is the gas price guy for oil and refined products which includes gasoline. Patrick is the gas price myth buster and fact checker.1- What is the forecast for Michigan Summer gas prices?2- Why are crude oil gas prices plummeting?3- Will …

Jeffrey Mosher speaks with Zack Bishop, President, of 4 Flutes Machining, Vicksburg, MI, a 2024 APEX Accelerator Best Small Business Awardee winner for this year's cycle of Michigan Celebrates Small Business. In its twentieth year held its Gala Celebration May 21st in East Lansing, MI, at the Breslin Center.In the interview, they cover Zach's caree…

Jeffrey Mosher welcomes Teresa Moon, Director of Business Development and Marketing at Parabilis, McLean, Virginia, recording from Orlando, FL, but the national organization Women Impacting Public Policy is hosting an event in Detroit on June 17th and Teresa will be involved.Jeffrey had several questions for Teresa in this conversation:● What are s…

Vic Verchereau welcomes Zac Clark, who is the General Manager for the Lansing Lugnuts.Pizza Preference: There's not a slice of pizza I've ever had that I didn't like.Affordable, memorable and fun! Take me out to the ballpark and make some memories! Zac Clark, the General Manager for the Lansing Lugnuts shares his team's talents for creating fun at …

Jeffrey Mosher speaks with Shana Dancer, LMSW, CYT, Owner, of ZENlightenment Wellness Center, Alma, MI, a 2024 SBDC Smartzone Best Small Business Awardee winner for this year's cycle of Michigan Celebrates Small Business. In its twentieth year held its Gala Celebration May 21st in East Lansing, MI, at the Breslin Center.In the interview, they cover…

Jeffrey Mosher speaks with Don Cui, PA-C, Owner /Founder, of Anywhere DOT Exams, Cadillac, MI, a 2024 SBDC Smartzone Best Small Business Awardee winner for this year's cycle of Michigan Celebrates Small Business. In its twentieth year held its Gala Celebration May 21st in East Lansing, MI, at the Breslin Center.In the interview, they cover Don's ca…

Chris Holman welcomes Matt Latham, CPA, Principal, CEPA, Maner Costerisan, Lansing, MI.Topic: Maner Costerisan’s Matt Latham earns Certified Exit Planning Advisor designation.CHRIS HOLMAN INTRO: My guest today is Matt Latham, CPA and principal in Maner Costerisan’s tax department. Maner is a full-service business consulting, wealth management, tech…

Originally uploaded April 16th, re-edited May 20th.Chris Holman welcomes back Carrie Rosingana, , CEO, CAMW! Capital Area Michigan Works!, Lansing, MI, but serving Ingham, Eaton and Clinton Counties.THEME: Carrie discusses the April Michigan Works! Impact Awards.● Question: What is the Michigan Works! Impact Awards? According to the Michigan Works!…

Vic Verchereau welcomes Melanie McNamara, who is a Founder & Life Coach at Melanie McNamara Coaching.Melanie is a certified Life, Weight and Mindset Coach who works with high achieving women, helping them lead with confidence, thrive in their relationships, and manage time and stress without burning out.After a stage 3 breast cancer diagnosis seeme…

Jeffrey Mosher speaks with Lillian Werbin, Co-Owner and CEO, of Elderly Instruments, East Lansing, MI, a 2024 50 Companies to Watch Awardee winner for this year's cycle of Michigan Celebrates Small Business. In its twentieth year held its Gala Celebration May 21st in East Lansing, MI, at the Breslin Center.In the interview, they cover Lillian's car…

First uploaded May 14, re-edited May 27, 2024For Media Business Episode 73:Tony Conley has a three-part conversation welcoming James Voss, Director of Sales, Hydro-Chem Systems, Caledonia, MI, Kent County near Grand Rapids, MI. For this conversation they cover several questions including:details on James, his business and how the media can be bette…

Jeffrey Mosher speaks with Amos Sheena, Owner / Operator, of Tania's Pizza & More, Royal Oak, MI, a 2024 50 Companies to Watch Awardee winner for this year's cycle of Michigan Celebrates Small Business. In its twentieth year held its Gala Celebration May 21st in East Lansing, MI, at the Breslin Center.In the interview, they cover Amos's career path…

Jeffrey Mosher speaks with Brian Town, CEO, of Michigan Creative, Lansing, MI, a 2024 50 Companies to Watch Awardee winner for this year's cycle of Michigan Celebrates Small Business. In its twentieth year held its Gala Celebration May 21st in East Lansing, MI, at the Breslin Center.In the interview, they cover Brian's career paths, the company's h…

Jeffrey Mosher speaks with Ronald Chouinard, Founder and Co-owner, of L&C Enterprises -USA Inc. dba Delta Fence & Construction, Escanaba, MI, a 2024 50 Companies to Watch Awardee winner for this year's cycle of Michigan Celebrates Small Business. In its twentieth year held its Gala Celebration May 21st in East Lansing, MI, at the Breslin Center.In …

Vic Verchereau welcomes Megan Swoyer, who is an Editor of Michigan BLUE magazine.Megan Swoyer is the editor of Hour Media’s Michigan BLUE magazine. She has been working with Hour Media for some 16 years on various projects, from editing Detroit Design magazine for 11 years to feature-writing for many of the company’s numerous publications to book-p…

Jeffrey Mosher speaks with Patrick Hines, MD, Founder and CEO, of Functional Fluidics, Detroit, MI, a 2024 50 Companies to Watch Awardee winner for this year's cycle of Michigan Celebrates Small Business. In its twentieth year held its Gala Celebration May 21st in East Lansing, MI, at the Breslin Center.In the interview, they cover Patrick's career…

Jeffrey Mosher speaks with Nathan Griswold, Founder/President, of Inhabitect, Cedar, MI, a 2024 50 Companies to Watch Awardee winner for this year's cycle of Michigan Celebrates Small Business. In its twentieth year held its Gala Celebration May 21st in East Lansing, MI, at the Breslin Center.In the interview, they cover Nathan's career paths, the …

100 % Hustle Podcast 7 – Series of Entrepreneurial Journeys Host: Vicki Hamilton, Senior Executive with International consulting experience. Founder & CEO of Executive IdeationTopic: Dive into the Entrepreneurial Journey with Devon and the SwivelServe!Guest: Devon Hudson, Founder & CEO, Tegriware LLC, Serial Entrepreneur, marketing professional and…

Jeffrey Mosher welcomed Ellen Gilchrist - incoming CEO, and Natacha Hildebrand, Co-Founder of BasBlue, Detroit, MI.There were several questions he wanted to cover in this conversation:Ellen tell us about your past experiences and how you hope to use them in your new role as CEO of BasBlue Tach, tell us about this newly created role and what you hop…

Vic Verchereau welcomes Chris Shepler, who is the President of Shepler’s Mackinac Island Ferry Service.The Shepler’s motto is specific and meaningful – give the best possible service with a smile, use modern equipment and employ a well-trained staff. From the early charter boat days to today, Shepler’s approach to transporting people to Mackinac Is…

Jeffrey Mosher speaks with Alaina Korreck Zeigler, President, of Global Environmental, Holly, MI, a 2024 50 Companies to Watch Awardee winner for this year's cycle of Michigan Celebrates Small Business. In its twentieth year and holding Gala Celebration May 21st in East Lansing, MI, at the Breslin Center.In the interview, they cover Alaina's career…