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Regardless of what side of the aisle you sit on politically, I think we can all agree it's important to be as educated in civics as we can be. Fortunately there is a non-profit called the Michigan Center for Civic Education working tirelessly to create an informed citizenry here in Michigan. Joining Chris to share some details of their work is the Director of Outreach at the State Bar of Michigan and Board Member of the MCCE, Darin Day!
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Climbing the ladder of success is a challenge for most, and becoming a CEO and being inducted to the Herstory Museum for the industry you operate within is a feat that is almost unimaginable. Joining Chris to discuss her path to success, is the President and CEO of Community Financial Credit Union, Tansley Sterns!
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Lansing is in the process of getting a new downtown music and arts venue called The Ovation. There have been many organizations working together to make this a reality, and there have been recent breakthroughs bringing us closer to the finish line. Joining Chris to give us an update on this exciting attraction is the Director of the Lansing Public Media Center, Dominic Cochran!
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The Facility for Rare Isotope Beams, or FRIB, at Michigan State University is one of many critical components driving the region's efforts to seek a Tech Hub designation from the Economic Development Administration. Joining Chris to discuss what that means and why it’s important is the Director of the University Corporate Research Park, Jeff Smith!
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Small business owners are highlighted on the show regularly. Most have found a path to sanity and success and we discuss what they’ve learned and share their secrets. Joining Chris is Owner & CEO of Michigan Creative, Brian Town, who has published a book, and a subsequent community of sorts,to share his learnings!
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Many companies have philanthropic endeavors, and Maner Consterisan in mid-Michigan certainly does their part. Joining Chris to discuss how Maner functions as a successful business - and how they give back - is Maner Costerisan Principal, Sarah Jennings!
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We discuss entrepreneurship and small business development regularly on this show. One area I’ve never covered is intellectual property. Inventors and innovators need to protect their inventions and processes. Joining Chris to share how that all works is Senior Attorney from Foster Swift Collins & Smith PC, Mr. Mikhail Murshak!
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Whether you’re moving into a new home, or deciding you want to stay where you are but make some improvements, home ownership can be a complicated endeavor. Joining Chris to discuss a new program where homeowners can learn tips and tricks on how to turn your house into a home is the Marketing Manager for Custom Built Design and Remodeling, Isabelle Braeutigam!
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The Lansing Economic Area Partnership (LEAP) recently introduced the TREK Small Business Support Hub. This comprehensive resource center is designed to support small businesses and entrepreneurs in Clinton, Eaton, and Ingham Counties. Joining Chris to explain the program is their Vice President of Small Business and Innovation, Harrison Leffel-Jones!
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Purchasing a home is probably the most thrilling and frightening thing a person does in their lifetime. Understanding the process, trends, tricks and traps is intimidating so selecting a great realtor is critical. Someone Chris has gotten to know and trust is Chris Silker, from Keller Williams - Advantage in Team, and he is here to teach us some of what he knows!
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Accumulating and managing wealth is - and should be - an extremely complex strategic process. Going it alone is not recommended if you have goals you want to achieve. Joining Chris to share how to create a comprehensive wealth creation and management plan are members of the Waggoner Financial team, President Kiley Eory, Director of Investment & Planning Ankit Jalan, and Financial Advisor Associate Jordan Bowman.
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Michigan’s University Research Corridor is a leading national academic research cluster: fostering talent, academic research and economic revitalization in the state, and is created by an alliance of Michigan’s three leading research institutions - Michigan State, University of Michigan, and Wayne State University. Joining Chris to discuss the work of the URC is its Executive Director, Dr. Britany Affolter-Caine!
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Allison Spooner is an author who writes emotional fiction with a hint of sarcasm. She joins Chris to share her journey as a writer and her new forthcoming book titled: The Things We Cannot Change: A Story About The Ghosts Created by Addiction
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We've had Jerry Norris from The Fledge in Lansing on the show a number of times, but in this episode we get to discuss a new endeavor which will greatly expand the educational opportunities of those engaged at the Fledge, the purchase of Urbandale Farms. Jerry is back to discuss this bold new step!
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Michigan has doubled-down on inbound population growth and accelerating talent development in an effort to attract & retain businesses and drive the state’s overall vibrancy. Joining Chris to share the story of a passionate Mid-Michigan based effort are the Founder and CEO of Hundred Place Consulting, Samanth Harkins, and the Principle & Creative Director of Redhead Creative Consultancy, Jennifer Estill!
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Whether you’re an individual or a business owner, having a sound investment strategy is critical when it comes to meeting your financial goals - whatever they may be. Joining to discuss their proprietary stock selection strategy, called RFED, are members of the Waggoner Financial team - Founder, Eric Waggoner, Junior Portfolio Manager, Shanzer Khan, and Financial Planning Assistant, Mark Hu!
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Entrepreneurship is a difficult path, but there are fantastic resources to help the process. Start Garden helps start-ups through its pitch competitions and co-working space located in the heart of downtown Grand Rapids. Joining Chris to share the story of Start Garden, and their upcoming installment of The 100 Pitch Competition is their Director of Community Relations, Laurie Supinski!
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There’s been a lot of prognostication and chatter about return to office protocols as the pandemic fades further away. Joining Chris to give us an updated perspective from the Office Furniture industry is the Vice President of Sales for MarxModa, Brian Johnson!
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