Episodi

  • MSU Foundation and MEDC Host 2nd Annual PitchMI Competition

    MSU Foundation and MEDC Host 2nd Annual PitchMI Competition
    Oct 20 2026
    Chris has said a number of times, Michigan may have the most competitive and effective start-up ecosystems in the country. Two major players in that space are the Michigan Economic Development Corporation and the Michigan State University Research Foundation. Joining him to share the details of the 2026 PitchMi event details - which is fully in swing - is the Director of Portfolio Management at Red Cedar Ventures, Pete Martin!
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    30 min
  • Capital Area Manufacturing Council Hosts AI in Manufacturing Summit

    Capital Area Manufacturing Council Hosts AI in Manufacturing Summit
    Oct 13 2026
    Michigan is a state that “makes stuff” - and we’re hell bent to keep it that way. We have massive manufacturers, and we have many thriving small manufacturers as well. One resource available to them is through the Capital Area Manufacturing Council. Joining Chris to discuss their work, and an upcoming event is Executive Director of CAMC, Cindy Kangas!
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    20 min
  • Michigan-Based Non-Partisan & Non-Profit Org Educates Public On Ranked Choice Voting

    Michigan-Based Non-Partisan & Non-Profit Org Educates Public On Ranked Choice Voting
    Oct 6 2026
    If you feel frustrated by politics, you’re not alone. It feels like our political system is dominated by special interests & SuperPACs. There is a Michigan-based volunteer-run, non-partisan, non-profit organization dedicated to educating the Michigan public about Ranked Choice Voting - or RCV. Joining Chris to share more about their mission is the Executive Director for the Rank MI Vote Ballot Question Committee, Pat Zabawa!
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    28 min
  • Rathbun Insurance Achieves a Recovery Friendly Workplace Accreditation via MI Public Health Institute

    Rathbun Insurance Achieves a Recovery Friendly Workplace Accreditation via MI Public Health Institute
    Sep 29 2026
    Life can be hard, and work can be hard. When the pressure gets too high, sometimes people lean on destructive habits to get through the days. Those who fight their way out of those habits can use all the help they can get. Joining Chris to tell a pretty remarkable story of an employer earning a “Recovery Friendly Workplace” status is Partner & President of Rathbun Insurance of Lansing, Laura Stoken, and Program Manager of Michigan Recovery Friendly Workplace initiative from the MI Public Health Institute, Nicki Gabel!
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    21 min
  • Samantha Harkins Joins Lansing Parks Foundation & Sets Big Goals

    Samantha Harkins Joins Lansing Parks Foundation & Sets Big Goals
    Sep 22 2026
    Like most cities, Lansing has a robust park system. But parks don’t just happen - they need to be funded, maintained, and marketed as well. Joining Chris to tell us about complexities of funding a metropolitan park system is the is new Executive Director of the Lansing Parks Foundation, Samantha Harkins!
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    18 min
  • Jon Horford Leads Lansing School’s Student Development Program

    Jon Horford Leads Lansing School’s Student Development Program
    Sep 15 2026
    Lansing has produced a lot of talented people, and talented people are often lured away to chase their dreams elsewhere. Every now and then we get a star to return home. Joining Chris to share the story of Lansing School’s Student Development Program is its founder, Jon Horford!
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    18 min
  • Local Remodeling Company Expands Offerings Via Acquisition of Legacy Brand

    Local Remodeling Company Expands Offerings Via Acquisition of Legacy Brand
    Sep 8 2026
    Custom Built has been offering first class design and home renovations in Michigan for 20 years. Now, as they are hitting their stride, their leaders are here to share big news about the acquisition of a complimentary local business. Joining Chris to share the details are Founder and Chief Visionary Officer, Michael Flory, and Director of Marketing and Sales, Isabelle Braeutigam!
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    31 min
  • Rivertown Kayaks Offers Unique View of Lansing’s Riverfront

    Rivertown Kayaks Offers Unique View of Lansing’s Riverfront
    Sep 1 2026
    Outdoor Recreation is a critical component to a vibrant and energized city. Lansing is a river city afterall, so let’s discuss how you can get out on the water! Joining Chris to share the offerings and passion behind Rivertown Kayaks with Co-Founder Paul Brogan!
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    15 min