Originally uploaded August 12, re-edited September 2nd.100 % Hustle Podcast 8 - Tackling IssuesHost: Vicki HamiltonTopic: Sexual Harassment Response TrainingGuest: Kristin Ray, founder of IntHERupt Sexual Harassment Response WorkshopsGuest Bio:Hailing from Lansing, Michigan, Kristin has embarked on a diverse journey through various creative endeavo…

Originally uploaded August 12, reedited August 31st.For Media Business Episode 77: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. DePaul alum.1- What are the latest Michigan Summer ga…

Originally uploaded July 2, re-edited August 30, 2024.Jeffrey Mosher welcomes back Amirika Richardson, CAMW, and T3, she discusses MiCareerQuest Capital Area, an event that provides a unique interactive experience to connect students with potential career pathways. Question: What is MiCareerQuest Capital Area? ● MiCareerQuest is a career exploratio…

Vic Verchereau welcomes Alissa Doe, who is the General Manager of the Mackinac House Boutique Hotel.Mackinac Island has been delighting visitors for decades with its beautiful landscape, history, shopping, and sightseeing. The Mackinac House encompasses all the originality and elegance the island has to offer and is located just steps away from it …

Originally uploaded May 16, re-Edited August 26th.Chris Holman welcomes Katherine Japinga, Director of Marketing for the Capital Region Airport Authority, stepping in for CEO Nicole Noll-Williams.This discussion goes into some aspects of the Authority that we might not speak about as frequently. Their conversation covers:Port Lansing?Business Oppor…

Chris Holman welcomes back Stephanie Beckhorn, Director, Office of Employment & Training (E&T), Department of Labor and Economic OpportunityTopic: 2023 E&T Annual ReportBefore we get started, can you tell us about LEO's Office of Employment and Training?The Office of Employment & Training released its annual report this week. What are some of the k…

Chris Holman welcomes back Tom Kelly, President & CEO, Automation Alley, Troy, MI.Chris had several questions for Tom in their latest interview.Q. Thanks for coming back on our show to talk about Automation Alley’s series of Integr8 playbooks. Your latest one is focused on the automotive industry’s transition to Electrification and Mobility – and w…

Chris Holman welcomes back Nicole Noll-Williams, president and CEO of the Capital Region Airport Authority, Lansing, MI.This month's conversation focuses on National Aviation Week Celebration running from August 19-25, 2024. Then the review the aerospace sector being big in Michigan. This is followed by discussing aviation in general and where it's…

Originally uploaded May 15, re-edited August 14th.Chris Holman welcomes back Carrie Rosingana, , CEO, CAMW! Capital Area Michigan Works!, Lansing, MI, but serving Ingham, Eaton and Clinton Counties. [THEME: Carrie discusses recent partnership with Lansing Community College and Lansing Fire Department to create the First Responder Apprenticeship pro…

Originally loaded May 15, Re-edited to fix glitch August 13.Chris Holman welcomes back Tony Stamas, President & Chief Executive Officer, Midland Business Alliance, Midland, MI.Welcome back Tony, and this time we wanted to really explain Midland Business Alliance's "What We Do", to the Michigan business community, let's rapid fire through your lengt…

Vic Verchereau welcomes Sara Bush, who is the Senior Director of Golf Relations for Folds of Honor.Sara Bush is Senior Director of Golf Relations for Folds of Honor. In that role, Sara and her team earn significant funds through the game of golf to provide academic scholarships for the families of fallen or disabled military and first responders. I…

Originally uploaded August 8, reedited Aug. 17th.For Media Business Episode 76:Tony Conley welcomes Steve Berg is the owner of The Steve Berg Farm Bureau Insurance agency in the Okemos area and serves customer throughout Michigan.His agency provide life, home, auto, farm, and commercial insurance.He is married with 6 children.He supports numerous c…

Originally uploaded July 16th, reedited Aug. 16th.For Media Business Episode 76:Tony Conley welcomes Anne Craft, Certified StoryBrand Guide | Marketing Coach to StartUps and SMBs | Marketing & Messaging Strategy | Inbound Marketing| Buyer Persona Research | Sales Enablement | StartED MentorAnne is known as an adaptable, resilient leader who builds …

"I Love The Game of Golf...I Love My Country More" -Jack Nicklaus Vic Verchereau welcomes Scott Tolley, who is the Corporate Impact Officer at Folds of Honor.The 2024 Folds of Honor Collegiate is co-hosted by Michigan State and Florida State and includes many of the top programs in the country. There are a combined 11 teams ranked in the Men’s and …

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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 …

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…

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…

"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…

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…

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…

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…

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…