Food First

"I found myself at a point in my life where I had to reinvent myself."

This week the roles have been reversed - co-host Gerry Brisson, President of Gleaners Community Food Bank interviews Phil. Phil shares his hardships and strength of how life can happen to anyone and how he knows from experience, when you're hungry, you only have one problem.

"Sometimes when you choose to do the right thing, it costs you something."

On this week's show, Dr. Stephen Borders, PhD, MSHP, discusses the Michigan Mapped project to create a map of Michigan indicating where food insecurity exists.

"Too many kids are struggling in our state to have their basic needs met - whether it's clean water, food, or a stable home environment. These are fundamental needs that until we meet them, we can't ever even expect that they can study, get educated, or be productive citizens." - Gretchen Whitmer

"If FBCM and our 7 member food banks can take food insecurity off of the table - most people can solve the rest of the problems themselves." - Phil Knight

As always, the lineup for Food for Thought is phenomenal! Tune in to hear from Brian Peters, CEO of Michigan Health & Hospital Association. Brian discusses the 20 year partnership between FBCM and MHA for the Michigan Harvest Gathering - with that amazing partnership, MHA has provided more than 3.5 MILLION meals! MHA is not just talking the talk, but they are walking the walk!

Susan Hawkins, Senior VP of Population Health of Henry Ford Health System, and co-host Gerry Brisson, President of Gleaners Community Food Bank discuss their new pilots and partnership between Gleaners and Henry Ford Health System. Susan is a true leader and inspiration in the health system community. She is responsible for providing administrative leadership in the development and implementation of a system-wide approach to population health in order to drive improved outcomes at a lower cost.

As always, the lineup for Food for Thought is phenomenal! Tune in to hear from Brian Peters, CEO of Michigan Health & Hospital Association. Brian discusses the 20 year partnership between FBCM and MHA for the Michigan Harvest Gathering - with that amazing partnership, MHA has provided more than 3.5 MILLION meals! MHA is not just talking the talk, but they are walking the walk!

Susan Hawkins, Senior VP of Population Health of Henry Ford Health System, and co-host Gerry Brisson, President of Gleaners Community Food Bank discuss their new pilots and partnership between Gleaners and Henry Ford Health System. Susan is a true leader and inspiration in the health system community. She is responsible for providing administrative leadership in the development and implementation of a system-wide approach to population health in order to drive improved outcomes at a lower cost.

As always, the lineup for Food for Thought is phenomenal! Tune in to hear from Brian Peters, CEO of Michigan Health & Hospital Association. Brian discusses the 20 year partnership between FBCM and MHA for the Michigan Harvest Gathering - with that amazing partnership, MHA has provided more than 3.5 MILLION meals! MHA is not just talking the talk, but they are walking the walk!

Susan Hawkins, Senior VP of Population Health of Henry Ford Health System, and co-host Gerry Brisson, President of Gleaners Community Food Bank discuss their new pilots and partnership between Gleaners and Henry Ford Health System. Susan is a true leader and inspiration in the health system community. She is responsible for providing administrative leadership in the development and implementation of a system-wide approach to population health in order to drive improved outcomes at a lower cost.

As always, the lineup for Food for Thought is phenomenal! Tune in to hear from Brian Peters, CEO of Michigan Health & Hospital Association. Brian discusses the 20 year partnership between FBCM and MHA for the Michigan Harvest Gathering - with that amazing partnership, MHA has provided more than 3.5 MILLION meals! MHA is not just talking the talk, but they are walking the walk!

Susan Hawkins, Senior VP of Population Health of Henry Ford Health System, and co-host Gerry Brisson, President of Gleaners Community Food Bank discuss their new pilots and partnership between Gleaners and Henry Ford Health System. Susan is a true leader and inspiration in the health system community. She is responsible for providing administrative leadership in the development and implementation of a system-wide approach to population health in order to drive improved outcomes at a lower cost.

As always, the lineup for Food for Thought is phenomenal! Tune in to hear from Brian Peters, CEO of Michigan Health & Hospital Association. Brian discusses the 20 year partnership between FBCM and MHA for the Michigan Harvest Gathering - with that amazing partnership, MHA has provided more than 3.5 MILLION meals! MHA is not just talking the talk, but they are walking the walk!

Susan Hawkins, Senior VP of Population Health of Henry Ford Health System, and co-host Gerry Brisson, President of Gleaners Community Food Bank discuss their new pilots and partnership between Gleaners and Henry Ford Health System. Susan is a true leader and inspiration in the health system community. She is responsible for providing administrative leadership in the development and implementation of a system-wide approach to population health in order to drive improved outcomes at a lower cost.

How does work in the charitable world impact manufacturing and make it more productive?

Tune in to hear from Chuck Hadden, CEO of Michigan Manufacturers Association. MMA is the go-to organization for Michigan manufacturers and works hard for fair legislation and fair regulations. MMA is extremely committed to its standing values of trust, leadership, knowledge, influence, and relationship building — all for the continued success of the state’s largest and most vital industry.

How does work in the charitable world impact manufacturing and make it more productive?

Tune in to hear from Chuck Hadden, CEO of Michigan Manufacturers Association. MMA is the go-to organization for Michigan manufacturers and works hard for fair legislation and fair regulations. MMA is extremely committed to its standing values of trust, leadership, knowledge, influence, and relationship building — all for the continued success of the state’s largest and most vital industry.