Good Company

We're back with Tim Gleisner, Manager of Special Collections for the Library of Michigan, to cover more of the rich history of Grand Rapids! On this episode, we explore the history of partying in GR, from the beer scene to exciting presidential visits. Tim also touches on how the Spanish flu impacted the community, and much more, all while we enjoy Bloody Mary mix from Brewt's!To learn more about the history of Grand Rapids, check out the Grand Rapids Public Library, The Library of Michigan, or the Kent District Library!

Matt Lauria is a Grand Rapids-based comedian who has performed as part of LaughFest since day 1 in 2011. Hear Matt on the importance of Gilda's Club, share how he comes up with material,  and outline the process of starting his comedy troupe, the Rockin' Homegrown Jam. You can catch Matt and the Rockin' Homegrown Jam on Friday, March 13 at The Intersection! Learn more at laughfest.org.

Justin Willman is a magician & comedian known for his appearances on The Tonight Show and Ellen, along with his hit Netflix show, Magic for Humans. Hear Anna Young & Laura Traxler chat with Justin about LaughFest, Justin's career, and the craziest moments he encountered on his Netflix show. You can catch Justin performing as part of LaughFest at Fountain Street Church on March 7.

Floriza Genautis, founder and principal of Management Business Solutions, knows a thing or two about talent. She's worked in the professional staffing field for over two decades, going from filling temp positions in Silicon Valley, to finding top talent in West Michigan. Hear Floriza share her thoughts on building talent pipelines, supporting underserved communities, and surviving Michigan winters.

On this episode, Joel Lautenbach, Executive Director of Development for Samaritas, discusses the Gateways for Growth initiative, which works to foster a more welcoming community for immigrants and their families. Joel also reflects on what inspires his work, why he loves to sing, and his favorite places to travel, all while enjoying Dragon's Milk White from New Holland Brewing!

Since taking ownership of Wolverine Building Group in 2015, Aaron Jonker & Curt Mulder have continuously focused on giving back to the community through their work. Hear them discuss their 80 for 80 campaign, exciting new building projects around Michigan, and what they are doing to attract and retain talent in West Michigan. On this episode, our guests enjoyed Lite Wight Boss Man beer from Grand Rapids Brewing Co. Cheers to season 3 of Good Company

Your Grand Rapids Chamber Government Affairs Team is kicking off 2020 with a recap of the Annual Government Affairs Survey results, which include a focus on talent, infrastructure, and housing. Andy, Josh and Alexa also break down what you can expect in the coming year from local and state policy.

Scott and Christine Vogel took the leap into becoming business owners in 2017, when they opened Nothing Bundt Cakes, and since then, they have dedicated themselves to giving back to the community. Hear them chat about being part of the World's Largest Cake Walk, and their unique connection to Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant!

Tory Richardson has dedicated his career to the world of aviation, and his talents have recently brought him to Grand Rapids, where he has just begun his tenure has the CEO of the Gerald R. Ford International Airport. Hear Tory discussing the expansions happening at the airport, the competitive world of working in the aviation industry, and the importance of excellent customer service, all while enjoying some Vanilla Java Porter from Atwater Brewing!

Orthodontic and dental care is important to many people around the country. OrVance is looking to revolutionize a small part of orthodontic care, dental wax, in a big way. Their mission is focused on improving the quality, safety and compliance of a product used by many. We chatted with OrVance CEO Ron Schutt while enjoying Better Life Choices from Atwater Brewery. You can learn more about OrVance at www.orvance.com.