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Originally posted January 25, 2023.

Tony Conley welcomes Jaclyn Trop who is an award-winning journalist and automotive reporter, deciphering the world of sheet metal for the masses. She divides her time between Los Angeles, Detroit, New York, and South Florida.

She was awarded a Knight-Bagehot fellowship in business and economics reporting from Columbia University, where she also earned a master’s degree in journalism. Her byline has appeared in The New York Times, The New Yorker, Fortune, Vogue, ELLE, Glamour, Bloomberg Businessweek, Newsweek, Fast Company, Forbes, Marie Claire, Men’s Health, Entrepreneur, Rolling Stone, Robb Report, Town & Country, Discover, Overland Journal, Consumer Reports, U.S. News & World Report, TechCrunch and Refinery 29 among others.

Jaclyn has reported from five continents and has eaten ice cream in more than 50 countries. She serves as a U.S. juror to the World Car Awards.

For her work she gets to drive various vehicles from the McLaren Artura to the Rimac Nevera, it’s been a quarter for electrified supercars – and jets, drones, and spaceships aplenty.

Recent travels took me to Madrid to drive the new Land Rover Defender, Texas for the Formula 1 Grand Prix, and Tokyo for a glimpse at Honda’s next-generation transportation strategy. The adventures paired well with some R&R at the St. Regis Bal Harbour and the hot springs of Hakone, Japan.

Cheers to 2023,

Jaclyn

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Chris Holman welcomes Missey Trudell, Head of Chaos (Managing Partner) & Todd Wallis, Wizard of Printing & Equipment Whisperer (Business Partner Co-Owner) Paper Image, Holt, MI.

Welcome, Missey, and Todd, I understand both of you have OVER 25 years with the company, tell us about the Paper Image's story.

I hear your company's work has been award-winning over the years?

What range of products do you cover in 2023?

Being in Holt, MI, what is your service territory? The 3-county Captial Region or a bit further?

The latest Michigan Future Business Index indicates Inflation and talent are the greatest business challenges. Do you find that too?

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Originally posted January 24, 2023.

Tony Conley welcomes Jeff Gilbert, Auto Reporter for WWJ Newsradio 950/CBS News Radio. Audacy, Inc.

Auto Reporter--WWJ Newsradio 950/CBS News RadioAuto Reporter--WWJ Newsradio 950/CBS News Radio

Audacy, Inc. · Full-timeAudacy, Inc. · Full-time Jul 1990 - Present · 32 yrs 5 mos Jul 1990 - Present · 32 yrs 5 mos

I focus on the auto industry from all angles: New products, business, labor relations, technology, etc.

But, I'm also a broadcasting veteran, having covered all types of stories, run news departments, and even spun a record or two. I focus on the auto industry from all angles: New products, business, labor relations, technology, etc. But, I'm also a broadcasting veteran, having covered all types of stories, run news departments, and even spun a record or two.…see more

News DirectorNews Director

WWWW/WCXI Radio · Full-time WWWW/WCXI Radio · Full-time Mar 1986 - Jul 1990 · 4 yrs 5 mosMar 1986 - Jul 1990 · 4 yrs 5 mos Detroit, Michigan, United StatesDetroit, Michigan, United States

News Director at Detroit's AM-FM Country combo.News Director at Detroit's AM-FM Country combo.

News DirectorNews Director

KMJ Radio · Full-time KMJ Radio · Full-time Aug 1985 - Mar 1986 · 8 mos Aug 1985 - Mar 1986 · 8 mos Fresno, California, United StatesFresno, California, United States

Learned a lot about doing news/talk and handling a larger staff. I didn't work here long. Couldn't pass up a good opportunity in Detroit.

News DirectorNews Director

WEEP/WDSY Radio · Full-timeWEEP/WDSY Radio · Full-time Feb 1978 - Aug 1985 · 7 yrs 7 mos Feb 1978 - Aug 1985 · 7 yrs 7 mos Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United StatesPittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States

This was the job that "made me" professionally. Started as a part-time disc jockey, did production and music recording work, and finally into full-time news and for the last four years News Director. Great experience covering big-market stories at a smaller station. This was the job that "made me" professionally. Started as a part-time disc jockey, did production and music recording work, and finally into full-time news and for the last four years News Director. Great experience covering big-market stories at a smaller station.…see more

Radio News AnchorRadio News Anchor

KQV Radio · Part-timeKQV Radio · Part-timeSep 1983 - Oct 1984 · 1 yr 2 mosSep 1983 - Oct 1984 · 1 yr 2 mos Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United StatesPittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States

Worked here part-time, using a different name, for about a year when I was News Director at WEEP.

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Vic Verchereau welcomes Mark McDaniel, who is the CEO and Founder of Cinnaire.

Describing the past two years as unprecedented would be an understatement to say the least. The CEO and Founder of Cinnaire has seen a number of challenges and tremendous success! He has led the organization through a global pandemic, a global recession, unusual government actions, turbulent elections, and deeply felt social and racial injustice. In his journey there were many lessons learned, but none greater than the most important lesson of all...."It's about the people" . Mark says, "Ultimately, the foundation of Cinnaire’s success is our people. They serve our customers and communities, build the technology, make the strategic decisions, manage the risks, determine our investments, and drive the innovation of our programs. This amazing team of people – with guts and brains and enormous capabilities who have navigated personally challenging circumstances while dedicating themselves to professional excellence – is what ensures our prosperity and the health of the communities we serve, now and in the future."

Vic Verchereau caught up with the very busy leader and discovered a man that deeply cares about people and those his organization serves. This is a conversation you won't want to miss! Tune in to this compelling edition of the Leadership Lowdown!

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Originally posted January 18, 2023.

Tony Conley welcomes Brandy Johnson, President, MCCA - Michigan Community College Association.

Johnson was selected as the President of MCCA in December 2021. Prior to this role, she served in the Governor’s administration, first as Governor Whitmer's education policy advisor and most recently served as a manager of the Office of Sixty by 30 within the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity. In 2010, she founded the Michigan College Access Network and served as its Executive Director until 2019. Johnson also was a policy fellow and college access coordinator under Governor Jennifer Granholm.

Johnson earned her bachelor’s degree in political science from Arizona State University and her master’s degree in public policy from the Gerald R. Ford School of Public Policy at the University of Michigan. Johnson was also appointed by Governor Whitmer to represent Michigan on the Midwest Higher Education Compact and served on Governor Snyder’s 21st Century Education Commission. She has been recognized for her leadership and advocacy by the Michigan Association of School Administrators, National College Access Network, American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers, as well as by the Michigan College Access Network.

In their conversation Tony looks to find out from Brandy:

Detroiter Magazine Features Community College Executives Leading the New Push to Transform the Talent Pipeline

The referenced article may be found at https://issuu.com/detroitregionalchamber/docs/dec22_detroiter_final

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Jeffrey Mosher welcomes Kyle McGregor, Director of Health Innovations Grand Rapids, Michigan State University Research Foundation (MSURF) and Mike Mraz, President of Real Estate Development, Rockford Construction, Grand Rapids, MI

In their conversation they cover:

- How did the partnership between Spartan Innovations and Rockford Construction begin?

- Why would a start-up choose to rent office space at The Bridge?

- What services can be provided for Bridge tenants?

- What kinds of businesses will The Bridge attract?

- Why is it important that healthcare and health-tech start-ups get their roots in West Michigan?

- Can the space accommodate different sized start-ups? If so, what are the ranges in office sizes offered?

Kyle McGregor, Director of Health Innovations Grand Rapids, Michigan State University Research Foundation (MSURF)

Kyle is focused on bringing new ideas, innovative approaches, and person-centered technology into the communities that need them most. He has a passion for linking industry, academia, and healthcare to develop high impact projects that are capable of scaling to meet unmet needs.

About MSURF’s Spartan Innovations

Spartan Innovations is the Michigan State University Research Foundation’s venture creation entity that drives entrepreneurs to develop their ideas, create business plans, and successfully launch high-tech startups.

Mike Mraz, President of Real Estate Development, Rockford Construction

Mike oversees all aspects of the real estate development process including financing, acquisitions, leasing, project management, investor relations and owner’s representation. He has more than 19 years of experience in the real estate industry, with many high-profile projects completed in the greater Grand Rapids area.

About Rockford Construction

Established in 1987, Rockford Construction (Rockford) is a nationally recognized construction, real estate development and property management provider. Rockford has built projects totaling more than $5.5 billion of various size and scope in more than 800 cities across the country

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Jeffrey Mosher welcomes Hauwa Abbas, Clean Slate Navigator at CAMW! Capital Area Michigan Works! in Lansing, but serving Ingham, Eaton, and Clinton Counties in Mid Michigan.

Greater Lansing Expungement Job Fair to connect job seekers with new employment Monday, February 6th, 1-4 pm at 2110 S. Cedar St. Lansing, MI.

1. What is an expungement?

2. The process of an expungement?

3. Our expungement fair upcoming?

4. New expungement law in April of 2023?

5. Tell us about some of the other organizations at the job fair

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Originally loaded Jan. 28th, Revised Jan. 31st for segment sequencing.

Faces of Manufacturing is a new show to Michigan Business Network. Cindy Kangas, Executive Director, CAMC, Capital Area Manufacturing Council, Lansing, Michigan, co-hosts with Joy Wagner, HR Manager of Granger Waste Services, also Lansing.

Cindy and Joy strive to share the corporate culture, personal stories, and unique personalities of those making a living in manufacturing today, in Michigan. With that in mind, this month they connected with Liz Zajac and I am a Rosebud - my Granny, Eleanor Paszkowski, was a Riveter and a Buck Welder at the Briggs-Connor Manufacturing plant in Detroit from 1942-1945. Liz and our friends from the American Rosie the Riveter Association will be in attendance at CAMC's March event.

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Originally posted January 17, 2023.

Tony Conley welcomes Trisha Schlegel, an economic analyst for the Michigan Center for Data and Analytics within the Michigan Department of Technology, Management & Budget. She holds a bachelor’s degree in economics from the University of Michigan.

In their conversation Tony looks to find out from Trisha:

'Michigan’s Progress and Recovery: An Analysis of the Labor Market Since 2020'.

What was the data source for the analysis?

What was the most interesting information from the analysis?

Why & how are Unemployment rates important economic indicators? How did Michigan do?

The labor force is the combination of those who are employed and those who are unemployed but are actively searching for employment. How did Michigan do? Increase or drop?

What did you learn about Payroll Jobs? Increase or reduction?

Those with higher levels of educational attainment typically have lower levels of unemployment. Why?

The labor market experiences of people of color follow other socioeconomic inequities that existed pre-pandemic but were further realized amid the effects of COVID-19. What are the socioeconomic inequities?

What did the analysis show about women in the workforce?

How is the Michigan economy doing post-COVID?

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Originally posted 1/11/23

Tony Conley welcomes back James David Dickson Managing Editor of Michigan Capitol Confidential.

Their discussion covered topics that have come up since the recent election, other voting across the nation.

James David Dickson is the managing editor of Michigan Capitol Confidential, a daily news site of the Mackinac Center for Public Policy. Dickson grew up in Inkster and now hails from Ferndale. After starting his career in 2007-2008 with a one-year fellowship at The American Spectator, Dickson then had stops at The Detroit News and two newspapers in Ann Arbor. He returned to the Detroit News in 2012, and stayed for a decade.

While attending the University of Michigan, Dickson was editor-in-chief of The Michigan Review, a columnist for the Michigan Daily, and an Angell Scholar. He can be reached at [email protected].

James David Dickson may be reached at [email protected].

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