Michigan Business Network

Vic Verchereau welcomes Sarah Pierce, who is the founder and owner of 517 Living.

This edition of the Michigan Corners Show follows the story of a dynamic local leader that decided to make an impact on the fun world that is right in front of us!

In 2014, after far too long of simply skimming the surface of all that the Greater Lansing Area had to offer, Sarah Pierce decided to dig deeper. She started a project called 517 Living, which turned into a community Facebook group of over 40,000 members, a widely used events calendar, and a growing directory of locally owned businesses and local organizations, and she says the journey has changed her in ways she couldn't have imagined.

Listen in as Vic Verchereau hears all about living in the 517!

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Transform MI explores the question, “What would MI look like if we were to transform systems, policy, practice, and culture so that everyone wins”? Transform MI will look deep into topics of embodiment, boundaries, harm, creativity, and more with people who are working to reshape our world and MI. This is a podcast of possibilities.

For Episode 4's six segments Angela and Mordecai have a conversation with Jordan Scrimger, policy strategist with One Love Global about a media tracking project undertaken during the height of the COVID pandemic. How can the Health Opportunity and Equity Index data for Michigan inform the way our state approaches COVID recovery?

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Vic Verchereau welcomes Pat O'Keefe, who is the Founder and CEO of O’Keefe.

Mr. O’Keefe is recognized as an expert in the fields of strategic advisory services, corporate reorganization, debt restructuring, turnaround consulting, due diligence support, valuation and litigation support. Mr. O’Keefe has been approved by the U.S. Department of Justice to act as a Chapter 11 trustee and has performed as a court appointed receiver for numerous operating companies. For over 30 years, Mr. O’Keefe has been active as a financial consultant and turnaround advisor to under-performing businesses in various industries including, retail, hospitality, restaurants, construction, automotive, manufacturing, and real estate, and has successfully completed assignments in out-of-court and Chapter 11 restructurings.

Mr. O’Keefe is a past President of the Detroit Athletic Club and a current member of the Michigan State University Board of Trustees. Mr. O’Keefe is a frequent guest lecturer and writer and has appeared on television and radio discussing various financial and economic matters. Today, Vic Verchereau of the Leadership Lowdown has asked him to share his thoughts on what's not in the headlines. It's easy to see what every other leader sees, but preparing for the unknown is where the greats find their edge over the competition! Listen in...Pat offers some amazing thoughts!

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Tony welcomes back James David Dickson, the managing editor of Michigan Capitol Confidential, a daily news site of the Mackinac Center for Public Policy. He discusses current political stories in Michigan.

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].

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Tony welcomes back Nicole Noll-Williams is the President and CEO of the Capital Region Airport Authority, operating the Capital Region International Airport and Mason Jewett Field.

Previously, she spent almost three years as the Mid-Michigan Regional Director for U.S. Senator Gary C. Peters, and over 25 years in the aviation industry with experience in air service development, airline management and contract management. She was the Director of Marketing and Passenger Development for the Capital Region Airport Authority, responsible for development, marketing, advertising and public relations efforts for the Capital Region International Airport and Mason Jewett Field Airport. Her efforts were key in the development of direct service to Washington D.C. and to international markets including Cancun and Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, Punta Cana, Dominican Republic and Montego Bay, Jamaica.

Prior to joining the Airport Authority and working for the U.S. Senate,

Nicole was the Director of Sales for Spartan Travel, a Michigan travel management company. She assisted organizations in the development of travel policies and negotiated air, car, and hotel contracts for state-wide organizations including the state of Michigan, Michigan State University, and Michigan insurance and manufacturing companies. She began her career in aviation with United Airlines/United Express as a Station Manager, managing daily operations at the airport, and was the Regional Sales Manager, overseeing sales throughout Michigan, Wisconsin, and Minnesota.

Nicole serves as a Commissioner of the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Commission of Mid-Michigan, Vice Chair on the Habitat for Humanity Capital Region Board, Board Member for Lansing Economic Area Partner, as a member of the MSU Global Business Advisory Council, and a Certified Member of Airports Council International. Nicole has also received the distinguished ATHENA Award, given to a woman who has achieved excellence in her profession, has served the community in a meaningful way and has assisted and mentored women in the attainment of professional goals and leadership skills.

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Vic Verchereau welcomes Tom Hamp, who is an executive and business coach for AdviCoach.

Tom Hamp is a business coach with 29 years of experience with companies such as IBM, Kodak and Kyocera. His clients say that he consistently holds them accountable, pushes them to set specific measurable goals, returns focus to plans that are in place and uncovers the true value drivers of their business. He coaches teams as well, helping them understand the fundamentals of working together and how important their culture is. He has expertise and success in a wide range of areas including Sales and Marketing, Pricing, Product Management, Strategic Planning, Business Development, Leadership Development, Human Resource Management, Public Speaking and Facilitation.

Tom offers some great points in this edition of the Leadership Lowdown! Join the fun and listen in for great business concepts and hear how this coach helps his team win!

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Tony welcomes Brian Calley, who is a collaborative leader who combines the skills from an accomplished private sector career with a heart for public service and a record of getting things done. He is passionate about making the world work better for all people and uses an inclusive problem-solving approach to make a difference.

As President of the Small Business Association of Michigan, Brian is able to put his passion for Michigan’s small businesses front and center.

Calley had the honor of serving as Michigan’s 63rd Lieutenant Governor from 2011-2018. During that time, he played an integral role in Michigan’s comeback in partnership with Governor Rick Snyder. He is often referenced as redefining the role of Lt. Governor, taking on issues that were critical and important to the success of our state. Calley was the driving force behind two historic tax reforms that were the catalyst for significant private-sector job growth in Michigan. During his tenure, more than 555,000 jobs were created and Michigan saw the lowest unemployment rate in 18 years. As Michigan’s lieutenant governor, he also spearheaded regulatory reform, infrastructure improvement, and employee engagement efforts.

Much of Brian’s public policy work centered around inclusion for all Michiganders, regardless of the challenges they face because he believes everyone deserves to live a self-determined independent life. Calley led the charge to increase access to autism services in our state while also championing efforts on mental health, combating the opioid addiction epidemic, jail diversion, special education reform, disability hiring, and eliminating child lead poisoning.

Prior to serving as lieutenant governor, Calley served two terms in the Michigan House of Representatives, two terms as an Ionia County commissioner, and worked for over a decade in community banking. He holds degrees from Michigan State University, Grand Valley State University, and the John F. Kennedy School of Government at Harvard University.

Calley has been honored as one of Crain’s Detroit Business’ 40 under 40 and has received recognition for his leadership by organizations across the state, including the Small Business Association of Michigan, Special Olympics of Michigan, the Michigan Manufacturers Association, and the Mental Health Association. He also has received national recognition from Autism Speaks and the US Junior Chamber, which named him one of the Ten Outstanding Young Americans.

Brian and his wife Julie live in Portland with their three children: Collin, Reagan, and Karagan. Dad to 3. Husband to @JulieCalley

. President of @SBAM. Former Lt. Governor of Michigan. Favorite number is 26.2. Disability advocate. The piano is the coolest.

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Tony welcomes James David Dickson, 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].

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Jeffrey Mosher welcomes Sarah Milanowski L.M.S.W., Manager of Enrollment & Marketing & Jennifer Haak, LBSW, Behavioral Health Clinician LifeCircles PACE, Muskegon, MI.

CIT Training · LifeCircles PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) has been assisting in Crisis Intervention Training, along with multiple community partners, to equip law enforcement for responding to individuals experiencing a behavioral crisis.

· Being a partner involved with CIT training has been important to the organization’s mission and helped the greater community with how to react to these types of situations.

· The training utilizes a community partnership made up of law enforcement, mental health professionals, and others who navigate non-criminal crises that may be related to mental health or other unmet needs. · CIT was brought to West Michigan by HealthWest, with the first training held last February. LifeCircles joined as a partner among other community organizations such as DHHS, AgeWell Services, and more

· Every three months, 16 officers graduate from the CIT training. The program is an intensive 40-hour week that consists of modules focused on ways to deescalate situations related to mental health, substance abuse, geriatric care, and more.

· A dementia diagnosis can be challenging for the individual and their loved ones, but LifeCircles is making it a priority to show that there are ways to provide respectful engagement to enhance quality of life for those impacted by dementia

About LifeCircles PACE:

At LifeCircles PACE, we believe living at home matters to older adults, because we know it matters to you. Our program is unique in its simplicity and common-sense approach to senior care. LifeCircles has provided an in-home alternative to traditional nursing home living since 2009. We provide peace of mind and support to seniors and their caregivers by providing all-inclusive medical and support services in-homes and at our day centers. For more information, visit our website: www.lifecircles-pace.org.

Jeffrey Mosher welcomes back Adam Clarke, President & Jennifer Jurgens CEO/Founding Partner, co-owners of 1 Bold Step, Grand Rapids, MI, to MBN. The pair shared their story when they were awardees with Michigan Celebrates Small Business.

As their company continues to grow, they've looked for a new location to work from. Recently, SBAM, the City of Grand Rapids, SBA, and Consumers Credit Union came together to assist 1 Bold Step, a West Michigan Marketing Agency, in purchasing their new headquarters in the North Monroe District. The company had to navigate environmental tests as well as the SBA loan process - no small feat, and they couldn't have done it without the state and local support they received.