The Election 20XX Michigan Legislative Candidate Forum is the first in a series of electoral justice events leading up to the November 2018 general election that are organized by Black Lives Matter Lansing and Black Lives Matter Michigan. Candidates running for US Senate District 23 and House of Representatives Districts 67 and 68 respond to questions generated by the Election 20XX Community and from the audience.

The six Segments represent the first half of the forum set. There will be four Episodes coming out of that evening's forum.

The Election 20XX Michigan Legislative Candidate Forum is the first in a series of electoral justice events leading up to the November 2018 general election that are organized by Black Lives Matter Lansing and Black Lives Matter Michigan. Candidates running for US Senate District 23 and House of Representatives Districts 67 and 68 respond to questions generated by the Election 20XX Community and from the audience.

The six segments represent the first half of the forum set. There will be four Episodes coming out of that evening's forum.

Sometimes, charities that successfully raise money can be models for any organization’s communications effort. Kevin Roach, of Methodist Children’s Home Society in Redford, shares advice based on that organizations recent efforts. It also comes down to showcasing the right stories.

Matt Friedman catches up with Kevin while at this year's Mackinac Policy Conference.

Communicating with a large, urban-based workforce offers some insights that can be helpful for any business. Bedrock’s Kevin Bopp talks about how employees in the growing business since in Downtown Detroit are kept updated on things like parking. What they do can apply to your challenges and opportunities.

Matt Friedman finds out while at the recent Mackinac Policy Conference.

The future of Michigan’s workforce was a major topic at the 2018 Mackinac Policy Conference. One of the experts part of that discussion was David Palmer of the Workforce Intelligence Network. He talks in this segment about the communications challenges in speaking to workforce development and how his organization overcomes them.

Matt Friedman gains insight on this segment of 'Communicating Business'.

Grand Rapids Metrology, the largest provider of measurement services in Michigan, announced in June that Megan Spruit, 32, will be promoted to the position of President effective July 1. She speaks with Jeffrey Mosher about her background, the company and the transition into this role.

Megan Spruit, daughter of current CEO Richard Spruit, is the fifth generation of the 96-year old family business. Richard Spruit will remain in the position of CEO. Grand Rapids Metrology currently has offices in Grand Rapids, Benton Harbor, Bay City, Battle Creek and Metro Detroit.

Megan Spruit joined Grand Rapids Metrology in 2012

Shelley Davis Boyd Corporate Marketing Strategist for LAFCU shares highlights from this year. Goals met in connection with International Marketing Award. Statewide charter request. Pending merger moving along. How commercial accounts can be handled for many services with LAFCU for the business community. MI Credit Union League annual conference coming up. Along with other things to watch for in 2018.

LAFCU's MVP of the month- SWBC. In partnership with SWBC Investment Services, LLC, LAFCU is committed to helping their members achieve financial goals. This strategic partnership offers our members access to a full range of investment and insurance services. Their team can help simplify the investment process and help you manage your financial goals.

Whether you are just starting an investment plan or want to review an established portfolio, Dan Austin, Financial Advisor, Dewitt, MI, can help you!

Dan discusses with Jeffrey Mosher about the company and services they provide.

Melanie Duquesnel of the BBB speaks with Chris Holman at the 2018 Mackinac Policy Conference about what is the biggest scam that businesses are running into and how to prevent it from happening to you.

Melanie Duquesnel of the BBB speaks with Chris Holman at the 2018 Mackinac Policy Conference about what is the biggest scam that businesses are running into and how to prevent it from happening to you.