We’ve talked regularly about the housing needs in Michigan, but what about the true affordability of housing and how it drives economic growth. Joining Chris to talk about the effects of housing affordability is the President of TA Forsberg, Brent Forsberg!

In July 2021 we introduced a concept being discussed called Strikeout Baseball, and the plan to establish a facility here in Lansing. Two years - and lots of hard work later - the team is back to give us a status update. Joining Chris to discuss an exciting concept planned for our region is the Founder of Strikeout Baseball, Jeff Lazaros and Member of the Board of Directors, Ben Bakken!

As a native Philadelphian, Chris is often on the lookout for quality Italian food. Joining Chris to discuss the offerings from Toscana Restaurant and Wine Market, is General Manager, Eric Weber, and Director of sales for Concord Hospitality, Corri Harvey!

Lansing has been incrementally activating it’s downtown riverfront - first with Rotary Park, and now with a massive playground that goes well beyond the traditional. Joining Chris to discuss the details of this amazing space is the President & CEO of the Capital Region Community Foundation, Laurie Baumer!

When people think of Michigan’s economy, they immediately think of automotive, and honestly that’s not incorrect. But the state clearly has many industries driving it - like engineering, life sciences, medical devices, furniture, agriculture, tourism, AND insurance. Joining to discuss the impact of the insurance industry in Michigan is the Executive Director of LIAM - the Life Insurance Association of Michigan, Traci Riehl!

Chris is blessed to have a lifestyle that allows him to travel this great state to meet fantastic people and companies. Their stories inspire him enough to host this podcast, and today’s guest is a perfect example of Michigan passion. In this episode, we get to hear the story of photographer and emmy-award winning filmmaker, Stephen McGee!

Non-profit leaders and small business owners are aruably the most passionate people in our community - you just need to ask them about their “why” and let them speak and you’ll be amazed at what you hear. Joining Chris to share his journey and how it has shaped his small business company culture is the Owner/CEO of Custom Built Design & Remodel, Michael Flory!

Lansing has produced a lot of talented people, and talented people are often lured away to chase their dreams elsewhere. Every now and then we get a star to return home. Joining Chris to share his journey, and a few of the ways he’s currently giving back to his community, is former local basketball star turned businessman/lobbyist, Jon Horford!

Artificial Intelligence is here in a real and accessible way for the masses. Joining Chris to share with us how to navigate this and what we need to consider as AI becomes a larger part of our day-to-day lives is the Founder of Artificial Intelligence Consulting, David Silva Smith!

Housing continues to be a concern when it comes to attracting new residents for much needed population growth in our state. Joining Chris to talk about attainable & workforce housing, pricing trends, and what solutions are needed to allow for more residential development is the President of TA Forsberg, Brent Forsberg!