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- Ep. 235: ScrapFest 13 is Coming this Summer!More and more we're reminded that “Michigan makes things”, and the recent news talks quite a bit about companies coming to Michigan to bolster our mission to continue to make things, but in this episode we’re talking about making things from the arts perspective. Joining to share why you don’t want to miss ScrapFest 13 are its Executive Director, Mike Baass and the President of Friedland Industries, Joel Conn!18 min
- Ep. 234: Ovation Music & Arts Venue Progresses in Downtown LansingHaving local and convenient access to the arts is a major component of driving a vibrant community. You may have heard that Lansing is in the process of getting a new downtown music and arts venue called The Ovation. Joining Chris to tell us the progress of this exciting attraction is the Director of the Lansing Public Media Center, Dominic Cochran!19 min
- Ep. 233: High Caliber Karting Continues to DownshiftJust before the pandemic, a local group of entrepreneurs opened a high energy entertainment venue. Little did they know we’d all need to blow off steam in new and creative ways. Joining Chris to discuss the newest evolution of High Caliber Karting & Entertainment is it’s Marketing Director, Jacki Krumnow!17 min
- Ep. 232: The Bridge - Spartan Innovations Launches New Incubator Space in Grand RapidsIn early March, Spartan Innovations hosted a grand opening for a highly-anticipated incubator space called the Bridge. Joining Chris to share what the Bridge is and why it’s important are the Director of Health Innovations, Kyle McGregor, and the Executive Director for Spartan Innovations, Jeff Wesley!20 min
- Ep. 231: Local Entrepreneur Advocates for Equity and SustainabilityMichigan is filled with creative & inspiring individuals and Chris loves helping them share their stories. Joining him to discuss his path of education, fashion and sustainability is the Founder of Grow the Earth Coffee, J. Moore!16 min
- Ep. 230: The Capital City Film FestivalAs the world returns to closer to normal from the pandemic, social activities are resuming. Joining Chris to discuss the 2023 installation of the Capital City Film Festival are Board Members Nicole Szymczak and Samantha Le as well as Festival Manager Emma Selby!19 min
- Ep. 229: Recent Grad Hosts Youth Centered Conversation SeriesChris loves discovering new talent in and around Michigan, and he was grateful to have a friend show me the press release for our next guest. Joining him to discuss her series of "Conscious Conversations" is the host and recent MSU graduate, Abrielle Mason!18 min
- Ep. 228: Mid-Michigan Public Transit Takes Collaborative Steps ForwardEfficient and affordable public transportation is discussed wherever I learn about keys to a successful and vibrant community. Joining Chris to help us learn more about mid-Michigan’s transit system and its efforts to progress is Brad Funkhouser, CEO/Executive Director of the Capital Area Transportation Authority’s (CATA).21 min
- Ep. 227: Capital Area Manufacturing Council Celebrates Women via Rosie the Riveter EventMichigan is a state that “makes stuff” and we’re hell bent to keep it that way. Michigan has announced billions of new investment and thousands of new jobs in manufacturing, and we need the talent to fill these positions! Joining Chris to discuss the work the Capital Area Manufacturing Council is doing, and an upcoming event, is the Executive Director of CAMC, Cindy Kangas!16 min
- Ep. 226: MSU Health Sciences Announces Partnership with Henry Ford HealthHealthcare has historically been an important topic, but even more so as we navigate our way out of a global pandemic. Joining Chris to talk about one local university’s endeavors is the Executive Vice President for Health Sciences at Michigan State University, Dr. Norm Beauchamp!21 min
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Michigan Reimagined tells the stories of people and organizations who are driving Michigan’s economic sustainability. Chris believes that Michigan residents often lead with an apology for the…
shortcomings of this fabulous state, and he thinks that is unnecessary. Every city has its perks and problems. Instead of complaining about what we don’t have, healthier behavior is finding those doing great work and giving them a platform to share their results. Whether it’s new restaurants, housing stock, talent retention, transportation innovation, tourism, development incentives, placemaking or arts – this state is full of passionate people in action. Hear their stories in 15 minute, deep-dive interviews on Michigan Reimagined.