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- Ep. 225: Managing Your Finances Late Pandemic & What’s AheadAfter the great recession of 2008 through the early teens, the US economy had a historic stretch of prosperity, until the pandemic in 2020. Joining Chris to discuss where we’ve been and where we are likely headed as an economy is the Managing Partner for Waggoner Financial, Eric Waggoner!22 min
- Ep. 224: Meridian Township Sets Sights on the FutureChris talks quite a bit about vibrancy and modernization of our communities on this show. Business development and attraction is a big part of that endeavor, but Community Development - the infrastructure to support these jobs - is just as important in the formula. Joining Chris to discuss one municipalities strategy on this front is the Neighborhoods and Economic Development Director for Meridian Township, Amber Clark!26 min
- Ep. 223: Making Sure You’re Protected During Volatile Economic TimesIt’s been a chaotic 15 years, spanning from the great recession, to the longest stretch of prosperity we’ve seen, to a global pandemic. One thing is for sure, it’s prudent to protect what you’ve built - what you’ve worked so hard for. Joining Chris to discuss some best practices and things to really think about as we move forward, is the Owner of the Great Lakes State Insurance Agency, Pam Lambropoulos!27 min
- Ep. 222: Start Up Grind Lansing Gathers New MomentumThe entrepreneur ecosystem is alive and well and there are many places where business start-ups can go to pitch their ideas and earn some funding. Joining Chris to discuss how Lansing’s StartUp Grind has evolved is the Principal Strategist and Owner of mConnexions, Julie Holton!19 min
- Ep. 221: Greater Lansing Hispanic Chamber Makes a ComebackDiversity, Equity and Inclusion is a hot topic and many organizations are making a real impact in this area. Joining Chris to discuss the recent resurgence of the Greater Lansing Hispanic Chamber are Matt Thornton, Owner of Scheme Team Consulting and Brent Forsberg, President of TA Forsberg!24 min
- Ep. 220: Downtown Lansing Prepares for Holidays and BeyondAs we all recover from the Coronavirus pandemic and the fallout it has caused, there’s a local group working tirelessly to get Downtown Lansing back on its feet. Chris is joined by Downtown Lansing, Inc's Executive Director Cathleen Edgerly and Events and Market Manager Jazmin Anderson to discuss their plans for the holiday season, the year that’s passed, and what lies ahead.20 min
- Ep. 219: Local Accounting Firm Wins National AccoladesMany companies are clamoring for enough talent to meet their production goals. One strategy is to develop a reputation as a great employer - nationally if possible. Joining Chris to discuss what makes one mid-Michigan based accounting firm a special place to work is Strategy and Innovation Driver for Maner Costerisan, Sarah Jennings!22 min
- Ep. 218: Commercial Real Estate During the Late PandemicThe pandemic has put just about everything on its heels. One hot topic being reported on is the future of commercial real estate, most notably the fate of retail storefronts and restaurants. Joining Chris to share some wisdom on the matter are the Retail Advisors for Martin Commercial Properties, Carson Patten and Samantha Le!19 min
- Ep. 217: Tapping Renewable Natural Gas to Benefit our EnvironmentClimate change has been studied, discussed and debated for decades now. But it’s now becoming more widely accepted as a time sensitive, and urgent call to action. Joining Chris to share what Renewable Natural Gas is and how it can be part of the solution is the Senior Environmental Scientist from Barr Engineering, Jason Linkimer!22 min
- Ep. 216: TA Forsberg President Educates Self & Advocates for More HousingMichigan is fighting hard to recover from the pandemic and attract population growth after years of shrinking. Many are worried that a lack of housing options might slow Michigan’s quest for new residents. Joining Chris to talk about his personal journey for knowledge and his collaboration in compiling data is the President of TA Forsberg, Brent Forsberg!19 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.