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- Ep. 215: The Vision for Michigan’s AvenueOn the heels of two robust reports surrounding the Michigan Avenue corridor through the Lansing Region, the Tri County Regional Planning Commission is seeking final input before redesigning this important conduit. Joining Chris to talk about the project is the Deputy Director of the Tri County Regional Planning Commission, Nicole Baumer!21 min
- Ep. 214: MSU Museum Utilizes CoLab Studio to Drive Community Learning ExperiencesMost museums deliver interesting and thought provoking content - it’s what makes visiting a museum worthwhile. Michigan State University has taken participant engagement to a new level, utilizing what’s called a CoLab Studio. Joining Chris to tell us more is the Education & Learning Manager of the MSU Museum’s CoLab Studio, Caroline White!17 min
- Ep. 213: Mid-Michigan Based Merit Labs is a Leader in PFAS DetectionOn Michigan Reimagined we discuss a variety of topics - from making Michigan an attractive and clean place to live, to celebrating and highlighting small business. Today we get to discuss both. Joining Chris to share the valuable & quality work of a Michigan based environmental testing lab is the CEO and Technical Director of Merit Labs in East Lansing, Maya Murshak!20 min
- Ep. 212: Legacy Development Firm Shifts to New Generation and BrandingIf you’ve spent any time in mid-Michigan, you’re likely familiar with the Eyde family name and the many redevelopment projects and buildings they own, operate and invest in. You may also know that we lost the patriarch, George F Eyde, in 2017. Joining Chris to discuss the new generation of Eydes at the helm and what their focus is these days is a Principle of Eyde Development, Nathaniel Eyde!22 min
- Ep. 211: Strike Out Baseball Expanding to LansingIn July 2021, we introduced a concept being discussed called Strikeout Baseball, and the plan to establish a facility here in Lansing. A little more than a year 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 Director of Operations, Vic Verchereau!15 min
- Ep. 210: Grand Haven Wraps Another Summer Season with the Help of it’s DDAOne of the BEST parts of Michigan are the Lake Michigan coastal towns; they are all unique and beautiful. One of Chris's favorites is Grand Haven and in this episode he chats with the Executive Director of the Grand Haven Main Street Downtown Development Authority, Jeremy Swiftney19 min
- Ep. 209: Michigan State University Museum Brings Cultural Experiences Since 1857Every quality community has quality cultural offerings, and mid-Michigan is no different. Joining Chris to discuss the long history and current offerings of the Michigan State Museum and Science Gallery is its Director, Devon Akmon!15 min
- Ep. 208: Capital Area Housing Partnership Reaches 30-Year MilestoneFinding affordable housing is a crisis for many. Luckily there are resources working to increase supply and assist those in need, and one of those resources has reached a significant anniversary in 2022. Joining Chris to discuss the mission of the Capital Area Housing Partnership is Executive Director, Rawley Van Fossen!18 min
- Ep. 207: MSU Leads Sustainability & Innovation via MassTimberSustainability has become more than a buzzword, it is driving innovation in all industries including some you may have never considered. Joining Chris to teach us more about a revolutionary construction process called Mass Timber is the Director of MassTimber at Michigan State University, Sandra Lupien!19 min
- Ep. 206: One Companies Path Through Cannabis EntrepreneurshipMichigan legalized medical marijuana back in 2008, but in December 2019 recreational adult use was also legalized along with a massive revamp of how cannabis is to be grown, tested, transported and sold. Joining Chris to share their entrepreneurial story in this progressive industry are Sarah Birney and Bryan Madle, co-founders of Blooming Botanicals!17 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.