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- Ep. 125: Michigan Creative Launches Haptix StudioDuring the Coronavirus many small businesses are in distress, but others are finding ways to pivot and move forward. Joining Chris to discuss an investment in a new offering for clients, is the Owner & CEO of Michigan Creative, Brian Town!16 min
- Ep. 124: Managing Tourism During a PandemicThe Coronavirus pandemic has disrupted our lives in countless ways. But imagine if your job - your mission - was to sell and orchestrate conventions and tourism for your region, how do you pivot?
Joining Chris to discuss the efforts by the Greater Lansing Convention and Visitors Bureau is President and CEO, Julie Pinkston!17 min - Ep. 123: The Right Place Assists Perrigo’s New HQ in Grand RapidsThe Coronavirus pandemic has disrupted our lives in countless ways, including new construction and economic development - or has it?
Joining Chis to share a major investment in Grand Rapids is Brent Case, the Vice President of Business Attraction for the Right Place, Inc.17 min - Ep. 122: What it means to be an "Artistpreneur"I often highlight the arts on this program because any vibrant community has a robust arts scene - be it music, theater or visual arts.
In this episode, Chris is joined by regional artist Mila Lynn, Owner of Mind of Mila Artistry, to discuss what it means to be an "artistpreneur" and the upcoming Inktober!17 min - Ep. 121: Entertainment Venue Expands Services Despite the PandemicThe coronavirus wreaked havoc on the entertainment venues around the country. One local group - High Caliber Karting and Entertainment - opened a wildly unique indoor space to recreate and blow off steam. Not only have they thumbed their nose to the pandemic, they are doubling down but expanding their offerings significantly as they reopen.
In this episode, Chris is joined by High Caliber Karting President Jordan Munsters, General Manager Zach Bingham and Manager of Operation Casey Steele!17 min - Ep. 120: The Pandemic Effect on the Entertainment IndustryThe coronavirus pandemic has disrupted all walks of life and severely disrupted the way we live. Arguably the hardest hit businesses are those in the entertainment field, being among the last allowed to reopen. As of this recording - in early October 2020 - indoor entertainment venues like movie theaters and bowling alleys are just now coming back to life.
In this episode, Chris is joined by our friends from High Caliber Karting & Entertainment, President Jordan Munsters and Brand Sales Manager Julissa Munsters!17 min - Ep. 119: "10 Over the Next 10" WinnersEvery year the Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce announces a list titled “10 over the next 10”, and this year's winners were recently announced.
Chris is joined by two of the ten winners for this year, Katie Krick, Commercial Lines Producer at Cedar River Insurance, and Joe Lewis II, Project Manager at C2AE, to discuss what that award means, how it’s earned, and why it’s important!17 min - Ep. 118: The Future of the Office Post-CovidThe CoronaVirus pandemic of 2020 (and hopefully not beyond) has wreaked havoc on virtually all aspects of life. One facet of fallout that has been the future of the office workspace.
Joining Chris to give us an expert perspective on this topic is Senior VP and Office Associate for Martin Commercial Properties, Eric Rosekrans!16 min - Ep. 117: The Growth of Farmers MarketsThis next discussion checks a lot of boxes - vibrancy, revitalization, nutrition, small business development among others.
Joining Chris to discuss farmers markets as a whole, and the new Marketplace on the Green in Meridian Township is the Director of Meridian Township Parks and Recreation, LuAnne Maisner.17 min - Ep. 116: LEAP's One&All Entrepreneur Assistance ProgramSupport for entrepreneurship in Michigan can be found in a lot of places - and in Mid-Michigan, you will often find LEAP - the Lansing Economic Area Partnership, leading the charge.
Joining Chris to discuss the newly unveiled One&All program - a brand new series of resources, targeted at a specific group of people - are our friends from LEAP: VP of Entrepreneurship and Innovation, Tony Willis, and VP of Marketing and Communications, Victoria Meadows!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.