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Jeffrey Mosher welcomes Nancy Lindman, Director of Public Policy and Research, Michigan Association of United Ways based in Lansing serving Statewide Their topic of discussion was ALICE in Focus Report Reveals Veterans' Struggle Financially What is the Michigan Association of United Ways and how does it support families in Michigan? MAUW recently released an ALICE report that focuses on veterans. Can you talk about some of the data found in the report? What do these numbers look like in comparison to past years? Are things getter better or worse for veterans? What does “ALICE” mean when talking about the Michigan Association of United Ways? Where can veterans in Michigan go to get support?

Jeffrey Mosher welcomes Cindy E. Hales, Ed.D., Vice President of Community Investment, Capital Region Community Foundation. Their discussion covers the details surrounding a grant application period that is currently underway. LANSING, MICH. — The Community Foundation has announced the opening of their 2023 grant cycle. Applications are now open for Capacity Building, Mini, and Youth Grants. New this year, Impact Grants will open for application in mid-March. “We're excited for the opening of our 2023 grant cycle, which incorporates changes based on guidance from our Community Investment and Racial Equity Committees,” said Cindy Hales, Vice President of Community Investment. “Our goal with these changes is to be more inclusive and accessible to diverse organizations in the Capital Region. And with the recent adoption of an Inclusion Statement, we are encouraging our grantees to also embrace a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.” Inclusion Statement In our grantmaking, we work with partners whose programming, leadership, staffing, and volunteers reflect the diversity of the people they serve. Like the Community Foundation, our partners should authentically work to maximize access to services and achieve equitable practices for all people regardless of ethnicity, race, age, gender, identity/expression, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, marital status, income status and or philosophy/religion. Capacity Building Grants help an organization increase its sustainability and effectiveness by strengthening its internal systems. Capacity Building strengthens an organization so it can grow its impact and accomplish its mission. The Foundation does this by partnering with our Capacity Building grantees and experts in organizational management. Capacity grant amounts vary. Youth Grants are awarded by the Youth Advisory Council (YAC), a group of high school students from across the tri-county region. The YAC makes grants of up to $5,000 from the Youth Endowment Fund to support programs that help teens age 12-18 in Clinton, Eaton, or Ingham counties. Mini Grants are perfect for smaller organizations that seek programming or project support, up to $5,000. These opportunities are presented for consideration to donors with funds at the Community Foundation and may be awarded at any time throughout the year. To be eligible for a Community Foundation grant, requests must be for projects or programs that predominately benefit the residents of Clinton, Eaton, and Ingham counties. Applicants must also have a 501c3 tax exempt status, or partner with one who can serve as a fiduciary. If you would like to discuss these opportunities or explore the application process in more detail, please call a member of our Community Investment team at 517-272-2870. Applications for Capacity Building, Youth, and Mini Grants close February 10, 2023. Full grant guidelines and details can be found on our site at https://ourcommunity.org/nonprofit-support/grants-at-the-community-foundation. The Community Foundation is passionate about creating vibrant, thriving communities throughout Michigan's capital region. The Foundation serves donors to meet their unique charitable goals, supports area nonprofits with grants and coaching, and leads innovative projects that drive community growth. The Community Foundation (also known as the Capital Region Community Foundation) is a tax-exempt public charity whose mission is to lead philanthropic solutions that build vibrant communities in Ingham, Clinton and Eaton counties.

Faces of Manufacturing is a new show to Michigan Business Network. Cindy Kangas, Executive Director, CAMC, Capital Area Manufacturing Council, Lansing, Michigan, co-hosts with Joy Wagner, HR Manager of Granger Waste Services, also Lansing. Cindy and Joy strive to share the corporate culture, personal stories, and unique personalities of those making a living in manufacturing today, in Michigan. With that in mind, this month they connected with some team members from Niowave, who manufacture radioisotopes to cure cancer and save lives.. » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCqNX… » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

Jeffrey Mosher welcomes back Teri Sand, Business Services Manager of Capital Area Michigan Works!, Lansing, MI, but serving Ingham, Eaton, and Clinton Counties of Mid-Michigan. Their topic this month is the Business Services Team. How does the Business Services Team at CAMW! support employers? What were some of the BST's biggest accomplishments in 2022? If employers want to get connected to CAMW! services, where should they go? » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCqNX… » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

Faces of Manufacturing is a new show to Michigan Business Network. Cindy Kangas, Executive Director, CAMC, Capital Area Manufacturing Council, Lansing, Michigan, co-hosts with Joy Wagner, HR Manager of Granger Waste Services, also Lansing. Cindy and Joy strive to share the corporate culture, personal stories, and unique personalities of those making a living in manufacturing today, in Michigan. With that in mind, this month they connected with some team members from CAMW! the Capital Area Michigan Works. - Dedicated to excellence in workforce development. » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCqNX… » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

Chris Holman welcomes back U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow, Senior Senator serving Michigan in Washington, D.C.. Welcome Senator Stabenow, a busy December and 2022 are wrapping up, how much is left for this session in Washington? Among the topics we wanted to highlight I understand the Senate recently saw the Passage of Water Resources Development Act, tell us about that? You were back in Michigan recently joining with Department of Energy Secretary Granholm, can you share highlights of that visit and news coming out of it? How was 2022 for Agricultural issues? Are there any big bills coming up that we should be aware of? » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCqNX… » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

Chris Holman welcomes back Amirika Richardson, T3 Education Officer, Capital Area Michigan Works! Lansing, MI. Their discussion covers the T3 Council Tell us about your journey at Capital Area Michigan Works!. (Different positions you've held, etc.) Tell us about your current position as T3 Education Liaison. How have you seen CAMW! impact our community? Why is it important for employers to connect with T3? » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCqNX… » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

Chris Holman welcomes Jose L. Flores, CEO, of Ancor Automotive, Troy, MI Welcome Jose, you were recently a panelist at the MICHauto Summit can you share a bit about your company with the Michigan business community? At the Summit, you were among three leaders participating in the Table Talk: "Why I Choose Michigan" tell us about that discussion. What were your impressions and takeaways from that recent summit? How is Ancor Automotive doing when it comes to attracting and retaining talent? Anything else we should know regarding talent, mobility or the summit? » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCqNX… » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

Chris Holman welcomes Jessica Jones, Event Community Specialist in the Marketing Team, Eventeny, Chesterfield, MI How Michigan Event Planners are Using Technology in 2023 to Increase Revenue, Enhance the Attendee Experience, & Simplify Their Life! Welcome Jessica, I met your team at the recent Michigan Festivals & Events Convention in Port Huron, can you share with the Michigan business community about your company? How are you seeing planners utilize technology to increase revenue? What types of digital resources are being used to enhance the on-site experience for eventgoers? Event planning is a stressful job - in fact, it's 5th most stressful job in the world. Are you seeing any improvement-of-life benefits for planners as a result of harnessing event tech? Are there any under-utilized resources you think event planners should be aware of that could help them improve their processes? » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCqNX… » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

Jeffrey Mosher welcomes Brendan Rogers, Scott Emerick, co-owners of Kickstand Brewing Company & Cleo & Co. Mixers. In their conversation they cover the newer product line of Cleo & Co. Mixers ● The house-crafted, small-batch, locally sourced collection of cocktail mixers are available in five flavors: Rendezvous, Tuller, Sinister, Zozzled, and Appleseed ● Cleo & Co. Mixers are made by Kickstand Brewing Company in Commerce Township and are a “natural progression” of the brewery's portfolio which includes handcrafted wines, spirits and craft beers. ● Kickstand set out to create classic and unique mixers with a Michigan focus, that also ties back to an important time in the industry's history ● Gertrude ‘Cleo' Lythgoe gave us a lot of inspiration, she wasn't afraid to take risks or to do things her way and above all else she valued a quality product ● Each of the mixer names is an ode to Cleo's story. ● Fans of Cleo & Co. can join the Cleo Club to earn points and discounts towards mixers. Club members can earn points through purchases, social shares, birthdays and more. For more info go to www.cleomixers.com/cleo-club. Gertrude “Cleo” Lythgoe • Gertrude “Cleo” Lythgoe was one of the best-known bootleggers of her time, among women and men. Given the nickname Cleo due to her resemblance to Cleopatra, she was a force in the male-dominated occupation • The brand embodies the spirit of Gertrude “Cleo” Lythgoe and her commitment to getting the very best libations in the hands of those who appreciate them most. • She smuggled alcohol from the Bahamas into the New York Harbor and was estimated to be worth more than $1 million by the time she retired. The Mixers • Rendezvous, $19: A pineapple and pomegranate martini mixer made with pineapple, lemon, pomegranate, and blueberry juices, and cane sugar. • Sinister, $19: A mixer for margaritas and sours made with lemon, lime, and orange juice, and blue agave. • Tuller, $19: An old fashioned mixer made with dark cherry juice, bitters, and cane sugar. • Zozzled, $19: A mule mixer made with ginger juice, lime juice, and cane sugar. • Appleseed, $19: An apple cinnamon mixer made with apple juice, lime juice, cinnamon and cane sugar. About Kickstand Kickstand Brewing in Commerce Township is owned by two friends, Brendan Rogers and Scott Emerick. The brewery offers up delectable beers and top notch food in a warm and friendly space. They focus on delivering a wide variety of styles and flavors to all the craft beer enthusiasts and anyone looking for a cold pint to satisfy their palate. • Kickstand also serves up a wide range of hearty, locally sources, unique dishes with both beer integration and pairing in mind.

Jeffrey Mosher welcomes back Robert McCann Executive Director, The K-12 Alliance of Michigan. This time around they catch up on the K-12 Alliance of Michigan and focus on the expansion to include Monroe County Schools Their discussion covers: The K-12 Alliance of Michigan recently expanded to include Monroe County Schools. What does this mean for your organization? With the addition of Monroe County, how many districts and students does the K-12 Alliance of Michigan now represent? The K-12 Alliance also recently released its 2023 legislative priorities. Can you tell us more about those priorities and how they will support students and educators? » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCqNX… » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

Jeffrey Mosher welcomes Maura Rylander, Scholarship Director for Women in Defense Michigan. Statewide Defense Organization Awards College Scholarships to Five Michigan Women Women in Defense Michigan's Horizon Scholarship has awarded over $150,000 to women pursuing careers in national security and defense since its 2009 inception Detroit, Mich. - Established in 2009, the Horizon College Scholarship was created in order to provide support for women pursuing careers related to the national security and defense interests of the United States, and to provide development opportunities to women already working in these fields. Corporate and individual donations as well as Women in Defense Michigan (WID) fundraising efforts provide the amounts each year to support the scholarship program. “National defense is a noble calling, yet is not always considered by young women across the United States,” said WID-MI Scholarship Director and project manager for Ground Vehicle Systems Center (GVSC) Fuel Cell Technology team, Maura Rylander. “In order to bolster young women entering the defense workforce, we provide them with mentorship, assist their educational development in S.T.E.M (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) related fields in order to encourage them to pursue a career in the defense industry.” WID Michigan's annual golf outing is one of the primary sources for fundraising for both high school and college scholarships. The 2022 outing enabled WID Michigan to award the following five women with $11,000 in college scholarships : ● Alexandra (Ally) Stavros, The University of Michigan, Excellence in Leadership Recipient (top scoring applicant) ● Alexandra (Allie) Brayton, Kettering University ● Ashley Everett, Madonna University ● LeAnn Krzewski, Oakland University ● Claudia Pilarski, Oakland University “I am honored to be one of the recipients of the Horizon College Scholarship,” said former University of Michigan student, Alexandra (Ally) Stavros. “There are a number of young women entering the defense workforce who deserve this distinction, and I could not be more honored to represent young women just like me by accepting this award.” To find out more about WID Michigan's fundraising and scholarship opportunities, visit their website https://connect.ndia.org/widmichigan/home. ### About Women in Defense: Women in Defense (WID) Michigan Chapter, A National Security Organization, is a non-profit professional networking and development organization for women and men across Michigan who contribute to national defense and security. Formed in 2007, the Michigan Chapter strengthens and influences the defense and national security industry by inspiring women, cultivating leadership, and growing professional relationships. For more info on WID-MI visit their site at: https://connect.ndia.org/widmichigan/programs/horizonscholarship Scholarship Recipients Alexandra (Ally) Stavros, The University of Michigan Stavros is pursuing a Master of Public Policy at the University of Michigan (UofM) after leading with GVSC as a project officer. Alexandra (Allie) Brayton, Kettering University Brayton is finishing up her senior year at Kettering University with a degree in Chemical Engineering and a minor in Biochemistry. Ashley Everett, Madonna University Everett is a graduate student at Madonna University studying Criminal Justice and Intelligence. LeAnn Krzewski, Oakland University Krzewski is a graduate student at Oakland studying Clinical Mental Health and Counseling. Claudia Pilarski, Oakland University Pilarski will graduate a year early in the spring with a bachelor's degree in linguistics and a minor in French.

Jeffrey Mosher welcomes Becky Puckett-Wood, Vice President, Corporate & Member Engagement Rhonda Maxwell, Scholarship Subcommittee Co-Chair. Inforum They dicuss the Inforum Scholarship Program ● Inforum launched a new West Michigan scholarship program to help reduce the financial burden for women in the workforce seeking skill development. The scholarship is significant for women, especially women of color, who continue to be overlooked for leadership positions. ● The scholarship will be funded in part by Inforum as well as local businesses and individuals committed to gender balance in corporate leadership. ● Applicants are asked to write a 250-300 word essay describing their goals, leadership style, and how they believe the program will benefit them. ● Applications will be reviewed for fall and spring 2023 leadership programs. Scholarships will cover the majority of the program. The number of scholarships provided will be based upon funding available. ● Businesses can donate and applicants can now apply for the 2023 season at www.inforummichigan.org/scholarships. The questions covered in their conversation ● Explain the application process for the scholarship. ● How will applicants be chosen? How many applicants will receive the scholarship? ● What does the scholarship provide? ● Why was the Inforum Scholarship Program established? ● What are the short-term and long-term goals of the Inforum Scholarship Program? ● Discuss Inforum's Women's Leadership in Michigan Public Companies 2022 report which found that only 20% of Michigan public company executive officers are women and only 2.6% are women of color. ● How can businesses get involved? ● Discuss Inforum and its purpose. ● What are other ways Inforum is supporting the professional development of women? About Inforum: Inforum, with offices in Grand Rapids and Detroit, was founded in 1962 as the Women's Economic Club and works to change the landscape of women's leadership in Michigan by serving as a catalyst that removes barriers and increases opportunities for women. Through engaging programming, leadership development, and networking opportunities, Inforum creates a platform that helps women learn, lead, and make a difference in the community. » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCqNX… » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

Vic Verchereau welcomes Karin Hurt and David Dye, who are the founders of Let's Grow Leaders. "The truth is neither one of us set out to rid the world of cynical, dehumanizing leadership. We both just hit a point of such utter frustration that we started to blog". That's how Karin and David came together and they have been making a huge impact in the management/leadership world ever since! Long time friends of the show and after several appearances we got both together for a great round-table on basic tips and brilliant leadership concepts. They said, "We had witnessed too many examples of executives and managers destroying themselves and their teams with a win-at-all-cost mentality. Others were so focused on being liked by their teams (or pleasing their bosses) that they failed to speak up or hold people accountable". This is the leadership team you want to hear from and follow their concepts on creating extraordinary teams and business outcomes! Some of their articles are turning heads! (How to Build a High-Performing Team: 10 Vital Conversations) Vic Verchereau is excited to get this dynamic duo together and to hear what they have to say...you will too when you listen in on this edition of the Leadership Lowdown! » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCqNX… » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

Vic Verchereau welcomes Dean Rusch, who is the founder and owner of Rusch Entertainment. Dean Rusch brings years of industry experience—he's hosted more than 1,500 corporate events—and puts exciting twists on classic shows to maximize audience engagement. Take the dueling pianos show, for instance. The show is a hybrid of pianos as well as keyboards, drums, vocals and saxophones. Guests are invited to sing along and jump in with the band, Ceyx, which has been together since 1971. But there is so much more with this story! Dean has created Rusch Entertainment and helps connect business events and talented entertainers to make memories and fun creations! Dean has decades of experience and fun stories to share, listen in as Vic Verchereau and Dean review the business of fun and smiles. A real Mid-Michigan success and a story worth hearing! Turn up the volume and start tapping your feet! Dean Rusch is in the house! » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCqNX… » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

Tony Conley welcomes back Doug Adler, AAMS®, WMS, a Senior Vice President of Investments at Adler Wealth Management of Raymond James & Associates, with a three-part interview. Doug strives to ensure that all of his clients receive the best possible experience throughout the financial planning process. With over 25 years of industry experience, Doug has been appointed as Managing Director while also being a Branch Manager. Drawing on his many years of experience, he assists his clients with the unique financial challenges they face as they approach and during retirement. Focusing on overall financial management and the creation and protection of wealth, Doug assists business owners, managers, successful individuals and certain qualifying retirees with unique financial and retirement planning strategies. He is recognized as a skilled, reliable and caring financial professional. With his intelligent, discerning style, he is someone people are comfortable with and with whom they can share their concerns. Doug has earned the Accredited Asset Management Specialist, AAMS®, and Wealth Management Specialist, WMS, designations. He also holds a Series 24 (General Securities Principal). Series 7 (General Securities Representative Exam), 9/10 (General Securities Sales Supervisor), 63 (Uniform Securities Agent State) and 65 (Investment Advisor Representative) securities licenses and has two bachelor's degree in business from Central Michigan University where he played football on scholarship. Doug and his wife, Rene', have been blessed with three children; Sam, Danielle and Quinn. In his leisure time, Doug enjoys college sports, boating and time at the cottage. » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCqNX… » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/ Thank you to Benjamin Robinson and Motor City Skyline's music

Vic Verchereau welcomes Dr. Jihad Mustapha, who is the President and Chief Executive Officer of Advanced Cardiac & Vascular Centers. This is one of the more amazing stories we have ever shared on the leadership Lowdown. This is inspiring! Jihad Mustapha, MD, FACC, FSCAI, has held many academic and professional titles throughout his career, but the one he's most proud of is the simplest: “The Leg Saver.” A board-certified interventional cardiologist, Dr. Jihad Mustapha developed the notion early in his practice that a device to unblock arteries leading to the heart might be used to perform the same thing for legs. Dr. Jihad Mustapha performed his first peripheral vascular limb-salvage treatment more than a dozen years ago, preventing the amputation of the leg of a 52-year-old woman suffering from severe peripheral artery disease, or PAD. Today, Dr. Jihad Mustapha is recognized throughout the world as a pioneer for his groundbreaking work in critical limb ischemia, or CLI, which is marked by the severe obstruction of arteries drastically reducing blood flow to the extremities. Left untreated, CLI can result in amputations. He has authored numerous papers and teaches and speaks internationally on the topic. Dr. Jihad Mustapha's story is even more incredible considering that at just 15, he fled his war-torn homeland of Lebanon, landing alongside not a single friend or family member at JFK airport, with $80 to his name and little more than a single change of clothes. By the next day – despite knowing no English – he was hawking umbrellas and flowers on the streets of New York. He enrolled in night school to learn the language, lived with a sister to save money, and eventually moved to Michigan, where he worked at a restaurant cleaning toilets and busing tables. In time, Dr. Jihad Mustapha enrolled in college to become a physicist, but to honor the memory of a brother who died before realizing his own dream of becoming a doctor, switched gears and entered the pre-med program at Wayne State University. He later earned his medical degree from St. George University School of Medicine in Grenada.  From the most humble and unlikely beginnings, this story is one of perseverance, courage and dedication to finding a pathway to extraordinary success. Dial up this edition of the Leadership Lowdown! You will be inspired! » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCqNX… » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

Tony Conley welcomes Kerry Ebersole Singh EVP, Chief Talent Solutions & Engagement Officer, for MEDC, the Michigan Economic Development Corporation. Their discussions revolve around talent and solutions for that issue in Michigan. CURRENT FOCUS As the Chief Talent Solutions & Engagement Officer, Kerry leads MEDC's strategic focus of developing high-wage skills growth by working with businesses, higher education institutions and communities to better attract, retain and cultivate the talent critical to growing the state's economy. PROFESSIONAL BACKGROUND Prior to serving at MEDC, Kerry was Director of the Office of Sixty by 30 in the Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity (LEO), where she established the office. During her time as Director, Kerry launched two instrumental programs, Futures for Frontliners and MI Reconnect, which aim to create a more talented workforce by providing a tuition-free path for Michiganders pursuing in-demand certificates or associate degrees. In this capacity, she also served as the Chair of the MI STEM Council, designed to improve and promote innovation and collaboration in STEM education and prepare students for careers in science, technology, engineering and mathematics. She also served as the lead staff supporting the state's Workforce Development Board, helping to create a comprehensive, accessible and successful workforce development system. In conjunction with Kerry's time at LEO, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer in 2021 tapped her to lead the Protect Michigan Commission's community engagement strategy, which aimed to educate residents on the safety and effectiveness of the COVID-19 vaccines. Before she returned to state government by leading the Be Counted 2020 Census effort on behalf of Gov. Whitmer, Kerry operated her own independent consulting firm, serving a variety of clients across business, nonprofit and philanthropic sectors. She has experience creating and developing strategy for a variety of national, state and local government programs and advocacy campaigns, as well as nonprofit social organizations and causes. Kerry began her career 25 years ago in Michigan's competitive political and legislative arena. As a former chief of staff to Barbara Farrah, a legislative liaison for the Department of Information Technology and constituent relations staff in the House of Representatives, Kerry has proved time and again to be a multisector professional adept at leading solutions around critical issues facing Michigan. EDUCATION/PERSONAL Kerry is a graduate of Michigan State University, with a degree in political theory and constitutional democracy. » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCqNX… » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/ Thank you to Benjamin Robinson and Motor City Skyline's music

Tony Conley welcomes Michael Van Beek, who is director of research for the Mackinac Center for Public Policy. He joined the Mackinac Center in June 2009 as director of education policy. He has authored several studies for the Center as well as analysis and commentaries that have been published in The Wall Street Journal, National Review, The Hill, The Detroit News, the Detroit Free Press, and elsewhere. Van Beek obtained his graduate degree in history from Purdue University and his undergraduate degree from Hope College. He lives in Midland, Mich., with his wife and three children. His favorite color is orange. » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCqNX… » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/ Thank you to Benjamin Robinson and Motor City Skyline's music

Jeffrey Mosher welcomes back Alexander S. Rusek, Senior Attorney, Foster Swift Collins & Smith PC, Lansing, MI, to the 'Michigan Business Beat'. An article he just did: Expungement Process for Convictions in Michigan | Six Steps to a Fresh Start: Foster Swift What is “expunging” or “setting aside” a conviction? Why is it important for an individual to have a criminal conviction expunged? What kind of convictions are expungable and how can I find out if I am eligible to have a criminal conviction expunged? What are some of the steps to the expungement process? What resources are available and where can I find more information? » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCqNX… » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

Vic Verchereau welcomes Neal Check, who is the founder of SoundCheck Inc. Vic also welcomes Dawn Check, who is the business manager and integrator for SoundCheck Inc. SoundCheck Inc. was founded by Neal Check after twenty-five years in the low voltage industry. The goal at SoundCheck is to make the confusing world of consumer electronics, easy to understand, and affordable to everyone. They specialize in seamless integration of audio, video, lighting, temperature, shading, and security. His wife Dawn plays a vital role as the business Manager and Integrator for the business. They both join the Leadership Lowdown and share the triumphs and challenges of building this dynamic organization. Technology changes rapidly so it is important to consider a company that understands the constantly evolving world of consumer electronics and how to tailor installations to meet present and future needs. This innovative and cutting edge organization has some great experienced leaders at the helm and they share some amazing stories about their journey! Turn up this edition of the Leadership Lowdown! » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCqNX… » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

Jeffrey Mosher welcomes David Haddad Chair, MiFIA = Michigan Film Industry Association, David and the Association is the EDGE Partnerships November 2022 Spotlight Interview of the Month. Where are you based out of, and please tell us about your mission? Have you been able to serve as a strong collective voice to address common issues in business circles and government offices? Speaking of government offices, the main reason we are having you on today is that we found out The Bipartisan Michigan Film Incentive bills are now in House and Senate committees in Lansing, tell us about those? How can your members and the broader concerned or connected business community help get the bills passed? How do they TAKE ACTION? Is there a website? They have legislation in the state House and Senate they hope to move after Election. Pro-jobs, pro-economy bills to create a film incentive in MI. 40+ other states have them, and MI is losing talent and money by not doing so yet/currently. » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCqNX… » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

Jeffrey Mosher welcomes Sarah Jennings, CPA, CFE, CAE, Principal, Director, Community Engagement Director, Maner Costerisan, Lansing, MI. Sarah, please tell the Michigan business community about Maner Costerisan, including its footprint, services provided, industries served, etc. What distinguishes Maner Costerisan from other Michigan-based accounting firms, particularly “The Big Four”? As part of Maner Costerisan's annual Day of Impact, Maner team members recently volunteered at the Lansing Area Food Bank, in Bath, MI. Tell us a little more about the annual Maner Costerisan Cares Day of Impact and why the firm does it every year. Where else did Maner team members volunteer on Nov. 3? How were those nonprofits chosen? Do they vary from year to year? Is this event, as well as the philanthropic component, part of your overall corporate culture? What have been some recent highlights for Maner Costerisan? Is there anything the business community should know about before the end of this year? » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCqNX… » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

Tony Conley welcomes Todd McCracken, President, and CEO, NSBA, the National Small Business Association. In this 3 part episode, Todd covers business issues that the NSBA is watching out for in Washington DC, He focuses on the Corporate Transparency Act. Todd McCracken currently serves as President of NSBA, directing all activities of the advocacy-oriented association since 1997, previously serving as vice president of government affairs since he joined our staff in 1988. Todd represents NSBA before the U.S. Congress and myriad other settings. As director of its government affairs arm, he plays a key role in developing NSBA's policies on issues and the strategies in implementing them. Since coming to the association, Todd has testified before Congress numerous times about issues ranging from fundamental health care reform, to restructuring the tax code. Todd also is a frequent commentator in the media, having appeared on CNN, CNBC, Fox News Channel, MSNBC, and NBC Nightly News as well as in the Financial Times, The Wall Street Journal, The Washington Post, The New York Times, and myriad other publications on behalf of NSBA and its members. A native of New Mexico, Todd is a graduate of Trinity University in San Antonio, Texas, with a B.A. in Economics. » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCqNX… » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/ Thank you to Benjamin Robinson and Motor City Skyline's music

Jeffrey Mosher welcomes back Becky Puckett-Wood, Vice President, Corporate & Member Engagement, Inforum Michigan. This time she's focused on Inforum's Capstone Event • Inforum will host its annual Capstone dinner on Thursday, November 10th, from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at the JW Marriott. • This year's event will feature keynote speaker Michelle Li, award-winning anchor and reporter for NBC affiliate KSDK in St. Louis and co-founder of the Very Asian Foundation. o Li has appeared on CNN, NBC, CBS, ABC, and in The Washington Post. o In 2022, she was a guest on the “Ellen DeGeneres Show” after a viewer asked her to “keep her Korean to herself” which Li has since used as an opportunity to foster conversations around cultural diversity on a national level. • Jennifer Pascua, Marketing Director at Broadway Grand Rapids, will moderate the discussion. • Inforum's annual Capstone event highlights female leaders and provides the opportunity to build and strengthen professional networks. • Amway is Premier Sponsor for the event. Other supporters include Presenting Sponsor Meijer, Leadership Sponsors Spectrum Health and UPS, Supporting Sponsor Gentex Corporation, Business Booster Sponsor Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, DEI Sponsor Frey Foundation, Media Sponsor 8THIRTYFOUR Integrated Communications, and In-Kind Sponsor JW Marriott, Grand Rapids. • Tickets are $75 for members, $100 for non-members and guests, and $1,300 for a table sponsorship. For more information or to register for the November 10th event, visit www.inforummichigan.org. Covered in their discussion: • What is the Inforum Capstone event? What can attendees expect? • Who is the keynote speaker? • Discuss the keynote speaker's (Michelle Li) background and focus. • Who are the Capstone event sponsors? • Discuss ticket details. • Discuss Inforum and its purpose. • How does Inforum engage with its members and the community? About Inforum: Inforum, with offices in Grand Rapids and Detroit, was founded in 1962 as the Women's Economic Club and works to change the landscape of women's leadership in Michigan by serving as a catalyst that removes barriers and increases opportunities for women. Through engaging programming, leadership development, and networking opportunities, Inforum creates a platform that helps women learn, lead, and make a difference in the community.

Vic Verchereau welcomes Greg Kampe, who is the men's basketball head coach at Oakland University. Greg Kampe enters his 39th season at the helm of Oakland's men's basketball program. In the 2020-21 season, Kampe led the Golden Grizzlies to the No. 3 seed in the Horizon League tournament and their first-ever trip to the championship game since joining the conference in 2014. Under Kampe's tutelage, junior point guard Jalen Moore became the seventh Golden Grizzly since 2009 to lead the nation in a statistical category with 8.4 assists per game. Oakland came away with 10 League victories in an unprecedented year of collegiate sports due to the COVID-19 pandemic, which marked the 13th time in the last 15 seasons with double-digit wins in conference play, the best among Michigan Division I schools. It was a milestone year for Kampe in 2017-18 as he was inducted into the Michigan Sports Hall of Fame on Sept. 15, 2017. Among the 2017 class included Jalen Rose, Jim Leyland, Dennis Rodman and Andre Rison. He also earned his 600th career win, becoming the 15th active Division I coach to reach the milestone. That kind of success and longevity demands that the Leadership Lowdown gets Coach Kampe to share his thoughts on his legendary career and all that he has learned along the way (even his steps down the yellow brick road!). Listen in and catch a little of NCAA history! » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCqNX… » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

Jeffrey Mosher welcomes back Mark Ostach - Digital Wellness Expert from Metro Detroit - Beverly Hills, MI. who works with Fortune 500 companies, entrepreneurs, and nonprofit organizations across the state and US Lack of Social Connection Puts Our Health at Risk Connection & Belonging is More Important than We Thought According to National Digital Wellness Expert Social connection took a backseat during the pandemic. Two and a half years later, we're still dealing with the fallout. More employees are disengaged not only in the workplace but also on the home front. Gallup reports the ratio of engaged to actively disengaged workers is at the lowest level in a decade and that half of the U.S. workforce is allegedly Quiet Quitting — that is, doing only what they are required to do and no more. Research shows disengaged employees not only perform poorly but are more likely to struggle with health issues such as anxiety, depression, substance abuse, complacency, and stress. “By neglecting our need for social connection, we put our health at risk,” said Mark Ostach, a national digital wellness & human connection expert. “Social connection is a critical area as we advance the hybrid workplace and our understanding of what makes us healthy.” In 2022, the World Health Organization changed its definition of health? by the addition of social well-being to “ health is a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease”. “We found employees during the pandemic lockdowns felt isolated, disengaged and depressed,” said Ostach. “Social connection has shown to lower anxiety and depression and actually improve our immune systems.” Tell us about the New Book and your three-part series: Through, a variety of outlets, including his new book “If You Really Knew Me, The Secret to creating a culture of Connection & Belonging” and a three-part series on how to find freedom in your digital day, Ostach's goal is to restore energy and focus to organizations battling modern life's non-stop pace and growing sense of disconnection. Ostach suggests using the BELL method, an acronym representing Belonging, Empathy, Listening and Love, as a framework to foster connection and belonging at work and home, and within our communities Ostach's book features a range of people who courageously open their hearts, all of which are intended to highlight our need for social connection and belonging. Using the prompt, “If you really knew me.. . ” each person reminds us that we have more in common than our LinkedIn profiles and the zip codes we live in. Osach said “If You Really Knew Me' is an icebreaker on steroids. “It will take time for employees to be connected beyond the surface. The exercise sparks vulnerability and gets people to foster a better sense of social connectedness right out of the gate. Finding ways to foster a culture of social connection will help people better handle stress in improving their overall health. “ Ostach Can Discuss the following Potential Topics: Digital Wellness ● Find freedom in your digital day ● Setting boundaries with your social media ● How to unplug for a day Wellbeing ● How to deal with Daylights Saving Time ● Tips to Prevent the Winter Blues ● Easing Anxiety for back to office return ● Importance of Gratitude Work Culture ● Ways to foster mental wellness at work ● Two Simple Questions to help curb Quiet Quitting ● Tips to keep employees engaged in virtual meeting ● Offering Grace to Stop the Workplace Revolving Door https://www.markostach.com/

Vic Verchereau welcomes Julie Winkle Giulioni, who is the co-author of the book Promotions Are So Yesterday: Redefine Career Development. Help Employees Thrive and co-founder and principal of DesignArounds. Julie Winkle Giulioni is a champion for workplace growth and development and helps executives and leaders optimize talent and potential within their organizations. One of Inc. Magazine's Top 100 speakers, she's the author of Promotions Are So Yesterday: Redefine Career Development. Help Employees Thrive and the co-author of the international bestseller, Help Them Grow or Watch Them Go: Career Conversations Organizations Need and Employees Want, translated into seven languages. Julie is a regular columnist for Training Industry Magazine and SmartBrief and contributes articles on leadership, career development, and workplace trends to numerous publications including The Economist. Vic welcomes Julie to the Leadership Lowdown for a fun and meaningful Conversation about leadership, careers and personal growth! Listen in! » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCqNX… » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

Faces of Manufacturing is a new show to Michigan Business Network. Cindy Kangas, Executive Director, CAMC, Capital Area Manufacturing Council, Lansing, Michigan, co-hosts with Joy Wagner, HR Manager of Granger Waste Services, also Lansing. Cindy and Joy strive to share the corporate culture, personal stories, and unique personalities of those making a living in manufacturing today, in Michigan. With that in mind, this month they connected with some members from Eckhart. For 60 years Eckhart has transformed industry. Their turnkey manufacturing solutions have been enhancing the safety of operators, improving the reliability of production lines, and achieving the highest quality standards since 1958. Cindy and Joy chat with Jeff Chu - Director, Factory of the Future Services; Travis Turner - Applications Director, and Scout Sparks, Senior Human Resources Manager. » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCqNX… » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

Jeffrey Mosher welcomes back Trevor Keyes, Bay Future Inc. Bay City, MI. Bay Future, Inc. to the Michigan Business Beat Highlights from the summer and what to look forward to this fall with Bay Future. · Bay Future worked to put together a $2 million proposal of American Rescue Plan Act Funds that was approved earlier this year by the Bay County Board of Commissioners. You mentioned this proposal when we spoke in the Spring, can you give us an update on that proposal and the initiatives a part of it? · Since we last spoke in the Spring, were there any events that happened over the Summer that we might have missed? · Speaking of development, is anything new going on in Bay County? » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCqNX… » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

Tony Conley welcomes Andy Balaskovitz, who works as a Managing Editor at MiBiz, which is a Media & Internet company with an estimated 14 employees; and founded in 1988., their management level is Manager. In this discussion, they review MiBiz and then review the energy sector. Andy graduated from Michigan State University in 2009 and is currently based in Grand Rapids, United States. They used to work at Energy News Network and Michigan State University and have used the following emails: @mibiz.com, @lansingcitypulse.com, @msu.edu. Follow Andy Balaskovitz on LinkedIn, Twitter to get to know them better. » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCqNX… » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/ Thank you to Benjamin Robinson and Motor City Skyline's music

Tony Conley welcomes back James David Dickson Managing Editor of Michigan Capitol Confidential. Their discussion covered the Michigan Governor's race in its final month, and some concerning big spending occurring around Michigan and how that happens. James David Dickson is the managing editor of Michigan Capitol Confidential, a daily news site of the Mackinac Center for Public Policy. Dickson grew up in Inkster and now hails from Ferndale. After starting his career in 2007-2008 with a one-year fellowship at The American Spectator, Dickson then had stops at The Detroit News and two newspapers in Ann Arbor. He returned to the Detroit News in 2012, and stayed for a decade. While attending the University of Michigan, Dickson was editor-in-chief of The Michigan Review, a columnist for the Michigan Daily, and an Angell Scholar. He can be reached at dickson@mackinac.org. James David Dickson may be reached at dickson@mackinac.org. » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCqNX… » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/ Thank you to Benjamin Robinson and Motor City Skyline's music

Vic Verchereau welcomes Matthew ‘Mojo' Lersch, who is a radio host on Townsquare Media Classic Rock 94.9 WMMQ. After three years out of radio, Matthew ‘Mojo' Lersch has returned to Lansing MI radio as afternoon host on Townsquare Media Classic Rock 94.9 WMMQ. Lersch previously spent twenty three years at the Rubber City Radio Group turned Midwest Communications cluster first at Alternative “92.1 The Edge” WWDX as evening and morning host followed by sixteen years at Rock “Q106” WJXQ where he would rise to Program Director until his exit in 2019. Mojo's journey on the air is filled with great success, but his personal journey is a story of triumph and lifting himself from some of his darkest days! Tune in to this interview where we celebrate Mojo's fantastic return from the most difficult valleys he could ever have imagined. He shares these emotional stories to help others....Believe in themselves! » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCqNX… » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

Tony welcomes Kara E. Beer, President, Battle Creek Area Chamber of Commerce, Battle Creek, MI Serving as President of the Battle Creek Area Chamber of Commerce and the Battle Creek Area Chamber Foundation since June 2011. In this position, she is responsible for the overall administration, vision, and leadership of this 600 + membership organization and staff of 5. » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCqNX… » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/ Thank you to Benjamin Robinson and Motor City Skyline's music

Tony Conley welcomes back Patrick De Haan, who started with GasBuddy in 2009. Patrick is welcomed back for another interview, in light of the recent continued hikes in gas prices at the pump, They had gone down below $4 per gallon in Michigan, but are now back up, WHY? Patrick shares with Tony what perceptions are right, wrong, and where things are going. Patrick has analyzed and tracked oil markets and fuel prices for nearly two decades. A graduate of DePaul University, Patrick has a degree in Business Economics and has concentrated on downstream oil markets, including crude oil, gasoline, diesel, and jet fuel since 2005, when Patrick and a professor at Grand Valley State University launched a blog in that shared oil market insights and predicted gas price movements. With a solid foundation, Patrick went to work with GasBuddy, a fuel-price tracking service, providing expertise for millions of users. Since then, he has provided regular commentary to U.S. News and World Report and is often quoted during gas price gyrations and fuel disruptions by almost all U.S. and international media outlets. » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCqNX… » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/ Thank you to Benjamin Robinson and Motor City Skyline's music

Jeffrey Mosher welcomes back Amy Acton, Executive Director, Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors, Grand Rapids, MI Reimagined World Burn Congress · Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors, the leading national nonprofit supporting burn survivors, announces the return of its foundational event, Phoenix World Burn Congress. · An official date and location for the long-anticipated 2023 event will be announced on Tuesday, October 25th, 2022, at noon EST. · Since its inception, the event has transformed into an annual international conference that provides education, support programs, and comprehensive resources to support and increase knowledge of burn recovery. · Phoenix Society's survey of over 500 respondents shared overwhelming findings that burn survivors and families, healthcare providers, foundations, and corporate partners prefer a longer, 4-day national event over any other option (national, regional, virtual). · Since 1985, over 20,000 people have attended Phoenix WBC, providing the healing power of connection, many survivors having never seen another burn survivor before. About Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors: In the U.S., 40,000 people are hospitalized with burn injuries each year. Burn survivors and their loved ones face a lifelong journey of physical, emotional, and social recovery. Connecting with others who have walked a similar path is essential to optimal recovery and social reintegration. Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors is the leading national non-profit dedicated to empowering burn survivors and their families at all points of recovery. Since 1977, Phoenix Society has worked with survivors, families, healthcare professionals, and first responders to support burn recovery, improve the quality of burn care, and prevent burn injuries. For more information, visit www.phoenix-society.org.

Chris Holman welcomes Alexander S. Rusek, Senior Attorney, Foster Swift, Lansing, but serving 6 offices across Michigan. Alex, welcome to Foster Swift, what has been your career path up to now? You have joined Foster Swift as a Senior Attorney in the general litigation practice group, can you tell us a little about your practice areas? What kind of experience do you bring to Foster Swift? What are you most excited about in your new role with Foster Swift? » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCqNX… » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

Chris Holman welcomes back David Emmel, President, NLEA, Northern Lakes Economic Alliance, Boyne City, MI. Dave, remind the Michigan business community about NLEA? 3rd Quarter (Summer of '22) review, David what were the highlights? What is on tap for the rest of this year? Anything else you care to share at this point? » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCqNX… » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

Vic Verchereau welcomes Mike Sullivan, who is the founder of Make the Turn Marketing and co-founder of Metro Detroit Golfers. The Metro Detroit Golfers community was established in the spring of 2020 as part of a growing movement in Michigan centered around the game of golf. The goal was to take the huge appetite for golf and create a social media community around it. With interest growing, and golf evolving as a sport, MDG welcomes golfers of all skill levels, encouraging a community of golf discussion and fun, all while showcasing the plethora of great courses filtered across the state of Michigan. We caught up with the founder of Make the Turn Marketing, Mike Sullivan who has helped bring the Metro Detroit Golfers community together. Today over 50,000 supporters engage with the organization. Take a few minutes to engage with this edition of the Michigan Corners and hear about the trends and news in one of Michigan's most important industry segments! Listen in as Vic Verchereau hears all about Michigan's vast amount of breath-taking golf courses, charity events, marketing, and more! » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCqNX… » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

Jeffrey Mosher welcomes Joel Chery, Director, Merrill Lynch Wealth Management Market Executive, Merrill Lynch, Farmington Hills, Michigan. Their topic of discussion: Being Financially Prepared for a Disaster (tie-in to National Preparedness Month) When disaster-proofing your finances, what's the first thing you should do? How should you protect important documents? How should people plan in terms of their insurance? How much cash should you have on hand? How should you go about getting your family involved/prepared for a financial emergency? » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCqNX… » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

Jeffrey Mosher welcomes Luke LaHaie, Co-Founder / Co-CEO, NEWITY. Luke's hometown, Cheboygan, MI We wanted to have you on as NEWITY was among those at this summer's Great Lakes Lenders Conference. 1. Does NEWITY currently support Michigan small businesses? 2. With PPP behind us, how does NEWITY help Michigan businesses now? 3. Why is the SBA's 7(a) program beneficial for small businesses? 4. Are there other members of the Michigan community that NEWITY supports? 5. How can Michigan businesses find NEWITY? PPP Pioneer for America's Small Business Owners, Servicing a Total of $11.3 Billion in Loans which Helped over 115,000 Businesses & 1.2 Million Employees. Luke LaHaie launched NEWITY with a drive to provide small businesses better support, guided by years of diverse industry experience – including expertise in commercial lending, transaction advisory, audit, tax, and lender services. As Co-Founder / Co-CEO, Luke leads all facets of the business from loan originations and investment strategy to portfolio management and partner network expansion. His leadership fuels the growth of NEWITY's market, in service of the American entrepreneur. Extensive Finance, Consulting, and Accounting Industry Experience Supporting American Small Businesses Luke LaHaie was the managing director at a private debt fund, overseeing portfolio management, credit analysis/underwriting, investment committee presentation, investor relations, and new business development. He also focused on a wide variety of industries, delivering transaction advisory and lender-based services at RedRidge and PriceWaterhouseCoopers. Luke holds a master's degree in Accountancy from the University of Notre Dame and a bachelor's degree in Finance from Michigan State University. He is a Certified Public Accountant registered in both Illinois and Michigan, and a CFA® Charterholder. » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCqNX… » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

Jeffrey Mosher welcomes back Paul Elam to the Michigan Business Beat. Paul is currently MPHI's Advance Peace spokesperson/ local operator and, Chief Strategy Officer Welcome back to the Michigan Business Beat. So,... yesterday (9/22/22), at the Schmidt Community Center, in Lansing -- Ingham County Health Department Health Officer Linda Vail joined you and Lansing Mayor Andy Schor. Tell me about the Advance Peace initiative. What is the next phase? What is the goal of the initiative? Explain cyclical and retaliatory gun violence, how is this a public health issue? Anything else you'd like to share? » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCqNX… » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

Jeffrey Mosher welcomes Kelli Ellsworth Etchison, Chief Marketing Officer, and Chief Diversity Officer, LAFCU, for a pair of interviews. In their second conversation Jeffrey looks to find out: LAFCU/Quality Dairy Questions · LAFCU partnered with Quality Dairy to make LAFCU ATMs available in all 27 Quality Dairy Stores. This is a big deal for two iconic Greater Lansing businesses. o How did that partnership start and what's the deal with the cows? · You just held a ribbon-cutting ceremony and three ‘Spot the Savings' events at Quality Dairy stores to celebrate the partnership between QD and LAFCU. o Can you tell me a bit more about those events? · How does this partnership help Quality Dairy customers and LAFCU members? · How can people get more information about the LAFCU loyalty card and other special savings at QD? » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCqNX… » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

Jeffrey Mosher welcomes Kelli Ellsworth Etchison, Chief Marketing Officer, and Chief Diversity Officer, LAFCU, for a pair of interviews. In their first conversation, they cover the LAFCU HQ ribbon-cutting. LAFCU HQ Lobby Questions: · LAFCU just completed a significant renovation to the lobby of its headquarters at Marketplace Blvd. in Lansing. Congrats! o Tell me why you updated the space and how it will help LAFCU members. o What other businesses did you partner with to complete the renovation? · I was at the ribbon-cutting event LAFCU recently had first please review some of the honored guests who were on hand that day? A highlight inside was the wonderful LAFCU history wall. Tell me about that. » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCqNX… » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

Jeffrey Mosher welcomes Betty J. Sanford, MA, LMSW, Advisor Emerita, MSU, East Lansing, MI. Betty, can you share your career trajectory leading up to your current role as Advisor Emerita with Michigan State University East Lansing, Michigan? What should the business community across Michigan know about these services? Betty, we understand you have a heart for youth and philanthropy across the community, what groups are you involved with? » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCqNX… » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

Jeffrey Mosher welcomes Joe Agostinelli, CEcD, Founder, Managing Director, Michigan Growth Advisors, Joe welcome and please share a bit about your career path to this current role. Miller Johnson serving clients in Detroit, Grand Rapids and Kalamazoo, how was Michigan Growth Advisors developed by them, by you, what's that story. So please go a little further into the plans and services of this new venture. With that name service territory planning to be statewide? Anything else we should know at this time regarding Michigan Growth Advisors? MILLER JOHNSON LAUNCHES MICHIGAN GROWTH ADVISORS Joe Agostinelli to lead group as managing director GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., Sept. 7, 2022 – Miller Johnson, a leading Michigan-based law firm, has announced a new subsidiary, Michigan Growth Advisors, which delivers meaningful economic incentive solutions and thought leadership for corporate expansion and commercial real estate developers available through local, state, and federal programs. Led by statewide known economic development expert, Joe Agostinelli, Michigan Growth Advisors provides a robust, collaborative approach to incentive procurement. Both new and existing Miller Johnson clients have access to Michigan Growth Advisors' array of services. » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCqNX… » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

Jeffrey Mosher welcomes Alissa Roath, Executive Director, National Advanced Mobility Consortium (NAMC), Ann Arbor, MI First please share about the scope of services from NAMC. Tell me about Expanding the Team, starting with two experts? ● We recently added two experts on military technology—Retired Colonel Warren Sponsler, who brings over 26 years of Military experience, and Staff Sergeant Dr. Matthew Foglesong, a Marine Corp veteran with over 14 years of service. What will their focus be? ● The focus of both positions will be to evaluate NAMC members' technologies for the defense space with the hope of getting the technology fielded. Growth and Communication those are crucial and being addressed. ● Warren Sponsler (COL-R), joins NAMC as their Senior Director of Strategic Growth and Communications. He will oversee NAMC's strategic communications, ensuring the organization's role as an enabler of successful acquisitions for the Government is clear and understood. Strategies are being focused on as well? ● Staff Sergeant Dr. Matthew Foglesong joins NAMC as their Director of Technology. Foglesong's experience in writing strategies and the employment of technologies will elevate members' technologies in the defense space. As a previous Government customer of NAMC's, Dr. Foglesong has seen the impact that NAMC has had on successful acquisitions firsthand. Tell us a bit more of that history of retaining mission-focused individuals? ● NAMC has a history of retaining mission-focused individuals. Sponsler and Foglesong will join Executive Director Alissa Roath and other long-term staff members, Andy Dallas, Deputy Executive Director, founding industry partner, previous member and past President of the Board of Directors, and Ashley Snider, Business Administration Director. Foglesong Military & Work Experience • Foglesong is a Marine Corps veteran, having served 14 years as a Reconnaissance Marine, finishing his USMC career as the Marine Corps Warfighting Laboratory, Science and Technology Division Ground Combat Element Chief and Robotics Branch Chief, and advisor to the Secretary of the Navy on autonomous systems development and integration. • Upon leaving the Marine Corps, he served as the Defense Technical Fellow at Pratt Miller Engineering, where he focused on future combat systems development and integration, leading efforts for the Optionally Manned Fighting Vehicle (OMFV), Robotic Combat Vehicle-Light (RCV-L), and Optionally Manned Tank Virtual Prototype (OMT ViPr). Sponsler Military & Work Experience • Sponsler has 26+ years in commissioned service leading units and organizations around the world in both combat and peacetime. Sponsler has completed multiple U.S. and overseas tours with experience in Bosnia and Kuwait, in addition to three combat deployments to Iraq between 2003 and 2011. He also served as both the Senior Live Fire Trainer and Senior Brigade Combat Team Trainer at the Army's National Training Center in Fort Irwin, California. • His Army career culminated as the Deputy Director and Chief of Staff for the U.S. Army Futures Command's Next Generation Combat Vehicle Cross Functional Team at the Detroit Arsenal in Michigan. About NAMC • The National Advanced Mobility Consortium (NAMC) provides professional opportunities and connections that result in cutting-edge technology for the United States Military. As one of the longest-serving Department of Defense (DoD) consortiums and a non-profit organization, NAMC acts as a bridge between the DoD and the member organizations that can complete high-priority government projects. Through research, development, prototyping, and production, NAMC members work towards one central goal: creating innovative technology to support the people on our front lines. Every day, NAMC empowers members to revolutionize military technology and change the course of history.

Jeffrey Mosher welcomes back Michelle Lantz CEO, Greater Lansing Food Bank, Lansing, MI, Greater Lansing Food Bank Joins Feeding America's Hunger Action Month Campaign Welcome back Michelle, remind the Michigan business community about your Food Bank and the footprint your organization covers. So, Feeding America, what is their story? I understand this month marks the 15th year Feeding America has a special campaign happening. Hunger Action Month, how can businesses and the community get involved? Anything else we should know at this time?

Vic Verchereau welcomes Ashlee Willis, who is the Founder and CEO of Michigan Premier Events. Michigan Premier Events is an association, corporate, and Government event management company managing events in Lansing, Grand Rapids and Detroit. Willis partners with associations & corporations by developing programs and events locally, statewide and nationally to enhance both their members, clients and the Mid Michigan business community. Willis strives to embrace innovative and unconventional techniques by concept developments, logistics and strategy and for events and programming departments. Willis has over 10 years of experience in developing and managing corporate events, programs and meetings in Michigan. Join us for this edition of the Michigan Corners and for tips on great event success! Hear some of the details required to do things right! Making events their best and meaningful is what Michigan Premier Events is all about! Listen in as Vic Verchereau hears all about company growth and adapting of Michigan Premier Events and how they help companies with their important events! » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCqNX… » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

Tony Conley welcomes Bo Garcia is Dean of the Community Education and Workforce Development Division at Lansing Community College. He manages Corporate Training, Small Business Development, Community Education, Continuing Education, and Extension Centers. Formerly, Bo was Executive Director of the Business & Community Institute at LCC, where he was charged with creating business and workforce development initiatives between LCC and regional employers. Bo also authored "Business Matters" a weekly business column in the Lansing State Journal for over five years, he has been published in Entrepreneur Magazine and numerous other business publications, and presents on various business issues regionally. He holds a Master of Business Administration from Northwood University, a Master of Public Administration from Western Michigan University, and a Bachelor of Arts from Michigan State University. But most importantly, Bo is married to his wonderful wife Renee and loves spending time with is amazing 19 year old daughter Annie. » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCqNX… » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/ Thank you to Benjamin Robinson and Motor City Skyline's music

Tony Conley welcomes Rick Snyder, business executive, venture capitalist, attorney, accountant, and politician who served as the 48th governor of Michigan from 2011 to 2019. Snyder previously served as the chairman of the board of Gateway from 2005 to 2007. He co-founded Ardesta, LLC, a venture capital firm, and HealthMedia, Inc., a digital health coaching company, both based in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Snyder was considered a possible Republican Party candidate for Vice President of the United States in 2012, although ultimately Paul Ryan was selected. Snyder then ran for and won re-election as Governor of Michigan in 2014. Snyder was term-limited and could not seek re-election in 2018. He was succeeded by current governor Gretchen Whitmer. Snyder has recently teamed up with his former state CIO David Behen to start a cybersecurity company. Snyder has taken on the role of CEO at the new firm SensCy, based in Ann Arbor, Mich. Behen, who led the state's Department of Technology, Management and Budget during Snyder's governorship, is the chief client success officer. The company is focused specifically on small and medium-sized organizations, offering consultation-type services including security assessments, improvement plans, policy writing, the creation of incident response plans, vulnerability scans, and other types of monitoring. It also advertises a “personalized concierge service” where a dedicated cyber professional works with individual customers. » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCqNX… » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/ Thank you to Benjamin Robinson and Motor City Skyline's music