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This week's guest is Dr. Jason Miller, Professor and Head of the Supply Chain Management Department at Michigan State University's Eli Broad College of Business.  This is Jason's 4th time on the Freightvine podcast -  we last had him on the podcast about two years ago when we were one year into what is now called the rate trough.  Jason discusses this and how the market was expected to have rebounded by now, but the spate of tariffs has definitely had an impact.   In our conversation we discuss tariffs both conceptually and in practice.  We also look back at the past several truckload business cycles and discuss what the next cycle might look like.  

On this episode of Deans Counsel (originally published on 29 March 2024), moderators Jim Ellis and Dave Ikenberry speak with Sanjay Gupta, currently a Professor of Accounting and Information Systems. Most recently, he served as the Eli and Edythe L. Broad Dean, the 11th Dean of the Eli Broad College of Business at Michigan State University from 2015 to 2022.During his tenure as dean, Professor Gupta led the Broad College to redefine itself through two comprehensive strategic plans, aligning with the university's core values and guiding the college's work to become a top-of-mind business school.In this discussion, Professor Gupta shares with Jim and Dave several of the successful strategies he undertook at Broad, and illustrates how they can be expanded upon and adapted by other business schools. Key topics include:• Strategically leveraging advisory boards  • Effectively structuring advisory board meetings • Integrating board, philanthropy and alumni events• Shaping advisory board membership• The Why and How of forming an International advisory Board  Learn more about Sanjay Gupta.Comments/criticism/suggestions/feedback? We'd love to hear it. Drop us a note.Thanks for listening.-Produced by Joel Davis at Analog Digital Arts--DEANS COUNSEL: A podcast for deans and academic leadership.James Ellis | Moderator | Dean of the Marshall School of Business at the University of Southern California (2007-2019)David Ikenberry | Moderator | Dean of the Leeds School of Business at the University of Colorado-Boulder (2011-2016)Ken Kring | Moderator | Co-Managing Director, Global Education Practice and Senior Client Partner at Korn FerryDeansCounsel.com

Dr. Forrest Morgeson, Interim Chairperson of the Marketing Department, Associate Professor in the Department of Marketing at Michigan State University, and former Director of Research at the American Customer Satisfaction Index (ACSI). With over two decades of rigorous research and numerous publications in top marketing journals, Dr. Morgeson shares his deep insights into the cyclical relationship between customer satisfaction and the economy. Discover how economic fluctuations, global events, and energy prices intricately affect customer contentment, and why satisfaction decreased pre-COVID only to rebound post-pandemic. Dr. Morgeson provides a critical analysis of the Biden administration's efforts to enhance citizen satisfaction through executive orders, exploring the complexities that set governmental services apart from the private sector. Join the discussion on common misconceptions, the importance of correlating customer satisfaction with ROI, and the challenges businesses face in capturing accurate data on satisfaction and churn. Learn why optimizing, rather than maximizing, customer experience is key to outpacing competitors, and what strategies can improve satisfaction and earnings across different industries. Tune in as Dr. Morgeson shares practical advice for business leaders and reflects on his own career journey, providing valuable nuggets of wisdom for anyone interested in customer experience and satisfaction metrics. Don't miss this opportunity to gain expert knowledge from a leading authority in the field. Subscribe to the Delighted Customers Podcast on Apple, Spotify, and Amazon Music, and leave a five-star review to help us spread the word. New episodes drop every Thursday! For more information on the topics discussed, visit the Michigan State University's marketing department website.   Meet Dr. Morgeson Forrest V. Morgeson III is Associate Professor in the Department of Marketing, Eli Broad College of Business, Michigan State University. He also serves as the Co-Director of the Doctoral Program in Marketing. Dr. Morgeson teaches marketing management, marketing strategy, and marketing research courses to graduate students. Dr. Morgeson's past position was Director of Research at the American Customer Satisfaction Index (ACSI), where he managed ACSI's academic research and team of researchers, advanced statistical modeling and analysis, and the company's international projects and licensing program. Dr. Morgeson's research focuses on customer satisfaction and customer experience measurement and management. His work also explores the marketing-finance interface, the impact of political identity on consumer attitudes and behaviors, and the impact of information technology on customer service delivery (e-commerce and e-government). His highly cited research (4,349 citations on Google Scholar) has been published in the leading journals in marketing, including Journal of Marketing, Journal of Marketing Research, Marketing Science, Journal of International Business Studies, Journal of the Academy of Marketing Science, Harvard Business Review, Journal of Retailing, Journal of Service Research, International Journal of Research in Marketing, and Journal of International Marketing, along with several publications in the leading journals in public administration and management. Dr. Morgeson has recently published two books: Citizen Satisfaction: Improving Government Performance, Efficiency, and Citizen Trust (Palgrave Macmillan, 2014), and The Reign of the Customer: Customer-Centric Approaches to Improving Satisfaction (Palgrave Macmillan, 2020). In addition, over the past 20 years

Today, we'll discuss the multifaceted impact and future implications of tariffs on the freight market and US manufacturing with Jason Miller! Jason is back for his insights on the potential inflationary effects anticipated by 2026, the complexities of enforcing tariffs, the appealing nature of low-wage countries for manufacturing, and the importance of a deeper understanding of this critical economic issue.   About Jason Miller Jason Miller (PhD The Ohio State University) is Eli Broad Professor in Supply Chain Management at Michigan State University's Eli Broad College of Business. He focuses on various aspects of supply chain economics. He is routinely quoted by media outlets such as The Wall Street Journal, Bloomberg, NPR Marketplace, Reuters, and USA Today, amongst others.  

David Souder is the new dean of MSU's Eli Broad College of Business.  Souder shares his background and research interests. And he tells why he was attracted to leading the college. He talks about research and curriculum strengths of the Broad College, shares some of his short- and long-term goals for the college and describes challenges and opportunities along the way while pursuing those goals. He discusses the evolving job market for Broad graduates, too. Conversation Highlights: (0:18) – What's your background? (0:42) – What are your research interests? (1:21) – What attracted you to the deanship of the Broad College? (2:48) – How would you describe your leadership and management style? (4:47) – What are some of the research and curriculum strengths of the college? (7:00) – What are some of your short- and long-term goals for the college? (14:11) – What are some challenges and opportunities along the way as you pursue these goals? (17:01) – What do you see as the challenges and opportunities ahead for all of higher education? (23:35) – What are your thoughts on the state and future of the job market for your graduates? Listen to “MSU Today with Russ White” on the radio and through Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you get your shows.

Jason Miller and Joe Lynch discuss market insights. Jason is a professor of supply chain at Michigan State University, which is ranked as one of the top supply chain schools in the world. Summary: Market Insights In this podcast, Jason Miller, a professor at Michigan State University, shares his expertise on the current state of the supply chain and logistics industry. He discusses the ongoing freight recession, the impact of Trump tariffs on the US economy, and the potential effects of reshoring. The podcast also covers recent disruptions in the container shipping market and air freight volumes from Asia to the US. Additionally, Jason Miller emphasizes the importance of understanding data quality and expresses skepticism about the revolutionary potential of AI in certain domains. The discussion highlights the significance of making informed decisions based on real-time data and qualitative forecasts. #SupplyChainInsights #FreightMarketOutlook #DataDrivenDecisions About Jason Miller Jason Miller (PhD The Ohio State University) is a tenured Associate Professor of Logistics and the John D. and Dortha J. Withrow Endowed Emerging Scholar at Michigan State University's Eli Broad College of Business. His primary research stream examines firms' logistics operations, with an emphasis on studying motor carrier safety, productivity, pricing dynamics, and driver turnover. Jason has been recognized with multiple awards for research and teaching. He was recognized as the undergraduate faculty member who had the greatest impact on students based on the 2017 graduating senior survey. The website Poets & Quants has recognized him as one of the top 40 undergraduate professors. About Michigan State University, Department of Supply Chain Management Michigan State University is a public research university in East Lansing, Michigan. MSU was founded in 1855. Today, MSU is one of the largest universities in the United States and has approximately 634,300 living alumni worldwide. MSU's Department of Supply Chain Management is the consistently ranked as the top supply chain management school in the country. The department educates students to succeed in careers such as procurement, manufacturing, inventory management, warehousing, transportation, and customer service. Students graduate with foundational knowledge across all areas of SCM, positioning them to work in multiple capacities for the top global companies. The business world views Broad's graduates and faculty as the voice of the SCM field. Key Takeaways: Market Insights Jason Miller shares insights on the current state of the supply chain and logistics industry, discussing freight rates, inventory levels, and consumer spending. The freight market has been in a recession since late 2022, with spot rates and demand moving along a trough. The impact of reshoring on the US economy depends on the location of the parts ecosystem, and interest rate cuts by the Fed will likely be needed to stimulate freight volumes and housing activity. Air freight volumes from Asia to the US, particularly from India and China, have seen a significant increase due to ecommerce demand for cheap goods. AI will revolutionize fields like drug discovery and engineering but may struggle with economics and human-related activities due to unpredictability and measurement difficulties. Making informed decisions involves understanding data sources, forming a coherent narrative, and using qualitative forecasts based on experience and intuition. Timestamps (00:00:01) Market Insights with Supply Chain Economist (00:00:17) Supply Chain Challenges and Economic Outlook (00:01:09) The Supply Chain Economist (00:03:26) Freight Markets: Trough, Capacity, and Demand Surges (00:10:27) Tariffs' Negative Impact on the Economy (00:19:06) Reshoring, Interest Rates, and Freight Volumes (00:21:14) Container Shipping Demand Surges, Rates Soar (00:24:22) Navigating Disruptions in Global Shipping Routes (00:27:55) The Surprising Surge in Air Freight (00:32:20) Freight Recession Amidst Economic Stability (00:40:40) The Limitations of AI and Data (00:49:57) The Potential and Limitations of AI (00:57:57) Freight Markets, Recession, and AI Readiness (00:59:21) Making Sense of Data and Decision-Making (01:01:10) Data-Driven Decisions in a Transforming World (01:03:05) Engaging with Logistics and Supply Chain Leaders Learn More About Market Insights Jason Miller MSU Supply Chain Management Program Jason's profile on MSU's website Supply Chain Basics with Jason Miller Logistics and Supply Chain - 1940 to 2040 with Jason Miller The Logistics of Logistics Podcast If you enjoy the podcast, please leave a positive review, subscribe, and share it with your friends and colleagues. The Logistics of Logistics Podcast: Google, Apple, Castbox, Spotify, Stitcher, PlayerFM, Tunein, Podbean, Owltail, Libsyn, Overcast Check out The Logistics of Logistics on Youtube

Jason Miller joins us to tackle incorporating macro data into decision-making, strategic planning for daily operations, and the importance of niche markets and personalized attention to succeed in challenging times when larger companies favor bigger clients.   About Jason Miller Jason Miller (PhD The Ohio State University) is Eli Broad Professor in Supply Chain Management at Michigan State University's Eli Broad College of Business. He focuses on various aspects of supply chain economics. He is routinely quoted by media outlets such as The Wall Street Journal, Bloomberg, NPR Marketplace, Reuters, and USA Today, amongst others.  

Darien Harris is Spartan Athletics' assistant athletic director for business development and NIL strategy. He provides leadership for Michigan State Athletics' award-winning NIL program, EverGreen.  Harris is expanding his role and focusing on engagement and collaboration with local and statewide businesses and national brands to help student-athletes develop brand identity strategies to enhance their presence across various social media platforms. A 2015 Journalism graduate and graduate of Eli Broad College of Business' top ranked Master of Science in Marketing Research program in 2019, Darien has been a proud Spartan since 2011. As a four-year letter winner at linebacker for the Michigan State football team, Darien was a part of the winningest senior class in program history (43 wins), won two Big Ten titles, the 100th Rose Bowl, the 2015 Cotton Bowl and played in the 2015 College Football Playoffs Harris talks about the evolving world of college athletics. Conversation Highlights: (1:23) – What attracted you to MSU, and were academics a part of your decision to be a Spartan? (2:52) – How did your MSU experience – on the field and in the classroom - impact you? (4:25) – Describe your role in Spartan Athletics. (6:04) – What is NIL (name, image, and likeness)? What are the pros and cons? (8:52) – What is EverGreen? (11:22) – What is Spartan Nation NIL? (13:40) – What are some facts about NIL you want to reinforce and some myths to dispel? (16:25) – What's ahead for the quickly evolving world of college athletics?  (20:09) – If you were the czar of college athletics, what are some things you would do? Listen to “MSU Today with Russ White” on the radio and through Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you get your shows.

On this episode of Deans Counsel, moderators Jim Ellis and Dave Ikenberry speak with Sanjay Gupta, currently a Professor of Accounting and Information Systems. Most recently, he served as the Eli and Edythe L. Broad Dean, the 11th Dean of the Eli Broad College of Business at Michigan State University from 2015 to 2022.During his tenure as dean, Professor Gupta led the Broad College to redefine itself through two comprehensive strategic plans, aligning with the university's core values and guiding the college's work to become a top-of-mind business school.In this discussion, Professor Gupta shares with Jim and Dave several of the successful strategies he undertook at Broad, and illustrates how they can be expanded upon and adapted by other business schools. Key topics include:• Strategically leveraging advisory boards  • Effectively structuring advisory board meetings • Integrating board, philanthropy and alumni events• Shaping advisory board membership• The Why and How of forming an International advisory Board  Learn more about Sanjay GuptaComments/criticism/suggestions/feedback? We'd love to hear it. Drop us a note at feedback@deanscounsel.comThanks for listening.-Produced by Joel Davis at Analog Digital Arts--DEANS COUNSEL: A podcast for deans and academic leadership.James Ellis | Moderator | Dean of the Marshall School of Business at the University of Southern California (2007-2019)David Ikenberry | Moderator | Dean of the Leeds School of Business at the University of Colorado-Boulder (2011-2016)Ken Kring | Moderator | Co-Managing Director, Global Education Practice and Senior Client Partner at Korn FerryDeansCounsel.com

Blake George (born April 16, 1987) is an American businessman, entrepreneur, and inventor. He is the founder of BMG Media Co. BMG Media Co., BMG Gaming, Crown Jewel Investments, and Unite Digital. George is also a key investor in Neptix, B-File™, and WebIron. He is known for his entrepreneurial spirit, client relations, and branding consultation expertise. Blake George was born and raised in West Bloomfield, MI during the early 1990s. George attended Cranbrook Schools, an elite college preparatory  school located in Bloomfield Hills, MI, during his formative years. George later attended Michigan State University in 2005 and received his degree in General Business and Entrepreneurship from the Eli Broad College of Business. George founded BMG Media Co. in 2009 during the midst of America's recession. He started his company to assist his fellow graduates and bolster their new businesses in the wake of the economic upheaval. His full-service branding, custom web design, software development, and e-commerce solutions company quickly became successful and allowed him to invest in other growing businesses. In 2013, George was a contestant on the popular television series Shark Tank with his new invention Magic Moments. Although his invention was not received well, George said the experience was integral to his growth as an entrepreneur and businessman. George currently works in Birmingham, Michigan. He is drawn to the vibrant entrepreneurial spirit that lives within the city. He continues to work, look for new investment opportunities, and provide consultation for small businesses and startup companies. Connect with Jon Dwoskin: Twitter: @jdwoskin Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jonathan.dwoskin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejondwoskinexperience/ Website: https://jondwoskin.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jondwoskin/ Email: jon@jondwoskin.com Get Jon's Book: The Think Big Movement: Grow your business big. Very Big!   Connect with Blake George:Website: https://bmgmediaco.com

This week's guest is Dr. Jason Miller, Professor and Head of the Supply Chain Management Department at the Michigan State University's Eli Broad College of Business.  As an economist working in the logistics and freight transportation industry, Jason always has great and often unexpected insights into the transportation market and overall conditions.  In our conversation we discuss the current macro-economic conditions, debate the impact of more rate data on the volatility of the TL market, and make some guesses as to when the TL market will revert. 

In our June episode, co-hosts Ted Stank and Tom Goldsby are joined by professor Stephanie Eckerd and recent Ph.D. graduate Anne Dohmen to discuss the relationship between industry and academia at the University of Tennessee, the value of partnerships for research, and their own transitions from practitioners to professors.Eckerd, who was recently named the FedEx Chair of Supply Chain Management in the Haslam College of Business, is the director of UT's SCM Ph.D. program. Dohmen, who was an engineer by training and worked for both General Mills and Procter and Gamble before transitioning into academia, researches supply chain planning, agility, and disruptions. This fall, she will begin a job as an assistant professor at Michigan State University's Eli Broad College of Business.Listen as Ted and Tom discuss highlights of the Spring Supply Chain Forum, the current state of inventory and imports nationwide, the role academic research plays in company performance, and more. Related links:Everything you need to know from Spring SCF 2023Several GSCI SCF partners named in Gartner's Global Supply Chain Top 25, including Schneider Electric (1), Colgate-Palmolive (3), Johnson & Johnson (4), PepsiCo (5), and Pfizer (6)Listen to our May podcast episode with three leaders from Schneider Electric about how to cultivate supply chain talentRead a Q&A about the societal importance of UT's supply chain research with Eckerd and professor Chris CraigheadThe latest updates on the U.S. debt ceiling legislationUPS strike looms with big repercussions for consumersLaredo remains nation's No. 1 gateway for international trade.Rates decrease, volume falls, and new capacity comes online for ocean shippingTom, Ted, and Lance Saunders' 2021 article on the bullwhip effect in the Wall Street Journal

Ruvio is an associate professor of Marketing at the Eli Broad College of Business at Michigan State University, and the director of the Master of Science in Marketing Research (MSMR) program. Her research focuses on the wellbeing and behavior of consumers and employees. Morgeson is an assistant professor of Marketing at the Broad College. His research focuses on customer-firm relationships and the financial value of both customer and employee assets to firms.  “Quiet firing is a strategy that a company uses to trim out some of their employees quietly,” says Ruvio. “Layoffs are not quiet firing; they're quite loud. Announcing layoffs can actually hurt a company. Quiet firing has the advantage of sometimes achieving almost the same exact thing, but not in a way that is publicly known, so, quietly.”  The duo explains how quiet firing and quiet quitting are related. And they share some of the warning signs of quiet firing. They include changes to one's working conditions, responsibilities, and compensation. And they share strategies for a person who thinks they may be being quiet fired. The first thing to do is “have a reality check” to make sure it's really happening. And make sure you're documenting both the good and bad and communicate openly and proactively.  “The goal is to rationally diagnose the situation and make sure you're not misunderstanding the signs you may be getting from your employer,” adds Morgeson. “If you do think you're being pushed out of a job and are being treated unfairly, rationally analyze the situation to the best of your ability. These are often really emotional situations that can lead you to jump to conclusions. Document both the good and bad things happening to you and see if you can come to a rational conclusion about how you're being treated or mistreated and make your decision based on that information.” MSU Today airs Saturdays at 5 p.m. and Sundays at 5 a.m. on WKAR News/Talk and Sundays at 8 p.m. on 760 WJR. Find “MSU Today with Russ White” on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you get your shows.

Ruvio is an associate professor of Marketing at the Eli Broad College of Business at Michigan State University, and the director of the Master of Science in Marketing Research (MSMR) program. Her research focuses on the wellbeing and behavior of consumers and employees. Morgeson is an assistant professor of Marketing at the Broad College. His research focuses on customer-firm relationships and the financial value of both customer and employee assets to firms.  “Inflation is absolutely impacting holiday shopping,” says Morgeson. “We're coming off a period of a couple of decades where we haven't had particularly high inflation, at least by historical standards. So, this has been a massive shock to the system of a lot of consumers seeing these price increases in short order and at a degree we're simply not used to.” Price is the most important factor for shoppers, and consumers are changing their buying habits. “Before, quality was important,” adds Ruvio. “The brand name we buy, service, and convenience were important. Now, only one thing matters, and that is price.”   The duo shares some strategies for consumers to be more cost conscious, like paying with cash. Common strategies include spending more time searching for the best deals, adhering to strict shopping lists, prioritizing necessities, and making purchases earlier to spread out spending. How have Black Friday, Cyber Monday, and shopping in general evolved over the years? “We've seen huge structural changes to the way people buy and sell goods over the past couple decades, and I don't think any of that is going to change,” says Morgeson. “With the ability to go online and buy most of what we want via the internet means we don't really need a Black Friday anymore.” “What was really striking to see this year is that consumers didn't get a better deal on Black Friday or Cyber Monday, or in-store as opposed to online,” adds Ruvio. “That really chilled out consumers and their shopping behavior. If companies next year bring back door busters and really good deals in the store, you will see those behaviors again.” “We're sort of in an always discount prices environment that we live in now,” Morgeson continues. “There aren't special days for discounts anymore. Successful retailers need to have low and competitive prices. Thirty or more years ago, a retailer might have had one day where they slash prices. But normally they're going to have big mark-ups on their items. Those days are over. Everyone now offers really competitive prices because if they don't, they're going to get eaten up by the Amazons of the world that are always offering really low prices. It's sort of always Black Friday now.” “We expect to see huge deals on Black Friday, and we are not happy when we don't get what we want,” says Ruvio. “Consumers wait for Black Friday. They want to see a significant drop in prices. If they don't, they're not happy. Companies started so early with sales that they lost momentum.” MSU Today airs Saturdays at 5 p.m. and Sundays at 5 a.m. on WKAR News/Talk and Sundays at 8 p.m. on 760 WJR. Find “MSU Today with Russ White” on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you get your shows.

Welcome to another episode of the Conversations for Financial Professionals podcast where we are shaping the next generation of financial advice.   Stephen Schiestel is currently the Frederick S. Addy Professor of Practice in Finance at the Eli Broad College of Business at Michigan State University.  He received his MBA in 1998 from Michigan State University and a B.B.A. in Finance from the University of Michigan-Flint in 1991. Schiestel teaches undergrad and grad students in Security Analysis, Valuation, Financial Planning and Wealth Management and Corporate Finance.  He is the director of the College's Financial Planning and Wealth Management programs. He has won several teaching awards including winning the Executive MBA Teaching Award four times.  Prior to coming to Michigan State, Schiestel held management positions in the Wealth Management Division of Citizens Bank, now part of Huntington Bank.     In this episode, you'll discover:

October 28, 2022 ~ Anjana Susarla, Omura-Saxena Professor of Responsible AI in the Eli Broad College of Business at Michigan State University, talks with Guy Gordon about Elon Musk completing his purchase of Twitter and what changes we may see to the social media platform.

In this episode, the Armchair Attorney is joined by Jason Miller, Associate Professor at Michigan State University's Eli Broad College of Business. Professor Miller is a supply chain management expert, with a special emphasis on the for-hire trucking sector.

In this Deep Dive Loadstar Podcast, Mike King explores how and why the acceleration in e-commerce trade due the Covid-19 pandemic is changing retail and the world of international freight. How are supply chains being transformed? What does this mean for planning and procurement? And, as integrators, trucking companies, forwarders, 3PLs and retailers seek out new supply chain profit centres, who will win this Battle Royale? Guests: Cathy Roberson, President of Logistics Trends & Insights Tom Enright, VP, Retail Supply Chain, Gartner Peter Sand, Chief Analyst at Xeneta Lee Klaskow, Senior Analyst for Transportation and Logistics at Bloomberg Intelligence Neel Jones Shah, Flexport Executive Vice President and Global Head of Airfreight. Jason Miller, Associate Professor of Logistics, Department of Supply Chain Management, Michigan State University — Eli Broad College of Business Created, Produced and Hosted by Mike King

Credits: Created, Produced and Hosted by Mike King Ahead of TPM22 in Long Beach at the end of February, this episode of The Loadstar Podcast examines the key challenges facing those in the business of supply chain, and those wondering how much logistics costs will sever from their bottom lines. This episode also examines freight rates across modes post-Chinese New Year and ahead of the Transpacific contracting season. The latter, of course, clouded by US west coast dockworkers negotiations that could hurt port productivity. And in part 2, a Loadstar Special Report examines labour shortages across the global supply chain. Is this ‘Great Resignation’ a structural fault or simply a symptom of two years of Covid and all the labour and logistics stresses that have resulted? Guests Alex Lennane, Loadstar Publisher Peter Tirschwell - Vice President, Maritime & Trade - IHS Markit Peter Sand, Chief Shipping Analyst, Xeneta Claire French, Air Sea & Road Freight Recruitment Specialist at Select Appointments UK Jason Miller, Associate Professor of Logistics, Department of Supply Chain Management, Michigan State University — Eli Broad College of Business Lee Klaskow, Senior Analyst for Transportation and Logistics at Bloomberg Intelligence Episode in more detail: Why lines and forwarders are investing in air capacity (3.20) Ground handlers struggle with costs (4.50) Competition authorities eye container lines (5.38) Ocean freight rates bounce back (9.15) Known Unknowns: China’s Covid containment policy, Ukraine and cyber risks (11.40) TPM agenda and global trade challenges (14.25 – 30.30) U.S. West Coast dockworker union negotiations threat to global trade, US port productivity and what happens next (20.45) The state of US logistics and what it means for corporate America (30.45) US road and rail outlook (30.40) Ukraine crisis – implications (38.35) Part 2 - Special Report: Labour Shortages & The Great Resignation. (40.45 to 1.05) Post-Brexit labour blues for forwarders (55.05)

“It's an exciting time of the year,” says President Stanley. “These commencement days are my favorite days. It's just such a joyous occasion as these students reach the finish line and celebrate with their families and friends. I never tire of it. It's always exciting.”As an eventful 2021 draws to a close, Stanley reflects with pride on student success initiatives and three strategic plans published this year.“Student success is one of the pillars of our strategic plan. And for the seventh year in a row, we raised our graduation rates and that's difficult to do. My hat's off to the people who work on student success and to the students and their resilience. Even in these tough times, we're seeing a continuation of this wonderful trend. And to get the graduation rate up to over 82 percent is a huge change from years ago. It speaks to the idea that what we want to do is have every student who comes to Michigan State University leave with a Michigan State University degree. And how you make that possible and the work it takes to do that is significant, but that's our goal and we're putting it on us, not on students, but on us. If we accept you to Michigan State University, we feel it's our role to help you graduate and see you through that degree.“Commencement represents the culmination of that. I'm also just really proud that we had as close to a normal semester as we could. It's been a challenging semester. There have been a couple of incidents that everyone knows about that have been tragic and troubling. Yet, at the same time, we brought 16,000 students back to living on campus. We conducted our classes in person as we said we would do with, of course, a mix of hybrid and online. And to successfully accomplish that, again, speaks to me to the resiliency of students and the innovation and skill of our faculty and staff to make it all work.“And three new strategic plans address relationship violence and sexual misconduct, diversity, equity, and inclusion, and a university strategic vision that will guide us as we build excellence and impact in key areas in the years ahead. Each plan focuses on creating an environment where students, faculty, and staff can do their best work and achieve their greatest potential as MSU serves its mission here and around the world. To push them through during this time of the pandemic and have them come out as such forward thinking documents that incorporate what we've known before, what we learned during the pandemic, and what our approach to the future will be is rewarding.”Stanley says he's proud of MSU's 19th Marshall Scholar Andrew McDonald, who exemplifies the brightest and best at MSU.“Michigan State University attracts extraordinary students. I look at our Honors College and the credentials that those students have. And then, when they come to MSU, they have all these opportunities to really expand their portfolios and to really do more and accomplish more. Not only do they come here bright, but they have a chance to really spread their wings and fly here. That makes them competitive for these kinds of awards.”The opening of renovated teaching and learning spaces in Wonders Hall last week with computer and other laboratories for College of Engineering students capped a year of exciting facility openings that will support student learning and success for many years. Student success hinges in part on having the right facilities for students to do their best work.“Couldn't have said it better. We're developing state-of-the-art facilities for our students, faculty, and staff. And that's incredibly important. It's a competitive environment out there. Students have choices and their families have choices about where they want to attend college. And when you have an outstanding faculty to teach and you couple that with facilities that are inspirational, it makes a difference.“The Billman Pavilion, The Eli Broad College of Business Minskoff Pavilion, the Wonders Hall renovation and our amazing STEM Teaching and Learning Facility are places where education is going to take place in new and exciting ways where students are going to learn and have opportunities for hands on experiences. I met a number of first year engineering students, a very diverse group by the way, and their excitement about being in that space and what it meant to them was contagious.”MSU ranked number 21 on the Princeton Review's 2022 list of top green colleges in the United States. MSU is green in more ways than one.“You're absolutely right, and I'm so proud of that. It's a point of pride not just for us, but for our students. I think they take great pride in this. This is something they care about. They're a generation that takes these issues very seriously. They want to be impactful, and they want to be associated with an institution that cares and makes a difference. To be in the top 25 Princeton ranking is great. To be one of the top ranked Big Ten schools in this list is very important for us as well. And we're going to continue. The strategic plan contains a section on stewardship and sustainability. We've made a commitment to continue to do this and to work to becoming carbon neutral. There are challenges ahead to do that, but we have the ingenuity and Spartans Will to excel in this area.”MSU's academic quality is underpinned by the excellence of our faculty members, 11 of whom earned recognition for their influential scholarship among their peers. These distinguished faculty members are ranked among the world's most cited researchers over the past decade. It's hard to have student success without our world class faculty, right?“The two go hand in hand. Great students help attract great faculty because they have graduate and undergraduate students who help work in their labs and help demonstrate the creativity and enthusiasm that's so important. And, of course, students come because of outstanding faculty for their ability to teach and to do innovative research with the global impact.“I'm very proud of those faculty. That is a wide world out there in terms of who you're competing against. So, to have 11 faculty who are in the top rankings in the world I think is spectacular. We'll continue to try to recruit exceptional faculty and create an environment at MSU where all faculty have the chance to be nurtured to reach those kinds of goals.”Campus safety is another commitment to our university community. And Vice President for Public Safety and Chief of Police Marlon Lynch recently announced two new initiatives supporting that priority: The Police and Public Safety Advisory Committee and the SafeMSU app.“My thanks go out to Chief Lynch in his role as vice president for public safety and chief of police. He really is taking the charge that we gave him when he arrived very seriously, which is to really make sure that we're doing everything we can to keep MSU as safe a campus as possible. The advisory committee delivers on the promise we made with the task forces that we had earlier this summer who were working on policing to create a new advisory committee for the police. It's part of our goal of having more community engaged policing as we look at the campus. That's very important. And I've already downloaded the new app.”President Stanley acknowledges MSU Culinary Services' national grand prize for the allergen free dining hall in Owen's Hall, Thrive, and he shares his concerns for the rapidly emerging Omicron variant of COVID-19. “Like everyone else, I continue to read and follow with interest and concern what we see with the outbreak at Cornell University; it's worrisome. It seemed to involve mostly vaccinated students. There is some evidence that's come out of South Africa that still needs to be confirmed that this variant may be less likely to cause severe disease. But that remains to be seen.“I continue to advocate for boosters for individuals. The data seems to suggest, again still early, that people who have been boosted against COVID-19 tend to be more resistant to developing infection or symptoms with Omicron. And that's really important. We may be at a stage with this variant where it's more difficult to prevent infection, but what we want to do is prevent hospitalizations and deaths. The more people who are vaccinated, the easier it will be to accomplish this.“I haven't seen data on mask wearing, and I don't know what Cornell's policies were. But we will certainly continue our mask wearing for we know that does help prevent against transmission of Delta. We know it helps against transmission of influenza, which is the other problem that people may be experiencing as well. So, getting vaccinated against flu, getting your booster against COVID-19, and carefully continuing to wear masks indoors is the advice I'd have for people over this holiday. And if there are going to be gatherings where you don't think you can anticipate wearing a mask, having people tested ahead of time may be helpful in trying to prevent infection.”Stanley is excited about MSU's upcoming participation in the December 30 Peach Bowl.“We had a football season that was wonderful in terms of what was accomplished and particularly rewarding because it was unexpected. The pundits before the season had us picked as last in the Big Ten East. We well exceeded those expectations. Coach Tucker and his team didn't listen to what the pundits said and had an amazing season. We're very fortunate we were able to make sure that we retained Mel Tucker as the coach.“He's done a great job with recruiting. He's done an amazing job with the X's and O's, but he's also been a prolific fundraiser. And that's helped bring new resources to a program that is the heart of what we do in Athletics because the revenue from football really provides the revenue to support other sports. Men's basketball and football are the two sports that provide the revenue that allows us to participate and be competitive in all our sports.”MSU will provide a $1,500 bonus to most faculty and staff in January and has given the Spartan community the week off between Christmas and New Year's. “I'm glad we're able to do this bonus. And it's so well earned by everybody at the university. And we wanted to make it something that all faculty and staff were able to participate in because everybody has been affected by the pandemic, and everybody has had their work changed and had to do more during this time. There's no one who's escaped the impact of this.“And I appreciate those who sacrificed some of their finances during these challenges. I appreciate those who were furloughed and have now come back. And we're glad to see you back again. But all this was so impactful to so many. So, our ability with some of the money we have in reserves to say how much we appreciate this is something that we're very proud of. Thank you so much for everything you do. We couldn't have done this the way we did without your total commitment to MSU and your willingness to really go above and beyond what would normally be expected to help keep this university running and to serve our students, who are so important to all of us.”President Stanley wishes the entire Spartan community a safe and healthy holiday season.“These are some of the most difficult times we've had in terms of our safety from illness and from the pandemic. So, I encourage everyone to do the things that will keep you and your family safe. There's nothing more important than that as we move forward. The theme next semester will be to continue what we've accomplished this semester. We'll be following Omicron very carefully. So, I urge people to stay tuned over the holidays in case we have announcements to make if there are changes we might need to make. But right now, I hope people rest and relax during these holidays. Use those three days to be with your family and celebrate everything we've accomplished and the fact that we continue to move MSU forward.”MSU Today airs Sunday mornings at 9:00 on WKAR News/Talk and streams at WKAR.org. Find, rate, and subscribe to “MSU Today with Russ White” on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you get your shows.

Jeff Church, a reputable beverage entrepreneur, is CEO & co-founder of Rowdy Energy Drinks, the “better-for-you” energy drink containing electrolytes and nootropics, which he launched with two-time NASCAR Cup Series champion Kyle Busch in 2020. He previously founded Suja Juice, which he scaled to $150 million in revenue and $25 million in EBITDA in eight years. Suja Juice was determined by Inc. 500 to be the 2016 fastest-growing food and beverage brand in the United States.Church became the president of his first business at the age of 27. Over the last 25 years, Church has held the role of CEO of seven different companies, where he led all aspects of acquiring and/or starting each uniquely disruptive business, all while fully managing investment capital raises.He was named Ernest & Young's Entrepreneur of the Year in San Diego in 2016, Bevnet Magazine's Person of the Year in 2015, and is a New York Times Best-Selling Co-Author of The Suja Juice Solution. Church is recognized as a leading beverage expert in national news outlets, including The Wall Street Journal and Forbes.He is a graduate of the Eli Broad College of Business at MSU ('83, Accounting), and completed his MBA at Harvard University in 1988.-----Like what you hear? Let us know and subscribe and share, we really appreciate it! Have ideas or comments for us? Email us at hatchcast@msu.edu. For behind-the-scenes content, check us out on Facebook and Instagram.   Hatchcast is made possible by the Burgess Institute for Entrepreneurship & Innovation at Michigan State University in collaboration with the MSU Entrepreneurship Association & MSU Women in Entrepreneurship. Original Music by Kakia Gkoudina and Karina Stankowski Engineered & Edited by Gabe Hales  Co-created by Aaryn Richard, Tyler Mehigh, & Kurt Creger  Co-hosted by Gabe Hales, Gabe Berke, Diego Fernandez, Danielle Tice, Karina Stankowski, Charlotte Bachelor & Aaryn Richard 

Amy Langer is an independent board member, successful entrepreneur and industry thought leader. She is currently Co-Founder and Owner of Salo, LLC, an $85M professional services company providing services throughout the U.S. out of offices in Minneapolis, MN, and Chicago, IL. At Salo, Ms. Langer has driven company growth and brand affinity through a keen analysis of market gaps, architecting and leading innovative strategies, and establishing sustainable and scalable infrastructure. Her unwavering commitment to creating an exceptional corporate culture and service environment has led Salo to be widely recognized for setting industry standards relative to innovative culture, superior client service, and workforce flexibility.    Prior to co-founding Salo, she was National Business Development Director at Robert Half International, a $1.5B publicly traded professional services company. In this role, she led transformative change in the North American territory, comprised of 25 offices, and drove a national product line that generated $10M in recurring annual revenue. Earlier in her career, Ms. Langer was employed as a CPA with KPMG, LLP a “big four” accounting firm, where she focused on global insurance and financial services client advisory work.   Committed to professional and community volunteerism, Ms. Langer has a history of service to not-for-profit boards and professional organizations. She currently serves on the Board of Directors for Health Partners, Washburn Center for Children Emeritus, and Board Member of Greater MSP. She holds a BS in Accounting from the Eli Broad College of Business, Michigan State University. In this episode, we discuss: Amy's upbringing on a farm and how it taught her the value of hard work Understanding what you love to do and what you excel at, and pursuing it The transition from employee to business owner Valuing relationships over the transaction Resiliency as a necessary trait in business to overcome things not going as planned Pursuing what you want to pursue and fulfilling it as the definition of winning How your failures can provide the lessons you need to succeed I hope you will find this episode as exciting and informative as I have. Amy was so generous to share her better business practices regarding hiring efforts. Amy's story of overcoming failures and working to her strengths can teach us all how to have a better business. Please let me know your thoughts! Connect with Amy  Guest Contact Info: 612-269-2401 Email: amylanger@salollc.com Website https://salollc.com/ LinkedIn Page https://www.linkedin.com/in/amylanger/ Twitter @AmyLanger  Connect with Steve Eschbach Website: https://www.tworld.com/locations/naperville/ or https://eschbachassoc.com/  YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWqgICqaSI8xE2GRYY1HWJA  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/speschbach/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/steveeschbach/  Twitter: @SteveEschbach Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Amy Langer is an independent board member, successful entrepreneur and industry thought leader. She is currently Co-Founder and Owner of Salo, LLC, an $85M professional services company providing services throughout the U.S. out of offices in Minneapolis, MN, and Chicago, IL. At Salo, Ms. Langer has driven company growth and brand affinity through a keen analysis of market gaps, architecting and leading innovative strategies, and establishing sustainable and scalable infrastructure. Her unwavering commitment to creating an exceptional corporate culture and service environment has led Salo to be widely recognized for setting industry standards relative to innovative culture, superior client service, and workforce flexibility.   Prior to co-founding Salo, she was National Business Development Director at Robert Half International, a $1.5B publicly traded professional services company. In this role, she led transformative change in the North American territory, comprised of 25 offices, and drove a national product line that generated $10M in recurring annual revenue. Earlier in her career, Ms. Langer was employed as a CPA with KPMG, LLP a “big four” accounting firm, where she focused on global insurance and financial services client advisory work.  Committed to professional and community volunteerism, Ms. Langer has a history of service to not-for-profit boards and professional organizations. She currently serves on the Board of Directors for Health Partners, Washburn Center for Children Emeritus, and Board Member of Greater MSP. She holds a BS in Accounting from the Eli Broad College of Business, Michigan State University. In this episode, we discuss: ·     Amy's upbringing on a farm and how it taught her the value of hard work ·     Understanding what you love to do and what you excel at, and pursuing it ·     The transition from employee to business owner ·     Valuing relationships over the transaction ·     Resiliency as a necessary trait in business to overcome things not going as planned ·     Pursuing what you want to pursue and fulfilling it as the definition of winning ·     How your failures can provide the lessons you need to succeed I hope you will find this episode as exciting and informative as I have. Amy was so generous to share her better business practices regarding hiring efforts. Amy's story of overcoming failures and working to her strengths can teach us all how to have a better business. Please let me know your thoughts!   Connect with Amy Website https://salollc.com/ LinkedIn Page https://www.linkedin.com/in/amylanger/ Twitter @AmyLanger    Connect with Steve Eschbach Website: https://www.tworld.com/locations/naperville/ or https://eschbachassoc.com/  YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWqgICqaSI8xE2GRYY1HWJA  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/speschbach/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/steveeschbach/  Twitter: @ SteveEschbach   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Abilities, Opportunities and Future of Work Podcast is co-produced by the Michigan Rehabilitation Services (MRS) and the Eli Broad College of Business with the objective of providing an opportunity to showcase best-in-class practices on burning issues related to how workforce with disabilities can be integrated highlighting firms, community organizations, not-for-profits and other state organizations that are doing outstanding work in integrating individuals with disabilities into the workforce and allow them to share their “stories.” The Podcast aims to fill the gap on democratizing best-in-class practices with the broader disability community that can help facilitate employment of individuals with disabilities, This is the first episode of a two-part episode. Please share your thoughts and comments at aofow@broad.msu.edu. This is a voluntary effort.

Logistics and Supply Chain - 1940 to 2040 with Jason Miller Jason Miller and Joe Lynch discuss logistics and supply chain, 1940 - 2040. Jason is a professor of supply chain at Michigan State University, which is ranked as one of the top supply chain schools in the world. About Jason Miller Jason Miller (PhD The Ohio State University) is a tenured Associate Professor of Logistics and the John D. and Dortha J. Withrow Endowed Emerging Scholar at Michigan State University's Eli Broad College of Business. His primary research stream examines firms' logistics operations, with an emphasis on studying motor carrier safety, productivity, pricing dynamics, and driver turnover. Jason has been recognized with multiple awards for research and teaching. He was recognized as the undergraduate faculty member who had the greatest impact on students based on the 2017 graduating senior survey. The website Poets & Quants has recognized him as one of the top 40 undergraduate professors. About Michigan State University, Department of Supply Chain Management Michigan State University is a public research university in East Lansing, Michigan. MSU was founded in 1855. Today, MSU is one of the largest universities in the United States and has approximately 634,300 living alumni worldwide. MSU's Department of Supply Chain Management is the consistently ranked as the top supply chain management school in the country. The department educates students to succeed in careers such as procurement, manufacturing, inventory management, warehousing, transportation, and customer service. Students graduate with foundational knowledge across all areas of SCM, positioning them to work in multiple capacities for the top global companies. The business world views Broad's graduates and faculty as the voice of the SCM field. Key Takeaways: Logistics and Supply Chain - 1940 to 2040 Jason Miller is a tenured Associate Professor of Logistics at Michigan State University's Eli Broad College of Business. In the podcast interview, Jason and Joe discuss the changes in logistics and supply chain from 1940 to 2040. In order to reduce the scope and make the topic more accessible, Jason and Joe use the iron skillet as an analog to represent all products that have a supply chain. In 1940, the iron skillet was manufactured in Wisconsin from iron ore mined from Michigan and Minnesota. The skillet was shipped via rail to a distributor who eventually sold it to a retailer. In 1980, the manufacturing locations were most likely still in the USA, but may have moved to the lower cost, non-union south. The skillet was shipped by truck (rather than rail) directly to the retailer. In 2020, the skillet was manufactured in China using Australian or Brazilian iron ore. The skillet was shipped via ocean and truck to a fulfillment center or retailer in the USA. In 2040, the skillet will most likely be manufactured in the USA or Mexico. The iron ore will come from a North America. The manufacturing process will be highly automated. The skillet will be transported via truck and the consumer will most likely buy via ecommerce or traditional retail. The discussion illuminates advancements and trends including: sustainability, global economy, nearshoring, infrastructure, information technology, growth of logistics, security, capital investments, automation, productivity, labor, security, and the circular supply chain. Learn More About Logistics and Supply Chain - 1940 to 2040 Jason Miller MSU Supply Chain Management Program Jason's profile on MSU's website Supply Chain Basics with Jason Miller The Logistics of Logistics Podcast If you enjoy the podcast, please leave a positive review, subscribe, and share it with your friends and colleagues. The Logistics of Logistics Podcast: Google, Apple, Castbox, Spotify, Stitcher, PlayerFM, Tunein, Podbean, Owltail, Libsyn, Overcast Check out The Logistics of Logistics on Youtube

Through strong industry partnerships, innovative collaborations, and a desire to aim higher and do more, Broad Spartans are advancing the future of supply chain. The third and final episode of our Supply Chain Management mini-series  explores the wide range of unconventional and innovative research by MSU supply chain faculty who are offering solutions for today’s biggest challenges.  Special thanks to Steven Melnyk, Simone Peinkofer, Vedat Verter, Stan Griffis, and Sriram Narayanan for discussing their research with our producers. MSU Supply Chain Management Mini-Series Part 3 of 3. For more episodes of Broad Matters, subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts. For more on advancements around innovation and inclusion within supply chain management, listen to the "Abilities, Opportunities and the Future of Work (AOFOW)" podcast, a collaboration between the Department of Supply Chain Management in the Eli Broad College of Business at Michigan State University and Michigan Rehabilitation Services: https://soundcloud.com/user-425986640-288441195 Also, watch the full installment of "Lessons Learned: Supply Chain Disruption Amid COVID-19 Series", featuring Sriram Narayanan and Stan Griffis, at  https://youtu.be/uaYgIB8ONZk. --------- Hosted by Shana Redd and Ken Szymusiak Produced by Chelsea Stein and Zach Hall Written by Chelsea Stein Edited by Zach Hall Music: "Brick By Brick" written by Stephen Keech and performed/produced by Half Measure via Soundstripe.com "Closing Credits" performed/produced by Joshua Spacht via Soundstripe.com "Moonlit Forest" written by Doug Ransom and performed/produced by Outside the Sky via Soundstripe.com "Nature of Things" performed/produced by Sounds Like Sander via Soundstripe.com "Tidal Wave" performed/produced by BRASKO via Soundstripe.com "Towards You" written by Marshall Usinger and performed/produced by Acreage via Soundstripe.com "Six Minutes of Peace" written, produced, and performed by Stephen Keech via Soundstripe.com

Jon and Jeff talk with Blake George, Founder of BMG Media Co., about why websites and social media are more important than ever before! Blake George (born April 16, 1987) is an American businessman, entrepreneur, and inventor. He is the founder of BMG Media Co. BMG Media Co., BMG Gaming, Crown Jewel Investments, and Unite Digital. George is also a key investor in Neptix, B-File™, and WebIron. He is known for his entrepreneurial spirit, client relations, and branding consultation expertise. Blake George was born and raised in West Bloomfield, MI during the early 1990s. George attended Cranbrook Schools, an elite college preparatory school located in Bloomfield Hills, MI, during his formative years. George later attended Michigan State University in 2005 and received his degree in General Business and Entrepreneurship from the Eli Broad College of Business. George founded BMG Media Co. in 2009 during the midst of America's recession. He started his company to assist his fellow graduates and bolster their new businesses in the wake of the economic upheaval. His full-service branding, custom web design, software development, and e-commerce solutions company quickly became successful and allowed him to invest in other growing businesses. In 2013, George was a contestant on the popular television series Shark Tank with his new invention Magic Moments. Although his invention was not received well, George said the experience was integral to his growth as an entrepreneur and businessman. George currently works in Birmingham, Michigan. He is drawn to the vibrant entrepreneurial spirit that lives within the city. He continues to work, look for new investment opportunities, and provide consultation for small businesses and startup companies.   Connect with Jon Dwoskin: Twitter: @jdwoskin Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jonathan.dwoskin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejondwoskinexperience/ Website: https://jondwoskin.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jondwoskin/ Email: jon@jondwoskin.com Get Jon’s Book: The Think Big Movement: Grow your business big. Very Big!   Connect with Blake George: Website: https://bmgmediaco.com 

Craige L. Stout serves as Chief Executive Officer of Stout, a 600-person global investment bank and advisory firm founded in 1991. With 23 offices around the world, Stout focuses on corporate finance, transaction advisory, valuation advisory, and dispute consulting.  Having worked on over 1,000 projects, his experience is broad and diverse in the fields of investment banking, litigation consulting, and valuation advisory. Prior to founding the firm, Craig was with Price Waterhouse in it's Valuable Services Group. Mr. Stout is a recipient of the Crain's 40 under 40 award and Ernst & Young's 2002 Entrepreneur for the Year Award. Craige and his wife, Molly, have been married for20 years and have three children (Carson (19),Sim on (17),and Estelle (14)). After living in the Chicago area for 18 years (and Detroit for 10 before that), they moves to Dallas in June 2019. Mr. Stout has served or is serving on numerous non-profit boards, including: YPO Gold-Dallas Maverick Chapter, YPO Gold-Chicago Chapter (Past Chapter Chair), YPO -Chicago Chapter (Past Chapter Chair), the Financial and Estate Planning Council of Metropolitan Detroit, Inc. (Past President); Museum of Science and Industry – President's Council; the Eli Broad College of Business at Michigan State University; Respiratory Health association of Metropolitan Chicago; Junior Achievement of Chicago; Perspective Charter Schools.   Craige has served or is serving on several for-profit boards, including Stout; Solstice Consulting, LLC; Kirco Seniors Housing Fund, LP; Flow stone Partners; and BxC Partners.

Oscar Garner III (class of 2021) is a finance student and Evans Scholar at the Eli Broad College of Business at Michigan State University. He is also an executive board member for our student organization, MSUWMA. He is the Director of Recruitment as well as a co-founder of MSUWMA's Spartan Journal, a weekly newsletter compiled by the Spartan Journal's weekly news contributors delivering its readers with the biggest and most relevant business news stories. He is also an incoming ADP (Accelerated Development Program) Finance Associate at Raymond James doing wealth management, consulting, and investment research at their Florida office. WMA Profile: https://www.msuwma.com/team/oscar-garner-iii LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/oscargarner/ WMA website: http://msuwma.com WMA YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCT-eaRPTd0R1WlrLkRBweuQ Contact: msuwma@gmail.com Song credits: Abstract Orchestra, Fancy Clown - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hYhN8is0Syg

The Abilities, Opportunities and Future of Work Podcast is co-produced by the Michigan Rehabilitation Services (MRS) and the Eli Broad College of Business with the objective of providing an opportunity to showcase best-in-class practices on burning issues related to how workforce with disabilities can be integrated highlighting firms, community organizations, not-for-profits and other state organizations that are doing outstanding work in integrating individuals with disabilities into the workforce and allow them to share their “stories.” The Podcast aims to fill the gap on democratizing best-in-class practices with the broader disability community that can help facilitate employment of individuals with disabilities, This is the first episode of a two-part episode. Please share your thoughts and comments at aofow@broad.msu.edu. This is a voluntary effort.

This episode of Hatchcast is a recorded-live (via Zoom) fireside chat with Robin Kinnie, President of Motor City Woman Studios. As part of the Burgess Institute for Entrepreneurship & Innovation's speaker series, Innovate State. The conversation took place on Wednesday, February 10th.Kinnie's BioRobin Kinnie is a force of nature. She’s a leader who is dedicated to assisting small business owners get access to technical assistance, capital funding, and training. She is a Michigan Small Business Development Centers-Certified Business Consultant.Robin is a Spartan. She earned her Bachelors’ Degree in Human Resource Management at MSU’s Eli Broad College of Business; she went on to get her Masters’ Degree in Higher Education Administration from Michigan State University.Robin is an entrepreneur. She founded Motor City Woman Studios, which is committed to amplifying the voices of women in front of the microphone and increasing the number of women in the audio engineering profession. By the way, Motor City Woman operates a 24/7 internet radio station featuring an all-female line-up of show hosts. Additionally, Motor City Woman is an active supporter of community programs, initiatives, and events that seek to inspire, motivate and inform women.Robin, welcome to Innovate State!__________Love what you hear? Let us know! Subscribe, listen, & share this podcast widely. Liking us and rating us helps A LOT to get the word out. Share your thoughts with us about future episode topics, guests, or segment ideas. We read and respond to every message: hatchcast@msu.edu. You can also follow us on Instagram & Facebook to get a look behind-the-scenes.Hatchcast is brought to you by the Burgess Institute for Entrepreneurship & Innovation at Michigan State University, in collaboration with the MSU Entrepreneurship Association, MSU Women in Entrepreneurship, and the MSU Innovation Center.Original Music by Kakia GkoudinaMixed & Edited by Gabe Hales & Justice KeechCo-created by Aaryn Richard, Tyler Mehigh, & Kurt CregerCo-hosted by Gabe Hales, Justice Keech, Brandon Weaver, Tiauna West, & Aaryn Richard

Ben Feithen is the VP of Strategy and Innovation at the Michigan State University Cannabis Industry Association (MSUCIA). He is also an MBA graduate from the Eli Broad College of Business at MSU, and he also joined the military, becoming an officer in the Army serving under the Air Missile Defense realm. Email: feithenb93@gmail.com MSUCIA website: https://www.msucia.org/about LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjamin-feithen/ WMA website: http://msuwma.com Contact: msuwma@gmail.com Song credits: Abstract Orchestra, Fancy Clown - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hYhN8is0Syg

He became president and CEO of Wendy's in 2016 after joining the organization in 2013. Prior to that, he held leadership positions with the Kellogg Company and Ford Motor Company. Penegor is a member of the Eli Broad College of Business Advisory Board. He earned a Bachelor of Arts in Accounting in 1987 and an MBA in Finance in 1989, both from MSU.“Growing up in the Upper Peninsula, I was focused on attending a Big Ten School,” says Penegor on the MSU Today podcast. “I looked at other schools but really knew that Michigan State was the school for me. I just felt comfortable there and I wasn't proven wrong. I loved being there my four years; I loved it so much I stayed there for graduate school.”Penegor talks about what it means to him to be a Spartan. And he talks about how important it is for alumni to give back to their alma mater. Penegor and his wife named The Todd and Jill Penegor Large Team Room on the ground floor of the Broad College's new Edward J. Minskoff Pavilion.“I think about how much opportunity my alma mater has created for me. The school gave back a lot more than knowledge. The relationships, the connections, the comradery, and the pride, I thought it was important with the success that I've been able to have in my career to make sure that we give back.”Penegor's advice for the graduates?“This year we spent a lot of time at Wendy's trying to figure out how we'll lead a little differently and lead in a more remote work environment. Some of the messages will be some of the messages that I've shared with my employees at the company this year with the field team that I've tried to connect to differently and with our franchise community. And what you're going to really see is communication is key. People want to still be connected in this virtual world.“You need to really be adaptable and flexible. We've all faced many curve balls during the year and you've had to manage through those, and you need to really be nimble to check and adjust to anything that's thrown your way. So you really have to find ways to master adversity a little bit differently. And one of the mantras I've had throughout this year is control what you can control and influence where you can. And if you can't influence or control it, don't worry about it. Just prepare for it. Have the contingency plans in place and as things come your way, build your plans to successfully manage through it.“And it's not easy to do that. It's easy to say it, but we're all learning to work a little bit differently. And for the students who are coming out of school this year, whether they're undergrad or the graduate students that I get to talk with, they've had this opportunity to learn to work in this environment. So they've already got a lot of those skill sets that they can bring to new organizations to not just survive, but to thrive moving forward.” And what about challenges and opportunities ahead for Wendy's and the restaurant industry?“We've been blessed. We're in the quick serve restaurant category so we've had the ability to manage a drive-through. We were deemed an essential service early on to help take some of the pressures off the grocery store. So when you think about why QSR plays such a great spot in today's world like speed, convenience, affordability, we play in those spots. The drive-through certainly helps. We can deliver food fast and in an efficient environment. At Wendy's we can differentiate on the quality of the food being fresh and never frozen beef and fresh cut vegetables, all at an affordable price. And when you think about the journey we're on to really compliment all of that, we launched breakfast earlier this year. A little challenging with the morning day part completely disrupted, but our breakfast is doing quite well behind our quality messaging.“The digital journey that we're on is about how do you make a more frictionless experience at the restaurant? How do you turn your parking lots into transaction centers? Whether that's mobile ordering, mobile grab-and-go, curbside delivery, or a loyalty program to connect the business on loyalty and frequency. Then for us it's how do we continue to provide more access to the brand? Unfortunately, a lot of restaurant brands are shutting down and we have opportunities to continue to grow. Whether that's in North America with unique and different formats complemented by technology, or growing our business outside of the US, those are all things the team's working on with a lot of opportunity going forward. And our higher purpose is to create joy and opportunity through our food, family, and community. And we're working hard to bring that to life every day.”And what about for higher education?“Learning is changing, right? How do we connect and communicate as things change? How do we work in this hybrid world that we'll all be working in in the future when it's a little bit virtual and it's a little bit in person? And when you have that environment, how do you teach, how do you communicate, how do you connect to make sure that everybody feels included, whether you're there in person or whether you're there by video? You have to make sure that it is a seamless discussion.“Everybody's going to look for a little more flexibility and look to connect a little bit differently, and we're going to have to learn how to teach in that environment. We're going to have to learn how to create working experiences in that environment and really ensure that our students have the skill set to communicate and break through in that hybrid environment.” MSU Today airs every Sunday morning at 9:00 on 105.1 FM, AM 870, and however you stream at home. Follow and subscribe at Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you get your podcasts.

Todd Penegor is president and CEO of Wendy's and a keynote speaker for the December 2020 master’s degree ceremony at MSU . A graduate of the Eli Broad College of Business , Penegor grew up in Iron Mountain in Michigan's Upper Peninsula where his father was a Wendy's franchisee.

Anthony Barst is an Investment Specialist at J.P. Morgan as well as a CFA charter holder. He is also a Spartan alumnus, graduating from the Eli Broad College of Business with a Bachelor's degree in finance LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthony-barst-cfa-715a2117 WMA website: http://msuwma.com Contact: msuwma@gmail.com Song credits: J Dilla: Last Donut of the Night - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ownXgkMQv8g

Today’s Hatchcast is Part Two of our special Diversity Is More Than a Buzzword miniseries. The interview you’re about to hear was recorded in July, about a week after the interview with Shaniqua Davis. (If you haven't already, check out Part One right now. It’s worth it.)In all of 2020’s tumult & uncertainty, the Hatchcast team decided to examine the subject of diversity. We wanted to find ways for entrepreneurs to see the lay of the land through perspectives listeners might not otherwise see. As a society, change only happens when we engage in perspective-taking. With perspective, we make better decisions. This two-part miniseries is intended to help one think through intentional decisions about company culture & the roles startups play in creating a better, more just, fair, & equitable world — for all of us.Our guest today is William Horton Anderson. William is the Assistant Director for Academic & Student Affairs for the Eli Broad College of Business’s Full-Time MBA Program. He’s also the faculty advisor for Spartan Pride, a student organization dedicated to building relationships between the Eli Broad College of Business student populations, faculty, staff, alumni, and corporations that are focused on LGBTQ+ awareness. Spartan Pride offers professional networking opportunities, promotes a safe and supportive environment for students, faculty, and staff, and facilitates professional development focused on the representation of LGBTQ+ individuals in Business.Join us this week as we discuss diversity and inclusion with our dear friend!________As always, you can keep up with all upcoming entrepreneurial events at Michigan State University, here: https://entrepreneurship.msu.edu/calendar/Love what you hear? Let us know. Subscribe, listen, and share the podcast widely. Want to share your thoughts with us about future episode topics? Email us at hatchcast@msu.edu.Hatchcast is brought to you by the Burgess Institute for Entrepreneurship & Innovation at Michigan State University, in collaboration with the MSU Entrepreneurship Association and MSU Women in Entrepreneurship.Original Music by Kakia GkoudinaMixed & Edited by Gabe Hales & Justice KeechCo-Created by Aaryn Richard, Tyler Mehigh, & Kurt Creger

Jon, Jeff, and Blake discuss why websites and social media are more important than ever before! Blake George (born April 16, 1987) is an American businessman, entrepreneur, and inventor. He is the founder of BMG Media Co. BMG Media Co., BMG Gaming, Crown Jewel Investments, and Unite Digital. George is also a key investor in Neptix, B-File™, and WebIron. He is known for his entrepreneurial spirit, client relations, and branding consultation expertise. Blake George was born and raised in West Bloomfield, MI during the early 1990s. George attended Cranbrook Schools, an elite college preparatory school located in Bloomfield Hills, MI, during his formative years. George later attended Michigan State University in 2005 and received his degree in General Business and Entrepreneurship from the Eli Broad College of Business. George founded BMG Media Co. in 2009 during the midst of America’s recession. He started his company to assist his fellow graduates and bolster their new businesses in the wake of the economic upheaval. His full-service branding, custom web design, software development, and e-commerce solutions company quickly became successful and allowed him to invest in other growing businesses. In 2013, George was a contestant on the popular television series Shark Tank with his new invention Magic Moments. Although his invention was not received well, George said the experience was integral to his growth as an entrepreneur and businessman. George currently works in Birmingham, Michigan. He is drawn to the vibrant entrepreneurial spirit that lives within the city. He continues to work, look for new investment opportunities, and provide consultation for small businesses and startup companies. Connect with Jon Dwoskin: Twitter: @jdwoskin Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jonathan.dwoskin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejondwoskinexperience/ Website: https://jondwoskin.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jondwoskin/ Email: jon@jondwoskin.com Get Jon’s Book: The Think Big Movement: Grow your business big. Very Big!   Connect with Blake George:Website: https://bmgmediaco.com

Costa Gianiodis is a senior finance major at Michigan State University at the Eli Broad College of Business and Treasurer of MSUWMA. Email: gianiod3@msu.edu LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/constantine-gianiodis WMA website: http://msuwma.com Contact: msuwma@gmail.com Song credits: J Dilla: Last Donut of the Night - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ownXg...

As rates continue to skyrocket in August, shippers are looking everywhere to understand what is happening. In this episode, Consulting Logistics host, Kyle MacNaught, will chat with Dr. Jason Miller, a tenured Associate Professor of Logistics and the John D. and Dortha J. Withrow Endowed Emerging Scholar at Michigan State University's Eli Broad College of Business, regarding his work in analyzing and forecasting truckload data. In this conversation we will discuss: Jason Background and work in logistics What factors are causing the current volatility Forecasting the future Links from Episode: Jason Miller LinkedIn

Supply Chain Basics with Jason Miller Jason Miller and Joe Lynch discuss supply chain basics. Jason is a professor of supply chain at Michigan State University, which is ranked as one of the top supply chain schools in the world. About Jason Miller Jason Miller (PhD The Ohio State University) is a tenured Associate Professor of Logistics and the John D. and Dortha J. Withrow Endowed Emerging Scholar at Michigan State University's Eli Broad College of Business. His primary research stream examines firms' logistics operations, with an emphasis on studying motor carrier safety, productivity, pricing dynamics, and driver turnover. Jason has been recognized with multiple awards for research and teaching. He was recognized as the undergraduate faculty member who had the greatest impact on students based on the 2017 graduating senior survey. The website Poets & Quants has recognized him as one of the top 40 undergraduate professors. Click here to see Jason’s profile on MSU’s website About Michigan State University, Department of Supply Chain Management Michigan State University is a public research university in East Lansing, Michigan. MSU was founded in 1855. Today, MSU is one of the largest universities in the United States and has approximately 634,300 living alumni worldwide. MSU’s Department of Supply Chain Management is the consistently ranked as the top supply chain management school in the country. The department educates students to succeed in careers such as procurement, manufacturing, inventory management, warehousing, transportation, and customer service. Students graduate with foundational knowledge across all areas of SCM, positioning them to work in multiple capacities for the top global companies. The business world views Broad’s graduates and faculty as the voice of the SCM field. Key Takeaways – Supply Chain Basics Supply Chain Definition A supply chain is a system of organizations, people, activities, information, and resources involved in supplying a product or service to a consumer. Supply chain activities involve the transformation of natural resources, raw materials, and components into a finished product that is delivered to the end customer. The Three Main Supply Chain Functions Sourcing and Procurement Supplier development Supplier selection Supplier relationships Scorecards Negotiations Commodities Operations Manufacturing strategies New product development Quality Project management Forecasting Production scheduling Service design Voice of the customer Logistics Transportation Carrier management Distribution design Channel selection Warehousing Inventory management Technology Learn More About Supply Chain Basics Jason Miller MSU Supply Chain Management Program The Logistics of Logistics Podcast If you enjoy the podcast, please leave a positive review, subscribe, and share it with your friends and colleagues. The Logistics of Logistics Podcast: Google, Apple, Castbox, Spotify, Stitcher, PlayerFM, Tunein, Podbean, Owltail, Libsyn, Overcast

Kristen is the Associate Director at the Russel Palmer Career Management Center at the Eli Broad College of Business. Helpful links can be found below Contact: msuwma@gmail.com | @msuwma WMA website: http://msuwma.com MSU Wealth Management Program: https://broad.msu.edu/finance/financi... Song credit: J Dilla; Last Donut Of The Night https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ownXgkMQv8g Working remotely & side gigs: https://careersherpa.net/best-sites-for-remote-work-and-side-gigs/ Companies hiring: https://www.themuse.com/advice/companies-hiring-during-coronavirus-covid-19?utm_source=morning_brew Start-Ups hiring: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/u/1/d/15vTgoKSDjOsyvyh_MMHyPN1kUBdkUlZFV_mQCmfF89Y/htmlview?urp%3Dgmail_link%23gid%3D1231545188&sa=D&ust=1586368529270000&usg=AOvVaw1bwqfg57NI6EKE_xGcav6V Companies with hiring freezes, including industries hiring; note that there may be differences by function or unit: https://candor.co/hiring-freezes/ Roles in Tech: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1GDNHnnL39S0IFbOmIsD-CntOJMYBf5JQ_tYch1VMrFI/edit#gid=0 Government essential Workers, hiring (May 2020): https://www.usajobs.gov/coronavirus?utm_source=morning_brew LinkedIn list of who's hiring right now (April 2020): (non-professional jobs to make money): https://www.linkedin.com/feed/news/heres-whos-hiring-right-now-4525187/ 500 Companies Hiring on Handshake (April 2020): https://learn.joinhandshake.com/students/hiring-on-handshake-500/ Leads for remote work opportunities for many majors: https://hireacademics.com/ GitHub crowd-sourced list of who's hiring - lots of notes about remote/virtual internships https://github.com/gcreddy42/hiring2020 Upwork: “connects professionals...to businesses seeking specialized talent” https://www.upwork.com/ Micro Internships: https://www.loom.com/share/d25c258d7d5d4c07b6032ebc1538c67a and https://www.parkerdewey.com/resources Recession-Proof Companies Hiring: https://managementconsulted.com/companies-hiring-near-me-recession-proof-jobs-available-now/?mc_cid=53abab5e8a&mc_eid=940a233da5 Volunteer in an industry or in a role related to your degree/major: https://communityengagedlearning.msu.edu/ https://www.volunteermatch.org/

Both Justin Halvorson & Justin Jackson are senior finance majors at the Eli Broad College of Business. Justin Halvorson: halvor24@msu.edu LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justin-halvorson-0421 Justin Jackson: jack1364@msu.edu LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justin-jackson-073174128 WMA website: http://msuwma.com Contact: msuwma@gmail.com Song credits: J Dilla: Last Donut of the Night - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ownXgkMQv8g Abstract Orchestra: Fancy Clown - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hYhN8is0Syg

Professor Schiestel is a the current CIO & co-founder of Grand Capital Advisors, and the Program Director of the Financial Planning and Wealth Management Program at the Eli Broad College of Business. @msuwma | msuwma@gmail.com | msuwma.com MSU Wealth Management Program: https://broad.msu.edu/finance/financial-planning-wealth-management/ Grand Capital Advisors: https://grandcapadvisors.com/ Song credit: J Dilla; Last Donut Of The Night https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ownXgkMQv8g

Our listeners keep asking us one question: What are folks actually doing with RTP® payments in their everyday lives? Today, we want to answer that question. In this episode of Payments Nerds, I speak with Jeff Rayis, Director of Treasury & Financial Management, Michigan State University, and Parker Nolan, FMI Scholar at Michigan State University’s Eli Broad College of Business. We discuss MSU's emergency student loan program and its use as an RTP network case study. Plus, we talk about: Why the emergency student loan program needed a boost  How Parker got in the Spartan Blockchain Innovation Competition How funds get delivered in real-time using the student loan app and the challenges the project had to overcome The future of RTP at MSU Why Jeff and Parker are total payments nerds.

On today's Midday Market Update, Michael Vincent and Kevin Hill are talking about the SONAR powered data, issues, and news that moves you. On this episode they’re joined by Jason Miller, Associate Professor of Logistics, Eli Broad College of Business, Michigan State University; Ruthie Amaru, CEO of the Freightos.com business unit; and Market Experts Andrew Cox, Anthony Smith, and Zach StricklandThis is a live interactive event, viewers are encouraged to comment and call-in during broadcasts Tuesdays and Thursdays at 12PM ET on FreightWaves Linkedin and Facebook, channels.WatchApple PodcastSpotifyMore FreightWaves Podcasts

Anna Rose Benson is a student in the Eli Broad College of Business at Michigan State University, majoring in Marketing and Spanish. Already during her time at MSU, she has participated in two education abroad programs, has become President of the student Marketing Association, and Senior Vice President of Delta Sigma Pi business fraternity. She plans to enter the Master of Science in Market Research program upon completion of her undergraduate degree. Anna Rose chose MSU and the Broad College not just because of their reputation, but also because of the experiential opportunities they offer and global networks of alumni. She has found her instructors to be experienced and caring individuals, and believes that the opportunities she’s given at MSU will help her to be a successful global brand manager upon completion of her studies. » Subscribe for More: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqNX... » Visit MBN website: https://www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ MBN ON SOCIAL: MBN YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqNX... Like MBN: https://www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork Follow MBN: https://twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ MBN Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

Melissa is a sophomore in the Broad College of Business with plans to study accounting and international business. Currently, she’e working as a student intern in the International Business Center in the Eli Broad College of Business at Michigan State University (MSU-IBC). Her job involves working with Michigan businesses to help them by providing international market research that helps drive their export plans and create or increase international sales. She credits her experience in the IBC with helping provide first-hand perspective on the concepts she learns in the classroom. Melissa currently plans on attending law school after graduation, and eventually working with U.S.-based multinational businesses to help them navigate the global legal environment. » Subscribe for More: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqNX... » Visit MBN website: https://www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ MBN ON SOCIAL: MBN YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqNX... Like MBN: https://www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork Follow MBN: https://twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ MBN Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

Accepted MBA admissions consultant Esmeralda Cardenal shares advice with applicants [Show summary] Esmeralda Cardenal, an Accepted consultant and former admissions professional at business schools around the U.S. and abroad, is an expert on both sides of the admissions process. In this episode, she shares her advice on improving your MBA applicant profile, applying to data science and analytics programs, and how applicants can prepare during this unconventional time for schools around the world. Hear expert tips for a stand-out application [Show notes] Esmeralda Cardenal is no stranger to Admissions Straight Talk. She was a guest shortly after joining Accepted and is returning to Admissions Straight Talk just about five years later. (Frankly, that's much too big a gap! A real omission on my part.) Prior to joining Accepted, Esmeralda Cardenal was the Associate Director of Admissions at Yale School of Management, the Director of MBA admissions at the Eli Broad College of Business at Michigan State, and then across the pond, she served as a consultant to the Cardiff Business School in the UK. In the last five years, she's become a much-loved consultant at Accepted, helping Accepted's clients who are applying to MBA, data science, and data analytics programs get accepted. What are your top tips for dealing with a low GPA? [2:17] The GPA is very, very important for the application. If you have a low GPA, there is not much you can do about it. You can't just go back and erase time. But there are ways that you can mitigate the impact of a low GPA in your application. So I would say the very first thing you could do is compensate for a low GPA with a strong score, with a strong GMAT or GRE. That would be the best thing. > (opens in a new tab)">> Another way could be, and you could do it in conjunction with a high score, would be to create alternative transcripts. By that I mean, take classes that are relevant to business school, like accounting, economics, statistics, calculus, and try to get solid A's on those. That would help you provide evidence that you can succeed academically at business school, and also, use the optional essay or the additional information essay. Sometimes they even provide a box in the application where you can explain what happened. As a former director of admissions, I can tell you that there is nothing better than having an applicant who can actually admit the situation because it tells you that the person did research and knew that they had a lower GPA than the rest of the class. So I would say admit that. Explain what happened. The admission's committee doesn't know you, so unless you tell them, they won't know what happened. Was that because of a family illness? Was it because you had to attend to a personal emergency that had you distracted for some time? Was it that you were maybe over-committed in some other extracurricular activities or sports, for example? Or was it that you have to work to support your schooling? Whatever it was, explain it in the optional essay, but also provide evidence of improvement. Mention the classes where you did well, or maybe you had an upward trend. Maybe the first two years were low, but the other two years were higher, and maybe talk about those classes you have taken outside, the alternative transcript that I mentioned, etc., so they can see that you took the right course of action and that you are ready to succeed academically in business school. hbspt.cta.load(58291, 'b6c9f876-0125-49b0-b2cf-3c5c8301554f', {}); When you have a low GMAT, then I would say the obvious would be to (we are in March right now) retake it. This is the perfect time to practice more to get the help of an online class, hire a tutor. You can do those things virtually now, so definitely prepare to retake. If you feel that you have taken it as many times as possible,

•Recorded live at the Gaynor Entrepreneurship Lab at MSU for Innovate State. January 22nd.,2020 •Jeffrey Epstein is an accomplished attorney, entrepreneur, and investor. He grew up in southeast Michigan and headed to the mid-Michigan area to attend Michigan State University, where, in 2004, he received his bachelor’s degree from the Eli Broad College of Business. From MSU, he went on to earn his Juris Doctorate from Chicago-Kent College of Law in 2007.Epstein sold his first online business in 2007—a success allowing him to pay back his student loans in full and blazing the path for his next venture, ZFERRAL, INC dba Ambassador Software (“Ambassador”), which, at the time of its creation in 2010, became a leading referral marketing platform used by some of the world’s most recognizable brands.Epstein and his team grew Ambassador Software to forty-five full-time employees and, in late 2018, the company was acquired by West Corporation.As a passionate entrepreneur, he has attended and participated in TechStars (NYC 2011), raising several million dollars along the way in VC funding. Although he has made mistakes in his time, Epstein now focuses on capitalizing and learning from them by consulting, investing, and helping other entrepreneurs learn and grow from the mistakes and troubles he has experienced throughout his career.hatchcastpodcast@gmail.com

Valerie McNamera is a first-year student at Michigan State University studying Business and International Relations/Pre-law. Valerie spent two weeks in Ireland over the summer in a program entitled “Globalization, Nationalism, and the Changing Face of International Trade” looking at Ireland’s place in the global business community and how it’s being affected by Brexit discussions. She is currently working as a student assistant in the International Business Center in the Eli Broad College of Business where she does research, assists with the globalEDGE website, and writes for the blog of trade issues. She wants to be an international business contract lawyer. This interview is part of a series with students about their experiences inside and outside of the classroom that prepare them for careers in international business. » Subscribe for More: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqNX... » Visit MBN website: https://www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ MBN ON SOCIAL: MBN YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqNX... Like MBN: https://www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork Follow MBN: https://twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ MBN Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

During this episode, You Me and Your Top Three host, Gregg Garrett, speaks with Ryan Sullivan, CEO of Xenith – an athlete-centric lifestyle brand that is an emerging challenger in the very competitive football market. Ryan speaks about how it is no longer good enough for CEOs to be incredible operators, but how they must now be transformation specialists. Ryan also opens up about what it’s like to hold the CEO position and the challenges of being at the top. Ryan shares his top three including his wife who is his foundational rock, journey-mates on the CEO path, and time-tested industry professionals. And, of course, Ryan shares advice for leaders and, specifically, how some of the best journeys start with being forced to ‘jump without a parachute’.  About ryan sullivan Ryan Sullivan has led the Xenith team as CEO since 2016. Every day, Ryan instills in himself and his team members three foundational qualities – passion, purpose and pride. These qualities drive Ryan and Xenith to pursue the mission of designing for the athlete. Ryan challenges his team of forward-thinkers to continuously create and innovate the best protective gear in sport. Ryan has grown the team to twice its size while leading Xenith’s major milestones including the company’s rebrand and its biggest selling season yet in 2019. Prior to joining Xenith, Ryan was VP of Business Development with Detroit-based Rock Ventures. In this role, Ryan was focused primarily on the evaluation, execution and financing of gaming and real estate activities within Dan Gilbert’s portfolio of companies. Ryan started his career on Wall Street as a financial analyst with Bank of America and an associate with private equity firm Vestar Capital Partners. A third generation Spartan, Ryan graduated with high honor from the Eli Broad College of Business and Honors College at Michigan State University, where he received his BA in Finance.  He is a proud resident of the City of Detroit, where he lives with his wife, daughter, and three sons. Show Highlights Segment 1: Overview 1:06        The journey to being brave and intentionally building relationships. 5:20        Ryan’s Story: “Jumped out of the airplane without a parachute - so to speak.” (Michigan State University.) 8:18        Becoming the CEO of Xenith – a leading designer, manufacturer and athletic brand. (Dan Gilbert. Rock Ventures.) 9:11        Ryan’s Personal Passions: Family. Athletics. Running. Segment 2: The “Top Three”   10:47      Ryan’s “Top Three”: His wife – His foundational rock who motivates and inspires him. 14:30      Ryan’s “Top Three”: Mike Vichich – An advisor and collaborator who is walking a similar path. (Wisely.) 17:30      Where it all started: Student Consulting for Non-Profit Organizations. (SCNO) 20:40      Ryan’s “Top Three”: Matt Cullen – True mentorship and a ‘never quit’ attitude. (Bedrock. JACK Entertainment. General Motors.) 25:03      Patterns of relationships: Intentionality and pre-investment. 26:45      The difference between networking and building relationships. 30:54      A lesson for leaders: Going through the tough times really brings groups of people together. 33:16      Ryan’s “Top Three”: Roger Holstein – Being challenged to drive success. (WebMD. Vestar Capital Partners.) Segment 3: Industry Disruption & Transformation   37:42      Xenith: “Designing outstanding products for the football athlete from head to ankle.” 39:54      How flag football and 7 on 7 are disrupting the football industry. 43:07      Esport’s impact on the physical game. 45:45      How to manage change and growth concurrently – ensure everyone knows the key goals, those things that are important, and roles and responsibilities to accomplish goals. (OKR Framework.)  48:55      Xenith: A Challenger Brand. 50:13      The CEO role – all about Transformation. 52:22      The challenges of being the CEO – Until you are there, it is hard to really understand the sense of responsibility. Segment 4: Wrapping Up 56:12      Advice to leaders: “Honor your relationships, invest in them.” 57:22      Advice to leaders: “Nothing in life is wasted.” 58:46      Connect with Ryan and Xenith! Additional Information Contact Ryan Sullivan: Ryan’s LinkedIn Ryan’s Twitter Contact Xenith: Xenith Website Xenith LinkedIn Xenith Twitter Xenith Instagram Contact Gregg Garrett: Gregg’s LinkedIn Gregg’s Twitter Gregg’s Bio Contact CGS Advisors: Website LinkedIn Twitter

During this episode, we speak with Ryan Schram, a leader in digital and influencer marketing and the Chief Operating Officer at IZEA Worldwide. Ryan speaks about the unique journey he and his colleagues took to disrupt an industry, form a new category and rise to the top. We discuss the celebrity influencers of today, the emerging role of the nano-influencer, as well as potential influencers of the future like artificial intelligence. Ryan highlights his ‘Top Three’ advisors and speaks about what it was like to grow up in a house that is filled with marketing and media juggernauts, what it’s like to work for, and partner with an industry visionary, and shares how spousal choice is critical for leaders beyond balancing work and home. And throughout the episode, Ryan shares several pieces of advice with the audience, including some of his most fundamental advice that was passed along at an early age from a Mad Men-esque character – Always Be Fabulous. About Ryan Schram As Chief Operating Officer, Ryan Schram provides day-to-day leadership and managerial oversight for IZEA – championing the needs of its team members, clients, partners, and creators around the world. Placing company culture and creativity at the center of his approach, Mr. Schram is responsible for the IZEA’s overall operational environment, including the Company’s client development, business development, marketing communications, human capital, and creator ecosystem organizations. He also leads the Company’s corporate business development growth strategy domestically and abroad. Schram was appointed to IZEA’s Board of Directors in November 2012. Nearing two decades of experience in the consumer marketing and technology space, Ryan has an established track record of driving growth, efficiency and profitability for leading- edge companies. In addition to his responsibilities at IZEA, Schram has been actively involved as a board member, advisor, and mentor in leading marketing technology companies, including TechStars Mobility, StageLeap, ProfitStreams, and Stratos. Prior to joining IZEA in September 2011 as the Company’s first-ever Chief Marketing Officer, Ryan served as Group Vice President at ePrize (now HelloWorld), the prominent digital engagement agency that was acquired by private equity firm Catteron Partners in August 2012. Previous to ePrize, Ryan held a variety of leadership positions at CBS/Westwood One and Clear Channel Media + Entertainment (now iHeartMedia). His work has been regularly featured in the Wall Street Journal, Fast Company, Entrepreneur, AdAge, and ADWEEK. A proud Spartan, Ryan is a graduate of the Eli Broad College of Business at Michigan State University (B.A., Management). Show Highlights Segment 1: Introduction 1:25        The Connecting World – a story built on data in a world built on humans. 3:59        The journey of a “self-aware nerd” through integrated marketing, sales enablement, and executive leadership. (iHeartRadio. HelloWorld. IZEA (NASDAQ: IZEA).) Segment 2: Brave Leadership & the “Top Three” 6:46        Ryan’s “Top Three”: Bill Burton – The professional product mover. Always “Be fabulous.” (Don Draper – Mad Men.) 16:14      Ryan’s “Top Three”: Ted Murphy –  “The most dangerous man in the room” – a leader in the creator economy. 23:04      Challenging each other is central to any professional dynamic. 25:30      Ryan’s “Top Three”: Steve Schram – Hold yourself accountable for maximizing the gifts that you have. 32:51      Ryan’s “Top Three”: Jamie Schram – Being a business pair. 37:18      Hiring in the ‘shoulders up’ economy. Part 3: Industry Disruption & Transformation 41:11      “Always about the content, not the clutter.” 43:00      The roles of the macro influencers (celebrities & athletes) and the micro/nano influencers. 49:20      Bots and artificial intelligence as influencers. Part 5: Wrapping up 51:26      IZEA’s journey to going public. 54:30      Advice on going public (and beyond): “Be curious, be brave enough to realize that it’s like getting a graduate degree every 1-2 quarters in something totally different.” 59:02      “Don’t confuse  your title for your importance and the value you can bring to the team members you serve.” (Servant Leadership). 1:00:51  “Failure is one of life’s great gifts.” – Ted Murphy 1:02:06  Follow IZEA and Ryan! (IZEAx 3.0. Influencer Insights.) Additional Information Contact Ryan: Ryan’s LinkedIn Ryan’s Twitter Contact IZEA IZEA’s Twitter IZEA’s Instagram IZEA’s LinkedIn Contact Gregg Garrett: Gregg’s LinkedIn Gregg’s Twitter Gregg’s Bio Contact CGS Advisors: Website LinkedIn Twitter

Blake George is the founder of BMG Media Co., BMG Gaming, Crown Jewel Investments, and Unite Digital. He is also a key investor in Neptix, B-File, and Weblron. George is known for his entrepreneurial spirit, client relationships, and branding consultation expertise.   Blake George was born and raised in West Bloomfield, MI during the early 1990s. He attended Cranbrook Schools, an elite college preparatory school located in Bloomfield Hills, MI during his formative years. George later attended Michigan State University in 2005 and received his degree in General Business and Entrepreneurship from the Eli Broad College of Business.   George founded BMG Media Co. in 2009 during the midst of America’s recession. He started his company to assist his fellow graduates and bolster their new businesses in the wake of the economic upheaval. His full-service branding, custom web design, software development, and e-commerce solutions company quickly became successful and allowed him to invest in other growing businesses. In 2013, George was a contestant on the popular television series Shark Tank with his new invention Magic Moments. Although his invention was not received well, George said the experience was integral to his growth as an entrepreneur and a businessman.   George currently works in Birmingham, Michigan. He is drawn to the vibrant entrepreneurial spirit that lives within the city. He continues to work, look for new investment opportunities, and provide consultation for small businesses and startup companies. Connect with Blake George: Website: https://bmgmediaco.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/bmgmediaco LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/blakemgeorge Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bmgmediaco Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bmgmediaco/   Connect with Jon Dwoskin: Website: http://jondwoskin.com/ Twitter: @jdwoskin Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jonathan.dwoskin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Thejondwoskinexperience/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jondwoskin/

An MBA doesn't just move you up in your existing career silo; it can also be thesledgehammer that breaks you out of that silo and into new career paths. Marla McGraw from the Eli Broad College of Business at Michigan State University shares her related insights with Poets&Quants.

Entrepreneurship means coming up with new ways of doing things, and even new things to do. That's why it's central to a modern day business person's mindset. Ken Szymusiak from the Eli Broad College of Business at Michigan State University shares his related insights with Poets&Quants.

In an era of rapid change, education isn't a designation, but an ongoing process, and an MBA is a big part of that process. Vallabh Sambamurthy from the Eli Broad College of Business at Michigan State University shares his related insights with Poets&Quants.

An MBA is challenging, but it's also collaborative and can have a family-like feel with your fellow cohorts. MBA student Fadi Francis from the Eli Broad College of Business at Michigan State University shares his related insights with Poets&Quants.

“Creative Mortgage Solutions for Retirement” with JASON YOUROFSKYWe are thrilled to welcome founder of Atlantis Mortgage, JASON YOUROFSKY, this month on Smart Women Talk Radio.•Why a reverse or forward mortgage might be something to explore before or during retirement.•With rates rising, how to make the best choice when looking at mortgage options.•Common mortgage mistakes people make.Jason Yourofsky began his career in the mortgage industry in 1997 fresh out of Michigan State University’s Eli Broad College of Business. He learned the ins and outs of the mortgage industry at a “small lender” for four years before founding Atlantis Mortgage in 2001 where it was formed under the premise of “No Closing Cost Purchase or Refinance” because Jason noticed people were looking for an alternative to the big banks fees and cost, so he created the no cost, no fee purchase or refinance. Jason and his team have closed $2 billion dollars in mortgages within the state of Michigan and another $250 million in refinances and purchases outside of Michigan. To Learn more about Jason, go to atlantismortgage.com

When looking for MBA programs, should you go to a large institution with massiveresources, or work with a small group that allows you to stand out? You can do both! Cheri DeClercq from the Eli Broad College of Business at Michigan State University shares her related insights with Poets&Quants.

"Business Negotiations" with insights from top experts; Jenn Dunn of Michigan State University's Eli Broad College of Business, Kim Laforet of The Laforet Team, and Thomas Hamp of AdviCoach of Mid-Michigan. Als, our daily "Ask Phil" segment with Phil Zeller of Dale Carnegie - Michigan. Then, Michael Patrick Shiels talks economics with David Littman, Mackinaw Center Senior Economist. #AskBizRap

In our first episode of Broad Matters (formerly the Spartan BizCast), Don and Caroline sit down with Jason Miller, Assistant Professor of Supply Chain Management at the Eli Broad College of Business, to talk about the economic impact that comes as a result of natural disasters.  Music: "Upbeat Energetic Uplifting Pop" by pinkzebra For more from Broad Matters and The Broad College of Business, subscribe to this podcast on iTunes and Google Play.

LAGUNA BEACH, CA – Fortune 100 Executive Michael Kotick (D – Orange County) has launched his campaign for the U.S. Congress in California’s 48th Congressional District. Michael Kotick has an impressive track record. At 33, he has developed and managed over $1 billion dollars of business. He became one of the youngest executives in Fortune 100’s Nestlé pioneering new business models, and he designed and implemented an ongoing Orange County-based national program that addresses two critical issues: veteran employment and an auto industry technician shortage.Michael Kotick is also author of a new book that outlines business strategies for the ever-evolving digital and social media age "Opportunities for our future are being neglected. I am running for office because the politics of yesterday are not the solutions for tomorrow. Business is evolving in unprecedented ways, along with the skills required to support its growth. We need to unite in action to ensure our economy thrives and our compassion for community deepens. I will fight for families and businesses in Orange County so they are protected, healthy, and prepared to succeed." Through fresh leadership and the courage of conviction, Michael Kotick is dedicated to moving Orange County forward. He now asks Orange County voters to join his Congressional campaign to best represent the needs and hopes of California’s 48th District. About Michael Kotick Michael Kotick is a New Generation leader. At 33, the southern California native and Laguna Beach resident has developed and managed over $1 billion dollars in business, while skyrocketing through the ranks of Fortune 100 giant Nestlé to become one of its youngest executives. Michael is also author of an innovative new book on business development in a digital and social media age. Declaring his Democratic candidacy for California’s 48th Congressional race, he brings a refreshing, candid voice to his District (Orange County): “Walls of no height nor intolerance to any degree will shield Americans from the need to advance in this increasingly complex world. Orange County can become a shining example of our nation’s strength and a united voice for our future.” Michael Kotick’s long-standing interest in business and public policy is built upon a formal economics education and includes two postgraduate degrees -- an MBA in Marketing and Finance from Michigan State University’s Eli Broad College of Business, and a Masters in Global Management from the Thunderbird School of Global Management. He also has a Behavioral Economics Certification from Universidad del Salvador in Buenos Aires, Argentina. In almost every year of business and schooling, Michael Kotick has received accolades for his leadership. He created a pioneering Orange County corporate partnership that guarantees job interviews for US Army Veterans when challenged to help solve an automotive industry labor shortage. He co-founded a new chapter of the Make-A-Wish Foundation. He was Student Body President in high school, Class President at Michigan State University, Student Body President while receiving his MBA, and helped his team win a Division One Big 10 Soccer Championship. At this critical time, Michael Kotick is inspired to public service. Encouraged by fellow business leaders, colleagues and family, he now asks Orange County voters to join his Congressional campaign to best represent the values and interests of California’s 48th District. Media queries Contact: Popular Press Media Group, 310-860-7774 KotickForCongress@ppmg.info Media on deadline only: 310-600-0575 Social handles: Facebook: facebook.com/kotickforcongress Instagram: @kotickforcongress Twitter: @kotick4congress #KotickforCongress, #Flip48, #StandUnited, #OCUnited www.KotickforCongress.com

Barry M. Staw, Professor Emeritus at the Haas School of Business, talks about his life and career with Frederick P. Morgeson, Eli Broad Professor of Management at the Eli Broad College of Business at Michigan State University.

Barry M. Staw, Professor Emeritus at the Haas School of Business, talks about his life and career with Frederick P. Morgeson, Eli Broad Professor of Management at the Eli Broad College of Business at Michigan State University.

Barry M. Staw, Professor Emeritus at the Haas School of Business, talks about his life and career with Frederick P. Morgeson, Eli Broad Professor of Management at the Eli Broad College of Business at Michigan State University.

Barry M. Staw, Professor Emeritus at the Haas School of Business, talks about his life and career with Frederick P. Morgeson, Eli Broad Professor of Management at the Eli Broad College of Business at Michigan State University.

Barry M. Staw, Professor Emeritus at the Haas School of Business, talks about his life and career with Frederick P. Morgeson, Eli Broad Professor of Management at the Eli Broad College of Business at Michigan State University. Read Dr. Staw's perspectives article with our compliments: http://arevie.ws/barrystaw

Barry M. Staw, Professor Emeritus at the Haas School of Business at the University of California, Berkeley, talks to Frederick P. Morgeson, Professor at the Eli Broad College of Management at Michigan State University and Editor of the Annual Review of Organizational Psychology and Organizational Behavior.

Barry M. Staw, Professor Emeritus at the Haas School of Business at the University of California, Berkeley, talks to Frederick P. Morgeson, Professor at the Eli Broad College of Management at Michigan State University and Editor of the Annual Review of Organizational Psychology and Organizational Behavior.

Barry M. Staw, Professor Emeritus at the Haas School of Business at the University of California, Berkeley, talks to Frederick P. Morgeson, Professor at the Eli Broad College of Management at Michigan State University and Editor of the Annual Review of Organizational Psychology and Organizational Behavior.

Barry M. Staw, Professor Emeritus at the Haas School of Business at the University of California, Berkeley, talks to Frederick P. Morgeson, Professor at the Eli Broad College of Management at Michigan State University and Editor of the Annual Review of Organizational Psychology and Organizational Behavior.

Barry M. Staw, Professor Emeritus at the Haas School of Business at the University of California, Berkeley, talks to Frederick P. Morgeson, Professor at the Eli Broad College of Management at Michigan State University and Editor of the Annual Review of Organizational Psychology and Organizational Behavior.

Barry M. Staw, Professor Emeritus at the Haas School of Business, talks about his life and career with Frederick P. Morgeson, Eli Broad Professor of Management at the Eli Broad College of Business at Michigan State University.

Barry M. Staw, Professor Emeritus at the Haas School of Business, talks about his life and career with Frederick P. Morgeson, Eli Broad Professor of Management at the Eli Broad College of Business at Michigan State University.

Benjamin Schneider, Distinguished Scholar in Residence at the Eller College of Management of the University of Arizona and Senior Research Fellow at CEB-Valtera, and Lyman Porter, Full Professor Emeritus at the Paul Merage School of Business of the University of California, Irvine, talk about their life and career with Frederick Morgeson, Eli Broad Professor of Management at the Eli Broad College of Business of the University of Michigan. They discuss their beginnings as researchers in the field of organizational science and how their friendship developed since the 1960s. Addressing young scholars, they give their recommendations for a successful career.