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For the most powerful voice in business in Michigan. The Michigan Chamber Business Brief. Jim Holcomb is the Chamber President and CEO. Michigan Chamber voted most effective membership org again - 20 years running. Top issues of the day facing businesses. MAKE YOUR VOICE HEARD! JOIN TODAY!!!

Lorri Rishar, MBA, Owner & CEO, EDGE Partnerships, Lansing, Marquette, Chicago, Becky Burtka, VP of member engagement, Michigan Chamber, Lansing, MI. Co-Hosts of the new MBN show "BOLD LeadHERS" Following tradition for Michigan Business Network, the pair of hosts, spend their first two segments of the first episode with Chris Holman founder and CEO of MBN. He interviewed them in Segment 1 Lorri, Becky welcome, and congratulations on your new show, start us off by sharing each of your backgrounds? Those are great careers, tell me about the new show "BOLD LeadHERS"? Who is a typical guest we can expect from the show? Please stick around, in segment two you're going to step into the host job, and interview me (part 2) Chris turned the show over to Lorri and Becky: Lorri, Becky you have some questions for me? Chris, you've had quite a career, you heard the premise of our show, what was the state of women leaders and women in business when you began your career? What changes have you seen over the years? Can you discuss your time supporting women headed for leadership roles? Where are things now? Any other reflections as we begin this show? Segment 3: Lorri interviews Becky about her personal and professional journey highlights. Segment 4: Becky interviews Lorri as she did in Segment 3. Segment 5: Why this show and why now. Share their thoughts re: women's progress, opportunities and challenges. Segment 6: Discuss types of people they will have on the show and what listeners have to look forward to. Lorri Rishar Jandron and Becky Burtka launch their new show, Bold LeadHERs. Overall here and going forward: This show will focus on two Lansing business leaders who are collaborating on a dynamic new show on the Michigan Business Network (MBN) that shines a light on the complex issues — and exciting opportunities — encountered by women in leadership roles. BOLD LeadHERS uses BOLD as an acronym, standing for Breaking barriers, Owning your path, Leading with confidence and Delivering results. Hosts Becky Burtka and Lorri Rishar Jandron, MBA, look forward to sharing their and others' candid insights with listeners. » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/@MichiganbusinessnetworkMBN » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

February 27, 2025 ~ Jim Holcomb, president and CEO of the Michigan Chamber of Commerce, talks with Guy and Lloyd to offer critical insights in regard to the State of the State address, and shed light on how potential tax increases could affect Michigan's economic growth and job creation.

February 26, 2025 ~ Jim Holcomb, President and CEO of Michigan Chamber of Commerce previews tonight's State of the State with Terry Rhadigan and Glenn Stevens.

Uniting the Voices of Chambers and Economic Leaders Across Northern Michigan and the Upper PeninsulaOn this episode we chat with Haley Bennett, Director of Government Relations for Traverse Connect and the Norther Michigan Chamber Alliance, about how Traverse Connect is supporting area businesses through a combination of business attraction and retention strategies, talent development efforts, and strategic coordination among partner agencies. Bennett also serves as the Director of Government Relations for the Northern Michigan Chamber Alliance, a coalition of 18 chambers and economic development organizations from across northern Michigan. We learn how the coalition exists to advocate for rural northern Michigan and move forward rural-centric business policy.

For the most powerful voice in business in Michigan. The Michigan Chamber Business Brief. Wendy Block, Senior VP of Business Advocacy for Michigan Chamber. Chamber eyes top priorities in Michigan. MAKE YOUR VOICE HEARD!! JOIN TODAY!!!

January 10, 2025 ~ State lawmakers are busy trying to make changes to the upcoming minimum wage and paid sick leave laws that will take effect next month. Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie talk with Wendy Block from the Michigan Chamber of Commerce about the proposed legislation from the House and Senate.

Business Community Disappointed in Lame Duck Legislature's Unemployment Tax Increase - Job Providers Michigan Business Beat | Three Organizations Share Concerns over Lansing Lame Duck Session. Chris Holman welcomes Kelli Saunders, Vice President Policy & Engagement, SBAM - Small Business Association of Michigan, Wendy Block, senior VP of business advocacy, Michigan Chamber, and Joshua (Josh) Lunger, Vice President of Government Affairs, Grand Rapids Chamber. The three organizations joining in on this interview were a part of six Michigan organizations among Business Community Disappointed in Lame Duck Legislature's Unemployment Tax Increase on Job Providers. Welcome Kelli, Wendy, Josh, bring us up to speed on why your three organizations are among six reacting to the legislature's action? LEO was sharing the state's positive view on the action, but what should the business community be concerned about? Is there any action your organizations or the business community can take? What's next on these topics? » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Watch MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/@MichiganbusinessnetworkMBN » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

For the most powerful voice in business in Michigan. The Michigan Chamber Business Brief. Wendy Block, Senior VP of Business Advocacy for Michigan Chamber. Lame Duck Session.

December 18, 2024 ~ According to a new report from Northwood University and the Michigan Chamber of Commerce, Michigan is the pizza capital of the U.S., if not the world! Guy and Lloyd talk with Northwood's department of entrepreneurship and franchising management chair Jim Hop about the top pizza chains that all have roots in Michigan.

December 11, 2024 ~ Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie talk with Michigan Chamber of Commerce vice president Wendy Block about the state legislature addressing earned sick time, minimum and tipped wages, and unemployment benefits, and how all of it would hurt businesses around the state.

December 11, 2024 ~ The Michigan Chamber of Commerce has concerns over bills that the Michigan Legislature is considering that includes policy changes that could devastate Michigan's economy and workers. Wendy Block joins Kevin to discuss their concerns and the impact on Michigan.

Bob Thomas, COO of the Michigan Chamber of Commerce, discussed strategies for negotiating compensation and benefits in the chamber industry. He emphasized understanding market rates, including private sector comparables, and having transparent conversations with supervisors and boards. Thomas suggested alternatives like performance bonuses, flexible work schedules, and professional development budgets. He advised seasoned professionals to document their impact and align requests with organizational goals. Thomas also stressed the importance of not working for free and considering career changes if alignment with personal goals is lacking.  Full show notes are at: chamberchatpodcast.com/episode307 Please support this podcast by supporting our sponsors. Bringing Local Back bringinglocalback.com Community Matters, Inc. chamberchatpodcast.com/podcast App My Community appmycommunity.com/chamberchat Chamber Nation chambernation.com Swypit chamberchatpodcast.com/cc Izzy West, LLC theizzywest.com  

In the final days of Michigan's Democratic trifecta, should lawmakers take up labor reform surrounding post-injury workers' compensation and unemployment benefits? MIRS talks to state Sen. John Cherry, a Flint Democrat, about the changes that are being considered (1:56).  Also, Robert Schneider of Michigan's Citizens Research Council and Lisa Kats, an entrepreneurship consultant, report that Michigan is lagging behind its peers when it comes to nurturing a successful innovation and entrepreneurship environment in the state (19:07).  MIRS additionally talks to Michael Alaimo of the Michigan Chamber of Commerce and Rich Bowman of the Nature Conservancy. They want a state regulatory system for storing carbon dioxide emissions (42:19) 

For the most powerful voice in business in Michigan. The Michigan Chamber Business Brief. Jim Holcomb is the Chamber President and CEO. The results are in: Michigan Republicans break historic democratic trifecta. Time to chart Michigan's future together – Michigan Chamber statement on general election results   MAKE YOUR VOICE HEARD!!! JOIN TODAY!!!

November 7, 2024 ~ Guy and Lloyd talk with Michigan Chamber of Commerce president Jim Holcomb about what another Donald Trump presidency could bring for manufacturing and the auto industry, and how the state House's shift to Republicans will address issues like sick leave and population decline in Michigan.

Chris Holman welcomes Pat O'Keefe, CEO and Founder of O'Keefe, Bloomfield Hills, MI. He had several questions for Pat in this conversation: What motivated O'Keefe to host this economic summit? Who are the speakers? What are they going to talk about? Who should attend? What are the details and how do folks register? Pat's organization is sponsoring an event in the coming days, and you can attend! O'Keefe, Northwood University, and DBusiness are partnering to host "The State of the Economy and Role of Government in Emerging Markets" a special presentation on Oct. 29 in Troy, Michigan. Speakers will include Michigan economist Dr. Timothy G. Nash, vice president emeritus and director of The McNair Center for the Advancement of Free Enterprise and Entrepreneurship at Northwood University, and Jim Holcomb, president and CEO of the Michigan Chamber of Commerce. They will discuss what strategies can enhance U.S. and Michigan competitiveness in a post-November world. The event will be moderated by Pat O'Keefe, CEO and founder of O'Keefe, a transactional strategic and financial advisory firm, alongside Dr. Kent MacDonald, president of Northwood University, a private, nonprofit, accredited institution dedicated to developing free-enterprise leaders who drive future global economic and social progress. "As America's Free Enterprise University, Northwood is thrilled to participate in a forward-looking event that will benefit all who live and work within our great state and beyond" MacDonald stated. Register at https://www.okeefellc.com/events/ The event will take place from 7:30 to 9:30 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 29, at the San Marino Club, located at 1685 E. Big Beaver Road in Troy, Michigan. » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCqNX… » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

For the most powerful voice in business in Michigan. The Michigan Chamber Business Brief. Wendy Block, Senior VP of Business Advocacy for Michigan Chamber. Election and Lame Duck Preview   MAKE YOUR VOICE HEARD!!! JOIN TODAY!! 

Vic Verchereau welcomes Pat O'Keefe, who is the CEO and Founder of O'Keefe. Pat O'Keefe brings a powerful and compelling view to the Leadership Lowdown as he shares the headlines from a program his organization is sponsoring and you can attend! O'Keefe, Northwood University, and DBusiness are partnering to host "The State of the Economy and Role of Government in Emerging Markets" a special presentation on Oct. 29 in Troy, Michigan. Speakers will include Michigan economist Dr. Timothy G. Nash, Vice President Emeritus and Director of The McNair Center for the Advancement of Free Enterprise and Entrepreneurship at Northwood University, and Jim Holcomb, President and CEO of the Michigan Chamber of Commerce. They will discuss what strategies can enhance U.S. and Michigan competitiveness in a post-November world. The event will be moderated by Pat O'Keefe, CEO and Founder of O'Keefe, a transactional strategic and financial advisory firm, alongside Dr. Kent MacDonald, President of Northwood University, a private, nonprofit, accredited institution dedicated to developing free-enterprise leaders who drive future global economic and social progress. "As America's Free Enterprise University, Northwood is thrilled to participate in a forward-looking event that will benefit all who live and work within our great state and beyond" MacDonald stated. The event will take place from 7:30 to 9:30 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 29, at the San Marino Club, located at 1685 E. Big Beaver Road in Troy, Michigan. But get a preview of the event right here on the Leadership Lowdown with Vic Verchereau. Register at: https://www.okeefellc.com/events/ » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/@MichiganbusinessnetworkMBN » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

October 11, 2024 ~ Yesterday, Donald Trump address the Detroit Economic Club. Jim Holcomb, President and CEO of the Michigan Chamber, recaps the speech with Kevin.

Originally uploaded August 30th For Media Business Episode 77: Tony Conley welcomes back Mr. Patrick L. Anderson founded Anderson Economic Group in 1996 and currently serves as the company's principal and chief executive officer. Anderson Economic Group is one of the most recognized boutique consulting firms in the United States, and has been a consultant for states such as Michigan, Kentucky, North Carolina, Wisconsin and Ohio; the Province of Ontario; manufacturers that include General Motors, Ford, DaimlerChrysler, Honda; retailers such as Meijer and Kmart; telecommunications companies such as SBC and AT&T; utilities like ITC; the University of Michigan, University of Chicago, and other colleges and universities; and franchisees of Anheuser-Busch, Molson, Coors, Miller, Harley-Davidson, Mercedes-Benz, Suzuki, Cadillac, Chevrolet, Ford, Lincoln, and Avis products. Mr. Anderson has written over 100 published works, including the Economics of Business Valuation from Stanford University Press. Five of his articles, “Pocketbook Issues and the Presidency,” “The Value of Private Businesses in the United States,” “Policy Uncertainty and Persistent Unemployment,” “Firm Strategy and Business Location Decisions: Comparing Modern and Traditional Methods,” and “Blue Smoke and Seers: Measuring Latent Demand for Cannabis Products in a Partially Criminalized Market” have earned awards for outstanding writing from the National Association of Business Economics. Mr. Anderson has taken a leading role in several major public policy initiatives in his home state. He was the author of the 1992 Term Limit Amendment to the Michigan Constitution, and the 2006 initiated law that repealed the state's 4-decade-old Single Business Tax. His firm's work resulted in a wage increase for home help workers in 2006, the creation of a Michigan EITC in 2008, and the repeal of the item pricing law in 2011. Before founding Anderson Economic Group, Mr. Anderson was the deputy budget director for the State of Michigan under Governor John Engler, and chief of staff for the Michigan Department of State. Mr. Anderson is a graduate of the University of Michigan, where he earned a Master of Public Policy degree and a Bachelor of Arts degree in political science. He is a member of the National Association for Business Economics and the National Association of Forensic Economists. The Michigan Chamber of Commerce awarded Mr. Anderson its 2006 Leadership Michigan Distinguished Alumni award for his civic and professional accomplishments. The University of Michigan, Ford School of Public Policy awarded him its Neil Staebler Award for civic participation in 2014. This conversation discusses a comparison of Trump and Harris's economic policies, why economists disagree on policies, and how national debt is affecting the U.S. economy. » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCqNX… » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/ Thank you to Benjamin Robinson and Motor City Skyline's music

August 9, 2024 ~ The expansion of the paid sick leave law could have a bigger impact on businesses than the minimum wage increase. Wendy Block, Vice President of Business Advocacy and Member Engagement for the Michigan Chamber of Commerce, joins Kevin and Tom to explain why this is.

August 1, 2024 ~ Michigan will have a 20% increase in minimum wage in 2025, after the Michigan Supreme Court upheld a two petition-backed initiatives the state legislature approved in 2018. Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie talk with Michigan Chamber of Commerce vice president Wendy Block about how this will impact local restaurants, and what can be done to change the law before February 2025.

August 1, 2024 ~ Following yesterday's Supreme Court ruling on minimum wage, Jim Holcomb, President and CEO of Michigan Chamber of Commerce, joins Kevin and Tom to discuss what this means for Michigan businesses.

I'm not a financial advisor; Superpowers for Good should not be considered investment advice. Seek counsel before making investment decisions.Watch the show on television by downloading the e360tv channel app to your Roku, AppleTV or AmazonFireTV. You can also see it on YouTube.When you purchase an item, launch a campaign or create an investment account after clicking a link here, we may earn a fee. Engage to support our work. Dunamis Charge is an advertiser.Devin: What is your superpower?Natalie: I truly believe, Devin, that my superpower is faith.In today's episode of Superpowers for Good, I had the pleasure of speaking with Natalie King, the dynamic Founder and CEO of Dunamis Charge. Natalie's passion and commitment to electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure are truly inspiring, and her insights highlight the importance of equitable access to EV charging stations.Natalie emphasized the “chicken and the egg” scenario that has hindered the widespread adoption of EVs. While EV adoption rates have not met initial expectations, she pointed out that this is largely due to insufficient EV infrastructure. This gap presents a unique opportunity for Dunamis Charge to step in and make a significant impact. As she put it, “You do have real range anxiety for EV drivers and for those interested in purchasing an EV but won't because the EV infrastructure is not there.”Dunamis Charge is not just another player in the EV market; it is a trailblazer focused on serving underserved communities. Natalie passionately described how Dunamis Charge is leveraging billions of dollars in federal investment to create reliable and accessible EV charging stations. By setting up a manufacturing plant in Detroit, Dunamis Charge is not only addressing the infrastructure gap but also creating jobs and supporting local communities. “We are uniquely positioned to take advantage of all of the billions of dollars being invested right now in this EV infrastructure industry and to make it well and to make it right here in America and to employ workers from America to build it,” Natalie shared.Moreover, Natalie's commitment to environmental justice is evident in her approach. Dunamis Charge's “Communities in Charge” program partners with faith-based and nonprofit organizations to educate and engage communities about the benefits of EVs. This initiative ensures that the transition to EVs is inclusive and beneficial for all. As Natalie eloquently put it, “We want to be that bridge to those communities because we already work in those communities, we hire from those communities, and we believe that we can bring the EV deployment as an opportunity.”In essence, Dunamis Charge is not only solving the current EV infrastructure challenges but also paving the way for a more inclusive and sustainable future. Natalie King's visionary leadership and dedication to equitable access make her a true changemaker in the EV industry. I am excited to see how Dunamis Charge will continue to transform the landscape of EV infrastructure and make electric vehicles a reality for everyone.Dunamis Charge is conducting a regulated investment crowdfunding offering on Rise Up Crowdfunding.tl;dr:1. Guest Introduction and Topic Overview: Devin introduces Natalie King, the CEO of Dunamis Charge, emphasizing her role in the electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure industry in Detroit. They discuss the growing demand and the issues around EV adoption and charging infrastructure.2. Challenges in EV Adoption: Natalie explains the "chicken and egg" issue with EV adoption and charging infrastructure. Despite investments, the anticipated growth rate for EV adoption has not been met, causing some to pull back on infrastructure investments. However, she sees this as an opportunity for Dunamis Charge to address range anxiety and ensure reliable EV infrastructure.3. Focus on Equity and Inclusion: Dunamis Charge aims to bring EV infrastructure to underserved and underrepresented communities. Leveraging initiatives like the Inflation Reduction Act and the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, Natalie speaks about promoting environmental justice and ensuring all communities benefit from EV infrastructure.4. Community Engagement and Education: Natalie discusses the "Communities in Charge" program, which partners with organizations to bring EV education and charging solutions to faith-based and nonprofit groups. This initiative includes educating communities about the benefits of EV adoption and providing information on incentives and economic opportunities.5. Company Growth and Future Plans: Natalie highlights Dunamis Charge's progress, including a forecast for significant revenue growth and ongoing efforts to expand their EV charging solutions across various states. The discussion also covers the company's crowdfunding campaign on Rise Up Crowdfunding to enable broader community investment and support for their mission.How to Develop Faith As a SuperpowerNatalie King's superpower is her unwavering faith. This faith has guided her through numerous challenges in the clean energy technology space, particularly as a minority woman in a field with few peers. Her faith propels her to persevere, innovate, and give back to the community, even when the path ahead is unclear.Natalie shared a compelling story about her struggle to secure capital for Dunamis Charge. Despite numerous banks praising her business concept and her vision, they repeatedly turned her down due to various reasons. This recurring disappointment was challenging, but her faith kept her determined. Natalie believes that resources follow passion and vision, which eventually helped her overcome these financial hurdles.Tips for Developing the Superpower:* Persevere Through Challenges: Keep moving forward even when the path is unclear and obstacles arise.* Maintain a Vision: Have a clear vision of your goals and believe in them, even if others do not immediately see the potential.* Seek Support: Connect with people and organizations that believe in your mission and can offer support.* Prepare in Advance: Secure resources before you need them to avoid last-minute challenges.* Trust the Process: Have faith that if you are doing what you are meant to do, everything will eventually work out.By following Natalie's example and advice, you can make faith a skill. With practice and effort, you could make it a superpower that enables you to do more good in the world.Remember, however, that research into success suggests that building on your own superpowers is more important than creating new ones or overcoming weaknesses. You do you!Guest ProfileNatalie King  (she/her):Founder and CEO, Dunamis ChargeAbout Dunamis Charge: To make high-quality, affordable EV charging solutions accessible everywhere.Dunamis Charge takes great pride in empowering individuals and enhancing their mobility, with a strong emphasis on energy cost savings for our customers across various sectors. We are committed to making best-in-class, cost-effective EV charging solutions available while benefiting our planet.Dunamis Charge aims to transform lives with world-class, dependable EV charging technology. We are dedicated to revolutionizing how people access energy. Our goal is to create a world where going electric is easy and accessible for everyone, whenever and wherever it's needed.Website: dunamischarge.comX/Twitter Handle:@dunamischargeCrowdfund Offering: riseupcrowdfunding.com/co/dunamis/#/Facebook Page: fb.com/dunamischargeLinkedin: linkedin.com/company/dunamis-charge/mycompany/Instagram Handle: @dunamischarge/Biographical Information: Natalie King is the founder and CEO of Dunamis Clean Energy Partners, LLC, and its affiliated company, Dunamis Charge. Under her leadership, Dunamis has grown into a multi-million-dollar corporation with more than 150 workers throughout Southeastern Michigan. Natalie's innovative vision for Dunamis has resulted in creating a diversified portfolio of products and services, including LED lighting and electric vehicle charger manufacturing, as well as energy efficiency and environmental service solutions. King was selected as a Notable Leader in Energy in 2023 by Crain's, awarded the Most Valuable Entrepreneur for 2023 by Corp! Magazine as well as the Ernst & Young Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2021 Michigan and Northwest Ohio. Dunamis was selected to join the 2021 inaugural cohorts of the Stellantis National Black Supplier Development Program and Apple Impact Accelerator Program. The Electric Vehicle charger manufacturer is part of the Cummins CARE BOA (Black Owned Enterprise) and is a Tier One Vendor to DTE Energy.As a lauded clean energy and electrification thought leader and trailblazer, King was selected to deliver inspiring remarks and introduce President Joe Biden at the 2023 Small Business Administration's Women's Business Summit at the White House, her company was also mentioned in two White House Fact Sheets.Before entering the clean energy space, Natalie operated The Law Offices of Natalie M. King, PLC, where she managed a successful corporate, real estate, and entertainment law practice for 18 years. She also served as an adjunct professor of Contract and Business Law at Thomas M. Cooley Law School and Liberty University.A native Detroiter, King earned her undergraduate degree from the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, and her Juris Doctorate from Wayne State University Law School. She is also a graduate of the Tuck Executive Education at Dartmouth “Building the Minority Business to Scale'' MBE program. She serves as a board member of the National Business League (formerly the Michigan Black Chamber of Commerce) as well as the Michigan Chamber of Commerce Energy & Environment Committee. She is the Chairwoman and a founding member of Blacks in Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (BEVI).King has been passionately committed to charitable initiatives and community advocacy for over 25 years. She is the founder of Doing the Work Foundation is a nonprofit organization focused on serving poor and disenfranchised communities around the world in the areas of homelessness, hunger, poverty eradication, entrepreneurial education, clean energy resources, and spiritual empowerment. She served as the event organizer for the Annual Detroit Red Carpet Backyard BBQ for the Homeless & Hungry which fed over 5,000 Detroit citizens in need annually. She also serves as Board Chairperson for Abayomi Community Development Corporation, a nonprofit youth servicing organization, and as a board member of The Yunion, a nonprofit youth mentoring organization.King is a published author of the book “Let There Be Light”, available on Amazon Kindle, a proud mother, and a licensed and ordained minister. The EV infrastructure trailblazer is a 2022 TEDx alumnus. She presented at the United Nations in 2022 and has been featured on Good Morning America, in Forbes, Bloomberg, People of Color in Tech, Black Enterprise, CBS, Michigan Chronicle, Detroit News, Detroit Free Press, and more!Upcoming SuperCrowd Event CalendarIf a location is not noted, the events below are virtual.* Impact Cherub Club Meeting hosted by The Super Crowd, Inc., a public benefit corporation, on August 20, 2024, at 1:00 PM Eastern. Each month, the Club meets to review new offerings for investment consideration and to conduct due diligence on previously screened deals. To join the Impact Cherub Club, become an Impact Member of the SuperCrowd.* SuperCrowdHour, August 21, 2024, at 1:00 PM Eastern. Each month, we host a value-laden webinar for aspiring impact investors or social entrepreneurs. 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For the most powerful voice in business in Michigan. The Michigan Chamber Business Brief. Leah Robinson, director of legislative affairs at the Michigan Chamber of Commerce. Current budget proposal harming child care in our state, instead of advancing it. Chamber sounds alarm, budget provisions harm childcare environment. MAKE YOUR VOICE HEARD!!! JOIN TODAY!!!

For the most powerful voice in business in Michigan. The Michigan Chamber Business Brief. Amanda Toy, VP of Membership and Partnerships for the Michigan Chamber of Commerce. New product just launched recently! New employee template/handbook geared toward small businesses. MAKE YOUR VOICE HEARD!!! JOIN TODAY!    

For the most powerful voice in business in Michigan. The Michigan Chamber Business Brief. Becky Burtka, VP of member engagement at the Michigan Chamber of Commerce. Chamber Day at the Capitol. Make Your Voice Heard. Join Today!!!

Michigan's top business group says “we can't get” to the 100% clean energy standard by 2040 without nuclear energy. The Michigan Chamber of Commerce, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, bipartisan lawmakers and organized labor support restarting the 800-megawatt Palisades nuclear plant on Lake Michigan's Eastern shore, expected to return online in 2025. Edward Kee, CEO and founder of the Nuclear Economics Consulting Group, said nuclear energy could help decarbonize the electricity industry. Full story: https://www.thecentersquare.com/michigan/article_89a8ea7a-029d-11ef-adab-9b879c80cb9d.html --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michigan-in-focus/support

April 24, 2024 ~ The Federal Trade Commission voted to ban noncompete agreements, and give more power to employees to potentially work for competitors or start their own business. Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie talk with the Michigan Chamber of Commerce vice president Wendy Block about the impact on businesses and workers.

Last week, the Attorney General announced 13 felony charges against former state House Speaker Lee Chatfield in relation to allegedly using state, campaign and non-profit funds for "self-enrichment."  Today, MIRS speaks with legal professional Jessica Bartlett on what exactly are 501(c)4 and 527 non-profits, and why it's rare for states to pursue charges involving them (1:15).  Also, Executive Director Britany Affolter-Caine of the University Research Corridor discusses analysis finding that the state's three major research universities spent more than $1.1 billion in Michigan on goods and services across three fiscal years (20:07).  Mike Alaimo, the director of environmental and energy affairs for the Michigan Chamber of Commerce, describes his organization's concerns surrounding new federal pollution standards for automobiles (40:45). 

Founder Cassy Jones-McBryde of the Michigan Chamber for Reproductive Justice and midwife Nicole Marie White – the director of the MI State Of Birth Justice – describe legislation introduced recently by some Senate Democrats to improve how the state investigates, combats and reports on racial disparities in pregnancy and maternal care (1:20).  Pamela Pugh, a candidate in Michigan's 8th Congressional district, says she's heard of people in her opponents' camps claiming that because she's a Black woman, she can't win. Also, as president of the State Board of Education, Pamela discusses her continued concerns with the Governor's developing "lifelong education" department (27:21).  Additionally, a Republican candidate in a Lansing-based state House district explains why he shouldn't be confused with Michigan State University basketball coach Tom Izzo, although their names have identical spelling (50:18). 

For the most powerful voice in business in Michigan. The Michigan Chamber Business Brief. David Brownback is the Michigan Chamber's Business Solutions Executive. Update on Emerge Skilled.   Make your voice heard!!! Join Today!!!

For the most powerful voice in business in Michigan. The Michigan Chamber Business Brief. Becky Burtka, VP of member engagement for the Michigan Chamber. Last chance to register for our MIBiz360. We'll give discount for anyone using code Gruber.  

From the most powerful voice for Business in Michigan. The Michigan Chamber Business Brief. Jim Holcomb is the CEO and President at The Michigan Chamber. National Civics Bee coming to MIchigan. Essay deadline for middle schoolers coming up Jan 8. Make your voice heard!!! JOIN TODAY!!!

From the most powerful voice for Business in Michigan. The Michigan Chamber Business Brief. Amanda Toy is the VP of Membership & Partnerships at the Michigan Chamber. Retirement security changes that small businesses can take advantage of and the MiMEP as one option that can help.   MAKE YOUR VOICE HEARD!!! JOIN TODAY!!!