Podcasts about Niekerk

A quick shout out, this being the modern equivalent of a tip of the hat to Richard, who has made a significant donation to help me host this series. I was flabbergasted when receiving the Paypal payment. We have communicated over the years so this is just to say, thank you from the bottom of my heart Richard. When I'm next in Ireland, I promise to buy you a couple of rounds of St James' Blessing. What's this? A cacophony of digging? Must be significant. The date is somewhere in March 1867. A month after young Erasmus Jacobs had found an interesting stone near Hopetown near the Free State Border, but also near the newly formed Transvaal and Griqualand. The world of diamonds swirls with myth and legend, fiction, fact. Diamonds glitter with dangerous promise — alluring but transient in their fortunes, hard as truth, and just as capable of cutting those who reach for them unprepared. The rock that was found at Hopetown was placed on the table of the Cape Assembly shortly thereafter by Sir Richard Southey, the Colonial Secretary with the words “Gentlemen, this is the rock on which the future success of South Africa will be built…” Before Southey's dramatic flourish, the initial response from officialdom was disbelief. For as long as anyone could remember, and this went all the way back to the VOC in 1660s, there had been rumours of great mineral treasure in the north. A kind of disinformation campaign was launched by Jan van Riebeeck because from the time of his arrival he expressed belief in the possibility of a successful search for the traditional golden realm of Monomotapa. It was imperative to drum up more cash for the new tavern of the seas, and he was trying to convince the VOC of the exaggerated value of their new outpost. And women in South Africa were taking notice, which probably from a 21st Century point of view appears somewhat unlikely. Mary Elizabeth Barber had an important role to play in South Africa's geological science. The year 1867 was characterised by drought, and a severe depression made worse by reports that the completion of the Suez Canal would ruin all trade with the Cape. So it wasn't a moment too soon, so to speak, that Diamonds were discovered. Nearly two hundred years had passed since van Der Stel's memorable expedition across what he called de Groote Rivier, the Gariep, the Orange. IT was on the Orange River, sixty kilometres above its junction with the Vaal River, that a village sprang up. Hopetown. By all reports a thriving little settlement, with a number of farms dotted along the river banks nearby. The Koranna and the Griqua lived nearby, at the towns of Pniel and Hebron. Switch to 1867. Picture the scene, sheep and goats, Erasmus Jacobs were doing what Boer boys did, he was roaming the veld, playing on the edge of the river. Here were garnets with their rich carmine flush, the fainter rose of the carnelian, the bronze of jasper, the thick cream of chalcedony, agates of motley hues, rock crystals shining in the light like beckoning stars. Lesser stones, not diamonds, nor valuable gems. From one of these multi-coloured beds Erasmus and his siblings filled their pockets with stones thinking they could play a game of ducks and drakes. For the uninitiated town based gaslight grazer, ducks and drakes is the game of skimming stones. Whomever skims the stone the furthest or with the most hops, wins. Simple game, but when you have no toys, stones are your friends. Luckily for the future of South Africa, Erasmus decided against skimming the diamond, and took it home. There it joined a pile of other shining stones he'd collected like a magpie. It was odd, this stone, and his widowed mother Mrs Jacobs mentioned it to a neighbour, the farmer Meneer Schalk van Niekerk.

John Maytham is joined by Dewald van Niekerk, Head of the African Centre for Disaster, to unpack how communication breakdowns and governance failures turned severe weather into a deadly disaster during the recent Eastern Cape floods. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, traffic and weather. The host’s eclectic interests mean the program often surprises the audience with intriguing book reviews and inspiring interviews profiling artists. A daily highlight is Rapid Fire, just after 5:30pm. CapeTalk fans call in, to stump the presenter with their general knowledge questions. Another firm favourite is the humorous Thursday crossing with award-winning journalist Rebecca Davis, called “Plan B”. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Afternoon Drive with John Maytham Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 15:00 and 18:00 (SA Time) to Afternoon Drive with John Maytham broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/BSFy4Cn or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/n8nWt4x Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Amy Maciver is joined by Christie van Niekerk – actress, comedian, and co-creator of A Fool For You, part of Spark Hub’s exciting 2025 line-up. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, traffic and weather. The host’s eclectic interests mean the program often surprises the audience with intriguing book reviews and inspiring interviews profiling artists. A daily highlight is Rapid Fire, just after 5:30pm. CapeTalk fans call in, to stump the presenter with their general knowledge questions. Another firm favourite is the humorous Thursday crossing with award-winning journalist Rebecca Davis, called “Plan B”. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Afternoon Drive with John Maytham Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 15:00 and 18:00 (SA Time) to Afternoon Drive with John Maytham broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/BSFy4Cn or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/n8nWt4x Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

>Hierdie week op #GROOTtrauma gesels Venita en Dr. Jaco van Niekerk oor: >Mediese vasvra: Watter been is die langste in die menslike liggaam? >Koffie red vrouens gedurende hulle eksistensiële krisis. >Geen geregistreerde Gordelroos entstof beskikbaar in Suid-Afrika nie >Charlene van Jakaranda Kinderuis kom gesels as deel van kinderbeskermingsweek oor die kinderhuise wat nog wag vir hulle eerste kwartaal van 2025 se subsidiegeld vanaf die staat >Dr. Jaco se wenk van die week.

In this thought-provoking discussion, Tony van Niekerk chats with Mike Mgodeli, Managing Director of RTUSA, about the transformation of South Africa's public transport and e-hailing sectors. They explore how mobility is evolving through co-creation between taxis, e-hailing platforms, and fleet operators—offering new opportunities and challenges for insurers and brokers. Mike shares fresh insights into vehicle access, risk management, and the need for more flexible insurance products. If you're in insurance, tech, or transport, this is a must-listen conversation about how innovation is reshaping how South Africans move. 

Bianca, in for Pippa Hudson, speaks to the co - executive creative directors of Decorex Africa, Alan Hayward and Garreth van Niekerk about what to expect from this year’s show Lunch with Pippa Hudson is CapeTalk’s mid-afternoon show. This 2-hour respite from hard news encourages the audience to take the time to explore, taste, read and reflect. The show - presented by former journalist, baker and water sports enthusiast Pippa Hudson - is unashamedly lifestyle driven. Popular features include a daily profile interview #OnTheCouch at 1:10pm. Consumer issues are in the spotlight every Wednesday while the team also unpacks all things related to health, wealth & the environment. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Lunch with Pippa Hudson Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays between 13:00 and 15:00 (SA Time) to Lunch with Pippa Hudson broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/MdSlWEs or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/fDJWe69 Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Africa Melane speaks to Gareth van Niekerk from Decorex Africa about this year’s highly anticipated Decorex Cape Town, happening 5–8 June at the CTICC.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Janine van Niekerk gesels met Stiaan Reynierse oor sy kronkeldwarspad na die hart van Jesus.

Join Africa Melane in conversation with Dr. Marinda van Niekerk, CEO of PEN, about a national movement bringing comfort and warmth to South Africa’s most vulnerable this winterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Clarence Ford spoke to Alan Hayward and Garreth van Niekerk, Executive Creative Directors at Decorex Africa for more on their Decorex State of the Industry Report.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hierdie week op #GROOTtrauma gesels Venita en Dr. Jaco van Niekerk oor: Mediese vasvra: Wat is die meer algemene naam vir die limfatiese weefsels aan weerskante van die agterkant van jou keel? Griepseisoen tref vroeg: Die 2025-griepseisoen is die vroegste sedert 2010. Wat beteken dit vir jou gesondheid? Dr. Jaco bespreek die waarde van die griepinspuiting – en wat jy kan doen as jy besluit om dit nié te kry nie. Internasionale Gidshonddag: Pieter van Niekerk van die SA Gidshondvereniging vir Blindes deel hoe gidshonde ‘n impak maak op die lewens van mense met visuele gestremdhede. Snork – meer as net ‘n geluid: Inligting oor oorsake, gevolge, behandeling én leefstylveranderinge wat help. Venita gee praktiese raad tydens hierdie spesiale fokus vir Stop Snoring Week. Dr. Jaco se wenk van die week.

John Maytham speaks to Michael van Niekerk, the CEO of ASP Fire, about the dangers associated with the increased use of lithium-ion batteries, especially as winter months approach and loadshedding again becomes a reality for South Africans. The batteries are known to sometimes combust or burn into flames. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake-up call. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is informative, enlightening and accessible. The team’s ability to spot & share relevant and unusual stories make the programme inclusive and thought-provoking. Don’t miss the popular World View feature at 7:45am daily. Listen out for #LesterInYourLounge which is an outside broadcast – from the home of a listener in a different part of Cape Town - on the first Wednesday of every month. This show introduces you to interesting Capetonians as well as their favourite communities, habits, local personalities and neighbourhood news. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit. Listen live – Good Morning CapeTalk with Lester Kiewit is broadcast weekdays between 06:00 and 09:00 (SA Time) https://www.primediaplus.com/station/capetalk Find all the catch-up podcasts here https://www.primediaplus.com/capetalk/good-morning-cape-town-with-lester-kiewit/audio-podcasts/good-morning-cape-town-with-lester-kiewit/ Subscribe to the CapeTalk daily and weekly newsletters https://www.primediaplus.com/competitions/newsletter-subscription/ Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: www.facebook.com/CapeTalk   CapeTalk on TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@capetalk   CapeTalk on Instagram: www.instagram.com/capetalkza  CapeTalk on X: www.x.com/CapeTalk  CapeTalk on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Janine van Niekerk is speaking to Henrico Fourie about his new single "Praise You in the Valley" and about his life and ministry at the moment.

Janine van Niekerk is speaking to Anique from "Woord en Wysie" about their first single, Gesalfde Kind van God... for the kids, but good for the parents too.

Hugo van Niekerk van Kingdom Global group, het op GROOTfm 90,5 se Groot Biddag met Jennifer en Maynie gesels oor die vervolgde Kerk. Luister gerus weer hier as jy dit gemis het.

Hierdie week op #GROOTtrauma gesels Venita en Dr. Jaco van Niekerk oor: Mediese vasvra: Hoeveel keer klop 'n mens se hart in jou leeftyd? GROOT Oepsie in die Noord-Kaap: Die provinsiale gesondheidsdepartement het versuim om hul lisensie vir medikasie te hernu – wat beteken dit vir pasiënte wat afhanklik is van lewensbelangrike medisyne? Baanbreker-navorsing in beroerte-herstel: UCLA-wetenskaplikes het ‘n nuwe middel, DDL-920, getoets wat breinverbindings ná ‘n beroerte by muise herstel het. Ons kyk na wat dit moontlik vir mense kan beteken. Wêreld Malaria Dag (25 April): Ons fokus op die impak van malaria in Afrika, die jongste statistieke, en die wêreldwye poging om die siekte uit te roei. Dr. Jaco bespreek mediese benaderings, terwyl Venita insig gee in die psigologiese impak op families. Dr. Jaco se wenk van die week.

Janine van Niekerk vang op met Stella oor haar lewe, haar musiek en haar betrokkenheid by PraiseSA die 11de Apr.

Janine van Niekerk is speaking to Janine Price about her music, her art and her involvement in PraiseSA

Janine van Niekerk gesels met Shan Read oor sy eie getuienis en sy nuwe lied "Spreek jou vry".

Hierdie week op #GROOTtrauma bring Venita en Dr. Jaco van Niekerk vir jou ‘n propvol program vol mediese insigte en interessante gesprekke! -Ons begin met ‘n mediese vasvra – weet jy wat die normale liggaamstemperatuur vir ‘n gesonde volwassene is? -Daar is BAIE goeie nuus vir sangeres Tamlyn Wessels – haar mediese fonds het die wondermiddel TRIKAFTA goedgekeur. Dr. Jaco brei meer uit oor hierdie “miricle drug”. -‘n Belangrike waarskuwing van die Nasionale Instituut vir Oordraagbare Siektes – gevalle van witseerkeel neem landwyd toe. ‘n Nuwe studie wys dat ‘n lemoen per dag depressie kan weghou! Ons gesels oor hoe dit moontlik is en of dit ‘n impak het op mense wat reeds antidepressante gebruik. -In ‘n eksklusiewe onderhoud praat ons met Prof. Berend Mets, ‘n spesialis in narkose. Hy deel sy kennis oor hierdie belangrike mediese veld en sy betrokkenheid in ander areas van gesondheidsorg. -Dr. Jaco se wenk van die week – ‘n slim gesondheidswenk om jou gesond en sterk te hou!

Neels van Niekerk, uitvoerende hoof van die Internasionale Staalvervaardigers van Suid-Afrika, verduidelik hoe die geskiedenis van die staalbedryf een van die redes vir Amsa se fabriekssluitings is. Volg RSG Geldsake op Twitter

Dan Corder speaks with Dr. Herman van Niekerk, a Senior Lecturer in Geology at the University of Johannesburg, about what it’s like to be part of an Antarctic research team. With years of experience studying ancient rocks in Antarctica, he explores the challenges of conducting research in one of the harshest environments on Earth and describes the daily life of scientists at Antarctic bases. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Een van KleuterZone se beleggers het 'n dringende likwidasie-aansoek ingedien. Mathys Krog van Mathys Krog Prokureurs verteenwoordig die belegger en gesels met Ryk van Niekerk oor die aansoek. Volg RSG Geldsake op Twitter

Christi van Niekerk praat oor haar enkelsnit Bettie Steyn.

Stephen Grootes discusses financial results with Charles Russon, Absa Group Interim CEO, and Jackie van Niekerk, CEO at Attacq, and talks to personal finance expert Warren Ingram about why reducing investment risk as you age may not be the best strategy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stephen Grootes discusses Attacq Limited's stellar results with CEO Jackie van Niekerk, with a 40% surge in distributable income and dividends for the six months ended December 2024. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He explores the latest economic trends, business developments, investment opportunities, and personal finance strategies. Each episode features engaging conversations with top newsmakers, industry experts, financial advisors, entrepreneurs, and politicians, offering you thought-provoking insights to navigate the ever-changing financial landscape.Thank you for listening to The Money Show podcast.Listen live - The Money Show with Stephen Grootes is broadcast weekdays between 18:00 and 20:00 (SA Time) on 702 and CapeTalk. There’s more from the show at www.themoneyshow.co.za Subscribe to the Money Show daily and weekly newslettersThe Money Show is brought to you by Absa. Follow us on:702 on Facebook: www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702702 on Instagram: www.instagram.com/talkradio702702 on X: www.x.com/Radio702702 on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@radio702CapeTalk on Facebook: www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: www.instagram.com/capetalkzaCapeTalk on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567CapeTalk on X: www.x.com/CapeTalkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nosipho Radebe speaks to Jackie van Niekerk, CEO at AttacqSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Janine van Niekerk is speaking to Lizelle Maree about her music as well as her rocky road to Jesus.

Publishing sex offenders list step in the right direction but not a standalone solution: J van Niekerk by Radio Islam

KleuterZone is 'n netwerk van 120 kleuterskole regoor die land, en lede van die publiek kan in hierdie individuele skole belê. Ryk van Niekerk gesels met Liesl Peyper, senior joernalis by Moneyweb, oor KleuterZone se beloofde opbrengste. Volg RSG Geldsake op Twitter

Ryk van Niekerk gesels met Ian Petherbridge van die prokureursfirma Thompson Wilks oor die nasionale tesourie se nuwe reëls vir vennootskappe tussen die privaat- en openbare sektor. Volg RSG Geldsake op Twitter

Ryk van Niekerk gesels met De Villiers Botha, bestuurskomiteelid van SAPVIA, oor die registrasie van sonpanele. Volg RSG Geldsake op Twitter

Ryk van Niekerk gesels met Kallie Kriel, uitvoerende hoof van AfriForum, en Leanne Manas, bekroonde aanbieder van die SAUK, oor die vals advertensies waarin die identiteite van prominente mense gebruik word om die publiek te mislei. Volg RSG Geldsake op Twitter

Ryk van Niekerk gesels met Prof Hugo Pienaar, direkteur van arbeidsreg by Cliffe Dekker Hofmeyer, oor veranderings van die arbeidswetgewing. Volg RSG Geldsake op Twitter

Ryk van Niekerk gesels met Chris Yelland, 'n onafhanklike energieontleder en joernalis, oor die redes agter die 300 dae sonder beurtkrag. Volg RSG Geldsake op Twitter

Theo Vorster, medestigter van Galileo Capital, gesels met Ryk van Niekerk oor Donald Trump se inhuldiging as president. Volg RSG Geldsake op Twitter

Ryk van Niekerk gesels met John Loos, eiendomsekonoom by FNB, oor die residensiële eiendomsmark in Suid-Afrika. Volg RSG Geldsake op Twitter

Suid-Afrika het vir die eerste keer sedert 2017 witmielies ingevoer. Ryk van Niekerk gesels met dr. André van der Vyver, uitvoerende direkteur van die Suid-Afrikaanse Vereniging vir Graan- en Oliesadehandelaars (Sacota), oor hierdie skeepsvrag mielies en die mielieproduksie in SA. Volg RSG Geldsake op Twitter

Ryk van Niekerk, editor at Moneyweb, on his career as a financial journalist and how we can all become our own investigative journalists on our investments.

Pippa speaks Dr JP van Niekerk, who has supported DignitySA in its court challenge to try and decriminalize medically assisted dying in this country. He is an Emeritus Professor and former Dean of the UCT health sciences faculty, and is also a former chair and current patron of the Hospice Palliative Care Association South Africa. He will be speaking at UCT Summer School on Fri 24 January.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The journey of church leadership can be filled with challenges, as Tim Niekerk shares his experiences navigating change, trust, and moral crises at Salem Lutheran Church. His story illustrates the importance of communication and understanding in fostering a healthy church community while also addressing the unique complexities of leading a long-standing congregation.• Tim Niekerk's journey in ministry and leadership challenges • The historic significance of Salem Lutheran Church and its unique story • Understanding the complexities of leadership transitions • Navigating the emotional aftermath of change within a congregation • The importance of truth and trust in church communities • Managing moral failures and ensuring transparency • Maintaining identity amidst external turmoil and accusations • Embracing diversity in ministry for broader outreachSupport the showJoin the Lead Time Newsletter! (Weekly Updates and Upcoming Episodes)https://www.uniteleadership.org/lead-time-podcast#newsletterVisit uniteleadership.org

ArcelorMittal het gister 'n aankondiging gemaak oor die sluiting van sy langstaalbedrywighede. Neels van Niekerk, bestuurshoof van die Internasionale Staalvervaardigers van Suid-Afrika, verduidelik wat dit vir Suid-Afrika beteken. Volg RSG Geldsake op Twitter

Aubrey speaks to Dr. Herman van Niekerk, leading the expedition to Antarctica to explore ancient rocks, about what his team hopes to discover and why this research matters.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

‘n Ondersoek is gelas na Maandagnag se brand by die Woermann Brock-supermark in Ombili, Katutura. Die winkel is ‘n noodsaaklike diens vir ‘n groot gemeenskap en die diens ontbreek op die oomblik. Kosmos 94.1 Nuus het met Braam van Niekerk, algemene bestuurder van die groep gepraat. Hy sê hulle wag nog op die brandweer se verslag.

Imagine this: a mother of three, holding onto hope that her marriage could be saved, until everything came crashing down with her husband's latest affair. Hendra van Niekerk was in disbelief when reality hit her hard. She had just two weeks to gather her things and leave, making way for his new girlfriend. As if that weren't enough, things took a darker turn when she uncovered a chilling truth—he had been stalking all his mistresses for years. But that was only the beginning of her nightmare. After leaving, temporarily separated from her kids, Hendra faced a heart-wrenching realization: her husband had been mentally abusing them. For years, she had been their shield, unknowingly taking the blows to protect them. Now, without her protection, they were vulnerable. What followed was a grueling three-year battle—a fierce fight to escape his control and reclaim not just her life, but her children's safety. It's a deeply emotional journey fueled by a mother's fierce determination. Join us for Hendra's incredible path to freedom in this episode. #Greyzonenomore #Freetolive #AbuseFree

‘n Ondersoek is gelas na ‘n brand by die Woermann Brock-supermark in Ombili, Katutura. Dit het omstreeks half-12 gisternag begin en het groot skade aangerig. Kosmos 94.1 Nuus het met Braam van Niekerk, algemene bestuurder van die groep gepraat.

Independent analyst Jimmy Moyaha comments on AngloGold Ashanti's acquisition of an Egyptian gold mine, primarily funded through equity. Attacq CEO Jackie van Niekerk discusses the company's strong results, with a 19% increase in FY dividends. Roné Swanepoel from Morningstar SA highlights data showing that chasing returns often results in lower long-term gains.

Suid-Afrika se klein diamantprodusente ondervind ernstige probleme weens die wêreldwye diamantkrisis. Volgens die Suid-Afrikaanse Diamantprodusente-organisasie beleef die bedryf groot prysdalings en toenemende mededinging van diamante wat in laboratoriums vervaardig word. Die voorsitter, Gert van Niekerk, het aan Mining Weekly gesê hulle het regeringshulp gevra, insluitend laer tantieme en BTW op diamante, om plaaslike produsente deur die krisis te help.

Motoring journalist Reuben van Niekerk shares his experience of attending the Worthersee Volkswagen Festival in Germany. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join our host Ed Clemente for a special Michigan Opportunity Podcast live from the Mackinac Policy Conference, hosted by the Detroit Regional Chamber. Hear from our very interesting guests including Jeff Donofrio, President & CEO of Business Leaders for Michigan; Adrian Lewis, CEO of Forgotten Harvest; CEO Charl van Niekerk & Chief Relations Officer Heather Grondin, of the WDBA-APWD-Windsor Detroit Bridge Authority; President Santa Ono of University of Michigan & President Kevin Guskiewicz of Michigan State University; Maureen Donohue Krauss, President and CEO of the Detroit Regional Partnership; Jazmine Danci, Economic Development Administrator for the Downriver Community Conference - MI Works Community Conference; & Michigan's Lt. Governor Garlin Gilchrist II.