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Vic Verchereau welcomes Dr. Jeff Doolittle, who is the founder of Organizational Talent Consulting. Dr. Jeff Doolittle has helped business owners and executive leaders of small businesses all the way to global Fortune 50 companies. His work is being taught in university classrooms. He is the founder of Organizational Talent Consulting, a premier executive coaching and business consulting firm for leaders and organizations interested in achieving success and significance. Recently, he served as the associate dean of online graduate business programs for his alma mater, Olivet Nazarene University. Jeff received a Doctorate in Strategic Leadership from Regent University and is a certified International Coaching Federation executive coach. He started and volunteers with a local ministry in his community that has helped hundreds of people on the road to recovery from life’s hurts, habits, and hang-ups. He considers himself an organizational naturalist and pracademic—someone who studies organizations and is a practitioner of the latest academic research in leadership. He finds time to share some thoughts with Vic Verchereau in this edition of the Leadership Lowdown! » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN’s YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCqNX… » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

For Media Business Episode 50: Tony Conley welcomes Richard Studley - Retired president of the Michigan Chamber of Commerce. Twitter handle - Rich Studley, Michigander Co-Chair successful 2022 Prop 1 campaign transparency/term limits. Former MI Chamber CEO. I believe in free enterprise, personal responsibility & limited govt. Nonprofits & Activist,dependent voter 🇺🇸 Here's a summary of Tony's coverage with Rich: Richard Studley Interview Questions - You've been quite active on social media discussing many political and Michigan issues, why? What challenges do you have with the MEDC? Do Michigan politicians put Michigan citizens first when it comes to policy.? What is China's relationship in Michigan business? » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN’s YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCqNX… » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/ Thank you to Benjamin Robinson and Motor City Skyline's music

Vic Verchereau welcomes Dr. Frank Weller, who is the President of Great Lakes Christian College. Great Lakes Christian College is proud to introduce Dr. Frank Weller as the 10th President. Weller is a graduate of GLCC. He earned his Master of Art degree from Huntington University and his Doctor of Ministry degree from Bethel Seminary. Weller has a rich background in ministry and leadership. Prior to his presidency, Weller served churches in Kokomo, Crawfordsville and Butler, Indiana before moving to Michigan where he became the lead minister at South Lansing Church of Christ. Weller has also served as an adjunct professor at GLCC in the areas of Homiletics and Church Leadership. Vic Verchereau catches up with Dr. Weller, and they chat about helping servant leaders make the world a better place through service! Listen in on this edition of the Leadership Lowdown! » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN’s YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCqNX… » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

Jeffrey Mosher welcomes Dr. Nancy Barr, Executive Director, Michigan Allied Poultry Industries (MAPI), East Lansing, Michigan but serving statewide. To start it out Dr. Barr, please share the scope and purpose of the Michigan Allied Poultry Industries? Our reason for catching up with you today is that I understand you are accepting suggestions for nominations to serve on the 2024-2025 American Egg Board (AEB), which is U.S. egg farmers’ link to consumers in communicating the value of the incredible egg, tell us about that. Do I understand that AEB is currently seeking a diverse group of candidates, and appointed members will serve a two-year term? Do you have any more insight regarding the nomination process? What's the deadline, remind us again how folks can go about suggesting those nominations. Anything else we should know at this time? » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN’s YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCqNX… » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

Jeffrey Mosher welcomes back Mark Ostach, Digital Wellness Expert and author from Clarkston, Michigan. He works with Fortune 500 companies to reconnect in today's workplace. He wrote a book called “If You Really Knew Me, The Secret to Creating a Culture of Connection & Belonging”. INTRO to topic: The U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy in early May issued a rare advisory declaring an epidemic of loneliness and isolation and laid out a framework for a “National Strategy to Advance Social Connection.” National Digital Wellness and Human Connection Expert Mark Ostach who works with Fortune 500 companies to reconnect in the hybrid workplace, says vulnerability is the first step toward combating loneliness. As companies struggle with a growing sense of disconnection, Ostach’s programs include an icebreaker exercise that ignites the process of social connection in the workplace. According to the Surgeon General’s advisory, in recent years, one in two U.S. adults reported experiencing loneliness and that was before the COVID-19 pandemic cut off so many of us from friends, loved ones, and support systems. Question: Mark, are you surprised by the U.S. Surgeon General's advisory that we are in an epidemic of Loneliness and Isolation? What does this mean for the workplace? How does finding ways to foster a culture of social connection will help employees? More employees are disengaged not only in the workplace but also on the home front. Why is this a concern? The surgeon general’s advisory concludes that making social connections should be a strategic priority in the workplace at all levels. With May being Mental Health Awareness Month, Ostach has a packed schedule. He will be speaking with companies such as Nike, Rocket Mortgage, and education associations about fostering social connections. Mark, you have a program to help foster social connection in the workplace based on the BELL Method as a way to teach the basics of social connection. Mark, can you talk about this? The Surgeon General's advisory made these recommendations for the workplace. Let's review them: Make social connections a strategic priority in the workplace at all levels (administration, management, and employees). • Train, resource, and empower leaders and managers to promote connection in the workplace and implement programs that foster connection. Assess program effectiveness, identify barriers to success, and facilitate continuous quality improvement. • Leverage existing leadership and employee training, orientation, and wellness resources to educate the workforce about the importance of social connection for workplace well-being, health, productivity, performance, retention, and other markers of success. Create practices and a workplace culture that allow people to connect to one another as whole people, not just as skill sets, and that fosters inclusion and belonging. • Put in place policies that protect workers’ ability to nurture their relationships outside work including respecting boundaries between work and non-work time, supporting caregiving responsibilities, and creating a culture of norms and practices that support these policies. • Consider the opportunities and challenges posed by flexible work hours and arrangements (including remote, hybrid, and in-person work), which may impact workers’ abilities to connect with others both within and outside of work. Evaluate how these policies can be applied equitably across the workforce.

Jeffrey Mosher welcomes Jennifer Maxson, President of Jennifer Maxson & Associates, Belmont, MI, (north end of the Grand Rapids metro)to talk about Team Coach Practitioner Accreditation • Jennifer was recently credited as a Team Coach Practitioner from the Global Team Coaching Institute. In their conversation, they covered several questions. So Jennifer, welcome and briefly share your career path that led up to here with the Michigan business community • Describe team coaching. • What are the benefits of being a Team Coach Practitioner? • What was the process of receiving your recent accreditation? • What would businesses/teams gain from working with a team coach? o What are the benefits? • When should leaders bring in a team coach to work with their team? What's your contact information and have we missed anything today. Jennifer Maxson, President of Jennifer Maxson & Associates, Belmont, MI, (north end of the Grand Rapids metro) Team Coach Practitioner Accreditation o Jennifer is 1 out of 8 Certified Team Coach Practitioners in Michigan. o She’s also 1 out of 925 Certified Team Coach Practitioners globally. • This course took over 180 hours of training, coaching, and courses. o Jennifer worked on this in October 2021 through December 2022. • Team coaching was recently recognized by the International Coaching Federation (in 2023). There’s a fresh need in the coaching industry for this topic. • Team coaching allows Jennifer Maxson & Associates to support teams that are leading their organizations to achieve mission, vision, and strategic priorities. Team Coaching • Team coaching can help address challenges like: o Managing conflicting expectations of different stakeholders o Having clear collective objectives and processes o Running and transforming your organization o Finding and clarifying a team’s purpose o Working virtually and in hybrid models o Navigating an increasingly complex and interconnected world o Needing to work quickly and efficiently o Creating connections between siloed sections of an organization • A recent article by BetterUp found teams that use coaching methods have decreased burnout by 35%, increased intent to stay by 68%, and have shown employees to be 2.1 times more productive. • Team coaching can help employees understand what key stakeholders need from the team and how those employees can partner with stakeholders to create new, innovative possibilities. • This type of coaching helps establish open communication so organizations can define their goals and ensure all employees know what those goals are and how to achieve them. • Leaders who are interested in hiring a team coach in the future, should start by asking themselves and their teams these questions: o Where is the organization and team today? o Where do they need to be in the future? o How confident are you that the organization and team will meet any upcoming goals you’ve set? o What does the team need to make those goals a reality? o What is getting in the way? About JMA For individuals and businesses seeking experts in Leadership Development, Jennifer Maxson & Associates is the comprehensive, results-driven coaching partner. The mission of Jennifer Maxson & Associates is to Enhance the Credibility of Leaders.  We develop leaders at all levels through Everything DiSC® assessments, personalized coaching, and programs focused on communication, presentation skills, and leadership. Our purpose is to inspire current and future leaders to Lead to the Max!® » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN’s YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCqNX… » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

Vic Verchereau welcomes Will Tieman, who is the President of WGHN Radio and Spartan Sports Network. Will Tieman and Wendy Hart are co-inductees to the Michigan Broadcasting Hall of Fame. Under their leadership, they grew Michigan's most listened to college sports network. Tieman and Hart became the first duo ever to be nominated or elected to the Michigan Broadcasting Hall of Fame. Combined, they have served in the broadcast industry for over 60 years, 30 of which have been spent in the state of Michigan. In addition to their business interests, Will Tieman has received numerous honors for his announcing work and has been the voice of Michigan State Basketball for 25 overall seasons. Wendy Hart is an award-winning writer and producer. Vic Verchereau catches up with Will Tieman for a recap of their impressive careers and some leadership observations from court-side. This is a fun chat with the legendary voice of the Spartan Nation! Don't miss it! » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN’s YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCqNX… » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

Jeffrey Mosher caught up with some of those preparing for MICHauto's Automobility Day at the Capitol in Lansing, Tuesday, April 25th. He spoke with MICHauto Executive Director Glenn Stevens Jr. about the day, MICHauto, and trends in Automobility, Then discussed the day of activities in Michigan's capital with Lisa Lunsford, Co-founder and Chief Executive Officer, Global Strategic Supply Solutions (GS3); Board Chair, MICHauto. Additionally, he spoke with Steve Hilfinger is a partner and senior business counselor with Foley & Lardner LLP. Steve focuses on representing private companies on mergers and acquisitions (M&A), finance transactions, corporate counseling, and government affairs matters. He has represented automotive suppliers and other manufacturers for more than 30 years, helping found the Firm’s Detroit Office, and its Manufacturing Sector. » 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 Media Business Episode 50: Tony Conley welcomes back Jaclyn Trop an award-winning journalist and automotive reporter, deciphering the world of sheet metal for the masses. She divides her time between Los Angeles, Detroit, New York, and South Florida. For this discussion, they cover topics including 'Yes, Flying Cars Are Coming. Here Are 7 That Are Hitting the Skies Soon', along with How Used French Fry Oil Could Power the World’s Private Planes to ‘Jet-Zero’ Emissions, NASA’s New Supersonic Jet Will Have One Thing Missing: a Sonic Boom, and World Car Awards @WorldCarAwards, World Car Person of the Year announced. She was awarded a Knight-Bagehot fellowship in business and economics reporting from Columbia University, where she also earned a master’s degree in journalism. Her byline has appeared in The New York Times, The New Yorker, Fortune, Vogue, ELLE, Glamour, Bloomberg Businessweek, Newsweek, Fast Company, Forbes, Marie Claire, Men’s Health, Entrepreneur, Rolling Stone, Robb Report, Town & Country, Discover, Women’s Health, TechCrunch, Overland Journal, Consumer Reports, U.S. News & World Report, TechCrunch and Refinery 29 among others. Jaclyn has reported from five continents and has eaten ice cream in more than 50 countries. She serves as a U.S. juror to the World Car Awards.

Jeffrey Mosher welcomes back Dr. Phil Knight, Executive Director, Food Bank Council of Michigan, Lansing, MI, but serving statewide. We are hearing a lot about food insecurity lately due to inflation and the end of SNAP benefits that were available during the pandemic. How bad is the food insecurity situation in Michigan now? What impact is this situation having on the state’s food bank network? Why is addressing this situation so critical? What is the Food Bank Council of Michigan doing to help remedy this situation? What can the Michigan business community do to help? » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN’s YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCqNX… » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

Jeffrey Mosher welcomes Vaishali & Jayesh Patel, Owners, of Lightbridge Academy, Detroit, MI. SE MICH Parents to Bring Michigan’s First Lightbridge Academy to Detroit Area to Fill Daycare Gap First, let's introduce both of you briefly to the Michigan business community, and then what led you to start this new venture. Tell us a bit more about Lightbridge Academies? So is Detroit it, or do you have further plans The concept of parents being able to access real-time information on their children really appeals to parents, what are some other aspects we should know about? If folks would like to know more, what's the contact information? » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN’s YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCqNX… » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

Jeffrey Mosher speaks with Jon Tellier, President/Owner, of JetCo Solutions, Grand Rapids, MI, a 2023 Veteran Owned Small Business of the Year award winner. In the interview, they cover Jon's career path, the company's history, the focus of the company in 2023, what winning this award means for the company, additional information, and how to contact them. » 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/

Full Title: Unleashing Power in Organizations with "The Shift from Me to Team" a Guide to Achieving Greatness Vic Verchereau welcomes Fritz Seyferth, who is the founder & owner of Fritz Seyferth and Associates. Renowned team culture coach Fritz Seyferth shares easy to understand learnings in his new book, The Shift from Me to Team, an essential read for leaders and team members who aspire to unleash their organizations’ potential. Drawing from more than four decades of expertise, Seyferth’s book delivers a powerful blueprint for transforming organizational culture to achieve sustainable success. With more than 40 years of study—21 years as the founder of FS/A and 21 years as a leader at University of Michigan Athletics—Seyferth has found that the principles for achieving greatness on the sports field are the same in the business world. This is a don't miss edition of the Leadership Lowdown! Listen in as Fritz Seyferth explodes the show with great insight and life changing leadership principles! » 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 Media Business Episode 49: Tony Conley welcomes Tim Hygh, CEO, of Mackinac Island Tourism. Oversees Mackinac Island Convention and Visitors Bureau and the Mackinac Island Tourism Bureau, together now branded as Mackinac Island Tourism. Interview Topics - Tourism on Mackinac Island and in Michigan. Tell us about the National Tourism Convention in Washington, DC What's new on Mackinac Island? What do you think of the new Pure Michigan campaign? » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN’s YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCqNX… » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/ Thank you to Benjamin Robinson and Motor City Skyline's music

Jeffrey Mosher speaks with Jeff Halonen, CEO / Co-Founder, of Steelhead Technologies, Calumet Twp, MI, a 2023 Michigan 50 Companies to Watch award winner. In the interview, they cover Tony's career path, the company's history, the focus of the company in 2023, what winning this award means for the company, additional information, and how to contact them. » 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/

Jeffrey Mosher speaks with Jeremiah Smith, CEO, of Jeremiah Smith Enterprises / Allegiant Laundry Services, Hartford, MI, a 2023 Minority-Owned Small Business of the Year Awardee! In the interview, they cover Jeremiah's career path, the company's history, the focus of the company in 2023, what winning this award means for the company, additional information, and how to contact them. » 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/

Jeffrey Mosher speaks with Tony Grace, CEO, of Alma Tire Companies, Alma, MI, a 2023 Michigan 50 Companies to Watch award winner. In the interview, they cover Tony's career path, the company's history, the focus of the company in 2023, what winning this award means for the company, additional information, and how to contact them. » 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/

For Media Business Episode 49: Tony Conley welcomes back Dave Lorenz Vice President-Travel Michigan at Michigan Economic Development Corporation Before that Dave was already A seasoned tourism professional, Lorenz has served for more than a decade as the Industry Relations and International Marketing Manager for Travel Michigan. Prior to coming to Travel Michigan in October 2002, Lorenz was the Manager of Partnerships and Promotions, for Meijer, Inc. where he was responsible for the facilitation of collaborative marketing programs with key consumer goods manufacturers such as Nabisco, Kraft, Kellogg’s, General Mills, Coca-Cola, Disney and Mattel. Lorenz attended Western Michigan University. He lives in Norton Shores with his wife, Roberta. “Travel is one of the best ways to gain fresh perspective and expand your thinking,” said Dave Lorenz, vice president of Travel Michigan, part of the Michigan Economic Development Corporation. “The ‘Keep It Fresh’ campaign is an invitation to experience something different and feel renewed in Pure Michigan, using the sights, sounds, and artistry that reflect the range of unique stories and opportunities to be found here.” The Pure Michigan advertising campaign first launched in 2006. The campaign’s familiar voice, nostalgic soundtrack and picturesque visuals have successfully beckoned travelers to Michigan’s sparkling beaches and vibrant cultural centers for more than 17 years. Today, Pure Michigan is one of the most recognized travel brands and hashtags. However, the world and how people seek and share travel information and inspiration is constantly changing. Since its inception, the Pure Michigan campaign has evolved to meet these changing trends and interests, introducing new social channels, influencer programs, accessibility initiatives, and most recently, fresh campaigns and targeting that inspire deeper connections while traveling. The ‘Keep It Fresh’ campaign will run across digital, connected and linear TV, print, social media, radio and streaming audio services with the digital portion of the campaign launching in late February, national TV launching in March, and the campaign wrapping at the end of July. The campaign will also feature commercials with regional travel partners, including Grand Rapids, Ann Arbor, and Traverse City. The ‘Keep It Fresh’ campaign marks Pure Michigan’s return to national TV during the summer timeframe, with spots and custom executions running across Discovery, Food Network, HGTV, and Magnolia Network. Regional efforts will target the state of Michigan, as well as Atlanta, Chicago, Cincinnati, Cleveland, Columbus, Dayton, Fort Wayne, Green Bay, Indianapolis, Louisville, Milwaukee, Minneapolis, South Bend, St. Louis and Toledo. Out of home placements include 46 billboards in Atlanta, Chicago, Cincinnati, Detroit, Grand Rapids, Indianapolis, Lansing and Minneapolis. Pure Michigan branding will also be showcased on a double-decker bus in Chicago from March 13 through April 9, 2023. For travelers looking for trip inspiration, the 2023 Pure Michigan Spring/Summer Travel Guide is currently available both in print and in a digital and universally accessible format on Michigan.org. An awe-inspiring display of the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore stretches across the cover and the guide’s contents explore the great outdoors, city escapes, the Upper Peninsula, surprising small towns, lakeshore destinations, golf, and more. » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN’s YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCqNX… » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/ Thank you to Benjamin Robinson and Motor City Skyline's music

Jeffrey Mosher speaks with John Wolff, Founder & CEO, of Urban Electronics Inc., Detroit, MI, a 2023 SmartZone Best Small Business. In the interview, they cover John's career path, the company's history, the focus of the company in 2023, what winning this award means for the company, additional information, and how to contact them. » 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/

For Media Business Episode 48: Tony Conley welcomes back James David Dickson Managing Editor of Michigan Capitol Confidential. Their discussion covered topics including 'Ann Arbor hopes to create solar-powered utility - Ann Arbor says its sustainable utility would run on solar power and battery storage' They then cover other timely topics of April 2023. James David Dickson is the managing editor of Michigan Capitol Confidential, a daily news site of the Mackinac Center for Public Policy. Dickson grew up in Inkster and now hails from Ferndale. After starting his career in 2007-2008 with a one-year fellowship at The American Spectator, Dickson then had stops at The Detroit News and two newspapers in Ann Arbor. He returned to the Detroit News in 2012, and stayed for a decade. While attending the University of Michigan, Dickson was editor-in-chief of The Michigan Review, a columnist for the Michigan Daily, and an Angell Scholar. He can be reached at dickson@mackinac.org. James David Dickson may be reached at dickson@mackinac.org. » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN’s YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCqNX… » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/ Thank you to Benjamin Robinson and Motor City Skyline's music