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Michigan Reimagined

  • Ep. 289: The Davies Project Hosts annual Max's Race Fundraiser

    23 APR 2024 · There are many non-profits out there delivering services to people who need it, and many host fundraising events to keep their mission moving forward. Joining Chris to share the story of the Davies Project, and their upcoming installment of Max’s Race is the Executive Director Pam Miklavcic as well as other members of her team!
    22m 42s
  • Ep. 288: Strike Out Baseball Lansing - Project Update

    16 APR 2024 · In July 2021 we introduced a concept being discussed called Strikeout Baseball. Three years - and lots of hard work later - the team is back to give us a status update. Joining Chris to discuss an exciting concept planned for our region is the Founder of Strikeout Baseball Jeff Lazaros, President Jeff Burke, Community Ambassador & Board Member Ashlee Willis, and Major League Baseball Hall-of-Famer John Smoltz!
    32m 16s
  • Ep. 287: MCM Communities Manufactures Unique Solution To Housing Shortage

    9 APR 2024 · Today we have a returning guest where we’ll dive deeper into the prospect of owning a new home in this time of limited availability and challenged affordability. Joining Chris to talk about his company’s process for home ownership is the Founder and Owner of MCM Communities, Amin C. Khoury!
    20m 11s
  • Ep. 286: LEPFA Reinvests in Downtown Lansing Event Spaces

    2 APR 2024 · Most cities have community gathering places like convention centers, ballparks, festivals. Did you ever wonder how they’re operated and managed? Joining to discuss the work of the Lansing Entertainment & Public Facilities Authority is President and CEO, Scott Keith!
    17m 43s
  • Ep. 285: The Importance of Housing for Economic Growth (part 2)

    26 MAR 2024 · Affordable housing is crucial for attracting and retaining a growing workforce, yet affordability is declining nationwide. Joining Chris to discuss part two of this housing conversation is an impressive panel of experts - including the President of TA Forsberg, Brent Forsberg, the Chief Operating Officer for LEAP, Keith Lambert, the Secretary Treasurer at the Michigan Laborers District Council, Alex Zurek, and Vice President of Investor Relations, Mike Ibarra!
    35m 16s
  • Ep. 284: The Importance of Housing for Economic Growth (part 1)

    19 MAR 2024 · Affordable housing is crucial for attracting and retaining a growing workforce, yet affordability is declining nationwide. Michigan is taking action to address this challenge. Joining Chris to talk about the state's first-ever statewide housing plan - in a TWO-PART SERIES - are the President of TA Forsberg, Brent Forsberg, the Chief Operating Officer for LEAP, Keith Lambert, the Secretary Treasurer at the Michigan Laborers District Council, Alex Zurek, and the Vice President of Investor Relations, Mike Ibarra!
    33m 48s
  • Ep. 283: Capital City Film Festival Returns for 2024

    12 MAR 2024 · We’re on the cusp of the newest season of the award winning Capital City Film Festival! Joining Chris to share this year’s details as we know them at this time are Festival Director Emma Selby, Co-Program Director Jason Gabriel and Board of Director Member & Secretary Samantha Le!
    20m 40s
  • Ep. 282: Justine Bell Starts Own Firm - Wins Athena Award

    5 MAR 2024 · It’s refreshing to meet young business people taking risks, finding success and winning awards. Today, we get to meet a local success story - the Principal of BeneGuides, Justine Bell!
    24m 36s
  • Ep. 281: Trade Network Refines The Barter System

    27 FEB 2024 · The concept of bartering - exchanging goods & services with another person without using money - has been around for centuries. Joining Chris to share a modern and structured bartering system is the CEO of Trade Network, Evan Kay!
    19m 13s
  • Ep. 280: TechSmith Thrives to New Heights and to a New Space

    21 FEB 2024 · Chris loves to highlight significant regional employers - especially brands you may have heard of but don’t really know what they fully do. Joining Chris to share her story is the CEO of TechSmith, Wendy Hamilton!
    16m 30s

Michigan Reimagined tells the stories of people and organizations who are driving Michigan’s economic sustainability. Chris believes that Michigan residents often lead with an apology for the shortcomings of this...

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Michigan Reimagined tells the stories of people and organizations who are driving Michigan’s economic sustainability. Chris believes that Michigan residents often lead with an apology for the shortcomings of this fabulous state, and he thinks that is unnecessary. Every city has its perks and problems. Instead of complaining about what we don’t have, healthier behavior is finding those doing great work and giving them a platform to share their results. Whether it’s new restaurants, housing stock, talent retention, transportation innovation, tourism, development incentives, placemaking or arts – this state is full of passionate people in action. Hear their stories in 15 minute, deep-dive interviews on Michigan Reimagined.
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