Inside Michigan Business

Tom Lyon and Terry Nelidov of UM's Erb Institute

editor@startupnation.com (Tom Lyon, Terry Nelidov, Jeff Sloan) — Mon, 16 Jan 2023 15:51:40 +0000

On this episode of Inside Michigan Business, we catch up with Tom Lyon and Terry Nelidov to discuss the Erb Institute, whose mission is “to create a sustainable world through the power of business."

Matt Cullen, Chairman of Jack Entertainment

editor@startupnation.com (Matt Cullen, Jeff Sloan) — Wed, 28 Sep 2022 16:00:00 +0000

Matt Cullen has contributed significantly to the great growth of our economy and on the leading edge of the revitalization of the city of Detroit and the surrounding regions. On this episode of Inside Michigan Business.

How Are Small Businesses Faring Today in America

editor@startupnation.com (Karen Kerrigan, Jeff Sloan) — Wed, 21 Sep 2022 19:00:00 +0000

Host Jeff Sloan sits down with Karen Kerrigan, President and CEO of the Small Business and Entrepreneurship Council to discuss key issues impacting entrepreneurs.

MEDC's Fred Molnar on What's Fueling the Success of Michigan Startups

editor@startupnation.com (Jeff Sloan, Fred Molnar) — Mon, 19 Sep 2022 13:00:00 +0000

On this episode of "Inside Michigan Business," Jeff Sloan talks with Fred Molnar of the Michigan Economic Development Corporation about innovation, technology and entrepreneurship in Michigan.

Troy Mayor Ethan Baker on Politics and Growing the Business Community

editor@startupnation.com (Ethan Baker, Jeff Sloan) — Thu, 8 Sep 2022 12:00:00 +0000

Jeff talks with Troy Mayor Ethan Baker about politics, his plans for the city and how to foster a growing, thriving business community.

Mobility Expert Sam Abuelsamid: Electric and Autonomous Vehicles

editor@startupnation.com (Sam Abuelsamid, John Gallagher) — Mon, 29 Aug 2022 18:00:00 +0000

Mobility expert Sam Abuelsamid of Guidehouse Insights talks with guest host John Gallagher about the advantages of and challenges to the electric vehicle market as well as autonomous vehicles.

Colin McMahon on Digital Media, StartupNation and Entrepreneurship

editor@startupnation.com (John Gallagher, Colin McMahon) — Mon, 22 Aug 2022 12:00:00 +0000

On this episode of "Inside Michigan Business," host John Gallagher and Colin McMahon talk about the reach and potential of digital media, the pull of the entrepreneurial spirit in the Midwest and the role StartupNation can play.

Indeed's Greg Powell: Michigan Is Thriving State for Small Business

editor@startupnation.com (Greg Powell, Jeff Sloan) — Tue, 16 Aug 2022 16:00:00 +0000

On this episode of "Inside Michigan Business," Greg Powell of Indeed chats with Jeff about U.S. and Michigan hiring trends and the strengths of small businesses.

Angel Investor Doron York on Early-Stage Investing

editor@startupnation.com (Doron York, Jeff Sloan) — Wed, 10 Aug 2022 14:30:00 +0000

Jeff Sloan talks with angel investor Doron York about the excitement and importance of investing in early-stage businesses.

Brian Calley on the State of Small Business in Michigan

editor@startupnation.com (Brian Calley, Jeff Sloan) — Fri, 29 Jul 2022 16:00:00 +0000

On this episode of "Inside Michigan Business," SBAM President and CEO Brian Calley talks with Jeff Sloan about the organization's latest survey of small businesses.

Episode 11: Joe Thiel of Innovate Marquette SmartZone

editor@startupnation.com (Jeff Sloan, Joe Thiel) — Fri, 22 Jul 2022 10:00:00 +0000

On this episode of "Inside Michigan Business," host Jeff Sloan talks with Joe Thiel about the work Innovate Marquette SmartZone does to nurture the tech startup community in the Upper Peninsula.

Episode 10: Entrepreneur Randal Charlton on How to Succeed as an Early-Stage Startup

editor@startupnation.com (John Gallagher, Randal Charlton) — Wed, 13 Jul 2022 04:00:00 +0000

On this episode of "Inside Michigan Business," guest host John Gallagher talks with British-born entrepreneur Randal Charlton, the man who turned TechTown into a crucial part of the startup ecosystem in metro Detroit. Charlton shares some secrets for early-stage startup success.

Episode 9: Reporter Nick Manes on Detroit's Heralded Startup Ecosystem

editor@startupnation.com (Nick Manes, Jeff Sloan) — Fri, 1 Jul 2022 14:00:00 +0000

On this episode of "Inside Michigan Business," Crain's Detroit Business reporter Nick Manes and host Jeff Sloan discuss Detroit being named the No. 1 best startup ecosystem in the world. Hype or truth?

Episode 8: Maureen Donohue Krauss on Michigan's Challenges to Being Competitive

editor@startupnation.com (Jeff Sloan, Maureen Donohue Krauss) — Fri, 24 Jun 2022 04:00:00 +0000

On this episode of "Inside Michigan Business," Maureen Donohue Krauss of the Detroit Regional Partnership details what demands Michigan must satisfy to be a competitive, attractive market.

Episode 7: Ryan Landau Talks About Purpose Jobs' Role in Revitalizing the Midwest

editor@startupnation.com (Jeff Sloan, Ryan Landau) — Tue, 24 May 2022 15:35:00 +0000

On this episode of "Inside Michigan Business," Ryan Landau of Purpose Jobs discusses the revitalization of Detroit and the Midwest and the changing expectations within the job market.

Episode 4: Monica Wheat and Mobolaji Sokunbi Discuss DEI as Boon for Business

editor@startupnation.com (Monica Wheat, Jeff Sloan, Mobolaji Sokunbi) — Tue, 26 Apr 2022 04:00:00 +0000

“Their talent is everywhere, but opportunity is not.” Learn what Monica Wheat, executive director of Techstars and cofounder of Venture Catalysts, and Mobolaji Sokunbi of Dell Technologies have to say about DEI (diversity, equity and inclusion) as it relates to women and people of color in the entrepreneurial ecosystem and how it can be a boon for businesses.

Episode 3: Flagstar Bank's Mary Mbiya on How DEI Improves Customer Service

editor@startupnation.com (Jeff Sloan, Mary Mbiya) — Tue, 26 Apr 2022 04:00:00 +0000

Making sure diverse voices are heard – within the bank and the community – is a key tenet of Flagstar Bank’s commitment to diversity, Mary Mbiya says. The vice president, diversity and inclusion director, tells Jeff Sloan how Flagstar has been changed by DEI efforts and how that translates to better service – and how your company can do the same.

Episode 5: Ara Topouzian on Venture Capital in Michigan

editor@startupnation.com (Ara Topouzian, Jeff Sloan) — Tue, 26 Apr 2022 04:00:00 +0000

The venture capital ecosystem in Michigan has evolved in great part due to the Michigan Venture Capital Association’s efforts to advocate for talent and growth, MVCA Executive Director Ara Topouzian says. He offers a primer on venture capital: what it is, how to get it, the importance of storytelling and why VC’s expansion is critical to Michigan.

Episode 6: RJ King on Promising Detroit Developments

editor@startupnation.com (Jeff Sloan, RJ King) — Tue, 26 Apr 2022 04:00:00 +0000

Detroit has something other major cities in the world don’t, DBusiness editor RJ King says: the ability to marry software with hardware. The emerging mobility innovation district, headlined by the revamped Michigan Central Depot, is among the exciting developments that will take Detroit to the next level.

Episode 1: Howard Handler of 313 Presents on the Business of Entertainment

editor@startupnation.com (Jeff Sloan, Howard Handler) — Tue, 26 Apr 2022 04:00:00 +0000

Howard Handler, president of 313 Presents, talks with Jeff Sloan about live events in Detroit and how the pandemic forced venues to get creative. Learn why artists consider Detroit a go-to destination and how the area is poised for growth. And just wait until you hear where Howard’s career has taken him.

Episode 2: Ned Staebler on Challenges to Equitable Economic Growth

editor@startupnation.com (Jeff Sloan, Ned Staebler) — Tue, 26 Apr 2022 04:00:00 +0000

The president and CEO of TechTown Detroit, also the vice president of economic development at Wayne State University, talks with Jeff Sloan about the group’s pursuit of equitable growth, funding and access to opportunity for entrepreneurs. He shares success stories, but also explains the significant changes to communities that have to occur to draw a talented workforce to Michigan.