The Michigan Opportunity
An economic development podcast featuring candid conversations with business leaders across Michigan.
Podcasting since 2021 • 217 episodes
The Michigan Opportunity
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S5 Ep.9 - Tonya Schuitmaker, J.D. & Rudy Hobbs Co-Directors at the Michigan Political Leadership Program
Bridging Divides: The Michigan Political Leadership Program takes a bipartisan approach to public policy at Michigan State UniversitySince 1992, over 800 Michigan Political Leadership Program (MPLP) graduates have applied the skil...
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S5 Ep.8 - Simon Sylvester-Chaudhuri, Founder and Executive Director, CIV:LAB and Allison Lucas, Chief of staff CIV:LAB
Using innovation to attract urban talent to sustainable cities including: NYC, LA County, and Detroit (plus a touch of London and Italy)!CIV:LAB was born out of a need for more coordination and c...
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S5 Ep.7 - Marty Fittante, Chief Executive Officer, InvestUP
Michigan’s Upper Peninsula (U.P.) is filled with exceptional views and exceptional talent. From Ironwood to Sault Ste. Marie, the UP is home to three state universities, several manufacturing companies, and many national outdoor recreation e...
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S5 Ep.6 - Dwight A. Ferrell, General Manager, Suburban Mobility Authority for Regional Transportation
From work commutes to connecting people with destinations across Macomb, Oakland and Wayne counties, SMART has been Southeast Michigan’s trusted transit provider since 1967.As the General Manager of the
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S5 Ep.5.- Michael Van Denend, Executive Director, World Affairs Council of Western Michigan
Around the World in 30 Minutes: Insights from the Executive Director of Grand Rapids’ 75+ Year-Old World Affairs CouncilThis week we talk with Michael Van Denend, Executive Dir...
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