The Michigan Opportunity
An economic development podcast featuring candid conversations with business leaders across Michigan.
Episodes
190 episodes since 2020
S4 Ep.33 - John Gutierrez, PMP, Colonel, U.S. Marine Corps (Ret.) - Executive Director, Office of Defense & Aerospace Innovation
Michigan is a Defense and Aerospace Powerhouse: With 4,000 defense and 900 aerospace businesses, these industries contribute over 166,000 jobs and $30 billion to Michigan's economy. Learn more from the Michigan Office of Defense & Aerosp...
September 11, 2024
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Season 4
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Episode 34
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23:42
S4 Ep.32 - Carla Walker-Miller, Founder and CEO of Walker-Miller Energy Services
Carla Walker-Miller's 24-year-old Michigan-based business is one of the largest African American and woman-owned energy waste reduction companies in the country.
September 04, 2024
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Season 4
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Episode 32
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26:55
S4 Ep.31 - Michael Robinet, Executive Director & Consulting, S&P Global
With Over 37 years of experience in automotive market analysis, forecasting, and supplier strategy, Michael shares with us his insights and forecasts on a vital industry ...
August 28, 2024
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Season 4
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Episode 31
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27:44
S4 Ep.30 - Quentin L. Messer Jr., Chief Executive & Economic Competitiveness Officer
Join Quentin as he delves into the competitive and ever-evolving landscape of global economic development and the history of The Michigan Opportunity through the voice of the show’s host, Ed Clemente.Discover the latest initiative...
August 21, 2024
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Season 4
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Episode 30
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43:09
S4 Ep.29 - Thomas Cooney, Vice President - International Policy Advisor, Capital Group
Capital Group, one of the world's oldest and largest investment management firms, manages over $2.6 trillion in assets. Listen to Michigander Thomas Cooney, Vice...
August 14, 2024
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Season 4
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Episode 29
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33:02
S4 Ep.28 - Suzy Siegle, President & CEO Walsh College
With President Siegle at the helm of Walsh College, innovation is accelerating with a focus on AI, Cybersecurity, Data Analytics, and more!
August 07, 2024
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Season 4
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Episode 29
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30:20
S4 Ep.27 - Johnnie Turnage, Co-Founder, Black Tech Saturdays
A Serendipitous Path: How Black Tech Saturdays in Detroit became a nationally focused organization ...
July 31, 2024
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Season 4
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Episode 28
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25:46
S4 Ep.26 - Jennifer Gonzalez, Chief Talent Officer, Windquest Group
Welcome to Grand Rapids-based Windquest Group. With over 1,400 team members and operations in 28 states, this privately held enterprise and investment management firm engages in diversified projects, including: performance technology, sustai...
July 24, 2024
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Season 4
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Episode 27
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23:17
S4 Ep.25 - Andrew Nelson, Travel Author & Professor
Discover three counterintuitive Michigan destinations featured among 100 global spots in the new travel book Here Not There.Award-winning travel writer and educator,
July 17, 2024
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Season 4
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Episode 26
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30:49
S4 Ep.24 - Justin Winslow, President and CEO, Michigan Restaurant and Lodging Association & Emily Daunt, Vice President Communications & Brand Strategy, Michigan Restaurant and Lodging Association
With 16,000+ Dining establishments and 1,400+ lodging facilities, hear how Michigan’s hospitality businesses contribute over $28 billion to the state's economy while supporting 650,000 jobs.Join us as we discuss Michigan's hospitality i...
July 10, 2024
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Season 4
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Episode 25
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24:04
S4 Ep.23 - Robert S. Li, Co-Founder and Owner, University FM & Professors.fm
What do Stanford University, The University of Texas at Austin, university of Michigan, Howard University, Michigan State University, Emory University and Middlebury College all have in common? Join us for this week’s podcast to find out.
July 03, 2024
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Season 4
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Episode 24
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30:33
S4 Ep.23 - Spencer Nevins, President, Michigan Beer & Wine Wholesalers Association, and MBWWA Services, Inc.
Thanks to Michigan's Independent and Family-Owned Beer & Wine Distributors, Michigan Ranks Among the Top 5 in Beer Production with 300+ Breweries and 140+ Wineries, Employing Nearly 5,000 PeopleJoin
June 26, 2024
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Season 4
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Episode 23
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25:00
S4 Ep.21 - Aileen Bovan, Diversity, Equity & Inclusivity Officer, MEDC and Geoffrey Crawley, Chief Marketing Officer, Synergies Companies
Join experts discussing the unique nature of synergies companies and its role in community and economic development with the MEDCWe hear from Aileen Bovan of the MED...
June 20, 2024
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Season 4
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Episode 22
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27:54
S4 Ep.20 - Amy Hovey, CEO and Executive Director, Michigan State Housing Development Authority
“Housing is foundational”, Amy Hovey of MSHDA talks affordable housing, community development, and homelessness solutionsListen to Amy Hovey, CEO and Executive Di...
June 18, 2024
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Season 4
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Episode 21
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24:09
S4 Ep.19 - Pascale Bauer, Dean of International Enrollment of Cranbrook Schools
For generations, Cranbrook has fostered creative and critical thinking skills in their students while preparing them to excel in college and in life. Listen to Pascale Baue...
June 13, 2024
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Season 4
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Episode 20
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30:30
S4 Ep.18 - Dr. Norman Beauchamp, Executive Vice President for Health Sciences MSU & Marc Corriveau, VP & Chief Government Relations Officer at Henry Ford Health System
Future of Health: World-class campus emerging in Detroit, Michigan. The complex and futuristic vision is happening now.Check out this special edition podcast: ...
June 12, 2024
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Season 4
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Episode 19
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31:05
S4. Ep 17 - Ambassador Susan D. Page, Professor of Practice of International Diplomacy at the Ford School of Public Policy, University of Michigan & Professor from Practice of Law at Michigan Law
From South Sudan to the University of Michigan, A Must-Listen Journey in International Diplomacy and LawAmbassador Susan D. Page has a fantastic story of
June 05, 2024
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33:37
S4 Ep.16 - Mackinac Policy Conference 2024 Part 2: Governor Whitmer, University Presidents, The Grand Hotel, NFL Detroit Draft and more
Join our host Ed Clemente for a special Michigan Opportunity Podcast live from Mackinac Policy Conference, hosted by the Detroit Regional Chamber. Hear from very interesting guests including Hila...
May 31, 2024
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1:32:38
S4 Ep.15 - Mackinac Policy Conference 2024 Part 1: Gordie Howe Bridge, U of M, MSU, Lt. Governor and much more
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
May 30, 2024
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1:06:56
S4 Ep.14 - Tu Le, Managing Director, Sino Auto Insights
“All Companies Will Become Software Companies; Business Trends Moving East to West; You Are Not Moving Fast Enough.”Founder and Managing Director of Sino Auto Insights,
May 29, 2024
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Season 4
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Episode 14
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31:23
S4 Ep.13 - Robert Magee, Executive Director, The Engineering Society of Detroit
The Engineering Society of Detroit believes that the country in the midst of a technological revolution--the engineering field is projected to have employment growth of nearly 140,000 new jobs over the next decade.
May 22, 2024
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Season 4
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Episode 13
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31:16
S4 Ep.12 - Paul Jones, CEO, ProsperUs Detroit
ProsperUs Detroit supports entrepreneurs with opportunities and capital needed to build businesses, generational wealth, and vibrant neighborhoods.Hear Paul Jones as ...
May 15, 2024
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Season 4
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Episode 12
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27:12
S4 Ep.11 - Jeanette Pierce, Founder & President, City Institute
Helping people understand and appreciate where they live and work.Since 2005, City Institute has used expe...
May 08, 2024
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Season 4
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Episode 11
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25:10