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Michigan Business Network (MBN) is your go-to resource for valuable business and economic information. Here, you’ll find programs, podcasts, stories, and resources curated to help grow your business and create a thriving local community.
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Stay informed with the latest news and insights about Michigan’s economy and the businesses, leaders, and other advocates who power it.
Michigan Business Beat | Jason Cords, Shaheen Chevrolet & Cadillac, Customer Experience & EV Growth
Chris Holman welcomes back Jason Cords, Executive Manager, Shaheen Chevrolet, Shaheen Cadillac, Lansing, MI.
Michigan Works! Response to the Michigan House & Senate’s LEO/MEDC Budget Recommendations
This statement can be attributed to Ryan Hundt, CEO, Michigan Works! Association in response to the Michigan House and Senate’s LEO/MEDC budget recommendations: “The budget
ICYMI: Michigan Business Beat | Madeline Whitford, Martin Commercial Properties, 2026 Property Management
Chris Holman welcomes Madeline Whitford, Director of Property Management, Martin Commercial Properties, Lansing, MI. April 2026’s discussion dives into “property management”.
AAA Insurance: Spring Cleaning Steps That Can Protect Your Home and Car
AAA Insurance: What Your Spring Cleaning Lists Should Include to Protect Your Home and Auto Insurance experts share spring cleaning dos and don’ts to help avoid costly claims DEARBORN, Mich., (April 23,
AAA Insurance: Spring Cleaning Steps That Can Protect Your Home and Car
AAA Insurance: What Your Spring Cleaning Lists Should Include to Protect Your Home and Auto Insurance experts share spring cleaning dos and don’ts to help avoid costly claims DEARBORN, Mich., (April 23,
ICYMI: Leadership Lowdown | Mike Sullivan and Cam Spraggins – Let’s Play a Round!
Vic Verchereau welcomes Mike Sullivan, who is Co-Founder/CEO at Make The Turn and Cam Spraggins, who is Director of Golf Partnerships at Make The Turn.
LEO: Career Connect Newsletter: April 2026
National Apprenticeship Week is April 26 – May 2, 2026 The demand is real. Michigan will need more than 500,000 skilled trades workers by 2032,
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MBN SPEAKER SERIES: Sensible Cybersecurity with Rick Snyder
Come and join us at the Capitol Region International Airport to listen to Rick Snyder talk about Sensible Cybersecurity. With the rise of new technologies, it is always important to make sure your irreplaceable information does not fall into the wrong hands. At this luncheon, the former governor of Michigan, now the current CEO of SensCy, will talk about the importance of Cybersecurity, what hackers might do to try and steal your data, and how you can prevent that from happening.
Partners of MBN get in for free. As for anyone else, the cost is $55.
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Programs and Hosts
Check out our exciting lineup of Michigan business podcasts below. Explore each one to learn when these programs air and find more information about the business experts who host them.
100% Hustle
Hosted by Vicki Hamilton
Dive into the world of business ‘hustlers’ with 100% Hustle. Join in as we explore the art of turning passions into successful side hustles and careers while still maintaining balance.
A Shunpiker’s Journal
Hosted by Steve Purdy
Tune in to A Shunpiker’s Journal, hosted by Steve Purdy, as we delve into the stories of those who choose to veer off the turnpikes and freeways of America. Discover how Steve and others embrace unique approaches to experiencing businesses and lives intertwined with automobiles.
Build Smart. Lead Strong.
Hosted by Elizabeth Bernhard
Build Smart. Lead Strong highlights the innovative work being done by Michigan manufacturers. Elizabeth Bernhard talks with small manufacturers across Michigan—in rural communities as well as urban areas—that are building smart and leading strong. Industry experts share how they are supporting small manufacturers in their innovation, pivoting to capture new opportunities, and staying on a growth path.
Faces of Manufacturing
Hosted by Cindy Kangas and Joy Wagner
Faces of Manufacturing, co-hosted by Cindy Kangas and Joy Wagner, explores the people who make up the talent and culture of today’s manufacturing sector in Michigan. Learn the names, stories, and achievements of innovators who are growing local industry. Podcast guests include industry leaders, experts, and everyday people making a living in manufacturing.
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