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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.

LEO | State Officials Urge Congress to Avoid Medicaid Cuts, Highlight Potential Negative Impacts on Rural Hospitals, Local Communities
Roundtable at Munson Healthcare in Cadillac discussed devastating impact of potential cuts to Medicaid, which provides health care coverage to 1 in 4 Michiganders Potential cuts would impact health care coverage

ICYMI: Media Business | Jessie Stipcak, How Media Deals w/ Entertainment, Sports Bars & Pickleball Trend
Tony Conley is a newer content contributor and show host for Michigan Business Network. To kick-off his eighty-fourth episode, Tony has a three-segment conversation about

Lugnuts, Team Lyders Taco Bell Announce Launch-a-Ball to Benefit Capital Area Humane Society
LANSING, Mich. – The Lansing Lugnuts and Team Lyders Taco Bell are teaming up to support the Capital Area Humane Society through Launch-A-Ball, launching into Jackson® Field™ during nine

LEO | BEAD Program Draws Strong Interest during First Application Window
LANSING, Mich. — The Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity’s (LEO) Michigan High-Speed Internet Office (MIHI) is advancing efforts to extend broadband coverage to every home, business and community anchor institution

LEO | BEAD Program Draws Strong Interest during First Application Window
LANSING, Mich. — The Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity’s (LEO) Michigan High-Speed Internet Office (MIHI) is advancing efforts to extend broadband coverage to every home, business and community anchor institution

ICYMI: Michigan Business Beat | Kimberly Way Michigan Works! Association Gearing up for Impact Awards 2025!
Chris Holman welcomes back Kimberly Way, CXO, Chief Experience Officer, Michigan Works! Association, Lansing, MI.

Consumers Energy Celebrates Line Worker Appreciation Day
Recognizing the People Powering Reliability and Progress JACKSON, Mich., April 18, 2025 – Today, Consumers Energy proudly celebrates Line Worker Appreciation Day, recognizing the highly
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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