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.
Elizabeth also wishes to thank Jennifer Deamud, her predecessor in both the Executive Director’s role and for her three years as host of this MBN program.
On Air: Mondays at 10 AM ET
Replay: 4 PM, 10 PM, 4 AM ET
Build Smart. Lead Strong. Episodes and Posts

ICYMI: Build Smart, Lead Strong | Completing the Puzzle: A New Electrical Maintenance Standard (NFPA-70B)
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January 1, 2025

Build Smart, Lead Strong | Completing the Puzzle: A New Electrical Maintenance Standard (NFPA-70B)
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November 29, 2024

ICYMI: Build Smart, Lead Strong | In the Crosshairs: Cybersecurity and the Threat to Manufacturing
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July 17, 2024

Build Smart, Lead Strong | In the Crosshairs: Cybersecurity and the Threat to Manufacturing
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June 19, 2024

MGA Announces May Event Lineup For Manufacturers in Michigan
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April 25, 2024

Build Smart, Lead Strong | ISAIC and Detect-It Connected for Industry 4.0 Technology Showcase
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December 20, 2023