The Michigan Opportunity
An economic development podcast featuring candid conversations with business leaders across Michigan.
Podcasting since 2020 • 191 episodes
The Michigan Opportunity
Latest Episodes
S4 Ep.34 - Jane Ghosh, President & CEO, Discover Kalamazoo
From Japan with Johnson’s Baby products to the UK with Kellogg’s, Jane has a wealth of experience to showcase the unique charms of Kalamazoo County.Listen to Jane Ghosh...
September 18, 2024
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Season 4
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Episode 35
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24:10
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