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In MI Downtown

Hosted by Michigan Downtown Association · government · EN · 63 episodes

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In MI Downtown features impactful projects and programs happening in downtowns throughout the State of Michigan. IMD is a production of the Michigan Downtown Association.

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What is In MI Downtown about?

In MI Downtown features impactful projects and programs happening in downtowns throughout the State of Michigan. IMD is a production of the Michigan Downtown Association.

Who hosts In MI Downtown?

In MI Downtown is hosted by Michigan Downtown Association. The show has published 63 episodes to date.

What has In MI Downtown covered recently?

Recent episodes include "In MI Downtown - Farmington is a GAMSA Winner!" (28 September 2026, 23 minutes), "In MI Downtown - Revolving Loan Funds" (27 May 2026, 24 minutes), and "In MI Downtown - Downtown Marketing with Catalyst Media Factory" (23 April 2026, 24 minutes).

How often does In MI Downtown publish?

In MI Downtown publishes roughly monthly, with episodes averaging 25 minutes across 63 episodes.

How hard is it to get booked on In MI Downtown?

Booking probability for In MI Downtown is 31%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. In MI Downtown requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. In MI Downtown's contact route on record: public web form.

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The strongest fits for In MI Downtown are Housing & Urban Planning. In MI Downtown has a government audience.

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Michigan Downtown Association hosts In MI Downtown, a government show with 63 episodes published.

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Recent episodes

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  • In MI Downtown

    In MI Downtown - Farmington is a GAMSA Winner!

    Sep 28, 202623 min

    Downtown Farmington continues to reach higher levels in place making and economic development, recently culminating in the receipt of the Great American Main Street Award from Main Street America. Learn from director...

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    In MI Downtown - Revolving Loan Funds

    May 27, 202624 minS0

    <p>This episode of In MI Downtown explores the concept of revolving loan funds, their benefits, challenges, and best practices for downtown development and small business support. Guests Josh, Sam and Lizzie share...

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    In MI Downtown - Downtown Marketing with Catalyst Media Factory

    Apr 23, 202624 minS0

    <p>In this episode, MDA Executive Director Dana Walker interviews Jennifer Foster, CEO of Catalyst Media Factory, about how small businesses can leverage PR and social media to thrive in downtown areas. They discuss...

  • In MI Downtown

    In MI Downtown - Public Policy Primer with MML

    Mar 24, 202623 minS0

    <p>This podcast features an insightful discussion with Shanna Dreheim, Policy Director at the Michigan Municipal League, exploring the fundamentals of public policy and its impact on downtown development and community...

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    In MI Downtown - Partner Focus - MI Retailers

    Feb 19, 202626 minS0

    <p>In this episode, Dana Walker discusses the Michigan Retailers Association (MRA) with Vic Veda and Burke Sage. They explore the benefits of MRA membership, including legislative advocacy, merchant services, and...

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    In MI Downtown - March 3 Advocacy Day

    Jan 27, 202620 minS0

    <p>MDA Executive Director Dana Walker, along with members of the organizational Advocacy Committee, discusses the value and details of the upcoming annual visit with legislators in Michigan's Capitol in Lansing. Thank...

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    In MI Downtown - The Pulse with Jeff Genova

    Dec 21, 202520 minS0

    <p>In this episode of The Pulse, Dana Walker speaks with Jeff Genova, the Downtown Development Authority Coordinator for Holland, Michigan. They discuss Jeff's journey from managing a brewery to his current role in city...

  • In MI Downtown

    In MI Downtown - Lighting Lessons with Lumecon

    Oct 22, 202525 minS0

    <p>In this episode of In MI Downtown, Bob Hahn from Farmington Hills-based lighting supplier Lumecon discusses advances in the lighting industry, the Dark Skies Initiative and the importance of lighting to downtown...

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    In MI Downtown - Design Guidelines

    Jul 2, 202526 minS0

    <p>In the March, 2025 episode of In MI Downtown, we discussed Facade Incentive Programs with Boyne City's Ingrid Day. As a follow-up to that conversation, we invited Michigan's State Historic Preservation Office to...

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    In MI Downtown - Meet Our Friends at GD Placemaking

    May 28, 202528 minS0

    <p>Combining specialties to create the boutique consulting firm GD Placemaking, Lindsey Dotson and Rae Gosling offer services to communities for project management, Main Street consulting and small business...

  • In MI Downtown

    In MI Downtown - Ice Guru Events Intro

    May 21, 202520 minS0

    <p>Looking for a unique way to engage your downtown visitors in any season? Find out more about Ice Guru Events from owner Randy Finch. From ice sculpting to bubble clouds, services from Ice Guru Events can help...

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    In MI Downtown - Facade Improvement Programs

    Mar 24, 202522 minS0

    <p>Facade Improvement Programs are a tool long-used by DDAs and Main Street Programs to compel, support and incentivize improvements that add to a downtown's historic character and quality. In today's episode, we learn...

  • In MI Downtown

    In MI Downtown - Build a Better Relationship with City Leaders

    Feb 18, 202530 minS0

    <p>Coordination and communication are key ingredients to a healthy relationship with city leaders who are looking to their DDAs for economic development success. Paul Zelenak, long-time volunteer with the MDA and an...

  • In MI Downtown

    In MI Downtown - The Pulse with Mike McGuinness

    Feb 9, 202535 minS0

    <p>Downtown directors are the heartbeat of their communities! And, Mike McGuiness has been integrally involved in the workings of not one, but two communities with his creative and positive leadership style. Learn how...

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    In MI Downtown - The Pulse with Laura Cloutier

    Jan 14, 202520 minS0

    <p>Michigan's downtown directors are the heartbeat of their communities! And, we'd like to get to know them better. In this special episode of The Pulse/In MI Downtown, we learn more about Downtown Wixom's Laura...

  • In MI Downtown

    In MI Downtown - 2024 MDA Award Winner Showcase

    Jan 8, 202536 minS0

    <p>At its 2024 annual conference, the MDA announced the recipients of four awards for excellence! In this episode, we learn about the awards and the community reactions from the respective DDA Directors in Farmington...

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    In MI Downtown - Downtown Branding & Marketing Trends

    Nov 18, 202430 minS0

    <p>Need help getting out your downtown's story?</p> <p>Community branding and downtown marketing work hand-in-hand to provide a platform for you to raise awareness and to attract more visitors. Learn the latest trends...

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    In MI Downtown - Fall Conference Preview

    Oct 1, 202423 minS0

    <p>The membership of the Michigan Downtown Association meets this November, 2024, for its annual fall conference in one of Michigan's premier downtowns, Ann Arbor!</p> <p><br /></p> <p>Guests Dana Walker, MDA ED, and...

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    In MI Downtown - Plymouth's Five-Year Strategic Plan

    Sep 24, 202426 minS0

    <p>Sam Plymale, Plymouth DDA's Executive Director, discusses the why and how of the creation of Downtown Plymouth's 2024 Five-Year Strategic Plan, followed up with a brief outline of what is included in the plan and...

  • In MI Downtown

    In MI Downtown - The Pulse with Elizabeth Morse

    Sep 19, 202422 minS0

    <p>Once a Spartan, always a Spartan! Learn what DDA and farm life is like for Sparta DDA Executive Director Elizabeth Morse. Hear more about her journey from being a high schooler who wanted to leave her town to being...

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