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Hosted by Michigan Chamber of Commerce · 🇺🇸 US · EN · 105 episodes
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Each episode, a Michigan Chamber team member will sit down with a special guest (or guests) who are influential employers, policymakers and leaders in the community. We’ll discuss relevant and timely issues affecting our state’s job providers, economy, workforce, and communities. We’ll help foster pragmatic problem solving with civility as we explore the opportunities to protect, connect and strengthen Michigan businesses and build a stronger Michigan for all. Rather watch? Find "Mi Business Matters" on Facebook and YouTube!
Michigan Chamber of Commerce hosts Mi Business Matters, a business show with 105 episodes published.
Today’s conversation is part of our Leadership Lens series – where we focus on leaders from across Michigan industries and communities to learn about their journeys, leadership philosophies and the experiences that have
Jim kicks off a special series on one of the most talked-about – and often polarizing or misunderstood issues facing Michigan's future: data centers. As demand for digital infrastructure continues to accelerate, so do qu
Jim takes a closer look at the Michigan and Ontario border and one of the most integrated economic relationships in the world – not just trading goods but building products together across shared supply chains. That conn
Jim is joined by Steve Davis, recently named Michigan region president for the combined Fifth Third and Comerica operations. He’s stepping into this role at a moment of real change – leading through a major integration w
Jim is joined by Tricia Keith, President and CEO of Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. From her roots on a Michigan dairy farm to leading one of the state’s most influential health insurers, Tricia brings a grounded per
What does it really take to prepare students for today’s workforce – and are we starting early enough? In this episode, we explore a new approach to workforce readiness: AP Career Kickstart, a set of courses developed by
Housing is a quality-of-life issue – and an economic one. Across Michigan, employers are struggling to attract and retain talent and families are struggling to find homes they can afford. In this episode, we’re digging i
Michigan’s political and policy landscape is taking shape for 2026 – from legislative debates to early signals in what will be one of the most consequential election cycles in recent memory. In this episode, Jim is joine
Jim leads the discussion on permitting in Michigan – why it matters, where the system works and where it doesn’t. And how a regulatory process that is efficient, transparent and predictable is crucial to job creation and
In parts 1 and 2 of our legal reform series, we explored why Michigan’s legal climate matters – and how lawsuit abuse is driving up costs for employers, property owners and families alike – as well as new alliance that f
Jim is joined by Mike Cox, founder of the Mike Cox Law Firm, former State Attorney General and a 2026 candidate running to be Michigan’s next governor. This episode is part of our special series – Michigan’s Future in Fo
Jim is joined by Tom Leonard, a partner at Plunkett Cooney law firm, former Speaker of the House and a 2026 candidate running to be Michigan’s next governor. This episode is part of our special series – Michigan’s Future
Jim is joined by Mike Duggan, leader of our state’s largest city – the second longest serving Mayor in Detroit history. He is also a 2026 candidate for Michigan’s highest office: governor! This episode is part of our spe
Jim is joined by State Senator Aric Nesbitt, who serves as Senate Republican Leader representing our state’s 20th Senate District, which includes portions of Berrien, Van Buren, Allegan, and Kent counties. He is also a 2
Joining Jim is John James, who represents Michigan’s 10th Congressional District and is a 2026 candidate for Michigan’s highest office: governor! This episode is part of our special series – Michigan’s Future in Focus –
Jim is joined today by a state policy expert and author of a new Tax Foundation study, Jared Walczak, to help move past the rhetoric and focus on the facts of a proposed measure for the November 2026 ballot. Jared is a s
Jim leads the exploration on the recently launched Michigan Alliance for Legal Reform as we talk with the organization’s inaugural Director Zach Rudat about the state of our legal climate and what led to more than 30 org
Becky Burtka, VP of member engagement at the Michigan Chamber, takes you inside an energizing initiative: the National Civics Bee. It’s a fast-growing, nationwide competition that helps middle schoolers strengthen their
Becky Burtka, VP of Member Engagement for the Michigan Chamber, leads the discussion on something most leaders are dealing with – whether they say it out loud or not: how stressors or mental health are showing up at work
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Mi Business Matters is hosted by Michigan Chamber of Commerce. The show is categorised under business (careers) and has published 105 episodes.
Mi Business Matters has published 105 episodes.
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