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Hosted by Unknown Host · 🇺🇸 US · EN-US · 290 episodes
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An economic development podcast featuring candid conversations with business leaders across Michigan.
Unknown Host hosts The Michigan Opportunity, a business show with 290 episodes published.
From Research to Real World Impact: Michigan Technological University is Turning Ideas into Companies We sit down with Dr. Andrew Barnard , Vice President for Research at Michigan Technological University , to explore ho
Civil Discourse, Trust, and Resilience: The Bedrock of Michigan’s Civic and Economic Infrastructure We are joined by Tonya Schuitmaker and Rebekah Warren of Michiganders for Civic Resilience , an organization dedicated t
The ABCs of Data Centers: What They Are, Why They Matter, and How Michigan Communities Can Prepare We talk with Dr. Jean Hardy , Associate Professor in Michigan State University's Department of Media & Information, Assoc
Reliable energy and strong international partnerships are essential to economic growth, national competitiveness, and the future of advanced manufacturing. Paul Marin , Director of Public Affairs at the U.S. Trade and De
Growing Michigan's Future: How Agriculture Fuels Jobs, Innovation, and Economic Growth On this episode, we welcome Chuck Lippstreu , President of the Michigan Agri-Business Association , for an insightful conversation ab
Driving America's Next Manufacturing Revolution: How United States Council for Automotive Research (USCAR) is Shaping the Future of the U.S. Auto Industry Our guest is Steve Przesmitzki , President of USCAR , the collabo
From Lab to Launch: How the University of Michigan is Powering the Next Generation of Innovation On this episode we're joined by Kelly Sexton , Associate Vice President for Research and Innovation Partnerships and Econom
Sports are more than competition; they are a catalyst for economic development, community pride, and national visibility. The Detroit Sports Commission works year-round to attract elite amateur and professional sporting
How 3 Michigan small businesses are innovating and making an impact In this episode – with the help of Chris Rishko , Managing Director of Small Business and Talent at MEDC , we spotlight three Michigan small businesses
Rolling Growth Forward: How Motiv Bowling Is Investing in Muskegon and Michigan In this episode, Scott Wilbur of Motiv Bowling discusses how his family came together to grow their business presence while supporting Michi
Reinventing the Boardroom: Innovation, Startups and the Future of Decision-Making What if board meetings worked more like modern technology companies? Robert Wolfe , founder of Zeck , discusses entrepreneurship , startup
The Michigan Opportunity Podcast Continues Conversations at the Mackinac Policy Conference 2026 We continue broadcasting from Media Row at the legendary Mackinac Policy Conference, hosted at the iconic Grand Hotel on Mac
The Michigan Opportunity Podcast Heads to the Mackinac Policy Conference 2026 The Michigan Opportunity Podcast once again broadcasted from Media Row at the legendary Mackinac Policy Conference, hosted at the iconic Grand
What happens when entrepreneurship, creativity, and social impact come together in Detroit? Grit and a purposeful brand On this episode, Amy Peterson , CEO and Co-Founder of Rebel Nell , shares the remarkable story behin
Michigan is emerging as a major hub where technology, economics, and national security converge. From autonomous vehicles to drones, defense to maritime systems, next-generation security and more. In this special multi-g
From the Michigan National Guard to tech research and development, Camp Grayling provides support for federal, local and international partners Colonel Lucas J. Lanczy is the current Garrison Commander of the Camp Grayin
From leading MichAuto to shaping conversations at the Mackinac Policy Conference, Glenn Stevens breaks down how business, government, and innovation align to move the state forward. In this episode, Glenn Stevens , Execu
What’s really happening on the ground in downtown Detroit? 10+ Detroit Developments in 30 Minutes. In this fast-paced conversation, Eric Larson walks us through over 10 new and evolving developments shaping Detroit’s fut
Reimagining Higher Education: How Michigan State University is leading the future of talent, research and impact In this episode, Dr. Kevin Guskiewicz , the 22nd President of Michigan State University , explores his “One
Twenty Years of Pure Michigan: Exclusive Insights from Michigan’s Tourism Experts The Pure Michigan Governor’s Conference on Tourism is Michigan's premier annual event for travel and hospitality leaders to collaborate on
Amy Peterson
medical aesthetician, aesthetic educator, Lennox and 16th founder · Monarch and The Measuring Cup
1 appearance on this show
Glenn Stevens
Executive Director, MichAuto and VP of Automotive and Innovation at the Detroit Regional Chamber · Detroit Regional Chamber
1 appearance on this show
Eric Larson
Chief Executive Officer, Downtown Detroit Partnership · Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy
2 appearances on this show
Dr. Jonathan Smith
Senior Chief Deputy Director, Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity · Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity
1 appearance on this show
Steven Wilson
Executive Director, Economic Growth Institute, University of Michigan · University of Michigan - Economic Growth Institute
1 appearance on this show
Ryan Smith
Director of Communications and Government Relations · The Online Nutritional Education
1 appearance on this show
Rachel Stewart
President and CEO · Gardner White Furniture & Mattress
1 appearance on this show
Mike Duggan
former Mayor of Detroit · City of Detroit
1 appearance on this show
Pete Martin
Director of Portfolio Management · Marketing Society Scotland
1 appearance on this show
Jessica Nabongo
Author, Entrepreneur, Photographer, Travel Expert
1 appearance on this show
Haley Bennett
Director of Government Relations · Traverse Connect and the Northern Michigan Chamber Alliance
1 appearance on this show
Dr. Tom Kelly
Director of Product Marketing · Charity Auctions Today
1 appearance on this show
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