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Michigan Business Network (MBN) is your go-to resource for valuable business and economic information. Here, you’ll find programs, podcasts, stories, and resources curated to help grow your business and create a thriving local community.
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Stay informed with the latest news and insights about Michigan’s economy and the businesses, leaders, and other advocates who power it.

Don’t Miss Abby Lilly at AeroOne: Building a Resilient Aerospace & Defense Industrial Base
CONNECTING AEROSPACE. ADVANCING TOGETHER. Click Here For Full Conference Details and to Register The future of aerospace and defense depends on one critical factor: resilience.

AAA: Nearly 405,000 Drivers Needed Roadside Assistance Last Labor Day Weekend
What should drivers check before a Labor Day road trip? AAA shares tips to help prevent breakdowns, roadside delays and costly repairs. Summary Nearly 405,000 drivers needed

Michigan Business Beat | Lisa Lasser, Automation Alley – Register for Upcoming Mexico Trade Mission!
Chris Holman welcomes Lisa Lasser, International Business Services Manager, Automation Alley, Troy, MI. Hear Lisa and Chris preview the Mexico Trade Mission and explain why

ICYMI: Peters Concludes 10th and Final Motorcycle Tour in East Lansing
EAST LANSING, MI – U.S. Senator Gary Peters (MI) toured the Facility for Rare Isotope Beams (FRIB) at Michigan State University (MSU) during his annual motorcycle tour across Michigan. Peters highlighted his bipartisan efforts to secure more than

ICYMI: Peters Concludes 10th and Final Motorcycle Tour in East Lansing
EAST LANSING, MI – U.S. Senator Gary Peters (MI) toured the Facility for Rare Isotope Beams (FRIB) at Michigan State University (MSU) during his annual motorcycle tour across Michigan. Peters highlighted his bipartisan efforts to secure more than

ICYMI: Michigan Business Beat | Elizabeth Krear, CAR, Automotive Workforce Faces Growing Skills Gaps in ’26
Chris Holman welcomes back Elizabeth Krear, President and Chief Executive Officer, CAR, Center for Automotive Research, Ann Arbor, MI. Watch Elizabeth and Chris discuss automotive

24.3 Million Pounds of Fish Byproducts Now Being Productively Used in the Great Lakes St. Lawrence Region
(CHICAGO, IL) – The Conference of Great Lakes St. Lawrence Governors & Premiers (GSGP) today released its first performance report for the 100% Great Lakes
MBN SPEAKER SERIES: Civility In Business & Politics

Details
- Date: September 17
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Time:
11:00 am - 1:30 pm
- Cost: $50
- Event Category: MBN Speaker Series
- Website: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1999076965016?aff=oddtdtcreator
Programs and Hosts
Check out our exciting lineup of Michigan business podcasts below. Explore each one to learn when these programs air and find more information about the business experts who host them.
100% Hustle
Hosted by Vicki Hamilton
Dive into the world of business ‘hustlers’ with 100% Hustle. Join in as we explore the art of turning passions into successful side hustles and careers while still maintaining balance.
A Shunpiker’s Journal
Hosted by Steve Purdy
Tune in to A Shunpiker’s Journal, hosted by Steve Purdy, as we delve into the stories of those who choose to veer off the turnpikes and freeways of America. Discover how Steve and others embrace unique approaches to experiencing businesses and lives intertwined with automobiles.
Build Smart. Lead Strong.
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.
Faces of Manufacturing
Hosted by Cindy Kangas and Joy Wagner
Faces of Manufacturing, co-hosted by Cindy Kangas and Joy Wagner, explores the people who make up the talent and culture of today’s manufacturing sector in Michigan. Learn the names, stories, and achievements of innovators who are growing local industry. Podcast guests include industry leaders, experts, and everyday people making a living in manufacturing.
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