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Build Smart. Lead Strong.

Build Smart. Lead Strong., hosted by Elizabeth Bernhard, highlights the innovative work being done by Michigan manufacturers. She talks with small manufacturers all across Michigan, in rural communities as well as urban that are building smart and leading strong. Industry experts share how they are supporting small manufacturers to innovate, pivot to capture new opportunities, and stay on a growth path.
Elizabeth also wishes to thank Jennifer Deamud, her predecessor in both the Executive Director's role and for her three years as host of this MBN program.

12:00 PM every Monday
Replay: 6:00 PM, Tues. 12:00 AM, 6:00 AM

Additionally a special thanks to Joseph Derrick Marshall-Mosley for providing the music for this program. You can find more of his work at Apple Music:


Recent Posts

Growing Family Owned Manufacturer Focused on Employees and Community

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January 5, 2021 9:00 AM

Lyons Industries, third-generation family-owned manufacturer in Dowagiac, MI continued to grow throughout 2020. With over 100 employees, Lyons Industries is dedicated to serving clients, employees, and the community. In the coming year, they will focus on two keys areas. Building on their strong company culture, and leveraging resources to continue adopting industry 4.0 technologies to support growth. Check out the podcast to hear more about Lyons Industries, their 2021 focus areas, and hear about opportunities they have for individuals seeking to join a great team.

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MGA | Driving Innovation Through Company Culture

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December 17, 2020 8:00 AM

Driving Innovation Through Company Culture  

MGA spoke with co-owner Ellington Ellis about Global Battery Solutions' business growth, and what makes them unique.

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Innovative Magnetic Solutions Making an Impact

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November 25, 2020 3:00 PM

Jennifer Deamud welcomes the Chief Business Development Officer of Industrial Magnetics, Dennis O'Leary, to the Build Smart Lead Strong podcast.

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Moving Product More Efficiently

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November 24, 2020 9:00 AM

Host Jennifer Deamud welcomes the Owner of Conveyability Inc., Heath Verstraete, to the Build Smart Lead Strong podcast. 

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Build Smart Lead Strong | Sustainable Distilling Makes for Award Winning Spirits

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November 13, 2020 11:00 AM

Build Smart, Lead Strong Communication

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Sustainable Distilling Makes for Award Winning Spirits

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November 11, 2020 9:00 AM

Host Jennifer Deamud welcomes President and Founder of Valentine Distilling Co., Rifino Valentine, to the Build Smart Lead Strong podcast. 

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Driving Innovation Through Company Culture

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November 5, 2020 8:00 AM

Global Battery Solutions (GBS) is a world-class battery life cycle management service company in Holland, MI. It is a leader in battery repair, remanufacture, repurpose, and recycling—supporting battery programs so our customers can focus on their core businesses. GBS is working in the spaces of advanced tracking and monitoring, solar, and electrification. MGA spoke with co-owner Ellington Ellis about GBS, their business growth, and what makes them unique. Listen to the insight dialogue.

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Support for Second Stage Manufacturers

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November 3, 2020 9:00 AM

Watch Host Jennifer Deamud as she talks with Colleen Killen-Roberts, Vice President of Entrepreneurship at the Edward Lowe Foundation.

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Helping Small Manufacturers Build Smart & Lead Strong

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October 23, 2020 6:00 PM

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GS3 Global | Growing a Company While Supporting Community

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October 22, 2020 8:00 AM

Host Jennifer Deamud as she talks with Lisa Lunsford, Co-founder CEO of GS3 Global, on the Build Smart Lead Strong podcast.

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