Michigan Talent Talk

In this episode of Talent Talk, we are joined by Raymond Barry, Youth Services Leader at GST Michigan Works!, to explore how to unlock your potential and achieve career growth. Raymond, a seasoned ca…

In this episode, we are joined by Jason Carlisle, Assistant Principal at the Genesee Career Institute (GCI). Jason discusses how GCI works with 10th, 11th & 12th-grade students to achieve their caree…

In this episode, we are joined by Nick Leja to discuss the lessons he has learned during his entrepreneurial journey. Nick discusses the importance of listening and how networking with the right peop…

In this episode, we are joined by Wanda Bigelow, Apprenticeship Manager at GST Michigan Works! Wanda shares her insights into the benefits of pursuing a career in the trades via an apprenticeship. Sh…

In this episode of the Michigan Talent Talk podcast, we are joined by Kevin Mays, Owner & President of Flint United basketball. Kevin discusses the topics of resilience and perseverance as it relates…

In this episode, we are joined by Cindy Thornthwaite, Business Services Manager from GST Michigan Works! We explore the Going PRO program and how it is helping to upskill and reskill Michigan's workf…

In this episode, we are joined by Kimberly Coulter to discuss the steps you can take to achieve financial wellness and security. Kimberly is an expert in the field of financial education as well as b…

January is National Human Trafficking Prevention Month and we are joined by Special Agent in Charge Angie Salazar and Acting Assistant Special Agent in Charge Lisa Keith to help raise awareness. Angi…

In this episode, we are joined by Tiffany Rouser, Program Director at The Engagement Center in Flint. Tiffany shares how The Engagement Center helps guide young adults who are unemployed and not in s…

In this episode, we are joined by Perci Whitmore, Flint native and found of the Share The Keys program. We discuss how his organization helps support young men turn their creativity and dreams into a…

In this episode, we are joined by Ashley Sanders from the Flint & Genesee Economic Alliance. Ashley discusses how she can help local entrepreneurs advance their ideas and grow their business.

We are joined by Ken Lemons, Project Coordinator from the Greater Flint Health Coalition to discuss the importance of increasing awareness and access to resources for people struggling with invisible…

In this episode of our entrepreneur series, we are joined by Matt Shoffner, Senior Business Solutions Manager for the Michigan Manufacturing Technology Center (The Center). Matt describes how The Cen…

In this episode of the Michigan Talent Talk podcast, we are on location at Mott Community College for a tour of their Digital Fabrication Lab (Fab Lab). Thomas Herold, Director of MCC's Fab Lab gives…

We are joined by Jennifer and Amanda from 100K Ideas to discuss how the organization helps entrepreneurs develop their ideas into successful businesses. 100K Ideas is a team of hobbyists, thinkers, a…

In this episode, we are joined by Tiffany Bernethy and Shanise Ollie of Metro Community Development. We discuss how they help foster community development and create economic opportunities for indivi…

In this episode, we are joined by Lisa Rogers from Hamilton Community Health Network to discuss their current job openings and the services they offer to the community in Flint and the surrounding ar…

In this episode, I caught up with two Jobs for Michigan Graduates (JMG) Alumni during the recent JMG Career Development Conference. My first guest is Nolan Henson, a Flint native and currently a Seni…

On this episode of the Michigan Talent Talk podcast, we are joined by Calvin Ray to discuss the importance of mental health and self-care in our daily lives. 

In this episode we are joined by Author, Social Entrepreneur, Motivational Speaker, and President and CEO of Lite Tuition, Marc D. Alexander! Marc discusses his entrepreneurial journey and shares tip…