Jeff Sloan Archives

MEDC’s Fred Molnar on What’s Fueling the Success of Michigan Startups

On this episode of “Inside Michigan Business,” host Jeff Sloan talks with Fred Molnar of the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) about innovation, technology and entrepreneurship in the state. Tune in to the conversation: ...

byInside Michigan Business

September 19, 2022

Troy Mayor Ethan Baker on Politics and Growing the Business Community

On this episode of "Inside Michigan Business," host Jeff Sloan talks with Troy Mayor Ethan Baker about politics, his plans for the city and how to foster a growing, thriving business community. Tune in to...

byInside Michigan Business

September 8, 2022

Want a Proven Business Model? Try Coffee Shop Franchising

The beauty of franchising is that you're buying into a proven business model, Jeff says on this segment of "The Pre W. Smith Show," and coffee shops are a great way to go. Listen to...

byJeff Sloan

September 8, 2022

The Rise of the Side Startup Makes the Most of Remote Work

On this segment of "The Pre W. Smith Show," Jeff talks with Rani Molla about her Vox article on remote workers starting a side startup without quitting their jobs. Story: https://bit.ly/3ToyDQd Listen to the conversation...

byJeff Sloan

August 31, 2022

Need Extra Cash? Pursue a Side Hustle

On this segment of "The Pre W. Smith Show," Jeff Sloan shares ideas on side hustles you can pursue during inflationary times, or any time you need some extra cash. Tune in for the full...

byJeff Sloan

August 29, 2022

Indeed’s Greg Powell: Michigan Is Thriving State for Small Business

On this episode of "Inside Michigan Business," Jeff Sloan talks with Greg Powell of Indeed about the hot labor market and the strengths of small businesses. Tune in below to listen to the conversation: ...

byInside Michigan Business

August 17, 2022

Business Biography: Competitive Spirit Drives Entrepreneur Jeff Fratarcangeli

On this episode of "Business Biography," Jeff talks with Jeff Fratarcangeli of Fratarcangeli Wealth Management about how he learned to outsmart, outwork and outperform the competition to realize his goals and ambitions. Listen to the...

byJeff Sloan

August 13, 2022

Angel Investor Doron York on Winning Entrepreneur Traits

On this episode of "Inside Michigan Business," Jeff Sloan talks with angel investor Doron York about the excitement and importance of investing in early-stage businesses. Tune in below to listen to the conversation: In...

byInside Michigan Business

August 11, 2022

Employees Are Defying Orders to Return to the Office

On this segment of "The Pre W. Smith Show," Jeff talks with Business Insider writer Aki Ito about the impact of some employees' refusal to return to the office. Listen to the conversation on the...

byJeff Sloan

August 9, 2022

Is a 4-Day Workweek Worth It?

On this segment of "The Pre W. Smith Show," Jeff reveals the results of a six-month trial of a four-day workweek. Learn how 70 companies in the study made a shorter week work. Listen to...

byJeff Sloan

August 9, 2022

Business Biography: Mike Palmer Built Premier Pet Supply His Way

On this episode of "Business Biography," Jeff talks with Mike Palmer about his entrepreneurial journey with Premier Pet Supply. Palmer has built the business his way. Listen to the conversation on the Great Voice.

byJeff Sloan

August 6, 2022

Buy Now Pay Later: What You Need to Know

On this segment of "The Pre W. Smith Show," Jeff talks with Wall Street Journal reporter AnnaMaria Andriotis about buy now, pay later companies. Listen to the conversation on the Great Voice.

byJeff Sloan

August 4, 2022

Protect Your Crypto Wallet Better Than This Guy

On this segment of "The Pre W. Smith Show," Jeff shares a cautionary tell about how important it is not to lose the key to your crypto wallet. Listen to the conversation on the Great...

byJeff Sloan

August 3, 2022

Shine & Rise Promotes Gender Diversity in Tech Startup Ecosystem

On this segment of "The Pre W. Smith Show," Jeff talks with Kristina Oberly and Alison Todak of Shine & Rise, a nonprofit that aims to improve gender diversity in the tech and startup communities...

byJeff Sloan

August 3, 2022

SBAM’s Brian Calley on the State of Small Business in Michigan

On this episode of "Inside Michigan Business," Small Business Association of Michigan (SBAM) President and CEO Brian Calley talks with Jeff Sloan about the organization's latest survey of small businesses. Tune in to listen to...

byInside Michigan Business

July 29, 2022

Little Liberia Wins Comerica Hatch Detroit Competition

On this segment of "The Pre W. Smith Show," Ned Staebler of TechTown Detroit talks with Jeff about the winner of the latest Comerica Hatch Detroit Contest, Little Liberia. Read more: https://bit.ly/3PIZxjj Listen to the...

byJeff Sloan

July 29, 2022

Ask the Experts: Cannabis Insurance Considerations

Michael Spath of Kapnick Insurance discusses the unique coverage considerations for the cannabis industry with business insurance and employee benefits experts, Rama Gupta and Adam Blitchok. Here are highlights from that conversation. Tune in below...

byStartupNation

July 29, 2022

First Things First: Start Your Day With Exercise

On this segment of "The Pre W. Smith Show," Jeff shares study results encouraging exercise first thing in the morning. Just do it! Here's why. Listen to the conversation on the Great Voice.

byJeff Sloan

July 25, 2022

Business Biography: Mario Kiezi Adds Oakland Mall to Growing Real Estate Portfolio

Host Jeff Sloan talks with 31-year-old real estate developer and entrepreneur Mario Kiezi, the son of immigrants who just purchased Oakland Mall. Listen to the conversation on the Great Voice. Verizon Small Business Digital...

byJeff Sloan

July 23, 2022

DNR’s Ron Olson Explains Plans to Improve Michigan State Parks

On this segment of "The Pre W. Smith Show," Jeff Sloan talks with Michigan Department of Natural Resources Chief Ron Olson about plans to improve state parks. Listen to the conversation on the Great Voice.

byJeff Sloan

July 22, 2022