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Why the Future of Entrepreneurship Is Content Creation

The days when entrepreneurship was inextricably linked to a product or service are long gone. Instead, content creation has become a new central part of entrepreneurship. Most easily seen through influencers who post content to...

byLucas Miller

July 18, 2022

Howard Handler of 313 Presents on the Business of Entertainment

Howard Handler, president of 313 Presents, talks with Jeff Sloan about live events in Detroit and how the pandemic forced venues to get creative. Learn why artists consider Detroit a go-to destination and how the...

byInside Michigan Business

May 24, 2022

Ned Staebler of TechTown and Wayne State University on Challenges to Equitable Economic Growth

The president and CEO of TechTown Detroit and vice president for economic development at Wayne State University, Ned Staebler, talks with Jeff Sloan about the group’s pursuit of equitable growth, funding and access to opportunity...

byInside Michigan Business

May 23, 2022

StartupNation Growth Hacks #2: Establish Your Expertise With a Podcast

The second in a series. With more than 24 years of experience covering startups and small businesses, we've built up a knowledge base of what it takes to succeed as an entrepreneur and we're eager...

byStartupNation

February 23, 2022

TechBytes: The Intersection of Entrepreneurship and Technology

Welcome to the premiere episode of TechBytes, a new series by StartupNation and Dell Technologies! Join Dell Technologies’ Megan Wright and expert guests Dhiren Patel, client technologist, and Marcela Curran, product marketing consultant, as they...

byStartupNation

July 6, 2021

Everything Borrowed General Darren L. Werner

‘Everything Borrowed’ Podcast Ep. 19: A Conversation with Major General Darren L. Werner

Major General Darren L. Werner has not only achieved the rank of General in the U.S Army Tank-automotive and Armaments Command (TACOM), been awarded Legion of Merit, Bronze Star and Army Commendation Metal, to name...

byAndrew Blake

March 8, 2021

‘Everything Borrowed’ Podcast Ep. 18: A Conversation with Randall Buchman

On this new episode of "Everything Borrowed," Andrew welcomes Randall Buchman. Founder and CEO of Emerald Growth Partners, Buchman joins the Everything Borrowed roster in episode 18! Emerald Growth Partners is responsible for the cannabis...

byAndrew Blake

March 1, 2021

‘Everything Borrowed’ Podcast Ep. 17: A Conversation with Burton Heiss

Welcome to an all-new episode of "Everything Borrowed," a podcast hosted by Andrew Blake! On this episode, Andrew welcomes Burton Heiss, CEO of Buddy's Pizza. Burton joined Buddy’s Pizza as CEO in July 2019, with...

byAndrew Blake

February 22, 2021

StartupNation’s ‘Key Moves’ Podcast: John Ezzo (Episode 3)

Welcome to another episode of StartupNation’s “Key Moves” podcast, hosted by Jeff Sloan! In this podcast, Jeff goes beyond the mere backstory of business success and dives into the key moves made by the leaders and founders...

byJeff Sloan

February 19, 2021

‘Everything Borrowed’ Podcast Ep. 16: A Conversation with Mark Hackel

On this episode of "Everything Borrowed," Mark Hackel, County Executive for Macomb County, joins Andrew to talk about a few of the topics we are currently facing on the home front. Mark explains his thoughts...

byAndrew Blake

February 15, 2021

‘Everything Borrowed’ Podcast Ep. 15: A Conversation with Darren McCarty

Four-time Stanley Cup champion, former Red Wings enforcer, host of "Grind Time with Darren McCarty" podcast and a true Detroit gem, Darren McCarty joins Andrew for episode 15 of "Everything Borrowed." Darren is an advocate...

byAndrew Blake

February 8, 2021

StartupNation’s ‘Key Moves’ Podcast: Jayson Waller (Episode 2)

Welcome to another episode of StartupNation’s "Key Moves" podcast, hosted by Jeff Sloan! StartupNation exclusive discounts and savings on Dell products and accessories: Learn more here In this podcast, Jeff goes beyond the mere backstory...

byJeff Sloan

February 5, 2021

‘Everything Borrowed’ Podcast Ep. 14: A Conversation with Jason Hundey

Friend, writer, teacher, podcaster and history buff are just a few words to describe today's guest. On this episode of "Everything Borrowed," Jason Hundey joins host Andrew Blake to discuss the evolution and history of...

byAndrew Blake

February 3, 2021

‘Everything Borrowed’ Podcast Ep. 13: A Conversation with Charles Coristine

Charles Coristine, president and CEO of LesserEvil Snacks, channels his passions for mindfulness and healthy living into creating snacks. Today, "Everything Borrowed" host, Andrew Blake, chats with Coristine about his journey from a career on...

byAndrew Blake

February 1, 2021

‘Everything Borrowed’ Podcast Ep. 12: A Conversation with Lou Cysewski

Today, Andrew Blake sits down with the CEO and founder of Coolperx, Lou Cysewski. The two talk about sustainable business and how Cysewski helps companies combat climate change. Coolperx is the world's first and only...

byAndrew Blake

January 27, 2021

‘Everything Borrowed’ Podcast Ep. 11: A Conversation with Christopher George

On this episode of "Everything Borrowed," Andrew Blake's guest, Christopher George, is not only a Detroit native, the CEO and co-founder of Gentleman’s Box, but also chairman of the Subscription Trade Association (SUBTA). During the...

byAndrew Blake

January 25, 2021

‘Everything Borrowed’ Podcast Ep. 10: A Conversation with Spike Cohen

On today's episode of "Everything Borrowed," Andrew Blake welcomes Spike Cohen. Spike Cohen was the Libertarian Party's nominee for vice president during the 2020 election, running alongside Jo Jorgensen. The Libertarian may not have won...

byAndrew Blake

January 20, 2021

‘Everything Borrowed’ Podcast Ep. 9: A Conversation with Adam Mark Smith

Adam Mark Smith went from being a CFO to being on food stamps after protesting at a Chick-fil-A. The viral video cost him his career, reputation and sense of self. Author of "Million Dollar Cup...

byAndrew Blake

January 18, 2021

StartupNation’s ‘Key Moves’ Podcast: Andrew Blake (Episode 1)

Welcome to the inaugural edition of StartupNation’s "Key Moves" podcast, hosted by Jeff Sloan! In this podcast, Jeff goes beyond the mere backstory of business success and dives into the key moves made by the leaders and...

byJeff Sloan

January 15, 2021