Issue 10

We spent some time with Troy Cuvelier, President at Integrated Technologies, to hear what he had to say about leadership, cell phone apps, and more. Define leadership. Inspiring, always learning, educating, optimistic, listening, caring, compassionate, appreciative, team-focused. Who has had a tremendous impact on you as a leader? My grandmother. She instilled in me, from […]

At Imperial Beverage, company culture is built on care and lots of fun. Why do special delivery flowers bring more joy than those bought at the corner market? Why are cheers following a walk-off game winning homerun so much louder than those acknowledging an early lead held until the last out is made in the […]

We sat down with Paul Martus, principal industrial designer at Newell Brands, for a glimpse at design through his eyes. What does an industrial designer do? I truly believe we provide a service—a problem-solving service. We’re part detective, part artist, part futurist. We solve problems through visualization. These problems shape the future and hopefully make […]

With its commitment to healthy vegetables, all in a row! Summer evenings are a time when many of us enjoy sitting down to fresh, locally-grown vegetables for dinner, whether it’s a ripe red tomato on a juicy cheeseburger or slices of zucchini served with barbeque chicken. But, for many Southwest Michigan residents, a regular supply […]

We took some time to talk with Sophia Quinn, Regional Sales Manager at Blue Cross Blue Shield Of Michigan/Blue Care Network, to hear her thoughts on leadership, motivation, and more. Define leadership. The ability to bring a group of people together to attain a common goal. Who has had a tremendous impact on you as […]