by Kimberly Viers | Jun 20, 2019 | Uncategorized
Frank Sardone, president and chief executive officer at Bronson Healthcare, walks us through his journey to leadership. 1957 | BORN IN AKRON, OHIO I was born in Akron. I grew up in a family of five children, although before I was born, there were only two—so I came...
by Kimberly Viers | Jun 20, 2019 | Culture
Support for sustainable winemaking yields wine that’s better for people and the planet. Shoppers are increasingly focused on how their purchasing decisions affect their health and that of the environment. The terms organic, natural, and sustainable have surpassed...
by Kimberly Viers | Jun 20, 2019 | Business
A Q+A with Mike Elwell, director of Western Michigan University (WMU)’s Richmond Institute of Product Design and Innovation. What should people know about WMU’s product design program? The Richmond Institute of Product Design and Innovation is two years old now, so...
by Kimberly Viers | Jun 20, 2019 | Leadership
Elisabeth Von Eitzen, partner at Warner Norcross + Judd LLP, and L. Marshall Washington, Ph.D., president of Kalamazoo Valley Community College, tell us their thoughts on mentorship, values, and more. FIRST CAR Von Eitzen: 1991 Mercury Tracer Washington: An Oldsmobile...
by Kimberly Viers | Jun 20, 2019 | Leadership
Overwhelmed at work? Remember the (Unofficial) Stride Law. Much has been written about the changing of the generational guard in the American workforce. A multi-generational workforce certainly presents its challenges, but perhaps no more so than it has in the past....
by Kimberly Viers | Jun 20, 2019 | Culture
Melissa Goodson, Development Director of Alzheimer’s Association, tells us how the Walk to End Alzheimer’s leads ever closer to a cure. SPONSOR ORGANIZATION: Alzheimer’s Association EVENT: Walk to End Alzheimer’s DATE: September 29, 2019 TIME: 12:00 pm LOCATION:...
by Kimberly Viers | Jun 20, 2019 | Business
Start with an energetic entrepreneur and three company divisions encompassing trucking, real estate, and storage. Add a skilled team, an out-of-the-box thinker, and seven Broncos. What is the result? Clark Logic and its formula for cultivating business and talent...
by Kimberly Viers | Jun 20, 2019 | Business
Starting a new career can seem daunting, but it helps to have a supportive employer that encourages learning. West Michigan is full of young professionals and businesses eager to hire them. One of those young professionals is Jeff Clay. And one of those businesses is...
by Kimberly Viers | Jun 20, 2019 | Business
Wyatt Counterman learns the ins and outs of finance at LVM Capital Management. Hometown Kalamazoo, MI Education Western Michigan University (WMU) Finance Major; Music Minor Graduation Date: May 2020 Position Financial Planning Intern at LVM Capital Management Getting...
by Kimberly Viers | May 1, 2019 | Uncategorized
Forman Glass trades up to Southwest Michigan from their former home base of Fort Wayne, Indiana, bringing 20 new jobs to our region! FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 1, 2019 Contact: Joe Agostinelli partner Southwest Michigan First P.O. Box 50827 Kalamazoo, MI 49005-0827...
by Kimberly Viers | Apr 1, 2019 | Leadership
Greg Dobson, Chief Operating Officer and Principal at AVB, tells us about his journey to leadership. 1970 | Born in Quincy, MI I grew up in a strong family environment. However, my entire family is made up of die-hard Michigan State Spartans. So, when I got a...
by Kimberly Viers | Apr 1, 2019 | Leadership
Nick White, Director of Facilities for Ascension Borgess Health, and Nancy Turtle, Kalamazoo Community Bank President at Mercantile Bank, give their perspective on leadership. First thing you do in the morning? Nick White: Make my bed. Nancy Turtle: Brew a cup of...
