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Michigan
Detroit
Economic Development
Michigan Economic Development Corporation
Detroit, United States
Michigan State University
Grand Rapids
Artificial Intelligence
Michigan Political Leadership Program
Education
University Of Michigan
MEDC
Innovation
Job Growth
Small Businesses
Interlochen Center For the Arts
Entrepreneurship
Detroit Regional Partnership
Mobility
Automotive Industry

An economic development podcast featuring candid conversations with business leaders across Michigan.

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Latest Episodes

Rolling Growth Forward: How Motiv Bowling Is Investing in Muskegon and Michigan

In this episode, Scott Wilbur of Motiv Bowling discusses how his family came together to grow their business presence while supporting Michigan manufacturing, local jobs... more

Reinventing the Boardroom: Innovation, Startups and the Future of Decision-Making

What if board meetings worked more like modern technology companies? Robert Wolfe, founder of Zeck, discusses entrepreneurship, startup culture, and how technology is ... more

The Michigan Opportunity Podcast Continues Conversations at the Mackinac Policy Conference 2026

We continue broadcasting from Media Row at the legendary Mackinac Policy Conference, hosted at the iconic Grand Hotel on Mackinac Island. The podcast fea... more

The Michigan Opportunity Podcast Heads to the Mackinac Policy Conference 2026

The Michigan Opportunity Podcast once again broadcasted from Media Row at the legendary Mackinac Policy Conference, hosted at the iconic Grand Hotel on Mackinac Island. Th... more

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Recent Guests

Amy Peterson
CEO and Co-founder of Rebel Nell; Co-founder of the Congregation and the Rectory
Rebel Nell; Congregation and the Rectory
Episode: S6 Ep.19 - Amy Peterson, CEO and Founder, Rebel Nell
Raymond Stemitz
Director of Information Management and Information Advantage, Michigan National Guard
Michigan National Guard
Episode: S6 Ep.18 - AUVSI XPONENTIAL Conference: Michigan at the Center of Air, Land, Water & Space
Tim George
Vice President of Sales and Marketing
ND Defense (Navistar Defense)
Episode: S6 Ep.18 - AUVSI XPONENTIAL Conference: Michigan at the Center of Air, Land, Water & Space
Sean Hilbert
President
Cobraaero
Episode: S6 Ep.18 - AUVSI XPONENTIAL Conference: Michigan at the Center of Air, Land, Water & Space
Alyssa Roath
CEO
National Advanced Mobility Consortium (NAMSI)
Episode: S6 Ep.18 - AUVSI XPONENTIAL Conference: Michigan at the Center of Air, Land, Water & Space
Colleen Hau
Managing Director
Newlab Detroit
Episode: S6 Ep.18 - AUVSI XPONENTIAL Conference: Michigan at the Center of Air, Land, Water & Space
Lucas J. Lanczy
Garrison Commander, Camp Grayling
Michigan Army National Guard
Episode: S6 Ep.17 - Colonel Lucas J. Lanczy, Garrison Commander, Camp Grayling
Glenn Stevens Jr.
Executive Director of MichAuto at the Detroit Regional Chamber
MichAuto, Detroit Regional Chamber
Episode: S6 Ep.16 - Glenn Stevens - Executive Director, MichAuto and VP of Automotive and Innovation at the Detroit Regional Chamber
Eric Larson
Chief Executive Officer of Downtown Detroit Partnership
Downtown Detroit Partnership
Episode: S6 Ep.15 - Eric Larson, CEO, Downtown Detroit Partnership

Host

Ed Clemente
Host of The Michigan Opportunity

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 20 ratings
  • Curiouser and More Curiouser

    Ed has me journeying down the rabbit hole of Michigan’s economy. Listening to the show is akin to walking up on a conversation at a party and not realizing how interested you were in the subject matter. Ed mixes humor with hard data, turning complex topics into relatable digestible discussions. I find myself digging into the catalog to learn more about particular companies or development from the state side. Listen in, your only regret will be realizing you will be compelled to fit one more “thi... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kredit carma
    United States3 months ago
  • My favorite podcast

    Ed’s interviews are always engaging, entertaining and educational. He loves Michigan and its people and it shows. New insights on the Great State each show. Keep up the great work, Ed!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mike Schreuder
    United Statesa year ago
  • Evil Progressive Elites

    Progressive elites trying to convince you to support their anti-middle class and anti-poor ideas. Don’t buy what they are selling.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Garden Perfect
    United States3 years ago
  • Zealous, Engaging, Business focused podcast

    Ed is a great host who brings the best out of his interviewees. Really enjoy the work he is doing on this Michigan business focused podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    El-Az
    United States5 years ago

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Guests bring diverse expertise across industries and sectors.
The host blends humor with data to make complex topics approachable.
A few episodes show strong insider access to Michigan's economic initiatives.
Positive, energetic, and entrepreneurship-focused with a practical tilt.
Shows highlight Michigan's economy through relatable conversations and real-world examples.

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S5 Ep.35 - Vicki Selva, Executive Director, The Detroit Regional Defense Coalition
Q: What is the Detroit Regional Defense Coalition and why is it important for the Southeast Michigan economy?
It is a coalition of regional partners aimed at strengthening defense and aerospace contracting in Southeast Michigan, acting as a multiplier to connect local businesses with government opportunities and big players in the defense ecosystem.
S5 Ep.30 - Matt McCauley, Senior Vice President-Regional Development, MEDC
Q: What does the MEDC regional development team actually do on the ground?
They act as the frontline intake and discovery for business and community development projects, coordinating across ten prosperity regions to align local needs with MEDC and MSF board decisions.
S5 Ep. 37 - Alison Watson, Director, Michigan Arts and Culture Council
Q: What are the biggest challenges or trends facing arts organizations post-pandemic?
There are funding gaps, ongoing recovery from closures, and organizations needing to rethink operations and programs to adapt to new realities while emphasizing the fundamental role of arts and culture in community life.
S5 Ep. 37 - Alison Watson, Director, Michigan Arts and Culture Council
Q: What are some standout projects across the state your office highlights?
Projects include the Top of the Lakes Snowmobile Museum in the UP, the Air Zoo in Kalamazoo with its restoration center, and the Sam Beauford Woodworking Institute in Adrian, each chosen to show how arts and culture touch everyday life and community identity.
S5 Ep. 37 - Alison Watson, Director, Michigan Arts and Culture Council
Q: Can you walk us through the breadth of what Michigan Arts and Culture Council does?
The council funds a wide range of entities through grants, from major museums to local theaters, historical societies, school programs, and even non-arts organizations that provide arts or cultural programming, including field trips and professional development for artists and administrators.

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A Michigan-focused economic development show that features candid conversations with business leaders, policymakers, and regional influencers shaping the state's economy. Across episodes, topics span manufacturing, defense and aerospace, urban transformation, tourism, talent development, and cross-border commerce, with a practical emphasis on how policy, institutions, and private investment accelerate growth. Notable strengths include a strong regional network, data-driven storytelling, and a mix of university, government, and industry perspectives that illuminate Michigan's evolving industrial mix and place-based opportunities.

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Recent guests on The Michigan Opportunity include:

1. Amy Peterson
2. Raymond Stemitz
3. Tim George
4. Sean Hilbert
5. Alyssa Roath
6. Colleen Hau
7. Lucas J. Lanczy
8. Glenn Stevens Jr.

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