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Jeffrey Mosher welcomes back Elaina Farnsworth, Speaker | Published Author | Agent for Change in Electrification & 21st Century Infrastructure, and since last summer Chief Executive Officer, SkillFusion, Rochester, MI.
First of all, Elaina, welcome, I know along the way you've been recognized as a 2018 Top 10 Influencers for North American Automotive Suppliers, tell us a bit about your career path?
Accelerating the shift to electric vehicles through policy and innovation?
Debunking myths surrounding electric vehicle performance and range?
Highlighting the environmental and economic benefits of EV adoption?
Showcasing advancements in EV technology and infrastructure?
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Chris Holman welcomes back Teri Sand, SHRM-CP, PHR, CBSP, CRP, Business Services Manager, Capital Area Michigan Works!, Lansing, MI,
but serving Ingham Eaton, and Clinton Counties
[THEME: Teri discusses Employer of the Day events, Weekly Hot Jobs Report and solutions for businesses who are hiring.]
Question: What are some opportunities CAMW! offers to employers who are currently hiring?
Each week, CAMW! partners with local employers to host Employer of the Day events at our Lansing American Job Center locations.
Employers who host Employer of the Day event are able to:
On-site recruiting.
On-site interviews.
In-person resume collection. [ Teri, please feel free to add any additional benefits.]
Question: Teri, Can't Employers can also request to post a job opening on your Weekly Hot Jobs Report?
Yes, This report is a compiled list of new job postings in the Lansing and surrounding communities.
Released every Tuesday, each job on the Hot Jobs Report is placed into one of the following categories:
Business.
Healthcare.
Trades & transportation.
Information Technology.
Manufacturing.
Miscellaneous.
This report is shared across many channels to allow employers to connect with a wider audience across the region, including:
CAMW!’s social media.
CAMW!’s internal newsletter.
Employers can use the following link to request recruitment through an Employer of the Day event: https://www.camw.org/employers/promote-open-jobs
Question: What other employer resources does CAMW! offer for those looking to fill positions?
Employers who have a position they need to fill can search the candidate profiles on the www.mitalent.org site.
This allows employers to find individuals who meet the specific job requirements.
Pure Michigan Talent Connect, is a “tool connecting Michigan’s job seekers and employers and serves as a central hub linking all public and private stakeholders who support Michigan’s workforce.” Many of the job opportunities on the Weekly Hot Jobs report are listed here as well.
Employers can also consider joining local job search groups on Facebook.
Employers are encouraged to share job openings through these groups to target and reach a wider audience.
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Jeffrey Mosher welcomes JT Weis, Managing Director, Rapid Line Incorporated, Grand Rapids, MI.
1. Could you give readers and listeners a brief overview of Studio Wise/Rapid Line and what both companies are bringing to the B2B sphere?
2. Who are Studio Wise and Rapid Line hoping to serve through this new partnership?
3. When it comes to modernizing B2B quoting and getting your products into the hands of your customers with more efficiency, what goals and upcoming initiatives will this partnership focus on?
4. How does Studio Wise hope to leverage its standing within the design industry to accelerate its growth in the upscale hospitality market?
5. The acquisition is part of a broader strategy to diversify Rapid Line’s business to now include high-quality products, which will strengthen its model, can you explain the vision behind this?
6. What can Studio Wise and Rapid Line partners expect in the coming months?
Rapid Line Incorporated Acquires Studio Wise Design
Major metal fabrication player enters upscale hospitality table market.
[Grand Rapids, MI, March 25, 2024]: Rapid Line Incorporated, headquartered in Grand Rapids, Michigan, and recognized as an ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan), has announced its acquisition of Studio Wise Design, also based in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
Rapid Line is a prominent Midwest metal component manufacturer operating across various sectors, including office furniture, outdoor furniture, all-terrain vehicles, and medical equipment.
“The Studio Wise product lines are of high design and quality. We intend to leverage this and accelerate Studio Wise’s growth in the upscale hospitality market,” states Rick Van Dis, Rapid Line President & CEO.
The acquisition is part of a broader strategy to diversify Rapid Line’s business to now include high-quality products, which will strengthen its model. Van Dis continues, “Rapid Line has a strong foundation and reputation of on-time service and high quality. Our recent plant automation and equipment investments will support the Studio Wise growth plan.”
Studio Wise is the designer table of choice in many well-known culinary destinations and resorts, including Gordon Ramsay restaurants, Sunda Asian, Marriott Hotels, Hard Rock Resorts, and several other luxury destinations.
“Studio Wise has produced beautifully designed, high-quality products. Over the past couple of years, we’ve been focused on modernizing B2B quoting and get our products into the hands of our customers more efficiently. Our new platform disrupts the way manufacturers and the architecture & design community quote and specify furniture. This acquisition by Rapid Line will allow us to go much further and truly grow our business to the level we know we can achieve,” Troy Bosworth, Studio Wise founder.
Troy Bosworth intends to remain on board to provide consultation and support for the company's vision, with a primary focus on product design and bolstering the implementation of aggressive growth strategies.
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Rapid Line Incorporated is a full-service metal fabrication and contract manufacturer headquartered in Grand Rapids, MI. More than just metal fabricators, Rapid-Line integrates plastics, wood, fabric, cork, and glass into custom-finished products. Rapid-Line was founded in 1926 and expanded manufacturing space three times with a current capacity of 100,000 square feet of manufacturing space and approximately 100 employees. -
Chris Holman welcomes Director Phil Roos at EGLE, Lansing, MI.
Phil, Remind the Michigan business community about EGLE?
How is EGLE engaged with the business community?
News from Mackinac Island included that EGLE is partnering with MSHDA and Gov. Whitmer, you made an announcement on the Island about the home energy rebate program?
What are you hoping to see passed in the budget this year?
Michigan increases housing goal and announces programs to lower home energy costs for 28,000 families, helping more Michiganders reach their dreams of owning a home
LANSING, Mich.– At the Mackinac Policy Conference Wednesday, Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced significant strides in housing and energy initiatives, continuing Michigan’s national leadership in leveraging climate and clean energy-related federal funding.
This includes raising the state’s five-year housing production goal by over 50% and investing federal funds to lower energy costs for 28,000 low-income households through the Solar for All and Home Energy Rebate Programs. The initiatives will lower housing and utility costs for Michiganders and will put the state closer to achieving the goals of the MI Healthy Climate Plan. The initiatives will lower housing and utility costs for Michiganders and will put the state closer to achieving the goals of the MI Healthy Climate Plan.
“Together, we’re going to lower housing and energy costs for Michiganders,” said Governor Whitmer. “By raising our statewide housing goal to 115,000 units, we will build more housing to drive down costs and ensure every Michigander has a safe, affordable place to call home. Thanks to our partners in the Biden-Harris administration, we have federal resources headed our way to lower energy costs for Michigan families by helping them upgrade to more energy efficient home appliances and install solar panels on their homes or in their community to save them money on their utilities. These upgrades will keep families cool in the summer, warm in the winter, and improve their quality of life. Let’s keep taking action to lower costs on housing and energy, two fundamental issues that make a real difference in people’s lives.”
Governor Raises State's Five-Year Housing Production Goal by Over 50%
Since Governor Whitmer office, the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA) has invested twice as much compared to the last administration to build, rehab, or finance 34,000 homes, supporting 20,000 jobs. At the 2021 Mackinac Policy Conference, the governor set a goal of permitting, building, or rehabbing 75,000 additional units in five years—by September 2026. Currently, Michigan is ahead of schedule with nearly 50,000 units built, rehabbed, or permitted. Today, the governor raised Michigan’s five-year statewide housing target to 115,000—a 53% increase. This pushes Michigan closer to the goal of ensuring everyone has access to the middle class, starting with homes and utilities they can afford.
"We are celebrating our hard work in funding $1.23 billion to finance, build, and rehab thousands of homes in the last year while recognizing that we need to raise the bar higher to end the housing crisis for Michigan families," said Amy Hovey, CEO and Executive Director of MSHDA. "We're committed to listening to our local and regional partners, moving quickly with creative solutions, and working hard to make communities and neighborhoods better."
In addition to investing unprecedented new resources, MSHDA has been implementing the Statewide Housing Plan in partnership with the members of the Statewide Housing Partnership and the local and regional leaders of each of the Regional Housing Partnerships. That work has led to new investments from the state legislature, solutions that eliminate unnecessary burdens and red tape on developers and local governments, and collaboration in support of making neighborhoods and communities stronger.
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Chris Holman welcomes back Carrie Rosingana, , CEO, CAMW! Capital Area Michigan Works!, Lansing, MI, but serving Ingham, Eaton and Clinton Counties.
Carrie discusses the Lansing Juneteenth/NAACP Lansing Branch Job and Community Resource Fair.
Question: What is the Lansing Juneteenth/NAACP Lansing Branch Job and Community Resource Fair? When is it?
This year, we are celebrating the 31st annual Lansing Juneteenth Celebration, hosted by the Lansing NAACP Branch.
As a part of the event, CAMW! is partnering to host the Job and Community Resource Fair, a job fair that will feature employers from a variety of industries in our region and a showcase of resources available through local organizations.
Employers from the following industries will be available:
Education
Engineering
Finance
Government
Healthcare
Hospitality
Human Services
Manufacturing
Transportation
It is a casual event intended to be a “come as you are”.
The resource fair will include nonprofits and various community organizations.
Black Diamonds Coed Softball Team
Capital Area Community Services (CACS) Head Start
Capital Area District Libraries
Capital Area Michigan Works!
CATA
Community Mental Health Clinton, Eaton and Ingham County
Michigan Public Service Commission
NAACP Health Committee
Nation Outside
Peckham
Phi Beta Sigma
South Side Community Coalition
Strike Out Baseball
Voters not Politicians
It is an opportunity for candidates to network with local organizations, learn more about available positions in the community that fit their interests and needs and learn more about resources available.
Activities are happening throughout the week with the job fair running from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, June 15 at St. Joseph Park, 2125 W Hillsdale St., Lansing.
Question: How can attendees prepare for the job fair?
There is no need for attendees to formally prepare.
This is a casual event – there is no dress code or need to prepare resume materials.
We do recommend participants be ready to ask questions they may have about companies and industries and be ready to have conversations with employers.
It is a rain-or-shine event, so prepare accordingly.
After the job fair, if job seekers are looking for additional materials to prepare for upcoming interviews they can visit Capital Area Michigan Works!. We offer a variety of workshops including:
Interview Tips and one-on-one preparation
Introduction to computers and basic programs like Microsoft Word
Resume Basics
Job Finders Group
To learn more about workshops at Capital Area Michigan Works!, you can visit our website at camw.org/about-us/events.
Question: Where can people find more details for the Lansing Juneteenth/NAACP Lansing Branch Job and Community Resource Fair and the services provided at CAMW!?
You can find more details about the job fair by visiting lansingjuneteenthcelebration.org.
Jobseekers who are looking for additional support in their job search can contact CAMW! At 1-800-285-WORK (9675) or email us at [email protected]. -
Jeffrey Mosher speaks with Mark Burzych, President, Fahey Schultz Burzych Rhodes PLC, Okemos, MI, a 2024 Michigan 50 Companies To Watch Awardee winner for this year's cycle of Michigan Celebrates Small Business. In its twentieth year held its Gala Celebration May 21st in East Lansing, MI, at the Breslin Center.
In the interview, they cover Mark's career path, the company's history, the focus of the company in 2024, what winning this award means for the company, additional information, and how to contact them.
Fahey Schultz Burzych Rhodes focuses on Legal Services for Business/Franchise/Corporate/Municipal/Labor & Emp.
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Jeffrey Mosher speaks with Liz Hilton, Founder, KNITit, Holland, MI, a 2024 SmartZone Best Small Business Awardee winner for this year's cycle of Michigan Celebrates Small Business. In its twentieth year held its Gala Celebration May 21st in East Lansing, MI, at the Breslin Center.
In the interview, they cover Liz's career path, the company's history, the focus of the company in 2024, what winning this award means for the company, additional information, and how to contact them.
KNITit focuses on the global need for customized 3D knit innovation without the production commitment.
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For Media Business Episode 74:
Tony Conley welcomes back Jeff Gilbert, Auto Reporter for WWJ Newsradio 950/CBS News Radio--President, North American Car, Truck, Utility of the Year Award, Recent Inductee—Michigan Journalism Hall of Fame
In their conversation Jeff and Tony cover:
1- What were the auto sales numbers for the Big 3?
2- Why aren't more people buying EVs?
3- What is the low-end price for an EV and what does the price need to be for mainstream america to buy in?
4- Tell us about the grand opening of the Michigan Central Station in Detroit?
More about Jeff Gilbert:
Auto Reporter--WWJ Newsradio 950/CBS News RadioAuto Reporter--WWJ Newsradio 950/CBS News Radio
Audacy, Inc. · Full-timeAudacy, Inc. · Full-time Jul 1990 - Present · 33 yrs 2 mos Jul 1990 - Present · 33 yrs 2 mos
I focus on the auto industry from all angles: New products, business, labor relations, technology, etc.
But, I'm also a broadcasting veteran, having covered all types of stories, run news departments, and even spun a record or two. I focus on the auto industry from all angles: New products, business, labor relations, technology, etc. But, I'm also a broadcasting veteran, having covered all types of stories, run news departments, and even spun a record or two.…see more
News DirectorNews Director
WWWW/WCXI Radio · Full-time WWWW/WCXI Radio · Full-time Mar 1986 - Jul 1990 · 4 yrs 5 mosMar 1986 - Jul 1990 · 4 yrs 5 mos Detroit, Michigan, United StatesDetroit, Michigan, United States
News Director at Detroit's AM-FM Country combo.News Director at Detroit's AM-FM Country combo.
News DirectorNews Director
KMJ Radio · Full-time KMJ Radio · Full-time Aug 1985 - Mar 1986 · 8 mos Aug 1985 - Mar 1986 · 8 mos Fresno, California, United StatesFresno, California, United States
Learned a lot about doing news/talk and handling a larger staff. I didn't work here long. Couldn't pass up a good opportunity in Detroit.
News DirectorNews Director
WEEP/WDSY Radio · Full-timeWEEP/WDSY Radio · Full-time Feb 1978 - Aug 1985 · 7 yrs 7 mos Feb 1978 - Aug 1985 · 7 yrs 7 mos Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United StatesPittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States
This was the job that "made me" professionally. Started as a part-time disc jockey, did production and music recording work, and finally into full-time news and for the last four years News Director. Great experience covering big-market stories at a smaller station. This was the job that "made me" professionally. Started as a part-time disc jockey, did production and music recording work, and finally into full-time news and for the last four years News Director. Great experience covering big-market stories at a smaller station.…see more
Radio News AnchorRadio News Anchor
KQV Radio · Part-timeKQV Radio · Part-timeSep 1983 - Oct 1984 · 1 yr 2 mosSep 1983 - Oct 1984 · 1 yr 2 mos Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United StatesPittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States
Worked here part-time, using a different name, for about a year when I was News Director at WEEP.
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Vic Verchereau welcomes Doug Rutledge, who is the Co-Founder and Director of Crossroads Farm.
Doug Routledge founded Crossroads Farm with his wife Dawn in the Spring of 1999. It is his heart, his mind-share and his passion. He considers himself a lifetime youth worker. He has spoken across the country to colleges, churches, festivals, conferences, civic organizations and camps. He is perhaps best known for his slightly sideways take on stories we have heard forever.
Doug is a published illustrator and author of an award winning children’s book, Waking The World, as well as the ARMS Training, Servant Leadership Series. His greatest joy is to equip youth workers for the ministry to rural teenagers. His love for kids and God’s Word come together in everything that he does. Recently this mission to serve the rural teen hit 25 years with a big celebration of success, join the fun on this edition of the Leadership Lowdown as Vic Vercereau helps to accent the highlights of this great organization and its leaders!
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"Getting A Grip" is a brand new show for Michigan Business Network, hosted by long-time MBN contributor Michael Maddox.
In this weekly program Mike will focus on helping entrepreneurs end the chaos. Through the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) we highlight ways that business owners can clarify their vision, gain traction, and increase team health. Entrepreneur and Professional EOS Implementor, Mike Maddox, highlights the foundational tools of EOS, shares real world examples, interviews fascinating guests, and will challenge your way of thinking. If you are ready to end the frustration and share a few laughs along the way, listen to Getting A Grip each week.
For Episode 10: Guest Bio
Pat Van Abel
Professional EOS Implementer
https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrick-van-abel-49a78110/
https://www.eosworldwide.com/patrick-van-abel
Topics covered
Topics:
You have quite the entrepreneurial story! Tell us about your background and entrepreneurial efforts
You Operate Servant Cultures Consulting- tell us about that and what Servant Leadership means to you
What led you to become an EOS Implementer?
In what ways has EOS had a personal impact for you?
What advice would you give to entrepreneurs considering EOS?
What advice would you give to companies just beginning their EOS journey?
*I also like to ask guests to share a motivational movie scene, poem, song – something that gets them fired up!
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Jeffrey Mosher speaks with Beau-James Erion, President, and Carrin Harris, CEO, Blitz Proto, Farmington Hills, MI, a 2024 SmartZone Best Small Business Awardee winner for this year's cycle of Michigan Celebrates Small Business. In its twentieth year held its Gala Celebration May 21st in East Lansing, MI, at the Breslin Center.
In the interview, they cover Beau-James, and Carrin's career paths, the company's history, the focus of the company in 2024, what winning this award means for the company, additional information, and how to contact them.
Blitz Proto focuses on Custom Prototyping design/engineering, 3D printing and CNC.
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Jeffrey Mosher speaks with Tony Klapish, Founder & CEO, Renue Physical Therapy, Bay City, MI, a 2024 Michigan 50 Companies to Watch Awardee winner for this year's cycle of Michigan Celebrates Small Business. In its twentieth year held its Gala Celebration May 21st in East Lansing, MI, at the Breslin Center.
In the interview, they cover Tony's career path, the company's history, the focus of the company in 2024, what winning this award means for the company, additional information, and how to contact them.
Renue Physical Therapy focuses on the difference between going to therapy and truly getting healthy.
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Jeffrey Mosher speaks with Michael Flory, Founder & CEO, Custom Built Design & Remodeling, Okemos, MI, a 2024 Michigan 50 Companies to Watch Awardee winner for this year's cycle of Michigan Celebrates Small Business. In its twentieth year held its Gala Celebration May 21st in East Lansing, MI, at the Breslin Center.
In the interview, they cover Michael's career path, the company's history, the focus of the company in 2024, what winning this award means for the company, additional information, and how to contact them.
Custom Built Design & Remodeling focuses on Design-Build Remodeling.
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Vic Verchereau welcomes Amy Piper, who is the Founder and Writer of Follow the Piper.
Amy Piper is a freelance travel writer, blogger, photographer, and author specializing in luxury and multi-generational travel. She is a native Michigander who travels through the lens of a food lover and has been to 41 countries and 45 states.
From getting chased by bomb sniffing dogs in the middle of the night in Bogotá to being refused boarding her plane from Buenos Aires to Paraguay due to the wrong visa, Amy always has an exciting adventure to tell her readers and community of travel enthusiasts.
In 2022, Amy was recognized as the Greater Lansing Certified Tourism Ambassador Star of the Year and she is a published author of two best-selling travel books on Amazon. Vic Verchereau gets Amy to share some of the secrets Michigan has to offer as they explore the Great Lake State on this edition of Michigan Corners! C'mon, we have places to go!
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Jeffrey Mosher speaks with Fathy Shetiah, CEO, 7C Lingo, Lansing, MI, a 2024 APEX Accelerator Best Small Business Awardee winner for this year's cycle of Michigan Celebrates Small Business. In its twentieth year held its Gala Celebration May 21st in East Lansing, MI, at the Breslin Center.
In the interview, they cover Fathy's career paths, the company's history, the focus of the company in 2024, what winning this award means for the company, additional information, and how to contact them.
7C Lingo focuses on Language Services.
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Vic Verchereau welcomes Simon Dyson, who is Owner and Insurance Consultant for I Care Insurance.
Simon Dyson is returning to the Leadership Lowdown because there was so much more to tell! Born in the United Kingdom and blessed to have seen much of the world, his home is now here in Michigan. Like many, Simon has seen his share of challenges and heart breaking issues, but his decision to pursue happiness and meaning has caused his life's journey to be interesting and full of blessings. In this follow up show he explains the big takeaways from his life including the words of his grandfather "Regret the things you've done, not those you haven't". In addition, Simon shares the power of the poem called the "Dash".
This edition of the Leadership Lowdown is among Vic Verchereau's most favorite shows. He says it is "inspiring and motivational" to listen to this story of perseverance. A powerful example of Life's best outcomes when we decide to be positive and make the most of our "Dash"! Tune in to hear the rest of Simon's story on this latest edition of the Leadership Lowdown!
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Jeffrey Mosher speaks with Steven and Andrew Budd, Owners, Universal Printing Company Inc., Bay City, MI, a 2024 Michigan 50 Companies To Watch Awardee winner for this year's cycle of Michigan Celebrates Small Business. In its twentieth year held its Gala Celebration May 21st in East Lansing, MI, at the Breslin Center.
In the interview, they cover Steven and Andrew's career paths, the company's history, the focus of the company in 2024, what winning this award means for the company, additional information, and how to contact them.
Universal Printing Company focuses on Branded Merchandise.
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For Media Business Episode 73:
Tony Conley welcomes back Patrick DeHaan, the Petroleum Analyst for GasBuddy.com. He is the gas price guy for oil and refined products which includes gasoline. Patrick is the gas price myth buster and fact checker.
1- What is the forecast for Michigan Summer gas prices?
2- Why are crude oil gas prices plummeting?
3- Will President Biden's release of 1 million barrels of gasoline form the North East's Strategic Reserve cause lower gas prices?
4- What is the latest gasoline refinery news?
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Jeffrey Mosher speaks with Zack Bishop, President, of 4 Flutes Machining, Vicksburg, MI, a 2024 APEX Accelerator Best Small Business Awardee winner for this year's cycle of Michigan Celebrates Small Business. In its twentieth year held its Gala Celebration May 21st in East Lansing, MI, at the Breslin Center.
In the interview, they cover Zach's career paths, the company's history, the focus of the company in 2024, what winning this award means for the company, additional information, and how to contact them.
4 Flutes Machining focuses on High Precision Manufacturing.
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Jeffrey Mosher welcomes Teresa Moon, Director of Business Development and Marketing at Parabilis, McLean, Virginia, recording from Orlando, FL, but the national organization Women Impacting Public Policy is hosting an event in Detroit on June 17th and Teresa will be involved.
Jeffrey had several questions for Teresa in this conversation:
● What are some reasons for small businesses' falling participation in the Defense Industrial Base?
● What can small business owners do to combat those issues?
● Why is small business participation in the federal marketplace so meaningful?
● How do events like ChallengeHER help Women-Owned Small Businesses (WOSBs) enter and learn about the federal contracting space?
● If small businesses do win a prime or sub-contract, how can they make sure they are prepared to execute it on the funding side of things?
● What challenges do small businesses face when it comes to access to capital?
● What other resources are out there for businesses just entering or are early on in their experience with the federal marketplace?
Defense Industry Facts:
● The defense industry in Michigan is worth over 31 billion dollars, offering plenty of opportunities for small businesses to get involved.
● To further grow Michigan's defense industry, businesses should focus on securing set-asides and be prepared to take advantage of growth once they land a federal contract.
● However, there is a great need to address the decline in small business participation in the Defense Industrial Base over the last 15 years and to analyze the underlying reasons for this deficit.
○ Government award allocation figures may not accurately reflect the dollars awarded to meet set-aside goals, posing a challenge for businesses considering further engagement in the federal marketplace.
○ Leveraging contract vehicles to access specific opportunities designated for those vehicles may not always result in cost-effective use of time, emphasizing the need for a strategic approach to pursuing opportunities.
○ Need to emphasize the importance of identifying buyers, cultivating relationships, and engaging in ongoing communication to showcase how a business can provide the necessary resources to support the mission, ultimately leading to increased award dollars.
ChallengeHER Details:
● Teresa Moon will be on a panel at ChallengeHER to discuss Access to Capital for small-to-mid-sized government contractors. At Parabilis, they are uniquely positioned to help government contractors get the funding they need to fund rapid growth, bid with confidence, and protect profits.
● ChallengeHER is put on by Women Impacting Public Policy, Small Business Administration and American Express.
● There will be both basic training for emerging federal contractors and a high-Level track for experienced federal contractors.
● ChallengeHER Detroit is a free federal contract training and matchmaking event specifically designed for women business owners, aimed at providing the necessary information and tools to succeed in federal contracting.
● Matchmaking and Networking opportunities are with primes, agencies, and other Women-Owned Small Businesses (WOSBs).
● The goals are to empower women business owners to navigate and excel in the federal contracting space and to facilitate relationships and collaboration between women-owned businesses, prime contractors, and agencies.
About ChallengeHER:
Women Impacting Public Policy is hosting a ChallengeHER event in Detroit on June 17th to help women-owned small businesses (WOSBs) prepare for the federal contracting space.
About Women Impacting Public Policy
Women Impacting Public Policy (WIPP) is an organization that focuses on advocating for the needs and priorities of women in the public policy and business sectors.
About Parabilis
Parabilis offers government contract financing solutions, specializing in providing fast, flexible, and affordable lines of credit to small and medium-sized contractors. - Visa fler
