Ep. 159: Tim Daman & Brent Forsberg - State of the Lansing Region Report & Building a Stronger Urban Core

Joining KB today is a a great family friend and an honorary son, David Kaye. David proudly represents Mid-Michigan as one the biggest online Poker players and streamers in the U.S. and he really ignited his status when he signed as a brand ambassador with PokerStars in 2022!

KB connects with Nikki Salander, Experience Director at Flora Cannabis Co - where the cannabis retail experience is being taken to a whole new level with ambiance, a drive-thru, and outstanding customer service!

Since 1988, Martin Commercial Properties has produced comprehensive market insights for the Greater Lansing Area detailing local office, retail and industrial statistics, major transactions, industry trends and market forecasts. The company has been a hallmark of commercial real estate for over 60 years and joining KB to share insights on the early 2023 market are their Senior Vice Presidents, Tom Jamieson and Chris Miller!

KB connects with David Gregory, CEO of Bullrush Sports and former multi-client lobbyist, who left the world of politics to become a NFL/NIL Agent and Sport and Entertainment Attorney. He’s jumping right in as things get brewing in the world of NIL (Name, Image and Likeness) for college and high school athletes.

KB connects with Alisha Meneely, Government and Community Relations Coordinator for the Michigan Child Protection Registry, who's committed to being on the frontline to protect kids from adult-themed content on phones, tablets or other electronic devices and works with parents and schools all over Michigan to educate and safeguard against predators.

KB connects with Lisa Posthumus Lyon who is part of a family that believes strongly in public service. She served as a State Representative in the Michigan Legisltature from 2011-2016, was the Lt. Gov candidate in the 2018 Michigan Gubernatorial election, she has been Vice President of Government Relations for the Grand Rapids Association of Realtors, and is now serving as the Kent County Clerk. She is a Mom of four, lives and breathes Lowell sports, and is dedicating her career to promoting West Michigan!

KB connects with Sean Williams, Superintendent of the Eaton RESA to share details about a new program they are launching in partnership with the Lansing's Capital Region International Airport (LAN), Crosswinds Aviation and MSU Federal Credit Union. The RESA (Regional Education Service Agency) provides wonderful opportunities to young people interested in real world experience and setting them on a path to success.

KB connects with Dale Grogan, Managing Partner for Grand Angels, who has been a friend of KB's for over 40 years, as they were high school classmates together at Seminole High in Seminole, Florida!

KB connects with Cleamon Moorer Jr. who founded the non-profit "Eye Care For Detroit" to provide low-cost, high-quality eye care access for home-bound Detroiters. In collaboration with international company, Eyeglasses.com, their goal is to eliminate barriers to preventative eye diseases and provide vision resources to those most in need.

KB connects with Stacie Behler, the recently appointed Vice President and Chief Public Affairs Officer for Grand Valley State University, where she brings a wealth of talent and experience to advance the interest of the University and it’s student population!