Today we talk again to Maureen Smith, Associate Broker for Eastbrook Homes. As the world, work and living continue to change, what she is seeing in relocation trends; what are some of the special draws to Holland (hello, heated sidewalks!); and how does Eastbrook help make the dream home ownership a reality
On today's episode we head to Munising to find out what is new at the Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore and in Munising, MI this year - the waterfalls will soon be flowing, Pictured Rocks Days, concerts in the park during June and July, all things outdoor adventure throughout summer, and right into the incredible local fall colors
Multiple guests from the Michigan Retailers Association join Eric for a discussion centered on customer service in retail — its evolution, what a day looks like, what makes good customer service, and more.
On today's episode, Eric talks with Lisa Gnass of Wren, a new home goods store in Dimondale, MI. Specializing in both vintage and new home decor, and jewlery. Lisa and Eric discuss everything from personalizing your space using historical items; how weekends spent antiquing and collecting resulted in a second career in retail and design; and what it takes to start a store mid-pandemic.
On today's episode of At Home with Eastbrook Homes, we talk to Christine Minzlaff, an online sales specialist for Eastbrook Homes. Christine helps home buyers when they send in questions online or on a call. We discuss what you should be thinking about as you look to build a home this year - monthly budgets, what type of home fits you, and what pre-approval steps you need to take.
In today's episode of At Home with Eastbrook Homes, we talk to Danny and Miles who are building a home with Eastbrook Homes. They chose their Eastbrook community because it was close to family and friends, in a fantastic school district, and they had the most home-build options with Eastbrook. Their home plan, the Violet plan from the Terrace Home series, uses space efficiently, giving them everything they need, from a home office to a fenced backyard.
On today's episode, the Michigan Retailers Association highlights The Found Gallery, in Ann Arbor. Eric talks with Mary Cambruzzi about what The Found Gallery does, its history and evolution, this year so far, and big wins from this past weekend.
On today’s podcast, Eric talks with Dr. Josh Suderman from the Javery Pain Institute about an all-too-common pain issue, sciatica. They discuss how this issue is diagnosed, how work from home combined with lessening of general medical care impacted the rates of sciatica issues, and how to address general chronic pain issues.
On today's episode, Eric talks with Brian Saha of The Pinconning Cheese Co. & Fudge Shoppe, about the upcoming holiday & entertaining season, how the pandemic saw new shoppers to their online business, and how Pinconning, MI became the 'cheese capital of Michigan'
On today's episode we talk with Consumers Energy President & CEO, Garrick Rochow. In 2018 Consumers Energy, made a major timeline change, taking 15 years off their own deadline in their Clean Energy initiative - they saw an opportunity to lead in the energy industry, increase energy reliability, increase cost savings for their customers, and working with coworkers and the communities to ensure these transformations are supported and beneficial
On today's episode we talk to Dr. Mark Bieszka from Muskegon Surgical Associates. From choosing general surgery as a 'focus' to medical burnout to colonoscopies and EGDs.
On today's episode, Eric talks with Allendale True Value's Chad Ayers about the last 18 months as a business owner, community member and Michigan Retailer Association member - especially the way he saw everyone step up to help each other at his store and in his community
In this episode, Tonya Berry Vice President of Gas Operations at Consumers Energy stops by to talk about clean natural gas.
President and CEO of Junior Achievement Michigan Great Lakes, discusses the basic mission of Junior Achievement (financial literacy, work readiness and entrepreneurship for school-aged kids) and their new Free Enterprise Center. Housing 3 experiential learning labs, this newly built center lets kids learn real-world experiences as citizens, consumers, and associates. Watch the video below to learn more
In this episode, Eric Hultgren talks with Deidre Weller about her store Thistle in Charlevoix, MI about how the Michigan Retailers Association has helped her grow especially in this past 18 months.
Today we talk Electric Vehicles with Consumers Energy’s Lauren Youngdahl Snyder, VP of Customer Experience. There is an obvious link between electric vehicles and an energy company like Consumers Energy, especially with their ‘Power My’ programs, but it’s more than a simple link for Lauren, it’s personal for her family and her impact on the environment. Power My Drive and Power My Fleet are programs Consumers Energy rolled out offering rebates on EV chargers that need to be installed in customer...
In this episode we talk to Xavier Verna, executive director of the Ramsdell Theatre in Manistee. His passion and mission to bring performing arts and culture to as many people as possible is infectious. As you explore Michigan’s gorgeous fall colors, take the time to check out an exciting show in the Ramsdell Theatre’s fall lineup.
In this episode of At Home with Eastbrook Homes we talk with Kurt Suidinski about the algebra of selling your home while you’re building a new home…spoiler alert, don’t worry, Eastbrook Homes has you covered and will work with you to make this happen easily
Thanks to our friends at Southwest Michigan Tourist Council ( swmichigan.org ), we got to talk with Kenny Stover of Stover's Farm Market – our conversation roamed from the benefits of Lake Michigan on fruit to pandemic-driven farm-fresh fruit appreciation to 150 years of farming....
Today, we talk with Bill Hallan, CEO and president of the Michigan Retailers Association. We get into this year's spending trends and forecasts, whether or not that predicted 'revenge' spending happened, and what is having the most impact on local retailers right now.
On this episode of At Home with Eastbrook Homes, we talk with Josh McGraw about current housing market conditions, how lowering lumber prices impact the housing economy, and more.
As they started seriously collecting art, Steven Alan Bennett and Dr.Elain Melotti Schmidt found that art pieces by female artists were underrepresented in the art world. So they decided to do something about that, they created The Bennett Prize with the goal of propelling the careers of women painters, empowering artists and showcasing talented female artists. Find works from the Bennett Prize artists at the Muskegon Museum of Art in their exhibit Rising Voices 2: The Bennett Prize for Women Fi...
In our continuing series with the Michigan Retailers Association, we highlight local business owner Rachel Lutz of The Peacock Room, Yama, and Frida. Talking to her about marketing and small business operations during and post-pandemic.
In this episode of At Home with Eastbrook Homes - Amanda Smit from Eastbrook Homes talks interior design, and what to consider as you design your home space to fit your needs. website: eastbrookhomes.com
Eric Hultgren talks with Paul Mow about the events coming to The Ghostlight Theater in Benton Harbor, MI. Just one example of the vibrant Arts and Culture scene in Southwest Michigan and one of SWMTC’s Creative Connections destinations. With Creative Connections you can earn prizes while enjoying the arts and culture of Southwest Michigan.
In this episode Eric Hultgren talks with Carin Whybrew about buying a home in Lansing, MI
On today's episode, Eric talks to Kendra Patterson of Michigan Barnwood & Salvage - learning how starting a DIY project for themselves led to a serendipitous friendship and ‘accidentally’ building a business that includes a retail store supporting and offering products from 80 local artisans. Thanks to our partner and friends at the Michigan Retailers Association for leading us to Kendra and Trevor and their fantastic, local Michigan business.
In this episode, Eric Hultgren talks with Wendy Traschen tournament director about the LPGA return to the Great Lakes Bay region with the Dow Great Lakes Bay Invitational July 12-17
On this Podcast, John Gonzalez of Michigan's Best talks to Randy McArthur of Jackson, Michigan-based Dawn Foods, which sells doughnuts mixes and other baking products all over the world. They talk about doughnut trends, including the popularity of Vegan doughnuts, as we get ready for National Doughnut Day on June 4, 2021.
This winter, the Niles NODE outdoor social district was the winner of Michigan's Best Outdoor Dining in Kalamazoo and SW Michigan. In his podcast, Amy Sherman and John Gonzalez catch up with Lisa Croteau, Program Manager at Niles DDA Main Street, which is continuing the district this summer.
