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Michigan Prosperity Agenda: Attracting and Retaining Talent Vital to Michigan’s Future

Program Explores How to Make a Better Michigan

Do you know a recent college graduate who left Michigan for Chicago, Portland, Austin or some other community? When they left did they even have a job secured? Michigan continues to lose its college graduates at a rate higher than many other states. On this month’s Prosperity Agenda radio show on News/Talk 760 WJR we explored why this is happening and what can be done to retain and attract talent in Michigan. The Michigan Prosperity Agenda is a monthly radio show that challenges listeners to help make Michigan a better place to live, work and play by creating vibrant and prosperous local communities. It has aired on News/Talk 760 WJR since 2010.

The hour-long radio program is hosted by Dan Gilmartin, CEO of the Michigan Municipal League (the League). The show is sponsored by the League and the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA). The League’s next show airs 7 p.m., January 28 on News/Talk 760 WJR and focuses the importance of attracting and retaining talent to our state and businesses. You also listen any time by clicking the links below. 

View past radio shows here.

Listen to the full show: (37:51)

	Dan Gilmartin Dan Gilmartin, executive director and CEO of the Michigan Municipal League, explains that the Prosperity Agenda radio show is about challenging listeners to help make Michigan a better place to live, work and play. Gilmartin said having vibrant and prosperous local communities is a key factor. - Dan Gilmartin explains this month’s show. (56 seconds)
	Nancy Kaffer Nancy Kaffer is an award-winning reporter and columnist who writes for the Detroit Free Press. Her work has taken her across the country. Prior to her work at the Detroit Free Press, Nancy wrote for Crain's Detroit Business. Co-host for this Michigan Prosperity Agenda, Kaffer discusses the city of Detroit and what is being done to attract and retain young talent in the city. - Kaffer explains that young people want to live a car-free life, but Michigan’s transit system falls far short in providing that. How the state chooses to support cities will be key in moving forward and attracting and retaining talent. (7:21)
	Steve Arwood Steve Arwood is Director of the Talent and Economic Development department of the Michigan Economic Development Corporation. Arwood discusses the new department announced by Governor Snyder in December, and talks about some big picture efforts the state is making to help keep young talent in Michigan. - State government is looking at ways it can better serve citizens and combining departments and creating more efficiencies is one way to do that, Arwood said. Arwood’s daughter recently graduated from college and he talks about her decision to either leave or stay in Michigan. (9:20)
	Tim Greimel Tim Greimel is serving his second full term in the House of Representatives and second term as leader of the Democratic Caucus. He represents the 29th District which includes Auburn Hills, Keego Harbor, Orchard Lake Village, Pontiac and Sylvan Lake. Greimel joins this month’s Michigan Prosperity Agenda to discuss what he sees as key priorities for the 2015 Michigan Legislature as well as his views on Michigan’s reputation as a “brain drain” state as recent grads leave for cities like Chicago. - Being more socially conservative in Michigan has hurt Michigan’s ability to attract and retain talent. Greimel suggests some ways to reverse this trend. (10:23)
	Frank Audia Frank Audia is one of the group Managing Partners at Plante Moran, where he specializes in providing auditing, accounting and consulting services to commercial, governmental and not-for-profit organizations. Audia joins us to discuss Plante Moran’s experience with hiring young talent in Michigan and the obstacles the company has faced when trying to make a hire. - Southfield-based Plante Moran reopened an office in downtown Detroit several years ago as part of its effort to attract and retain talent. Audia explains the impact of this move on the company and other things companies are doing in this area. (9:49)

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Nov 26, 2014: Crowdfunding Efforts Helping to Move Michigan Forward

Oct 22, 2014: Placemaking Stories Detailed in New League Book

Sept 24, 2014: The Economic Development Role that Arts and Culture Play in a Community

Aug 27, 2014: The Economic Development Role that Arts and Culture Play in a Community

July 23, 2014: What We Can Do to Make Michigan More Immigrant-Friendly

June 25, 2014: Placemaking and Michigan's Aging Population

May 28, 2014: A Conversation from the National Main Streets Conference in Detroit!

April 23, 2014: Revenue Sharing and the Importance of Investing in Communities

Mar 26, 2014: Crowdfunding Movement; Making a Better Michigan

Feb 26, 2014:Placemaking is a vital part of making our state prosperous again

Jan. 22, 2014:Jobs, jobs and more jobs

Dec. 20, 2013:“PlacePlans” effort taking hold and improving communities across the state

Nov. 27, 2013:The National Media’s Perspective on What is Happening in Detroit

Oct. 23, 2013:The League’s efforts toward an urban policy agenda that moves Michigan toward prosperity

Sept. 25, 2013:Strategic lessons on placemaking from the League’s annual conference in Detroit

Aug. 21, 2013:Michigan’s Port Communities – a Vital Element in the State’s Economic Prosperity

July. 24, 2013:Michigan cities and downtown centers experiencing population growth despite challenges

June. 26, 2013:Complete Streets – Designing roadways to accommodate all users, not just motorists

May. 22, 2013:Engaging citizens is vital to creating prosperous communities

Apr. 24, 2013: Repurposing Property Through Private and Public Partnerships to Revitalize Communities

Mar. 27, 2013: Town-Gown Partnerships Between Cities and Universities Helping to Move State Forward

Feb. 27, 2013: Retiring Baby Boomers Provide Opportunity to Communities

Jan. 23, 2013: Aging in Place

Dec. 26, 2012: Placemaking in Michigan – A Year in Review

Nov. 26, 2012: What is Placemaking and What is MSHDA’s Role in It?

Oct. 24, 2012: Embracing Green Technology in Neighborhood Revitalization

Sept. 26, 2012: Entrepreneurs are Key to Economic Turnaround

August 22, 2012: The MIplace Partnership Initiative Improving Cities and Neighborhoods

July 25, 2012: Arts and Culture Important to Placemaking

June 27, 2012: Entrepreneurs Key to Thriving Michigan Communities

May 23, 2012: Attracting Talent Key to Michigan's Future

April 25, 2012: How Do We Bring it Back to Michigan?

March 28, 2012: Vibrant Michigan Downtowns Good for Business

Feb. 18, 2012: Making Our State More Sustainable

Jan. 25, 2012: The Benefits of Federal Funding for Neighborhood Stabilization

Dec. 29, 2011: The Year in Review

Nov. 27, 2011: Transportation in the State and the Role it Plays in Michigan's Future Economic Prosperity

Oct. 26, 2011: League’s Recently Released Book Emphasizes Quality of Place to Michigan’s Economic Prosperity

Sept. 26, 2011: How will Michigan’s foreclosure crisis impact the state’s future prosperity

August 24, 2011: League Releasing Book Emphasizing Quality of Place

July 27, 2011: What's Happening in Detroit and Other Communities to Make Michigan Better

June 22, 2011: What's Happening in Detroit and Other Communities to Make Michigan Better

May 25, 2011: Why Transit Matter's to Michigan's Future Prosperity

April 27, 2011: Why Place Matters to Michigan's Future Prosperity

Mar. 23, 2011: Gov. Rick Snyder’s Proposed Budget and What it Means for Michigan

Feb. 23, 2011: Gov. Rick Snyder’s Proposed Budget and the Potential Impact on Michigan Cities

Jan 26, 2011: Civic Engagement and Getting People Involved in the Community

Dec 23, 2010: Why Higher Education is Among Main Pillars for Building Michigan's Future

Nov 24, 2010: New Leadership and the Impact on Jobs, Education and Quality of Life

Oct 20, 2010: Michigan Governor Candidates Talk Cities

Sept 23, 2010: Economic Development and Entrepreneurship

Aug 25, 2010: Green Initiatives

July 28, 2010: Economic Gardening

June 23, 2010: Rightsizing Cities

May 26, 2010: Attracting and Retaining Talented Young People

Apr 28, 2010: The New Urban Neighborhood

Mar 24, 2010: Arts, Entertainment and Culture

Feb 24, 2010: Talking Transit

Jan 27, 2010: Making a Better Michigan