Opportunity Detroit

March 26, 2023 ~ Penske Corporation Vice President of Community and Government Affairs Letty Azar talks about the community outreach initiatives associated with the Chevrolet Detroit Grand Prix Presented by Lear, which are focused on empowering arts and culture initiatives, youth programs, and small business start-ups. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for infor...

March 26, 2023 ~ Michigan State University Women’s Basketball Coach Suzy Merchant reflects on her Big Ten career, and the difficult decision she recently made to step down from MSU due to health reasons. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

March 26, 2023 ~ Discover the latest offerings from Detroit lifestyle brand, Shinola, learn how the Detroit Grand Prix is working to empower Detroit’s kids and community, and hear about the career of a Big Ten coach who has inspired generations of young women. Guests include Bedrock Manufacturing Chief Executive Officer Awenate Cobbina, Penske Corporation Vice President of Community and Government...

March 19, 2023 ~ Rocket Community Fund Vice President Laura Grannemann talks about the $1.57 million in charitable donations raised through the 2022 Rocket Mortgage Classic, and how a percentage of those funds are being used to help Detroiters bridge the digital divide. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal da...

March 19, 2023 ~ Restaurateur Hamissi Mamba talks on his New Center restaurant, Baobab Fare, an East African eatery that’s gained national notoriety and accolades. Honors include a James Beard Award nomination for Best Chef in the Great Lakes area, placement on Esquire Magazine’s “Best New Restaurants in America” list, and a winning turn on the Food Network TV show, “Chopped.” Photo: Junfu Han ~ U...

March 19, 2023 ~ The Cadieux Café Co-Owner John Rutherford talks about their new women’s feather bowling league. This little-known Belgian sport challenges each participant to land their cheese wheel-shaped ball closest to a feather that’s situated at the opposite end of a trench. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of...

March 19, 2023 ~ Motor City Rockers General Manager Nick Field talks about the inaugural season of this new pro minor league hockey organization, which offers exciting hockey action and affordable family entertainment at Big Boy Arena in Fraser. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

March 19, 2023 ~ Learn how the Rocket Mortgage Classic is helping Detroiters bridge the digital divide, discover a new East African eatery in Detroit’s New Center that’s gaining national acclaim, find out about a Belgian restaurant in Detroit that’s bringing back feather bowling, and get the details on some affordable family fun that’s skating into action in Fraser. Guests include Rocket Community...

March 11, 2023 ~ Rocket Mortgage Classic Director of Tournament Services Noelle Johnston talks about the Golf & Give campaign, which allows local non-profits to raise funds through Rocket Mortgage Classic ticket sales. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

March 11, 2023 ~ Detroit Institute of Arts Executive Director of Public Affairs and Community Engagement Julie McFarland talks about the USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards, which named the DIA as “Best Art Museum” in America.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

March 11, 2023 ~ Rock Ventures Executive Fitness and Nutrition Advisor Joe Currie talks about the importance of finding balance in sleep, nutrition, and movement, no matter your level of athleticism. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

March 11, 2023 ~ Avalon Breads CEO Jackie Victor talks about her company’s move after 25 years from their Willis Street location to their new home on Canfield, which is in partnership with the Jolly Pumpkin Pizzeria & Brewery. Jackie says all your Avalon favorites are there, with several new offerings that came from their recently-developed Jolly Pumpkin partnership. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWi...

March 11, 2023 ~ Learn about a Detroit bakery that’s cooking up new tastes through a new partnership, plus healthful ways Detroiters are finding balance, accolades that highlight Detroit as a top spot for art, and a way that local non-profits can take a swing at an all-new fairway of funding. Guests include Avalon Breads CEO Jackie Victor, Rock Ventures Executive Fitness and Nutrition Advisor Joe...

March 11, 2023 ~ Ave Maria Mutual Funds Director of Strategic Planning Robert Geppner talks about his nearly four decades in the financial services industry, and how he has used his experiences across varied business types and industries to create long term financial success for his clients. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection...

March 5, 2023 ~ Learn how Detroit entrepreneurs can find the resources they need to succeed, plus hear about a remarkable arts and entertainment program that’s elevating youth talent, and discover how America’s Thanksgiving Day Parade has grown to shine a national spotlight on our great city. Guests include Motor City Match Awards Program Director Drew Lucco, Detroit Youth Choir Artistic Director...

March 5, 2023 ~ The Parade Company President and CEO Tony Michaels talks on his tenure with the organization, highlighting the sponsors, volunteers, and other contributors who have helped to make America’s Thanksgiving Parade a national holiday treasure. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertisi...

March 5, 2023 ~ Detroit Youth Choir Artistic Director Anthony White talks about how this non-profit organization encourages and promotes Detroit's young talent through theatre, dance, choir, and college readiness programs. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

March 5, 2023 ~ Motor City Match Awards Program Director Drew Lucco talks on how this Detroit Economic Growth Corporation initiative helps foster Detroit entrepreneurs through business planning assistance, site selection assistance, and grants of up to $100,000. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for a...

February 26, 2023 ~ Detroit Institute of Bagels Owner Ben Newman talks about the evolution of his Core City neighborhood establishment, including their soon-to-be opened noshery, which will offer an expanded menu to dine-in patrons. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

February 26, 2023 ~ Laura Grannemann, vice president of the Rocket Community Fund and executive director of the Gilbert Family Foundation, talks about the Neighbor to Neighbor program, which employs members of the community to be the non-profits’ conduits of communication, progress, and growth. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collecti...

February 26, 2023 ~ Downtown Detroit Partnership CEO Eric Larson talks about the appointment by USA Today of Detroit’s Campus Martius as the nation’s "Best Public Square." Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

February 26, 2023 ~ Host Ann Thomas hears about a few recent accolades that dub several of Detroit’s outdoor spaces as the best in the nation, plus a look at a booming bagel business in Detroit’s Core City neighborhood, and the story behind an approach to community philanthropy that’s getting neighbors to talk. Guests include Detroit Riverfront Conservancy President and CEO Mark Wallace, Downtown...

February 26, 2023 ~ Detroit Riverfront Conservancy President and CEO Mark Wallace talks about the Detroit Riverwalk being named the nation’s "Best Riverwalk" by USA Today for the third consecutive year. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

February 18, 2023 ~ Shelby Detroit Owner Tarun Kajeepeta and Hospitality Director Mindy Lopez talk about their speakeasy-themed cocktail bar and restaurant located inside a 100-year-old Downtown Detroit bank vault. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

February 18, 2023 ~ Stockx Chief Operating Officer and Co-Founder Greg Schwartz talks about this unique Detroit-based marketplace that give global next gen consumers opportunities to buy, sell, and trade goods such as sneakers, apparel, electronics, collectibles, trading cards, and accessories. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collecti...