THIS MONTH'S SHOW aired 7 pm May 26 on News/Talk 760 WJR. We talked about one of the most substantial economic challenges facing Michigan – the state’s brain drain. As we transition from a manufacturing-based economy to a knowledge-based economy, it is vital we attract and retain talented young people. Studies show Michigan’s college graduates are increasingly choosing elsewhere to live and work. These young graduates often choose where they want to live before they look for a job. We talked about how we can make them choose Michigan. Prosperity Agenda host Dan Gilmartin was joined by co-host Brian Boyle, publisher at Issue Media Group. Guests included Lou Glazer, president of Michigan Future, Inc., Tom Costello, president and CEO of the Michigan Roundtable for Diversity and Inclusion, and Austin Black, realtor and founding member of City Living Detroit.
SHOW 5: Attracting and Retaining Young and Talented People
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Attracting and Retaining Young and Talented People: Dan Gilmartin
Dan Gilmartin, executive director and CEO of the Michigan Municipal League, discusses why it’s so important to have places where people want to live.
Attracting and Retaining Young and Talented People: Brian Boyle
Brian Boyle is co-founder and co-CEO of Issue Media Group, the company that created the award-winning Model D Media and many other online magazines across the country.
Attracting and Retaining Young and Talented People: Lou Glazer
Lou Glazer is president and co-founder of Michigan Future, Inc., a non-partisan, nonprofit organization. The mission of Michigan Future is to be a source of new ideas on how Michigan can succeed as a world-class community in a knowledge-driven economy. Its work is funded by Michigan Foundations.
Attracting and Retaining Young and Talented People: Tom Costello
Tom Costello is president and CEO of the Michigan Roundtable for Diversity and Inclusion. This human rights and social justice organization is dedicated to building sustainable inclusive communities in Michigan.
Attracting and Retaining Young and Talented People: Austin Black
Austin Black is a realtor in Detroit and a founding member of City Living Detroit. He has studied urban redevelopment and community development in more than 20 cities around the world. He lives in Midtown Detroit and was recognized in 2006 by Crain’s Detroit Business for its Dream Board of Directors and 20 in their 20s.
