Betty V. Thomas
1938 – 2019
Spotlight on second stage: An ELED initiative for Michigan
Programming that results from MCSB’s new entrepreneurship-led economic development proposal could significantly strengthen Michigan’s economic growth — and serve as a model for the rest of the country…
The COO seat: Being a No. 1 second banana
The COO seat: Being a No. 1 second banana is the video companion to Colleen Killen-Roberts’ blog of the same name. The original blog can be found here: edwardlowe.org/second-banana/
Foundation opens satellite office
The foundation announces the opening of a new satellite office in Lansing, Michigan. President, Dan Wyant invites you to take a look and join in on the conversation about Michigan being a pioneer with an entrepreneurship led economy.
CTW judging: A behind-the-bench look
I was privileged to serve as a judge for this year’s Michigan 50 Companies to Watch (CTW) awardees, who were announced a few days ago…
Entrepreneurial infrastructure: your roadway to growth
Entrepreneurial Infrastructure: your roadway to growth
Operations management is not usually a glamorous or even popular position because most of the job revolves around implementing systems and holding people accountable. Yet operational professionals are often the unsung heroes at growth companies. They’re the folks who take a vision or business plan and create the support infrastructure to make it happen.
Why playing it safe can be risky
A look at why some organizations are likely to fail when chaos and disruption occur, while others not only can “take a licking and keep on ticking,” but tick even better than before…
How to keep your employees engaged and motivated
Neuroscience research has shown our brains react similarly to social threats as physical ones. Yet one important difference: Social pain impacts us more intensely and for a longer time than physical pain.