Driving Economic and Community Growth in Bay County: Insights from Bay Future and SBDC This episode of 'Hey Bay City' centers on the vital efforts of Bay Future and the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) in fostering economic and community development in Bay County, Michigan. Jim Reaume, President and CEO of Bay Future, Inc., discusses the organization's critical role in the economce development of Bay County. The conversation covers the challenges of housing and childcare shortages,...

In this engaging episode, Jason Story from the Midland Business Alliance talks about his 7 step framework for attraction and retention. Jason and Phil explore how defining and understanding each step—Attract, Acquire, Integrate, Train, Develop, Retain, and Sustain—can shed light on effective strategies for community growth and workforce stability. This conversation is filled with practical insights and thoughtful analysis, offering viewers a comprehensive roadmap to address these pivotal...

Join John Kaczynski from Saginaw Valley State University as he delves into the nuances of attraction and retention in the Great Lakes Bay Region! John shares his personal and family anecdotes to highlight the significance of quality of life and sense of community. From discussing historical migration patterns to the modern-day challenges of attracting college students, graduates, and retirees, John offers a comprehensive overview of strategies aimed at fostering a vibrant, welcoming...

In this episode of The Hey, Bay City! Podcast, join Ryan Boone, former principal and Prevention Education Coordinator at the CAN Council as he discusses his transition from a 26-year career in education to working on child abuse prevention and advocacy. Ryan shares his deep connection with the CAN Council and its mission to keep children safe from abuse and neglect in the Great Lakes Bay Region and beyond. The conversation covers his experiences, the importance of protecting kids, various CAN...

Dr. Nick Mouawad of McLaren Bay Region was recently recognized by Newsweek as one of the top vascular surgeons in the NATION.  Join us as we sit down with Dr. Mouawad to hear about his upbringing in Dubai to his medical training in Ireland and his remarkable career here in Bay County. He provides an inside look at what it's like to be a surgeon and the heathcare innovations he has brought to McLaren Bay Region.   Don't miss this amazing conversation with one of the real-life heroes behind...

Chloe Cerva of Pretzel Prize is our special guest on the latest episode of the Hey, Bay City Podcast! We talk about her move out to Portland, moving back, being and entrepreneur, and of course...pretzels!   Watch the episode here, on YouTube or listen wherever you listen to podcasts!   Spotify: https://bit.ly/3VpFQPK Apple: https://apple.co/3vrgbz4 iHeart: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/263-hey-bay-city-104129966/ For more Bay County stories, podcasts,...

In this episode, we get to talk "shop" with Jason Story, Director of Talent and Small Business Initiatives at the Midland Business Alliance! What attracts and retains people to a place? What are the challenges? What are the big plans and little steps that lead to growing, thriving cities?    We talk about all this and more in this very special episode!    Show Notes:    00:00 Introduction and Guest Background 00:39 The Importance of Attraction and Retention ...

In this episode of the Hey, Bay City! Podcast, we get to know HBC's Director of Workforce Development, Sara Parker! Check out all our podcasts, stories, community info and the HBC! Job Board at www.heybaycity.com!

Erin Patrice of The Breaking Bread Village recaps the most recent live show in the ncludingYOU series, a community conversation series in partnership with the Bay Area Community Foundation. In these events, a diverse group of participants from the Bay County community (as well as the audience!) discuss "big idea" topics like bias, judgement, empathy and tolerance.   The next show will be Tuesday, August 13th and will focus on honesty and transparency. There is no cost to attend, but...

Miss Bay County is now the new MISS MICHIGAN! We chat with Jenae Lodewyk about working for the Pistons, competing for Miss Michigan, hear her perform, and more in the latest episode of the Hey, Bay City! Podcast!  For all our past episodes, stories, community information, and Bay County job board, head to www.heybaycity.com.

In the latest episode of the Hey, Bay City! Podcast, we talk to Heather Spencer of A Spencer Gellise Salon about their path towards becoming a top 200 salon IN THE COUNTRY, what makes a good leader, and more! Watch or listen on Facebook or YouTube, or listen wherever you listen to podcasts! Watch on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/heybaycity, and check out community information, stories, and more at https://www.heybaycity.com!  

We talk to Delta College President, Dr. Mike Gavin, about why community college is important, a program that allows people over 21 to earn a degree or certification for free, and Delta's opportunities for those looking to pursue a skilled trade.  Visit www.heybaycity.com for community information, the HBC Job Board, and all our past stories and podcasts!

Dante Davis left his job at SpaceX and Tesla to bring hands-on STEM education to kids here in the Great Lakes Bay Region. One June 8th, through a partnership between the Great Lakes Bay Regional Alliance, the Bay-Arenac ISD, the Bay Area Chamber of Commerce, the Bay Area Community Foundation, and powered by Hey, Bay City!, Davis is kicking off his work in Bay County with STEM Fest!  In this episode of the Hey, Bay City podcast, Davis shares his story and details about this incredible event.

In this episode, Josh from Seven Slot Remodeling shares his journey from Southern California to Bay City, Michigan. Josh discusses both positive influences and the challenges he faced growing up, along with his military service in the Air Force and how it taught him self-awareness and hard work. Tune in to hear Josh's heartfelt stories and his dedication to bringing quality and integrity to his business.  00:00 Introduction  01:36 Josh's Background and Early Life 02:27 Growing Up in...

The Bay Area Community Foundation invited Erin Patrice of The Breaking Bread Village to host a year-long community conversation series called “Including You”. The series invites members from the community onto a panel to discuss a topic, and each free event focuses on a different topic: societal expectations, bias and judgment, empathy and tolerance, honesty and transparency, morality and religion, and the greater good.   We sat down with Erin to recap the second event of the series...

Heather Zywicki repped Bay City on Wheel of Fortune and we talk to her about her experience AND her EPIC solo car-camping trip across the Pacific Northwest! For all our stories, podcasts, and community information, head to www.heybaycity.com.

Richard Hagen, aka RichardEats is a Food and Hospitality content creator from Bay City, Michigan. Cumulatively over 1M+ followers, reaching nearly 100M users monthly. Richard began posting content in the fall of 2020, at the height of COVID and has rarely missed a day of posting original content since. With 720K+ followers on TikTok, 350K+ on Instagram, and 172K+ on Facebook, Richard has collaborated with many major and National brands such as the NFL, Traeger Grills, Kings Hawaiian,...

When Lauren and Ben opened Lolobee’s Lounge in 2022, they wanted it to be something different: late night with a little bit of Lauren's hometown of New Orleans. They've accomplished that and more, turning a once derelict and vacant building into a vibrant and creative community hub where everybody feels like part of the family. For Bay County info, jobs, events, stories and podcasts: www.heybaycity.com Follow HBC! on Facebook Follow HBC! on Instagram

Starting in January, the Bay Area Community Foundation has invited Erin Patrice of The Breaking Bread Village to host a year-long community conversation series called “Including You”. The series invites members from the community onto a panel to discuss a topic, and each free event focuses on a different topic: societal expectations, bias and judgment, empathy and tolerance, honesty and transparency, morality and religion, and the greater good.   In this special two-part...

Bay City musician Henry Walters finds inspiration in everything from the Beatles to techno to philosophy, and in episode 50 of the Hey, Bay City Podcast, he talks to us about his musical journey AND performs two songs live. Watch on HBC!'s Facebook or YouTube, or listen wherever you listen to podcasts!     For past stories, podcasts, community information, and job listings, visit www.heybaycity.com!

Starting in January, the Bay Area Community Foundation has invited Erin Patrice of The Breaking Bread Village to host a year-long community conversation series called “Including You”. The series invites members from the community onto a panel to discuss a topic, and each free event focuses on a different topic: societal expectations, bias and judgment, empathy and tolerance, honesty and transparency, morality and religion, and the greater good.   In this special two-part...

Anna Bebow of Soul Fit and Creative Grace Co., and Katie Volk of Soul Fit and Katie Volk Coaching stop by to talk about their journeys to entrepreneurship, physical and mental health, and build a community. Watch the episode on Hey, Bay City's Facebook or Youtube, or listen wherever you listen to podcasts!     For past stories, podcasts, community information, and job listings, visit www.heybaycity.com!