Connect with KB

Connect with KB

Kristin Beltzer has spent a lifetime connecting people and is bringing that talent and expertise to life in her weekly podcast, “Connect with KB.” Passionate about business, education, leadership and networking, Kristin’s mission is to bring out the best in people, to highlight their accomplishments, work experiences, and to challenge them to recollect their greatest life and leadership lessons. Kristin has a knack for knowing how to get to the heart of the conversation. Her positive attitude anchors her to everyone she meets, and her listeners will undoubtedly feel that they are having a cup of coffee with an old friend. “Connect with KB” is entertaining, engaging and a unique platform for people to experience the journey of storytelling.

Episodes

Ep. 198: David Kaye - PokerStars Ambassador and Professional Poker Player

July 26, 2023 • 21 mins
Joining KB today is a a great family friend and an honorary son, David Kaye. David proudly represents Mid-Michigan as one the biggest online Poker players and streamers in the U.S. and he really ignited his status when he signed as a brand ambassador with PokerStars in 2022!
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Ep. 197: Nikki Salander - Experience Director at Flora

May 24, 2023 • 17 mins
KB connects with Nikki Salander, Experience Director at Flora Cannabis Co - where the cannabis retail experience is being taken to a whole new level with ambiance, a drive-thru, and outstanding customer service!
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Ep. 196: Chris Miller & Tom Jamieson - Martin Commercial Properties

May 10, 2023 • 20 mins
Since 1988, Martin Commercial Properties has produced comprehensive market insights for the Greater Lansing Area detailing local office, retail and industrial statistics, major transactions, industry trends and market forecasts. The company has been a hallmark of commercial real estate for over 60 years and joining KB to share insights on the early 2023 market are their Senior Vice Presidents, Tom Jamieson and Chris Miller!
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Ep. 195: David Gregory - Life as an NFL/NIL Agent and Sports Attorney

April 26, 2023 • 25 mins
KB connects with David Gregory, CEO of Bullrush Sports and former multi-client lobbyist, who left the world of politics to become a NFL/NIL Agent and Sport and Entertainment Attorney. He’s jumping right in as things get brewing in the world of NIL (Name, Image and Likeness) for college and high school athletes.
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Ep. 194: Alisha Meneely - Michigan Child Protection Registry

March 29, 2023 • 21 mins
KB connects with Alisha Meneely, Government and Community Relations Coordinator for the Michigan Child Protection Registry, who's committed to being on the frontline to protect kids from adult-themed content on phones, tablets or other electronic devices and works with parents and schools all over Michigan to educate and safeguard against predators.
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Ep. 193: Lisa Posthumus Lyons - Kent County Clerk

February 10, 2023 • 27 mins
KB connects with Lisa Posthumus Lyon who is part of a family that believes strongly in public service. She served as a State Representative in the Michigan Legisltature from 2011-2016, was the Lt. Gov candidate in the 2018 Michigan Gubernatorial election, she has been Vice President of Government Relations for the Grand Rapids Association of Realtors, and is now serving as the Kent County Clerk. She is a Mom of four, lives and brea...
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Ep. 192: Sean Williams - Launching the Aviation Careers Institute

January 25, 2023 • 17 mins
KB connects with Sean Williams, Superintendent of the Eaton RESA to share details about a new program they are launching in partnership with the Lansing's Capital Region International Airport (LAN), Crosswinds Aviation and MSU Federal Credit Union. The RESA (Regional Education Service Agency) provides wonderful opportunities to young people interested in real world experience and setting them on a path to success.
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Ep. 191: Dale Grogan - Managing Partner at Michigan Capital Network

January 10, 2023 • 22 mins
KB connects with Dale Grogan, Managing Partner for Grand Angels, who has been a friend of KB's for over 40 years, as they were high school classmates together at Seminole High in Seminole, Florida!
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Ep. 190: Cleamon Moorer Jr. - Eye Care For Detroit

November 30, 2022 • 16 mins
KB connects with Cleamon Moorer Jr. who founded the non-profit "Eye Care For Detroit" to provide low-cost, high-quality eye care access for home-bound Detroiters. In collaboration with international company, Eyeglasses.com, their goal is to eliminate barriers to preventative eye diseases and provide vision resources to those most in need.
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Ep. 189: Stacie Behler - Vice President and Chief Public Affairs Officer at Grand Valley State University

November 16, 2022 • 17 mins
KB connects with Stacie Behler, the recently appointed Vice President and Chief Public Affairs Officer for Grand Valley State University, where she brings a wealth of talent and experience to advance the interest of the University and it’s student population!
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Ep. 188: Sarah Jennings - Maner Costerisan

November 2, 2022 • 17 mins
KB connects with Sarah Jennings of Maner Costerisan where she wears many hats for the full-service accounting and consulting firm - working as principal in the accounting and outsourced solutions department while also leading the firm’s innovation and community engagement initiatives!
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Ep. 187: Fred Schaible - Western Michigan University

October 19, 2022 • 24 mins
KB connects with Fred Schaible - a Western Michigan graduate serving his alma mater as the Assistant VP of Government Relations - working with federal, state and local officials on the interests of Bronco Nation!
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Ep. 186: Rommel Vega - Holo Footwear

September 14, 2022 • 20 mins
KB connects with Rommel Vega, CEO of Holo Footwear, who recently moved his sustainable outdoor footwear company from Portland Oregon to downtown Grand Rapids … noting that "West Michigan is a fantastic environment because of its robust outdoor recreation assets, strong talent pool, and attractive business environment.”
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Ep. 185: Leah Robinson - Director of Legislative Affairs and Leadership Programming for the Michigan Chamber of Commerce

August 24, 2022 • 25 mins
Kristin connects with Leah Robinson who is directing advocacy and legislative priorities for the Michigan Chamber of Commerce. She is entrenched in serious tax issues, candidate endorsements and has taken on a new role in leading the Michigan ATHENA programming that highlights ways to promote and enhance issues women face in the workplace!
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Ep. 184: Dom Choma - World Series of Poker Experience and Life as a Professional Poker Player

August 10, 2022 • 21 mins
Kristin connects with Dom Choma, a Haslett-bred professional poker player, who just returned from the World Series of Poker in Las Vegas where he finished 216 out of over 8000 entrees. He’s taking this job/career very seriously and is clearly putting himself on the national scene and being recognized for his discipline and talent!
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Ep. 183: Brinn Beltzer - Entrepreneur and #1 Daughter

July 27, 2022 • 21 mins
Kristin connects with her daughter, Brinn Beltzer, who has made her life so incredibly rewarding, entertaining, adventurous, and so full of love. She is fierce, emotionally intelligent, a go-getter, smart as a whip, and one of the most decent people on this planet!
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Ep. 182: Michael Van Denend - World Affairs Council of Western Michigan

July 13, 2022 • 23 mins
Kristin connects with Michael Van Denend, Executive Director of the The World Affairs Council of West Michigan. “The Council’s mission is to empower the people and organizations of West Michigan to engage thoughtfully with the world. The organization’s motto is ‘To change the world, one must know the world.’ To meet its mission, the Council sponsors 40-50 non-partisan programs that engage members with current global and foreign pol...
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Ep. 181: Taylor Kulju & Annah Duffey - Michigan Chamber of Commerce

June 1, 2022 • 23 mins
Kristin connects with Taylor Kulju and Annah Duffey from the Michigan Chamber of Commerce who are among the many young professionals navigating this ever-changing workplace. They are both sharing their talents with the Chamber and know that the key to supporting business is tacking big and small issues and being a problem solver.
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Ep. 180: Kobe Rochester and Noel Garcia - Paving a Career Path through the Ingham ISD/Wilson Talent Center

May 18, 2022 • 23 mins
Kristin connects with Kobe Rochester and Noel Garcia of the Wilson Talent Center at Ingham ISD where they are serving as student and instructor as well as mentor and mentee. The ISD is providing wonderful opportunities to young people interested in real world experience and setting them on a path to success!
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Ep. 179: Zack Armstrong - Leading at Allied Integrated Wealth

May 4, 2022 • 19 mins
Kristin connects with Zack Armstrong, Owner of Allied Integrated Wealth, who's a long time friend that started his own wealth management business two years ago in the height of the pandemic. With offices in Lansing and Grand Rapids, Zack is building Allied Integrated Wealth into a powerhouse and is showing young professionals that leaders come in all ages!
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