Vic Verchereau welcomes Ron Embry, who is Pastor and Bishop at Agape Christian Church.

Changing lives and investing in people has directed the journey of Ron Embry.  As a lifelong Lansing resident, he took his strong family foundation and has sought to help others find their way.  With 9 siblings and a great work ethic, Ron's Journey has taken him from Spring Arbor, to the University of Michigan and a distinguished career in the state's correction system.  His work in building a church that speaks to the needs of families and those in need has given him a wonderful perspective on what truly matters and seeking change for the better.  As a pastor and Bishop of his church, Reverend Embry knows "the way it is, is not the way is has to be" 

Join Vic Verchereau and Pastor Ron Emby as they take a look back and appreciate the journey that has been dedicated to helping others in this edition of the Leadership Lowdown!

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Leadership Lowdown | Ron Embry - The Way it Was is Not the Way it Has To Be

Vic Verchereau welcomes Madeline Fabiano Blair, who is the Owner Emeritus at Fabiano's Candies.

In 1924, 14-year-old Michael Fabiano of Holland told his father the family's ice cream parlor would be the perfect place to make and sell top-quality homemade candy. Convinced by his son's enthusiasm and determination, Charles Fabiano bought a local candy operation and moved it to their ice cream parlor. It was an instant success!

Eleven years later, Michael married Jane Coscarelli and moved to Lansing. Here, Mike taught Jane how to make candy using only the finest ingredients, without shortcuts, to get the very best results. Together, they passed the art on to their children and grandchildren.

Today, Fabiano's Candies is a fixture in Michigan's capital city. Its enduring tradition of quality and service lives on through daughter, Madeline Fabiano Blair and grandson, Steven Blair.  Take in this sweet edition of the Leadership Lowdown when host Vic Verchereau gets the family story right from Madeline Fabiano Blair!

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Leadership Lowdown | Madeline Fabiano Blair - "From Chocolate Covered Cars To Nuts"

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Vic Verchereau welcomes Mark Sauter, who is Founder and President of GTP Associates, Inc.

In 2002, after a 22-year career with Dow Corning Corporation (Midland, MI), Mark established GTP Associates, Inc., Growth Through People, which helps organizations simultaneously improve performance, people, leadership, and cultural vitality. Mark has authored two books, available on Amazon.com: Bringing Meaning into Monday: A Sustainable Approach to Bottom Line Success (2009) and Finding Meaning in a Teeter Totter World (2013).

Mark works closely with the Great Lakes Bay Region’s Conscious Capitalism movement, helping organizations put concepts into practice. He is a graduate of the University of Wisconsin-Superior (1980), earning degrees in Information Systems, Business Management and Chemistry.

Mark currently resides in Midland, Michigan, but Leadership Lowdown host Vic Verchereau asked Mark to share his thoughts and challenge us to grow as leaders.  Grab your pen and a notepad and get ready!  Mark has much to offer!

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Leadership Lowdown | Mark Sauter - “When One Door Closes Another One Opens..."

Vic Verchereau welcomes Sara Bush, who is Senior Director of Golf Relations for Folds of Honor.

Sara Bush is Senior Director of Golf Relations for Folds of Honor.  In that role, Sara and her team earn significant funds through the game of golf to provide
academic scholarships for the families of fallen or disabled military and first responders.  With Folds of Honor, she has been responsible for the continued growth of Patriot Golf Days, the nation’s largest grassroots golf fundraiser celebrated over Memorial Day weekend, as well as Folds of Honor HERO100 Golf Marathons, tournaments, and securing significant corporate partners.  

Sara shares her journey with Leadership Lowdown Host Vic Verchereau.  Get ready because there is nothing but the fairway ahead of you on this round of the Leadership Lowdown!

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Leadership Lowdown | Sara Bush - "Life is Moving Fast, Be Ready to Learn"

Vic Verchereau welcomes Sheri Jones, who is a Retired News Reporter and Anchor at WLNS TV 6.

Sheri Jones recently retired after almost 37 years of bringing all of us the news on WLNS TV 6 in Lansing.  Jones’s contributions to broadcasting have earned her a well-deserved place in the Michigan Journalism Hall of Fame, solidifying her status as a respected journalist.

Sheri is respected and beloved by the Mid-Michigan community for her warm, steady, and compassionate presence.  Her dedication to journalism is further evident through her multiple accolades and memberships in prestigious organizations.  Join Leadership Lowdown host Vic Verchereau as he takes a journey down memory lane with a local TV legend and enjoy the lessons learned from a life in the news spotlight!

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Leadership Lowdown | Sheri Jones - The News is Only Part of The Story...a Life of Service

Vic Verchereau welcomes Justin Sheehan, who is the Legal Director and General Counsel at Michigan Community Resources.

Justin Sheehan is a Lansing born and bred attorney with a fierce pride for the diverse and resilient Capital City he calls home. A twice over graduate of Michigan State University, in social work and law respectively. As the Legal Director and General Counsel for Michigan Community Resources, Sheehan's organization offers support to nonprofit and grassroots organizations with capacity building services, tailored cohort experiences, and legal guidance. 

His involvement in the area is extensive and includes the Chairman of the Lansing Empowerment Network, Vice-Chairman of The Ourspace Foundation, Board Member of the Lansing Growth Fund, Board Member of The Empowerment Institute for Michigan Foundation, Board Member of the Malcolm X Community Commission, member of the Lansing School District's Multicultural Education Taskforce, and member of the Senior Advisory Team for Lansing Community College's Office of Empowerment. Having helped lead the team for the Lansing Promise, he is someone who cares and is making a difference in the Mid-Michigan area.  

Dial up this edition of the Leadership Lowdown! Host Vic Verchereau gets the scoop on all of the good work being done right here on the Michigan Business Network!

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Leadership Lowdown | Justin Sheehan - Slow Down, No One Can Walk With You When You Are Running Alone

Vic Verchereau welcomes Doug Marek, who is President and Founder at WebLocal.

In a digital and high tech world, business leaders seek to find effective ways to reach through and to gain an advantage in their respective industries.  They are looking for results, because they matter.  Enter Doug Marek, President and Founder of WebLocal.  "Results are how we know what does and doesn’t work.  By creating highly customizable marketing plans, we’re able to get the results we’re looking for.  We make sure every marketing dollar is spent wisely and position ourselves to be held accountable in order to meet our clients’ needs".

Leadership Lowdown host, Vic Verchereau interviews Doug Marek to get an understanding of the current challenges in a post Yellow Pages world as business leaders seek to gain traction and top of mind awareness in their industries.  We are getting the latest on the web... WebLocal that is!  Tune in and let's talk all about being relevant! 

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Leadership Lowdown | Doug Marek - Things That Time Doesn't Change

Vic Verchereau welcomes Fr. Daniel Brandenburg, who is a Catholic Priest and Author of Leader Like No Other.

Fr. Daniel is a Catholic religious priest with a vow of poverty, and what he receives freely, he gives freely.  Published 10 times, as a successful author he donates the proceeds to sustain the community of priests that Fr. Daniel lives with, as well as the missionary work of priests in other countries where they do not have sufficient funds for their livelihood.

In this edition of the Leadership Lowdown he shares his most recent work, Leader Like No Other.  His life of service and international experience has given him great perspective, founded in his religion and nurtured with commitment to helping people grow in their leadership and faith.  Plenty of business related takeaways and he tells us all about a leader like no other.  Join us!

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Leadership Lowdown | Fr. Daniel Brandenburg - Character, Faith and Leadership

Vic Verchereau welcomes Brian Babiasz, who is Executive Director at The Reading People.

Brian Babiasz has been with The Reading People since 2022 and Executive Director since 2025.  Brian works to expand literacy access; especially for new Americans and adult learners.  He credits the staff’s dedication as the heart of the organization’s impact.  From his early experiences in growing plants to his new role in helping people grow to pursue their goals, Brian brings an energy and passion that is rare among many leaders.

Vic Verchereau spends time learning about all the great things The Reading People are doing for the Mid-Michigan area on this edition of the Leadership Lowdown.

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Leadership Lowdown | Brian Babiasz - From Growing Plants to Growing People

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