By Jada Simone Fischer Lansing Mosaic had the pleasure of speaking with local realtor Amy Jackson in regards to her involvement and service within the Lansing community. With a personal motto of “Always serving - always selling,” it is evident that Amy believes she can gain success by having it in her heart to help … Continue reading Interview with Realtor Amy Jackson
Formerly known as Diversity Holiday Mixer, Lansing Holiday Collaboration is an inclusive event founded by Michigan Premier Events LLC and Lansing Mosaic LLC celebrating diversity in Lansing, MI with local Lansing leaders, professionals and entrepreneurs from diverse industries and backgrounds. This year’s 2nd annual event will be Thursday, December 6th 2018 from 6pm-8pm at Old … Continue reading Join Us for 2018 Lansing Holiday Collaboration
Lansing Mosaic caught up with Rodney Page, founder of the Full Engagement Experience in Lansing, Michigan. Rodney Page began his violin studies at the age of 10. He earned both a bachelor’s and a master’s degree in music education at Michigan State University. During his collegiate career, Rodney Page also studied piano. After graduation, Page taught … Continue reading Interview with Rodney Page, Founder of Full Engagement Experience
By Crystal Chen Lansing Mosaic caught up with James Defrees, founder of the 517 Coffee Co in Lansing, Michigan. His business is all about serving small-batch, craft-roasted coffee through community. He talks about what motivated him to start his business and challenges he is facing now. This summer, James Defrees keeps a quite busy schedule. … Continue reading Interview with James Defrees, Founder of The 517 Coffee Co
By Jada Simone Established in 1973, the Michigan State University Foundation is a non-profit corporation that fuels economic development initiatives. According the MSU Foundation’s website, the program focuses on the support of research, invention, and entrepreneurship. One of the programs sponsored by the MSU Foundation is the Conquer Accelerator. According to their website, the program … Continue reading Interview with MSU Foundation Communications Manager Aaryn Richard: Conquer Accelerator
By Jada Simone Fisher Lansing Mosaic got the opportunity to speak with local entrepreneur, Jerry Norris. Norris is one of the founders of The Fledge in Grand Ledge and is relocating it in Lansing, MI this month. Lansing Mosaic: Can you tell us a little about your business? Jerry Norris: The Fledge is a hyper-inclusive, … Continue reading Jerry Norris, Co-Founder of The Fledge- A New Ideation Maker Space, Incubator and Accelerator in Lansing, MI
The Lansing Economic Area Partnership formerly known as LEAP, exemplifies great leadership supporting entrepreneurs. The role LEAP play's in driving innovation and job growth in Lansing have certainly been rewarding. LEAP is not only emerging entrepreneurs in Lansing, but they are also encouraging future innovation with youth entrepreneurship. This year LEAP is again is hosting the Youth Startup Expo. This … Continue reading Lansing’s Youth Startup Challenge: An Interview with Tony Willis
Living a life of purpose and dedicating herself to service comes with ease for Renee Freeman. She is on a mission to make a difference in her community and has no plans of stopping until she sees -a change. The Detroit native began pioneering in her own city with her long time work in the … Continue reading Serving a Community: An Interview with Renee Freeman
Helen Keller was asked - What would be worse than being born blind? She quickly responded To have sight and no vision. Transformation is a journey! Map out your road map: I. Don't ever let failure become final. Be aware that discouragement is failures partner. The best way to get rid of discouragement is to … Continue reading Intentional Goal Setting: Plan your atmosphere by Commanding your Words by Carmen Thomas
