Ep.34 Jeff Donofrio, President and Chief Executive Officer, Business Leaders for Michigan

What does it take to make Michigan a top 10 state in today’s dynamic world? Business Leaders for Michigan has the map for us on this podcast.

Join Jeff Donofrio, President and CEO for Business Leaders for Michigan, and host Ed Clemente as they discuss this influential business organization, and their myriad of initiatives. Business Leaders for Michigan, a state business roundtable, is dedicated to making Michigan a Top Ten state for jobs, personal income and a healthy economy. It is made up of executive leaders of Michigan’s largest companies and universities. Find out how they are strategically positioning the state to rise to that top 10 level, and what the challenges and opportunities are along that path. He outlines 4 point strategy along with Economic Development Leaders for Michigan. Also find out about Donofrio’s unusual career path to become the leader of this high-profile organization, which includes his jobs at state, national and global employment, with private & public sector careers. This includes working for Governors, congressional leaders, a small family business, Chamber of Commerce, the Mayor of Detroit and Ford Motor Company. You can also read the transcript from our conversation.