Michigan Innovation Podcast

About Michigan Innovation Podcast

Bullish on Business Podcast Strap in and get bullish—this podcast is your no-fluff, high-impact guide to building a business that dominates. Hosted by serial entrepreneur and powerhouse CEO Rose Odette, Bullish on Business delivers weekly episodes packed with game-changing insights, bold strategies, and behind-the-scenes truth bombs from the front lines of real growth. Whether you're scaling to your first million or gunning for $100M, Rose gives you the tools, mindset, and momentum to make it happen. No excuses. No playing small. Just relentless growth. 🎙️ Bullish on Business Podcast Disclaimer 🐂 "Welcome to the Bullish on Business podcast. I'm Rose Odette—CEO, entrepreneur, and your guide to bold, relentless growth. But before we dive in, here's the disclaimer: This podcast is for educational and inspirational purposes only. The stories, strategies, and advice shared are based on real experiences and personal opinions—they are not legal, financial, accounting, or business guarantees. Please consult your own professional advisors before making decisions that affect your business or finances."

Publisher

Rose Odette

Category

business · news

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

22 May 2024

Latest episode

18 Aug 2026

Latest episodes

96 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   18 Aug 2026

   From Dirt to Glass: Amanda Danielson on Building Michigan's Food, Wine & Agriculture Future

   What does it take to transform not just a business—but an entire industry? In this episode of the Bullish on Business Podcast, Rose Odette sits down with Amanda Danielson, nationally recognized hospitality leader, entrepreneur, educator, Advanced Sommelier, vineyard owner, and advocate for Michigan agriculture and wine. Amanda's career is an extraordinary example of what happens when entrepreneurship, hospitality, agriculture, education, science, and community come together around a shared vision. As the founder of Velaris Hospitality and owner of the acclaimed Trattoria Stella in Traverse City, Amanda has spent decades helping elevate Northern Michigan's reputation for exceptional food, wine, and hospitality. But her work extends far beyond the restaurant. Amanda founded Intentional Agriculture, a nonprofit created in partnership with Michigan State University to connect Michigan growers with international research and advance economically sustainable viticulture. She is also a co-creator of Dirt to Glass™, the annual conference bringing growers, winemakers, researchers, and global experts together to improve the quality, sustainability, profitability, and international competitiveness of Michigan wine. Amanda owns Tre Sirene Vineyard, which has served as a field laboratory for sustainable growing practices, and she is helping shape The Loamstead Project, a regenerative agriculture and hospitality destination under development in Northern Michigan. IN THIS EPISODE Rose and Amanda explore: • How Amanda's first hospitality job at age 12 helped shape her leadership philosophy • Building Trattoria Stella and helping establish Northern Michigan as a culinary destination • Why developing people can be just as important as developing a business • What becoming an Advanced Sommelier taught Amanda about hospitality and entrepreneurship • What growing grapes taught her that studying and serving wine couldn't • The business case for regenerative and sustainable agriculture • Why Amanda founded Intentional Agriculture • How collaboration between growers, winemakers, researchers, restaurants, and consumers can transform an industry • Why breaking down industry silos matters • Whether Michigan can become recognized as a world-class wine region • The vision behind Dirt to Glass™ • How science, research, and international expertise are helping improve Michigan viticulture • Why Amanda believes Michigan wine "belongs at the table" • The vision behind The Loamstead Project • What CEOs and entrepreneurs can learn from farmers about patience, risk, stewardship, investment, and long-term thinking • Why successful entrepreneurs should think beyond building companies and start thinking about building ecosystems • What Amanda is most bullish about for the future of Michigan food, wine, agriculture, and hospitality DIRT TO GLASS 2026 The conversation is especially timely as Dirt to Glass 2026 takes place August 20–21 in Traverse City, Michigan. Now in its fifth year, Dirt to Glass brings together growers, vineyard managers, winemakers, researchers, and national and international industry experts to help elevate Michigan wine—from the soil all the way to the finished glass. The 2026 conference features 29 speakers, technical presentations, moderated panels, guided wine tastings, vineyard visits, and practical strategies Michigan vineyards and wineries can put to work. ABOUT AMANDA DANIELSON Amanda Danielson is a nationally recognized hospitality leader, entrepreneur, educator, and Advanced Sommelier whose career is helping redefine Michigan's reputation as a destination for world-class food, wine, and regenerative agriculture. She is the founder of Velaris Hospitality, owner of Trattoria Stella, founder of Intentional Agriculture, co-creator of Dirt to Glass™, owner of Tre Sirene Vineyard, and Director of Strategy & Systems for The Loamstead Project. Her career has been built around a powerful philosophy: exceptional hospitality comes from education, intentional work, and a deep respect for place. ABOUT BULLISH ON BUSINESS Bullish on Business is about entrepreneurs, innovators, executives, and leaders who aren't simply participating in the future—they're building it. Hosted by entrepreneur and author Rose Odette, the podcast explores business growth, leadership, execution, innovation, entrepreneurship, emerging industries, and the people creating meaningful change. This episode leaves us with an important business question: Are you simply building a company—or are you building an ecosystem? If this conversation gave you a new perspective on business, agriculture, hospitality, leadership, or Michigan's economic future, subscribe to the channel, like the episode, share it, and join the conversation in the comments. What are YOU most bullish about for the future of Michigan? Wake up. Show up. And charge. #BullishOnBusiness #AmandaDanielson #RoseOdette #DirtToGlass #IntentionalAgriculture #MichiganWine #MichiganAgriculture #RegenerativeAgriculture #SustainableAgriculture #TrattoriaStella #TraverseCity #MichiganBusiness #Entrepreneurship #HospitalityLeadership #WineIndustry #Viticulture #BusinessLeadership #BusinessGrowth #NorthernMichigan #FarmToTable

2. 

   30 Jul 2026

   Rachel Zemanek from the Folded Leaf on the Bullish on Business Podcast with Rose Odette

   Building Community, One Book at a Time with Rachel Zemanek What does it take to leave one career behind and build a business centered on community, creativity, and connection? In this episode of Bullish on Business, Rose Odette sits down with Rachel Zemanek, owner of The Folded Leaf in Traverse City, Michigan. After returning home to Northern Michigan, Rachel transformed her vision into an independent bookstore that has become much more than a place to buy books—it's a welcoming space where readers, artists, and the community come together. Rachel shares the realities of opening a brick-and-mortar business, the financial decisions every entrepreneur faces, how she supports local artists, and what it takes to build a company that reflects your values while remaining financially sustainable. She also discusses how the resilience, empathy, and leadership skills she developed in her previous career continue to shape her approach to entrepreneurship. In this episode you'll discover: • How Rachel turned a lifelong dream into a successful business • The financial realities of owning an independent bookstore • Why community can become your greatest competitive advantage • How to build a business that reflects your values • Leadership lessons from making a bold career transition Every entrepreneur's journey is different, but one thing remains the same: great businesses aren't built by ideas alone—they're built through disciplined execution. That's why I created the Bullish on Business Executive Information System (BOBEIS). Whether you're launching your first company or scaling an established business, BOBEIS provides AI-powered guidance, proven business frameworks, strategic planning tools, and operating systems to help you Build It. Grow It. Run It. If Rachel's story inspired you to take the next step in your own business, start your FREE 30-Day Trial of BOBEIS today. 👉 https://bullishonbusiness.com If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with another entrepreneur who is building something remarkable. Stay Bullish!

3. 

   23 Jun 2026

   Tex Criqui of The North Coast Jobs Factory joins Rose Odette on the Bullish on Business Podcast

   In this episode of the Bullish on Business Podcast, Rose Odette sits down with Francis "Tex" Criqui, one of Northern Michigan's most experienced startup mentors, innovation strategists, and champions of economic development. With a remarkable career spanning more than 40 years at General Motors, leadership roles in innovation consulting, startup commercialization, and entrepreneurship education, Tex has helped nearly 400 startups navigate the challenging journey from concept to execution. Phone - 517.518.1446 email - flcriqui@gmail.com Tex shares lessons learned from decades of working with entrepreneurs, inventors, and innovators, discussing why many startups struggle to move beyond the excitement of launching and into sustainable growth. He explains his powerful Discover, Define, Develop, Deploy framework and reveals how founders can answer one of the most important questions in business: "What do we do next?" The conversation also explores the future of entrepreneurship in Northern Michigan, the opportunities emerging from the region's growing freshwater innovation and blue economy sectors, and the vision behind Tex's newest initiative, The North Coast Jobs Factory, which is focused on helping startups create jobs, scale responsibly, and build businesses that endure. Whether you're a startup founder, business owner, investor, economic development leader, or aspiring entrepreneur, this episode delivers practical insights and real-world wisdom from someone who has spent decades helping companies succeed. In This Episode: • What separates successful startups from those that stall out • Why founders often struggle with disciplined execution • The Discover, Define, Develop, Deploy framework explained • Lessons from General Motors that still apply to startups today • The dangers of scaling too quickly • Emerging opportunities in Northern Michigan's entrepreneurial ecosystem • The future of the blue economy and freshwater innovation • The vision and mission behind The North Coast Jobs Factory • How startup founders can move from inspiration to sustainable growth About Tex Criqui Francis "Tex" Criqui is a startup mentor, innovation strategist, former mayor, and entrepreneur advocate. Following a distinguished 40-year career with General Motors, Tex became a leader in startup mentoring, commercialization strategy, and innovation ecosystem development. He has coached more than 100 companies into early-stage operations and worked with nearly 400 startups through programs including Lawrence Technological University's I-Corps initiative, TC SCORE, and 20Fathoms. Today, he is leading The North Coast Jobs Factory, a new venture dedicated to helping entrepreneurs build sustainable companies that create jobs and long-term economic impact. Key Takeaway "Ideas are exciting. Execution creates jobs, growth, and lasting businesses." — Tex Criqui Connect with Bullish on Business Subscribe for more conversations with entrepreneurs, innovators, executives, investors, and leaders who are shaping the future of business. Bullish on Business Podcast: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLArqnhD6mjUatxYtD81uHVrqK-UfMtEfN&si=YXqprr8KHHu2tBvL Hosted by Rose Odette, entrepreneur, author, founder, and business growth strategist.

Who has been a guest on Michigan Innovation Podcast

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• Michael Kent
• Drew Denison
• Jaime Edmondson
• Niki Schultz
• Jamie Gallagher

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Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

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5.0 / 5

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Podcast Authority Score: 38 / 100

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0

Engagement

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