NEOtropolis explores the business and economy of northeast Ohio, and the challenges and opportunities unfolding in our region. It's not “business as usual.” Hosted by Thomas Mulready of Cool Cleveland. Produced by Western Reserve Public Media in cooperation with these content partners: Crain’s Cleveland Business, Youngstown/Warren’s Business Journal and Cool Cleveland.
NEOtropolis March 5, 2010 Revitalizing the Region
Find out about two different approaches to urban redevelopment — one in North Canton and the other in Cuyahoga Falls. The following panelists discuss the cities' efforts and revitalization projects in general:
• Paul Vernon, architect and senior designer, Kent State University Urban Design Center
• T. Sharon Woodberry, director of economic development, City of Youngstown
• Stan Bullard, senior reporter, Crain's Cleveland Business
NEOtropolis February 26, 2010 Food Accommodations
Local business executives talk about how they deal with food allergy and food access issues. Joining host Thomas Mulready in the discussion are the following:
• Warren Taylor, dairy evangelist and owner of Snowville Creamery in Pomeroy
• Scott Duennes, executive director of Cornucopia, Inc. and Nature's Bin
• Ann Stahlheber, program coordinator, cardiovascular health, Cuyahoga County Board of Health; volunteer, Lakewood Earth and Food Community
NEOtropolis February 19, 2010 Youngstown's Big News; Remodeling Industry's Solid Growth
George Nelson of the Business Journal in Youngstown and Walt Good of the Youngstown/Warren Regional Chamber discuss the exciting news about V&M Star's $650 million expansion project in Youngstown. Also, Thomas Mulready hosts a panel discussion about the remodeling industry and trends in Northeast Ohio. Panelists include the following:
• Andy January, vice president of January Paints in Akron
• Tony Dimacchia, vice president of Lakewood General Contractors
• Jeff Tucker, partner, Freedom Building, Inc., and chair of the Professional Remodelers Council of the Portage and Summit Counties Home Builders Association
NEOtropolis February 12, 2010 Action! Ohio's Moviemaking Adventure
Northeast Ohio is positioning itself as an attractive location for motion picture production. NEOtropolis discusses Northeast Ohio's film-friendly environment and welcomes these panelists:
• Sara Dering, production coordinator, Greater Cleveland Film Commission
• Ron Goldfarb: president, Glazen Creative Studios
• Chris Rutushin, filmmaker, River & Heron Productions
NEOtropolis February 5, 2010 Staying Afloat
Lake Erie boating and recreation are big business in Northeast Ohio. On this week's show, Thomas Mulready and these guest panelists discuss the present and future status of the region's boating industry:
-- John Gabriel, co-owner of Romp's Water Port in Vermillion
-- Mike DiLorenzo of the Lake Erie Marine Trades Association based in Westlake
-- Frank Lichtkoppler, extension specialist for the Ohio Sea Grant College Program, Ohio State University Extension in Painesville
NEOtropolis January 29, 2010 Reflection During Economic Uncertainty
Panel discussion and news segments focus on the economic outlook for 2010. Also, financial planning expert Kevin Myeroff offers helpful tax tips. Joining host Thomas Mulready as guest panelists on this week's show will be the following:
• Fred Carr, Ph.D., director of the Barker Center for Economic Education at The University of Akron
• Tracy Monroe, partner in the Tax Department of Cohen & Co.
• Lucy Malakar, economics instructor at Lorain County Community College
NEOtropolis January 22, 2010
Ohio's wedding industry brings in $2 billion a year, but it's not immune to the poor economy. Find out how northeast Ohio vendors are surviving this industry's unique challenges.
NEOtropolis January 15, 2010
What creates an ideal work environment: A friendly boss? A cool office? The ability to bring your dog to work? Find out what some businesses are doing to help attract and retain their top talent.
