Community Capital

Community Capital

Community Capital features local business that are a part of the Greater Area Brighton Chamber of Commerce. Hosted by Rob Johnson (Speakeasy Podcast Network), the mission of this podcast is to highlight, educate, and further networking relationships between all of the businesses that make up the Chamber.

Episodes

March 6, 2026 15 mins

The Brighton Chamber podcast enters a new chapter as “Community Capital”, a show dedicated to highlighting the people, businesses, and ideas that move the Greater Brighton community forward. To kick things off, Rob Johnson sits down with Dr. Vincent McGinniss, founder of Elements Plastic Surgery and Aesthetics in Brighton. Dr. McGinniss shares his journey from medical school to serving as an Air Force flight surgeon caring for figh...

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This week on the Chamber Podcast, Rob sits down with Kelly LaBelle and Maureen Theodore, designers at Cabinets For You in downtown Brighton. As a locally owned, full-service cabinet company, Cabinets For You offers three cabinet lines ranging from affordable to fully custom, serving homeowners and builders alike. Kelly and Maureen share how their years of experience help prevent costly mistakes by carefully planning measurements, a...

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February 20, 2026 10 mins

This week on the Chamber Podcast, Rob sits down with Jessica Pomerville, speech-language pathologist and Clinical Director of the new Brighton location of Thrive Therapy Center. Jessica shares Thrive’s mission of supporting families and helping children build communication skills and daily living independence through evidence-based speech and occupational therapy. The conversation highlights Thrive’s family-owned roots, their whole...

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This week on the Chamber Podcast, Rob sits down with Blake Williams, Account Manager at the Herndon Family Agency Farm Bureau Insurance, to talk about local insurance done the right way. Blake shares how the family-run agency has served Livingston County for over 20 years and why staying Michigan-focused matters when it comes to protecting families and businesses. The conversation covers common insurance mistakes like being underin...

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February 6, 2026 13 mins

This week on the Chamber Podcast, Rob sits down with Rex Streetman, owner of The Rex Effect, a Howell-based DJ and entertainment company built to keep the party going long after everyone else clocks out. Rex shares how a “crazy idea” to look at DJ equipment turned into a full-blown business, starting with karaoke nights and growing into a team of 10+ employees across 10+ venues. Today, The Rex Effect delivers everything from weddin...

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January 16, 2026 18 mins

This week on the Chamber Podcast, Rob sits down with Steve Grech, CEO of LOC Credit Union, and Stephanie Hamlin, Community Impact Manager, to talk about what it really means to be a community-first financial institution. With 90 years of history and more than 50 years serving Livingston County, LOC focuses on doing a few things exceptionally well, from affordable car loans and home equity lending to strong digital banking paired wi...

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December 19, 2025 17 mins
In this charged up episode Rob sits down with Kisha Polasky, owner of Batteries Plus in Livingston County, to talk career pivots, franchising leaps, and building a business during uncertain times. They're more than just a battery store, They're committed to providing outstanding service and expertise for a variety of solutions, including power, phone repair, auto batteries, key fobs, lighting, and more! Whether you need help findin...

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December 12, 2025 14 mins
Rob sits down with Emily Stone, founder and CEO of Whole Mama Michigan, a Brighton-based “one-stop” wellness collective that’s changing the way moms are born by wrapping parents in holistic, evidence-based, zero-judgment support from preconception through postpartum. From fertility coaching and prenatal yoga to childbirth classes, lactation help, mental health care, and cozy due-date/play groups that crush isolation, Emily shares h...

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December 5, 2025 16 mins
This week on the Chamber podcast, Rob chats with Krish Kar, developer and founder of Yoganjali, an AI-powered holistic social wellness connection platform where creators and seekers meet “within and beyond.” Krish breaks down Yoganjali’s two-part magic: Inner Connect, featuring mind-body yoga, Pilates, dance, and wellness classes built for everyone from seniors and kids to mental-health and flexibility journeys, and Outer Connect, ...

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What happens outside the office affects everything inside it. In this episode, Jo Self, founder of Practical Strengths and creator of the Community Catalyst Project, shares how local businesses can strengthen engagement, retention, and wellbeing by focusing on what’s right with people and the communities they call home. Discover how small acts of connection can create big ripples of impact, why workplace culture starts long before ...

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November 21, 2025 10 mins
Rob sits down with Lauren Coffman, Marketing & Communications Director at Brighton Ford, for a festive and feel-good conversation about their 26th annual Toys for Tots toy drive. From a friendly school competition with $5,000 in prizes to Santa Night on December 4th, it’s complete with free photos, food, and toys, toys, toys. The episode bursts with holiday spirit. Lauren shares community support stories all while inviting list...

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Kick Off the Holiday Season in Downtown Brighton! Jennifer Bond (Greater Brighton Area Chamber), Barb Binkley (Cooper Binkley Jewelers), Samantha Gardiner (City of Brighton) host this week's podcast to talk about this year's Brighton Holiday Glow & Christmas Market. They'll fill you in on all the merry details and what you can expect. We can't wait to kick off the holiday season with you in Downtown Brighton!

 

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November 7, 2025 14 mins
Get ready for an insightful chat as Cameron sits down with Cliff Miller and Nick Keelin from TCA Insurance for a look behind one of the most personable independent agencies in the biz! From their exciting expansion into Livingston County to their one-of-a-kind SaunaShield product (yes, insurance for mobile saunas!), Cliff and Nick share how TCA’s people-first approach, community focus, and tech-savvy tools make insurance anything b...

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October 31, 2025 9 mins
Cameron chats with Bill Opre, co-owner of Canopy Lounge, the upscale spot that has quickly became the go-to hangout for fine dining and great drinks. Bill shares how the menu changes every few months to keep things fresh, (think wild game, seafood, and creative chef specials) and how Canopy has become a favorite for private events, from birthdays to weddings. With top Google reviews, special themed nights, and a perfect location ne...

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October 24, 2025 11 mins
Get ready for a fun and fashionable chat as Cameron sits down with Kayla McCullough, Store Leader at Brighton’s maurices, the women’s fashion brand is celebrating 95 years of style! Kayla shares how maurices brings confidence and community together with inclusive sizing, personal styling, and heartwarming programs that give back to families in need. From upcoming local events and holiday shopping perks to exclusive rewards and feel...

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October 17, 2025 31 mins
Cameron sits down with Jerry Wilson, founder of Wilson Estate Vineyards, and Sabrina Dailey, the operations mastermind, to talk about how a humble dairy farm became a thriving winery and soon, a distillery! From cold-weather grapes to community cheers, this episode uncorks passion, creativity, and a splash of Michigan magic.

 

00:00 Welcome to Wilson Estate Vineyards 02:26 From Passion to Vineyard 05:07 Grape Varieties and Sourcing...

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October 10, 2025 22 mins
In this episode, Cameron sits down with Dr. Andrew Chambers, a new Primary Doctor in the area practicing at YourChoice direct care, a Direct Primary Care (DPC) office in Brighton. Direct Primary Care (DPC) practice is redefining healthcare by offering affordable, personalized medical care without the barriers of insurance. Through a simple membership model, patients enjoy greater access to their physician, longer visits, and a stro...

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September 26, 2025 18 mins
This week, Cameron sits down with Hana Kailani, the creative force behind Hana Kailani Design Studio, to talk all things commercial interior design—from stylish office spaces and restaurants to retail showrooms and beyond. Hana shares how she transforms challenges into innovative, sustainable design solutions that boost productivity, spark inspiration, and bring each brand’s personality to life.

 

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September 19, 2025 24 mins

In this episode, Cameron Harris welcomes Lisa Paparelli-DeFlavis, Owner and Instructor at Core Sport Michigan Elite, along with studio manager Carly Jakubowski, to discuss the opening of Core Sport’s second location inside the Michigan Elite Sports Academy in Brighton. Originally founded in 2007 and expanded in 2010, Core Sport has built a reputation for high-quality, equipment-based Pilates rooted in the original method created by...

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In this special on-location episode, guest host Rob Johnson takes us to the heart of downtown Brighton at the Smokin’ Rock-N-Blues Festival on September 5 and 6. Rob first sits down with Dorothy Harrison, Vice President and Commercial Loan Officer at Bank of Ann Arbor, to talk about the bank’s longtime commitment to the community. Dorothy shares her journey from First National Bank to Bank of Ann Arbor, her recent appointment to th...

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