Tom Monaghan (1 of 3): entrepreneur, philanthropist, man of faith Ron Betzigs YouTube Channel 2014-03-08 | Mr. Thomas Monaghan is one of the most interesting entrepreneurs in American history. Much of his early life was spent in an orphanage: St. Joseph Home for Children in Jackson, Michigan. He was able to overcome major challenges and built Domino's Pizza into one of the world's largest franchise chains. In 1983, Mr. Monaghan purchased the Detroit Tigers, and in 1984 the team went on to win the World Series. Later in the 1980s, he was deeply moved when reading the chapter on "Pride" in C.S. Lewis's Mere Christianity, and eventually made a commitment to give his sizable fortune to Catholic causes over the remainder of his life. Mr. Monaghan has since sold Domino's Pizza and founded Ave Maria Law School and Ave Maria University, which now reside in the town he built for them: Ave Maria, Florida. This is part 1 of 3 from an interview recorded March 7, 2014 in the office Mr. Monaghan retains within Domino's Farms, the Frank Lloyd Wright-style corporate headquarters he built in Ann Arbor Township, Michigan. Ron Betzig conducted this interview for his students at Jackson College (and for you!).
Tom Monaghan (2 of 3): entrepreneur, philanthropist, man of faith Ron Betzigs YouTube Channel 2021-11-07 | Tom Monaghan (2 of 3): entrepreneur, philanthropist, man of faith:Mr. Thomas Monaghan went from a very humble upbringing--spending several years of his childhood in a Jackson, Michigan orphanage, to becoming the Founder of the fastest-growing franchise in America--Domino's Pizza, as well as owner of the Detroit Tigers baseball franchise. In part two of this video interview, Mr. Monaghan shares insights into how Domino's grew from a struggling single store in Ypsilanti, Michigan This video was recorded in March 2014 by Ronald Betzig for the benefit of his students at Jackson College....and for you!
Marty Stryker: Innovation at one of the worlds GREAT companies Ron Betzigs YouTube Channel 2016-01-27 | Marty Stryker is Chief Engineer at Stryker Corporation's facility in Portage, Michigan. Styker Corp. has become a leader in the design and manufacture of innovative medical equipment...having been featured as one of the world's GREAT companies in Jim Collins' book, Great by Choice. Although Marty has a technical background, he emphasizes that effective product designs arise from strong relationships, especially: 1) thoroughly understanding customers' problems/needs; and 2) building collaborative design teams in which people "check their egos" and work toward a greater good. Ron Betzig recorded this interview with Marty Stryker on April 9, 2015 for the benefit of his entrepreneurship students...and for you!
Cupcake Kitchen at CEO Academy 6-20-14 Ron Betzigs YouTube Channel 2014-06-29 | Cupcake Kitchen is a business concept developed by high school students during a one-week "CEO Academy" held at Spring Arbor University in Spring Arbor, Michigan. This video was recorded by Ron Betzig, Director of the Entrepreneurship Program at Jackson College in Jackson, Michigan.
myWait at CEO Academy 6-20-14 Ron Betzigs YouTube Channel 2014-06-29 | myWait is a business concept developed by high school students during a one-week "CEO Academy" held at Spring Arbor University in Spring Arbor, Michigan. The myWait team won the business model competition in a field of five outstanding teams. This video was recorded by Ron Betzig, Director of the Entrepreneurship Program at Jackson College in Jackson, Michigan.
Pearch at CEO Academy 6-20-14 Ron Betzigs YouTube Channel 2014-06-29 | Pearch is a business concept developed by high school students during a one-week "CEO Academy" held at Spring Arbor University in Spring Arbor, Michigan. This video was recorded by Ron Betzig, Director of the Entrepreneurship Program at Jackson College in Jackson, Michigan. Unfortunately, the video card ran out of space before this presentation was completed, but most of it is captured here.
IIT Infrastructure Information Technologies at CEO Academy 6-20-14 Ron Betzigs YouTube Channel 2014-06-28 | Infrastructure Information Technologies (IIT) is a business concept developed by high school students during a one-week "CEO Academy" held at Spring Arbor University in Spring Arbor, Michigan. This video was recorded by Ron Betzig, Director of the Entrepreneurship Program at Jackson College in Jackson, Michigan.
Scan Pics Plus at CEO Academy 6-20-14 Ron Betzigs YouTube Channel 2014-06-28 | Scan Pics Plus is a business concept developed by high school students during a one-week "CEO Academy" held at Spring Arbor University in Spring Arbor, Michigan. This video was recorded by Ron Betzig, Director of the Entrepreneurship Program at Jackson College in Jackson, Michigan.
Davans Fine Catering Culinary Entrepreneur 1 of 2 Ron Betzigs YouTube Channel 2014-06-20 | Davan Gerding is Executive Chef/Owner of Davan's Fine Catering and the Atrium Cafe in Jackson County, Michigan. On June 19, 2014, Davan spoke to students at the CEO Academy at Spring Arbor University regarding his experiences as an entrepreneur. Ron Betzig recorded Davan's talk for his students at Jackson College.
Davans Fine Catering Culinary Entrepreneur 2 of 2 Ron Betzigs YouTube Channel 2014-06-19 | Dvan Gerding is Owner and Executive Chef of Davan's Fine Catering and the Atrium Cafe in Jackson County, Michigan. He spoke to students at the CEO Academy (held at Spring Arbor University on June 19, 2014) about the joys and trials of entrepreneurship. Ron Betzig recorded Davan's talk for his students at Jackson College (and for you!).
Phil from the Toy House: Knowing Your Customer, 2 of 2 Ron Betzigs YouTube Channel 2014-06-19 | Phil Wrzesinski, owner of the Toy House in Jackson, Michigan, discusses "knowing your customer" at the CEO Academy held at Spring Arbor University on June 17, 2014. Recorded by Ron Betzig for his students at Jackson College (and for you!).
Phil from the Toy House: Knowing Your Customer, 1 of 2 Ron Betzigs YouTube Channel 2014-06-19 | Phil Wrzesinski, owner of the Toy House in Jackson, Michigan, discusses "knowing your customer" at the CEO Academy held at Spring Arbor University on June 17, 2014. Recorded by Ron Betzig for his students at Jackson College (and for you!).
Download Amy Gamel award presentation, 4-21-14 Ron Betzigs YouTube Channel 2014-04-23 | Amy Gamel receives outstanding faculty award on April 14, 2014, presented by Dr. Daniel Phelan, President of Jackson College.
Ken Johnson (1 of 2), Phase 10 game inventor Ron Betzigs YouTube Channel 2014-04-19 | Ken Johnson started developing games as a teenager, and when he was about 20 years old he had the moxie to take his "Phase 10" game to a purchasing agent at K-Mart. More than 30 years later, the game has sold over 50 million copies (including the more recent electronic versions), and has spawned several other games which use the copyrighted "Phase 10" brand name. This is part 1 of 2 from a presentation Ken gave on February 25, 2014 at the Jackson Inventors Network in Jackson, Michigan. Ron Betzig was so impressed after watching several minutes of Ken's presentation that he began recording it with his cell phone. This recording is posted with Ken's permission for the benefit of his students at Jackson College. Ken has a wealth of experience in product development, marketing, licensing, and mentoring; his advice can benefit anyone interested in launching a new product or service.
Ken Johnson (2 of 2), Phase 10 game inventor Ron Betzigs YouTube Channel 2014-04-19 | Ken Johnson started developing games as a teenager, and when he was about 20 years old he had the moxie to take his "Phase 10" game to a purchasing agent at K-Mart. More than 30 years later, the game has sold over 50 million copies (including the more recent electronic versions), and has spawned several other games which use the copyrighted "Phase 10" brand name. This is part 2 of 2 from a presentation Ken gave on February 25, 2014 at the Jackson Inventors Network in Jackson, Michigan. Ron Betzig was so impressed after watching several minutes of Ken's presentation that he began recording it with his cell phone. This recording is posted with Ken's permission for the benefit of his students at Jackson College. Ken has a wealth of experience in product development, marketing, licensing, and mentoring; his advice can benefit anyone interested in launching a new product or service.
Roger Cunningham & FASTSIGNS Ron Betzigs YouTube Channel 2014-01-28 | Roger Cunningham discusses the factors leading to success in his Michigan-based FASTSIGNS franchises. Topics covered include cause-related marketing, operational strategies, and methods for hiring people who "fit" well with the business. Recorded in March 2013 by Ron Betzig, Director of Jackson College's Entrepreneurship Program.
