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Season 3 Premiere: Eugene Seals Jr. – Leadership, Partnership & The Power of the Chamber

Season 3 of the Entrepreneur Like Me Podcast kicks off with a heavy hitter. Courtney sits down with Eugene Seals Jr., President & CEO of the Saginaw County Chamber of Commerce, for a powerful conversation about leadership, connection, and community impact.

In this episode, Eugene shares his vision and strategic plan for the Chamber, why networking and partnerships are essential to a thriving business ecosystem, and how the Chamber is redefining what it means to show up for businesses across the region.

We also dive into the Chamber’s bold message “The Experience is the Difference” and what that means for entrepreneurs, employers, and community leaders looking to grow with intention.

If you care about economic growth, collaboration, and building something bigger than yourself, this conversation sets the tone for all of Season 3.

Sponsored by the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) – Make it in Michigan with the support of a robust partner network designed to help entrepreneurs succeed. Learn more at michiganbusiness.org.

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Season 2, Episode 13: Michael Wooley – Building Bridges Through Immigration Law

In this episode of Entrepreneur Like Me, Courtney talks with Michael Wooley, Immigration Attorney at Varnum LLP, about how immigration law connects global talent, business growth, and community.

With over 30 years of experience, Michael helps companies across healthcare, education, and manufacturing navigate visa sponsorship and workforce challenges. He also shares how his Peace Corps service in Ecuador shaped his perspective and commitment to bridging opportunity through law.

Tune in for practical insights on hiring global talent, supporting families through immigration, and the power of service-driven leadership.

Sponsored by the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) – Make it in Michigan with the support of a robust partner network designed to help entrepreneurs succeed. Learn more at michiganbusiness.org.

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Season 2, Episode 12: Protecting Your Ideas with Kristen Pursley, President of Dobrusin Law

In this episode, we sit down with Kristen Pursley, President of Dobrusin IP Law, a women-owned intellectual property boutique firm based in Pontiac, Michigan. Kristen specializes in helping innovators, founders, and growing companies protect what they create — from patents and trademarks to copyright strategy and tech transfer guidance.

We talk about:

• Why every business — no matter the size — should think about intellectual property early
• The key differences between patents, trademarks, and copyrights (in plain language)
• Common mistakes entrepreneurs make when DIY-ing IP (and how to avoid them)
• How strong IP strategy can make you more attractive to angel and venture investors
• Practical, budget-friendly steps founders can take right now to start protecting their work

Whether you're launching your first product, scaling a startup, or preparing to pitch investors — this conversation will help you think smarter about protecting your value and your vision.

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Sponsored by the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) – Make it in Michigan with the support of a robust partner network designed to help entrepreneurs succeed. Learn more at michiganbusiness.org.

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