Specials @ 7 – Destination 313

“Destination 313” is dedicated to showcasing Detroit‘s jewels and improving the region through thoughtful conversations with those committed to seeing Detroit‘s revitalization. The show features business leaders, community advocates and everyday citizens who are enthusiastic and passionate for taking the lead in our city’s transformation.

Join Paul W. Smith, Quicken Loans Vice President Stephen Luigi Piazza, and special guests as they discuss Detroit and all of the work taking place to redefine our city. From local business owners, community advocates and city residents to experts in urban revitalization, we will discuss the events shaping the exciting transformation of the Motor City.

About Paul W. Smith:

Paul W. Smith is the host of WJR‘s “Paul W. Smith Show,” heard every weekday morning on WJR. Whether he is interviewing the head of a major local company, the governor, or a Hollywood celebrity, Paul W. Smith has a warm and conversational style that keeps listeners tuned in. Paul W. Smith brings a wealth of broadcast experience, knowledge, and credibility to “Destination 313“. He’ll make sure your visit to the show will be a memorable and engaging one.

About Stephen Luigi Piazza:

Stephen Luigi Piazza brings 35 years of lending experience to Quicken Loans‘Mortgage Insiders team – a group of seasoned mortgage bankers who provide discounts on mortgages and personalized service to the company’s business-to-business partners.

In his nearly 20 years with Quicken Loans, he has been instrumental in many key projects, including leading the company’s presenting sponsorship with the Detroit Pistons, a first-of-its-kind initiative at the time. He has also hosted a nationally-syndicated real estate-focused radio program and is currently the co-host of “Destination 313,” a radio program focusing on the revitalization of Detroit.

Prior to joining Quicken Loans, Stephen Luigi held leadership positions at many Metro Detroit banks and credit unions.

“Destination 313” – Full Show – November 30, 2012

(November 30) – News/Talk 760 WJR’s Paul W. Smith and Quicken Loans Vice President Stephen Luigi Piazza speak with guests who are working to redefine the city of Detroit.

Victor You, President & CEO of Rock Connections, shares more about his company. Bob Bury, CEO & Executive Director for the Detroit Historical Society, gives some more insight into the Detroit Historical Society. Rick Sperling, CEO & Founder of Mosaic Youth Theatre and Weslia Echols and Mosaic Booster President, talks about the Mosiac Youth Theatre. The show concludes with, Michael Sharber, Co-Founder and CEO of GreenLancer Energy Inc., Patrick McCabe, Co-Founder of GreenLancer Energy Inc., and CTO and Douglas Eblinger, Energy Policy Analysis for GreenLancer Energy Inc., talk about clean energy.

(November 30) – Victor You, President & CEO of Rock Connections, speaks to Paul W. and Stephen about his company. Rock Connections is a team of highly skilled professionals who guide clients with calculated strategies aimed at maximizing leads and achieving the best conversion rates possible. Rock Connections uses advance technology and analytics that give them a marketing advantage over other competitors.
 

(November 30) – Bob Bury, CEO & Executive Director for the Detroit Historical Society, gives Paul W. and Stephen some more insight into the Detroit Historical Society. The Detroit Historical Museum just reopened on November 23 after $12 million dollars and six months’ worth of renovations. Renovations were part of Past>Forward campaign which was a fundraising effort to raise $20.1 million dollars towards new and expanded exhibits, technology upgrades, educational offerings and enhancements to the museum.
 

“Destination 313” – Rick Sperling

(November 30) – Rick Sperling, CEO & Founder of Mosaic Youth Theatre and Weslia Echols and Mosaic Booster President, speaks to Paul W. and Stephen about the Mosiac Youth Theatre. They provide young people with life skills that will enhance their academic success. Mosiac is nationally and internationally recognized in youth artistic excellence and is now entering its 21st season of programming. The theatre works with over 350 young artists each year from ages 12 to 18., with 95% of Mosaic‘s young artists graduating high school and going on to college.
 

“Destination 313” – Michael Sharber, Patrick McCabe and Douglas Eblinger

(November 30) – Michael Sharber, Co-Founder and CEO of GreenLancer Energy Inc, Patrick McCabe, Co-Founder of GreenLancer Energy Inc and CTO and Douglas Eblinger, Energy Policy Analysis for GreenLancer Energy Inc., speaks with Paul W. Smith and Stephen about clean energy and how they have established such a successful business. GreenLancer Energy provides clean tech engineering; solar panels, wind stems and anything that has to do with the movement.
 

(November 30) – This has been fun as always and wraps up another great episode. Our city is coming to life, and today you met just a few of the thousands who are dedicated to its revival .Quicken Loans plans on playing a leading role in transforming Detroit. We are all about embracing new challenges and opportunities. Its about leading the way. And that is what we are doing in Detroit. We are very excited about all that we can accomplish with Destination 313 and hope that you will tune in for our next show on December 21 at 7 p.m. We also want to hear from you! This week, we want to know “Why do you love Detroit”? Tell us the opportunities you have here by tweeting us using the hastag #OpportunityDetroit or sharing the great things in our city on our Facebook page facebook.com/destination313. We recently kicked off a new online campaign on Twitter and Facebook. We want to know what makes YOU a D’VangelistIf you’re on Twitter use the hashtag #DVangelist when sharing your picture, and put some photos or video up on our Facebook wall at facebook.com/destination313