Friday, Oct. 29, 2010
Ohio’s “Green Cemetery”

In Stark County, Foxfield Preserve provides an economical, environmentally friendly alternative to modern burial. Find out more about this unique process and listen to discussion on the topic with host Jim Evans and panelists.

Friday, Oct. 22, 2010
Recipe for Success

This episode of NEOtropolis spotlights Sandridge Food Corporation, a refrigerated foods manufacturer in Medina, Ohio. The family-owned company has enjoyed 50 years of growth and success. Our guest panelists join host Jim Evans in a macro discussion of the fresh food production process.

Friday, Oct. 15, 2010
Digital Marketing Strategies

Veteran marketer Howard Zoss talks about his Independence-based company, Zig Marketing, and its focus on digital marketing solutions. Jim Evans and panelists continue the discussion.

Friday, Oct. 8, 2010
Catching Rays

The father-and-son team of Bernie Sater and Neil Sater lead GreenField Solar Corp., a Cleveland-area technology company that has a totally different approach to solar energy. Find out more about the company and learn more about the future of solar energy with host Jim Evans.

Friday, Oct. 1, 2010
The Power of Waste

Find out how Quasar Energy Group, based in Cleveland, is recycling energy in North America from organic wastes. Then join host Jim Evans and panelists as they discuss emerging energy production processes.

Friday, Sept. 24, 2010
Fashion and Comfort in Medical Clothing

Deb Stanzak, founder and president of RonWear Port-able Clothing, opened the business to fill a need for warm, comfortable and attractive clothing for those who are receiving medical treatments. Host Jim Evans and panelists talk about the concept from a macroeconomic viewpoint.

Friday, Sept. 17, 2010
Fabulous Ideas Take Shape in Fab Lab

Lorain Community College’s Fab Lab is a great place to try out ideas for new products and ideas. Host Jim Evans and guest panelists talk more about how the lab can help area entrepreneurs.

Friday, Sept. 10, 2010
First-Class Flying

One of the best ways to travel in and out of Northeast Ohio is via the Akron-Canton Airport. In this episode of NEOtropolis, we discuss the airport’s significant growth.

Friday, Sept. 3, 2010
The Business of Sports

The GaREAT Sports Complex in Ashtabula County is an impressive example of achieving a vision based on a solid business plan. Owner Ron Clutter describes how the complex is growing at an accelerated pace. Trina Cutter, Western Reserve Public Media president and CEO, then welcomes panelists from a macro-economic perspective.

Friday, Aug. 27, 2010
Innovations in Medical Planning

A look at new options in health care planning.

Friday, Aug. 20, 2010
Farm Country in the City

Just blocks from downtown Cleveland is Ohio City Farm, which was established in July. At 4-1/2 acres, it is one of the largest urban farms in the country.

Friday, Aug. 13, 2010
New Media in Northeast Ohio

Andrea Wood, publisher of The Business Journal, describes how the publication has transformed from a traditional print-media organization to one that provides content via a website, video on demand, social marketing and more. Host Jim Evans leads a panel discussion about new media.

Friday, Aug. 6, 2010
Fashion Forward

Former retail fashion merchant Susan Smith now directs her expertise toward helping designers interact with retail stores via the Internet. Beacon Journal reporter Steve Hoffman and panelists discuss social marketing strategies.

Friday, July 30, 2010
Forging New Frontiers

Business incubators throughout the region offer invaluable support to new companies. NEOtropolis visits the Youngstown Business Incubator and visits with its CEO and chief evangelist, Jim Cossler, and some of its technology-based portfolio companies.

Friday, July 23, 2010
Accountable Care

Health care as we know it is changing, and it’s evolving right here in our region.

Friday, July 16, 2010
Alternative Energy Source Is a Breeze

Find out what an auto salvage yard and a wind turbine have in common when the show visits Pearl Road Auto Parts in Cleveland. Following the video feature, Akron Beacon Journal columnist Steve Hoffman and panelists discuss alternative energy.

Friday, July 9, 2010
Kick-Start Minority Businesses

NEOtropolis looks at support aimed to help minority-owned businesses.

Friday, July 2, 2010
The Effect of Health Care Reform on Small Businesses

This episode of NEOtropolis discusses how health care reform will impact workplace compliance requirements.

Friday, June 25, 2010
In Vogue: Fashion Designers in Northeast Ohio

Instead of looking at what businesses are fashionable, NEOtropolis examines the fashion business.

Friday, June 18, 2010
Momentum on Main Street

NEOtropolis host Thomas Mulready and community leaders discuss challenges and initiatives in sustaining downtown areas.

Friday, June 11, 2010
Industry Clusters Hold Promise

The economic development group NorTech has identified two industry clusters as having the most potential for Northeast Ohio: flexible electronics and advanced energy. We learn more about these two clusters and why they may become a big part of our economic future.

Friday, June 4, 2010
Local Libraries More Important Than Ever

In this episode of NEOtropolis, we explore why our libraries are so strong and how they contribute to our economic landscape.

Friday, May 28, 2010
Marketing Northeast Ohio’s Travel and Tourism

We take a look at travel and tourism marketing efforts aimed to make NEOtropolis a prime destination for business events.

Friday, May 21, 2010
Merging Management With Design

Good design is imbedded into every aspect of good business. Host Thomas Mulready and panelists discuss the importance of design and creativity in business.

Friday, May 14, 2010
Moving to Market: Receiving Valuable Start-Up Help

You’ve got a great new product or innovation, but how do you go about marketing it?

Friday, May 7, 2010
A Great Future in Plastics — and Medical Devices

Northeast Ohio’s natural advantage in polymers is giving it a leading edge in the production of medical devices.

Friday, April 30, 2010
Northeast Ohio: One Big College Town

Our region reaps the benefits of an abundance of quality colleges and universities. This episode's video segments and panel discussion cover the impact these institutions have on Northeast Ohio.

Friday, April 23, 2010
Taking Biomedical Research to the Next Level

Businesses, hospitals, universities and philanthropic organizations in Northeast Ohio are collaborating to advance the business of biomedical research.

Friday, April 16, 2010
Exclusive Interview With Robert F. Kennedy Jr.

NEOtropolis presents an exclusive interview with environmental advocate Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who speaks about renewable energy and mountaintop-removal mining.

Friday, April 9, 2010
Positive Changes at Lordstown

The future of the Chevy Cruze is in the hands of General Motors’ Lordstown plant. Find out how employees and management are working together to ensure that production is successful. Filling in for Thomas Mulready as host this week is Marcy Pappafava of WAKR/WONE/WQMX radio stations.

Friday, April 2, 2010
Auto Industry Upturn

A strong car industry means big business for Northeast Ohio, and green automotive technology is playing a bigger role.

Friday, March 26, 2010
Immigrant Entrepreneurs

Find out why immigrant entrepreneurs are important to Northeast Ohio’s economic success.

Friday, March 19, 2010
Big-City Education

Large cities’ education systems are under pressure. Host Thomas Mulready welcomes panelists for a discussion about the economic importance of this issue for Northeast Ohio’s big cities.

Friday, March 12, 2010
Urban Redevelopment in Northeast Ohio

Panelists join host Thomas Mulready in discussing the urban redevelopment concepts of new urbanism and shrinking cities.

Friday, 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.

Friday, Feb. 26, 2010
Food Accommodations

Local business executives talk about how they deal with food allergy and food access issues.

Friday, Feb. 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.

Friday, Feb. 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.

Friday, Feb. 5, 2010
Staying Afloat

Lake Erie boating and recreation are big business in Northeast Ohio. Thomas Mulready and guest panelists discuss the present and future status of the region’s boating industry.

Friday, Jan. 29, 2010
Reflection During Economic Uncertainty

Panel discussion and news segments focus on the economic outlook for 2010. Also, financial planning expert Kevin Myeroff helpful offers tax tips.

Friday, Jan. 22, 2010
The Business of Brides

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.

Friday, Jan. 15, 2010
What Makes a Great Workplace?

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.

Friday, Jan. 8, 2010
News at Your Fingertips

Panelists from Crain’s Cleveland Business, WAKR and the consulting trade discuss how traditional media as we know it is changing due to new technology and the economy.

Friday, Jan. 1, 2010
Sustainability (Special Edition)

Panelists discuss sustainable green technology, including wind turbines, in our region.

Friday, Dec. 18, 2009
Great Lakes

Discussion focuses on the importance of Lake Erie to our region. James White, executive director of the Cuyahoga River Remedial Action Plan, offers information on the Great Lakes Compact.

Friday, Dec. 11, 2009
Making Cities More Appealing

Business representatives throughout the region discuss what regionalism means to them. NEOtropolis visits Akron Children’s Hospital, which continues to expand its facilities in northeast Ohio.

Friday, Dec. 4, 2009
Regionalism

NEOtropolis discusses the regionalism movement in northeast Ohio. The show also visits University School in Hunting Valley, where the school’s Entrepreneur Institute helps students build their own businesses.

Friday, Nov. 27, 2009
Black Friday (Special Edition)

In a special Black Friday edition, NEOtropolis visits retailers from the region who offer their expectations for this year’s sales in light of the tough economy.

Friday, Nov. 20, 2009
Wind Turbines

Find out about the region’s wind turbine industry. Visit BizVeo, a Youngstown Business Incubator company, which offers online video training.

Friday, Nov. 13, 2009
Third Frontier

Visit Body Phyx International, an incubator company specializing in automated physical therapy equipment.

Friday, Nov. 6, 2009
NEOtropolis Premiere

Western Reserve Public Media’s new series discusses northeast Ohio’s business and economy issues.