INTERVIEWS:

Thursday, February 18, 2010

Kevan Lawlor, Pres./CEO, NSF International – Headquartered in Ann Arbor, MI, NSF International is an independent, third-party authority on public health and safety with 65 years of experience.  Last year the company had $155 million in revenue, a 9% increase from the previous year.  Kevan Lawlor explains what’s behind his company’s success and worldwide presence.

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Todd Roberts, Superintendent, Ann Arbor Public Schools – How much could Ann Arbor Public Schools save by privatizing some of its services?  Todd Roberts discusses a plan to privatize bus drivers and custodians, and comments on Business Leaders for Michigan’s proposal to consolidate some school services.

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Wednesday, February 17, 2010

Scot Graden, Superintendent of Saline Schools – A proposal to mandate school districts to consolidate their business operations (Human Resources, IT, Transportation, etc.) is being floated by Business Leaders for Michigan.  Scot Graden says districts are trying to wring out every efficiency possible, and that true reforms are needed at the State level.

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Doug Rothwell, President/CEO, Business Leaders for Michigan – Business Leaders for Michigan is proposing  consolidation of some services provided by school districts, with each district only handling its own  academics and athletics.  Doug Rothwell explains what’s behind the idea, and how his group thinks it could help schools save money.  Visit www.michiganturnaroundplan.com for more info on the comprehensive plan Business Leaders for Michigan is touting to bring Michigan back from the brink.