RedCircle VERIFY_TOKEN_0f92d68f-d81c-4144-9455-bd3e7d53c2a5 -- Rendered At Wed, 12 Aug 2026 17:58:17 +0000 A Key to the Inside https://redcircle.com/shows/khouryjohnsonleavitt en-US All rights reserved. Khoury Johnson Leavitt LLC By interviewing leaders from all branches of government, our podcast will provide insight and an up-close perspective into state and national government 0f92d68f-d81c-4144-9455-bd3e7d53c2a5 By interviewing leaders from all branches of government, our podcast will provide insight and an up-close perspective into state and national government

]]> episodic no Khoury Johnson Leavitt LLC nicole@kjlteam.com false full Election Update with John Sellek & Adrian Hemond - Episode 9 Election Update with John Sellek & Adrian Hemond - Episode 9 Khoury Johnson Leavitt LLC As we head into primary season, Adrian Hemond and John Sellek join us for an election update! We talk about the macro-political environment in Michigan, nominees, ballot initiatives, and much more.


About our guests:

Adrian Hemond: is a seasoned political professional with a broad range of experience and expertise. A former political science instructor at Saginaw Valley State University, Hemond served as a lobbyist from 2007 to 2012, specializing in appropriations, local government, regulatory affairs, and procurement. Prior to lobbying, Hemond was lead staff to the Michigan House Appropriations Committee under then Chairman Rep. George Cushingberry, Jr. (D-Detroit), as well as staff to State Rep. Marsha Cheeks (D-Detroit). He is also a former account executive with Energy Systems Group (ESG), an energy performance contractor. Most recently, Hemond was Chief of Staff to the Michigan House Democratic Leader. Hemond holds a B.A. and an M.A. from Michigan State University, both in political science. In his spare time he is an avid traveler and reader of history, as well as a middling basketball player. Born in Detroit, he resides in Mason with his wife.

John Sellek: is CEO of Harbor Strategic, a public affairs and PR firm with offices in Lansing and S.E. Michigan. Using experiences gained from working for two Michigan speakers of the House, a governor’s policy shop, two state attorneys general and several presidential and gubernatorial campaigns, John helps his corporate, non-profit and political clients navigate the intersection of policy, politics and the media. You can find him at harborstrategic.com.

]]> <p><span>As we head into primary season, Adrian Hemond and John Sellek join us for an election update! We talk about the macro-political environment in Michigan, nominees, ballot initiatives, and much more. </span></p><p><br></p><p><span>About our guests: </span></p><p><span>Adrian Hemond: is a seasoned political professional with a broad range of experience and expertise. A former political science instructor at Saginaw Valley State University, Hemond served as a lobbyist from 2007 to 2012, specializing in appropriations, local government, regulatory affairs, and procurement. Prior to lobbying, Hemond was lead staff to the Michigan House Appropriations Committee under then Chairman Rep. George Cushingberry, Jr. (D-Detroit), as well as staff to State Rep. Marsha Cheeks (D-Detroit). He is also a former account executive with Energy Systems Group (ESG), an energy performance contractor. Most recently, Hemond was Chief of Staff to the Michigan House Democratic Leader. Hemond holds a B.A. and an M.A. from Michigan State University, both in political science. In his spare time he is an avid traveler and reader of history, as well as a middling basketball player. Born in Detroit, he resides in Mason with his wife.</span></p><p><span>John Sellek: is CEO of Harbor Strategic, a public affairs and PR firm with offices in Lansing and S.E. Michigan. Using experiences gained from working for two Michigan speakers of the House, a governor’s policy shop, two state attorneys general and several presidential and gubernatorial campaigns, John helps his corporate, non-profit and political clients navigate the intersection of policy, politics and the media. You can find him at harborstrategic.com.</span></p> 439b7e40-2a6c-45a8-8def-e6a577b32f8d https://redcircle.com/shows/0f92d68f-d81c-4144-9455-bd3e7d53c2a5/episodes/124bae77-a540-48ea-9ded-548fb3f78f54 Fri, 20 May 2022 16:26:00 +0000 2986 false full A Conversation with State Budget Director Harkins - Episode 8 A Conversation with State Budget Director Harkins - Episode 8 Khoury Johnson Leavitt LLC Get to know Michigan’s new budget director, Chris Harkins, and see how he’s transitioning into this new role. Hear about what the SBO is doing to address one-time vs. long-term budget recommendations, pre-COVID structural issues, sustainability for road funding, and concerns after budget negotiations wrap up. Director Harkins will also discuss providing mental health support, attracting new mental health providers, and Michigan’s new Infrastructure Office.

]]> <p><span>Get to know Michigan’s new budget director, Chris Harkins, and see how he’s transitioning into this new role. Hear about what the SBO is doing to address one-time vs. long-term budget recommendations, pre-COVID structural issues, sustainability for road funding, and concerns after budget negotiations wrap up. Director Harkins will also discuss providing mental health support, attracting new mental health providers, and Michigan’s new Infrastructure Office.</span></p> a69086cf-2eb2-42fa-82d9-0f60c4cdb46a https://redcircle.com/shows/0f92d68f-d81c-4144-9455-bd3e7d53c2a5/episodes/e2146d0c-79e4-4d0b-a786-cb4c5606ade1 Mon, 28 Feb 2022 20:35:00 +0000 1786 false full Looking Ahead to 2022 with Senator Ananich Looking Ahead to 2022 with Senator Ananich Khoury Johnson Leavitt LLC KJL Partner Andy Leavitt sits down to talk with Senate Minority Leader Jim Ananich. Join them for a conversation on 2022: upcoming races, new district maps, budget, and policy affecting Michigan families.

]]> <p><span>KJL Partner Andy Leavitt sits down to talk with Senate Minority Leader Jim Ananich. Join them for a conversation on 2022: upcoming races, new district maps, budget, and policy affecting Michigan families. </span></p> 57a6d1b2-b72a-4add-8259-864949e6ad51 https://redcircle.com/shows/0f92d68f-d81c-4144-9455-bd3e7d53c2a5/episodes/6cec21d8-f615-4d0d-962a-f16fa3934fe9 Mon, 24 Jan 2022 21:04:32 +0000 1898 false full ARPA Funds with Sen. Stamas & Sen. Hertel ARPA Funds with Sen. Stamas & Sen. Hertel Khoury Johnson Leavitt LLC Michigan Senate Appropriations Committee Chair, Senator Stamas, and Minority Vice Chair, Senator Hertel, break down ARPA Funds, 2022 budget items, and more on A Key to the Inside.

]]> <p>Michigan Senate Appropriations Committee Chair, Senator Stamas, and Minority Vice Chair, Senator Hertel, break down ARPA Funds, 2022 budget items, and more on A Key to the Inside.</p> 728ebb27-731e-46d2-a008-ada15e861fca https://redcircle.com/shows/0f92d68f-d81c-4144-9455-bd3e7d53c2a5/episodes/08276809-3501-4973-8730-314ee8257b4d Thu, 13 Jan 2022 19:10:00 +0000 1339 false full Jim Holcomb & John Walsh - Episode 4 Jim Holcomb & John Walsh - Episode 4 Khoury Johnson Leavitt LLC KJL is please to provide you with our latest Podcast featuring Jim Holcomb, Senior Executive Vice President and General Counsel for the Michigan Chamber and John Walsh, President and CEO of the Michigan Manufacturers Association. Two leading organizations representing Michigan’s business community.

KJL Partners Stephanie Johnson and Ron Khoury speak with Jim and John about Michigan’s post COVID economic recovery, challenges to the current job market and issues effecting state government.

]]> <p>KJL is please to provide you with our latest Podcast featuring Jim Holcomb, Senior Executive Vice President and General Counsel for the Michigan Chamber and John Walsh, President and CEO of the Michigan Manufacturers Association. Two leading organizations representing Michigan’s business community. </p><p>KJL Partners Stephanie Johnson and Ron Khoury speak with Jim and John about Michigan’s post COVID economic recovery, challenges to the current job market and issues effecting state government.</p> 00642ce8-83ac-4a43-829b-b80c4baa130f https://redcircle.com/shows/0f92d68f-d81c-4144-9455-bd3e7d53c2a5/episodes/9ddb8fbe-f6aa-4f61-9c26-f05e1ae1a4cd Wed, 23 Jun 2021 19:52:39 +0000 1998 false full Congressman Moolenaar - Episode 3 Congressman Moolenaar - Episode 3 Khoury Johnson Leavitt LLC Congressman John Moolenaar, Representing Michigan’s 4th District. After serving in the both the Michigan House of Representatives and Senate, he began his tenure in the U.S. Representatives in 2015.

]]> <p>Congressman John Moolenaar, Representing Michigan’s 4th District. After serving in the both the Michigan House of Representatives and Senate, he began his tenure in the U.S. Representatives in 2015.</p> 3bafa7fb-8235-446a-ab37-f8e42e8e6375 https://redcircle.com/shows/0f92d68f-d81c-4144-9455-bd3e7d53c2a5/episodes/f94dc19b-6693-4c9a-afc4-a983f1ee3dc1 Thu, 06 May 2021 22:04:24 +0000 1341 false full State Budget Director Massaron - Episode 2 State Budget Director Massaron - Episode 2 Khoury Johnson Leavitt LLC State Budget Director Dave Massaron updates KJL on the state budget and recently passes federal funding.

]]> <p>State Budget Director Dave Massaron updates KJL on the state budget and recently passes federal funding.</p> c2bc4ede-4b64-46a6-95b1-3b4c657f29df https://redcircle.com/shows/0f92d68f-d81c-4144-9455-bd3e7d53c2a5/episodes/489ed1e0-4ef7-4d45-ab13-e0b874efde65 Tue, 04 May 2021 16:41:39 +0000 1653 false full DHHS Director Hertel - Episode 1 DHHS Director Hertel - Episode 1 Khoury Johnson Leavitt LLC Our first guest is newly appointed DHHS Director Elizabeth Hertel, discussing the priorities of the department, vaccine plans and budget priorities.

]]> <p>Our first guest is newly appointed DHHS Director Elizabeth Hertel, discussing the priorities of the department, vaccine plans and budget priorities.</p> 959c3740-da73-4636-af40-0bb16adb97df https://redcircle.com/shows/0f92d68f-d81c-4144-9455-bd3e7d53c2a5/episodes/cdeb5802-46c1-4193-9862-06d9ed2ea330 Tue, 04 May 2021 16:28:31 +0000 1324 false