Who will lead the State of Michigan in the right direction?

Well, not is all doom and gloom here in Michigan.  The Red Wings are playing a game 7 for the Stanley Cup on Friday. And of course we have some successful and growing companies (ForeSee Results to name one) here in Michigan.

Yet, there are many challenges, starting with 2 of the "Big Three" dealing with bankruptcy.  And the ripple effect as a result of those challenges.  And the challenges the State is facing are far and wide.

I was fortunate enough this morning to get invited to a breakfast in Ann Arbor with Rick Snyder and about 80 other people.  Rick is exploring a run for the Governor of Michigan.  Now, I have always refrained from talking politics on this blog, but this is more about the future of Michigan then about politics.  And it has a "customer" angle as well.

Rick is a very impressive guy who has had great success in his career and is not a career politician.  His experience is impressive and in many ways seems to be a great fit for turning the State of Michigan back into a thriving State.  That is not going to be accomplished with the typical 30 second sound bite about taxes, but with a vision, a plan and action.  That is what Rick is bringing to the table along with great track record of success.

Rick also talked about the need for a customer centric government.  And I couldn't agree with that more.   Business will succeed if they satisfy their customers and have fiscal responsibility.  This applies to State Governments as well.  The State needs to meet the needs of its citizens and show fiscal responsibility.  Michigan needs a customer centric leader!! 

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