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Curtis Burdette shared thisAs I wrap up the year, I’m proud to share one of the personal goals I stayed consistent with: my DuoLingo language learning journey. This year I committed to making daily progress, even on the busy days — and it paid off. I strengthened my habits, expanded my vocabulary, and kept pushing toward long-term learning goals one lesson at a time. Not every accomplishment has to be huge to matter. Sometimes it’s the small, steady wins that make the biggest difference over time. Here’s to learning, discipline, and carrying this momentum into next year. 💪✨ #LanguageLearning #Duolingo #Consistency #EndOfYearReflection #PersonalGrowth
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Curtis Burdette shared thisAmazing opportunity for a downtown Redevelopment in City of Hart!Curtis Burdette shared thisRFQ open: Redevelopment opportunity in downtown Hart! https://lnkd.in/g6P4BHde
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Curtis Burdette shared thisA great opportunity to join our team!Curtis Burdette shared thisAre you energized by creating digital content that connects people, strengthens communities, and drives meaningful engagement? Do you enjoy collaborating with a mission-driven team to amplify impact through smart strategy, compelling visuals, and innovative technology? If so, we want YOU to be our next Digital Marketing & Communications Coordinator! This role supports RPI’s marketing and communications team by executing digital marketing initiatives and providing team support that advances the organization’s mission and visibility. Learn more about this role and apply today at
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Curtis Burdette liked thisCurtis Burdette liked thisOne thing I really enjoy and appreciate about the Creating Entrepreneurial Communities Conference (I've attended a couple times) is that it is intentionally hosted in smaller communities, giving them a great time to shine! And this year - in Newaygo County - I'm excited to be co-presenting with my SMEUSA colleague Jess Solis on Thursday afternoon: "Building the Builders: Supporting Emerging Real Estate Entrepreneurs" Emerging real estate developers are essential to achieving community development goals, but they face unique challenges navigating their early projects. This session explores critical considerations new developers must address...from financing and feasibility to local regulations. Furthermore, we'll discuss how communities can create supportive ecosystems that align entrepreneurial success with local vision. Learn practical strategies to build developer capacity, reduce barriers, and foster partnerships that transform community development plans into reality. Date & Time - Thursday, May 28th from 4:30 to 5:30pm Venue - 'The Stream' - (1 State Road, Newaygo - right smack in the heart of downtown!) Here's the full scoop and registration link: https://lnkd.in/gbY9HAqH #buildandrevitalize #brownfields #communitydevelopment #entrepreneurship #westmichigan
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Curtis Burdette liked thisCongrats to Barry County, and to our other regional partners, who are working more collaboratively to address challenges faced by all local businesses. We all make more progress working together!Curtis Burdette liked thisBringing up conversations around workforce challenges amongst businesses allows for best practice sharing and overcoming these challenges in a collaborative effort. During our Barry County CEO Roundtable, Jennifer Heinzman, MSA, IOM, President & CEO of BCCEDA, shared an impactful quote that accurately depicts the importance of working together to conquer challenges. Read the full white paper here: https://lnkd.in/emC7uJdn
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Curtis Burdette liked thisCurtis Burdette liked thisYesterday, Cornerstone Alliance was honored to host Michigan Lieutenant Governor Garlin Gilchrist II for a roundtable discussion focused on the future of Berrien County and Southwest Michigan. The conversation highlighted the collaboration, investment, and momentum happening across our region and provided an opportunity to share more about the work and projects shaping our communities and local economy. Thank you to Lieutenant Governor Gilchrist for taking the time to visit, and to our partners at Whirlpool Corporation and Corewell Health Southwest Michigan for joining the conversation.
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Curtis Burdette liked thisCurtis Burdette liked thisGreat job opportunity on my finance and accounting team at Invest Detroit for a new(er) CPA who wants a change from public accounting. You will grow, you will be challenged, and you will make a difference. Come join me!
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Curtis Burdette liked thisCurtis Burdette liked thisI had a great time last week learning about all the growth happening at Abre Farms, Inc. - Oregon Potato Company in Oceana County. They are making significant strides in upgrading their production facility to better serve growers and shorten their production timeline. Cory Latsch Curtis Burdette Doug Landman
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Curtis Burdette liked thisCurtis Burdette liked thisLast week I was at Crystal Mountain for an event—somehow I’ve been there plenty of times, but never really explored beyond the conference agenda. A few years ago, Jodi Nichols mentioned there was a great trail/park on the property called the Legacy Art Park… and like a lot of good suggestions, I kept thinking, “next time.” Well—this time I finally did. I wasn’t really prepared for what turned into a 37-flights-of-stairs kind of hike (in retrospect... it IS a mountain, so I should have known!), but wow—it was worth every step! Quiet trails, various art installations tucked into the woods, and incredible views! It was a good reminder that being intentional isn’t just about work. It’s about making space to get outside, move your body, and actually notice where you are. Michigan really shows off if you let it. So happy I live here.
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Curtis Burdette liked thisCurtis Burdette liked thisDeveloper Day ✅ Yesterday we had the pleasure of showcasing industrial and residential development opportunities around Muskegon County to developers and builders from across the region. It was a great day of educating, networking and showcasing all the exciting things happening in our community! A huge thank you to our Presenting Sponsor, Erhardt Construction for helping make this event possible! And thank you to our Hard Hat Sponsor, Lakewood Construction for their support! Thank you to our municipal and development partners for your leadership and insight into the projects we got to tour. The future is bright for all of Muskegon County and we are excited to continue building great things together.
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Curtis Burdette liked thisCurtis Burdette liked thisAs we navigate another University President transition I'm thankful for the consistent good work that happens daily on campus and through the work of MSU Extension across the state. A pre-meeting stroll across campus is a reminder of the long term stability we have enjoyed since 1855.
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Curtis Burdette liked thisCurtis Burdette liked thisI've recently hit my 6 month milestone at ITC & one of the reasons I enjoy working here is the chance to do meaningful work alongside people who care about the grid, their communities and each other. Our impact is real, the work matters and... guess what?! There’s room to grow at every stage of your career! If you are looking for your next move, ITC is worth a look: https://ow.ly/MOn130sW2Cw
Experience & Education
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Oceana County Economic Alliance
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Volunteer Experience
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Board of Directors
GRAPE - Grand Rapids Area Professionals for Excellence
- 1 year
Education
As a consultant, I designed the transition of the organization to non-profit operations. At the founding meeting of the Board that I facilitated, my role as a consultant ended and the Board honored me with their selection as a founding Board member.
During my time on the Board of Directors, I've been involved with many aspects of how GRAPE operates including fund development, financial reporting, and board development. -
Board of Directors
Historic Ironwood Theatre
- 1 year
Arts and Culture
At the Historic Ironwood Theatre, a non-profit community center for the performing arts that offers brings both local and international talent to the stage, I served on the Board of Directors and volunteered extensively. The Board worked to develop an action plan and establish long-term goals for the Theatre. My role focused on establishing in-house programming to better attract area talent, especially children, to become more active at the Theatre. I was also involved in programming and…
At the Historic Ironwood Theatre, a non-profit community center for the performing arts that offers brings both local and international talent to the stage, I served on the Board of Directors and volunteered extensively. The Board worked to develop an action plan and establish long-term goals for the Theatre. My role focused on establishing in-house programming to better attract area talent, especially children, to become more active at the Theatre. I was also involved in programming and marketing.
Additional work included:
• Developed and implemented a traditional and social media marketing effort, including press releases, programs, posters, social media announcements, emails, and Wikipedia pages.
• Directed H.I.T. Idol, a two-night American Idol-style show where American Idol finalist Matt Giraud performed.
• Elected and served as the founding chair of the In-House Productions Committee to establish shows with local talent.
• Initiated a major overall of official non-profit bylaws to reflect the Theatre’s mission and current practices.
• Served on the Board of Directors Executive Committee that oversees the day-to-day Theatre operations.
Publications
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6 Reasons You Should Be Collaborating With Your Competition
Grand Rapids Business Blog
See publication"6 Reasons You Should Be Collaborating with Your Competition" highlights the importance of how leaders within an organization can work with leaders in other organizations to achieve greater success.
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Frame Your First Dollar
Grand Rapids Business Blog
See publication"Frame Your First Dollar" relates the story of advising a client starting her own business to take the next step from dreaming about her business to more specific plans and getting started. It emphasizes how to proceed from dreams to reality.
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Extremes in Student Confidence Require Different Approaches
Writing Transitions
Opinion piece about teaching published for a newsletter distributed to writing instructors through mid-Michigan.
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You Too Can YouTube: Using Online Videos in Composition Classes
Writing Transitions
Article on using YouTube as an educational technology in the classroom published for a newsletter distributed to writing instructors through mid-Michigan.
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The Adventures of Nathaniel Traub Wile: Letters from the Klondike Gold Rush
Master's Thesis
See publicationResearch and analysis of handwritten letters from Nathaniel Traub Wile (my great-great grandfather) who left his Indiana farm in 1898 to travel to Alaska for the Klondike Gold Rush. The letter provides a detailed history and a vivid portrait of a family man with a keen sense of adventure.
Projects
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Starfish Conferences
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Starfish Conferences focus on helping individuals to discover, grow, and build. Our Series on Interpersonal Branding helps individuals work on their message and how to share it with others. These conference reveals the complexity and benefits of building enduring relationships while exchanging ideas, networking, and discovering.
Starfish Conferences is a series of local, self-organized events that bring people together to experience new ideas. Our facilitators lead workshops were each…Starfish Conferences focus on helping individuals to discover, grow, and build. Our Series on Interpersonal Branding helps individuals work on their message and how to share it with others. These conference reveals the complexity and benefits of building enduring relationships while exchanging ideas, networking, and discovering.
Starfish Conferences is a series of local, self-organized events that bring people together to experience new ideas. Our facilitators lead workshops were each participant will have an opportunity to express his or her ideas and discover ways to connect the material presented into practical solutions for each participant. in other words, the conference experience not only provides new ideas, but participants leave with take-home skills they can immediately apply for themselves and their organizations.Other creators -
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Network 2 NewWork
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NetWork 2 NewWork is a premiere orchestrated networking event that brings together community leaders, business colleagues, and individuals exploring career transition to meet new friends, learn new professional skills, and promote economic success in our community.
The Programming Committee plans, organizes, and operates NetWork 2 NewWork and the events are staffed entirely by volunteers. As of May 2013, more than 30 volunteers have logged more than 2,000 hours of work in the since the…NetWork 2 NewWork is a premiere orchestrated networking event that brings together community leaders, business colleagues, and individuals exploring career transition to meet new friends, learn new professional skills, and promote economic success in our community.
The Programming Committee plans, organizes, and operates NetWork 2 NewWork and the events are staffed entirely by volunteers. As of May 2013, more than 30 volunteers have logged more than 2,000 hours of work in the since the first NetWork 2 NewWork took place in July 2012.
Following the May 21, 2013 event, NetWork 2 NewWork has held six events serving 269 people and a total attendance of 416 people.Other creators -
Organizations
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Employment and Resource Network (EaRN)
Organizational Development Consultant
-Employment and Resource Network (EaRN) helps individuals sustain their careers, stay employment, and find work. As a consultant, I have: -- Recommended establishing 5 standing committees with specific objectives -- Recommended a list with more than 25 candidates to serve on the committees -- Recommended an action plan for 2013 identifying and prioritizing objectives and tasks -- Recommended a funding plan for 2013 to raise more than $90,000 in grants and donations -- Recommended a board…
Employment and Resource Network (EaRN) helps individuals sustain their careers, stay employment, and find work. As a consultant, I have: -- Recommended establishing 5 standing committees with specific objectives -- Recommended a list with more than 25 candidates to serve on the committees -- Recommended an action plan for 2013 identifying and prioritizing objectives and tasks -- Recommended a funding plan for 2013 to raise more than $90,000 in grants and donations -- Recommended a board retreat to establish organizational plans and priorities -- Developed job descriptions for two paid positions: executive director and an associate director As a Programming Committee member, I have: -- Developed a spreadsheet with data from all four NetWork 2 NewWork events -- Developed a brief report analyzing some of the data from NetWork 2 NewWork events
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International Writing Centers Association
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-Served on the Two-Year College Writing Center Committee
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MIchigan Writing Centers Association
Conference Chair (2010)
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Historic Ironwood Theatre
Member, Board of Directors
-Chair, In-House Productions Committee Member, Executive Committee Member, Programming Committee Head of House, multiple events Director, H.I.T. Idol (talent show) with a performance by American Idol finalist Matt Giraud
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Ironwood Carnegie Library
Poetic Expressions Facilitator
-Facilitating the poetry workshops at the library.
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Theatre North
Actor
-Starred as Oscar Lindquist in "Sweet Charity," Wilbur Turnblad in "Hairspray!" and performing a solo and duet in the "Claudette's Christmas Show."
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Chamber Choir of Grand Rapids
Member, Baritone
-Performed and had multiple solo opportunities with the choir.
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Junior Achievement of the Michigan Great Lakes
Volunteer
-Working with special needs class to teach basics of money and finance.
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Holland Chorale
Singer (Bass-Baritone)
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White Lake Festival Chorus
Singer (Bass-Baritone)
-Performing for holidays and festivals
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Pigeon Creek Shakespeare Company
Actor
-Performed as Don Adriano De Armado in "Love's Labour's Lost" and as Theseus in "A Midsummer Night's Dream."
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