In this episode of The Enthusiastic Life Podcast, Brendan sits down with Claude Molinari, President & CEO of Visit Detroit, one of the most influential voices shaping the region’s growth, reputation, and momentum.

Claude shares an inside look at Detroit’s continued resurgence — from major events and tourism strategy to economic impact and regional collaboration. He discusses what it takes to market an entire city, how Detroit competes on a national stage, and why he believes the region’s best days are still ahead.

This is a masterclass in leadership, storytelling, and building civic pride.

In this conversation, we cover:

- Detroit’s evolution — where the city is today and why the world is paying attention
- How major events come to Detroit (NFL Draft, conventions, tourism moments & more)
- Collaboration across business, government & community
- Why storytelling matters for cities — and how Visit Detroit uses it strategically
- Claude’s leadership philosophy and how he motivates teams to think bigger
- The future of Southeast Michigan and what’s on the horizon

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In this episode of The Enthusiastic Life Podcast, Brendan sits down with Kerry Duggan, a nationally recognized climate & energy expert, CEO of SustainabiliD, and senior advisor to leaders across government, tech, and industry. Kerry has worked at the highest levels — including advising the Obama-Biden Administration — and now helps organizations develop real solutions for climate, infrastructure, and resilience.

Kerry brings a powerful blend of urgency, optimism, and practicality. She shares her journey from Detroit to Washington D.C., what it’s really like influencing national energy policy, and how communities can navigate climate challenges with innovation and collaboration. This conversation is packed with insights on leadership, public service, sustainability, and living a meaningful, impact-driven life.

In this episode, we cover:

• Kerry’s path to becoming a national climate & energy leader
• Her experience advising the Biden Administration and shaping federal policy
• How public and private sectors can work together to solve big problems
• What sustainability actually looks like at the community level
• Why optimism and resilience matter in the face of global challenges
• Kerry’s leadership philosophies — and how she helps organizations think bigger

About Kerry Duggan

Kerry Duggan is the CEO of SustainabiliD, a board director, and a trusted advisor to government and industry leaders. She has served in senior roles in the Obama-Biden Administration and has spent her career helping communities and organizations build a more sustainable, equitable, and resilient future.

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