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Welcome to the Talk Business With Me podcast, Brought to you by the School of Business at Portland State University. In this show, hosts Aki Brisbois and Michael Koach scour the unique commercial culture of Portland Oregon for good stories told by people from all walks of life. Each episode will include an interview with a significant figure in their respective industry, a spotlight showcasing small businesses in the Portland metro area, and a segment announcing upcoming events in the PSU School of Business. Episodes will be released on Thursdays every other week.

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    Amalia and her A&O Experience

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2024 43:49


    Interested in working in the athletic and outdoor industry? Tune in to hear about Amaila's experience in the A&O organization at PSU and her journey. A&O: https://www.pdx.edu/academics/programs/undergraduate/athletic-and-outdoor-industry Instagram: aoconnect Amalia: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amalia-boyles-2878b9b6/ Connect with the Podcast Team Hosts: Marinda Carlyle and Stephani Jeronimo Producer: Stephen Babcock Advisor Nathanial Garrod

    Vanisa Khamkhosy: The Murder Ballad I Accidentally Wrote

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2024 55:17


    In this episode, Diane and Michael are joined by guest Vanisa Khamkhosy, a PSU graduate who majored in Marketing and Advertising Management with a certificate in the Athletic & Outdoor Industry. She is also an independent singer-songwriter who released her first single, "August," in 2021 while attending PSU - which just passed 1 million streams across all streaming platforms!

    Living on Campus

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2024 11:49


    To wrap up our general information series, we decided to talk about the campus's living experience with a freshman. It has been a difficult time for many, so we wanted to acknowledge the experience of living on campus with the safety distancing measurements. Anyhow, it has been a pleasure hosting this podcast series; tune in the first week of April to start our perspective series with one of our graduating seniors! Hosts: Marinda Carlyle and Stephani Jeronimo Production: Stephen Babcock

    Careers in the Athletic & Outdoor Industry

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2024 46:03


    In the last episode, we had the opportunity to talk to Amaila and hear about her student perspective about the athletic and outdoor program. This week we have the opportunity to hear about the professional side of the athletic and outdoor field with Emily Vedaa, so tune in to hear all about it. A&O: https://www.pdx.edu/academics/programs/undergraduate/athletic-and-outdoor-industry Instagram: aoconnect Emily: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emilyvedaa/ Podcast Instagram: psusbpeers Connect with the Podcast Team Hosts: Marinda Carlyle and Stephani Jeronimo Producer: Stephen Babcock Advisor Nathanial Garrod

    Journey to Bproud

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2024 54:30


    Welcome back to The Talk Business with Me Podcast! Joining us for this episode are the founders and creative masterminds behind the newly founded brand Bproud, Japhety Ngabireyimana & Jospin Mugisha. Listen in to hear all about Japhety & Jospin's journey to creating the Bproud brand and how it has inspired the Portland, Oregon community to truly embody what makes them different and uniquely themselves. Shop Bproud: https://bproud.shop Connect with the Co- Founders of Bproud Japhety: https://www.linkedin.com/in/japhety/ Jospin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jospinmugisha/ Connect with the Podcast Team Hosts: Marinda Carlyle and Stephani Jeronimo Producer: Stephen Babcock Advisor Nathanial Garrod

    Season 4 Ep. 1: Opportunities

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2024 43:51


    Hey y'all, TBWM is back for a new episode and a new school year! Marinda and Stephani lead you through all of the opportunites that the Portland State School of Business has to offer in this episode. Topics include: - Mer and Steph discuss the first week of school: It's super weird and really cool at the same time - We're basically living at the Karl Miller Center now - Community Mixer is this Thursday 10/7 from 10-430 in the KMC Atrium on the 2nd floor. Free tacos at 2pm! - Networking is your best friend - Join the podcast! Email Mer, Stephani or Stephen. Email address at the bottom of the description - Deans Future Leaders applications are due Friday 10/8 - Join the School of Business Honors Cohort. Email Marinda or Tien James - Join the ATMOS program for scholarship and network opportunites. Contact Evan Green - We have a new advisor, Natalie. Office is KMC 220 - Student Services & Advising is on the 2nd floor of KMC, take advantage of these folks - You can also do Express Advising with a peer mentor if you just need to drop in - Student organizations: AMA, FMA, Multicultural, Blockchain, Entreprenuer, HRMA, Crave, FIR, A&O and more! - Start your own organization with 2 other students through SALP - Student Ambassador Program & Greek Life - Career Center opens Winter '22 on the 4th floor of KMC. Becky Sanchez has got your back. + Much more! You don't want to miss this episode! Hosts: Marinda Carlyle (mcarlyle@pdx.com) and Stephani Jeronimo (jeronim2@pdx.edu) Producer: Stephen Babcock (babcoc2@pdx.edu) Advisor: Nathanial Garrod (ngarrod@pdx.edu)

    What is HRMA?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2024 19:23


    Over the course of this series, we have learned about various student-led organizations and any opportunities they may bloom for you. Therefore for this episode, we will be tuning in with two student leaders from the Human Resource Management Association, best known as HRMA. PSA: The School of Business has over 15 organizations that you can get involved with. Learn more about the most commonly known student organization the School of Business using this link or contact Nathanial Garrod at ngarrod@pdx.edu to see what other organizations there are. Episodes will air every Wednesday on multiple platforms. Stay tuned for some amazing opportunities coming your way! Hosts: Marinda Carlyle and Stephani Jeronimo Production: Stephen Babcock

    Season 4 Ep. 2: Stephen

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2024 37:27


    Hey y'all, TBWM is back with another episode! Today we have Stephen Babcock on the show. He's the Director/Producer/Editor of the podcast, and he has a lot to say about his time at PSU and some life advice. Topics include: - Podcast voices, and how they differ from regular ones - Stephen talks about his career path and how he ended up at PSU - We are looking for people to join the TBWM team! Contact us if you want to have a job doing this next year. Hosts: Marinda Carlyle (mcarlyle@pdx.com) and Stephani Jeronimo (jeronim2@pdx.edu) Producer: Stephen Babcock (babcoc2@pdx.edu) Advisor: Nathanial Garrod (ngarrod@pdx.edu)

    Season 4, Ep. 3: Angela Liu

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2024 41:46


    TBWM is back! And you won't want to miss this episode. Angela Liu is the Portland State School of Business Career and Employment Specialist. Her job is to help you find your job! And it's more important than ever to take advantage of her skills while you are still at PSU. Topics for this episode include: - It's okay to change career paths and explore new options - Network! Reach out to people in the field you want to be in to chat about their careers - Informational interviews: some do's and dont's - How Angela uses Linkedin: Groups, Articles, Linkedin Learning - Upcoming events: Learning from Industry Experts this term, Morgan Stanley coming next term, and Professional Mentor sign-ups - Gotta be looking for jobs your senior year, even if you are crazy busy. Make sure to listen to this episode, and make sure to connect with Angela on her Linkedin and at the KMC. Hosts: Marinda Carlyle (mcarlyle@pdx.com) and Stephani Jeronimo (jeronim2@pdx.edu) Producer: Stephen Babcock (babcoc2@pdx.edu) Advisor: Nathanial Garrod (ngarrod@pdx.edu)

    Season 4 Ep. 4: Becky Sanchez

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2024 41:27


    Hey y'all, your favorite podcast about the PSU School of Business is back! And this episode is a banger. We have Becky Sanchez on today. She works in the Career Counseling office and teaches a class about it too. There is so much good information about how to start getting paid in this episode, you are literally leaving money on the table if you skip this one! Topics include: - How Becky got her start at PSU and all of the jobs she has had here - The Jump Start your Career course that she teaches - Opportunities that School of Business students should be taking advantage of right now - Advice for graduating students Hosts: Marinda Carlyle (mcarlyle@pdx.com) and Stephani Jeronimo (jeronim2@pdx.edu) Producer: Stephen Babcock (babcoc2@pdx.edu) Advisor: Nathanial Garrod (ngarrod@pdx.edu)

    Season 4, Ep.5: Abigail Van Gelder, Center for Entrepreneurship

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2024 38:22


    Hey everyone, thanks for your patience as we are a few hours late today! End of term is crazy as usual. Abigail from the Center for Entrepreneurship is with us today. We talk about where she is from, the benefits that the center provides, and what is upcoming with their programs and events. Make sure to check them out, and we will see you next term!

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    Season 5, Ep. 2: Terrence

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2024 37:29


    Hey everyone! We have a returning guest today. Terrence Scott is a super-senior in the School of Business, and a mentor to many people in the school, including the members of this podcast. He is almost done with school and we wanted to catch up with him one more time before he's finished. Topics include: It's been a whole year, what's been going on since then? Terrence talks about all of the opportunity he's had since we last heard from him He talks about his student experience and advice for getting the most of out school What his plans are after graduation Hosts: Marinda Carlyle (mcarlyle@pdx.com) and Stephani Jeronimo (jeronim2@pdx.edu) Producer: Stephen Babcock (babcoc2@pdx.edu) Advisor: Nathanial Garrod (ngarrod@pdx.edu)

    Season 5, Ep. 4: Luis

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2024 30:32


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    Season 6, Ep. 2: Benjamin Pocheron

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2024 33:26


    Thanks for listening!

    Season 6, Ep. 3: Kun & Derek

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2024 46:18


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    Season 5, Episode 1: Announcements

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2024 38:41


    Welcome back, y'all! Talk Business With Me is back with information on what is going on in the School of Business this term! Topics include: Community Mixer is on February 22nd January 18th at noon, Emerging Leaders is having an internship info session over Zoom Also on 1/18 at 4:15PM, a career planning session for sophmores On Jan 19th at 4PM, the American Marketing Association is having a resume workshop with Angela Liu over Zoom Jan 20th at 4:15PM, there will be a career planning session for seniors Also on 1/20 at 4PM there will be a Zoom meeting with New Seasons And again on Jan 20th, eClub is having a Shark Tank socai event both in KMC 533 and over Zoom. Starts at 7PM. Join the School of Business Honors Program. Info session on 1/26 at 4PM on Zoom. There will be a blockchain workshop on 1/27 at 4pm on Zoom HRMA has 3 open leadership positions, email psuhrma@pdx.edu if you are interested. Hosts: Marinda Carlyle (mcarlyle@pdx.com) and Stephani Jeronimo (jeronim2@pdx.edu) Producer: Stephen Babcock (babcoc2@pdx.edu) Advisor: Nathanial Garrod (ngarrod@pdx.edu)

    Season 6, Ep. 1: Daphne Scott & Wildstorming

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2024 41:46


    Season 6 is live! Our episode is with Daphne, a senior and photographer at PSU. Sorry we are late, today was crazy!

    Season 5, Ep. 3: Tara and the Post-Graduate Life

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2024 45:57


    Hello all, and welcome back to the Talk Business With Me Podcast. Today we have Tara Duenas on the show. Tara is an alumni of the school and currently works in media planning for Wieden + Kennedy. She gives a lot of great advice on how to start your career, what to look for in internships and entry level jobs, and what it takes to get the job you desire coming out of school. If you want to have a great start to your career, you won't want to miss this episode. Hosts: Marinda Carlyle (mcarlyle@pdx.com) and Stephani Jeronimo (jeronim2@pdx.edu) Producer: Stephen Babcock (babcoc2@pdx.edu) Advisor: Nathanial Garrod (ngarrod@pdx.edu)

    Season 6, EP. 4: Hello & Goodbye

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2024 24:17


    This is a bittersweet episode as Marinda, Stephani and Stephen say their goodbyes as they get ready to graduate. However, we are able to introduce the four people who will be handling the podcast going forward: Diane, Jorda, Kieran, and Michael! The old crew talks about what the podcast has meant to them and gives advice, while the new kids introduce themselves and discuss what their plans are for the coming terms. Come say goodbye and hello!

    Jenny Hernandez: Major Minor Certificate

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2024 39:45


    In this episode, Jorda and Kieran are joined by Jenny Hernandez, a PSU business school senior about to graduate with a dual major in Marketing and Advertising, a minor in Sustainability, and a certificate in Food, Beverage, and Consumer Goods. Shortly after graduating, Jenny will start her career as a marketing associate at Target.

    Tim Finn: Analyzing the World of Business

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2024 71:57


    In this episode, Jorda and Diane are joined by guest Tim Finn, manager of online business and instructor at PSU. Tim shares insight into his time as a student and what it was like to work as a manager at Starbucks. He also talks about the field of business analytics and shares some very exciting news.

    The PSU Experience

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2024 21:21


    In this episode, the new TBWM podcast crew takes a chance to introduce themselves and talk about their experience at PSU so far.

    Carlos Mena: Global Supply-Chain

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2024 50:25


    In this episode, Jorda and Diane are joined by Dr. Carlos Mena, the Nike Professor of Supply Chain at Portland State University. A supply chain expert and engineer hailing from Mexico City, he spent the majority of his career in the United Kingdom at the Cranfield School of Management, before moving to the United States to work at Michigan State University and now PSU. Carlos discusses the many intricacies of supply chain and corporate sustainability; and regales us with tails from his travels abroad.

    Tatum Duke: Supply Chain and DJ

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2024 56:48


    In this episode, Michael and Diane are joined by Tatum Duke, a senior at PSU studying supply chain and a part-time musician and DJ. Tatum discusses his journey from the music industry into the world of business as well as the dichotomy of his two passions.

    Dillon Dayton: The Yes Year

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2024 44:11


    In this episode, Jorda flies solo as she is joined by Dillon Dayton, a PSU senior. Dillon is double majoring in Business Technology & Analytics and Business Management and has a double minor in Communications and Psychology. Dillon also holds leadership positions in several clubs, is on the intramural volleyball team, and on top of this, Dillon is completing his program in only three years.

    Shayla Naswood: Breaking New Ground

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2024 48:29


    In this episode, Diane and Jorda are joined by guest Shayla Naswood, a senior in the marketing program at PSU and a member of the Navajo Nation. Shayla shares her journey to PSU, her experience as a first-generation student, and some of her many struggles and successes at Portland State.

    Join MBSA

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2024 14:43


    This week we will be talking about another student-led organization from the school of business that focuses on all majors and represents a broader population. This organization is called the Multicultural Business Student Association, shortly known as MBSA. Tune in and hear all about it for a chance to join! Episodes will air every Wednesday on multiple platforms. Stay tuned for some amazing opportunities coming your way! Hosts: Marinda Carlyle and Stephani Jeronimo Production: Stephen Babcock

    SB Honors Program

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2024 18:27


    The School of Business has many programs and opportunities for students who want to challenge themselves a little bit more. Therefore they created their own honors programs that are separate from the university's honors programs. Tune in to this episode to learn more about the honors program and explore the many opportunities it has to offer. Episodes will air every Wednesday on multiple platforms. Stay tuned for some amazing opportunities coming your way! Hosts: Marinda Carlyle and Stephani Jeronimo Production: Stephen Babcock Advisor: Nathanial Garrod

    The Virtual Job Market

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2024 16:23


    The current job market can be scary and hard to get into because of the circumstances we currently face. Tune in this to listen to Lisa Heinsdale talk about the current job market and how to better prepare for job opportunities. Episodes will air every Wednesday on multiple platforms. Stay tuned for some amazing opportunities coming your way! Hosts: Marinda Carlyle and Stephani Jeronimo Production: Stephen Babcock

    Get to know FMA

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2024 15:41


    In today's episode will learn about a student-led organization from the school of business that focuses on finance. This organization is called the Financial management association, shortly known as FMA. They talk about their requirements, their service, and mention some upcoming events. Episodes will air every Wednesday on multiple platforms. Stay tuned for some amazing opportunities coming your way! Hosts: Marinda Carlyle and Stephani Jeronimo Production: Stephen Babcock Advisor: Nathanial Garrod

    Let us Introduce Ourselves

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2024 17:45


    After a few months of preparation and starting this project we are thrilled to finally launch our very first podcast for Portland State's School of Business. Marinda Carlyle and Stephani Jeronimo will be our hosts and have some exciting opportunities for our School of Business (SB) students. This week we will get to know a little bit about our hosts and what they do for the School of Business and why they decided to start this podcast. Episodes will air every Wednesday on multiple platforms. Stay tuned for some amazing opportunities coming your way! Hosts: Marinda Carlyle and Stephani Jeronimo Production: Stephen Babcock Advisor: Nathanial Garrod

    Episode 2 - Dan Wilensky

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 2, 2023 47:51


    In this episode, Aki and Michael sit down with Musician and Composer Dan Wilensky to discuss his captivating music career and the dynamic music industry. Dan has played with the likes of Ray Charles, Joan Baez, Santana, Steve Winwood, and on hundreds of records. He also brings a unique perspective on what it means to be a musician and an insider view of the business side of music. In this week's small business spotlight, Aki and Michael head to Music Millennium located on the corner of 32nd & East Burnside. Music Millennium is the oldest CD and vinyl shop in the Pacific Northwest and truly has a little something for everyone.

    Episode 1 - Arborbrook Wines

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2023 55:15


    Welcome to the much-anticipated episode 1 of our third generation. In this episode, Aki and Michael Travel to Arborbrook Vineyards to experience fine wines and learn about the fascinating world of wine-making. Many thanks to Charles Hesson for his wonderful hospitality. Information about Arborbrook Vineyards can be found at arborbrookwines.com. This week's small business spotlight showcases the one-of-a-kind Five Stars Family Burger. A small, Korean-owned burger joint, pumping out some of the best burgers in the country. Thanks to Goldstar and his parents for welcoming us into their restaurant. They can be found at @fivestarsfamilyburger on all social media. Thank you to the PSU School of Business for supporting our adventures through Portland. And finally, thank you to our listeners for making this show possible.

    Welcome to Gen 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 5, 2023 4:58


    Hello, and welcome to generation 3 of the Talk Business With Me podcast. I (Michael Koach) am back as your editor, joined by my good friend and co-host Aki Brisbois. Together, we are going to be your guides to the unique commercial culture of Portland Oregon.

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