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Send us a textOn today's episode we have Coach Zenise Chambers. Coach Chambers started her coaching career as an intern at her Alma mater - Averett University. Zee has experience coaching as an instructor at Point Guard College and as an assistant at Randolph college. She is currently the assistant coach and assistant facilities manager at Macalester College and the head coach of the Minnesota Metro Stars 16U team.On this episode we discuss:What actions on the court can get a coach to STOP watching youWhy context is so importantThe first steps you should take in the recruiting processLoving the process vs the outcomeAnd much more!When you work with me you can expect a 360-degree player development plan designed specifically for young female basketball players.If this sounds interesting, let's have a conversation - send me an email today - hoopsthroughlife@gmail.comCheck out Hoops Through Life on: Hoops Through Life WebsiteXInstagramFacebookIf you have any questions for me or our future guests email hoopsthroughlife@gmail.comThe views and opinions shared by coaches and other professionals on this podcast are solely their own and do not necessarily reflect those of Hoops Through Life. Hoops Through Life is an independent entity, not affiliated with any school or coach, and is not responsible for the opinions expressed by these individuals.

In this week's predictions on the PantherPod. Owen discusses his top picks of games and discusses Ferrum's last game of the season against rival Averett University and outlines his trip with Cole and Jay in Morgantown as the gang travels on those wild and wonderful country roads to see the Mountaineers take on the Bears of Baylor. Make sure you're following on Instagram, Facebook, and X! Remember to leave a like, review, and comment anywhere you get your podcasts!

Hello and welcome to the Women Leaders in Sports Podcast! I'm your host, Patti Phillips, CEO of Women Leaders in Sports.  Today, I'm excited to be joined by our current Board of Directors President, Meg Stevens.  After 11 years as Vice President and Director of Athletics and Campus Operations at Averett University, Meg made a significant career shift, and began her new role as President of Arizona Athletic Grounds in July.  The timing of her transition, which happened shortly after our brand evolution—focusing on impacting women in the broader world of sports—was an unexpected, but  perfectly timed coincidence.   We dive into the details of her new position, explore imposter syndrome, and emphasize the importance of having the confidence to seize opportunities that challenge you—not just for yourself, but for the women who will be inspired to follow your lead.  Keep listening for more from Meg and remember, We Are Women Leaders! 

Join us on this compelling episode of The Greatness Academy Podcast as we explore the remarkable life of Jerome N. Bell, Sr., a former Marine who transformed his life from homelessness to becoming a real estate tycoon. Jerome's journey is a powerful testament to resilience, strategic thinking, and the drive to succeed against all odds.Episode Highlights:

Join us on this compelling episode of The Greatness Academy Podcast as we explore the remarkable life of Jerome N. Bell, Sr., a former Marine who transformed his life from homelessness to becoming a real estate tycoon. Jerome's journey is a powerful testament to resilience, strategic thinking, and the drive to succeed against all odds.Episode Highlights:

In Episode 158,  Ben chats with Gerron Cooper, a business analyst at IREX.ai, a company that develops predictive AI analytics from surveillance cameras in the human trafficking space.   Gerron has a diverse academic background and a passion for exploring the intersection of human behavior, artificial intelligence, and management. Gerron holds a master's degree in applied behavior analysis from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology and a bachelor's degree in psychology from Averett University. Gerron is currently pursuing an MBA from Hult International Business School, further enriching their skill set with a comprehensive understanding of strategic management, data-driven decision-making, and organizational leadership. Gerron's goal is to bridge the gap between cutting-edge technology and human-centric management practices, creating transformative solutions in the business world. Continuing Education Credits (https://www.cbiconsultants.com/shop) BACB: 1.5 Learning IBAO: 1.5 Cultural QABA: 1.5 DEI Contact: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gerroncooperbcba/ https://irex.ai/   Links: DMV Association of Black Behavior Analysts (DMV ABBA) https://www.dmvabba.org/ Black Men in Behavior Analysis https://bmbanetwork.org/ Black Applied Behavior Analysts  https://babainfo.org/ Missouri Black Behavior Analysis Community (MOBBAC) https://www.mobbac.org/ TAP: The ABA Pathfinders https://www.mobbac.org/tap-the-aba-pathfinders Black Women in Behavior Analysis (BWIBAAD) https://bwibaad.org/ ABA Verzus Block Party https://www.linkedin.com/company/abaverzus-block-party/   Behaviour Speak Podcast Episodes Referenced: Black Men in Behavior Analysis with Jeron Trotman https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode79-black-men-in-behavior-analysis-with-jeron-trotman/ The Missouri Black Behavior Analysis Community with Kelly Baird https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-86-the-missouri-black-behavior-analysis-community-mobbac-with-kelly-baird-ma-bcba-cctsi/ Behaviour Analysis in Ghana and Nigeria with Josephine Akure and Joy Oviojie https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-91-behaviour-analysis-in-ghana-and-nigeria-with-josephine-akure-and-joy-oviojie/ Culturally Responsive Screening Tools for Autism and/or Intellectual Disabilities in Nigeria with Dr. Eziafakaku Nwokolo https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-120-culturally-responsive-screening-tools-for-autism-andor-intellectual-disabilities-in-nigeria-with-dr-eziafakaku-nwokolo/ Artificial Intelligence and Behaviour Analysis with Dr. Marc Lanovaz https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-8-artificial-intelligence-and-behaviour-analysis-with-marc-lanovaz-phd-bcba-d/ Black Liberation Psychology with Dr. Evan Auguste https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-98-black-liberation-psychology-a-conversation-with-dr-evan-auguste/    

Dr. Tiffany Franks, President, Averett University, joins Brad Johnson. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/plexuss/message

Solely owned and operated, an online candle business based in Henrico is making waves through the community. Anne Peterson is a Georgia native, but has spent most of her life in Virginia and considers it home. She also attended Averett University. At the start of the pandemic, Peterson was hospitalized with COVID. “I almost died from it. I was in the hospital for a month. I had to have oxygen and nurses visit me three times a week at home,” Peterson said. Before her hospitalization, Peterson would burn candles to help relax, but after leaving the hospital she experienced financial...Article LinkSupport the show

Jon talks about the top stories in conservative evangelicalism including an Averett University professor who died at a homosexual nightclub, Frank Turek's vague post about biblical interpretation, TGC's article on the gospel in Taylor Swift lyrics, Glenn Youngkin's "gay marriage" law, Justin Giboney and Anthony Bradley go after John MacArthur for saying MLK wasn't a Christian, was some of the music at the Shepherd's Conference effeminate?, Ligon Duncan's hypocrisy, and Kanye rejects Christianity. #kanyewest #ligonduncan #thegospelcoalition #glennyounkin #averettuniversity #frankturek #taylorswift 00:00:00 Averett University professor dies at a homosexual nightclub00:06:09 Logos selling erotic material00:09:08 Frank Turek's vague post about biblical interpretation00:14:02 TGC's article on the gospel in Taylor Swift lyrics00:17:02 Glenn Youngkin's "gay marriage" law00:19:36 Justin Giboney and Anthony Bradley go after John MacArthur for saying MLK wasn't a Christian00:28:13 Was some of the music at the Shepherd's Conference effeminate?00:37:35 Ligon Duncan's hypocrisy00:59:22 Kanye rejects ChristianityOur Sponsors:* Check out undefined and use my code HARRIS for a great deal: undefinedSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/conversations-that-matter8971/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Averett University's most recent women's head soccer coach recently resigned to focus on her growing family. Meghan got married a little over 4 years ago to Kenny (currently Averett's head baseball coach) and they have a gorgeous son, Roman, who will soon be 3 years old and… spoiler alert… he's about to be a big brother to TWIN BOYS!!! Needless to say, everything in their life needed a reassessment with this news and the doors that opened and closed were simply providential. Meghan talks about her crunchy/organic nature and how she prefers more natural alternatives, especially considering some medical issues she's had. She even makes her own soap and deodorant at home!!! Her upbringing instilled a discipline to push herself in her strength and athleticism as well as a foundation of faith that she, like most of us, has had to refocus and realign herself with in different seasons of life. Follow her on Facebook and Instagram @mauzyrati_ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/churchtalks/support

In this episode of the Project Chatter podcast, Val and Dale interview Mike Paul, the Managing Director for InEight for Europe, Africa, and the Middle East. They discuss the concepts of modularity, scalability, and interoperability in project management. Mike emphasises the importance of considering people and processes alongside technology in project implementation. They also explore the challenges of data ownership and integration in the project supply chain. The conversation highlights the need for transparency and collaboration among stakeholders to achieve successful project outcomes. In this conversation, Mike Paul discusses various topics related to data ownership, scalability, the future of construction, sustainability, the need for an ideas factory, the value of marginal gains, and the nature of leadership. Takeaways Data ownership in construction projects can be complex, with different parties having different interpretations of who owns the data. Scalability in construction can be hindered by factors such as data laws, differences in work processes across regions, and the scalability of individual people, processes, and technology. The future of construction lies in innovative building materials, methods, and technologies that prioritize sustainability and environmental impact. An ideas factory or incubator could help foster innovation in the construction industry by providing funding and support for testing and scaling new ideas. Small, incremental improvements (marginal gains) can have a significant impact on project outcomes and profitability. Leadership is a combination of innate qualities and the opportunities and situations that allow those qualities to shine. Mike Paul, Managing Director EMEA, InEight As Managing Director of the Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) business operations at InEight, Mike Paul leads marketing and sales efforts while defining and driving the growth of digital solutions that fuel customer success. Directly preceding his current role, Mike was Vice President of Industry Solutions, acting as the liaison between clients in the industry and InEight's sales and development team in over 20 countries on five continents. Mike has also served as Vice President of Solution Engineering, Director of Industry Solutions, Director of Global Channel, Sales Engineer and Sales Executive, all at InEight. Previous to his time at InEight, Mike held multiple leadership positions throughout the construction industry. These include managing all the infrastructure work on one of the nation's first BRAC development projects at Fort Carson Army Base, negotiating large low-income housing projects in Africa, developing global supply chains for U.S. government contract needs and running his own construction company. Mike holds a bachelor's degree in civil engineering from the University of Arizona, and an MBA from Averett University in Virginia. Proudly Sponsored by Deltek.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/project-chatter-podcast/message

Anthony Swann Anthony Swann has an amazing story of overcoming the odds. He became the first sitting teacher to be appointed to the State Board of Education in Virginia by Governor Ralph Northam in 2021. He has had the privilege of teaching every elementary grade except kindergarten. His experience also includes two years in North Carolina. Swann has been in education for 16 years as a classroom teacher, instructional coach, and recently was named as the assistant principal of Monterey Elementary in Roanoke, VA. He was chosen to be the 2021 Region 6 Virginia Teacher of the Year as well as the 2021 Virginia State Teacher of the Year. In 2018, he began the program, “Guys with Ties,” to teach boys the importance of honesty, integrity, and character inside and outside the classroom. Swann earned a bachelor's degree in elementary education from Averett University and a Master of Education in educational leadership from Regent University. @2021vat.o.y #anthonyswann #va #toy #educator #assistantprincipal #greatstory #tsc #gogetit  Social Media ⁠https://www.wroteby.me/chipbaker⁠

On today's episode we have Coach Christine Mabry. Christine has experience coaching at Averett University and Virginia Wesleyan University. She is currently an assistant coach at Bridgewater College (Bridgewater, VA).On this episode we discuss:The role of social media in recruitingHow to deal with nerves during the recruiting processHow the college basketball season impacts recruitingQuestions to ask the coaching staff when on visitsImportance of communication in the recruiting processWhat to look out for when watching a college practiceWhat to do if you don't get along with your high school or AAU coachHow to set yourself up for success academically in collegeAnd much more!If you've enjoyed this episode make sure you subscribe and leave us a review!Bridgewater College WBB InstagramBridgewater College Recruit QuestionnaireBridgewater College CampCheck out Hoops Through Life on: Hoops Through Life WebsiteInstagramFacebookIf you're feeling overwhelmed with the recruiting process sign up for a free 30-minute Strategy Session Today!If you have any questions for me or our future guests email el@hoopsthroughlife.com

In our FIRST ever episode I sat down with Coach Aby Diop. Coach Aby has coached at Shenandoah University and Averett University. She is currently the head women's basketball coach at Dickinson College (Carlisle, PA). In this episode we discuss:Tips for emailing coachesTips for talking to coaches on the phoneThe role of social media in today's recruiting landscapeThe impact high school/AAU coaches can have on the recruiting processQuestions Coach Aby likes to ask student athletes and parents while on visits!Actions that might get you crossed off a coach's list!And much more!If you've enjoyed this episode make sure you subscribe and leave us a review!Dickinson WBB InstagramDickinson Women's Basketball Recruit QuestionnaireCheck out Hoops Through Life on: Hoops Through Life WebsiteInstagramFacebookIf you're feeling overwhelmed with the recruiting process sign up for a free 30-minute Strategy Session Today!If you have any questions for me or our future guests email el@hoopsthroughlife.com

Jalane Schmidt recently brought a group of Virginia teachers to see Charlottesville's tiny monument to its enslaved residents. One teacher had a startling personal revelation at that site. And: Elgin Cleckley is an architect who studies empathy. He says redesigning public space can help heal racial wounds. Plus: Danville, Virginia was once a Confederate capital. Now, teams of citizens are working together to tell the story of a different Danville: a city that hosted Martin Luther King Jr. and Thurgood Marshall, a city where brave teenagers forced the public library to integrate, and where opportunity for all is on the rise. Karice Luck-Brimmer recently took students and teachers from Averett University on an eye-opening tour of African American Danville. Later in the show: When we hear about the end of Jim Crow, we hear mostly about kids attending schools or about major court cases. But what did the process of legal desegregation look like in everyday life and culture? Jennifer Ritterhouse shares the story of Sarah Patton “Pattie” Boyle and her transformation from segregationist to ardent desegregationist in mid-20th century Virginia. Plus: Jody Allen discusses how Black Virginians collectively built their own institutions during the Jim Crow era. And: Camilla Williams was an African American opera singer from Danville, Virginia. She shares her memories and music with us, and Ethel Haughton explains why Williams' legacy is so important today.

Our guest this time is Vanessa Womack who now lives in Richmond, VA. Vanessa grew up in Virginia, but moved to New York to attend college. After college she worked in the publishing world at McGraw Hill for five years. Wait until you hear what she sold for them, something that is today a relic, but I am not giving it away.   Vanessa clearly had a bit of the wanderlust bug as she eventually moved to California for jobs, then moved back to New York for a brief time and eventually settled down in Richmond.   In her life she has created and published several courses on DEI and Leadership. Also, she has written several books. She has worked for a number of nonprofit organizations and clearly has a passion for breaking through culture and inclusion barriers to help people realize much about themselves as well as others.     About the Guest:   Vanessa Womack is a facilitator in leadership, governance, DEI, soft skills, and team dynamics. As an experienced course designer, she developed the successful LinkedIn Learning course “Managing A Diverse Team” which launched in 2018 and has accumulated over 100,000 global learners. In addition to the course, Vanessa publishes a monthly newsletter entitled Pass It On, about diversity, leadership, and education on LinkedIn. She wrote the audio course on Listenable, “Practicing DEI Can Improve Organizational Culture”, launched in 2020. She completed a certificate for training from the University of South Florida – MUMA School of Business for DEI in the Workplace.   She has recently taken a contract position of DEI Coordinator for the Alliance for Building Better Medicine, which is part of the Cluster Accelerator for Advanced Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturing (APRM) and Activation Capital. The APRM was launched to fast-track the development of a globally competitive essential medicines manufacturing hub across Central Virginia. The DEI Coordinator will be responsible for driving region-wide DEI strategy to support an inclusive culture for life sciences as part of the DEI plan component of the Build Back Better Regional Competition grant award from the US Economic Development Administration (EDA).   Other experiences include being BoardSource Certified Governance Consultant; Lead Faculty-Area Chair in the School of Business at the University of Phoenix former local campus in Richmond, VA; coaching and facilitating career transitioning clients for future jobs and entrepreneurship; public speaker and radio show host, On Track with Vanessa Womack. Earlier in her career, after being an actual marrow donor, she became the local spokesperson in Virginia for the National Marrow Donor Program (now Be the Match) recruiting and promoting the marrow registry in Black communities. She has facilitated community dialogue through Initiatives of Change/Hope in the Cities' presentation, Unpacking 2010 Census: The Realities of Race, Class, and Jurisdiction.   Vanessa earned her undergraduate degree from Baruch College (CUNY) and MBA from Averett University, (Danville, VA). She is a member of Leadership Metro Richmond (LQ 2006) in Richmond, Virginia.   Vanessa has published two multicultural STEM children's books, ‘Bookie and Lil Ray: In the Game' (2021) and ‘Emerald Jones: The Fashion Designer Diva' (2020). She is the author of the novel, ‘Paint the Sky Purple' (2010) and co-author, ‘The Female CEO: Pearls, Power & Passion' (2014).           About the Host: Michael Hingson is a New York Times best-selling author, international lecturer, and Chief Vision Officer for accessiBe. Michael, blind since birth, survived the 9/11 attacks with the help of his guide dog Roselle. This story is the subject of his best-selling book, Thunder Dog.   Michael gives over 100 presentations around the world each year speaking to influential groups such as Exxon Mobile, AT&T, Federal Express, Scripps College, Rutgers University, Children's Hospital, and the American Red Cross just to name a few. He is Ambassador for the National Braille Literacy Campaign for the National Federation of the Blind and also serves as Ambassador for the American Humane Association's 2012 Hero Dog Awards.   https://michaelhingson.com https://www.facebook.com/michael.hingson.author.speaker/ https://twitter.com/mhingson https://www.youtube.com/user/mhingson https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelhingson/   accessiBe Links https://accessibe.com/ https://www.youtube.com/c/accessiBe https://www.linkedin.com/company/accessibe/mycompany/ https://www.facebook.com/accessibe/       Thanks for listening! Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! 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Hi, I'm Michael Hingson, Chief Vision Officer for accessiBe and the author of the number one New York Times bestselling book, Thunder dog, the story of a blind man, his guide dog and the triumph of trust. Thanks for joining me on my podcast as we explore our own blinding fears of inclusion unacceptance and our resistance to change. We will discover the idea that no matter the situation, or the people we encounter, our own fears, and prejudices often are our strongest barriers to moving forward. The unstoppable mindset podcast is sponsored by accessiBe, that's a c c e s s i  capital B e. Visit www.accessibe.com to learn how you can make your website accessible for persons with disabilities. And to help make the internet fully inclusive by the year 2025. Glad you dropped by we're happy to meet you and to have you here with us.     Michael Hingson  01:21 Welcome to another edition of unstoppable mindset mindset. If I could talk I'd be in wonderful shape. Please forgive me. Today, we get to meet Vanessa Womack, who is a facilitator and leadership, governance, diversity, equity and encourage inclusion and a lot of other kinds of things. And I don't want to give it all away because she's going to be able to tell her story much better than I do. Isn't that usually the way of it? Vanessa, thanks very much for being here. And welcome to unstoppable mindset.   Vanessa Womack  01:50 Well, thanks, Michael, for this opportunity to be here. And now we tried this once but, you know, technical glitches happen. So we're doing it again. Good to see you.   Michael Hingson  02:01 Well, it's good to see you. And yeah, technology happens. And so we do what we do, but glad we're here. So, lots to get to of course, but I'd like to start as usual. Tell me a little bit about you growing up and kind of where you came from, and all that kind of stuff.   Vanessa Womack  02:17 And okay, well, let's see now. I grew up the in the Commonwealth of Virginia, in a small city called Danville, Virginia. Where I grew up in a household I was, well, if you look at the, I guess the placement, I am the middle girl or middles girl of three, and I have a brother so and household with mom and dad, pretty typical, and not poor neighborhood. But we had such great values, Christian values, and we were very active in the community, finish high school there. And then started my first year at an HBCU, Tennessee State University. But I became what can I say? Not bored but adventurous and moved to New York City to finish my education at CUNY City University in New York Baruch College, and began my career mostly at corporate New York. My first job in New York was at McGraw Hill publishing company. And after that, I had many other jobs. Say, if you want to ask me about those pretty adventuresome.   Michael Hingson  03:54 Yeah, you've been involved in a lot of different things. Needless to say, well, so you said you started with McGraw Hill. What did you do there?   Vanessa Womack  04:02 I was in the classified not to give my age away. But yes, I am a. We've talked   Michael Hingson  04:09 about this before he asked   Vanessa Womack  04:10 me did I am a boomer. But I started in classified advertising in the early mid 70s, mid 70s, where I did the clippings for some of the magazines like chemical engineering business week. And I did that for a couple of years and then promoted to public affairs where I actually was the editor of the McGraw Hill directory, the worldwide directory, putting that together and even had opportunities to conduct tours in Rockefeller Center. When I was in public affairs, I would do tours for groups that would come in To visit McGraw Hill and the surrounding buildings, take them through the tunnels at Radio City Music Hall. Oh, yes. And one of the groups I remember either educators or students or even some on foreign visitors. There was even a group I hate to say that now I'm not going to hate to say it, but from Russia. So it was exciting to do that. And after that, I was at Saks Fifth Avenue. I even worked at the NFL and water publisher services.   Michael Hingson  05:43 So where you were in New York, did you ever eat at Hurley saloon?   Vanessa Womack  05:50 Yes, I think we talked about that. Yeah, yes. I think I had a drink there.   Michael Hingson  05:57 I'll never, I'll never forget one of the stories that I heard about Hurley's. They leased the Hurley brothers leased the building in the 1890s. And they had 100 year lease. And then when Rockefeller Center was being built, they wanted to buy out Hurley's and her least didn't want to sell. And that's why there's this little four story building on one corner of all of that, but all of the reporters like the NBC reporters who worked in, dealt through Rockefeller Center and BC, would go down there and somehow they connected a phone line and a phone from the newsrooms to a phone behind the bar at Hurley's and so they could be down at the bar and then come A call came in then somebody would get the reporters or whatever, and they get the calls and go to what they needed to do. But they could spend their time in hurleys. Ah, people are creative.   Vanessa Womack  06:56 Yes, yes, we are.   Michael Hingson  06:59 Well, and we talked, and we talked about, of course, talking about classifies I mentioned Conde Nast. And you know, again, another one where it was all about classifieds. And you know, whether it's called classifieds or something else. The fact is that people are still selling advertising today.   Vanessa Womack  07:16 Oh, yes. That's why I say I'm pretty old school, I remember. And there were, and there's old fashioned fax machines, where we were communicate between the McGraw Hill offices, for instance, between New York and Philadelphia. So but, you know, we've come a long way in technology.   Michael Hingson  07:39 Yeah. Now we also have this thing about audiobooks, which course I'm very precious about unlike and I'm glad that most of the major publishers are doing a lot more with that. And it's all electronic. So it's a lot easier to create, and not store so much stuff, because it's now all audio oriented, or even print books are oftentimes electronically oriented as well as print, but I think that there's rightly so a group of people and it's still a very large group that likes to hold a book of their hand and reprint and there's a lot of value to that no matter what someone says a Kindle isn't quite the same as a book.   Vanessa Womack  08:16 That's, that's true, but it's fortunate that we have those options.   Michael Hingson  08:23 Yeah, well and being blind, a Braille device that can have on nonpermanent or refreshable Braille display and you can put a book file on it is still not the same as reading it with paper. But either way, reading is reading and it's still a wonderful thing that we all get to be able to do.   Vanessa Womack  08:42 And I've enjoyed reading ever since I was a young child in elementary school. In fact, one of my I guess, what do you call it nicknames? Was said a bookworm?   Michael Hingson  09:00 That's pretty cool.   Vanessa Womack  09:01 Yes, because I always said I liked. I enjoyed getting lost in the in the novels in the book service read. Yeah.   Michael Hingson  09:10 Yeah. And I still do today. And what did you want to be when you were growing up?   Vanessa Womack  09:16 Well, I wanted to be a court stenographer. Because of the business classes I had in high school. I wanted to be a court stenographer, but at one point, I also want to be an FBI agent. However, I was told either by the teachers that I was not the right color or was also a little girl or female, that I couldn't. I would not be accepted in something like an FBI. So my mother encouraged me to go into business. And I took shorthand all the required business courses in high school and I took shorthand. And I thought, wow, court stenographer would be cool. But then my mom said, No, you need to go to college. So I did continue to take shorthand or practice it for a little while. And I thought was pretty cool. But I went to Tennessee State University for my freshman year and started my, I guess, my curriculum into business management or a bachelor's in Business Administration.   Michael Hingson  10:40 Who influenced you most? Do you think while you're growing up and so on, would it be your mom? Or is there another person who stood out even more?   Vanessa Womack  10:48 I think my mom course might my dad too. But my mom was, she was pretty straightforward. very conscientious about her children being better or being better. And succeeding in life. So she encouraged all of us. And I was very much influenced by her to continue my education. I mean, I was I was smart. But I mean, I didn't know some things came better to me, like writing, which I enjoyed doing. And I enjoyed writing. And I still do I wish I had embarked on writing stories at earlier in life, so. But yes, my mother was a great influencer. And we are also I'm also from a family of faith. So I always have to give, give my God all the glory, and they can for bringing us all so far.   Michael Hingson  12:00 Yep, that's, of course, extremely important to do and makes makes not only a lot of sense, but the reality is God is with us and in us and all around us. And more of us ought to recognize that. But you know, what, what can you do? That's an individual choice.   Vanessa Womack  12:19 Yes. And it's very sustaining. And it gives me and so many who are faithful hope, especially in these such troubling times.   Michael Hingson  12:30 Yeah. And a lot of ways my wife passed away in November. And   Vanessa Womack  12:37 I'm so sorry to hear that, because I remember she was there before going. Yeah, we tried this. Yes. Sorry to hear for sorry, for your loss. Well, her body   Michael Hingson  12:47 was just not keeping up as to 2020 22 went along. And as I tell people, the body doesn't always keep up with the Spirit. But the other side of it is she's still around here. And, and I know if I misbehave, I'm going to hear about it. Yeah, you got to keep on the straight and narrow somehow, which is fine.   Vanessa Womack  13:09 And it's important to keep those who have left this are the ones we've loved, near and dear to us, because they are and will always be a part of us.   Michael Hingson  13:19 Well, I'm, as I tell people, you don't move on from 40 years of marriage, but you move forward. And I think the difference is if you talk about moving on, and you're going to leave it behind and forget it. And that is something that I will not allow myself to ever do and shouldn't   Vanessa Womack  13:34 be very good at. I agree.   Michael Hingson  13:37 So what was growing up like in the South for you in terms of how did that affect or have any influence on what you've done and what you do with your life? Was the south an influence for you?   Vanessa Womack  13:51 Well, I had no choice to grow up where I was.   Michael Hingson  13:54 Yet South Korea course.   Vanessa Womack  13:57 I and it was a good childhood. It was full of fun. sene interesting things like being outside now is I don't know if children get out and play like we did growing up. It was so free willing and and we could explore neighborhoods, we could go into the woods and pick blackberries. Bring them home and mom would make blackberry cobbler and we went to an elementary middle and high schools that were very, you know, they welcome in that especially in elementary was segregated and a segregated school but the teachers and the administration were so nurturing and then in middle school, or what we call back then Junior High in your head. Yes.   Michael Hingson  14:55 I always remember that. Oh, school. None at all. All   Vanessa Womack  15:00 Oh, yes, I still have a young mine and but back then it was at the beginning of the integration. And I walked to school. I mean, we had maybe one school bus. It wasn't consistent on throughout the school year, but I walked to school, like all my other classmates from my segregated neighborhood. And, you know, I was a good student. There were some challenges. I remember when Martin Luther King died in a white classmate had some very awful things to say. And that resonated with me. I was like, This is not right. And, but this is how it is. And that was the awful thing about is like, you know, that's just, that was just a word we grew up in. And high school, I excel and became very active with some of the student groups. Even with the marching band, I was didn't play an instrument, I was one of the I guess you call a major nature it Yeah, majorettes. But I was very active. And my friends were black and white and Asian. So you, one becomes, you live in that world, and you say this, this is, this is who I am in this world. But how can I be effective? How can I make change and make a change meant to make friends and understand them and have them understand me, but it's it was, it was a good time. Yet, it was transformative for me in such a way that it prepares me little prepares us for what we have to deal with what was still dealing with, when it comes to, I guess, diversity and being inclusive and accepting one another. When someone asked, I think you would ask me, What makes me qualified to be a Dei, a consultant is that I live the life. It's the Skin I Live In. It's, it's the world in which we live in and having a voice to affect change. It's so critical.   Michael Hingson  17:46 Well, it is and I love so many things about what you just been saying. I am always amazed at my own experiences, and they really coincide with yours. Somebody made some comment when we were much younger, and it stuck with us and sticks with us or somebody observed something where we were taught something, and how, especially as younger people, when we're searching, and we hear something that really sticks with us. We we don't forget it. And it's unfortunate that somebody said something extremely negative about Martin Luther King, but at the same time, I think history has demonstrated the kind of person he was and the character that he had. But it is it is very true that history is history is. And I think it's so important. We don't forget that. You know, I collect old radio shows as a hobby. And I'm fascinated by the people who want to, for example, Ban Amos and Andy from radio collections. And they want to ban one thing or another and they say well, that's not who we are. It is what we were. And there are other parts about it. Like I wrote one of the authorities on Amos and Andy once a email. Because when I was growing up, I actually first listened to a miss an ad on television. I had absolutely no idea that they were black. And one day Amis nanny was no longer around on TV. And it was years later that I found out that they were taken off here because people didn't like the depiction of black people that Amos and Andy represented and while I appreciated that and and understand it, it is still what we were at the time. But then when I learned about that, and I went back and listen to old radio shows, mostly I didn't hear overt references to being black. Oh yes, there were the accents and so on. But I never heard the really overt references. So I emailed this authority, and I said, so I don't hear a lot of references to Amos and Andy on the radio being black. And she wrote back and she said, Well, when the show first started, and they came to New York, and one of the first questions, they asked us where to the dark people live. And she said, there were some references. But by 1937, references to color had completely gone away. And the reality is, it was a show that everyone listened to and love because of the quality of the humor, it had nothing to do, really with race, unless you allowed it to be. And so we really need to keep our history, because it teaches us so much.   Vanessa Womack  20:43 And I couldn't agree with you more, because it is knowing that history, which is critical for us now, if you don't know history, you're doomed to repeat it. But I listened to Amos. I listen to this show on the radio when I was little. And it just it fascinated me to know that there were people, people of color negros, who were actually acting, and I thought that was very significant as a young, very young child to hear that. And then to see, as I was growing up in the 60s, we had black and white television, but to see some of those shows like Julia and some black actors who were on some of the sitcoms and also like, Maddix, gosh, to see actors get involved, it was very important. And then to know how far we've come now, because we, as a black and brown people, we want to we've advanced so much, and we want to we're so capable, we have done so much. And we have been influenced and we've been encouraged to do even more now, which is exciting.   Michael Hingson  22:18 One of my favorite TV shows growing up was room 222. Do you remember that? Well, yes, I do. Yeah, that's never any reference to race on that show. And it was a show again, that that provided good entertainment. If you chose to focus on skin color, then you did, but the reality is that wasn't really any thing that was referenced in the in the show at all.   Vanessa Womack  22:50 Yeah, the focus is on you. Yes, your students then yeah. And relating to each other, helping each other that was that was the that should always should be the focus. And so anyway, it's it's disheartening now to read about books being banned, or talking about wokeness, which is just, you know, I don't want to say silly, but it is ridiculous, athletic. If you take a word like that, and you just make it sound so horrible. If you're not woke, then you must be asleep. You need to know what's going on in the world, you need to be aware and that's really what it's all about being aware of how our society has disenfranchise so many people to the point where they can lead the racism and discrimination continues. And we should be well beyond that as a society as a as a country and not to go backwards but to go forward to and to embrace and each other is who we are. Anyway, I've try not to get on my soapbox, no,   Michael Hingson  24:12 it's okay. And we should I one of my favorite books, and I think we've talked about it before is To Kill a Mockingbird or corpse which really is as dramatic a demonstration of how people were treated simply because of skin color, and the explorations of scout and learning about it. And, and of course, her father, then the movie, Gregory Peck, who did such a powerful job of dealing with that. how anyone could consider banning that book it. It makes me think that most of the people who want to do that are listening to someone and have never read the book and certainly have never processed it.   Vanessa Womack  24:55 Yes, I think those those folks who are a I think are living in fear of just afraid and afraid to knowing the truth.   Michael Hingson  25:09 Yeah, and that fear manifests itself in so many ways. And it is true that there's a lot of fear. And there are so many people who still get away with things. And hopefully one of these days we can see reality kick in, and that the whole issue be addressed. And it isn't just race. The one of the things about unstoppable mindset as a podcast as the tagline says, We're inclusion, diversity in the unexpected meet. I worded that way because diversity has decided not to include disabilities in any way. Whereas inclusion, either you are going to truly be inclusive, or you're not inclusive, and you can't be inclusive. If you don't include disabilities. Well, we're partially inclusive, we don't, we don't pray, we're not prejudices against race. But disabilities, you can't leave out if you're going to be inclusive. And so it's it is a different animal. And it's why I emphasize inclusion first. And the other part about it is societally speaking, technically speaking, and realistically speaking, everyone has a disability. And we've talked about at some on unstoppable mindset, one of the disabilities for most people is your light dependent, you don't do well, if there isn't a light on, and Thomas Edison and creating the light switch has invented a way for you to cover up the disability. But make no mistake, it's there. And in reality, we we all have challenges. I was at the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel around the time of the Oscars, and I checked in and my niece nephew and I were there and we dropped our luggage off in room and then we went downstairs, all of a sudden, people started screaming, and I said what's going on? Turns out we had a power failure not only in the hotel, but in the blocks around it. And, of course, some of us said it was all Jimmy Kimmel's fault, because he's the host of the Oscars. This was the day before the Oscars. But but the reality is people didn't know what to do with lighthouse. And just so many people had such a challenge didn't bother me a bit. We all have challenges. And we should recognize that just because some challenges and some people's challenges are different than ours doesn't make them less than us.   Vanessa Womack  27:29 And I agree, and sometimes by instance said, we become so accustomed to things that or the way we live, or we just don't understand how not having a disability or light or being able to maneuver out of a walk without the assistance of crutches or a wheelchair, we, we need to understand that. This is not something that people can not live with. We have to and we have to embrace those who may not be able to do the same things you are or I could do. And that needs to be in that word inclusive that needs to be recognized with organizations who say that yes, we are inclusive. But then you may ask, do you have? Do you provide accessibility on your website? Do you provide accessibility in your stairways in your office environments? And it doesn't always, of course, have to be a physical disability. It could be autism, it could be some other neurodiversity. Yeah, yes. And you don't visibly see that. So some people will just make assumptions that Oh, you're okay. There's nothing wrong with you.   Michael Hingson  29:18 And and then of course, we have the most significantly group of our significant group of people with disabilities at all, and that's politicians, but their disability is self imposed. Oh, they're fun to pick on though.   Vanessa Womack  29:33 Yeah, yeah. Pick on them anytime you want. Yeah.   Michael Hingson  29:37 But I'm an equal opportunity abuser you notice on me? Yes,   Vanessa Womack  29:39 I am. And say that to my to my students on an equal opportunity picker   Michael Hingson  29:43 honor. Many of them were born into it, and they've been losing ground as ever since as Fred Allen, the old radio comedian used to say, but that's true of a lot of people these days, but you know what it is, what do you do? Have you had any real significant event So stand out in your life that have changed you or really have affected you.   Vanessa Womack  30:06 And I always said, besides be becoming a mother, that will do it. Definitely. There was an opportunity. And I had an opportunity I did, I was a bone marrow donor and saved the life of a little girl spin over 30 years ago. And Katrina's her name, or was her name. She had been diagnosed with leukemia. And the National Marrow Donor Program at the time it was called now it's called Be The Match. Yeah, had numerous campaigns, bone marrow recruitment campaigns in the Washington DC area, putting particularly focus on a teenager who a black teenager, little girl Well, young woman who needed a bone marrow transplant, and no one in her family matched and it became a national campaign to save Joanne. So many people came out from churches, community groups, businesses, to just give a tube of blood or to get into registry. And all of that happened during a time where I had just been married for I don't even know if I was married, we were married a couple of years, a few years, and trying to have half a baby. But I submitted that blood sample for just to go in the registry. And lo and behold, a month or two later, I was called to as a preliminary match for another child, somewhere in the United States, went through all the required follow up tests and became the match for Katrina. And that was in 1991. And during the time that I was being prepped for the bone marrow extraction. Katrina was at the at the time, I didn't know but she was on the other side of the country in Washington, Seattle, Washington, the prepped, removing all of her disease, bone marrow, and I was being prepped to have a my bone marrow are harvested. And during the time that I was they were doing tests in a hospital and I guess I have to give it away it was in Reader's Digest. So story and Reader's Digest. One of the blood tests for me came back that I was pregnant. very ill, and I was, and they said, you can't donate narrow because the test says you're positive for pregnancy. And I said, I am not pregnant. And they said, you have to decide. I mean, I I couldn't stop the process because Katrina was already at death's door. So anyway, I said, I am not changing my mind. I'm going to do this. And you can test me again tomorrow morning before the harvest starts. And they tested again, it was negative. So that whole experience of becoming a bone marrow donor and then having the fear Well, I wasn't fearful. I knew I wasn't pregnant. To go through with it. Regardless of that test result to say Katrina's life, and that's what happened, she survived almost 19 years after that donation and miracle of all miracles, she had a little girl which according to you know, medical statistics once you are you go through a bone marrow transplant you you you lose the ability for fertilization, having children, but she did she had a miracle baby that changed my life.   Michael Hingson  34:34 Why? Why is it that being pregnant is a problem? Do you know? Well,   Vanessa Womack  34:42 the actual harvest standing of the marrow at the time and this was the nut through a stem extract stem cells, but it was through the iliac crest crest the lower back. I think harvesting the bone marrow may have impacted the, the the fetus if there had been. So I don't know how but they said it would it would be dangerous and they would not or could not do it if I was pregnant, but I really knew I was not pregnant.   Michael Hingson  35:19 But I gather you're saying that today it's different. And well, today they are you doing stem cells? And so yeah, different. Yeah. So   Vanessa Womack  35:28 I think it'd be different today. The process is dance since that time, and actually was a poster child for the bone marrow procreate?   Michael Hingson  35:40 Well, and you had children since then?   Vanessa Womack  35:42 Yes, I did. There you go. Yes. And they are adult children. Wonderful, wonderful children, one of each.   Michael Hingson  35:51 And they are probably as Mark Twain would say, so surprised at how much you've learned as they grew up.   Vanessa Womack  35:58 Then they might say he probably didn't learn enough.   Michael Hingson  36:01 It's possible to   Vanessa Womack  36:03 Yes. Yeah. They're they're very. They're wonderful adult kids.   Michael Hingson  36:10 That is really great that you have been able to go through that experience. And obviously, it sticks with you. And it certainly takes courage to be a bone marrow, well, transfer person?   Vanessa Womack  36:25 Well, it did, it did. And that was something that happened well over 30 years ago. But I also had a new one, I want to say probably a more recent or relevant experience. And that relates to my current career as a LinkedIn learning instructor, when I did the course managing a diverse team. And to me, that was a professional career highlight.   Michael Hingson  36:58 Tell us about that, if you would, please.   Vanessa Womack  37:01 Sure the the course is managing a diverse team. And it is on the LinkedIn learning platform. It was recorded back in 2017, and released in 2018. Now it is in along with English in nine languages, which is kind of exciting to see so many global learners who respond that they've taken the course on the LinkedIn platform. And as you can imagine managing a diverse team, it talks about how, you know, team management and being inclusive in embracing the team members, given them opportunities to become voices, functional team members, and how to deal with the conflict, too. And how to deal deal with some precede disagreements that might be discriminatory or an ad, and are racists and how do you work with people who might have different opinions, but I think there are some lessons learned in the course that gives the learners the audience some good information and how to deal with certain situations on the team, how to embrace diversity, how to celebrate diversity, and how to deal with culture in, in the in the organization. So it's called Managing a diverse team. And it's been on the platform now for five, almost five years.   Michael Hingson  38:56 So what is your career today? And where do you work? Or do you focus mainly on the LinkedIn course or what?   39:03 Oh, no, that said, I, it's it's great that people did still take the course but professionally, I navigate in the space of leadership, DEIA, or on the leadership side, I do facilitation consulting for boards of directors in that space and roles and responsibilities, helping them understand what that is and how to work strategically with each other and in the governance. area, and then with the DEIA have been operating or doing consulting work in an exciting industry. that is growing and developing in this region of Virginia, Richmond Petersburg region, which is the pharmaceutical manufacturing industry. And there are a cluster of businesses and educational institutions and biotech and biosciences organizations that are building that pharma industry here to make medicines more affordable, and to have that production in the United States, as opposed to outside the United States.   Michael Hingson  40:45 So you have your own company, or do you work for another company?   Vanessa Womack  40:49 Yeah, I have, I'm a small independent, I call myself a solopreneur.   Michael Hingson  40:56 There he goes.   Vanessa Womack  40:59 However, over the last two, three years, I've keep telling myself I need to hire someone, indeed, I do. Not to put a ton of spin on that, but   Michael Hingson  41:12 I get it. You do need   Vanessa Womack  41:18 to grow this solopreneur into more of a bonafide small business by hiring at least part time person to help grow the business. And that that is something I will be focusing on in the next several months to the next couple of years, just growing that part of the business to expand the services of whether it's the governance piece or the diversity piece, beyond the pharma manufacturing industry, in the pharma manufacturing industry, the cluster that's growing here in the Richmond Petersburg area, it is very important to in be inclusive in how we grow that industry to include communities of color, black and brown communities, communities that have been traditionally underrepresented in business growth and development. And that is going to be very important to provide that these in companies that are here, and those that come here, we hope to grow the region by bringing in more companies, that those companies would be diverse in their vendors and to create jobs that help these communities for employment, and to become more trained to build pathways into the jobs that would come at it the growth of the pharma manufacturing industry here.   Michael Hingson  43:10 How did you get involved in doing pharma kinds of things specifically?   Vanessa Womack  43:14 Well, let's be clear. I'm not in the menu. Right. Right. Right, however, but   Michael Hingson  43:21 how did you get involved with them as clients specifically? I'm just curious,   Vanessa Womack  43:25 I'll tell you, it was a heck I have to say it was a godson after I was separated from my full time job in 2021 thing, timing is everything. Yeah. It was time for me to start to look at growing my small gig, consulting solopreneur business. So I was putting out resumes responding to opportunities to bring in more income, and was approached or actually selected by this company called activation capital. And I am very grateful for them, because the President CEO of that organization, said, you know, interviewed me and follow up interview and offered me the consulting contract for the DEI a portion to grow that industry in this area. So it's basically a startup with the Alliance for building better medicine to make medicine more affordable and to make medicine here in the United States.   Michael Hingson  44:48 And you've been doing it ever since.   Vanessa Womack  44:51 Yes, it's been about a little over a year about a year that I've been doing the consulting work that I do have I've had other clients, particularly in the governance world, where I have the utmost for year have done some board a we called huddles, meet with the group in Kentucky. So it's nice to have out of state clients. And that was that worked out really well and hope to continue to grow in that aspect too.   Michael Hingson  45:31 Are you going to overtime update the LinkedIn course? Or do you think it won't need it? Or is it pretty evergreen the way it is?   Vanessa Womack  45:39 It's pretty Evergreen. And I say that because LinkedIn, they they own the course. And they can they recently updated it. And as I had mentioned, it's in different languages. So they have translated into so many languages, Spanish, German, Polish, Italian.   Michael Hingson  46:06 And you had to learn all those languages to run right guys. That is a really cool though, that that it's appeared in so many languages. Well, you know, I know that you also are an author. Tell me about that.   Vanessa Womack  46:21 Oh, my gosh, yes. And let's see my first book, my first novel, I should say, is a combination romance novel and a me what do you call it the growing up in your head? So one who is about a young woman who, who left Hall seven state to move to New York and really try to find her career? Sounds like everybody we've been talking. Yeah. So I'll I did use a lot of my imagination, which made the whole process of writing so exciting. Literary license, yes. And that first book is called a paint the sky purple paper, Sky purple. And I had a writing coach at the time. And she said, Vanessa, you're my first writing author client at the time, and I wrote the book and seven months, she said, I can't believe you did seven months. That was only because I had a little more time and I was excited. And every weekend I would keep writing, keep writing. Anyway. That was my first novel, and I'm still trying to write this second one. But I did publish two children's books on stem. The first one is Emerald Jones, the fashion designer diva, and Emerald downs ECERS. The children's books are for grades three, through five for ages eight to 12. To encourage students and teachers to really promote STEM science, technology, engineering, math and steam art in the classroom. The Emerald Jones is about a little girl who wanted to become a fashion designer, but she wants to quit school. However, she was very good in math. And she was encouraged by her principal and teachers not to think about quitting school, but to advance her math skills. And she did. The other one. The other one is bookie, and little array in the game. And bookie and little array are rivals in school. However they find that they have something in common. They both like designing games or wanted to be a computer game designers. So there's the technology, the engineer and the math skills that require that. So they bonded after some rivalry and became well at the end of the book. They become partners in a successful gaming business.   Michael Hingson  49:37 Cool. What's your next book project going to be then?   Vanessa Womack  49:42 Well, I have been toying around with it with a couple of different ideas. I have one that has been sitting in the computer for the last several years, about to two friends who have been friends since early high school, and they have a disagreement. But they come back together in their adult years and doing a very chaotic disaster, so to speak, where one is trapped in a building, and the other one's nearby to help her. And then they go on an adventure, not to give away most of the plot and they are there on an adventure to save not only family members, but save a company from really poisoning. It's its clients and it had to do with a medical procedure or a a invention that goes wrong. And anyway, well, that   Michael Hingson  51:04 well, you'll have to let us know when it comes out so that we can definitely put it up on unstoppable mindset. So what what's next for you? What, what are your plans going forward?   Vanessa Womack  51:15 Well, I I am working on it, as I said to grow, Vanessa Womack, consulting LLC, that is really what I need to do to as we say the business scale up. And there's another I guess I can call it a startup called broaden your board that would match boards, board of directors with people of color, or diverse to be more inclusive, to bring diverse candidates. That would be a good fit for their board to be, I guess, a match, bring the matches to them?   Michael Hingson  52:06 Well, I hope as you go forward, maybe in addition to color, and so on, you can think about disabilities and so on as being an option of of different Oh,   Vanessa Womack  52:16 absolutely. At boards. Absolutely. And when, when we're, when we want to be inclusive, all that would be part of the, you know, the opportunity to find candidates, that would be a good tip for these boards.   Michael Hingson  52:33 Well, that definitely is a cool thing. And it sounds exciting, and I'm anxious to hear more about it as it grows, as well as when that new book comes out, let us know. And we'll, we'll make it well, we'll have to have you back on Savile bind to talk about all that is as we go forward. But it is definitely exciting. And I'm really glad that we were able to, to spend the time and redo this. And I know you have to leave pretty soon. So we'll go ahead and thank you for being here. And for all the things that we had to say any kind of last words of wisdom you want to tell to people before we end this.   Vanessa Womack  53:14 Now, I want to thank you again for the opportunity to be on the broadcast. And for those who have been or those who will be it's a nice conversation to have to talk about the things that are, you know, life changing, or the important things in life to be in encouraging to, to have the opportunity to share different ideas. It is so important to have that connection. So thank you so much. I appreciate it. And when the book does come out, I'll let you know   Michael Hingson  53:53 you should that will be great. How do people reach out to you if they want to maybe engage your services or learn more about what you do?   Vanessa Womack  54:02 Now, there's my website, Vanessa womack.com. Very easy to remember. Can you spell please V A N E S S A W O M A C K.com They are so so the LinkedIn you can always reach out to me at LinkedIn. You can find me at the Vanessa Womack on LinkedIn or look for the course managing a diverse team. I'll also want to put up put a plug there that right now it's free. So if you want to take manage a diverse team, it's free for just a little bit longer. I can't say how much longer but you can go on and search for it and take it   Michael Hingson  54:53 well thank you very much for being here with us and for all the interesting things the fun things that we've had a chance to talk about and definitely you got to come back on again, when you've got books and other things all set to talk about, we would love to have you be back on here with us again, and I want to thank you for listening to us. You can reach out to Vanessa, we would love that. And you can certainly reach out to me, I want to know what you think about our podcast today. Please email me at Michaelhi M I C H A E L H I as accessibe  A C C E S S I B E.com. Or you can visit www dot Michael hingson.com. And click on podcasts and go there and listen to more episodes of unstoppable mindset. Or you can find them wherever you find any kind of podcast. So iTunes and Spotify and I heart and all those other kinds of places. We really appreciate you taking the time and we do want to hear from you. We want to hear your thoughts, your comments on this or any of our podcasts. And of course if you know anyone in Vanessa as well if you know anyone who might be a good guest to come on and stop by and said please let us know. We'd love to hear from you about that. And once more. Vanessa, thanks very much for being here with us today. And let's do it again soon.   Vanessa Womack  56:14 Okay, very good. You take care and everybody else please take care out there.   Michael Hingson  56:24 You have been listening to the Unstoppable Mindset podcast. Thanks for dropping by. I hope that you'll join us again next week, and in future weeks for upcoming episodes. To subscribe to our podcast and to learn about upcoming episodes, please visit www dot Michael hingson.com slash podcast. Michael Hingson is spelled m i c h a e l h i n g s o n. 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The Business of Meetings – Episode 151 – Every Seat Matters with Cleo Battle Today, Eric is joined by Cleo Battle, the President, and CEO of Louisville Tourism and the new Chair of the international board of MPI!  Cleo Battle Biography:  Cleo Battle, a hospitality industry veteran of nearly 35 years, currently serves as President & CEO of Louisville Tourism. Before coming to Louisville, he spent 12 years as Vice President of Sales & Services of the Richmond Convention & Visitors Bureau in Richmond, VA. He held the positions of Director of Sales and Sales Manager at the Richmond CVB.  Battle began his hospitality career in the hotel industry by working for Embassy Suites, Holiday Inn, and Sheraton Hotels. Battle is a native of Denver and a graduate of Metropolitan State University in Denver with a bachelor's degree in Hotel/Restaurant Management. He earned his Master's of Business Administration in 1997 from Averett University in Virginia. He is both a Certified Destination Management Executive (CDME) and Certified Association Sales Executive (CASE).  Battle's most recent industry recognition includes Events Industry Council 2020 Social Impact award winner, Business First Louisville's inaugural Power 50 as well as The Courier-Journal's 12 People to Watch in 2021.  Battle currently serves on the Meeting Planners International Board of Directors, Kentucky Derby Museum Board of Directors, Louisville Sports Commission Executive Board, LRAA Board, Kentucky State Fair Board, Louisville Zoo Foundation Board, Funds for the Arts Board, and Board Member for Northeast YMCA of Louisville. He is the Past Chair of Destination & Travel Foundation, Destination International Sales & Services Committee, and the Virginia State University Hospitality Department Advisory Board. Cleo's journey Cleo was a college track and field athlete. In his third year, he tore a leg muscle and since he was still undecided about what he would major in, he spoke to a school counselor who suggested going into the field of hotel restaurant management. He began taking classes and also worked as an intern in a hotel. Eventually, he was hired into the management training program for Promise Hotels. That's when his career took off! How athletics set Cleo up for success Learning how to run hurdles gave Cleo adaptability and flexibility and many other skill sets he needed to grow and become successful in his career. Cleo truly understands the importance of having a strong team and learned that you cannot do everything by yourself in business and that you are only as good as the people around you. His old boss from Richmond, Virginia, taught him the key to any successful endeavor lies in hiring well. He used to tell Cleo to hire well, provide good resources, and then get the hell out of the way!  Trust Trust is an essential ingredient for teamwork. People do much better when they work in a professional space where constructive criticism is valued, they can be honest about their thoughts, and where they know their opinions will be respected, regardless of what the leaders ultimately decide to do. Every seat matters At staff meetings, Cleo always tells the members of his organization that every seat matters. He wants them to understand that regardless of whether they are the director of sales, a marketing manager, or an administrative assistant, their seat in the organization matters! Enabling people Whenever there is a new subject matter, Cleo enables his team by inviting them to share ideas, thoughts and opinions on it. Cleo's current position Even though his current position as President and CEO of Louisville Tourism involves a lot of legislative work and more talk about politics than customers, Cleo maintains the belief it's vital to stay true to the core mission of Louisville Tourism and bring visitors to the community. MPI Since the beginning of January, Cleo became the Chair of MPI and serves on its International Board of Directors. He insists on his team having a growth mindset rather than one of recovery.  The cost of doing business has changed Since the pandemic, the cost of doing business has changed. So a lot of work has to be done on the industry brand to help those outside it see its value, what is being done, why it is important, and how the industry impacts people's lives. Getting more people to join the industry Cleo points out that personnel of hotels, convention centers, museums and attractions, restaurants, and airports cannot work from home. So the industry will need to figure out the right balance between automated and personal services going forward. He believes that the industry must invest in its brand to let more people know why it is such an exciting industry to join. Appreciation and acknowledgment Cleo feels that openly acknowledging his staff members and appreciating what they do are the best ways to encourage them to offer customers the best possible service! Connect with Eric On LinkedIn On Facebook On Instagram On Website Connect with Cleo Battle On LinkedIn Louisville Tourism MPI Books mentioned: Team of Rivals: The Political Genius of Abraham Lincoln, by Doris Kearns Goodwin

Bridgette Wilder joins us today to share her journey of growing up as a black southerner in the 70s. Although Bridgette faced racism, she refused to live her life as a victim, choosing instead to be kinder than necessary. Bridgette loves to find the good in people and help them reach their potential. Bridgette explains how a company can make sure everyone is “invited to dance”.Talking Points: {02:22} Growing up in the South as a Black Child{07:55} Seeing what is inside people and bringing out the best in them{09:00} Leading with kindness{11:20} Biggest issue from Bridgette's Childhood{17:44} Starting a career in HR{21:10} How to talk to people when they are disrespectful{34:10} How to create an environment where everybody gets to danceBridgette Wilder Bio:Bridgette is the Chief Human Resources Officer at the California Institute of the Arts She has worked in both the private and public sectors - she also has experience working with union, non-union, and service contract (SCA) employees.She earned an MBA from Averett University, a BA in Human Resources from Birmingham-Southern College, a BS in Workforce Education from Southern Illinois University, and AAS in Computer Science from Jefferson State Community College. She is a graduate of the Furman University/ Riley Institute Diversity Leadership Academy and a recipient of the Coretta Scott King Humanitarian Award.Resources and Links:Website: https://www.wilderhreeo.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bridgettewilderphrTwitter: https://twitter.com/bridgettemoniq1 Connect with Tom FinnLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/therealtomfinn/Instagram: https://instagram.com/therealtomfinnYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@therealtomfinnTiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therealtomfinnTwitter: https://twitter.com/therealtomfinn/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therealtomfinnPinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/therealtomfinn

This EP features Lee Burton. Lee is the president and co-founder of Functional Movement Systems, a consulting and education organization focusing on a systematic approach to injury prevention and exercise programming. He advises a wide variety of organizations and individuals including NFL, NHL, MLB, and NBA teams, military, and government entities, as well as the Cooper Clinic and Mayo Clinic. He formerly served as Director of Athletic Training at Averett University.  Lee is also an in-demand sports medicine presenter and consultant and presents on numerous sports medicine topics nationally and internationally. A prolific author of book chapters and articles in a variety of sports medicine journals, Lee is known for his publications and instructional videos focused on functional applications for the treatment, assessment, and conditioning of active individuals.  He is also the father of two teenagers. We had a great conversation about his life and legacy, enjoy!If you liked this EP, please take the time to rate and comment, share with a friend, and connect with us on social channels IG @Kingopain, TW @BuiltbyScott, LI+FB Scott Livingston. All things LYM at www.LYMLab.com, download your free Life Lab Starter Kit today and get busy living https://lymlab.com/free-lym-lab-starter/

Bringing a unique path to the college coaching ranks, Matt sits down with us to discuss how he has become the Director of T&F/CC at Averett University. Averette is adding men's and women's indoor/outdoor track and field to their athletic department for the first time ever along with building a brand new outdoor facility. We discuss moving from the high school to college ranks, what it's like to build a program from scratch, and the mentors that have helped along the way. WATCH ON YOUTUBE Want to have an exploratory conversation about YOUR track equipment needs? Connect with us: Host Mike Cunningham on Twitter: @mikecunningham Email: sales@gillathletics.com Phone: 800-637-3090 Twitter: @GillAthletics Instagram: @GillAthletics1918 Facebook: facebook.com/gillathletics LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/gillathletics/

ABOUT THE EPISODE This episode features 3x All American Samuel Braswell from Averett University. Braswell was part of the first recruiting class for the Cougars and transformed into one of the best lightweights in the country. We discussed his recent success at the U23 Greco World Team Trials, his growth on and off the mat at Averett, his relationship with Brandon Woody and Blake Roulo, and more. FOLLOW THE PODCAST https://anchor.fm/coachbonx2 | Twitter - @D3NationPodcast ABOUT THE PODCAST Hosted by Anthony and Gennaro Bonaventura, former DIII wrestlers at Waynesburg University and current DIII Assistant Coaches (Stevens Institute of Technology & Waynesburg). The D3 Nation podcast mission is to provide DIII wrestling news and updates throughout the year. We also look forward to delivering episodes featuring DIII coaches and wrestlers as special guests to share their stories. We are both passionate about DIII wrestling and want to use this platform to keep the wrestling community educated on what is happening in DIII plus raise awareness of the amazing stories in DIII Wrestling.

What does it mean to be a caring provider in a leadership role at a university? In the first episode of season three of The Quad, Stacy Gato, VP of Enrollment, shares her experiences leading Averett University through the COVID-19 pandemic, rebranding a diverse institution, and the revitalization of Danville, VA.

In this episode, Bridgette shares about how hybrid work, employee experience, and culture work differently in higher education, the role of technology, and much more.Bridgette Wilder is Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer at the California Institute of the Arts since June 2021. Prior to her appointment at CalArts, she served the Albany State University in the role of CHRO, and before that in the dual role of Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Safety Officer/Senior Manager at the City of Memphis. Additionally, she has served as the Chief Human Resources Officer for Media Fusion; Deputy Director of Human Resources/Chief Diversity Officer at The Citadel, Military College of South Carolina. She was the first African American Deputy Director and the only person to hold the dual role; an Employee Relations Representative & Corporate Trainer for Airborne Express; Manager of Recruitment & Training at INROADS, Inc. in Richmond, VA.; Market Source Corporation where she marketed IBM personal systems to the VA higher educational system; Automation Specialist for SouthTrust Corporation and Jefferson State Community College where she coordinated job fairs, presented career seminars, and provided job assistance to undergraduates and alumni; and Communications Link which she owned and specialized in facilitating career planning and software training workshops. Bridgette is also the Owner and Principal Consultant of Wilder HR Management & EEO Consulting which focuses on simplifying HR for small to mid- size businesses through customized solutions to manage their HR function. She earned an MBA from Averett University, a BA in Human Resources from Birmingham-Southern College, a BS in Workforce Education from Southern Illinois University and AAS in Computer Science from Jefferson State Community College. She is a graduate of the Furman University/ Riley Institute Diversity Leadership Academy and a recipient of the Coretta Scott King Humanitarian Award. Bridgette is a member of the Forbes Human Resources Council, SHRM Expertise Panel for Ethics & Corporate Social Responsibility and SHRM A-Team.

It's Tuesday and that means it's time for a new episode of the Self Publish N 30 Days Podcast! If you desire to share your story with the world, want to advance  in your career, and don't want to take years to do it  then this is for you. This week on Self Publish N 30 Days Podcast join us for a Special Edition  of YB's Collaboration Corner and listen as President of Sales Rob "YB" Youngblood interviews Ditu Kasuyi, President and CEO of Kasuyi and Associates, LLC.Ditu Kasuyi is the President and CEO of Kasuyi and Associates, LLC, an executive coaching firm in Richmond, Virginia. The company educates, motivates, and empowers professionals to develop their unique aptitudes for influence within their companies, families, and communities. Born in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, his mother's inspirational immigration journey to the United States motivated him to dedicate his life to empowering others.He is certified in the John C. Maxwell and Franklin Covey Coaching methodologies, as well as the Prosci Change Management Methodology. A longtime member of the financial community, where he not only built the foundation of his business expertise but also rose to top management, Ditu is a current member of the Corporate Advisory Board of Urban Financial Services Coalition (UFSC), a past President of the Corporate Advisory Board of UFSC, and a past National President of UFSC. Ditu holds an MBA from Averett University and B.S. degree in Business Administration from Saint Paul's College.Ditu regularly serves his community through volunteer work, and when he's not engaging with clients or enrichening his spirit, he spends time with his beautiful wife, Melanie Lee, and their active son, Ditu II.  Tune in for a new episode every Tuesday night at 7:30 pm (CST). www.selfpublishn30days.comYou can also watch this episode on our YouTube channel!https://youtu.be/S1NgrnZp9fsDon't miss another episode… Subscribe to our podcasts on iTunes, Spotify or Stitcher.If you have been thinking about how to publish a book but you're not sure how, Self Publish -N- 30 Days is the company for you! As the #1 Self Publishing Company in the world we are able to publish your book faster and with less stress than other services. We offer the same services as KDP Amazon  but with a personalized approach. We know that to publish on Amazon, there are several steps that seem intimidating if you don't know what to do. At Self Publish -N- 30 Days our skilled team will walk you through the whole process of how to write a book step by step. Contact Us Today!This Is The Year For Your New Book!

Ginger Henderson is the President of the Intercollegiate Dressage Association (IDA) and is the Chair of the Equestrian Studies department at Averett University in Danville, VA.  She is a graduate of Averett University and has her Master's from Lynchburg University.  Ginger is the Head Coach of the Averett IDA team which won the IDA National Championships in 2017 and she was named the 2011 IDA Coach of the Year and was inducted into the IDA Hall of Fame in 2016. vhenderson@averett.edu

Bio The 2020-2021 season marked the first year for Drew Bailey as the Head Baseball Coach at Bluefield State College. In the 2020-21 season the Big Blue finished 15-12 overall, marking their first winning season in school history.  The Big Blue won the first Black College World Series against the Xavier University of Louisiana.  Bailey, joined Bluefield State College after four different coaching stops and a professional playing career. Bailey spent time as the pitching coach at Concord University before becoming the pitching coach and RECOR for the Bluefield College baseball.  He was also the former head baseball coach at Averett University in Danville, Virginia.  Bailey played two professional seasons for the Athletics' organization where he posted a 5-0 record and had an ERA of 2.80 ERA. He racked up 48 strikeouts in 54 professional innings and limited opponents to a .216 batting average   Notes Surround yourself with great people He doesn't work for me, we work together Recruiting and cultureGot to be able to recruit and bring in talent Got to have standards and hold expectations Creating structure, recruiting, and building culture When guys develop mentally and maturity the baseball player develops Recruiting goals, alumni goals, classroom goals, ncaa regional goal as a team,  Set and communicate our Standards - work ethic, kindness, accountability,  “Developmental” team - JV team, we need to treat our last guy like our best guy I'd rather lose a close game against a rank opponent than go dominate a bad team Can't process and compete at the same time! Video is huge so they can see the adjustment Film and feel - we have to film it so we can cue it to be able to feel it Measure it to find out what type of pitcher they are - 2 seam or 4 seam, slider or curveball Most players struggle to accept their identity, and we need to help them identify who they are Pre throw activation - don't need to throw more than 15 minutes Mobility - yoga once a week Fast twitch, explosive intense movements/running rather than slow twitch long distance running Just because I played professional baseball people assume I know baseball. That is the biggest misconception in our game. Some of the best coaches in the game are guys who did not play at a high level Passionate, learning, and communicate are staff guys I am looking for Most high school kids don't understand how to hold runners and run the bases! Love the competition that breeds in the fallExit velo competitions - best average of ev wins! If you don't handle your academics you will not attack your baseball as good as you could It is a privilege to be able to play Adversity of schedule, practice, freedom do it without parents, Need support - we will support the kids, tutor groups, study hall 3.2 is the standard I have a problem with a guy who is  2.8 and could be 3.5! Grade checks, classroom checks - be where you are supposed to be. Expectations not rules Guys who are not accountable are not coachable Don't ride that emotional rollercoaster - keep pushing forward and keep working to push through adversity What can you control?  If you can't control it, don't focus on it “Into the real world” session - people from around the community in the real world and what they have done to push through adversity. Daily communication to help with their mental game I want my guys to know we are setting themselves up to be a better husband, father, co worker, etc “40 year commitment” not just 4 year! Your reaction to the situation is everything  What is your why? What's your playbook? Baseball is a platform, we need to serve others. Baseball is what we do, it's not who we are.   Butch Thompson - “you need to build them up before you break them down” Guys will play hard for you when they know you care about them I don't want to treat players differently just because they don't perform abailey@bluefieldstate.edu  

We met with Ryan Zuidema, Chief of Police at the City of Lynchburg Police Department at the Skyline on top of The Virginian Hotel to discuss societal issues facing our region and nation and how the department partners with our community to protect our citizens, while respecting the rights and dignity of all persons. Given that the issues discussed in this episode are timely and societal events change on a daily basis, it is important to note that this episode was recorded on April 16, 2021. About Chief Zuidema Prior to his current position, he served in a variety of operational and administrative roles throughout the department. Ryan received his MBA from Averett University and holds a graduate level certificate in local government management from Virginia Tech. Ryan stays actively engaged with the community through serving on several boards and participating in a variety of local initiatives. If you see him in the month of November, turn the other way, as he joins a bunch of other guys growing mustaches as a part of the Mustaches for Kids fundraiser. Ryan and his beautiful wife of 24 years, Jenna, moved to Lynchburg in 1996 from the Buffalo, NY area. They keep busy raising their two boys, Connor and Jack. Ryan is an avid hockey fan and roots for the Buffalo Sabres. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/all-for-business/message

Alexis Kilpatrick-Jones, J.D. Candidate, is a graduate with her Bachelor of Business Administration from North Carolina Central University and her Masters of Business Administration from Averett University in Danville Virginia. Her interest in the law began early, watching Ally McBeal, her favorite TV drama in the 90s; her passion for law has recently been reignited through the now 11-year fight for her husband's Veterans disability benefits. This process impassioned her so much so, that she has applied and has successfully been accepted to Atlanta's John Marshall Law School. Upon her commencement and Bar passage, Alexis plans to open a private practice in addition to a nonprofit, focusing on Veterans law. Be sure to follow Paralegally Speaking on social media @paralegallyspeaking and share us with your friends and family. Until next time, --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode Coach Sheffer sits down with Stan Hodgin, Offensive Coordinator for Division 3 Shenandoah University in Winchester, VA. Coach Hodgin Bio: Coach Hodgin has 24 years of coaching experience at both the College and High School levels, including stops as OC for Emory and Henry College & Averett University in VA. Coach Hodgin is currently the OC for Shenandoah University where he has been since 2013. In 2018 Shenandoah led all of college football in passing offense as well as finishing top 20 in scoring running the Air Raid Offensive System. Follow Coach Hodgin on Twitter: @S_Hodgin Host: Darrin Sheffer, OL coach at Brentsville District HS in Nokesville, Virginia Linktree: https://linktr.ee/coachsheffer Launch Pad Kickoff Tee: https://launchpadkickofftee.com/acp Discount code “ACP” for 10% purchase of single Tee plus other offers High and Tight Footballs: https://highandtight.com?sca_ref=579574.BKfRO1FbSQ Discount code “ACP” for 10% any purchase 2nd Skull: http://www.2ndskull.com/ Discount code ‘ARMCHAIR' for 20% off any purchase Knack Bags https://knack-bags.pxf.io/O6MjQ CSF Magazine: CSF Coaching Magazine (Coming Soon) | Coach Stone Football https://www.coachstonefootball.com/csf-magazine-coming-soon/

On this episode of The CC: America Podcast Host, Tomeria Jordan, interviews her friend of over 20 years, Morgan Johnson. Listen in as they talk about the field of HR, career journeys, faith and more. This episode is very REAL and RELEVANT and includes so many important highlights including finding God for yourself, never giving up, letting love lead, not letting comparison consume you, etc. We believe that whoever is meant to hear this episode will glean some important life lessons and nuggets as we seek to inspire and uplift.  About Morgan Morgan Johnson is an HR Specialist by trade and has years of experience in various different disciplines. Some of which includes but isn't limited to working as a counselor, manager, and certified trainer.  Morgan has an MBA with a concentration in Human Resources Management and Services from Averett University and a Bachelor's in Psychology from Virginia State University.  Tomeria and Morgan met at the Appomattox Regional Governor's School for the Arts & Technology and the rest is "herstory". They have been blessed to share so many fun memories over the years and have learned a lot on this journey called life.   Remember, where we start doesn't always end up being where we go and who we are isn't simply defined by what we do. Each of us is unique and as Morgan put it, "similar does not mean same."  Click HERE to listen on Apple Podcasts  Connect with Morgan on Instagram! @m.r.s.johnson  @say_sumthing_saturday @coco_and_beane Follow #Say_Sumthing_Saturday Love the Show? Buy Us a Coffee To help support the costs associated with producing the CC: America Podcast you can now buy us a coffee to show appreciation. Visit https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ccamerica Rate, comment, subscribe & share The CC: America Podcast We believe in inspiring the world so let's make The CC: America Podcast the #1 podcast for self-improvement, religion, spirituality and education so that we can inspire, uplift and transform lives.  Ratings help improve our rankings so definitely leave us your feedback so we know how we are doing. You can also screenshot the show as you listen and share the show links with your network so they too can be encouraged. Thanks for your continued support.  Follow our blog & access show links at ccamericapodcast.com The CC: America Podcast is available for replay on Apple Podcasts, Pandora, iHeartRadio, Spotify, Google Podcasts, and Amazon.  New episodes are typically added every other week; however, depending on availability new shows may be added weekly.   To stay informed follow the show on IG (@ccamericallc), Facebook at Confidence Centers of America (@ccamericallc) and now Tik Tok (@ccamericapodcast).  Podcast Sponsor Today's show was sponsored by Confident Connotations, www.confidentconnotations.com. Providing inspirational apparel and products that promote confidence, inspires life and sparks conversation.

CJ Law has been the Director of Intercollegiate Coaching and Head Coach of the Mount Holyoke IHSA Equestrian Team in South Hadley, MA for 37 years. CJ has guided the Mount Holyoke team to three IHSA National Championships, with 26 of her athletes bringing home individual National Championships and 3 Cacchione Cup winners. CJ is on the Board of the IHSA and received the IHSA Lifetime Achievement award in 1998. CJ received her B.A. in Equestrian Studies from Averett University. cjlaw@mtholyoke.edu

In today's episode, we celebrate our #1 downloaded guest, Dr. Markeith Royster! His episode about overcoming The Imposter Syndrome (EP13) inspired many of you and today he wants to encourage you to change your algorithm! Social media is feeding us a lot of stuff that may be contributing to wide spread depression and anxiety. Dr. Royster offers a productive and effective 3-part process to release stress and nurture your mind and body. If you haven't considered talking to a therapist, listen to how he has allowed therapy to change his life. Dr. Royster completed his Ed.D. in Educational Psychology at the University of Southern California. He received his M.Ed. in Education Curriculum and Instruction at Averett University and his Bachelor of Science in Applied Mathematics at Norfolk State University. After witnessing the disconnect between secondary education and access to higher education, Dr. Royster developed a number of college access programs to assist in the transition from high school to higher education. His goal is to ensure that students are able to understand, appreciate, and value their authentic selves while achieving their goals. To learn more about Dr. Royster's work, go to his IG @markeith.royster or email him at mroyster@usc.edu

Chris Sause shares his journey from growing up in Durham, North Carolina to becoming an Assistant Coach at Averett University (D3). He played alongside Jay Huff (University of Virginia) in high school and knew early on that he wanted to be a coach, he attended North Carolina Wesleyan and played under John Thompson while also serving as an intern and Administrative Assistant for the team during his four years in Rocky Mount. Coach Sause worked as a scout and social media reporter for the Phenom Hoop Report for a over a year and later accepted an Assistant Coach position at Averett University.

In our final episode of our limited series, “How Sororities and Fraternities Support Mental Health Awareness,” Dr. Markeith Royster, Delta Chapter member of Iota Phi Theta Fraternity, Inc. shares why it is essential to let go of the Imposter Syndrome. This Norfolk State University graduate co-created a course titled, “From Impossible to I'm Possible: An Analysis of The Imposter Syndrome Phenomenon” to encourage students to use the natural values they possess to combat systems built against them. Through social justice trainings, instructing student development courses and counseling students, Dr. Royster is able to combine his passion for access and retention as Community Director in Student Affairs in UCLA's Residential Life Department. Dr. Royster completed his Ed.D. in Educational Psychology at the University of Southern California. He received his M.Ed. in Education Curriculum and Instruction at Averett University and his Bachelor of Science in Applied Mathematics at Norfolk State University. After witnessing the disconnect between secondary education and access to higher education, Dr. Royster developed a number of college access programs to assist in the transition from high school to higher education. His goal is to ensure that students are able to understand, appreciate, and value their authentic selves while achieving their goals. To learn more about Dr. Royster's work, go to his IG @markeith.royster or email him at mroyster@usc.edu.

This week on After the Buzzer, host Bob Wallace speaks with two individuals with decorated sports industry resumes: Charles Harris, former Olympic athlete and current Executive Vice President at Averett University, and Herman Frazier, Senior Deputy Athletics Director, Chief of Staff, at Syracuse University.

On this episode we sit down with Grayson Eaton, the 21-year-old Social Media Manager of South Boston Speedway in South Boston, Virginia. We talk about Grayson's young career in racing both in Social Media and as an aspiring Pit Reporter/PA Announcer, his time as a student at Averett University during a pandemic and his own love for racing as a fan.

In today's podcast we talk with former Oak Grove Offensive Coordinator and current Averett University Offensive Coordinator Kirkland Brown.  We discuss his coaching career from Graduate Assistant to High School Offensive Coordinator and to College Offensive Coordinator.

We sat down with Hannah Voss- current Graduate Assistant Women's Volleyball Coach at Averett University- to learn more about her journey. Hannah began her coaching career straight out of college. She is entering her second season as the GA at Averett. Listen in to hear more about Hannah!

On Episode 54, the Bruddas welcome Averett University assistant men's basketball coach Chris "CJ" Sause to the show! The three talk about his beginnings as a basketball player at Voyager Academy in Durham and then a successful tenure at North Carolina-Wesleyan, how he broke into the coaching business, and many other topics. You can follow CJ on all social media platforms @CJSause. We Journal Great Sports is a multimedia journalism entity that covers high school sports in Wayne, Johnston, and Greene County, North Carolina. 20 high schools reside in those three counties this websites purpose is to connect with communities while telling the communities' and athletes' stories. This site will not have any subscription fees. Content and ideas will be will be accepted from people throughout the community, so please send your requests, compliments, and criticism to wjgsports@gmail.com. You can follow We Journal Great Sports on the following social media platforms: Twitter: @WJG_Sports, Instagram: @wjgsports, Facebook: WJG Sports, Website: wejournalgreatsports.com/wp, and subscribe to the YouTube channel: WJG Sports You can also follow Kai Jones on Twitter/Instagram @YGARTTD or @MMJKaiJones and Laieke Abebe @StrikaNation24_ and @LMAPreps (Twitter only) for the latest articles, photos, and news pertaining to high school sports in North Carolina and a plethora of other sports topics. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Lesley Villarose is the guest on this episode of The EdUp Experience. Lesley has about 20 years of experience in higher education all in student-facing roles. Currently, Lesley serves as the Dean of Students at Averett University, a private college with both online and on-ground operational units. In this episode, Lesley discusses issues facing Averett University (that can be applied to any school at this time) and she gives some insight into how administrators are tackling those issues with students' best interests in mind. Thanks so much for tuning in. Join us again next week for another episode! Contact Us! Connect with the hosts - Elvin Freytes, Elizabeth Leiba, and Dr. Joe Sallustio ● If you want to get involved, leave us a comment or rate us! ● Join the EdUp Community at The EdUp Experience. ● Follow us on Instagram | LinkedIn | Twitter | YouTube Thanks for listening! We make education your business!

Aaron Howell serves as Vice President of Business and Finance and CFO at Averett University in Danville, Virginia. This week on the show, Howell joins Megan Strand for a conversation on the changes and challenges facing the future of higher education. “We all know what the demographics look like over the next six to ten years,” says Howell. “It’s going to create different levels of competition than we’ve seen over the last twenty years at least … that competition does interesting things.” He shares Virginia’s story of the shrinking pie of available students and how the economic and demographic challenges are forcing CBOs in the state to be more agile. Business officers are in a unique opportunity to craft the next generation of finance leaders. His take: don’t just recruit for diversity, but create an environment in which you’re retaining your diverse staff, too. Join us this week for more lessons from seasoned finance leader Aaron Howell!

We are excited this week to have as our guest, Coach Drew Bailey.  Drew Bailey completed his first season as Bluefield College softball coach in 2018 and in a rebuilding season led the Rams to a 16-35 mark. Bailey came to BC after serving 2017 as head baseball coach at Averett University. Prior to his position at Averett, he served three seasons as an assistant coach baseball coach at Bluefield College. A native of Christiansburg, Va., Coach Bailey played collegiately at NCAA Division II Concord University, where he was a two-time all-conference relief pitcher. During his time there, he set the school record for saves and pitching appearances and was a member of the 2008 Concord team that broke the program's wins record. Following his junior season in 2010, Bailey was selected in the 35th round of the Major League Baseball draft by the Oakland Athletics. He had his best pro season in 2011 when he went 5-0 with a 2.34 earned run average with the Single-A Vermont Lake Monsters. In addition to the Athletics' organization, he also played with three independent teams. Coach Bailey also manages Drew Bailey Baseball and Softball LLC Training. Where they offer individual lessons for softball and baseball as well as camps.  Dial-in at 323-927-3014 to hear the insight this Coach will share.  

Jalane Schmidt (University of Virginia) recently brought a group of Virginia teachers to see Charlottesville’s tiny monument to its enslaved residents. One teacher had a startling personal revelation at that site. And: Elgin Cleckley (University of Virginia) is an architect who studies empathy. He says redesigning public space can help heal racial wounds. Plus: Danville, Virginia was once a Confederate capital. Now, teams of citizens are working together to tell the story of a different Danville: a city that hosted Martin Luther King Jr. and Thurgood Marshall, a city where brave teenagers forced the public library to integrate, and where opportunity for all is on the rise. Karise Luck-Brimmer (History United) recently took students and teachers from Averett University on an eye-opening tour of African American Danville. Later in the show: In this intimate conversation, Chioke I’Anson (Virginia Commonwealth University) and producer Kelley Libby (UnMonumental) share their thoughts on Confederate statues and compare experiences growing up of different races in the deep South.

Meet our guests and host: First segment: Reverend Dr. Marlene Fuller  end Dr. Marlene Fuller is the pastor of Pleasant Grove Baptist Church in Mechanicsville, VA. Dr. Fuller is the owner and director of LEAP, LLC where she provides counseling, spiritual direction, and life coaching to individuals and small groups. Dr. Fuller graduated from The College of William and Mary with a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology and Theatre/Speech, an MBA from Averett University, a Master of Divinity from the Samuel DeWitt Proctor School of Theology at Virginia Union University and earned a Doctor of Ministry in Formational Counseling from Ashland Theological Seminary. Learn more - click here! Second segment: Monica M. Bijoux Monica M. Bijoux is the founder and CEO of DECIDE TO MOVE, LLC (DTM), and has been coaching business owners, entrepreneurs, and individuals for over 15 years. She also has been working with veterans as they transition from active duty life to business owners and entrepreneurs for the last 10 years. Learn more - click here! Meet our host:  Sharvette Mitchell works with entrepreneurs to help them build their online platform so that they generate more revenue with an amazing online brand. She does this in a couple of ways with web design services, personal branding, social media coaching, and conferences. She is a graduate of Virginia Commonwealth University and for over 12 years she has hosted a weekly talk radio show every Tuesday at 6 pm EST - The Sharvette Mitchell Radio Show. Find out more at www.SharvetteMitchell.com.

Averett University assistant coach, Blake Roulo, joins the podcast to talk about his career in wrestling as well as how he got started in music. Blake describes his journey going from Virginia to Buffalo and back to GMU. Also, listen up for some BIG NEWS coming in Blake's life and the goals he has for himself and his program.

The Sharvette Mitchell Radio Show - Tuesday at 6:00 p.m. EST | www.Sharvette.com Meet our guest: Felicia V. Petit-Frere, MBA (Coach Fe) Felicia is the CEO and founder of Windsong Financial Coaching LLC.  She is a financial coach, budding author and speaker.  She holds a Master's in Business Administration from Averett University and a BS in Accounting from Norfolk State University. Her coaching style involves professionalism, integrity and approachability.  She has a unique gift for making the complicated clear. Learn more: https://sharvette.com/on-air-with-felicia-petit-frere/

Today, Patti Philips talks with Women Leaders board member and Averett University director of athletics, Meg Stevens. Meg’s been a go-getter ever since her undergraduate days at SUNY Cortland, where she was very involved with the student-athlete advisory committee. After graduating, she took on as much responsibility as she could in her first jobs, becoming a head women’s lacrosse coach at Buffalo State at just 23 and eventually the director of athletics at Averett at 34! Meg’s taken chances on first-time head coaches, is absolutely committed to equality and fairness on her staff, and her “3-2-1” philosophy will leave you eager to attack your days with energy – which we love! Head to womenleadersincollegesports.org for more about us and to become a member! Follow us at fb.com/WomenLeadersCS, and on Twitter and Instagram @WomenLeadersCS.

Thanks for checking us out today. Today, we were blessed to have Rev. Dr. Ralph Hawkins, Ph.D, with us in worship. Dr. Hawkins is the chair of the Religion Department at Averett University in Danville, VA. Today he is speaking on Joshua 24. We hope you are blessed by his message today. His message was entitled "It's Easier To Get The People Out Of The Egypt, Than To Get The Egypt Out Of The People"

Elton John sang something about Saturday night. I’m just trying not to get my butt kicked by my wife in Dr. Mario yet again. This is Short Time Shots for November 18, 2017. I’m Jason Bryant and spent the day over at Augsburg UNIVERSITY. Sorry Kyle Simmons, that is NOT a pun. Before I begin this monologue, I want to explain one thing about this particular version of the show. If I don’t get to a score, it’s because there was too much stuff to talk about. The point of this is to be short, not analyze every single dual that comes out. If it’s notable, and I’m not being lazy, it’ll make the show. Best way to make the show? Schedule duals for Tuesdays, there’s not much going on then. Now, dual-meet wise, it was slow in Division I, however Kerry McCoy’s Maryland Terrapins went west and beat No. 21 Stanford 18-15. McCoy spent time in Palo Alto as the Cardinal head coach prior to coming to Maryland, so he knows the landscape well. Saturday’s however, was OUTSIDE. Yes, Maryland’s wrestled TWO outdoor duals this year. Swing match at the dual came at heavyweight where Youssif Hemida topped Nathan Butler 3-1 to give the Terps the win. Maryland was put in a position to win when Brandon Cray. Wait, WHO? Beat All-American Connor Schram 8-7 at 125. Who the heck is Brandon Cray. A pretty solid kid out of New Jersey who went 26-7 during his redshirt year. Stanford surely to drop out of the Top 25 this week. Don’t expect Maryland to jump in, though. Missouri won 10 overall titles at the Joe Parisi Lindenwood Open, but six of them were in the Open Division, so we’re focusing action there. The big Missouri outcome was actually a loss by All-American Willie Miklus at 197 pounds. Coming back off an injury and moving up a weight, he was majored by Iowa true freshman Jacob Warner. That’s going to be quite the result when it comes time to pull or not to pull redshirts up in Iowa City. Of note, Barlow McGhee won at 125 in a weight where Zeke Moisey again struggled, defaulting to sixth after losing to Oklahoma’s Christian Moody. Daniel Lewis looked sharp up at his new weight class, beating Oklahoma’s Yoanse Mejias at 174 and the lone non-D1 champion -- DEMETRIUS Thomas, the returning NAIA champion from Williams Baptist. He beat Missouri’s Austin Myers 7-1. There was a team-scored invitational in Division I where Navy won its own Navy Classic by outdistancing Purdue 112.5 to 100.5. Old Dominion was third with 98.5 Navy crowned three champions -- Nicholas Gil at 141,Drew Daniels at 165 and Jaeden Bernstein at 174. Brown was the only other team with two champions as the Bears, yes, they are the BROWN BEARS, had champs from Justin Staudenmayer and Christian LaFragola. Notable champions included Luke Welch of Purdue at 125, Josh Terao of American at 133, Matthew Kolodzik of Princeton at 149, Cory Griego of Oregon State at 197 and Mike Hughes of Hofstra at heavyweight. At the Georgia Open hosted by Emmanuel College, Maveric Rechsteiner captured the championship at 285 pounds. Some of you already know why I’m plugging this one. Rechsteiner is the son of Rob Rechsteiner, whom many of you may know as professional wrestler Rick Steiner. Pretty cool. Wesleyan captured the championship at the Doug Parker Invitational held at Springfield College in Springfield, Mass. Coach Drew Black’s Cardinals won three weights and placed eight overall to outdistance second-place Southern Maine 125-116. Back in Division I, NC State swept three opponents at the Wolfpack Duals. The seventh-ranked Pack beat Utah Valley 34-6, Division II UNC Pembroke 48-0 and NAIA Reinhardt 54-0. In Division II, Seton Hill rallied to win the last four bouts to defeat Millersville 20-18. You’re going to see a theme developing here. Damon Greenwald, Billy Bowlen, Jacob Temple and Jody Crouse swept 174 through heavyweight to give the Griffins the win. Of note on the Millersville side of things, 125-pounder Aaron Wildonger pinned third-ranked Alan Diltz in the first period. Other shoutouts go to Thomas More in Division III winning three duals on the day, topping Trine, MacMurray and Ancilla. That’s Thomas More, the school, not a singular person. The school is named after a person. You get the idea. The Saints, YES, Thomas More, like in the Val Kilmer movie The Saint. Still my favorite movie with Elisabeth Shue. Seriously. Dual action in Division III and a BIG ONE held at Roanoke Catholic High School in Roanoke, Virginia sees No. 11 Ferrum rip off five straight individual matches to come from behind to beat No. 3 Stevens Tech 21-18. The Panthers, in just the program’s fifth year, registered the program’s biggest win to date. Wins down the stretch by Andrew Tolbert, Blake Rosenbaum, Zach Shaffer, Hunter Goulart and Carlos Leyva gave Nate Yetzer’s squad the win. They are rolling there in Southwest Virginia. It was somewhat similar for another Virginia school, but in the other direction as Averett University wrestled its first dual as a first-year program and fell to Huntingdon 24-21. The Hawks won the last four matches, all by bonus points, to rally from a 21-3 deficit. Baldwin Wallace went 4-0 at the Mount Union Duals. Jamie Gibbs’ squad is serving as the host for the Division III National Championships this year in Cleveland. Muhlenberg hosted and won the Scotty Wood Duals, beating Camden County College in the final. On the women’s side, McKendree came away with the team championship at the Missouri Valley Invitational. The Bearcats placed 11 and crowned three individual champions. Brenda Reyna had three techs and a fall en route to her title at 123 pounds. Senior Megan Black, a U23 World Teamer, went 4-0 to take gold at 130, while Junior World bronze medalist Alexis Porter went 5-0 to win the title at 143. Get all those scores and more at the nation’s most robust college wrestling scoreboard at mattalkonline.com/scoreboard. Olivet Duals, Star City Duals and McDaniel duals still need to be added in the morning, but until then, show us some love by contributing to the network at mattalkonline.com/jointheteam. I got no Elton John jokes, except the whole Diet Coke campaign he had in the 90s. And some people I know saw him in Baku in 2007.   The Short Time Time Wrestling Podcast is proudly supported by Compound Clothing. And if you haven't already, leave a rating and a review on iTunes. SUBSCRIBE TO SHORT TIME Apple Podcasts | Stitcher | Spreaker | iHeartRadio | TuneIn Google Play Music | iOS App | Android App | RSS GET DAILY WRESTLING NEWS! You like wrestling news, right? Of course you do. Did you know you can sign up for FREE to subscribe to the Mat Talk Online DAILY WRESTLING NEWS e-mail newsletter that's published EVERY morning with the previous day's top news stories from outlets all around the globe. It's free and it's a great way to start your wrestling day. Almanac Time! Get the Cadet & Junior Nationals All-American Almanac, a 250-page digital download. It's available now and if you use the promo code "JB" you'll save $5 off the cover price. It's got every All-American EVER in Fargo (and the locations that were before Fargo) and every breakdown by year and state. Oh, you know this guy who says he placed at Juniors? Fact check him or her quickly by buying one now! Looking to start a podcast of your own? Get a free month with Libsyn by using the promo code MTO when you sign up. You'll get the remainder of the month from when you sign up as well as the next month free. It'll be enough time to kick the tires and lights some fires.

Have you ever asked yourself, Do I Not Matter? If so, then this is the telesummit that you do not want to miss. Changing Minds Online has partnered with 5 phenomenal speakers who are ready to empower you with their stories on how to overcome doubting your self-worth and to understand, you do matter. Join us September, 18th – 22nd at 7pm CST and be ready to be elevated to the understanding, you matter! You will need to register for this free conference in order to attend. Today's speaker Sherman Urquhart is speaking on "Overcoming Obstacles" S.C. Urquhart is an educator, scholar and life coach. He is a Virginia native, and has served in the education field for almost a decade. After battling the storms of addiction, incarceration, and failure for many years, his passion for helping people tap into their unlimited potential became the driving force behind his ultimate victory and many accomplishments. S.C. obtained his Bachelor's of Arts degree in English studies from Virginia State University. He holds a Master's degree in Education, Curriculum and Instruction from Averett University and an Educational Specialist degree in Education Leadership from Liberty University. S.C. is currently pursuing his Doctoral degree in Education Leadership at Liberty University. He works as a Career Coordinator, helping students master various disciplines as they work towards their high school diplomas, certifications, and GED's. He also works to help students create and nurture their financial management plans. S.C. mentors young people and enjoys opportunities to share his story of tragedy and triumph. Aiming to guide young people away from the pitfalls he has had to endure, S.C. works to shift the mind through philosophical reasoning and logical action. He helps students understand their place in the universe, and the importance of living a maximized life that reflects that valuable place.

On Episode 348 of the Short Time Wrestling Podcast, host Jason Bryant returns to talk with Sally Roberts of Wrestle Like A Girl. On July 29, Wrestle Like A Girl held the Glitter into Gold Gala in Colorado Springs and a major news bombshell was dropped. During the presentation, Meg Stevens, the AD at Averett University in Danville, Virginia, was shown telling the crowd that Averett had signed on as the 10th NCAA member institution to pledge its support to women's wrestling. It became real. Roberts will explain what went into the bid submission for the NCAA Emerging Sports status and what the timeline is and when Wrestle Like A Girl and the wrestling community can find out if the plan to bring women's wrestling to the NCAA will become a reality. JOIN THE TEAM And if you're a fan of the extensive and broad-based reach of the shows on the Mat Talk Podcast Network, become a TEAM MEMBER today. There are various levels of perks for the different levels of team membership. If you like wrestling content -- scratch that -- if you LOVE great wrestling content, consider becoming a team member. You'll get some cool stuff too. The Short Time Time Wrestling Podcast is proudly supported by Compound Clothing. And if you haven't already, leave a rating and a review on iTunes. GET DAILY WRESTLING NEWS! You like wrestling news, right? Of course you do. Did you know you can sign up for FREE to subscribe to the Mat Talk Online DAILY WRESTLING NEWS e-mail newsletter that's published EVERY morning with the previous day's top news stories from outlets all around the globe. It's free and it's a great way to start your wrestling day. SUBSCRIBE TO SHORT TIME iTunes | Stitcher | Spreaker | iHeartRadio | TuneIn | Google Play Music | iOS App | Android App | RSS Almanac Time! Get the Cadet & Junior Nationals All-American Almanac, a 250-page digital download. It's available now and if you use the promo code "JB" you'll save $5 off the cover price. It's got every All-American EVER in Fargo (and the locations that were before Fargo) and every breakdown by year and state. Oh, you know this guy who says he placed at Juniors? Fact check him or her quickly by buying one now! Looking to start a podcast of your own? Get a free month with Libsyn by using the promo code MTO when you sign up. You'll get the remainder of the month from when you sign up as well as the next month free. It'll be enough time to kick the tires and lights some fires.

Dr. Tiffany Franks, President of Averett University in Danville, Virginia discusses the importance of the college experience being one where students are able to apply what they are learning in the classroom. She responds to a statistic where 85% of today’s college students do not take a history class.

Episode 14 of The Ice Hour, a Division III wrestling podcast, is with two of the newest coaches in Division III, Scott Legacy at Castleton University and Tommy Owen at Averett University. Legacy is a longtime high school coach in Vermont, leading Mt. Anthony Union to 28 consecutive state championships. He was hired as the head wrestling coach at Castleton last winter and the Spartans are heading into their first season as an active Division III squad. Owen, most recently an assistant coach at Division I SIU Edwardsville, was hired October 7 to be the new head coach at Averett in Danville, Va. Owen previously had a stint in Virginia, coaching with Joe Russell at George Mason University. it's Owen's first head coaching job and he's a newbie when it comes to the world of Division III wrestling. Both coaches share their past experiences and look forward to guiding their programs forward in a new challenge for each coach. The Ice Hour is proudly sponsored by My House Sports Gear. SUBSCRIBE TO THE ICE HOUR iTunes | Stitcher | Spreaker | Soundcloud | Google Play Music | Android | RSS JOIN THE TEAM And if you're a fan of the extensive and broad-based reach of the shows on the Mat Talk Podcast Network, become a TEAM MEMBER today. There are various levels of perks for the different levels of team membership. If you like wrestling content -- scratch that -- if you LOVE great wrestling content, consider becoming a team member. You'll get some cool stuff too. Looking to start a podcast of your own? Get a free month with Libsyn by using the promo code MTO when you sign up. You'll get the remainder of the month from when you sign up as well as the next month free. It'll be enough time to kick the tires and lights some fires.

Have you searched for records and finally found that special person you have been looking for?  So what?  What does the record tell you?  Is this all that you need? Join Dr. Shelley Murphy, aka "familytreegirl" for a discussion on the "SO WHAT" concept?  "So What" is a concept used in the Midwestern African American Genealogy Institute to help analyze genealogical records and resources. The goal is to question the value of the evidence and plan the path to new leads and discoveries.  Shelley Murphy, aka "familytreegirl" is a native of Michigan. Shelley has been an avid genealogist for over 25 years researching the Davis, Marsh, Goens/Goins/Goings, Roper, Boyer, Worden, Cureton, & Murphy, etc. family lines. She attends and presents at local and national conferences and currently works for a nonprofit and serves as adjunct faculty at Averett University. In addition, Shelley is a founding member and current President of the Afro-American Historical Genealogical Society Chapter of Central Virginia. 

Have you considered joining a lineage society?  Why is a lineage society important?  Do you know what information and research is required to qualify for membership?   Dr. Shelley Murphy and True Lewis will answer your questions and discuss the research and documentation process to prove your ancestors connection to the Revolutionary War.  Chatters are encouraged to call in to share their thoughts and research on joining a lineage society. Dr. Shelley Murphy, aka "familytreegirl" is a native of Michigan. Shelley has been an avid genealogist for over 25 years researching the Davis, Marsh, Goens/Goins/Goings, Roper, Boyer, Worden, Cureton, & Murphy, etc. family lines. She attends and presents at local and national conferences and currently works for a nonprofit and serves as adjunct faculty at Averett University. In addition, Shelley is a Coordinator of the Track 1 for the Midwest African American Genealogy Institute.  The only Institute developed exclusively to address the issues associated with African American Research. True Lewis is a Family Historian & Geneablogger for her personal diary and family history research work on  MyTrueRoots.com . She was also a guest on the Season 2 - Genealogy Roadshow St. Louis Episode. She is also the Family Historian for www.ike-iveryfamily.org in Honor of Ike Ivery his 3 wives and 23 Children.   

Have you searched for records and finally found that special person you have been looking for?  So what?  What does the record tell you?  Is this all that you need? Join Dr. Shelley Murphy, aka "familytreegirl" for a discussion on the "SO WHAT" concept?  "So What" is a concept used in the Midwestern African American Genealogy Institute to help analyze genealogical records and resources. The goal is to question the value of the evidence and plan the path to new leads and discoveries.  Shelley Murphy, aka "familytreegirl" is a native of Michigan. Shelley has been an avid genealogist for over 25 years researching the Davis, Marsh, Goens/Goins/Goings, Roper, Boyer, Worden, Cureton, & Murphy, etc. family lines. She attends and presents at local and national conferences and currently works for a nonprofit and serves as adjunct faculty at Averett University. In addition, Shelley is a founding member and current President of the Afro-American Historical Genealogical Society Chapter of Central Virginia. 

Have you searched for records and finally found that special person you have been looking for?  So what?  What does the record tell you?  Is this all that you need? Join Dr. Shelley Murphy, aka "familytreegirl" for a discussion on the "SO WHAT" concept?  "So What" is a concept used in the Midwestern African American Genealogy Institute to help analyze genealogical records and resources. The goal is to question the value of the evidence and plan the path to new leads and discoveries.  Shelley Murphy, aka "familytreegirl" is a native of Michigan. Shelley has been an avid genealogist for over 25 years researching the Davis, Marsh, Goens/Goins/Goings, Roper, Boyer, Worden, Cureton, & Murphy, etc. family lines. She attends and presents at local and national conferences and currently works for a nonprofit and serves as adjunct faculty at Averett University. In addition, Shelley is a founding member and current President of the Afro-American Historical Genealogical Society Chapter of Central Virginia.