Podcasts about AVP

Welcome to Life in the Leadership Lane where I am talking to leaders making a difference in the workplace and in our communities. How did they get to where they are and what are they doing to stay there! Buckle up and get ready to accelerate in the Leadership Lane! This week, I am talking with Eric Van Duren, AVP, Talent Acquisition, Ascension and Author, “When The Room Already Knows; How Leaders Turn Instant Insight Into Responsible Decisions”.How did Eric get started in his career?What led Eric to Talent Acquisition and Leadership?What inspired Eric to publish a book?When did Eric “find his lane” in his career?What does Eric share about technology and stewardship? What does Eric share about one band, one sound?What does Eric share about making better decisions?What does Eric share about the recruiting landscape?What advice does Eric share to help others in theworkplace?…and more as we spend “Time to Accelerate” with afew more questions.Interview resources:Favorite quote from Eric:“When you sharpen skills for your team, you're also sharpening skills on your own leadership edge.”Connect with Eric on LinkedIn    Get a copy of Eric's book When The Room Already Knows: How Leaders Turn Instant Insight Into ResponsibleDecisionsLearn more about the podcast host Bruce WallerCheck out Bruce's books Drive With Purpose: Move Your Career from Success toSignificance (#1 New Released book on Amazon)Life in the Leadership Lane; Moving Leaders to Inspire and Change the Workplace Find Your Lane; Change your GPS, Change your Career (“Book Authority” Best Books)Milemarkers; A 5 Year Journey …helping you record daily highlights to keep you on track.Connect with Bruce on LinkTreeSubscribe to Bruce's Blog “Move to Inspire” Get relocation support for your next household goods orcommercial office move across the US by reaching out to Bruce at bwaller@goarmstrong.com or visit The Armstrong Company

This episode of SANDCAST: Beach Volleyball with Tri Bourne and Travis Mewhirter features Jacob LaBouliere, USA Volleyball's next big blocker -- and we mean BIG blocker -- who has already made a quick name for himself both on the AVP and Beach Pro Tour. They're talking: Where LaBouliere just appeared from How he gave up a good job as an electrical engineer to pursue professional beach volleyball Studying under Chase Budinger and others in the USA Volleyball pipeline while he's nursing an injury His goals for beach volleyball and where he wants the game to take him And a whole lot more! Chapters with Jacob LaBouliere 00:00 Introduction and Initial Banter 05:35 Injury and Recovery Journey 10:40 Overcoming Health Challenges 12:34 Training and Performance Insights 18:51 Navigating the Competitive Landscape 22:06 The Power of Visualization in Sports 25:05 Experiencing Pressure in Competitive Environments 31:56 Defining Success: Championships vs. Olympics 35:21 The Journey of a World-Class Athlete 39:00 Mastering the Art of Blocking in Volleyball 45:42 The Art of Blocking in Volleyball 47:59 Strategies for Effective Defense 50:27 The Importance of Timing and Positioning 53:02 Visualizing the Game: Anticipation and Reaction 55:57 Practicing for Success: The Role of Drills 59:59 Navigating Injury and Recovery 01:02:00 Building Relationships in the Sport SHOOTS! We have a NEW BOOK! Pre-order your copy of Volleyball for Dummies today at Barnes and Noble! Get 25 PERCENT off and FREE SHIPPING on all Mikasa products with our code, SANDCAST and play with the ball. played with the best in the game. Head to Mikasa's website and get your bag of balls today! Get 10 PERCENT OFF VBTV using our discount code, SANDCAST10 Want to get better at beach volleyball? Use our discount code, SANDCAST, and get 10 percent off all Better at Beach products!  Want SANDCAST merch? We got you covered. Check it out here! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode of the Elevate Care podcast, host Nishan Sivathasan sits down with Terin Stamps, Vice President, Credentialing Solutions at AMN Healthcare, to explore how credentialing—often dismissed as a back-office paperwork function—can become a powerful competitive advantage for health systems. Terin draws on more than 15 years of healthcare operations experience to break down what credentialing actually encompasses, how automation and AI are reshaping the function, and why involving credentialing teams earlier in the contracting process leads to faster onboarding, fewer disruptions, and stronger patient safety outcomes. She also addresses how health systems can build crisis-ready credentialing playbooks and shares her outlook on where the space is headed over the next five years. About Terin Stamps Terin Stamps is the Vice President of Credentialing Solutions at AMN Healthcare, a role she has held for three years. With over 15 years of healthcare operations experience, Terin previously served as an AVP at HCA Healthcare and has worked across three major health systems. Her team transforms what many perceive as a compliance-heavy administrative function into a strategic capability that drives growth readiness and patient safety. Terin is a passionate advocate for standardization, smart technology adoption, and the consultative role credentialing can—and should—play throughout the full workforce lifecycle. Chapters 00:00 – Introduction and Welcome 00:17 – Terin's Background and Role at AMN Healthcare 01:00 – What Is Credentialing? Breaking Down the Basics 02:42 – Federal, State, and Facility Requirements: Finding the Balance 03:27 – Credentialing as a Patient Safety Function, Not Just a Barrier 04:36 – How the Pandemic Changed Credentialing and Compliance 06:05 – Turning Credentialing into a Competitive Advantage 07:31 – The Impact of Streamlining: Faster Starts and Happier Clinicians 08:15 – The Role of Automation and AI in Modern Credentialing 09:22 – Building Technology That Flexes Without Creating Chaos 10:44 – Maintaining the Human Touch Alongside AI 10:44 – Credentialing in a Labor Disruption: Building Your Crisis Playbook 12:42 – Short-Term Fixes vs. Long-Term Credentialing Strategy 14:41 – What the Next 12 to 18 Months Look Like 13:36 – The Three-Year and Five-Year Outlook: Data Sharing and Strategic Integration 16:32 – AI Agents and the Future of Workforce Productivity in Healthcare Sponsors: We're proudly sponsored by AMN Healthcare, the leader in healthcare staffing and workforce solutions. Explore their services at AMN Healthcare. Learn how AMN Healthcare's workforce flexibility technology helps health systems cut costs and improve efficiency. Click here to explore the case study and discover smarter ways to manage your resources!Discover how WorkWise is redefining workforce management for healthcare. Visit workwise.amnhealthcare.com to learn more.About The Show: Elevate Care delves into the latest trends, thinking, and best practices shaping the landscape of healthcare. From total talent management to solutions and strategies to expand the reach of care, we discuss methods to enable high quality, flexible workforce and care delivery. We will discuss the latest advancements in technology, the impact of emerging models and settings, physical and virtual, and address strategies to identify and obtain an optimal workforce mix. Tune in to gain valuable insights from thought leaders focused on improving healthcare quality, workforce well-being, and patient outcomes. Learn more about the show here. Find Us On:WebsiteYouTubeSpotifyAppleInstagramLinkedInXFacebook Powered by AMN Healthcare Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

"LIVE" #PSRlaw Studios #LasVegas it's #SportsXradio w/ #KenThomson on a #ThrowbackThursday w/ Guests: #HondoCarpenter #Raiders #BeatWriter #SportsIllustrated & #Veteran #SportsHandicapper the #Original A-I #AndyIskoe plus #Beach #Volleyball #Stud #HagenSmith son of #Legendary #Champion #SinjinSmith  - #Hagen & partner #LoganWebber are in #LasVegas for #AVP event at #ResortsWorld 

Keith Golembiewski, AVP, director, annuity research, LIMRA, discusses sustained strength in U.S. annuity sales, driven by market volatility, higher interest rates and demand for protected growth and retirement income solutions.

In this UC Today interview, host Kristian McCann sits down with Kunal Shukla, GM and Head of Network APIs at Vonage, and Chung H. Lee, AVP of Product Innovation at AT&T Business, to unpack why traditional authentication methods are breaking down—and what comes next.From the hidden cost of fraud to the growing limitations of SMS-based verification, the discussion reveals why enterprises must rethink how they balance security with seamless user experiences. More importantly, it introduces a new, network-led approach that leverages telco intelligence to authenticate users silently—without adding friction.This isn't just theory. Vonage and AT&T break down how network APIs are transforming authentication and reducing friction across the customer journey.Key points include:Why a $10 trillion cybercrime economy is forcing businesses to rethink authentication strategiesHow SMS OTP creates friction—and opens the door to phishing, interception, and poor UXWhat “silent authentication” looks like using real-time network intelligence and telco dataHow Vonage, AT&T, and partners are building an ecosystem to deliver secure, seamless digital trustNext Steps:Stay ahead of fraud trends and join the UC Today LinkedIn community at linkedin.com/groups/9551264 and subscribe to the newsletter at uctoday.com/register.

Engage Summit 2026 is almost here, and the excitement is building. In this special episode of Pulse Check, Engage emcees Brendan Henkel, AVP of Solutions Engineering at Element451, and Cecily Street, VP of People at Element451, sit down to preview what's in store for this year's conference in Charlotte. From reflecting on the remarkable growth of Engage—from a small gathering in a Raleigh hotel conference room to a major industry event at the Charlotte Convention Center—to sharing what they're most excited about this year, Brendan and Cecily offer a behind-the-scenes look at the community, innovation, and energy that make Engage such a unique experience. The conversation highlights major announcements attendees can expect to hear more about, including Element451's expanding Bolt AI capabilities, the newly announced Encoura partnership, and a few surprises still waiting to be revealed on stage. They also discuss the importance of community, networking, and the connections that continue long after the conference ends. Whether you're attending in person, joining through Engage Digital Summit, or simply curious about what's ahead for higher education and AI, this episode offers a preview of the conversations, innovations, and experiences shaping Engage 2026. Register for Free Engage Digital Summit - - - -Connect With Our Host:Mallory Willsea https://www.linkedin.com/in/mallorywillsea/https://twitter.com/mallorywillseaAbout The Enrollify Podcast Network:The Higher Ed Pulse is a part of the Enrollify Podcast Network. If you like this podcast, chances are you'll like other Enrollify shows too!Enrollify is made possible by Element451 — The AI Workforce Platform for Higher Ed. Learn more at element451.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome back to SANDCAST: Beach Volleyball with Tri Bourne and Travis Mewhirter, where, rather than Travis, it's our Amigo, Kyle Friend in the studio, answering all of your fan questions for our June beach volleyball mailbag episode. They're chatting: Favorite newcomers in beach volleyball, both on the AVP and Beach Pro Tour Who they think will make the LA 2028 podium The impact of Sweden and Norway on beach volleyball If Taylor Crabb and Andy Benesh sold their souls for two forfeit bronze medals SHOOTS! We have a NEW BOOK! Pre-order your copy of Volleyball for Dummies today at Barnes and Noble! Want SANDCAST merch? We got you covered. Check it out here! Get 25 PERCENT off and FREE SHIPPING on all Mikasa products with our code, SANDCAST and play with the ball. played with the best in the game. Head to Mikasa's website and get your bag of balls today! Get 10 PERCENT OFF VBTV using our discount code, SANDCAST10 Want to get better at beach volleyball? Use our discount code, SANDCAST, and get 10 percent off all Better at Beach products!  If you want to receive our SANDCAST weekly newsletter, the Beach Volleyball Digest, which dishes all the biggest news in beach volleyball in one quick newsletter, click here and sign on up! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Graduation is more than a milestone; it's a critical financial starting point. In this episode, learn how to help the grad in your life get started out on strong financial footing from WHZ's AVP, Wealth Advisor Logan Lum.LEARN MORE IN THE COMPANION BLOG POST >- Subscribe to the You and Your Money podcast- Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and YouTube- See how we can create a tailored financial strategy to help you live with Absolute Confidence, Unwavering Partnership, For Life: whzwealth.com 

Most TA leaders are measuring the wrong things. Victor Gaines has spent 20 years fixing that.As AVP of Talent Acquisition at Wellstar Health Systems, where his team hires 14,000+ people annually, Victor has led recruiting innovations across healthcare, fintech, food service, and media.In this conversation, he shares the real work behind two of his proudest career wins: cutting turnover by 60% at Comcast using a validated assessment tool, and rebuilding clinical hiring at Aveanna from scratch during COVID by going fully digital and improving efficiency by 200%.But none of it works if you're solving the wrong problem.Listen in as Victor breaks down how to identify what your business actually needs, why most TA dashboards are "decoration," and how to build the credibility that earns you a seat at the table.Key Takeaways:[01:59] What shaped Victor's approach to solving TA problems at scale.[04:25] How a validated assessment at Comcast reduced turnover by 60%.[08:10] Building a fully digital hiring engine at Aveanna during COVID.[13:32] The framework Victor uses to identify business priorities.[18:51] The ‘5 Whys' to identify the root cause of business pain.[20:40] How a phased adoption strategy is making Phenom CRM stick at Wellstar.[25:39] How to safeguard your priorities and say no without being seen as difficult.[29:00] ROI, sunk cost fallacy, and smarter HR tech decisionsResources Mentioned:Victor Gaines: LinkedInRyan Dull: LinkedIn | ryan.dull@sagemarkhr.comWellstar Health SystemAveanna HealthcarePhenomICIMSHighMatchParadoxWorkday USIdeas Worth Sharing:"You can spend millions of dollars trying to solve the wrong problem. Once you understand the problem, your success becomes much easier." - Victor Graines“You also have to know where the real issues often are. And I think… 80+% of the time, it's something in the business. It might be comp. It might be hiring managers not doing the right thing…  And you find power in finding the truth and then speaking truth.” - Victor Graines“Having a meaningful strategy gives you leverage for saying yes where you need to say yes, and no where you need to say no.” - Victor GrainesAbout Victor Gaines:Victor P. Gaines, II is the AVP of Talent Acquisition at Wellstar Health System, where his team manages over 14,000 hires annually. With nearly two decades of executive TA experience across healthcare, fintech, telecommunications, and consumer goods, he has led high-volume recruiting transformations at companies including Comcast, Fiserv, Cigna, Aveanna Healthcare, and Papa John's. He holds a B.S. in Psychology from the University of Kentucky and a Master's in Organizational Psychology from St. Joseph's University.This episode is brought to you by SageMark HR.SageMark HR can help you:✔ Improve your talent practices and make better, more informed people decisions.✔ Identify opportunities to improve your talent practices and deliver tangible business results.✔ Bridge the gap from "traditional" to modern recruiting, without the painful learning curve.Learn more at www.sagemarkhr.com#Talent #Recruiting #HRTech

In this Episode of the Viral Volley Podcast, ascending pro volleyball athlete Alaina Chacon jumps after she and partner Maddie Anderson go 2-0 at the opening weekend of the AVP League in Belmar, NJ.  Before that weekend, Alaina has always been one of those "watchlist" athletes from her days in HS indoor, to Florida St., and now the Beach Pro Tour and the AVP. One of three tallented sisters, Alaina has been a switch-blocker on the beach but has also been a lightning quick defender with a full toolbox of attacks-- that include a very heavy hammer. This week she reflects on her volleyball beginnings, getting discovered by coaches Hector Gutierrez of TCU and Brooke Niles at Florida St. After finding success at the collegiate beach game she ventured into coaching and eventually her pro career where she has continued to find success at both the BPT and AVP! How she had to find a partner rather quickly at the start of the 2026 season being that sister, Morgan was carrying her first baby for Auntie Alaina! What did she do? Did she "...slip into Maddie's (Anderson) DMs?" Nope. She just texted her :).  Listen in!

It's Freddy vs. Jason, the 10th film in the A Nightmare on Elm Street universe and the 13th installment featuring Jason Voorhees, so as you can imagine, things get pretty intense. These two iconic horror villains collide in one movie, battling each other while leaving a trail of victims in their wake.It's VS Month, or maybe VS Two Months-ish, which is usually focused on “movie vs. movie.” But for the first entry, we're doing “character vs. character” movie matchups with Alien vs. Predator and Freddy vs. Jason to decide which one is better and who would actually watch this.Oscar and Carl watch these horror titans clash to figure out who would watch it.If you have any questions or requests, send them to askwwwtpodcast@gmail.comFind us through:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@whowouldwatchthisInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/whowouldwatchthis/TikTok: @podcastwhowouldwatchthisLetterboxd:Carl: https://letterboxd.com/carlllllllllll1/Oscar: https://letterboxd.com/oscarfart/More links: https://linktr.ee/whowouldwatchthis  

Lisa Oelschlegel is the Coordinator of the Alternatives to Violence Project in Ireland, where she supports volunteers delivering workshops in Irish prisons on conflict transformation and nonviolent approaches. She has a background in peace and conflict studies and psychology, and brings over ten years of experience working across international development cooperation, local NGOs, and the academic sector across Europe and Latin America, with a focus on mental health and psychosocial support, migration, gender, inclusion, and diversity. Her work centres on supporting inclusive, community-led approaches to social change. Robert Cullen is a past participant of the AVP Project. He is currently studying towards an MA in Criminology at UCC and is the project lead for Success Stories in Ireland.  They chat with Susanne Rogers about the work of AVP and the transformative impact it has on individuals and communities. They discuss the systemic and individual responses to how masculinity is to be expressed, how patriarchy and violence interact and how alternatives can be found.  We also touch on Robert's separate work with Success Stories and recent research with the IPRT.   The Alternatives to Violence Project AVP Ireland Robert was peer researcher on this project with the Irish Penal Reform Trust: From Punishment to Prevention: Poverty, Inequality and Pathways into the Irish Criminal Justice System      

Welcome back to SANDCAST: Beach Volleyball with Tri Bourne and Travis Mewhirter, where Travis is talking a big weekend with the AVP debuting its Heritage events in Huntington Beach and plenty to talk about there, and the Beach Pro Tour continuing its season at the Xiamen Challenge, where AK and Alexis stayed PERFECT with another gold medal. We're chatting: Savvy Cory and Evan Cory having the biggest family weekend ever Thamela and Victoria putting on a show at AVP Huntington Beach Taylor Crabb and Andy Benesh establishing themselves as the best team in America with their win Audrey Koenig and Alexis Durish staying perfect with ANOTHER gold medal in China, now riding a 44 match win streak And a whole lot more! SHOOTS! We have a NEW BOOK! Pre-order your copy of Volleyball for Dummies today at Barnes and Noble! Want SANDCAST merch? We got you covered. Check it out here! Get 25 PERCENT off all Mikasa products with our code, SANDCAST and play with the ball. played with the best in the game. Head to Mikasa's website and get your bag of balls today! Get 10 PERCENT OFF VBTV using our discount code, SANDCAST10 Want to get better at beach volleyball? Use our discount code, SANDCAST, and get 10 percent off all Better at Beach products!  If you want to receive our SANDCAST weekly newsletter, the Beach Volleyball Digest, which dishes all the biggest news in beach volleyball in one quick newsletter, click here and sign on up! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Vision ProFiles gang talks about iRacing on AVP, this week's news, and some fun new apps. FEATURED TOPIC: iRacing Comes to Apple Vision ProiRacing for Apple Vision Pro Now Availablehttps://www.iracing.com/iracing-for-apple-vision-pro-now-available/iRacing Arrives on Vision Pro with 'Immersion and Fidelity Never Before Seen in Sim Racing' (9to5Mac)https://9to5mac.com/2026/05/12/iracing-on-vision-pro-bringing-immersion-and-fidelity-never-before-seen-in-sim-racing/iRacing Apple Vision Pro App: Requirements, Features, and Limitations (Virtual Reality News)https://virtual.reality.news/news/iracing-apple-vision-pro-app-requirements-features-and-limitations/iRacing Is Now on Vision Pro, But You'll Need a Hefty PC to Play It (Engadget)https://www.engadget.com/2171489/iracing-is-now-on-vision-pro-but-youll-need-a-hefty-pc-to-play-it/Apple Vision Pro's Killer Gaming App Is Here — It's Just Too Bad Barely Anyone Will Get to Play It (The Shortcut)https://www.theshortcut.com/p/apple-vision-pros-killer-gaming-app-is-here-its-just-too-bad-barely-anyone-will-get-to-play-itApple Vision Pro in iRacing: Is It Worth $3,500 for Sim Racing? (BoxThisLap)https://boxthislap.org/apple-vision-pro-in-iracing-is-it-worth-3500-for-sim-racing/iRacing Is Now Available on Apple Vision Pro (iRacerHUB.com)https://iracerhub.com/iracing-apple-vision-pro-available/AVP on iRacing — Review Thread (Reddit r/VisionPro)https://www.reddit.com/r/VisionPro/comments/1tb3bdg/avp_on_iracing_review/iRacing on Apple Vision Pro — Video Demo (YouTube)https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=enqdM07RP4YWWDC JUNE 8thhttps://www.apple.com/newsroom/2026/05/apple-kicks-off-worldwide-developers-conference-on-june-8/SNL SET 360 video - Godzillahttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=enqdM07RP4YvisionOS 26.5 Bug Fix Update Is Here for Apple Vision Pro Users (AppleInsider)https://appleinsider.com/articles/26/05/11/visionos-265-bug-fix-update-is-here-for-apple-vision-pro-usersvisionOS 27 Vision Pro Upgrades: 4 Key Areas to Watch (Virtual Reality News)https://virtual.reality.news/news/visionos-27-vision-pro-upgrades-4-key-areas-to-watch/Apple Will Delay Next Vision Pro Headset Release by Years (TweakTown)https://www.tweaktown.com/news/111567/apple-will-delay-next-vision-pro-headset-release-by-years/index.htmlApple Vision Pro Future Explained: Platform Pivot or Slow Exit? (Virtual Reality News)https://virtual.reality.news/news/apple-vision-pro-future-explained-platform-pivot-or-slow-exit/Streamable 4D Gaussian Splatting Brings Life-Sized Volumetric Performers to Apple Vision Pro (VP-Land)https://www.vp-land.com/p/streamable-4d-gaussian-splatting-brings-life-sized-volumetric-performers-to-apple-vision-proAny Freight Brokers Actually Using the Apple Vision Pro? (Reddit r/FreightBrokers)https://www.reddit.com/r/FreightBrokers/comments/1te6w43/any_freight_brokers_actually_using_the_apple/APPSiVRyhttps://apps.apple.com/us/app/ivry/id1210129937Arlumahttps://arlumastudios.com/Socially Spatialhttps://www.sociallyspatial.com/TiiHubhttps://tiihub.com/Horizon 360° v2.0 now supports SharePlay!https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q9CmRpNEM3AImage View 360https://apps.apple.com/us/app/image-view-360/id6768980652Spatial Opshttps://apps.apple.com/us/app/spatial-ops-campaign-edition/id6742558471Website: https://ThePodTalk.NetEmail: ThePodTalkNetwork@gmail.comYouTube: https://YouTube.com/@VisionProfiles

(00:00) — Welcome and setup: from premed dropout to med student(00:47) — Corporate grind sparks the spreadsheets vs patients question(01:30) — Rewinding to undergrad premed and the 495 MCAT during COVID(03:15) — Finances and first-gen pressure push him off the path(04:35) — Articles, AI, and volunteering rekindle interest in medicine(06:10) — Leadership draw: why physician responsibility appealed to him(07:10) — Timeline: research job, 2018 grad, 2020 MCAT, business analytics at Fordham(09:05) — Undergrad habits, no planner, and managing ADHD with better tools(11:05) — Corporate wins build confidence (Big Four, Wall Street, AVP)(12:50) — Planning the leap: savings, living at home, loans, and side investments(14:10) — Bridge/SMP at Toro Harlem: structure and guaranteed-seat criteria(16:25) — Working at Citibank while starting the master's; then going all in(17:55) — Confirming fit: brief shadowing, almost passing out, but more intrigued(18:55) — Harlem community events as a student doctor and seeing disparities(19:52) — MCAT retake to 501–502; Kaplan and official full-lengths(21:27) — SMP mirrored M1 exams; Z-score cutoff and comprehensive exam(22:45) — M1 transition is easier after the SMP run-through(23:35) — Logistics: 3.45 GPA + comp exam = seat; could apply elsewhere(24:25) — Starting a tea franchise in Astoria with partners during M1(25:35) — Brick-and-mortar stress, construction, and opening mid-semester(26:50) — Hardest part: letting go of a six-figure salary(28:05) — Would he change his path? Choosing experience over speed(29:20) — Exploring passions helps future practice and options(30:52) — Keeping doors open: medicine, consulting, and business(31:28) — Parents' reaction: skepticism to tears of pride(32:34) — Final advice: build confidence and believe in yourselfZarak shares how he walked away from premed after a 495 MCAT and an average undergrad GPA, chased a thriving corporate career, and then found his way back to medicine. A first-gen student, he talks openly about family expectations, finances, and why spreadsheets and commutes couldn't replace patient impact. He explains the planning that made his return possible: saving while living at home, using loans wisely, and enrolling in a one-year bridge/SMP at Toro Harlem that mirrored M1 exams and offered a guaranteed seat with a 3.45 GPA plus a comprehensive exam. He retook the MCAT to around 501–502 using Kaplan and official full-lengths, and found confidence through improved study systems and corporate-built habits. Now an M1, he's volunteering in Harlem, reflecting on health disparities, and even launching a brick-and-mortar tea franchise in Astoria with partners—while keeping med school first. Dr. Gray and Zarak dig into letting go of a six-figure salary, rebuilding confidence, managing ADHD with better tools, and why exploring interests outside of medicine can strengthen your future as a physician.What You'll Learn:- How a low MCAT and average GPA didn't end his med school goals- What a guaranteed-seat bridge/SMP at Toro Harlem required- How he planned the leap: savings, loans, and timing while working- MCAT retake resources he used the second time around- Balancing M1 demands with launching a brick-and-mortar business

Welcome to the fan question, or mailbag, episode of SANDCAST, where Travis Mewhirter takes on all of your beach volleyball and volleyball questions and attempts to answer them as best as he can. This week, he's chatting: Is the AVP allowing international players a good thing or bad thing for beach volleyball? (hint: It's AWESOME) Could this year's Olympic qualifying for the USA Volleyball women be the most competitive yet? Are NCAA Beach Volleyball Players better than AVP players? Can the AVP League survive? What mental skills do you need to make the jump to the next level? And so much more. SHOOTS! We have a NEW BOOK! Pre-order your copy of Volleyball for Dummies today at Barnes and Noble! Want SANDCAST merch? We got you covered. Check it out here! Get 25 PERCENT off all Mikasa products with our code, SANDCAST and play with the ball. played with the best in the game. Head to Mikasa's website and get your bag of balls today! Get 10 PERCENT OFF VBTV using our discount code, SANDCAST10 Want to get better at beach volleyball? Use our discount code, SANDCAST, and get 10 percent off all Better at Beach products!  If you want to receive our SANDCAST weekly newsletter, the Beach Volleyball Digest, which dishes all the biggest news in beach volleyball in one quick newsletter, click here and sign on up! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Scott gives an update on the podcast break and interviews his college teammate and new Falcons QB coach, Alex Van Pelt. They discuss AVP bringing Deacon Frey to a Falcons practice, his playing career with Joe Montana and Jim Kelly, and much more. Plus, he is joined by Gary Cooper from Mountain Trust Realty. Support the show: http://kaplanandcrew.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Scott gives an update on the podcast break and interviews his college teammate and new Falcons QB coach, Alex Van Pelt. They discuss AVP bringing Deacon Frey to a Falcons practice, his playing career with Joe Montana and Jim Kelly, and much more. Plus, he is joined by Gary Cooper from Mountain Trust Realty. Support the show: http://kaplanandcrew.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lindsay Jurist-Rosner, Co-Founder and CEO of Wellthy, and Stephan Dolling, AVP of Global Benefits & Well-being at Merck, joined us on The Modern People Leader. We talked about the rising pressures facing working families and what companies can do to support their employees that are caregivers.----  Sponsor Links:

On this episode of the Perfect Cents Podcast, host Alex Becerra sits down with Lawrence Lomeli, AVP of Consumer Lending at SAFE Credit Union, to break down the complex world of borrowing and credit to help you build financial freedom for your future.  Topics include: Borrowing as a Tool: Why credit should be viewed as leverage for big-ticket items like homes, cars, and education rather than a source of anxiety. Credit Score Factors: A deep dive into what influences your score, including repayment history, credit mix, and the depth of your profile. The Benefits of High Credit: How a strong score leads to better interest rates, lower costs, and more options from financial institutions. Overcoming Challenges: Understanding that credit is a journey and that past hardships like medical issues or setbacks are not a reflection of your self-worth. Red Flags to Avoid: Critical warnings about the dangers of payday loans and using credit for everyday living expenses like groceries and gas. About the Guest: Lawrence Lomeli brings over 35 years of industry experience to the conversation, specializing in signature, personal, and auto loans. Resources: For more information on financial products and services, visit safecu.org to schedule an appointment with a professional expert today. SAFE is federally insured by NCUA and is an equal housing opportunity lender. To check out the resources highlighted in this episode visit the links below. Land Ocean - New American Grill To learn more about SAFE Credit Union products and services visit: https://www.safecu.org/  To register for an upcoming Financial Wellness webinar visit: https://www.safecu.org/community/events To read the latest edition of SAFE's Beyond Everyday Banking blog visit: https://blog.safecu.org/ To contact the podcast team, email Podcast@safecu.org

Jeff "el Hefe" Samuels is an American Professional Beach Volleyball Player, Entrepreneur, and Model. He is also a spokesperson for Hyundai. The prosperity he is enjoying in his sport is well-documented. From the AVP, FIVB, NVL, to regional tournament wins, this versatile player is fun to watch, wherever the venue may be. He is currently the founder of "Empact," - designed to bring and grow the sport in communities that are underserved in the sport. 01:43 - FUDS, the electric atmosphere, the fellowship, the hecklers and how it compares to other tournaments that are festive 13:13 - Heckling, and understanding your environment, plus, Dave Shaw is a great MC that understands the set and the setting 25:10 - Jordan Lucas, the commentator, and the two sides to the coin, appreciating the pecking order, the personalities 37:10 - Marcus Koppke, the ultimate teammate, the significant improvements 48:11 - Cracking the code of being in the semis, finals or being the winner 51:45 - "Empact," the idea, the creation the growing force

Send us Fan MailThe fastest way to turn a cyber incident into a business disaster isn't ransomware, it's confusion. We sit down with Violet Sullivan, AVP and Cyber Solutions Team Lead at Crum & Forster, who has worked across cyber law, breach notification, digital forensics and incident response, and now cyber insurance. That vantage point lets her translate what each group needs when pressure is high and everyone is speaking a different language.We get practical about the moments that create real-world chaos: overlapping roles like “breach coach,” acronyms that make leaders freeze, and the dangerous assumption that someone else already handled comms or law enforcement outreach. Violet breaks down a cleaner way to run the response by focusing on function: legal help, technical help, and operational help. We also talk about why crisis communications deserves a seat at the table early, how PR teams organize messaging by audience, and how to avoid the cleanup phase that happens when people speak too soon.Then we zoom out to the contract that quietly shapes the whole response: cyber insurance. Violet explains why insurance is not “admitting defeat,” but a risk transfer mechanism that can fund response vendors and influence decisions when you cannot afford mistakes. We also tackle emerging AI risks, including more believable social engineering and the legal concern that sharing privileged legal advice with AI tools may put attorney-client privilege at risk.If you want clearer incident response planning, better tabletop exercises, and fewer “who has the ball?” moments, hit play. Subscribe, share this with your security or legal team, and leave a review with the one part of your response plan you want to simplify next.

Bryan Glatfelter CFM, FMP is AVP, Facilities Officer at Ephrata National Bank where he is passionate about integrating innovative practices and technology to align facilities solutions with organizational objectives to create value-driven outcomes. Mike Petrusky asks Bryan about his facility management career journey and how the "accidental profession" can turn into a very rewarding one when embracing new opportunities, growing your expertise and seeking advancement. They explore the importance of aligning FM efforts with the broader goals of the organization to deliver value and gain recognition within a company. Bryan believes that FM leaders should act as liaisons between technical teams and upper management, translating operational realities into strategic contributions, so he shares process improvement methods to drive efficiency and consistency. Strong fundamentals and adaptability are essential in the world of asset and facility management today, so Mike and Bryan offer practical advice and the inspiration you need to be an Asset Champion! Connect with Bryan on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bryan-glatfelter-fmp-bb910325/ Learn more about Ephrata National Bank: https://www.epnb.com/ Explore Eptura™: https://eptura.com/ Discover free resources and explore past interviews at: https://eptura.com/discover-more/podcasts/asset-champion/ Connect with Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikepetrusky/ Watch the full video here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSkmmkVFvM4H3pwnlU2AuqynuRDpvnh4J  

Kamila Tan and Madison Shields are American professional beach volleyball players. With a pedigree of success at the collegiate, domestic and international level, they have combined forces and formed a formidable honeymoon phase, most recently winning the AVP in Austin 04:34 - Walking us through AVP Austin, the AVP qualifier, match point in Austin 15:14 - If most of the game is mental, why do we not spend more time mentally preparing? Mental preparation the morning of a game, the night before a game and nights in between matches 26:25 - Nutrition, hydration, what works and what does not, 35and battling cramping at the AVP Austin Open 35:00 - Going through match point at AVP Austin, looking back at important 2-point victories, post NCAA generations 47:47 - Is there a story where you lost the first set and the match was headed the wrong way, but you turned it around? 1:01:02 - Volleyball break up, or real break up? Are volleyball players more sensitive elite athletes over basketball 1:11:02 - Favorite hip hop artists, as well as different genres and songs that get you going. 1:23:13 - Inspire books, comedians, the power of forgiveness 1:35:30 - A strong message to Madison Shields

En un Manzanas Informadas con inusual buen audio para el día que es, os traemos las siguientes noticias:No esperes mucho del iPhone 18. Se parecerá al 18e.Si estas esperando el Mac Studio M5 o el MacBook Pro oled, toca seguir esperandoLos iPhone 11, no actualizaran a iOS27EL iPhold sí traerá botón de cámara.El director de la próxima entrega de la saga Star Wars, ha utilizado las AVP para tener una sensación mas real del resultado final para IMAX.Este podcasts es parte del compromiso 7 de 7 de Manzanas Enfrentadas. Lo tenemos!!!

Part one is a live comment and call in, focusing in on the AVP league qualifiers, the bids, the wild cards and the controversy. The elephant in the room is Corrine Quiggle and Chloe Loreen, who many believe should have gotten one of the wild cards, which leads us to exactly where we are, now. 02:01 - The path to the AVP, the bids, the qualifier, and wild cards 10:24 - The electric atmosphere, the climate and the exclusive club that people are criticizing but at the same time, want to be a part of, the path of the bid winners 28:55 - a closer look at the bracketology, avoiding the "prom queen fallacy," the city promotions, the sale of merchandise #nyvarsitysports #optionpodcast

Jason Ragsdale, AVP risk management technical specialization at Nationwide, discusses a company survey revealing while more than 90% of commercial property owners are confident in their buildings' structural integrity, fewer than 40% feel fully protected against severe weather, highlighting a gap between awareness and preparedness.

Send us Fan MailReimagining Connectivity and Mobility in Enterprise: Insights from MetTel's LeadershipIn this episode, Chris Whitaker hosts Andrew Tynan, AVP of Mobile Products at MetTel, to explore the future of enterprise connectivity, AI integration, device management, and how businesses can adapt their mobility strategies for efficiency, security, and growth. With deep expertise in telecom and managed network services, Andrew shares practical insights on current trends and future predictions shaping the industry.Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction and host guest overview 00:30 - Andrew Tynan's background and global telecom experience 01:27 - Impact of digital transformation on connectivity 02:22 - Emerging trends in enterprise wireless and mobility 04:03 - Addressing AI's influence on telecom services and customer experience 05:05 - Convergence of network security systems and device-as-a-service evolution 06:01 - The importance of multi-carrier solutions for flexible work models 07:34 - How AI improves network decisions and customer support 08:30 - Internal AI applications for service efficiency at MetTel 09:55 - Next-gen capabilities: strategic, informed network decisions 11:10 - The strategic value of AI in telecommunications and customer engagement 13:10 - Challenges enterprises face: fragmentation and security risks 14:24 - How MetTel simplifies device management at scale 16:15 - Market breakdown: supporting smartphones, tablets, IoT, and other devices 18:00 - Trends in BYOD and the return to corporate-owned devices 19:24 - Security concerns driving the shift back to organization-controlled devices 21:20 - The growth of device as a service (DaaS) for scalable enterprise solutions 22:45 - Refresher cycles, lifecycle management, and future device strategies 23:24 - MDM's critical role in device security and management 24:16 - MetTel's approach to device provisioning and automation 27:14 - Reverse logistics and end-of-life device management 29:01 - Secure device decommissioning and data destruction techniques 32:16 - Advice for technology sellers: understanding pain points without being device experts 34:54 - The importance of offboarding and lifecycle automation 36:00 - Integrations, automation, and offboarding system solutions 38:12 - Long-term industry outlook: autonomous, AI-managed networks and invisible connectivity 40:33 - Highlighting the new connected laptop-as-a-service program 42:00 - Future opportunities and closing thoughtsResources & Links:MetTel Official Website Device as a Service (DaaS) Solutions Connect with Andrew Tynan: LinkedIn“This is The Wireless Way—where mobility, IoT, and innovation drive real business outcomes.” Support the showCheck out my website https://thewirelessway.net/ use the contact button to send request and feedback. 

Welcome back to SANDCAST: Beach Volleyball with Tri Bourne and Travis Mewhirter, where we have our April fan question episode! We're chatting: Does Kent Steffes have an actual business plan? When Terese Cannon comes back, who's she playing with? What does Wyatt Harrison's future in beach volleyball look like? Could we see an AVP event in Alaska?! And more! If you want to pre-order Travis and Gabby Reece's book, Volleyball for Dummies, head to Barnes and Noble here! Our Saquarema Pickem is live! Make your picks here! SHOOTS! We have a NEW BOOK! Pre-order your copy of Volleyball for Dummies today at Barnes and Noble! Want SANDCAST merch? We got you covered. Check it out here! Get 20 PERCENT off all Wilson products with our code, TRIANDTRAVIS26. https://www.wilson.com/en-us/volleyball Get 10 PERCENT OFF VBTV using our discount code, SANDCAST10 Want to get better at beach volleyball? Use our discount code, SANDCAST, and get 10 percent off all Better at Beach products!  If you want to receive our SANDCAST weekly newsletter, the Beach Volleyball Digest, which dishes all the biggest news in beach volleyball in one quick newsletter, click here and sign on up! SHOOTS! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Recorded live at Shoptalk Spring, this episode of the AiR Podcast tackles the shift from AI experimentation to real-world accountability. Mark Williamson, AVP of Retail Media at Costco Wholesale, joins Kimberly Morgan, CEO of The Fashion Tech Exec and a Top AI Leader, to discuss why Costco is building its technology ecosystem "from the studs up." The Path of Most Resistance While many retailers opt for "plug-and-play" black-box solutions, Williamson explains why Costco is intentionally choosing a more complex, transparent path. By keeping member data behind its own firewall and inviting partners to work natively inside the Costco data cloud, the company eliminates signal loss while upholding its core code of ethics: respect for the member and respect for the supplier. No AI Strategy Without a Data Strategy The conversation centers on the necessity of a modular, interoperable tech stack. Morgan and Williamson explore how this foundation prepares Costco for the era of agentic commerce. By organizing data properly today, Costco ensures it can provide relevant value wherever members shop in the future—whether via an LLM, a search engine, or the warehouse floor.

We are proud to celebrate a major milestone with Episode #100 of The Rambler Podcast! For this special episode, host Jimmy Smith '11, AVP of Development & Strategic Initiatives,welcomes back Dr. Chris Clark '87, who currently serves as President of AHN Saint Vincent Hospital and as Chairman of the Board of Directors for us here at Cathedral Prep. Dr. Clark was also the very first guest on The Rambler Podcast when it launched in 2022, making this a full-circle moment as he returns for this milestone episode.In this episode, we talk with Dr. Clark about his journey from Cathedral Prep to a career in medicine and healthcare leadership, the importance of leadership and service, hisinvolvement in the Erie community, and why he remains passionate about Catholic education and Cathedral Prep. This episodes serves as a great conversation for anyone interested in leadership, service, and the impact of a Prep education!

For this week's Pulse Check, we revisit Brendan Henkel's lightning session at the February Engage AI Summit, focused on using AI for application fraud detection. Brendan, AVP of Solutions Engineering at Element451, gives a crash course in how AI tools can flag potential fraudulent applications and have colleges and universities avoid losing millions. - - - -Connect With Our Host:Mallory Willsea https://www.linkedin.com/in/mallorywillsea/https://twitter.com/mallorywillseaAbout The Enrollify Podcast Network:The Higher Ed Pulse is a part of the Enrollify Podcast Network. If you like this podcast, chances are you'll like other Enrollify shows too!Enrollify is made possible by Element451 — The AI Workforce Platform for Higher Ed. Learn more at element451.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode of The Influence Factor, Alessandro Bogliari chats with Robin Ross, AVP of Corporate Marketing at Costco, shares insights into the company's marketing journey, the evolution of social media strategies, and the importance of community engagement. He discusses his mission to amplify employee ideas, the challenges of navigating customer feedback, and the balance between brand identity and current trends. Robin emphasizes the significance of user-generated content and the need to adapt to various social media platforms while considering the future of long-form content.

Eric, Dave and Marty talk about recent releases and immersion experiences on the AVP that show what the device is made for.visionOS UpdatevisionOS 26.5 Beta 1 Now Available for Developershttps://www.macobserver.com/news/visionos-26-5-beta-1-now-available-for-developers/ https://developer.apple.com/documentation/visionos-release-notes/visionos-26_5-release-notes SportsMLB Games on Apple Vision Pro Are Wild — You Have to See Thishttps://creators.yahoo.com/lifestyle/story/mlb-games-on-apple-vision-pro-are-wildyou-have-to-see-this-014100149.htmlFirst Time Using Vroom to Watch F1 — And This Is…https://www.reddit.com/r/VisionPro/comments/1s4sbbt/first_time_using_vroom_to_watch_f1_and_this_is/Immersive Video & ContentBBC Arts Launches Classical Music Concert in Apple Immersive Format for the Vision Prohttps://www.mactech.com/2026/03/27/bbc-arts-launches-classical-music-concert-in-apple-immersive-format-for-the-vision-pro/New Apple Immersive Video of BBC Proms Concert on Apple Vision Prohttps://www.macrumors.com/2026/03/27/apple-immersive-video-bbc-proms-concert-vision-pro/Apple Vision Pro BBC Proms Immersive Video Arrives — But the Delay Reveals a Bigger Problemhttps://virtual.reality.news/news/apple-vision-pro-bbc-proms-immersive-video-arrivesbut-the-delay-reveals-a-bigger-problem/An Immersive Perspective of Artistic Masterpieces in Apple Vision Prohttps://www.uploadvr.com/an-immersive-perspective-of-artistic-masterpieces-in-apple-vision-pro/Gaming & Cloud StreamingGeForce Now Streams to Apple Vision Pro Faster and Better Than to Meta Headsetshttps://appleinsider.com/articles/26/03/30/geforce-now-streams-apple-vision-pro-faster-better-than-to-meta-headsets10 New Levels with New Button Mechanic in Porta Nubihttps://www.reddit.com/r/VisionPro/comments/1s7cill/10_new_levels_with_new_button_mechanic_in_porta/Apps & DeveloperThe World's First Passthrough API for Apple Vision Prohttps://www.reddit.com/r/augmentedreality/comments/1s3c155/the_worlds_first_passthrough_api_for_apple_vision/New Vision Pro App Brings Persona Avatars to Group Chatshttps://www.roadtovr.com/vision-pro-app-persona-avatars-chats/Industry & EcosystemSmart Glasses Now Have One of the Vision Pro's Best Featureshttps://gizmodo.com/smart-glasses-now-have-one-of-the-vision-pros-best-features-2000739142Apple Settles Lawsuit with Ex-Employee Who Stole Vision Pro Trade Secrets Before Joining Snaphttps://9to5mac.com/2026/03/25/apple-settles-lawsuit-with-ex-employee-who-stole-vision-pro-trade-secrets-before-joining-snap/Website: ThePodTalk.NetEmail: ThePodTalkNetwork@gmail.comYouTube: YouTube.com/@VisionProfiles

The Cornell Certificate Program: Innovation Strategy  Andrea's company Simplifed  Leading successful innovation initiatives comes with a daunting set of challenges. You have to know how to navigate the tension between maintaining operational stability and fostering a culture of experimentation, all while managing stakeholder expectations, handling resource constraints, and making sure your innovation strategies are firmly aligned with organizational goals. That's a lot. There isn't an app for that, but there is a playbook that includes proven strategies for driving innovation that you can learn and bring to your organization. If you can leverage your technical smarts with strong people skills, then you can keep teams excited, motivated, and emboldened to make smart decisions with sometimes incomplete information. Join Andrea Ippolito, Cornell Engineering lecturer, entrepreneur, and former Presidential Innovation Fellow, and Suzanna Fowler, AVP of National Operations at AT&T, as they discuss how to overcome challenges to the innovation process and share proven pathways toward successful product development. Whether you're at a startup or at an established powerhouse like AT&T, you will discover practical frameworks for leading and driving innovation and business success. Follow eCornell on YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, and X.

This episode of SANDCAST: Beach Volleyball with Tri Bourne and Travis Mewhirter, features Miles Evans, who had a massive breakthrough year with Chase Budinger in winning the Manhattan Beach Open -- the year after competing in the Olympics and winning the Hermosa Open. What's next for Evans, perpetually underrated on the AVP and Beach Pro Tour? We find out in this conversation. Miles and Tri talk about: Planning a schedule on the Beach Pro Tour and AVP, and the difficulty of having to peak in November Why he and Chase Budinger continue to stick together amidst an off-season of partnership changes The absolutely stacked AVP qualifiers, and how difficult it will be to qualify for them Preparing for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games And a whole lot more! SHOOTS! We have a NEW BOOK! Pre-order your copy of Volleyball for Dummies today at Barnes and Noble! Want SANDCAST merch? We got you covered. Check it out here! Get 20 PERCENT off all Wilson products with our code, TRIANDTRAVIS26. https://www.wilson.com/en-us/volleyball Get 10 PERCENT OFF VBTV using our discount code, SANDCAST10 Want to get better at beach volleyball? Use our discount code, SANDCAST, and get 10 percent off all Better at Beach products!  If you want to receive our SANDCAST weekly newsletter, the Beach Volleyball Digest, which dishes all the biggest news in beach volleyball in one quick newsletter, click here and sign on up! SHOOTS! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Risa Eldridge, AVP of Product Management & Integrations at CallMiner, spoke with Doug Green, Publisher of Technology Reseller News, during the Enterprise Connect conference about how conversation intelligence is helping organizations better understand customer interactions and improve operational performance. Eldridge explained that enterprises are increasingly looking to AI-driven analytics to extract meaningful insights from the vast volume of conversations taking place across contact centers and customer engagement channels. By analyzing voice and digital interactions, organizations can identify patterns, detect compliance risks, and uncover opportunities to improve both customer satisfaction and agent performance. “Conversation intelligence allows organizations to turn everyday interactions into actionable insights that drive better outcomes for both customers and employees,” she said. CallMiner's platform applies advanced analytics and artificial intelligence to help companies monitor and evaluate interactions at scale. These capabilities enable organizations to identify emerging trends, improve quality management programs, and provide more targeted coaching and training for agents. The conversation also highlighted how the rapid adoption of AI across the contact center is creating new expectations for visibility and data-driven decision making. As organizations adopt automation and AI-assisted workflows, understanding what is happening inside customer conversations becomes increasingly critical. As Enterprise Connect continues to highlight the role of AI in enterprise communications and customer experience, CallMiner's approach to conversation intelligence demonstrates how organizations can leverage communications data to improve performance, compliance, and customer engagement. Learn more about CallMiner: https://callminer.com/

Susy Liem, AVP of Product Management for Conferencing at Shure, spoke with Doug Green, Publisher of Technology Reseller News, during the Enterprise Connect conference about how organizations are rethinking conference room audio to better support hybrid collaboration. Liem explained that as enterprises continue adapting to hybrid work environments, the quality of audio in meeting spaces has become increasingly critical. Clear, reliable audio ensures that both in-room participants and remote attendees can fully engage in meetings without technical barriers. “Audio is often the most important part of the meeting experience—if people can't hear clearly, the entire collaboration breaks down,” she said. Shure has focused on developing conferencing solutions that simplify deployment while delivering professional-grade audio performance. The company's microphone and conferencing systems are designed to integrate seamlessly with modern collaboration platforms while supporting a wide range of room sizes and meeting configurations. Liem noted that organizations are moving beyond basic conferencing setups toward more advanced systems that automatically manage audio pickup, noise reduction, and speaker clarity. These capabilities help create a consistent experience for participants regardless of where they are located. As enterprise communications leaders gathered at Enterprise Connect to explore the future of collaboration technology, Shure highlighted the growing importance of high-quality audio infrastructure in enabling effective hybrid meetings and improving overall workplace communication. Learn more about Shure: https://www.shure.com/en-US

Today I'm joined by Mo Zahabi, AVP of Product Consulting at Cox Automotive. Most dealers think the race begins when the lead arrives. But by that point, the customer has often been in-market for five or six weeks already. Mo breaks down how first-party data inside the Cox Automotive ecosystem can reveal buying signals before a lead ever exists, why fragmented dealership tech stacks create wasted effort and employee turnover, and how dealers can modernize customer engagement by focusing on real behavior instead of outdated tactics. This episode is brought to you by: 1. Podium - The AI platform trusted by one in three dealerships. Podium helps dealers consolidate sales, service, messaging, and voice into one connected system that actually runs the work. If your AI isn't driving real outcomes, it's time to take a closer look @ https://www.podium.com/car-dealership-guy. 2. BizzyCar - BizzyCar helps dealerships identify vehicles with open recalls and automatically schedule service appointments using AI and the industry's most accurate recall data. The result: more customers returning to your service lane and more recall revenue captured. See how it works at https://info.bizzycar.com/cdg 3. Cox Automotive - Discover what's driving improved customer experiences—and dealership results. Download the Drivers of Shopper Satisfaction ebook from Cox Automotive today @ https://carguymedia.com/464vOfw Check out Car Dealership Guy's stuff: For dealers: CDG Circles ➤ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://cdgcircles.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Industry job board ➤ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://jobs.dealershipguy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Dealership recruiting ➤ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.cdgrecruiting.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Fix your dealership's social media ➤ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.trynomad.co⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Request to be a podcast guest ➤ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.cdgguest.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ For industry vendors: Advertise with Car Dealership Guy ➤ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.cdgpartner.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Industry job board ➤ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://jobs.dealershipguy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Request to be a podcast guest ➤ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.cdgguest.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Topics: 08:05 The Real Problem at Dealerships Isn't Margin Compression 09:55 “5 Minute Lead Response?” — You're Already 5 Weeks Late 10:20 Why Dealers Should Stop Waiting for Leads 11:00 The Customer Data Mistake Costing Dealers Millions 13:40 The CRM Change That Instantly Deleted 850,000 Tasks 19:00 The Difference Between a Smart CRM and a Dumb CRM 21:15 “Playing Poker With the Customer's Cards Face Up” 26:40 Why F&I Bottlenecks Are Killing Dealership Efficiency 34:20 Dirty Data Is Like Putting Diesel in a Gas Engine Car Dealership Guy Socials: X ➤ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠x.com/GuyDealership⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram ➤ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠instagram.com/cardealershipguy/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ TikTok ➤ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠tiktok.com/@guydealership⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn ➤ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠linkedin.com/company/cardealershipguy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Threads ➤ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠threads.net/@cardealershipguy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook ➤ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠facebook.com/profile.php?id=100077402857683⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Everything else ➤ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠dealershipguy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Keith Golembiewski, AVP, director, annuity research, LIMRA, discusses 2025's record-breaking annuity market and the evolving role of indexed products in retirement planning.

At a time when "agents" and AI dominate every conversation, it is easy to forget that the ultimate channel is the consumer. In this RETHINK Retail episode, host DeAnn Campbell, Head of Retail Strategy at AAG Consulting and Scott Wueschinski, AVP of Retail Applied Advisory at Genpact, cut through the noise to explain why the human experience is the only real competitive advantage left. They dive into the friction points technology alone cannot fix, from punitive return fees to the "magic" of a store associate who actually knows their craft. Strategic Takeaways: - Cooperative Returns: Moving away from punitive fees by giving customers better tools to get the fit right the first time. - Associate-First Design: Shifting toward frontline tools that employees actually want to use, rather than systems they are penalized for ignoring. - The Data Reality: Why AI agents won't save a business if the foundational data is "crap in, crap out". - The Multiplier Effect: How fixing low-hanging fruit in the store, like removing outdated kiosks, at the same time you deploy AI drives immediate results. Stop chasing "shelfware." Tune in to learn how to balance high-tech agents with the human touch that builds true brand stickiness.

The CAZMAN joins the show tonight to talk about the FBI, the BBC, BAFTA, the Epstein Files, Trump, racism, politics, and so much more! PLUS - an all new Top5 where our favorite characters battle it out AVP style!

Returning to the podcast with host Matthew Roberts is Stephanie Ormston, AVP of Product Innovation at AT&T, to explore shifting narratives and public perception of AI in 2026. Starting with practical use cases, they examine how AI continues to impact both individuals and organizations. From there, the conversation expands into the themes still top of mind today: human–AI collaboration, real consumer value, mixed public sentiment, and whether we should be concerned that younger generations are developing an AI-native way of thinking.Despite all this rapid change, Stephanie is adamant that storytelling and authenticity still reign supreme, because when technology companies lose sight of that fact, they risk repeating the failures of the past.

Today, host Sandy Vance sits down with Jeff McCool, the AVP of Healthcare Conversational AI at Amelia. Join a discussion with SoundHound AI, the leader in conversational intelligence, to learn how AI agents are helping healthcare companies overcome challenges like improving patient care and streamlining operations. Hear how the SoundHound Amelia Platform lets you build AI agents that understand, reason, and act so you can create the most seamless conversational experience.    In this episode, they talk about: The types of healthcare organizations Amelia partners with How Amelia's platform approach supports health systems in multiple ways beyond a single tool Working with clients to establish guardrails for safe and effective AI adoption How conversational AI is expected to evolve in the coming years Real-world implementation success stories and lessons learned What differentiates SoundHound AI's agents and the broader ecosystem created through partnerships Advice for healthcare leaders at provider and payer organizations navigating next steps with AI A Little About Jeff: Jeff McCool works at the intersection of healthcare and AI, helping organizations use conversational technology to solve real operational challenges. He is AVP of Healthcare Conversational AI at Amelia, where he partners with health systems to deploy AI-powered virtual agents that improve patient and employee experiences while reducing friction in everyday workflows. His focus is on practical AI adoption, what works in production, how teams implement it, and how to scale responsibly. Previously, Jeff held leadership roles at Ciox and Datavant Health, leading digital growth initiatives centered on interoperability, APIs, and healthcare data exchange. His background combines healthcare operations, technology, and go-to-market strategy. Jeff holds an MBA from UNC Kenan-Flagler Business School and a degree in Banking and Finance from the University of Georgia's Terry College of Business.

Milica McDowell, DPT — clinic owner, professor, and now AVP of Education at USPH — joins Jimmy live from APTA CSM to make a bold claim:Most PTs are recommending the wrong shoes.In this episode:Why 10,000 steps is marketing, not medicineThe real step counts tied to longevity and mental healthWhy tapered toe boxes weaken feetThe concept of the “24-hour shoe clock”Why cushioned shoes in clinic may be a clinical liabilityIf you're a PT who cares about mobility, longevity, and biomechanics, this conversation matters.Milica's Core MessageFunctional footwear is not a fashion preference.It's a biomechanical responsibility.Resources???? Walk (Releases May 5, 2026) ???? milicamcdowell.com Follow: @gaithappens | @altrarunning | @vivobarefoot

Will Alien sweep the AVP battle on PZ85? It's gonna take a LOT to make that happen, cause there ain't no WAY Predators is worse than this alien gunk!

What if patient access isn't just an operational problem—but a shared organizational belief system?In this episode of All Access Pass, host Chris Profeta, Senior Director of Research and Analytics at the Patient Access Collaborative, sits down with Austin Loomis, AVP of Ambulatory Access and Analytics, Mandy Newman, MAAL, Vice President of Ambulatory Operations, and Catherin Mims, MD, Vice President and Associate Chief Physician Executive for the Ambulatory Practice at OU Health. Together, they unpack a new evolution of the Patient Access Framework: a group-based assessment that captures how access is perceived across an entire organization.With more than 20 leaders—from finance and HR to physician chairs and executive leadership—participating in the assessment, OU Health gained a rare, enterprise-wide view of access. The conversation explores what happens when those perspectives align, where they diverge, and why those gaps often represent the greatest opportunities for system improvement. Along the way, the group reflects on why access blind spots persist, how shared language changes strategy, and what it means to truly measure access as an enterprise responsibility.Tune in to hear how group assessments can surface hidden friction, strengthen cross-departmental alignment, and turn access from a siloed function into a shared organizational priority—covering the evolution of the Patient Access Framework, the rationale behind group scoring, leadership alignment, organizational blind spots, and practical insights for system-level access improvement.Woodcock, E., Profeta, C. A framework for patient access management: consensus from a Delphi panel of US health system leaders. BMC Health Serv Res 25, 524 (2025). https://doi.org/10.1186/s12913-025-12561-8https://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12913-025-12561-8

In this episode of Farm4Profit, we're joined by Ken Ripley, AVP of Regional Sales for FMH's Northwest region and a farmer himself in southern Minnesota. Ken brings decades of experience from both John Deere and crop insurance, helping producers understand how to build smarter protection strategies.We break down:The current financial environment farmers are facingHow crop insurance, FSA programs, and disaster relief work togetherWhat's changed under the new USDA and RMA leadershipKey updates to ARC/PLC, base acres, reference prices, and SCO flexibilityNew and expanded area coverage options like ECO, SCO, and MCOEnhancements to the Beginning Farmer/Rancher programDisaster programs like SDRP Phase 2 and the new Farmer Bridge Assistance (FBA) programWhy precision data is becoming critical for reporting, claims, and auditsKen also shares practical advice for navigating these decisions without getting overwhelmed — including why working closely with a trusted crop insurance agent can help producers avoid missed opportunities.With so many changes heading into 2026, this episode helps farmers step back, understand the big picture, and make intentional decisions that protect profitability. Want Farm4Profit Merch? Custom order your favorite items today!https://farmfocused.com/farm-4profit/ Don't forget to like the podcast on all platforms and leave a review where ever you listen! Website: www.Farm4Profit.comShareable episode link: https://intro-to-farm4profit.simplecast.comEmail address: Farm4profitllc@gmail.comCall/Text: 515.207.9640Subscribe to YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSR8c1BrCjNDDI_Acku5XqwFollow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@farm4profitllc Connect with us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Farm4ProfitLLC/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Host Jaclyn Zukerman Delory sits down with Julia Bucci, Assistant Vice President of Retail Banking at Hingham Institution for Savings, to explore her 10-year career path from teller to AVP, her community and nonprofit work, and practical banking advice for small businesses and new nonprofits. Julia also shares personal stories about coming out, pursuing an MBA in leadership, her approach to relationship-driven business development, and quick rapid-fire insights on leadership, confidence, and day-to-day life.