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Show Summary:Natasha chats with Debra Hettleman, the CEO of Building STEPS, which stands for Science, Technology And Education Partnerships. This nonprofit is dedicated to fostering college and career success through a multi-year program in Baltimore's most underserved public high schools. From college prep workshops to summer internships at local STEM companies, Building STEPS helps students navigate the path to college success including applying, attending, and graduating. Debra also shares her journey in growing the organization, insights on scaling it to other cities, and surprising lessons learned from expanding the program to younger grades.About Debra Hettleman, CEO of Building STEPS: Debra launched Building STEPS in 1999 with the purpose of creating a college pathway for underrepresented students to become STEM professionals. Today, she oversees all aspects of this Baltimore nonprofit from developing and maintaining corporate and institutional partners to advising the Board on creating and implementing growth strategies. She is a graduate of the Greater Baltimore Committee's The Leadership and has been honored by the Baltimore Business Journal as Maryland's Top 100 Women. She earned her Project Management Professional certification in 2020. Outside of work, Debra can be found hiking the trails of Maryland's parks.Building STEPS (Science, Technology and Education Partnerships, Inc.) is a nonprofit that equips Baltimore's brightest students with the tools to propel them to college and career success. The multi-year program, currently available in fifteen of Baltimore's more challenged public high schools, includes seminars, a paid summer internship, college counseling and alumni services.Links from the Show:Related The STEM Space Podcast Episodes127. Why You Should Teach About STEM Careers122. How to Motivate Students82. How to Rock it with Rockets73. Does STEM Track?Vivify STEM Blog Posts10 Easy STEM Career Classroom ActivitiesTop 10 Ways To Encourage Girls In STEMHow to Teach Growth Mindset and Failing ForwardHow to Launch Model Rockets & Amaze Your Students!Vivify STEM LessonsBreak Down Stereotypes! Who is a STEM Professional? game & activitiesSTEM Careers BINGO - K-5 or 5-12STEM Careers or Inspirational STEM Classroom PostersSTEM Tech Choice Boards - Career, Field Trip, and Types of TechFREE - Interview Questions to Ask STEM ProfessionalsOther STEM ResourcesBuilding STEPS - BaltimoreTowson UniversityCommunities in Schools (CIS)Step Into STEM - VelocityTXUniversity of Maryland, College ParkTexas A&M University Young Scholars PATHS-UP ProgramUS Naval AcademyEmail us your questions and more!THE STEM SPACE SHOWNOTESTHE STEM SPACE FACEBOOK GROUPVIVIFY INSTAGRAMVIVIFY FACEBOOKVIVIFY XVIVIFY TIKTOKVIVIFY YOUTUBE

Today, we're tackling an issue that hits home for so many of you feeling overwhelmed by endless to do lists, emails and the constant juggling act between work and family.Joining us as Leslie Shreve, founder and CEO of Productive Day® and creator of Taskology: The Science of Getting Things Done. Leslie has helped professionals across 30+ countries reclaim their time, reduce stress, and boost efficiency—often increasing productivity by more than 300%!Listen in as Leslie shares actionable strategies to help you reclaim your workday and find more balance between your professional and personal life. Whether you're an entrepreneur, a busy professional, or just feeling overwhelmed by the demands of parenting, this episode is packed with insights to help you get more done in less time while reducing your stress.Tune in to learn how to lighten your mental load and start making meaningful changes today!Anna's Takeaways:Leslie's Motivation and Initial Thoughts (01:34)Challenges of Modern Work and Productivity Tools (02:08)The Role of Tools and Methodologies (08:56)Defining and Prioritizing Tasks (11:16)Balancing Work and Personal Life (26:57)Implementing Taskology (27:10)Managing Email and Information Overload (36:51)Applying Taskology to Personal Life (43:56)About Guest:Leslie Shreve, Founder and CEO of Productive Day®, is a workload management and productivity expert who created Taskology® The Science of Getting Things Done, a comprehensive system for managing tasks, time, email, and information. Since 2003, she has helped hundreds of professionals across more than 30 industries increase efficiency by up to 300%, reclaim 1-2 hours in their workday, and reduce time spent in their email inbox by up to 50%. Leslie has been interviewed on television, radio, and podcasts, and her advice has been featured or quoted in the Baltimore Business Journal, SmartCEO Magazine, Fast Company, the Huffington Post, The Globe and Mail, Business Management Daily, and in several books. Leslie also published her first book in 2016 called, Taskology: How to Unleash the Power of Your Most Productive Workday.Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple PodcastsMoney Boss Parents! Welcome to Anna's Money Boss Parent podcast, your go-to resource for mastering money management while raising a family. Join me as we explore practical tips, expert insights, and inspiring stories to help you achieve financial success and create a brighter future for your loved ones. Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review the show to support our mission of empowering parents like you to take charge of their finances and build a prosperous life for their families. Let's thrive together on this incredible journey!Links mentioned in this episode FREE GUIDE- Kid Money Boss: School isn't teaching my son about Money. It's up to us Parents. Here are 9 tools I am using to team my son, everything I never learned as a kid.Guest website https://www.linkedin.com/in/leslieshreve/

The Eleventh guest on Capitalism: The Remix is Evan Lutz, founder and CEO of Hungry Harvest. He is also one of the first founders to come through the Conscious Venture Lab!   Evan is a 31 year-old social entrepreneur from Baltimore, Maryland who is passionate about food justice, entrepreneurship, and the Baltimore Ravens. He's a frequent guest on NPR, the Washington Post, and Baltimore News stations. He's been recognized in both Forbes 30 under 30 and Baltimore Business Journal's 40 under 40 lists and Montgomery County Emerging Business of the Year Award (previous winners include Honest Tea, Sweet Green, and Comcast). Evan was also featured on ABC's Shark Tank, where he made a deal with Robert Herjavec.    In this episode of "Capitalism: The Remix,". Jeff and Evan explore Evan's journey creating a social enterprise aimed at reducing food waste and promoting food justice. Evan shares his motivations, challenges, and experiences, including behind-the-scenes insights from his appearance on Shark Tank and the subsequent growth (and pivot) of his business. They explore themes of resiliency, the impact of food waste, and the evolution of the U.S. food system.    Evan's Top 5 Albums/Artists  Abbey Roads - The Beatles Essential Springsteen - Springsteen Good Kid, Mad City - Kendrick Lamar Eagles - The Eagles     Evan's company, Hungry Harvest - hungryharvest.net LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/evan-lutz-949b0833/ Instagram - @evanmlutz   Follow us on social media: IG: @capitalismtheremix LinkedIn  

Give us about fifteen minutes daily, and we will give you all the local news, sports, weather, and events you can handle.   SPONSORS: Many thanks to our sponsors… Annapolis Subaru, the SPCA of Anne Arundel County,  Solar Energy Services, and Hospice of the Chesapeake. Today... A bit of a crime spree in the downtown area of Annapolis. Governor Moore announced that it will be free to file taxes in Maryland next year. The Baltimore Business Journal has learned Oliver Brewing will move from Baltimore to Anne Arundel County. The Annapolis Mall was sold and now we know more about what to expect. The deadline to register for CBF's Rod & Reef Slam Tournament is approaching. And of course, we have some pod news! Link to daily news recap newsletter: https://forms.aweber.com/form/87/493412887.htm Trevor from  Annapolis Makerspace is not here with your Maker Minutes because I lost the file! So, standing in for him is Sandy from Annapolis Moms Media to bring you your Local Food Finds! And as usual, George from DCMDVA Weather is here with your local weather forecast! Please download their app to keep on top of the local weather scene! DAILY NEWSLETTER LINK: https://forms.aweber.com/form/87/493412887.htm The Eye On Annapolis Daily News Brief is produced every Monday through Friday at 6:00 am and available wherever you get your podcasts and also on our social media platforms--All Annapolis and Eye On Annapolis (FB) and @eyeonannapolis (TW) NOTE: For hearing-impaired subscribers, a full transcript is available on Eye On Annapolis.

Beyond the Kitchen Chef Ashish shares some insights from his chef-owner's journey. We jump into our time machine and revisit pivotal moments in chef's career. What advice would a successful chef give to their younger self? In this podcast episode, find out how Chef Ashish handles moments that have shaped his career. From navigating the challenges of the restaurant to shaping his personal life.

The Baltimore Business Journal's Melody Simmons talks about the economic impact expected from the Baltimore bridge collapse. And, the Washington Post's Cristiano Lima-Strong explains a new law in Florida that seeks to prevent children under 14 from joining social media. Then, New York Times reporter Andrew Jacobs discusses the renewed interest in the drug ibogaine to cure addiction as the number of opioid deaths in the U.S. continues to rise.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

Join Dr. Jay and Brad as they interview CEO of Shift, NYT's and WSJ Bestselling Author, and TEDx Speaker, Joe Mechlinski. Joe Mechlinski is a social entrepreneur who believes that an engaged workforce is the key to unlocking human potential. Joe has a deep-rooted passion for helping build engaged mission-driven cultures and challenging business leaders to think strategically about how they attract, develop, and retain the best talent to grow, regardless. While earning his degree from the Johns Hopkins University, Joe founded four ventures—with varying degrees of success and failure—to pay his way through college. At 23, to transform the purpose of business, Joe founded SHIFT. SHIFT is a collective of businesses spanning consulting, executive membership, and venture capitalism united by their common mission to revolutionize workforce engagement and transform the world. SHIFT has offices in Baltimore, Washington, D.C., and Boston. SHIFT has been recognized by the Baltimore Business Journal as one of the “Best Places to Work” for five consecutive years and by Inc. Magazine, nationally, as an “Inc. Best Workplace” for two consecutive years. Since founding the business, Joe and SHIFT have been featured on Bloomberg Radio, Forbes, Entrepreneur, and The Wall Street Journal Online. In 2014, Joe was invited to sit on the White House Small Business Council. A decade after SHIFT's inception, Joe compiled the lessons he learned from his early life experiences, and his work with more than 600 organizations across the country, into the 2013 New York Times bestseller: Grow Regardless. Always embarking on new adventures, Joe launched a new book and podcast. Shift the Work, is a USA Today and Wall Street Journal bestseller that answers the riddle between engagement at work and engagement with life. Rooted in neuroscience, and filled with actionable strategies and inspiring stories, Shift The Work empowers readers to reconnect with their passions, seek more fulfilling opportunities, and discover their greater purpose. His podcast, Shift Happens, which features inspiring guests, such as New York Times bestselling author Dan Pink, and three-time New York Times bestselling author Tucker Max. Shift Happens is where disappointment meets success, frustration leads to transformation, and crossroads drive life-changing choices. Joe Mechlinski goes deep with trailblazers in every industry, from architects to comedians, and they all have something in common – one great story! Connect with Joe on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joemechlinski/ Check out Joe's two books: Grow Regardless and Shift The Work. Listen in on Joe's podcast: Shift Happens. Visit these websites for more information on Joe or SHIFT: http://shiftthework.com/ or https://www.joemechlinski.com/.

Are tax increment financing (TIF) packages working for development in Baltimore? Today's guest is Melody Simmons, a Senior Reporter for the Baltimore Business Journal. For nearly 10 years, she has been covering the planned transformation of an 88-acre parcel of land near Hopkins Hospital by East Baltimore Development, Inc (EBDI). She gives us an update on this TIF anchored project and where it stands with key stakeholders.Email us at midday@wypr.org, tweet us: @MiddayWYPR, or call us at 410-662-8780.

The Baltimore Sun was sold to David Smith, the Executive Chairman of Sinclair Broadcasting. The conservative media conglomerate owns the Fox45 TV station in Baltimore, and more than 200 other stations across the country. Melody Simmons, a Senior Reporter for the Baltimore Business Journal, joins us to discuss the news.Email us at midday@wypr.org, tweet us: @MiddayWYPR, or call us at 410-662-8780.

Last Monday, Gov. Wes Moore, Senate President Bill Ferguson, and Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott joined the developer David Bramble to announce preliminary designs for a reboot of Harbor Place. Melody Simmons covers development for the Baltimore Business Journal. She joins Midday to discuss the plans for Harborplace. Then, Pamela Woodof The Baltimore Banner joins Midday to share her reporting on the retirement announcement from Congressman John Sarbanes which follows Senator Ben Cardin's decision to retire at the end of his term.Email us at midday@wypr.org, tweet us: @MiddayWYPR, or call us at 410-662-8780.

Give us about fifteen minutes a day and we will give you all the local news, local sports, local weather, and local events you can handle.   SPONSORS: Many thanks to our sponsors… Annapolis Subaru, the SPCA of Anne Arundel County,  Solar Energy Services, Hospice of the Chesapeake, Scout & Molly's, and Alpha Engineering. Today... A very depressing news day today--sorry. More shootings in Annapolis along with a missing juvenile. A man licked the ear of a trick-or-treater in Severn and then ultimately pointed a gun at the child's mother. A man was almost robbed at gunpoint at the Wells Fargo branch near the Annapolis Mall--same MO of the rest. And a father appears to have killed his son in Odenton before killing himself in a parking lot of Ft. Meade. The Baltimore Business Journal crunched some numbers on housing affordability in some of the pricier neighborhoods in the area and Anne Arundel County did not fare too well in terms of affordability. Podcast news and more! Link to daily news recap newsletter: https://forms.aweber.com/form/87/493412887.htm Trevor from  Annapolis Makerspace is here with your Maker Minutes! And as usual, George from DCMDVA Weather is here with your local weather forecast! Please download their app to keep on top of the local weather scene! DAILY NEWSLETTER LINK: https://forms.aweber.com/form/87/493412887.htm The Eye On Annapolis Daily News Brief is produced every Monday through Friday at 6:00 am and available wherever you get your podcasts and also on our social media platforms--All Annapolis and Eye On Annapolis (FB) and @eyeonannapolis (TW) NOTE: For hearing impaired subscribers, a full transcript is available on Eye On Annapolis

The Baltimore Orioles are the top seed in the American League playoffs. Their week of rest comes to an end Saturday when they'll take on the Texas Rangers in the ALDS, the Division series. It's the first time the team has made the playoffs since 2014. The excitement that the Orioles have generated this season is peppered with no shortage of anxiety as negotiations continue to finalize a lease agreement between the team and the MD Stadium Authority. Today we talk baseball with Danielle Allentuck, the Orioles beat writer for our news partner, the Baltimore Banner. Melody Simmons also joins us. She is a senior reporter for the Baltimore Business Journal who covers real estate and economic development.Email us at midday@wypr.org, tweet us: @MiddayWYPR, or call us at 410-662-8780.

Dr. La Keita Carter stops by to discuss her Psychology Today Article "What Type Of Apologizer Are You?". She discusses six types of apologies and how they are linked to emotional intelligence. Dr. La Keita D. Carter, a licensed psychologist in Maryland, specializes in trauma, sexual wellness and relationships, addictions, women's issues, and cultural barriers to treatment. A native Baltimorean, Dr. Carter completed her bachelor's degree at Temple University (magna cum laude) as well as master's and doctoral degrees at Loyola University Maryland. Aside from being a licensed psychologist, she is a licensed clinical professional counselor (LCPC) and licensed clinical alcohol & drug counselor (LCADC) in Maryland. Dr. Carter is the owner and CEO of the Institute for HEALing, LLC (iHEAL), an award-winning, nationally-accredited wellness agency based in Owings Mills, MD that specializes in the treatment of mental health disorders in children, teens, and adults. In addition to her practice, she teaches psychology at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Affectionately known as "Dr. C" by her patients and graduate students, she has authored three psychology textbooks and regularly writes articles related to sexual health, wellness, and relationships in her Psychology Today column, Inside Intimacy. Over the past two years, she was recognized as one of Maryland's Most Admired CEOs, Maryland's Top 100 Women (in 2021 and 2023), and Top 40 under 40 by The Daily Record and a Leader in Diversity by The Baltimore Business Journal. She has been featured guest discussing mental health topics in media outlets like The Afro, Fox45, WBAL, New York Times, Washington Post, WJZ13, and Baltimore Sun. With love for her community being a driving force behind her work, she volunteers her time as a member of the Board of Directors for Pro Bono Counseling as well as the Vice-President of the Board of Directors for the Black Mental Health Alliance, Inc. She holds the office of Secretary on the Board of Deacons at Providence Baptist Church as well as chaplain of one of the church's oldest clubs. A 20+ year member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., our nation's oldest historically Black Greek-letter organization, Dr. Carter was initiated in Delta Mu chapter at Temple University. She is an active member in Rho Xi Omega chapter (Baltimore, MD) where she currently serves as the Mental Health Committee Chairman, Technology Committee Chairman, and External Awards Committee Co-chairman. She is married to Jarrett Carter, Sr., and they have four children who range in age from 5-13. She enjoys exercising (lifting and cycling), baking, cooking, traveling, home decorating, and watching movies. She reserves Sundays, her favorite day of the week, for faith, family, and selfcare, which includes baking her weekly loaf of bread. Click here for my headshot. Check out Dr. Carter's Facebook HERE. Check out her Instagram HERE Her Psychology Today Blog HERE Her Website HERE  

Eight-year-old Gretchen Harrington leaves home, walking to vacation bible school at a church just a half mile from her home. Usually, Gretchen is accompanied by her two sisters, but this day, she walks alone. The older girls stay home.  It was just after  9 a.m. when Pastor Harold Harrington waved goodbye. Two hours passed before he found out Gretchen never made it to VBS. Hundreds of people took part in the search for the little girl. A police helicopter continuously flew overhead.  Teams of searchers combed the hillside of the community.  Friends and family hand out fliers with Gretchen's picture on it. Some witnesses said they had seen Gretchen outside a car, talking to someone, but nothing came of the lead. Two months later, a jogger found the skeletonized human remains of a little girl. The Harringtons confirmed the clothing found with the body as Gretchen's. It was only 20 minutes from her home.  Gretchen's manner of death is ruled a homicide. The girl's skull has been fractured by multiple vicious blows. An autopsy does not reveal sex assault, but police believe that was the motive.  Now, years later, a new book leads to the capture of a murderer.  Joining Nancy Grace Today: Joanna Falcone Sullivan - Co-author: ‘Marple's Gretchen Harrington Tragedy: Kidnapping, Murder and Innocence Lost in Suburban Philadelphia', Editor in chief, Baltimore Business Journal; Facebook: Gretchen Harrington: Innocence Lost in Suburban Philadelphia    Jarrett Ferentino - Homicide Prosecutor, Facebook & Instagram: Jarrett Ferentino   Dr. Jeff Kieliszewski - Forensic Psychologist, Author: “Darksides;" FB: forensicsandmediapsychologist/TikTok: Dr. Jeff Kieliszewski   Brandon M. Graeff - Chief of Police with Marple Township Police Department in Broomall, PA;@marplepolice on Facebook, X, and Instagram Dr. Karl E. Williams, MD, MPH - Chief Medical Examiner for Allegheny County, PA  Audrey Conklin- Crime Reporter for Fox News Digital, Twitter: @audpants  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Medsider Radio, we sat down with David Narrow, CEO of Sonavex, who has previously worked with multinational medical device companies on their commercialization and long-term business strategies as a healthcare consultant for Health Advances. David earned his B.S. in Biomedical Engineering with Highest Distinction from the University of Rochester before receiving his Masters from Johns Hopkins University. He was named 30 Under 30 in Healthcare by Forbes in 2016 and 40 Under 40 by the Baltimore Business Journal in 2017.In this interview with David, we talk about the art of perfecting product design, the strategies to adeptly navigate complex regulatory waters, and the nuances of capturing the trust and interest of venture capitalists. Before we dive into the discussion, I wanted to mention a few things:If you're into learning from proven medtech and health tech leaders and want to know when new content and interviews go live, head over to Medsider.com and sign up for our free newsletter. You'll get access to gated articles, and lots of other interesting healthcare content.Second, if you want even more inside info from proven experts, think about a Medsider premium membership. We talk to experienced life science leaders about the nuts and bolts of running a business and bringing products to market.This is your place for valuable knowledge on specific topics like seed funding, prototyping, insurance reimbursement, and positioning a medtech startup for an exit.In addition to the entire back catalog of Medsider interviews over the past decade, premium members get a copy of every volume of Medsider Mentors at no additional cost. If you're interested, go to medsider.com/subscribe to learn more.Lastly, here's a link to the full interview with David if you prefer reading.

In this episode we interview Matthew Reeds who is the new Deputy Director of Baltimore Homecoming. We discuss the city's unique assets and Baltimore Homecoming's mission to connect Baltimoreans from across the world with our city's leaders and innovators to spark new collaborations and drive new investments in Baltimore's future.  We envision a world where Baltimore is recognized as a leading hub for social & private sector entrepreneurship and where local leaders work hand-in-hand with a global network of Baltimoreans to advance a more prosperous and just city.  Furthermore Matthew has served on various boards including the Board of Regents of Morgan State University and The Morgan State University Foundation. Matthew has become one of Baltimore's rising young adults in the areas of philanthropy, business, and community service, recently named to HBCU Buzz's Top 30 under 30 and by the Baltimore Business Journal as a Person on the Move. 

Starting this weekend, adults 21 and older will be able to buy recreational cannabis from dispensaries across the state. We ask Baltimore Business Journal reporter Matt Hooke what economic impact legal cannabis is expected to generate. Plus, Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness and Nicole Harrison of Mary & Main describe how businesses are preparing for new customers.   Links:SunMed Growers expands with $16M cannabis edibles factory‘It's going to be hot': Maryland cannabis firms stockpile and staff up for big demand starting SaturdayMaryland's recreational marijuana bill will open marketplace in July, allow for pot cafésSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the most recent episode of Grow Sessions, Otha Smith, the CEO of Tetragram, opens up about his personal experience with medical cannabis and how it inspired him to create the Tetragram app. This innovative journaling app is transforming the way cannabis users approach their treatment by empowering them to make informed decisions and improving patient care. In an episode titled "Shining a Light on Plant Medicine with Tetragram," Otha shares his journey after a life-changing Traumatic Brain Injury, explores the most effective strains for various symptoms and conditions, the different consumption methods and much more. Plus, make sure not to miss your chance to receive a complimentary version of Tetragram for personal use. Tune in to discover the power of plant medicine and how Tetragram is revolutionizing the medical cannabis industry.About Otha SmithOtha Smith III is the CEO and Founder of Tetragram, an award-winning tech company based in Baltimore, MD. Tetragram's mobile app that leverages consumer product behavioral data to provide dispensaries, brands, and medical professionals with a clear understanding of the potential effects of cannabis use. Otha is a Maryland native, who grew up Southern Anne Arundel County and graduated from Bowie State University, a historically Black College. A seasoned entrepreneur, Otha started his first company - Aggressive Detailing LLC while in high school. Otha was recognized by Marijuana Venture Magazine as one of the Top 40 Under 40 Rising Stars in Cannabis, 2021. He sits on the board of several companies and non-profit organizations. Tetragram was highlighted by the Baltimore Business Journal as one of the Top 5 Startups to Watch in 2022. The Cannigma recognized Tetragram as the Best Cannabis Journaling App.To learn more about Tetragram, visit www.tetragramapp.com or download your own version on iTunes or Google Play.   Thanks for listening. Be sure to subscribe to our podcast to receive upcoming episodes.

Josh Shein is a real estate financing expert with over 20 years of lending experience, handling more than $1 billion in transactions. Josh started his career focused in the mortgage and reverse mortgage sector of real estate and is now focused on hard money and long-term rental lending as a partner at Trius Lending Partners, the Mid-Atlantic's premier private money lending company. As a seasoned professional with a common-sense approach to getting things done, Josh's expertise has led his company to be named Baltimore Business Journal's Fastest Growing Private Company of 2022 and recognized at the Inc 5000 as one the Fastest Growing Companies in Maryland and U.S.. Josh Shein is a real estate investor who has a great story to share and words of wisdom to impart for both beginning and veteran investors alike, so grab your pen and paper, buckle up and enjoy the ride. Want to get in contact with Josh Shein? Reach out at https://triuslending.com/.Want to become financially free through commercial real estate? Check out our eBook to learn how to jump start a cash flowing real estate portfolio here https://www.therealestateinvestingclub.com/real-estate-wealth-book  Enjoy the show? Subscribe to the channel for all our upcoming real estate investor interviews and episodes.  ************************************************************************  GET INVOLVED, CONNECTED & GROW YOUR REAL ESTATE BUSINESS  LEARN -- Want to learn the ins and outs of real estate investing? Check out our book at https://www.therealestateinvestingclub.com/real-estate-wealth-book  PARTNER -- Want to partner on a deal or connect in person? Email the host Gabe Petersen at gabe@therealestateinvestingclub.com or reach out on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/gabe-petersen/  WATCH -- Want to watch our YouTube channel? Click here: https://bit.ly/theREIshow  ************************************************************************   ABOUT THE REAL ESTATE INVESTING CLUB SHOW   Hear from successful real estate investors across every asset class on how they got started investing in real estate and then grew from their first deal to a portfolio of cash-flowing properties. We interview real estate pros from every asset class and learn what strategies they used to create generational wealth for themselves and their families. The REI Club is an interview-based real estate show that will teach you the fastest ways to start and grow your real estate investing career in today's market - from multifamily, to self-storage, to mobile home parks, to mix-use industrial, you'll hear it all! Join us as we delve into our guests career peaks and valleys and the best advice, greatest stories, and favorite tips they learned along the way. Want to create wealth for yourself using the vehicle of real estate? Getting mentorship is the fastest way to success. Get an REI mentor and check out our REI course at https://www.therealestateinvestingclub.com.  #realestateinvesting #passiveincome #realestate   Interested in becoming a passive investor in one of our projects? Kaizen Properties, is looking for passive investors for our upcoming deals. We invest in what are known as “recession resistant assets”: self storage, MH & RV parks, and industrial properties. If you are interested, go to the website and click on the “Invest with Us” button at the bottom of the page.Support the show

ABOUT JOSH SHEINJosh Shein is a real estate financing expert with over 20 years of lending experience, handling more than $1 billion in transactions. Josh started his career focused on the mortgage and reverse mortgage sector of real estate and is now focused on hard money and long-term rental lending as a partner at Trius Lending Partners, the Mid-Atlantic's premier private money lending company.  Josh is passionate about helping people make the most of their real estate investments, using his experience and knowledge to provide sound advice and education through webinars, and in-person workshops to educate people at all experience levels about the real estate investment process.  As a seasoned professional with a common-sense approach to getting things done, Josh's expertise has led his company to be named Baltimore Business Journal's Fastest Growing Private Company of 2022 and recognized at the Inc 5000 as one the Fastest Growing Companies in Maryland and the U.S.  THIS TOPIC IN A NUTSHELL:              Josh's career backgroundGetting into the mortgage business About Trius Lending and his partnersTypes of clients they work withLender's perspective: Criteria when looking at deals How the market shift affects real estate investorsFinding a deal in their market that pencils outThe current trend in their chosen marketLoan terms for different asset classes and how to qualifyAbout the Deal: 9 units in BaltimoreLessons learned on this deal How to approach appraisals What is a bridge funding gap? Josh's current real estate portfolio Mortgage private lending and fundConnect with Josh   KEY QUOTE: “Marathon, not a sprint. Do not ever try to sprint in real estate. You have to take it slow and steady.”   SUMMARY OF BUSINESS:Founded in 2003, Trius Lending Partners provides an individualized experience for every client. We are actively involved in each step of your investment, including developing personalized investment strategies and conducting in-person walk-throughs at all properties.Trius offers both short-term and long-term loan products to real estate investors. Their short-term 1-year loans provide funding for the acquisition and rehab of any and all commercial and residential rental properties, with loan amounts ranging from $100k to $2.5M. Long-term (DSCR) loans are offered nationwide, providing 5-to-30-year terms for a rental property that does not need any rehab closing within 25-45 days. Trius Lending Partners has been named Baltimore Business Journal's Fastest Growing Private Company of 2022 and recognized at the Inc 5000 as one the Fastest Growing Companies in Maryland and U.S.     ABOUT THE WESTSIDE INVESTORS NETWORK   The Westside Investors Network is your community for investing knowledge for growth. For real estate professionals by real estate professionals. This show is focused on the next step in your career... investing, for those starting with nothing to multifamily syndication.     The Westside Investors Network strives to bring knowledge and education to real estate professional that is seeking to gain more freedom in their life. The host AJ and Chris Shepard, are committed to sharing the wealth of knowledge that they have gained throughout the years to allow others the opportunity to learn and grow in their investing. They own Uptown Properties, a successful Property Management, and Brokerage Company. If you are interested in Property Management in the Portland Metro or Bend Metro Areas, please visit www.uptownpm.com. If you are interested in investing in multifamily syndication, please visit www.uptownsyndication.com.       #realestateinvesting #Mortgage #Lender #Financing #Partnership #BridgeLoan #Loans #PrivateMoney #HardMoney #BuyAndHold #CommercialProperty #Funding #RealEstateMarket #Buyers #Sellers #BridgeFunding #LongTermHolds #Appraisals #PrivateLending #LendersPerspective #Underwriting #RelationshipBased #ResidentialRentalProperties #DealDeepDive #PassiveWealth #newepisode #podcasting #JointheWINpod #WestsideInvestorsNetwork     CONNECT WITH JOSH SHEIN: Email: josh@triuslendingpartners.comWebsite: https://triuslending.comLinkedIn: @Josh Shein @Trius Lending PartnersInstagram: @triuslendingFacebook: @Trius LendingTikTok: @Trius Lending PartnersYouTube: @Trius Lending Partners        CONNECT WITH US   For more information about investing with AJ and Chris:  ·    Uptown Syndication | https://www.uptownsyndication.com/  ·    LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/company/71673294/admin/         For information on Portland Property Management:  ·    Uptown Properties | http://www.uptownpm.com  ·    Youtube | @UptownProperties      Westside Investors Network  ·    Website | https://www.westsideinvestorsnetwork.com/  ·    Twitter | https://twitter.com/WIN_pdx  ·    Instagram | @westsideinvestorsnetwork  ·    LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/groups/13949165/  ·    Facebook | @WestsideInvestorsNetwork  ·    Youtube | @WestsideInvestorsNetwork  

In this episode of the Brawn Body Health and Fitness Podcast - Dan is joined by Dr. Arman Taghizadeh to discuss Mental Health Considerations for Performance, Injury, and Illness in Athletes. Arman Taghizadeh, M.D. also known as “Dr. T”, is a Johns Hopkins trained Board-Certified Adult, Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist also specializing in Sports Psychiatry. He is the founder of Mindset Training Institute® (MTI), host of the “The Mindset Experience®” podcast and a 2023 TEDx speaker. Dr. T grew up in the greater Baltimore area and attended the Gilman School where he was a wrestling All-American. He graduated Magna Cum Laude from James Madison University where he was awarded a varsity letter every year on the NCAA Division I wrestling team. He received his M.D. from the University of Maryland School of Medicine in 2004, as a member of the prestigious Combined Accelerated Program in Psychiatry (CAPP). He completed both his Adult Residency and Child and Adolescent Fellowship at Johns Hopkins Hospital where he was elected Chief Resident from 2008-2009.   Dr. T maintains an independent practice in Baltimore and is a faculty instructor at Johns Hopkins Hospital in the Division of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. He is the official psychiatric consultant to Gilman School in Baltimore, a member of the #SameHere Psych Alliance and serves on the advisory board of Synergy Dryland.  He is also the medical director for “The Hidden Opponent,” a top mental health non-profit recognized as a standout resource for athletes by Kobe Bryant. Dr. T has also partnered with USA Lacrosse to integrate mental health education and mindset training through the Athlete-Mindset seminar series. Baltimore Magazine has selected him as “Top Doctor” every year since 2016.  The Baltimore Business Journal and Living Classrooms Foundation have recognized him as a “Rising Star.” He is a member of the International Society for Sports Psychiatry, a Distinguished Fellow of the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry (AACAP) and a Distinguished Fellow of the American Psychiatric Association (APA). He continues to train and has competed as an athlete in variety of sports including weightlifting, running, cycling, Crossfit, GoRuck and endurance challenges.  Given his personal athletic success, medical knowledge, and extensive clinical experience, Dr. T works closely with elite athletes, coaches, military personnel, first responders and competitive businesses to improve performance by identifying emotional barriers to success, managing psychological factors related to setbacks, teaching mental skills training and developing a competitive mindset. For more on Dr. T, check out @dr.t_sportspsych on social media & https://mindsettraininginstitute.com/ ... Dr. T also hosts The Mindset Experience Podcast which can be found here https://themindsetexp.libsyn.com/ To keep up to date with everything Dan is doing, be sure to subscribe and follow @brawnbody on social media! Episode Sponsors: MedBridge: https://www.medbridgeeducation.com/brawn-body-training or Coupon Code "BRAWN" for 40% off your annual subscription! CTM Band: https://ctm.band/collections/ctm-band coupon code "BRAWN10" = 10% off! PurMotion: "brawn" = 10% off!! TRX: trxtraining.com coupon code "TRX20BRAWN" = 20% off Red Light Therapy through Hooga Health: hoogahealth.com coupon code "brawn" = 12% off Ice shaker affiliate link: https://www.iceshaker.com?sca_ref=1520881.zOJLysQzKe Training Mask: "BRAWN" = 20% off at checkout https://www.trainingmask.com?sca_ref=2486863.iestbx9x1n Make sure you SHARE this episode with a friend who could benefit from the information we shared! Check out everything Dan is up to, including blog posts, fitness programs, and more by clicking here: https://linktr.ee/brawnbodytraining Liked this episode? Leave a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform! *Note-this episode is not intended to diagnose, treat, or replace services from a qualified mental health provider --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/daniel-braun/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/daniel-braun/support

In the hundred-and-twenty-ninth episode of Collecting Real Estate, we interviewed Josh Shein of Trius Lending Partners.Josh Shein is a real estate financing expert with over 20years of lending experience, handling more than $1 billion in transactions. Josh started his career focused in the mortgage and reverse mortgage sector of real estate and is now focused on hard money and long-term rental lending as a partner at Trius Lending Partners, the MidAtlantic's premier private money lending company.Josh is passionate about helping people make the most of their real estate investments, using his experience and knowledge to provide sound advice and education through webinars, and in-person workshops to educate people at all experience levels about the real estate investment process.As a seasoned professional with a common-sense approach to getting things done, Josh's expertise has led his company to be named Baltimore Business Journal's Fastest Growing Private Company of 2022 and recognized at the Inc 5000 as one the Fastest Growing Companies in Maryland and U.S.triuslending.comjosh@triuslending.com

Wendy Bronfein, Chief Brand Officer & Director of Public PolicyWendy Bronfein is Co-Founder, Chief Brand Officer and Director of Public Policy at Curio Wellness. As a member of the executive leadership team, Bronfein drives the company's legislative agenda across multiple states, oversees the Curio brand, and all corporate communications. Under her leadership, Curio Wellness has become Maryland's leading medical cannabis company, securing 90% brand awareness within the first year of operations.Prior to starting Curio Wellness in 2016, Bronfein served as Creative Director of On-Air Promotions at LIVE! With Kelly & Michael from 2014-2016. In this role she oversaw the team responsible for launch, stunt and daily episodic promotion of the show. Bronfein also worked for NBC Universal's Oxygen network where she rose from Senior Producer and Editor in 2010 to Creative Director in 2014.Bronfein was a Managing Producer at BBC Worldwide Americas from 2006-2010 and has also served in various freelance production roles in New York and Los Angeles working on shows such as The Andy Milonakis Show, Wanda Does it, and The Sharon Osbourne Show.Bronfein is a member of the Board of Directors for Pratt Contemporaries, affiliated with Baltimore City's largest public library system. She is also on the Board of Directors for the Pearlstone Center in Baltimore, MD.In 2017, Bronfein was named to Baltimore Business Journal's 40 under 40 list and to Marijuana Venture's “Women to Watch”.@curio_welllness (IG)https://www.facebook.com/curiowellnessbrandhttps://twitter.com/curiowellnesshttps://www.linkedin.com/company/curio-wellness/@fardottermarylandhttps://www.facebook.com/fardottermarylandhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/far-dotter/

 My guest is a nationally known mortgage and real-estate expert. Since 1985, he has closed over 5,987 mortgage transactions totaling over $1 Billion in production. Brian has been awarded the Greater Baltimore Board of Realtors coveted affiliate of the year award. He has authored courses for the Mortgage Bankers Association of America and has written for numerous industry publications. Brian has conducted classes for Realtors in the Baltimore area for over 3 decades and has authored courses approved for Realtors continuing credit accreditation. He has appeared on over 43 radio stations as a mortgage expert as well as ABC, NBC, CBS, and Comcast TV. He has also been featured in and written for the Baltimore Sun, Baltimore Business Journal as well as the Daily Record as a mortgage financing and Real Estate expert. Brian is also the Author of The Amazon Best Seller- "THE REAL ESTATE LOOPHOLE- that shows consumers how to  Buy A Home." https://www.amazon.com/stores/Brian-I.-Sacks/author/B0BF3K7P6Y?ref=ap_rdr&store_ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=truehttp://www.yourlotandparcel.org

Helping students reach their potential is at the heart of teaching. We speak with Debra Hettleman, CEO of Building STEPS to find out how her organisation has been working with 15 high schools in Baltimore to help under-represented students become science and technology professionals. Hosted by Ben Newsome from Fizzics Education About Building STEPS Developed by a science consultant to help under-represented students become science and technology professionals, Building STEPS increases the number of students who earn a college degree and enter STEM and healthcare careers. Launched in Baltimore in 2000, and partnering with our city's more challenged, under-resourced public high schools, Building STEPS unlocks potential and propels high achieving, highly motivated students to college and career success. To learn more, visit https://www.buildingsteps.org/about-us/our-mission/ About Debra Hettleman Debra launched Building STEPS with the purpose of creating a college pathway for underrepresented students to become STEM professionals. Today, she oversees all aspects of this Baltimore not for profit from developing and maintaining corporate and institutional partners to advising the Board on creating and implementing growth strategies. Over 23 years, Debra has grown Building STEPS from three school partnerships serving 16 students to fifteen high school partnerships serving nearly 150 high school students and 200 college students annually. More than 80% of Building STEPS students earn college degrees. Creating networking and professional development programs, Building STEPS Young Professional Council, made up of all Building STEPS Alumni, advances community engagement and opportunities for peer-to-peer connections. Debra is a graduate of the Greater Baltimore Committee's The Leadership, has been honored by the Baltimore Business Journal as Maryland's Top 100 Women and is recognized by Baltimore Magazine as a Baltimore Game Changer. Outside of work, Debra can be found hiking the trails or kayaking the waters of Maryland's parks. Hosted by Ben Newsome from Fizzics Education With interviews with leading science educators and STEM thought leaders, this science education podcast is about highlighting different ways of teaching kids within and beyond the classroom. It's not just about educational practice & pedagogy, it's about inspiring new ideas & challenging conventions of how students can learn about their world! https://www.fizzicseducation.com.au/ Know an educator who'd love this STEM podcast episode?  Share it!The FizzicsEd podcast is a member of the Australian Educators Online Network (AEON )http://www.aeon.net.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anthony L. Jenkins, Ph.D., became the eighth President of Coppin State University (CSU) on May 26, 2020. A respected higher education leader, he is an advocate committed to creating opportunities for all students, especially those from underrepresented communities.He is a champion of public policy issues that foster meaningful dialogue within the landscape of higher education. President Jenkins has delivered keynote addresses to audiences across the United States and internationally. His speeches, research, presentations, and publications have been focused on economic development, crisis management, enrollment and retention, diversity, leadership, African-American male initiatives, social justice, first-generation college students, funding higher education, mentoring, and high-risk college campus behavior such as alcohol consumption and sexual misconduct.President Jenkins is leading the Coppin State University family with an unwavering commitment to student-centeredness, excellence, transparency, and accountability. Through collaboration with students, faculty, staff, alumni, and the Baltimore community, President Jenkins is positioning Coppin State University to become a national leader in urban higher education that transforms the lives of students, from all backgrounds. Coppin State University is recognized, nationally, for its healthcare, business, psychology, criminal justice, teacher education, social work, and STEM academic programs.President Jenkins has expanded the academic portfolio by developing and implementing new, high-demand academic program offerings, such as: the certificate in Entrepreneurship and Innovation, the Master of Science in Health Information Management, the Bachelor of Science in Data Science, the Master of Science in Applied Molecular Biology and Biochemistry, and the Master of Science in Polymer and Materials Sciences. Greater emphasis has been placed on adult learners and, therefore, three fully online degree programs are under development with the Bachelor of Science in Management Information Systems recently receiving full approval for online offering. The Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education – Human Development, Bachelor of Science in Health Information Management, and the Doctorate of Nursing Practice will be submitted for approval to offer through online modality.As President of Coppin State University, he serves on the Board of Directors of the Hippodrome Foundation; the Baltimore chapter of President Obama's national initiative, My Brother's Keeper; Healthcare Access Maryland; the Maryland Zoological Society; the Boy Scouts of America – Baltimore Area Council; the Association of Public and Land-Grant Universities; and the national advisory council for Ninety To Zero. He is also a member the President's Council of the Greater Baltimore Committee.President Jenkins has been honored by several civic organizations and universities for his leadership on social change and community engagement. He has been invited to discuss important higher education issues on various media outlets, appearing on Maryland Public Television, Fox News, CBS News, The Jim Strawn Talk Show, HBCU'ish, Hoppy Kercheval – WV MetroNews, IHeart Radio, TEDCO Talks, WOLB, HBCU Digest, C-SPAN, The Box Podcast, NPR and the Roland Martin Show. President Jenkins has been inducted into several prestigious academic honor, business, and leadership societies, including Alpha Kappa Psi; Phi Kappa Phi; Sigma Alpha Pi; Alpha Sigma Lambda; Omicron Delta Kappa; Alpha Phi Sigma; Pi NU; and Order of Omega. The Baltimore Business Journal included him in their 2021 cohort of “Faces to Watch.”Born in Washington, D.C., and raised between the nation's capital and North Carolina, Jenkins is a United States Army veteran who began his path to the presidency as a first-generation college graduate of Fayetteville State University. He earned a master's degree from North Carolina Central University and a doctorate from Virginia Tech. President Jenkins is the first graduate in the history of Virginia Tech's Higher Education and Student Affairs (HESA) doctoral program to become a college or university president.President Jenkins is married to his college sweetheart, Toinette Jenkins, who proudly serves as the First Lady of Coppin State University. They have two daughters.

Shellee and Eric discuss: - Financial literacy is not taught in school and young adults don't understand the concept of how much the cost of living is. - It is hard to teach kids the concept of earning and saving money. - Things you can do as a parent to help your child be prepared to manage money. - Do you go to a school you really want to go to or a school where you received a big scholarship? - If you sacrifice your own retirement to send your teen to college, you are not doing them any favors. - Understand your Return On Investment when choosing a college. "You can afford to do almost anything, but not everything in this life."- Eric Brotman Eric D. Brotman, CFP™, AEP, CPWA is a financial advisor, wealth manager, mentor, and host of the podcast Don't Retire...Graduate! As CEO of BFG Financial Advisors, he has been advising his clients on investing, risk management, retirement, and financial planning for over 25 years. Eric believes that financial literacy is the key to well-being and is on a mission to help families and professionals achieve financial freedom. As part of his mission, he has served as an adjunct faculty member at Stevenson University, teaching the Certified Financial Planner curriculum to graduate students. In addition, he is serving on the Board of Trustees for the Maryland State Retirement and Pension System as an appointee of Governor Larry Hogan and he has testified before the Maryland Senate in favor of financial literacy education. Eric's approachable and actionable financial advice has been featured on Baltimore WBAL's 11 News Sunday Morning, The Wall Street Journal, Forbes.com, Yahoo! Finance, The Baltimore Sun, Baltimore Business Journal, Investment Advisor, Fidelity Investor's Weekly, and numerous other publications. His podcast, Don't Retire…Graduate!, is dedicated to inspiring individuals to advance into retirement seamlessly. Eric is the author of several books on personal finance, including Retire Wealthy: The Tools You Need to Help Build Lasting Wealth, Debt-Free for Life: The Tools You Need to Free Yourself from Debt, and Pay Less Taxes Now! Four Strategies to Help Reduce Your Income Taxes Legally, which can be downloaded for free at www.lowtaxbook.com. Eric is an avid traveler who calls Lutherville, Maryland home. He plans to “graduate” to living on the beach but hopes to never retire in the traditional sense. You can learn more about Eric at www.bfgfa.com or about the Don't Retire…Graduate! podcast at www.brotmanmedia.com Connect with Eric: Facebook: www.facebook.com/Dont-Retire-Graduate-111328207099985/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/dontretiregraduate/ Website: https://brotmanmedia.com Connect with Shellee Howard: Website:  https://collegereadyplan.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCr_WodPHDfSWEbiPdsRDbyQ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/collegereadyplan/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CollegeReadyPlan/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/college-ready/ Email: shellee@collegereadyplan.com

Brief summary of episode:Chef Ashish Alfred has created award-winning restaurants in the Baltimore and DC-metro area under the Alfred Restaurant Group. Earning acclaim from Duck Duck Goose Baltimore and Duck Duck Goose Bethesda, Chef Ashish Alfred was named Maryland Chef of the Year 2019 by the Maryland Restaurant Association. The prestigious award recognizes overall excellence in the foodservice industry and dedication to the community.Baltimore Business Journal recognized Chef Alfred as a 40 Under 40 recipient in 2020 as a product of his personal success, business growth and philanthropic efforts that better the community. He is one of the faces of the Visit Baltimore 2020 rebrand, where he is celebrated for representing Baltimore's unapologetic pride and diversity.Most recently, Chef Alfred was recognized as Chef Advocate by Baltimore Magazine for his efforts fighting against the exorbitant service fees charged by mobile delivery apps during the pandemic.The Truth In This ArtThe Truth In This Art is a podcast interview series supporting vibrancy and development of Baltimore & beyond's arts and culture.Mentioned in this episode:  To find more amazing stories from the artist and entrepreneurial scenes in & around Baltimore, check out my episode directory. Stay in TouchNewsletter sign-upSupport my podcastShareable link to episode ★ Support this podcast ★

On today's episode of the Entrepreneur Evolution Podcast, we are joined by Kathy Nelson, Owner and Chief Toffee Maker of Baltimore's MFG Toffee & Bark Company. Kathy is a former producer for NBC's TODAY Show and freelance producer for several organizations, including, HGTV, Food Network and National Geographic. An avid cook, baker and candy maker, chocolate was "side hustle" until it took over! A few years ago, she started MFG Toffee and Bark and has been having fun creating a line of globally inspired toffees and barks. Think Toffee 2.0! MFG Toffee & Bark Company was recently named to the list of Fastest-Growing Women-Owned Businesses in Baltimore by the Baltimore Business Journal. To learn more about MFG Toffee & Bark Company, visit https://www.mfgtoffee.com/ We would love to hear from you, and it would be awesome if you left us a 5-star review. Your feedback means the world to us, and we will be sure to send you a special thank you for your kind words. Don't forget to hit “subscribe” to automatically be notified when guest interviews and Express Tips drop every Tuesday and Friday. Interested in joining our monthly entrepreneur membership? Email Annette directly at yourock@ievolveconsulting.com to learn more. Ready to invest in yourself? Book your free session with Annette HERE. Keep evolving, entrepreneur. We are SO proud of you! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/annette-walter/support

In episode 68, Coffey talks with Shannon Duvall about the performance and cultural benefits of encouraging employees to pursue their philanthropic passions.They discuss employee's increasing interest in giving back to the community; aligning philanthropic activities to the organization's culture; different strategies to measure employee engagement and participation; how to respond and navigate around social justice movements; and how younger generations are searching for work opportunities that allow them to be more involved in their communities.Good Morning, HR is brought to you by Imperative—premium background checks with fast and friendly service. For more information about our commitment to quality and excellent customer service, visit us at https://imperativeinfo.com. If you are an HRCI or SHRM-certified professional, this episode of Good Morning, HR has been pre-approved for half a recertification credit. To obtain the recertification information for this episode, visit https://goodmorninghr.com. About our Guest:Shannon has over 15 years of experience managing and scaling HR operations, with a focus ondeveloping the long-term strategic vision of CTM's culture and employee experience. Under her tenure, the company has consecutively been named to Inc.'s Best Places to Work, as well as Best Place to Work by Baltimore Business Journal. She holds a MS in Human Resources Management.Shannon Duvall can be reached at https://www.CallTrackingMetrics.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannon-duvall-2253b287 About Mike Coffey:Mike Coffey is an entrepreneur, human resources professional, licensed private investigator, and HR consultant.In 1999, he founded Imperative, a background investigations firm helping risk-averse companies make well-informed decisions about the people they involve in their business.Today, Imperative serves hundreds of businesses across the US and, through its PFC Caregiver & Household Screening brand, many more private estates, family offices, and personal service agencies.Mike has been recognized as an Entrepreneur of Excellence and has twice been named HR Professional of the Year. Additionally, Imperative is included in the prestigious Best Places to Work in Texas list and has been named the Texas Association of Business' small business of the year.Mike is a member of the Fort Worth chapter of the Entrepreneurs' Organization and volunteers with the SHRM Texas State Council.Mike maintains his certification as a Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) through the HR Certification Institute. He is also a SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP).Mike lives in Fort Worth with his very patient wife. He practices yoga and maintains a keto diet, about both of which he will gladly tell you way more than you want to know.Learning Objectives: 1. Understand why employees are moving towards volunteering and altruism2. Discover the benefits of investing time and resources to charities and philanthropic activities3. Learn strategies to measure employee engagement

Give us about ten minutes a day and we will give you all the local news, local sports, local weather, and local events you can handle.   SPONSORS: Many thanks to our sponsors... Solar Energy Services because solar should be in your future! The Kristi Neidhardt Team. If you are looking to buy or sell your home, give Kristi a call at 888-860-7369! and, Scout & Molly's! Today... Governor Hogan has the Rona. The Baltimore Business Journal looks at in-state migrations during COVID--really interesting. Maryland Hall announced a new series of shows AND they have partnered with Compass Rose Theater to resurrect the company in their own space at Maryland Hall. The Maryland Tach Council has announced the formation of the Chesapeake Region Chapter which will be led by Jim Gibbons and Trish Farrell. We finally have some fantastic Glenn Miller photos from the Navy Temple football game. The MRE's Tug-of-War is this Saturday at the crack o noon, and if you or your company would like to tug, let me know--we need some more tuggers! The Santa Speedo Run is scheduled. Pod news and we have five gift certificates to give away at Mother's Peninsula Grill...who is having a pig roast on Sunday! And as usual, George from DCMDVA Weather is here with your local weather forecast! Please download their APP so you can keep on top of the local weather scene! The Eye On Annapolis Daily News Brief is produced every Monday through Friday at 6:00 am and available wherever you get your podcasts and also on our social media platforms--All Annapolis and Eye On Annapolis (FB) and @eyeonannapolis (TW) NOTE: For hearing impaired subscribers, a full transcript is available on Eye On Annapolis  

Today, it's Midday on Development.  Every so often, we talk to the folks who are involved in some of Baltimore's commercial and residential projects that in many cases are game-changers for the neighborhoods in which they are being built, and for the city at large. Certainly, there are few game-changing projects in Baltimore that rival the enormity and significance of Port Covington, the 200-acre waterfront development in South Baltimore that will eventually provide a new headquarters for the Under Armour company, and 14 million square feet of retail, residential and office space, along with parks and open areas. To view videos of the new neighborhood, including a CG fly-through, click here. Tom's first guest is MaryAnne Gilmartin, the founder and CEO of MAG Partners. Her development firm is working on finding tenants for all of the first tranche of new buildings in the Port Covington neighborhood that are just a few months away from completion. MaryAnne Gilmartin joins us on Zoom from New York… Later in the program, Tom talks with Melody Simmons, a business development and real estate reporter for the Baltimore Business Journal. The veteran journalist updates us on some of the other big projects underway here in Baltimore. Melody Simmons joins Tom in Studio A.  __________________________________ Reminder: Election Day is next Tuesday! Early voting continues through Thursday at 8:00 PM. If you want to request a mail-in ballot by mail, the deadline to postmark your request is today (Tuesday). You have until Friday to ask for a mail-in ballot via e-mail.If you are not yet registered to vote, you can register when you vote early, or on election day. Bring a form of identification that proves you live in your jurisdiction.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's episode of the Entrepreneur Evolution Podcast, we are joined by Richard Palarea. Richard Palarea is the CEO of Kermit, a Baltimore-based healthcare cost reduction and spend management company bringing automation and insight to the high-spend category of implantable medical devices within hospitals and health systems. Since its founding in 2011, Kermit has saved hospitals more than $200 million and manages 40% of the implantable device spend transacting in Maryland. Kermit has been recognized in multiple years as an Inc. 5000 company and by the Baltimore Business Journal as a Fast 50 company and a Top Software Company ranked by local revenue, as well as SmartCEO's Future 50. Kermit is the recipient of industry awards, including the Federation of American Hospitals' Heartbeat of Healthcare for its work as an innovative partner helping hospitals manage costs during a global pandemic. We would love to hear from you, and it would be awesome if you left us a 5-star review. Your feedback means the world to us, and we will be sure to send you a special thank you for your kind words. Don't forget to hit “subscribe” to automatically be notified when guest interviews and Express Tips drop every Tuesday and Friday. Interested in joining our monthly entrepreneur membership? Email Annette directly at yourock@ievolveconsulting.com to learn more. Ready to invest in yourself? Book your free session with Annette HERE. Keep evolving, entrepreneur. We are SO proud of you! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/annette-walter/support

In today's episode, we are interviewing Rich with Kermit! His software has helped save hospitals millions of dollars since 2011. We discuss the purpose of the software and why more hospitals should consider it! Richard Palarea is-the CEO of Kermit, a Baltimore-based healthcare cost reduction and spend management company bringing automation and insight to the high-spend category of implantable medical devices within hospitals and health systems. Since its founding in 2011, Kermit has saved hospitals more than $200 million and manages 40% of the implantable device spending transacting in Maryland. Kermit has been recognized in multiple years as an Inc. 5000 company and by the Baltimore Business Journal as a Fast 50 company and a Top Software Company ranked by local revenue, as well as SmartCEO's Future 50. Kermit is the recipient of industry awards, including the Federation of American Hospitals' Heartbeat of Healthcare for its work as an innovative partner helping hospitals manage costs during a global pandemic. Interested in learning more? Check out this link: https://www.kermitppi.com/walkinswelcome Have a question or a story we should feature as an episode? Email us at hello@patientcaremarketingpros.com Intro/Outro Music by Devin Smith https://open.spotify.com/artist/4UdQjNXnACFE2VpkEoP8v2?si=pDx5jsgtRFOtwrpMOKOkuQ Stay connected with Patient Care Marketing Pros! https://patientcaremarketingpros.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/patientcaremarketingpros Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/patientcaremarketingpros LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/patient-care-marketing-pros/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9nwkAwIyiVvsLTWGoeRbWA

Brief summary of episode:Rhonda Pringle is the Market President and Publisher for the Baltimore Business Journal. In this role she oversees the coordinated efforts of editorial, advertising, events and audience development to promote strategic growth in all areas and adherence to the mission of The Business Journals.Rhonda has over 25 years of media and marketing experience, having started her career as a reporter with the Florida Times-Union and then in various sales and marketing management roles for some of the largest media companies in the U.S. where she worked with small businesses and Fortune 100 companies. Rhonda was recognized as a “World Class Leader” by the National Ad Council and “A Leader to Watch” by the National Association of Black Journalists. Since joining American City Business Journals in 2015, she has been recognized with four Eagle Awards for outstanding performance.A native of Jacksonville, Florida, Rhonda is a proud graduate of the University of Florida, where she holds a Bachelor's of Science degree in Journalism and Advertising. A passionate proponent of child welfare, Rhonda served several years on the grant review board of the Season for Sharing Foundation and is a charter board member of BESTWA, a non-profit organization dedicated to assisting with the needs of children in Liberia. She currently sits on the Center Club's Board of Governors and is a board member of Executive Alliance of Greater Baltimore, Ronald McDonald House Charities -MD, Live Baltimore, GBC Women's Advisory and a number of other committees, as well as the 2021 class of Leadership Baltimore County.The Truth In This ArtThe Truth In This Art is a podcast interview series supporting vibrancy and development of Baltimore & beyond's arts and culture. Mentioned in this episode:Rhonda Pringle To find more amazing stories from the artist and entrepreneurial scenes in & around Baltimore, check out my episode directory. Stay in TouchNewsletter sign-upSupport my podcastShareable link to episode ★ Support this podcast ★

Brief summary of episode:Delali Dzirasa is the CEO and founder of Fearless, a full stack digital services firm in Baltimore, Maryland with a mission to create software with a soul — tools that empower communities and make a difference. He's also the CEO and founder of Fearless Sports, an apparel company with a mission to ignite, equip, and uniform the impactful. Delali's committed to creating a soulful world where action breeds impact, and he's been named as one of Ernst & Young's Entrepreneurs of the Year for the Mid-Atlantic Region, the Daily Record's Most Admired CEOs, in the Baltimore Business Journal's (BBJ) Power 10 list, and in the Black Business Review's 40 under 40 list. He chaired the inaugural DevOpsDays Baltimore and is a founding member of the governing board of the Digital Services Coalition. Delali is also the Chair of Hack Baltimore: a city-wide innovation movement that teams up technologists, civic leaders, and city residents to design sustainable solutions for Baltimore's biggest challenges.Delali's passion and entrepreneurial spirit started at a young age. As a kid, he used to knock on doors and offer to cut grass, mow lawns, wash cars, or walk dogs. He then went on to graduate from the University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC) with a B.S. in Computer Engineering. Delali has over 15 years of experience leading agile software teams and programs, and he strives to make a difference in technology and in his surrounding community. He's passionate about increasing the rate of city youth heading into STEM fields and works closely with city nonprofits to provide funding and mentorship programs in city schools, as well as other education initiatives. In 2019, Delali testified to the US Senate Small Business committee on behalf of the National HUBZone Council for the Small Business Reauthorization Act. He was also awarded the National HUBZone Corporate Citizen of the Year in 2020.Delali currently lives in Baltimore City with his wife Dr. Letitia Dzirasa (Baltimore City's Health Commissioner) and two sons Dominic and Jaden. When he isn't busy running Fearless' family of brands, he enjoys working out and hanging out with friends and loved ones.The Truth In This ArtThe Truth In This Art is a podcast interview series supporting vibrancy and development of Baltimore & beyond's arts and culture. Mentioned in this episode:Fearless Fearless SportsDigital Services CoalitionHack BaltimoreTo find more amazing stories from the artist and entrepreneurial scenes in & around Baltimore, check out my episode directory. Stay in TouchNewsletter sign-upSupport my podcastShareable link to episode ★ Support this podcast ★

Amanda Yeager of Baltimore Business Journal joins Nestor and Chris Pika to discuss beat of our city

Will Gee is the Co-founder and CEO of Balti Virtual, a full-service augmented and virtual reality studio. Will and his team have designed augmented reality and virtual reality experiences for clients like Under Armour, PayPal, Stanley Black & Decker, Sagamore Development, and NBC Universal. He has also been honored as one of Baltimore Business Journal's Tech 10. Prior to Balti Virtual, Will worked on a number of video game titles including “European Air War” and “Dungeons and Dragons: Heroes” for a variety of clients and companies.  Will Gee, the Co-founder and CEO of Balti Virtual, joins John Corcoran in this episode of the Smart Business Revolution Podcast to talk about working in the virtual and augmented reality industry. Will also discusses how gaming software has evolved over the years, shares his experience working on a virtual reality project for the NFL, and talks about the future of the industry.

Tuesday, June 28Take Notice: Amplifying Black StoriesSeason 2, Episode 19: Ashley Wynn-GrimesIn this episode we speak with nurse, author, and entrepreneur, Ashley Wynn-Grimes. We discuss her work with her recently launched business, growing up in a military family, and the book that she will be releasing later this year entitled "Stigmatized".  She also shares how death has had a huge impact on her career and how she lives her life. Ashley Wynn-Grimes BSN, RN is the Founder of Cannabis Nursing Solutions, LLC author of children's book “Asa's Medicine” and "Stigmatized" to be released in 2022. Native to Baltimore, MD, Wynn-Grimes, a Black female entrepreneur and widely respected medical professional who was honored as a healthcare leader in 2021 by the Baltimore Business Journal. Wynn-Grimes is dedicated to empowering patients and nursing professionals to make informed medical cannabis care choices with impactful educational medical programs that also serve to promote diverse representation and medical equality in cannabis.Mentioned:WebsiteInstagramFacebookStigmatized - BookAsa's Medicine - BookTake Notice WebsiteTake Notice InstagramTake Notice Facebook

About the guestAndy Cook is the founder and Executive Director of Made In Baltimore.  After a decade spent telling stories of progress and innovation as a photojournalist in Baltimore and New Orleans, Andy shifted focus to pursue a career in urban planning. As an Environmental Planner at the Baltimore Office of Sustainability, Andy helped launch Waste-To-Wealth, a program capturing economic value from sustainable waste diversion.  Baltimore City Rec & Parks' Camp Small Zero Waste Initiative, Baltimore City Department of Public Works' Grow Centers, and Baltimore Office of Sustainability's Food Waste Initiative are all programs Andy piloted during that time.A native of Baltimore County, Andy holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts from Cooper Union, and a Master of City Planning from MIT.  In 2018 he was recognized as one of Baltimore Business Journal's 40 Under 40. He lives in the Remington neighborhood.The Truth In This ArtThe Truth In This Art is a podcast interview series supporting vibrancy and development of Baltimore & beyond's arts and culture.Mentioned in this episodeMade in BaltimoreTo find more amazing stories from the artist and entrepreneurial scenes in & around Baltimore, check out my episode directory.Stay in TouchNewsletter sign-upSupport my podcastShareable link to episode★ Support this podcast ★

About the guestHeidi Klotzman is the award-winning Founder and CEO of Baltimore-based HeidnSeek Entertainment, LLC (HNS), a company recognized for its excellence in marketing businesses and special events and booking live music and DJ talent. Her creative direction of HNS has become synonymous with Baltimore's events and promotion culture. She has cultivated tens of thousands of professional subscribers into her entertainment guide and advises them on what to do.Klotzman has been acknowledged as one of the Most Influential Professionals in the Baltimore event field by Baltimore Magazine's Power Issue, The Queen of Clubs by The Baltimore Sun, a Top Professional Under 35 by b newspaper and Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, a Rising Star by Baltimore Business Journal and Living Classrooms Foundation, an Emerging Leader by The United Way of Central Maryland, a Very Important Professional Under 40 and Leading Woman by The Daily Record, a Woman of Power by E Media, a Woman of The Year nominee by The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, a Spirited Woman Giving Back winner, a Philanthropik Philanthropy award winner, a Community Game-changer by Cre-a-TV, and nominated as one of the Largest Contributors to the Local Music Scene by the Maryland Music Awards. She's also been interviewed by Medium, Baltimore Style Magazine, and Jmore Magazine.Klotzman has appeared on the ABC2 Midday Maryland show as an ongoing Events Contributor, WCBM Radio for Women Talk Live, Baltimore CityBizList as a featured CEO, KHZTV Radio with Gina Geppi Social Scene, Port Covington for The Future of Charm City and Deep Dive panels, her alma mater Roland Park Country School on the young women's entrepreneurial and diversity panels, her alma mater Goucher College on the Subject of Leadership talk, the Media and Marketing panel at Baltimore Next Media Web Festival, Motor House for the Women In the Industry panel, the Baltimore Music Conference for the Women in Entertainment Panel, the Successful Revolution Conference panel, and Maryland's New Directions to share her experience as an inspirational entrepreneur. She has also contributed as a writer to Wedding411 Magazine and Mobtown Music Guide and published a book of poetry entitled Circadian RhythmThe Truth In This ArtThe Truth In This Art is a podcast interview series supporting vibrancy and development of Baltimore & beyond's arts and culture.To find more amazing stories from the artist and entrepreneurial scenes in & around Baltimore, check out my episode directory.Stay in TouchNewsletter sign-upSupport my podcastShareable link to episode★ Support this podcast ★

One implication of the current pandemic is that many elective surgeries were delayed or postponed amidst global uncertainty. As the healthcare ecosystem continues to adjust to these uncertainties and evolve, it's important to examine existing and emerging technologies that are helping to create efficiencies within the industry. Today's episode focuses on demystifying the implantable medical device journey for healthcare systems and practitioners as well as discussing the future of connected devices in the space. This episode's guest is Richard Palarea, the CEO of Kermit, a Baltimore-based healthcare cost reduction and spend management company bringing automation and insight to the high-spend category of implantable medical devices within hospitals and health systems. Since its foundation in 2011, Kermit has saved hospitals more than $200 million and manages 40% of the implantable device spend transacting in Maryland. Kermit has been recognized in multiple years as an Inc. 5000 company and by the Baltimore Business Journal as a Fast 50 company and a Top Software Company ranked by local revenue, as well as SmartCEO's Future 50. Kermit is the recipient of industry awards, including the Federation of American Hospitals' Heartbeat of Healthcare for its work as an innovative partner helping hospitals manage costs during a global pandemic. For more details visit TechLink Health @ https://www.techlink.health or connect with Rich @ https://www.linkedin.com/in/rpalarea/. This episode was hosted by Margarita Khosh. If you're a healthcare practitioner or thought leader and interested in leveraging the TechLink Health platform for telehealth, e-consults, or advisory services, feel free to connect with us by visiting our site or downloading the TechLink Health app. iOS - https://apps.apple.com/app/techlink-health/id1492325493 Google Play - https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=millennialtech.techlinkhealth

About the guestAn artistic force in the broadest and most creative sense of the word, Darin Atwater's career has encompassed the roles of composer, conductor, pianist, record producer, artist, arranger, film composer, vocalist, entrepreneur, educator, and arts advocate. As a master inventor of musical hybrids, he has blended American pop, soul, Hip Hop, jazz, classical, and gospel music into many dazzling fusions, traversing virtually every medium, including records, live performance, radio, and television--literally reinventing the symphony orchestra in America.Born in Washington, D.C., Atwater made his orchestral debut as both composer and pianist in May 1995 with the National Symphony Orchestra performing his own Piano Concerto. The following year the National Symphony and the National Cathedral Choral Arts Society premiered his Proclamations. In 1997 he accompanied Kathleen Battle and the NSO for the re-opening of the Kennedy Center Concert Hall along with a performance that summer with Jennifer Holiday and the NSO for the PBS national broadcast of A Capitol Fourth. engagements with major orchestras, In Performance at The White House, European tour, and world premieres of his numerous compositions followed. As a guest conductor he has appeared with the Baltimore Symphony, the Dallas Symphony, M phis Brass, and the Columbus Symphony. Atwater appears regularly with the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis as both guest conductor and composer. From 20042007 Atwater served as Composer-in-Residence with the Baltimore Symphony. This collaboration produced many evening length works that have become staples in the repertoire. Among th are Song in a Strange Land, Evolution of a People, Paint Factory, Southern Folk Sketches, God's Trombones, and a ballet, Ghetto Safari. As solo artist, Atwater presented annually for the Steinway Series presented by the Smithsonian Museum of American Art. He was vocalist, pianist, and arranger with the U.S. Air Force Band for America's Veterans; A Musical Salute on PBS. Most recently, Atwater performed a solo piano recital for the grand opening of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, the first artist to perform in the Oprah Winfrey Theatre.In 2000, Atwater founded Soulful Symphony, an 85 member orchestra with vocals made up of mostly African American and Latino musicians. After 10 wildly successful seasons of sell-outemperformances in a joint venture with the Baltimore Symphony, Soulful Symphony entered into a historic partnership with Broadway Across America. Soulful Symphony delivered another three seasons of sold outemperformances at the Hippodrome Theatre before a triumphant return to the Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall to celebrate 15 yearstaking an entire culture and setting it to music. The 2009 my Award(r)winning Soulful Symphony with Darin Atwater is one of the longest running pledge specials, airing currently nationwide on PBS/APT.Atwater r ains a strong advocate for Arts, Culture, and Music Education. He served on the board of Maryland Citizens for the Arts, testifying before the House and Senate for state and national funding. Through his work with Soulful Symphony, Atwater has lectured and spoken to countless schools along with hosting open rehearsals that has accompanied every concert since the inception of the organization.The critics' praise has been unanimous: The New York Times described him as composer with a muscular imagination. The Baltimore Sun wrote, Atwater has an uncommon ear for instrumental coloring and the urban beat. The Philadelphia Inquirer writes, Atwater has created a musical antidote for the malaise gripping classical music and is a unifying vessel for a dozen or so genres of music in the commercial and art realms The Washington Post adds, From the first few chords, his music sets itself apart, otional and riveting. Among his many honors and recognitions, NBC named him in The Grio 100: History Makers in the Making. Ebony magazine dubbed him one of the 30 Leaders of the Future, and the Baltimore Business Journal placed him on their exclusive 40 under 40 list. Atwater received The Prestige Award by the State of Maryland foremindividuals who bring prominence to the region along with Legends and Pioneers Award by The Afro American Newspaper and The Vision Award from Maryland Public Television. He was profiled on an ABC special for Entertainment Studios We are the Dream following President Obama, Oprah Winfrey, and the late Ted Kennedy.Along withemexpanding the cultural footprint of Soulful Symphony, He is scoring two feature films along with recording his debut album with a label releaseemscheduled for the summer of 2017. 2016-2017 seasonThe Truth In This ArtThe Truth In This Art is a podcast interview series supporting vibrancy and development of Baltimore & beyond's arts and culture.Mentioned in this episodeDarin Atwater - Kennedy CenterTo find more amazing stories from the artist and entrepreneurial scenes in & around Baltimore, check out my episode directory.Stay in TouchNewsletter sign-upSupport my podcastShareable link to episode★ Support this podcast ★

Betsy Cerulo is a gay business leader and co-founded the Maryland Chamber of Commerce as well as the Maryland LGBT Foundation. Her new book 'Shake It Off Leadership - Achieving Success Through The Eyes Of Our Labels' provides guidance on how she got to where she is today. Betsy's own management consulting firm has been recognised by the Baltimore Business Journal three time as one of the Top 50 woman owned businesses. In this interview Betsy talks about being gay in the 80's, women's rights and the continuing campaign for equal pay.More about Betsy - Visit her websiteSupport Being LGBTQ - Patreon

Richard Palarea is the CEO of Kermit, a Baltimore-based healthcare cost reduction and spend management company bringing automation and insight to the high spend category of implantable medical devices within hospitals and health systems. Since it's founding in 2011, Kermit has saved hospitals more than 200 million dollars and manages 40% of the implantable device spend transacting in Maryland.Kermit has been recognized in multiple years as an Inc. 5000 company and by the Baltimore Business Journal as a Fast 50 company and a TOP Software Company ranked by local revenue, as well as SmartCEO's Future 50.Kermit is the recipient of industry awards, including the Federation of American Hospitals' Heartbeat of Healthcare for its work as an innovative partner helping hospitals manage costs during a global pandemic.Learn More About Kermit

Today is Wednesday, April 20, 2022.  I don't typically publish podcast episodes on Wednesdays, but I have a good reason to publish one today!  According to a Time Magazine article, both marijuana smokers and non-smokers agree that April 20 (or 420) is recognized as a national holiday for cannabis culture.  In honor of 420, today's episode is an interview with Leah Sera, PharmD, Program Director of the Master of Science Degree in Cannabis Science and Therapeutics at the University of Maryland School of Pharmacy.  It's the only MS Program in the US devoted to the comprehensive and holistic study of cannabis science.  If you want to hear about the program and how Dr. Sera uses her voice as an educator, you're in the right place. Thank you for listening to episode 145 of The Pharmacist's Voice ® Podcast!   To read the full show notes with links and highlights from the interview, visit https://www.thepharmacistsvoice.com/podcast/ and click on episode 145.     Subscribe to or Follow The Pharmacist's Voice Podcast! Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Spotify Amazon/Audible   Bio: Dr. Leah Sera is an Associate Professor in the Department of Pharmacy Practice and Science and Program Director for the Master of Science in Medical Cannabis Science and Therapeutics (MCST) program at the University of Maryland School of Pharmacy. Dr. Sera received her PharmD from the University of Maryland School of Pharmacy in 2010. She completed a pharmacy practice residency at Suburban Hospital in Bethesda, MD and a specialty residency in pain management and palliative care at the University of Maryland School of Pharmacy. She is a board-certified pharmacotherapy specialist and completed a Master of Arts in Instructional Systems Development at the University of Maryland Baltimore County in 2017.   Dr. Sera teaches in several courses in the MCST program, including an introduction to medical cannabis history, culture, and policy; a course introducing students to patient care and the clinical uses of medical cannabis; she also mentors students in their capstone projects. In the Doctor of Pharmacy program, Dr. Sera teaches a variety of topics in required and elective courses in the Doctor of Pharmacy curriculum. Additionally, Dr. Sera holds an associate faculty position at the University of Maryland Graduate School. Dr. Sera maintains an active clinical practice in the Transitional Care Center at the University of Maryland Baltimore Washington Medical Center in Glen Burnie, MD.   Dr. Sera has been invited to speak on pain management, palliative medicine, and cannabis therapeutics topics at professional pharmacy conferences and at medical centers such as the National Institutes of Health. She received a Leader in Healthcare Award in the category of medical cannabis from the Baltimore Business Journal in 2020.   Mentioned in this episode Here's the Real Reason We Associate 420 with Weed.  (From the website time.com, link accessed 4-18-22. The article was updated 4-13-2018, and originally published April 19, 2016.) Leah Sera, PharmD LinkedIn Profile MS Degree in Medical Cannabis Science and Therapeutics at The University of Maryland School of Pharmacy National Academies of Science, Engineering, and Medicine Marijuana and Medicine Report PubMed Clinical Cannabinoid Pharmacy Certificate (CCPC) International Society of Cannabis Pharmacists (ISCPh) Society of Cannabis Clinicians International Cannabinoid Research Society (ISRS) Cannabis Conferences Cannabis Pharmacy: The Practical Guide to Medical Marijuana by Michael Backes Cannabis:  A Clinician's Guide by Betty Wedman-St. Louis (Editor)

EP 174: Aaron sat down with Heidi Klotzman the CEO of Baltimore-based HeidnSeek Entertainment. We discussed how she became an entrepeneur and who inspired her to get into the entertainment industry. She has been one of the few people that had been in the game for entertainment for over 15 year.  She is also a published author. I am excited for you to hear her-story. Heidi Klotzman is the award-winning Founder and CEO of Baltimore-based HeidnSeek Entertainment, LLC (HNS), a company recognized for its excellence in marketing businesses and special events and booking live music and DJ talent. Her creative direction of HNS has become synonymous with Baltimore's events and promotion culture. She has cultivated tens of thousands of professional subscribers into her entertainment guide and advises them on what to do. Klotzman has been acknowledged as one of the Most Influential Professionals in the Baltimore event field by Baltimore Magazine's Power Issue, The Queen of Clubs by The Baltimore Sun, a Top Professional Under 35 by b newspaper and Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, a Rising Star by Baltimore Business Journal and Living Classrooms Foundation, an Emerging Leader by The United Way of Central Maryland, a Very Important Professional Under 40 and Leading Woman by The Daily Record, a Woman of Power by E Media, a Woman of The Year nominee by The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, a Spirited Woman Giving Back winner, a Philanthropik Philanthropy award winner, a Community Game-changer by Cre-a-TV, and nominated as one of the Largest Contributors to the Local Music Scene by the Maryland Music Awards. She's also been interviewed by Medium, Baltimore Style Magazine, and Jmore Magazine. Klotzman has appeared on the ABC2 Midday Maryland show as an ongoing Events Contributor, WCBM Radio for Women Talk Live, Baltimore CityBizList as a featured CEO, KHZTV Radio with Gina Geppi Social Scene, Port Covington for The Future of Charm City and Deep Dive panels, her alma mater Roland Park Country School on the young women's entrepreneurial and diversity panels, her alma mater Goucher College on the Subject of Leadership talk, the Media and Marketing panel at Baltimore Next Media Web Festival, Motor House for the Women In the Industry panel, the Baltimore Music Conference for the Women in Entertainment Panel, the Successful Revolution Conference panel, and Maryland's New Directions to share her experience as an inspirational entrepreneur. She has also contributed as a writer to Wedding411 Magazine and Mobtown Music Guide and published a book of poetry entitled Circadian Rhythm.    

As public relations professionals, we value our relationships with journalists, especially the ones we have formed and held onto over our 15 years in business. In this episode, we catch up with Joanna Sullivan, Editor-in-Chief at the Baltimore Business Journal. Over the last 22 years, Sullivan has seen major industry evolutions, most notably the transformation from a weekly newspaper to a daily operation with multimedia all the while dealing with a shrinking newsroom. Sullivan emphasizes the importance of accuracy over immediacy and how social media has impacted that concept. Sullivan also shares her thoughts on the integration of niche publications, business trends in the Baltimore area, advice for PR pros and students and a healthy reminder that print journalism isn't going anywhere, even in this digital world!

As public relations professionals, we value our relationships with journalists, especially the ones we have formed and held onto over our 15 years in business. In this episode, we catch up with Joanna Sullivan, Editor-in-Chief at the Baltimore Business Journal. Over the last 22 years, Sullivan has seen major industry evolutions, most notably the transformation from a weekly newspaper to a daily operation with multimedia all the while dealing with a shrinking newsroom. Sullivan emphasizes the importance of accuracy over immediacy and how social media has impacted that concept. Sullivan also shares her thoughts on the integration of niche publications, business trends in the Baltimore area, advice for PR pros and students and a healthy reminder that print journalism isn't going anywhere, even in this digital world!

This week on The Millionaire Choice Podcast, Tony talks with Eric Brotman, host of Don’t Retire…Graduate!, about empowering families through financial planning. Raising a family isn’t easy, but it can be easier with the right financial planning and decisions! About EricEric D. Brotman, CFP®, AEP®, CPWA® is Chief Executive Officer of BFG Financial Advisors, an independent firm assisting clients with wealth creation, preservation, and distribution. Mr. Brotman began his financial planning practice in Baltimore in 1994, and founded Brotman Financial Group in 2003, which later changed its corporate identity to BFG Financial Advisors. He provides investment, retirement, estate, insurance, and comprehensive financial planning services for families, professionals, executives, and business owners, all of whom enjoy extraordinary client service from working with multiple CFP® Practitioners and a team of specialists. Mr. Brotman holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Pennsylvania. He earned his CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNERTM (CFP®) certification in 1998, and completed his Master’s Degree in Financial Services (MSFS) at the American College in 2003. He is also an Accredited Estate Planner (AEP®), a Certified Private Wealth Advisor (CPWA®), a Chartered Life Underwriter (CLU), a Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC), a Chartered Advisor in Senior Living (CASL), and a Retirement Income Certified Professional® (RICP®). Mr. Brotman is a Registered Representative with Kestra Investment Services and an Investment Advisor Representative with Kestra Advisory Services. Mr. Brotman is serving a four-year term on the Board of Trustees for the Maryland State Retirement & Pension System as an appointee of Governor Larry Hogan. He is a champion for financial literacy education, serving on the Business Advisory Council for the Comptroller of Maryland. He is a 2009 alumnus and former Chairman of the Board of Directors of Leadership Maryland. Additionally, Mr. Brotman serves on the Board of Trustees and is the Chairman of the University Advancement Committee at Stevenson University, where he previously served as an adjunct faculty member, teaching financial planning and investment planning courses to CFP® students. He is a 2006 alumnus and former board member of Leadership-Baltimore County, the Past-President and Chairman of the Board of the Financial Planning Association of Maryland, and a member of the Baltimore Estate Planning Council. Mr. Brotman is the host of the “Don’t Retire… Graduate!” podcast, available at www.dontretiregraduate.com, and recently published “Pay Less Taxes Now! Four strategies to Help Reduce Your Taxes Legally,” available for free download at www.lowtaxbook.com. His most recent book, “Retire Wealthy: The Tools You Need to Help Build Lasting Wealth – On Your Own or With Your Financial Advisor,” was published in 2014 and is available at most online book retailers. A sought-after speaker, he frequently gives seminars and workshops for companies, membership organizations, and fellow financial advisors. Mr. Brotman appears regularly on television on 11 News Sunday Morning on WBAL in Baltimore, and has also been interviewed by WMAR Baltimore / ABC2 News. He has appeared in print in Wall Street Journal, The Baltimore Sun, Baltimore Business Journal,The Daily Record, Smart CEO, Investment Advisor, Fidelity Investor’s Weekly, Investment News, Journal of Financial Planning, Crain’s Baltimore, and numerous other publications. He has been featured on various websites, including Yahoo! Finance, ChiefExecutive.com, Reuters.com, Financial-Planning.com, and Forbes.com, and has appeared on a variety of radio programs, including the Marilu Henner Show and KGO News in San Francisco. Mr. Brotman was named as one of the “Maryland Power Players” by The Gazette of Politics and Business in 2010 and one of the “Very Important Professionals” by The Daily Record in 2011.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.