Podcasts about Better Business Bureau

"Chatfishing" is a modern dating trend highlighted on Good Morning America where people use AI chatbots to write, flirt, and communicate on dating apps. We spoke with Kristen Johnson of the Better Business Bureau serving Connecticut about the concerns of cat phishing scams heightened now that artificial intelligence is in the mix.For more tips to avoid these scams: https://www.bbb.org/

QR codes are everywhere! Make sure you're not scanning your way into a scam. Jordan Wright with the Better Business Bureau's Tip-Off to the Rip-Off® on WBBM Newsradio has the details.

President and CEO of the Better Business Bureau Steve Bernas joins Bob Sirott to talk about the importance of verifying contractors before working with them, Lollapalooza ticket scams, and how to help prevent the stealing of license plate stickers. He also shares details about a BBB poll looking at companies and their employees, as well as how scammers […]

QR codes are everywhere! Make sure you're not scanning your way into a scam. Jordan Wright with the Better Business Bureau's Tip-Off to the Rip-Off® on WBBM Newsradio has the details.

QR codes are everywhere! Make sure you're not scanning your way into a scam. Jordan Wright with the Better Business Bureau's Tip-Off to the Rip-Off® on WBBM Newsradio has the details.

Recording Date: July 23, 2026 Location: Capital Region International Airport (LAN) MFBI Q2 2026 Release Webinar This section opens the Q2 2026 Michigan Future Business Index (MFBI) release event, hosted by the Michigan Business Network and now in its 41st iteration since 2006. The host thanks sponsors (LAFCU, Dean Transportation, Shaheen Chevrolet Cadillac, Capital Region International Airport/Fly Lansing, Better Business Bureau of Michigan) and partners (CINNAIRE, ROI Insight). Paul King of ROI Insight explains the survey's long-standing value in tracking business sentiment and its adaptation to track current events like COVID, tariffs, inflation, and the Iran war. Mark McDaniel, CEO of CINNAIRE, then presents the survey's mixed findings: rising sales (35%, up nine points) but declining profits (only 19% reporting profit increases), growing uncertainty, and rebuilding optimism despite challenges. He discusses inflation, tariffs (including a new 50% tariff on Canada), the Iran war's economic impact, stagnant wages/hiring, and rising healthcare costs. McDaniel also details federal funding threats to nonprofits and CDFIs (Community Development Finance Institutions), including a delayed $720 million appropriation, and describes his own organization's hiring moratorium and AI-driven staffing strategy » Visit MBN website: http://www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Watch MBN's YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@MichiganbusinessnetworkMBN » Like MBN: http://www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: http://twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

President and CEO of the Better Business Bureau Steve Bernas joins Bob Sirott to talk about a warning for iPhone users, an email scam targeting business owners, and why you shouldn’t scan a QR code in an unknown package. He also shares details about an impersonation of authority figures in DuPage County and how your bank knows you’re […]

One of the nation's largest music festivals hits Chicago next week, and scammers would love to turn your dream ticket into a backstage pass to disappointment. Kayla Palmore with the Better Business Bureau's Tip-Off to the Rip-Off® on WBBM Newsradio has the details.

One of the nation's largest music festivals hits Chicago next week, and scammers would love to turn your dream ticket into a backstage pass to disappointment. Kayla Palmore with the Better Business Bureau's Tip-Off to the Rip-Off® on WBBM Newsradio has the details.

One of the nation's largest music festivals hits Chicago next week, and scammers would love to turn your dream ticket into a backstage pass to disappointment. Kayla Palmore with the Better Business Bureau's Tip-Off to the Rip-Off® on WBBM Newsradio has the details.

Maximize your back-to-school savings with insider advice from James Price of the Better Business Bureau. As families prepare for the upcoming school year, learning how to st

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President and CEO of the Better Business Bureau Steve Bernas joins Bob Sirott to talk about the increasing amount of loan scams and how you can avoid government impersonators. He also shares an alert from the FTC about an unclaimed life insurance scam and people using AI to sell fake exotic flower seeds.

In this episode of Rising Voices of Fundraising: The AFP Emerging Leaders Podcast, AFP president & CEO Art Taylor and Outstanding Young Professional awardee Tatumn Zale, CFRE, join our hosts for an honest conversation about artificial intelligence and what it means to lead with intention in an AI-driven world. From how they're each using AI in their daily work to the harder questions about donor trust, agentic AI, and accountability for AI outputs, Art and Tatumn explore where senior and emerging leaders agree, where they diverge, and what it looks like to use AI with both ambition and integrity. Guest: Art Taylor: H. Art Taylor is president and chief executive officer of the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP), representing individuals and organizations that raise more than $100 billion in charitable contributions every year around the world for countless causes. Prior to accepting the president & CEO role for the Association of Fundraising Professionals, Mr. Taylor served for 23 years as president and chief executive officer of the BBB Wise Giving Alliance. In this role, he oversaw all aspects of the organization's work, including setting standards for soliciting organizations, evaluating charities in relation to these standards, and publishing the Wise Giving Guide. He also supported local Better Business Bureau charity review programs, promoted charity accountability, provided resources on informed giving to various donors and government entities, hosted a weekly podcast, fostered collaboration among charitable organizations, developed giving tools, and assisted charities in improving operations, governance, and leadership. Before joining the BBB Wise Giving Alliance, Mr. Taylor headed the Opportunities Industrialization Centers of America, Inc. (OICA) from 1990 to 1999. He currently serves on the boards of Franklin & Marshall College, Convergence Policy, American Non-Profits, National Assembly Business Services, Elevate 215, Certified Fund Raising Executives, Creating Healthier Communities, Board Source, and Institute For the Future. He is a graduate of Franklin and Marshall College and received an honorary Dr. of Laws from his alma mater in 2002. He earned a JD from Temple University James E. Beasley School of Law and was admitted to the Pennsylvania Bar in 1989.   Tatumn Zale, CFRE is a nonprofit fundraising strategist with a passion for building donor relationships that last. As Assistant Director of Development at AllThrive 365, she leads the organization's fundraising strategy with a focus on corporate, government, foundation, and individual philanthropy. Beyond her day-to-day work, Tatumn serves as a Board Member for the Association of Fundraising Professionals Greater Phoenix Chapter, where she has held roles as National Philanthropy Day Chair, Sponsorships Chair, and currently as the Arizona State Conference Chair. Her contributions to the sector have earned her recognition as the 2026 AFP National Emerging Leader, the 2023 AFP Greater Phoenix Emerging Fundraiser of the Year, and the 2023 YNPN Phoenix LINK Pitch Competition Champion. She holds National Association of Insurance Commissioners licenses in Life, Health, Property & Casualty Insurance. Tatumn co-founded Kindling Impact Consulting out of a belief that small and mid-sized nonprofits deserve access to the same caliber of fundraising and communications expertise as larger organizations , without the price tag to match.   Hosts:  Jarrod Williams, MBLI, CFRE, is a courageous, strategic, and results-oriented fundraising leader with over a decade of experience driving revenue growth, donor engagement, and organizational visibility. He is committed to building cultures of philanthropy within mission-driven organizations and brings a proven track record across major gifts, annual giving, corporate sponsorships, event strategy, and data-informed decision-making within both arts and social justice and organizations. He serves as a Client Experience Leader for Veritus Group, where he educates and coaches fundraisers across the country on innovative mid-level and major gift strategies. In this role, he partners with organizations nationwide to strengthen donor pipelines, elevate fundraising performance, and build sustainable revenue models. Jarrod has been recognized for his leadership and influence and remains actively engaged in advancing the fundraising profession. He serves on the AFP Global Emerging Leaders Committee and the AFP LEAD Education Committee, supporting the development of the next generation of fundraising professionals. In 2020, he was named a Top 30 Under 30 Young Professional by 101.1 The Wiz in Cincinnati. He is also a graduate of the Urban Leaders Institute through the Urban League of Greater Southwestern Ohio, where he earned the Best-in-Class Award for Best Connector—recognizing his ability to build meaningful relationships and mobilize others around a shared vision. He is a proud Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE) and a graduate of the AFP Global Faculty Training Academy. Jarrod holds a bachelor's degree in Mass Communications from Wright State University and a master's degree in Business Leadership and Innovation from Northern Kentucky University. Dr. Allison Quintanilla Plattsmier, CFRE, ACNP, GPC, CAP, Founder & CEO, AQP Consulting & Executive Director, ENP: Dr. Allison Quintanilla Plattsmier has fourteen years of experience in the nonprofit sector and has collectively raised approximately $5 million for over 75 organizations. She serves as Executive Director of ENP and runs her own nonprofit consulting firm, AQP Consulting, where she helps grassroots nonprofits with fundraising strategy, strategic planning, board development, and grant writing.  Allison is a vocal advocate for gender parity, closing the wage gap, and ending the motherhood penalty. With accolades such as AFP's Outstanding Young Fundraising Professional, NBJ's 40 Under 40, NBJ's Women of Influence, a National Latino Leader, and the Women Who Rock Nashville Social Justice Award, Dr. Quintanilla Plattsmier strives to serve and better her community every day. A dedicated AFP member for the last seven years, Allison currently chairs the Women's Impact Initiative (WII) Mentorship Program and serves on the LEAD Education Advisory Committee. When she is not out serving her community, she is spending time with her three kids, Quintan, Karina, and Kamren.

Host Jeremy C. Park talks with Robyn Householder, CEO of the Better Business Bureau Serving Middle Tennessee and Southern Kentucky, who highlights the organization's efforts and mission “to create a marketplace grounded in trust, guiding people toward the best experiences while fostering stronger relationships between businesses and consumers.” Robyn provides an overview of the organization's efforts to build trust in the marketplace through pre-purchase education and dispute resolution, processing approximately 3 million information requests and 12,000 disputes annually with a 98% success rate. The organization hosts various community events, with Songwriters Night on October 1st at Marathon Music Works being their largest annual event that raises funds for educational services and small business grants, particularly supporting veteran-owned businesses this year. Robyn highlights the upcoming Nashville event and notes that tickets can be purchased through bbb.org/Nashville under the events section. She describes various educational initiatives including Coffee and Connections events and an upcoming September event in Clarksville with the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta. Robyn emphasizes their mission of helping businesses grow and advised consumers to check with them before doing business with strangers to avoid potential scams. Robyn then starts discussing some of the different scams taking place and shares helpful tips to avoid them. She reports that nearly 5,000 consumers are scammed daily through online purchase scams, highlighting how scammers use technology and AI to target specific shopping behaviors. She provides specific safety tips including avoiding pop-up ads, verifying secure website indicators, checking URL spelling and grammar, and using credit cards instead of debit cards for online purchases. She talks about employment scams, noting that legitimate jobs are not offered to unsolicited applicants and advised checking company websites directly. She also discusses debt collection scams, which use fear tactics to intimidate victims into paying alleged debts, with Robyn sharing a personal example of someone who verified their warrant claim was false. Robyn also talks about government agency imposter scams that target the elderly. She emphasizes the importance of being cautious about sharing personal information on social media and warns about sweepstakes and lottery scams that aim to capture personal information under false pretenses. She highlights the resources available through the Better Business Bureau, including their ability to verify legitimate businesses, provide guidance on licensing requirements, and help connect with government agencies, with Robyn encouraging people to report scams through bbb.org/spamtracker to help track and combat fraud. Visit https://www.bbb.org/ to learn more or for additional questions email info@gobbb.org or call 615-242-4222.

Being scammed is painful, but recovery scams are double trouble. Jay Elliott with the Better Business Bureau's Tip-Off to the Rip-Off® on WBBM Newsradio has the details.

Being scammed is painful, but recovery scams are double trouble. Jay Elliott with the Better Business Bureau's Tip-Off to the Rip-Off® on WBBM Newsradio has the details.

Being scammed is painful, but recovery scams are double trouble. Jay Elliott with the Better Business Bureau's Tip-Off to the Rip-Off® on WBBM Newsradio has the details.

The Better Business Bureau has launched an online heatmap that lets users see scams reported across the country, including in Connecticut, where people reported losing more than $40,000 to scammers in just the last month. We got more details on this from Kristen Johnson of the Better Business Bureau serving Connecticut.For more information: Scam Heatmap | Better Business Bureau

On this episode of Simply Money presented by Allworth Financial, Bob and Brian explain why millions of Americans may now own a piece of SpaceX without realizing it, what a proposed retirement savings overhaul modeled after Australia could mean for your future, and whether the new Trump Accounts are the right savings tool for your family. Plus, the Better Business Bureau shares the latest scams targeting your money, and the guys answer listener questions on tax gain harvesting, municipal bonds, and smart retirement tax planning.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

President and CEO of the Better Business Bureau Steve Bernas joins Bob Sirott to explain what “ghost tickets” are and why you should be cautious of them when looking to attend the World Cup, as well as recent scams that are targeting military veterans. He also shares details about back-to-school scams and how you can be a target […]

Fake AI flowers are back, and they're blooming into a costly scam. Jordan Wright with the Better Business Bureau's Tip-Off to the Rip-Off® on WBBM Newsradio has the details.

Fake AI flowers are back, and they're blooming into a costly scam. Jordan Wright with the Better Business Bureau's Tip-Off to the Rip-Off® on WBBM Newsradio has the details.

Fake AI flowers are back, and they're blooming into a costly scam. Jordan Wright with the Better Business Bureau's Tip-Off to the Rip-Off® on WBBM Newsradio has the details.

President and CEO of the Better Business Bureau Steve Bernas joins Bob Sirott to talk about an alert from the Chicago Police about impersonators, fake service representatives, and how to find reputable transportation apps. He also shares details about only sending money to people you know on Zelle, fake ads created that focus on a cure for Alzheimer’s, […]

Once the Fourth of July celebrations fade, back-to-school sales quickly take center stage, and scammers are ready to cash in. Kayla Palmore with the Better Business Bureau's Tip-Off to the Rip-Off® on WBBM Newsradio has the details.

Once the Fourth of July celebrations fade, back-to-school sales quickly take center stage, and scammers are ready to cash in. Kayla Palmore with the Better Business Bureau's Tip-Off to the Rip-Off® on WBBM Newsradio has the details.

Once the Fourth of July celebrations fade, back-to-school sales quickly take center stage, and scammers are ready to cash in. Kayla Palmore with the Better Business Bureau's Tip-Off to the Rip-Off® on WBBM Newsradio has the details.

Job hunters tricked into handing over thousands of dollars are being lured in with a new tactic: Task-based scams where they are offered high pay to “like” and “subscribe” to videos online. We got the details from Kristen Johnson of the Better Business Bureau and how to avoid being duped.For more information: https://www.bbb.org/

The forecast this summer: sunshine with a chance of scams. Jay Elliott with the Better Business Bureau's Tip-Off to the Rip-Off® on WBBM Newsradio has the details.

Iowa Business Report Wednesday EditionJune 24, 2026      Chris Coleman, president of Iowa's Better Business Bureau, on the impact of a new Iowa anti-fraud law. 

The forecast this summer: sunshine with a chance of scams. Jay Elliott with the Better Business Bureau's Tip-Off to the Rip-Off® on WBBM Newsradio has the details.

Artificial intelligence is rapidly shifting the operational landscape for small businesses and non-profits, making AI literacy a critical asset rather than a futuristic conc

The forecast this summer: sunshine with a chance of scams. Jay Elliott with the Better Business Bureau's Tip-Off to the Rip-Off® on WBBM Newsradio has the details.

The Better Business Bureau is reporting that employment scams are at an all-time high, so the BBB share tactics to avoid if you're job hunting. 

On the Iowa Business Report weekend edition:*  Iowa Secretary of State Paul Pate and Chris Coleman, president of Iowa's Better Business Bureau, on the new "STOP Fraud Act" which was signed into law this month*  Kerry Lutz of the Financial Survival Network on the impact of the record-setting SpaceX IPO * In our business profile, we'll introduce you to Dr. Lauren Patrick of Blanc Dental Aesthetics of West Des MoinesThe Iowa Business Report is presented by the Iowa Business Council, online at iowabusinesscouncil.org. Additional support comes from the Iowa Secretary of State, sos.iowa.gov/protectyourbusiness.

President and CEO of the Better Business Bureau Steve Bernas joins Bob Sirott to talk about how people can get scammed at their own homes or by falling for urgency driven utility bill payment requests. Steve also explains why you should be cautious of tap-to-pay scams that you can encounter on the street since those request don’t typically […]

A new scam revolving around honey is anything but sweet! Jordan Wright with the Better Business Bureau's Tip-Off to the Rip-Off® on WBBM Newsradio has all the details.

A new scam revolving around honey is anything but sweet! Jordan Wright with the Better Business Bureau's Tip-Off to the Rip-Off® on WBBM Newsradio has all the details.

President and CEO of the Better Business Bureau Steve Bernas joins Bob Sirott to discuss what the FBI is reporting on real estate fraud and safe ways to pay with your credit card. He also talks about what fake electronic invite scams look like and what the BBB does to bring attention to World Elder Abuse Awareness Day.

Last weekend's mass shooting at Toledo's Old West End Festival has everyone again asking the question... How to keep the public safe at large, outdoor community gatherings (at 14:24) --- The Better Business Bureau is warning of a recent spike in employment scams... Local president and CEO Lane Montz shares what you need to know to protect yourself from fraud (at 23:34) --- What's Happening: Wanna get away? 50 North has a travel experience for whatever adventure you're seeking (at 49:09)

That invite may look fun, but fraudsters could be lurking to make your money and information the life of the party. Kayla Palmore with the Better Business Bureau's Tip-Off to the Rip-Off® on WBBM has the details.

Heather Clary of the Better Business Bureau discusses how to parse out who is legit when it comes to travelling handyman services. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rick Copelan, President & CEO of the Better Business Bureau Serving the Tri-Counties area surrounding Santa Barbara, California again joins Enterprise Radio. Listen to … Read more The post Better Business Bureau Helps You Stay Safe From The Latest Scams appeared first on Top Entrepreneurs Podcast | Enterprise Podcast Network.

President and CEO of the Better Business Bureau Steve Bernas joins Bob Sirott to talk about how people can get scammed at the gas pump, fake letters from big companies claiming to be customer service, and an increase in job scam reports. He also explains why you should be cautious of QR codes in emails and what to […]

The badge or photo might look official, but the risk of a scam is very real. Jay Elliott with the Better Business Bureau's Tip-Off to the Rip-Off® on WBBM Newsradio has the details.

A crazy guy harassed a Let’s Go Washington signature gatherer over initiative to repeal the state income tax. The Better Business Bureau is warning Washingtonians to do their due diligence when picking a contractor to avoid scams. Congressman Ro Khanna (D-CA) blames the LA Palisades fires on Trump. // LongForm: GUEST: First Assistant US Attorney for the Eastern District of Washington Pete Serrano on a federal jury convicting three anti-ICE agitators. Also, the Trump Administration is suing Washington and other blue states for denying DHS and ICE agents undercover license plates. // Quick Hit: Exclusive: Two gay cops suing SPD. Jill Biden calls out Kamala Harris for criticism of Joe Biden in her book.

WBBM's Rob Hart sits down with Steve Bernas of the Better Business Bureau to discuss the modern-day scams & rip-offs that affect our daily lives, how to spot them & tips on avoiding them.

In this episode of the Cannabis Accounting Podcast, host Raymond Guns sits down with @luna_stower (Luna Stower), founder of Luna Stower Strategies and cannabis brand-marketing expert, to explore what it actually takes to build credibility and lasting impact in this industry.Luna was employee #1 at both Jetty Extracts] and Ispire Vape, helping navigate two very different public exits. She has been working with cannabis for over two decades, is a certified Ganjier, sits on the NCIA board and multiple other industry organizations, and consults globally across the Americas and Europe.Luna opens up about: