Podcast appearances and mentions of bill howard

Welcome to this week's episode of Drinks in the Library! Today we're exploring Nettle & Bone by T. Kingfisher, a darkly whimsical tale of a shy princess who undertakes an impossible quest — armed with a dustwitch, a reluctant fairy godmother, and a dog made of bones — to rescue her sister from a cruel prince and a cursed kingdom. My guest this week is my husband, Bill Howard. I asked if he wanted me to read a little bio for him, and he said he'd actually prefer to have even less of himself on the internet — which, frankly, is impossible given all the stuff I've already spilled about him on this podcast. Both Bill and I love Nettle & Bone so much and it was fun to talk with him about it! This book is a dark fairy tale and I wanted to pick a dark drink, I think any will do but I went with an Espresso Martini because that is one of Bill's favorite cocktails. Espresso Martini 1 ounce espresso or cold brew coffee2 ounces vodka1 ounce coffee liqueur, I used Virago, and RVA distillery.5 ounce simple syrup, or to tasteIce Shake with ice and strain into a cocktail glass. You can be cute an garnish it with coffee beans if you want! In this Episode Rick Flair Charlotte Hornets Starter Jackets Books by T. Kingfisher Mistborn by Brandon Sanderson DITL Episode Hyperion by Dan Simmons DITL Episode Family Search Hugo Awards

Tuesday at 10 PM EST!!! On Bigfoot Outlaw Channel! Let's talk about A Person That is Making a Name for Himself and Being Noticed. Come Join Us! Check out Grizzly's Store! https://grizzlyllc.myshopify.com Bill Howard is an aspiring filmmaker known for his dedication and meticulous approach to his craft. His journey into filmmaking began with a deep passion for storytelling, nurtured by years of watching classic cinema and exploring various genres. Bill's vision as a filmmaker is to create impactful narratives that resonate with diverse audiences, blending innovative techniques with traditional storytelling. Professionally, Bill is recognized for his strong work ethic and collaborative spirit. He has honed his skills through various roles in the film industry, including assistant directing, scriptwriting, and editing. Each project he undertakes is marked by a commitment to excellence, whether it's a short film, documentary, or a promotional video. His attention to detail and ability to see the bigger picture has earned him the respect of his peers and collaborators. Beyond his technical skills, Bill is also deeply committed to using film as a medium for social change. He believes in the power of cinema to challenge perspectives and inspire action. This belief drives him to take on projects that tackle important social issues, aiming to spark conversations and make a difference. As a professional, Bill is constantly seeking opportunities to grow and evolve. He is committed to lifelong learning, regularly attending workshops, networking with industry veterans, and staying updated on the latest trends and technologies in filmmaking. Bill Howard's passion, professionalism, and dedication to his craft make him a promising figure in the world of filmmaking. **Promote Inclusivity**: Ensure that everyone feels welcome regardless of their background, beliefs, or identity. This can be achieved by celebrating diversity and encouraging the sharing of different perspectives ano experiences. **Establish Clear Policies**: Implement and enforce policies that explicitly prohibit hate speech, discrimination, and harassment. Make sure these policies are clearly communicated to all members of the community. 3. **Educate and Raise Awareness**: Conduct workshops, seminars, and training sessions on diversity, equity, and inclusion. Educate people about the harmful effects of hate and the importance of empathy and understanding. • **Provide Support Systems**: Create channels where individuals can report incidents of hate or discrimination safely and anonymously. Offer counseling and support services for those affected by such incidents. 5. **Foster Open Communication**: Encourage open dialogues and discussions where people can express their concerns and experiences without fear of judgment or retribution. This helps to build trust and mutual respect. • **Lead by Example**: Leaders and influencers within the community should model inclusive and respectful behavior. Their actions set the tone for the rest of the community. **Celebrate Positive Behavior**: Recognize and reward acts of kindness, inclusivity, and allyship. This reinforces positive behavior and encourages others to follow suit. https://grizzlyllc.myshopify.com https://paranormalhub.com/grizzly-hunt Free Conceal Carry Laws of The USA From USCCA! Know The Laws Of Each State For Free! https://uscca.co/GRIZZLY-7015b000005mKPLAA2 For Trail Cams and More Click the Link Below! Blaze Video Inc. ⁠https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=1879540&u=3878666&m=117504&urllink=&afftrack=⁠ For Tac Lights and Camping and More, Click the Link Below. EcoGear FX, Inc. ⁠https://shareasale.com/u.cfm?d=481056&m=70349&u=3878666&afftrack=⁠ For Blinds, Waders, Outdoor Gear, Range Finders and More! Click Below! Tidewe ⁠https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=1447058&u=3878666&m=92895&urllink=&afftrack=⁠ For Survival Gear, Camping and More Click here click below! Survival Frog LLC... https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=564389&u=3878666&m=51591&urllink=&afftrack= For Bags and Backpacks and More Click The Link Below! https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=1243597&u=3878666&m=82802&urllink=&afftrack= For Dash Cams, Monitors and Much More Click The Link Below! https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=1579252&u=3878666&m=87684&urllink=&afftrack= For Digital Picture Frames, Microphones, Ring Lights and Much More Click The Link Below! https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=1968845&u=3878666&m=87684&urllink=&afftrack= For Backback, Bladders, Gloves, Hammocks, and Camping Accessories, Click the link Below! https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=2298688&u=3878666&m=139327&urllink=&afftrack= #nocoincedence #random #destiny #connections #safeplace #love #help #payitforward #Goodness --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/grizzly-onthehunt/support

Tuesday at 10 PM EST!!! On Bigfoot Outlaw Channel! Let's talk about A Person That is Making a Name for Himself and Being Noticed. Come Join Us! Check out Grizzly's Store! https://grizzlyllc.myshopify.com Bill Howard is an aspiring filmmaker known for his dedication and meticulous approach to his craft. His journey into filmmaking began with a deep passion for storytelling, nurtured by years of watching classic cinema and exploring various genres. Bill's vision as a filmmaker is to create impactful narratives that resonate with diverse audiences, blending innovative techniques with traditional storytelling. Professionally, Bill is recognized for his strong work ethic and collaborative spirit. He has honed his skills through various roles in the film industry, including assistant directing, scriptwriting, and editing. Each project he undertakes is marked by a commitment to excellence, whether it's a short film, documentary, or a promotional video. His attention to detail and ability to see the bigger picture has earned him the respect of his peers and collaborators. Beyond his technical skills, Bill is also deeply committed to using film as a medium for social change. He believes in the power of cinema to challenge perspectives and inspire action. This belief drives him to take on projects that tackle important social issues, aiming to spark conversations and make a difference. As a professional, Bill is constantly seeking opportunities to grow and evolve. He is committed to lifelong learning, regularly attending workshops, networking with industry veterans, and staying updated on the latest trends and technologies in filmmaking. Bill Howard's passion, professionalism, and dedication to his craft make him a promising figure in the world of filmmaking. **Promote Inclusivity**: Ensure that everyone feels welcome regardless of their background, beliefs, or identity. This can be achieved by celebrating diversity and encouraging the sharing of different perspectives ano experiences. **Establish Clear Policies**: Implement and enforce policies that explicitly prohibit hate speech, discrimination, and harassment. Make sure these policies are clearly communicated to all members of the community. 3. **Educate and Raise Awareness**: Conduct workshops, https://grizzlyllc.myshopify.com https://paranormalhub.com/grizzly-hunt Free Conceal Carry Laws of The USA From USCCA! Know The Laws Of Each State For Free! https://uscca.co/GRIZZLY-7015b000005mKPLAA2 For Trail Cams and More Click the Link Below! Blaze Video Inc. ⁠https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=1879540&u=3878666&m=117504&urllink=&afftrack=⁠ For Tac Lights and Camping and More, Click the Link Below. EcoGear FX, Inc. ⁠https://shareasale.com/u.cfm?d=481056&m=70349&u=3878666&afftrack=⁠ For Blinds, Waders, Outdoor Gear, Range Finders and More! Click Below! Tidewe ⁠https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=1447058&u=3878666&m=92895&urllink=&afftrack=⁠ For Survival Gear, Camping and More Click here click below! Survival Frog LLC... https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=564389&u=3878666&m=51591&urllink=&afftrack= For Bags and Backpacks and More Click The Link Below! https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=1243597&u=3878666&m=82802&urllink=&afftrack= For Dash Cams, Monitors and Much More Click The Link Below! https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=1579252&u=3878666&m=87684&urllink=&afftrack= For Digital Picture Frames, Microphones, Ring Lights and Much More Click The Link Below! https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=1968845&u=3878666&m=87684&urllink=&afftrack= For Backback, Bladders, Gloves, Hammocks, and Camping Accessories, Click the link Below! https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=2298688&u=3878666&m=139327&urllink=&afftrack= #nocoincedence #random #destiny #connections #safeplace #love #help #payitforward #Goodness --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/grizzly-onthehunt/support

Tuesday at 10 PM EST!!! On Bigfoot Outlaw Channel! Let's talk about A Person That is Making a Name for Himself and Being Noticed. Come Join Us! Check out Grizzly's Store! https://grizzlyllc.myshopify.com Bill Howard is an aspiring filmmaker known for his dedication and meticulous approach to his craft. His journey into filmmaking began with a deep passion for storytelling, nurtured by years of watching classic cinema and exploring various genres. Bill's vision as a filmmaker is to create impactful narratives that resonate with diverse audiences, blending innovative techniques with traditional storytelling. Professionally, Bill is recognized for his strong work ethic and collaborative spirit. He has honed his skills through various roles in the film industry, including assistant directing, scriptwriting, and editing. Each project he undertakes is marked by a commitment to excellence, whether it's a short film, documentary, or a promotional video. His attention to detail and ability to see the bigger picture has earned him the respect of his peers and collaborators. Beyond his technical skills, Bill is also deeply committed to using film as a medium for social change. He believes in the power of cinema to challenge perspectives and inspire action. This belief drives him to take on projects that tackle important social issues, aiming to spark conversations and make a difference. As a professional, Bill is constantly seeking opportunities to grow and evolve. He is committed to lifelong learning, regularly attending workshops, networking with industry veterans, and staying updated on the latest trends and technologies in filmmaking. Bill Howard's passion, professionalism, and dedication to his craft make him a promising figure in the world of filmmaking. **Promote Inclusivity**: Ensure that everyone feels welcome regardless of their background, beliefs, or identity. This can be achieved by celebrating diversity and encouraging the sharing of different perspectives ano experiences. https://grizzlyllc.myshopify.com https://paranormalhub.com/grizzly-hunt Free Conceal Carry Laws of The USA From USCCA! Know The Laws Of Each State For Free! https://uscca.co/GRIZZLY-7015b000005mKPLAA2 For Trail Cams and More Click the Link Below! Blaze Video Inc. ⁠https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=1879540&u=3878666&m=117504&urllink=&afftrack=⁠ For Tac Lights and Camping and More, Click the Link Below. EcoGear FX, Inc. ⁠https://shareasale.com/u.cfm?d=481056&m=70349&u=3878666&afftrack=⁠ For Blinds, Waders, Outdoor Gear, Range Finders and More! Click Below! Tidewe ⁠https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=1447058&u=3878666&m=92895&urllink=&afftrack=⁠ For Survival Gear, Camping and More Click here click below! Survival Frog LLC... https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=564389&u=3878666&m=51591&urllink=&afftrack= For Bags and Backpacks and More Click The Link Below! https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=1243597&u=3878666&m=82802&urllink=&afftrack= For Dash Cams, Monitors and Much More Click The Link Below! https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=1579252&u=3878666&m=87684&urllink=&afftrack= For Digital Picture Frames, Microphones, Ring Lights and Much More Click The Link Below! https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=1968845&u=3878666&m=87684&urllink=&afftrack= For Backback, Bladders, Gloves, Hammocks, and Camping Accessories, Click the link Below! https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=2298688&u=3878666&m=139327&urllink=&afftrack= #nocoincedence #random #destiny #connections #safeplace #love #help #payitforward #Goodness --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/grizzly-onthehunt/support

Hello Libration Nation! So this week I am announcing that I am taking a tiny two week break from the podcast BECAUSE I am working with my friends at EveryLibrary to host some author interviews over the next two weeks. EveryLibrary is the only political action committee for libraries, and I'm thrilled to be partnering with them and doing my favorite thing, promoting storytelling and libraries!Here is the interview schedule: June 13, 2024 at 2pm Mary Jane Wells, authorJune 13, 20247 pm Alexis Landau, author, with Cassandra Campbell narratorJune 18 7 pm Alison Larkin, authorJune 20 7 pm Jason June, author More info and links to tune in can be found on EveryLibrary's WebsiteThe regularly scheduled podcast will be back in 2 weeks on Tuesday June 25. I'm really excited for the interviews I've already recorded and can't wait to get them out to you then. Included here is my very first episode that I did with my husband, Bill, on the book Hyperion. So if you haven't gotten around to that episode, here it is. As I've said before since this was my very first recording the audio isn't the best, however the jokes are solid gold. Enjoy!

#psychicconsultant #Psychicmedium #spirit #love #heaven #tarotreading #tarot #horoscope #funny #comedy #standup This Monday at 5:30 PM EST! Three Men Unplugged! Today at 5:30 PM EST we have the famous Bill Howard! We will be discussing fossils and much more! Make sure and tune in to catch this show. https://grizzlyllc.myshopify.com https://grizzly.spiritsale.com https://paranormalhub.com/grizzly-hunt Free Conceal Carry Laws of The USA From USCCA! Know The Laws Of Each State For Free! https://uscca.co/GRIZZLY-7015b000005mKPLAA2 For Trail Cams and More Click the Link Below! Blaze Video Inc. ⁠https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=1879540&u=3878666&m=117504&urllink=&afftrack=⁠ For Tac Lights and Camping and More, Click the Link Below. EcoGear FX, Inc. ⁠https://shareasale.com/u.cfm?d=481056&m=70349&u=3878666&afftrack=⁠ For Blinds, Waders, Outdoor Gear, Range Finders and More! Click Below! Tidewe ⁠https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=1447058&u=3878666&m=92895&urllink=&afftrack=⁠ For Survival Gear, Camping and More Click here click below! Survival Frog LLC... https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=564389&u=3878666&m=51591&urllink=&afftrack= For Bags and Backpacks and More Click The Link Below! https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=1243597&u=3878666&m=82802&urllink=&afftrack= For Dash Cams, Monitors and Much More Click The Link Below! https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=1579252&u=3878666&m=87684&urllink=&afftrack= For Digital Picture Frames, Microphones, Ring Lights and Much More Click The Link Below! https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=1968845&u=3878666&m=87684&urllink=&afftrack= For Backback, Bladders, Gloves, Hammocks, and Camping Accessories, Click the link Below! https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=2298688&u=3878666&m=139327&urllink=&afftrack= --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/grizzly-onthehunt/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/grizzly-onthehunt/support

I could not pick a better first guest than my life-partner, Bill! We discuss one of his favorite books Hyperion, land some pretty decent jokes, and consider the potential that we get cancelled on this very first podcast episode. Kidding (I hope!)The book is Hyperion by Dan Simmons, and Bill choose to pair our household beverage, a Gin & Fresca, or as we call them “A Girlfriend” (GF, get it?!)Girlfriends:2 oz Gin 6 oz That's it! Stir over ice and let your tastebuds explode! Follow us on Instagram @Drinksinthelibrarywww.drinksinthelibrary.com

PARANORMAL ENCOUNTERS: Be Careful What You Wish For.  This episode will run on the Para-X Radio Network (www.paraxradionetwork.com) on Thursday, May 30, 2024 from 11:00 PM-12:00 Midnight (EST). Educational. Entertaining. Intriguing.On this show, Dr. Schutz interviews Bill Howard, accomplished photographer, videographer, and filmmaker.Bill Howard is a commercial, sports, landscape, corporate photographer, and filmmaker based in North Carolina.  As of June 2023, Bill began editing and producing "Negotiators Luxe" ... a reality tv series (real estate) for the Reveel Entertainment Network.He has a number of films under his belt including: (1) The incredulous case of aliens, the U.S. government, and Arnie Smith; (2) Something Walks in the Woods; (3) The Great Dismal; and (4) Encounters:  The Complete Interviews.  He is currently working on a film called, "The Plantation."FACEBOOK, TikTok, and InstagramBill Howard (www.whirligigpictures@gmail.com).AMAZON PRIMEWhere to find his films.To learn more about me, read my biography at www.paranormaluniversalpress.com.  Click on the upper right Podomatic button to go into my podcast site to hear my guests.  View my books on my website or go to Amazon.com.  Copyrighted. Go to Amazon.com, Kindle, Barnes & Noble to purchase. PLAY, LIKE, FOLLOW, and SUBSCRIBE to this program to be notified of future episodes. Doing so is FREE.TO WATCH GUESTS ON "DISEMBODIED VOICES" TV TALK SHOWTake a moment to WATCH my guests visually in a personal interview.  Bill Howard can be visually seen on PARAFlixx (www.paraflixx.com) on February 25, 2024 on Season 10, Episode 8.  Shows are scheduled to launch at 8/7 Central (USA time).  Shows remain on PARAFlixx indefinitely until changes to remove are made.  Please allow an additional day in the event the show does not get launched as scheduled due to unforeseen circumstances "by the network."DETAILS FOR 3-DAY FREE TRIAL and SUBSCRIBING to PARAFLIXXON INITIAL PAGE - Go To The Bottom (see free trial box)IF SUBSCRIBINGEnter into your search bar this campaign link:  https://bit.ly/3FGvQuYDiscount Code = DV10$3.99/month (U.S.); discount is 10% off first three monthsCancel AnytimeWAYS TO ACCESS SHOWS - go to www.paraflixx.com.  Find my show by going to the upper left corner, click on BROWSE.  Scroll down to TALK SHOWS.  "Disembodied Voices."  

Laughers, get ready for a captivating interview with Reverend Bill Howard of The Judy Chops as we explore his multifaceted music career, background in improv at JMU, live streaming adventures, and creative outlook! Listen as this dynamic artist and independent entrepreneur shares the significance of fostering opportunities in the arts. Discover how he created a unique live streaming concept known as 'the confessional,' providing viewers with a platform for engagement and themed content. Find out more about his band, The Judy Chops, a seven-piece band that's captivated audiences for over a decade with their deft musicianship and high-energy live shows. Emerging as a Shenandoah Valley favorite, they've become a hot ticket in the Virginia music scene, offering a unique blend of Americana that seamlessly fuses modern and vintage musical styles, incorporating elements of swing, blues, rock, and soul. Huffington Post aptly describes their sound as 'genre-defying.' Reverend Bill Howard shares their involvement in Staunton Jams, a block party festival in Staunton, where they harness local resources and talents to create opportunities for artists and performers. With a commitment to music and improv, Bill shares the importance of remaining open to moments of divine inspiration. From considering the seminary to finding his true passion on the stage, Bill's journey is nothing short of remarkable. Amid the pandemic, Bill found solace and fulfillment in live streaming, offering a positive, encouraging outlet for those in need of connection. Tune in for insights on the evolving performance industry, the necessity of adaptability in an ever-changing world and more! Don't miss out on this engaging conversation brimming with laughter, inspiration, and deep insights, showcasing dedication to building a vibrant creative community and Bill's journey as an artist. Cheers! Follow The Judy Chops  Website: www.thejudychops.com Facebook: The Judy Chops Instagram: @thejudychops Subscribe to their YouTube Channel: www.youtube.com/JudyChopsBand Listen & Buy Their Music: thejudychops.bandcamp.com Follow Reverend Bill Howard to see & learn more about him & his bands! Instagram: @rvrndbill Facebook: Reverend Bill Howard Laughers, enjoy the award-winning delicious PrePOPsterous Gourmet Popcorn! Physical Location: 400 N Main St, Bridgewater, VA  Website: https://www.prepopsterous.com/  Discount promo code: LAUGH15  To learn more about X2 Comedy & Buy Tickets visit: https://www.x2comedy.com/ Facebook & Instagram: @x2comedy

What happens when an automobile industry manager with a love for photography stumbles upon filmmaking? This podcast brings you the fascinating journey of Bill Howard, who swapped car engines for camera lenses and embarked on an unconventional path to become a filmmaker. This episode isn't just about Bill's career transition, it's about his deep-rooted passion for storytelling and the inspiration he found in the film "500 Days of Summer." From the automotive world to venturing into the world of photography and filmmaking, Bill's journey is nothing short of amazing. Our conversation delves into his experience of writing an outdoors column for newspapers, which ignited his love for photography. We further explore his transition into full-time photography, the creation of his YouTube channel, and producing a feature-length film on a shoestring budget. But it doesn't stop there. We also delve into Bill's artistic pursuits and his aspirations for his work. His profound interpretation of Tom's character in "500 Days of Summer" and its portrayal of relationships is a testament to the power of creative vision. Join us as we unravel Bill's hopes for his work to leave a lasting legacy, and how he uses film to capture life's precious moments and create conversation pieces for the future. This episode is all about the fascinating intersection of passion, creativity, and legacy.Notey Notes:Bill's Something Walks In The WoodsMichael Shainblum's timelapsesViral Video campaignSupport the showGet in touch by emailing filmnutspodcast@gmail.com or following us on Twitter, Instagram and TikTok @filmnutspodcast.The Film Nuts Podcast on YoutubeJoin The Nut House Discord community!Support The Film Nuts Podcast on Patreon!

#psychictarot #pyschicmedium #Clairvoyance #Love #Medium This Tuesday at 9PM EST Time! A major line up on a huge wide array on topics. Some are out of this world. The Crypto Guru, Ronald L. Murphy, Jr. has professionally published short stories, poetry, had a play produced, and this, his first novella. A graduate of the University of Pittsburgh with a degree in literature, Mr. Murphy studied medieval history at the graduate level at Indiana University of Pennsylvania. His interests include acting, playwriting, and photography. Ron's best work is his 'On' Series of cryptid tales from around the world with real life encounters from people seeing the strange and unknown, along with the urban legends and folklore that go along with them. Bill Howard is a well known author, director, and producer of videos of the phenomonen and fiction. He recently got Encounter: The Complete Interviews streaming on Amazon Prime Video. Bill is also a creator responsible for The Great Dismal, Something Walks in the Woods, and the Incredulous Case of Aliens, the US Government and Arnie Smith to name just a few. Les Durrant is a UFO Experiencer, MUFON Field Investigator who has videos and photos of hundreds of UFOs in Northwest Georgia and was featured in an episode of Bill Howard's Encounters. Les was involved in a traffic accident and we want to send our best wishes and prayers to our friend. Dave Spinks is well known as the showrunner and creator of World of the Weird Podcast. Dave regularly appears at conventions for paranormal, cryptids, UFOs, and isn't at all afraid of getting into the field and investigating. He definitely does not sit behind a chair and just do videos. Dave has authored many books available on Amazon including Willows Weep: The Beginning, books on UFOs, Dogman, and Big Foot in West VIrginia and more. Talking about G-Man and much more! You want to attend this one for sure! So many people and topics. It's going to be incredible when we broadcast this one. Tune in, you will not be disappointed! Lala Bright was born in Baltimore MD. At a young age, her father, an energy worker, Reiki master and experiencer recognized her when she led her parents at age 5 to her neighbors grave in an extremely large Baltimore cemetery with no help. Tune in and join our conversation line up! https://grizzly.spiritsale.com https://paranormalhub.com/grizzly-hunt For Trail Cams and More Click the Link Below! Blaze Video Inc. ⁠https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=1879540&u=3878666&m=117504&urllink=&afftrack=⁠ For Tac Lights and Camping and More, Click the Link Below. EcoGear FX, Inc. ⁠https://shareasale.com/u.cfm?d=481056&m=70349&u=3878666&afftrack=⁠ For Blinds, Waders, Outdoor Gear, Range Finders and More! Click Below! Tidewe ⁠https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=1447058&u=3878666&m=92895&urllink=&afftrack=⁠ For Survival Gear, Camping and More Click here click below! Survival Frog LLC... https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=564389&u=3878666&m=51591&urllink=&afftrack= For Bags and Backpacks and More Click The Link Below! https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=1243597&u=3878666&m=82802&urllink=&afftrack= For Dash Cams, Monitors and Much More Click The Link Below! https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=1579252&u=3878666&m=87684&urllink=&afftrack= For Digital Picture Frames, Microphones, Ring Lights and Much More Click The Link Below! https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=1968845&u=3878666&m=87684&urllink=&afftrack= --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/grizzly-onthehunt/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/grizzly-onthehunt/support

Last summer, the 988 hotline for mental health emergencies launched in Virginia and nationwide as part of a federal effort to create a more streamlined approach to accessing crisis support for those in immediate need. After an initial spike in 988 calls during its rollout, 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline data shows the commonwealth now receives an average of almost 6,000 calls a month – up from over 4,300 a month in the year prior. Bill Howard, director of the Crisis Supports & Services division with the Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (DBHDS), said the average rate...Article LinkSupport the show

Charlie returns with Jason, Neal, and Mike to talk harness jacks. We take the deep dive into the history of the knife and the name itself. Is Charlie responsible for today's main-stream use of the term "Harness Jack?"In this episode, we also hear from Charlie why "there's no genius like Bill Howard."Long live Great Eastern Cutlery.Some of the fine specimens of Harness Jacks we covered can be found here. Also:GEC #15 with PunchSupport the showIf you enjoyed the episode, be sure to give us some of those stars in your podcast app! Jason Ritchie: @ritchie_handmade_knivesMike Moran: @mikemoranknives and on the web: mikemoranknives.comCheck out Neal's latest latest book on J.A. Henckels Knives

The Grenade returns as we discuss Aptil 87 WWF TV featuring Volkoff & Sheik bloodying Hacksaw Duggan, Mr. Fuji acquires Demolition AND Kamala, The Ken Patera Story begins, Honky Tonk Man wants to BAN THE DDT, GREEN Kamala, The NEW Dream Team, The King calls out the Hulkster, WWF Ice Cream Bars Debut, plus Bobby Heenan celebrates one year on Prime Time Wrestling, RATAMYUS, and SOUNDBITES GALORE!Available everywhere your Podcast Streaming needs are met.Visit our Podcast Network https://wrestlecopia.comFollow us on Twitter @RasslinGrenadeFollow and LIKE our FACEBOOK PAGE located at https://www.facebook.com/RasslinGrenadeSubscribe to our Youtube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/RasslinGrenade as we continue to add new videos from throughout wrestling history.Please Subscribe to our REVAMPED Patreon account to help keep us going, multiple Tiers to choose from!!! https://www.patreon.com/wrestlecopiaIncludes a $5 “All Access” Tier featuring our Patreon Watch-Along Series, all of Ray Russell's insanely detailed show notes (for the Grenade, Monday Warfare, & Regional Rasslin'), Early Show Releases, REMASTERED editions of the early Grenade episodes including NEW content that was originally edited out! PLUS, monthly DIGITAL DOWLOANDS for your viewing and reading pleasure, and the Patreon Exclusive Watch-Along Series covering past PPVs, Coliseum Videos, SNME's, Clash of the Champions, and more!Listen at your leisure and pick back up later if need be!The Grenade returns as we discuss Aptil 87 WWF TV featuring Volkoff & SHeik bloodying Hacksaw Duggan, Mr. Fuji acquires Demolition AND Kamala, The Ken Patera Story begins, Honky Tonk Man wants to BAN THE DDT, GREEN Kamala, The NEW Dream Team, The King calls out the Hulkster, WWF Ice Cream Bars Debut, plus Bobby Heenan celebrates one year on Prime Time Wrestling, RATAMYUS, and SOUNDBITES GALORE!WWF PRIME TIME WRESTLING MARCH 30th, 1987Recorded before WrestleMania 3, still loaded with soundbites as Gorilla & Bobby discuss the "Battle of Texas" between "Outlaw" Ron Bass vs. Blackjack Mulligan, Roddy Pi[er's Retirement, Miss Betty, plus interview with Blackjack Mulligan, and Outback explains some of the lingo from Down Under to Mean Gene!WWF TV – Weekend of APRIL 4 & 5th, 1987 (00:18:25)Nikolai Volkoff & The Iron Sheik bloody "Hacksaw" Jim Duggan. Mr. Fuji acquires Kamala & Kim Chee from The Wizard, THE KEN PATERA STORY begins, WWF Ice Cream Bars debut with a bang, "BULLET" Brad Rheingans?, Blackjack Mulligan LOVES him some Ice Cream, Outback Jack gets comfortable and tries to take a swim, Psycho Sam Cody makes an appearance. Action featuring the likes of Hacksaw Duggan, GREEN Kamala, The Iron Sheik, Jake "The Snake" Roberts, Honky Tonk Man, Nikolai Volkoff, Killer Bees, Demolition, Harley Race, The Islanders, Billy Jack Haynes, Sivi Afi, "Outlaw" Ron Bass, Greg Valentine, and more! Soundbites & promos from "Macho Man" Randy Savage, Can-Am Connection, "Outlaw" Ron Bass, Mr. Fuji with Kamala, The Islanders, Outback Jack, Paul Roma, Jimmy Hart, "Dangerous" Danny Davis and more! Plus, a bloody and bandaged Hacksaw Duggan returns for revenge on Sheik & Volkoff, tough guy! HOOOOOO! WWF PRIME TIME WRESTLING APRIL 6th, 1987 (00:51:42)This week we hear from a dejected Bobby Heenan post Mania 3, as The Brain first explains why ALL of his Family members were winners at the big event. Gorilla Monsoon throws shade on Aretha Franklin. Heenan wishes King Kong Bundy had squashed more midgets. Interviews with "Hacksaw" Jim Duggan, and Mr. Fuji with his new charges Kamala & Sika the Wild Samoan. Plus, the Brain begins his weekly tirade on the returning Prisoner 59919....errr Ken Patera!WWF TV – Weekend of APRIL 11 & 12th, 1987 (01:12:58)Mr. Fuji acquires DEMOLITION! The Ken Paters Story Part 2. we get a look at Johnny V's NEW Dream Team of Greg Valentine & Dino Bravo, Brutus Beefcake not done with a bald Adrian Adonis, Outback Jack blasphemes the King! Johnny V has a special announcement. The Macho Man even more cruel than before! A RATAMYUS sighting in 1987 WWF as Bill Howard finishes out his career. There's a Little Dragon in the oven. Lanny Poffo has a poem for us all. "Outlaw" Ron Bass enters the Snake Pit. Action featuring the likes of Tag Champs The Hart Foundation, British Bulldogs, Tito Santana, Honky TonK Man, The NEW Dream Team, Koko B. Ware, Jimmy Jack Funk, Nick Kiniski, Rougeau Brothers, Hercules, Butch Reed, "King" Harley Race, Killer Bees, Demolition, & more. Soundbites & promos from "Macho Man" Randy Savage, Ricky & Bonnie Steamboat, Brutus Beefcake, Miss Elizabeth, Koko B. Ware, Lanny Poffo, Bobby Heenan, "King" Harley Race, Rougeau Brothers, Steve Lombardi, Outback Jack, Johnny V, Can-Am Connection, & more. Plus, The Honky Tonk Man wants to BAN THE DDT!  WWF PRIME TIME WRESTLING APRIL 13th, 1987 (01:54:58)Bobby Heenan celebrates his 1 Year Anniversary as the "Host" of Prime Time Wrestling with Chinese takeout. Plus, Mean Gene Okerlund invades Prime Time and sticks it to Heenan, even calling him a JABRONIE! ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Let me tell you we are looking forward to this film coming out in 2023.The film is a thriller called The Great Dismal.The synopsis of the film is a journalist and a professional hunter investigate an area that has seen a recent flurry of creature sightings in a large wildlife refuge.In this podcast episode we had the pleasure of bringing on William J. Howard. aka Bill Howard, the producer, writer and director of the film and oh yeah he also plays Bigfoot. The cast members that joined us on the podcast is Jamison Utley who plays Jefferson Jenkins, TikTok star Sam Bailey who plays Sam Boone, Berle Stocks who plays Uncle Robert Jenkins, and William English who plays the Hermit.Join us as we chat about the film and get to know about the cast and what filming was like.Be sure to subscribe to Mark 2.0 where Mark and Brian bring you the best podcast guests in Entertainment, from music and TV stars to film stars, other actors, directors, producers, casting directors, you name it. Grab a MARK 2.0 SHIRT and other MERCH-  https://daddy-brians-merch-2.creator-spring.com/ -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------follow us on all SOCIAL MEDIAINSTAGRAM- https://www.instagram.com/mark2.0_podcast/TIK TOK- https://www.tiktok.com/@mark2.0podcastTWITTER- https://twitter.com/M20podcastFACEBOOK- https://www.facebook.com/mark2.0podcastofficial------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Through the month of November, we're taking a look at the biblical principle of loving your neighbor.

Welcome back to another episode of Walk To Your Blocks! The podcast about all things Pro Running & more!This episode includes a recap of the amazing Bendigo Gift under lights and a preview of the Geelong Gift down by the water!Another winner of the Sims Sports Performance of the Week & another Furphy Instagram Giveaway winner! We also have a visitor join us mid show with some very special news!Tune into episode 17B with "The Enforcers" interview with The Man, The Myth, The Legend... Bill Howard!Be sure to keep up to date with all the latest in Pro Running on our socials;Instagram: @walktoyourblockspodcastFacebook: Walk To Your Blocks

Welcome back to another episode of Walk To Your Blocks! The podcast about all things Pro Running & more!This second part bonus episode includes "The Enforcers" interview with The Man, The Myth, The Legend... Bill Howard! This man holds so much history in our sport, you do not want to miss this one!Be sure to keep up to date with all the latest in Pro Running on our socials;Instagram: @walktoyourblockspodcastFacebook: Walk To Your Blocks

Bill Howard joins Michael to discuss: How to Share the Gospel. Evangelism is a concept that challenges and intimidates many, but should it? What if we know we should share the gospel with others, but we have no idea where to start? Bill answers these questions and many more in this conversation with Michael about: Turning conversations toward spiritual topics Obstacles keeping people from embracing God What keeps Christians from talking to others about God What to do when people don't want to hear about God The power of sharing the gospel to invigorate other believers "Evangelism is loving people enough to tell them the truth about who God is." FREE SHIPPING! It's November, and we want you to know how grateful we are to you for listening & supporting our show. All month long, you can get free shipping on anything in our store with the code "GRATEFUL4U" at checkout! Thank you for being here. We're grateful to get to grow in Christ with you. Don't forget this special offer: Visit logos.com/incontext for 15% off select Logos products from now until the end of the year. Use the code INCONTEXT2021 at checkout! Partner With Us Finally, Michael Easley inContext is fully funded by the generous support of our listeners. If you're a regular listener, would you consider giving a one-time or ongoing gift to our ministry? Click Here to learn more. Thank you!

In this program we talk all about electric vehicles with the editor of Forbes Wheels: Car Shopping Simplified Bill Howard. We also review the best little first aid kit from www.mymedic.com and review the Mercedes Benz E-450 Coupe 

In this program we talk all about electric vehicles with the editor of Forbes Wheels: Car Shopping Simplified Bill Howard. We also review the best little first aid kit from www.mymedic.com and review the Mercedes Benz E-450 Coupe

In this program we talk all about electric vehicles with the editor of Forbes Wheels: Car Shopping Simplified Bill Howard. We also review the best little first aid kit from www.mymedic.com and review the Mercedes Benz E-450 Coupe

The Judy Chops have been one of Charlottesville's favorite local party bands since Billy and Molly, along with their talented bandmates, joined collective musical powers together in Harrisonburg over a dozen years ago. They came by the Underground to drink a Lil Sumpin and share war stories of growing up, keeping on, and doing what they do best on the Season 1 Finale of the Noises Down the Hall.

Dr. Easley Interviews Dr. Bill Howard on evangelism and sharing the gospel.

Stawell Gift Men’s champion Dhruv Rodrigues Chico plans to return to defend his title this Easter but the trophy holder believes that back to back wins will be a tough ask. The feat has only been achieved once before by Bill Howard in 1966/67. Stawell Gift Hall of Famer Josh Ross has had two wins in the Men’s final but two years apart in 2003 and 2005.

The move. crush. count. expert opinions educational series is where we highlight our past guests and reflect on the most advantageous tips they've given. This week's episode is all about Sales and Marketing! A lot of great guests contributed to this week's episode. You'll hear from Bill Howard, Michael Porro, Jamil Zabaneh, Paul Lynch, Grant Cardone, David Boyle, Tully Williams, Arnold Gacita, James Boening and Sima Dahl.⁠ These experts give advice on how to improve your sales and marketing strategies. They'll go into specific detail about: The importance of really knowing what you're selling Articulating what you sell through your marketing Changes in the marketplace and learning how to adapt Adjusting the way we sell based on a new generation Communicating trust to your customer through marketing Adjusting your message to align with your marketing and sales goals And much more! Head to movecrushcount.com for more episodes!

In this episode, Host Scott Joseph talks with Bill Howard, the CEO and Founder of Fastline Media Group about “How to Build a Stronger Value Proposition” or as Bill likes to call it your “Unique Competitive Edge.” Fastline Media Group is dedicated to quality agrimarketing advertising both in print and online. Their distribution database of agriculture equipment buyers is the strongest in the industry. Bill does an excellent job of researching his market while also looking outside of his market for new and innovative ideas. That's what this episode is all about – take a look outside of your market at the incredible success story of Bill Howard. You might even learn a thing or two about some new strategies that you should be implementing to build a better value proposition! For more information, visit our website: www.movecrushcount.com or follow us on Instagram, Twitter and subscribe to our YouTube channel!

On today’s Let’s Talk Indianola, we talk with Bill Howard with the Indianola Sustainability Committee about the Grow Solar Warren County initiative.

Engineering Influence welcomed ACEC Board Chair Mitch Simpler back to the show for his quarterly Chairman's Corner podcast.  In this episode, Mitch looks back on a successful year for ACEC and gives his thoughts on what 2020 could bring for ACEC and the engineering industry.  Transcript:Host: Welcome to Engineering Influence, a podcast by the American Council of Engineering Companies. We're very pleased today to welcome back to the show, our board chair, Mitch, Simpler for his quarterly chairman's corner podcast. And now that we're in the second week of a new year and a new decade, it's a good time to look back a bit on 2019 on what was a very busy and successful year for ACEC and maybe you know, a little bit of look forward to what the new year might bring. So Mitch, welcome back to the show.Mitch Simpler: Well, thank you for having me back and Happy New Year to you and to all the listeners.Host: Yes. Happy New Year.Mitch Simpler: And you know, my wife gets very depressed at the end of the year and I tell her, I said, this is an opportunity. It's, it's, you've gotta look for it as these are opportunities and challenges not to be to be depressing, but to be enlightening and energizing. So here we are.Speaker 2: Happy new year. Yeah. And really when I came on in May of last year with ACEC, it was right at the conference in, in Washington and my introduction of course to ACEC but then also you, you assumed the role officially is as board chair a lot's happened since. What are your big takeaways from the year for the industry and from the association?Mitch Simpler: Well, and so let's just talk about the year in general. It was, it's been a very unique year because as you know, we had a, a, a previous president, CEO had retired after 20 years. So as I came on board as the chair and when I was actually chair elect, we brought in a whole new management team for ACC national, which has been both the a blessing and a bit of a curse. The curse is that there was not a lot of intellectual an institutional knowledge that was carried forward. And that's actually part of the blessing. We did not have a lot of baggage, but the short version is having a new staff starting with Linda Bauer Darr - she brought in as a CEO, new president, but then we brought in a new CEO, CFO and, and new legislative representation a lot of, a lot of people that needed to get brought up to speed as to who we are and what we do.Mitch Simpler: And then on top of that for reasons that I'll make clear later, I hope is the fact that we determined that we needed to upgrade and actually replace our strategic plan. So we've really had a lot of major challenges for the team, both the volunteer leadership, which was new. That would be me and Manish, the good news is we were able to adjust the bylaws that allow the previous chair to stay on executive committee to help smooth the transition out. And then having Charlie G on board who is now the chair-elect gave us a really clear set of guidance and guiding principle leaders that can help transition the organization into the future. But some, some real big challenges. And I think all had been met with enthusiasm and the team has done a terrific job to to move the needles across the board for ACEC, both on membership relationship building between the member offices and national opening up the national doors so that the states and the member firms really get a better understanding of who ACEC is, what our role is and what our responsibilities are and what we do for them.Host: Yeah, I kind of felt that change coming in. Of course, I didn't have a lot of the institutional knowledge you know, coming in to ACEC, but I noticed that you had, that feeling of change was afoot and you had pieces being moved on the table, but really no sense of disruption. That energy, that enthusiasm was evident when I came on board. And of course, you know, Linda's been a real force in that moving this forward and kind of expanding our scope and looking bigger and trying to raise the profile of the industry. But I noticed that seemed to be kind of universal, you know - let's move this forward, and let's keep things going. So it's been an interesting ride that this level of enthusiasm hasn't waned at all. And has kind of opened new doors. Of course. You know, one of the perfect examples of that I think was the first time that we really as a large team went to a FIDIC conference of course this time in Mexico City where we had policy. Of course I came down to do podcasts. You, you were there and you were presented at the, at, at the conferences. Well as did Linda. And that was a new experience. You know, what did you think of that?Mitch Simpler: I t was my first FIDIC conference for reasons that I don't recall. I was not able to make the previous, it is sort of, it's customary for the incoming chair as well as the chair to attend the FIDIC conferences. FIDIC for those listeners who aren't familiar with it. It is essentially the international version of ACEC and ACEC U.S. is one of 102 member countries that are members of FIDIC. So aside from the fact that it was my first FIDIC convention I have to tell you, it was truly exciting this year since the conference took place in Mexico City. It was my first time there. It was challenging because I don't speak Spanish and neither did many of the people there.Mitch Simpler: Thank goodness is many of them speak English so that, that really made it well. But, but it's really an opportunity for ACEC to collaborate with over 102 other countries that all represent the FIDIC organization and it really you communicate on a truly global scale. And it was also important for us to be there this year because the new president of FIDIC is Bill Howard who is from CD Smith, CDM Smith, I guess it is who was sworn as a new president's two year term. So the now the leadership of FIDIC is an American. Now - Bill has served on their board for a number of years. People who remember Greg Thompolis - a former chair of ACEC national - also was president of FIDIC several years ago. So ACC has played and will continue to play a major role on the FIDIC front. But it was interesting as a member of ACEC to go down there and listen to the issues that they struggle with, many of which are the same issues that we struggle with at ACEC.Mitch Simpler: They have the - and that's the issue of commoditization of engineering. Quality based selection. You know, how, how do you, how do you pick the right team for the right reasons. And so these are all the same missions that ACEC has FIDIC has, they have one additional challenge, which is, and we have sorta been blessed in the U S and we're kind of a bit of an a bubble but issues of corruption and, and intellectual property theft and all kinds of things that we have sort of dismissed over the years here. Because we have a much more open society. Those issues are still very prevalent at the international level. And FIDIC's challenge has been to try to open that up and and make the international market as clear and open a place for business as it is here in the U.S. And so they have their own challenges.Mitch Simpler: The fact that we have significant American representation in FIDIC both at the leadership level as well as on the FIDIC's probably single biggest claim to fame is the fact that they have prepared a number of international contracts for design professionals. These contracts have become sort of the gold standard now. And many of the documents that we use as part of ACEC out of the EJDC have come out of a basis from the FIDIC format. So very interesting. Met some amazing people down there. We were able to as ACEC also I guess I'll say reopen or reinvigorate our eyes invigorates the communication between our counterparts here in North America as well as those in South America and particularly Central America and Mexico. There's a number of things that we think that we have more in common than in difference. They look to the U.S., FIDIC does as well as our South American counterparts. Look to the U.S. as true leaders from a technology design practice and best business practices. You know, where the, where the where the sort of the envy of most of the world and they are looking to us to help them raise their standards. And and we certainly made it very clear that we're open for business and would be willing and, and would love to help.Host: I remember the enthusiasm of our Mexican counterparts and talking to us and, and reestablishing those ties and it was, it was, it, you know, very optimistic. We share so many common interests both economically and then also in the need for infrastructure investment. You can see how those markets can mutually benefit each other. And it's good for ACEC to be able to open that door back open for collaboration.Mitch Simpler: Yeah. And it was, it was refreshing the, the fact that the Mexican counterpart for ACEC, that whole team came up to Chicago for our fall meeting and and continued the conversation. So this is, it's very encouraging and and I look forward to see how it how it develops.Host: Absolutely. it was a valuable conference. And it was, it was especially interesting the subject that you presented on was technology. And how that's kind of changing the way that the industry is working and the way that the new cadre of engineers coming up through the ranks and in the university and, and the younger professionals are able to use technology to do things that were, you know, time consuming and inconceivable, you know, only, you know, a decade or so more go. And then how that technology is, is, you know, how it's being spread across the world. Because one of the things about FIDIC is that they include Western Europe, of course, North America Asia, but then also some developing areas of the world that don't have access to that same level of technology. And the point you made about corruption and the issues of IP and really just doing business in an above board way.Host: You know, it's interesting to hear the stories from people in, you know, Europe and Asia. Then also hearing the perspectives from countries like Kenya and, and some others where, where they want to have the same access, but they just don't because their economies are still developing. They don't have the access to the same technologies, the same legal provisions that American firms have. And then the other side of the coin is American firms that might want to be doing business in those regions. What do they have to be cognizant of and aware of? And it was really interesting to have that exchange and being able to be part of that firsthand. So it was extremely good conference.Mitch Simpler: Yeah, I agree. And, and, and for us to get a better perspective on the globe, the global business of what ACEC represents. And as you said, Europe has a definite approach and they are embracing technology, but there are a lot of countries which just simply cannot. And they turn to us as, as true technology leaders, what can we do to help them leverage whatever aptitudes they have to be better, better designers and better producers. And I think that using the FIDIC forum is a terrific way for that information exchange to take place. And it does and it was really just really exciting.Host: Yeah, absolutely. And another big issue or topic of focus for us, of course, something that you alluded to a little bit earlier and has been kind of a a driving force throughout the year has been the development of that new strategic plan, which was adopted in Chicago officially. But that's, you know, the adoption is only the public part of it. There has been a lot of work behind the scenes that have been going on for a long time, which you have been deeply involved in. And it's going to set the stage for how ACEC moves forward and grows as an association and represents the dynamic and changing industry. You know, what, what's your and of course right now we're in the implementation phases of that plan which, which was still ongoing. What are your main thoughts about the plan itself? You know, how it came about and where we are really with, with, you know, the implementation phase right now?Mitch Simpler: Yeah. Well, no, it's a good question and, and that certainly let me digress real quick. So here I take over as chair. We decide that we're going to have, we're going to have a new budget, a three year budget. We have a new team of our paid professional staff starting with Linda and, and then decide, why we're at it, why don't we do a new strategic plan? You've got nothing else to do on your plate. So what the heck - and I'm being a little facetious. It was a lot. It was a lot of moving parts but, but certainly the strategic plan adoption the new strategic plan adoption I think has been a real success story. Manish Kothari was chair of ACEC before me and when I served as chair elect, I also served on the planning cabinet.Mitch Simpler: Manish challenged us on the planning cabinet to decide whether the current strategic plan needed to be updated or replaced. The planning cabinet unanimously recommended to replace the current plan as it was, the plan had really become more operational than it was strategic. And that's when the fun really began. We put together an incredible team of diverse leaders from a member firms both across the country and in different markets sectors, male and female. We had, we tried to get as diverse a group as we possibly get. The result from that process was that we developed a brand new strategic plan and that was, as you said, it was presented to the board of directors at the fall conference in Chicago. And the plan was unanimously adopted by the board. It was presented by one of the, one of our members as well as our, our strategic planning chairman, Mr. Greg Kelly.Mitch Simpler: The plan has been branded as being both bold and audacious and as a refreshing change, I guess from the previous plans. But a real hurdle as you pointed out was the fact that we now need to roll this plan out with real operational and implementation worthy goals. And that's where the fun really began. So part of the process that we're involved in now and we were going to be presenting the next stage at the EXCOM meeting in January is to put together the both the implementation details as well as the performance metrics that we're going to be able to use to measure the success of our collective performance on execution of the plan. So that's really where we are. My hope is to be able to present certainly this a pretty fleshed out skeleton of the implementation plan to the full board at the spring meeting in DC.Host: And being part of that, you know, the really the, the, I guess the think tank portion of it where we have all the, you know, a diverse kind of set of individuals and in groups within planning cabinet, then also internal staff talking about these goals and objectives. You know, it's, it's going to be interesting to see how it, how it all comes together because without going into detail, there are some themes and some ideas that are rising to the surface that are going to be, I think incorporated into the implementation and it's going to be some exciting, exciting things ahead. So yeah, it's been a very interesting time watching this evolve and develop from the plan, getting it approved. And now moving into this more, you know, more actionable stage of putting meat on the bones as far as, you know, those, those steps to actually get this in from paper into the reality of implementation.Host: But it's critically important. I think that having this kind of a guiding strategic document really helps crystallize this idea that ACEC can really become the preeminent entity that's really in the popular thought space, both in public debate on the Hill, but then also talking to a larger audiences, the American people other industries about the importance of, of engineering. And this is the kind of document that allows ACEC to kind of get that accomplished. And it's going to be interesting to see how it, how it all develops. And yeah, spring's going to be very interesting to see what is going to be presented in Washington, DC.Mitch Simpler: And I agree on everything you've just stated, but to me the, one of the key elements of the strategic plan and it's mentioned throughout is the role to become thought leaders and our role as, as the the harbinger of thought leadership in the engineering industry. And that's certainly one of our strategic goals across all of the, the various components of the plan. But it's becoming the true thought leadership developing thought leadership, executing thought leadership and being the resource for thought leadership in the engineering community. And we've been doing it and now we've tried to make it a little more, I'll use my term official that that's our strategic goal. And and it is, as you say, very, very exciting. It was a huge lift and I, and I will tell you between the volunteers and the staff, it has been an incredible process. And then my hats are off to all of you who participated because it is a it's a real challenge. To do it right it takes an incredible amount of time and patience and dedication and that has been measured across the board from everyone who's been involved. And I thank all each and every one of them for doing it - you includedHost: Well, thank you. And it's, I'll tell you the thought leadership piece is something that we're looking at and trying to figure out how best to package and create kind of a platform for thought leadership. But it all really comes down to the people listening to this podcast, our members. You know, we have the great benefit of having some extremely hefty talent out there people who are leading in their fields and are experts and our ability to communicate a thought leadership really bubbles up from the members that we have. So, you know, if there's anyone out there who has an idea or as a who or is, you know, hey, I've been thinking about this one issue that I really think we can talk about, or I can, I can talk about, reach out to us, because we'd love to get that in a place where people can see it.Host: And our best position from ACEC is to be that amplifier of our, the voices of our membership. So anybody out there with an idea, something that they're an expert on, something that they want to talk about, let us know, because we'd like to help you with that. I'm gonna put in that little plug there because you know, we're, you know, in DC you know, we're, we're, we are staffers. We're, we're communicators. We're lobbyists, you know, association people we're not day to day engineers. And, and our talent is, is really with the States and with our membership. So don't be shy, contact us. So I, you know, really the big tent pole items for 2019 something that we haven't really had the opportunity to talk to you about before on the, on the show.Host: But it was really interesting was your trip to Asia as part of a commerce delegation to Indonesia, Thailand and Vietnam with Secretary Wilbur Ross, Commerce Secretary Ross to talk about American business and what can be done to bring open markets of course in Asia. And then also to create opportunities for U.S. Firms. You were part of that, you had meetings with presidents ambassadors and high level staff in those countries. What were your main takeaways? What were your thoughts on, on the success of that trip?Mitch Simpler: Well, you know I'll kind of back it up a little bit. Much like the FIDIC meeting, the meeting in, in the trade mission to Southeast Asia was very exciting and incredibly challenging. First, the members of the trade mission in addition to Wilbur Ross and his team from the commerce department was the import export bank, the overseas private investment corporation, otherwise known as OPIC, the U.S. Agency for International Development, otherwise known as USAID, the U.S. Trade and Development Agency, USTDA and the Department of State. Those are the government's side of the trade mission. And on the private side we had firms that represent gas companies, Boeing, Citibank, Lockheed Martin, but more specifically ACEC and Manish Kothari and I - Manish being the previous chair of ACEC, my immediate predecessor and I were the only two professionals representing professional design firms on the and the trade delegation. And it was really a unique opportunity for us and the fact that we were representing 7,000 member firms and that that little detail was not lost on anyone on the mission that we actually had more a team behind us.Mitch Simpler: In addition to the 700,000 members that represent the firms ACEC was really very, very well positioned and we were, as you pointed out, we were able to meet with key ministry level members as well as the presidents and premiers from Vietnam, Indonesia, Thailand. Our simple message was that we all, the members of ACEC are open for business with each and every one of these countries. Provided we can be assured that we will be paid in full and in a reasonable period of time that our intellectual property will be honored and respected, which has been sort of the biggest problem with billing work, particularly in Southeast Asia is that you can do design work and next thing you know, your design is popping up everywhere and you're not involved because they have essentially taken your IP, your intellectual property. We - Manish and I, were convinced that our message was heard and well received by all the members of leadership within these countries who also recognize that ACEC represents the best of the best design firms on a global scale.Mitch Simpler: And if you want us to be able to work on your projects in those countries, they need to be clear and open about how we're working, how we get paid and, and how our intellectual properties will be respected. And that message was made very loud and clear and very well received. And our hope both through the commerce department as well as through the individual firms that are doing actively doing work over there now that we will be able to continue the conversation and and get more firms actively involved. They are all doing incredibly well from a, from an economic development standpoint. And it certainly would behove any and every American firm to get involved to the extent that they are able, because it is, it is a booming economy and will soon be, it's right now that the Asian countries represent the third largest market segment and third largest economy. And we need to be more actively involved. My hope is that we will.Host: Yeah, I think it's, it's, you know, there's a great, and again, you know, ACEC being part of that trip you know, with how many companies and professionals that we represent and that, that, that massive force behind that name. It's also important to kind of point out that as far as it, as the, as the trade mission went, we were the only professional trade association that was part of the trip. Everybody else was part of a company or....Mitch Simpler: Yes, they were there with a very pointed mission to sell their specific product. And we were selling an idea and I'll tell you, it was, it was very well received. And by the way, including the companies that were there saying, you know, we need to talk to you guys about help design facilities for us over here because they all want to look. It's a huge economic booming area. Right now one of the big issues was the fact that there is an average of $40 billion trade deficit in favor of those countries against the U.S. and getting us companies to invest and building projects in Southeast Asia, but using U.S. firms and us products was really part of the mission statement. And I, and I, that was not lost on anyone there, including the companies that accompanied us to Southeast Asia using American companies to do their design and build and construction and using American products and the whole thing. It was, there was, it was a home run.Host: I mean when it was Tesla, Lockheed Martin, Boeing, I mean some and some of the larger players in the oil and gas, natural gas fields. I mean, and also creating those inroads with those companies that are going to be making those investments. And then from a national security and more strategic position is that, you know, the big, of course name on the block there is China and there's a, there's, you know, with, with the belt and road initiatives that China's doing and their investments in the region that those countries are looking for other partners in the landscape.Mitch Simpler: They are looking for alternatives, because I think the gloss has worn off the belt and road concept and they're now beginning to realize that that's not a good spot for them to be in. Because China has really started tightening, no pun intended, tightening their belt on those countries and they're saying, look, we need alternatives. We need, we need better solutions from outside of China. And we were there to help.Mitch Simpler: By the way, having both the city there as well as USAID and the Import-Export bank gave them funding opportunities that they would have otherwise not had.Host: I can tell you from you know, the reciprocity side. I mean, after you came back in short order, before the end of the year, we had about two or three meetings inside our DC office with representatives from the region and including Vietnam who were very interested in talking to us because like you said, you know, we are the gold standard. We have that knowledge base. We have that just that ability to improve of course their own practices and to influence how they are shaping the rules and regulations that govern the work that's done in the region. But then also having that ability to create and build the best infrastructure possible for a market that is just growing by leaps and bounds. And, and for any company out there that's listening any CEO who's saying, you know, it might be interesting to get involved in international work with a country in the region you know, reach out to us because Dan Hilton on our team did a very good job of, of helping to provide the background, of course, to help you guys get out there and make it a successful meeting.Host: But, you know, we are tied in with still USAID, the Export-Import bank those government entities we have a very good relationship with them and we can help firms out there that earth that are looking at getting involved in those markets. And we can be that door opener. We can be that convener to help make those relationships happen. So if you're interested in it, please reach out because you have a lot, you know your membership in ACEC goes beyond just you know, what you see day to day. There's a lot of work going on to on the international front. So, you know, take advantage of that.Mitch Simpler: Absolutely agree. As I said, very exciting. Clearly an opportunity and a number of our member firms are already actively involved in Southeast Asia and this is really an opportunity for other firms now to be able to piggyback on the successes that have already taken place.Host: Yeah. so that's, that's it was a busy year both domestically and internationally, a lot of things are going to be going into 2020 that, that were started of course in 2019. The strategic plan being one I guess what's your outlook? I mean, not just from ACEC, but also as a leader and an executive in the industry. You know, what's 2020 looking like from your seat in the C suite?Mitch Simpler: Well, from my lips to God's ears I'm, I'll use the term cautiously optimistic. You know, I think everyone is, is feeling the success over the last several years, but particularly for 19, we would love for it to continue. But those of us who've been in business long enough, and this is my 43rd year with JBB and 33 years as a partner I've seen economic booms and I've seen economic busts. And just when you think when things are going good and they're going to be sustained, you know, the floor drops out. So I'll use my term cautiously optimistic for 2020. We certainly have, we as a firm we as a region have a, just a real boom going on in the Northeast construction boom in the, in the engineering industry is is feeling it in a very good way.Mitch Simpler: We have reasonable expectations that this will certainly continue through 2020. We know, obviously this is an election year and that's when, you know, funny things happen and somebody says the wrong thing at the right time and next, now the market takes a tank. So my term cautiously optimistic is just that for that reason, I've ever reason to believe that it will continue going. Certainly in a matter of similar, not necessarily, I'm not sure it will continue at this a fevered pitch, but, but certainly continue at reasonable growth. And the reports that I've gotten back through my network as chair certainly through my fellow CEOs is that this, I think this cautious optimism is, is pretty much spread out across the country. And it's, that's good news. Anything we can do to continue that process we should be doing. Absolutely. Tell me what that is. I'll be happy to do it.Host: Well, it's going to be an interesting year. I, without question, when ever you have it you know an election year like this, it's always going to be very interesting. And we're going to be very active in it from our position to help the candidates understand the importance of the engineering industry to see all the policies that are out there that benefit us from, from, you know, issues related to workforce, immigration resiliency, climate change, things like that, that, you know, we have a part to play. And we have a voice and we want to have that voice included in the policy debate. And that's going to be up to us to make sure that happens.Mitch Simpler: Right. And this is the what's the right word? A a not so honest plug for the PAC, but this is where the PAC becomes so critical. And then the good news is I was, I got my, my notice that the PAC has exceeded $1 million again for 2019 and congratulations to all of those who contributed. It is an absolute, probably the single best arrow we in our quiver for the success of ACEC members and our advocacy program is the PAC. And this year will be the year that it was ever going to be something worthwhile to have. It's a PAC during this presidential election. And so kudos to all of those who, who contributed kudos to ACEC for being able to continue to grow the PAC and use it in our advocacy and amount of, to which it was intended. And that's, this year will be that test year. It's, it's disappointing that for the last four years, we've not been able to get an infrastructure bill passed. But, but we certainly have every reason to believe that this year could be that year.Host: And again, as it happened with the 2016 election, infrastructure was more than just a back burner issue. It did come to the forefront. Hopefully that happens again. And, and the PAC enables us to keep that conversation going and to introduce, of course, our industry to more Members of Congress. Of course, the significant number of freshmen that are in Congress right now who are going to be up for reelection you know, they're going to want to know what's happening. And the PAC, the townhouse that we have of course in Washington right now, which Dave Bender is overseeing being able to have people in and to have those meetings, it's critically important. So yes, thank you for all who have donated. And the PAC is a, is a potent weapon. And, and, and it's, it's said a lot about in DC that, that, you know having one of that size is the kind of thing that separates you from a crowd and, and has you and your message taken a lot more seriously. So breaking that million Mark is, is a, is a big landmark that really sets us up for for a good 2020.Mitch Simpler: All right. Fingers crossed.Host: Yeah. Fingers crossed.Host: Exactly. I guess that that kind of you know, I think that's a good note to, to kinda end on. It's a cautiously optimistic for 2020. Anything else that you want to add before we sign off?Mitch Simpler: No, other than it's been a real pleasure to work both with Jeff, with you and the entire ACEC team at national and you guys make us all look good, but it is not lost on any one of us. That it is you, the, the staff that make ACEC the success story that it is. And thank you all. And I wish everyone a very happy, healthy and safe new year. And I will see you actually on Wednesday.Host: Yes, absolutely. And thank you for that. And we will see you for our EXCOMM training and the year is kicking off with a fast pace and a very packed January. So we really look forward to an exciting year ahead and talking to you in the future. And thank you very much for taking the time, Mitch, and Happy New Year.

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