Podcasts about board members

In this episode, David Klein, MD, MBA, Senior Advisor at Marwood Group and Board Member of Northwest Healthcare REIT & Joseph Mercer, Managing Director at Marwood Group join Scott Becker to examine regulatory volatility, state budget pressures, compliance scrutiny, and emerging opportunities shaping healthcare investing and private equity strategy.

In this episode, David Klein, MD, MBA, Senior Advisor at Marwood Group and Board Member of Northwest Healthcare REIT & Joseph Mercer, Managing Director at Marwood Group join Scott Becker to examine regulatory volatility, state budget pressures, compliance scrutiny, and emerging opportunities shaping healthcare investing and private equity strategy.

Verónica Fuerte is a designer, speaker and lecturer based in Barcelona, and the founder and creative directress of Hey, an independent design studio established in 2007. For over 18 years, she has been building bold, vibrant and strategic design systems that help brands, institutions and cultural organizations connect with people. Alongside her studio work, Verónica serves as a Board Member at Canva, is a member of AGI (Alliance Graphique Internationale), and a Board Member of the Art Directors Club in New York. Beyond client work, Hey functions as a platform to share design with the world—from Women at Work, the podcast and community Verónica founded to amplify women's voices in creativity, to Hey Shop, a curated space for objects, prints and ideas that reflect their distinctive approach to design. Explore more https://creative.voyage/

In this episode, David Klein, MD, MBA, Senior Advisor at Marwood Group and Board Member of Northwest Healthcare REIT & Joseph Mercer, Managing Director at Marwood Group join Scott Becker to examine regulatory volatility, state budget pressures, compliance scrutiny, and emerging opportunities shaping healthcare investing and private equity strategy.

Buffalo School Board member Larry Scott reacts to the release the findings of the district's independent investigative report full 302 Tue, 24 Feb 2026 09:30:00 +0000 oMuAuCmQOY0GbMnokqlyUFzC3NLZdKXB buffalo,wben,buffalo public schools,buffalo school board,larry scott,news WBEN Extras buffalo,wben,buffalo public schools,buffalo school board,larry scott,news Buffalo School Board member Larry Scott reacts to the release the findings of the district's independent investigative report Archive of various reports and news events 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News Fal

You've probably heard of a watershed or a foodshed, but have you heard of a fibershed? On today's show, host Douglas Haynes unpacks the growing movement of farmers and fiber artists rebuilding Wisconsin's wool and flax textile systems. He's joined by Leslie Schroeder of the Midwest Linen Revival, Jane Hansen, a sheep farmer and Board Member of the Three Rivers FIbershed, and WORT's Talk Producer, Sara Gabler, whose article about fibersheds is featured in this month's Isthmus magazine. Fibersheds focus on what can be readily grown within a particular bioregion. In the Upper Midwest, that's not cotton or indigo, but wool and flax. These grassroots organizations nurture place-based relationships–between sheep, the soil, water systems, and the farmers and laborers who grow and process the raw materials into the quality yarns that fiber artists love.  Going local is a choice that supports the environment and local farmers at a time when small family farms need as much backing and better crop opportunities as they can get. Hansen and Schroeder recommend mending the clothes that you already own and avoiding buying synthetic fabrics that shed microplastics. Schroeder says to start small, make one garment from locally sourced materials and it will become something you always cherish. Hansen describes the work that goes into raising healthy sheep, including her pasture management practices and the process of prepping fleece to go to the fiber mill. She gets support from her fibershed and uses her farm to educate the public about the importance of locally grown textiles.  Though there are several cottage mills in the state, Wisconsin lacks the infrastructure that would make it possible for sheep farmers to produce wool at a commercial scale. We don't have any infrastructure for producing linen, the fiber that is derived from the flax plant. There's a healthy demand for locally grown linen, says Schroeder, but you'd have to grow and prepare it yourself at the moment. Schroeder hopes to change that with her grant-funded work to source high-quality domestic seeds, purchase and import harvesting equipment, and site a multi-million dollar mill.  You can learn more about wool and fibersheds by reading one of Schroeder's recommended books (Vanishing Fleece, Women's Work, or Fibershed) and find your local organization here. Jane Hansen raises Coopworth sheep in Ogema, WI. She is a board member of the Three Rivers Fibershed, Northern Pines fibershed and Embrace (a domestic and sexual violence advocacy service provider in a 4 county region of Northern WI). She is also an active member of Wisconsin Farmers Union and host of a monthly Fiber Fun on the Farm event at her own farm. Leslie Schroeder is the co-founder of Midwest Linen Revival, an organization dedicated to laying the groundwork for establishing flax for fiber as an agricultural crop in our region. She is co-curator of the Field to Frock festival, co-creator of two teenaged daughters, and sleeps outside whenever she can. Featured image of the stages of flax production. Courtesy of Sara Gabler/WORT. Did you enjoy this story? Your funding makes great, local journalism like this possible. Donate hereThe post Local Fiber Movement Is Re-Stitching the Social Fabric appeared first on WORT-FM 89.9.

Kevin Warsh has been nominated as the next Federal Reserve Chair for 2026. What does this leadership shift mean for your wallet? In this episode of Gimme Some Truth, we analyze the Warsh nomination and its immediate impact on monetary policy, interest rates, and the global markets.As Jerome Powell prepares to hand over the gavel, Kevin Warsh brings a distinct philosophy to the FOMC—balancing a "hawkish" view on the Fed's balance sheet with a unique perspective on AI-driven productivity. We dive deep into whether this marks a regime change for inflation targets and how investors should position their portfolios for the "Warsh Era."

In this episode of Software People Stories, VR Govindarajan, aka Govi, the co-founder and executive chairman of Perfios Software, shares his comprehensive journey from the early days of his career to building successful startups. Govi dives deep into his academic background, industry experience, and the various startups he co-founded, including Aztec Soft and Perfios. He emphasizes the importance of technology-focused innovation, building a product company out of India, and navigating the challenges of operating in a regulated industry. Govi also shares his insights on the value of teamwork, culture, and maintaining a larger purpose beyond just making money. Throughout the conversation, he provides valuable lessons for aspiring entrepreneurs on raising funds, managing teams, and scaling businesses globally. 00:00 Introduction and Welcome00:35 Govi's Background and Career Journey01:43 Early Startups and Challenges02:48 Building Aztec Soft and Going Public03:10 Transition to Perfios and Product Focus06:18 Navigating the Dot-Com Bust08:18 Acquisitions and Selling to MindTree13:41 Importance of Team Effort17:34 Choosing the BFSI Sector20:39 Challenges in a Regulated Industry22:29 Managing B2B Sales and Integration24:26 Focusing on Product Development24:46 Creating a New Market Category25:06 Challenges of Evangelizing a New Product26:21 Leveraging Global Trends28:07 Expanding to International Markets34:25 Managing Code and Customizations36:54 Importance of Local Customer Support38:11 Leveraging AI and Data41:22 Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs44:51 The Importance of Culture and Values48:53 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsThe timestamps are approximate and do not include the time for the intro. Add about 90 seconds to locate the sectionAs the Co-founder & Executive Chairman, Govi has been the driving force behind building Perfios into the Operating system for the BFSI in India and across the globe. Perfios is an acknowledged technology driven SaaS Pioneer that works across almost all financial institutions (Banking and Insurance Sector) both in India and across 18 countries in South East Asia, Middle East and North Africa. Perfios is a Unicorn and is backed by some of the best Global Investors. As a fintech Pioneer, Govi has been part of many committees in industry forums such as FICCI, CII and ASSOCHAM. He has been an active speaker at many BFSI related conferences and public institutions.He brings over 35 years of rich experience in the IT industry across the US and India. Before co-founding Perfios, Govi was the Co-founder, CTO, and Board Member at Aztecsoft, a pioneering force in the offshore product development space. From being a startup, Aztecsoft got listed in the Indian markets and was run as a public company before being sold to another Public company. Prior to starting Aztecsoft, he played a key role in advancing database technologies at global technology leaders such as Digital Equipment Corporation (DEC) and IBM.Govi holds an M.S. in Computer Science from the University of Massachusetts and a B.E. in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from the Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore. He may be reached at: govi@perfios.com

Illinois soybean farmer Rob Shaffer has been appointed to the United Soybean Board (USB) by the US Secretary of Agriculture, Brooke Rollins. Shaffer is one of 77 directors across the U.S. who use checkoff funds to enhance farmer profitability and promote soybean trade globally

OFBCA Board Member And Cashion AD, Lynn Shackelford, Joins Show To Discuss The Latest With OSSAA Redistricting. Would You Draft Peterson #1? NBA Back! USA vs Canada! MUCH MORE!!!!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode, we discuss geopolitical manuevers. — — — Become a valued and cherished Board Member today: https://www.patreon.com/timelineearth… Check out LineMart, our Official TLE Merchandise store: https://www.toplobsta.com/collections/timeline-earth — — — Recorded LIVE every Wednesday! (4/9/2025) Featuring, the "The Golden Throat", Car Campit: https://twitter.com/TLE_Car And the "Number One PTO User of the Year", Aaron: https://twitter.com/btwa_RETURNS And as always, the wise and Dionysian Birdarchist: https://twitter.com/TLEbirdarchist And of course, the team's erudite investigator Paz: https://twitter.com/TLEPaz Follow the show on Twitter: https://twitter.com/timelineearth — — — THE EARTH IS A LINE!

Guest Co-Host Christina Cassotis. Guest: Sean Donohue, Fmr CEO, Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport. Also: Party Balloons (not drones) over El Paso Airport; Government shutdown & potential disruption in TSA operations; Two Elliott Mgt-aligned Board Members step down at SWA; Spirit & Frontier reduce number of planes; Labor concerns continue at AA, Does American have an internal cultural problem? Should DFW and Love Field ownership be combined? A pilot listener's personal experiences with major airline shutdowns.

Älter werden, ohne sich alt zu fühlen: Longevity eröffnet ganz neue Perspektiven auf Wohlbefinden und Gesundheit.In dieser Short-Folge #438 erfährst du, warum Longevity mehr ist als das Streben nach einem langen Leben und wie du mit einfachen Hacks deine Lebensqualität drastisch steigern kannst. Longevity-Expertin Dr. Kati Ernst teilt persönliche Geschichten und zeigt, wie kleine Tipps helfen können, Vitalität bis ins hohe Alter zu bewahren und weshalb das auch in jüngeren Jahren schon sehr wichtig ist. Es geht um Trends, praktische Ergebnisse und jede Menge Tipps, wie du heute wichtige Weichen stellen kannst für ein gesundes Leben, das sich richtig gut anfühlt – bis ins hohe Alter. Dies ist ein Highlightclip aus einer längeren Episode, die du unten findest.Dr. Kati Ernst hat nach mehr als einer Dekade Karriere als Unternehmensberaterin 2018 mit ihrer Co-Founderin Kristine Zeller ooia gegründet, eine Start-up für Perioden-Unterwäsche. Neben ihrer Tätigkeit als Geschäftsführerin von ooia ist sie außerdem Board Member im Deutschen Start-up-Verband und Teil des Advisory Boards der Uni Münster. Als Mutter von drei Kindern hat Kati schon vor einigen Jahren angefangen, sich mit dem Trendthema Longevity zu beschäftigen. Als Resultat hat sie Anfang 2024 gemeinsam mit ihrer Mitgründerin Kristine den Podcast “Lifestyle of Longevity” gelauncht.Im Interview spricht Kati mit Vera Strauch darüber, welche Lebensbereiche für Longevity eine Rolle spielen, was besonders für Frauen einen Unterschied in ihrem Lifestyle macht und was wir heute schon verändern können, um ein langes, richtig gutes Leben zu führen.In der Folge zum Thema „Longevity“ erfährst du:die 4 Elemente von Longevity und jeweils konkrete Tipps zum Anwenden.Warum es gerade für Frauen wichtig ist, die eigene Gesundheit zu priorisierenPersönliche Geschichten und wie du direkt loslegen kannst – ohne große Investitionen.+++Die lange Version des Interviews ist hier. Alle Links und Details findest du hier.Du willst noch mehr? Dann melde dich jetzt bei der Female Leadership Academy 2026 an und gestalte deine Leadership Karriere mit uns.Du brauchst mehr Infos? Melde dich hier zum Newsletter an.+++ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

More changes have been seen at the top levels of Netball New Zealand after a disastrous 2025. Its Chair and three Board Members have made the decision to step down. Sports reporter Bridget Tunnicliffe spoke to Lisa Owen.

This episode of NETs Get Real, we welcome Nurse Leader and NEW NCAN Advisory Board Member, Mysti Motz, MBA, BSN, RN! She talks about how she got into NETs, working with legends in the field, strategies for NET patients to navigate their diseas and so much more!

This week on Conflict Managed we welcome Nikhil Raval. Join us as we explore: Escalation culture How to bridge generational divides Global Gen Z similarities and differences The personal impact of fantastic leadership Want engagement? Communicate goals and expectations, consistently recognize good work, and be transparent. Taking the time to become more self-aware Being mindful to overcome generational stereotypes Human connection at work in the age of AI Conflict Managed is available wherever you get your podcasts and on YouTube @3pconflictrestoration   Nikhil Raval is a leader, learning, and change expert who passionately believes the role of learning in its many forms is to lift the societies it serves. He believes that organizations that we work for also have the responsibility to serve society. At the intersection of these two forces lies leadership development, a pivotal element in driving meaningful change. After a successful career in Financial Services for nearly a decade in the US, he forayed into Leadership Consulting and led as the MD and Board Member of Duke CE, India. He is the author of the bestselling book Target Gen Z: Understanding the Gen Z Mindset on Brands, Work-Life, Learning and More, released in 2021 and Generational Fusion: How to Master the Multi- Gen Workforce: Uniting Strengths Across Ages, released 2025. He is also the host of the popular podcast Working with Gen Z, which examines all facets of the Gen Z generation at the workplace, heard in over more than 60 countries. A multiple-time TEDx speaker and award-winning presenter, he continues to inspire leaders at every stage of their journey.   Conflict Managed is produced by Third Party Workplace Conflict Restoration Services and hosted by Merry Brown.   #ConflictManaged #Podcast #GenZ #Leadership #MultigenerationalTeams

In this episode, Dr. Reena Kotecha talks to LifeSpeak's VP, Content Marianne Wisenthal about the science of feeling better—without overhauling your life. Together, they explore micro mindfulness, emotional first aid, everyday recovery, and simple, research-backed practices that help you regulate stress, build resilience, and create lasting well-being. If you're feeling overwhelmed, burnt out, or just ready for small shifts that make a big difference, this conversation offers practical tools you can use right away.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

LWVPPR Youth Council members Anna Fedoruk and Maxx Vega interview newly elected D49 School Board member Lori Thompson. With discussions around school policies such as AI, student safety, student mental health, and cell phones in schools, we learn more about Ms. Thompson's goals for her tenure on the board.Making Democracy Work asks questions and provides information to help voters and community members be more active and engaged citizens. Join us as we look for better ways to make democracy work.This podcast is produced by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region (LWVPPR). The mission of the League of Women Voters is: Empowering Voters. Defending Democracy. LWVPPR members actively promote voter and civic education for the public and themselves. Learn more at https://lwvppr.org/Making Democracy Work is one of many Studio 809 Podcasts, building community in the Pikes Peak Region. Find your new favorite local podcast at https://studio809podcasts.comDon't miss an episode, follow Making Democracy Work wherever you get your podcasts.

LWVPPR Youth Council members Anna Fedoruk and Maxx Vega interview newly elected D49 School Board member Holly Withers. With discussions around school policies such as AI, student safety, student mental health, and cell phones in schools, we learn more about Ms. Withers' goals for her tenure on the board. Making Democracy Work asks questions and provides information to help voters and community members be more active and engaged citizens. Join us as we look for better ways to make democracy work.This podcast is produced by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region (LWVPPR). The mission of the League of Women Voters is: Empowering Voters. Defending Democracy. LWVPPR members actively promote voter and civic education for the public and themselves. Learn more at https://lwvppr.org/Making Democracy Work is one of many Studio 809 Podcasts, building community in the Pikes Peak Region. Find your new favorite local podcast at https://studio809podcasts.comDon't miss an episode, follow Making Democracy Work wherever you get your podcasts.

Send us a text and chime in!Sharlot Hall Museum is pleased to announce the addition of three distinguished professionals to its Board of Trustees for three-year terms. Keith Woods, Craig Brown, and Britta Bloomberg bring a wealth of experience and a fresh perspective to the Museum's leadership. Keith Woods has an impressive career spanning over three decades in radio, marketing, public utilities, and public relations. In addition to his marketing expertise, Woods served for 24 years on the Salt River Project (SRP) Board of Directors, where he played a pivotal role in advancing sustainability initiatives, water resource management, and electric reliability. His leadership helped SRP achieve... For the written story, read here >> https://www.signalsaz.com/articles/sharlot-hall-museum-adds-new-board-members/Check out the CAST11.com Website at: https://CAST11.com Follow the CAST11 Podcast Network on Facebook at: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZFollow Cast11 Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network

The following article of the Energy industry is: “Energy Independence: Securing a Strategic Path to 2030” by Fernando Cruz Galvan, Director, Energy and Board Member, Kannbal Consulting.

We met up with Eric Richards when John was booked as the Guest Speaker for the Show-Me Mustang Club's 40th Anniversary banquet just outside of St. Louis in January. John remembered Eric as being a huge Dave Pericak fan after he and fellow club members had previously attended Mike Rey's Mustang Homecoming event in Dearborn, but we've since found out that Eric has an even deeper dedication to the Mustang hobby.

In this episode, we're joined by Brian Danzl, Board Member of the Tower Bridge Battalion, Sacramento Republic FC's independent supporter group. Brian shares what's ahead for TBB and Republic FC as we head into the 2026 season and looks forward to the club's new stadium in 2027. We also talk about Sac Republic's new midfielder Pep Casas, give an update on the Modesto USL project, and cover the newly released schedules for Stockton Cargo and California Storm in USL W / WPSL, along with Academica's USL League Two campaign, and more! Intro/Outro Music: "The Descent" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Golazos of Gratitude Music: The following music was used for this media project: Music: Nice Light Of Happiness by MusicLFiles Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/7421-nice-light-of-happiness License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Image: Tower Bridge Battalion Facebook Support State of the Republic by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/state-of-the-republic

101. Ultras: A HistoryIn this podcast, we're joined by Chris Lee from Outside Write and Alex Wilson, a Board Member of the Dulwich Hamlet Supporters' Trust, to talk about the past, present and future of Ultras and the culture surrounding them.From the origin of fanatic supporters to the alternative organised fan movements we see today, Ultras culture is a fluid and evolving phenomenon which surrounds our game.About UsWebsitefootballheritage.co.ukEmailhello@footballheritage.co.ukX@_footyheritageBlueSky@footballheritage.bsky.socialInstagram@_footyheritageYouTube@FootballHeritageFHAbout Our GuestsChris LeeChris Lee is a football historian, author, and podcaster. He runs a podcast and Substack called Outside Write, which explores football's off-field stories, including history, politics, culture, and groundhopping.He has also published three books, which you can purchase at the link below.https://www.pitchpublishing.co.uk/shop?combine=chris%20lee&category=AllAlex WilsonAlex is a Board Member of the Dulwich Hamlet Supporters' Trust and an active member of their supporters' movements. He can often be found hauling a drum around at Dulwich Hamlet and co-ordinating fan chants and activities.

Kari-Beth Law, MD, Associate Chief Medical Officer and Board Member of the West Virginia University Health System, Professor of Adult, Child/Adolescent and Forensic Psychiatry, Vice Chair of Clinical Services, and Director of Telepsychiatry for the WVU School of Medicine Department of Behavioral Medicine and Psychiatry

Buffalo Skating Club board members Jennifer Rosen and Meg Hall on the interest in figure skating with the Winter Olympics taking place full 505 Fri, 13 Feb 2026 09:30:00 +0000 hCiMwh8YpXMHCKZ97mGmBak4cKKxmgV4 buffalo,figure skating,news,wben,2026 winter olympics,buffalo skating club WBEN Extras buffalo,figure skating,news,wben,2026 winter olympics,buffalo skating club Buffalo Skating Club board members Jennifer Rosen and Meg Hall on the interest in figure skating with the Winter Olympics taking place Archive of various reports and news events 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News

With a career spanning the US Navy, executive leadership positions at PetSmart and Banfield Pet Hospital, and pioneering online training, Don brings unique insights into building and scaling businesses across industries. Throughout the conversation, Avanish and Don discuss OpenSesame's evolution from an online learning marketplace to an AI-powered platform that serves enterprises, learning management systems, and content publishers. They explore the "Intel Inside" ecosystem strategy, the Simon AI tool that democratizes course creation and enables instant translation into 70 languages, and how organizations can successfully navigate workforce reinvention in the AI era while meeting customers where they are.In this episode, Avanish and Don discuss:OpenSesame's dual-sided platform strategy: Partnering with 200+ LMS/HRIS systems on the delivery side while aggregating 50,000 courses from 200+ publishers, providing distribution for small publishers to reach enterprise customers and enabling large publishers like Harvard Business Publishing to access mid-market and SMB segments.The Simon AI course creation tool: Democratizing content development by enabling subject matter experts to create high-quality courses without instructional designers, with built-in translation capabilities across 70 languages for voiceover and text—expanding global reach for multinational organizations.Workforce reinvention as strategic imperative: Positioning OpenSesame at the center of organizational AI transformation by providing not just technology but comprehensive change management roadmaps, helping HR and learning leaders guide their teams through adoption with curated content and use cases.The "meet them where they are" philosophy: Balancing long-term product vision with practical customer adoption paths, especially during transformational periods like AI implementation, by understanding customer needs deeply before prescribing solutions and allowing products to flex without compromising the ultimate vision.The 1% better daily improvement mindset: Embracing continuous learning and incremental progress as the foundation for breakthrough innovation, recognizing that overnight successes are built on consistent dedication and discipline over time.About Don Spear:Don Spear is CEO of OpenSesame. Before his current role, he founded BlueVolt.com, held executive leadership positions at Banfield Pet Hospital and PetSmart, and served as a submarine officer aboard the USS Tunny (SSN 682).About OpenSesameOpenSesame, the leading provider of online business training, is the choice for L&D professionals wanting to drive learning initiatives forward with innovation, agility, and care. We offer the world's most comprehensive digital learning catalog, with regularly updated content from expert publishers in a variety of formats and languages. By providing comprehensive learning resources and innovative tools like Simon, OpenSesame empowers L&D professionals to exceed their goals and champion learning across their entire organization.Host Avanish SahaiAvanish Sahai is a Tidemark Fellow and served as a Board Member of Hubspot from 2018 to 2023; he currently serves on the boards of Birdie.ai, Flywl.com and Meta.com.br as well as a few non-profits and educational boards. Previously, Avanish served as the vice president, ISV and Apps partner ecosystem of Google from 2019 until 2021. From 2016 to 2019, he served as the global vice president, ISV and Technology alliances at ServiceNow.  From 2014 to 2015, he was the senior vice president and chief product officer at Demandbase.  Prior to Demandbase, Avanish built and led the Appexchange platform ecosystem team at Salesforce, and was an executive at Oracle and McKinsey & Company, as well as various early to mid-stage startups in Silicon Valley.About TidemarkTidemark is a venture capital firm, foundation, and community built to serve category-leading technology companies as they scale.  Tidemark was founded in 2021 by David Yuan, who has been investing, advising, and building technology companies for over 20 years.  Learn more at www.tidemarkcap.com.LinksFollow our host, Avanish SahaiLearn more about Tidemark

Mark Kern, Board Member for Heat Up St. Louis joins Megan Lynch to discuss Hardee's Rise and Shine Event happening Friday and the mission pf Heat Up St. Louis.

Community is being redefined at a moment when burnout, isolation, and constant productivity are leaving many women disconnected from themselves and each other. In this episode, Kara Duffy sits down with Porsha Ellis, CEO of Let It Break, to explore why women are craving deeper, more intentional spaces, and how community can become a catalyst for personal growth, wellness, and meaningful change. Porsha shares her journey from building creative agencies to leading a women-centered community rooted in self-awareness, service, and care. Together, they unpack the pressure to “do it all,” the importance of slowing down, redefining success beyond titles, and why giving back through mentorship, service, and organizations like Compton Girls Club, can shift how we show up in our lives and leadership. This conversation examines what it means to break old patterns, reconnect with purpose, and build communities that support the whole woman. 00:00 Introduction to the Guest: Porsha Ellis 01:02 Porsha's Background, Career & Where She's Based 02:18 What Is Let It Break? Building Intentional Women's Community 04:10 Career Transitions, Manifestation & Crown and Conquer 07:45 Choosing Wellness, Purpose & Service-Oriented Work 09:55 Why Women Are Craving Community Right Now 12:08 Identity Beyond Titles & Productivity Culture 14:40 Burnout, Self-Care & Unrealistic Expectations for Women 17:05 Creating Sustainable Wellness Habits 19:10 Atomic Habits, Habit Stacking & Time Prioritization 21:30 Friendship, Community & Doing Life Together 24:05 Letting Go of Perfection & Showing Up Authentically 27:00 Women's Health, Confidence & Finding Your Voice 29:20 Giving Back: Compton Girls Club & Board Leadership 32:00 Empowering the Next Generation of Girls 34:15 Redefining What It Means to Be Powerful 36:20 Advice to Her Younger Self & Giving Yourself Grace 38:10 Joy Boards, Reflection & Celebrating Wins 40:10 Who Let It Break Is For & Community Values 43:10 How to Connect with Porsha Ellis & Let It Break 45:00 Closing Reflections & Final Thoughts. The Powerful Ladies podcast, hosted by business coach and strategist Kara Duffy features candid conversations with entrepreneurs, creatives, athletes, chefs, writers, scientists, and more. Every Wednesday, new episodes explore what it means to lead with purpose, create with intention, and define success on your own terms. Whether you're growing a business, changing careers, or asking bigger questions, these stories remind you: you're not alone, and you're more powerful than you think. Explore more at thepowerfulladies.com and karaduffy.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rachel Nichols joins the show to explain how she ended up as a Board Member of USA Curling and her involvement in the sport - as she heads to the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics this week. She talks about how she began curling while living in Green Bay covering the Packers - and how it turned into her joining the Board and covering Team USA in the Olympics. Clinton Yates stops by the studio and revisits the convo about Fernando Mendoza and if Raiders fans want them to draft him - and if he should start. The Lindsey Segment! Producer Lindsey asks the guys about the biggest story in sports today - the Norwegian biathlete who confessed on live TV to cheating on his girlfriend moments after winning a bronze medal… Plus, what is up with the whole Kalshi prediction market thing - and how pro sports (and athletes) factor in? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Harini Balachandar is a strategic leader with over two decades of cross-functional experience in project management, content development, and learning strategies. As a PMI Agile Certified Practitioner, she excels at optimizing workflows, driving operational excellence, and fostering collaboration across diverse teams. Harini is the founder of Nexus Diaries, a PR startup dedicated to elevating small businesses through enhanced media presence and authentic storytelling, helping entrepreneurs share their unique narratives and build meaningful connections with their audiences.With expertise in stakeholder management and data-driven decision making, Harini brings a methodical approach to both business challenges and strategic initiatives. Her unique ability to connect authentic storytelling with practical application creates lasting impact across organizations, transforming complex ideas into compelling narratives that educate and inspire.As a mother of two, Harini channels her strategic strengths into skill-based volunteering, serving as a Board Member at A Child's Light, a non-profit organization providing expedited mental health support for children who have experienced trauma. Her commitment to children's mental health and education earned her the Presidential Voluntary Service Award (Bronze 2024), recognizing her extensive volunteer work in empowering families and nurturing the next generation's wellness and growth.Contact Harini Balachandar:I would like for folks to support A Child's Light. Being a mom of two young kids, I can't imagine any kids going through such severe trauma and losing their childhood. We as adults are responsible for these vulnerable little humans. https://childslight.comI also would love to partner with tech startups through my concierge PR service. https://nexusdiaries.comDr. Kimberley LinertSpeaker, Author, Broadcaster, Mentor, Trainer, Behavioral OptometristEvent Planners- I am available to speak at your event. Here is my media kit: https://brucemerrinscelebrityspeakers.com/portfolio/dr-kimberley-linert/To book Dr. Linert on your podcast, television show, conference, corporate training or as an expert guest please email her at incrediblelifepodcast@gmail.com or Contact Bruce Merrin at Bruce Merrin's Celebrity Speakers at merrinpr@gmail.com702.256.9199Host of the Podcast Series: Incredible Life Creator PodcastAvailable on...Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/incredible-life-creator-with-dr-kimberley-linert/id1472641267Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6DZE3EoHfhgcmSkxY1CvKf?si=ebe71549e7474663 and on 9 other podcast platformsAuthor of Book: "Visualizing Happiness in Every Area of Your Life"Get on Amazon: https://amzn.to/4cmTOMwWebsite: https://linktr.ee/DrKimberleyLinertThe Great Discovery eLearning platform: https://thegreatdiscovery.com/kimberleyl

In this episode, Bill Clendenen, Charlie Talbot, and Michael Burcham explore how CEOs can turn their boards into true strategic assets. They share practical guidance on building trust through transparency, setting realistic goals, and engaging board members outside the boardroom. The conversation focuses on how effective CEOs pressure test strategy, avoid surprises, and translate strategic plans into clear operational execution. Throughout the discussion, they emphasize that strong CEO board relationships are built on consistency, preparation, and open dialogue, enabling boards to support leadership, execution, and long-term value creation actively.Key Takeaways:CEOs maximize impact by using the board as a strategic partner through transparency, preparation, and consistent engagement.Trust with the board is built through realistic goal-setting, open discussion of challenges, and a disciplined, no-surprises approach.Keeping the strategic plan front and center aligns discussion, sharpens decisions, and connects strategy directly to execution.Strong board engagement happens outside the boardroom, where prewiring and one-on-one conversations reduce friction and improve outcomes.Chapters:00:00 – Introduction03:48 – Using the Board Strategically06:28 – Keeping Strategy Front and Center10:02 – Building Trust and Avoiding Surprises15:25 – Pre-Wiring Decisions and Board DynamicsListen to our podcasts at:https://www.shorecp.university/podcastsYou'll also find other Bigger. Stronger. Faster. episodes, alongside our Microcap Moments and Everyday Heroes series—highlighting the people and stories that make the microcap space unique.Other ways to connect:Blog: https://www.shorecp.university/blogShore University: https://www.shorecp.university/Shore Capital Partners: https://www.shorecp.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/shore-universityThis podcast is the property of Shore Capital Partners LLC. None of the content herein is investment advice, an offer of investment advisory services, or a recommendation or offer relating to any security. See the “Terms of Use” page on the Shore Capital website for other important information.

In this episode, Bill Clendenen, Charlie Talbot, and Michael Burcham explore how CEOs can turn their boards into true strategic assets. They share practical guidance on building trust through transparency, setting realistic goals, and engaging board members outside the boardroom. The conversation focuses on how effective CEOs pressure test strategy, avoid surprises, and translate strategic plans into clear operational execution. Throughout the discussion, they emphasize that strong CEO board relationships are built on consistency, preparation, and open dialogue, enabling boards to support leadership, execution, and long-term value creation actively.Key Takeaways:CEOs maximize impact by using the board as a strategic partner through transparency, preparation, and consistent engagement.Trust with the board is built through realistic goal-setting, open discussion of challenges, and a disciplined, no-surprises approach.Keeping the strategic plan front and center aligns discussion, sharpens decisions, and connects strategy directly to execution.Strong board engagement happens outside the boardroom, where prewiring and one-on-one conversations reduce friction and improve outcomes.Chapters:00:00 – Introduction03:48 – Using the Board Strategically06:28 – Keeping Strategy Front and Center10:02 – Building Trust and Avoiding Surprises15:25 – Pre-Wiring Decisions and Board DynamicsListen to our podcasts at:https://www.shorecp.university/podcastsYou'll also find other Bigger. Stronger. Faster. episodes, alongside our Microcap Moments and Everyday Heroes series—highlighting the people and stories that make the microcap space unique.Other ways to connect:Blog: https://www.shorecp.university/blogShore University: https://www.shorecp.university/Shore Capital Partners: https://www.shorecp.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/shore-universityThis podcast is the property of Shore Capital Partners LLC. None of the content herein is investment advice, an offer of investment advisory services, or a recommendation or offer relating to any security. See the “Terms of Use” page on the Shore Capital website for other important information.

02/11/26: The Veterans Honor Flight of ND/MN is a 501c3 non-profit, 100% volunteer organization that takes Veterans to Washington, DC free of charge to visit the memorials built in their honor. LuAnn McDonald is a Board Member and joins Joel in the KFGO studio to talk about the importance of the Veterans Honor Flight, and share some fun stories from her flights. (Joel Heitkamp is a talk show host on the Mighty 790 KFGO in Fargo-Moorhead. His award-winning program, “News & Views,” can be heard weekdays from 8 – 11 a.m. Follow Joel on X/Twitter @JoelKFGO.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Maria Molland is former CEO and Board Member of Thinx, the feminine hygiene company, acquired by Kimberly Clark. She is an Executive in Residence at Frazier Healthcare Partners. Tune in to hear Maria's thoughts on: Her first days as CEO (01:15) Lessons from her 90-day plan as a new CEO (05:37) Making the case for HR investment early on (10:54) Where the board misallocated investment when scaling (16:35) A framework for deciding where to invest (20:09) The trade-offs of taking capital from a strategic partner (23:08) The benefits of having someone with the CEO's ear (28:54) What surprised Maria most on the path to exit (30:58)⚡The Lightning Round ⚡(34:18)Host: Oliver Cummings Producer: Will Felton Editor: Penelope Coumau Music: Kate Mac Audio: Nick Kold Email: podcast@nurole.com Web: https://www.nurole.com/nurole-podcast-enter-the-boardroom

Orthopedic surgery is in the middle of a quiet but powerful shift. Procedures that once required hospital admission are increasingly being performed in Ambulatory Surgery Centers (ASCs), and this change is transforming patient experience, physician autonomy, and the business of orthopedic care. In our latest podcast episode, Dr. Spector joins us to discuss why ASCs are becoming a dominant force in modern orthopedics. In this episode, we break down: Why more orthopedic procedures are moving out of hospitals. How ASCs are transforming patient experience, efficiency, and recovery. OrthoCarolina's bold strategy to double down on ASCs and physician-led care. The real financial differences between ASCs and hospitals for patients, insurers, and providers. Certificate of need, and the role it plays in ASCs. How ASCs and hospital partnerships work. A board-certified fellowship-trained Orthopedic spine surgeon, Dr. Spector has enjoyed a 17-year tenure with OrthoCarolina, holding multiple leadership positions, including Chief Executive Officer, Chief Quality Officer, member of the Executive Committee, chairman of the Quality/Value Committee, and co-fellowship director at the OrthoCarolina Spine Center. In 2020, Dr. Spector earned his MBA from Duke University Fuqua School of Business and was previously selected to participate in the American Orthopedic Association Leadership Program, conducted in collaboration with the University of Chicago Booth School of Business. Dr. Spector currently serves as a Board Member of the Lumbar Spine Research Society and previously held the position of President of the North Carolina Spine Society. Dr. Spector began serving as CEO of OrthoCarolina in 2024. Dr. Spector has continued to practice orthopedic surgery while active as the OrthoCarolina CEO.  

" It's never about Paul Nicolaou; it's about other people, because you want to appreciate and show your passion towards them and helping them achieve an end result." In this episode of The Inner Chief podcast, I speak to Paul Nicolaou, the Executive Director of Business Sydney on the 3Ps of building an insanely valuable network, daring to be different, and making people happy.

JUST Ice Tea was born from a refusal to let a company's purpose and impact disappear. JUST Ice Tea's roots trace back to Honest Tea, a pioneering brand built on the idea that beverages could be better for people and the planet. But when Honest Tea was ultimately discontinued after being sold, something incredible happened. The founders and long-standing partners across the supply chain came together with a shared resolve that fair trade and environmentally responsible tea would not end with Honest Tea. In just 90 days, their commitment brought the newly created JUST Ice Tea to consumers. And only two years later, JUST Ice Tea has surpassed the revenues of Honest Tea.We invited Seth Goldman, Co-Founder and CEO of JUST Ice Tea—as well as Board Member for Beyond Meat and PLNT Burger—to share the lessons, setbacks, and mindset that shaped his journey. Seth reflects on resilience in the face of loss, the power of long-term relationships, and why impact must be built directly into the product, supply chain, and culture of a company. He offers insights on stakeholder capitalism, the responsibility of boards and investors, and the importance of finding hope where it isn't obvious. His story is an invitation to believe that business can scale purpose, deliver justice, and create profit—one bottle at a time.Listen for insights on:Outperforming traditional growth strategies through resilience and valuesEmbedding impact directly into products, not just marketingThe power of stakeholder relationships in moments of change Resources + Links:Seth Goldman's LinkedInJUST Ice TeaMission in a BottlePurpose Pledge (00:00) - Welcome to Purpose 360 (01:07) - Seth Goldman, Just Ice Tea (02:28) - Seth's Backgrouna dn Commitment to Socially Responsible Business (05:36) - What's Changed About the Movement (07:51) - Frustrations (08:39) - Framework for Embedding Purpose (11:11) - No Downside (11:38) - Learning from Honest Tea (17:57) - Impact to Stakeholders (20:06) - Mission in a Bottle (22:53) - Recommendations for Boards (24:09) - Creating Alignment (24:40) - Purpose Pledge (26:10) - Rapid Fire Questions (27:46) - Last Words (28:24) - Wrap Up

Welcome to the next episode of The Blueprint Podcast.    In this episode, I'm going to take you behind the scenes for some exclusive access to our Board Level 2026 Strategy Day.   At Property Entrepreneur, we have a number of levels. We have the 3 Day Blueprint Retreat which takes place annually through the Spring and Summer; then above that we have the 12 month Property Entrepreneur Programme, above that we have the 12 month PE Advanced Programme, above that we have the Private Mastermind and at the top level, we have our PE Board Members, who I mentor personally.   In the Boardroom, in the same as every other programme, we do our Annual Strategy Day Presentations where we share with our fellow Board Members what our plans and aspirations are for the year ahead. We commit to our tangible targets of what we're going to achieve, and for the first time in a few years, I'm sharing with you the recording of me delivering my Strategy Day Presentation for 2026 so you can hear exactly what I've got planned!   If you're interested in doing this for yourself, make sure you go to www.theblueprintretreat.co.uk now and you can book yourself into one of our Annual 3 Day Retreats that run through Spring and Summer and you'll learn start to finish the Blueprint that I've used for over 20 years and have been teaching for over a decade.    This is my 2026 Strategy Day Presentation that I shared in the Boardroom in January this year.    Success and Failure are both very predictable.   We hope you enjoy....! Want to learn more?

Come enjoy a thoughtful brainstorming session studying Genesis 1-11 (creation, Adam and Eve, Noah, Babel) and the relevant parts of Moses in the Pearl of Great Price with a roundtable of Dialogue board members. The post Exploring Genesis: Gospel Study with Dialogue Board Members appeared first on Dialogue Journal.

Come enjoy a thoughtful brainstorming session studying Genesis 1-11 (creation, Adam and Eve, Noah, Babel) and the relevant parts of Moses in the Pearl of Great Price with a roundtable of Dialogue board members. The post Exploring Genesis: Gospel Study with Dialogue Board Members appeared first on Dialogue Journal.

Our show today is being sponsored by Free Float Analytics, the only platform measuring board power, connections, and performance for FREE.Story of the Week (DR):Epstein: The tech brosReid Hoffman (2,658 Files)Bill Gates (2,592 Files)Peter Thiel (2,281 Files)Elon Musk (1,116 Files)Kimbal too (100+ files)Larry Page (314 Files)Sergey Brin (294 Files)Mark Zuckerberg (282 Files)Jeff Bezos (196 Files)Eric Schmidt (193 Files)Epstein: the lack of US-based corporate fallout MMHead of firm founded by Mandelson to quit after Epstein releasesBenjamin Wegg-Prosser, the chief executive of the lobbying firm co-founded with Peter Mandelson, has announced his resignation after information in the Jeffrey Epstein files detailed apparent links between the company and the convicted sex offender.‘Ignore It.' How the Elite Consoled Jeffrey Epstein Over His Crimes.A Revolt Inside Paul Weiss Over the Epstein Files Took Down Brad KarpOn Wednesday, an exclusive group of 10 or so Paul Weiss partners met unbeknown to their longtime chairman, Brad Karp, to discuss whether he could continue to lead the law firm.The partners, who manage the firm and refer to themselves as the “Deciding Group,” were grappling with the release of new emails suggesting Karp had a more extensive relationship with Jeffrey Epstein than they realized, including in the months before the convicted sex offender's death. Karp led one of the country's biggest law firms for 18 years and had survived a maelstrom less than a year ago when he struck a first-of-its-kind settlement with President Trump on his firm's behalf. He wouldn't survive a second controversy as the firm's leader. World Economic Forum investigates its CEO over Epstein linksCEO Borge BrendeWasserman Group CEO issues public apology after being mentioned in Epstein filesCasey WassermanPeter Attia, longevity doctor named in Epstein files, no longer listed on advisory board on sleep tech company's websiteBut still at CBS: but Bari Weiss hates cancel cultureElon Musk announces SpaceX's acquisition of AI startup xAIRecord-Breaking $1.25 Trillion ValuationGoal: Orbital AI Data CentersConsolidation of the "Muskonomy"DisneyJosh D'Amaro (Incoming CEO): Currently the Chairman of Disney Experiences (Parks and Resorts), D'Amaro will officially become CEO on March 18, 2026, following the Annual Shareholder Meeting. He is a 28-year Disney veteran credited with driving the $36 billion revenue growth in the parks segment.Disney's next CEO often dresses like Bob Iger. Is it a good idea to copy your boss's style?Dana Walden (New President & CCO): In a historic move, Walden (formerly Co-Chair of Disney Entertainment) has been named President and Chief Creative Officer. Reporting directly to D'Amaro, she will oversee the creative direction of the entire company, ensuring brand consistency across all storytelling platforms.Same Old Disney: Woke Exec Elevated to Top Position as ‘Head Storyteller'Bob Iger (Senior Advisor): Iger will step down as CEO on March 18 but will remain as a Senior Advisor and Board Member until his formal retirement on December 31, 2026, to ensure an "orderly transition."PayBase SalaryTarget BonusAnnual EquityOne-Time AwardTotal Year 1Josh D'Amaro$2.5M$6.25M$26.25M$9.7M$44.7MDana Walden$3.75M$7.5M$15.75M$5.26M$32.26MGoodliest of the Week (MM/DR):DR: Judge rules Texas anti-ESG law is unconstitutionalMM: 38% of Companies' Emissions Trajectories Are Aligned with Global Climate Goals: MSCIAssholiest Triggeringiest of the Week (MM):Nike among the first targeted by EEOC for DEI activity DRThe charge: Specifically, on May 24, 2024, EEOC Commissioner (now Chair) Andrea R. Lucas issued Charge No. 551-2024-04996, alleging that Respondent NIKE may have violated Title VII “by engaging in a pattern or practice of disparate treatment against White employees, applicants, and training program participants in hiring, promotion, demotion, or separation decisions (including selection for layoffs); internship programs; and mentoring, leadership development, and other career development programs.”This is crazy to me: EEOC counsel signatory GWENDOLYN YOUNG REAMS - a black woman who signed off on this lawsuit was the subject of an entire article on the amazing power of Title VII for the civil rights movement in July of 2024. Reams has been at EEOC since 1972, and Biden made her acting general counsel.Trump took over, appointed Andrea Lucas as chair who DEMOTED Reams to Associate General Counsel to make room for Catherine Eschbach, a Federalist Society who has SIX YEARS EXPERIENCE AT A LAW FIRM who got her Bachelor's in 2010 and her law degree in 2015 (a whole 10 years experience!), but had this to say upon her appointment: “President Trump made clear in his executive order on eliminating DEI that EO 11246 had facilitated federal contractors adopting DEI practices out of step with the requirements of our Nation's civil rights laws and that, with the rescission of EO 11246, the President mandates federal contractors wind those practices down within 90 days. As director, I'm committed to carrying out President Trump's executive orders, which will restore a merit-based system to provide all workers with equal opportunity.”All the other lawyers signing were white, and I can only guess Reams had no choice but to sign unless she decided to do MLK dirty 60 years after seeing him in collegeBut literally, the EEOC discriminated against a black lawyer who was in charge to put white lawyers in charge to bring discrimination cases against companiesNOT TO MENTION, here is Nike's workforce composition in 2024:57% white, 50% male overall65% white, 55% males for management77% white, 62% male for leadershipThe EEOC workforce demographics as of 2022, when it was WOKEST:60% white, 56% maleNIKE IS WHITER THAN THE EEOC FROM MANAGEMENT UPBlackrock and every Wall Street bank that quit Net Zero AllianceRather than sticking it out and fighting, knowing that you were correct and legally able to invest however you wanted and associate with anyone you wanted, you all cowered when Texas passed the first law saying you “discriminate against” fossil fuels and generated an arbitrary “black list”Now, this: Texas anti-ESG law declared unconstitutional by US judgeIn a decision made public on Wednesday, U.S. District Judge Alan Albright said the law violated First Amendment free-speech protections because it punished businesses for speaking about fossil fuels and associating with organizations that oppose fossil fuels.First Amendment! The very first one! You didn't even have to read ALL the amendments to figure out which Stewardship whiningThe UK Investment Association stewardship working group, a group that included Aegon, BlackRock, Fidelity, M&G, Schroders, Artemis, CCLA, Legal and General, and Royal London Asset Management, put out a paper: Realigning Stewardship: Delivering sustainable value through StewardshipThe group wants you to know some things about stewardship, specifically:Stuff happening in the future is too far away for us to care now: “The need for realism over what stewardship can achieve – There are potential time horizon trade-offs between achieving real world outcomes on sustainability themes such as climate change and delivering financial returns to clients. These trade-offs need to be actively considered. Additionally, there are concerns that targeted sustainability goals may not always be realistic, and that government and other stakeholders may have developed unrealistic expectations of stewardship's capacity to deliver systemic change.”Translation: if we actually invested for climate and were stewards of climate in our portfolios given that climate change will totally fuck up everything we know and invest in, we'd have to give up on, like, AI and oil and stuff… we can't really do that because there's too much money and stonks and rockets and whatever, so we'll give up on climate, but just like, for NOW, later we'll fix it by asking nicelyDespite historically having voted 96% in favor of virtually EVERYTHING: “There is an undue focus on voting as a barometer of good stewardship, which does not reflect the role of all stewardship mechanisms.”Translation: we get no credit for talking about this for a decade and voting for everything - like, NONE. Stewardship teams are seen as cost centers, not alpha generation. But we should get credit for talking about stuff in the hopes that things change over a long period of time.We are poor: “There are different costs associated with the process of stewardship for both investors and companies, who have finite resources.”Translation: I mean, PLENTY of resources for CEO pay that outstrips inflation and massive AI investments to displace workers and stuff, but you know… poor.OMG, stop whining… the vote IS THE MECHANISM YOU'VE NEVER USED! Your owners WANT YOU TO and you vote with management at a higher rate than people in the US believe in the moon landing!Headliniest of the WeekDR: The meritocracy is officially a lie: Elon Musk's hiring advice: 'Don't look at the résumé — just believe your interaction'DR: It's official, we are right about everything: Disney's Bob Iger achieves an essential feat for outgoing CEOs: giving his successor a clean slateMM: Hillary Clinton wants testimony on Jeffrey Epstein in public: 'Let's stop the games'MM: My neighborhood is pushing back against sidewalk delivery robots. The fight's coming to your town nextPicture of the week from inside a Cracker Barrel, which is getting its mojo back:Who Won the Week?DR: The Epstein Bros (see Matt's winner)MM: White men (again) - I am already filing a lawsuit against that girl in high school who wouldn't make out with me for discriminating against white men with ugly glasses and long noses. It's racism of the highest order.PredictionsDR: The best we can hope for are shareholder derivative lawsuits against boards who failed to oversee the "reputational risk” of their Epstein tech bro directors and CEOs. MM: When I saw this: Elon Musk says it's hard to convince engineers with families to move to SpaceX's 'technology monastery' in Texas, it was clear: Elon Musk will re-reincorporate SpaceX in a really nice suburb somewhere near or around San Francisco in an effort to re-re-rehire talent (who may actually have families), after which a single white man who moved to Texas to join SpaceX will sue the company for discrimination against single white men who move to Texas, forcing Musk to re-re-reincorporate in Texas again.

Our guest this week is Christian Pache of Thousand Oaks, CA who is a seasoned financial service IT manager, Angelman Syndrome Foundation board member and father of two including one with Angelman Syndrome & Autism.Christian and his wife, Anna, have been married for 24 years and are the proud parents of twenty-year old twins: Chloe and Aidan, who has Angelman Syndrome and Autism.Born, raised and educated in Germany, Christian immigrated to the U.S. for work in NYC.  A number of years later he met Anna, married and they started their family.  Work opportuinteis took them across the country. Informed about Angelman Syndrome as the result of Aidan's diagnosis and with a deep passion for helping others and wanting to give back, the couple has been active within the Angelman Syndrome Foundation, where Christian now serves as a board member.  It's an uplifting story about family and service to others, all on this episode of the SFN Dad To Dad Podcast. Show LinksPhone – (917) 882-0562Email – cpache@gmail.comLinkedIn –  https://www.linkedin.com/in/christian-pache/Angelman Syndrome Foundation - https://angelman.org/  Foundation for Angelman Syndrome Therapeutics -  https://cureangelman.org/Special Fathers Network –SFN is a dad to dad mentoring program for fathers raising children with special needs. Many of the 800+ SFN Mentor Fathers, who are raising kids with special needs, have said: “I wish there was something like this when we first received our child's diagnosis. I felt so isolated.  There was no one within my family, at work, at church or within my friend group who understood or could relate to what I was going through.”SFN Mentor Fathers share their experiences with younger dads closer to the beginning of their journey raising a child with the same or similar special needs. The SFN Mentor Fathers do NOT offer legal or medical advice, that is what lawyers and doctors do. They simply share their experiences and how they have made the most of challenging situations.Check out the 21CD YouTube Channel with dozens of videos on topics relevant to dads raising children with special needs - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzDFCvQimWNEb158ll6Q4cA/videosPlease support the SFN. Click here to donate: https://21stcenturydads.org/donate/Special Fathers Network: https://21stcenturydads.org/  SFN Mastermind Group - https://21stcenturydads.org/sfn-mastermind-group/Special thanks to SFN Mentor Father, SFN Mastermind Group dad and 21CD board member Shane Madden for creating the SFN jingle on the front and back end of the podcast..

All Home Care Matters and our host, Lance A. Slatton were honored to host and celebrate the retirement of Dr. James Vickers.   About Dr. James Vickers:   Distinguished Professor Dr. Vickers has an extensive track record in interventional cohort studies, cognition, neurogenetics, health services research and neuroscience research, and has published over 200 refereed articles. Distinguished Prof Vickers has held several national leadership roles, such as President of the Australasian Neuroscience Society (ANS, 2014–2016) and Chair of the Scientific Panel of the Alzheimer's Australia Dementia Research Foundation (2014-2016).   He was awarded a Doctor of Science from University of Tasmania in 2005 in recognition of his contribution to neuroscience research. He is a Board Member of the Dementia Australia Research Foundation and a member of the Dementia Expert Reference Group for the Australian Government Department of Health, Disability and Ageing.    Dr. James Vickers officially announced his retirement as Director of the Wicking Dementia Research & Education Centre at the University of Tasmania (UTAS) at the end of December 2025.   The distinguished panel that joined in celebrating Dr. Vickers career and contributions to field of dementia included:   Bettina Morrow - Associate Director Adult Protective Services   Dr. Jane Alty - Professor of Neurology at University of Tasmania Staff Specialist in Neurology at Royal Hobart Hospital   Henry Brodaty - Scientia Professor Co-Director, Centre for Healthy Brain Ageing UNSW   Agnieszka Chudecka - PICAC Alliance Secretariat Lead (Partners in Culturally Appropriate Care)   Tim England - Podcaster and Dementia Care Expert/Educator who De-mystifies and De-stigmatises Dementia.   Amy Sender - Dementia Consultant at Montefiore   Graeme Samuel AC - Professor. Chair Dementia Australia Research Foundation   Joanna Sun - Lecturer   Kate Lawler - Associate Professor, Physiotherapy La Trobe University, Australia   Dr. Kathleen Doherty - Senior Lecturer in Dementia at the Wicking Dementia Research and education Centre and program lead for Equip and DREAM- two federally funded projects aiming to improve the knowledge and understanding of the aged care workforce   Matt Kirkcaldie - Senior lecturer at University of Tasmania   Sarah-Kaye Page - Trainer and Assessor, The Gordon TAFE   Tanya Buchanan - Professor and CEO of Dementia Australia   With a special video from Alzheimer's Disease International.

This week, Jeff grills Andy and the other two recently departed USPSA board members, Jim Boone and Ben Berry. Get your "Try Hard" T-shirt!  Subscribe on Patreon to get an extra episode every week! Listen on YouTube! Andy on Instagram - andy.e.605 Jeff on Instagram - jeff_the_monster_king MW Aktiv Wear - mw_aktiv_wear Not Another Shooting Show on Reddit

In this episode of The Kula Ring, Jeff White and Carman Pirie sit down with Cody Warner, Commercial Vice President and Board Member at Deep Trekker, to explore how the company evolved its go-to-market strategy as both the market and its customers matured. Cody shares Deep Trekker's journey from hustling at trade shows with water tanks and on-the-floor sales to building highly targeted micro events focused on real-world demonstrations, training, and education. The conversation dives into digital thought leadership, customer-led case studies, community building, and why experiential marketing can outperform traditional trade shows, especially in complex B2B, B2G, and defense markets.

What does it really take to transform the way Los Angeles moves—and who gets to design the future of our city's transit? In this episode of The Future Of Work podcast, host Salvatrice Cummo sits down with Ali Mir, Senior Vice President and West Regional Planning Lead (WSP) and a leader in regional planning, to uncover the stories and strategies behind LA's public transit evolution.  From his own transformative experience as a student riding every mode on the LA Metro—and realizing just how diverse and essential ridership is—to incorporating solution-based innovation related to  equity, accessibility, and community-driven design, Ali Mir brings a personal and expert perspective to the future of mobility. Together, they explore how major projects like the LAX Airport Metro Connector are redefining connectivity for a global city, why goods movement through Southern California's ports is a national concern, and what it will take for students and emerging talent to see themselves in careers shaping our infrastructure. Whether you're a student, policymaker, or transit enthusiast, this episode invites you to imagine—and help build—a more inclusive, resilient future of work and mobility. You'll learn: Why LA's transit system is more vibrant and essential than many realize, serving a diverse cross-section of Angelenos How community insight and engagement are central to designing effective and equitable transportation solutions What the Airport Metro Connector means for LA's role as a global city and the future of "multi-pronged" mobility projects How workforce development and talent pipelines from local communities drive transit and infrastructure sustainability Why strategic partnerships between community colleges, private employers, and public agencies are vital to bridging the gap between education and careers in infrastructure How one-to-one mentorship and industry outreach can transform student confidence and build the next generation of transportation leaders About the Guest: Ali Mir is a Senior Vice President with WSP in the U.S.  WSP is one of the world's leading professional services firms, uniting its engineering, advisory and science-based expertise to help shape communities. WSP operates in more than 50 countries and employs approximately 73,000 professionals. WSP in the U.S.'s team of 19,000 professionals pioneer solutions and deliver innovative projects across the transportation, infrastructure, environment, building, energy, water, mining and metals sectors. Ali leads the West Regional Planning Practice for WSP, which includes over 120 land use, transit/transportation and environmental planners across eight states and the Pacific Territories.  He has more than 20 years of professional experience managing and directing transit, transportation, land use and real estate development projects from feasibility to final design. He has overseen projects for a variety of transit and transportation clients throughout California and the Pacific Northwest. Ali serves as a Board Member for Los Angeles Area Chamber of Commerce, an Advisory Board Member for Mobility 21, a Southern California Transportation Advocacy organization, and as an Advisory Board Member of the METRANS Transportation Consortium. Engage with us: LinkedIn, Instagram & Facebook: @PasadenaCityCollegeEWD Join our newsletter for more on this topic: ewdpulse.com Visit: PCC EWD website More from Ali Mir & WSP USA: Visit: https://www.wsp.com/en-us LinkedIn: @alimirenvsp & @WSPUSA Facebook: @WSPUSA Instagram: @WSPUSA X: @WSPUSA Partner with us! Contact our host, Salvatrice Cummo, directly: scummo@pasadena.edu Want to be a guest on the show? Click HERE to inquire about booking  Find the transcript of this episode here Please rate us and leave us your thoughts and comments on Apple Podcasts; we'd love to hear from you!  

Host: Annik Sobing Guests: Elisabeth Sherrell, Alicia Bryant, Kelsey Moraski Published: February 2026 Length: ~30 minutes Presented by: Global Training Center Partnership with ICPA  ICPA Compliance Corazón: Community, Careers, and a Fiesta of Global Trade In this special Simply Trade Roundup, Annik sits down with ICPA's new executive director, Elisabeth Sherrell, and board members Alicia Bryant and Kelsey Moraski to talk about what makes ICPA such a unique home for trade compliance professionals—and what to expect at the 2026 ICPA Annual Conference, “Compliance Corazón: Fiesta of Global Trade,” in San Antonio. From career-defining connections to real-world problem solving over breakfast, this episode shines a light on the people, purpose, and heart behind ICPA.​ What You'll Learn in This Episode Who's who at ICPA now Meet new executive director Elisabeth Sherrell and board members Alicia Bryant (Edgewell Personal Care) and Kelsey Moraski (global trade, supply chain, and risk). Why each of them joined the ICPA board and how they see the mission evolving.​ Why ICPA matters for your career How attending ICPA conferences helped Alicia earn her customs broker license and expand her role into broker auditing, FTAs, and classification. Why Kelsey calls ICPA one of the few places where people truly understand the real risk and gray areas compliance professionals live in every day.​ Inside the 2026 ICPA Annual Conference – San Antonio Dates: March 1–4, 2026 at the Grand Hyatt San Antonio on the River Walk. Theme: “Compliance Corazón – Fiesta of Global Trade” with a strong focus on community, culture, and practical problem solving. Content highlights: deep dives on Canada (including CARM and current China‑related developments), regional customs updates (e.g., Latin America sessions led by experts like Brenda Cordova), technology and AI in trade compliance, and navigating today's “most exciting and challenging” era for trade.​ Registration is still open, but the hotel is smaller and spots are filling fast, with many attendees registering in the last 45 days. Virtual attendance remains an option for those who cannot travel.​ Culture, community, and the “Voices of Compliance” How ICPA grew from an idea shared by Elisabeth's mom and co‑founder Linda into a global community where people show up for each other—professionally and personally. Plans to honor Elisabeth's mother in San Antonio with a memorial moment and a new Voices of Compliance performance: a rewritten “Deep in the Heart of Texas” celebrating tariffs and trade (yes, with audience clapping).​ Stories of members supporting each other through life events and why “compliance with heart” isn't just a tagline.​ Problem solving in person Why the real magic of ICPA happens in the hallways and at breakfast tables: people bring real problems, not just citations, and work through them together. Kelsey's Alex Honnold analogy: compliance pros as the climbers who truly understand the risk, and ICPA as the rare room where everyone “speaks the same language.”​ Building the next generation of trade professionals How ICPA is actively bringing students and early‑career professionals into the fold, including full conference scholarships (like for student Jake Boggs, who left with multiple job offers). Elisabeth's 20‑year vision: seeing “trade compliance professional” standing alongside firefighter and nurse on career day—and why she wants to introduce more young people to this path.​ Hot topics Alicia and Kelsey are watching at ICPA Technology and AI: why you can't just “slap tech” on broken processes—garbage in, garbage out—and how companies are really rolling out tools in compliance. Volatility and gray areas: how different companies are interpreting risk, handling USMCA changes, and navigating fast‑moving geopolitical shifts, especially in Canada and beyond.​ ICPA Conference Details 2026 ICPA Annual Conference – Compliance Corazón: Fiesta of Global Trade Dates: March 1–4, 2026 Location: Grand Hyatt San Antonio, River Walk Format: In‑person with virtual option Focus: Practical sessions, regional experts, technology, risk, and a strong emphasis on networking, mentorship, and community.​ ICPA Europe Conference Location: Dresden Germany, April 8-10, Hilton ​ Credits Host: Annik Sobing Guests: Elisabeth Sherrell, Alicia Bryant, Kelsey Moraski Producer: Lalo Solorzano Subscribe & Follow New Roundup episodes every week. Presented by: Global Training Center — providing education, consulting, workshops, and compliance resources for trade professionals.

KSN attorney Paul Ochmanek discusses board member best practices when working with real estate agents including document requests, legal requirements, and more. Since 1983, KSN has been a legal resource for condominium, homeowner, and townhome associations. Additionally, we represent clients in real estate transactions, collections, landlord/tenant issues, and property tax appeals. We represent thousands of clients and community associations throughout the US with offices in several states including Florida, Illinois, Indiana, and Wisconsin. Legal questions? Visit www.ksnlaw.com.

Hiring a capital campaign consultant can quietly shape the success of your entire campaign, long before a single dollar is raised.In this episode of All About Capital Campaigns, hosts Amy Eisenstein and Andrea Kihlstedt walk through how nonprofit leaders can involve their boards, educate their teams, and choose a capital campaign consultant with clarity and confidence. Amy and Andrea share why the consultant selection process itself creates valuable learning for board members and staff, even before any hiring decision is made. They explain how a thoughtful process builds alignment, surfaces assumptions, and helps organizations understand what experienced capital campaign support actually looks like.Listeners hear why starting with conversations matters more than paperwork, and how early calls with consultants reveal far more than a standardized proposal ever could. Amy and Andrea outline how to form an effective consultant selection committee, who should serve, how large it should be, and how to set expectations so the work stays focused and productive. They also explain how involving skeptical board members at the right moment can strengthen buy in rather than stall progress.The conversation addresses one of the most common missteps nonprofits make when hiring a consultant: relying on an RFP to drive the decision. Amy and Andrea explain how RFPs often lead organizations to define services they do not yet understand, while strong consultants respond best to real conversations about goals, readiness, leadership dynamics, and fundraising history. Listeners learn what to listen for during early calls, including curiosity, responsiveness, and the kinds of questions consultants ask when they truly understand campaigns.This episode also tackles persistent myths about local consultants and donor lists. Amy and Andrea clarify why ethical capital campaign consulting never involves bringing outside donors into an organization, and why experience across many campaigns matters more than proximity. They discuss how national firms bring broader perspective, tested approaches, and exposure to a wide range of campaign environments, while still respecting local context and relationships.As the episode continues, Amy and Andrea explain how to narrow a consultant list, gather proposals that actually reflect strategic thinking, and evaluate models of support. They compare hands on implementation approaches with advisory and coaching models, helping listeners identify which style best fits their organization, staff capacity, and campaign goals. The discussion also highlights why staff leadership matters in the final decision, since staff will work most closely with the consultant throughout the campaign.This episode offers practical guidance for nonprofit executives, development leaders, and board chairs who want to approach consultant selection with intention rather than pressure or assumptions. By the end, listeners gain a clearer understanding of how to use the hiring process as a learning opportunity, how to avoid common traps, and how to choose a consultant who truly strengthens their campaign from start to finish.For more board engagement tips, be sure to download our free Board Member's Guide to Capital Campaign Fundraising. It answers the questions board members most frequently ask, or wish they could ask.