Podcast appearances and mentions of brian connors

In this episode, MRA President Steve Clark and VP Kerry Miller sit down with industry experts Brian Connors - renowned professor and consultant—and Patrick Renna, CFO of Proof of the Pudding, to introduce the new MRA Restaurant Leadership Institute launching this fall. Designed to give independents access to the same leadership development resources as multi-unit and chain operations, the Institute is a game-changer. Hear how investing in team development can drive performance, retention, and long-term success—and why now is the time to get ahead.

This Psalm, set to the tune Rathlin Island by Brian Connors, is written from the farthest oceans and the ends of earth and seeks a reminder of hope out of a place of despair. Wondering if God will listen when facing a difficult situation, and remembering God as Creator of the mountains and silencer of storms, the Psalmist takes strength in God's great salvation and redemption of even the greatest sorrows.You can find lyrics, scores/books, mp3s, CDs for You're the Hope on the Celtic Psalms webpage (www.celticpsalms.com)Listen to Kiran and Celtic Psalms on TEDxAs you probably now know, the journal is available in paperback format on Amazon!Here's the link to the paperback journal (available globally), and if you would be so kind as to leave a review on the Amazon platform in your region, that will help other readers find it! Thank you in advance!For the time being, paid subscribers to Bless My Feet (Kiran's spirituality newsletter) or Psalms for the Spirit still receive the free journal ebook (180 pages) with further questions for reflection and some invitations to prayer and practice. You will receive a weekly email with a downloadable mp3 of the song and journal pages, and occasional invitations to Zoom check-ins with others sharing this Psalms journey.Psalms for the Spirit is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit psalmsforthespirit.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode, you will hear from Brian Connors, the Founding Faculty Director of the Bacardi Center of Excellence at Florida International University. The Bacardi Center of Excellence is an educational partnership focused on teaching beverage management, fine spirits, industry innovation, sustainability, service excellence and entrepreneurship. Brian shares his experience earning his culinary degree from Johnson & Wales University, becoming a Certified Sommelier, working on a private yacht, why he was drawn to education, how the partnership between Bacardi and FIU came to be, FIU's incredible AI bartender Cecilia, what he's excited about for the upcoming years, and more. There are so many golden nuggets of wisdom throughout this conversation with Brian, enjoy! RealTime Reservation Offer This episode is brought to you by our podcast partners at RealTime Reservation. Their inventory management system is best in class for hotels and resorts to manage their non-room inventory. The web-based application allows for creative upselling of overnight and daytime visitors with add-ons and pre-planned packages. Hotel guests and non-guests can reserve cabanas, pool chairs, activities, amenities, excursions, events, day passes, and much more. To learn more check them out here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Master trainer Brian Connors wears multiple hats and has multiple roles, and has a reputation for his contributions in the hospitality and beverage industries. He is the Bacardi Center of Excellence Faculty Director and Senior Director for Global Food & Beverage Innovation at Florida International University's Chaplin School of Hospitality and Tourism Management. He is also a strategic consultant, educator and principal for Connors Davis Hospitality. In a recent Training Unleashed Podcast, host Evan Hackel chatted with Brian about the highly innovative approaches Brian has developed for the changing world of hospitality and beverage training, including how training has changed since the Covid-19 pandemic and how training and branding combine, and there was mention of an AI robot... listen to the episode to hear the entire episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, KP brings on a fellow city-goer, except his city is in the next time-zone over. Brian Connors joins the podcast to reveal how he moved to Chicago and shares some of his many experiences living there. Brian's Twitter: https://twitter.com/btoastconnors (@btoastconnors) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kpandthecity/ (@kpandthecity) Twitter: https://twitter.com/_katepearcee (@_katepearcee) Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@_katepear?_d=secCgYIASAHKAESMgowoQTeKYWIJuFaYm%2BFxZiBhfLQn9Sn%2F7U3Q9x6jT%2BB5gi4Hmm%2Be4L%2FN6E3YFIfopi7GgA%3Dandchecksum=c3bae944d38eef8260c72c819575d1246303afaa41350f407678f05514c72923andlanguage=enandsec_uid=MS4wLjABAAAA94Fpk2l7HwEqj1xtYuOoTczb9jDfGuBhXilv713_bXdpYAIfz8L3rdroJNrQt1_Fandsec_user_id=MS4wLjABAAAA94Fpk2l7HwEqj1xtYuOoTczb9jDfGuBhXilv713_bXdpYAIfz8L3rdroJNrQt1_Fandshare_app_id=1233andshare_author_id=6694660283736638469andshare_link_id=05948DB4-52FE-45EF-AE0B-0B94DAE664F4andtt_from=copyandu_code=d6b56cd7k6b9ikanduser_id=6694660283736638469andutm_campaign=client_shareandutm_medium=iosandutm_source=copyandsource=h5_mand_r=1 (@_katepear)

Discover How International Business Development Drives Local Job Creation from “Due East” Asian Regions, including China and Taiwan!Join Brian Connors, Partner, Due East Advisors, who works with companies from Mainland China and Taiwan, as he has a conversation with our host Ed Clemente about the critical role they play in the expanding world of foreign direct investment. Learn about their team of bilingual experts and about how the MEDC works to attract international businesses to Michigan. Learn how this Harvard-educated entrepreneur with boots on the ground in Beijing learned how to build relationships through the small businesses he owned and operated there. You can also read the transcript from our conversation.

I've known Mary and Brian since 2008 and they are absolutely amazing people! Their take and outlook on leadership is interesting, educational, motivational, and humbling. I am thrilled they agreed to be my guests on the show, as we break down a live leadership case study of an organization both Brian and I worked for. There is a lot to learn here in this special content episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast. Happy listening!

Zach speaks with Brian Connors, Director of the Bacardi Center of Excellence at Florida International University about the school's latest venture, Bar Project 2021, which attempts to give FIU students the tools and training to explore the future of bars, restaurants, and the drinks industry more broadly. Please send any suggestions or requests for future Conversations to podcast@vinepair.com. Thanks for listening, and be well. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this week's episode, we take a look behind the lens of Award winning food and beverage photographer Libby Volgyes. Libby shares her stories on the state of the industry, what separates a good from great picture, her fave local dining spots, and offers some great tips for those who want to improve their food and beverage photo game! Edutainment at its finest!Check out BacardiTeach Website for more information. https://bacarditeach.fiu.edu/ New episodes upload every Friday at noon.Time Stamps: 1 minute 30 seconds - Bacardi Program Updates 5 minutes 40 seconds- Introducing guest Libby Volgyes32 minutes 21 seconds-What restaurant's do you want to visit first? Produced by Yulitza Sosa Co-Produced By Cristina Moguel Illustrated by Yulitza Sosa Links to Learn More:Libby Volgyeswww.libbyvision.comBacardi Center of Excellence:https://bacarditeach.fiu.eduFollow Us on:@BacardiCenterofExcellencehttps://www.instagram.com/bacardicenterofexcellence/https://facebook.com/2barstoolsandaknife/Nathan Dodge - https://www.instagram.com/professor_ndodge/Brian Connors - https://www.instagram.com/bpconnors/John Noble Masi - https://www.instagram.com/johnnoblemasi/Support the show (http://Hospitality.fiu.edu)

Special guest this week Chef Allen Susser. Check out Chef Allen's instagram page https://www.instagram.com/chefallensusser/ . New episodes upload every Friday at noon.Produced by Yulitza Sosa Co-Produced By Cristina Moguel Illustrated by Yulitza Sosa Episode Description:Super excited about this weeks guest speaker; James Beard award winning chef, restaurateur, author, TV personality, original member of the mango gang, alumnus of FIU Chaplin School of Hospitality and Tourism management, raconteur and tout le reste... Chef Allen Susser! Time Stamps: 55 seconds - Bacardi Teach Updates 5 mins 36 seconds - Introducing Chef Allen Susser 17 mins 25 seconds - Chef Allen Susser speaks about his new book 26 mins 33 seconds - Origination of the Mango Gang 44 mins 30 seconds - Closings Links to Learn More: https://linktr.ee/chefallensusserhttps://www.amazon.com/Green-Fig-Lionfish-Sustainable-Caribbean/dp/1642501646Here is how to contact us:Brian Connors - https://www.instagram.com/bpconnors/ bonnors@fiu.eduNathan Dodge - https://www.instagram.com/professor_ndodge/ ndodge@fiu.eduJohn Masi - https://www.instagram.com/johnnoblemasi/ jmasi@fiu.eduFIU Hospitality - https://www.instagram.com/fiuhospitality/ hospitality.fiu.edu email - hospitality@fiu.eduBacardi COE - https://www.instagram.com/bacardicenterofexcellence/ bacardi.fiu.eduSupport the show (http://Hospitality.fiu.edu)

Professors Nathan Dodge & Brian Connors with Chef John Noble MasiSpecial guest this week @WineEnthusiast 2019 #40u40 Tastemaker, 2020 @Tales_of_the_Cocktail Spirited Award Nominee, Author, Miami Cocktails Gabriel Urrutia . Check out Gabe's Instagram page https://www.instagram.com/looksmelltaste . New episodes upload every Friday at noon.Produced by Yulitza Sosa Co-Produced By Cristina Moguel Illustrated by Yulitza Sosa Episode Description: On today’s episode we are joined by industry expert and FIU Alumni Gabriel Urrutia! Learn more about his bold start in the industry and his thoughts on the industry reopening as we face the COVID-19 changes and transitions. Time Stamps: 2 minutes 15 seconds– Program Update3 minutes 27 seconds – Dodge Guest Speakers5 minutes 20 seconds – Masi thoughts on Finals8 minutes- Gabriel Urrutia Introduction42 minutes: ClosingsLinks to Learn More: https://www.amazon.com/Miami-Cocktails-Elegant-Collection-Inspired/dp/1604338261https://www.amazon.com/Drink-Like-Local-Miami-Insiders/dp/1646430123Support the show (http://Hospitality.fiu.edu)

Professors Nathan Dodge & Brian Connors with Chef John Noble MasiSpecial guest this week @mixologyice Carlos Leal. Check out Carols' Instagram page https://www.instagram.com/mixologyice/ . New episodes upload every Friday at noon.Produced by Yulitza Sosa Co-Produced By Cristina Moguel Illustrated by Yulitza Sosa Episode Description:In this episode we dive in deep on the topics of ice and produce with Carlos Leal from Mixology Ice and Rico Farms. Learn more about how this company is impacting our community and industry throughout these time while gaining a bit of knowledge on the diversity of ice and it’s quality. Also get the answer to the question you never knew you needed...Martini’s shaken or stirred? That and more on this episode of 2 Barstools and a Knife.Time Stamps:00 57 seconds – What’s new? 5 mins 50 seconds- What’s cooking?8 mins 30 seconds- Bacardi Program Update 12 mins 22 seconds- Interview with Carlos Leal (Mixology Ice Portion)25 mins 32 seconds – Interview with Carlos Leal (Rico Farms Portion) 36 mins 50 seconds – Closing Interview 39 mins 30 seconds – Question & Answers 51 mins 33 seconds – Follow Us & Find Us Links to Learn More: https://www.mixologyice.comhttp://ricofarms.com/products/ Support the show (http://Hospitality.fiu.edu)

Professors Nathan Dodge & Brian Connors with Chef John Noble MasiThis is the start of something special. Lets talk about the industry, what is going on now and in the future. Exciting stuff! New episodes upload every Friday at noon.Produced by Yulitza Sosa Co-Produced By Cristina Moguel Illustrated by Yulitza Sosa Episode Description: In this episode Professor Connors dives into why we like what we like, giving us all more of a perspective on why sometimes our taste can totally be different from your family and friends. Listen in to hear Dodge diving into the life of Hemmingway more specifically his “might have been favorite cocktails” and the anniversary celebration that almost had a not so happy ending. Finish off with learning a bit more about mixing alcohol within your recipes and how it can affect your dish. All that and more!Time Stamps: 57 seconds – “What’s New?” 7 mins 13 seconds – Update on Bacardi Program 9 mins 10 seconds – “Why you like what you like?”20 mins – Nathans Anniversary Celebration 22 mins 16 seconds – Pairing/French 75 Cocktail 28 mins 45 seconds – Alcohol Flavor Enhancer 39 minutes – Ending/Social Media Support the show (http://Hospitality.fiu.edu)

Professors Nathan Dodge & Brian Connors with Chef John Noble MasiThis is the start of something special. Lets talk about the industry, what is going on now and in the future. Exciting stuff! New episodes upload every Friday at noon.Produced by Yulitza Sosa Co-Produced By Cristina Moguel Illustrated by Yulitza Sosa Time Stamps: 2 mins 15 sec- Background on Professor Brian Connors4 mins 36 sec- Background Chef John Masi Background6 mins 30 sec- Background Professor Nathan Dodge8 mins 54 sec- Bacardi Program Details20 mins 20 sec- Activities during Quarantine 26 mins 49 sec- Questions & Answers37 mins- Closing Statements Support the show (http://Hospitality.fiu.edu)

Two Fit Crazies and a Microphone Podcast Episode 151 - Brian Connors - Ultra-Endurance Athlete/ 15 IRONMAN Completions in 15 Days/ Triple Crown of 200 Mile Races “It’s not just about the race...how you finish is almost meaningless…” “I’m so grateful to be born in this country...and lucky that I even get to do this!” - Brian Connors In Episode 151, the Two Fit Crazies welcome an honorary “Fit Crazie” to the show from San Diego, California by the name of Brian Connors. Brian, a college buddy of Christine’s husband at the University of Maryland, was told, “you have to talk with my friend, Brian Connors, he is crazy like you!” CRAZY is certainly an understatement as Brian shares his racing experiences from his first triathlon to completing 15 IRONMAN races in 15 days. Get ready to be captivated by Brian’s attempt to take on the Triple Crown of trail running that encompassed two, 200-mile races and finished with a 240-mile race around Lake Tahoe. If you are an endurance athlete or a race is on your bucket list, Brian’s adventures will surely fuel your desire to “get out there…. see the sunrise...the sunsets...it’s indescribable.” In addition to racing, Brian discusses how he serves as a captain for The Blind Stokers, an organization that provides cycling for the blind and loves the support of his wife! Listen up as Brian dishes out what’s next on his racing agenda; you will not want to miss it! -The Two Fit Crazies www.twofitcrazies.com More Links: www.decamanusa.com www.usatriathlon.com www.bigfoot200.com www.blindstokers.com Facebook: Brian Connors

Brian Connors had been in GM roles for a range on multinational medical device companies across Australia and Asia for three decades, which exposed him to a wide range of products. But in between roles an opportunity popped up, a door opened and being open to new products Brian decided to start a side business with a unique product that prevents Swimmers Ear and ear pain caused by water being trapped in the ear canal. In his midlife this side business has given him a new lease of life, greater energy and a sense of excitement about the future. Anyone who starts a new venture can realise similar benefits but it takes time and effort but, if you find the right opportunity then it can be a great way to help make the future more financially rewarding, secure and interesting.  For listeners looking to do doing something new in their midlife or beyond, Brian has some simple tips 1) be prepared to put in the time. If not don’t do it. 2) SEEK out people for advice and help. Ask! It is amazing how people are willing to give their advice over a cup of coffee –there’s a generous spirit of support out there if you ask. People want to see individuals giving it a go succeed! 3) Try new things, learn and improve or move on. No action will suffocate you as business trends swiftly move around and by you if you are not careful. To find out more about Brian and his product range go to his website swimseal.com.au and look for the special offer Brian has for you and type in the code: TODD30   

Lenovo's VP of Strategic technology and Future Platforms talks about what next in AI, HPC, and the data-driven business. Dan Costa - Host Weston Almond - Producer/Director Kirsten Cluthe - Producer Pete Haas - Social Media Manager Paul Maljak - Stills Photographer Jamie Lendino - Original Music In PCMag's Fast Forward video series, editor-in-chief Dan Costa talks to industry leaders about ground-breaking technology that will shape our future. Check out some of Dan's previous interviews here: https://goo.gl/rLPrCk PCMag.com is your ultimate destination for tech reviews and news. Subscribe to our videos here: https://goo.gl/JfBShr Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PCMag Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/PCMag Gawk at our photos on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pcmagofficial Get our latest tips and tricks on Pinterest: http://www.pinterest.com/pcmag

Brian Connors, the VP of Global Product Development and Lab Services at IBM, stops by to talk about the launch of the company’s new M5 line of towers, racks and NeXtScale systems based on the Intel® Xeon® processor E5 v3. The systems have been designed for increased security (Trusted Platform Assurance and Enterprise Data Protection), efficiency and reliability and offer dramatic performance improvements over previous generations. For more information, visit www.ibm.com.

7-Time Emmy Award winning actor, and Political Activist, Ed Asner just completed starring in the short film Good Men opposite Mark Rydell (On Golden Pond) directed by Brian Connors. . Ed also just completed narrating the documentary Shattered Hopes, the true story on The Amittyville Horror murders. He also most recently portrayed Henry Winkler's father, Ted Roth in multiple episodes of the USA Network primetime series Royal Pains. Ed is also currently touring the country in the one man show FDR which he has been starring in over a year and half. Ed just completed the Indie feature Should've Been Romeo with Paul Ben Victor and Carol Kane.  Perhaps best known for his comedic and dramatic crossover as the gruff but soft-hearted journalist Lou Grant, the role he originated on the landmark TV news room comedy The Mary Tyler Moore Show and continued in the newspaper-set drama Lou Grant, which earned him five Emmys and three Golden Globe Awards. One of the most honored actors in the history of television; Edward Asner has been the recipient of seven Emmy Awards and 16 nominations, as well as five Golden Globe Awards and served as National President of the Screen Actors Guild for two terms. He was inducted into the TV Academy Hall of Fame in 1996. Asner received the Ralph Morgan Award from the Screen Actors Guild in 2000, presented periodically for distinguished service to the Guild's Hollywood membership. In March 2002, he was again honored by The Guild as the 38th recipient of the prestigious Life Achievement Award for career achievement and humanitarian accomplishment, presented annually to an actor who fosters the highest ideals of the profession.  

Brian Connors teaches on the Book of Acts