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Pumped Storage Hydropower as a Climate SolutionPumped storage hydropower, also known as water batteries, are often used as a means to store excess renewable energy. For example, solar and wind may generate more energy than is needed during certain times of the day and less than what is needed at other times.  As a result, water batteries are extremely useful as a way to store and release energy during peak demand periods or when renewable sources are unavailable (i.e, when the sun is down). This form of energy storage is used in many places across the country, and across the world, including Tennessee, Kentucky, and San Diego. Current and Future Use of Pumped Storage HydropowerIn San Diego County, a proposed pumped storage hydropower project would connect a lake to large underground pipes which will “connect this lake to a new reservoir… 1100 feet higher in elevation” so that “when the sun is high in the sky, California's abundant solar power will pump water into that upper reservoir.” When the sun is down, the water would be released to the lower lake, generating around ”500 megawatts of electricity for up to eight hours” which is “enough to power 130,000 typical homes.”At Tennessee's Raccoon Mountain, TVA stores the excess energy as gravitational potential energy and produces about “1700 megawatts of electricity” when in demand during the day. It takes extremely long for these projects to get approved because the investment is “more than 2 billion dollars for a large plant”.  The project consists of three components: a lower reservoir “bounded by a 62 meter high dam” and “replenished as need to make up for evaporation;” an underground powerhouse which is “a 137-meter-long cavern” housing “three pump turbines;” and an upper reservoir which “would be some 600 meters across and bounded by a 53 meter high dam.”All currently operating pumped storage hydropower projects in the U.S. are “open-loop” facilities, meaning the lower reservoir is a natural water source such as a lake or river. This is the case with the San Diego and Racoon Mountain projects. In contrast, “closed-loop” pumped storage is built offstream and operates independently of natural waterways. For example, at a proposed pumped storage facility in Kentucky, an old coal mine is being repurposed to be used as a water battery. This land has “hosted mining for at least 70 years” and this “project would deliver up to 287 megawatts of power for up to 8 hours, giving it more storage in the tank than the biggest lithium battery plants built thus far”. Closed-loop pumped storage is generally viewed more favorably than open-loop systems by many environmental groups, tribes, and modern hydropower developers because it avoids continuous interaction with natural waterways and can reduce impacts on fish and river ecosystems.Benefits of Water BatteriesWater batteries are incredibly useful for long-duration energy storage and can help balance fluctuations in renewable energy sources like solar and wind by providing power during peak demand periods. For instance, in San Diego, “the San Vincente project would store roughly as much electricity as batteries in 50,000 of Tesla's long range Model 3 cars” and does not need materials like cobalt and lithium which are not only hard to find but create a lot of e-waste (and side effects with mining). Moreover, these projects fuel the economy and can create an abundance of construction jobs.Challenges of ImplementationPumped hydropower requires a lot of land, and flooding impacts habitat, and in some cases areas protected by indigenous tribes. The land and local ecosystem impacts can be very substantial. Moreover, water batteries require significant elevation difference between reservoirs to be effective so there are often geographic limitations to deployment. It can be extremely challenging to find places to build water batteries because they require specific topography as well as impacting the surrounding landscape. On top of this, these “facilities are expensive to build and take years to develop”. However, once they are in full structural integrity, they “store energy for far longer than lithium-ion batteries… and they last for many decades with minimal deterioration.”Erik Steimle emphasizes that pumped hydropower/water batteries are a great way to generate energy in a more sustainable manner, however, he acknowledges that there are some downfalls of it. For example, pumped hydropower/water batteries must undergo extensive regulatory practices involving federal agencies that other types of energy storage and renewables do not, posing a barrier to widespread accessibility. Another benefit is the durability of this equipment, which can be useful for hundreds of years.About our guestErik Steimle is the Chief Development Officer of Rye Development (tapped by DOE for the Kentucky project) and he is on the board of directors of the National Hydropower Association. Moreover, he has over twenty years of management experience in developing large-infrastructure renewable energy projects (especially in regards to hydropower). ResourcesNPR: ‘Water batteries' could store solar and wind power for when it's neededCanary Media: This Kentucky Coal mine could transform into pumped-hydro grid storageScience: How giant ‘water batteries' could make green power reliable | Science | AAASStanford University: UnCommon DialogueFor a transcript, please visit: https://climatebreak.org/water-batteries-with-erik-steimle/. 

JOIN THE NICHE COMMUNITY → Mark your calendar for Rep Rundown - Happening Oct. 29th & 30th! If you've ever walked into a room full of successful peers and thought, “What am I even doing here?”, this episode is for you! Kerry Dyer,  Chief Development Officer at Brownell Travel, has built a career leading, mentoring, and inspiring advisors to grow thriving businesses with confidence. After delivering a powerful presentation on imposter syndrome at Virtuoso Travel Week, Jennifer and Robin knew it was essential to bring that conversation to the podcast. In this episode, Kerry unpacks what imposter syndrome really looks like, the most common triggers advisors face, and how to reframe self-doubt before it takes over. From perfectionism and comparison traps to boundaries and self-belief, she shares strategies you can start using today. You'll walk away with tools to build confidence, celebrate your wins, and finally feel comfortable owning your expertise, because you do belong in the room! About Kerry Dyer: What began as a “happy accident” turned into a 30-year career in luxury travel. After earning a BFA in Art History, she joined Maritz Travel, where her passion for sales quickly emerged. She went on to spend 14 years with Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts, ultimately serving as Director of Leisure Sales for the Americas, followed by a successful tenure as Director of Sales and Marketing at Mandarin Oriental, Atlanta. Now, as Chief Development Officer at Brownell, she leads Marketing, Partners, and Advisor Development, bringing her deep industry expertise and leadership full circle. brownelltravel.com/hosting/team/kerry-dyer Today we will cover: (03:35) Meet Kerry Dyer; her early lessons in confidence (11:15) What is imposter syndrome, really? (15:55) How lack of formal credentials, comparison, and entrepreneurship amplify self-doubt in the travel industry (23:50) The 5 types of imposter syndrome; identifying your patterns and reframing them (31:45) Progress over perfection; why letting go of control can change everything (40:35) How community and collaboration silence self-doubt faster than working alone (44:15) Setting boundaries and showing up intentionally for your clients and family VISIT THE TEMPLATE SHOP EXPLORE THE PROGRAMS FOLLOW ALONG ON INSTAGRAM @TiqueHQ Thanks to Our Tique Talks Sponsors: Moxie & Fourth - Register Now for Route To Results Cozy Earth - Use code COZYTIQUE for 20% off

Today's guest is Dave Berke, a retired U.S. Marine Corps officer, fighter pilot, ground combat leader, and now a leadership instructor with Echelon Front.As an F/A-18 pilot, Dave deployed twice from the USS John C. Stennis in support of combat operations in Iraq and Afghanistan before joining the ranks of TOPGUN, where he was dual-qualified in both the F/A-18 and F-16, serving as the Training Officer—the senior pilot responsible for the conduct of the TOPGUN course.He later served on the ground in Ramadi, Iraq in 2006 as an ANGLICO Forward Air Controller with the Army's 1st Armored Division, supporting SEAL Task Unit Bruiser. Dave was the first operational pilot to fly and be qualified in the F-35B Lightning II, commanding the Marines' first F-35 squadron. He also holds a master's degree in International Public Policy and Business Administration from Johns Hopkins University.Now, as Chief Development Officer and leadership instructor with Echelon Front, Dave draws from decades of combat and aviation experience to teach principles of leadership, discipline, and teamwork to organizations around the world.In this episode, Jack talks with Dave about growing up under the flight path of El Toro Marine Base, early influences that led him to Marine aviation, and the journey from the cockpit to the streets of Ramadi. They discuss the power of teamwork under fire, the lessons learned at TOPGUN, and what true leadership looks like—whether in the sky, on the battlefield, or in business.His book, THE NEED TO LEAD: A TOPGUN INSTRUCTOR'S LESSONS ON HOW LEADERSHIP SOLVES EVERY CHALLENGE, is available now.FOLLOW DAVEInstagram:  @davidrberkeX: Dave BerkeFacebook: David BerkeWebsite: daveberke.com FOLLOW JACKInstagram: @JackCarrUSA X:  @JackCarrUSAFacebook:  @JackCarr YouTube:  @JackCarrUSASPONSORSCRY HAVOC – A Tom Reece Thriller https://www.officialjackcarr.com/books/cry-havoc/Bravo Company Manufacturing - https://bravocompanyusa.com/ and on Instagram @BravoCompanyUSATHE SIGs of Jack Carr:Visit https://www.sigsauer.com/ and on Instagram @sigsauerinc Jack Carr Gear: Explore the gear here https://jackcarr.co/gear 

What does it take to build a world-class development team from scratch inside a company that already operates over 4.5 GW of solar and storage projects? Catherine sat down with Shanelle Montana, Chief Development Officer at Arevon, on SunCast's PowerUp Live stage presented by Wärtsilä at RE+ in Vegas, to talk about:• Her path from Washington D.C. to leading utility-scale solar and storage development — including roles at Lightsource bp, EDF Renewables, and BayWa r.e.• How Arevon's operator-first DNA shapes its development strategy• Navigating policy shifts and market uncertainty with patience and “patient capital”• Building and retaining strong teams in a competitive market• Why advancing diversity across teams leads to better business outcomesShanelle shared thoughtful, grounded insights on how to lead through change — and why patience, flexibility, and relationships are key to lasting impact in the energy transition.If you're a clean energy employer and need help scaling your workforce efficiently with top tier staff, contact Catherine McLean, CEO & Founder of Dylan Green, directly on LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3odzxQr. If you're looking for your next role in clean energy, take a look at our industry-leading clients' latest job openings: bit.ly/dg_jobs. 

Dave Berke is a retired US Marine Corps Officer, TOPGUN Instructor, and now a leadership instructor and speaker with Echelon Front, where he serves as Chief Development Officer. As a F/A-18 pilot, he deployed twice from the USS John C Stennis in support of combat operations in Iraq and Afghanistan. He spent three years as an Instructor Pilot at TOPGUN where he served as the Training Officer, the senior staff pilot responsible for the conduct of the TOPGUN course. The Need to Lead: https://echelonfront.com/leadership-books/the-need-to-lead/   Today's Sponsors: Black Rifle Coffee: https://www.blackriflecoffee.com LMNT: https://www.drinklmnt.com/clearedhot  

Jill Vorndran In this episode, Dr. Rob Harter sits down with Jill Vorndran, Chief Development Officer at Covenant House International, to explore a transformative approach to fundraising. Jill shares her unique perspective of using fundraising not just as a revenue tool but as a powerful bridge-builder—connecting generations, perspectives, and communities around a shared mission. With more than 20 years of development experience, Jill offers practical strategies and insightful leadership lessons that nonprofit professionals can apply right away. As we head into the critical fourth quarter of the year, Jill and Rob dive into the essential components of successful year-end giving campaigns, how to retain top fundraising talent, and how to ensure every supporter has a positive, seamless giving experience. Whether you're a seasoned development officer or just starting your nonprofit journey, this episode is packed with actionable advice and real-world examples to elevate your fundraising game. Key Topics Include: How fundraising can serve as a unifying force across diverse donor groups Strategies for supporting CEOs in fundraising through targeted preparation and stewardship Tips for donor retention and building long-term relationships through meaningful engagement Building a culture of celebration to retain and motivate development staff Maximizing year-end giving through monthly gifts, personalized donor calendars, and donor-friendly tech The importance of hiring smart and building a pipeline of younger fundraisers for long-term success How to use donor data to drive accountability and refine fundraising strategy Mentioned in This Episode: Jill Vorndran on LinkedIn Learn more about Covenant House: covenanthouse.org This Episode is Sponsored By: DonorBox: Helping you, help others with the best donation forms in the business. Links to Resources: Interested in Leadership and Life Coaching? Visit Rob's website: RobHarter.com Find us on YouTube: Nonprofit Leadership Podcast YouTube Channel Suggestions for the show? Email us at nonprofitleadershippodcast@gmail.com Request a sample coaching session: Email Rob at rob@robharter.com Subscribe and ShareListen and subscribe to the Nonprofit Leadership Podcast on iTunes, Spotify, or Amazon. Don't forget to like, subscribe, and share with other nonprofit leaders!

Go to www.LearningLeader.com for full show notes The Learning Leader Show with Ryan Hawk This is brought to you by Insight Global. If you need to hire one person, hire a team of people, or transform your business through Talent or Technical Services, Insight Global's team of 30,000 people around the world has the hustle and grit to deliver. www.InsightGlobal.com/LearningLeader My guest: Dave Berke is a retired US Marine Corps Officer, TOPGUN Instructor, and now a leadership instructor and speaker with Echelon Front, where he serves as Chief Development Officer. As a F/A-18 pilot, he deployed twice from the USS John C Stennis in support of combat operations in Iraq and Afghanistan. He spent three years as an Instructor Pilot at TOPGUN where he served as the Training Officer, the senior staff pilot responsible for the conduct of the TOPGUN course. Notes: July 2001: Plans Don't Survive Contact - Dave's Top Gun graduation exercise as flight lead. Wingman yells, "Showtime one-one break right!" - an F-5 snuck into formation. Dave was staring at the radar instead of looking out, had to fall out of formation, and ended up at the back instead of leading from the front. Mission successful, but nothing like he planned. Dave: "The outcome was still really good... except it was nothing like I thought it was going to be." Lesson: You're planning for the success of the outcome, not how you're going to do it. The most important attribute in a leader is humility. To be effective, you must be able to listen, learn, be flexible, and admit you're wrong sometimes. One of the biggest issues they deal with when working with leaders is ego and/or the inability to be humble. As leaders, we need to be self-aware enough to realize when our ego is getting the best of us. And surrounding ourselves with people who will help us know when that is happening as well. Be Fluid with Plans, Deliberate with Outcomes - Be really fluid and loose with plans, but deliberate about aligning the team on outcomes. Dave grew up as a control freak, OCD planner. Dave: "In life, it's just not how life works... If you can align on the mission and outcome, and you are very open-minded that there are a lot of different ways to get there, you're far more likely to be successful." The military saying, "The enemy gets a vote." Ryan's quarterback coach after an interception: "He's on scholarship too, you know?" Process: How You Create It Matters Most - Process is important, but how you create it matters most. If you agree on the outcome, the conversation should be less about agreement, more about "When you talk about step one, what are you thinking? How does this lead to step two?" The process has to be organic. When you create it, you're more likely to maneuver around challenges. Book Dedication: Chris and Kat - Book dedicated to Corporal Chris Leon and his mother, Kat. Chris was a radio operator on Dave's 13-man Anglo team. June 20, 2006, Chris was killed by an enemy sniper in Iraq - first Anglican Marine killed there. Dave's son is Matthew Leon Burke - took Chris's last name. Chris's mom Kat is Aunt Kat to Dave's family. Dave: "I always say I really deep down wish I didn't know Kat, because that would've meant Chris came home and life just went on. But that's not what happened." Chris taught bravery. Kat taught strength. Top Gun Reality: It's About the Team - 1986 Top Gun most impactful movie on Dave's life at 14. But the movie depicts a lone wolf. Marine Corps teaches: Your contribution to the team matters most. A really good pilot who's self-centered will do more damage than a slightly less capable pilot who's a real team player. Dave: "If there's ever a team sport, it's going into combat... It's not about you. It's about the team." Trust: Action, Not Description - Echelon codifies relationships: Trust, respect, listening, influence. Trust is the cornerstone. Dave: "If you don't trust me, I could be good at so many things. If there is a trust gap, there's going to be a problem in the relationship and team." Trust is action you take.  Ego: The Universal Challenge - When Echelon works with companies, challenges are almost always connected to ego. Dave: "Our egos tend to wreak havoc at each level of organization." From birth, the ego drives us down the wrong path. When debating plans, ego says, "You're right, he's wrong." Building good leadership is managing egos. Dave: "Humility is the most important attribute in a leader. All the attributes, humility is number one, and we don't waffle on that." Humility Enables Everything Else - Dave worked with the biggest, toughest SEALs. Attribute most critical to success: humility. Ability to listen, learn, be flexible, change, admit you're wrong, and go with someone else's plan. It even affects fitness. Humility touches everything. Doesn't diminish other attributes, but allows you to strengthen them.  Teaching Humility: Subordinate Your Ego - You can't tell someone with a big ego to be humble. Dave: "The biggest challenge with someone else's ego is not their ego. It's your ego's response to it." Most counterintuitive thing: If you clash with Ryan, Dave has to subordinate his ego to Ryan's. Lower your ego: "Hey Ryan, I've been pushing back hard, I realize I'm not listening." Natural reaction: Ryan's ego starts to drop. Over time, collaborate more. You connect success to the ability to control the ego. Dave: "Humility is the measurement of how much control you have over your ego." What you give is usually what you get. It's reciprocal. Care About Team More Than Yourself - When your people see you working hard to clear paths or block an egomaniac boss, they'll run through walls for you. Outcome of a good relationship: You care about the team, the team cares about you. That selfless act shows you care about them more than yourself. Dave: "That's how you show that you care about them more than yourself, and that's what a leader's job is, to care about the team more than you care about yourself. That's parenting, that's marriage." Extreme Ownership - Book Extreme Ownership changed Dave's understanding. When you take ownership, take ownership of everything. Caveat: Not things you literally don't control. But you have ownership over everything, even just how you react. After Chris was killed, Dave said, "That's war, nothing we can do." Problem: When he embraced it wasn't his responsibility, it meant he didn't have as much to change. Should have asked: "What is everything we can do to make sure this doesn't happen again?" The tendency is to undershoot ownership. Try to take it to the extreme. If you can take ownership of everything you can control, you get more influence over the outcome. Detachment: A Superpower - Dave: "Detachment is a superpower" - (1) almost nobody can do it, and (2) if you can, it's massively influential. Detachment is being in control of emotions. When overwhelmed with priorities and pressures, you tend to get emotional. When you react emotionally, you make bad decisions. Learn the skill of detaching - not to be devoid of emotion (we're human), but don't let emotions dictate. Get Away from Problems to See What's Causing It - When a problem occurs at work, you tend to focus on it, go into it. It seems good but is often wrong. You should get away from it, detach. Getting away lets you look around and see what's really causing it. Military example: The enemy is shooting at you; the tendency is to focus on that. Usually bad because they're hoping you do - then they send a flanking maneuver. If you detach, step back, you'll see the flanking maneuver coming. Be able to see the future - that's the superpower.  Know Your Red Flags - Intervene Early - You have to understand where you are escalating your emotions. Know your personal red flags. Most people don't go zero to 100. Long day, flight delayed, bad meeting - little things tick up, so zero is actually 4 or 5, which means dirty dishes put you to 7. When Dave gets frustrated, traps tighten up. Some people's nose turns red. If you're at level 8 and someone says, "calm down," it makes it worse. But if at level 1 or 2 and you intervene, you're in control. What an adult does: "I'm an emotional guy, but I have awareness of where I am. If I'm a 4, I gotta intervene then." If at level 10, detaching is not gonna happen. That's the difference between kids and adults. Dave: "You are much more likely to have a hard time controlling your emotions, ironically, with people you care about the most." Quotes: "You're planning for the success of the outcome, not how you're going to go about doing that, because things get in the way."  "Humility is the most important attribute in a leader. All the attributes. Humility is number one, and we don't waffle on that."  "The biggest challenge with someone else's ego is not their ego. It's your ego's response to it."  "Detachment is a superpower."  "You are much more likely to have a hard time controlling your emotions, ironically, with people you care about the most." 01:16 Introducing Dave Burke 02:21 Dave Burke's Top Gun Experience 05:23 Lessons Learned from Military to Everyday Life 07:56 The Importance of Flexibility in Leadership 13:07 The Need to Lead: Dedication and Personal Stories 16:58 The Realities of Teamwork in Combat and Business 21:03 Building Trust and Relationships in Teams 26:04 The Role of Humility in Effective Leadership 31:03 Understanding Ego and Humility 31:50 Subordinating Your Ego 33:38 Challenges of Teaching Humility 34:07 Personal Experiences with Ego 39:20 The Power of Ownership 42:57 Detachment as a Superpower 52:58 Advice for Young Leaders 57:26 Conclusion and Key Takeaways  

In this Franchise Friday edition of Unemployable with Jeff Dudan, Jeff sits down with Tommy Ryan, Chief Development Officer at HomeFront Brands, to unpack the real truths behind franchising — from mindset and timing to community and leadership. Tommy has helped thousands of franchise owners build lasting success. He's seen what works, what fails, and what separates great franchisees from the rest. In this episode, you'll hear: ✅ Why timing and mindset are everything when joining a franchise ✅ What makes a great franchise candidate (and what disqualifies one) ✅ The #1 mistake new franchisees make — and how to avoid it ✅ Why community and purpose matter more than ever in business ✅ What makes a great franchisor vs. a good one ✅ Trends shaping the next 3–5 years in franchising ✅ The single question to ask yourself before you take the leap If you've ever thought about becoming unemployable by choice — this conversation is for you. A FREE COPY OF JEFF'S Book Discernment Check Out what we are doing at Homefront Brands: HomeFrontBrands.com 00:00 Welcome to Unemployable with Jeff Dudan 00:30 Meet Tommy Ryan — Chief Development Officer at HomeFront Brands 01:15 How Tommy got started in franchising with his dad 03:00 Lessons from 12 franchise brands 05:15 Why franchising is like Hotel California 06:40 The power of helping others realize their dreams 08:00 Why people are getting into franchising today 10:00 The loss of community — and why franchising fills the gap 12:30 What makes an ideal franchise candidate 14:00 Mindset: running to something vs. away from something 15:30 Following the process — a key to success 17:00 Common misconceptions about franchising 18:00 The vast world beyond restaurants and hotels 19:20 The “aha moments” franchise candidates experience 21:30 Accountability and the business owner mindset 23:00 The intangibles: grit, heart, and humility 24:45 How HomeFront vets for fit 27:00 What makes a great franchisor vs. a good one 29:00 Intentionality and long-term thinking in franchise development 31:00 What people overlook when choosing a brand 33:00 The value of network strength and great neighbors 35:00 The #1 mistake new franchisees make (and how to avoid it) 37:45 The “recipe” for success — and why you must follow it 39:15 What makes HomeFront Brands different 41:00 Tommy's favorite franchise success stories 43:30 Why franchise pros never really leave the industry 45:00 Trends for the next 3–5 years in franchising 47:30 The shift toward need-based, property-service franchises 49:45 The rise of home equity and why that benefits service brands 51:00 Final question: The one thing to ask before buying a franchise 53:00 The “Drunk Uncle Larry” effect at Thanksgiving 55:00 Jeff's football metaphor for commitment 57:00 “You only fail if you quit early.” 58:00 Closing thoughts + book link #Unemployable #JeffDudan #TommyRyan #Franchising #Entrepreneurship #HomeFrontBrands #FranchiseDevelopment #BusinessOwnership #Leadership #CareerChange #FranchiseSuccess #Mindset #BusinessGrowth #Freedom #FinancialFreedom Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this Franchise Friday edition of Unemployable with Jeff Dudan, Jeff sits down with Tommy Ryan, Chief Development Officer at HomeFront Brands, to unpack the real truths behind franchising — from mindset and timing to community and leadership. Tommy has helped thousands of franchise owners build lasting success. He's seen what works, what fails, and what separates great franchisees from the rest. In this episode, you'll hear: ✅ Why timing and mindset are everything when joining a franchise ✅ What makes a great franchise candidate (and what disqualifies one) ✅ The #1 mistake new franchisees make — and how to avoid it ✅ Why community and purpose matter more than ever in business ✅ What makes a great franchisor vs. a good one ✅ Trends shaping the next 3–5 years in franchising ✅ The single question to ask yourself before you take the leap If you've ever thought about becoming unemployable by choice — this conversation is for you. A FREE COPY OF JEFF'S Book Discernment Check Out what we are doing at Homefront Brands: HomeFrontBrands.com 00:00 Welcome to Unemployable with Jeff Dudan 00:30 Meet Tommy Ryan — Chief Development Officer at HomeFront Brands 01:15 How Tommy got started in franchising with his dad 03:00 Lessons from 12 franchise brands 05:15 Why franchising is like Hotel California 06:40 The power of helping others realize their dreams 08:00 Why people are getting into franchising today 10:00 The loss of community — and why franchising fills the gap 12:30 What makes an ideal franchise candidate 14:00 Mindset: running to something vs. away from something 15:30 Following the process — a key to success 17:00 Common misconceptions about franchising 18:00 The vast world beyond restaurants and hotels 19:20 The “aha moments” franchise candidates experience 21:30 Accountability and the business owner mindset 23:00 The intangibles: grit, heart, and humility 24:45 How HomeFront vets for fit 27:00 What makes a great franchisor vs. a good one 29:00 Intentionality and long-term thinking in franchise development 31:00 What people overlook when choosing a brand 33:00 The value of network strength and great neighbors 35:00 The #1 mistake new franchisees make (and how to avoid it) 37:45 The “recipe” for success — and why you must follow it 39:15 What makes HomeFront Brands different 41:00 Tommy's favorite franchise success stories 43:30 Why franchise pros never really leave the industry 45:00 Trends for the next 3–5 years in franchising 47:30 The shift toward need-based, property-service franchises 49:45 The rise of home equity and why that benefits service brands 51:00 Final question: The one thing to ask before buying a franchise 53:00 The “Drunk Uncle Larry” effect at Thanksgiving 55:00 Jeff's football metaphor for commitment 57:00 “You only fail if you quit early.” 58:00 Closing thoughts + book link #Unemployable #JeffDudan #TommyRyan #Franchising #Entrepreneurship #HomeFrontBrands #FranchiseDevelopment #BusinessOwnership #Leadership #CareerChange #FranchiseSuccess #Mindset #BusinessGrowth #Freedom #FinancialFreedom Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Safaniya Stevenson sits down with Daniel Freeman, Chief Development Officer at Gaston Community College, to unpack how a “curiosity-first” approach reshaped alumni engagement. Tapping into years of fundraising experience and his knack for building authentic relationships, Dan shares how he turned passive alumni into active supporters using low-cost, high-impact development tactics. If you're in enrollment marketing or advancement and you're wondering how to spark alumni giving at a two-year institution, this is your must-listen guide.Guest Name: Dan Freeman, Chief Development Officer, Gaston CollegeGuest Social: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dantheeddman/Guest Bio: After earning his degree in sociology from UNC Charlotte, Daniel Freeman Ed.D entered the collegiate athletics industry to explore his passion for sports, coaching, marketing, and external relationships. His journey continued with an MS in Exercise Science/Sport Management and a Doctorate in Education/Global Sport Leadership, two more stops in athletics fundraising, and then settled into the realm of academic fundraising, where he currently resides. His work in higher education fundraising is focused on individual giving, campaign fundraising, and development leadership & strategy.Due to the multiple roles Dr. Freeman has held, he considers himself a fundraising generalist with multiple specialties. Those roles have allowed him to experience all elements of a successful advancement department. Dr. Freeman is a school record holder in the javelin at UNC Charlotte where he competed on the track and field team. He is a cook, a DIY'er, and a nationally known track and field throws coach. - - - -Connect With Our Host:Safaniya Stevensonhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/safaniyastevenson/ About The Enrollify Podcast Network:Talking Tactics is a part of the Enrollify Podcast Network. If you like this podcast, chances are you'll like other Enrollify shows too! Enrollify is made possible by Element451 — The AI Workforce Platform for Higher Ed. Learn more at element451.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Juliann Edwards is Chief Development Officer at The Nuclear Company. The United States has 93 operating nuclear reactors providing about 20% of the nation's electricity. After decades without new builds, Vogtle Units 3 and 4 in Georgia finally came online—despite cost overruns and delays that nearly derailed the project. Meanwhile, China has dozens of reactors under construction and is on pace to surpass the U.S. as the world's nuclear leader by 2030.At the same time, an energy-demand gap—driven by AI data centers, reshoring of manufacturing, and widespread electrification—has put nuclear back in the conversation. Hyperscalers like Microsoft, Google, Amazon, and Meta are scrambling for clean, reliable baseload power.The Nuclear Company believes it can crack what's held nuclear back in America. Rather than inventing new reactor designs, they're using proven models like the AP1000 and targeting “the other 88%” of costs—construction, financing, and project management. Their approach is fleet-scale deployment: building multiple reactors at once to drive down costs through repetition and shared learning. They're also partnering with Palantir to build an AI-powered operating system to orchestrate these projects.Beyond her role at The Nuclear Company, Juliann chairs U.S. Women in Nuclear. With 15 years in the industry—from steel commodities to the 2000s nuclear renaissance and the decommissioning wave—she's seen the cycles and why today's interest feels different.MCJ is a multiple-time investor in The Nuclear Company through our venture funds.Episode recorded on Aug 7, 2025 (Published on Oct 7, 2025)In this episode, we cover: [2:57] Juliann's background and path to nuclear[05:30] Women in Nuclear's mission and growth[06:38] Lessons from a six‑state nuclear bus tour[08:22] NIMBY sentiment shifting toward nuclear acceptance[10:25] U.S. build history and why it stalled[18:06] What went wrong and right at Vogtle[24:05] Nuclear reactor ~12% of cost; 88% is everything else[25:42] Workforce gaps and training pipelines[26:40] An overview of nuclear project types[32:59] Timelines: restarts soon; new builds in years[34:42] TNC's executive makeup[37:40] The role of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission[40:35] Palantir and TNC's newly announced partnership[48:35] Solving the nuclear waste problem[50:30] Juliann's predictions for the future of nuclear[53:10] Hyperscalers' evolving nuclear appetite Enjoyed this episode? Please leave us a review! Share feedback or suggest future topics and guests at info@mcj.vc.Connect with MCJ:Cody Simms on LinkedInVisit mcj.vcSubscribe to the MCJ Newsletter*Editing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant

What does it really take to grow a hotel brand across continents? SMACK is back with an episode packed with insider insights from Elie Milky, Chief Development Officer of Radisson Hotel Group for the Middle East, North East Africa, Cyprus, and Greece. In preparation for the upcoming Future Hospitality Summit, he joined Fritz in Dubai to unpack how Radisson Hotel Group develops brands that last, navigates lifestyle hotels, and explores the booming world of branded residences. In this episode: • How Radisson Hotel Group sniffs out concepts that actually stick as brands • Lifestyle hotels: why being “cool” beats collecting stars • Branded residences: hype, bling, and whether buyers actually get their money's worth • Europe vs Middle East: markets, madness, and money moves If you thought hotel development was boring… think again. Enjoy the show!

In this episode, we spoke with Sean Hehir, CEO, and Jonathan Tapson, Chief Development Officer, of BrainChip about neuromorphic computing for edge AI. We covered why event-based processing and sparsity let devices skip 99% of useless sensor data, why joules per inference is a more honest metric than TOPS, how PPA (power, performance, area) guides on-device design, and what it will take to run a compact billion-parameter LLM entirely on device. We also discussed practical use cases like seizure-prediction eyewear, drones for beach safety, and efficiency upgrades in vehicles, plus BrainChip's adoption path via MetaTF and its IP-licensing business model. Key insights: • Neuromorphic efficiency. Event-based compute minimizes data transfer and optimizes for joules per inference, enabling low-power, real-time applications in medical, defense, industrial IoT, and automotive. • LLMs at the edge. Compact silicon and state-based designs are pushing billion-parameter models onto devices, achieving useful performance at much lower power. • Adoption is designed to be straightforward. Models built in standard frameworks can be mapped to BrainChip's Akida platform using MetaTF, with PPA guiding silicon optimization and early evaluation possible through simulation and dev kits. • Compelling use cases. Examples include seizure-prediction smart glasses aiming for all-day battery life in a tiny form factor and drones scanning beaches for distressed swimmers. Most current engagements are pure on-edge, with hybrid edge-plus-cloud possible when appropriate. IoT ONE database: https://www.iotone.com/case-studies The Industrial IoT Spotlight podcast is produced by Asia Growth Partners (AGP): https://asiagrowthpartners.com/

09/28/25 - Tim Butler - Chief Development Officer - East Texas Food Bank

Justin Murff is one of those guys I turn to when I want to sort out what is going on in the world. He has been, or is currently, an Anglican priest, a media executive, and advocate for religious freedom, a former Southern Baptist pastor, and a whole lot more. His innovative work has reshaped how faith communities engage unreached or poorly reached people groups in the digital age.   Currently, He is the Canon for Global Affairs to the General Secretary of GAFCON, the global fellowship of confessing Anglicans, which is a network of conservative Anglican provinces from around the world. He is also Canon for the Middle East and North Africa for ACNA, the Anglican Church in North America. On point for our conversation today, Justin also leads the Digital Church Network, helping to create opportunities for people in restricted nations to connect with the body of Christ. In past lives he has been the Chief Development Officer for the Parental Rights Foundation, and official envoy to the Vatican for the Christian Broadcasting Network (CBN). His passion for bridging cultural divides led him to serve as Executive Director of the MENA Collective, a digital initiative that empowered over 150 ministries across the Middle East, North Africa, and Pakistan. I had this conversation with Justin via zoom. He was at his home in Greenville, South Carolina. The producer for today's program is Jeff McIntosh. Until next time, may God bless you.  

The Colombus Community Center and the NextWork Autism Academy are dedicated to promoting inclusion, independence, and well-being for the Wasatch Community. On October 11th, they are inviting adults on the autism spectrum, parents, allies, professionals, employers and the wider community to AUTCON, an unconventional convention for adults with autism held at the Utah Cultural Celebration Center. In this episode, FM100.3 Host Rebecca Cressman is joined by Monica Owens, Chief Development Officer of the Columbus Community Center, who details what tailored experiences will be offered at AUTCON and ways it will celebrate the autistic culture. For free regsitration, use the code "FM100Free" at ColumbusServes.org.

Chris Petlak of The Morning Mix chats with Elle Ullum, the Chief Development Officer of the Chicago Furniture Bank about their new event - The Great Chicago Bed Race happening on Sunday, September 28th at Midwest Coast Brewing! This will be the first annual fundraising event for the Chicago Furniture Bank, where teams race modified twin bed frames on a short track to raise money and awareness for furnishing homes for people transitioning out of homelessness.For more information or to register, click HERE.Listen to The Morning Mix weekdays from 5:30am - 10:00am on 101.9fm The Mix in Chicago or with the free Mix App available in the Apple App Store and Google Play.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ryan Rao is Chief Development Officer at VIO Med Spa, an expanding chain in the medical aesthetics industry. Rao discusses the company's nationwide growth, the factors driving consumer demand for med spa services, and VIO's unique approach to site selection and real estate. He explains how VIO Med Spa differentiates itself through its retail-focused locations, spa-like environment, and comprehensive service offerings, including injectables, skin rejuvenation, and wellness treatments. Rao also covers the importance of franchisee selection, the impact of private equity investment from Freeman Spogli, and the company's strategies for building brand consistency and operational excellence across its growing network.  James Cook is the Director of Retail Research in the Americas for JLL.  Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Spotify  Listen: WhereWeBuy.show  Email: jamesd.cook@jll.com  YouTube: http://everythingweknow.show/ Read more retail research here:  http://www.us.jll.com/retail Theme music is Run in the Night by The Good Lawdz, under Creative Commons license.  

This week, on Everybody Needs a Nudge, Dan & Keith sit down with Steve “Sleepy” Brandt: Dan's cousin, lifelong athlete, and now an entrepreneur on a mission to make communities more insurable.Steve opens up about his journey from a hockey-loving kid in Hanover to failing out of college, then returning to UMass Boston and graduating decades later, eventually going from dropout to keynote speaker. Along the way, he built a career in corporate sales, met his wife Natalie, raised two sons, and most recently pivoted to a career as Chief Development Officer and Founding Board Member of InnSure.We also dive into:The wild sayings kids use today (ever heard “6, 7”?)Lessons from survival mode & entrepreneurshipWhy it's important to strive for the standard regardless of the situation…plus some classic dad jokes

Join Carl as he explores the fascinating world of hotel investment with Elie Milky, Chief Development Officer at Radisson Hotel Group.They unpack the strategic side of hotel development across Dubai and the UAE, diving into how Radisson partners with investors, builds long-term strategies, and navigates both the challenges and opportunities in the hospitality investment space.Carl uncovers why Radisson Hotel Group doesn't actually own any of their hotels and why there's still plenty of room in Dubai for them to double their portfolio!If you're an investor looking to diversify your portfolio, or simply curious about how hotel investment really works, this episode is for you!00:00 Introduction and Overview00:11 Summer Travels and Experiences00:49 Iceland Adventures02:37 Team Retreat in Iceland04:10 Role at Radisson Blue04:29 Development Activities and Strategies06:30 Focus on Key Markets08:50 Growth Opportunities in Saudi Arabia11:53 Expansion in Egypt and Greece13:24 Hotel Performance Metrics16:44 Management Models and Partnerships19:54 Branding and Market Trends23:04 Deal Processes and Networking25:11 Discussing Business Opportunities in the UAE Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Elle Ullum, Chief Development Officer of the Chicago Furniture Bank, joins John Landecker to discuss the inaugural Great Chicago Bed Race. Taking place Sunday, Sept. 28 at Midwest Coast Brewing, teams of five (four pushers and one rider) will transform bed frames into racers with plenty of prizes on the line. For more information, visit […]

Podcast Show Notes: Pankaj Patel – Redefining Networking and Security in the Age of AI Guest: Pankaj Patel, Founder and CEO of Nile | Former EVP and Chief Development Officer at Cisco | Partner at JC2 Ventures | Senior Advisor at March Capital Episode Overview In this episode, we sit down with Pankaj Patel, one of the most influential leaders in enterprise technology. As the former engineering head of Cisco's $38 billion portfolio with a $6 billion R&D budget, and now the founder and CEO of Nile, Pankaj brings unparalleled insight into the future of networking, AI, and enterprise security. Pankaj shares lessons from building and leading global engineering organizations, the principles he applied to acquisitions and innovation at scale, and why he believes simplicity and security must define the next era of enterprise technology. We also explore how Nile is disrupting the status quo, delivering secure and simple networking as a service, and why Pankaj considers this company the fulfillment of an “unfulfilled mission” in his career. Whether you're a technology executive, founder, or investor, this conversation offers invaluable perspective on how to navigate complexity, embrace AI, and prepare for the enterprise networks of the future. What You'll Learn in This Episode Leadership at scale: What it was like managing 29,000 engineers and a $6 billion R&D budget at Cisco. Acquisition strategy: How Pankaj evaluated companies for acquisition and integration. The AI reality check: Why many legacy companies are calling themselves AI-first, and whether the claims hold up. Simplicity in enterprise tech: Why products have historically been built around complexity, and why simplifying networks is both challenging and essential. Security reimagined: What truly makes a system secure, why humans are often the weakest link, and how AI will transform security. The “unfulfilled mission”: Why Pankaj launched Nile and how the company is disrupting the networking industry. Future of enterprise tech: How networking, AI, and security are converging to reshape the next decade. Investor perspective: What Pankaj looks for in founders and startups as a board member, advisor, and venture partner. Key Questions We Discuss What principles guided your allocation of Cisco's $6 billion R&D budget? What criteria did you use when acquiring companies, and how did you evaluate integration risk? Why has enterprise tech often thrived on complexity, and how is Nile changing that? How do you see AI shaping the future of networking and security? What advice would you give to enterprises overwhelmed by legacy systems? What was the “unfulfilled mission” that led you to launch Nile? How has your leadership style evolved from managing tens of thousands at Cisco to leading a focused startup team? What do you look for in founders when joining boards or investing? How will the convergence of networking, AI, and security define the next 5–10 years? About Pankaj Patel Pankaj Patel is the Founder and CEO of Nile, where he is reimagining the future of networking by delivering secure, simple, and customer-obsessed services. Previously, he served as Executive Vice President and Chief Development Officer at Cisco, overseeing the company's $38 billion product portfolio. He is also a Partner and Chief Strategy Officer at JC2 Ventures, a Senior Advisor at March Capital, and serves on the boards of several leading technology startups. Connect with Pankaj Patel LinkedIn: Pankaj Patel Nile: https://nilesecure.com Disclaimer The views expressed in this podcast are for informational purposes only and do not constitute financial, legal, or investment advice. Please consult with a qualified professional regarding your specific situation. The views expressed are those of the guest and host and do not necessarily reflect the views of Finalis Inc. or Finalis Securities LLC, Member FINRA/SIPC. #ai #cybersecurity #nilesecure #siliconvalley #podcast

Good morning friends and neighbors! This morning we are excited to welcome new guests to our program and to talk about an awesome upcoming event. On Friday, September 26th The RUSH Copley Foundation will host this year's Rock The Heart event at Two Brothers Roundhouse in Aurora.Today we will be speaking with Alexander Pope, Chief Development Officer and VP of Philanthropy and Community Engagement and Carmen Kaufman, Physician Assistant in Cardiology. Got questions? Send us an email to: goodmorningaurorail@gmail.comHave a great rest of the day! Good Morning Aurora will return with more news, weather and the very best of Aurora. Subscribe to the show on YouTube at this link: https://www.youtube.com/c/GoodMorningAuroraPodcastThe second largest city's first daily news podcast is here. Tune in 5 days a week, Monday thru Friday from 9:00 to 9:30 am. Make sure to like and subscribe to stay updated on all things Aurora.Threads: https://www.threads.net/@goodmorningaurorailInstagram: goodmorningaurorailSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6dVweK5Zc4uPVQQ0Fp1vEP...Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/.../good-morning.../id1513229463Anchor: https://anchor.fm/goodmorningauroraACTV (Aurora Community Television): https://www.aurora-il.org/309/Aurora-Community-TV#kanecountyil #bataviail #genevail #elginil #aurorail #auroraillinois #cityofaurorail #auroramedia #auroranews #morningnews #goodmorningaurora #tuesday #fyp

Have you explored proton therapy as a treatment option for breast cancer? Today our host Sarah talks to David Raubach, Chief Development Officer at Oklahoma Proton Center and Premier Breast Health Institute, about proton therapy, how it works, and the benefits for different types of cancer.

On this episode of Rich Valdes America at Night, Bill O'Reilly, host of No Spin News and The O'Reilly Update, discusses his new book Confronting Evil delves into the lives of history's most evil men. Then, retired USAF Brigadier General Blaine Holt, former NATO Deputy C-17 Commander and senior Newsmax contributor, breaks down Israel's strike on Hamas in Qatar and the White House's response. Later, Dr. Lisa Strohman, Chief Development Officer at Gamesafe, explains Roblox's new rollout of facial age-estimation technology after a U.S. prosecutor warned the platform has become a “perfect place for pedophiles.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brady Armstrong, Chief Development Officer of the Boys and Girls Club of Manhattan, discusses how federal funding challenges have impacted their services and the innovative ways they're responding to ensure no child is turned away.• Over 600 kids walk through their doors daily across 13 locations• Recent funding freeze forced them to cut enrollment by half, creating waitlists and impacting parents' ability to work• Community response has been strong, with parents advocating to representatives• Their "Manhattan Needs Club Kids" campaign highlights how club kids become valuable community assets• Early Learning Center serves children as young as six weeks, with a capacity for 120 kids• "Up Next" program placed 14 high school students in internships throughout Manhattan• Mini Golf Classic fundraiser scheduled for September 28th at Wildcat Fitness and Fun• Annual Casino Night fundraiser set for April 10th at the Alumni Center• Youth of the Year program showcases success stories, including past winners now graduating from Yale• Volunteer opportunities available for those wanting to support beyond financial contributionsWe invite you to see what we do firsthand. Reach out to schedule a tour of our Early Learning Center, elementary sites, or teen center to witness the impact your support can make.GMCFCFAs

Guest speaker Avi Neuman's Shabbat Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, September 6, 2025. Avi Neuman is the Chief Development Officer for Hillel – The Right to Choose (Hillel) helping thousands of Yotzim – those who leave ultra-Orthodox communities to integrate into wider Israeli society. (Youtube)

In this episode, Steve and Brad relive the unforgettable night at Lumen Field, where the Sounders lifted the Leagues Cup trophy with a commanding 3-0 victory over Inter Miami and Lionel Messi. They break down the performance, the key moments, and why the electric atmosphere might have been the best in stadium history. Following the match recap, the hosts sit down with Osaze De Rosario for an in-depth conversation. The young striker opens up about his unique playing style, his path to Major League Soccer, and what it was like growing up as the son of MLS legend Dwayne De Rosario.Evans also sits down with Jennifer Willows, SVP & Chief Development Officer of the YMCA of Snohomish County, highlighted through the Change Champions initiative. Willows shares the YMCA's mission—youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility—and how it shows up locally through year-round sports, aquatics, senior wellness, and school-based programs. Willows invites Sounders fans to support by volunteering (e.g., the youth “Green Whistle” referee program) or donating at any level—keeping the YMCA an inclusive, community-built space.

Hospitality excellence doesn't happen without leadership excellence, and in this episode, we hear why from two senior leaders at Ithaka Hospitality Partners. Scott Rohm, Chief Development Officer, and Ryan Magnon, Chief Operating Officer, both built their careers under Horst Schulze at The Ritz-Carlton before their current roles at Ithaka.They share how leadership becomes the real "insurance policy" for hotel owners, why the best companies focus on selecting and developing the right leaders, and how small shifts in structure and culture can transform entire organizations. Along the way, you'll hear practical lessons, from the daily responsibilities of leaders, to creating environments where people thrive, to a Shanghai dining room story that reveals the hidden power of leadership in action.For hospitality executives, this conversation offers both a strategic perspective and actionable takeaways for building stronger organizations and better guest experiences. A few more resources: If you're new to Hospitality Daily, start here. You can send me a message here with questions, comments, or guest suggestions If you want to get my summary and actionable insights from each episode delivered to your inbox each day, subscribe here for free. Follow Hospitality Daily and join the conversation on YouTube, LinkedIn, and Instagram. If you want to advertise on Hospitality Daily, here are the ways we can work together. If you found this episode interesting or helpful, send it to someone on your team so you can turn the ideas into action and benefit your business and the people you serve! Music for this show is produced by Clay Bassford of Bespoke Sound: Music Identity Design for Hospitality Brands

In this conversation, you'll hear from Scott Rohm, Chief Development Officer, and Ryan Magnon, Chief Operating Officer of Ithaka Hospitality Partners, about how they've turned vision into reality across teaching hotels, culinary projects, food halls, and independent hospitality developments.We discuss how Ithaka's roots at Auburn University shaped their approach, what they've learned about partnering with owners to create distinctive projects, and why independent hospitality (with the right operating partner) can be powerful. A few more resources: If you're new to Hospitality Daily, start here. You can send me a message here with questions, comments, or guest suggestions If you want to get my summary and actionable insights from each episode delivered to your inbox each day, subscribe here for free. Follow Hospitality Daily and join the conversation on YouTube, LinkedIn, and Instagram. If you want to advertise on Hospitality Daily, here are the ways we can work together. If you found this episode interesting or helpful, send it to someone on your team so you can turn the ideas into action and benefit your business and the people you serve! Music for this show is produced by Clay Bassford of Bespoke Sound: Music Identity Design for Hospitality Brands

Angela Loehr Chrysler, Chief Development Officer at ACN, shares how the legacy company is modernizing its strategy while staying true to its roots. From leadership lessons to field engagement, this episode explores how to evolve with intention.

On this episode of Beyond Multifamily, Ash Patel interviews Logan Freeman (“Mr. Kansas City”), an investor–developer–broker who's bullish on select office and small-bay industrial. He explains how Class B/C office can work today—smaller suites, 1–3 year leases, rigorous OPEX/insurance diligence, and lender-ready liquidity—while outlining why flex/industrial has real tailwinds. Logan breaks down Kansas City's diversified growth story and how to win broker attention with a crisp buy box, fast feedback cadence, and authentic LinkedIn presence (plus smart AI to package data fast). He also shares lessons on time management, delegation, and a humbling historic rehab that reinforced the value of radical transparency in deals. Logan Freeman Current Role: Co-Founder & Chief Development Officer, FTW Investments; commercial real estate investor, developer, and broker. ftwinvestmentsllc.com Based in: Kansas City, Missouri. Say hi to them at: LinkedIn | FTW Investments Visit investwithsunrise.com to learn more about investment opportunities.  Get 50% Off Monarch Money, the all-in-one financial tool at www.monarchmoney.com with code BESTEVER Join the Best Ever Community  The Best Ever Community is live and growing - and we want serious commercial real estate investors like you inside. It's free to join, but you must apply and meet the criteria.  Connect with top operators, LPs, GPs, and more, get real insights, and be part of a curated network built to help you grow. Apply now at ⁠www.bestevercommunity.com⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Drew Moran knows the importance of culture in an organization, and to understand that culture requires an understanding of your mission. Through 12 years of growth at Nourishing Hope, Drew has gotten hands on every aspect. Now, as the Chief Development Officer, his vast insight allows Nourishing Hope to operate as more than just a food pantry, providing additional mental health and social services that address the needs of the whole individual to offer a generous and friendly helping hand. Sherry and Drew discuss his journey to the Chief Development Officer role, his emphasis on developing a culture of joy and abundance, and the innovative ideas that have allowed Nourishing Hope to thrive in times of great need.   What You Will Discover: ✔️ Donors and beneficiaries latch on to the culture of your organization ✔️ Joy within your team permeates throughout the entire organization, from your volunteers, to your donors, and ultimately to the individuals you serve  ✔️ A solid foundation is needed for your organization to pull back and examine the macro ✔️ Putting clear intention behind your gala elevates it from just an event to a transformational experience for donors —————————————— Drew Moran currently serves as Nourishing Hope's chief development officer where he is dedicated to building transformational relationships with philanthropic organizations to support Nourishing Hope's many strategic initiatives. Before assuming this role, Drew served as the director of institutional partnerships. Prior to that role, Drew served on the leadership team as its director of innovation and strategic initiatives. He is also deeply invested in his local community, serving as a director of the East Lake View Neighbors Association. Drew's commitment extends beyond just organizational partnerships. He shares Nourishing Hope's passion for mental wellness. As a Licensed Professional Counselor with a master's degree in clinical mental health counseling from Roosevelt University, he was the first clinician to provide therapeutic services to Lakeview Pantry clients in 2017. Drew also has a bachelor's degree in philosophy from Eastern Illinois University.   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drewjmoran/ Website: http://nourishinghopechi.org -------------------------- Welcome to the Business Behind Fundraising podcast, where you'll discover how to raise the kind of money your big vision requires without adding more events, appeals, or grant applications. Learn how to stop blocking overall revenue growth and start attracting investment-level donors with Sherry Quam Taylor.  Sherry Quam Taylor's unique approach and success combine her background of scaling businesses with her decade-long experience advising nonprofit leadership teams. With out-of-the-box principles and a myth-busting methodology, proven results, and an ability to see solutions to revenue problems that others overlook, her clients regularly add 7-figures of revenue to their bottom line.  If you need a true partner to show you how to fully finance your entire mission, both programs, AND overhead, year after year… You're in the right place! #nonprofits #podcast

Iva Chen is a dynamic entrepreneur, CPA, and community advocate whose career spans finance, hospitality, and small business empowerment. A UC Santa Barbara graduate, she began at Deloitte before holding leadership roles at Nestlé USA, CBS Paramount, and The Capital Group. Currently CEO of IOC Design & Consulting and Chief Development Officer of Lady Luck Gourmet, she develops and operates airport restaurants and retail concessions, bringing local and minority-owned brands into major airports. Her entrepreneurial ventures have ranged from matchmaking to launching a pizza chain in China, showcasing her creativity and adaptability. Iva also serves as VP of Public Relations for the Los Angeles Chapter of AMAC, co-founded the Association of Asians in Aviation, and was named “Mentor of the Year” by UCLA's Riordan Programs. She sits on advisory boards, supports inclusive economic development, and is passionate about equity, mentorship, and leadership development. Outside of work, she is an Army ROTC Bootcamp graduate, two-time triathlete, wife, mom of two, foodie, and lifelong learner, recently earning her WSET Level 1 certification in Wines.

On this episode of The Innovation Storytellers Show, I sit down with Dr. William Pao, physician scientist, former Chief Development Officer at Pfizer, and author of Breakthrough – The Quest for Life-Changing Medicines. His journey into medicine began with the loss of his father to cancer when he was just 13 years old, a moment that shaped his life's mission to develop treatments that change outcomes for patients everywhere. We explore the extraordinary, and often invisible, process of medical innovation. Dr. Pao takes us behind the scenes of eight real-world breakthroughs, revealing the persistence, failures, and unexpected turns that happen long before a drug reaches the market. He shares the story of a 15-year effort to create an HIV capsid inhibitor now given just twice a year, and how a combination of basic science curiosity and problem-solving under pressure turned a limitation into a breakthrough. We dive into the development of CRISPR-based therapies for sickle cell disease and thalassemia, a century-long scientific journey that required insights from genetics, epidemiology, and bioengineering before it could cure patients. Throughout our conversation, Dr. Pao brings these stories to life with the human elements that make them possible. We talk about the “killer experiment” mindset that helps teams decide whether to keep going or shut a project down, the value of institutional memory, and why innovation in medicine requires a rare mix of biological insight, clinical understanding, and technological advancement. We also explore the emotional side of the work, how innovators cope with fatigue, navigate internal resistance, and make hard calls when decades of work are on the line. Whether you are developing life-saving drugs or leading innovation in a completely different field, you will find practical lessons here. Dr. Pao's experiences show how to work through uncertainty, keep an open mind to ideas from outside your domain, and maintain the discipline to make good decisions even when the stakes are high.  

Today, on Karl and Crew, we kicked off our weekly theme of “Spiritual Detox” with a discussion about feeding ourselves spiritual nourishment. As followers of Christ, we must feed ourselves with the Word daily, and sometimes that means stepping away from unhealthy or time-consuming habits. We then turned to the phone lines to ask callers, “What is God calling you to feed in your life?” Then, we had Kyle Kutter join us to share some new developments and features with the YouVersion Bible app. Kyle is the Chief Development Officer at YouVersion. He is also a Pastor and a Leader at Life Church. Then we had Arlene Pellicane join us to talk about the benefits of setting down the phone and logging out of social media to reconnect with the things around you, such as God, family, friends, or nature. Arlene is a speaker, author, and host of the Happy Home podcast. She is also a marriage and parenting expert. She has written several books, including “Growing Up Social.” You can hear the highlights of today's program on the Karl and Crew Showcast. If you're looking to hear a particular segment from the show, look at the following time stamps: Listener Call Segment (What is God calling you to feed in your life?) [18:59-44:08] Arlene Pellicane Interview [44:13-58:40] Kyle Kutter Interview [58:43-01:08:48] Karl and Crew airs live weekday mornings from 5-9 a.m. Central Time. Click this link for ways to listen in your area! https://www.moodyradio.org/ways-to-listen/ Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/morningshowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, on Karl and Crew, we kicked off our weekly theme of “Spiritual Detox” with a discussion about feeding ourselves spiritual nourishment. As followers of Christ, we must feed ourselves with the Word daily, and sometimes that means stepping away from unhealthy or time-consuming habits. We then turned to the phone lines to ask callers, “What is God calling you to feed in your life?” Then, we had Kyle Kutter join us to share some new developments and features with the YouVersion Bible app. Kyle is the Chief Development Officer at YouVersion. He is also a Pastor and a Leader at Life Church. Then we had Arlene Pellicane join us to talk about the benefits of setting down the phone and logging out of social media to reconnect with the things around you, such as God, family, friends, or nature. Arlene is a speaker, author, and host of the Happy Home podcast. She is also a marriage and parenting expert. She has written several books, including “Growing Up Social.” You can hear the highlights of today's program on the Karl and Crew Showcast. If you're looking to hear a particular segment from the show, look at the following time stamps: Listener Call Segment (What is God calling you to feed in your life?) [18:59-44:08] Arlene Pellicane Interview [44:13-58:40] Kyle Kutter Interview [58:43-01:08:48] Karl and Crew airs live weekday mornings from 5-9 a.m. Central Time. Click this link for ways to listen in your area! https://www.moodyradio.org/ways-to-listen/ Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/morningshowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, on Karl and Crew, we kicked off our weekly theme of “Spiritual Detox” with a discussion about feeding ourselves spiritual nourishment. As followers of Christ, we must feed ourselves with the Word daily, and sometimes that means stepping away from unhealthy or time-consuming habits. We then turned to the phone lines to ask callers, “What is God calling you to feed in your life?” Then, we had Kyle Kutter join us to share some new developments and features with the YouVersion Bible app. Kyle is the Chief Development Officer at YouVersion. He is also a Pastor and a Leader at Life Church. Then we had Arlene Pellicane join us to talk about the benefits of setting down the phone and logging out of social media to reconnect with the things around you, such as God, family, friends, or nature. Arlene is a speaker, author, and host of the Happy Home podcast. She is also a marriage and parenting expert. She has written several books, including “Growing Up Social.” You can hear the highlights of today's program on the Karl and Crew Showcast. If you're looking to hear a particular segment from the show, look at the following time stamps: Listener Call Segment (What is God calling you to feed in your life?) [18:59-44:08] Arlene Pellicane Interview [44:13-58:40] Kyle Kutter Interview [58:43-01:08:48] Karl and Crew airs live weekday mornings from 5-9 a.m. Central Time. Click this link for ways to listen in your area! https://www.moodyradio.org/ways-to-listen/ Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/morningshowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, on Karl and Crew, we kicked off our weekly theme of “Spiritual Detox” with a discussion about feeding ourselves spiritual nourishment. As followers of Christ, we must feed ourselves with the Word daily, and sometimes that means stepping away from unhealthy or time-consuming habits. We then turned to the phone lines to ask callers, “What is God calling you to feed in your life?” Then, we had Kyle Kutter join us to share some new developments and features with the YouVersion Bible app. Kyle is the Chief Development Officer at YouVersion. He is also a Pastor and a Leader at Life Church. Then we had Arlene Pellicane join us to talk about the benefits of setting down the phone and logging out of social media to reconnect with the things around you, such as God, family, friends, or nature. Arlene is a speaker, author, and host of the Happy Home podcast. She is also a marriage and parenting expert. She has written several books, including “Growing Up Social.” You can hear the highlights of today's program on the Karl and Crew Showcast. If you're looking to hear a particular segment from the show, look at the following time stamps: Listener Call Segment (What is God calling you to feed in your life?) [18:59-44:08] Arlene Pellicane Interview [44:13-58:40] Kyle Kutter Interview [58:43-01:08:48] Karl and Crew airs live weekday mornings from 5-9 a.m. Central Time. Click this link for ways to listen in your area! https://www.moodyradio.org/ways-to-listen/ Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/morningshowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, on Karl and Crew, we kicked off our weekly theme of “Spiritual Detox” with a discussion about feeding ourselves spiritual nourishment. As followers of Christ, we must feed ourselves with the Word daily, and sometimes that means stepping away from unhealthy or time-consuming habits. We then turned to the phone lines to ask callers, “What is God calling you to feed in your life?” Then, we had Kyle Kutter join us to share some new developments and features with the YouVersion Bible app. Kyle is the Chief Development Officer at YouVersion. He is also a Pastor and a Leader at Life Church. Then we had Arlene Pellicane join us to talk about the benefits of setting down the phone and logging out of social media to reconnect with the things around you, such as God, family, friends, or nature. Arlene is a speaker, author, and host of the Happy Home podcast. She is also a marriage and parenting expert. She has written several books, including “Growing Up Social.” You can hear the highlights of today's program on the Karl and Crew Showcast. If you're looking to hear a particular segment from the show, look at the following time stamps: Listener Call Segment (What is God calling you to feed in your life?) [18:59-44:08] Arlene Pellicane Interview [44:13-58:40] Kyle Kutter Interview [58:43-01:08:48] Karl and Crew airs live weekday mornings from 5-9 a.m. Central Time. Click this link for ways to listen in your area! https://www.moodyradio.org/ways-to-listen/ Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/morningshowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, on Karl and Crew, we kicked off our weekly theme of “Spiritual Detox” with a discussion about feeding ourselves spiritual nourishment. As followers of Christ, we must feed ourselves with the Word daily, and sometimes that means stepping away from unhealthy or time-consuming habits. We then turned to the phone lines to ask callers, “What is God calling you to feed in your life?” Then, we had Kyle Kutter join us to share some new developments and features with the YouVersion Bible app. Kyle is the Chief Development Officer at YouVersion. He is also a Pastor and a Leader at Life Church. Then we had Arlene Pellicane join us to talk about the benefits of setting down the phone and logging out of social media to reconnect with the things around you, such as God, family, friends, or nature. Arlene is a speaker, author, and host of the Happy Home podcast. She is also a marriage and parenting expert. She has written several books, including “Growing Up Social.” You can hear the highlights of today's program on the Karl and Crew Showcast. If you're looking to hear a particular segment from the show, look at the following time stamps: Listener Call Segment (What is God calling you to feed in your life?) [18:59-44:08] Arlene Pellicane Interview [44:13-58:40] Kyle Kutter Interview [58:43-01:08:48] Karl and Crew airs live weekday mornings from 5-9 a.m. Central Time. Click this link for ways to listen in your area! https://www.moodyradio.org/ways-to-listen/ Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/morningshowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we talk with Dr. Clay Cook, the Chief Development Officer at CharacterStrong. He shares the biggest reasons Tier 2 systems stall—and what to do about it. Dr. Cook unpacks common barriers like unclear roles, limited capacity, and lack of team clarity, offering practical, hopeful solutions every school can apply. Learn More About CharacterStrong:  Access FREE MTSS Curriculum Samples Request a Quote Today! Learn more about CharacterStrong Implementation Support Visit the CharacterStrong Website

This week's Y's Guys dives into the second week of BYU Football Fall Camp, with hosts Dave McCann and Blaine Fowler breaking down all the latest position battles, standout players, and headlines leading up to the season opener against Portland State. The quarterback competition between McCae Hillstead, Treyson Bourguet, and Bear Bachmeier continues to be the focal point, while running backs LJ Martin and Sione Moa are healthy and poised to contribute. The defense is also stepping up, with Tanner Wall and Raider Damuni leading a unit determined to force more turnovers than last year.A special segment introduces the debut of the “Re-Lyte Athlete of the Week”—honoring Chase Roberts, who's back from injury and expected to be a key leader on the field and off. Joining the show to launch this new feature is Harvey Scott, Chief Development Officer at Redmond Inc. Scott shares his journey from a BYU fan in Arizona to a top supporter of Cougar athletics and details how Redmond's ReLyte electrolyte product is helping athletes—and regular folks—perform better and live healthier.Riley Nelson, former BYU quarterback, joins the show to give firsthand insight into what it's like to be in the middle of a quarterback competition. Drawing on his own transition from backup to starter, he reflects on the pressure, mental preparation, and leadership it takes to win the job. He also evaluates each of the three current QBs and outlines the top five things a quarterback must do each week to be game-ready.The show also includes an appearance by Mitch Mathews, who relives his iconic Hail Mary touchdown catch against Nebraska and evaluates this year's wide receiver group. Other highlights include recruiting updates, including BYU landing 7 of the top 15 players in Utah for the class of 2026, Steve Young's viral moment with Barry Bonds and Morgan Wallen, and notes on BYU's fall Olympic sports. Plus, Jen Rockwood's soccer squad kicks off exhibition play this week with a win, and Kenneth Rooks and Lexy Halladay Lowry both bring home national titles in the steeplechase.https://www.ysguys.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Agents of Nonprofit, I sit down with Scott Minger, Chief Development Officer at Vitamin Angels, to explore how strategic corporate partnerships have fueled the organization's exponential growth—from serving 25 million to 74 million women and children worldwide. For nonprofits looking to deepen their impact through corporate support, this conversation is packed with strategic insight and actionable takeaways.Topics We Cover:How a Walgreens partnership inspired Scott's transition from retail to nonprofit workWhy unrestricted corporate funding is a game-changer for nonprofit scalabilityThe role of transparency and fiscal credibility in securing long-term partner trustCrafting stories that combine emotion, data, and urgency to inspire supportBuilding “credibility checking accounts” through consistent impact reportingAligning nonprofit mission with corporate business objectivesManaging competing goals across similar industry partners without losing integrityAdvice for nonprofits seeking to enter or grow in the corporate partnership spaceTo Learn More & Connect with Scott:Vitamin AngelsScott Minger on LinkedInSupport the show

About this episodeIn this powerful episode, we dive deep into the heart of one of the world's most prestigious scientific institutions—the Weizmann Institute—and explore how cutting-edge innovation, visionary philanthropy, and unwavering resilience are shaping the future of medicine and humanity. From revolutionary MD-PhD programs redefining medical education, to breakthrough blood cancer detection methods published in Nature, to the relentless spirit of scientists rebuilding amidst adversity—this conversation is a testament to hope, courage, and the pursuit of progress against all odds. Join us as we uncover how the legacy of scientific excellence is being fiercely protected and propelled forward, inviting you to be part of a movement that transcends generations and changes the course of human health forever. About the Weizmann Institute of ScienceThe Weizmann Institute of Science in Rehovot, Israel, is one of the world's top-ranking multidisciplinary research and graduate institutions. Committed to science for the future of humanity, the scientific community of nearly 5,000 engages in best-in-class exploratory research that leads to breakthrough advances in health and medicine, brain and neural science, environmental sustainability, renewable energy, food security, space exploration, quantum computing, artificial intelligence, and education. The American Committee for the Weizmann Institute of Science shares the Institute's devotion to advancing world-changing science, partnering with generous individuals, foundations, and corporations to help Weizmann scientists answer some of the most difficult questions facing humanity. Learn more at WEIZMANNUSA.ORG. What happened on June 15During the early hours of June 15, the Weizmann campus was devastated by two direct hits from ballistic missiles launched by Iran as part of a broad attack on Israel's civilian infrastructure.Five major research buildings were destroyed or significantly damaged. More than 50 labs have been impacted, many losing years of scientific progress in areas that include cancer, life sciences,  and computer science. 400 international students have been displaced. Early estimates for the total cost of damages range between $300 million and $500 million. (View video footage from Kan News)What now?The Institute and its global community maintain their resolve that the science must go on because it is critical to addressing some of humanity's most pressing and widespread challenges. Currently, they are engaging in a global fundraising effort that is essential to providing immediate relief and propelling their long-term rebuilding plans. With such significant damage, philanthropists have an opportunity to play a greater role in world-changing science than ever before. Now is the time to talk to the American Committee about making a gift to the Emergency and Recovery Fund, and do something bold, great, and lasting. Contact CEO@acwis.org to support the Emergency and Recovery Fund.About this guestDave Doneson has been CEO of the American Committee for the  Weizmann Institute of Science since September 2018. Under Dave's  leadership, the American Committee has significantly expanded its  outreach on behalf of the Institute, advocating for some of the most  innovative, transformational, and essential scientific research in the  world today. Weizmann's generous donors have responded in kind,  increasing their philanthropic support of science for the future of humanity to record levels. Prior to joining the American Committee, Dave was Chief Development  Officer of the American Technion Society (ATS), where he led a team  of more than 30 fundraising professionals focused on frontline  fundraising for the Technion – Israel Institute of Technology. He  previously served as Director of Development for the University of  Michigan Health System, where he managed teams focused on major  gifts fundraising. Dave holds a ... read more at www.9x90.co/Dave-Doneson

What makes the Genius of Enablement (“E”) such a crucial part of team implementation?Episode 91 of the Working Genius Podcast dives into the Enablement Genius with guest Tracy Noble, Chief Development Officer at The Table Group. Pat, Cody, and Tracy explore the subtle power of Enablement—how it brings relational glue to implementation and drives team cohesion. They also unpack the differences between Enablement and people-pleasing, and how to regulate Enablement without shutting it down.Topics explored in this episode: (0:52) The Complexity of Enablement* Tracy describes how her Discernment constantly informs her Enablement.* How Enablement is often misunderstood.* Enablement goes far beyond just being helpful or friendly.(4:35) Implementation, Not Just Helping* Enablement starts implementation with people, not tasks.* Teams without E often operate in silos.(9:09) Virtue Versus Genius* Enablement isn't the same as kindness—it can be self-serving in a good way.* Tracy shares why Enablement energizes her when it serves others.(13:44) Enablement in Action * Enablement plays out in both personal moments and strategic leadership.(17:21) Regulating the E* Even Geniuses need regulation—especially Enablement.* Recognizing when Discernment is needed over Enablement.Thanks to Tracy Noble for being on the show! Connect with Tracy on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tracy-noble-025b40a/ This episode of The Working Genius Podcast with Patrick Lencioni is brought to you by The Table Group: https://www.tablegroup.com. We teach leaders how to make work more effective and less dysfunctional. We also help their employees be more fulfilled and less miserable. The Six Types of Working Genius model helps you discover your natural gifts and thrive in your work and life. When you're able to better understand the types of work that bring you more energy and fulfillment and avoid work that leads to frustration and failure, you can be more self-aware, more productive, and more successful. The Six Types of Working Genius assessment is the fastest and simplest way to discover your natural gifts and thrive at work: https://www.workingGenius.com/about/assessment Subscribe to The Working Genius Podcast on Apple Podcasts (https://apple.co/4iNz6Yn), Spotify (https://spoti.fi/4iGGm8u), and YouTube (https://bit.ly/Working-Genius-YouTube). Follow Pat Lencioni on https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrick-lencioni-orghealth and http://www.youtube.com/@PatrickLencioniOfficial. Connect with Cody Thompson https://www.linkedin.com/in/cody-thompson-a5918850. Be sure to check out our other podcast, At The Table with Patrick Lencioni, on Apple Podcasts (https://apple.co/4hJKKSL), Spotify

I've been working with the National Pediatric Cancer Foundation for the past several years and have had them on the show several times in the past. But on this episode, we are joined by Chris Geib, Chief Development Officer, and Capt. "Red" Flowers of the Great Loop Challenge. Capt. Red shares his story of how cancer has impacted his life and the incredible journey it has set him on to help out kids fighting pediatric cancer. We get to talk about the incredible world record setting adventure he went on last year to raise one million dollars and help the NPCF on their mission to help fund research projects to find more effective and less toxic treatments for childhood cancer. Be sure to check out the Great Loop Challenge and NPCF and donate to help support this incredible mission. The Great Loop Challenge - National Pediatric Cancer Foundation https://youtu.be/xybjuV8cFHE?si=VNupBW1t9Prb3FPe Feel free to reach out if you have any questions, comments or guest suggestions at Derek@impactoutdoorspodcast.com Music provided by Epidemic Sound Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of the BSCAI podcast, Tom Kruse, Chief Development Officer at Marsden Holding, LLC, shares his insights on customer engagement and retention. Drawing from his early days as a frontline cleaner, Tom emphasizes the importance of leading with humility and staying connected to the people behind the service. He outlines his framework for success — paying attention, ensuring competence, and showing care — not just to customers, but to employees as well. With experience acquiring over 30 companies, Tom also discusses how to maintain consistent service and values during times of transition.

What happens when the deep inner work of spiritual formation begins to shape the way we lead others? In this episode, Gem welcomes Ed McManness, General Director of Frontier Ventures, and Matt Fogle, Chief Development Officer at Frontier Ventures, for a rich conversation at the intersection of soul care and leadership. As leaders, it's easy to focus solely on strategy, productivity, and results—but what if transformation into Christlikeness was the foundation of our leadership? Ed and Matt share stories from their own journeys, offer practical wisdom for cultivating healthy organizational cultures, and reflect on how to lead from a place of abiding rather than striving. In this episode, you’ll learn: How spiritual formation can directly impact leadership decisions Practices for fostering presence over pressure in your leadership Rhythms and boundaries that protect leaders from burnout How to shape a spiritually formative organizational culture—even in the face of resistance About Our Guests:Ed McManness is the General Director of Frontier Ventures, a mission organization serving global leaders who bring the gospel to the least reached. His leadership is rooted in decades of experience and a deep commitment to spiritual formation. Matt Fogle serves as Chief Development Officer at Frontier Ventures and is also a Soul Care Guide with Unhurried Living. Matt is passionate about helping leaders thrive through emotionally healthy and spiritually grounded practices. If you're a leader longing to align your inner life with your outer leadership, this episode will speak directly to your journey. ______________________________________________________ Connect with Gem on Instagram and learn more on the Unhurried Living website and her new book, Hold That Thought: Sorting Through the Voices in Our Heads Learn about PACE: Certificate in Leadership and Soul Care Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.