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Kenrick Gibson is the Chief Officer of Open Arms Food Pantry and Resource Center in the Chesterfield Square of South LA, providing food pantry and diaper bank support to LA City, County and U.S military families weekly. On this pod we focus on the art of giving and the culture for change. You're invited to his Black History Month Festival and Giveaway on Saturday February 21 at the La Brea Tar Pits.https://openarmscharityla.org/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
Explore the rise of agentic AI in higher education with Brian Gann, Vice President for Enrollment & Student Services at Wake Technical Community College, and Justin May, Chief Officer of Enrollment Management at Richard Bland College, who discuss how colleges are integrating AI agents to support enrollment, advising, and student services. The conversation covers the latest AI advancements, practical deployment strategies, overcoming staff fears, and building scalable solutions. Listeners gain insights into real-world success stories, MVP approaches, and the evolving relationship between human staff and AI assistants on the modern campus. - - - -Connect With Our Co-Host:Dr. JC Bonillahttps://www.linkedin.com/in/jcbonilla/About The Enrollify Podcast Network:Generation AI 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. 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.
41 years of combination experience. Fire Chief With Laramie County Fire Authority in Cheyenne Wyoming. Jason has always been around emergency services so it was natural that as soon as he was able to he joined the volunteer fire service and hasn't looked back. Jason's route to get to his current position is outside the normal. But it doesn't mean it wasn't the right path. Full transparency I would encourage the listeners to tune in and listen to Jason's message and mindset. How he views his organization and most importantly the people within it is how we all should conduct business. As the adage goes there's no I in team. It's not about us it's about those we serve and work with. Jason took this interview to church preaching the good word on how he views the service. It was truly an honor to listen and pick his brain on various topics within the fire service. If you're a Chief or Chief Officer in a combination department you might want to grab a notepad and get to writing a few ideas.
Chief Chris Workman has spent over two decades serving others — first in the fire service, then in policing, and now as Chief of Police in Cheswold, Delaware. But behind the badge, the rank, and the leadership roles, he carried a private battle that almost cost him his life. In this episode, Chief Workman shares openly about hitting rock bottom, the phone call that changed everything, and his mission to break the stigma around mental health through The Deep Blue Project and his book Silence Behind the Blue Wall. We explore why leaders must delegate and trust their teams, even when ego and fear make it difficult, and why “check-the-box leadership” is harming departments across the country. Chief Workman talks about the importance of testing early for cancer, knowing you're not alone in your struggles, and remembering that you are a human being — not a machine. His honesty exposes the gap between the advice chiefs often give and the advice they actually follow, and he offers practical wisdom for leaders and agencies that want to create cultures of honesty, care, vulnerability, and real support.
Episode Title: "I'm In The Minority" - Vengeance on Varos Review THE EMPTY TARDIS: The Missing Guest: Felicity Cousins from The Flop Cast was supposed to join but had to bow out about an hour before recording - her voice has been acting up again. "I don't think she ever really fully recovered from the last time she was sick when she was with us." THE SEXY DOCTOR ANNOUNCEMENT: John: "She was going to miss the announcement that we are now dealing with the sexiest Doctor to date!" Jim: "According to People Magazine? According to the newspapers?" The Daily Mirror: "In addition to having the sexiest Doctor, we also have a companion with great assets." Jim's Pun: "You're really keeping abreast of this stuff." John: "Yes, I am." THE SEXINESS DEBATE: Jim: "Honestly, sexier than Jon Pertwee? Come on." THE BIG QUESTION: John: "I told you this was one of my two favorite Colin Baker stories, and I would actually rank this up there as some of the best Doctor Who in Classic Who. What are your initial thoughts about Vengeance on Varos?" PRODUCTION DETAILS: Production Code: 6V (V for Varos!) Air Dates: January 19-26, 1985 Writer: Philip Martin (first story - will have sequel with Sil next season) Director: Ron Jones Original Titles: "Domain" and "Planet of Fear" THE PUBLIC RECEPTION: The Controversy: Episode didn't get very well received by the public. Scenes like: Acid bath deaths Attempted hangings Genetic experiments on women The Complaints: Widely criticized in Radio Times Letters page and in TV program Points of View. Unlike Before: "Unlike previous criticisms of the show's violence, this time it was raised by members of the general public. Some of the show's fans were even against this, besides people like Mary Whitehouse." PART ONE SYNOPSIS: Desolate planet Varos - citizen workers make up strange society of viewers who watch public torture and executions and vote on whether or not their Governor will be punished on camera for his actions. Official currently negotiating over price of Varos's precious Zeiton (Zeiton or Zyton?) with Sil, contentious representative of Galatron Mining Concern. Dealings going poorly for Varos. Sil has inside man - Governor's Chief Officer on his payroll advising him to oust current leader. Doctor and Peri arrive seeking Zeiton to repair ailing TARDIS, find themselves freeing rebel named Jondar from televised execution. As Governor, Sil, and everyone on planet watch, Doctor and Peri escape with Jondar and his wife Areta, only to wander into Purple Zone - tunnels haunted by fantastic illusions. Getting through them, Doctor discovers TARDIS has been captured, then loses Peri and others to guards chasing them. He himself walks into arid desert illusion. While citizenry watch, he seemingly succumbs to great heat and perishes. THE META COMMENTARY: Jim: "It's very meta what we would call meta today. It strikes you immediately that he's commenting about violence on television." The American Target: "I personally felt a little targeted because I feel like in extension they - or he was - pointing that a lot at us here in the United States." John: "I'd say that's fair." THE PENAL COLONY: Jim: "Weirdly enough, we're also going back to the old Australia thing. But as in good Doctor Who form, we get something like that dropped and then it's not picked up on again." The Discovery: "The whole thing about 'I discovered that this is a penal colony' - or it grew out of a penal colony. I said 'Oh, all right, we've kind of had that a lot recently.' But then I remembered that it wasn't brought up again." THE TIME CRAFT MYSTERY - AGAIN: Jim: "Another thing that's used here - I'm sure you noticed it, and I don't get it unless it's something we're going to be rewarded with at some point - there's another mention of another space-time craft. So why do we get two of these mentions now? Or is that just coincidence?" John's Explanation: "This particular season, without I don't know if they realize it, if it was done on purpose - we deal a lot with other alien cultures trying their hand in time travel. Including we're going to have, if I'm not mistaken, humans soon." JIM'S OPINION: "Piss or get off the pot. That's an interesting aspect, although as Homer Simpson's father said, 'I ain't for it, I'm agin it' because I think it does take the Mickey out of the Time Lords. But if you're going to go down that road, then tell us that story - what will the Time Lords do about making sure they're the only ones that get to do that?" WHAT JOHN LOVES: JOHN'S LIST: The Music: "I love the music. I think the music is very inspired for this." The Twin Dilemma Doctor: "This is more of the Doctor from Twin Dilemma - as he so callously says to Peri 'Oh well, you'll just live out the few years you got left, you'll die and that's it. But I'm stuck here forever in the...' That was actually an interesting moment. There was a little thread of Tom Baker's 'I am the walker in eternity' or whatever the hell he said in Pyramids of Mars." The Torture Scene: "I thought it interesting that right off the bat we get a torture scene as Jason Connery's character Jondar is chained up. That's one of the first things that was called out - 'Oh look at this, we just start the show and this guy's being brutalized?' I guess they wanted to hit people with it right off the bat. 'This isn't your typical Doctor Who.'" Jim: "It definitely isn't." THE GREEK CHORUS: John: "I was shocked - I didn't really realize it until watching it this time. We've got our two folks there sitting and watching. They represent us, the audience, the rest of Varos. How casual they talk about those being tortured as though they were fictional. You'd sit there go 'Oh no, that was the guy who got killed last week' - say that casually because it's all fiction. But these are real people and they're saying it the same way." Jim: "I mean, I think that's part of the message - violence on television is numbing us to the fact that there is real violence in the world." THE APPRECIATION: Jim: "I'll admit that part is kind of interesting because those two are totally in that room the entire time. They're kind of like a Greek chorus. They're off to one side, commenting on everything going on. Then they themselves have a little struggle between them." The Uniqueness: "That was an interesting thing to do because I don't really remember anything else like that - two characters who don't have any interaction whatsoever with all the other characters. And they're in one set the entire time." GUEST STARS: The Governor - Martin Jarvis: One of those rare people to have appeared in all three decades of Doctor Who: 1965's The Web Planet as one of the Menoptera Invasion of the Dinosaurs in 1974 Jim: "We wouldn't recognize him from that. But that's cool." John: "See, point to me - I recognize that you recognize him. I went 'This dude has totally been in Doctor Who before.'" Areta - Stephen Yardley: Previously played Severin in Genesis of the Daleks (1975) Owen Teale (Maldak): Going to appear later in Torchwood episode "Countrycide" Etta - Sheila Reid: "I was today years old when I discovered that Etta is Clara Oswald's grandmother in Doctor Who, appearing in both a Peter Capaldi and a Matt Smith story. And she's wonderful as the grandmother." John: "She's adorable as Clara's grandmother. Still with us. Still acting. Last credit was just last year." SIL - NABIL SHABAN: The Condition: Born with osteogenesis imperfecta which left his bones brittle. Recent Passing: "Only passed away this past October at the age of 72. We'll see him again next season in Trial of a Time Lord, one of the stories there." Jim's Memory: "I did look him up because I couldn't shake the feeling he was in Time Bandits, but he wasn't. He really seemed like one of the - and pardon the term - dwarves, the little people. But he's not. He's not one of them. Kenny Baker is from Star Wars." The Background: "He's Jordanian British." PART TWO SYNOPSIS: Doctor revives on gurney just before being put into acid bath and escapes. Governor tries to wring answers out of Peri but her truth falls on deaf ears. When Doctor is recaptured, Governor stages old-fashioned hanging to trick Doctor into talking, but instead makes Sil reveal his treachery against Varos. Peri and Areta put into transmogrifier and begin to change into animals. Doctor pulls the plug and together with Jondar they escape further into dome. There they come across more illusions and near death, while Chief Officer makes his own play to oust Governor with another public vote. Peri and Governor escape with help of guard and meet up with Doctor and others. Quillam and Chief Officer perish by poison vines. Back at Governor's chambers, Sil discovers his invasion has been stopped and he is ordered by his own people to negotiate for Zeiton at any price at all. A win for people of Varos, especially when Governor ceases all public tortures and executions. HOT TAKE: Jim: "What the heck? Well, where's the vengeance? Where's the vengeance? Why? I mean, just because it's a cool alliteration? The Doctor's never met any of the bad guys before. There's no vengeance that I'm aware of, so I didn't get that." PART TWO FALLS APART: Jim: "Part two - for me, it falls apart. I think it's kind of sort of everything but the kitchen sink." The Purple Zone: "Especially at the end when they get further into dome and they've dropped the term 'the Purple Zone' - which is unfortunate because I kind of liked that. When we get to the point where all of a sudden there's like this flora and it's poison vines..." Quillam and the Chief Officer: "And that's how they get rid of Quillam and the Chief Officer who doesn't ever have a name in this - he's just the Chief Officer. But he looks like a bad guy at least." John: "All the guys, right?" PART TWO WEAKNESSES: Jim: "Part two is definitely weaker than part one. Then we go back to Sil, and everything's been taken care of for some reason. His company, his people, whatever - they just sort of change their mind and he's out on his tail." The Other Source: "There was something to the effect that they found another source, so there was no point in... just abandon these people, we don't need them." Jim's Problem: "I wasn't really buying it. I think it just really whimpers out at the end. We needed like an explosion. I really didn't care for the ending, especially since the Doctor is not the instrument of vengeance." ANOTHER AVENUE TO NOWHERE: Jim: "It is interesting, I'm with you. That said, it is another avenue that this story goes down with little to no reason for it to be there. You have the old trope of the valuable mineral - it's being mined, it's the MacGuffin, whatever, everybody wants it. But then you throw in this Quillam character and the transmogrifier and the thing about the animals and all of that, and then they're cured almost immediately." The Missed Opportunity: "Would it have been interesting to let them stay like that for rest of story and then get cured at the end? I think yes, if you're going to go down that road." The Empty Feeling: "This is another symptom of that 'feeling a little empty' at the beginning. There's a lot of stuff thrown into this part two that are just bridges to nowhere in a way. Sorry. I agreed and then quickly had to throw in a caveat there. But I am who I am." NEXT TIME: Monday (Patreon #155): Music, Voyager Part 3, Memory TARDIS spin ("hopefully not Terror of the Zygons, although I think that's gone") Sophie Aldred's Podcast: "I want to talk briefly about Sophie Aldred's podcast again. I finally caught up with most of the episodes including their little Christmas episode they did that has basically ties up a lot of the plot points they've been doing throughout their show. Remember I told you it's part interview, part story? Well, they did like a 20-minute audio drama with Russell T. Davies and Forde Colin Baker and Nicholas Briggs." John's Assessment: "We'll talk briefly about it - what worked and what didn't work. Because there were some things that I was kind of like 'Yeah, this is just too weird for me.'" Next Friday (Patreon) then Saturday (Main Feed): The Mark of the Rani! Another two-parter. Jim: "Uh-oh, are we up to that point?" John: "Yeah, we're up to that point." Jim: "Rah-rah Rani!" 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The conversation continues with APH's leadership team as they reflect on the challenges and momentum of 2025 and look ahead to a pivotal 2026. Hear leaders discuss the growing urgency of digital accessibility in education, the expansion of the Monarch platform, the rise of eBraille, and the upcoming opening of The Dot Experience as a major public-facing milestone.The conversation highlights resilience, courage, and a recommitment to APH's mission amid rapid technological change. Hear personal reflections, including Craig Meador's thoughts as he prepares for retirement and the importance of continuing to push forward rather than pulling back. We wrap up with a Tech Takeaway focused on Monarch's one-handed mode, showcasing how inclusive design expands access for a wider range of users. On this episode (in alphabetical order)Jo Haas, Vice President of Advancement and The Dot ExperienceAnne Lancaster, Vice President, Chief Officer, Innovation and StrategyCraig Meador, Ed. D., APH PresidentPaul Schroeder, Vice President of Impact and OutreachJennifer Wenzel, APH Technology Product SpecialistMichael Dennis, APH Technology Product Specialist
Captain John A. Konrad V is a proud alumnus of the New York Maritime College, a bestselling author, entrepreneur, and a US Merchant Marine officer. In 2006, he founded gCaptain and has been serving as its CEO ever since, helping it become the world's most popular maritime news website with a record-breaking 2 million monthly page views. His entrepreneurial spirit also led me to co-found UnofficialNetworks.com, the leading mountain sports news platform, which has amassed over 100 million page views since its beginning.Holding a 'United States Master of Vessels any gross tons, upon ocean' (Master Unlimited) license, John's maritime leadership encompasses several world-record-breaking offshore exploration projects. He had the privilege to serve as Chief Maritime Officer during the discovery of Reliance KG-D6, the then world's largest natural gas deposit, in partnership with Mukesh and Anil Ambani. Later, as Chief Officer for Chevron, they achieved a world record for drilling the deepest well. His versatile skills also extend to managing shipyard operations and supervising the construction of cutting-edge vessels.John is an active member of the Council of American Master Mariners, American Merchant Marine Veteran Association, and the Navy League of the United States, and holds an Associate Fellow position at the Nautical Institute. His work in the maritime industry earned him the US Navy Combined Maritime Forces Naval Support Award and the Fort Schuyler Distinguished Alumni Of The Year award.
A huge fire burnt at a commercial building in Croydon Park yesterday - MFS Chief Officer Jeff Swann joined David & Will for an update on the investigation into the cause. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Welcome to Change Makers! I'm APH's Public Relations Manager, Sara Brown and in this special two-part series, we're talking with APH's leadership about the moments that defined 2025. The wins, the challenges, and everything in between. Plus, we'll take a look at what's coming next as we head into 2026 On this episode (in alphabetical order)Jo Haas, Vice President of Advancement and The Dot ExperienceAnne Lancaster, Vice President, Chief Officer, Innovation and StrategyCraig Meador, Ed.D., APH PresidentPaul Schroeder, Vice President of Impact and Outreach
Thomas English talks with a guest from New Growth Transit, an affiliate with the West Central Missouri Community Action Agency, about their volunteer driving service. The guest is New Growth Transit Regional Mobility Chief Officer Kelly Ast. She discusses how the volunteer driving application process works, how residents can receive rides to many locations and the future of New Growth Transit operations. Other topics include technology improvements and funding clarification.
As part of our spotlight series on artificial intelligence in public health, today's episode explores the BEACON Portal—a groundbreaking collaboration between Google and the state of Illinois designed to streamline access to behavioral health services for children and families. Dr. Dana Weiner, Chief Officer for Children's Behavioral Health Transformation in the Illinois Governor's Office, and Julia Strehlow, Senior Advisor at the Illinois Department of Public Health discuss how BEACON centralizes information for families, enables secure cross-agency communication, and uses transparent AI-powered matching to connect young people to the services they're eligible for—faster and more accurately than ever before. The conversation highlights Beacon's unique development process rooted in family and provider feedback, the platform's rigorous privacy and security protections, and how Illinois is partnering with clinicians statewide to boost adoption.
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What does leadership look like when calm replaces command? In this episode of The Bridge, host Alex Siegars — Founder of Yacht Crew Center — talks with Vlado Madžgalj, Chief Officer of M/Y OꞰKO, about navigating the demands of a 41-meter charter yacht, managing older crew with respect—not ego—and the mindset it takes to rise from deckhand to officer by 25. Vlado shares his journey from growing up by the sea in Montenegro to earning his Master 500 and leading through one of the busiest Mediterranean charter seasons imaginable. Together, they explore what modern leadership in yachting truly means — integrity, adaptability, and balance. ✅ Life onboard a high-intensity 41m charter yacht — 12 charters, 48-hour turnarounds ✅ Earning authority as a young officer without ego or shouting ✅ The calm under pressure — how to lead through storms and long seasons ✅ Crew dynamics across generations: teamwork vs. hierarchy ✅ Lessons from the bridge: accountability, trust, and staying humble ✅ The road from deckhand to Chief Officer — and beyond to Captaincy ✅ How multicultural crews shape stronger leaders
Louisville-based GoodMaps, hatched at the American Printing House for the Blind, provides turn-by-turn directions in train stations, airports and other indoor spaces. Theresa Reno-Weber saw right away that GoodMaps, which had been developed to help blind and low sighted people navigate indoor spaces, had enormous potential for sighted people as well. So, she jumped in, first as Chief Operating Officer, then as CEO, and has been expanding its reach ever since. The expansion is no surprise to Anne Lancaster, Chief Officer for Innovation and Strategy at the American Printing House for the Blind. Like curb cuts, closed captions, and 33-⅓ records, ideas developed to serve one special group often grow to be used by many others. Midwest Moxie's executive producer is Audrey Nowakowski. She produced this episode. Subscribe to Midwest Moxie wherever you get your podcasts. And if you love Midwest Moxie as much as we do, help us out by posting a review.
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October 7, 2025 ~ David Cowen, Chief Officer of Parks and Public Spaces Downtown Detroit Partnership joins Eric Larson in for Paul W Smith. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Protect your family with our 1-minute free parent quiz https://www.smartsocial.com/newsletterJoin our next weekly live parent events: https://smartsocial.com/eventsEpisode Summary:Join host Josh Ochs on the SmartSocial.com Podcast as he sits down with Dr. John Armstrong, Chief Officer for Technology and Innovation at Joliet Public Schools District 86. In this episode, they discuss proactive strategies for online safety, the impact of social media on students, and the importance of early digital literacy education. Dr. Armstrong shares practical advice for parents and educators on managing screen time, setting boundaries, and understanding the nuances of digital privacy.Become a Smart Social VIP (Very Informed Parents) Member: https://SmartSocial.com/vipDistrict Leaders: Schedule a free phone consultation to get ideas on how to protect your students in your community https://smartsocial.com/partnerDownload the free Smart Social app: https://www.smartsocial.com/appdownloadLearn about the top 190+ popular teen apps: https://smartsocial.com/app-guide-parents-teachers/View the top parental control software: https://smartsocial.com/parental-control-software/The SmartSocial.com Podcast helps parents and educators to keep their kids safe on social media, so they can Shine Online™
This week Brian and Harrison kick things off by covering all the major AFL headlines and a few other areas of interest; the new AFL rule changes, Tassie Devils draft concessions, trade buzz, Seven merger with MMM (SCA), a couple of 'CHAT-BT's' and plenty more. Joining them on the mic this week is Country Fire Authority (CFA) Chief Officer, Jason Heffernan. Jason has been involved in fire fighting services for the last 20 years, first with the NSW Rural Fire Service and more recently with the CFA, he is a well-respected expert in the field. The Country Fire Authority (CFA) is a volunteer fire service responsible for fire suppression, rescues, and response to other accidents and hazards across most of the state of Victoria. They covered; the history and function of the CFA, what makes a dangerous fire event/season, how they start, past major fire events, fears around the upcoming season, how the community can be getting fire ready, the challenges that the CFA is currently facing (aging volunteer demographic / the fire levy / regulations etc.) and much, much more. We thoroughly enjoyed this discussion and we hope you do too. This episode is brought to you by: Yellow Iron Fleet Chat BT: Voice messages Hosts: Brian & Harrison Taylor Guest: Jason Heffernan Produced by Harrison Taylor Audio & Video by Rhino Productions Get in touch with us or see more: Mailbag - lobmailbag@gmail.com Enquiries - harrison@ncmanagement.com.au Instagram - @lifeofbrianpodcast Tiktok - @lifeofbrianpodcast
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Discover the new podcast series "Progressive Pollsters". The second episode with Kaisa Vatanen focusing on the electoral prospects of European social democracy!
The South Australian Metropolitan Fire Service is today mourning the loss of one of its firefighters. On Wednesday, 13 August 2025, Commander Adrienne Clarke OAM AFSM, passed away surrounded by family. Adrienne was a pioneer for women in firefighting, breaking through barriers and paving the way for others to follow. A third-generation firefighter following in the footsteps of her father and grandfather, Adrienne began her career with the MFS as the first female firefighter in 1987. Adrienne faced challenges and fought against gender stereotypes. With grit and determination she changed what it meant to be a firefighter, making our service more inclusive and diverse. Adrienne was a fierce advocate for women in firefighting, championing for equal and appropriate conditions, equipment, uniform and standards. She was dedicated to serving the community and helping others, organising the MFS Children’s Christmas party to ensure that children of MFS firefighters and those of disadvantaged backgrounds could celebrate the season. She also coordinated the donation of toys to children in the Burns Unit of the Women’s and Children’s Hospital, bringing joy and comfort during difficult times. Her career, which spanned almost four decades, saw Adrienne rise up MFS ranks to the level of Commander. During this time, she was the recipient of a variety of prestigious awards, including a Medal of the Order of Australia (2019) and an Australian Fire Service Medal (2016). Adrienne embodied the MFS spirit, demonstrating leadership, compassion, determination, and selflessness. Adrienne’s passing is an enormous loss for the MFS, and wider emergency services community.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Throughout the season, Change Champions will share stories of neighborhood impact. Together, Boeing and Seattle Sounders FC will help shine a light on local organizations that strengthen the communities where our employees and fans live and work. This episode's guest is Jeanice Hardy, Chief Officer of Programs at YWCA Seattle. Hardy joined YWCA Seattle | King | Snohomish in 1998 as an Employment Counselor and was promoted to Program Director within six months. She advanced to Regional Director of King County Emergency Housing and Intervention, overseeing the largest and most diverse portfolio among YWCA regional directors—including emergency shelter, housing stability, youth services, gender-based violence programs, and parent reunification. Before YWCA, she owned Washington Works for eight years, a welfare-to-work program for low-income women.
Many states have established educational attainment goals to align a skilled workforce with industry needs, mainly focusing on adults with some college experience but no degree, who often face challenges such as debt despite progressing toward completion. The NC Reconnect project, initiated four years ago with a small cohort of five colleges, has expanded to 20 community colleges across North Carolina, engaging over 42,000 learners and enrolling more than 2,500, resulting in a combined $2.9M return on investment in additional tuition revenue for the first term. This project has provided valuable insights into effectively supporting and retaining adult learners, leading to transformative changes at Forsyth Tech and Durham Tech Community Colleges through enhanced professional development for staff and improved internal processes for connecting with adult learners. Ultimately, this initiative has equipped colleges with tools to serve their learners better while enhancing college culture and staff satisfaction. Guests: · Paula Dibley, Chief Officer of Student Success & Strategic Innovation at Forsyth Technical Community College · Abraham Dones, Vice President and Chief Student Services Officer at Durham Technical Community College
Guy Santelli is a retire Chief Officer from the City of Kenosha, WI Fire Department and a long time friend I've worked with on Community Risk Reduction and code geek stuff for many years. In this episode, Henry and I were lucky enough to be doing a balloon event in Wisconsin and Guy and his son came along to help, and I brough the microphone to capture some of Guy's history and stories. Comments or suggestions? Contact us at: Email - FirehouseLogbook@gmail.comTwitter - @FDLogbookInstagram - @FDLogbookPodcastFacebook - www.facebook.com/FDLogbookPodcastWebsite - www.firehouselogbook.captivate.fm Music: "Tired traveler on the way to go home", Andrew Codeman via Freemusicarchive.com
Frank Leeb is the managing director of the First Responder Center for Excellence (FRCE). He previously served as a Deputy Assistant Chief in the Fire Department of New York. Retiring in June 2024 with more than 31 years. During his tenure with the FDNY, he held several senior staff positions, including the Chief of the Fire Academy, Chief of Training, and Chief of Safety. Frank has also been a East Farmingdale Fire Department member since 1983 (Long Island, NY). Frank Leeb's career has been defined by his unwavering commitment to fostering growth through training and development, a central tenet of his leadership philosophy. He has lectured nationally and internationally on motivation, preparedness, leadership, and firefighting strategy, and tactics. He holds a bachelor's in fire service administration from SUNY Empire State and a master's in security studies from the Naval Postgraduate School, Center for Homeland Defense and Security (CHDS). He has served as an advisory panel member for UL Firefighter Safety Research Institute's (FSRI) “Study of Coordinated Attack in Acquired Structures”. Frank was also the keynote speaker for Firehouse Expo in 2022 and was a presenter at the 2022, 2023, and 2024 U.S. Fire Administrator Summit on Fire Prevention and Control. He is also the author of the best-selling book “Cornerstones of Leadership - On And Off The fireground” and coauthor of “30 Fires You Must Know”.connect with Frank HEREACCESS THE PODCAST LIBRARY & EVERY EPISODE, DEBRIEF & DOCUMENT CLICK HEREPODCAST GIFT - Get your FREE subscription to essential Firefighting publications HERE A big thanks to our partners for supporting this episode.GORE-TEX Professional ClothingMSA The Safety CompanyIDEXFIRE & EVACUATION SERVICE LTD HAIX Footwear - Get offical podcast discount on HAIX HEREXendurance - to hunt performance & endurance 20% off HERE with code ffp20Lyfe Linez - Get Functional Hydration FUEL for FIREFIGHTERS, Clean no sugar for daily hydration. 80% of people live dehydratedSend us a textSupport the show***The views expressed in this episode are those of the individual speakers. Our partners are not responsible for the content of this episode and does not warrant its accuracy or completeness.*** Please support the podcast and its future by clicking HERE and joining our Patreon Crew
This episode of Justice Speaks highlights the leadership journey of Chief Daniel Hernandez of the Orange County Probation Department. From juvenile hall to Chief Officer, he shares insights on probation innovation, early intervention, and the qualities of effective probation officers in today's justice system.
On today's episode, Morgan leads a foremother meditation dedicated to Georgia Gilmore—a chef, civil rights activist, and unsung hero who used her culinary talents to fuel the movement, proving that change can start in the kitchen.Vanessa and Morgan then explore two essential life-saving skills: understanding calories and mastering grocery shopping like a pro. The duo breaks down how to shop strategically and decode nutrition labels, empowering listeners to make informed, healthier choices at the store.Plus, Sandria Washington returns with an insightful interview featuring registered dietitian and Chief Officer of Harlem Grown, Shanon Morris, diving into the intersection of nutrition, education, and community impact.Tune in for knowledge, inspiration, and practical tips for better living!Important Disclaimers: While this episode provides helpful information, we are not medical experts. Please consult your doctor for personalized advice.
We're back with more incredible stories and inspiring voices in the world of disability inclusion.
Africa's cities are expanding at an unprecedented rate.A new report from the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) and the Sahel and West Africa Club says the urban population will double to 1.4 billion by 2050.But are these cities prepared to handle the growing demand for housing, transport and services? And as urban areas evolve, who truly stands to benefit from this transformation?BBC Africa Daily's Alan Kasujja explores this with Patrick Analo Akivaga, Chief Officer for Urban Development in Nairobi as well as Kenyan photographer Mutua Matheka, who documents Nairobi's changing cityscapes and comedian Ty Ngachira, who shares his experience of moving to the capital.
In this episode of Tech Sales Insights, Randy Seidl is joined by Dr. Courtney McCashland, Chief Officer of Science and Strategy at AuctusIQ, to discuss data-driven strategies for improving sales performance. The conversation delves into the significance of understanding key attributes in top sales performers, the benefits of using talent assessments, and how AuctusIQ provides actionable insights to align talent with commercial success. Dr. McCashland shares her extensive background in positive business psychology and how it helps identify what drives success in individuals. Additionally, the episode touches on the unique challenges and opportunities for women in sales, as revealed by recent research.KEY TAKEAWAYSPositive Psychology in Sales: The importance of leveraging natural talents and behaviors for success in sales is emphasized, advocating for positive psychology approaches over trying to change inherent traits.Effective Talent Assessment: AuctusIQ's approach to sales performance assessment focuses on identifying behaviors and competencies directly linked to successful sales outcomes, helping organizations align talent strategies with commercial goals.Transformation Through Training: The necessity for tailored, individualized training plans is highlighted to effectively develop sales reps and managers, thereby improving performance and revenue growth.Gender in Sales: Research shows that women in sales often outperform their male counterparts, though they remain underrepresented. Organizations are encouraged to recruit more women and leverage their unique strengths.Sustained Development: Continuous measurement and re-measurement, combined with coaching and training, significantly enhance proficiency in sales competencies, directly impacting revenue.QUOTES"What we're doing is we're really getting underneath those natural patterns of behavior, those talents that explain why some people succeed.""Everything we measure is anchored in what explains success.""You see that mental edge differentiates professionals even more than at a collegiate level.""Positive psychology is aligning your natural gifts that help you be great at certain things into doing those things so you can reach excellence.""The biggest thing is you've got to make sure you're measuring what matters."Find out more about Courtney McCashland through the link/s below:https://www.linkedin.com/in/courtney-mccashland/This episode is sponsored by AuctusIQ, the Sales Performance Assessment sponsor of the Sales Community. AuctusIQ is a sales data and science software company with the mission of providing the right data to solve your three biggest challenges: selecting and retaining exceptional talent, coaching to ensure readiness to meet or beat quota, and winning more deals.
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Welcome to Chatter with BNC, Business North Carolina's weekly podcast, serving up interviews with some of the Tar Heel State's most interesting people. Today's episode features an interview with Scott Dorney, the Executive Director of the North Carolina Military Business Center. Originally from Allentown, PA, Scott graduated from The Citadel in Charleston, SC in May 1977. He also earned a Masters in International Affairs Degree from Columbia University in New York, NY in 1988. Prior to joining the NCMBC in 2004, Scott served six years as the Chief Officer for Support Services for the City of Fayetteville. In this capacity, he directed Human Resources and had management responsibility for other departments, including Risk Management and Information Technology. An entity of the State embedded in our community colleges (with 17 offices statewide), the NCMBC is a unique business development and technology transition organization that grows the defense economy by expanding federal contracting and supporting retention of transitioning military personnel and recruitment of defense contractors to North Carolina. ----- NCMBC Website Scott Dorney on LinkedIn
In the latest episode of Life of a CISO, Dr. Eric Cole reflects on the importance of understanding the “season” you're in, both in life and in your cybersecurity career. Using vivid analogies, Dr. Cole explains how rushing processes or forcing outcomes in the wrong timing can lead to unnecessary struggles. Just like planting seeds in winter won't yield results, trying to force growth when conditions aren't right in your personal or professional life can waste energy and resources. Dr. Cole also discusses the need to redefine the role of a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO). He proposes the title of "Chief Officer of Information Security" to shift focus from a purely technical mindset to a broader, business-aligned strategy. This change underscores the need for CISOs to align their purpose and passion, not just in cybersecurity but in life. Dr. Cole emphasizes the power of belief, urging listeners to see themselves as capable leaders who can bridge gaps between technical knowledge and executive needs. Through this empowering journey, Dr. Cole offers tools and techniques to help listeners accelerate their growth, embrace their roles, and ultimately thrive as world-class leaders in cybersecurity.
In this special year-in-review episode of Life of a CISO, Dr. Eric Cole dives deep into the importance of regular self-assessment and the pitfalls of waiting for a single moment—like New Year's resolutions—to address critical issues. Highlighting the flawed mindset behind delayed action, Dr. Cole emphasizes that if a problem takes 12 months to identify, it might already be beyond repair, requiring a complete overhaul rather than a quick fix. He challenges both individuals and organizations to adopt a continuous improvement mindset, focusing on consistent, actionable changes instead of relying on ineffective, short-term resolutions. Dr. Cole further explores the role of Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs), clarifying that their primary responsibility is not technical expertise but acting as business leaders who align information security with organizational growth and profitability. By reimagining the CISO as a "Chief Officer with a focus on information security," he underscores the necessity of redefining one's role, building strong relationships with executive peers, and demonstrating value in business terms. Whether you're a seasoned CISO, aspiring to the role, or looking for broader career insights, this episode offers actionable strategies for reflection and growth. Dr. Cole's candid advice on understanding your true career aspirations—whether technical or managerial—serves as a powerful reminder that success comes from clarity, alignment, and commitment to the right path. Tune in to discover how to approach your personal and professional year-in-review effectively, and prepare to achieve new heights in the year ahead.
On this episode we are looking back at 2024, and talking about what's on the horizon for 2025.On this Podcast (In Order of Appearance)NarratorSara Brown, APH Public Relations ManagerCraig Meador, APH PresidentAnne Lancaster, APH Vice President, Chief Officer, Innovation and StrategyPaul Schroeder, APH Vice President, Impact & OutreachJo Haas, APH Vice President, Advancement & The Dot ExperienceAdditional Links The Dot ExperienceMeet MonarchEmail Change Makers
The Premier and Governor discuss the state of the country. The Deputy Premier, Minister of Tourism and Ports, and Chief Officer assess damage to Little Cayman and Cayman Brac. Cayman Crime Stoppers offers a hefty award for a wanted man. #RCNEWS #RADIOCAYMAN #CAYMANISLANDS
In this compelling episode of The CJ Moneyway Show, where we engage in a thought-provoking conversation with Eric McHugh, the visionary resident at ShopX Labs and co-founder and Chief Officer of Data Dating. Eric shares his groundbreaking work at the intersection of technology and human connection, exploring how data-driven innovation is transforming the way we find love and build relationships. From the challenges of modern dating to the future of digital matchmaking, Eric offers a fascinating glimpse into the next frontier of relationships. Tune in to discover how technology is reshaping the landscape of love in the 21st century. #CJMoneywayShow #Podcast #TechInnovation #Entrepreneurship #EricMcHugh #DataDating #ShopXLabs #Inspiration #SuccessStories #podmatch #Tech #NFThttps://www.thecjmoneywayshow.com/https://amzn.to/3WnTTYxcommunity.podmatch.com/share/d0Ibua7Om2eJoukZhttps://www.podmatch.com/member/1711098680446915345315030https://myw.tf/3qu8kzduhttps://www.myworld.com/joinforfree?redirect_uri=https%3a%2f%2flink.myworld.com%2fdynamic%2fKi4BZ1HAJ6k1WfpKAhttps://www.youtube.com/@themoneywayshow8493Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-c-j-moneyway-show/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
17 years of career experience. A Battalion Chief with Rockdale County east of Atlanta. Even though Tyler is a Chief Officer he is still a Firefighter at heart who gets down in the trenches with his members ranging from physical fitness and drilling in the training yard. Upon entering his journey into the fire service Tyler surrounded himself with seasoned veterans whom he wanted to learn and absorb as much information and skill possible. Bearers Of The Oath Cadre member and overall just a good dude. My favorite quote from the interview is this “Company Officers make sure there crews are capable of doing their job as needed.”
2nd generation Firefighter with 15 years of volunteer and career experience. A driver on 17 Truck for the City Of Pittsburgh Bureau Of Fire, Assistant Fire Chief for Stowe Township VFD and out of state member for West Lanham Co 28 in PG County. My conversation with Brandon was an absolute delight due to the fact of how humble and open he was when it comes to not knowing every aspect of the job, continuing to better himself through books, attending classes/conferences, and listening to the members before him. Brandon's mindset when it comes to being a Firefighter and a Chief Officer is without a shadow of a doubt what I hope we all try to strive for with the key take away being we can't forget where we came from and just because you have rank doesn't mean your better.IG: gritfiretraining
Dr. John Draper (he/him) was the Chief Officer of the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline and an Unapologetically Black Unicorn. Dr. Draper helps us understand the genesis of the new 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline and what he hopes gets accomplished through the new lifeline. They talk about geolocation, how to serve people where they are and building trust and making others feel empowered. Inseparable's Better Response Report: https://www.inseparable.us/abetterresponse/ Unapologetically Black Unicorns 988 & Crisis Systems Reform Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KUdw451JL3w&list=PLxolYqklWoEND-6LQRnqJXi4mG5k_8HLx The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is now: 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline Contact the show: UBU@UnapologeticallyBlackUnicorns.info
In this episode, Dr. Poole shares his insights on navigating DEI work amidst politically charged times and emphasizes the importance of process improvement and stakeholder experience. They discuss how to identify and support students who fall through the margins, the significance of PD, and the need for cultural consciousness over competence. Cameron also highlights the role of data-driven decision-making and intentionality in creating equitable learning environments. Cameron's call to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Access, Justice, and human advocacy started long before he considered himself a professional in those areas. As a Senior in college, he studied abroad in Cape Town, South Africa as a Fieldworker Intern with the Black Sash Trust. In the field, he used the Black Sash strategy of Community-Based Monitoring which provides a mechanism for civil society to gather and analyze information from the service users' points of view, which was then transcribed and used as a strategy for change with local and national governments.Cameron currently serves as the Chief Officer of Equity, Inclusion, and Accountability / Title IX Compliance Coordinator with the School District of Clayton (MO). Prior to his stint in Clayton, Cameron served as an Assistant Principal in the Rockwood School District, and a teacher in the Parkway School District. He also currently serves as an Adjunct Professor in the Equity & Excellence Masters Certificate Program for McDaniel College and the Doctorate of Educational Leadership Program (Urban Policies and Leadership) for Maryville University. Cameron is also the Founder + Principal of his own consulting firm, Strategies for Solutions, LLC. Strategies for Solutions is a social equity and educational consultancy that specializes in the following: Strategic Planning and Visioning, Community Engagement, DEI, and Organizational Development. Cameron obtained an undergraduate degree in History, with an emphasis on American History Post-Reconstruction, and a Sociology Minor, from Truman State University. He also has a Master of Teaching/Education from Webster University, a Master of Educational Administration from Missouri Baptist University, and a Doctorate of Educational Leadership from Maryville University. https://www.linkedin.com/in/doc-cameron-poole/Book: Educator to Entrepreneur: IGNITE Your Path to Freelance SuccessLet me help you determine the next steps in your career!Grab a complimentary POWER SessionWith Rubi.ai, you'll experience cutting-edge technology, research-driven insights, and efficient content delivery.email: melinda@empowereducator.comWebsite: www.empowereducator.com Join the PowerED Up Educator Facebook Group Become a Curriculum and Instructional Designer 3-Course Bundle 4-Course Bundle: Curriculum and Instructional Design, Customer Success, Training & Ed Consulting, Freelancing
Guest Dimitry Anselme is the Chief Officer of Growth and Engagement with Facing History & Ourselves. In that role, he innovates program design for school and district implementation and facilitates organizational partnerships in the US and internationally. Facing History partners with educators worldwide to help students prepare for civic life and better understand themselves and the world. Summary In this episode, Dimitri and Jeff discuss the persistence of hate and racism despite society's efforts to combat it. They delve into the mission of Facing History and Ourselves to challenge bigotry and hatred through engaging history teaching. The conversation also explores the challenges of teaching sensitive topics like the Holocaust and the increasing need for tolerance education in elementary schools. They underscore the importance of raising ethical children and Facing History's outreach efforts, including partnerships with aligned organizations. The discussion also touches on the intersection of education, curiosity, and professional development, emphasizing the importance of preparing teachers and fostering curiosity for creativity and problem-solving. Social Media Website - https://www.facinghistory.org/
Glenn Davis starts the show discussing Real Madrid's comeback win against FC Barcelona and a Milan Derby that ends the Serie A title race. Introducing the newest segment "Theatre of the Bizarre", Davis reviews Nahuel Guzman's controversial actions during El Clasico Regio. Additionally, Davis breaks down all the action from the Austin FC 1-0 win against Houston for the Texas Derby in Hector Herrera's first match after his injury. Davis transitions to more MLS action outside of Texas to discuss Inter Miami's win over Nashville and Riqui Puig amazing performance with LA Galaxy. Finally, Greg Lalas, USL Marketing Chief Officer, joins live to discuss the current state of the American soccer market.
In this episode hear how Bhimchand's chief officer meets and then praises Guru Gobind Singh. This relates to Chapter 35 of season (rut) one.
Dr. James Horn is President and Chief Officer of Jamestown Rediscovery (Preservation Virginia) at Historic Jamestowne. Previously, he has served as Vice President of Research and Historical Interpretation at the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation, Saunders Director of the International Center for Jefferson Studies at Monticello, and taught for twenty years at the University of Brighton, England. He has been a Fulbright Scholar and held fellowships at the Johns Hopkins University, the College of William and Mary, and Harvard University. He is a Fellow of the Royal Historical Society. A leading scholar of early Virginia and English America, Dr. Horn is the author and editor of numerous books and articles including three that we have leaned on extensively in this podcast, A Land As God Made It: Jamestown and the Birth of America; 1619: Jamestown and the Forging of American Democracy; and most recently A Brave and Cunning Prince: The Great Chief Opechancanough and the War for America. (I'll get a little tip if you buy them through the links above.) Our conversation focuses on the extraordinary life of Opechancanough, the fascinating man who twice led the Powhatan Confederacy in wars to expel English settlers from the James River and the Chesapeake. As longstanding and attentive listeners know, Opechancanough may or may not have been the same man as Paquiquineo, taken by the Spanish in the Chesapeake in 1561, received in the court of Philip II, christened Don Luis de Velasco in Mexico City, and returned to his homeland in 1570. Jim persuades me that Opechancanough was, in fact, the same man. Along the way I learn, a bit too late, how to pronounce various names properly. X (Twitter): @TheHistoryOfTh2 Facebook: The History of the Americans Podcast
In this episode hear how Bhimchand rejects the advice of his close council and sends his chief officer to Anandpur Sahib to meet with the Guru. This relates to Chapter 34 of season (rut) 1.
The commitment to environmental sustainability is rippling through the manufacturing world, from lifecycle management initiatives, to promises on behalf of executives to reduce the carbon footprint of their products. But it takes smart tools to give manufacturers the kind of data they need to evaluate real trade-offs between cost, carbon and design functionality. That's why PTC and aPriori have partnered together to deliver sustainability insights directly to design engineers, cost engineers, and sourcing professionals right within the software they're already using every day, such as PTC Creo and other 3D CAD products. Catherine Knicker guides PTC Strategy as the Chief Officer of Strategy and Marketing. We spoke at aPriori's recent Manufacturing Insights Conference, where Catherine Knicker explained how PTC helps industrial and manufacturing companies incorporate sustainability throughout their entire product lifecycle, from design and manufacturing to service and end of life. We spoke about the skills and data that front-end designers need to really make a measurable impact on environmental goals. And she talked about how successful companies are empowering their decision-makers with the data and the tools they need to make the best real-time decisions for their business and for the planet.