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In this episode of Uncommon Real Estate, Chris sits down with Kaleo Kina — Naval Academy graduate, Navy veteran, and current Chief Operating Officer of a thriving real estate team in Coastal Virginia. Kaleo shares how relationships have been the single biggest driver of his personal and professional growth. From overcoming early childhood adversity to intentionally seeking out high-level mentors, Kaleo walks us through his framework for building strategic relationships that open doors, fast-track success, and create meaningful, mutual value.What You'll Learn:Why relationships, not just hustle, are the real growth multiplierHow to approach high-level mentors when you have “nothing to offer”The three types of people every high-performer needs in their lifeHow to turn relationships into rocket fuel for your real estate businessWhat top team culture looks like in real life — not just theoryConnect with Kaleo:

Donald Trump's second term has now entered its second month. His administration is doing much to slow down renewables, and everything it can to slow down offshore wind. Jael Holzman is a senior reporter at Heatmap and the author of our newsletter, “The Fight,” about local battles over renewable permitting around the country. On this week's episode of Shift Key, Rob and Jesse talk to Jael about the bleak outlook for offshore wind, the use of presidential authority to impede energy development, and why solar has been spared — so far. Shift Key is hosted by Jesse Jenkins, a professor of energy systems engineering at Princeton University, and Robinson Meyer, Heatmap's executive editor.Mentioned: The FightHeatmap ProOffshore Wind Faces Its ‘Worst Case Scenario' Under TrumpTrump is targeting Dominion's Coastal Virginia offshore wind project in VirginiaA Wave of Anti-Renewables Bills Hits State LegislaturesNew York's Battery BacklashHow Bad Information Is Breaking the Energy TransitionSolar's Growing “Prime Farmland” ProblemJesse's upshift; Rob's upshift.--Music for Shift Key is by Adam Kromelow. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Plus: Dominion's CEO isn't worried about permits being revoked for its Coastal Virginia offshore wind project; Senate committee advances legislation that could impact local electoral boards; funding for Mayo Bridge; and other stories.    In the podcast: Dominion's CEO isn't concerned that the Trump administration could revoke permits for its Coastal Virginia offshore wind project. 

Laura Faison is the Chief Communications Officer for Goodwill of Central and Coastal Virginia.  We discuss creating Halloween costumes from repurposed materials available at Goodwill, sustainability practices, Goodwill's mission, donation policies and more.   Goodwill Good Eye Podcast Contact

Gov. Glenn Youngkin recently announced additional key administration and board appointments: State Rehabilitation Council for the Blind and Vision Impaired – John Leopold of Henrico, chief administrative officer at Goodwill of Central and Coastal Virginia; Live Horseracing Compact Committee – Waqas Ahmed of Henrico, executive secretary at Virginia Racing Commission; State Emergency Medical Services Advisory Board – Lisa Baber of Henrico, deputy fire chief at New Kent County Fire and Rescue Department. * * * Anabelle Krawitz of Henrico recently joined the Class of 2028 at Hamilton College in Clinton, N.Y. Krawitz is a graduate of Glen Allen High School....Article LinkSupport the show

Rideshare services revolutionized public transportation, giving customers a fast, easy way to catch a ride almost anywhere. Unfortunately, ride-sharing also has several downsides, with accidents topping the list.  Unlike other transportation businesses, rideshare companies generally do not consider their drivers employees. This distinction can be confusing if you are involved in a rideshare accident and want to file a claim with an insurance company.  The attorneys at Cooper Hurley Injury Lawyers are well acquainted with rideshare drivers' special circumstances. A Virginia rideshare accident lawyer can handle even the most complicated Uber and Lyft cases. If you or someone you love has been injured in a rideshare accident, expert guidance from a lawyer is essential.With more than 120 years of combined experience, Cooper Hurley Injury Lawyers have earned the title of “The Car Crash Experts.” We have helped clients recover millions in financial settlements and jury awards. Our case results are a testament to our knowledge and dedication.  An experienced attorney can offer valuable insights, alleviate the stress of communicating with insurance companies, and negotiate a higher settlement. If you choose a Lyft or Uber accident attorney in Virginia, you will gain significant advantages, including:  Affordable representation: You'll receive a free initial consultation and won't pay a fee unless we win your case.  Superior customer service: We prioritize individualized customer service and are happy to address your questions and concerns.  Award-winning attorneys: Our team members are nationally recognized as Super Lawyers, Top 100 Trial Lawyers, and Top Lawyers of Coastal Virginia. At Cooper Hurley Injury Lawyers, we focus our time and energy on personal injury victims and never represent insurance companies. We will always look out for your best interests, health, and financial security.ABOUT COOPER HURLEY INJURY LAWYERSCooper Hurley Injury Lawyers helps those injured in car, truck, and motorcycle wrecks or other serious injury and wrongful death cases. Our Virginia-based firm is located in Norfolk, Virginia with client meeting locations in all of the cities of Hampton Roads and on the Eastern Shore.Our partners, John Cooper, Jim Hurley, Bill O'Mara, Griff O'Hanlon, and John Baker, have decades of experience and have secured millions for accident, TBI, railroad, slip and fall, and medical malpractice victims.Injured in a car, truck, or motorcycle accident in Hampton Roads? Get help now at 757-333-3333.Or, visit us online at: https://cooperhurley.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VirginiaBeachinjurylawyerTwitter: https://twitter.com/CooperHurleyLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/cooper-hurley-injury-lawyers/

Even with official action, Hampton Roads will lose a staggering amount of marshland, according to new analysis from NASA and Wetlands Watch.

For Episode 113 we talk with John Larson of Dominion Energy about the development efforts currently underway on the 176 turbine, 2.6GW Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind project. John shares how this project has fueled significant economic development in the region while helping the utility diversify their generation portfolio and save on fuel costs. Additional Resources: NCSEA/CICE CVOW Tour: https://www.chambersforinnovation.com/insights/dominion-osw-tour Dominion Acquires Kitty Hawk North: https://prn.to/3W0KHch BOEM Greenlights Additional Leasing Areas: https://bit.ly/45YmOH0 Presented by NC Sustainable Energy Association. Hosted and produced by Matt Abele (Twitter: @MattAbele) Be sure to follow us on Instagram at @squeakycleanpodcast.

In this episode of the Nine Finger Chronicles podcast, host Dan Johnson interviews Kevin Creeley, a firefighter and avid hunter from Virginia. They discuss Kevin's career as a firefighter and how it allows him to have a flexible schedule for hunting. Kevin shares his journey into hunting, starting with fishing with his grandmother and then transitioning to dog hunting and muzzleloader hunting. He eventually became interested in bow hunting and joined a hunting club where he learned from experienced bow hunters. Kevin also talks about the importance of equipment and gaining confidence in archery. In this conversation, Kevin Creeley shares his experiences hunting in Virginia, specifically focusing on hunt clubs and the unique challenges and benefits they offer. He discusses the dynamics of hunt clubs, including the allocation of hunting spots and the positive and negative aspects of being a member. Kevin also talks about the different terrains in Western and Coastal Virginia and how they impact deer behavior. He touches on out-of-state hunts and his goals for the future, as well as his experiences hunting sea ka deer on the Eastern Shore. Overall, Kevin provides valuable insights into the hunting opportunities and experiences available in Virginia. Takeaways: Being a firefighter allows Kevin to have a flexible schedule for hunting. Kevin started his hunting journey with fishing and then transitioned to dog hunting and muzzleloader hunting. He gained confidence in archery by practicing and learning about equipment. Joining a hunting club and learning from experienced bow hunters helped Kevin improve his hunting skills. Hunt clubs in Virginia have both positive and negative aspects, including the allocation of hunting spots and the potential for secrecy and favoritism. The terrains in Western and Coastal Virginia differ, with Western Virginia offering more diverse food sources and potentially larger bucks. Out-of-state hunts provide unique opportunities to explore different terrains and hunting styles. Sea ka deer hunting on the Eastern Shore of Virginia is a thrilling experience, with aggressive deer behavior and unique hunting techniques. Virginia offers a wide range of hunting opportunities, including deer, turkeys, ducks, and sea ka deer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of the Nine Finger Chronicles podcast, host Dan Johnson interviews Kevin Creeley, a firefighter and avid hunter from Virginia. They discuss Kevin's career as a firefighter and how it allows him to have a flexible schedule for hunting. Kevin shares his journey into hunting, starting with fishing with his grandmother and then transitioning to dog hunting and muzzleloader hunting. He eventually became interested in bow hunting and joined a hunting club where he learned from experienced bow hunters. Kevin also talks about the importance of equipment and gaining confidence in archery. In this conversation, Kevin Creeley shares his experiences hunting in Virginia, specifically focusing on hunt clubs and the unique challenges and benefits they offer. He discusses the dynamics of hunt clubs, including the allocation of hunting spots and the positive and negative aspects of being a member. Kevin also talks about the different terrains in Western and Coastal Virginia and how they impact deer behavior. He touches on out-of-state hunts and his goals for the future, as well as his experiences hunting sea ka deer on the Eastern Shore. Overall, Kevin provides valuable insights into the hunting opportunities and experiences available in Virginia. Takeaways: Being a firefighter allows Kevin to have a flexible schedule for hunting. Kevin started his hunting journey with fishing and then transitioned to dog hunting and muzzleloader hunting. He gained confidence in archery by practicing and learning about equipment. Joining a hunting club and learning from experienced bow hunters helped Kevin improve his hunting skills. Hunt clubs in Virginia have both positive and negative aspects, including the allocation of hunting spots and the potential for secrecy and favoritism. The terrains in Western and Coastal Virginia differ, with Western Virginia offering more diverse food sources and potentially larger bucks. Out-of-state hunts provide unique opportunities to explore different terrains and hunting styles. Sea ka deer hunting on the Eastern Shore of Virginia is a thrilling experience, with aggressive deer behavior and unique hunting techniques. Virginia offers a wide range of hunting opportunities, including deer, turkeys, ducks, and sea ka deer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Recently I interviewed long time friend Robb Overholt. Robb is a writer, speaker, musician, and iconoclast hailing from Coastal Virginia, USA. He lives with the disease Multiple Sclerosis and continues to fight in spite of disability. Robb's new book is an authentic and raw look into the challenges of life and how to work through them with a God who gives the "assurance of with" rather than the "assurance of why." Pick up a copy of Grief: Meditations on the Struggle to Embrace Life's Troubles for yourself and those you know who are facing tough times. The Post-Christian Podcast and Giveaways: Our goal with The Post-Christian Podcast is to reframe, simplify, and focus on our mission to make disciples in a post Christian culture. We discuss reaching new people and raising up leaders while removing the barriers of churchianity. Be sure to sign up for my email newsletter at www.ericbryant.org for a chance to win future book giveaways and assessments! Subscribe, Rate, and Review The Post-Christian Podcast at Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube.com/@ericbryant777, or wherever you listen to your podcasts. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/eric-bryant1/support

Black Wallstreet Today welcomes Sia Alexander. Pure Lagos African Arts Initiative is working in tandem with the Bells Mill Historical and Research Society to liberate the minds and hearts of the Tidewater, VA community and beyond with respect to the legacy of the Transatlantic trade in human beings. Our mission is to utilize creative artistic expression to heal the wounds of the past. We highlight brilliant West African artists from our collective in Lagos, Nigeria and bring their contemporary works over to our Hampton Roads galleries for exhibition and sale. Many of these artists are living below the poverty line in an African nation still reeling from the after-effects of colonialism and slavery. https://www.purelagos.com/ https://www.hrgreenbook.com/k:pure+lagos Interested in sponsoring the podcast? Want to contact Blair? Info@BlackBRAND.biz . The Black Wall Street Today (BWST) radio show is focused on all things Black entrepreneurship and hosted by Virginia Tech alumnae Blair Durham, co-founder and co-President of Black BRAND. The BWST podcast is produced by using selected audio from the radio show and other Black BRAND events. BWST is the media outlet for Black BRAND. Black BRAND is a 501(c)(3) organization that stands for Business Research Analytics Networking and Development. We are Hampton Roads Regional Black Chamber of Commerce. We promote group economics through professional development and community empowerment, and we unify the black dollar by providing financial literacy, entrepreneurship training, and networking resources!   http://blackbrand.biz   m.me/blackwallstreettoday  +  info@blackbrand.biz  +  (757) 541-2680 Instagram: www.instagram.com/blackbrandbiz/ + Facebook: www.facebook.com/blackbrandbiz/     Produced by Seko Varner for Positive Vibes Inc. http://www.PositiveVibes.net Find Black Owned Businesses in the 757: www.HRGreenbook.com $20k - $90K of business funding - https://mbcapitalsolutions.com/positive-vibes-consulting/ Money for your business: https://davidallencapital.com/equipment-financing?u=&u=PositiveVibes Money for Real Estate Investments:  https://PositiveVibesConsulting.com Purify yourself, house, and environment to remain safe: https://www.vollara.com/PositiveVibes Invest in stocks via STASH: https://get.stashinvest.com/sekosq72j  Fix your credit: https://positivevibes.myecon.net/my-credit-system/ Raise money with Republic: https://republic.com/raise/i/jpdajr    Melanin, Black History, B1, Black First, ADOS, Foundational Black American, African, Indigenous, Virginia, Underground Railroad, Slavery, America, Black Enterprise, Norfolk, Richmond, Africa, Cupid Shuffle, Gospel Music, Moorish, Negro Spirituals, Stay Woke, Black History Month, Christian, Noble Drew Ali, Malcolm X, Ebony, African American, Entrepreneur, #GetOnCode, Tone Talks, Black American, Afrisynergy News, Black People, Nubian, Empowerment Agenda, BlackWallStreet, Black Wall Street, theWE, Hampton Roads Greenbook --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/black-wall-street-today/message

Alan and Betsy Thompson aren't just very successful real estate professionals and pillars in their community, they are survivors. Having both beat cancer, the pair's unique story is reflected in how they carry themselves in business.   They've seen market cycles come and go, but they have maintained their success and intention to serve.   What's their secret? How do they see the market shaping up for the next few years? In this episode, the couple talk about their journey and how they run their business.   We create clients that create our next clients. -Alan Thompson    Three Things You'll Learn In This Episode    - Survivor story Both Alan and Betsy have endured cancer (for Besty it happened while she was pregnant). How did they get through these difficult times?   -The secret to a shift-proof business How do you make the client experience so good that they bring you the next ones?   - How to master your database Markets like the one we're in prove that pouring into your database will never grow old. What are Alan and Besty doing to pour into their relationships?    Guest Bio  Alan and Betsy Thompson are co-managing partners at The Agency Coastal Virginia.  They are widely respected for their nuanced regional knowledge, approachable nature, easy communication style and positive approach to problem-solving. Trusted, in-demand agents with a vibrant referral network, Alan and Betsy specialize in residential sales throughout Coastal Virginia, from Virginia Beach to Williamsburg, Chesapeake, Norfolk, Suffolk, Smithfield, Poquoson and Yorktown. For more information, head to https://www.theagencyre.com/region/coastal-virginia for more information.

Hit the Civil War Trails on the road to Richmond with Drew Gruber, who joins the Emerging Civil War Podcast to talk about a new trail brochure, The Civil War in Coastal Virginia. Drew Gruber, the executive director for Civil War Trails, recently co-authored To Hell or Richmond: The 1862 Peninsula Campaign with Doug Crenshaw for the Emerging Civil War Series.

Today I’m joined by Realtor and Property Manager Jeff Babb from @Coastal Realty, and CEO of Babb Real Estate. With 176 current properties under management, Jeff knows what it takes to build and maintain that size of business – and it involves setting boundaries to keep your work and family time separate and distinct. The AtCoastal Realty team of professional realtors offers world-class service to clients in the Coastal Virginia & North Carolina Real Estate Markets. They serve the entire Coastal Virginia and Northeastern North Carolina Real Estate Markets including areas such as Chesapeake, Hampton, Newport News, Norfolk, Virginia Beach, Poquoson, Smithfield, Suffolk, and Yorktown. Jeff believes that buying or selling a home does not have to be stressful or overwhelming. Excellent customer service can still make all the difference. He is an expert relationship builder and a master negotiator. A veteran of the property management business in Hampton Roads, Jeff loves helping people turn their real estate into a positive investment. In this episode you’ll hear how Jeff got his start and realized that real estate was the place he wanted to be, making sure he has a team in place to support his lifestyle which includes separating his work and home life with definite boundaries, and some stories around his businesses in both property management and real estate sales. Lending Forward is a weekly podcast hosted by Taylor Ellard and powered by Atlantic Bay Mortgage Group. We bring you raw stories from real people in the mortgage industry. We're covering what's next in lending, forward-thinking, and reflecting on lessons learned from Mortgage Bankers, Realtors, Financial Advisors, Coaches, and more! How are you lending it forward? Founded in 1996, Atlantic Bay Mortgage Group® is a privately owned mortgage lender headquartered in Virginia Beach, Va. Atlantic Bay has been recognized as a Top 100 Mortgage Company in America, Best Mortgage Company, Most Enjoyable Place to Work, and an Inc. 500 Fastest Growing Company. Discussion Points: Jeff has 176 properties currently under management How Jeff got to this point - at a sales award meeting, Jeff realized someone made $75,000 in one month as an agent Agents starting out, or thinking of becoming one– Jeff’s advice is to make a plan to make enough money to cover your bills during a transition Good and bad stories about Jeff’s experiences How Jeff found success with management and listings - tenants that can buy, owners that need management A-ha moment to expand team - Jeff thought he could do it all but …. Business a-ha moment? Setting boundaries between home and business, being aware of balance How did Jeff notice, and what has he changed around boundaries? Targeting only doing business during 9-5 - the business shouldn’t consume you Lending forward? Inventory is low, stagnancy, rentals booming - so educating clients is key, ensure you have a strong base to build on, coach and train your teams Resources/Links: Babb Real Estate Website AtCoastal Real Estate Website Taylor Ellard LinkedIn Atlantic Bay Mortgage Group

Today’s guest on the podcast is Nick Jacovides, founder and CEO of EDC Homes. EDC Homes is an experienced Hampton Roads, Virginia-based home builder offering top-quality homes at affordable prices in Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, Norfolk, Hampton and Portsmouth. Locally owned and operated, they focus on homebuyers looking for prices starting in the low $300,000s as well as homes into the $800,000's. The EDC experience can be summed up in one word: easy. From pre-closing through post-closing, we do everything we can to make the home-buying and move-in process as easy as possible for our customers. EDC homes offer superior value, functional design, and quality to each homebuyer. EDC focuses on core principles of excellent service, customer support, and flexibility, placing great importance on attention to detail and what makes a house a home. I speak with Nick about his decision to pivot his company from the construction lending space after the real estate crash of 2008, the many benefits buyers can expect when purchasing new construction from EDC, and how the market for new homes is finally going to have more inventory available in the coming months and years. Lending Forward is a weekly podcast hosted by Taylor Ellard and powered by Atlantic Bay Mortgage Group. We bring you raw stories from real people in the mortgage industry. We're covering what's next in lending, forward-thinking, and reflecting on lessons learned from Mortgage Bankers, Realtors, Financial Advisors, Coaches, and more! How are you lending it forward? Founded in 1996, Atlantic Bay Mortgage Group® is a privately owned mortgage lender headquartered in Virginia Beach, Va. Atlantic Bay has been recognized as a Top 100 Mortgage Company in America, Best Mortgage Company, Most Enjoyable Place to Work, and an Inc. 500 Fastest Growing Company. Discussion Points: Intro and background - Nick Jacovides How the real estate boom of 2006-07 was very different from the challenges we’ve had in the last few years Building vs. buying? - wait times are finally coming down, EDC actually has unsold, built homes available for the first time in three years What is the EDC advantage? Ranked highly in the Coastal Virginia region, watching trends in home needs, offices, kids play, flex space. Buyers want great kitchens w prep and storage, smart home tech, energy efficiency, energy saving. Importance of four-pronged team - mortgage banker, listing agent, builder, buyer 2-1 rate buy downs from sellers is a great option for some buyers Doing your research as a buyer is important EDC offers extended warranties, works closely with buyers to find the right purchase scenario Advice for newer mortgage bankers looking to develop relationships with a builder – look at their inventory, current projects, pipeline, what’s coming in 4-6 mos., get the insider info, understand the buyer’s goals and needs Lending forward? Big plans for the last quarter of this year, many homes coming available, larger and smaller, for lower price points, new communities with single-family homes, townhomes - lower price but w/amenities, national homebuilders show Resources/Links: Nick Jacovides LinkedIn EDC Homes Website Taylor Ellard LinkedIn Atlantic Bay Mortgage Group

Welcome to Purpose-Driven Wealth! In this episode, Mo Bina shares a conversation with a former US Navy Special Warfare Combatant Craft Crewman (SWCC) turned real estate entrepreneur, Phil Capron. Phil talks about the unique challenges a Veteran faces, especially on the financial side, and what they can do to address this based on his experience. He also shares his passion for helping Veterans and Active Duty Military Members achieve financial freedom through Real Estate Investment. Tune in and enjoy!   In this episode, Phil talks about…   His journey from a confused 24-year-old to a 38-year-old real estate entrepreneur House hacking Airbnb exploration Unique financial challenges the Veterans faces His book: Your VA Loan and How it Can Make You a Millionaire   About Phil Capron…   Phil Capron learned that real estate was the wealth builder for him after purchasing his first home in 2010 using a VA loan while on active duty.   He cut his teeth in the business as a real estate agent and by flipping properties in Coastal Virginia.   10 years and over 500 apartment units later, Phil's focus is expanding real estate opportunities for military members and veterans. He wrote his first book "Your VA Loan: and How It Can Make You a Millionaire" in 2019, and in 2021 created the first 100% veteran-owned and operated fund backed by real estate, Mission First Capital.   Catch Phil Capron on…   Website:           https://missionfirstcapital.com/ Facebook:        https://www.facebook.com/missionfirstcapital/ LinkedIn:          https://www.linkedin.com/company/missionfirstcapital/ Instagram:        https://www.instagram.com/missionfirstcapital/ YouTube:          https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYkouRejBadZ89sJw153lAw            Connect with Mo Bina on…   Website:          https://www.high-risecapital.com/ Medium:          https://mobina.medium.com/ YouTube:        https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5ISsEKBHlkX7lk9b68SKLA/featured Instagram:      https://www.instagram.com/highrisecapital/   For more information on passive investing in commercial real estate, please check out our free eBook — More Doors, More Profits — by clicking here: https://www.high-risecapital.com/resources-index          

Canna Markets Group (CMG) is a hemp industry information repository, think tank, and consultancy that provides data, analytics, strategic planning, business planning, and project management services to a wide variety of customers throughout various industrial hemp supply chain sectors based on a diverse industrial hemp and environmental sciences knowledge base Joseph B. Carringer is a Syracuse University alumni with academic focuses in Creative Leadership, Project Management, Anthropology, and Philosophy. He began pursuing entrepreneurial endeavors in apparel in the early 1990s. His background in men's and women's fashion translated to working opportunities with multiple startup hemp-based apparel companies beginning in 1997. In particular, two corporate projects focused on designing and merchandising men's and women's hemp-based apparel lines targeted for large-scale US-based mall chain distribution. Joseph understands the nuances and vital importance of establishing a vertically integrated industrial hemp supply chain as well as the need and know-how to produce and market quality hemp-based consumer goods to support the growing industrial hemp supply chain. He formed Canna Markets Group in October 2019 with his executive team. Jen Adams has nearly two decades of experience in the nonprofit and community development space. Her background includes work in disaster recovery and rebuilding programs. She has sat on multiple nonprofit boards and currently sits on the board of a 501c3 that focuses on environmental and social responsibility. Jen's work acts as a liaison with local, state, and federal departments, assisting with streamlining economically and ecologically efficient processes for the industrial hemp market. Additionally, she has done significant research in programs for Canna Markets Group (CMG) surrounding the availability of federal funding and regulatory processes for soil remediation, brownfield site recovery and climate healthy commodity/supply chain development. Lorelei Alverez, a West Virginia native now residing in New Mexico, earned her Ph.D. in Environmental Science from the University of Virginia. Her Ph.D. research focused on grassland degradation in the Southwest of the United States, specifically examining the effects of wind erosion on native grass species over time. Prior to her Ph.D. research, Lorelei completed a Master's in Environmental Issues from Longwood University and conducted research on forest recovery comparing different timbering methods (shelterwood vs. clear-cutting). She has been involved in environmental research projects in Virginia Piedmont region, Coastal Virginia, New Mexico, South Africa, and Botswana and is currently an Assistant Professor at New Mexico State University. She is passionate about promoting sustainability, climate change awareness, and education on environmental issues and solutions and is currently completing Purdue University's course on “Hemp Essentials” to learn as much as possible about this crop's potential.

Canna Markets Group (CMG) is a hemp industry information repository, think tank, and consultancy that provides data, analytics, strategic planning, business planning, and project management services to a wide variety of customers throughout various industrial hemp supply chain sectors based on a diverse industrial hemp and environmental sciences knowledge base Joseph B. Carringer is a Syracuse University alumni with academic focuses in Creative Leadership, Project Management, Anthropology, and Philosophy. He began pursuing entrepreneurial endeavors in apparel in the early 1990s. His background in men's and women's fashion translated to working opportunities with multiple startup hemp-based apparel companies beginning in 1997. In particular, two corporate projects focused on designing and merchandising men's and women's hemp-based apparel lines targeted for large-scale US-based mall chain distribution. Joseph understands the nuances and vital importance of establishing a vertically integrated industrial hemp supply chain as well as the need and know-how to produce and market quality hemp-based consumer goods to support the growing industrial hemp supply chain. He formed Canna Markets Group in October 2019 with his executive team. Jen Adams has nearly two decades of experience in the nonprofit and community development space. Her background includes work in disaster recovery and rebuilding programs. She has sat on multiple nonprofit boards and currently sits on the board of a 501c3 that focuses on environmental and social responsibility. Jen's work acts as a liaison with local, state, and federal departments, assisting with streamlining economically and ecologically efficient processes for the industrial hemp market. Additionally, she has done significant research in programs for Canna Markets Group (CMG) surrounding the availability of federal funding and regulatory processes for soil remediation, brownfield site recovery and climate healthy commodity/supply chain development. Lorelei Alverez, a West Virginia native now residing in New Mexico, earned her Ph.D. in Environmental Science from the University of Virginia. Her Ph.D. research focused on grassland degradation in the Southwest of the United States, specifically examining the effects of wind erosion on native grass species over time. Prior to her Ph.D. research, Lorelei completed a Master's in Environmental Issues from Longwood University and conducted research on forest recovery comparing different timbering methods (shelterwood vs. clear-cutting). She has been involved in environmental research projects in Virginia Piedmont region, Coastal Virginia, New Mexico, South Africa, and Botswana and is currently an Assistant Professor at New Mexico State University. She is passionate about promoting sustainability, climate change awareness, and education on environmental issues and solutions and is currently completing Purdue University's course on “Hemp Essentials” to learn as much as possible about this crop's potential.

Monarch butterflies are still in the middle of their story – and it's one that is precarious. Humans are still trying to figure out a lot about them, and aspects of the monarch story have been misrepresented over the years. Research: Monarch Joint Venture: https://monarchjointventure.org/ “Monarch Butterfly.” The National Wildlife Federation. https://www.nwf.org/Educational-Resources/Wildlife-Guide/Invertebrates/Monarch-Butterfly Sutherland, Douglas W.S. and Jean Adams, ed. “The Monarch Butterfly – Our National Insect.” Part of “Insect Potpourri: Adventures in Entomology.” CRC Press. 1992. Britannica, The Editors of Encyclopaedia. "Danaus". Encyclopedia Britannica, 15 Feb. 2018, https://www.britannica.com/topic/Danaus-Greek-mythology Kathleen S. Murphy. “Collecting Slave Traders: James Petiver, Natural History, and the British Slave Trade.” The William and Mary Quarterly, vol. 70, no. 4, 2013, pp. 637–70. JSTOR, https://doi.org/10.5309/willmaryquar.70.4.0637 Müller-Wille, Staffan. 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Davis. “An Examination of Monarch Butterfly (Danaus Plexippus) Autumn Migration in Coastal Virginia.” The American Midland Naturalist, vol. 147, no. 1, 2002, pp. 170–74. JSTOR, http://www.jstor.org/stable/3083045 “Natural History – Monarch Butterfly.” Center for Biological Diversity. https://www.biologicaldiversity.org/species/invertebrates/monarch_butterfly/natural_history.html Catesby, Mark. “A Monarch butterfly, with orchids.” C. 1722-6. Royal Collection Trust. https://www.rct.uk/collection/926050/a-monarch-butterfly-with-orchids Daly, Natasha. “Monarch butterflies are now an endangered species.” July 21, 2022. 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In Episode 291 of District of Conservation, Gabriella discusses how to participate in Shooting Sports Month and dives deep into some problems with the newly-approved Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind Project slated to operated by 2027. SHOW NOTES National Shoot Sports Month: NSSF Governor Youngkin's Shooting Sports Month Proclamation SCC Approves Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind Project Virginia Clean Economy Act Dominion Energy: Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind DOE: Wind Energy Impact Virginia Mercury: Not a great time to roll out Dominion's pricey solar tariff Virginia Mercury: Amid global energy price spikes, Dominion customers' bills could rise between 12 and 20 percent Virginia Profile: EIA Virginia's Youngkin supports offshore wind projects; doesn't join Biden coalition WSJ: A Green Logrolling Classic (2018) RTD: SCC backs millions in rate increases for Dominion's offshore wind project Oceanography Magazine: Setting the Context for Offshore Wind Development Effects on Fish and Fisheries June 2022 BOEM Letter from VA Cabinet --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/district-of-conservation/support

This is part 2 of my conversation with Phil Capron, Phil Capron is a real estate investor who has learned a lot about the industry over the years. Phil learned that real estate was the wealth builder for him after purchasing his first home in 2010 using a VA loan while on active duty. He cut his teeth in the business as a real estate agent and by flipping properties in Coastal Virginia. He wrote his first book “Your VA Loan and How It Can Make You A Millionaire” in 2019, and in 2021 created the first 100% veteran-owned and operated fund backed by real estate First Capital.   In this episode, Phil discusses the importance of safety in people's homes, no matter their class of asset. He feels an obligation as people in the real estate investing space to make sure their team goals are aligned and that their hearts are in it too. He expresses his concerns about the industry as it stands and how it can be challenging to provide a quality home to someone in a tough environment. He mentions that it is important for real estate investors to be aware of what areas may be more dangerous, so that they can take precautions when working in those areas. Listen in!   [00:01 - 09:09] The Importance of Providing Quality Security Measures Phil discusses the different classes of homes and how each one is different but still tries to provide the best home possible at each price point He feels that the industry should do more to make residents feel safe in their homes and that includes doing things like locking doors and windows, and ensuring that everything can be locked up He explains that it is important to do one's part in order to make people feel safe, and that this includes providing quality security measures [09:10 - 15:43] Focus on Having Good Cash Flow That Are In A Good Neighborhood Phil discusses how it is important to be aware of the situations in which you are investing and to know what kind of risks are involved The importance of being able to handle difficult situations; and  The benefits of having a high cash flow He points out that there are higher levels of complications associated with investing in economy housing compared to more expensive properties He recommends that investors focus on properties that have good cash flow and are in good neighborhoods   [15:44 - 22:22] The Active Military Presence In Real Estate Phil shares that there is a lot of military presence in real estate because it is a very successful industry The military teaches people how to be successful under difficult circumstances He shares his company, “Mission First Capital”, that it is a real estate investment company that is focused on military and veteran investors The company has a strong relationship with ADPi and its team includes friends of the founder who are in the real estate industry He says that the company is excited to work with military and veteran investors who are willing to bring value to the world He shares that the founder believes that there is meritocracy in the real estate industry, regardless of rank or experiences [22:23 - 28:04] Closing Segment Phil invites us to visit his website: https://missionfirstcapital.com/ Phil discusses that people are doing things they don't understand, and it ‘s making it difficult to find work He discusses how they're feeling a lot of pressure lately and that it's been affecting their work How the industry is changing and how it's harder to make a long-term career in real estate   Tweetable Quotes:   “We work in some rougher stuff and the intention of getting into rougher stuff is to work our butts off, to make it less rough.” – Phil Capron   “You get to pick the type of problems that you have in this life I believe… I've done a fair amount of fairly rough stuff on the flipping side and on the multi-family side and I find it rewarding.” – Phil Capron     Connect with Phil through his website at https://missionfirstcapital.com/   LEAVE A REVIEW + help someone who wants to explode their business growth by sharing this episode. Are you confused about where to start? Join our community and learn more about real estate investing. Head over to our Facebook Page, Youtube Channel, or website https://www.theacademypresents.com/jointhesummit36848306. Connect with Lorren Capital, LLC. for syndicated multifamily investments, https://lorrencapital.com/. To learn more about me, visit my LinkedIn profile, and connect with me.

This is part 1 of my conversation with Phil Capron! Phil Capron is a real estate investor who has learned a lot about the industry over the years. Phil learned that real estate was the wealth builder for him after purchasing his first home in 2010 using a VA loan while on active duty. He cut his teeth in the business as a real estate agent and by flipping properties in Coastal Virginia. He wrote his first book “Your VA Loan and How It Can Make You A Millionaire” in 2019, and in 2021 created the first 100% veteran-owned and operated fund backed by real estate First Capital.   In this episode, Phil shares his knowledge with us and discusses how to be successful in the real estate market. He discusses how to flip houses, and then he finally buys first multifamily building. He teaches middle school students about the difference between investing and selling, and explains that most of what he does is buying. Phil encourages listeners to take their time when making investments and to make sure that deals are done carefully so that relationships with friends are not damaged in the process. Listen in!   [00:01 - 06:39] A Better Understanding On Valuation and Underwriting When Buying A House   Phil shares his knowledge on real estate investing and how he started out flipping houses and he bought his first multifamily building in 2017 He discusses how adults don't understand the difference between being a realtor and being an investor He had to explain it to them himself He explains that school teaches you how to establish good relationships, but you don't learn about financial literacy in school He talks about how flipping is similar to another job and how you need to learn skills for it if you want to do it successfully Flipping houses has helped him financially He teaches how it can be done successfully if done correctly He discusses the importance of understanding valuation and underwriting when buying a house   [06:40 - 16:43] Single-Family Homes Are Easy To Manage   Phil recommends refinancing the complex to take advantage of tax-free money or selling it for a larger sum of money, which would give them more equity in the property He says that some people are hesitant to sell their single-family homes because she likes the returns they provide and doesn't want to lose money on them He recommends to sell a single-family home on the open market and getting market value for it He says that it's okay to own some single-family homes as long as you have the systems and processes in place to manage them Single-family homes are easy to manage   [16:44 - 22:55] Trust Is The Key To Success In The Multifamily Market   Phil discusses how your client's trusts you with their money   They trust you to go within your network and get the best vendors Get professional help They are going the passive investor route Phil understands that there is some fear associated with apartment syndication and deals, but it is a similar experience to skydiving You have no idea if deals are going to go off without a hitch and make good returns Phil discusses how the key to success in the multifamily market is mitigating vacancy risk, which can be difficult to do in smaller properties Real estate is a cyclical industry and even in the midst of a downturn, there is still potential for growth [22:56 - 28:04] Closing Segment Phil invites us to visit his website: https://missionfirstcapital.com/  He still believes that even if someone is living in a difficult area, they can still achieve their dreams if they are willing to work hard.   Tweetable Quotes:   “Go within your network, get the best vendors, get the best professional help, and you figure it out because when you take other people's money, that's your job.” – Phil Capron   “I'm an avid skydiver, so sponsoring or being on the active side of an apartment syndication or apartment deal. It's not so much different, it's the same as skydiving. It's probably going to be scary there's some things that you don't know, but there's other people like millions of people that have done it and they've lived.” – Phil Capron     Connect with Phil through his website at https://missionfirstcapital.com/   LEAVE A REVIEW + help someone who wants to explode their business growth by sharing this episode. Are you confused about where to start? Join our community and learn more about real estate investing. Head over to our Facebook Page, Youtube Channel, or website https://www.theacademypresents.com/jointhesummit36848306. Connect with Lorren Capital, LLC. for syndicated multifamily investments, https://lorrencapital.com/. To learn more about me, visit my LinkedIn profile, and connect with me.

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Hello hello, and welcome to Life On the Brink!It is so easy to get caught up in this fast-paced world, always looking toward the next thing. We often measure our lives in milestones and big changes, but do we ever really stop to enjoy the moment we're in?Welcome to the podcast that is dedicated to enjoying life, one day at a time.Hi, I'm Anna, a musician with a lot of side hustles and even more hobbies living in Coastal Virginia, and this is Life On the Brink.​Here we dive into the beautiful things in this world that fascinate us, filling our lives with little moments of joy, learning new things and meeting new people along the way. Whether we're talking about cooking, gardening, seasonal living, books, films, music, or even self reflection, each episode is designed to help you enjoy your unique life, wherever you are.So even if you're on the brink of the "next big thing," each day is filled with inspiration, creativity, and gratitude.Sound like fun? Then go ahead and make yourself a nice cup of tea and join us over on the podcast, or on the blog at lifeonthebrink.live. See you there!

Phil Capron learned that real estate was the wealth builder for him after purchasing his first home in 2010 using a VA loan while on active duty.He cut his teeth in the business as a real estate agent and by flipping properties in Coastal Virginia. 10 years and over 500 apartment units later, Phil's focus is expanding real estate opportunities for military members and veterans. He wrote his first book "Your VA Loan: and How It Can Make You a Millionaire" in 2019, and in 2021 created the first 100% veteran-owned and operated fund backed by real estate, Mission First Capital.Join Our Passive Investor NetworkDownload Our Passive Investor Guide to Multifamily SyndicationsWE DISCUSS:His experience in the military.His first real estate investment.What his business looks like today.How he was able to build his business.What his business has looked like over the past years.His experience with investing in small-scale commercial multifamily deals.What's on the horizon for his company.His biggest challenge.What's going really well with his business.KEY QUOTE:“My goal is to turn the light bulb on for the military members and veterans who maybe have never invested.”CONNECT WITH OUR GUEST:Website: MissionFirstCapital.comCONNECT WITH US! Visit our Website: https://www.canovocapital.com/podcastConnect with us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theleadsponsorFollow us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TheLeadSponsorFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theleadsponsor/Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-lead-sponsor-podcast-real-estate-investing/id1464256464LOVE THE SHOW? PLEASE SUBSCRIBE, RATE, REVIEW & SHARE

Join us in this life-changing conversation with Elizabeth Duncan-Hawker as we talk about collecting true friends and dealing with the epidemic of loneliness.This episode is dedicated to Olsen James.Olsen was a true friend to all. Everywhere she went, her smile was contagious. She was the kind of friend that walked the walk, not just talked the talk. While her journey was short, he impact is immeasurable. Elizabeth teaches us how we can start a deep connection with true friends. She also shares some examples of what great and not-so-great friendships are. If you want to know how to find deep connections and deal with loneliness, this episode is made just for you.Elizabeth Duncan-Hawker is the Best-Selling Author of Collecting True Friends, the Founder of Red Hawk Strategic Solutions, and the Co-Founder of the Women's Forum of Coastal Virginia.What You Will Learn From This Episode:01:53 - What Elizabeth Duncan-Hawker is obsessed with03:25 - How to start a connection with true friends06:30 - Examples of great and not so great friendships we can learn from11:31 - What a situational friend is14:01 - Turning situational to true friends without feeling weird17:31 - Why Elizabeth disagree with Dunbar's number22:35 - Dealing with the feeling of being left by a close friend27:32 - How to tell your friends when you're not accessible for some timeResources Mentioned:7 Cups - https://www.7cups.com Learn More About Elizabeth Duncan-Hawker:Website: https://www.growthnetworking.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/growthnetworking/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ElizabethDuncanHawker LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabeth-duncan-hawker-the-red-hawk-69800418/ Book: http://www.collectingtruefriends.com See What Your Obsessed Girls Are Doing and Send Us Feedback!CROWN AND COMPASS | Linktree - https://linktr.ee/crownandcompassgirls

About investing in different markets and realizing value with Phil Capron and Adam Lacey. Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and TwitterFor more educational content, visit our website at www.diaryofanapartmentinvestor.comInterested in investing with Four Oaks Capital?  First step is to schedule a call with us. ----Phil CapronPhil Capron learned that real estate was the wealth builder for him after purchasing his first home in 2010 using a VA loan while on active duty. He cut his teeth in the business as a real estate agent and by flipping properties in Coastal Virginia. 10 years and over 500 apartment units later, Phil's focus is expanding real estate opportunities for military members and veterans. He wrote his first book "Your VA Loan: and How It Can Make You a Millionaire" in 2019, and in 2021 created the first 100% veteran-owned and operated fund backed by real estate, Mission First Capital.----Adam LaceyAdam is a father, husband, professional engineer, real estate investor and founder of Gold Ribbon Investments. His background in civil engineering and construction management helped develop his strong organizational and problem-solving skills, which he believes are necessary to succeed as a real estate investor. Adam is currently an LP in two apartment deals, a GP in two apartment communities, and is looking to scale to a point where he can leave his W2. As the founder of Gold Ribbon Investments, Adam helps busy professionals invest in real estate without taking on the headaches of becoming a landlord. He also donates a portion of his profits to CureSearch, who funds safer, more effective treatments for childhood cancer.----Your host, Brian Briscoe, is a co-founder and principal in the real estate investing firm Four Oaks Capital.  He and his team currently have 629 units worth $36 million in assets under management and are continuing to grow.  He will retire as a Lieutenant Colonel in the United States Marine Corps in 2021. Learn more about him and the Four Oaks team at www.fouroakscapital.com  or contact him at brianbriscoe@fouroakscapital.com - be sure to let him know where you found him.Connect with him on LinkedIn or Facebook.vvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvv> Check out our multifamily investing community!> The Tribe of Titans> Get exclusive access to the Four Oaks Team!> Find it at https://www.thetribeoftitans.info^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^

Elizabeth Duncan-Hawker had to master the art of making and keeping friends at an early age. Today, her magnetism pulls acquaintances closer and puts strangers at ease. She loves to engage all types of people in conversation. Her bestseller book Collecting True Friends was divinely inspired to share proven methods so others can create and develop quality relationships.In 2015, she founded the Red Hawk Strategic Solutions consulting company. Then in response to her client's needs, Elizabeth created a life-changing interrelationship development program entitled Growth Networking. Today, businesses, sales teams, entrepreneurs, universities, and Boards, hire Elizabeth to learn these unique relationship growth strategies. She is a co-founder of the successful women's series group, the Women's Forum of Coastal Virginia, which grew to over 500 members in just three years. Elizabeth's networking talents bring people together, and she has been given the title "The Connector." http://womensforumnetwork.com/about. She holds a Bachelor's degree from Old Dominion University in Political science and a Master's degree in Business Administration from Strayer University. Additionally, Elizabeth was certified in the Psychology of Leadership from Cornell University in 2020. LinksCollecting True Friends by Elizabeth Duncan-Hawkerhttps://www.amazon.com/Collecting-True-Friends-Magnet-Devotion/dp/0578992655/ Connect with Elizabeth!https://linktr.ee/theRedHawkGet Your Complimentary Connection Callhttps://www.themagneticvoice.com/appointmentsLessons at The Magnetic Voicehttp://www.themagneticvoice.com•This channel is made possible because of listeners just like you. If you would like to support the channel with your tax-deductible contribution on an ongoing basis or through a one-time gift, head over to ExperienceOfTheSoul.com.And if you enjoy this podcast, you can help spread the word by leaving a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Stitcher, or the platform of your choice.The Magnetic Voice is copyright 2021, Monique McDonald. All Rights Reserved. Our theme music is composed by Dave Kropf and used with permission.The Experience of the Soul Podcast Channel is a production of 818 Studios.

Coastal Virginia farmers are watching their land flood and crops die more often as the region experiences the fastest average rate of sea level rise on the Atlantic coast.

Welcome to Ground Zero in Chesapeake's quest to move people away from flood-prone land.

This is Season 2 Episode 1 Norfolk City Councilwoman Andria McClellan explains why she is the best candidate for Lt. Governor of the Commonwealth of Virginia.

Shannon Edwards & Christen Campbell of Coastal Virginia Real Estate join me on today's podcast   Listen along as these two amazing women share their story of growing a thriving real estate business, while kicking ass as moms, building community and living with intention day in and day out    This is a good one y'all!

We visit Dominion Energy's Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind Project, the first of its kind built in federal waters or owned by an electric utility, with Public Policy and Economic Development Director John Larson. For pictures and more info, visit http://www.energy-cast.com/118-cvow.html

Anne-Lise Gere is one of the foremost human resources experts in Home Care.  She works with Hurricane Marketing Enterprise (aka Steve the Hurricane) to teach the Momentum program (link includes discount code).Our talk with Ann-Lise comes at a time when the US is in the process of "opening up" from the COVID-19 pandemic. Some key points discussed cover the following:The improved visibility of home care as a result of Covid-19The negative impacts of the pandemic on the home care work forceIdeas on how to raise the profile of caregiving jobsThe reality that the agencies with caregivers are the agencies who will grow and thriveHow to compete by being the "best home care employer in your region"Best practice ideas** My favorite of Anne-Lise's suggestions was to reach out to each member of your caregiver team who  work fewer than 35 hours in a week to see if they'd like to work more hours. This initiative has the benefits that 1) you can increase your work force capacity by up to 40% with no hiring fees, and 2) the personal phone call will show caregivers that you care for them and will engender loyalty. Born in France and raised in the UK since age 7, Anne-List came to the US as an adult and as a military-bride. She lives in Coastal Virginia.You can contact Anne-List and sign-up for her weekly insights email through her website www.gereconsulting.com.Home Care Heroes is produced and sponsored by Ankota - the Software for the Heroes of Home Care. We truly embrace the notion that caregivers and home care companies are heroes. Our top priorities simplicity, caregiver retention and outstanding service. Visit us at https://www.ankota.com.

Listen to this exciting conversation about legal due diligence you should perform before buying a small business from author Joel Ankney of "Here's The Deal: Everything You Wish a Lawyer Would Tell You About Buying a Small Business."  Joel has practiced law in Virginia for over 28 years. He graduated 1st in his class from William & Mary Law School, is a member of the Order of the Coif, and a past member of the William & Mary Law Review. He began his career at Hunton & Williams, then handled mergers and acquisitions at Troutman Sanders. Joel opened his own law firm in 2003 to focus on helping entrepreneurs start, acquire, operate, and exit businesses. Joel's peers have selected him as a Virginia Legal Elite attorney 10 times. Joel also has been selected as a Top Attorney in Coastal Virginia.Joel has published two books to help entrepreneurs. His first book, Here's the Deal, helps acquisition entrepreneurs understand the process of buying or selling a small business. His second book, Before You Leap, helps gig economy entrepreneurs understand the legal issues involved in starting and running a consulting, independent contractor, or freelance business. You can find both books on Amazon and by visiting his My Books page. Joel's office is in Virginia Beach, Virginia, and he represents entrepreneurs throughout Virginia.​You can reach Joel at 757.216.4578 (phone), joel@jalawoffice.com (email) or on LinkedIn at linkedin.com/in/joelankney/

Virginia Beach is known for its beautiful coastline and rich history, but did you know that it's a town full of art & culture? Jim Coggin from the Virginia Beach CVB joins Stevie to discuss the vibrant art scene and unique museums that can be found in this beautiful Coastal Virginia city. Follow along with the Arts and Culture Experience ItineraryCheck Out Visit Virginia Beach for more wonderful resourcesExplore Group Experience to learn how to build your travel tribeSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/dbetravel)

Dr. Jesse Jakubowski, Bay Center for Oral and Implant Surgery and Dr. Frank Yeh, Coastal Virginia Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (“Dental Business Radio, ” Episode 8) Dr. Jesse Jakubowski and Dr. Frank Yeh are representative of a new generation in oral surgery, and they join host Patrick O’Rourke to talk about getting into the industry, […] The post Dr. Jesse Jakubowski, Bay Center for Oral and Implant Surgery and Dr. Frank Yeh, Coastal Virginia Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery appeared first on Business RadioX ®.

Meet Tracy Keller, CEO of Girl Scouts of Coastal Virginia, TFFC Board member, and foster and adoptive parent. In this conversation, we'll chat about: • Tracy's journey to fostering • What it was like to work full time and foster • The importance of having the support of other foster parents • Building relationships with the children's biological families • How training helps you support kids with trauma • Saying goodbye to children you've grown to love For more information, please visit: https://tidewaterffc.org/fcanextsteps/ Presented by Tidewater Friends of Foster Care In partnership with The Barry Robinson Center Hosted by Audra Bullock and Erin Lindstrom

Never miss a single episode! Subscribe to the podcast here!Whether it’s the perfect eyebrow, or where you should vote, you can find it here on Living 757! Have you heard about the amazing new toilet, yes toilet that Nasa has created to help the astronauts relieve themselves in space?  You’ve gotta check it out!It is National Hispanic Heritage month!  Patricia and Quincy have a virtual “sit down” with Elizabeth Torres of the Hispanic Resource Center of Coastal Virginia and the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, to find out how they are providing the unmet services of the Hispanic Community through education, training, support services, leadership and advocacy.  She also shares the details on their first event which will be held October 8th from 6-8 pm.  You won’t want to miss this “delicious” event.Looking to update your garden for Autumn but not sure where to start?  McDonald Garden Center has the answers to all of your questions.  Ashley joins Mike Westphal, resident Garden Guru at the McDonald Garden Center, to learn which plants thrive in the fall and when and where to plant them in your home.Our hosts get the chance to meet Nina Goodale from the Virginia Beach Cultural Affairs Department, and chat with her about the wonderful things they are doing in the arts community.    Some of their great events include, Third Thursdays Art Walks, which are a wonderful way to get outside and experience the amazing work done by local artists.To pluck or not to pluck?  That is the question that Mindy Ess, a local comedian from Virginia Beach, answers in her review of stamp-on eyebrows.  Her hilarious attempts at putting her best face forward with this trendy new stamp will have your sides aching from laughter.Want to watch the video version of this episode? Catch more great Living 757 stories here!

In this episode we hear from Dr. Jeffrey and Amy Olrick, authors of "The 6 Needs of Every Child," and founders of GrowingConnected.com, as they unpack the importance of understanding the needs your child is attempting to communicate to you. By integrating the science of connection with practical tools, their guidebook offers a trustworthy road map for the journey of imperfect parenting. Learn more about the six needs and buy your copy today by visiting https://www.thesixneeds.com. If you live in the Coastal Virginia area and are parenting children impacted by trauma, we'd like to send you a copy of this book as a gift. Click this link (https://wearetheecho.typeform.com/to/whVARcjH) and tell us where to send it and we'll make sure you have this resource in your hands. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wearetheecho/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wearetheecho/support

In this episode we talk with Dr. Bryce Johnson, an administrator with Hampton City Schools in Hampton, VA, Edwin and Arial Jones, pastors at The Bridge Church and advocates for racial reconciliation in the Coastal Virginia area, and Aaron and Monique Ransom, veteran foster parents and fellow podcasters at the Fostering Hope Podcast. When looking at census documents for our nation's foster care system, there is one glaring piece of data that is impossible to overlook: Black children are over-represented and Black foster parents are under-represented.  Black individuals in America comprise approximately 15% of the entire population, yet in foster care, more than 50% of the children are Black. There are significant contributors to this disparity: systemic problems, educational, training, and informational gaps, fatherlessness, criminal rehabilitation practices, etc. And as varied as the causes, a variety of approaches is needed to help re-balance the ratio to more accurately reflect society.  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wearetheecho/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wearetheecho/support

Randall and Kelley Nichols are founders of We Are the ECHO, a nonprofit in the Coastal Virginia area working to help solve the crisis vulnerable families are facing: isolation. Their work primarily focuses on foster care, adoption, and strengthening at-risk families to ensure every child knows the stability of a lasting, loving family. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wearetheecho/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wearetheecho/support

Phil served honorably as a Naval Special Warfare Combatant Craft Crewman (SWCC) in the Navy. Upon retiring from active duty, Phil sold residential real estate and flipped homes. Phil started his multifamily real estate career with purchase of a small 13 unit property. Currently, Phil owns approximately $20,000,000 in real estate comprising of 245 units located in Coastal Virginia. His model is to partner with talented industry professionals and assemble win win partnerships to acquire and revitalize distressed and underperforming assets to ensure profitability for his team, while at the same time changing neighborhoods for the better and offering safe and economical housing to the marketplace. Phil enjoys sharing his knowledge and isn’t afraid to talk about his failures so that others can learn from them. He is always speaking at various real estate meet ups and conferences.

Michael Arevalo, Psy.D. earned his doctorate degree in Clinical Psychology from Marywood University in Scranton, PA. Born and raised in Southern CA, Michael wanted to explore human connections in other parts of the country. His education and training led him to practice in Northeast Pennsylvania, Coastal Virginia, rural North Carolina, and Silicon Valley.Michael primarily works with adults and specializes in integrated behavioral health/health service psychology. This includes a wide range of health-related concerns such as diabetes, chronic pain, and sleep problems. He also specializes in depressive and trauma-related disorders. Michael has experience treating a broad spectrum of mental health concerns and disorders including depression, various types of anxiety, trauma, grief, ADHD, neurological disorders, psychosis, relationship issues, and anger management. Michael describes his approach as person-centered. He believes that therapy is a partnership and strives to create a warm and comfortable environment for people to share their story and work together to facilitate their growth and improve their symptoms.Michael is an avid coffee drinker and gym enthusiast. On most weekends, you will find him exploring new coffee shops and spending time in the gym. He also greatly enjoys spending time with family and friends, who know him best for his sense of humor. Among others, he is most known for his smile and empathetic nature. He is genuine in all of his interactions and relationships because he believes this is how we can establish deeper connections. To learn more about Michael and the great work he does, please click here.Social Media: Insta @simple__psych

In 2014, Hamilton Perkins founded Hamilton Perkins Collection, an independent brand, designing and producing unique and award winning bags and accessories from recycled materials. Hamilton Perkins Collection exists to create timeless limited edition bags made from recycled plastic water bottles, pineapple leaf fiber, and billboard vinyl. The result is that no two bags are ever the same. Our first design (pictured right), the Earth Bag Premium, was created so that our customers would not only carry a bag that was stylish but carry a bag they could be proud of. We surveyed more than 1,000 consumers to obtain their thoughts and feedback for each component of the Earth Bag Premium, which soon became one of our most popular designs. Perkins was the winner of the Virginia Velocity Tour hosted by the Governor of Virginia, and the recipient of a HUD Community Development Block Grant. The non-profit B Lab honored Hamilton Perkins Collection as a "Best for the World Overall" B Corporation in 2017. Hamilton Perkins Collection has been featured in Forbes, Fast Company, Money Magazine, and The Washington Post. The brand is currently offered in nearly 100 leading department stores and specialty stores in the United States, Canada, and Europe.

At O’Connor Brewing Co. we are all about having fun, building a strong community, and hand-crafting unique, innovative products—in other words, brewing great beer. 20 years ago Kevin O’Connor wrote his final college paper on starting his own brewery, and on St. Patrick’s Day 2010 O’Connor Brewing Co. brewed its first batch, becoming one of Coastal Virginia’s very first craft breweries. What started from humble beginnings in a small garage warehouse has expanded to become a World Beer Cup Award winning brand, with 40 employees, dozens of styles, and a growing legion of fans who choose O’Connor beer for its quality and consistency. O’Connor beer drinkers come from all walks of life, but what brings them together is a love of the small, simple joys in life. The pleasure of being outdoors, relaxing on the beach with friends, having dinner with family after a day of hard work, and of course, enjoying a fresh, flavorful beer. They appreciate the O’Connor brand for its approachability and authenticity. They value its independent spirit, that it remains family owned and operated, and its support of the local community. And their loyalty has established it as a mainstay brand with sustained success. With El Guapo Agave IPA leading the way as the #1 Virginia craft brand in the state, O’Connor Brewing is well on its way to becoming Virginia’s leading, independent craft brewery. And as distribution continues to expand up and down the East Coast, O’Connor Brewing Co. moves further along its path to becoming a major mid-Atlantic regional brand, as well as one of the best craft breweries in America. https://oconnorbrewing.com/ - In 2014, Hamilton Perkins founded Hamilton Perkins Collection, an independent brand, designing and producing unique and award winning bags and accessories from recycled materials. Hamilton Perkins Collection exists to create timeless limited edition bags made from recycled plastic water bottles, pineapple leaf fiber, and billboard vinyl. The result is that no two bags are ever the same. Our first design, the Earth Bag Premium, was created so that our customers would not only carry a bag that was stylish but carry a bag they could be proud of. We surveyed more than 1,000 consumers to obtain their thoughts and feedback for each component of the Earth Bag Premium, which soon became one of our most popular designs. Perkins was the winner of the Virginia Velocity Tour hosted by the Governor of Virginia, and the recipient of a HUD Community Development Block Grant. The non-profit B Lab honored Hamilton Perkins Collection as a "Best for the World Overall" B Corporation in 2017. Hamilton Perkins Collection has been featured in Forbes, Fast Company, Money Magazine, and The Washington Post. The brand is currently offered in nearly 100 leading department stores and specialty stores in the United States, Canada, and Europe. https://hamiltonperkins.com/

On this episode of our Behind the Grind interview series, we sit down with Tasha Turnbull - Author, Fitness Studio Owner, Certified Personal Trainer, Fitness Nutrition Specialist, Group Fitness Instructor, Motivational Speaker, 100lb Weight Loss Winner! She's doing all the things! Find Tasha on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/t2_fitness/ Tasha started as a personal trainer in 2009 and opened T2 Fitness Studios in 2011 after she realized her calling of impacting lives through her own personal testimony - successfully losing 100 pounds on her own. T2 Fitness has been the motivation behind over 6000 men and women in Hampton Roads making health and fitness a priority in their own lives via their personal training, fitness bootcamps, motivational speaking talks across the country, and the annual fitness events Tasha’s company puts on in the Coastal Virginia area of the state. Tasha has been featured on several weight loss blogs, local, regional, and national radio and television news segments, national fitness social media campaigns, and fitness-related news publications including Sister Circle TV, Shape Magazine, Xo Necole, Black Girls Run, The American Council on Exercise, Fox Baltimore, and BlackDoctor.Org, etc. She was featured this year as a Women To Watch in STRONG Fitness Magazine’s print magazine for their April/May 2019 Issue. Tasha was on tour with Black Girls Run’s in 2018 for their Sweat With Your Sole 10-city tour stop across the country. The nutrition workshops Tasha lead, had a profound impact on participants from Seattle, Washington to Washington, D.C., giving them insight into her previous negative relationship with food. Tasha lead participants on a journey revealing how to improve their relationship with food while empowering themselves to create a stronger foundation of self in order to improve their relationship with food.. Tasha is the author of The Last 10lbs: How the Last 10 Helped Me To Lose 100lbs!and is an extension of her commitment to finding unique and effective ways to motivate people to reach their fitness goals and live your healthiest life possible, despite leading a busy lifestyle.!Tasha offers insight in to her own pitfalls and setbacks, with regard to food and emotional eating. In!The Last 10lbs, Tasha explains page-by-page, how she lost 100 lbs and what you can do to finally live your best life. In June of this year, she received an Author of The Year Award for The Last 10lbs, from the Indie Author Legacy Awards Gala. In 2018, Tasha created the T2 Ultimate Nutrition Starter Plan as a way for individuals across the country to learn the tools needed to create a strong foundation for staying consistent along their health journey with regard to healthy eating and weight loss. This fall, Tasha created the Well Body Series, a fitness program designed to not only take care of their physical health, but also to empower them to take care of their emotional health as well. Lastly, in September 2019, Tasha was the keynote speaker of the American Diabetes Association’s Victory Over Diabetes event, held in Smithfield, Va. She discussed her journey towards weight loss, while being on a fixed income and inspired the crowd, with tips on how they can improve their lifestyle; no matter their busy schedule, income, or past failures.

When Phil Capron went through special ops training for the US military, he noticed that the recruits who made it to the end weren’t necessarily the strongest or the fastest or the smartest. So, what differentiated the 20 who succeeded from the thousands vying for the job? They simply refused to quit. And Phil believes that the same principle applies to making it in multifamily investing. Phil is a former Special Warfare Combatant Craft Crewman in the US Navy and current full-time multifamily real estate investor. To date, he owns a 245-unit portfolio worth $15M in Coastal Virginia and shares his understanding of the space as a Senior Mentor with the Michael Blank Organization. Phil specializes in revitalizing distressed and underperforming assets to ensure profitability for his team and change neighborhoods for the better. He is also the author of the new release Your VA Loan: And How it Can Make You a Millionaire. On this episode of Apartment Building Investing, Phil joins me to explain how taking advantage of a VA loan sparked his initial interest in real estate. He walks us through his transition from working in a brokerage and flipping houses to full-time multifamily investing, sharing his advice around when to quit a W-2 job for real estate. Listen in for Phil’s insight into what differentiates his successful mentoring students from those who don’t progress and learn how the grit he developed in military special ops training informs his investing career. Key Takeaways How Phil got started in real estate Enlisted in US Navy at age 24 Bought 4BR SFH with VA loan Friends rented rooms (live for free) Real estate license, flip houses What inspired Phil’s transition to multifamily Trying to sell 13-unit for commission Buyer turned down owner financing Phil bought himself, rent checks roll in Proved economy of scale concept When Phil started investing full-time 18 months into multifamily Established 200-unit portfolio Phil’s advice on when to quit your job Make decision and write down plan Save up 9 months of living expenses Phil’s take on why people don’t take action Perceive quality of life as good enough Fear of success leads to self-sabotage How Phil spends his days as a full-time investor Look for deals + manage portfolio Work with students on their deals Surf, skydive and travel Phil’s insight on why your story matters Experience with bank (decision based on team) Get gritty about not giving up Connect with Phil Capron Phil’s Website Phil’s Podcast Phil on Facebook Resources Your VA Loan: And How It Can Make You a Millionaire by Phil Capron VA Home Loans BiggerPockets FHA Loans Tyler Sheff Drew Whitson Financial Freedom Summit Michael’s Mentorship Program Podcast Show Notes Review the Podcast on iTunes Michael’s Website Michael on Facebook Michael on Instagram Michael on YouTube Apartment Investor Network Facebook Group

This week, John Dougherty, vice president, community workforce of Goodwill of Central and Coastal Virginia, joins us to discuss how the large non-profit fulfills its mission to change lives by helping people help themselves through the power of work. Plus, hear an update on past Dialogue on Decision-Making guests!

"Legal Drama Endangers a GOP Seat in Coastal Virginia." This is the headline of a recent article in the National Journal. The story of the petition flap in Virginia's 2nd Congressional District has made headlines in the Washington Post, the Chicago Tribune, New York's Daily News and the AP wire. But Virginia journalists and election analysts are the closest to it. We'll talk to the Richmond Times-Dispatch's Patrick Wilson and Dr. Quentin Kidd of CNU's Wason Center. And after that, we will have emergency experts answer your questions about the storm coming later in the week. It promises to be a interesting, useful program.

Patrick Evans-Hylton is a Johnson & Wales-trained chef and an award-winning food journalist, covering tasty trends since 1995 in print, broadcast and electronic media.He is publisher of VirginiaEatsAndDrinks.com Evans-Hylton is a cookbook author (Popcorn, Dishing Up Virginia, Nuts), food historian, and a media awards judge for the prestigious James Beard Awards. He runs a cooking and wine school and teaches a number of food media-related classes. Each Friday from 6-7 p.m., he hosts The Virginia Eats + Drinks Show on AM 790 WNIS in Coastal Virginia and simulcast nationwide. On the second and fourth Monday of each month he reports on food on Coast Live at 10 a.m. on WTKR TV-3 (CBS). Evans-Hylton cooks and writes in his Chesapeake Bay kitchen in Virginia Beach. Join us today as he discusses how he became a food writer and food historian.  We will take a look into the foods that made the state of Virginia known around the world.  We discuss the early settlers cuisine as well as -mmm, mmm- soft shell blue crabs of today's Virginia coastal area. The team here at #MasterYourStory would like to thank Patrick for stopping by the studio.  Mastering your story can take different forms and Patrick has truly mastered his. Thank You Patrick.    

This was a jam packed episode. We talked Star Wars, fandoms, physical media, BvS, Cloverfield franchise, and more importantly, local pop culture! We discussed all the amazing places and events going on in Hampton Roads. We mentioned the upcoming events in Tidewater. We highlighted some of our favorites that we are looking forward to in Coastal Virginia. Watch this week's episode and let us know what your favorite pop culture stuff in the 757 is! Don't forget to join us live every Tuesday night at 8 PM EST at www.facebook.com/poppedshow. www.poppedshow.com  Theme music courtesy of F1NG3RS from Richmond, VA!

You may have seen our Friday Facebook post about a panel's suggestion to do away with the name "Hampton Roads" and move instead to "Coastal Virginia." Today at noon on 89.5 WHRV-FM, we’re talking about the thought behind the name-change and examining pros and cons. Join us at 440-2665 or 1-800-940-2240. Later in the broadcast, we’ll talk with Norfolk Councilwoman Andria McClellan about Engage Norfolk.

Over the weekend, I had the opportunity to be in a room full of almost 1,000 women. It was part of the Virginia Women's Conference at the Virginia Beach Convention Center hosted by Senator Mark Warner. I think we filled up the entire building! The energy at the conference was incredible - especially when you looked around and thought about what these women had to do to get there. Panty hose, party dresses and pumps for a day-long Saturday event. Everyone looked incredible! I was there to moderate a workshop on how to build a thriving community. We had several hundred women joining us and we were so excited to talk with so many people about this topic. For those of you who don't know, locally, I am one of the founders of a local group called the Women's Forum of Coastal Virginia. And when I presented this idea, of helping other people create their own communities, their own tribes, I wasn't sure if my group or the conference organizers would agree this was a worthy topic. But they all said yes, and we got the chance to tell our story. What you'll learn in this episode: *The reason we decided to create The Women's Forum of Coastal Virginia *How we found like-minded people to be a part of the founding team *How we make it work, since we're all volunteers! *The six steps we took to build this thriving community Click here to download the pdf, "6 Steps to Building a Thriving Community." Links mentioned in this episode: *Interview with Todd Cochrane, the CEO of RawVoice (podcast hosting service Blubrry) *STANDOUT with Cheryl Tan Community on Facebook *The Women's Forum of Coastal Virginia Facebook page Did you enjoy the show? Please subscribe to the STANDOUT with Cheryl Tan podcast on iTunes here.

Over the weekend, I had the opportunity to be in a room full of almost 1,000 women. It was part of the Virginia Women’s Conference at the Virginia Beach Convention Center hosted by Senator Mark Warner. I think we filled up the entire building! The energy at the conference was incredible - especially when you looked around and thought about what these women had to do to get there. Panty hose, party dresses and pumps for a day-long Saturday event. Everyone looked incredible! I was there to moderate a workshop on how to build a thriving community. We had several hundred women joining us and we were so excited to talk with so many people about this topic. For those of you who don’t know, locally, I am one of the founders of a local group called the Women’s Forum of Coastal Virginia. And when I presented this idea, of helping other people create their own communities, their own tribes, I wasn’t sure if my group or the conference organizers would agree this was a worthy topic. But they all said yes, and we got the chance to tell our story. What you'll learn in this episode: *The reason we decided to create The Women's Forum of Coastal Virginia *How we found like-minded people to be a part of the founding team *How we make it work, since we're all volunteers! *The six steps we took to build this thriving community Click here to download the pdf, "6 Steps to Building a Thriving Community." Links mentioned in this episode: *Interview with Todd Cochrane, the CEO of RawVoice (podcast hosting service Blubrry) *STANDOUT with Cheryl Tan Community on Facebook *The Women's Forum of Coastal Virginia Facebook page Did you enjoy the show? Please subscribe to the STANDOUT with Cheryl Tan podcast on iTunes here.

Philip “Chip” Dodd is the President and CEO of Support Services of Virginia, Inc. headquartered in Virginia Beach. Since 1994, SSVA has provided person centered supports to persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities in the Coastal Virginia, Eastern Shore, Central and Southside Virginia areas. Services include residential, foster care, day support, therapeutic / behavioral consultation, training, transportation, payee services and accessible housing. Since taking over the family business in 2005, Mr. Dodd has tripled the size of the company by both organic growth and acquisition. At this time, SSVA is proud to have over 275 employees and contractors supporting over 175 persons with disabilities live a “life like yours” in the local community. SSVA has a unique company culture that is focused on positive practices in all interactions and celebrates the diversity of its team members as well as the customers they support. To further these objectives, Chip and his business partner Andie Plumley changed the mission statement to reflect both the service to their customers as well as those who join the team. “Realize success by helping others realize theirs”. www.SSVAinc.org Chip grew up in Yorktown Virginia and graduated with a BS in Psychology from Christopher Newport University. When not working, Chip can be found chasing adrenaline by adventure racing, mountain biking, rock climbing, boating, hiking, van camping, scuba diving, and skateboarding. In this episode Chip Dodd talks about working on, not in, your business.

Listen Here: Dave Parker is a radio talk show host heard weekdays 10 to noon on AM 790 WNIS in Norfolk, VA.  He has appeared on The O’Reilly Factor, CNN and his monthly columns can be found in Coastal Virginia magazine.  Dave is also the author of History Next Door. Primary Elections – Should We Care? […] The post Podcast: Primary Elections – Should We Care? appeared first on JenningsWire.

Our region's official moniker has been a source of great debate for nearly two decades. Is it Hampton Roads, Tidewater, Coastal Virginia, etc.? We'll be discussing the many efforts undertaken to brand and rebrand our region. Join us live with your calls at 757-440-2665 or 1-800-940-2240 and weigh in about which regional name you think might finally be praised locally and recognized nationally.