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Political Detox explores the state of our society, the anxiety we are feeling, and ways we can navigate the chaos. Dr. G and Chad talk about current challenges we all face, and offer coping strategies to maintain sobriety amidst uncertainty. Tonya McKenzie is the founder of Sand & Shores, a Communications, Marketing, and Sports Media firm. She is an international speaker and the Chair of the Los Angeles County Commission on Alcohol and Other Drugs. Tonya is a public relations expert specializing in storytelling, building community, and increasing brand awareness.  Tonya consults organizational leaders, sports professionals, and brands, helping them to increase their leads, profits, and exposure. Commissioner McKenzie is also the host of the Leaders & Learners Podcast, speaking to leaders, experts, authors, and personalities connected to the Golden State of California. Tonya was the first African American woman elected to the Redondo Beach Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors and was named the Redondo Beach Woman of the Year. She is the Vice President of the Black Public Relations Society – Los Angeles and serves in various other leadership positions. Tonya McKenzie can be found highlighted in the pages of Amazing Moms: Parents of the 21st Century. As a young gun violence survivor, she has become a dedicated youth advocate. Tonya McKenzie has authored several books, including a memoir titled A Child's Memories of Cartoons and Murder, addressing non-combat PTSD, predatory behavior, generational trauma, and domestic violence. Tonya has been married for over 23 years and has four kids, including a set of twins. Learn more about Tonya at www.tonyamckenzie.com.

Chau Truong, the owner of Tin Tea and a member of the Northfield Area Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors sits in for Jane Bartho, as she and Rich talk with Kirk Muhlenbruck, the Merchants bank Market President and Robb Nelson the Merchants Bank Mortgage Lender.

This week Mike's guest is Megan Plumley, co-owner of Plumley Creative, a design studio in Sykesville that specializes in branding and web development. Megan is also the newest Chamber of Commerce Board member.

Dan Holzrichter, Chair, Siouxland Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors Baird Private Wealth Management The post Dan Holzrichter, Chair, Siouxland Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors appeared first on KSCJ 1360.

Our conversation with Kelly Hinkle, Casselberry Chamber of Commerce Board. https://members.casselberrychamber.com/events/details/casselberry-food-wine-festival-4468 Want free tickets to the Food and Wine Festival? Be the first to email us at whatsupcasselberrypod@gmail.com This episode is sponsored by The Casselberry Chamber of Commerce www.casselberrychamber.com Visit us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.whatsupcasselberry.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Music used in this episode: ROYALTY FREE Business Technology Music | Presentation Background Music Royalty Free by MUSIC4VIDEO The original What's Up Casselberry Theme song by Jeremy Birdsall. Views and opinions stated in this episode, are those of individual and do not represent What's up Casselberry as a whole.

Our 1st episode for Season 4 of The Business Information Buffet Podcast also known as the BIB Podcast! We have Tiara Flynn and Shaundell Newsome!!!

This is episode 2 of 6 in a Deep Dive Series on the Housing Innovation Alliance! If you hear any background noise, that's because this episode was recorded LIVE at the HIA Conference 2024 at the University of Denver!  “For me, it's starting with innovating from that bottom-up piece where it's getting the people who are going to be affected by these changes and by these designs into the conversation as early as possible.” In this conversation, Devon Tilly chats with Brent Forsberg about community inclusion in development plans! Brent Forsberg has been active in real estate sales, investing, and development for 22 years in the Greater Lansing area. Currently, he is the President of TA Forsberg Inc, a firm with over 60 years of experience in road and sewer construction, and land development specializing in residential and light commercial and professional office.  Brent has led the sales teams of several large residential developments in the Greater Lansing and is a licensed broker involved in Forsberg Real Estate Company. T.A. Forsberg, Inc.'s projects have provided residential home sites for more than 1000 families within its premier lifestyle neighborhoods. He is currently involved in several urban sustainability and renewal projects within the Greater Lansing Area. Brent focuses on how to create stronger connected communities between local businesses, the arts, and residents through Place-Based Development and human-scaled design. Throughout his career, Brent has been active on many industry and non-profit boards including the National Homebuilders Sales and Marketing Council, the City of Mason Downtown Development Authority, and the Mason Chamber of Commerce Board, Lansing March of Dimes, The Lansing Economic Area Partnership (LEAP) board, and is the 2020 President of the Greater Lansing Homebuilders Association. He is also active on many committees working on transportation issues, education, workforce development, and promotion of the arts. Brent is an active speaker and has given talks, led design charrettes, and facilitated roundtables. Topics include market research, scale and design, and new home sales. Venues have included the International Homebuilders Show, the University of Michigan, Lansing Community College, many local schools, neighborhood associations, trade associations, and non-profit groups.  Personally, Brent is an avid outdoorsman enjoying alpine skiing and mountain biking with family and friends. He is an avid reader and enjoys writing as well. Brent enjoys cooking and participated in the celebrity chef auction for the March of Dimes for seven years. He loves working with people and being a small part of the growth in the Greater Lansing Region. Keep up with the Art of Construction (AOC) podcast on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and Youtube! Subscribe to the Art of Construction (AOC) podcast on Spotify and Apple Podcasts!

What is American Chambers of Commerce responsible for in Poland? Which American companies in addition to the ones already present here are eyeing Warsaw and Poland as their next „target”? What does it take for Polish companies to conquer American markets? About these and other subjects I'm speaking with Tony Housh - Chairman of the  American Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors. Tony Housh is a strategic policy, business, and communications advisor with thirty years of experience in Poland and Central and Eastern Europe. He has advised and assisted companies in a wide range of sectors, including defense, energy, innovative technologies, and bio-sciences.  He has served as the Chairman of AmCham since January 2015. He is a frequent commentator on radio and television, a keynote speaker, and has published numerous articles on trade, investment, innovation, and security in a wide range of publications.

First, we will be joined by Linda Araujo, Fundraising Coordinator at Second Chance Rescue & Rehoming, Inc

On this episode of Women, Wealth and Entrepreneurship hosted by Ariel Shaw, MBA.....We sit with the dynamic Pastor Coylitia O'Neal, Executive Pastor of Global Impact Ministries and Serial Entrepreneur! The First African American Family to own a long term care/nursing facility in Athens, GA. About Coylitia Coylitia Williamson O'Neal is a native of Athens, GA and currently resides in the southern crescent of Metro Atlanta. She graduated from the University of Georgia with a Bachelor of Business Administration in Organizations Management and Keller Graduate School of Management with a Masters in Business Administration in Human Resource Management. She has over twenty five years of experience in both the long term care and the funeral service industries. Coylitia is currently involved in several entrepreneurial and ministry endeavors. She is the Lead Pastor of Global Impact Christian Ministries in Stockbridge, GA. As a second generation business owner, she upholds the mantle passed by her father, the late Coy C. Williamson, Jr. She lives by the scripture, “unto whomsoever much is given, much is required” and is affiliated with numerous civic and professional organizations including Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., The Advancing Families Foundation, and Southern Crescent Pearls Foundation. Coylitia has previously served on Clayton County Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors, Atlanta Technical College Continuing Education Advisory Committee and Southern Regional Medical Center Foundation Board. Coylitia is the recipient of numerous awards and recognitions including: City of Stockbridge - Visionary Women: Celebrating You, National Women's History Month Award, Let's Talk America Community Service Award, Clayton County Chamber of Commerce Partner of the Year Award, Gospel Choice Awards – Leading Ladies, The National Women's Empowerment Ministry – Inspirational Woman of the Year Award, Southern Crescent Women In Business – Leadership Award and 2023 Southern Crescent Top 50 Women of Influence. While obligations to professional, civic and ministerial commitments are important, Coylitia maintains that her primary commitment is to her family. She is a loving motherto her two children: son, Spencer II (Stone) and daughter, Bethany. Thank you to our 2023 Media Sponsors.

Dirk Merle was born in Columbus, Ohio, to a military family. He lived much of his life abroad and throughout the USA. Following in his father's footsteps, he served in the US ARMY in both the 82nd Airborne Division and the 18th Airborne Corps. He has a bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management from Arkansas Tech University and a Masters in Business Administration from the Jack Welch Management Institute, holding a Welch honors distinction. He studied Financial Management from Cornell University and Product Management from the Kellogg School of Business at Northwestern University. Merle's worked in the food industry in various capacities over the last 25 years. He is the former President and Chief Executive Officer of Value-Added Products Cooperative and currently serves as Director of Product Development, Sales, & Category Management for Olympia Foods in Chicago where he travels bi-weekly to work from his office there. Dirk has served Searcy County as a past member of the Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors and won a 2020 Spirit of Searcy County Award from the Chamber.  He also earned the 2019 Arkansas Trails Volunteer of the Year award. Dirk resides in Tilly with his wife, Chris.  He and his wife are avid cyclists, helping to organize the annual Pedestal Rock & Lick Fork Rides for the Witts Springs Community Voices Non-Profit. As a cycling adventurer, he's one of fewer than 100 cyclists who've ever finished the prestigious Arkansas High Country Race (which travels through Searcy County), a 1000+ mile un-supported race through the Ozarks and Ouachita Mountains of Arkansas. He's also one of a handful of cyclists to complete the Ozark Grinder Trail, a route that travels through Searcy County and portions of Newton, Stone, Pope, and Van Buren Counties. Dirk Merle is passionate about his Searcy County life and loves exploring Searcy County and sharing his experiences on social media. 

In this episode, we dive into actionable ways to engage the veteran community and what part you can play in helping veterans transition back into the workforce.Bio:LtCol (Ret) Kathy Lowrey Gallowitz, U.S.A.F. is your “Veteran-hiring Concierge.” She served nearly 30 years as a nurse and public affairs officer in the Air Force. Her practice and perspectives are framed by master's degrees in Nursing and Political Science. In response to 9/11, she designed and executed a never-been-done-before statewide outreach office for the Ohio National Guard to educate and engage civilians in support of troops and their families. This innovative project focused on helping employers better understand the value of Veteran talent and how to retain them. Although for most of her career, she was in public service, she has first-hand experience hiring Veterans as a previous small business owner and advocating for business as a former Chamber of Commerce CEO. Through her business Vanguard Veteran, she equips civilian employers to become Veteran Champions, helping them acquire and keep Veteran talent. She also equips faith community leaders to build Military Ministries. Kathy is the author of: “Beyond ‘Thank You For Your Service,' The Veteran Champion Handbook for Civilians.” In this revolutionary book, she describes how easy it is for employers and other citizens to become Veteran Champions. She is a member of the Governor of Arizona's Veterans' Service Advisory Commission and the Southwest Veterans Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors. It is her life's calling to lead the Veteran Champion movement.ResourcesExclusive Membership Group ✨ Sign Up!Book Mentioned ➡️ “Beyond ‘Thank You For Your Service,' The Veteran Champion Handbook for Civilians.”HostSK VaughnSponsorGet 20% off your variety coffee box and use promo code "SK20"This holiday season take the guesswork out of finding the perfect gift!Let's ConnectInstagram |  Newsletter | Website

Have you ever wanted to create more of an impact in your community or in the Kingdom with your business?In this episode, Jeff and Austin discuss: Working in the family business from a young age. How your past can influence the impact you make now or in the future. Connecting with peers outside of your immediate circle. Building better as a team.   Key Takeaways: Build with a higher purpose than just what your projects look like on paper. Generosity is more than money. Think about how your business can be a platform for generosity in other ways.Leverage your platform for greater kingdom impact. There are ways to plant seeds no matter what industry you are in. Open your eyes to how others are making an impact.   "Find a peer group. There's cost associated, whether it be financial or time, but those commitments can be life changing." —  Austin Williams Episode References: Halftime: https://halftimeinstitute.org/Ben Rutt: Continuing a Legacy of Stewardship About Austin Williams: Hoping to make a “dent in the universe,” Austin founded Compass with an eye for developing East Tennessee's future. As Compass continues to grow and add to its portfolio of projects, Austin envisions more dreams becoming reality through development. He has a passion for Downtown Sevierville's revitalization efforts and contributes to those as Chairman of the Sevierville Commons Association and developer of projects including The Appalachian and Graze Burgers.As a homegrown Sevier County local, Austin's passion for his hometown led to involvement with numerous civic organizations in various roles. Austin is a graduate of leadership programs Leadership Tomorrow, Leadership Sevier, and East Tennessee Region Leadership. He now serves on Sevierville Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors, United Way of Sevier County's Board of Directors, and Sevier County Quarterback Club as Chairman. He previously served on Carson-Newman Alumni Board, Sevier County Republican Party Board, and co-founded Young Executives of Sevierville.Austin graduated from Carson-Newman University with a B.S. in Business Administration, then briefly worked in finance in Knoxville before returning to Sevierville with his wife Katie. They have been blessed with twins Harper and Rhett, as well as with their newest addition Baker.Austin leads Compass to a bright future as “Opportunity Creator,” and also leads his community to one. Austin was selected as the Sevierville Chamber of Commerce's 2022 Citizen of the Year and Knox News 40 Under 40 Class of 2022. He will continue to leave a positive impact on the people and places his success-oriented mentality reaches. Connect with Austin Williams:Website: https://www.compassventures.net/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/33286548/admin/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/compassventuresLLCInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/development_by_compass/  Connect with Jeff Thomas: Website: https://www.arkosglobal.com/Book: https://www.arkosglobal.com/trading-upEmail: jeff.thomas@arkosglobal.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/ArkosGlobalAdv Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arkosglobal/LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/company/arkosglobaladvisorsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/arkosglobaladvisors/

Faith Organizers Kelley Fox and Rev. Terry Williams let it fly in this episode about Ohio's special election in August, addressing everything from the intentional voter suppression tactics of Ohio's legislature to the pandemic of Christian anti-intellectualism that is currently plaguing our body politic. Clearly outlining why the August 8th special election is primarily about abortion access, Kelley and Terry make it plain by drawing the links between the rise of White Christian Nationalism and assaults on reproductive freedom — like Issue 1 in August. Listen in for an earful about the “Vote NO in August” campaign and what you can do to keep defending reproductive health, rights, and justice in the Buckeye state. Links to discussed content:  Vote NO in August Campaign: https://votenoinaugust.org/ Ohio banned August elections. Then the GOP planned one that could help preserve an abortion ban: www.nbcnews.com/politics/elections/ohio-banned-august-elections-gop-planned-one-help-preserve-abortion-ba-rcna85635 Tiny Minority of Ohio Chamber of Commerce Board vote for Issue 1 Endorsement: www.cleveland.com/opinion/2023/07/disgusting-issue-1-surrender-by-tiny-board-minority-at-ohi... Cost of the August 8th Special Election: https://ohiocapitaljournal.com/2023/06/09/local-boards-of-election-stressed-by-lack-of-funding-in-st... Ohio voter ID requirements from ACLU Ohio: www.acluohio.org/en/how-vote-ohio An introduction to Christian Anti-Intellectualism: www.newyorker.com/news/daily-comment/the-wasting-of-the-evangelical-mind Faith Choice Ohio's Religion & Repro Training: www.faithchoiceohio.org/religion-and-repro-training Music by Korbin Jones

Stormy Bradley is a sixth-generation Texan and the owner of multiple successful Texas-based businesses, including Bulldog Steel, a full-service steel manufacturer in Big Spring that employs local community members. Stormy knows firsthand what it means to start a business, create jobs, and sign the front of a paycheck. She and her husband Tyler and their two sons have pulled up their bootstraps to create a life worth celebrating and stand up for what they believe in throughout their community and state. Check out her site, and you will see that Stormy is dedicated to Texas values and has run as a republican candidate for a seat in the Texas senate. As a working mother of two and dedicated citizen, Stormy is a proud and unapologetic defender of the greatness of America. She is also a board member for the Coahoma Independent School District where she has fought to keep anti-American propaganda and critical race theory out of schools. Stormy holds a leadership position with the Big Spring Chamber of Commerce Board of Trustees where she works to improve the economy of the community and the region. Her service to the Permian Basin has earned her the Russ McEwen Community Hero Award in 2021 and a commendation from Senator Ted Cruz for her role in the community.In this episode of The Something New Show, host Mindi Linscombe unpacks more of Stormy's interesting story. Listen to see how she went from Nurse, to Successful Business Woman, to Political Candidate, and more.  Find out more about Stormy on Instagram at @stormybradley and her website www.stormybradley.com. Thanks for listening! Be sure to rate the show and leave a review with one key takeaway from this episode. And, be sure to subscribe to the show and tell a friend. Also, follow @thesomethingnewshow on Instagram and Facebook. If you want a fuller experience, like & subscribe to the show on Youtube! Cheers!

SummaryOn this episode of The Bentonville Beacon, host James Bell is joined by Toby Teeter, Director of the University of Arkansas Bentonville Collaborative. The Collaborative is an impetus for innovation in Bentonville, where the University of Arkansas' presence focuses on outdoor recreation, bio-design, whole health, advanced mobility, and technologies for retail, supply chain, logistics, and corporate enablement. Additionally, Toby is a serial entrepreneur and investor, with his most current venture being Omni Brands, a company that designs, builds and scales ecommerce businesses with its product studio, third-party logistics and ad agency services. Toby also serves on the Greater Bentonville Area Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors. Throughout the episode, James and Toby discuss modernization in Bentonville and The Collaborative's mission and vision for the future.Thanks for tuning in!Show Notes:(0:51) Introduction to Toby(4:08) About Omni Brands(6:58) Goals of The Collaborative(11:23) The Collaborative Initiatives(17:26) Future Plans for The Collaborative(22:17) Toby's Experience and Background(25:28) Having a Presence in Bentonville(29:11) Bentonville Favorites(32:21) #BecauseBentonville Story(35:03) Advice to Entrepreneurs(37:54) Closing Questions‍LinksJames BellBentonville Economic Development Toby TeeterThe UofA Bentonville CollaborativeOmni Brands, LLCQuotes“We're more centered on economic development than applied research. It's a little more pragmatic, but really the framing question is, ‘How can the University of Arkansas be a catalyst for innovation in Bentonville?'” - Toby Teeter, (8:17)“One of the sectors of interest for us in Bentonville is smart mobility, and that in essence is the movements of both product and people by electric means, whether it be in the air or on the ground…That program is considering what degree offerings, facilities, equipment, faculty and research would put us on the map.” - Toby Teeter, (13:28)“I love Bentonville. It's a draw to people like us. This is a city on the move. Dynamic people are moving here by the day from all over the world, and they're bringing such diverse talents.” - Toby Teeter, (22:20)“The concept of innovation is simply thinking in a new way. And, often that requires a diversity of thought, is often inspired by art, good beer, coffee and good music. The leaders of this community understand that, and that is why [Bentonville] is essentially a theme park for innovators.”“You don't have to have everything figured out…Just get it out there, and you learn so much more stumbling your way through the early years until you figure it out. Sometimes it hurts, but so many entrepreneurs just sit on the startline and are afraid to actually launch the product.” - Toby Teeter, (35:19)

Are you thinking about relocating to Spanish Fork, Utah? Then be sure to look up Shelly Jameson of Fathom Realty! With her in-depth knowledge and involvement with the local Chamber of Commerce Board, she can give you insight into businesses, attractions - even neighborhoods and schools. Discover what makes this remarkable community so unique, and listen to see if there might be something special waiting around the corner with Shelley as your guide!

On this episode of More to thePoint, Jonathan Gurwitz meets with Phil Green, 2022 San Antonio Chamber of Commerce board chair and chairman and CEO of Frost Bank, and Katie Harvey, 2023 San Antonio Chamber of Commerce board chair and CEO of KGBTexas Communications, to discuss the Chamber's 2022 milestones and 2023 goals.  If you are interested in learning more about the San Antonio Chamber of Commerce, click HERE.  If you have questions about this episode, or want to learn more about KGBTexas, please visit our website, or email us HERE.

Alejandrina Aguilar came from a very low-income background and started working at the age of five years old in Mexico. Her mother went to the U.S. before her to make a better life for her, as she waited years for her mother to earn enough money for her daughter to join her. “Allie” endured significant challenges to become the Bombshell Business Woman she is today, owning an IT firm and serving on multiple boards in the largest urban economy in Florida and the 12th largest in the U.S., Miami…in a male-dominated industry,  no less. She shares her story with you to prove that you can achieve anything you set your mind to.  Yet as inspiring as her story is, we also get into her area of expertise: information technology. She breaks down her basic checklist of what any business should receive from its IT provider. Allie says the goal is to manage and maintain instead of breaking and fixing, as the solution often costs far more than the maintenance. “Recovering is harder than protecting,” Allie touts, and she is specific about how things can spiral out of control without a solid IT foundation. I met Alejandrina and her fabulous mom at one of the events I spoke at in Miami in 2022 and was instantly drawn her to subtle confidence. You know I'm BIG on owning your personal power, and Allie offers that in spades, despite all of the obstacles she faced. If you are looking for one-part incredible inspiration and one-part actional business advice, this episode is for you! As always, you can tune in on the website and check out the show notes, listen on your favorite podcast app, or watch it on YouTube. About Alejandrina Aguilar Alejandrina founded Stellar IT Solutions in 2016. Since then, her team has provided professional and innovative IT services and solutions for businesses throughout South Florida. Allie is committed to excellence and goes above and beyond to provide her clients with the top-level support and service they deserve.  Outside of Stellar IT, Allie serves as treasurer for the Women's Miami-Dade County Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors. She also sits on the advisory council for Code/Art and the advisory Board for women for Success.  Connect with Alejandrina Aguilar Website: www.StellarIT.net LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alejandrina-aguilar/ LinkedIn Company Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/company/stellaritsolutionsmiami Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stellaritmiami Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stellaritsolutions/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, you'll also hear:How Kathy's military background led her to start a ministry geared toward supporting veterans and their familiesSome of the specific challenges military people face upon returning to civilian lifeHow to form a military ministry in your own communityWhat it takes to lead a military ministry — and why you may be more qualified than you thinkKathy's advice for pursuing a calling that doesn't necessarily bring instant rewardsBe sure to read all the way to the end to learn how you can help support the military-connected people in your own community! A Life Without RootsFor Lt. Col. Kathy Lowrey Gallowitz, supporting the military was always a part of life. Her father served active duty in the Navy, and so her family moved around the world many times throughout her childhood and teenage years. In particular, she remembers being uprooted during her junior year of high school — leaving behind friends, achievements, and the strongest sense of belonging she'd ever known — and moving to Iceland. When Kathy and her first husband finished their active-duty service in the Air Force and were ready to settle down, she was determined to give their children the roots she'd never had. “By about the age of 35, I had lived in about 20 communities,” she recalls. “And I started to notice how my experiences had been pretty different.”Due to living in so many different places, she'd never had close neighbors to rely on or support through hard times, and she didn't have a solid understanding of how to be involved in her community. So she started learning and making an effort to contribute however she could. Eventually, Kathy helped start an outreach program aimed at helping civilians learn how to support local military families. A few years into the program, however, someone alerted her to an untapped but very important group of people: the faith community. This led her to create a clergy outreach program as well. As Kathy explains, the faith community is uniquely equipped to support veterans and military families for several reasons:Spirituality plays a key role in healing of all kindsFaith communities typically emphasize hospitalityThose who serve in the military often establish a deep, trusting relationship with pastors during their service and carry that trust and respect with them after they leave the serviceChurches often already have counseling and other support services availableBecause faith communities are already so well-equipped to support military people, it's really just a matter of knowing how to reach out and offer that support. “It's not a heavy lift to really just be welcoming and supportive, practically and spiritually, of the military members in your congregation and in your community,” Kathy says.Though Kathy has since moved to another state, she continues to use her experience — both as a military nursing professional and as a military ministry leader, and also as a John Maxwell speaker, trainer, and coach — to work with volunteers who will go on to become military ministry leaders themselves. “So it all kind of comes together to glorify the Lord and support military-connected people,” she concludes.Freedom Isn't FreeKathy's story is an important reminder to all of us: the freedoms we enjoy have come to us through sacrifice — and too often the people who made those sacrifices have been overlooked. As Kathy points out, not everyone is even eligible to serve in the military. “And so,” she adds, “people who do volunteer to serve in the military — it's our opportunity, if not responsibility, to help them. Because they do help create our way of life!” What's more, those who serve in the military tend to avoid asking for help, so it's critical that military ministry leaders understand the unique challenges these people are facing. Some of these challenges include:Feeling disconnected: Military people are taught to be team players and to place duty and the mission over oneself. This can prevent them from asking for help when they need it, and also cause them to feel disconnected from society after leaving military service. Moral injury: Violating one's belief system — for example, having to kill in battle despite being taught the command “Thou shalt not kill” from a young age — can cause feelings of shame and contribute to PTSD. Soul injury: Unmourned loss and unforgiven guilt and shame can take a heavy toll emotionally and can be very difficult to process.Isolation: The military gives people a very close camaraderie and a tribe to belong to. When military people transition into civilian life, they lose that tribe and often feel incredibly isolated as a result.While not every military ministry leader is trained and equipped to help military people work through trauma, having a basic understanding of what these people are dealing with allows us to support them in getting all the help they need.That's why, in Kathy's book, Beyond “Thank You for Your Service”: The Veteran Champion handbook for civilians, she reminds us that we owe our veterans more than just a platitude or simple word of thanks. While the gesture of a warm welcome and word of thanks is absolutely needed, there is much more that we can and should do. “We all really need to go beyond,” Kathy says, “and I contend that the actions we take to go beyond center mostly on developing trusting relationships so that the service member and their family can start building their new civilian tribe. We all need that social connection and that support, and in this case, we need people with whom we can promote our spiritual resiliency. People who understand faith, who are believers, who can help us move in very positive directions of healing and growth. And that all happens in a military ministry.”How to Form a Military MinistryIf you're interested in forming a military ministry for your community, Kathy says the first step is to talk to your clergy (e.g. pastor, rabbi, priest, etc.) and ask what support systems for military people are already in place. Chances are, it may be as limited as a bulletin board thanking members of the congregation who have served. If so, that's the perfect opportunity for you to volunteer to partner with your clergy and start bringing people together. “It's really a partnership with the clergy member,” Kathy explains. “But the volunteer, the one who takes the lead, is the facilitator and the organizer.”Once you have your clergy's approval, the next step is to do some outreach to identify the military-connected people in the congregation. Not everyone who has served in the military “looks the part,” so to speak, and not every veteran wants to join a military-affiliated group.  Then, finally, it's time to talk to those people and learn what they want and need from the ministry. “There is no cookie-cutter approach,” Kathy says. “The needs of the people in an older congregation with Vietnam veterans will look very different from the needs of a group in a younger congregation with military spouses who have young children.” So as you bring the military people in your congregation together, ask them what kinds of activities and discussions they would find meaningful — and trust that God will guide you. Who Is Qualified to Lead a Military Ministry?For those who want to start a military ministry but aren't sure they qualify, Kathy says the primary qualification is that you love the military and the people who serve in it. You don't have to be a counselor, nurse, pastor, or hold some other specific title. “You aren't a leader because you have a title,” Kathy explains. “You're a leader because you know how to communicate, and you know how to make decisions, and you know how to relate to people.”That said, Kathy does believe it's important to understand military culture and the veteran community, and it's even better if you're a veteran yourself or have a family member who has served. The more you're able to relate to military-connected people — and the more they're able to relate to you — the easier it will be for you to help them. Finally, it's important to have a strong relationship with your clergy, so they can help you connect with local support systems such as counseling, food banks, homeless shelters, and so on, and so they can be personally involved in the military ministry as well.While it's common to feel intimidated or fearful of starting a military ministry, Kathy stresses that the important thing is to start. “You aren't expected to have all the answers,” she says. “You aren't expected to fix it. You're expected to provide friendship, practical support, and encouragement. Work through your clergy and refer people and just understand your limitations.” Your job as a volunteer isn't to help these people work through trauma — it's to help them build relationships. “You're just really trying to be a facilitator,” Kathy adds. “A facilitator of connection, a facilitator of the Lord's work, and being supportive. And so it really is magical in its simplicity.” And as you bring people together and help them build those relationships, you might just be surprised how God works among the group and empowers them to help each other, too. Small Victories Add UpIf you feel called to work on building your own military ministry but aren't sure where to start, Kathy offers a ton of great resources through her book, Beyond “Thank You for Your Service”, and on her website, Vanguard Veteran. Even if you aren't currently able to step up and lead a military ministry yourself, however, Kathy urges you to look for ways to support the military-connected people in your community. “Every citizen has an opportunity to do more as a veteran champion to help promote their quality of life and [support them] in the return to spirituality and their return to their potential,” she says. Whatever your ministry, business, or book topic may be, let Kathy's story inspire you today — not only to support the military people in your community, but also to keep pushing forward even when you don't see instant rewards for your work. Even if you aren't the “best of the best” and don't have all the answers, you can still do the Lord's work and share Christ with others through your words and actions. Furthermore, Kathy emphasizes the importance of celebrating the small wins that come from saying “yes” to God's call — things as simple as supporting someone through a hard time or watching God work through relationships you have helped facilitate. “Those things are so fulfilling for me,” Kathy says, “because I have trusting relationships with people who are hurting, and I feel like I can make a small difference just by being there and loving on them in the ways that I know how to do… Those are small wins, but they're really not! That is the essence of the whole thing.”Can there be any greater reward than knowing you are doing God's work and watching Him work through you to impact other people's lives for the better? BIO:Retired LtCol Kathy Lowrey Gallowitz is a career Air Force Veteran who served as a Public Affairs Officer and Nurse. Masters degrees in Nursing and Political Science frame her practice and perspectives.It was her life's calling to design and lead a never-been-done-before military outreach program in Ohio, in response to 9/11, to educate and engage civilians in support of troops and their families.While not serving in uniform, Gallowitz established and managed Buckeye Sports and Orthopedic Specialists and was the President of the Pickerington Area Chamber of Commerce. She has first hand experience hiring Veterans.As the owner of Vanguard Veteran, she equips civilians to become Veteran Champions as the “Veteran-hiring Concierge,” “Military Ministry Builder” and “Fallen Comrades Ceremony Producer.”Kathy serves on the Arizona Governor's Veterans' Service Advisory Commission, the Southwest Veteran Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors and is the Veteran-hiring Advisor for the Arizona Society of Human Resource Mangement.Her husband, Ed is a retired career active duty Soldier with four combat tours. Together they have six sons, one daughter and three grandchildren. GET CONNECTED:Website: VanguardVeteran.com  Instagram: www.instagram.com/vanguard_veteran/Twitter: www.twitter.com/vetvanguardFacebook: www.facebook.com/VanguardVetVanguard Veteran Overview:https://vanguardveteran.start.pageMilitary Ministry Builder:https://vanguardveteran.com/faith-community-veteran-champion-consulting-training-2/Military Ministries Matter Monthly Coaching Call:https://bbemaildelivery.com/bbext/?p=email&id=d4b78ab4-4490-254f-87c3-21f479c6906fMilitary Ministries Quiz:https://vanguardveteran.files.wordpress.com/2022/04/military-ministry-quiz-1.pdf“Beyond ‘Thank you For Your Service:' the Veteran Champion handbook for civilians” on Amazon: https://bit.ly/BeyondThankYouForYourServiceWomen Who Lead is a monthly free hybrid Leadership Discussion Forum for women Veterans and non-Veterans to empower women leaders and foster mutual support. We hope you will join us! 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How can employers go beyond thanking a veteran for their service? Retired Air Force LtCol Kathy Lowrey Gallowitz has devoted her post-military career to equipping civilans to become Veteran Champions. With hosts Lindsey Pollak and Mike Abrams, Kathy shares personal insights from her upbringing as a Navy ‘brat,' her nearly 30-year career in the Air Force as a Public Affairs Officer and Nurse, and experiences educating and engaging civilians in support of troops and their families in response to 9/11. Noticing how different her experiences and mindset were from most Americans, and observing the pride civilians feel when serve Veterans meaningfully, Kathy discusses why she is compelled to narrow the military civilian divide and equip people who have never served in the military to become Veteran Champions. She shares best practices for employers and actionable advice for individual employees and company recruiters to move from veteran friendly to veteran ready. An award-winning businesswoman, Kathy coaches employers how to improve their bottom line by excelling at hiring and retaining Veteran talent, and as a thought leader pioneer, she equips volunteers to build Military Ministries to cultivate a sense of belonging and promote spiritual resiliency for military-connected people. Master's degrees in Nursing and Political Science frame her practice and perspectives. She is also a John Maxwell trained speaker, trainer, and coach. She is the author of “Beyond ‘Thank You For your Service,' The Veteran Champion Handbook for Civilians.” While not serving in uniform, Gallowitz established and managed Buckeye Sports and Orthopedic Specialists and was the President of the Pickerington Area Chamber of Commerce. She has first-hand experience hiring Veterans. As the owner of Vanguard Veteran, she equips civilians to become Veteran Champions as the “Veteran-hiring Concierge” and “Military Ministry Builder.” Kathy serves on the Veteran-hiring Advisor for the Arizona Society of Human Resource Mangement, member of the Southwest Veteran Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors and Chair, Arizona Governor's Veterans' Service Advisory Commission. Her husband, Ed is a retired career active-duty soldier with four combat tours. Together they have six sons, one daughter and three grandchildren. Vanguard Veteran Overview: https://vanguardveteran.start.page Complimentary "Veteran-Ready" Employer Assessment: https://vanguardveteran.files.wordpress.com/2022/07/may-2021_-vr-employer-assessment.pdf Vanguard Veteran's Employer Consulting and Training: https://vanguardveteran.com/veteran-champion-consulting-training/ Invite Vanguard Veteran to Speak: https://vanguardveteran.com/invite-me-to-speak/ O*Net Online Mlitary Crosswalk Search: https://www.onetonline.org/crosswalk/MOC/ “Beyond ‘Thank you For Your Service:' the Veteran Champion handbook for civilians:” https://bit.ly/BeyondThankYouForYourService Society of Human Resource Management Veterans free at Work Certificate: https://www.shrm.org/foundation/ourwork/initiatives/engaging-and-integrating-military-veterans/PublishingImages/Pages/Inclusion-Captains-Veterans/Veterans%20at%20Work%20flyer.pdf Women Who Lead: A monthly free virtual Leadership Discussion Forum for women Veterans and non-Veterans that I facilitate to empower women leaders and foster mutual support. We hope you will join us! Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/137542143253   ABOUT US Welcome to the FourBlock Podcast, a show that examines veteran career transition and the military-civilian divide in the workplace. General Charles Krulak coined the term "Three Block War" to describe the nature of 21st-century military service defined by peace-keeping, humanitarian aid, and full combat. But what happens next? Veterans are often unprepared to return home and begin new careers. We call this the Fourth Block.  FourBlock is a national non-profit that has supported thousands of transitioning service members across the nation in beginning new and meaningful careers.  Mike Abrams (@fourblock) is an Afghanistan veteran, founder of FourBlock, and author of two military transition books. He represents the military transition perspective. Lindsey Pollak (@lindsaypollak) is a career and workplace expert and New York Times bestselling author of three career advice books. Lindsey represents the civilian perspective of this issue.  Veterans, explore new industries and make the right connections. Find a career that fits your calling. Join us at fourblock.org/ Sponsor our program or host a class to equip more of our veterans at fourblock.org/donate. Follow FourBlock on Social Media  LinkedIn Facebook Instagram Twitter Podcast episodes are produced and edited in part by the Columbia University Center for Veteran Transition and Integration.  

Retired LtCol Kathy Lowrey Gallowitz is a career Air Force Veteran who served as a Public Affairs Officer and Nurse. Masters degrees in Nursing and Political Science frame her practice and perspectives. It was her life's calling to design and lead a never-been-done-before military outreach program in Ohio in response to 9/11, to educate and engage civilians in support of troops and their families. While not serving in uniform, Gallowitz established and managed Buckeye Sports and Orthopedic Specialists and was the President of the Pickerington Area Chamber of Commerce. She has first-hand experience hiring Veterans. As the owner of Vanguard Veteran, she equips civilians to become Veteran Champions as the “Veteran-hiring Concierge,” “Military Ministry Builder,” and “Fallen Comrades Ceremony Producer.” She coaches volunteers on creating “Military Ministries” (in partnership with clergy) to foster connection, a sense of belonging and promote spiritual resiliency. Kathy serves as the Chair of the Arizona Governor's Veterans' Service Advisory Commission and the Southwest Veteran Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors and is the Veteran-hiring Advisor for the Arizona Society of Human Resource Management. Her husband, Ed, is a retired career active-duty Soldier with four combat tours. Together they have six sons, one daughter and three grandchildren.

In this week's episode, we are joined by Akasha Absher, the president of Syntrinsic Investment Counsel, a national investment consulting firm. Akasha and Marisol converse about:Akasha explains how she's not only the president of a firm but a Black woman, friend, boss, colleague, partner, finance professional, dreamer, human with capacity for greatness and with capacity to make monumental mistakes.We talk about how in order to be perceived as successful, you must leave certain “worlds” then decide whether you try to reintegrate back into those communities.We talked about the importance of networking with other POC to build knowledge and increase the likelihood of being successful.It is important to prove, advocate, and assert yourself in order to be taken seriously.Watch this episode here - https://youtu.be/16mj1wiGS4oAbout our guest: Akasha Absher (she/her/hers) is, among many things, the President of Syntrinsic Investment Counsel, a Colorado-based national firm that provides investment advice and strategic consulting to endowment foundations and private clients. The catalyst of her impressive career can be traced back to Clark Atlanta University where she obtained her BA in Finance. Later, after a stint in South America, she earned her MBA from the University of Michigan, Ross School of Business. She's been making moves ever since. Akasha has an extensive background in investment consulting and banking, fixed income trading, risk management, and nonprofit leadership. This unique amalgamation of expertise has ultimately led to her prowess and success as president of Syntrinsic and beyond. In 2020, Akasha was named one of the top 25 Most Powerful Women in Colorado by the Colorado Women's Chamber. To top it all off, Akasha is a dedicated community member. She serves on the Board of Pinnacol Assurance, the Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce Board, the Advisory Board of the CLIMBER Loan Fund, and the REI Advisory Committee for Confluence Philanthropy. The latter is a diversity, equity, and inclusion initiative managed exclusively by women and POC. They seek to expand the control of capital beyond "white male gatekeepers" and to provide resources to continue moving the discussion forward. Originally from New York, Akasha and her husband moved from NYC to indulge in Colorado's scenery. When she isn't hustling, Akasha can be found enjoying time with family, hiking, reading, traveling, and practicing yoga.Links:Marisol's website: https://www.marisolerlacher.com/LinkedIn: Marisol - www.linkedin.com/in/marisol-solarte-erlacher Akasha Absher - https://www.linkedin.com/in/akashaabsher/Instagram: @Resilience_and_ResistanceWe have partnered with US Bank to support our communities like this one through responsive and humbled actions focused on addressing racial and economic inequities and creating lasting change through our Community Possible Grant Program,https://www.usbank.com/about-us-bank/community/community-possible-grant-program.htmlIf you are interested in Marisol Solarte-Erlacher supporting your business or organization by speaking or training on topics such as Work Trauma for BIPOC women, Racial Battle Fatigue, supporting mental health in traumatic times, and building resilience in employees and resilient leadership in BIPOC women. Contact her directly at marisol@marisolerlacher.com if you want to learn more.Check out exclusive offers from our sponsors and partners - https://www.theplug-agency.com/sponsorsProduction CreditsArt: Maite Nazario | http://www.maitenazario.comMusic: Inte-Gritty by Bianca MikahnPodcast Editing and Production: https://www.theplug-agency.comDistribution by: The Plug Podcast Network - https://art19.com/networks/the-plugSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This episode of Space Marketing Podcast is with Craig Smith about the Oklahoma Air and Space Port space journey with a bonus interview with Dan Hawk with the Intertribal Space Conference happening near the spaceport.   YouTube episode links: Oklahoma Air and Space Port - https://youtu.be/Kz25yeZDn2g Intertribal Space Conference - https://youtu.be/NohMVi3tHsw ABOUT OKLAHOMA AIR AND SPACE PORT Craig Smith Executive Director   Office: (580) 562-3500 Email: Craig.Smith@spaceport.ok.gov Cell: (580) 309-3223   Website: AirSpaceportOK.com Twitter: @SpaceportOK LinkedIn: Oklahoma Air and Spaceport Facebook: Oklahoma Space Industry Development Authority Address: P.O. Box 689, Burns Flat, Oklahoma 73624   Oklahoma Space Industry Development Authority Global Spaceport Alliance   Oklahoma Department of Commerce   Board members referenced information Frontier Electronic Systems Nordam Companies Cities near the spaceport Burns Flat City of Clinton Elk City   Point of Interest in Oklahoma Starbase (STEM) Tulsa Air and Space Museum National Weather Center in Norman, OK FAA Mike Monroney Aeronautical Center Universities and Colleges: Southwest Oklahoma University University of Tulsa - CyberSecurity University of Oklahoma - Aerospace and Defense Master Degree Program Oklahoma State Unmanned Research systems Institute Ph.D. in Drone Technology Aerospace Engineering Degree Program UAM, UAS Stratodynamics   Balloons Space Perspectives World View Stratospheric Spaceflight     BONUS INTERVIEW A spaceport is born from a vision within the community. As the vision turns into reality, it because a beacon for space and inspiration. Meet Dan Hawk who talks about the Intertribal Space Conference that is happening near the Oklahoma Air and Space Port.   More show notes in the Expanded Show Notes section on SpaceMarketingPodcast.com.   ABOUT INTERTRIBAL SPACE CONFERENCE Dan Hawk Principal Scientist at United First Nations Planetary Defense   United First Nations Planetary Defense https://ufnpd.wordpress.com Intertribal Space Conference https://intertribalspaceconference.wpcomstaging.com Nov. 15-17, 2022 Clinton, Oklahoma at the Frisco Center ABOUT IZZY Izzy's website - CLICK HERE Author of Space Marketing: Competing in the new commercial space industry on Amazon and Audible - CLICK HERE Podcast host for Space Marketing Podcast - CLICK HERE Organizer for Space for Kentucky Roundtable - CLICK HERE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kathy is a third generation veteran and  the owner and Chief Innovator at Vanguard Veteran, LLC. She is a consultant, speaker, trainer, coach and author. It is her life's calling to lead the Veteran Champion movement. Vanguard Veteran's mission is to equip civilians to become Veteran Champions. As a consultant and trainer, Kathy helps employers acquire and keep Veteran talent, faith community leaders build "Military/Veteran Ministries" and leaders develop their leadership capacity. Whether you are a neighbor, employer, faith community leader, attorney, healthcare provider, educator, or any other member of society, Kathy's book is for YOU. “Beyond ‘Thank you For Your Service:' the Veteran Champion handbook for civilians” can be found on Amazon. She lives in the greater Phoenix area and was appointed to Governor Ducey's Veterans Service Advisory Commission and elected to the Southwest Veteran Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors.https://vanguardveteran.comSupport the show

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John Duisberg sits down with Scott McMichael, Managing Director of U.S. and Canada at Improving. Improving is a technology management and consulting firm that provides technology transformation, software product engineering, and systems engineering, as well as the coaching and training to support those services. Scott and John talk about the importance of engaging team members in a variety of ways, why salary can't be your only driver in keeping great people at your company, and why culture, retention, and engagement are the business. More About Scott McMichael Scott McMichael serves as Managing Director of US and Canada at Improving, supporting the executive leadership in the Atlanta, Dallas, and Houston enterprises, and including oversight of our strategic training service offerings, national partnerships, and our signature community marketing initiative, “CodeLaunch.” His primary focus is growing and positioning Improving for greater impact across North America and to change the perception of the IT profession. This includes business development, delivery excellence, plus attracting and growing technology professionals by creating a great work culture. Prior to working with Improving, Scott held multiple leadership positions for consulting organizations – President and COO at Innovative Architects, which was acquired by Improving in 2018; VP of Operations & Delivery at American System Corporation / Thoughtmill. As an energetic technology leader, Scott is passionate about assembling dynamic teams that deliver innovative solutions on enterprise platforms. He is a Georgia native, having served the client and his community of North Metro Atlanta for his entire career. He serves on the Alpharetta Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors, and is an active member of Conscious Capitalism's Senior Leader Network. Scott is a graduate of Southern Polytechnic State University and resides in Milton, Georgia with his wife and four kids. RESOURCES RELATED TO THIS EPISODE Visit https://improving.com/ Follow Scott McMichael on LinkedIn CREDITS Theme Music

Dylan Smith is the editor for the Yellowhammer News. He got his start in journalism as Managing Editor for Jackson Blaze. He is a contributor at The Daily Caller. Dylan is a former Pricing Analyst in the Procurement department at Associated Pharmacies, Inc. Prior to this, he served five years in the banking industry at FNB Bank and Redstone Federal Credit Union. In 2018, Dylan received a chairman's appointment to the Mountain Lakes Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors, where he served as head of the Public Policy and Advocacy Committee. He went on to serve as Chairman of the Board, as the youngest in the chamber's history to hold the position. In 2020 Dylan received an appointment from the County Commission to serve on the Jackson County Health Care Authority Board of Directors. In addition, he held a seat on the Highlands Foundation Board of Directors. He also served on the county's COVID-19 Recovery Task Force, as well as the local Small Business Relief Fund Board of Directors. Dylan is the former Vice Chairman of the Jackson County GOP Executive Committee and formerly held an elected seat on the ALGOP SEC. He also served as Chairman of the Young Republicans of Northeast Alabama.

Over the past 25 years, Carlos Puente has called the San Gabriel Valley home and instantly fell in love with the SGV.“I felt the passion that the SGV community has for their own individual cities but also the unity that all the cities have with each other. “He started CARDON Media in 2016 as a family-owned company with experience in sales, customer service, advertising and marketing. Their first  client was the long-established community newspaper Mid Valley News and represented them in the community handling all their distribution and sales. The next few years CARDON Media grew to represent other local newspaper covering 15 cities in the SGV.In 2018 CARDON Media published its own newspaper called “El Monte NOW” which later grew into the “San Gabriel Valley NOW” newspaper which published its last issue in 2021. The San Gabriel Valley NOW brand has grown into social media, radio and soon video streaming (Roku) and will start publishing the” San Gabriel Valley NOW” magazine and “SGV NOW $avings” Magazine this year (2022).Carlos Puente is currently on the El Monte/S. El Monte Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors and is the Ambassador Director for the Chamber. Instagram: sgv.nowWebsite: sgvnow.comWebsite: cardonmedia.comPhone: 626-238-4754__________ Music Podcast Intro and Outro Everyday, Jason Farnhmam, YouTube Audio Library Podcast Advertisement I love you, Vibe Tracks, YouTube Audio Library Sour Tennessee Red (Sting), John Dewey and the 41 Players, YouTube Audio Library Dewey, Cheedham, and Howe (Sting), John Dewey and the 41 Players, YouTube Audio Library Film Project Countdown.flac Copyright 2013 Iwan Gabovitch, CC-BY3 license

Pawtucket Mayor Don Grebien joins Dan to react to last night's decision by Commerce RI board to continue moving forward with the Pawtucket-based, soccer stadium anchored development known as Tidewater Landing. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Jeff chats with Scott McMichael, Managing Director of Improving's South Region about the direct impact on the business success he's experienced by prioritizing all stakeholders in their business when making decisions. Even though it's the harder path, the literal differentiation and lasting relationships this creates for your business will set it up for a bright future. Scott McMichael is also on the Conscious Capitalism Chapter Board in Atlanta and a wonderful steward of his community.  More about Scott McMichael Scott McMichael serves as Managing Director of Improving's South US Region, supporting the executive leadership in the Atlanta, Dallas, and Houston enterprises, including oversight of  their strategic training service offerings, national partnerships, and signature community marketing initiative, “CodeLaunch.” His primary focus is growing and positioning Improving for greater impact across North America and to change the perception of the IT profession. This includes business development, delivery excellence, plus attracting and growing technology professionals by creating a great work culture. Prior to working with Improving, Scott was the President and COO at Innovative Architects, which was acquired by Improving in 2018. He serves on the Alpharetta Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors and is an active member of Conscious Capitalism's Senior Leader Network.  RESOURCES RELATED TO THIS EPISODE Follow Scott at https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-mcmichael-23a8b7/ Go to https://improving.com/  Learn more about Conscious Capitalism at https://www.consciouscapitalism.org/chapter/atlanta  CREDITS Theme Music

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Current title : SuprintendentCurrent organisation: Lake Tahoe Unified School DistDr. Todd Cutler currently serves as the Superintendent of the Lake Tahoe Unified School District and is the President of the Cutler Consulting Group LLC.Dr. Cutler began his education career teaching and coaching at both the middle school and high school levels. He began his school administration career in 1998 and has served in an array of positions. He has been a Dean of Students, Assistant Principal, Principal. School Improvement Analyst, Administrative Coach, Deputy Superintendent, as well as Superintendent. Along with his public education career, Dr. Cutler is an accomplished speaker, trainer, coach and mentor. The focus of this work is on the development of organizations, leadership, and governance.Dr. Cutler attended New Mexico State University where he was an Academic All-American Football player. He received his B.S. degree in Secondary Education from NMSU.. Todd went on to earn his Masters in Education Administration from the University of Phoenix, and lastly earned his Doctorate degree in Educational Leadership from Nova Southeastern University.Along with Dr. Cutler's educational and professional experience, he has demonstrated a commitment to be involved with the communities he has lived and worked. Examples include volunteering as a site director for Inner City Games in Las Vegas, Nevada, serving as the Mayor of Fernley, Nevada, a member of the Susanville Rotary Board, a member of the Rocklin Education Excellence Foundation, Past President of the Rotary Club of Winters and served as the Vice President for the Winters Chamber of Commerce Board.Todd has a philosophy of collaborative leadership. He understands the importance of engaging all stakeholders in the educational process. He is committed to doing what is best for students and has a proven track record of improved student achievement under his service.  Resources mentioned in this episode:Free Download of The Leadership Survival Guide (10 World-Class Leaders Reveal Their Secrets)https://store.consultclarity.org/leadership-survival-guide-10-world-class-leaders-reveal-their-secrets1625572748028The Leadership Conversations Podcasthttps://open.spotify.com/show/4IB6V41kr4GVJ98XLHMPeCThe Jonno White Leadership Podcasthttps://open.spotify.com/show/2p8rvWrYW2XNLl9Z8m3pTsThe Leadership Question of the Day Podcasthttps://open.spotify.com/show/6eZ4lZ2bgA8aczPKY4Oqw6Clarity Websitehttps://www.consultclarity.org/7 Questions on Leadership Serieshttps://www.consultclarity.org/large-enterprises-leadershipWe'd Love To Interview YOU In Our 7 Questions On Leadership Series!https://www.consultclarity.org/7-questions-interestSubscribe To Clarity's Mailing Listhttps://www.consultclarity.org/subscribeJonno White's eBook Step Up or Step Outhttps://store.consultclarity.org/step-up-or-step-out-sales-page1640131063671Jonno White's Book Step Up or Step Out (Amazon)https://www.amazon.com/Step-Up-Out-Difficult-Conflict-ebook/dp/B0925MB4SR

The future of higher education is changing. Millions of students now have access to online courses from the world's top universities. As college becomes ever more expensive, the traditional business model of higher education is under threatHow can Simmons University and other institutions remain relevant in this rapidly shifting environment? We talk with Lynn Perry Wooten, the president of Simmons University, to explore what's happening in higher education today.The conversation includes these topics:-- About Simmons University-- The state of higher education in 2022-- The business model of higher ed-- How to develop an economically viable business model for colleges and universities-- Technology is an enabler of higher education-- Supporting a diverse student body-- On the book Arrive and Thrive-- Advice for college students making the transition to graduate school-- Creating a transformational university experience for students-- Advice to women on gender equality in the workplace-- What is inclusive leadership?-- How to balance economic efficiency against educational qualitySubscribe to participate in live shows and ask questions to the guests: https://www.cxotalk.com/subscribeRead the complete transcript: https://www.cxotalk.com/episode/simmons-university-president-future-higher-educationLynn Perry Wooten, a seasoned academic and an expert on organizational development and transformation, became the ninth president of Simmons University on July 1, 2020. She is the first African American to lead the university.Specializing in crisis leadership, diversity and inclusion, and positive leadership—organizational behavior that reveals and nurtures the highest level of human potential—Dr. Wooten is an innovative leader and prolific author and presenter whose research has informed her work in the classroom and as an administrator.Dr. Wooten's research has ranged from an NIH-funded investigation of how leadership can positively alleviate health disparities to leading in a crisis and managing workforce diversity. She is the author of two books, Positive Organizing in a Global Society: Understanding and Engaging Differences for Capacity Building and Inclusion (2016) and Leading Under Pressure: From Surviving to Thriving Before, During, and After a Crisis (2010). Sharing her work at nearly 60 symposia and conferences, she also is the author of nearly 30 journal articles and more than 15 book chapters, as well as managerial monographs and numerous teaching cases.She currently serves on the Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors, the Association for Independent Colleges and Universities in Massachusetts (AICUM) Board of Directors, the Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center Trustee Advisory Board, the JFK Library Foundation Board of Advisors, the Fenway Alliance Board of Directors, The George School Board of Trustees, the MASCO Board of Directors, and the WBGH Board of Trustees. In addition, Dr. Wooten serves on the Alumni Association of the University of Michigan Board of Directors and the North Carolina A&T University Board of Trustees.She is the co-author of WSJ Bestseller, Arrive & Thrive: 7 Impactful Practices for Women Navigating Leadership.

Colin Diaz with The Tempe Chamber of Commerce The Tempe Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors has named Colin Diaz, IOM, ACE, as the new President & CEO following the retirement of Anne Gill. Colin Diaz is no stranger to chamber of commerce work, as he assumes the role of President & CEO with over […]

Colin Diaz with The Tempe Chamber of Commerce The Tempe Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors has named Colin Diaz, IOM, ACE, as the new President & CEO following the retirement of Anne Gill. Colin Diaz is no stranger to chamber of commerce work, as he assumes the role of President & CEO with over […] The post Colin Diaz with The Tempe Chamber of Commerce appeared first on Business RadioX ®.

Title: The Two Trees Series: ORIGIN Speaker: Darren Stott Date: March 6, 2022 CCLI Church Copyright License #2271707 DARREN STOTT Darren Stott is the Lead Pastor of Seattle Revival Center, a church located in the Newcastle/North Renton area, founded in 1955. He is a third-generation pastor and is licensed with the Assemblies of God. Darren has been a part of several community groups throughout the Seattle region, including: • Linking Shields/Jubilee Reach • Cascadia • Renton Ecumenical Association of Churches • Newcastle Chamber of Commerce • Board of Directors - Renton River Days Darren also teaches and serves on the Board of Directors at Destiny International School of Ministry. Darren is the Founder of Supernaturalist Ministries and has traveled throughout Indonesia, Germany, Ireland, Wales, Australia, and India, challenging people to embrace the call of God on their lives. He is a key leader in raising up a five-fold, counter-cultural body of believers that major in authentic community, empowered evangelism, seeking shalom/justice and cultural renewal. His greatest joy, outside of Jesus, is being married to Andrea and being a dad to Abigail Rose, Peter Joseph, Sophia Zoe, and Victoria. Follow on Facebook @TheDarrenStott

Keith Richards explores the importance of a strong company culture and purpose in building a strong restaurant and franchise business with unusually high team member retention. He and his wife Amy founded fresh-casual restaurant Taziki's in 1998, which now has 90 locations in 15 US states. More recently, they have started a second restaurant business, Greek Street. Keith served as President from May 1998 until December 2012, and then served as the Chief Franchise Officer from June 2012 till 2017. Keith has returned to manage the flagship market in Birmingham, AL, and continues to lead their culinary R+D and the HOPE project, Taziki's signature charity. Before creating Taziki's, Keith Richards worked under the direction of Frank Stitt at Highlands Bar and Grill- which won the elusive 2018 James Beard Foundation Award for the most outstanding restaurant in America. Today, Keith and Amy and their two sets of twins live in Birmingham, AL, where Keith serves on the Shelby County Chamber of Commerce Board and advances the cause of employing special needs students in metro Birmingham and across the country. EPISODE RESOURCES:Taziki's websiteGreek Street websiteTaziki's HOPE ProjectKeith's bioConnect with Keith on LinkedInTaziki's Franchising

Flex This was birthed from a deeper desire to have curious and meaningful conversations exploring the exquisite dance of complexity and simplicity on this journey of being a human. My personal training years didn't only provide me the opportunity to flex physical muscles. It also taught me the gift of exploring the vast beauty of being a human. Not all clients want to talk while they work out. However, Susan was never short in words (in the best kind of way). Susan has a fearlessness about her. You will hear more of that strength and drive throughout this episode. But what I really have loved talking about with Susan in training sessions and in this conversation is the power of saying yes to ourselves when we have a dream and vision. Throughout our conversation, you will hear Susan talking about leaning into the opportunities life presents to her, knowing, it is all an invitation from the flow of life. Susan and I haven't spoke in years, and it was so refreshing to connect and be in the presence of her fiery spirit. I'm excited to share this conversation with y'all! Susan Coe is a US Army Veteran and entrepreneur. Susan, who received her bachelor's in accounting from Nova Southeastern University, is the sole owner of Peace, Love & Zen Holistic Wellness Center. She is also the proud mother of her daughter, Melina. Prior to Susan's journey into holistic wellness and the healing arts, she spent 12 years as a flight attendant and 20 years as an entrepreneur. Through her personal experiences and endless research, Susan founded Peace, Love & Zen in 2013. With the motto “it's easier to stay well than get well,” Peace, Love & Zen's mission is to empower individuals to initiate, expand, and maintain their physical and spiritual wellness through the education and guidance of experienced and caring staff. Susan believes stress reduction and health maintenance are key elements to personal success. As such, she routinely offers complimentary services to at-risk populations from area non-profit agencies, and she provides discounts for active military, veterans, senior citizens, and minors. Susan is active in the community, serving as the Vice President on the East Liberty Quarter Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors. She loves to spend time outdoors, especially in Florida. You can learn more about Susan's venture into holistic and healing arts at https://peaceloveandzen.com/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/flexthis/message

Tony Conley kicks off his fourteenth episode with a three-part interview of John Truscott is the CEO of Truscott - Rossman, one of the top Public Relations firms in Michigan and they are known nationally. Whether developing a message, assembling a strategy, generating publicity or building relationships, nobody does it better. John has consistently been recognized for his expertise, knowledge and ability to get the job done and was named the most effective public affairs professional in the 2019 and 2021 MIRS/EPIC- MRA survey of Capitol insiders. He started his own public relations firm after serving as Director of Communications and Press Secretary to Michigan Gov. John Engler, eventually becoming the longest-serving press secretary for any governor. Early in his career, John led communication strategy for multiple campaigns for statewide office.  He served as spokesman for the Bush/Cheney campaign in Michigan, was a member of the Bush/Cheney recount team in Florida, and took part in the Bush/Cheney transition office. In 2011, he merged his firm with the Rossman Group, creating Truscott Rossman, Michigan's largest and most respected bi-partisan public relations firm. He has served as a speaker and panelist for many media and government-related conferences. He also chaired the Emergency Public Information Committee by appointment of the Secretary of Health and Human Services.  To promote democracy, John volunteered as a trainer on communications and media issues with members of Parliament in Ukraine. Active in volunteer and philanthropic activities, John is also a community leader. He is currently Vice Chairman of the Michigan Capitol Commission.  He serves on the Michigan Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors, the Board of Directors of the Grand Rapids Economic Club and is an At Large Board Member of the Ottawa County Ground Water Board. He has served on the Michigan Community Service Commission, the Michigan State University International Alumni Association, and as Governing Board Chair of Ele's Place for grieving children. He is a proud Michigan State University alumnus, earning a bachelor's degree in communication and a major in political science. » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCqNX… » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/ Thank you to Benjamin Robinson and Motor City Skyline's music

Faster Learning, Scaling, & Thriving, and Passing it On to The Next Generation – Private Equity Profits Podcast with Seth Greene & Cliff Locks Episode 037 Joshua Steinberger   Joshua Steinberger is CEO of NextGen Restorations, the number one roofing company in Ohio, and principal of Driven Acquisitions, a holding company that owns and operates apartment buildings in Ohio. Joshua was the first ever recipient of the BBB Spark Award, an award bestowed upon entrepreneurs 35 years old and younger whose businesses are less than 3 years old. He was also awarded the Northern Ohio Area Chamber of Commerce (NOACC) Bright Star Award. Joshua shows appreciation for the community that he grew up in by serving on the Twinsburg Chamber of Commerce Board and sponsoring the Twinsburg Youth Football League. He generously gives back by making selfless contributions to several charities and organizations including the Hunger Network of Greater Cleveland, the Timothy Hart Foundation and the Chiari & Syringomyelia Foundation. Listen to this informative Private Equity Profits episode with Joshua Steinberger where we talk about learning, thriving and scaling your business, and passing it on to the next generation.   Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week's show: A career in the trades and the effects on your health and body A background in sales and how it contributes to growing a business Surrounding yourself with brilliant and accomplished people and learning from them Analysis paralysis and how to move on a deal Collaboration as the most important part of business Tax efficiency and how real estate investing can help you achieve it Riding the wave of a tech bubble Fighting an international marlet for the right real estate investments Patience as the key word in real estate going forward Where we are lacking in teaching our children financial literacy and what we need to do to close the gap Helping our children indentify their passions and shoot for the life that they want Offering private equity to expand your network and increase your liquidity     Connect with Joshua: Links Mentioned: https://www.nextgenrestoration.net/ https://www.mywifewillcutyou.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/josh.steinberger Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joshsteinberger/   Connect with Seth: seth@marketdominationllc.com Connect with Cliff Website investmentcapitalgrowth.com Email cliff@investmentcapitalgrowth.com   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week Tara and Blake chat with David Flowers, district superintendent of Huntington ISD, and the new Chairman of the Board right here at the Lufkin Angelina County Chamber of Commerce. We learn about David's background, his vision for the future, what's been happening at the Chamber and much more! The Chamber Connect Podcast is presented by IT Enabled - Learn more about IT Enabled here: https://bit.ly/355JGsV Each week hosts Tara Watson-Watkins, CEO of the Lufkin Angelina County Chamber of Commerce and Blake Pollino CEO of BP Media Group sit down with local leaders, small business owners, and people of interest to share education and inspiring stories from right here in our community. Thanks so much for listening! Make sure you rate and review the podcast wherever you're listening. Subscribe on Youtube: https://bit.ly/3JElc Like us on Facebook: https://bit.ly/33ubk2i Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/3rV9C3j Learn more about the chamber: https://bit.ly/3ByV9gD The Chamber Connect Podcast is produced by BP Media Group - Learn more at https://bit.ly/3v0p7ZE

Donna Rhode spent her early years feeling like a misfit. Her teachers did not like that she had a mind of her own, her father struggled with bouts of depression, and she lacked strong role models to connect to. Combined with early and recurring trauma, Donna believes she may have ultimately dropped out of school if not for her second grade teacher, who saw her gifts, helped give her a voice, and became her first role model. Fast forward to college where another educator saw Donna's gift, this time in the form of a university dean who encouraged Donna to attend business school. Throughout her career, Donna had great mentors and has provided mentoring to others. But her ultimate guide has been her deep spirituality. Please listen in to Donna's perfectly imperfect journey as she explores the importance of guides in her own life, and how she now lends her expertise and guidance to others. Bio: Donna specializes in the marriage of strong business results and personal development. She's currently Community Relations Executive at Vaco Raleigh, a boutique provider of executive search, consultant, permanent placement, and strategic staffing services. She also provides coaching, leadership facilitation, and business consulting services. Donna spent over 25 years in the high-tech industry in various capacities. She was Vice President in Global Sales Operations for Cisco Systems where she led multiple teams to drive, design, and implement innovative global programs and processes. She held other leadership roles in Strategy, Sales Enablement, Product Management, Government Affairs, Systems Engineering, and Field Marketing. Before Cisco, Donna was with IBM in Systems Engineering, Sales, and Brand Management roles. She served as Program Director at the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill Executive Development Program, where she designed, developed, and executed custom leadership programs for corporate clients. Certifications include EQ-I (emotional intelligence self-assessment & 360); Leadership Versatility Index (360); Insights Discovery Tool; Covey Leading at the Speed of Trust. Donna received her B.A. in Economics with Minor in Psychology, and M.B.A with concentration in Information Systems, from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst. She's been an active member of the community for several years. She is/has been affiliated with the following organizations: American Red Cross (former Board Chair, 15 years Board Member); Dress for Success Triangle (Board Vice Chair); Triangle CHRO Association (Co-Founder and Co-Chair); NC Symphony (Board of Trustees, Digital Committee Chair, Strategy Committee, Friends of Note: 2 years Chair); American Heart Association (Circle of Red); Raleigh Chamber of Commerce (Board of Advisors, former Executive Committee, Education Committee Chair)); BEST NC; Triangle Family Services (Advisory Board); Raleigh Professional Women's Forum (Past President); American Friends of the Château de Compiègne (Past Vice Chair); Athena Women in Tech (Advisory Board); Women's Giving Network; International Women's Forum (Comms Committee Vice President); Triangle Diversity Equity Inclusion Alliance. 

This episode of the Amazing Cities and Towns Podcast sponsored by Bearing Advisors, Jim Hunt interviews Sarah Aquino of Folsom, CA about solutions to the current labor shortage situation.   A candid conversation about the current labor market How Sarah choose to deal with the situation and lead by example And, much more   7 Steps to an Amazing City:   Attitude Motivation Attention to Detail Zing Inclusiveness Neighborhood Empowerment Green Awareness   Thanks for listening and look forward to having you join us for the next episode.   Links Mentions During Show:   AmazingCities.org AmazingCities.org/podcast to be a guest on the podcast   About  Sarah Aquino Sarah Aquino was elected to the Folsom City Council in November 2018 and was chosen by her colleagues to serve as vice mayor in 2019, mayor in 2020, and vice mayor in 2021.  Prior to her election to the Council, Sarah served four years as a member of the Board of Education for the Folsom Cordova Unified School District. She is the city's representative to the Association of California Cities Allied with Public Safety, Folsom Tourism and Economic Development Corporation, and the Sacramento Metropolitan Air Quality Management District. Sarah represents California's 1st Senate District on the Citizens' Advisory Committee for Folsom State Prison and California State Prison, Sacramento. She is a past chair of the Folsom Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors, former Folsom Library commissioner, three-time PTA president at Russell Ranch Elementary, and former board member of the Folsom Cordova Education Foundation. Sarah is a licensed life and health insurance agent and runs her family's insurance agency. She grew up in Fair Oaks, attended public schools in the San Juan Unified School District, and graduated from California State University, Sacramento. Her husband, John, is a physical education and adaptive physical education teacher. They have been married for over 20 years and have two children.   About Your Host, Jim Hunt: Welcome to the “Building Amazing Cities and Towns Podcast” … The podcast for Mayors, Council Members, Managers, Staff and anyone who is interested in building an Amazing City.   Your host is Jim Hunt, the author of “Bottom Line Green, How American Cities are Saving the Planet and Money Too” and his latest book, “The Amazing City - 7 Steps to Creating an Amazing City”   Jim is also the former President of the National League of Cities, 27 year Mayor, Council Member and 2006 Municipal Leader of the Year by American City and County Magazine.   Today, Jim speaks to 1000's of local government officials each year in the US and abroad.   Jim also consults with businesses that are bringing technology and innovation to local government.   Amazing City Resources:   Buy Jim's Popular Books: The Amazing City: 7 Steps to Creating an Amazing City: https://www.amazingcities.org/product-page/the-amazing-city-7-steps-to-creating-an-amazing-city   Bottom Line Green: How America's Cities and Saving the Planet (And Money Too) https://www.amazingcities.org/product-page/bottom-line-green-how-america-s-cities-are-saving-the-planet-and-money-too   FREE White Paper: “10 Steps to Revitalize Your Downtown” AmazingCities.org/10-Steps   Hire Jim to Speak at Your Next Event: Tell us about your event and see if dates are available at AmazingCities.org/Speaking   Hire Jim to Consult with Your City or Town: Discover more details at https://www.amazingcities.org/consulting   Discuss Your Business Opportunity/Product to Help Amazing Cities: Complete the form at https://www.amazingcities.org/business-development   A Special Thanks to Bearing Advisors for the support of this podcast:  www.BearingAdvisors.Net                                          

Genesis Block was created with the idea that each community needs a place to collaborate, create, discuss ideas and gather. Building the small business ecosystem and supporting community collaboration is our goal in each neighborhood.  HOW DO WE REACH OUR MISSION? COWORKING: Genesis Block Coworking Community provides the space you need to grow and the community to inspire. EDUCATION: Our https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfrImoKyLi_VdFRiDhjV8wdznJErgsk4AbtTK58ST6zZ7UEKQ/viewform (Entrepreneur Academy) provides unique courses for small business owners and entrepreneurs with any background. Our variety of offered course modules, seminars, and workshops to take your business to the next level! TECHNOLOGY: ANZA is a technology platform designed to support the growth and connection of minority and women owned businesses. The platform pairs minority owned business with anchor institutions and prime contractors.  GENESIS BLOCK - ENTREPRENEURS ACADEMY WITS BEGIN: our foundation course for small business owners and entrepreneurs. We provide you with the tools and content that you need to validate, launch, and grow your idea. BACK ON THE BLOCK: our minority business accelerator is designed to accelerate the development of minority and women-owned businesses. Our program helps minority businesses get access to tools, resources, networking, and capital to grow. Interested in joining our next minority business acceleratorhttps://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfrImoKyLi_VdFRiDhjV8wdznJErgsk4AbtTK58ST6zZ7UEKQ/viewform ( apply here). GENESIS BLOCK SMALL BIZ STUDIO: offers a variety of course modules, seminars, and workshops to help take your business to the next level  Founders Tracey and Girard NewkirkTracey and Girard Newkirk are the Cofounders of Genesis Block. The couple share a passion for community building through development of entrepreneurs, small business and collaboration among stakeholders. Tracey Newkirk, is a Certified Personal Resilience Coach and the Founder UNEXO, a boutique consultancy helping leaders build high-performance teams. She currently serves on the Wilmington Chamber of Commerce Board, chairing African American Business Council and the WARM (Wilmington Area Rebuilding Ministries Board. Girard Newkirk is a technology entrepreneur Founder and CEO of KWHCoin and Genesis Block.. Girard is a native of Pender County and moved back to the Wilmington area by way of San Jose, California in November of 2018 with a mission to develop technology, entrepreneurship and the small business ecosystem in the Cape Fear Region. In 2019, KWHCoin won the Coastal Entrepreneur Awards Emerging Company for the company's work on combining renewable energy and technology. He serves on the boards of the Cape Fear Economic Development Committee, Cape Fear Collective, and Cape Fear Community College Information Technology Committee. Genesis Block website: https://genesisblockilm.com/ (https://genesisblockilm.com/) Girard Newkirk LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/girard-newkirk-21137b70/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/girard-newkirk-21137b70/) Tracey Newkirk Linked Profile:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/traceynewkirk/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/traceynewkirk/)

Recently, Bret Schanzenbach was joined by Josh Mazur on the Carlsbad People, Purpose, and Impact Podcast. Josh is the director of business development for the financial consulting company, Guide My Finances, and the chairman-elect of the Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors. Not only does he have a deep understanding of the business world, he also has a passion for serving the community. In this conversation, Bret and Josh talk about what led Josh to be a part of the Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce and how the Chamber will be honoring businesses and individuals throughout the community at the upcoming CBAD Awards. Are you interested in attending the CBAD Awards? Sign up by clicking on one of the links below! Interview Links Attend the CBAD Awards: https://carlsbad.org/cbad-awards-2021  Find out more about Guide My Finances: http://www.guidemyfinances.com  Contact Josh Mazur: ruzam2@hotmail.com  Find out more about the Chamber: https://carlsbad.org  Produced by Imagine Podcasting dba Heard Not Seen Media, Inc. https://www.imaginepodcasting.com 

Episode 8 - Talking Energy Show - Mike Cantrell - Author | Speaker | Oil and Energy Consultant | Owner of Pivotal Strategic Solutions Pivotal Strategic Solutions(405) 206-4444 mike@mikecantrell.net Government affairs consultantRegulatory compliance consultantPublic affairs consultantStrategy consultant Mike is an entrepreneur / consultant with demonstrated history of accomplishment in the oil & energy industry as well as the Political and Public Affairs space. Skilled in coalition building, solving difficult problems, and building oil and gas companies, Mike is a strong entrepreneurial professional with a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) focused in Psychology from East Central University. A 40 year industry veteran, Mike sees the oil and gas industry, at least in the conventional vertical well space, as offering the greatest return on investment in the American economy. Michael (Mike) Cantrell was born and raised in Oklahoma, where his family has strong ties to the oilfield. Cantrell's grandfather was a driller in the 1920's, eventually starting his own business in the 1950's, which Cantrell's father joined a few years later. In 1968, his father shifted into the production side of the business, where Cantrell gained hands-on experience in the field, accompanying his father in business from an early age. Cantrell attended East Central University in Ada, Oklahoma and graduated in 1972 with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology. While Cantrell was, and still is, keenly interested in psychology, he wanted a career in which he could work for himself and decided to continue on the family legacy in the petroleum industry. In 1975, Cantrell started Oklahoma Basic Economy Corporation, an Ada, Oklahoma based oil and gas exploration and production company specializing in enhancing production in more mature formations, serving as President until 2000. That year, Cantrell sold Oklahoma Basic Economy Corporation and a few months later, founded Cantrell Investments LLC, an oil and gas investment company, with assets primarily in Oklahoma., Texas and Kansas. Around that time, Cantrell decided to leave his longtime home in Oklahoma and relocated to Plano, Texas, just outside Dallas. A few short years later, in 2006, he moved back to Oklahoma. In 2009, Cantrell accepted a consulting position with Continental Resources, where he was an integral part of building the company's Government Relations Division, eventually serving as Vice President of Governmental and Regulatory Affairs. While at Continental, Cantrell maintained his oil and gas interests and upon leaving the company in March 2013, shifted his focus back to Cantrell Investments. As a longtime veteran, Cantrell notes that this industry is "an exciting place to work," crediting his dedicated employees - many of whom have been with him for years, if not decades - for their team's overall success. He also points out that it is an added benefit to have assets performing for you, and in turn generating profit, even while you sleep! Even though he has no shortage to choose from, Cantrell easily considers his greatest accomplishment to be raising two motivated children - both successful in their chosen fields - who he claims are even smarter than their dad. In fact, both his children have taken a page from their father's book in some way - his daughter is a political consultant and his son a fourth generation oilman. And though each have their own, independent companies, Cantrell has also worked closely over the years on joint ventures and projects with both his father and brother. In his free time, you will most likely find Cantrell on his Harley Davidson, whether he's traveling to the corners of the United States or just taking a quick ride. Cantrell is also very active in industry organizations, and serves on the Board of Directors of: Oklahoma Independent Petroleum Association, The Domestic Energy Producers Alliance, The Council for a Secure America, Citizens Bank of Ada, and is the Vice Chairman of Oklahomans for Lawsuit Reform. Additionally, Cantrell is the Chairman of the National Stripper Well Association, and is a longtime member of the Board of Directors for the Texas Alliance of Energy Producers. Cantrell adds that he has sincerely enjoyed working with the Alliance, saying, "I have never felt as effective in Washington D.C. as I did when accompanying Alliance leadership" to the U.S. Capitol earlier this year. Business: Present: Chairman-Postwood Energy LLC 2000 - Present-Principal-Cantrell Investments LLC- Oil and Gas Investment Company. 3/2012 - 3/2013 - VP Government and Regulatory Affairs at Continental Resources, Inc. 4/2009 - 3/2012 - Political Affairs Consultant to Continental Resources, Inc. working on Federal and State issues. 1975 - 2000 President-Oklahoma Basic Economy Corporation, an Ada, Oklahoma based oil and gas exploration/production company. 1991 - 1999 Chairman-Oil Center Operating, Inc., an Ada, Oklahoma based oil and gas production operating company. Industry Related Association Activity: Present: Co-Chair & Board Member-Oklahoma Energy Producers Alliance 4/2014 - 2016 Chairman-National Stripper Well Association. 1986 - 2017 - Director for the Council for a Secure America - A Nonprofit educational organization which is a coalition of American Oil and Gas Producers and American Friends of Israel. 2010 - 2013 On the Board of Directors for the North Dakota Petroleum Council. 2009 - 2012- Co-Founder and President Domestic Energy Producers Alliance. Nationwide collaboration of oil and gas producers ,royalty owners,and trade associations working together to influence U.S. Domestic oil and gas issues. 2009 - 2011 Chairman Oklahoma Independent Petroleum Association Legislative Committee. 2009 - 2017 - On the Board of Directors for the Texas Alliance of Energy Producers. 1999 2002 President, Save Domestic Oil, Inc. Nation wide coalition of Producers and Royalty Owners to enforce United States trade laws regarding oil dumping. 1990 2000 Industry Advisory Board, National Association of Royalty Owners. 1995-1997 President, Oklahoma Independent Petroleum Association. Oklahomas largest energy association with 1,200 members. 1995-1998 Executive Committee, Texas Independent Petroleum Producers and Royalty Owners Association. 1990-1995 Chairman, Environmental Committee of the Oklahoma Independent Petroleum Association. 1992-1995 Co-Founder/Chairman, Oklahoma Energy Resources Board. The first oil check-off program in the country. A four million-dollar per year program. Two million spent annually for environmental restoration of historic oil field damage sites. Two million spent annually for public education about Oklahomas oil industry. 1989-1991 Chairman of Liaison Committee of Cooperating Oil & Gas Associations, composed of 32 State and National Oil and Gas Associations. 1987-1988 Chairman, EPA Special Task Force of Oklahoma Independent Petroleum Association. Played a major role in keeping oil field fluids from being classified as hazardous waste under Sub-Title C of the Resource Conservation Recovery Act. 1984-1989 President, Wildcatter Club of Oklahoma Tripled membership as Membership Chairman/President. 1983-1987 Chairman, Regulatory Affairs Committee of Oklahoma Independent Petroleum Association. 1982-1984 Membership Committee Chairman, Oklahoma Independent Petroleum Association. Brought membership from 1,100 to 1,500 (the highest number of members in the history of the association). Serves on Board of Directors of: The Oklahoma Energy Producers Alliance Citizens Bank of Ada Oklahoma Independent Petroleum Association 1980-4/2017 Oklahoma Foundation for Excellence 1994-1996 Grand River Dam Authority 2004 - 2008 Leadership Oklahoma 2004 - 2006 Oklahomans for Workers Compensation Reform - Vice Chairman Oklahomans for Lawsuit Reform - Vice Chairman National/State Civic Activities: 1984 Member, Charter Class Leadership Oklahoma 1984-1987 Chairman, Pollution Enforcement Sub Committee of the Industry Advisory Committee of Oklahoma Corporation Commission. Local Civic Activities: 1989-1991 Ada Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors. 1988 1990 Founder and President, Ada City School Foundation. Built endowment of $90,000 that today is close to one million dollars. Personal: Member of First Presbyterian Church of Ada Private Pilot Certified Scuba Diver Harley Rider Extraordinaire

Dr. Dudley discusses leading a small town and dealing with national issues that affect all of it's citizens.  Mayor Herb Roach, mayor of O'Fallon, IL discusses race relations, corona virus and more in this transparent interview.BIO of Guest:                                    Professional Experience    Mayor of O'Fallon         May, 1 2017 to present   City Council      May, 2011 to May, 2017 Sr. V.P. Heartland Bank     September 2007 to May 2015  V.P. Best Manufacturing Group  September 1998 to Sept. 2007            (Includes employment with Artex International which was purchased by Best)   V. P. Basler Electric      June 1969 to September 1998  Owned with Wife our own Business      Sept. 1988 to Oct. 2010                                         ResponsibilitiesServed as head of Administration and Corporate Development and as Director of a Manufacturing Division with Corporate responsibilities for  Information Technology……..Supply Chain Management……..Quality…. Customer Service….Human Resources… Corporate Wide Insurance & Pensions ….. Government Relations and New Facility Development.    This included developing operations of over 15 facilities in 5 different countries.    Also served on 6 Merger and Acquisition teams of which led 3 of them.                                       Family·      Married to my wife Nancy for 51 years·      Three Children: Lea, Kate and Todd·      Nine Grandchildren and 1 Great Grandchild                                         Community InvolvementØ Vice Chairman of Metro East Transportation Planning CommitteeØ Member St. Clair County Military Affairs CommitteeØ 6 years as O'Fallon AldermanØ 15 years on Board of Directors at Lindenwood UniversityØ 6 years Illinois State Chamber of Commerce Board of DirectorsØ 6 years as Member of Illinois State Board of Education Ø Former Member and Chairman of National Advisory Board to the Department of Labor in Washington D.C…for 6 yearsØ Former Member and President of District 90 School BoardØ Former Member and President of OTHS Endowment FundØ Former Member of St. Louis Regional Production Council.Ø 23 years of coaching youth sports in O'FallonØ Member of O'Fallon American LegionØ Member of O'Fallon Knights of ColumbusØ Member of O'Fallon RotaryØ Member of O'Fallon / Shiloh Chamber of Commerce Support the show (https://ileadacademy.net)