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This week, Olivia is joined by Clare Murray, Managing Partner at CM Murray and Chair of the CLSC Communications Committee. They explore the origins of CM Murray, how the firm has evolved over the years, and what sets it apart. The conversation also covers the upcoming IFSEA conference, including its guest speakers and the key topics on the agenda. Clare also shares insights into her role as Chair of the Communications Committee for the City of London Solicitors' Company. In addition, she reflects on her experience as a specialist advisor to the Women and Equalities Select Committee during its enquiry into sexual harassment in the workplace. Thank you for Listening!

On this new series from the Engage team, take a moment to get the highlights from the Delta MEC's week. Learn about ongoing hot topics, news, and events. This new series will also feature occasional quick takes from guests, including committee chairs, SMEs, and your MEC leadership.To learn more about these topics, please read our weekly MEC News. Don't forget to subscribe and send the Communications Committee a DART for topic ideas and your take on our episodes!

How do infection prevention strategies vary across the globe? In this episode, Kelly Holmes and Lerenza Howard talk with infection control experts Dr. Filippo Medioli from Italy and Dr. Tatiana Izakovic from Slovakia. They explore how cultural attitudes, institutional policies, and limited resources shape infection control efforts worldwide. The conversation also compares how hospitals in different countries train and staff their infection prevention teams. Key topics include antimicrobial stewardship, the lasting impact of COVID-19 on protocols, and how innovations like AI and diagnostic stewardship are transforming the fight against healthcare-associated infections. Don't miss this vital conversation! Hosted by: Kelly Holmes, MS, CIC, FAPIC and Lerenza L. Howard, MHA, CIC, LSSGB About our Guests: Filippo Medioli, MD Born in Milan, Dr. Filippo Medioli is an Infectious Diseases Specialist at Humanitas Research Hospital in Italy and a PhD Candidate at the same institution. His expertise extends to antimicrobial stewardship and clinical infectious diseases, reflected in his role as an ad hoc member of the ESGAP Executive Committee. Dr. Medioli has broadened his international experience through a clinical observership at Hospital Universitario Virgen del Rocío (HUVM) in Seville, Spain, from May to July 2024. Additionally, he serves as the Network Officer for the Trainee Association of European Society of Clinical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases or ESCMID, beginning in April 2024, fostering collaboration among early-career infectious disease specialists. In his free time, he enjoys expressing his creativity through painting and drawing. Tatiana Izakovic, MD, MHA, CIC Tatiana Izakovic, MD, MHA, CIC is an experienced hospital epidemiologist and infection control specialist. She is currently a PhD candidate at Comenius University School of Medicine, where she also serves as an adjunct faculty member in the Department of Hygiene. Dr. Izakovic has held leadership roles in infection prevention and hospital epidemiology, including serving as a hospital epidemiologist at Hospital Bory and as an infection control consultant. She is an active member of international professional organizations, including ESCMID and APIC, where she sits on the Communications Committee. Her research and presentations focus on hospital-associated infections, patient safety, and epidemiological strategies. Dr. Izakovic holds an MD from Comenius University, an MHA from the University of Iowa, and a CIC certification from CBIC.

Trouble sleeping?Sluggish energy?Frustrated?Your liver might be talking to you!In this episode Dr. Sina shares how her liver got her attention and caused her to leave her medical career and a surgery residency with lots of debt and no clear path forward.  But she trusted herself and went on to study Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) which she loves.  Now Dr. Sina and her liver are thriving.  Find out what you can do to access the spring energy and help your liver.

In this week's edition, Communications Committee member Tony Mulhare discusses the annual increase to pay rates, per diem, and flight physical reimbursements.  He also reminds pilots that your uniform allotment is tied to your anniversary date, not the new year. He also gives a recap of the several top questions that contract admin fielded in 2024 including what happens to GTO if you arrange to stay at the hotel when your first flight of the day is delayed, a question on monthly overlap rules and how they apply to reserve blocks, and finally how LCO works when you weather divert.If you have any feedback for us at all, please drop us a line at comm@swapa.org or send us a text.Follow us online:Twitter - https://twitter.com/swapapilotsFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/swapa737

In this week's edition, Matt McCants from the Communications Committee teases the multiple scheduling implementation items coming in early 2025. From Release to Check-In to ELITT enhancements, all Pilots should be aware of how the Q1 and Q2 schedules could be affected by the upcoming changes. There's also a quick tip on how to access the last 10 emails on the SWAPA App, and the Contract Administration Q&A covers several popular scheduling topics like short notice reserve assignments, and how to properly use Training Golden Days Off (TGDOs).If you have any feedback for us at all, please drop us a line at comm@swapa.org or send us a text.Follow us online:Twitter - https://twitter.com/swapapilotsFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/swapa737

The latest episode of the SWAPA Ride Report is now available!In this week's edition, Matt McCants from the Communications Committee goes over the multiple scheduling touches that are on deck in the next several quarters. He also speaks to the Joint Implementation Committee's progress on Side Letter 2. The Contract Administration Q&A also covers several popular scheduling topics like the 12-hour RAP, short notice open time (SNOT) awards, and the mysterious vacation week disappearances some members have seen in CWA. He also plugs the new SWAPA App, which became available on Wednesday and is already being used by over a third of the Pilots.If you have any feedback for us at all, please drop us a line at comm@swapa.orgFollow us online:Twitter - https://twitter.com/swapapilotsFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/swapa737

November 21, 2024 ~ Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie talk with U.S. Congresswoman Debbie Dingell about being re-elected as chair of the Democratic Policy and Communications Committee, the status of the investigation into former Rep. Matt Gaetz, House Speaker Mike Johnson banning transgender women from the Capitol bathrooms, and more!

Congress has returned for their final week of work before their Thanksgiving break. The Senate continued work today on President Biden's judicial nominations. While a handful of bills are on the House agenda including one that requires tracking barcodes on mail-in ballot envelope and another that bans the U.S. government from doing business with anyone with ties to the current Venezuelan government. House Democrats will hold their leadership elections for the next Congress. That is scheduled for tomorrow. And while Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries and his two top deputies are all slated to run for reelection unopposed. Multiple media outlets report that Jasmine Crockett of Texas plans to challenge Debbie Dingell of Michigan as chair of the Democratic Policy and Communications Committee. That's the group that puts out the party's political messaging CBS News' Scott McFarlane will tell us more about where we stand with House and Senate leadership coming up. President Biden is at the G20 summit in Brazil. In his opening remarks, he talked about global development, and support for Ukraine and Israel. Meanwhile, reaction continues on reports that the Biden administration has given Ukraine the green light to use long-range U.S. missiles for strikes inside Russia with a top Russian official saying the US is adding QUOTE fuel to the fire". Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week's edition, Matt McCants from the Communications Committee gives a recap of this past week's events at the International Conference of Pilot Unions and the coming comm products from the panels you may have seen on social media. This will include a SWAPA Number episode featuring multiple pilot union presidents, and an article we will release next week. There is also some gouge on the scheduling changes you'll see starting in November, as well as some quick reminders about OPS day and your Training Golden Days Off (TGDOs). The contract Q&A this week covers flight cancellations during a commute, inconvenient van times, and some reminders about blank line bidding and Golden Days Off (GDOs).  If you have any feedback for us at all, please drop us a line at comm@swapa.orgFollow us online:Twitter - https://twitter.com/swapapilotsFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/swapa737

Advocacy within the laboratory community can feel intimidating, but it doesn't have to be. Why not blend your passions with your professional responsibilities? This week, we're beyond excited to bring you another engaging episode of the eLABorate Topics podcast! Our guest, the incredibly talented Sophia Chandrasekar, MLS(ASCP), joins co-host Stephanie Whitehead to chat about advocacy in the lab world. It's an episode full of practical tips, heartwarming stories, and a splash of lab-inspired fashion!Key Takeaways: Explore Creativity: Learn how Sophia blends her artistic talents with lab advocacy, using lab-themed comics and designs to spark conversations.Make It Personal: Hear about the power of merging your passions with professional goals to create meaningful and impactful advocacy. Engage Through Storytelling: Discover how storytelling can turn complex lab topics into relatable, inspiring stories for students and the wider community.This episode is packed with creativity, passion, and fun, practical advice to help you revamp your lab advocacy strategy. Tune in now, and get ready to be inspired to make waves in the lab community! Special Guest Bio:Sophia Chandrasekar, MLS (ASCP)CM is the creator and illustrator/author of Warbler Works Studio. To decompress during the beginning of COVID-19, she began to illustrate short comics that described her experiences, as well as others, in the medical laboratory sphere. From there, she took her love and experience of working on Lab Week for her hospital and created a laboratory-themed shop to celebrate the laboratory profession year-round. Sophia also serves on the ASCLS Marketing and Communications Committee and is the host and producer of the ASCLS Off the Bench Podcast.Connect with Sophia on social media at:Instagram: @warbler.worksTwitter (X): @warbler_worksFacebook: @warblerworkssAlso, check out this book (referenced during the episode) by Dr. Alan Wu: The Hidden Assassin: When Clinical Lab Tests Go Awry: Wu, Alan H.B.: 9780989348546: Amazon.com: Books

October 4, 2024 - Join us for a special conference on U.S.-Korea relations produced in partnership with the East Asia Foundation (EAF) and the National Committee on American Foreign Policy (NCAFP). This forum provides a venue for expert discussion on the security, diplomatic and economic dimensions of the U.S.-Republic of Korea relationship, and includes a bipartisan coalition from Korea's National Assembly.  The program commences with welcoming remarks from former South Korean Foreign Minister Kim Sung-hwan, Korea Society president and CEO Tom Byrne, and NCAFP president and CEO Ambassador (Ret.) Susan M. Elliott.  The security and diplomacy panel features critical insights from the National Assembly Member Kim Young-bae, Vice Chairman of the Foreign Affairs Committee of the PPP Ambassador Kim Gunn, Vice Chair of the Foreign Affairs and Unification Committee, Dean of Sogang University's Graduate School of International Studies Kim Jae-chun, and Director of the Korea Program at The Stimson Center Jenny Town. This session is moderated by Director of the Forum on Asia-Pacific Security at NCAFP Susan Thornton, who retired from the State Department after a 28-year diplomatic career focused primarily on East and Central Asia.  The economics and trade panel features National Assembly Member Choi Hyung-du, Vice Chair of the Science, ICT, Broadcasting, and Communications Committee, former ROK Trade Minister Yoo Myung-hee, and Albright Stonebridge Group Senior Counselor in the East Asia & Pacific practice Tami Overby. This session will be led by Korea Society President and CEO Tom Byrne. For more information, please visit the link below: https://www.koreasociety.org/policy-and-corporate-programs/item/1866-next-steps-for-us-korea-relations-key-diplomatic-and-economic-developments

Ever wondered what goes into organizing a U.S. presidential debate? In this episode of Back in Session, Ryan Stevens and Ryan DeMara sit down with Jean Cantrell and Dan Felton, who have served as members of the 'Ticketing Team' with the Commission on Presidential Debates (CPD), to uncover the complexities behind the scenes. From selecting venues to ticketing logistics, discover the intricate planning that shapes these historic events. Plus, learn about memorable moments from past debates, the role of students in the process, and some of the most unusual challenges, like Kid Rock and mask enforcement during the 2020 debate! Perfect timing with the 2024 election around the corner—don't miss this insider's take!About Jean Cantrell:As a seasoned government relations professional, State and Federal Communications, Inc., was thrilled to bring on Jean Cantrell as the company's first senior advisor in January, 2022, with a particular focus on stakeholder management. She has been a volunteer with the Commission on Presidential Debates since 1988 and worked with the Commission to set up presidential debate watches on more than 500 college campuses. She has served in a number of leadership positions: President of both the Washington Area State Relations Group and the State Government Affairs Council, was Vice President of the NCSL Foundation, and co-chair of the U.S. Conference of Mayors Business Council. About Dan Felton:As AMERIPEN Executive Director, Dan can be contacted directly for comments and questions about AMERIPEN's Board of Directors, finances and resources, association and industry leadership, coalition management, strategic planning, public policy positions, and conference and speaking requests Dan is currently staff liaison for their federal working group, Communications Committee and Compostables Work Group.About the CPD:The Commission on Presidential Debates (CPD) was established in 1987 to ensure, for the benefit of the American electorate, that general election debates between or among the leading candidates for the offices of President and Vice President of the United States are a permanent part of the electoral process. CPD's primary purpose is to sponsor and produce the quadrennial general election debates and to undertake research and educational activities relating to the debates. The organization, which is a nonprofit, nonpartisan, 501(c)(3) corporation, sponsored all of the presidential debates in 1988, 1992, 1996, 2000, 2004, 2008, 2012, 2016, and 2020.Learn more: https://www.debates.org/about-cpd/

In this week's edition, Communications Committee member Matt McCants takes the membership around the big take aways following last week's SWAPA Board of Directors meetings. From Aeromedical/Benefits and Safety information, to scheduling tips and where all the 2025 budget resources live, you'll be up to speed on what's happening across the committees.    In the Q&A section, topics include reserve credit for canceled assignments, fatigue call policies, vacation shifts around holidays, LDO triggers, and ETOPS recurrent training requirements. Good questions from unique situations out on the line continue to come in.If you have any feedback for us at all, please drop us a line at comm@swapa.orgFollow us online:Twitter - https://twitter.com/swapapilotsFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/swapa737

Critical Town Hall: Strike Authorization Ballot and Negotiation Hurdles In this vital virtual town hall, hosted by Jason DuVernay, Vice Chair of the Communications Committee, senior members of the pilot association discuss the upcoming strike authorization ballot and its importance. Key speakers, include Captain Michael Maynard, Captain Jim Lally, Captain Mark Manausa, and Senior Labor Relations Counsel including Jennifer Bunkers and AJ Lindell. We get caught up on the ongoing challenges in negotiations with the company. We detail the lack of progress despite months of mediated sessions and emphasize the necessity of a collective response through the Strike Authorization Ballot. The discussion also dissects a recent company memo, addressing claims and clarifying the association's stance. The importance of unity in the upcoming strike authorization vote is highlighted, along with actionable steps for pilots. Stay informed, participate in the vote, and support upcoming solidarity actions!   SUBSCRIBE   Follow us on Facebook Follow us on Instagram   Hosted by Captain Jason DuVernay  

We're thrilled to bring you the another episode of "eLABorate Topics," where we delve into the essentials of effective communication in the healthcare setting!In this episode, cohost Stephanie Whitehead engages in an insightful conversation with special guest Doryan Redding. Together, they explore strategies for fostering understanding and positivity in both professional and personal realms. This is an episode you won't want to miss!

In this week's edition, Communications Committee member Tony Mulhare discusses some vacation accrual errors that have been made for Pilots out on a medical leave of absence and how to check that the numbers in CWA are correct. Round 1 of vacation bidding closes tomorrow, so time is of the essence.He also recaps several questions that were fielded by Contract Admin this week, including how LCO works with a diversion as well as a move-up. There is also a great question regarding a jetway trade to training, a pro tip on vacation shifting into holiday weeks, and a reminder to all probationary Pilots that second-year pay language for OT is now in effect.If you have any feedback for us at all, please drop us a line at comm@swapa.orgFollow us online:Twitter - https://twitter.com/swapapilotsFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/swapa737

Dean's Chat hosts Drs. Jeffrey Jensen and Johanna Richey are joined by Dr. Lauren Wurster. Dr. Wurster has been extremely active in the profession in a short period of time! Her involvement with the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons includes participation in the Practice Management Committee, she is an editor for the Journal of Foot and Ankle Surgery, and she participated in the Chris Mahaffey Leadership Development Program. Dr. Wurster also is extensively involved with the American Podiatric Medical Association as the Young Physician on the APMA Board of Trustees, she is also involved on the following panels and committees; Young Physician Leadership Panel, Emerging Leaders Program, as a Task Force Member for the Single Certifying Board, Education Committee, Development Committee, Student Engagement Committee, Legislative Committee, a Young Physician Leadership Panel Member, Podiatric Population Health Committee, Communications Committee, and the Arizona Delegate for the APMA House of Delegates. Enjoy this discussion with a young leader and future star in our profession! https://bakodx.com/ https://bmef.org/ www.explorepodmed.org https://podiatrist2be.com/ https://higherlearninghub.com/

Today's SWAPA Number is 153. That's the number of emails, education materials, videos, and podcasts you've received from SWAPA in 2024 so far. And each one has passed through the Communications Committee before you saw or heard it.So today's podcast is about exactly that. We're sitting down with Communications Chair, Mike Panebianco and Communications Director, Amy Robinson, to talk about all the different areas the Communications Committee works in, what we're doing to improve those products and what you can expect down the road.If you have any feedback for us at all, please drop us a line at comm@swapa.orgFollow us online:Twitter - https://twitter.com/swapapilotsFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/swapa737

In the latest episode of Ride Report, host Corey Kuhn, ALPA Senior Media Specialist, sits down with MEC chair Capt. Justin Houck, SPSC chair Capt. Josh Sult, P2P Committee chair Capt. Josh Hinch, and Communications Committee chair Capt. Britton Turner to discuss the role these key strategic committees—collectively referred to as the Executive Level Committees—play in supporting ongoing negotiations through personal engagement, written and other media communications and education, and by receiving direct pilot feedback on the line. 

This week, Communications Committee member Tony Mulhare takes a deep dive into how your sick bank and vacation accrual are related if you were to go out on disability and the importance of making sure you don't get awarded a line for a month that you won't fly in (unless you have vacation, of course).He also discusses LRO and the SWA Payroll audit process, a question about repositions, and a question about when a reserve pilot can be assigned a pairing instead of using a premium open time bidder.If you have any feedback for us at all, please drop us a line at comm@swapa.orgFollow us online:Twitter - https://twitter.com/swapapilotsFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/swapa737

Interviewees: Raffi Najarian and Justin Ramsey Interviewer: Lisa Meeks Description: In this conversation, Lisa Meeks interviews Raffi Najarian and Justin Ramsey, both pediatric rehabilitation physicians with cerebral palsy. They discuss their journey to medical school and the challenges they faced along the way. Raffi shares his experience of applying to medical school and the support he received from his family. Justin talks about the internal barriers he faced and the importance of finding the right mentor. They also discuss the challenges they encountered during medical school, including access barriers. In this conversation, Raffi Najarian and Justin Ramsey discuss their experiences as medical students with disabilities. They share the challenges they faced in anatomy lab and how they overcame them. They also talk about dealing with difficult faculty members and the importance of kindness and feedback in medical training. Raffi and Justin explain why they chose physiatry as their specialty and the impact they have on their patients. They emphasize the importance of visibility and representation for individuals with disabilities in the medical field. Finally, they offer advice for students with disabilities who are considering a career in medicine. Keywords: physiatry, medical education, doctors with disabilities, cerebral palsy, pediatric rehabilitation, med school applications, accessibility, accommodations, disability representation Transcript: https://bit.ly/3yuxJf8 Bios: Justin Ramsey, M.D. is board certified in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and is sub-specialty boarded in Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine. He graduated from the Kansas University School of Medicine. He then completed his Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation training at the Kansas University Medical Center and a fellowship program in Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine at Children's Mercy Hospital (Kansas City, MO). Dr. Ramsey spent several years as faculty with the Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine fellowship program at Children's Mercy Hospital and the Kansas University Medical Center's Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Department. He has served as chair of the Advocacy Committee for the American Academy for Cerebral Palsy and Developmental Medicine and has served on its Communications Committee. Currently, he works at a private pediatric rehabilitation hospital (Bethany Children's Health Center) near Oklahoma City, which specializes in the care of children with disabilities. In collaboration with neurology and OU Health Science Center's neurosurgery department, he has created Oklahoma's joint pediatric movement clinic. He currently serves as the Associate Medical Director for the Movement clinic and Cerebral Palsy. He volunteers as a Clinical Associate Professor of Neurology at The University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center. Justin has hemiparetic cerebral palsy and is active in local advocacy. He is married to his wife (Kendra) and has 2 beautiful young children (Ryan and Reese), who keep his family busy. Medical and disability education are some of his major subjects of interest. He is grateful for early college experiences in working with individuals with disabilities while volunteering at Hetlinger Developmental Services, Inc in his hometown of Emporia, KS. Dr. Raffi Najarian has been in practice since 2013. He is a pediatric physiatrist and director of the Spasticity Clinic at Akron Children's Hospital. A graduate of the University of Michigan and Wayne State University School of Medicine in Detroit, MI, he completed his residency in physical medicine and rehabilitation at MetroHealth Rehabilitation Institute of Ohio in Cleveland. He then completed a fellowship in Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine at Gillette Children's Specialty Healthcare in Saint Paul, MN. Dr. Najarian has a special interest in cerebral palsy, spasticity management, brain injury, stroke, spinal cord injury, spina bifida, acute inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation and concussion management. He is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and subspecialty certified in Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine. He is a member of the American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and the American Academy for Cerebral Palsy and Developmental Medicine, and served on the latter's Lifespan Committee.  He is an Associate Professor of Pediatrics at Northeast Ohio Medical University (NEOMED).  Raffi has diplegic cerebral palsy and is an advocate for children and adults with disabilities.  He serves as a member of the United Cerebral Palsy Research Committee and on the board of directors for Adaptive Sports Ohio, while participating  as an active member of the Akron Rhinos wheelchair rugby team.   Produced by: Gabe Abrams and Dr. Lisa Meeks.  Audio editor: Jacob Feeman Digital Media: Katie Sullivan Resources: Professional Learning Series - United Cerebral Palsy, UCP Research Initiative & Committee - United Cerebral Palsy, Physicians' Perceptions Of People With Disability And Their Health Care   https://www.yourcpf.org https://cprn.org  

Getting to zero by 2050 might be the most difficult challenge humanity has ever taken on. That's because nearly everything we do in our daily lives contributes to greenhouse gas emissions, from how we plug in to how we grow things, make things, get around, and stay cool and warm. Breakthrough Energy is committed to supporting new technologies that change the way we live, eat, work, travel, and make things so we can avoid the most devastating impacts of climate change. Cristina Shoffner manages strategic initiatives for Breakthrough Energy's U.S. Policy & Advocacy team. She leads the policy team's private sector engagement and supports strategy development to advance Breakthrough Energy's efforts towards an ambitious U.S. climate policy agenda that encourages innovation and accelerates the deployment of clean technologies. Cristina joined Breakthrough Energy in January 2021 from the United States Senate, where she served as policy advisor to U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow and Senate Democratic Leadership. There, she supported Senator Stabenow's energy and environmental policy agenda and responsibilities as chair of the Senate Democratic Policy & Communications Committee. Before serving in the Senate, Cristina was Special Assistant for Legislative Affairs in the White House Council on Environmental Quality under President Obama. Show Notes: [2:07] - Cristina shares her background and what drove her to pursue a career focused on energy policy and advocacy. [4:08] - In 2020, Cristina had been working in the Senate but wanted to work in the private sector when she was recruited by Breakthrough Energy. [5:45] - Breakthrough Energy is an impact platform committed to helping the world avoid climate disaster. [7:04] - Cristina describes some of the programs offered by Breakthrough Energy and what the teams in each program work on. [10:21] - Breakthrough Energy has a massive platform of companies and innovators to tap into. [12:32] - The work at Breakthrough Energy is rooted in science and technology. [14:34] - Cristina shares some of the initiatives that she is most excited about. [17:18] - There has been so much legislation passed and it can seem overwhelming and confusing for companies to leverage. [19:23] - There are many Breakthrough Energy innovations that are really exciting and Cristina is very optimistic. [23:04] - What are the biggest challenges across cleantech? [25:20] - Cristina shares some areas that could use some more collaboration with lawmakers. [27:19] - Looking ahead, Breakthrough Energy is optimistic. Links and Resources: Breakthrough Energy Website The White House's Climate Capital Guidebook​ The White House's IRA Guidebook Inflation Reduction Act | U.S. Department of the Treasury Cipher - Climate Tech News Clean Investment Monitor Clean Energy Business Network Funding Database Clean Energy Business Network Insight into Federal Programs blogs: Insight into Federal Programs American Energy Innovators Network Clean Energy for America Blog

Massachusetts Congresswoman Lori Trahan is the co-chair of the Democratic Policy and Communications Committee. They're in charge of messaging to voters for Democrats in the House. She joins us to discuss what messaging looks for members of her party right now. 

This week, Communications Committee member Tony Mulhare updates the membership on the Market Based Cash Balance Plan as well as the upcoming transfer window from Empower to Schwab accounts.  He also continues the deep dive into vacation shifts and the timing required for those shifts. Several pilot questions about Legal Duty, Ground Transportation in lieu of a double deadhead as well as a recurring question on LRO vs LCO are also discussed.If you have any feedback for us at all, please drop us a line at comm@swapa.orgFollow us online:Twitter - https://twitter.com/swapapilotsFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/swapa737

School board elections have been nonpartisan in Florida since 2000. That's because voters here approved a constitutional amendment on the issue back in 1998. But now there's a proposal to make school board races partisan again: a constitutional amendment to reverse the one decided 25 years ago. Floridians will get to vote on Amendment 1 in November. One reason may be that in the past four years, school board meetings have gotten a lot more polarized. And these county level government agencies are getting a lot more attention from the Republican Party and the Democratic Party. Three people paying close attention to local school boards and this amendment are Tampa Bay Times education reporter Jeff Solochek, Republican political strategist Rod Thomson, who also chairs the Communications Committee with the Sarasota County Republican Party, and Damaris Allen, the executive director of Families for Strong Public Schools. They discussed the arguments for and against partisan school board elections with Florida Matters and took questions from an audience of Tampa Bay area residents at the WUSF performance studio in Tampa.

School board elections have been nonpartisan in Florida since 2000. That's because voters here approved a constitutional amendment on the issue back in 1998. But now there's a proposal to make school board races partisan again: a constitutional amendment to reverse the one decided 25 years ago. Floridians will get to vote on Amendment 1 in November. One reason may be that in the past four years, school board meetings have gotten a lot more polarized. And these county level government agencies are getting a lot more attention from the Republican Party and the Democratic Party. Three people paying close attention to local school boards and this amendment are Tampa Bay Times education reporter Jeff Solochek, Republican political strategist Rod Thomson, who also chairs the Communications Committee with the Sarasota County Republican Party, and Damaris Allen, the executive director of Families for Strong Public Schools. They discussed the arguments for and against partisan school board elections with Florida Matters and took questions from an audience of Tampa Bay area residents at the WUSF performance studio in Tampa.

In this episode, Maggie from the Communications Committee is joined by two captains from the System Schedule Committee. The SSC has countless incredible volunteers working to help educate the pilot group on the new reserve rules going into effect for the August bid period. Visit UPA23.com/reserve for more information.

Join us as we sit down with Dr. Eileen Henderson, Assistant Professor of Pathology, Microbiology and Immunology at the California Animal Health and Food Safety Lab in San Bernadino, CA. Dr. Henderson is the current Chair of the ACVP Media Communications Committee (MCC), the parent committee to this podcast. In this episode, we discuss the MCC, volunteering with the ACVP, Dr. Henderson's amazing journey in veterinary medicine and pathology, and how we should all be more like flamboyant cuttlefish. We look forward to our conversation! Link to more information on abstract submission for the 2024 ACVP/ASVCP Annual Meeting: https://www.acvp.org/page/Abstract_Information The deadline for abstract submission is July 1, 2024.   Link to the ACVP Errors in Publications Portal: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/ACVP_Errors   Music: Guestlist by Podington Bear, licensed under an Attribution-NonCommercial 3.0 International License.  The contents of this audio do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the American College of Veterinary Pathologists (ACVP) or the participants' affiliations. Spoken audio content and associated photos are the property of the American College of Veterinary Pathologists, 2024.

In the digital age where communication is more visual than ever, having a cohesive brand identity is not just beneficial—it's essential. In this enlightening episode, Sarah speaks with Lidia Varesco Racoma, a Chicago-based designer who specializes in strategic branding and marketing design for nonprofits and small businesses. With over two decades of experience, Lidia brings a wealth of knowledge on the importance and impact of a well-crafted brand guide. My guest for this episode is Lidia Varesco Racoma, a designer out of Chicago who empowers organizations and entrepreneurs to make a change through strategic branding and marketing design. With over two decades of experience, Lidia is known not only for her ability to express a client's mission but also for her friendly, approachable working style. She is a blogger and speaker and leads branding and creative marketing workshops for nonprofits and small businesses all over the world. Lidia is active in the nonprofit and marketing communities, currently serving on the Communications Committee for AMA Chicago as Graphics Manager, as well as a Co-chair of the Marketing & Communications Committee for the Association of Consultants to Nonprofits (ACN) with a past position on the board of directors. She has also served on the Association Forum's Content Working Group as a content creator. Lidia Varesco Design is a certified woman-owned business (WBE/WOSB) and celebrated 20 years in business in November 2020.   Here's what to expect during the episode: What Is A Brand Guide The The Key Parts Of A Brand Guide The Importance Of Your Brand Guide For AI The Evolution Of Brand Guides And Their Future Simple Steps For Getting Started Connect with Lidia! Blog www.lsvdesign.com https://lsvdesign.com/blog/ Facebook www.facebook.com/lsvdesign Instagram www.instagram.com/lsvdesign LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/lsvdesign Lsvdesign Medium https://lsvdesign.medium.com/ NonprofitBrandingChecklisthttps://bit.ly/nonprofitbrandingchecklist Social Media Brand Guide Templatehttp://bit.ly/SMBrandGuideTemplate Creating a Nonprofit Brand Guide: A How-To Guide and Checklist Join the PivotGround newsletter for weekly tips and inspiration for leading your nonprofit! Access it here >> Be sure to subscribe to Inspired Nonprofit Leadership so that you don't miss a single episode, and while you're at it, won't you take a moment to write a short review and rate our show? It would be greatly appreciated! Let us know the topics or questions you would like to hear about in a future episode. You can do that and follow us on LinkedIn. Connect with your host Sarah Olivieri: On LinkedIn>> On Facebook>> Subscribe on YouTube>>

As she begins her tenure as ASGCT President, Paula Cannon, PhD (USC), tells host Lynnea Olivarez, incoming chair of the Communications Committee, why she's excited to take the reins for the Society.  Show your support for ASGCT!: https://asgct.org/membership/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Audible Bleeding, editor Dr. Adam Johnson is joined by General Surgery PGY-3 Sasank Kalipatnapu, MS2 Nishi Vootukuru, along with Dr. Anton Sidawy, MD, and Dr. William Schutze to discuss the nuances of the recently launched Society for Vascular Surgery (SVS) Outpatient Verification Program, in collaboration with the American College of Surgeons. This episode brings out a conversation exploring the history behind the development of the program, the current state of the program, and the overwhelming importance of the program in the current day. The episode will also cover the broad steps that need to be taken by a facility looking to become verified and will also show the value added by being verified by this joint ACS/SVS Vascular Verification program.   Dr. Anton Sidawy, MD, MPH, FACS is the Lewis B. Saltz Chair and Professor of Surgery at George Washington School of Medicine, Washington DC. He is the chair of the Vascular Verification Program steering committee and oversees the development and implementation of inpatient and outpatient vascular verification programs.   Dr. William Patrick Shutze is a Vascular Surgeon from Texas Vascular Associates in Plano, TX, and Chair of the Outpatient Committee. He is also the secretary for the Society for Vascular Surgery and is also the chair of the Communications Committee. He has led the efforts with the implementation of the recently launched Outpatient Verification Program.   Relevant links: Official page of the Vascular Verification Program   Co-Hosts: Dr. Adam Johnson is an Assistant Professor of Surgery at Duke University and editor at Audible Bleeding. Dr. Sasank Kalipatnapu is a PGY-3 General Surgery resident at UMass Chan Medical School, Worcester, MA. Nishi Vootukuru is a 2nd-year medical student at Rutgers NJMS University, Newark, NJ.  

In the latest episode of our “Positive Rate” podcast, Communications Committee deputy chair FO Tami McBride speaks with APA Vice President CA Chris Torres about the status of “The Line” discussion forums and the efforts of the Governance and Reform Ad Hoc Committee. Each episode of “Positive Rate” features various APA leaders and the subject-matter experts working on the membership's behalf. The podcast is available through popular streaming services, including Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, and Spotify – you can search for “Positive Rate” or “Allied Pilots Association” on your platform of choice to subscribe and download. Your first opportunity to listen will be via AlliedPilots.org/Podcasts.

Join us as we hear from Rosa Lozano, the chair of APIC's Emerging Infectious Diseases Task Force. She discusses her role in assembling the passionate, diverse members of the task force and how they are developing operational guidance to assist infection preventionists and public health professionals in combating novel pathogens and infectious diseases. Hosted by: Lerenza Howard, MHA, CIC, LSSGB and Kelly Holmes, MS, CIC About our Guest: Rosa Lozano, MPH, CIC, Assistant Vice President, Infection Prevention, Methodist Healthcare System Rosa Lozano joined the Methodist Healthcare System of eight hospitals in 2019. As the Assistant Vice President of Infection Prevention, Rosa mentors a team of hospital Infection Preventionists, champions comprehensive infection prevention programs, and collaborates with healthcare teams to drive patient and healthcare worker safety. Rosa also serves as the Chair of the Emerging Infectious Disease Task Force for the Association for Professionals in Infection Prevention and Epidemiology, representing 15,000 infection prevention members globally. Rosa is also passionate about mentorship and leadership growth for Infection Preventionists, and emerging healthcare leaders. Rosa received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Biology from The University of Texas, and her Master of Public Health degree in Healthcare Systems, Management, and Policy from the Colorado School of Public Health. She has also served on APIC's Public Policy Committee, and Communications Committee. Further Resources: Emerging Infectious Diseases

In the latest episode of our “Positive Rate” podcast, Communications Committee member CA Chris Ferguson speaks with Membership Committee Chair CA Steve Pacheco about the many ways his committee supports APA pilots at every stage of their career.

Host Dan Ennis has to admit that AI has had him a bit concerned. So he joined up with co-host Janet Pope to talk to a couple of Rheumatologists who have done a lot of thinking about where AI is taking us, to see if they could soothe his fears. Together, the University of Alberta's Dr. Carrie Ye and UBC's Dr. Carson Chin, take a look at the practical applications of AI right now, and what the future may hold for it. It is a fun and fascinating conversation and by the end Dan said he was feeling more hopeful about "how we can use [AI] and make it make us better doctors." Dr. Carson Chin is a Clinical Instructor in the Division of Rheumatology at UBC and is a consultant Rheumatologist at Burnaby Hospital. He is the current Vice President of the BC Society of Rheumatologists. He has a special interest in AI. Dr. Carrie Ye is a Rheumatologist and Assistant Professor at the University of Alberta and at the Kaye Edmonton Clinic, where she runs the Rheumatology in Immuno-oncology Clinic. She is a co-author of the Arthritis & Rheumatology journal article: Doctor versus AI: Patient and physician evaluation of large language model responses to rheumatology patient questions, a cross-sectional study. Around the Rheum is produced by the Canadian Rheumatology Association's Communications Committee. A special thank you to the podcast team, Dr. Dax G. Rumsey (CRA Communications Committee Chair), Dr. Daniel Ennis (Host), David McGuffin (Producer, Explore Podcast Productions), and Erin Stewart (Marketing and Communications Director, CRA) for leading production. Our theme music was composed by Aaron Fontwell. For more on the work of the Canadian Rheumatology Association, visit www.rheum.ca or check out our X (Twitter) account - @CRASCRRheum

Would you like to age gracefully and understand the influences that societal judgment and cultural pressures have on beauty and cosmetics? In this episode of "We Should Talk About That," host Jessica Kidwell engages in a conversation about anti-aging and aging gracefully with Dr. Carolyn Chang, an aesthetic plastic surgeon and vice chairman of plastic surgery at California Pacific Medical Center. Dr. Chang shares her expertise and educates listeners on fighting the natural signs of aging while emphasizing the importance of natural results. The discussion also touches on the concept of anti-anti-aging. Tune in to gain insights and explore the possibilities of embracing the aging process.More About Dr. Carolyn Change:Dr. Carolyn Chang is a San Francisco aesthetic plastic surgeon and Vice Chairman of plastic surgery at California Pacific Medical Center. She is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, is a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, and is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. She is also a member of the Communications Committee for the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery. Dr. Chang graduated with a Bachelor of Science with honors from Stanford University and received the Deans Award for Excellence in Clinical Medicine at Stanford University Medical School. She did her general surgery and plastic surgery training at Stanford University Medical Center. She completed an additional advanced surgical fellowship at New York University, and a second year of further specialization under the guidance of Dr. John Q. Owsley, one of the pioneers of the modern SMAS facelift. Dr Chang is an invited lecturer both locally and nationally on a wide range of topics in the field of aesthetic surgery. She is a long-time resident of the Bay Area and is committed to the betterment of her community through her active philanthropic involvement and as a patron of the arts. Dr. Chang lives in San Francisco with her husband Patrick and their children, James and Jemma.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carolynchangmd/LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/carolyn-chang-83106526/Support the showKeep up with all things WeSTAT on any (or ALL) of the social feeds:InstagramThreads : westatpodFacebookLinkedInTwitterHave a topic or want to stay in touch via e-mail on all upcoming news?https://www.westatpod.com/

Note: this episode is cross-posted with the Rx for Biotech podcast, hosted by Chris Leidli.  Emily Walsh Martin, PhD, at Tremont Therapeutics Consulting, works with gene and cell therapy companies and investors who are seeking to advance novel therapies in the clinic. ASGCT's Policy Summit is a big deal to her: It provides a full view of the clinical pipeline and helps her guide clients past the drug approval process and into considerations of patient access, manufacturing, and insurance reimbursement. In this special episode, Dr. Walsh Martin shares her highlights from the fifth annual Policy Summit: the chance to see top decision makers, patients, and advocates in the same room; the discussion of the recent CGT Access Model from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation (with deputy director Laura McWright); and, of course, the first in-person speaking engagement of Nicole Verdun, MD, director of FDA CBER's new Office of Therapeutic Products (OTP). Hear Dr. Walsh Martin's thoughts on patient-focused development, public access to data, and FDA's support of platform designations for new CGT treatments. Her interviewer is Chris Leidli, host of the Rx for Biotech podcast and member of ASGCT's Communications Committee.  This year's Policy Summit featured its highest-profile line-up yet—and it's still available to view on-demand until October 23! Learn more at asgct.org/advocacy/policy-summit. Not sure if on-demand access is worth it? Let Dr. Walsh Martin convince you why you don't want to miss the event!Show your support for ASGCT!: https://asgct.org/membership/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's Heroic Chat, we are joined by Michelle Segar. Michelle Segar, PhD, MPH, motivation scientist and author of top-selling “No Sweat! How the Simple Science of Motivation Can Bring You a Lifetime of Fitness” (AMACOM 2015), is Director of the Sport, Health, and Activity Research and Policy Center (SHARP) at the University of Michigan, and Chair of the U.S. National Physical Activity Plan's Communications Committee. She is also the author of 'The Joy Choice: How to Finally Achieve Lasting Changes in Eating and Exercise'.   Get the full show notes here: https://www.heroic.us/optimize/heroic-chat-michelle-segar   Move from Theory to Practice to Mastery:   Pre-Order 'Areté: Activate Your Heroic Potential' today: https://www.heroic.us/book Listen to the first 45+ minutes of the audiobook here: https://www.heroic.us/optimize/the-book/audiobook-preview Join over 13,000+ people from 115+ countries who have answered the call to their Heroic quests: https://heroic.us/coach   More goodness:   Download the Heroic app: http://heroic.us/app-download Grab some Heroic swag: https://store-heroic.myshopify.com/ Become a Heroic Ambassador: http://heroic.us/ambassador   -   Get in touch:   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HeroicBrian LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heroicbrian/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/heroicbrian Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/heroicbrian Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heroicbrian/ Email: support@heroic.us

Note: this episode is cross-posted with the Rx for Biotech podcast, hosted by Chris Leidli. Francesca Cook is the Vice President, Pricing and Market Access, at REGENXBIO and past chair of ASGCT's Government Relations Committee. She's attended and helped with ASGCT's annual Policy Summit since its inception five years ago. In this episode, Cook shares her experience and advice around the event—coming up Sept. 18-19 (virtually + in Washington, DC) with its highest-profile line-up yet and more ways to interact with top CGT decision makers. Her interviewer is Chris Leidli, host of the Rx for Biotech podcast and member of ASGCT's Communications Committee. If you work anywhere in the field of cell and gene therapy (CGT)—science, industry, commerce, regulatory—Cook can tell you why you should register for the Policy Summit, a unique opportunity to discuss how your work can be affected by NIH, FDA, patient advocacy groups, private insurers, and more. And if you've already registered, we look forward to seeing you! Cook has some advice for making the most out of the event. Learn more and register at asgct.org/PolicySummitShow your support for ASGCT!: https://asgct.org/membership/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The MEC Negotiating Committee reached an Agreement in Principle (AIP) with Company Management. In this brief episode, Communications Committee member F/O Michelle Arcamuzi explains what is next in the process. Visit UPA23.com for more information.

Whether you've attended before or are a first timer, you'll want to listen as our hosts interview the 2023 APIC Annual Conference Chair Maria Whitaker. Get the hot tips that will help you navigate the conference like a pro and maximize your time among the education sessions, posters, exhibit hall, and more. Whether you attend in person or virtually, you won't want to miss this episode! Hosted by: Lerenza Howard, MHA, CIC, LSSGB and Kelly Holmes, MS, CIC About our Guest: Maria Whitaker, BS, MT(Micro), CIC Maria Whitaker worked as a clinical microbiologist for 18 years before pursuing her career in infection prevention. For the next 22 years, Maria worked as the manager for the infection prevention and control program in both the acute and long-term care settings at Guthrie Cortland Medical Center in Cortland, New York. She is currently working as an independent consultant. Maria is very active in APIC. She has served as President and Chair of the Education Committee for her local chapter, and has served on several committees at the National level including Practice Guidance Committee, Communications Committee, and is currently Chair of the Annual Conference Committee. Maria holds a Bachelor's Degree in Microbiology and has been Board Certified In Infection Prevention and Control since 2001.

On this episode of Destination on the Left, I talk with Claire Koenig about her role as Co-Chair of the Destinations International PR and Communications Committee. We discuss in detail the creation of the Public Relations Measurement Guidelines Handbook. Claire also shares the upcoming priorities of the Committee, including an update to the Crisis Handbook, work on reputational issues facing destinations, and how the Committee plans to help raise the comms profession up for destinations worldwide. What You Will Learn in this Episode: Why the Destinations International PR and Communications Working Group was formed Claire's part in creating the Public Relations Measurement Guidelines Handbook Why destinations should adopt the standards to refine and modernize their marketing processes Outdated metrics and what we should be looking at these days to evaluate our PR efficacy How the Barcelona Principles work to help destinations score their efforts Next priorities for the Destinations International PR and Communications Committee Understanding Metrics In this episode of Destination on the Left, our guest Claire Koenig sheds light on PR for destinations and the need to move away from traditional metrics like Add Equivalency Value (AVE) and impressions. AVE measures the cost of buying an ad equivalent to the earned media coverage, but it fails to capture the true value and impact of earned media. We discuss why the value of being featured in prestigious publications like The New York Times or National Geographic Travel and Leisure goes beyond a monetary value, as it validates a destination and can have far-reaching benefits, such as attracting conventions and visitors. Tailoring Measurement Practices Claire also dives into the Barcelona Principles and how they offer a scoring system that allows destinations to tailor their measurement practices while creating uniformity across the industry. The Barcelona Principles encourage destinations to evaluate their earned media efforts using a scoring system. This involves breaking down the evaluation into different buckets and assessing factors such as the targeted markets reached, key messages conveyed the nature of the media placement, and the prominence of the destination within the coverage. By calculating scores for these various elements, destinations can derive an overall vertical score demonstrating how their reputation is elevated through earned media generated by their tourism bureau. While measuring the impact of earned media on reputation is challenging due to its wide-ranging effects, the scoring system provides tangible numbers and enhances transparency in the PR and media relations process. One significant benefit of adopting a scoring system, such as the one outlined in the Destination International Public Relations Measurement Guidelines Handbook. is that it allows PR professionals and DMOs to illustrate the value they bring. Current Projects for the Destinations International PR and Communications Committee Claire also highlights the importance of standardizing job descriptions and advocating for salary transparency in the field of travel and hospitality PR. By organizing job descriptions based on the budget size and creating standardized templates, managers and directors can effectively hire the right talent for their teams. Resources: Website: https://destinationsinternational.org/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/destintl/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/destintl Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/DestIntl We value your thoughts and feedback and would love to hear from you. Leave us a review on your favorite streaming platform to let us know what you want to hear more of. Here is a quick tutorial on how to leave us a rating and review on iTunes!: https://breaktheicemedia.com/rating-review/  

On this episode of Conversations with Seven Sisters, we are joined by Karen Armstrong (Mount Holyoke College ℅ ‘87) to discuss her love for Mount Holyoke, how a visit to career services changed her life, the changing amount of compromise in politics, how being a Seven Sister Alum has served her well, and what her favorite Mount Holyoke traditions were. Karen Armstrong is Executive Vice President at the New York Bankers Association (NYBA) which she joined in 1998, after having worked in Connecticut politics for ten years. Karen is serving her second term as Vice President of The Friends of the Cos Cob Library and chairs the Communications Committee. She lives in Stamford, Connecticut with her husband Clyde and their dogs, Angus and Annabel.Did you attend a Seven Sisters College?Join as a Founding Member of the first & only community for Seven Sisters alums & undergraduates here. Sign up for our newsletter to make sure you don't miss any Seven Sisters Alum news. 

On this week's episode of 'The Sunday Show with Jonathan Capehart': House Republicans narrowly passed a bill to increase the debt limit that aims to curtail President Biden's domestic agenda. Chair of the Democratic and Communications Committee, Congressman Joe Neguse, tells us what's at stake if Congress and President Biden don't come to an agreement soon. Tennessee State Representative Justin Jones joins the show to discuss where the issue of gun reform stands in his state. Plus, Jonathan recaps highlights from the White House Correspondents' dinner with his Sound Off Panel. All this and more on this week's episode of 'The Sunday Show with Jonathan Capehart. 

This is a blockbuster important episode. Mike Kasdan joins The Free Lawyer today to share his insights about maintaining our wellness and mental health while being a successful lawyer. Mike has journeyed through a bout with severe depression and now shares his story publicly to inform the legal community about how to practice law in a healthy and fulfilling way. These are some of the important topics we discussed: -How depression manifests itself and how to overcome it -Why and how law firms can help create a healthier legal profession -The benefit of community to obtain the support we all need and deserve -How to best handle the stress of our profession -How we can benefit by sharing our struggles with others -The importance of knowing we are never alone and there is always an answer -How to achieve true personal freedom by being genuine and true to ourselves Mike is a graduate of the Univ. of Pennsylvania, and received his J.D. from NYU School of Law, where he now teaches as an Adjunct Professor. He has worked in law firms of all sizes, for over 20 years. Mike is presently a partner in the IP Group at Wiggin and Dana LLP in their New York City office and has served on their diversity and pro bono committees.   For the last ten years, Mike has also been in leadership at The Good Men Project, where he has served numerous roles on both the editorial and business side, including editing and running its mental health section, and now serves as Director of Special Projects (and Sr. Sports Editor).  He has written articles, appeared on television, radio, and podcasts, developed videos and social media campaigns (#NotWeakJustHuman, #WeRageForLove), and created and led training and workshop groups focused on mental health for over a decade.    Most recently, Mike has married his interests in mental health advocacy and the legal industry under the umbrella of Lawyering While Human, which he founded in 2022. In this regard, he also serves on the Communications Committee of The Institute for Well-Being In Law. His own personal experience with depression, while working as a practicing lawyer, has given him some unique insights, and he is happy to have this opportunity to share his perspective and what he has learned with others in the field. Would you like to learn more about my mentoring program? You can find out more about my program here: ⁠⁠https://www.garymiles.net/coaching⁠⁠​ Would you like to have a courtesy call to chat about where you are, what is holding you back, and how to break through? You can schedule it here: ⁠⁠https://calendly.com/garymiles-successcoach/one-one-discovery-call⁠

About Our GuestCatheline “Cat” Georges has handled cases addressing a broad array of legal matters, including family law cases, Chapter 7 bankruptcy cases, and estate planning cases. She is actively involved with the Meninak Club and currently serves on the Communications Committee for the Junior League of Jacksonville, which strives to help women and children in the local community through philanthropy, fundraising, volunteerism, and educational outreach. Cat is the daughter of Haitian immigrants. She is bilingual in English and Haitian Creole. Outside of her legal career, you can find Cat enjoying a Step Aerobics class.Cat's Social Media Links:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/catheline-j-georges-30b421156/Official website:  https://www.floridawomenslawgroup.com/attorneys-catheline-georges/  "Women Winning Divorce" is a radio show and podcast hosted by Heather Quick, CEO and Owner of Florida Women's Law Group. Each week we focus on different aspects of family law to help guide women through the difficult and emotional legal challenges they are facing. Heather brings over 20 years of law experience that advocates and empowers women to achieve happier and healthier lives. Join Heather each week as she discusses family law issues including divorce, custody, alimony, paternity, narcissism, mediation and more. This program was created to provide tips and insight to women with family law issues. It is not intended to be legal advice because every situation is different. Visit us at https://www.womenwinningdivorce.com/ for more resources. Text us at 904-944-6800 for a copy of Heather's Top 5 Divorce Tips. If you have questions or a topic you would like Heather to cover, email us at marketing@4womenlaw.com If you would like more information or resources, please subscribe below:Women Winning Divorce podcast series https://www.womenwinningdivorce.com/Women Winning Divorce Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/WomenWinningDivorceFlorida Women's Law Group https://www.floridawomenslawgroup.com/ This program was created to provide tips and insight to women with family law issues. It is not intended to be legal advice because every situation is different.  

This episode brought me to tears twice!  Which is a good thing because, as Dr. Sina tells us, the liver and tears and the drive to change go together!  So, all of my empathetic friends --go ahead and cry.  Your liver will thank you!Dr. Sina shares how her body got her attention and caused her to leave her medical career and a surgery residency with lots of debt and no clear path forward.  But she trusted herself and went on to study Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) which she loves, and now she is thriving.  Dr. Sina describes her first acupuncture appointment where she found herself crying for the first time in years--and how she came to see the need for healing her whole body, mind and spirit.We also talk about the distinction of quitting a job or a profession but never quitting on yourself.Sina gives us some good advice about eating and energy as we shift from winter into spring. Learn why spring is the time of year of the Wood element in Traditional Chinese Medicine and what that means for you? Why the Liver and the Gall bladder are so important as we transition into Spring.Sina also recommends specific foods to support you as your body wakes up from the slowness of winter. (Green foods, radishes, sour citrus fruits, bitter greens, chicken)She regularly teaches an online class called “R3set" online. Focus is resetting your relationship to food in 3 weeks. For more on her classes and services, go to http://chicagohealingcenter.comWe also talked about the Spring Equinox.  To find out more about my Spring Equinox Virtual Retreat please go here:  https://www.dramandakemp.com/spring-equinox-virtual-retreat-spDr. Sina Smith's BioDr. Sina Leslie Smith is a medical doctor and licensed acupuncturist who is also trained in homeopathic, integrative, culinary, and functional medicine and has 3 advanced degrees in physiology & biophysics, medical education, and acupuncture. She was the Director of Integrative and Culinary Medicine at SIU School of Medicine before returning to private practice as the Medical Director and Founder of Chicago Healing Center and to teaching at UIC College of Medicine.  Dr. Smith is a fellow and former board member of the American Academy of Medical Acupuncture, currently serves on the Assembly and as Chair of the Communications Committee for the Integrative Health Policy Consortium, and is chair of the Illinois State Board for Acupuncture. She teaches classes online about resetting one's relationship to food that are accessible to anyone in the country (ChicagoHealingCenter.com), is a public speaker, and author of several academic articles, including the soon to be published “State of Acupuncture in the United States” white paper.Support the showMother tree Network Podcast--Where Spirituality and Earth Wisdom Meet Racial Justice and Women's Leadership. Want to become your unlimited self and evolve the planet?Go here to get the Mother Tree podcast + Show Notes sent to your inbox https://www.dramandakemp.com/podcast

In this episode of the Top of Mind podcast, Mike Simonsen sits down with Ines Hegedus-Garcia, the current Chair of the Miami Association of Realtors, to talk about the dynamics behind Miami's thriving real estate market. Ines shares her perspectives on why the Miami market has stayed strong through recent economic turmoil, looks at the opportunities and risks for the market, and discusses industry insights from her leadership roles in Miami's 60,000+ member real estate association. She also gives us her take on the region's distinctive architecture and what design and technology trends to watch. About Ines Hegedus-Garcia Ines Hegedus-Garcia is a REALTOR from Miami and Executive Vice President at Avanti Way Realty. Ines is at the forefront of the property technology industry due to her industry leadership and hands-on approach to technology adoption. She is the current Chairman of the Miami Association of Realtors and was the 2019 residential president. She is also a Director of Florida REALTORS, as well as a Director of the National Association of REALTORS. She chaired the 2020 Emerging Technology Committee and 2022 Communications Committee at Florida Realtors and is The Vice Chair of The Board Leadership Forum. Ines is also the chair of NAR's Federal Technology Committee and sits on the board of directors of Second Century Ventures. The National Association of REALTORS identified her as a leader in forward thinking real estate ideas. Today she is invited to participate in conferences around the world to educate others about the power of new media and Ines' participation in leadership, as well as the early adoption of social networks have earned her recognition and respect among her colleagues and clients. An architect by training with a passion for out-of-the box thinking, she's also a Miami architecture + historic properties expert, and her Miami architecture and history articles are read by thousands each month on Miamism.com. Here's a glimpse of what you'll learn:  Why Miami real estate is still thriving, and why this year's market changes have been positive for buyers and sellers in South Florida Insights into the international political and financial dynamics that drive Miami real estate Opportunities and risk around the booming construction market, including some surprising new approaches to meeting rental demand Which exciting architects in Miami to pay attention to, which buildings in Miami are her favorites, and why  Which technology and policy changes to note for Miami's climate change risks Her perspectives on running one of the largest realtor associations in the country, with over 60,000 members  How she uses market reports on the popular Miamism blog to engage readers. Featuring Mike Simonsen, President of Altos Research A true data geek, Mike founded Altos Research in 2006 to bring data and insight on the U.S. housing market to those who need it most. The company now serves the largest Wall Street investment firms, banks, and tens of thousands of real estate professionals around the country. Mike's insights on the market have been featured in Forbes, New York Times, Bloomberg, Dallas Morning News, Seattle PI, and many other national media outlets. Resources mentioned in this episode: Ines Hegedus-Garcia on LinkedIn Ines Hegedus-Garcia on Instagram Miamism Avanti Way Realty Mike Simonsen on LinkedIn Altos Research Follow us on Twitter for more data analysis and insights: https://twitter.com/altosresearch https://twitter.com/mikesimonsen See you next week!

A hearing on gasoline prices in the state is scheduled to take place Wednesday afternoon in Sacramento, more than two months after Governor Gavin Newsom called for oil companies to be penalized for price gouging. The hearing before the State Senate Energy, Utilities, and Communications Committee is the first during a special session on gas prices.    Last month, a lot of snow fell on California, which was good news for our drought-stricken state. But California's snowpack is dwindling -- fast and that's creating uncertainty for the state's water supply.  Reporter: Ezra David Romero, KQED   Officials are continuing to push for answers and solutions after the closure of Madera Community Hospital more than a month ago. The closure has already impacted neighboring communities. Reporter: Soreath Hok, KVPR During the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, Los Angeles County tried to stop landlords from evicting renters who have pets that aren't allowed under their leases. Those protections were set to go away this month, but LA County leaders extended them two more months. Even so, some renters, and their beloved pets, are facing the threat of eviction.  Reporter: David Wagner, LAIst