Podcasts about Cox Enterprises

In this episode of The Caring Economy, Toby Usnik sits down with Maury Wolfe, VP of Corporate Social Responsibility & Public Affairs at Cox Enterprises, to explore how a century-old company is doubling down on impact in a modern world. From bold climate commitments to long-term investments in workforce development, Maury breaks down Cox's holistic approach to corporate responsibility—and what it takes to build trust, resilience, and relevance in 2025 and beyond.We discuss:How Cox is rethinking corporate legacy through environmental and social innovationWhy real change starts from the inside—by engaging employees and elevating voicesHow Cox's $400 million CleanTech investment strategy reflects purpose-driven businessThe power of cross-sector partnerships in creating scalable impactIf you're looking for a roadmap on embedding CSR into the DNA of a company—and doing it authentically—this is the episode for you.

Guest: Zac Bookman, CEO and Co-Founder of OpenGovThirteen years after co-founding the government transparency startup OpenGov, Zac Bookman is still finding ways to surprise people. In 2023, Cox Enterprises bought the company for $1.8 billion — but as far as Zac is concerned, “we're just getting started.”“ I left the vast majority of my net worth in the company,” he says. “So I'm a believer. I'm all in.”The mission of powering “more effective and accountable government” has been stable since OpenGov's earliest days, and that mission has informed everything from hiring to M&A to the decision to sell. “These people buy and don't sell,” Zac said of Cox. “They're all in on the mission. And they're all in on taking care of employees. So I see a triple win: A win for employees, win for the investors, win for the customers, maybe a quadruple win for me and the management.”Chapters:(01:46) - OpenGov's mission (04:34) - Shrinking the product-market fit (07:34) - Super misson driven (08:59) - Why OpenGov almost shut down (13:08) - Zac's early career (16:16) - Picking (and losing) a CTO (22:50) - Growing upside-down (25:29) - The SPAC backstabber (31:26) - Why Zac didn't get fired (33:24) - Selling in 2024 (37:04) - Growth by acquisition (42:31) - John Chambers and PMF (49:32) - Zac's cross-country bike ride (56:25) - Expectations vs. reality (58:57) - The coup attempt (01:01:59) - Tiring work (01:05:47) - Going to the White House (01:09:40) - DOGE & disrespect (01:12:54) - “We're just getting started” (01:14:18) - Who OpenGov is hiring (and where) (01:15:13) - What “grit” means to Zac Mentioned in this episode: Joe Lonsdale, Cox Enterprises, OpenAI, the Department of Government Efficiency, Workday, H.R. McMaster, Stanford University, Formation 8, 8VC, the National Academy of Sciences, the Stanford Review, Kamala Harris, Marc Andreessen, Balaji Srinivasan, Coinbase, Earn, Ben Horowitz, Facebook, Steve Laughlin, Cisco, Laurene Powell Jobs, Glynn Capital, Acme, Allen & Company, Harry You, Joe Tucci, EMC, Bill Green, Accenture, Tyler Technologies, HP, Josh Kushner, GTY Technology Holdings, John Keker, Palantir, CKAN, Oracle, Kevin McCarthy, The American Technology Council Summit, Jeff Bezos, Tim Cook, Satya Nadella, Pat Gelsinger, Donald Trump, Jared Kushner, Elon Musk, Bill Clinton, and Al Gore.Links:Connect with ZacLinkedInConnect with JoubinTwitterLinkedInEmail: grit@kleinerperkins.com Learn more about Kleiner PerkinsThis episode was edited by Eric Johnson from LightningPod.fm

Meredith Lindvall earned a BS in Environmental Science and a Master of Public Health in Environmental Health both from Emory University. She has a passion for the relationship between people's health and their environments that has led to a commitment to careers in the environment. An Atlanta native, she has worked in the health research, environmental and sustainability departments at Emory Pediatric Pulmonology, Delta Air Lines, The Home Depot and Cox Enterprises where she currently serves as the Assistant Vice President of Waste, Water, Nature & Biodiversity. Meredith joined Cox in 2011 and led Cox's recent industry leading achievement of Zero Waste to Landfill by 2024. She currently serves on the board of LiveThrive Atlanta, who operates the Center for Hard to Recycle Materials, and as Secretary of the Board of the Keep Georgia Beautiful Foundation. Meredith Joins Sustainable Nation to Discuss: Steps to achieving 90% waste diversion rate Employee engagement strategies and initiatives, including translating zero waste to KPIs  Cost benefits of moving to zero waste Advice and recommendations for sustainability professionals Meredith's Final Five Questions Responses: What is one piece of advice you would give other sustainability professionals that might help them in their careers? My advice is to meet people where they are. The reason that's important is because you are trying to gain buy-in. If you can put yourselves in their shoes, figure out why they should care, you can translate sustainability to a really wide range of audiences. Think about, when you're not talking to sustainability professionals, how can you translate what your mission is into a way that this person can be passionate about it? Whether that is a time savings, whether that's that they like to go out on the weekends with their grandkids and learn about the environment, they want to deliver financial savings, they want to have a different relationship with their supplier. I would encourage you to carve out time to think about your audience and meet them where they're at and then bring them on that journey with you. What are you most excited about right now in the world of sustainability? I am excited that the sustainability world is really rapidly expanding past carbon to add things like biodiversity and nature that really, for me, connect our why back to nature and ecosystems and the planet. You heard me say up top that that's really where my passion has been. We're really interconnected, the environment, humans and the planet and species. I'm excited to see biodiversity goals and some of these other things that are really more closely connecting the dots between climate change, species, habitat, and traditional environmental work that, in my opinion, has been a little bit siloed. I'm excited about those coming together. What is one book you'd recommend sustainability leaders read? I'm guessing everyone's read Green to Gold, so for a more current one, I would say Drawdown, which builds on Paul Hawkins' work in the ecology of commerce and really breaks it into truly actionable steps that we as a society can take to combat climate change in the next 50 years. What are some of your favorite resources or tools that really help you in your work? Knowing that your audience are experts in this field, some I'm sure they've been to themselves, but I would say GreenBiz, which is now Trellis, Sustainable Brands, Environment+Energy Leader, in-house tools. Big helpful things for us have been to gamify the actions that we want employees to take. Whether that is an in-house tool or an off the shelf tool, I would just encourage people to look at what can you do to amplify your work given that sustainability teams are often very small. One that I did want to throw out there that folks might not be as familiar with, but again where my passions intersect, is the National Association of Environmental Managers, which really, from my perspective is connecting the environmental health and safety and sustainability work together. As sustainability becomes more regulated and compliance based, I really see a lot of synergy there in that association. Where can our listeners go to learn more about you and the work being done at Cox? Listeners can go to coxenterprises.com and look under the Our Impact tab and there you can see our impact report. You'll see a call out on all of our sustainability work where you'll be able to check out the zero waste to landfill achievement, our water work, our carbon work, and then you'll also be able to look at our social impact impact work there as well for 34 by 34. You can find me on LinkedIn, Meredith Lindvall.

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In this episode, we explore the Gartner Leadership Visions for 2025, highlighting recommendations tailored to chief sales officers, sales enablement leaders and sales operations leaders. Gartner experts Robert Blaisdell, Tyler Huguley and Shayne Jackson guide us through the trends, challenges and priorities for each sales leadership role.Robert Blaisdell is a vice president, analyst and chief of research in the Gartner Sales Research and Advisory practice. He covers all aspects of sales but with a primary focus on current customer management and growth via account planning best practices and strategic key account management.Tyler Huguley is a senior director, analyst in Gartner's Sales practice. Tyler has 15 years of experience in sales and sale operations in the media, automotive and consumer goods (B2B) industries. He also has three years of experience practicing law in private practice and in-house with Cox Enterprises.Shayne Jackson is a senior director, analyst in Gartner's Sales practice. Shayne covers enablement and talent management, advising and producing research for chief sales officers and sales enablement leaders. His extensive global experience leverages a programmatic approach to learning, content and tools that elevate sales teams' effectiveness.

GDP Script/ Top Stories for December 10th Publish Date: December 10th From The BG AD Group Studio, Welcome to the Gwinnett Daily Post Podcast. Today is Tuesday, December 10th and Happy Birthday to 7 Nation’s Med White. ***12.10.24 - BIRTHDAY – MED WHITE*** I’m Keith Ippolito and here are your top stories presented by KIA Mall of Georgia 1. Jackson EMC Opens Applications for Washington Youth Tour 2. Lawrenceville man accused of operating meth lab in mobile home 3. A Different Path: Georgia Gwinnett College Graduate Blazes Her Own Trail All of this and more is coming up on the Gwinnett Daily Post podcast, and if you are looking for community news, we encourage you to listen daily and subscribe! Break 1: Kia MOG (07.14.22 KIA MOG) STORY 1: Jackson EMC Opens Applications for Washington Youth Tour Jackson Electric Membership Corporation is accepting applications for the 2025 Washington Youth Tour, an all-expense-paid leadership and educational trip to Washington, D.C., from June 13-20. Open to current high school sophomores and juniors in the Jackson EMC service area, applicants must demonstrate academic success, leadership potential, and community service. Applications are due by 5 p.m. on Jan. 31, 2025, and finalists will be interviewed by a panel. Four delegates will be selected to join students nationwide on this tour, which includes visits to national monuments, Smithsonian museums, Arlington National Cemetery, and meetings with the Georgia congressional delegation. Apply at www.jacksonemc.com/wyt. STORY 2: Lawrenceville man accused of operating meth lab in mobile home Martin Guzman-Beltran, a 39-year-old Lawrenceville resident, was arrested for operating a meth lab out of his mobile home. Local and federal law enforcement, including the Gwinnett County Sheriff's Office, DEA, and Homeland Security, executed a search warrant on Nov. 26, discovering 72 kilograms of methamphetamine, 2 kilograms of heroin, 256 grams of fentanyl, $61,000 in cash, and four illegal firearms. Guzman-Beltran faces charges of trafficking meth and heroin, manufacturing meth, weapons possession, and possession of drug-related objects. Authorities also found meth in various stages of production, along with lab equipment and weapons. The bust highlights the Sheriff’s Office's effort to combat drug cartels and protect Gwinnett County residents. STORY 3: A Different Path: Georgia Gwinnett College Graduate Blazes Her Own Trail Mikiah Miller's dream of joining the U.S. Navy was cut short when health issues forced a medical discharge during boot camp. Determined to find a new path, she moved to Lawrenceville, Georgia, where she enrolled in Georgia Gwinnett College’s IT program, encouraged by her father, a retired Navy officer. At GGC, she embraced campus life, gained hands-on experience working at the IT help desk, and developed a passion for technology. Her achievements included joining the honors program, interning at Hebron Christian Academy and Cox Enterprises, and leading as president of Women in Technology, earning a $15,000 scholarship. Miller now aims to work in IT for local or federal government and eventually become an IT professor, demonstrating resilience and leadership throughout her journey. We have opportunities for sponsors to get great engagement on these shows. Call 770.874.3200 for more info. We’ll be right back Break 2: Tom Wages (08.05.24 OBITS_FINAL) STORY 4: Adam Pomeranz marks 20 years leading Gwinnett's Annandale Village Adam Pomeranz, celebrating 20 years as president and CEO of Annandale Village, has dedicated his career to serving adults with developmental disabilities and brain injuries, inspired by his upbringing and the experience of caring for his older brother Eric, who had special needs. Under his leadership, Annandale Village has expanded significantly, growing from serving 89 residents with a $3 million budget to supporting over 200 individuals with a $14 million budget and 190 staff members. Pomeranz's vision focuses on making Annandale the organization, employer, and charity of choice. He credits strategic planning for Annandale’s transformation and remains committed to fostering growth, innovation, and community impact, calling his role "the job of a lifetime." STORY 5: Duluth's Chick-fil-A Dwarf House closing next year for remodel The Chick-fil-A Dwarf House on Pleasant Hill Road in Duluth will close on February 28, 2025, to make way for a new Chick-fil-A restaurant at the same location. This closure, part of a remodeling plan, affects 111 employees, who will have opportunities to apply for positions at other metro Atlanta Dwarf House locations, though future employment with Chick-fil-A is not guaranteed. The specific type of Chick-fil-A restaurant set to replace the Dwarf House has not been disclosed. The rebuild signifies Chick-fil-A’s commitment to remain a community presence, though no reopening timeline has been provided. Break: ***Guide Weekly Health Minute*** 10.08.24 GUIDE HEALTH MINUTE_FINAL *** Break 4: Ingles Markets 10 Signoff – Thanks again for hanging out with us on today’s Gwinnett Daily Post Podcast. 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In this episode of “Do Beautiful Things,” host Jenny Lawson sits down with Maury Wolfe, Vice President of Corporate Responsibility and Social Impact at Cox Enterprises, to discuss their award-winning initiatives in corporate volunteerism and environmental sustainability. Together, they discuss Cox Enterprises' impressive achievements, including the award-winning initiatives that have driven over 200,000 volunteer hours through their Cox Impact platform and the ambitious goals of their 34 by 34 initiative. Maury shares fascinating insights into how Cox has become a zero waste-to-landfill company, the importance of employee engagement, and their ongoing collaborations with environmental organizations like Keep America Beautiful. Stay tuned to learn how you can get involved in transformative initiatives to help create cleaner, greener spaces in your own community. Show Links:COX Enterprises: www.coxenterprises.com34 by 34 Initiative: www.coxenterprises.com/our-impact/social-goal-34-by-34Keep America Beautiful: kab.orgGreatest American Cleanup: kab.org/greatestShow Notes: 00:00 Cox Enterprises: Promoting volunteerism for environmental impact. 03:43 Selling sustainability's ROI changed environmental perspectives. 09:00 Cox legacy: prioritize employees, community, and environment. 11:47 Training employees and circular economy efforts innovate. 13:54 Employee-driven innovation through purpose and community connection. 18:09 Earth Month 2024: Impactful local and national efforts. 20:42 Empower 34 million people by 2034 goal. 24:30 Keep Oklahoma Beautiful: effective disaster recovery efforts. 27:15 Join America's cleanup for a beautiful future.

Dan and Ellen talk with Scott Brodbeck, founder and CEO of Local News Now. Many of the news entrepreneurs on this podcast lead nonprofits. Local News Now is a for-profit. Scott owns and operates local news websites in three big Northern Virginia suburbs: Arlington, Alexandria and Fairfax County. Dan has a Quick Take about a corporate newspaper owner that is making a big bet on growth at a major metropolitan newspaper. In Georgia, Cox Enterprises is making a $150 million bet that it can transform The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. If Cox is successful, it might serve as a model for other corporate newspaper owners. Ellen has a Quick Take about a piece in the New Yorker by a writer named Nathan Heller. At first glance, it doesn't seem to relate to local news. In fact, the title is pretty wonky: The Republican Victory and the Ambience of Information. But Heller has some smart observations about how information travels in a viral age.  

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Welcome to the  Personal Development Trailblazers Podcast! In this episode, we'll dive into practical strategies and motivational insights to help you keep your passion alive Lincoln is an experienced, confident, and enthusiastic speaker, with and about P.A.S.S.I.O.N. (Pride, Attitude, Special, Service, Initiative/Integrity, Ownership, Never giving up). He has spoken at Delta Airlines, UPS, Cox Enterprises, Convene, Xcite Auto and many other companies. He brings a high level of energy, fun and relevant information to his audience. He has a special gift of connecting with his audience. He has spoken in more than 35 countries, which enables him to adapt to different cultures.  Lincoln  has been recognized in the top 1% for Leadership Development on LinkedIn. All speeches are customized to suit the audience. In-person and virtual engagements are accepted.  He is an author of 2 books: Verse for the Day and with P.A.S.S.I.O.N. Connect with Lincoln  here: LinkedIn: Lincoln S. (Author) Kokaram Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lkokaram?ref=bookmarks Instagram: Twitter: https://twitter.com/LincolnKokaram YouTube channel: https:/Youtube.com/@lincolnkokaram Website: www.Hisbusinesspartners.com With PASSION book trailer: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRtt6DEWJc6sUsB7jFoscXw Grab the freebie here: https://www.hisbusinesspartners.com/passion-meter =================================== If you enjoyed this episode, remember to hit the like button and subscribe. Then share this episode with your friends. Thanks for watching the Personal Development Trailblazers Podcast. This podcast is part of the Digital Trailblazer family of podcasts. To learn more about Digital Trailblazer and what we do to help entrepreneurs, go to DigitalTrailblazer.com. Are you a coach, consultant, expert, or online course creator? Then we'd love to invite you to our FREE Facebook Group where you can learn the best strategies to land more high-ticket clients and customers.  Request to join here:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/profitablecoursecreators QUICK LINKS:  APPLY TO BE FEATURED: https://app.digitaltrailblazer.com/podcast-guest-application GET MORE CLIENTS: https://app.digitaltrailblazer.com/client-acquisition-accelerator-pdf DIGITAL TRAILBLAZER: https://digitaltrailblazer.com/ JOIN OUR FREE FACEBOOK GROUP: https://www.facebook.com/groups/profitablecoursecreators

In episode 165, Coffey talks with Randy Anderson about managing sales teams effectively. They discuss the differences between managing sales teams and other departments; the importance of proper sales management techniques; balancing sales goals with organizational needs; the role of CRM systems in sales; transitioning from salesperson to sales manager; managing high-maintenance, high-performing employees; hiring and matching sales candidates to organizational style; and compensation strategies for sales teams.Don't miss Randy Anderson and other amazing speakers at the HR Southwest Conference on October 13th – 16th. For more information, visit https://www.hrsouthwest.com. Good Morning, HR is brought to you by Imperative—Bulletproof Background Checks. For more information about our commitment to quality and excellent customer service, visit us at https://imperativeinfo.com. If you are an HRCI or SHRM-certified professional, this episode of Good Morning, HR has been pre-approved for half a recertification credit. To obtain the recertification information for this episode, visit https://goodmorninghr.com. About our Guest:Randy Anderson is co-founder of E3 Professional Trainers…a training firm that provides workplace and life training for individuals, teams, and companies. His strategies are designed to help people become more engaged in their work, better equipped to do it, and feel empowered to live a more fulfilling and influential life.Before starting E3 in 2005, Randy spent 20 years in sales and management. Most of that time was spent in media sales, which gave him the opportunity to work with virtually every type of business and industry. It is from that experience that he draws the ideas and strategies to help his clients improve their performance in the workplace and to achieve their maximum potential in life.Randy was awarded the designation of Certified Speaking Professional in 2012. This is the highest earned designation given by the National Speakers Association, recognizing proven expertise in speaking eloquence, business enterprise, and professional ethics.Randy received his Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Communications from Texas Tech University in 1990. Since that time, he has participated in and completed numerous training courses including; Your Leadership Legacy (Ken Blanchard Co.),Changing the Picture (Ziglar Corp.), Ethics 101 (Cox Enterprises, Inc.), LifeNet Time Management Training (Life Net Inc.), Basic Selling Skills (AVI International), Top Selling (Ziglar Corp.), Professional Selling Skills (Learning International), System 21 Selling (Executive Decision Systems), and Fast Track Media Sales (Cox Media, Inc.). His most valuable experience has come through more than 25 years of on-the-job, real-world experience: 12 of which were spent managing others, and over 16 years running his own company.Randy Anderson can be reached at https://www.e3professionaltrainers.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/randyandersontrainerhttps://twitter.com/e3proftrainershttps://www.facebook.com/E3ProfessionalTrainersAbout Mike Coffey:Mike Coffey is an entrepreneur, licensed private investigator, business strategist, HR consultant, and registered yoga teacher.In 1999, he founded Imperative, a background investigations and due diligence firm helping risk-averse clients make well-informed decisions about the people they involve in their business.Imperative delivers in-depth employment background investigations, know-your-customer and anti-money laundering compliance, and due diligence investigations to more than 300 risk-averse corporate clients across the US, and, through its PFC Caregiver & Household Screening brand, many more private estates, family offices, and personal service agencies.Imperative has been named the Texas Association of Business' small business of the year and is accredited by the Professional Background Screening Association. Mike shares his insight from 25 years of HR-entrepreneurship on the Good Morning, HR podcast, where each week he talks to business leaders about bringing people together to create value for customers, shareholders, and community.Mike has been recognized as an Entrepreneur of Excellence by FW, Inc. and has twice been recognized as the North Texas HR Professional of the Year. Mike is a member of the Fort Worth chapter of the Entrepreneurs' Organization and is a volunteer leader with the SHRM Texas State Council and the Fort Worth Chamber of Commerce.Mike is a certified Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) through the HR Certification Institute and a SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP). He is also a Yoga Alliance registered yoga teacher (RYT-200).Mike and his very patient wife of 27 years are empty nesters in Fort Worth.Learning Objectives:1. Develop effective sales management strategies that balance individual sales goals with overall organizational objectives and interdepartmental cooperation.2. Implement appropriate training and support systems for transitioning successful salespeople into effective sales management roles.3. Design compensation and incentive structures that motivate sales teams while aligning with company values and financial goals.

Lincoln Kokaram is a sought-after speaker with a proven track record of motivating his audience to be passionate about their work and relationships. His clients include Delta Airlines, United Postal Service, Cox Enterprises, Xcite Auto, and many other corporations in over 35 countries which allows him to adapt to different cultures. Lincoln is known for his high-level energy and engaging speaking style, mixed with fun, and has a special gift of connecting with his audience. He customizes his speeches to ensure that they are relevant to his audience. He has been recognized in the top 1% for Leadership Development on LinkedIn. He is the author of 2 books: Verse for the Day and with P.A.S.S.I.O.N. and a Certified Social & Emotional Intelligence Coach. Contact Lincoln Kokaram: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/lincoln-s-kokaram-3520731 / Facebook: www.facebook.com/lkokaram Instagram: Twitter: twitter.com/LincolnKokaram / YouTube: Youtube.com/@lincolnkokaram With PASSION book trailer: www.youtube.com/channel/UCRtt6DEWJc6sUsB7jFoscXw Dr. Kimberley Linert Speaker, Author, Broadcaster, Mentor, Trainer, Behavioral Optometrist Event Planners- I am available to speak at your event. Here is my media kit: https://brucemerrinscelebrityspeakers.com/portfolio/dr-kimberley-linert/ To book Dr. Linert on your podcast, television show, conference, corporate training or as an expert guest please email her at incrediblelifepodcast@gmail.com or Contact Bruce Merrin at Bruce Merrin's Celebrity Speakers at merrinpr@gmail.com 702.256.9199 Host of the Podcast Series: Incredible Life Creator Podcast Available on... Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/incredible-life-creator-with-dr-kimberley-linert/id1472641267 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6DZE3EoHfhgcmSkxY1CvKf?si=ebe71549e7474663 and on 9 other podcast platforms Author of Book: "Visualizing Happiness in Every Area of Your Life" Get on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3srh6tZ Website: https://www.DrKimberleyLinert.com Please subscribe, share & LISTEN! Thanks. incrediblelifepodcast@gmail.com Social Media Links LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-kimberley-linert-incredible-life-creator/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kimberley.linert/ The Great Discovery eLearning Platform: https://thegreatdiscovery.com/kimberley l

Jeff Stanfield & Andy Shaver are joined by David Schuessler & Jimbo Robinson from Ducks Unlimited. The guys discuss everything going on around Ducks Unlimited, including, the $100 million gift from Cox Enterprises that will go to help conserve North America's prairie region, how they all see this coming waterfowl season playing out, stories from hunting with multiple generations of family, and what the duck numbers could look like when the report releases later this month.

Dr. Karen Waldrop, DU's chief conservation officer, joins Dr. Mike Brasher to share two unprecedented announcements reflecting DU's continued growth and impact for waterfowl conservation. First was a monumental $100 Million gift from Jim Kennedy and the James M. Cox Foundation to support permanent protection of wetlands and grasslands in DU's highest priority landscape – the Prairie Pothole Region. Second was DU's organizational milestone of having delivered 1 Million acres of conservation in a single year for the first time in our history. These achievements put DU in an elite category of the non-profit world and demonstrate the power and appeal of our conservation mission.www.ducks.org/DUPodcast

In the latest episode of Spill the Greens, Steven Bradley, Bert Mucci, and Joe Spano discuss the symbiotic relationship between Cox Farms and Mucci Farms. This insightful dialogue sheds light on the strategic investment made by Cox Enterprises into Mucci Farms back in 2022, marking a significant milestone in the trajectory of both companies.In the episode, they provide invaluable clarity on how this partnership has and will continue to pave the way for Mucci Farms' continued success. With Cox Enterprises offering not just capital support but also extraordinary expertise in managing large-scale enterprises, the future looks incredibly promising for Mucci Farms. The guests emphasized how this collaboration isn't just about short-term gains but about laying down foundations for long-term growth and expansion.One of the key points underscored was the strategic importance of this partnership in positioning Mucci Farms for strategic expansion across North America. With a clear emphasis on national scalability, Mucci Farms aims to ensure the delivery of sustainable fruits and vegetables to communities from coast to coast. This vision isn't just about meeting current demands but is driven by a generational focus aimed at securing Mucci Farms' position as North America's preferred supplier of fresh produce for decades to come.Listeners will also gain insights into what this partnership means for retail partners and consumers alike. With Mucci Farms poised for accelerated growth, retail partners can expect a more extensive range of high-quality produce, while consumers can anticipate greater accessibility to fresh and sustainable options. Moreover, the episode provides a glimpse into the broader picture, which was a seed planted by the original founders of the company. With the support of Cox Farms, Mucci Farms' commitment to excellence and innovation in the fresh produce industry is unmatched and poised to continue for decades into the future. 

Listen & subscribe on Apple, Google, Spotify, and other platforms. Welcome to the Tacos and Tech Podcast, where we interview innovative builders and leaders. On today's show we have Jodi Duva, Vice President of Cox Business, California and Chris Whelan, Director of Enterprise, Cox Business, San Diego. Cox Enterprises is a 126 year old fourth-generation family run company. It has been at the forefront of media and connectivity, from its early days in newspapers, to its latest in connected infrastructure. On this episode we talk about trends the leadership team is seeing in broadband, AI, managed services, and San Diego's newest arena, Frontwave Arena, the new home to the San Diego Clippers. Tune in to hear what Jodi and Chris are hearing from businesses as technology needs and their favorite taco spot. Remember to get your nominations in for your favorite tech exec for the Top Tech San Diego Awards in by May 8!  

Join Dallas Clement, President and Chief Financial Officer of legendary Cox Enterprises, as he shares invaluable insights into his career journey, financial leadership, and how Cox's foundational values have been a beacon of success for 125+ years.With over three decades of experience, Dallas emphasizes the importance of balancing culture, learning, and growth in any financial professional's career trajectory. He also delves into Cox's ethos of embracing risk and innovation, even if it means competing with themselves, to stay ahead of technology and trends.We were thrilled to have host Andrew Seski on-site at the wonderful Cox campus in Atlanta to record this episode, and we are grateful for Dallas' contribution to the CFO conversation.Tune in for a thought-provoking discussion on leadership, strategic vision, and the enduring legacy of Cox Enterprises.Show LinksConnect with Dallas Clement on LinkedInConnect with Andrew Seski on LinkedInLearn more about Cox Enterprises

Kai Frazier is a former educator and the founder and CEO of Kai XR, designed to close the opportunity gap in under-resourced communities. The KaiXR platform, which uses AI and metaverse technologies, is being used by kids in grades 5-8 in schools, as well as juvenile detention centers, to take virtual college tours, learn about advances in science like CRISPR, and teach kids about historical figures like the late Dr. Huey P. Newton of the Black Panther Party. Before creating Kai XR, Kai worked with several museums such as the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum as well as the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History & Culture, specializing in digital strategy and content creation. Kai also served as an entrepreneur in residence at the Kapor Center for Social Impact Techstars' Social Impact cohort sponsored by Cox Enterprises, and T-Mobile's Immersive Accelerator. Her work has been featured by Forbes, The U.S Department of Education, NBC, the Steve Harvey Show & more.Recommended Resources:LinkedinTransition from Teaching to Your New Career Opportunity by Kai FrazierSnapchat

Today, we have a particularly fascinating tale to share—the rise of OpenGov and the strategic principles that propelled them to the summit of the tech world. From shrewd acquisitions to powerful backing and a commitment to purpose-driven innovation, OpenGov's journey is a masterclass in effective business strategies.In the next few minutes, we'll dissect the elements that transformed OpenGov from a hidden gem into a powerhouse. First up, we'll delve into their strategic acquisitions, exploring how each move was a calculated step towards building a comprehensive SaaS platform. Then, we'll unravel the web of powerful backing and alliances that played a pivotal role in OpenGov's ascent. Finally, we'll explore the driving force behind it all—purpose-driven innovation—and how it can revolutionize your own business.Introduction:Brief overview of the episode's focus on OpenGov's rise to prominence.Teaser about the three key principles that contributed to OpenGov's success.Section 1: Strategic AcquisitionsInsight into OpenGov's strategic acquisitions, including ProcureNow and Cartegraph.Exploration of how these acquisitions contributed to the development of an end-to-end SaaS platform.Concrete application for listeners: Guidance on how strategic partnerships and acquisitions can enhance their business offerings.Section 2: Powerful Backing and AlliancesExamination of OpenGov's powerful backing from industry giants such as Cox Enterprises, Insight Partners, and Marc Andreessen.Discussion on the significance of strategic partnerships beyond financial support.Practical advice for listeners: Strategies for forging influential alliances in their respective industries.Section 3: Purpose-Driven InnovationDeep dive into OpenGov's mission of powering effective and accountable government.Analysis of how purpose-driven innovation, exemplified by taking government operations to the cloud, played a pivotal role in OpenGov's success.Application for listeners: Encouragement to align their businesses with a purpose beyond profits, with examples and insights on fostering innovation.Conclusion:Recap of the key principles discussed: strategic acquisitions, powerful backing and alliances, and purpose-driven innovation.Encouragement for listeners to apply these principles to their own business strategies.Teaser for upcoming episodes and a call to subscribe for more business insights.

As listeners to our podcast well know, one of our favorite queries for finance executives who have had a lengthy tenure in one place is, “What kept you there?” It may go without saying that something with the word “opportunity” in it is perhaps the most popular response. Still, for certain finance leaders—and especially those whose careers span multiple decades with a single company—this question often summons up a degree of self-reflection that few others bring forth. Such was the case with Cox Enterprises President and CFO Dallas Clement, who afforded our question an extra modicum of contemplation that we had not expected before issuing some of the best career advice that has ever been shared on this podcast. To be fair, we may have prejudged Clement in assuming that his expansive (33 years) and adventurous career within Cox had unfolded without any degree of uncertainty. However, Clement quickly dispersed our presumptions by unveiling two career snapshots. The first came from the early 1990s, when Clement was contemplating exiting the environs of Cox's Atlanta headquarters to practice law while living on the beach in Sarasota, Florida. “I had kept deferring law school, but at the time, I thought that this possibility might make for a pretty good life.” Another came from nearly 15 years later, when Clement—now a father with four daughters—was touring homes with his wife in Silicon Valley as he evaluated the relocation possibilities associated with an appointment that he subsequently would reject.  “Even if I wasn't completely happy in my current role, it would have been disruptive to the kids and risky, so I didn't leave,” explains Clement, who perhaps saves his best observations for those career-builders who like him have elected to stay put. He advises: “Once you've gone through that exercise and decided to stay, don't second-guess yourself. Be all in—not only in your professional role but also more broadly in your life, your family, your outside work activities—because work is what you do, it's not who you are. Over time, I have learned to be more mature and thoughtful about this. I really appreciate how lucky I've been in a variety of areas.”  –Jack Sweeney Listen to the Episode Below (1:00:27)

The leader of one of the largest private companies in America, Alex Taylor is the CEO of Cox Enterprises, a conglomerate that generated $22 billion in annual revenue and includes a number of prominent media, communications, and automotive businesses, including Cox Communications, Kelley Blue Book, and Autotrader. Alex joins Adam to share his journey and best lessons and advice. Alex and Adam discuss leadership, impact, trust, building winning teams and cultures, success and failure, and much more.

Today, I'm joined by Constance Dierickx, and we're talking about Meta-Leadership. Constance, also known as The Decision Doctor®, is relied on by top leaders when they're faced with consequential high-stakes decisions. She holds a Ph.D. in clinical psychology, focusing on decision science and crisis intervention. She has worked with leaders at organizations including IBM, AT&T, The CDC, Lincoln Financial Group, and COX Enterprises. She is the author of Meta-Leadership: How to See What Others Don't and Make Great Decisions. I'm excited to have her on the show to talk about the idea of Meta-Leadership. Show resources: Constance Dierickx's website Meta-Leadership: How to See What Others Don't and Make Great Decisions book Sponsors: Ignite Management Services Liberty Strength  ____ Order my latest bestselling book, You Have the Watch: A Guided Journal to Become a Leader Worth Following Order my bestselling leadership book, All in the Same Boat - Lead Your Organization Like a Nuclear Submariner Order my bestselling leadership book, I Have the Watch: Becoming a Leader Worth Following Become a leader worth following today with these powerful resources: Subscribe to my leadership newsletter Follow Jon S Rennie on Twitter Follow Jon S Rennie on Instagram Follow Jon S Rennie on YouTube The Experience of Leadership book Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Do you want to dive deep into the ever-evolving realm of influencer marketing? Then, let's get ready for a thought-provoking and informative discussion on driving business success and navigating the ever-changing landscape of entrepreneurship.Danica Kombol is a highly accomplished entrepreneur, digital marketing expert, and public speaker. She is the CEO and co-founder of Everywhere Agency, a prominent digital marketing agency based in Atlanta, Georgia. With over 20 years of experience, Danica has established herself as a leading figure in brand strategy, social media marketing, and influencer engagement. In today's episode, let's discover her invaluable insights, innovative approaches, and inspiring journey as we explore the dynamic landscape of digital marketing and the power of influencer engagement.------------Full show notes, links to resources mentioned, and other compelling episodes can be found at http://LeadYourGamePodcast.com. (Click the magnifying icon at the top right and type “Danica”)Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! JUST FOR YOU: Increase your leadership acumen by identifying your personal Leadership Trigger. Take my free my free quiz and instantly receive your 5-page report. Need to up-level your workforce or execute strategic People initiatives? https://shockinglydifferent.com/contact or tweet @KaranRhodes.-------------ABOUT DANICA:Danica Kombol is a true pioneer in the influencer marketing space, renowned for her exceptional accomplishments. As the founder and former CEO of Everywhere agency, she played a pivotal role in shaping the industry before its acquisition by MWWPR in 2020. Everywhere agency made waves by holding the Guinness World Record for the most socially networked message. It garnered numerous awards for its innovative storytelling campaigns for Fortune 500 companies.Recognizing the power of influencers early on, Danica also launched Everywhere Society, one of the first influencer networks. This platform fueled the agency's successful campaigns for high-profile clients such as Macy's, Carter's/OshKosh, Moe's, Newell Brands, Cox Enterprises, and Georgia Pacific.Also, Danica's remarkable contributions have earned her prestigious accolades, including being named Marketer of the Year by the Atlanta AMA in 2019. The Atlanta Business Chronicle also recognized her as one of Atlanta's "Women Who Mean Business."WHAT TO LISTEN FOR:1. What can we learn from a dynamic team to drive business success?2. What advice do experienced entrepreneurs have for aspiring business founders?3. What are effective networking strategies and relationship-building techniques in professional conferences?4. What is Chameleon Collective?5. What are the strategies for implementing 360 marketing campaigns?6. How can Monday morning meetings become more insightful and productive?7. What key considerations are involved in successfully transitioning between business ventures?FEATURED TIMESTAMPS:[03:23] Danica's Journey of Exploring Curiosity in Influencer and Digital Marketing[07:02] Entrepreneurial Growth and Leadership in a New Industry: Establishing and Scaling a Business[08:57] Learning from a Dynamic Team: Insights Gained from Driving...

Jodi Daniels is the Founder and CEO of Red Clover Advisors, a boutique data privacy consultancy and one of the few certified Women's Business Enterprises focused solely on privacy. Since its launch, Red Clover Advisors has helped hundreds of companies create privacy programs, achieve GDPR, CCPA, and US privacy law compliance, and establish a secure online data strategy their customers can count on. Jodi is a Certified Informational Privacy Professional (CIPP/US) with over 20 years of experience helping a range of businesses — from solopreneurs to multinational companies — in privacy, marketing, strategy, and finance roles. She has worked with numerous companies throughout her corporate career, including Deloitte, The Home Depot, Cox Enterprises, Bank of America, and many more. Jodi is also a national keynote speaker, a member of the Forbes Business Council, and co-host of the She Said Privacy/He Said Security podcast. Justin Daniels is a cybersecurity subject matter expert and business attorney who helps his clients implement strategies to better manage and recover from data breaches. As outsourced general counsel for Baker Donelson, Justin advises executives on how to successfully navigate cyber business and legal concerns related to operations, M&A, incident response, and more. In 2017, Justin founded and led the inaugural Atlanta Cyber Week, where multiple organizations held events that attracted more than 1,000 attendees. Justin is also a TEDx and keynote speaker and co-host of the She Said Privacy/He Said Security podcast with his wife, Jodi. In this episode… Artificial intelligence is transforming our world in many ways, raising ethical questions about its impact on human rights, privacy, fairness, and accountability. How can we ensure that AI respects our values and principles and does not harm or discriminate against anyone? AI can be a remarkable tool that can enhance our lives in various domains. However, it also requires responsible and ethical use. Companies that create and deploy AI systems must adopt policies that guarantee that these systems are reliable, transparent, fair, and secure. In this episode of She Said Privacy/He Said Security Podcast, join Jodi and Justin Daniels as they discuss the key aspects of AI systems. They reveal the essential AI policies companies need to implement to address data collection and use, transparency and accountability, and fairness and unbiasedness.

Jodi Daniels is the Founder and CEO of Red Clover Advisors, a boutique data privacy consultancy and one of the few certified Women's Business Enterprises focused solely on privacy. Since its launch, Red Clover Advisors has helped hundreds of companies create privacy programs, achieve GDPR, CCPA, and US privacy law compliance, and establish a secure online data strategy that their customers can count on. Jodi is a Certified Informational Privacy Professional (CIPP/US) with over 20 years of experience helping businesses — from solopreneurs to multinational companies — in privacy, marketing, strategy, and finance roles. She has worked with numerous companies throughout her corporate career, including Deloitte, The Home Depot, Cox Enterprises, Bank of America, and many more. Jodi is also a national keynote speaker, a member of the Forbes Business Council, and the co-host of the She Said Privacy/He Said Security podcast.  Justin Daniels is a cybersecurity subject matter expert and business attorney who helps his clients implement strategies to better manage and recover from data breaches. As outsourced general counsel for Baker Donelson, Justin advises executives on how to successfully navigate cyber business and legal concerns related to operations, M&A, incident response, and more. In 2017, Justin founded and led the inaugural Atlanta Cyber Week, where multiple organizations held events that attracted more than 1,000 attendees. Justin is also a TEDx and keynote speaker and the co-host of the She Said Privacy/He Said Security podcast with his wife, Jodi. In this episode… ChatGPT is an international sensation, with businesses utilizing it for content creation, debugging, translation, and writing code. But this AI tool is still unregulated, raising privacy and security concerns regarding data input. Since ChatGPT is easily accessible to the public, what should you consider before implementing it, and how can you mitigate the associated risks? When adopting ChatGPT for your company, Certified Privacy Professional Jodi Daniels says you should evaluate the tool by conducting due diligence on potential use cases. For instance, a marketing department may want to acquire consumer insights involving personal information. Developing a policy to assess data types and functions, train and educate employees about risks, and regulate information sharing eliminates bias and privacy infringements.  On this episode of She Said Privacy/He Said Security, Jodi and Justin Daniels share their thoughts on ChatGPT's privacy and security implications. Together, they address the current and future state of AI ethics, the importance of ChatGPT regulations in the absence of federal privacy law, and how businesses can protect sensitive data when employing ChatGPT.

In this episode of the Politically Georgia podcast, AJC political insider Greg Bluestein is joined by DeKalb County beat reporter Tyler Estep to discuss how Atlanta's proposed public safety center has become a national controversy. Our hosts detail how opposition to the training complex has drawn an array of opponents in tense protests that have, at times, turned violent, destructive and even deadly. Greg also answers your questions from the listener mailbag which you can now call into. The Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline is open 24 hours a day. Record your question for Greg and Patricia and we will play it back and answer it on next Friday's episode. The number is (770)810-5297. Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, or Stitcher. You can also tell your smart speaker to “play Politically Georgia podcast.” The James M. Cox Foundation, the charitable arm of Cox Enterprises which owns The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, has contributed to the training center fundraising campaign. It is among several Atlanta-based foundations that have contributed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

118. Jill Campbell - Own Your Career “You have to own your own career.” - Jill Campbell “Be humble.” - Jill Campbell “Be really mindful that there are a lot of other people in your life, and in the organization, that got you where you are. Pay back that good grace you got from everybody else.” - Jill Campbell Jill Campbell Guest Bio: Jill Campbell is the President and Chief People and Operations Officer for Cox Enterprises, a private, family-owned company based in Atlanta, Georgia, with nearly $20 billion in annual revenues and nearly 50,000 employees. In her role, she leads the people solutions,real estate, aviation, facilities, security and corporate affairs departments.   Previously, Campbell served as Chief Operations Officer of Cox Communications. In this role, she oversaw the company's day-to-day operations, ensuring company-wide alignment with competitive strategies to enhance marketplace execution and grow the company's nearly 7 million residential and business customers. Campbell joined Cox in 1982 as Director of Communications in Oklahoma City, where she also served as Customer Service Manager and acting General Manager. She later served in several roles for Cox operations, including Vice President and General Manager for Cox's Bakersfield, California, and Santa Barbara, California, operations; vice president of customer operations for Cox in Phoenix; and vice president and general manager for Cox's Las Vegas operation. In 2001, she was promoted to Senior Vice President of Operations for the Eastern Division, and in 2011, she expanded her role to oversee operations for the company's entire field operations. A graduate of the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, Campbell also earned an MBA from Oklahoma City University. She is currently on the board of directors for the Atlanta History Center and Georgia Power and is a member of the International Women's Forum. Jill is a member of the International Coaching Federation and is also a Certified Master Coach. She previously served as a board member for several nonprofit organizations, including United Way, Boys & Girls Club of America, YMCA, Woodruff Arts Center, Girl Talk and the WICT Foundation. She also served on the boards of the California, Arizona and Nevada cable television associations. In April 2017, Campbell was inducted into the Cable Hall of Fame. In 2004, Campbell received the Atlanta Women in Cable Telecommunications (WICT) Woman of the Year Award, and in 2008, she was honored by WICT as its national Woman of the Year. She was ranked number two in Cablefax's 2015 Most Powerful Women in Cable. In 2020, Campbell was honored with the Alumni of the Year Award from the University of Nevada Las Vegas. She is married with three children and two granddaughters. R.O.G. Takeaway Tips: Have your own career path and plan. Make your intentions known. Know you're always on stage. Find a sponsor. Don't assume that people know what you've done (Share your successes). Take time to mentor others. Be aware of your surroundings, be kind. It's not all about you. It's about the team. Be humble. Resources: Jill Campbell on LinkedIn (ln/jillcampbell2) Article on Jill Campbell - Five Things Business Leaders Can Do To Create a Fantastic Work Culture Jill Campbell to Receive Fearless Leader Award The Wict Network Article on Jill Campbell - Jill Campbell Fearless Leader Award Network Diversity Index Quiz Coming Next: Episode 119, Building Bridges Coaching Tips for Generous Leaders with Shannon Cassidy. Topic: Behavioral Style Adaptation  Credits: Jill Campbell, Sheep Jam Productions, Host Shannon Cassidy, Bridge Between, Inc.

Before Jim VandeHei co-founded the media company Politico, the only thing he'd managed was the night shift at Little Caesar's pizza in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. An early passion for politics and journalism led him to Washington, D.C., where he became a political reporter for Roll Call, The Wall Street Journal, and The Washington Post. But by 2006, he could see how the internet was transforming journalism, so he walked away from the Post to co-found a digital publication—Politico—with the goal of setting the daily agenda for Washington's power elite. With the financial backing of a local media mogul, Politico took off, but Jim eventually grew frustrated managing a company he didn't own. So in 2017, he took another leap and co-founded Axios, a news website that gained a following for its bullet-point brevity, ready-made for the internet. Both companies have landed well: last year Axios was acquired by Cox Enterprises for over $500 million, and in 2021, Politico was purchased by Axel Springer for a reported $1 billion.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Viewpoint diversity is essential for having meaningful dialogue and achieving true understanding. It allows people to be exposed to different perspectives and consider all sides of an issue without judgment. Viewpoint diversity can lead to better solutions, deeper insights into current problems, and improved collaboration between individuals with vastly different backgrounds and opinions. Without it, the conversation becomes stagnant and limited, ultimately limiting progress.  Historically, the telecommunications, media, and tech policy bar has failed to reflect the racial and ethnic diversity of the population as a whole. Until now. Barry joined Joe on the podcast to discuss how FCBA -- The Tech Bar (Federal Communications Bar Association) fosters viewpoint diversity via its new curriculum to certify underrepresented voices in this practice area.  Bio LinkedIn Barry J. Ohlson serves as Vice President of Regulatory Affairs at Cox Enterprises, Inc. and currently serves as President of FCBA -- The Tech Bar (Federal Communications Bar Association).  Mr. Ohlson's practice focuses on the wireless, telecommunications, and broadband sectors, with an emphasis on assessing the strategic and regulatory implications of advanced technologies and new telecommunications services. He has nearly 30 years of government, corporate, and legal experience in telecommunications, media, and tech law & policy, and he has been intimately involved in the complex regulatory and legal issues impacting businesses and stakeholders.  Resources FCBA -- The Tech Bar (Federal Communications Bar Association)

In episode 80, Coffey talks with Randy Anderson about confronting and managing underperformance. They discuss the spectrum of underperformance; managing underperformance; engagement and fulfillment in the workplace; how leaders can elevate employees; the importance of establishing job expectations early; which factors affect performance; the difference between skill and talent; the correlation between core values, inherent motivation, and aspirations with performance; and how to leaders also need to self-assess their abilities.Good Morning, HR is brought to you by Imperative—premium background checks with fast and friendly service. For more information about our commitment to quality and excellent customer service, visit us at https://imperativeinfo.com. If you are an HRCI or SHRM-certified professional, this episode of Good Morning, HR has been pre-approved for half a recertification credit. To obtain the recertification information for this episode, visit https://goodmorninghr.com. About our Guest:Randy Anderson is co-founder of E3 Professional Trainers…a training firm that provides workplace and life training for individuals, teams, and companies. His strategies are designed to help people become more engaged in their work, better equipped to do it, and feel empowered to live a more fulfilling and influential life.Before starting E3 in 2005, Randy spent 20 years in sales and management. Most of that time was spent in media sales, which gave him the opportunity to work with virtually every type of business and industry. It is from that experience that he draws the ideas and strategies to help his clients improve their performance in the workplace and to achieve their maximum potential in life.Randy was awarded the designation of Certified Speaking Professional in 2012. This is the highest earned designation given by the National Speakers Association, recognizing proven expertise in speaking eloquence, business enterprise, and professional ethics.Randy received his Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Communications from Texas Tech University in 1990. Since that time, he has participated in and completed numerous training courses including; Your Leadership Legacy (Ken Blanchard Co.),Changing the Picture (Ziglar Corp.), Ethics 101 (Cox Enterprises, Inc.), LifeNet Time Management Training (Life Net Inc.), Basic Selling Skills (AVI International), Top Selling (Ziglar Corp.), Professional Selling Skills (Learning International), System 21 Selling (Executive Decision Systems), and Fast Track Media Sales (Cox Media, Inc.). His most valuable experience has come through more than 25 years of on-the-job, real-world experience: 12 of which were spent managing others, and over 16 years running his own company.Randy Anderson can be reached at https://www.e3professionaltrainers.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/randyandersontrainer https://twitter.com/e3proftrainers https://www.facebook.com/E3ProfessionalTrainers/ About Mike Coffey:Mike Coffey is an entrepreneur, human resources professional, licensed private investigator, and HR consultant.In 1999, he founded Imperative, a background investigations firm helping risk-averse companies make well-informed decisions about the people they involve in their business.Today, Imperative serves hundreds of businesses across the US and, through its PFC Caregiver & Household Screening brand, many more private estates, family offices, and personal service agencies.Mike has been recognized as an Entrepreneur of Excellence and has twice been named HR Professional of the Year. Additionally, Imperative has been named the Texas Association of Business' small business of the year and is accredited by the Professional Background Screening Association. Mike is a member of the Fort Worth chapter of the Entrepreneurs' Organization and volunteers with the SHRM Texas State Council.Mike maintains his certification as a Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) through the HR Certification Institute. He is also a SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP).Mike lives in Fort Worth with his very patient wife. He practices yoga and maintains a keto diet, about both of which he will gladly tell you way more than you want to know.Learning Objectives: 1. Analyze the spectrum of underperformance 2. Identify factors that affect performance 3. Develop strategies to better asses the employee's values, motivators, and aspirations

Today's guest is Ira Pearl, Vice President of Environmental Sustainability at Cox Enterprises. Ira is also the leader of Cox Conserves. In his role, Ira leads Cox's efforts to tackle sustainability challenges while driving its goals to achieve zero waste to landfill by 2024 and become water and carbon neutral by 2034. Cox Enterprises is interesting because they are a privately held global conglomerate headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, with approximately 55,000 employees and $21 billion in total revenue. Its major operating subsidiaries are Cox Communications and Cox Automotive. Not only is the scale of Cox Enterprises pretty shocking, but the proactive role they've taken in trying to do the right thing with climate change and the clean energy transition is also noteworthy. Jason and Ira unpack a lot in this episode, including Ira's career and what led him to Cox in the first place. They talk about Cox's approach to sustainability, some of the progress the company has made in reaching net zero goals, as well as some of the barriers that they've come across along the way. They also cover where Cox is going in the future and have a great discussion about some of the things Ira thinks will help everybody move faster and what gets him most excited about the future and the clean energy transition overall. Enjoy the show! In this episode, we cover: [3:20] An overview of Cox Enterprises, including Cox Communication, Cox Automotive, and their clean tech division [5:37] Ira's personal climate journey [10:39] How Cox approaches organizational change at the functional level  [15:01] The reason behind Cox's pursuit of climate-related and philanthropic projects [18:09] How public companies can focus on the longtime horizons of the collective good [21:15] Ira's views on solutions that need improvements [25:40] An overview of Cox Enterprises' clean tech division [27:45] How Ira's sustainability department collaborates with their clean tech group [29:00] The importance of data tracking in reducing emissions and how Cox evolved from energy conservation to energy production[34:14] Balancing the tension between barriers to accelerated adoption and issues associated with changing too quickly [37:36] Ira's thoughts on the Inflation Reduction Act [41:39] Some of Cox's partnerships and community work in disadvantaged areas [45:09] How the company inspires employee action for climate-related activities [49:36] Ira's thoughts on offsetsGet connected: Jason's TwitterIra's LinkedInMCJ Podcast / Collective*You can also reach us via email at info@mcjcollective.com, where we encourage you to share your feedback on episodes and suggestions for future topics or guests.Episode recorded on November 3, 2022. 

Introduction: Welcome to Five & Thrive: a weekly podcast highlighting the Southeast's most interesting news, entrepreneurs, and information of the week, all under 5 minutes.  My name is Jon Birdsong and I'm with Atlanta Ventures.  We have a lot of logistics going on this week in the pod. Excited to share each one. Product of the Week: This product of the week is coming out of Chattanooga founded by Spencer Ware and A.J. Cheek. The name of the company is called Repowr which is an open B2B marketplace of accessible equipment. 3% of trucking companies own 97% of trailer capacity in this highly fragmented market. This leaves little coordination and almost no connected network of vacancy which produces a large amount of inefficiencies in the market.   Getting a trailer, renting it, and using it should be as easy as opening an application, finding a trailer, paying for it, and gettin' to hauling. Welcome to Repowr. And trailers are just the trojan horse for the several other equipment verticals in the market. Check out Repowr if you're in needed of trailer today.      Question of the Week: This week's questions of the week is how do you find a co-founder? This past week I was chatting with an entrepreneur who was looking at finding a co-founder as it is one of the most important decisions maybe outside of finding your life partner. Naturally the easiest way is to find them through your existing work experience and relationships. If those primary sources are limited, then focus on your trusted network of individuals who would vouch for someone. Once your individual network is exhausted, now comes the tougher part but there are a few successful ways I've seen it done. First, seek to find like minded people. Like minded people in this important instance would be someone else looking to start a company. Timing is always everything especially when it comes to people's career, so go to events where other entrepreneurs would go to. I've heard several occasions where co-founders met at a fire-side chat, Atlanta Startup Village, or Atlanta Startup Convo (the next and last one of the year is on Wednesday). Outside of local events, check out the YC Co-founder Matching platform. This is one of the strongest communities of ambitious people online. Lastly, I have also found Reddit forums and other co-founder forums or websites to have worked in the past but it takes a disciplined process, a scrupulous eye, and significant patience. For those looking to start a company, try some of these strategies and let me know which one worked the best for you.  Company Coming Up: There are two companies coming up this week. The first is called Jax Rideshare Rentals and was started by Emory MBA graduate, Julius Bryant. While getting his Masters degree, Julius and his co-founder started leasing out cars they purchased to verified drivers so they could drive Uber and Lyft. Today, they continue to empower people who lack vehicle access in Atlanta and Dallas to earn income via the gig economy but instead of purchasing the cars, they are shifting their focus to organizations who already have the cars and now providing the software and verified drivers to turn those sedentary car lots into cash cows. Keep an eye on this product as they continue to scale city by city.   The second company coming up was started by Georgia Tech Alumnus, Murtaza Bambot and it is called HeartBeat. HeartBeat is the operating system to enhance your community. With their software, any community leader and organizer can host conversations, events, and more. The reason I get excited about HeartBeat is the online YouTube reviews. If you search HeartBeat reviews on YouTube, you'll find videos of users who walk through the product for 15 minutes, praising the product and how it solves a real need. If you're looking to put structure and organization around your online community, check out HeartBeat. That is Heartbeat.chat. Keep up the momentum and product love! Raise a Glass: Lastly, let's all raise a glass to Saltbox. Tyler Scriven, Maxwell Bonnie, and Paul d'arrigo have created the co-warehousing space. Across the country, Saltbox owns and operates large warehouses where tenants who run e-commerce stores can store, ship, and scale their product offerings without having to sign a long term lease. There are hundreds of thousands of small businesses getting their start shipping product from the garage, the next affordable and flexible step is Saltbox. They just raised $35M from Cox Enterprises and Pendulum to enhance their software solution to provide a full suite of services improving the logistics for their customers. Congrats to the entire Saltbox team!      Annnnd, that's 5 minutes. Thank you for listening to Five and Thrive. We provide 5 minutes of quality information, so you can thrive in the upcoming week. Please subscribe to the show and spread the good word!  Resources discussed in this episode: Product of the Week: Repowr Question of the Week: How do you find a co-founder? Company Coming Up: Jax RideShare Rentals HeartBeat Raise a Glass: Saltbox

Jodi Daniels is the Founder and CEO of Red Clover Advisors, a boutique data privacy consultancy and one of the few certified Women's Business Enterprises focused solely on privacy. Since its launch, Red Clover Advisors has helped hundreds of companies create privacy programs, achieve GDPR, CCPA, and US privacy law compliance, and establish a secure online data strategy their customers can count on. Jodi is a Certified Informational Privacy Professional (CIPP/US) with over 20 years of experience helping a range of businesses — from solopreneurs to multinational companies — in privacy, marketing, strategy, and finance roles. She has worked with numerous companies throughout her corporate career, including Deloitte, The Home Depot, Cox Enterprises, Bank of America, and many more. Jodi is also a national keynote speaker, a member of the Forbes Business Council, and co-host of the She Said Privacy/He Said Security podcast. Justin Daniels is a cybersecurity subject matter expert and business attorney who helps his clients implement strategies to better manage and recover from data breaches. As outsourced general counsel for Baker Donelson, Justin advises executives on how to successfully navigate cyber business and legal concerns related to operations, M&A, incident response, and more. In 2017, Justin founded and led the inaugural Atlanta Cyber Week, where multiple organizations held events that attracted more than 1,000 attendees. Justin is also a TEDx and keynote speaker and co-host of the She Said Privacy/He Said Security podcast with his wife, Jodi. In this episode… When it comes to data collection, studies show that more than 80% of consumers value privacy. With security breaches and privacy violations becoming increasingly prevalent, how can businesses prioritize these matters to foster customer trust? To start, companies must take inventory of their data to fully understand each component and establish use cases. Another requirement is to create privacy notices, pages, or sections to connect with the consumer and develop their trust. Jodi and Justin Daniels' book Data Reimagined: Building Trust One Byte At a Time teaches businesses how to manage customer data to ensure privacy and security. In today's episode of She Said Privacy/He Said Security, Chad Franzen of Rise25 talks with Jodi and Justin Daniels about prioritizing privacy and security concerns. Together, they discuss how businesses perceive and utilize data, the privacy and security concerns of data collection, and how to develop customer trust through privacy and security measures.

Kia Kokalitcheva, Axios tech reporter, is a Silicon Valley native who writes about tech news and culture. Among other things, she co-authors the popular Pro Rata newsletter (over 200k subscribers) with Dan Primack. Kia has covered many of the most iconic tech stories of the past decade as a writer at Fortune and VentureBeat prior to Axios which was just acquired by Cox Enterprises. Kia recently wrote about Adam Neumann's new company, Flow. Hear Kia's perspectives on how Flow could transform living like WeWork transformed working… and why she's not scared that bots may take her job. Listen and learn… How Adam Neumann of WeWork fame raised $350M at a $1B valuation from A16Z for his new company Flow… before launching  Kia's proudest moment as a journalist What the acquisition of Axios by Cox Enterprises means for journalism How Flow may be more than the reincarnation of WeWork's failed WeLive experiment As a culture, are we ready for communal living? What is the future of company perks… are the days of on-site dry cleaning numbered? How the generational shift is impacting cultural norms in the workplace What tasks bots will never do better than live journalists References in this episode: How AI is transforming journalism according to The Knight Foundation Gary A. Bolles discusses the WorkNet on AI and the Future of Work Mark van Rijmenam, The Digital Speaker, on AI and the Future of Work 

On today's podcast, I'm joined by Clarence Jackson. Clarence is the Senior Director of Sustainable Supply Chain and Business Operations with Cox Enterprises, a leader in the communications and automotive industries. He is responsible for the development and implementation of innovative strategies for Cox Enterprises' sustainability program, Cox Conserves. Clarence and his team drive change across Cox's businesses, suppliers and industry partners to ensure sustainability targets and objectives are met and in alignment with ESG programs and priorities. Prior to his current role, Clarence served as the senior director of operations for the Atlanta-Journal Constitution. He led the way for the AJC to be the first newspaper in the country to be certified as Zero Waste to Landfill, by the US Zero Waste Business Council. Clarence began his career in the US military. He is active in numerous philanthropic organizations such as Habitat for Humanity and Big Brothers Big Sisters of America, and is a mentor at Chamblee Charter High School. Clarence graduated from Penn State World Campus with a degree in organizational development and lives in the Atlanta area with his wife, Heather, and daughter Charley. They enjoy volunteering and spending time outdoors. In this episode, I spoke with Clarence about becoming carbon-neutral and the challenges associated with it, especially in terms of Scope 3 emissions. Visit Coolperx® home page:Coolperx® Reach out to Coolperx®:Phone: 1 (855) 429-0455 email: hello@coolperx.com Support Coolperx®'s podcast by subscribing and reviewing! Music is considered “royalty-free” and discovered on Audio Blocks. Technical Podcast Support by: Jon Keur at Wayfare Recording Co. © 2022 Coolperx®. All Rights Reserved.

Tracy Wirtz, Manager of Public/Media Relations for Cox, joined Discover Lafayette to talk about Cox's participation in the Affordable Connectivity Program which can save money on eligible consumers' internet bills. In November 2021, Congress passed an infrastructure bill creating the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) which directed $14.2 billion to help low-income consumers connect to high-speed Internet. Eligible households with active internet service with Cox will receive up to $30 off their monthly bill for their internet service and equipment (or up to $75 if they live in a tribal area). A household may qualify if they have Cox Connect2Compete Internet or Lifeline Phone plus Internet. A household may also qualify if they are enrolled in other eligible government assistance programs, including: Free or reduced lunch through the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)Federal Public Housing (including Section 8, Multi-family units, and Public Housing Authorities)Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)Head StartPell Grant recipient for the current academic yearTribal Programs (and proof of living on tribal lands) including:o    Any of the programs listed aboveo    Bureau of Indian Affairs General Assistanceo    Tribal Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (Tribal TANF)o    Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservationso    Tribal Head Start (for those who meet the Head Start income qualifying standard)MedicaidSupplemental Security Income (SSI)Veterans Pension & Survivors BenefitsProof income is 200% or less than federal poverty guidelines (three consecutive pay stubs or a tax return). Note: 200% of federal poverty guidelines is approximately $53,000 for a family of four. You can look up the income maximum for your household at https://www.lifelinesupport.org/do-i-qualify/federal-poverty-guidelines/ To determine if you are eligible, visit https://www.cox.com/residential/internet/affordable-connectivity-program.html You may be asked to verify your identity using your mobile phone number and your date of birth or by uploading your driver's license, state ID card, or passport. You may also need to provide documentation of income, unemployment status, or participation in one of the government assistance programs listed above. Cox is also participating in PCs for People where eligible households which do not have a computer can receive a one-time discount of $100 on refurbished laptops or desktop computers (while supplies last). Cell phones are not included in this offer as the intent is to assist people in getting a keyboard for work or school activities and reach their full potential through digital technology. Tracy joined Cox a year ago after spending more than three decades in radio and television broadcasting, most notably on KATC TV3 and KLFY TV10. She focuses on community relations, media relations, employee engagement, and charitable giving opportunities for Cox. Tracy Wirtz is well-known in our community, having worked in television and radio for over 30 years. She started working for Cox on August 23, 2021, and the following weekend, Hurricane Ida hit. As a broadcaster experienced in crisis communication, she understands that people need information. "They're asking, what now? Working on the other side, in this space, has been invigorating and eye-opening." Cox Enterprises is a fourth-generation family-owned company started in 1898 by James M. Cox. Through its major divisions, Cox Communications and Cox Automotive, they are leaders in the communications and automotive industries with national brands including Autotrader, Kelley Blue Book, and Cox Homelife.

Introduction: Welcome to Five & Thrive: a weekly podcast highlighting the Southeast's most interesting news, entrepreneurs, and information of the week, all under 5 minutes.  My name is Jon Birdsong and I'm with Atlanta Ventures. Y'all we are going to need to shorten this intro from here on out as there is just so much commerce going on in Atlanta and the Southeast. Let's get into it.  Blog Post of the Week: The blog post of the week and I don't know if all this press is a direct correlation with news from last week of Andreeson Horowitz investing $350M in Adam Neumann's new apartment company, but Neumann's vision has already been executed on and by Birmingham's lodestar entrepreneur: Bill Smith of Shipt fame which sold for $550M in 2017 to Target started Landing which is a very similar concept to Neumann's – just 3 years earlier – where a community of residents can pick and choose between fully furnished apartments across the country. TechCrunch did an interview with Bill this week and it's fantastic. We've linked to it in the show notes but if you're a student of entrepreneurship, go-to-market, product packaging and more, watch how these two entrepreneurs duel it out for years to come – and make sure to add butter and salt to the popcorn.  Product of the Week: I recently caught up with CEO of PressSports, Conrad Cornell at the SouthSource Tortuga party on the West Side and he shared that they just launched a completely revamped product at PressSports. I downloaded the app which has over 10,000 reviews with an average rating of 4.9 on the app store. High school and college athletes download Press Sports to start, document, and organize the digital portfolio of their careers so friends and coaches can engage and connect with them outside of the traditional social media outlets.   Companies Coming Up:  Where do we even begin here? The Inc 5000 list came out and there are too many on the list to name for this short podcast. Atlanta Ventures Founder, David Cummigns put together a list of 30 that have a three year growth rate of at least 300%. Not only is the Inc 5000 list a great annual water mark for growth, one would be hard pressed to find a better list to prospect fast, growing companies. We've highlighted several on this podcast including Stord, PrizePicks, Neighborly Software, SingleOps and several others. One we haven't explored in depth is the overall number 2 on the list, right out of Atlanta which is SnapNurse. More on that rocketship in the future! Take a look at the list through links in the show notes. Question of the Week: We get to talk to so many investors and entrepreneurs week in and week out and several recurring questions come up. Here is one where we got this week from an investor and it was: how do y'all measure product-market fit. This is where art meets science in startups, but to me, product-market fit is 10 unaffiliated (so not your Uncle or roommate) customers who raves about your product AND there is a clear line of sight to a repeatable, scalable customer acquisition model. I know that still leaves many questions but let's start this new segment with that answer this week.    Raise a Glass: Several raise a glass moments this past week: Michael Gottfried and Ashish Mistry raised $2M for PCKL (gotta love a 4 letter domain). PCKL is serving the massively growing market of Pickle Ball. Shop for paddles, balls, and accessories. PCKL joins the burgeoning D2C empire with their first company Piper golf balls.  Motivo, led by Rachel McCrickard, raised $14M led by Cox Enterprises to tackle the shortage of therapists by connecting mental health organizations with virtual clinical supervisors. Congrats to Rachel and team.  Lastly, legendary entrepreneur, Bill Nussey joined TechSquare Ventures and Engage. We've covered TechSquare and Engage on before this podcast. He led SilverPop to 600 employees and their eventual sale to IBM. Bill wrote an eloquent LinkedIn post worth reading that we put in the show notes.  Annnnd, that's 5 minutes. Thank you for listening to Five and Thrive. We provide 5 minutes of quality information, so you can thrive in the upcoming week. Please subscribe to the show and spread the good word!  Resources discussed in this episode: Blog Post of the Week: Bil Smith: The Anti Adam Neumann Product of the Week: Press Sports Company Coming Up: Inc 5000 Atlanta David Cummings Growth of 300% or more Raise a Glass: PCKL Raises $2M Motivo Raised $14MBill Nussey Joins Tech Square Ventures and Engage

This week Joe and Robert cover the big news out of Disney. Do they really have more subscribers than Netflix? Are they the greatest media company of all-time? (the answer is yes) Axios sells to Cox Enterprises, creating a local media opportunity that may be unprecedented. At the 5x revenue valuation, the boys ponder how a content marketing division could be valued (revenue or not). Lyft creates a media division...but the real story is the ongoing diversification of audience and customer revenue. Rants and raves include online gambling content and whether it's better or worse to work from home. This week's links: Disney's Upside Surprise Axios Sells Media Exit Multiplier Lyft's Media Operation xQc Wagers $685 Million Malcolm Gladwell on Working from Home --------- Liked this show? SUBSCRIBE to this podcast on Spotify, Apple, Google and more. Catch past episodes and show notes at ThisOldMarketing.site. Subscribe for the best in content creation at TheTilt.com.

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Former President Donald Trump said on Monday that the FBI searched his Florida residence at Mar-a-Lago. Two sources familiar with the matter told Axios's Jonathan Swan that it was their understanding the search was related to documents taken from the White House -- documents that may have been classified. Plus: a series of killings shakes a Muslim community in New Mexico. And: some news about Axios. Guests: Axios' Margaret Talev; Gino Gutierrez, reporter for KSFR; and Samia Assed, Albuquerque resident and activist. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Alexandra Botti, Nuria Marquez Martinez, Lydia McMullen-Laird, Alex Sugiura, and Ben O'Brien. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at podcasts@axios.com. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893. Go deeper: Trump says Mar-a-Lago raided by FBI Murders of four Muslim men prompt New Mexico to boost police presence Axios agrees to sell to Cox Enterprises for $525 million Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of the HR Leaders podcast, I'm joined by Jill Campbell, President and Chief People & Operations Officer at Cox Enterprises, to discuss how Cox Enterprises is building the new hybrid culture your company needs, and what you can do to build it.

In this episode of Redefining HR, I'm sitting down with Jill Campbell, Cox Enterprises' president and chief people and operations officer. Jill and I discuss her move from operational leadership into HR leadership, how the team thinks about flexibility at scale, maintaining a people-centric workplace, the importance of business acumen in HR and more.

Tim Dorr is the Managing Director of Techstars Atlanta in partnership with Cox Enterprises. He is also a co-founder of Salesloft, one of the largest startups to come out of Atlanta, Georgia with a $2.3B valuation. Prior to that, he created the first coworking space in Atlanta, Ignition Alley, was an entrepreneur-in-residence at the Advanced […] The post Tim Dorr With Techstars appeared first on Business RadioX ®.

IRA Pearl is the Vice President of Environmental Sustainability at Cox Enterprises. Ira is responsible for leading Cox's sustainability strategy, including driving ambitious goals to achieve zero waste to landfill by 2024 and to become water and carbon neutral by 2034. IRA has more than 25 years of experience, both in consulting and leading environmental departments at large Fortune 500 companies, as well as in operational leadership roles. He spent most of his career developing and executing strategies in the areas of renewable energy, sustainability, climate change, and environmental compliance. Ira Joins Sustainable Nation to Discuss: How being a private company impacts the way sustainability is handled How Cox establishes sustainability goals and targets - ground up process Cox's approach to employee engagement and the benefits of having top down support Sustainability reporting at Cox and the emphasis on transparency Advice and recommendations for sustainability leaders Ira's Final Five Question Responses: What is one piece of advice you would give other sustainability professionals that might help them in their careers? Understand the business side of things. Having a passion for sustainability is great, but you need to make your work economically sustainable as well. What are you most excited about right now in the world of sustainability? So many companies are now coming to the table and seeking to reduce their footprint. The accompanying level of investment is driving innovation and cost reduction and it helps all of us get there faster. What is one book you'd recommend sustainability leaders read? I would recommend Confessions of a Radical Industrialist by Ray Anderson, who was the CEO of interface. It talks about how running your company sustainably is just good business. I think Cox has proven this by delivering double digit returns on our sustainability investments. What are some of your favorite resources or tools that really help you in your work? There's so many it's difficult to list them all. My web browser has so many bookmarks, but one of the ones I use a lot is the EIA website, the Environmental Administration website, because it is such a credible source of truth and data that helps identify trends and lends credibility to the analyses behind these resources. I also listen to a lot of business news, which more and more is covering ESG. I keep abreast of a lot trends and what other companies are doing and evolving technology by subscribing to a bunch of email list servers that that give me that data and feed it to my inbox every day. Where can our listeners go to learn more about you and the work being done at Cox? They can go to coxenterprises.com/cox-conserves where they can learn more about our programs. If you want to learn about the investments we're making in Cleantech, you can go to https://coxnewinvestments.com. Our vision there is to take the problems facing the world and transform them into business opportunities. At Cox, we want to run a business that gives employees a better life, gets the return on investment and has a positive impact on society.

For the next few weeks I will be doing a Throwback Tuesdays/Thursdays where I re-release old episodes from the archives. So don't worry if you have heard it already as a 'New episodes' will continue to come out on Sundays. The idea is to get some of the old episodes heard as they have very little downloads from the first season, compared to newer episodes.~~~ We are joined by Charles in Georgia, and he is an ex-Martial artist, stuntman and videographer that worked in the motion picture industry with people like the legendary Chuck Norris. He is also an information technology professional, with over 41 years of computer experience, he's worked over 60 professional IT-related contracts. His clients include the CIA, the FBI, Defence Security Services, DISA, the Library of Congress, the Treasury Department, NATO, the Army, the Air Force, the Marine Corps, Microsoft, Shell, Amoco, Conoco, Haliburton, Brown and Root, Cox Enterprises, GE, and numerous others. Charles has been an occasional contactee since his first close encounter in October of 1980. He will be sharing this experience and many others tonight. Charles Mike Beaver's Website:https://profoundstates.comMore information on this episode on the podcast website:https://ufochroniclespodcast.com/ep-83-profound-states/Want to share your encounter on the show? Email: UFOChronicles@gmail.com Podcast Merchandise:https://www.teepublic.com/user/ufo-chronicles-podcast Help Support UFO CHRONICLES Podcast by becoming a Patron:www.patreon.com/UFOChroniclespodcastThank you for listening!Please leave a review if you enjoy the show, and everyone that leaves a rating and review on Apple Podcasts will get a shout out on the following show.

75. Shirley Powell - Listen Without Judgement “Do you care more about the relationship or do you care more about being right?” Guest Info: Shirley Powell is Senior Vice President of Communications at Cox Automotive, a global automotive services and software company whose vision is to transform the way the world buys, sells, owns and uses cars. Cox Automotive is a subsidiary of family-owned Cox Enterprises, Inc. Based in the Cox Automotive corporate headquarters in Atlanta, Powell leads and manages the day-to-day operations of the company's communications organization, which includes internal and executive communications, public relations, industry relations, and reputation and crisis management. Powell joined Cox Automotive with more than 30 years of strategic communications experience. Previously, she served as the executive vice president and chief communications officer at The Weather Company where she oversaw all internal and external communications, executive communications, corporate brand/reputation, issues management, community relations and social media strategies for all of Weather's consumer and business-to-business brands. Prior to The Weather Company, Powell held a variety of senior level corporate communications roles at Turner Broadcasting System, NBC Entertainment and Disney Channel. She serves on the board of directors of Open Hand Atlanta and on the board of visitors for Temple University's Klein College of Media and Communication. Previously, she served on the boards of The Atlanta Women's Foundation, Leadership Atlanta, Women in Cable & Telecommunications, and Girls Inc. Atlanta. Powell earned a bachelor's degree in journalism from Temple University in Philadelphia and presented her with a Lew Klein in the Media Award in 2005, Women in Cable & Telecommunications Atlanta named Powell “Woman of the Year” in 2014. Favorite Quote: “Life is what happens to you when you're busy making other plans.” — John Lennon R.O.G. Takeaway Tips: Be willing to share your story. Clearly and directly offer to support the success of others. Avoid judgment. Resources: Shirley Powell on LinkedIn (in/ShirleyMPowell) Coming Next: Episode 76: We will be joined by Darlene Holmes Credits: Shirley Powell, Sheep Jam Productions, Host Shannon Cassidy, Bridge Between, Inc.

73. Karen Bennett - Show Up On Time “What generosity is..it's how you have willingness and desire to help others. And help is, frankly, in the eye of the beholder. Generosity is the willingness to make yourself available, whatever that looks like to what the recipient needs. So for me, generosity and the workplace honestly starts with time.” Guest Info: Karen Bennett is Executive Vice President and Chief People Officer for Cox Communications. In this role, she develops and executes talent strategy that aligns with Cox's operating principles and works through the challenges of driving continual growth in our rapidly evolving business. Bennett brings more than 25 years of experience in leading teams that focus on maximizing talent needs and the needs of the business across all areas of HR, including talent development, total rewards, employee relations, workforce culture, and policies and compliance. Prior to joining Cox Communications, Karen was SVP and Chief Human Resources Officer for Cox Media Group, a sister company within Cox Enterprises. Prior to her time with Cox, Bennett was Senior Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer for YP (formerly AT&T Ad Solutions). She is a cable veteran as well, having served as senior vice president of human resources for Turner Broadcasting System, Inc. for nearly 14 years. Bennett serves on the board of directors for the Human Resources Leadership Forum of Atlanta; the Emma Bowen Foundation board of directors; the national board of Women in Cable Telecommunications (WICT); the advisory board of Clayton State University; the Georgia State University's HR Roundtable consortium. Bennett is a graduate of Terry College of Business at the University of Georgia where she earned her bachelor's and executive MBA degrees. Favorite Quote: “We plan, God laughs.” R.O.G. Takeaway Tips: Be on time. Don't waste time. Prepare for interactions to invest your time. Generously offer to provide feedback when you recognize ways others can improve. Celebrate the successes, advancements and accomplishments of others. Resources: Karen Bennet on LinkedIn (in/KebKarenBennet) Karen Bennett, Cox Communications, EVP and Chief People Officer Cox Communications The WICT Network, Global Board of Directors Coming Next:  Episode 74: we continue our Women's History Month celebration and will be joined by Debbie Epstein Henry Credits: Karen Bennett, Sheep Jam Productions, Host Shannon Cassidy, Bridge Between, Inc.