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Eén op de drie kinderen praat online met vreemden. Op straat zou je in paniek raken, online haalt iedereen z’n schouders op. Astrid Oosenbrug zit aan tafel, en ze draagt een complete garderobe aan petten: medeoprichter van DIVD, CEO van DIVD Academy, interim-directeur bij HackShield en Public Affairs & CSR Officer bij ESET. We beginnen bij HackShield, de gratis game die kinderen van 8 tot 12 tot Cyber Hero opleidt, en belanden al snel bij Roblox. Randal bekent dat hij zichzelf binnen een half uur betrapte terwijl hij stiekem naar zolder liep om zijn eigen poppetje op de loopband te laten farmen. Hoe houd je jong hackerstalent op het goede pad? Bij de DIVD Academy gaat dat over ethiek: je kunt aantonen dat je in een systeem zit, maar je past geen cijfers aan. Astrid legt uit waarom Victor met maga2020! wel mocht inloggen maar verder niets aanraakte, hoe moneymuling werkt, en waarom het datalek bij Clinical Diagnostics voor sommige vrouwen letterlijk levensbedreigend is. Plus: meidenhuizen, dark patterns en het eindeloze kat-en-muis-spel om schermtijd. Over Astrid Oosenbrug Astrid Oosenbrug is medeoprichter van DIVD (Dutch Institute for Vulnerability Disclosure, bekend van onder meer de Kaseya-zaak in 2021) en medeoprichter en CEO van DIVD Academy. Ze is interim-directeur bij HackShield en doet Public Affairs & CSR bij antivirusbedrijf ESET. Van 2012 tot 2017 was ze Tweede Kamerlid voor de PvdA en gold ze als het meest digitale Kamerlid; tot juni 2025 was ze bijna zeven jaar voorzitter van COC Nederland. Ze keert in deze aflevering terug om twee lijnen te verbinden: kinderen veilig en ethisch leren omgaan met internet, en de strijd voor een veiliger en eerlijker net. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/astridoosenbrug/ Website: https://www.divd.nl/who-we-are/team/people/astrid-oosenbrug/ Sponsor: Red de AI Wet Kim van Sparrentak neemt het op tegen de techbro’s om duidelijke regels te maken voor kunstmatige intelligentie. Red de AI Wet besluiter je hier.In deze aflevering 0:00:00 Het meest digitale Kamerlid en een waslijst aan petten0:02:18 HackShield uitgelegd: gamen om Cyber Hero te worden (8-12 jaar)0:05:48 Roblox als verslavingsmachine, en Randal die zichzelf betrapt0:09:06 Dark patterns: waarom zelfs het klikgeluid is uitgedacht0:11:14 Meidenhuizen: gezellig, met een zieke wereld eronder0:13:39 Eén op de drie kinderen praat online met vreemden0:17:26 Kat-en-muis met schermtijd: de Word-truc en de Unix-computer0:25:32 Interim-directeur bij HackShield: governance en de stekker eruit0:28:46 Een onbetrouwbare overheid en de preventieparadox0:32:13 Gedrogeerd en gefilmd: 80.000 Nederlandse IP-adressen0:35:21 Waar meld je het als je per ongeluk klikt?0:46:31 DIVD Academy: van digitaal belletje trekken tot ethisch hacken0:58:39 Rebootcamp met de politie en ronselen via Discord0:59:55 Werkt een social-mediaverbod voor jongeren?1:06:33 Trumps wachtwoord en de grens van responsible disclosure1:08:09 Vraag Arnoud Wokker: moet programmeren en AI een schoolvak worden?1:13:28 Moneymuling: hoe kinderen ongemerkt witwassers worden1:21:02 Clinical Diagnostics: als een datalek levensbedreigend wordt Genoemd in deze aflevering HackShield Future Cyber Heroes, gratis game cyberweerbaarheid voor 8-12 jaar DIVD, vrijwilligers die kwetsbaarheden opsporen en melden DIVD Academy: The Ethical Hacker, gratis online hackcursus Offlimits, meldpunt online misbruik (voorheen Helpwanted) ATKM, autoriteit om kinderporno en terreurmateriaal te melden Stichting Cyberbrein, Henk van Ee begeleidt jonge cyberbreinen Effectevaluatie HackShield (Saxion), onafhankelijk onderzoek naar het lespakket Datalek Clinical Diagnostics, achtergrond bij het bevolkingsonderzoek-lek Tips van de tafel Astrid Oosenbrug: zet bij games als Roblox de chatfunctie uit; kies waar mogelijk voor “alleen mensen die je kent”. Astrid Oosenbrug: per ongeluk op iets verkeerds geklikt? Meld het laagdrempelig bij Offlimits of de ATKM in plaats van het weg te klikken. Randal Peelen: maak schermtijdafspraken samen mét je kind en leg uit waaróm, in plaats van alleen te verbieden, want een verbod lossen ze creatief op. Jurian Ubachs: spreek elkaar aan op gedrag dat niet oké is, ook bij een grap; wacht niet tot het slachtoffer dat zelf moet doen.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Listen in to Ian Leader, Social Impact Pioneer, cross-sector strategist and founder of Local Works. Ian shares his experience in building partnerships that really work, between business, community and government. With more than 25 years of experience working across New Zealand's business, charity, education, philanthropy and local government sectors, Ian has become one of the country's leading voices on collaboration, systems change and social impact brokering. Remember that, social impact broker … a vital role so often over looked. From pioneering employee volunteering initiatives in the 1990s to designing purpose-driven community investment strategies and place-based partnerships, Ian has spent his career helping organisations move beyond traditional corporate social responsibility (CSR) and towards genuine shared value creation. In this conversation, Ian shares why he believes “communities are jigsaws,” complex ecosystems made up of interconnected people, organisations and cultures, and why businesses must stop thinking about “giving back” and instead start actively participating as part of the community itself. We explore: • The evolution of CSR, corporate citizenship and conscious business • Why impact brokers are essential for successful partnerships and systems change • How businesses can build trust with communities and create authentic social impact • The shift from scarcity thinking to abundance and collaboration • Why employee volunteering and community engagement should be embedded into business strategy • What First Nations and Māori approaches to business can teach us about sustainability, purpose and long-term thinking • How social impact leaders can bridge the gap between intention and execution Ian also reflects on working in some of New Zealand's most vibrant and challenged communities, where he learned that “work isn't always the priority,” and why understanding people's lived realities is critical for organisations that want to create lasting impact. Packed with practical insights, systems thinking, real-world examples and unforgettable quotes, this episode is a masterclass in collaborative leadership, social innovation and the future of business as a force for good. Whether you work in sustainability, ESG, CSR, philanthropy, social enterprise, community development or purpose-led business, this conversation will challenge how you think about partnerships, power and the role organisations play in society. Discover why the future of impact depends on learning how to work together. Links: Ian's podcast 'CSR Aotearoa: Agents of Change': https://open.spotify.com/show/5Gjvg9TsTA74LKAGOQnBi6?si=4abea07503284fc3 Local Works: www.localworks.nz Local Works Resources : https://www.localworks.nz/resources More info about Hunter Lovins: https://natcapsolutions.org/ The Partnering Initiative: https://thepartneringinitiative.org And if you liked this, try: What Real Sustainability Integration Looks Like in Business, with Fernanda Facchini, Natura: https://businessfightspoverty.org/what-real-sustainability-integration-looks-like-in-business-with-fernanda-facchini-natura/
DAMIONCarnival Corporation's data breach exposed personal data of nearly 6 million customers: An April social engineering attack on an employee account compromised names, dates of birth, and government-issued ID numbers. WHO DO YOU BLAMESkills: Technology & Cybersecurity: Experience with information technology and cybersecurity matters is increasingly important to mitigate the risks our business faces, promote innovation and maintain a competitive edge in a rapidly evolving technological ageLeast represented 5/11CEO Josh WeinsteinNO: at Carnival since 2002, started as General CounselSir Johathon BandNO: First Sea Lord and Chief of Naval Staff, the most senior officer position in the British Navy (2006 to 2009, when he retired); Admiral and Commander-in-Chief Fleet (2002 to 2006); Served as a naval officer in increasing positions of authority (1967 to 2002)Jason CahillyNO: CEO Dragon Group LLC, provides capital and business management consulting and advisory services worldwide; The NBA: CFO & Chief Strategic Officer; Goldman Sachs: Partner; Global Co-Head of Media and Telecommunications; Head of Principal Investing for Technology, Media & TelecommunicationsNelda ConnorsNO: CEO/Chair Pine Grove Holdings, a privately held investment company; CEO Atkore International, manufacturer of electrical, safety and infrastructure solutions; VP Eaton Corporation, electrical and automotive supplierLaura WeilNO: Founder Village Lane Advisory LLC, specializes in providing executive and strategic consulting services to retailers COO New York & Company, women's apparel and accessories retailer; CEO Ashley Stewart, women's apparel retailer; CEO Urban Brands, apparel retailer; COO AnnTaylor Stores, women's apparel retailer; CFO American Eagle Outfitters, apparel retailerAudit Committee: Oversee management's risk assessment processes to identify principal and emerging risks, including financial, IT, cybersecurity and non-HESS operational risksLaura Weil*: NOJason Cahilly: NOJeffrey Gearhart: NOWalmart Corporate Secretary and lawyerStuart Subotnick: NOCEO at Metromedia Company, wireless/communications, until 2010; Carnival director since 1987 Health, Environmental, Safety and Security Committee: Oversee management's processes to identify principal and emerging health, environmental, safety, security and sustainability-related risks, including those related to ship operations and cybersecurity, RAAS health, environmental, safety, security audits, IAG and external investigations into significant ship incidents, and health, environmental, safety, security-related hotline complaints, and assess the steps management has taken to minimize such risks.Sir Johathon Band*: NONelda Connors: NOHelen Deeble: NOFormer CEO P&O Ferries Division Holdings, shipping and logistics businessKatie Lahey: NOExecutive Chair Korn Ferry Australasia, leadership and talent firmMicky Arison (75%): Exec Chair and former CEO and 7% stockholderThe CEO Pay Ratio1,063:124 retail CEOs made as much in a day as their typical employee earned in a year — and a big one didn't. WHO DO YOU BLAMEThe separation of CEO and Chair: Hamilton E. James Chair/Ron Vachris MMNot uniqueOnly 50% of the board is men. WTF?uniqueOne share = one voteNot uniqueState of HQ = WashingtonAlso StarbucksState of Inc = WashingtonAlso StarbucksPledge of allegiance to stakeholdersCostco generally has: Higher wages; Better benefits; Lower turnover; Higher sales per employee.Industry-leading employee compensation AND Self-imposed low-margin pricing philosophyWalmart only low-margin pricingOther comps:Todd Vasos of Dollar General, Shane O'Kelly of AutoZone, Gerald Morgan of Texas Roadhouse, Jack Sinclair of Sprouts Farmers Market, William Stengel of Genuine Parts Company, Michael Creedon of Dollar Tree, Ronald Sargent of Kroger, Lauren Hobart of Dick's Sporting Goods, Joshua Kobza of Restaurant Brands Inc., Kecia Steelman of Ulta Beauty, Scott Boatwright of Chipotle, Ted Decker of Home Depot, Bob Eddy of BJ's Wholesale Club, Corie Barry of Best Buy, James Conroy of Ross Stores, Chris Turner and David Gibbs of Yum Brands, Chris Kempczinski of McDonald's, Marvin Ellison of Lowe's, Brian Cornell of Target, Ernie Herrman of TJX Companies, Doug McMillon of Walmart, Brian Niccol of Starbucks, Hal Lawton of Tractor Supply Co, Laura Alber of Williams-SonomaFigma Gets an Activist Investor. Exhibit A on Why Companies Don't Want to Go Public. Figma's first year as a public company hasn't gone well. Findell Capital Management said it needs to take steps to shed its unwarranted reputation as an artificial-intelligence “loser.” WHO DO YOU BLAME?Figma founder and CEO Dylan Field: Owns 10% of shares but 72% of voting power: Class B shares worth 15 votes per shareDylan owns 158 Class A Shares (or 0.00003556% of 444,278,887)And Chair$5B net worth$865M total summary compensation in 2025; $91M in 2024Nominating Agreement:Figma must nominate Dylan Field to be a director and include him in the proxy statementThe company must use its resources to back him up and actively convince other shareholders to vote for him In response to a question about how he was going to change the world, Dylan said he was going to build better software for drones.Bro fest sausage party2 of 9 directors are womenTop 5 NEOs all dudesPeter ThielForced Dylan to drop out of Brown for a dumb fellowshipVC Blowhardiness on the BoardVC dude John Lilly (Greylock): Lead Independent Director2nd longest tenure (2014)Member of the Audit Committee; Member of the Nominating Committee (only Lilly and Rimer)VC dude Andrew Reed (Sequoia)Director at debt-maker Klarna Group (also way down since IPO): down roughly 54% from its initial $40.00 IPO price, and down nearly 68% from its all-time highMember of the Compensation Committee (which modeled Dylan's pay package after Elon Musk)VC dude Danny Rimer (Index Ventures)Director since 2014B.A. in History and Literature from HarvardMember of the Compensation Committee (which modeled Dylan's pay package after Elon Musk)Member of the Nominating Committee (only Lilly and Rimer)Luis von AhnDuolingo co-founder and CEO2025: shared an internal email outlining Duolingo's new "AI-first" strategy where Duolingo would “gradually stop using contractors to do work that AI can handle”Stated that "AI is a better teacher than humans" and that the future role of teachers would be reduced to providing "childcare."Blamed the controversy on a "lack of context" in his original statements"AI-First" memo goes viral: $389; today $118MATTDanone, Starbucks shine in methane-reduction rankingDanone is the only company in the group aligned with the Global Methane Pledge, an initiative backed by 150 countries that targets a 30 percent reduction in global levels of the gas by 2030. The French multinational also leads the pack in progress toward its target, having come close to hitting it five years ahead of schedule.WHO DO YOU CREDIT?Chair of the CSR committee Lise Kingo (9% influence), one of three directors tagged as merit directorsmaster's degree in Responsibility & Business from the University of Bathbachelor degrees in Religions and Ancient Greek Artbachelor's degree in Marketing and Economicscertificate as International Director from INSEADEx Novo Nordisk environmental affairs, internal audit, compliance, human resources, communication, branding and sustainabilityHelped create the UN SDGs and the UN Global CompactSomehow only bats 559 on carbon intensity (career) and 415 for scope 1/2 (career)Also, using deference metrics, the ONLY DIRECTOR tagged as fully independentEmployee rep member of the CSR committee Bettina Theissig (5% influence) and the employees of DanoneThe committee charter mandates employees get a say: At least two thirds of the CSR Committee must be independent, as defined by the AFEP-MEDEF Code. At least one Director representing employees must be a member of the Committee.In France (Danone's domicile), the European Investment Bank found that French employees were the most aware of environmental issues - 82% of French employees said they were highly concerned about environmental issues, highest in EuropeLead Independent Director and chair of the Nom/comp committee who put together the comp plan, Valerie Chapoulaud-Floquet15% influence, second to the 18% influence CEO (democracy!!), got 99.16% shareholder approval in April (even as CEO got 89.73% approval and pay got 93.19% approval)20% of short-term pay and 30% of long-term pay is based on hitting sustainability targetsWhen you pay a CEO to do a thing, they are more likely to do a thingEx-CEO Emmanuel FaberOusted in 2021 by the board of directors and activist investors, he transformed Danone into an “enterprise a mission” (a French version of a B corp)Investors voted 99% in favor of the move and a year later ousted Faber, the board resigned, and the new board and CEO are basically moving back towards being environmental leaders because it paid offShort term share price laggedHe said in 2024 that nature is “at the core” of Danone, It took the stock 3 years from Faber's ousting to return to Faber levels - and in the meantime, they were sued for plastics and emissionsIsn't this HIS win?Current CEO Antoine de Saint-AffriqueBecause CEOGM Board Director Jonathan McNeill Stepping DownCEO of DVx Ventures. Ex COO at Lyft Inc. and ex president, Global Sales, Delivery and Service at Tesla, current director at Lululemon, GM director since 2022, on the Governance and Corporate Responsibility committee and Risk and Cybersecurity committee.We know that half of boards on average think someone on the board should be replaced - did the GM board not like McNeill?WHO/WHAT WOULD WE BLAME FOR PUSHING MCNEILL OUT?Outsider dude bro DRLet's be honest, McNeill worked at much more… modern?... companies than GMThe board is OLD SCHOOL - ex Northrop Grumman, ex Visa, ex Lazard, ex HP, ex eBay, ex Novartis, ex Walmart, other directorships at Goldman, Huntsman, P&G… these are professional, insular boardsMeanwhile, he's investing as a VC in AI, other auto/mobility startups, comes from boards that are bro founder lead (Tesla, Lyft) He's invested in AI, crypto, heavy tech, intertwined with VCs all overNot deferential enoughBarra is connected to 94% - THE ENTIRE - boardMcNeill has the highest network power on the board at $9tn, higher than even Mary Barra (who is super connected), but is NOT a power player in the board community of GM - the dominant board communities for GM are massive blue chip US companies, where McNeill has deeper connections in smaller IT/tech focused companiesHe doesn't need the pay, he gets nothing for the connections really, he has connection to Barra but his network is different - was he too independent?Pissed he doesn't have enough influence McNeill has the LOWEST influence on the GM board at 4%He's relatively new, younger, working as a VC where you have a lot of power of capital allocation“I don't need this shit” effect?Too many womenMcNeill's dvX ventures portfolio team is 6 dudes and 1 womendvX entire operations staff is two woman - guess what they do“Chief of Staff” (ie, HR)Executive Assistant (yes, listed on the team)Board is 2 women, 3 men (McNeill not on board)This one seems unlikely I guess?Too busy, meh, move onOne of dvX portfolio companies is curbee, with GM Ventures' Kurt Baumgarten on the board (and the dvX co-founder is founder of Curbee)McNeill on at least 3 of his portfolio boards or advisory committees, plus LULU and GM…
Most contractors think offshoring is about saving money. It's actually about creating leverage.John Wilson and Jack Carr break down how offshore teams helped them scale faster, build better systems, and free up key leaders to focus on growth. They share exactly which roles to offshore, what to keep in-house, and the leadership lessons they've learned after managing dozens of remote team members across recruiting, dispatch, accounting, marketing, and customer service.What you'll learn:→ Which roles should be offshored first (and which shouldn't)→ The judgment vs. process framework for hiring decisions→ How offshore teams force better systems and accountability→ Why SOPs matter more than geography→ How to structure dispatch, CSR, recruiting, and accounting teams————————————————
What does it truly mean to be accountable as a business leader, and why does it matter now more than ever?In this episode of The Conscious Capitalists, hosts Timothy Henry and Raj Sisodia sit down with Kate Adams, Chief Impact Officer at Conscious Capitalism, Inc. and author of Accountability Under Fire, for a thoughtful exploration of one of the most pressing challenges facing modern leadership.As organizations navigate increasing scrutiny from employees, customers, investors, and the public, accountability has become more than a values-based aspiration. It is now a critical business imperative. Drawing from her new book and decades of experience advising leaders across the business, nonprofit, and social impact sectors, Kate shares a practical framework for understanding what accountability looks like in action and why so many organizations struggle to achieve it.Throughout the conversation, Kate introduces her Accountability Ladder, a model that helps leaders assess where their organizations stand and what it takes to build accountability into the culture and decision-making process. Together, Timothy, Raj, and Kate explore the challenges of balancing competing stakeholder interests, the relationship between accountability and conscious leadership, and why creating win-win-win outcomes often requires far more creativity than leaders realize.The discussion also examines the role of boards and CEOs in shaping accountability, the importance of organizational trust, and how leaders can respond when mistakes inevitably occur. From corporate apologies and political engagement to emerging technologies such as AI and blockchain, this episode offers a timely look at how accountability is evolving in an increasingly transparent world.Listeners will gain insights into:The difference between accountability, responsibility, and traditional CSR initiativesHow to identify and prioritize the stakeholders most affected by your decisionsThe five stages of organizational accountability and what separates reactive companies from truly accountable onesWhy creating win-win-win outcomes is often harder than it soundsHow board and CEO alignment can strengthen or undermine accountability effortsHow AI and emerging technologies are changing the way organizations measure and manage impactThe connection between accountability, conscious leadership, and long-term organizational healthAnd more!Whether you're leading a company, serving on a board, or seeking to build a more values-driven organization, this episode offers practical wisdom on how accountability can become a source of trust, resilience, and sustainable success.If you enjoy this podcast, would you consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify? It takes only a few seconds and greatly helps us reach more listeners.Please subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.For transcripts and show notes, please visit The Conscious Capitalists.This show is presented by Conscious Capitalism, Inc. and is produced by Rainbow Creative with Matthew “MoJo” Jones as Executive Producer and Nathan Wheatley as Editor.CHAPTERS00:00 – Welcome & Introduction01:30 – Why Kate Wrote Accountability Under Fire05:00 – Accountability vs. CSR and ESG: Understanding the Difference09:30 – Accountability and Caring as a Leadership Partnership13:00 – Mapping Stakeholders and Measuring Impact18:00 – The Challenge of Creating Win-Win-Win Outcomes22:30 – Why Some Organizations Embrace Accountability More Effectively28:00 – Can Accountability Be Delegated?33:00 – Leaving Organizations Better Than We Found Them37:00 – Board and CEO Alignment on Accountability41:30 – The Accountability Ladder Explained48:00 – Corporate Apologies, Forgiveness, and Trust53:00 – CEOs, Public Issues, and Leadership Responsibility57:30 – AI, Blockchain, and the Future of Accountability01:00:00 – Conscious Capitalism and Accountability in Practice01:03:30 – Is Accountability a Form of Love?01:05:30 – Rapid Fire Questions01:11:00 – What Is Giving Kate Hope Today?01:12:30 – Closing Thoughts & Final TakeawaysThank you for your support!Timothy & Raj
Social impact is moving out of standalone CSR departments and into the center of how organizations think about leadership, culture, talent, and innovation. Recorded live at the Engage for Good conference, this special episode of Purpose 360 brings listeners inside conversations shaping the present and future of the industry.Engage for Good brings together leaders across philanthropy, nonprofit leadership, advocacy, and corporate purpose to exchange ideas, challenge assumptions, and explore how organizations can create more meaningful and integrated approaches to impact.Host Carol Cone sits down with Nancy Molenda and Brittany Cruickshank of Mattel, Karoline Katus of the Obama Foundation, Navid Ladha of OnPurpose Careers, and Jorge Alvarez of Active Minds for conversations about embedding social impact into business strategy, cultivating values-based leadership, redefining mission-driven careers, and building long-term partnerships rooted in trust and collaboration. Together, the conversations capture the candid, practical, and forward-looking insights that emerge when leaders committed to social impact come together to share what's working, what's changing, and what's next.Purpose 360 is produced by TruStory FM.Full Show Notes & Resources (00:00) - Welcome to Purpose 360 (00:13) - Engage for Good Part 1 (02:35) - Nancy Molenda & Brittany Cruickshank • Mattel (15:28) - Karoline Katus • Obama Foundation (19:49) - Navid Ladha • OnPurpose Careers (23:58) - Jorge Alvarez • Active Minds (35:38) - Wrap Up
Allen Lee started Honestly Handyman Services part-time in 2016 while working as an auto mechanic. Ten years later, he sold the business.
Everyone is watching Family Violence Appellate Project v. Superior Court (S288176) to see if the California Supreme Court is going to strike down the ban on electronic recording of court proceedings. There is a steady drumbeat in favor, including the Los Angeles County Superior Court and other courts.But are we missing a perspective?Stephanie Leslie is the immediate past president of the California Deposition Reporters Association and co-founder of Regal Court Reporting. She explains why certified shorthand reporters remain the gold standard for the verbatim record—and why replacing them with electronic recording could be a mistake.Yes, we all want to solve the court-reporter shortage.But the short-term gain of using electronic recordings could reverse a recent uptick of new CSR entrants.The way forward, Stephanie argues, is continuing to invest in recruitment and training.And recent AI pressures are sparking new interest in court-reporting.Also, AI and electronic recording still struggle with minority accents, overlapping speakers, and courtroom noise. Even federal courts with state-of-the-art equipment produce transcripts filled with "inaudibles" and misattributed speakers because no human was present to stop the proceeding and clarify the record.In this episode, we discuss:Why the court reporter shortage was caused by budget cuts, not by the professionHow voice writers are replenishing the pipeline faster than traditional stenographersWhy AI transcription still fails in real courtrooms with accents, noise, and overlapping speakersResource misallocation: multiple reporters sitting idle in the same courtroomBest practices for attorneys to secure reporters and get clean transcriptsWhat experiences can you share about using an electronic recording to create a transcript?
Unlocking kidney health Guest Bio: Lauren Budd Levy, MS, RDN, CSR, is a registered dietitian and Certified Specialist in Renal Nutrition who leads her private practice, Happy Health Nutrition. She helps individuals improve their health and quality of life through personalized nutrition and lifestyle strategies.
What if conferences and business events actually helped people feel healthier, more energized, and more connected? In this episode of StarrCast, Lisa Starr sits down with Reina Herschdorfer, Director of Marketing for Caesars Entertainment, and David T. Stephens, Founder of Olympian Meetings, who both serve as Co-Chairs of the Global Wellness Institute Meetings and Events Initiative. Together they explore the growing movement toward wellness-centered meetings and events. Recorded live at the HSMAI quarterly meeting in Las Vegas, this conversation examines how the hospitality and meetings industry can move beyond packed schedules and transactional networking to create experiences that support human connection, nervous system regulation, engagement, and long-term wellbeing. The discussion explores how wellness is becoming an essential part of event design, workplace culture, hospitality strategy, and attendee experience across the global meetings industry. What You'll Learn Why traditional conferences often leave attendees mentally and physically exhausted How simple wellness practices like breathwork can improve focus, retention, and authentic connection Why event design should support human nervous systems instead of nonstop productivity The role wellness plays in attendee engagement, workplace wellbeing, and conference ROI How Caesars Entertainment is integrating wellness into large-scale meetings and hospitality experiences Why the future of conferences may include wellness metrics alongside sustainability and CSR reporting How wellness-first event strategy can strengthen networking, learning outcomes, and attendee satisfaction Episode Highlights 03:38 – Why the meetings industry needs a wellness initiative 05:02 – "We don't design events for nervous systems" 06:27 – How five minutes of breathwork transformed attendee engagement 10:17 – Interactive wellness activations and experiential event design 14:52 – Does incorporating wellness into conferences cost more? 20:26 – How Caesars Entertainment launched its Wellness for Meetings strategy 23:33 – The vision behind the new Meetings and Events Wellness Initiative 28:55 – Why wellness in events may become part of the global wellness economy 31:21 – The growing importance of NA beverages and healthier hospitality offerings 40:38 – David T. Stephens on "Return on Wellness" and measuring event impact Meet the Guest Reina Herschdorfer is Director of Marketing for Caesars Entertainment and a leader in advancing wellness-focused meeting experiences across the hospitality industry. She has spent more than two decades in meetings, hospitality, and event strategy and helped launch Caesars Entertainment's Wellness for Meetings initiative. David T. Stephens is a Wellness Architect, Founder of Olympian Meetings, and host of the Return on Wellness podcast. He specializes in designing wellness-first meetings and events that improve attendee engagement, learning retention, and human performance outcomes. Tools, Frameworks, or Strategies Mentioned Wellness-first event design Breathwork integration for conferences Experiential wellness activations Nervous system-aware meeting planning Wellness hospitality strategy Return on Wellness framework Wellness meeting guides and wellness menus Healthy food and beverage programming CSR and purpose-driven event experiences Closing Insight As wellness continues to influence hospitality, workplace culture, and human performance, the meetings industry has an opportunity to rethink how conferences are designed from the ground up. Small shifts in programming, food, movement, connection, and intentional pauses can dramatically change how attendees feel, learn, and engage long after an event ends. Subscribe to StarrCast for more conversations exploring the future of wellness, hospitality, leadership, and human-centered business strategy. Looking for expert advice in Spa Consulting, with live training and online learning? Spa Consulting Live Training Online Learning Other Links: Connect with Reina Connect with David Follow Lisa on LinkedIn Listen or Watch StarrCast Podcast on Your Preferred Platform or YouTube Join us on Facebook Join us on Instagram
Dans ce nouvel épisode du podcast On The Way, Jessica Mercuriali, co-fondatrice de Pawa Energy, revient sur son parcours et partage sa vision d'une énergie événementielle plus propre. Saviez-vous qu'aujourd'hui en France, plus de 90 % des événements temporaires fonctionnent encore grâce à des groupes électrogènes thermiques ?Après quinze ans dans le marketing et le business, dont dix chez Microsoft entre la France et Seattle, Jessica décide fin 2023 de tout quitter. En 2024, elle fonde Pawa Energy avec son frère, ancien chef opérateur. Leur idée est de proposer une alternative en location : des batteries éco-responsables, zéro émission, zéro bruit, zéro odeur. Une solution pensée pour remplacer les groupes électrogènes classiques sur les événements éphémères. Le produit phare, la Pawa Battery, délivre 36 kW de puissance et 100 kWh d'énergie dans un format compact sur palette. Et surtout avec un impact carbone jusqu'à 80 fois inférieur à celui d'un groupe électrogène équivalent. La batterie repose sur une technologie LFP (lithium, fer, phosphate), sans nickel ni cobalt, fabriquée en France avec deux partenaires industriels : Olenergie à Bagnolet et Mute Energy à Tourcoing. Ce dernier donne même une seconde vie à des batteries de véhicules électriques pour concevoir la Pawa Mini, un format plus compact. Dans cet épisode, Jessica revient sur les premiers clients venus de l'événementiel, sportif (semi-marathon de Boulogne, festivals, food trucks), les freins culturels rencontrés sur le terrain, et l'absence de « green premium ». En effet, aujourd'hui, passer à une alternative plus propre ne coûte pas plus cher qu'un groupe électrogène classique. Et ça, ça change tout.
A recent online article in the Council on Business & Society Insights, co-authored by our guest today, argued that...For much of the twentieth century, corporate governance was guided by a simple principal: maximise shareholder value, and broader social benefits will follow. But in an era defined by sustainability, ESG expectations, and growing demands for accountability, that assumption is increasingly being questioned.Corporations shape far more than markets. They influence employment, communities, and the environment in ways that extend well beyond balance sheets. As these impacts become more visible, the question of corporate purpose is no longer theoretical – it is central to how businesses create long-term value and legitimacy in societyThat is all well and good in theory, but what does that mean in practical terms for organisations and their leaders?To explore this further I am delighted to be joined by Professor Tanusree Jain.About our guest…Tanusree Jain is Professor at Copenhagen Business School. She is an expert on corporate governance and how and through what mechanisms it affects responsible and irresponsible firm behaviors including CSR, ESG, stakeholder management and mismanagement. Tanusree's research has received awards and nominations from reputed international associations and academic journals and she has advised various for-profit and non-profit organizations, entrepreneurs, and social enterprises as well as being a regular commentator in the media.The article discussed in the interview is available here: https://cobsinsights.org/2026/03/24/social-welfare-rethinking-corporate-governance/Further information about Tanusree and her research is available here:https://www.cbs.dk/en/research/departments/department-management-society-and-communication/tanusree-jainhttps://scholar.google.com/citations?user=jZg8WfsAAAAJ&hl=en Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Send us Fan MailCulture is the make-or-break factor for maintenance programs, and if your team isn't excited to offer your membership, the offer won't move no matter how good the pricing looks. I'm riding solo to talk through how to build team buy-in for maintenance clubs and any new initiative you're launching, especially in home services like HVAC, plumbing, and pest control where great technicians aren't always natural promoters. The goal isn't to turn people into pushy sales reps, it's to give them the tools to explain real value with confidence. We unpack why maintenance memberships matter beyond predictable recurring revenue: they improve customer retention, increase lifetime value, reduce seasonality, and help you become the homeowner's trusted go-to. I share practical ways to tighten up your maintenance program structure and branding, make the benefits easy to say out loud, and connect the program to personal wins for your team like consistent hours, job security, and more opportunity in homes where trust is already built. Then we get tactical: where your maintenance plan should show up (website, invoices, social media, CSR scripts), how to use simple numbers and projections to set clear goals, and why role playing is the fastest way to build confident language for real customer objections. We also talk incentives and recognition, plus small “pep rally” moves that bring energy back to the shop without blowing your budget. If you want your maintenance club to grow, it starts with leadership, standards, and culture. Subscribe, share this with an owner who needs it, and leave a review with the one buy-in challenge you're trying to solve.If you enjoyed this chat From the Yellow Chair, consider joining our newsletter, "Let's Sip Some Lemonade," where you can receive exclusive interviews, our bank of helpful downloadables, and updates on upcoming content.Please consider following and drop a review below if you enjoyed this episode. Be sure to check out our social media pages on Facebook and Instagram.From the Yellow Chair is powered by Lemon Seed, a marketing strategy and branding company for the trades. Lemon Seed specializes in rebrands, creating unique, comprehensive, organized marketing plans, social media, and graphic design. Learn more at www.LemonSeedMarketing.comInterested in being a guest on our show? Fill out this form!We'll see you next time, Lemon Heads!
In today’s episode, Nathan Stuck sits down with his former professor, Dr. Sundar Bharadwaj, the Coca-Cola Chair of Marketing at UGA, to unpack how social impact can become a firm's most significant competitive advantage. Sundar shares his journey from working with Amul, an Indian dairy cooperative that revolutionized farmer cash flow, to researching how modern multinationals leverage purpose to disrupt stagnant categories. Nathan and Sundar dive deep into the "Marketing-Finance Interface," discussing why marketing metrics often fail to reach the C-suite and how to reframe impact as a demand driver rather than a cost center. Sundar provides a framework for leaders to move beyond performative CSR and instead bake impact into the very core of their products. RESOURCES RELATED TO THIS EPISODE Learn more about Sundar’s work via his Terry College of Business Profile https://www.terry.uga.edu/directory/sundar-bharadwaj/ Order Sundar's book: Good Growth: How Brands Win with Social Impact https://www.amazon.com/Good-Growth-Brands-Social-Impact-ebook/dp/B0D2M3CRFZ Connect with Sundar on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sundarbharadwajmarketingprof CREDITS Theme Music
You've seen the Chase Sapphire Reserve everywhere — but is it actually worth the hype? In this episode, Megan breaks down everything you need to know about the CSR: the real value of its credits and why this card is still a cornerstone of a smart points portfolio. Spoiler: the $795 annual fee isn't as scary as it looks once you run the numbers — and Chase says there's over $2,700 in annual value packed in.What We Cover:What makes the Chase Sapphire Reserve different from other travel cardsThe annual fee breakdown — and how most people recoup it without even tryingThe $300 travel credit: what counts, what doesn't, and how to use it strategicallyThe $500 Edit credit for hotel stays Airport lounge access: Chase Sapphire Lounges + 1,600+ Priority Pass locationsWho this card is and isn't right forResources:Benefits Tracker: https://pointstooparadise.com/form-2514Grab the Card: https://my.travelfreely.com/card?id=91&ref=piwJoin the Academy: Travel Points Academy | Points Too Paradise
Unlocking kidney health In this episode of Live Foreverish, Dr. Mike and Dr. Crystal sit down with Lauren Levy, a registered dietitian and expert in renal nutrition, to discuss how to slow the progression of chronic kidney disease through diet and lifestyle. Lauren explains the silent nature of kidney disease, breaking down essential kidney health markers. She shares practical nutrition strategies for every stage of kidney disease, including “rightsizing” protein. #LELEARN #EDULFsocial Guest Bio: Lauren Budd Levy, MS, RDN, CSR, is a registered dietitian and Certified Specialist in Renal Nutrition who leads her private practice, Happy Health Nutrition. She helps individuals improve their health and quality of life through personalized nutrition and lifestyle strategies.
In this episode of the That's Just Good Podcast, we sit down with Misaki Collins, corporate social responsibility and external relations leader for the Dallas Mavericks, to explore how professional sports organizations can become powerful drivers of community impact. Misaki leads nonprofit partnerships, community initiatives, and grantmaking efforts through the Mavs Foundation, helping align business strategy with social good across North Texas. In this conversation, we discuss corporate social responsibility in sports, nonprofit partnerships, community engagement, philanthropy, and how teams can use their platforms to create meaningful change beyond the game. Before joining the sports world, Misaki worked on the Kamala Harris presidential campaign and focused on economic mobility through nonprofit leadership in Dallas. That background shaped her unique perspective on advocacy, equity, and relationship-driven impact. We also dive into: • The role of CSR in professional sports • How athletes and organizations influence communities • Building authentic partnerships with nonprofits • Why storytelling matters in social impact • Creating long-term community investment strategies If you're interested in sports philanthropy, corporate social responsibility, nonprofit leadership, or using influence to create impact, this episode is packed with insight.
367: Activate Good - Leading with Fearlessness and Purpose (Marjorie Maas)Episode SummaryNonprofit leaders carry the weight of the next grant, the next major gift, the next board meeting - and that constant worry doesn't make the work more productive, it just makes it heavier. In Episode #367, Patton talks with Marjorie Maas, CEO of Share Good, based in Omaha, NE, about what it actually looks like to lead with fearlessness when stakes are high and resources are tight. Marjorie leads a national technology and community-building nonprofit that helps cities position generosity in one place - now active in nine markets from Charlotte to Detroit to Omaha and beyond - and she shares the mindset shifts that have shaped both her organization's growth and her own “patchwork quilt” career path. She unpacks the difference between scarcity thinking and an abundance mindset rooted in logical thinking rather than blind faith, why emerging leaders shouldn't talk themselves out of their passion, and why governance fluency is something professionals should be building early — not waiting for an executive seat to learn. Listeners will walk away with a practical framework for leading through uncertainty, language for coaching the next generation of nonprofit professionals, and a clearer sense of how to keep moving forward when fear shows up.About MarjorieMarjorie Maas is the CEO of Share Good, a national technology and community-building nonprofit that connects passion to action in hyperlocal communities by giving nonprofits a shared megaphone to tell donors and volunteers what they need. She leads the growth and expansion of Share Good's national footprint and supports the SHARE Family of community partners across the country. Before joining Share Good in December 2022, Marjorie launched and directed SHARE Omaha, building a platform that promotes more than 700 nonprofits across the Greater Omaha and Council Bluffs metro, and earlier created and implemented the corporate social responsibility strategy for Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska, redesigning their corporate giving and volunteerism programs. Her 20-plus-year career spans arts marketing, statewide grantmaking, and CSR — a winding path she calls a “patchwork quilt” and credits as the very thing that prepared her for the work she does now.ResourcesConnect with Marjorie on LinkedInLearn more about Share Good at ShareGoodUSA.org — visit the About Us page for community case studies and video testimonialsConcept referenced: Ikigai — the Japanese framework for the overlap of mission, vocation, profession, and passionBook recommendation: The Dip by Seth Godin — a quick, essential read on knowing when to push through a setback and when to walk awayAlso mentioned: Mindset by Carol Dweck (Patton's reference on growth vs. fixed mindset)Follow Your Path to Nonprofit Leadership — and please leave a review!Learn more about the leadership resources at Armstrong McGuire — ArmstrongMcGuire.com
"We have seen a transformation between the public sector and the private sector in terms of their relationship. We've seen enormous change in this country." - Guy Battle, CEO of Social Value Portal The U.K. Social Value Act of 2012 requires all public sector buyers to ask suppliers how much their business will contribute to the community if they win the work up for bidding. It has not just become a differentiator among supplier proposals, it has shifted how the government is awarding its contracts. Contributions to social value are now being included in the award process alongside cost and quality. Guy Battle is the CEO of the Social Value Portal, and the author of a recent article published in the Journal of Public Procurement: "Social value as a lever for achieving value for money and community outcomes in procurement." He describes social value as a business's answer to the question: How do you contribute to our environment, support the local community, and bolster the local economy? In this episode of the Art of Supply podcast, Guy discusses social value with Kelly Barner in the context of: The longer term corporate social responsibility (CSR) and environmental, social, and governance (ESG) movement Current regulations, and how they started a shift that has moved beyond compliance What has been required to allow social value to build momentum and achieve scale How public sector policy can drive change across the private sector supply base Links: Guy Battle on LinkedIn JoPP Article: Social value as a lever for achieving value for money and community outcomes in procurement Kelly Barner on LinkedIn Art of Supply LinkedIn newsletter Art of Supply on AOP Subscribe to the Art of Procurement Newsletter
BACK 2 BACK FINALS presented by Fabulous Flooring a Division of Discount Flooring Centre With the game 7 on Tuesday, we decided to go LIVE Wednesday night to recap the semi-final and get you ready for the QMJHL FINALS. News & Notes from around the League (Presented by Speedy Auto Service Moncton) - As we start the finals, we can't forget the QMJHL draft is next month in Halifax, so good time to chat draft as the CSR rankings are out. We give our thoughts on the other series in the Semi-Final. Boucher's Playoff 3 Stars of Game 7's in Wildcats History (Presented by Hub City Driving School). Weekly Rewind (presented by Alphas Appliance Solutions) What a finish to the series with the Armada in 7 games of very skilled hockey. Now our attention flips to the Gilles Courteau Trophy Finals as we take on the Sags. Team were seperated by 1 point to end the season, so much skill, it's gonna be a war and likely a long series. Eric Murray Reality Stick Tap of the Week Rosemary Lynns Massage & Spa Wildcast Wildcat of the Week ENJOY!! Follow Wildcast Podcast across all social media platforms: Facebook: / wildcastpodcast Instagram: / wildcastpodcast Twitter/X: / monctonwildcast TikTok: / wildcastpodcast Our Podcast is brought to you by our wonderful sponsors: Discount Flooring Services: www.discountflooringcentre.ca Waterworks Pools & Spas: www.waterworkspools.com Alpha's Appliance Solutions: www.appliancesolutions.ca Eric Murray - Greater Moncton Realtor Facebook : www.facebook.com/ericmurrayrealtor Rosemary Lynn's Massage & Spa Facebook Page: / www.facebook.com/RLmassage1/ Speedy Auto Service Moncton: www.speedy.com/en-ca/shop/moncton/ HubCity Driving School : https://www.hubcitydrivingschool.com/
Cinematic Sound Radio - Soundtracks, Film, TV and Video Game Music
Welcome to the first-ever FREE edition of the SIX DEGREES OF SCORES. This is a new sub-genre show that connects one score to the next through composers, genres, actors, directors, and music styles. Episode one premiered on Patreon last month and was named by CSR patron Angela Rabatin. On this third episode, we begin with music from 1995's MORTAL KOMBAT. The show continues with selections from Graeme Revell, Marc Shaiman, Bruce Broughton, Basil Poledouris, Christopher Young and Kevin Kiner. Enjoy! —— Special thanks to our Patreon supporters: David Ballantyne, Joe Wiles, Maxime, William Welch, Alan Rogers, Dave Williams, Max Hamulyák, Jeffrey Graebner, Don Mase, Victor Field, Jochen Stolz, Eric Skroch, Alexander Schiebel, Alphonse Brown, John Link, Matt Berretta, Eldaly Morningstar, Jim Wilson, Chris Malone, Steve Karpicz, Deniz Çağlar, Brent Osterberg, Jérôme Flick, Alex Brouns, Randall Derchan, Angela Rabatin, Larry Reese, Rudy Amaya, Stacy Livitsanis, Carl Wonders, Lee Wileman, Nathan Blumenfeld, Daniel Herrin, Scott Bordelon, James Alexander, Ian Clark, Andy Gray, Joel Nichols, Steve Daniel, Corey O'Brien, John Leggett, Mim Williams, Grace Hamilton, Rob Kemp, Simon Parker, Harry Fiddlesticks, Jonas Wilstrup, Alexandre Richardson, Amy Stewart, Jack Zhu, Cole Losey, Bam Bam, Reed Waller, Paolo Grassini. —— Cinematic Sound Radio is fully licensed to play music by SOCAN. Support us on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/cinematicsoundradio Check out our NEW Cinematic Sound Radio TeePublic Store! https://www.teepublic.com/stores/cinematic-sound-radio Cinematic Sound Radio Web: http://www.cinematicsound.net Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/cinsoundradio Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/cinematicsound Cinematic Sound Radio Fanfare and Theme by David Coscina https://soundcloud.com/user-970634922 Bumper voice artist: Tim Burden http://www.timburden.com
'What are your best hopes from this conversation?' That's how we start Solution Focused Conversations (SFBT). Recently a client said that they wanted to decentre love, from just romantic love for a possible romantic partner. Instead they wanted to create the capacity to feel able to love this intensely across all of their assemblages: a rhizomatic love. This case study maps their preferred future, if you were able to feel intense love across all of your assemblages, what will you start to notice? How will you know? How will people respond? Your kid, your co-parent, your mum, your friend? How will you respond to that? What will you be pleased to notice? What differences will it start to make? What difference will that make? What else? Then (from a second session) we go backwards and I asked them to remember moments recently when they were pleased to notice the very first signs of this rhizomatic love happening. At a tube station, going to a friend's house, a spring in their step, smiles, hugs lasting longer. How feeling this rhizomatic love has created an extra capacity for more love, more care, more warmth, and increased capacity to act. It's a bit of a special one this as it's the first time I've given this much detail about a client conversation, as you would expect, the client has given me their permission to do this. I think it really gets to the heart of what is at stake of the CSR project, and how this molecular, rhizomatic love reveals a very important micropolitics. However we organise our intimate lives (monogamy, relationship anarchy, etc) there is a lot to learn from this wonderful client and it feels a real privilege to be able to share. If you would like a Solution Focused Conversation, find out more here https://justinhancock.co.uk/#coaching You can ask a question for the show here https://forms.gle/vX9hW1zXVPpTLFkZ9
How can organizations confront their histories of harm before being forced to reckon with them? In this episode, Kate O'Neill is joined by Sarah Federman as they explore the crucial difference between deferred and acknowledged harm, and what real accountability can look like—especially amid today’s AI boom. Topics covered: Reckoning work vs. apologies, CSR, and ESG Corporate accountability for historical harm Inaction versus action in organizational ethics Power asymmetry in AI data center expansion Community impact and responsible leadership The pattern of corporate reckoning across eras Acceleration of accountability in the digital age Building an ethical frame within organizations First moves toward genuine corporate reckoning Maintaining hope while working in harm and accountability Connect with Sarah FedermanWebsiteLinkedInInstagramSarah’s new book: Corporate Reckoning: How Businesses Can Address Historical Wrongs Episode Chapters: 00:04 Introduction and Host Welcome00:35 Guest Introduction: Sarah Federman01:47 Defining Reckoning Work03:00 The Interval Between Harm and Reckoning04:15 The Personal Connection to Reckoning05:27 Deferred Harm and Corporate Inaction06:57 Action, Inaction, and Neutrality08:20 AI Data Centers, Power Asymmetry, and Community Impact10:45 Protest, Creativity, and Avoiding Lazy Solutions12:18 Patterns of Reckoning Across Industries13:03 Ethical Acceleration and Real-Time Accountability15:13 Emergent Accountability Mechanisms16:05 Practical Steps for Responsible Tech Leadership18:22 Institutional Change vs. Performing Change21:11 History, Hope, and The Long Arc of Accountability22:54 Book Details and Where to Connect23:59 Closing and Credits
High maintenance turf often requires a high disturbance and high stress environment. Grime's CSR theory says there are "no viable strategies" for plants in such an environment. I discuss the implications of this.Blog post discussed is https://www.asianturfgrass.com/post/competition-stress-disturbance/Read more about all kinds of turfgrass topics at https://www.asianturfgrass.com/Find a suite of decision-making tools at https://www.paceturf.org/Get free ATC newsletters at https://www.asianturfgrass.com/newsletter/ Find out more about soil tests with ATC at https://www.asianturfgrass.com/project/soil-tests/
Send us Fan MailPPC has a reputation in home services: expensive, unpredictable, and somehow always blamed when the phones aren't turning into booked work. We sit down with Brett Hansen from WebFX to make pay-per-click advertising practical for contractors who want revenue, not vanity metrics. We talk about PPC the way it really works, as a Google Ads auction, and why the same budget can either buy you booked jobs or burn cash depending on setup, targeting, and what happens after the call comes in.We dig into the biggest reasons PPC for contractors fails: underfunding, bailing out too early, and judging success by clicks and impressions instead of conversions. Brett lays out the L.O.S.S. timeline (Learning, Optimization, Sweet Spot) and why you should expect a real ramp before ROI shows up. Then we get blunt about the operational side: if your booking rate is low, you don't have a lead problem, you have a call handling problem. Lead speed, CSR training, and listening to recordings can move your results faster than swapping ad copy.From there, we get tactical on the foundations that improve ROAS: sending traffic to the right landing page (not the homepage), setting campaigns to optimize for conversions, cleaning up search terms, and using call tracking plus CRM attribution in tools like ServiceTitan or Housecall Pro so you can tie spend to real revenue. We also compare Google Local Services Ads (LSA) vs PPC, why layering them works, and what a realistic monthly budget looks like in small markets versus competitive metros.If you want a clearer view of what's working, what's not, and what to fix next, listen through and take notes. Subscribe, share this with a contractor friend, and leave a review so more people can stop buying clicks and start buying booked jobs.If you enjoyed this chat From the Yellow Chair, consider joining our newsletter, "Let's Sip Some Lemonade," where you can receive exclusive interviews, our bank of helpful downloadables, and updates on upcoming content.Please consider following and drop a review below if you enjoyed this episode. Be sure to check out our social media pages on Facebook and Instagram.From the Yellow Chair is powered by Lemon Seed, a marketing strategy and branding company for the trades. Lemon Seed specializes in rebrands, creating unique, comprehensive, organized marketing plans, social media, and graphic design. Learn more at www.LemonSeedMarketing.comInterested in being a guest on our show? Fill out this form!We'll see you next time, Lemon Heads!
Yo Quiero Dinero: A Personal Finance Podcast For the Modern Latina
What does it actually take to step into your power? In this episode, I'm sitting down with Alexis Meruelo — second-generation Cuban-American business leader, founder of the Business of Her conference, and author of the brand new book Getting You Ready for Power — to talk about the real, messy, beautiful process of finding your purpose and owning it unapologetically. We're getting into her family's entrepreneurial roots, why she spent six months with a career coach just to answer one question, the concept of "business karma," and why more women need to stop self-rejecting before they even ask. This one is packed, mi gente. Let's get into it.WE GET INTO:00:00 — Introduction00:26 — Alexis's background and family entrepreneurial roots02:01 — La Pizza Loca, Sahara Las Vegas, and the Cuban immigrant hustle04:02 — Pain, rejection, and hitting a wall in her 20s05:00 — Hiring her first career coach and betting on herself07:25 — Redefining success without the ring or the kids10:03 — How to deal with your Latino family's opinions12:03 — Living in alignment and the new generation of young women13:41 — The mentorship gap and why we self-reject before we even ask19:21 — Business karma explained22:25 — Her role at the Meruelo Group and CSR work24:32 — Career reinvention: nothing is ever wasted27:37 — Launching the Business of Her conference32:05 — Getting You Ready for Power — the book and the three-phase framework34:52 — Final message: you are ready, do it scaredKEY TAKEAWAYS:The best investment you'll ever make is in yourself. Alexis hired her first career coach at her lowest point and it changed everything.Define success on your own terms. The ring, the kids, the "right" career path — none of it matters if it's not your vision.Your Latino family will have opinions. Let them talk, then go do your thing anyway.We reject ourselves before anyone else gets the chance. Don't say no for a potential mentor — let them say it. Most women never ask, and that's why most women never have one.Business karma is real. Lift other women, support other businesses, and it always comes back. The crabs-in-a-barrel mentality only keeps you small.Nothing is ever wasted. Every year in the wrong job still made you better. You can pivot at any age, any stage.Life goes in phases. Your purpose doesn't have to be your paycheck right now — and "not yet" is not the same as never.Believe in yourself. Build your team. Rise to lead. That's the three-phase framework — and it starts with doing the inner work first.You are already ready. Do it scared, and do it in baby steps.CONNECT WITH ALEXIS:Alexis' Website Business of Her Website Alexis on Instagram Business of Her on Instagram TAKE THE NEXT STEP:Yo Quiero Dinero Private MembershipRead my book, Financially Lit!Leave me a voicemailThis episode of Yo Quiero Dinero was produced by Heart Centered Podcasting. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
We're living in the loneliest moment in modern history. And at the same time, people have never been hungrier for hope, for joy, for meaningful connection. Your volunteers are at the center of that tension. And if you're not treating people power as a strategy, you're leaving your mission's most powerful asset on the table.Recorded live at the We Are For Good Summit, this conversation brings together four extraordinary leaders: Susan McPherson, founder and CEO of McPherson Strategies and author of The Lost Art of Connecting; Nicole Stewart, Executive Director of Boston CASA; Nicole R. Smith, Executive Director of ALIVE, the National Professional Association for Leaders in Volunteer Engagement; and Sara Lomelin, CEO of Philanthropy Together.In this episode, you'll hear:What ALIVE's data shows about organizations that treat volunteers as strategy vs. afterthought: 80% more volunteers, 60% higher engagement, and donors who are twice as likely to giveBoston CASA's three non-negotiables for scaling a volunteer program without burning people out: exceptional training, strong supervision, and a mission-anchored cultureHow to operationalize people power right now: from launching a giving circle to giving volunteers a role, not a receiptWhy skills-based volunteering is surging even as companies go quiet on CSR, and what that means for nonprofitsPeople are looking for hope. They're looking for joy. They're looking for meaningful connections. You are the one they've been waiting for.
In this episode of On The Way, Laure Babin, founder of the Zèta brand, looks back on her career and shares her vision of more responsible fashion. The fashion industry is the second most polluting industry in the world, right behind oil. Yet every year, millions of pairs of shoes are manufactured from petroleum-derived synthetics, plastics, and animal leather. What if the answer was already hiding in our waste? That's the bet Laure Babin chose to take in 2020 when she launched Zèta, a sneaker brand made entirely from recycled materials: grape marc sourced from Italian wineries, corn, coffee grounds developed in partnership with Nespresso, and olive waste transformed in Turkey. Each material more innovative than the last for a carbon footprint two and a half times lower than a traditional sneaker. In this episode, Laure shares how a gradual awakening, shaped by internships in Cambodia, the Netherlands, and Peru, convinced her it was possible to build a fashion brand that is both desirable AND responsible. She also tells us how, with zero marketing budget, a crowdfunding campaign launched in the middle of COVID turned into a phenomenon 2,700 pre-orders in three weeks and why style must always come before the “eco-friendly” label. An inspiring conversation about material innovation, Portuguese craftsmanship, and conscious consumption without the guilt.
How do you turn complex regulatory data into something customers can actually use, trust, and act on? Recording live from Qlik Connect, I sat down with Robin Astle, Head of Qlik Analytics at Reconomy Group, to explore how data is becoming far more than an internal reporting tool. In Robin's world, it has become a product in its own right, helping some of the world's largest retailers manage compliance, reduce costs, and make smarter sustainability decisions. Robin works across Valpak, a business at the center of environmental compliance and packaging regulation, supporting over 100 enterprise customers across the UK, Europe, and the US. From packaging taxes and recycling targets to government submissions and sustainability reporting, the amount of data involved is enormous, and the stakes are high. In our conversation, Robin shares how the Valpak Insight Platform evolved from manual SQL extracts and spreadsheets into a fully scaled cloud-based analytics platform ingesting millions of rows of data every day. We discuss how that transformation helped reduce onboarding from weeks to days, created up to 90% time savings on CSR and analytics requests, and helped customers reduce compliance costs by up to 15%. We also explore the launch of PackChat, which uses natural language queries to help customers interact with compliance and packaging data without needing deep technical knowledge. Robin explains why context is everything when dealing with environmental regulations, and why building trust in the data model is essential before AI can deliver real value. There is also a bigger conversation here around how businesses can use data to serve customers directly, not just support internal teams. From OEM partnerships and cloud automation to scaling AI-powered services across global markets, Robin shares what it takes to turn data into a revenue-generating service. So as more organizations look to unlock value from the information they already hold, are we still thinking too narrowly about what data can do? And could your greatest untapped product actually be the data sitting inside your business today? Join me for a fascinating conversation from Qlik Connect, and let me know your thoughts. Are you still using data for reporting, or are you starting to think about it as a product?
Season 5, Episode 15: Understanding the 10 Buying Consumers in Pest Control SalesIn this episode of The Pest Control Marketing Domination Podcast, Casey Lewis breaks down an important sales and marketing lesson for pest control companies: not all consumers buy the same way, and they should not all be sold the same way.This episode explores the classic ATT training concepts of DICEN and FARPS, which identify the 10 major buying consumer types you are likely to encounter. On one side are consumers generally looking for any pest control company, including the Dissatisfied, Infrequent, Competitive, Emergency, and Newcomer buyer. On the other side are those more likely looking for your company specifically, including the Former customer, Advertising influenced, Repeat customer, Passer by, and Solicited buyer.Casey explains how each of these consumer types interacts with a pest control company differently, what motivates them, how they should be handled by your office and sales team, and why it is a mistake to prejudge which leads are best or worst. Some buyers may appear weak on the surface but become outstanding long-term customers, while others that seem easy may still require the right support to close.The episode also introduces RASCIL — Reliability, Authorized products and services, Special services, Completeness of service, Illustrations and slogan, and Locations served — as a framework for understanding what consumers are actually looking for when they compare pest control companies online.This is a strong educational episode for pest control owners, managers, CSR teams, and salespeople who want to improve lead handling, better understand buyer intent, and increase close rates by matching the right communication style to the right customer.For help with pest control marketing, websites, SEO, Google Ads, Local Service Ads, CRM automation, and lead generation, visit www.rhinopestcontrolmarketing.com or email casey@rhinopros.com.Please review us on Rhino Pest Control Marketing and let us know how we can improve in 2026.Casey Lewiscasey@rhinopros.com (925) 464-8383Follow and subscribe at the following links:https://www.youtube.com/@RhinoPestControlMarketinghttps://www.facebook.com/rhinopestcontrolmarketingLeave us a review on Google:https://g.page/r/CT9-E84ypVI0EBM/review
Send us Fan MailMarketing vendors love acronyms because they sound precise, but they can also hide the only question that matters: did this effort create profitable revenue? Recording from an airport, I break down the alphabet soup in plain English so contractors can read marketing reports with confidence and push back when numbers do not connect to real jobs.We start with ROAS (return on ad spend) and why I prefer looking at it across your full marketing mix, not as isolated channel “wins.” Then we dig into KPIs that actually move the needle in HVAC marketing, plumbing marketing, and home service growth: CPL (cost per lead), conversion rate, calls booked, and revenue generated. I also talk about the operational side of performance, because a weak booking rate at the CSR desk can make any marketing campaign look expensive.From there we hit the big platforms and levers: PPC (pay-per-click) as the fast but costly faucet, Google Business Profile optimization as a local game-changer, and LTV (customer lifetime value) as the mindset shift that turns retention and maintenance plans into your best “marketing.” We also cover CTR (click-through rate) benchmarks without comparing apples to oranges, plus SEO and why search engine optimization still matters even as AI starts changing how customers find help.If you want clearer attribution, better questions for your agency, and marketing metrics that tie back to booked calls and profit, hit play. Subscribe, share this with a contractor friend, and leave a review with the acronym you want me to translate next.If you enjoyed this chat From the Yellow Chair, consider joining our newsletter, "Let's Sip Some Lemonade," where you can receive exclusive interviews, our bank of helpful downloadables, and updates on upcoming content.Please consider following and drop a review below if you enjoyed this episode. Be sure to check out our social media pages on Facebook and Instagram.From the Yellow Chair is powered by Lemon Seed, a marketing strategy and branding company for the trades. Lemon Seed specializes in rebrands, creating unique, comprehensive, organized marketing plans, social media, and graphic design. Learn more at www.LemonSeedMarketing.comInterested in being a guest on our show? Fill out this form!We'll see you next time, Lemon Heads!
Leaders from Blackbaud and Veracross join the panel to discuss the complexities of AI governance and student data privacy . The conversation covers essential steps for establishing AI policies, understanding international regulations like GDPR and NIST, and the shift toward agentic AI. Gain practical insights on vetting vendors and securing your digital perimeter.Blackbaud, cloud software provider serving nonprofits, educational institutions, healthcare organizations, and CSR entities in the areas of fundraising, financial management, and education administration.Veracross, cloud-based student information system (SIS) and school management platform designed specifically for private and independent K-12 schools, connecting academics, admissions, accounting, development, and student health.Data Harmony: Integrating Systems, Empowering Schools, previous episode of TTWA featuring Blackbaud and VeracrossNIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF)NIST AI Risk Management Framework (RMF)General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)Coquito, traditional Christmas drink that originated in Puerto Rico
In this thought-provoking episode of TALRadio, we dive deep into the evolving role of leadership in driving sustainability and impact at scale with Mr. Sanjay Jalali.He shares his personal journey into sustainability, including the pivotal moments that transformed it from a business consideration into a core philosophy. We explore how leaders today navigate the complex balance between business outcomes and long-term impact, especially when decisions affect large systems and communities.The conversation goes further into what truly differentiates leaders who create measurable impact from those who remain at the level of intent. Through real-world insights, we uncover what meaningful CSR looks like beyond surface-level initiatives and where organizations are still falling short in their ESG approach.We also touch upon the unique mindset behind building and scaling NGOs, and why stepping back can sometimes be part of creating larger change.This episode is for leaders, professionals, and changemakers who want to move beyond conversation and start creating impact that truly lasts.Host: Anu KrishnaGuest: Sanjay JalaliSound: Mahesh R.Producer: Archita Puranik
Look closely - Farmers Market SEEfood There is no such thing as an “average person.” Reflections and Call to Action Words to Live By PAGE Break – In-house and in the field Lead. Learn. Change. the book Music for Lead. Learn. Change. is Sweet Adrenaline by Delicate BeatsPodcast cover art is a view from Brunnkogel (mountaintop) over the mountains of the Salzkammergut in Austria, courtesy of photographer Simon Berger, published on www.unsplash.com.Professional Association of Georgia EducatorsDavid's LinkedIn pageLead. Learn. Change. the bookInstagram - lead.learn.change
What happens when corporate citizenship is no longer a “nice to have,” but a business imperative under scrutiny? And how can associations help members prove value when the environment turns uncertain?In this episode of Associations Thrive, host Joanna Pineda interviews Andrea Wood, President and CEO of the Association of Corporate Citizenship Professionals (ACCP). Andrea discusses:How ACCP serves professionals responsible for corporate social responsibility (CSR), social impact (CSI), and ESG efforts, acting as liaisons between businesses and communities.The critical importance of making the business case, linking CSR to employee recruitment, retention, morale, reputation, and financial performance.How younger workforce expectations are accelerating demand for meaningful corporate community engagement.Why the most effective CSR strategies embrace a shared value approach, simultaneously benefiting the business and the community.How ACCP supports members with practical, ready-to-use toolkits and resources so small teams don't have to “start from scratch.”ACCP's evolving engagement strategy: virtual summits, sold-out in-person conferences, regional meetups, and targeted programming for career stages.How ACCP is helping members navigate political and economic scrutiny by doubling down on data, research, and clear communication of impact.The role of associations as extensions of staff for under-resourced members who need insights, benchmarking, and peer support.Andrea's leadership approach: listening deeply, staying informed on external trends, and rapidly adapting programming to meet the moment. References:ACCP WebsiteMaking The Case
Dans ce nouvel épisode du podcast On The Way, Laure Babin, fondatrice de la marque Zèta, revient sur son parcours et partage sa vision d'une mode plus responsable.L'industrie de la mode est la deuxième industrie la plus polluante au monde, juste après celle du pétrole. Pourtant, chaque année, des millions de paires de chaussures sont fabriquées à partir de matières synthétiques dérivées du pétrole, de plastiques et de cuir animal.Et si la solution se trouvait dans nos déchets ? C'est le pari que Laure Babin a choisi de relever en 2020 en lançant Zèta, une marque de baskets fabriquées intégralement à partir de matières recyclées : marc de raisin issu de la production viticole italienne, maïs, café développé en collaboration avec Nespresso, ou encore résidus d'olive transformés en Turquie. Autant de matières innovantes pour une empreinte carbone deux fois et demie inférieure à celle d'une basket traditionnelle.Dans cet épisode, Laure nous raconte comment une prise de conscience progressive, nourrie de stages au Cambodge, aux Pays-Bas et au Pérou, l'a convaincue qu'il était possible de créer une marque de mode désirable et responsable.Elle nous explique aussi comment, sans aucun budget marketing, une campagne de crowdfunding lancée en plein COVID s'est transformée en phénomène avec 2 700 précommandes en trois semaines et pourquoi le style doit toujours passer avant l'étiquette “écolo”.Une conversation inspirante sur l'innovation matière, l'artisanat et la consommation consciente, sans culpabilité.
On this episode of the Insurance Coffee House, Nick Hoadley is joined by Beth Boucher, an experienced independent director with a portfolio spanning Hiscox, Coforge, and Specialty Insurance. Beth brings over 30 years of experience across technology, insurance, and business transformation, with a career built around using technology to drive operational change and growth.Beth shares how she transitioned from a full-time executive career into a portfolio of board roles, advisory work, and fractional CIO positions. She explains why that shift happened after COVID, how she approached building a board career intentionally, and what she learned early on about the difference between operating roles and governance.The conversation explores how to secure a first board role, including the importance of signalling your transition clearly to your network and recruiters, repositioning your profile, and being deliberate about the type of roles you pursue. Beth also shares her experience of board certification, why she chose to do it before securing her first role, and how it helped her understand the responsibilities and expectations of a non-executive director.Nick and Beth discuss the realities of board work, including onboarding into complex organisations, managing large volumes of board material, and building an understanding of areas outside your core expertise. Beth explains how directors can stay effective by committing to continuous learning, understanding their blind spots, and using the resources available within the board and management team.The episode also explores board dynamics and culture, with Beth emphasising the importance of fit, trust, and open challenge in the boardroom. She highlights why board appointments are always a two-way decision, and how interpersonal dynamics can be just as important as technical expertise.Beyond governance, the conversation looks at corporate social responsibility (CSR) and the role boards play in shaping meaningful impact. Beth shares examples of initiatives focused on education, community access, and environmental programmes, and explains how these efforts support employee engagement, brand reputation, and long-term value creation.The discussion closes with a practical look at cyber risk and technology oversight. Beth outlines the key questions boards should be asking around cybersecurity, including risk appetite, asset protection, resilience planning, and incident response. She also highlights the growing importance of AI and why all board members need a baseline understanding of both cyber and emerging technologies.This episode provides a clear view of how modern board careers are built, how governance expectations are evolving, and what boards need to focus on as technology and risk continue to change.Connect with Beth Boucher on LinkedIn to follow her work across insurance, technology, governance, and board leadership.The Insurance Coffee House Podcast is brought to you by Insurance Search.We are a global Insurance Executive Search Consultancy, supporting Insurance and Insurtech businesses to attract and retain the very best insurance talent.Find out more about showcasing your employer brand as a guest on the Insurance Coffee House Podcast or sign up to our News and Insights.Or follow us on LinkedIn, Twitter or Instagram.Insurance Executive Search Consultants in USA, London and Bermuda.Copyright Insurance Search 2025 - All Rights Reserved.
It's a jam-packed April Fools' edition of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?. Hosts Malcolm and The Dude (Michael Vincent) dive into a wild mix of industry news, ranging from massive drug busts and illegal reptile smuggling to significant shifts in U.S. shipbuilding and the global oil market.Featured Guests:Daniel Powell – CEO, Optimal DynamicsDaniel joins the show to discuss the “bleeding edge” of Decision Automation. He explains the concept of “Decision Native” AI agents—systems that don't just follow simple prompts but understand a carrier's specific business goals to negotiate loads, manage contracts, and automate up to 80% of CSR workflows.Marina Ivanov – CEO & Co-founder, Apex Transit SolutionsA “self-made” industry leader and advocate, Marina discusses her successful fight against predatory towing in North Carolina. She provides a sobering look at why reputable carriers are facing bankruptcy, citing a multifaceted crisis of reduced rates, fraudulent “fake log” competitors, and the hidden costs of “messy middle” operations. Watch on YouTube Visit our sponsor - TRUCKSTOP Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts #WHATTHETRUCK #FreightNews #supplychain Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It's a jam-packed April Fools' edition of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?. Hosts Malcolm and The Dude (Michael Vincent) dive into a wild mix of industry news, ranging from massive drug busts and illegal reptile smuggling to significant shifts in U.S. shipbuilding and the global oil market.Featured Guests:Daniel Powell – CEO, Optimal DynamicsDaniel joins the show to discuss the “bleeding edge” of Decision Automation. He explains the concept of “Decision Native” AI agents—systems that don't just follow simple prompts but understand a carrier's specific business goals to negotiate loads, manage contracts, and automate up to 80% of CSR workflows.Marina Ivanov – CEO & Co-founder, Apex Transit SolutionsA “self-made” industry leader and advocate, Marina discusses her successful fight against predatory towing in North Carolina. She provides a sobering look at why reputable carriers are facing bankruptcy, citing a multifaceted crisis of reduced rates, fraudulent “fake log” competitors, and the hidden costs of “messy middle” operations. Watch on YouTube Visit our sponsor - TRUCKSTOP Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts #WHATTHETRUCK #FreightNews #supplychain Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you have chronic kidney disease, you've probably been told to cut out potassium, avoid phosphorus-rich foods, and brace for dialysis. But what if most of that advice is outdated and the foods you've been avoiding are actually the ones that could protect your kidneys?In this episode, you'll hear from Jen Hernandez RDN, CSR, LDN, who makes the case that the most powerful thing people with CKD can do isn't eliminate more foods, but stop fearing the ones that were never the problem to begin with.Connect with Destiny: Instagram / Facebook______________________________
Host Polly Swingle is joined by team members of the Concentrated Stroke Rehab Program (CSR) to talk about the evolution and effectiveness of the program over the last few years.Elise Thompson, MSOT, OTRL, is an occupational therapist that graduated from Grand Valley State University with a Master's of Occupational Therapy. Soon after graduating, Elise started with TRP and has been here for a year and a half. She has taken part in both the PMP and CSR program in the Livonia clinic. She is passionate about helping individuals with neurological conditions return to what they love doing most.Dr. Kayla Diebold, PT, DPT, CSRS is a Lead Physical Therapist and the Site Coordinator of Clinical Education at The Recovery Project. She has specialized in the treatment of neurological diseases and disorders since 2017 with special interest in Parkinson's Disease, Stroke, and Vestibular disorders. She is a Certified Stroke Rehab Specialist and heads the medical programming group for stroke at The Recovery Project. Kayla also has certifications in PWR! and Rock Steady Boxing for the management of Parkinson's Disease. She is a guest lecturer in the Physical Therapist Assistant program at Macomb Community College and frequently presents on topics involving physical therapy management of neurological diseases and disorders across the continuum of care.Learn more about The Recovery Project!View our website at www.therecoveryproject.netCall us 855-877-1944 to become a patientFollow us on InstagramLike us on FacebookThanks for listening!
On the 3 Techies Banter podcast, founders Karantaj Singh and Shaayak Chatterjee of Breathe ESG discuss how their sustainability software emerged from consulting and on-ground CSR work where ESG data was fragmented across departments, spreadsheets, and even paper registers. They explain there was no single “aha” moment - more perseverance and ambition to build an India-based solution that helps large companies become more sustainable - while narrowing focus from an early “Breathe Impact” idea to ESG management and later “Zero” for Scope 3 and net zero. They outline how they convince skeptical leaders by highlighting reputation, operational efficiency, and financial incentives like sustainability-linked loans, and address misconceptions that ESG is a small subfunction or only for manufacturers. The episode covers solving data ingestion via integrations, OCR/LLMs, mobile workflows, and handling multiple global regulations with overlapping metrics, plus a quick rapid-fire round. Chapters: 00:00 Highlights of the Episode 05:25 Podcast Intro And Origins 06:08 Consulting Pain Points 10:37 Early Product Focus 14:13 Selling ESG Benefits 20:45 Common ESG Misconceptions 25:06 Who Needs ESG Most 29:06 Solving The Data Problem 34:18 Customer Example Coworking Bills 37:01 Granular Data Matters 37:27 AI Footprint Tradeoffs 40:24 Regulation Alphabet Soup 44:49 Data First Reporting 46:03 Supplier Scoring Workflow 47:53 Fighting Greenwashing 52:20 Smarter Disclosures 55:05 Proof of ESG Impact 58:15 Finance Incentives 01:00:12 Hidden Emissions Leaks 01:02:50 Rapid Fire 01:09:35 Closing Thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
My guest this week is Charlie Syme — a marketing strategist, founder of Pigface Marketing, and chair of the Common Ground Project, working at the intersection of marketing, creativity, and social impact. Charlie's work is grounded in a simple but powerful idea: marketing should be a force for good. Through Pigface Marketing, they partner with purpose-driven organisations, B Corps, and social enterprises to help them connect with the right audiences through authentic storytelling and clear strategy. Charlie is also deeply involved in the Common Ground Project — a regenerative farming social enterprise that grows, cooks, and shares food while creating pathways into hospitality for migrant women and building connection within the community. In this episode of Humans of Purpose, we explore what marketing looks like when it's driven by purpose rather than growth for growth's sake. Charlie challenges the idea of perpetual growth and instead advocates for finding your audience, building relationships, and using storytelling as a genuine tool for connection. We also discuss: why authenticity and conviction are essential in a content-saturated world how leaders can build trust and cut through by standing for something specific why CEOs should prioritise their personal profile and thought leadership and how the concept of stakeholder primacy — central to the B Corp movement — is reshaping the role of business in society. This is a thoughtful and practical conversation about how organisations can move beyond traditional CSR models and build deeper, more meaningful connections with the communities they serve.
Welcome to episode 241 of Sports Management Podcast. Today's guest is Andrew Wisniewski, Partner and Head of Activation at 17 Sport, the world's purpose-first sports marketing agency. We explore how purpose is moving beyond CSR and becoming a commercial necessity in sport. In this episode, we spoke about: Why purpose is now a commercial risk factor in sport The untapped $5B Paralympic market How Adidas and Nike approach impact differently The future of women's sport and LA28 legacy Time Stamps: 00:00 Intro 00:04 What "Purpose-First" Really Means 01:40 Athlete Representation & Investment in Sport 03:00 Avoiding Greenwashing & Sportswashing 04:31 The $5B Paralympic Opportunity 07:09 LA28 & Olympic Legacy Strategy 08:21 The $2.3T Sports Economy Risk 10:11 Why Reach Metrics Are Losing Power 12:35 Brand Trust & the Patagonia Effect 14:25 Designing Systemic Change in Sport 18:54 The Rapid Rise of Women's Sport 21:20 The Future of Purpose-Led Partnerships 24:00 AI & Technology in Sport 26:23 Andrew's Career Journey 31:45 US vs Europe Sports Marketing Differences 34:00 Outro SPONSOR: Listeners of the Sports Management Podcast get an exclusive 20% off on SportsPro+ with the code SMPOD20. All you need to do is head to sportspro.com/membership and start exploring today. Follow Sports Management Podcast on social media Instagram Twitter LinkedIn YouTube www.sportsmanagementpodcast.com
Host Polly Swingle is joined by members of The Chronic Pain Management Program of Michigan treatment team as they share about who is appropriate for this program, what the program entails, and the science behind this programs success. Click the link here to visit our website and learn more!Mary Wingett, PT, DPT is a doctor of physical therapy at The Recovery Project- Livonia. She is passionate in treating patients with chronic pain and has been a leader in the development of the Chronic Pain Management Program of Michigan. She developed her skills with tying in physical function with neurological disorders at the Lansing Recovery Project where she was a treating therapist for FMD in the LIFE program, restoring individuals with functional movement disorders to healthy movement patterns. Outside of work, Mary is busy running marathons, hiking, and spending time with her friends and family.Elise Thompson, MSOT, OTRL, is an occupational therapist that graduated from Grand Valley State University with a Master's of Occupational Therapy. Soon after graduating, Elise started with TRP and has been here for a year and a half. She has taken part in both the PMP and CSR program in the Livonia clinic. She is passionate about helping individuals with neurological conditions return to what they love doing most.Dr. Jarhed Peña is a psychotherapist in private practice specializing in the treatment of autonomic nervous system–related conditions, including chronic pain and functional neurological disorder (FND). His work focuses on helping patients understand and regulate the physiological patterns underlying their symptoms, with the goal of reducing distress and improving daily functioning. Dr. Peña previously worked as a rehabilitation counselor for the State of Idaho, where he supported individuals with disabilities in achieving meaningful employment and community integration. This experience informs his holistic, function-oriented approach to care. In his current clinical practice in Michigan, Dr. Peña integrates Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) and somatic-based approaches. He helps patients build interoceptive awareness, reduce reactivity to bodily sensations, and develop practical skills to influence nervous system regulation. His approach emphasizes both education and experiential learning to support sustainable symptom improvement. In addition to his clinical work, Dr. Peña provides supervision to colleagues delivering psychotherapy for FND and collaborates with a local clinic to support coordinated, multidisciplinary care. Together, they work to improve access to effective, evidence-informed treatment for patients with complex neurological and pain-related conditions.Learn more about The Recovery Project!View our website at www.therecoveryproject.netCall us 855-877-1944 to become a patientFollow us on InstagramLike us on FacebookThanks for listening!
Empowering Professionals and Corporate Culture Through Nonprofit Board Service: Insights from Whitley RichardsIn a recent episode of The Thoughtful Entrepreneur Podcast, host Josh Elledge sat down with Whitley Richards, the CEO of Cause Strategy Partners, to explore the high-impact intersection of corporate talent and social good. Their conversation highlights how nonprofit board service is no longer just an act of charity; it is a strategic vehicle for leadership development and corporate social responsibility (CSR). Whitley explains how her organization bridges the gap between major corporations and the nonprofit sector, ensuring that professionals from companies like Google and JPMorgan Chase are not only placed on boards but are equipped with the governance training necessary to drive real systemic change.The Strategic Triple Win: Professionals, Companies, and CommunitiesFacilitating nonprofit board service creates a powerful synergy that addresses the most pressing pain points for modern business leaders: employee disengagement and the "skills gap." When a company encourages its rising talent to serve on a board, it is essentially outsourcing high-level leadership training to the real world. In the boardroom, professionals must navigate complex challenges such as financial oversight, strategic planning, and consensus-building among diverse stakeholders—all of which are "power skills" that translate directly back to their corporate roles. This hands-on experience often proves more effective than traditional classroom-style leadership retreats, as it places the individual in a position of high-stakes accountability for a cause they genuinely care about.From a corporate perspective, supporting board service is a robust retention tool that satisfies the modern worker's hunger for purpose. Employees who feel their personal values align with their professional environment are significantly more likely to remain loyal and engaged. Furthermore, these placements act as a force multiplier for a company's corporate citizenship. Instead of merely writing a check, a corporation is lending its intellectual capital to the community, building deeper, more authentic ties with local organizations. This proactive approach to corporate citizenship bolsters brand reputation and establishes the company as a pillar of the community, which is increasingly vital in a consumer landscape that rewards social transparency and impact.For the nonprofits involved, the influx of corporate expertise provides a level of professionalization and strategic rigor that can be difficult to acquire otherwise. Cause Strategy Partners uses a technology-driven approach to ensure these matches are based on more than just proximity; they are based on a deep alignment of skills and passion. This ensures that the professional isn't just a figurehead but a high-value contributor who can help the nonprofit navigate resource allocation and organizational direction. By shifting the narrative from "volunteering" to "strategic board service," Whitley and her team are redefining how we think about social impact, creating a sustainable model where every participant walks away with measurable growth and a renewed sense of mission.About Whitley RichardsWhitley Richards is the CEO of Cause Strategy Partners and a recognized leader in the social impact space. With an MPA from NYU Wagner, she has dedicated her career to the belief that the private sector holds the keys to solving many of the world's most difficult social challenges. She oversees the strategic direction of the firm, focusing on expanding the reach of their board placement and governance training programs to empower the next generation of social-impact leaders.About Cause Strategy PartnersCause Strategy Partners is a social enterprise that helps individuals and corporations achieve their greatest social impact. Through their flagship BoardLead program and a suite of governance resources, they match talented professionals with nonprofit board opportunities. By providing rigorous training and technology-powered matching, the firm ensures that nonprofit boards are diverse, skilled, and prepared to lead their organizations toward long-term success.Links Mentioned in This EpisodeCause Strategy Partners Official WebsiteWhitley Richards on LinkedInKey Episode HighlightsThe "Triple Win" Framework: How board service simultaneously benefits the professional, the corporation, and the nonprofit partner.Governance as Leadership Training: Why the boardroom is the ultimate environment for developing emotional intelligence and strategic thinking.Bridging the Purpose Gap: Strategies for companies to retain top talent by facilitating meaningful social engagement.Technology in Placements: The role of data-driven matching in ensuring that board service is high-impact rather than just high-intent.The "My Cause Finder" Tool: A practical resource for individuals to identify where their skills meet the world's needs.ConclusionThe conversation with Whitley Richards underscores that nonprofit board service is a transformative opportunity for professional and organizational growth. 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30+ premium credit cards—including the Amex Platinum and Chase Sapphire Reserve—without paying a single dollar in annual fees? Spencer Reese breaks down exactly how active duty service members, Guard/Reserve on orders, and military spouses can access over $10,000 in annual fee waivers through the Military Lending Act (MLA) and SCRA. Recorded on Veterans Day, this episode is packed with tactical strategies for building wealth while traveling the world in luxury. Summary Spencer Reese joins Ross from Itinerary Boss for a comprehensive breakdown of military credit card benefits. Spencer explains the Military Lending Act (MLA) and Servicemembers Civil Relief Act (SCRA), revealing how active duty members and military spouses can access premium cards like the $895 Amex Platinum with zero annual fees. The conversation covers optimal credit card sequencing, what happens when you transition from active duty to veteran status, how to leverage OCONUS assignments for incredible award travel, hotel status strategies, and Spencer's personal redemption stories including luxury stays in Dubai and business class flights around the world. Spencer also addresses common misconceptions about credit cards, shares tracking tools and automation tips, and explains why most military families are "stepping over dollars to pick up pennies" by not taking advantage of these benefits. Key Topics & Questions Covered Understanding Military Credit Card Benefits The Legal Foundation Eligible Cards & Annual Fee Savings Multiple Cards Strategy Credit Card Sequencing Strategy Building Your Foundation Optimal Application Order Why Order Matters Maximizing Credit Card Benefits Annual Recurring Credits Per Card Stacking Strategy Example International Usage Transitioning from Active Duty to Veteran What Happens to Your Cards Chase Timeline American Express Timeline Downgrade Strategy Travel Redemption Strategies OCONUS Assignment Advantages Spencer's Success Stories Hotel Status Strategy Common Mistakes & Misconceptions Biggest Mistakes Military Families Make Stopping at one card - Missing thousands in benefits Opening Amex Platinum first - Should start with Chase Using wrong card for purchases - Groceries on Platinum instead of Gold Fear of credit cards - Dave Ramsey's influence Not checking MLA database first - Missing automatic waivers Buying too much car - #1 financial mistake Spencer sees Ignoring hotel status cards - Missing upgrade opportunities Dave Ramsey Debate Credit Score Myths Tools & Automation Tracking Apps & Software Card Pointers - Credit optimization MaxRewards - Best card for each purchase Travel Freely - Track card opening dates, 5/24 status Use Your Credits - Find Resy restaurants with e-gift cards Spreadsheet method - Spencer's preferred approach Automation Tips Batching Strategy Hotel & Airline Status Hotel Status Cards Why Hotel Status Matters Hyatt Globalist Priority Resources & Links Mentioned Military Benefits Resources MLA Database - Check your Military Lending Act eligibility SCRA (Servicemembers Civil Relief Act) DOD MWR Libby App - Free ebook/audiobook access to Spencer's book Credit Card Tools Card Pointers - Credit card optimization app MaxRewards - Best card selector Travel Freely - Card tracking for 5/24 status Use Your Credits - Find Resy restaurants with e-gift cards United Travel Bank - Trigger airline credits Key Tactical Takeaways Immediate Actions (This Week) Verify MLA eligibility at mla.dmdc.osd.mil (print PDF for records) Check credit score - Need 720+ for premium cards Open Chase Freedom or Freedom Unlimited if no Chase relationship Set up automatic payments on all existing cards Calculate current annual fee savings if already have cards Short Term (This Month) Apply for Chase Sapphire Reserve or Preferred (check welcome bonuses) Open Amex Green → Start the Amex family progression Verify military status on existing accounts Set up recurring digital entertainment credits Create spreadsheet to track cards and credits Medium Term (This Quarter) Add Amex Gold after 90 days from Green Apply for hotel status cards (Hilton Aspire, Marriott Brilliant) Set quarterly reminders for Resy credits Purchase United Travel Bank in January for airline credits Book TDY/deployment hotels to build status Long Term (This Year) Add Amex Platinum after Amex Gold established Upgrade Freedom to CSR after 12 months (if desired) Build toward hotel Globalist status with Hyatt Plan OCONUS travel using points from home airport Prepare transition strategy if separating Spencer and Jamie offer one-on-one Military Money Mentor sessions. Get your personal military money and personal finance questions answered in a confidential coaching call. militarymoneymanual.com/mentor Over 20,000 military servicemembers and military spouses have graduated from the 100% free course available at militarymoneymanual.com/umc3 In the Ultimate Military Credit Cards Course, you can learn how to apply for the most premium credit cards and get special military protections, such as waived annual fees, on elite cards like The Platinum Card® from American Express and the Chase Sapphire Reserve® Card. https://militarymoneymanual.com/amex-platinum-military/ https://militarymoneymanual.com/chase-sapphire-reserve-military/ Learn how active duty military, military spouses, and Guard and Reserves on 30+ day active orders can get your annual fees waived on premium credit cards in the Ultimate Military Credit Cards Course at militarymoneymanual.com/umc3 If you want to maximize your military paycheck, check out Spencer's 5 star rated book The Military Money Manual: A Practical Guide to Financial Freedom on Amazon or at shop.militarymoneymanual.com. Want to be confident with your TSP investing? Check out the Confident TSP Investing course at militarymoneymanual.com/tsp to learn all about the Thrift Savings Plan and strategies for growing your wealth while in the military. Use promo code "podcast24" for $50 off. Plus, for every course sold, we'll donate one course to an E-4 or below- for FREE! If you have a question you would like us to answer on the podcast, please reach out on instagram.com/militarymoneymanual.
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