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In this Season Finale episode, Hilliard and guest co-host, comedy writer Myles Warden sat down for a super fun, 2-hour episode with CO-EXECUTIVE PRODUCER STACEY EVANS MORGAN!We talk about Stacey's amazing journey from assistant to co-ep, challenges as a writer, investing in yourself, opening doors for yourself, saying yes to opportunities, producing outside of scripted TV, speaking gigs, being the sexy writer in Hollywood, traditional staffing season, having an entrepreneurial spirit, working and developing series' with her brother showrunner Bentley Kyle Evans, the If Come Deal and how it works, the importance of emerging writers writing Spec Scripts and so much more!In case you don't know, entertainment industry veteran, Stacey Evans Morgan is a television writer and producer with credits on the Disney Channel/Disney Plus show “Saturdays” and she has also written and produced on scripted series such as, “The Parkers”, “Love That Girl”, “Family Time”, “In the Cut and Partners in Rhyme starring MC Lyte and written for shows “One on One”, “Jamie Foxx Show”, Tyler Perry's House of Payne and the DreamWorks Animation series “Madagascar: A Little Wild.” In addition to scripted series, Stacey has written for live television productions such as the NAACP Image awards and The Gracies.Stacey wrote and directed the short film “21 Days of April” and she is a published poet, essayist and author of her first novel which was adapted from an original screenplay already and later optioned for a film in 2023. A firm believer in “Paying it forward by giving back” Stacey has taught master classes in TV Writing at Delaware State University, Howard University and she has served as an Adjunct Lecturer at Chapman University's Dodge College of Film and Television as well as her own online workshop series. Stacey has an original TV project currently in development under an “If-Come” deal and continues to liveby her mantra: Write the Vision!This is a don't miss episode y'all!Subscribe, like, follow, share & 5-star review!EMAIL:ScreenwritersRantRoom@gmail.comWWW.SCREENWRITERSRANTROOM.COMFor information, Merch (T-SHIRTS/HOODIES), and all things Rant Room!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@Hilliard Guess on all social media@Hilliardguess.bsky.socialIG: @ScreenwritersRantRoomGuests:@staceyevansmorgan@reallymightyWE ARE NOW OPEN TO SPONSORSHIPS AND BRANDING OPPORTUNITIES⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: Screenwritersrantroom@gmail.comWe invest countless hours per week to deliver the actionable content that goes into this podcast. We appreciate your support!Our Motto: “Keep it GAME all day!"

This conversation explores the profound impact of recent immigration policy changes on teachers and students, focusing on the emotional and practical challenges faced in educational settings. Panelists discuss the anxiety and fear stemming from the potential presence of immigration agents in schools, the importance of clear communication and support systems, and strategies for creating safe spaces for students. The discussion highlights the importance of collaboration among educators, community organizations, and school leadership in effectively navigating these challenges. Follow on Twitter @Jenschwanke @drjenschwanke.bsky.social | @jehan_hakim | @msdarasavage @ExcelLYNNCE | @kbustosdiaz | @jonHarper70bd | @bamradionetwork Jehan Hakim is a mother and Houston-based educational consultant with over a decade of experience in empowering educators and organizational leaders through culturally responsive pedagogy and professional development. Jen Schwanke, Ed.D., has been an educator for almost three decades, teaching or leading at all levels. She is the author of four books published by ASCD, including The Principal's Guide to Conflict Management, and has published hundreds of articles in various education publications. In addition to providing professional development to districts in the areas of school climate, personnel, and instructional leadership, Schwanke presents at conferences for ASCD, NAESP, NASSP, AASA, and various state and local education organizations. She is the co-host of the popular “Principal Matters” podcast and an instructor in educational administration at The Ohio State University and Miami University of Ohio. Dr. Schwanke currently serves as a Deputy Superintendent in Ohio.– Kenya Bustos Diaz is a freshman ENL Teacher From Veracruz, Mexico, DACA recipient. Social Justice Mentor for Future Teachers of Color at Butler University Bachelor's Degree in Secondary Education from Butler University. Dara Laws Savage is a 26-year educator from the great state of Delaware. She has served on numerous local, regional, and state committees, and has been Teacher of the Year in two different districts. She is an Emeritus national faculty member of PBLWorks, and is presently the English 9 teacher and Instructional Coach at the Early College High School at Delaware State University while working on her doctorate. Dara is a proud Board of Education member for the Seaford School District (alumna) and she is the owner of Savage Educational Consulting. Tom Rademacher has spent the last two decades devoted to students and education. He's the author of 50 Strategies for Learning without Screens, It Won't Be Easy, Raising Ollie, and the forthcoming chapter book series Bucket and Friends. Tom was named Minnesota's 2014 Teacher of the Year, and before teaching mostly wrote bad poetry and talked about Kurt Cobain. He lives too close to the Mall of America in Minnesota with his wife, son, and absolute chonk of a dog.

lOn this episode of the Black in Sports Podcast, we're spotlighting one of the rising leaders in Coaching. Changing the culture: coach Brandon Blackmon Defensive Coordinator at Delaware State University is excited for the challenge. The Hornets Football program, now serving under newly appointed Head Coach Deshawn Jackson "Coach Jac", Coach is helping usher in a new era for the #DSUHornets, focused on culture, commitment, and competitive excellence.

Dr. Eric Kmiec is Director of the Gene Editing Institute of the Helen F. Graham Cancer and Research Institute at Christiana Care Health System. He also holds faculty appointments at the University of Delaware and the Wistar Institute. Eric and his colleagues are working to develop new ways to treat cancer by destroying the genes that cause cancer cells to be resistant to typical therapies like chemotherapy, radiation, or immunotherapy. Throughout his life, Eric has enjoyed sports. He particularly likes playing baseball and hockey, and he still plays baseball competitively in a league in Philadelphia. Eric also spends much of his time doing landscaping and yard work. He Received his B.A. in Microbiology from Rutgers University, his M.S. in Cell Biology and Biochemistry from Southern Illinois University, and his Ph.D. in Molecular Biology and Biochemistry from the University of Florida School of Medicine. He conducted postdoctoral research at the University of Rochester before joining the faculty at the University of California, Davis in 1987. Since then, he has served on the faculty of Thomas Jefferson University, the University of Delaware, and Delaware State University. In addition, Eric founded, consulted for, and served as Vice President of Kimeragen, Inc., he was Chief Scientific Advisor for the Genomics Division of Tapestry Pharmaceuticals, was an Eminent Scholar and Director of the Marshall University Institute for Interdisciplinary Research, and also served as Co-Founder, Chief Scientific Officer, and a Board Member of OrphageniX. Eric has received numerous awards and honors over the course of his career, including receipt of the 2012 Proudford Foundation Unsung Hero Award in Sickle Cell Disease, designation as an Honorary Commander of the 436th Air Wing at Dover Air Force Base in 2013 and 2014, and also induction into the Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville Alumni Hall of Fame in 2012. Further, Eric and the team at the Gene Editing Institute were recently awarded the inaugural Life Sciences and Bio Innovation Award from the Philadelphia-Israeli Chamber of Commerce. In our interview, Eric shared his experiences in life and science.

What happens when art pushes the boundaries of form, creating something that feels both familiar and otherworldly?That's the idea behind the ‘Strange Flesh & Other Fantasies' exhibit at the Dover Art League featuring the work of Delaware State University assistant professor Josh Nobiling. Through intricate drawings and prints, Nobiling crafts what he calls “strange flesh” and “nothing things” – abstract, textured pieces that shift between the organic and the surreal.In this edition of Arts Playlist, Delaware Public Media's Martin Matheny is joined by Nobiling for a closer look at ‘Strange Flesh & Other Fantasies.'

Please checkout this live mentoring conversation with the up and coming generation of private aviation culinary professionals including one who is also pursuing a professional pilot career. Join Executive Chef Young Park, the founder of First Chime and I as we discuss in detail the rewarding opportunities of catering meals for private jet passengers.You'll meet Kailyn Williams, a recent graduate of DuVal High School's Aerospace Engineering and Aviation Technology program who is currently pursuing a degree in aviation at Delaware State University with a concentration in professional pilot training, and Christian Gray, who is currently in his first year at Frederick Community College studying business with plans to transfer to a four-year, then eventually study business law, and is currently employed by First Chime a Prep Cook.Chef Young Park offers a grass roots perspective on often an overlooked aspect of private aviation, sharing her story of transitioning from being a corporate flight attendant to becoming a renown executive chef. She attributes much of First Chime's Michelin Star level of service to her culinary partnership, inspiration, and guidance from Michelin-starred Chef Pangaud.As a way of giving back, Chef Park visits and speaks to high school and college students who have a passion for cooking and suggests they explore applying that passion to private aviation catering. To solidify their involvement she created an internship program and offers a Yong-Sung Park Scholarship annually.This show is also available on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.All Things Aviation & Aerospace is an aviation career-oriented podcast and webcast available wherever you get your podcasts as well as YouTube, Facebook, and Linkedin. Its primary objective is to provide insight on the plethora of opportunities and possibilities in the commercial and private aviation as well as aerospace. Its executive producer, host and moderator, Vince Mickens, is a long time private pilot who flies regularly for personal and business. Navy Veteran Mickens' background includes executive roles for the last couple of decades with the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA), the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA), and the Bob Hoover Legacy Foundation. He also had all a 28-year broadcast journalism career that included working in 7 major television and radio markets nationwide.All Things Aviation & Aerospace is also available on my Private Air Media YouTube Channel, Facebook Page, and Linkedin.https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnAgvYp8gF4w8WSRdU7Dn4whttps://www.facebook.com/privateairmediagrouphttps://www.linkedin.com/in/vincentmickens-privateairmediagroup-allthingsaviationandaerospace/

Sam & Greg on Friday morning rolls into the second hour and the guys give some local updates and talk about the breaking story of Desean Jackson headed to Delaware State University. Terrell Thomas from These Urban Times joins the show to talk all NBA stories and Greg gives some job advice in the Casting Call

Piper speaks with Alex Arute-Kacheris, the new Head Coach of the Wesleyan College Equestrian Program. Amy Phillips, Director of Riding, talks about her riding program at Oldfields School in Maryland. Lastly, Kamerra Brown talks about her new role as the Head Equestrian Coach at South Dakota State University. Brought to you by Taylor, Harris Insurance Services.Host: Piper Klemm, publisher of The Plaid HorseGuest: Alex Arute-Kacheris is the new head coach of the Wesleyan College Equestrian Program. With extensive experience as a competitor and coach, including national accolades in hunter, jumper, and equitation events—and as a former captain of the University of South Carolina's Division I Equestrian Team—Coach Alex brings expertise and a vision for growth. She is dedicated to building a strong, supportive team culture and elevating Wesleyan's presence in collegiate equestrian competition. She is passionate about creating a supportive environment for riders and horses alike, aiming to elevate Wesleyan's competitive edge. Guest: Amy Phillips is the Director of Riding at Oldfields School, a position she's held for the last 13 years of her 21-year tenure at the school. Two years ago, Amy and a colleague at Oldfields (a boarding school in Maryland for girls in grades 8-12) created an Equine Science Concentration for high school students—one of the first of its kind in the country. This two- to three-year program provides Oldfields students with a skill set for summer jobs or internships, and a solid pathway into the equine science or pre-veterinary majors in college.Guest: Kamerra Brown started riding at the age of five and has been riding ever since. Kamerra attended Delaware State University, where she was the first African American student to receive a full Equestrian Scholarship. Since then, she has coached and taught at Delaware State University, Bridgewater College in Weyers Cave, Virginia, and William Woods University in Fulton, Missouri. Kamerra recently accepted the job of Head Equestrian Coach at South Dakota State University, making her the first African American Division 1 Head Equestrian Coach.Title Sponsor: Taylor, Harris Insurance ServicesSubscribe To: The Plaid Horse MagazineSponsors: LAURACEA, Great American Insurance Group, Purina Animal Nutrition, BoneKare, Show Strides Book Series, Good Boy, Eddie and Geoff Teall on Riding Hunters, Jumpers and Equitation: Develop a Winning Style

College presidents don't work in a bubble and there are a multitude of competing priorities jostling for their time and attention on a daily basis. It can be an overwhelming job, but having a guiding purpose behind every decision a president makes, the teams they form and the long-term strategies they develop can help keep leaders on the right track. How do they know which areas deserve their attention and which should be delegated to talented team members? How do they know they are making the right decisions and doing good by their institution? When should they take risks? In this episode of The Key, Inside Higher Ed's news and analysis podcast, Donde Plowman, the chancellor at UT Knoxville, Harry Williams the former president of Delaware State University and the current president and CEO of the Thurgood Marshall Foundation, and Jonathan Koppel, president of Montclair State University tell an audience at the Student Success US event how they keep their purpose front of mind as they lead their institutions. They share their experiences of making tough decisions, championing student success to stakeholders, lobbying for greater funding from legislators and striking out on paths unknown with new partners. Hosted by Sara Custer, editor in chief of Inside Higher Ed. This episode is sponsored by the Gates Foundation.   Follow us on  Apple Podcasts   Google Podcasts    Spotify

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠It's YOUR time to #EdUp In this episode, #997, President Series (Powered By ⁠⁠⁠Ellucian⁠⁠⁠) #322, & brought to YOU by the ⁠⁠MSCHE 2024⁠⁠ conference, & the ⁠⁠InsightsEDU⁠⁠ 2025 conference YOUR guest is ⁠⁠Dr. Tony Allen⁠, President, ⁠Delaware State University⁠ YOUR cohost is ⁠⁠Laura Ipsen⁠⁠, President & CEO, ⁠⁠Ellucian⁠⁠ YOUR host is ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dr. Joe Sallustio How are HBCUs leading innovation in higher education? What role do HBCUs play in building the American middle class? How can technology & AI transform student success? Why is infrastructure investment critical for HBCU preservation? How are institutions addressing student mental health & financial needs? What makes HBCUs the best return on investment in higher education? Listen in to #EdUp Do YOU want to accelerate YOUR professional development? Do YOU want to get exclusive early access to ad-free episodes, extended episodes, bonus episodes, original content, invites to special events, & more? Do YOU want to get all this while helping to sustain EdUp, for only $2.99 a month? Then ⁠subscribe today⁠ to lock in YOUR $2.99/m life long founders rate! This offer ends December 31, 2024! Don't miss out - subscribe before the price jumps to $19.99/month! ⁠⁠⁠⁠BECOME A SUBSCRIBER TODAY!⁠⁠⁠⁠ Thank YOU so much for tuning in. Join us on the next episode for YOUR time to EdUp! Connect with YOUR EdUp Team - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Elvin Freytes⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ & ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dr. Joe Sallustio⁠⁠⁠⁠ ● Join YOUR EdUp community at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The EdUp Experience⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! We make education YOUR business!

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Welcome to today's episode of CITE's Blue Ribbon Project series. I'm beyond thrilled to have Dr. Josephine Yeboah Van-Ess, a true powerhouse in education.On today's episode, we'll be getting into what it truly means to follow your purpose. Join us as Dr. Van-Ess shares her inspiring journey—from her beginnings as an English teacher to her impactful roles as Assistant Principal, Principal, Deputy Superintendent, and now Superintendent overseeing multiple districts.We're also excited to celebrate Dr. Van-Ess' new role in overseeing and building an HBCU College Prep High School in South Queens, NY, in partnership with Delaware State University and Dr. Asya Johnson, the founder and creator of this impeccable initiative. This is a monumental project with immense potential to empower and uplift students in the community. Dr. Van-Ess, we're so honored to have you here today! To kick things off, could you introduce yourself and share what ignited your passion for a career in education?To learn more about our administration SBL/SDL program with Russell Sage College please visit www.citesageadmin.com or email Diane@citeprograms.com and to learn more about our Doctorate program with Russell Sage please visit www.citesage.com or email Jennifer@citeprograms.com for more information.

In this episode, we connect with Kimberly Sewell, a graduate student currently pursuing their Master of Social Work at Delaware State University through their online program. Kimberly discusses how their experiences prior to starting their Masters and during the program shaped what they hope to do in the future.

is the Head Equestrian Coach for the South Dakota State Equestrian program in Brookings, South Dakota. Her equestrian journey began in Woodbridge, Virginia competing on ponies which led her to selecting Delaware State University for their equestrian program. She continued her education at South Dakota State to receive her masters in Sport & Recreational Sciences with an Emphasis in Coaching & Teaching which led her to being hired on as the full time Division I Assistant Equestrian Coach for South Dakota State University. She left to continue opportunities at Bridgewater College in Virginia & William Woods University before returning back to South Daktoka State in 2024.

The 2024 presidential campaign is on track to be the most expensive election cycle in U.S. history, thanks in large part to the influence of political action committees, or PACs; independent groups that raise and spend money to elect and defeat candidates.In Delaware, an increasing number of PACs are both taking part in and significantly impacting the state's political landscape.This week, Delaware Public Media's Kyle McKinnon talks with Samuel Hoff – professor of history and political science at Delaware State University – about the growing role of PACs and out-of-state money in Delaware's politics.

Embark on an inspiring expedition with Anita Jarman, the creator of the Ji Li Project and a passionate Ph.D. student. Our conversation reveals how her global odyssey, from the bustling streets of Beijing as a student journalist to the hallowed halls of Georgetown, has illuminated the essence of cross-cultural experiences in fostering both personal and professional development. Anita's narrative is a celebration of the entrepreneurial spirit she encountered among young Africans in China and a testament to the transformative power of Historically Black Colleges and Universities in shaping leaders who bridge continents and cultures.In this episode, we delve into the heart of student growth with the Ji Li Project's transformative journey. Witness how a simple blogging initiative blossomed into a crucial haven for students navigating academia and the workforce, especially amidst the challenges of a global pandemic. The 1890 Project takes center stage, as we honor the intellect pervading HBCU campuses, drawing inspiration from educational pioneers like Booker T. Washington and George Washington Carver. Anita and I dissect the nuances of guiding students to celebrate their achievements through published works and the profound impact of nurturing the next generation of scholars.As our dialogue takes a deeper turn, we explore the intersections of corporate America, government, and the entrepreneurial landscape within the education sector. I share my own experiences in the trenches of philanthropy, from raising substantial funds to dreaming big with an educational endowment aimed at empowering graduate students. We underscore the importance of community and strategic collective action in bolstering HBCUs and pay homage to the alumni whose significant contributions continue to advance these vital institutions. Join us for this enriching discussion that celebrates the brilliance of HBCU students and the dedication required to ensure their legacies thrive.Support the Show.

#rhaenystargaryen #houseofthedragon #adifferentworld#adifferentworld #blerdseyeview#deadpoolandwolverine #houseofthedragon We're talking to Shayna Jones (@9acrev.i.bes) Shayna Jones has been successfully owning and operating 9 Acres & A V.I.BE an entertainment and media production company. Shayna graduated from Delaware State University in 2013 with her bachelors in Mass Communication. She has now found her niche in content creating: specializing in writing, video editing and graphic designing. She's worked with companies like REVOLT TV & Steve Rotfeld Productions. Plus, we give salute to The Queen Who Never Was, Agatha rears her head and with buddy cop films making a comeback (Bad Boys. Axel Foley, Deadpool and Wolverine) what other comic characters would make a great buddy cop movie or show?#deadpoolandwolverine #blerdseyeview #blerdandpowerful #houseofthedragon #rhaenystargaryen #reaction #trailersInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/blerdseyeviewLinktree: https://linktr.ee/blerdseyeviewTwitch: https://twitch.tv/blerdseyeview1Youtube: https://youtube.com/@BlerdsEyeviewFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/blerdseyeview1X (Formally Twitter): http://twitter.com/BlerdsEyeview1

In this episode, we welcome Tony Allen,  President of Delaware State University, to discuss how HBCUs play a pivotal role in achieving social equity and racial justice.   Support the Podcast Today at:donate@napawash.org or 202-347-3190Music Credits: Sea Breeze by Vlad Gluschenko | https://soundcloud.com/vgl9Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comCreative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported Licensehttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/deed.en_

Get the #GirlDad in your life a perfect gift for Father's Day. Tye The Dreamer is a story about a daddy's girl who has a big heart and bigger dreams. Written by Dr. Stephany Coakley. Purchase your copy here. --- @1QLeadership Question: Can you blend your personality into the responsibilities of your job? Kyle Adams, Deputy Athletics Director at Delaware State, discusses his role in supporting others in the department in addition to focusing on student-athletes. His background as a basketball coach, involvement in the community, and focus on leadership blend together as he executes his daily responsibilities. Considers himself the Chief Energy Officer Providing great experiences to student-athletes Working on a doctorate to have a bigger impact on those around him   While coaching coaches, supporting administrators, and developing student-athletes, Kyle Adams believes that constant improvement is a necessity for those who operate in a leadership role. - One Question Leadership Podcast - Tai M. Brown  

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Today on America in the Morning Trump Trial Gets Underway Opening arguments are slated to begin this morning in the criminal hush money trial against former President Donald Trump, and so is the financial fallout as his legal costs are taking a large bite out of his campaign donations. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports that despite a weekend event canceled over weather, Trump continues to talk about the case from the courtroom.     Fallout Over House Ukraine Vote Over the weekend the House of Representatives passed $95 billion dollars in foreign aid to Ukraine, Israel and the Indo-Pacific region, but it could come at a great political cost for House Speaker Mike Johnson. John Stolnis has more on the bill and the potential political fallout, from Washington.    More Anti-Jewish University Unrest A rabbi associated with Columbia University is telling Jewish students to go home following confrontational pro-Palestinian protests on campus, including one where police made over 100 arrests. Pamela Furr reports that violence against Jewish students is spreading to other universities.      Michigan Birthday Tragedy A suspected drunk driver plowed her car into a building at a boat club in Monroe County, Michigan that killed two young children, injuring more than a dozen other people.    Lawsuits Piling Up More election-related lawsuits are coming into play in a number of key states long before the presidential vote this year. Correspondent Jackie Quinn reports.    It's Earth Day Earth Day has arrived, and as correspondent Julie Walker reports, this year's global theme is planet versus plastic.      What's Expected At Today's Trump Trial A full jury is seated for former President Donald Trump's criminal case in New York City. Correspondent Clayton Neville says openings arguments are slated to begin today (Monday) in a trial expected to last about six weeks.     Greene Demands Speaker Johnson Step Aside While some mostly moderate members of the GOP are praising Mike Johnson, there are very loud calls by more conservative members to unseat the Speaker of the House for working with Democrats and pushing through bills on foreign aid for Ukraine and other allies. As correspondent Jackie Quinn reports, that includes Marjorie Taylor Greene, who now says that Johnson must either resign or be ousted as Speaker.    Latest In The Middle East The leadership of Iran has publicly announced for the first time that their unprecedented attack against Israel using over 300 drones and missiles yielded only minor damage. Correspondent Karen Chammas reports this comes as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, in a video message released to his nation before the Passover holiday begins today, saying due to Hamas stalling the recent hostage negotiations, the Israeli military will accelerate its plans to invade Rafah and bring those captives home.    Delaware Campus Shooting Authorities are investigating the shooting death of an 18-year-old woman on the campus of Delaware State University. Correspondent Julie Walker reports.    Remembering Terry Anderson Terry Anderson, the Associated Press correspondent who became one of America's longest-held hostages after he was snatched from a street in war-torn Lebanon and held for nearly seven years, has died.      Guard Staffing Changes Halted Some Alaska National Guard staffing changes are being placed on hold, at least for the time being. Lisa Dwyer tells us why.    Not Part Of The Tour A tram operated by Universal Studios in Hollywood crashed, leaving 15 people with various injuries, all of which were non-life threatening.     Tech News  Tesla has posted new pricing for its EV's and its self-driving software, amidst a 10% global workforce layoff.  Here's Chuck Palm with today's tech news.   Finally   Tonight starts the observance of Passover, and as correspondent Walter Ratliff reports, it's expected to be much somber this year due to the events in the Middle East.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

AP correspondent Julie Walker reports an 18-year-old dies after being shot at Delaware State University.

About Our Guest: When Paul Jervey was a boy, his grandfather, a pastor, would take him to his financial advisor meetings, and showed Paul how to pay bills, write checks, balance a checkbook, and create budgets. This is where Paul's life-long passion for financial planning and helping people began. For the past 17+ years, Paul has found great satisfaction in providing his clients with solutions and assisting them in achieving their financial goals. As founder and lead Financial Planner of Jervey Genesis Solutions, Paul is dedicated to turning his client's goals into achievable realities through wealth management, financial planning, investment management, business planning, and with a strong emphasis on tax planning. He puts his clients first and enjoys filling the role of financial guide, counselor, and friend. He feels God put him here to help people with their money life.  His purpose is to provide creative financial solutions to motivated people who want to transform their money life or increase their satisfaction with their money through transformational financial advising, course creation, and training the next generation of advisors to reach as many people as possible. Paul attended Delaware State University, where he received a degree in Management and Finances. He has worked for ING Direct, New York Life, Securian Financial Group, and Edward Jones before founding Jervey Genesis Solutions in 2018. He became a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ in March of 2019. Paul's greatest joys are his family and faith. He receives much of his inspiration from his beautiful wife, Nikkita, their three wonderful children, Eriana, Victoria, Isaac and their dog Tyson. He also receives great inspiration from his faith and is a full believer in Jesus Christ. In his free time, Paul enjoys exercising, watching movies, traveling with his family, studying the bible, and developing his business.   Episode Summary: This episode is powered by Move to Millions Live   When you are busy trying to get your business to the next level, it sometimes feels like there's a hidden playbook – a set of clandestine strategies the world's most successful CEOs keep under lock and key. As an aspiring million-dollar CEO, you understand that the journey to the top requires more than just hard work and dedication; it demands access to the guarded wisdom of those who have already scaled and are currently sustaining their million-dollar company. Trust is a currency, and in today's episode of the Move to Millions Podcast, we're breaking the vault wide open. In this episode, I am joined by my brother, Paul, in a candid conversation that uncovers the nuanced relationship between wealth, wisdom, and worship. 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In this episode of the Aspire to Lead podcast, join host Joshua Stamper as he sits down with special guest Dr. Jerod Phillips to explore "Strategies to Build an Effective Leadership Team." Dr. Phillips shares invaluable insights on various aspects of leadership, including building winning teams, fostering personal growth, combating complacency, and the importance of engagement with state affiliations in school leadership organizations. Don't miss this engaging conversation packed with actionable strategies and inspiring ideas for school leaders at all levels.  In this Episode, we also discuss: Exploring ways to prevent stagnation in school leadership. The importance of continuous learning and development for leaders. And his wonderful podcast, “The Squad Builder” About Dr. Jerod Phillips Dr. Jerod Phillips Sr. is the Principal of David E. Robinson Elementary School (DRE) in Magnolia, DE. He arrived at DRE in February 2023 with a zeal to engage the school community with the vision of being great for kids in all aspects of the school. Prior to arriving at DRE, Dr. Phillips was a Principal and Assistant Principal at the elementary level in Middletown, DE. He has 9 years of school leadership experience. He is passionate about developing positive public relations between the district, school, students, parents and the overall community. As a result of Dr. Phillips' journey from teacher to Principal while being connected, he believes that being a connected educator can help take one's career to unprecedented heights. Dr. Phillips was the Delaware National Outstanding Assistant Principal of the Year for 2021. Dr. Phillips has had one publication in NAESP's Principal Magazine: "Being a Bias-Conscious Leader." Principal, May/June 2022: Rewriting the Role, Volume 101, Issue 5, in addition to being a contributor to several monthly sections of the APs Rising section of the same publication. Dr. Phillips is a podcaster in the education sector, starting with three co-hosts of the podcast, Speaking Educationally in January 2020. Since then, he has recently launched his solo podcast, The Squad Builder Podcast. The podcast focuses on shaking things up in education in the realm of building and maintaining highly effective and successful teams in our schools. He has a B.S. in Finance and Banking from Delaware State University, a M.S. in Educational Leadership from Purdue University, and his Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) in Educational Leadership and Management at Capella University. Dr. Phillips is a proud husband and father of 3 (2 daughters and 1 son). He has teamed up with his wife and kids within the past several years to explore the world of entrepreneurship together, and he is very active in his local church. Follow Dr. Jerod Phillips Twitter (X): https://twitter.com/japhillips0722  Instagram: drjaphillips0722 Facebook: Jerod Phillips Linkedin: Dr. Jerod Phillips Sr. – Are you a superfan of the Aspire podcast? Well, now you can show off your support with the new Aspire swag, featuring tee shirts, hoodies and a variety of drinkware. You can find all your Aspire Swag...

I had a great conversation with my friend, Dr. Jerod Phillips. Dr. Jerod Phillips Sr. is the Principal of David E. Robinson Elementary School (DRE) in Magnolia, DE. He arrived at DRE in February 2023 with a zeal to engage the school community with the vision of being great for kids in all aspects of the school. Prior to arriving at DRE, Dr. Phillips was a Principal and Assistant Principal at the elementary level in Middletown, DE. He has 9 years of school leadership experience. He is passionate about developing positive public relations between the district, school, students, parents, and the overall community. As a result of Dr. Phillips' journey from teacher to Principal, while being connected, he believes that being a connected educator can help take one's career to unprecedented heights. Dr. Phillips was the Delaware National Outstanding Assistant Principal of the Year for 2021. Dr. Phillips has had one publication in NAESP's Principal Magazine: "Being a Bias-Conscious Leader." Principal, May/June 2022: Rewriting the Role, Volume 101, Issue 5, in addition to being a contributor to several monthly sections of the APs Rising section of the same publication. Dr. Phillips is a podcaster in the education sector, starting with three co-hosts of the podcast, Speaking Educationally in January 2020. Since then, he has recently launched his solo podcast, The Squad Builder Podcast. The podcast focuses on shaking things up in education in the realm of building and maintaining highly effective and successful teams in our schools. He has a B.S. in Finance and Banking from Delaware State University, a M.S. in Educational Leadership from Purdue University, and his Doctorate of Education (Ed.D.) in Educational Leadership and Management at Capella University. Dr. Phillips is a proud husband and father of 3 (2 daughters and 1 son). He has teamed up with his wife and kids over the past several years to explore the world of entrepreneurship together, and he is very active in his local church. Connect with him on Twitter(X) @japhillips0722 Subscribe to the Thriveinedu podcast and check out my blog at www.Rdene915.com.

Tommy Thomas: Three years ago, I started a tradition on the podcast. I'm interviewing someone from the music industry for the episode being released the week of Christmas. My logic is that most people probably aren't doing much professional development this week. And rather than not have a release, I would default to something that is near and dear to my heart. I started taking piano lessons when I was seven. In high school, I played in a local garage band. In college, I sang folk music, and, in my twenties, I sang with a bluegrass group in Birmingham. In fact, one of the things on my bucket list is to play a set with the cover group, Jay and the Elders from Birmingham. So, Jim Blackman, if you're listening, I'm waiting on my invitation. Our guest this week is Dr. David Tolley, the Associate Professor and Director of The Music Industry Program at Delaware State University. David is a very talented composer, arranger, producer, and instructor. I believe you're going to love his story.​ [00:01:08] Tommy Thomas: Before we take too deep of a dive into your professional career, take us back into your childhood. What's your happiest memory? [00:01:17] David Tolley: Happiest memories of childhood. I'm one of eight kids. I'm number seven. And we were born, not really on a farm, but in Dublin, Ohio. [00:01:25] David Tolley: We had an apple orchard, chicken coop, and things like that, but it wasn't a full fledged farm. But we used to play Cowboys and Indians, hide and go seek. And playing with all my brothers and sisters probably was one of my favorite memories. [00:01:39] Tommy Thomas: What about the gifts your parents gave you? What's the greatest gift you remember? [00:01:44] David Tolley: Greatest gift or appearance? Probably the electric football game where you put the players on there and the game vibrates. Yeah. That was that. I had to think about that. I haven't thought about that in a long time yet. [00:01:56] Tommy Thomas:: Wow. We had one of those that was fun. [00:01:58] Tommy Thomas: Yeah. And what was high school like? [00:02:01] David Tolley: I went to Worthington High School, and it was great. I wasn't in the marching band or the choir because I was a pianist, and in junior year, Columbus started a brand-new performing arts school called Fort Hayes, and it was modeled after the one in New York and then one went down into Dallas. So it was experiential Columbus and it's still going, but went there my junior and senior year and half of the day to Worthington. So it was a lot of fun. I started composing for some theater things and other things. And I was valedictorian of the class when I graduated. But the only regret I have about that is I cut off my social life from my high school friends. Because I went down there at noontime and then was downtown Columbus. And you know how after high school, a lot of people, they have afterschool activities, and I was out of town. [00:02:56] Tommy Thomas: Yeah. I guess when you enrolled in Ohio State you knew you were into music by then. [00:03:01] David Tolley Yeah, I played sports, Tommy, and believe it or not, I used to play football and was quarterback and I played basketball and baseball, but I didn't grow to be huge, you know, like 6' 2”, 6' 3”. And so it started to hurt in middle school. So I got back into music heavy and I was just practicing all the time and I was lucky to get this pianist, Richard Telly Curtis, and he was head of the piano division at Ohio State and I got him in high school. I don't know how I got him. But he said he took me because I had a good smile. I don't know. I practiced all the time and that's performing arts school. They just kind of let me go and I would go down to the practice rooms and just practice all my whole time there. So I entered Ohio State and got a double bachelor's in piano performance and composition, and then got my master's in theory and composition before I moved out to Los Angeles. [00:03:55] Tommy Thomas: Had you started your PhD before you moved to Los Angeles? [00:03:58] David Tolley: Yeah, back then we were on the quarter system, so I had the first quarter and then I thought, wow, I'm only 21 or 22, I think. And I'm like, I'm doing my doctorate in music. I got into music to perform and to compose, mostly compose. So I thought, and I talked to my mom and I was playing at a church, Liberty Presbyterian Church, all through college and stuff. [00:04:22] David Tolley: They didn't want me to go and my mom of course didn't want me to go, but she actually gave me her blessing and packed up my rabbit and moved out to Los Angeles. [00:04:31] Tommy Thomas: Wow. Yeah, I can see Los Angeles. Back then, Nashville wasn't in the scene. I guess it would've been LA or New York probably your two options. What was the early days like in Los Angeles as a fledgling musician? [00:04:45] David Tolley: Yeah, it was scary. I tell these stories to my students because they have the itch in them, these young college kids, and I'm like, you know what, if it's really on your heart and you're passionate about it, you gotta try it now because you might be regretful later on. So I was scared to be honest, and because I only knew one person out there. I took every other thing I had in a VW Rabbit and I went to North Hollywood, and that was the year that they had Richard Ramirez, the Hillside strangler, and then all of the freeway shootings. I was like, what did I do? But after about a year, it settled in and I was fine. [00:05:25] Tommy Thomas: I'm going to probably not remember the details from how you told it years ago, but as I remember you told me that your brother came out to visit you one Christmas and y'all ended up at the Johnny Carson Show. Can you fill in the details there and tell our viewers a little bit about that? [00:05:42] David Tolley: Okay. So being one of eight kids, I was number seven, and my youngest brother was number eight. We pretty much grew up without a dad and so my mom thought, this is David's first Christmas away from home. And Christmas was a big thing, eight kids and the Christmas tree and gifts. So she was very wise and sent my youngest brother out to visit me. And for a week we went to the beach, we went to all these different things. The Hollywood Stars, Beverly Hills houses, went to where the Lakers played and everything. And then he had the idea to go, hey, can we go to The Tonight Show?  I don't know how to do that. [00:06:20] David Tolley: It was like his last day. And so he called up and he said, all you have to do is show up in line in Burbank and wait outside. So, we did after we had gone to the beach all day, and then we walk inside and we got in barely. And we were about three quarters of the way back in the audience. And it was Johnny's last show before he went on Christmas break the next day. And it was a Friday night, I think it was December 19th, 1985. And Johnny comes out with no preparation during the monologue, he said, you know what, you're all in the Christmas spirit, and we have a dilemma tonight. We scheduled this beautiful nine-foot Steinway piano that we had imported in for the classical pianist, Ori Gutierrez, who won the Van Clyburn Award. And the only thing is, he nipped his fingers because he shut his hand in the car door accidentally. His career's not hurt. But he doesn't feel like playing. And so, we have a dilemma. I'll let you know after the commercial break what we're going to do. And so he comes back, he goes, you know what? We're going to try something we've never done before. Is there anyone in the audience that plays a piano? And so I didn't even know what was going on. My brother raises my hand and before I know it, I have a Nike T-shirt and jeans and flip flops, and I'm playing on a nine foot Steinway for 28 million people. [00:07:42] Tommy Thomas: Wow. I'm just thinking what was going through Carson's mind. My gosh what a mistake it could have been. [00:07:49] David Tolley: Yeah, he actually mentioned that. Actually you can see it on YouTube. He says, wow, this could have been a real bomb. And actually, he picked a woman to go first and she played silver bells and she was good. And but he said, just in case she lays a bomb, is there someone else?  And that's when he picked me. [00:08:08] David Tolley: He was pretty amazed of the crowd's reaction.  [00:08:12] David Tolley: He put his hands up the air like, I don't believe this, so it was fun. I didn't know Tommy; I didn't know I was playing for all these people. It was kind of like a dream. I went up there, I was smiling and, back in Ohio, for the church for years, and then I used to play a lot of parties, so I thought, oh, this is fun. I'll just start playing. I didn't know all those 28 million people were watching, so I was winking at the audience. I pretended I had tuxedo on. I was just goofing off. I was a little clowned, but I guess the audience really liked that. [00:08:45] Tommy Thomas: So everybody can Google I guess David Tally the Tonight Show and you can see the YouTube of this. So what did you play? How did you think about it, or did you just go up and just start playing? [00:08:58] David Tolley: I must've been on autopilot because I barely remember the show. I know it happened, but we only had a minute to think. And so I though, the Cats was real popular at the time, the musical, so I said, how about Memories from Cats? He goes, oh, that's great. And I went up and played. [00:09:17] David Tolley: After I got done, you can see on the video, the audience was just clapping and roaring. And I touched Johnny's hand, oh wow, that worked out. And so yeah, it was fun. Johnny was super nice to me. Both shows. I left and they got my name and number and stuff like that. And I went with my brother back to my little studio apartment in North Hollywood and he was like, he kept on hitting me in the arm going, did that really happen? Did that really happen? So, it was a great way to end the week with my younger brother and actually my dad's mom, Grace , who I partially dedicated Amazing Grace, my variation, and she had never seen me play the piano and she was 92 at the time. She lived to be 99. My whole family got to watch it. My grandmother that never saw me play got to see it. So it was neat. +++++++++++++= [00:10:12] Tommy Thomas: So, what did you play on your second appearance? [00:10:15] David Tolley: They called, they had lost my number somehow, so they put a search team out because Johnny came back and Grant Tinker was the CEO of NBC. And he called Johnny the next day. He says, boy, that was great planning that kid on the show. Johnny goes no. I didn't plan it. I just took a chance. He goes, what? So he said, we have to have him back. We have all these letters and phone calls. We gotta let them know. And so Johnny goes, yeah, that'd be great. So they actually called me and I was in North Hollywood. I answered the phone. I still remember, it was lunchtime. They said, hey we have so many letters and phone calls. We really have to have you back on the show so we can explain to the audience this is really what happened. I actually said no. I said, I'm a composer. I'd be too nervous. He said, yeah, but what you just played on there? I'm like, yeah, I didn't know was going on. [00:11:07] David Tolley: So they said, let me call you back after lunch. And I still remember, Tommy, I got my little can of Chicken Noodle soup, Campbells, and I cooked it and put it on my spoon. I could not even keep a noodle on my spoon. I was shaking. So, I had a week to think and I thought, you know what? This is a great opportunity to give glory to God, and do my theme and variations on amazing grace. I wrote it for the church when I left because they had a wide variety of people that some liked pop, some like gospel, some like straight hymnals, some like country, some like jazz. I thought, you know what, it's all music to me as a composer. It's just an attitude of the heart. And so, I did my theme and variations on Amazing Grace as a gift to them. And for my gram Grammy Grace. And so I played that and Johnny, at first they thought, oh, that might be too religious. And actually Johnny said no - let him play what he wants to play. And anyway, so that's what I played. [00:12:08] Tommy Thomas: Wow. And what was the immediate aftermath of that? Did you see any uptick in any opportunities to record or to write? [00:12:17] David Tolley: Yeah, I got to see the great side of Hollywood, and the bad side. Because I had like agents, managers, it was so confusing. From a little town, at the time it was a small town, a suburb of Columbus and I didn't know anything about the music business. I had what, three degrees and started my doctorate, but I didn't have one music business course. Nothing about contracts or intellectual property or anything.  [00:12:40] David Tolley: I was very confused and the White House saw it and they said, we would like you to play at Easter time at the White House. I'm like, okay. And I was actually the MC for the Easter Fest. I actually showed up at the White House and they booked a hotel and brought me in. They said, you know what? We know you're playing and performing, but we'd like you to be the MC. And they handed me a script. I'm like, I wish you guys would've told me. But anyway, so a lot of things like that. I tried out for some movie parts. Madonna and Michael Jackson's manager had a record deal that they were working on, which didn't work because, like I said I saw the good and the bad and a lot of things like that. A lot of projects, some TV and film projects that I did. [00:13:28] Tommy Thomas: As I remember for a while, weren't you Mayor Bradley's pianist of record for a lot of his parties? [00:13:36] David Tolley: Oh wow. Yes. Wow. I haven't heard that name in a long time. Yeah I did. Even though I was out there as a composer, I still was a pianist, and I would still play on people's albums. A lot of rock bands that were signed that didn't have people or players. I was a studio musician that would come in and play and in between projects, if it was a cartoon or scoring an anime film or TV show. I did a lot of stuff for ABC, CNBC and CBS. But there are gaps. There are gaps in between projects, so I always kept up my playing. So, I was playing at the Bel Air Country Club for years, and I played, which when you're out in the public Mayor Bradley saw me and I played so many functions for him. And I played Muhammad Ali's birthday party and I'll never forget it. Muhammad came up and his Parkinson's had set in and he came up to the piano during his birthday, and he wrote me a poem. He was shaking and he was always one of my favorite athletes of all time. And then just a lot of parties and things because they're just people that happen to live out there. And since I'm out in the public I did a bunch of parties for Clint Eastwood and I remember one party in Malibu that I was sitting, it was just a cliff with nothing but glass, looking at the ocean. And I'm like, okay, I'm showing up for this birthday party. So out there and all of a sudden right next to me is Walter Mattau. Right behind me is Gregory Peck, Jack Lemon, Marlon Brando. I'm like, what's going on here? And it was a birthday party for their acting coach, Stella Adler. So it was a party, and I played Hello Dolly for Carol Channing to sing. And my mom would've been in heaven if she would've been there. So yeah, I had a lot of neat experiences like that. [00:15:29] Tommy Thomas:  And then somewhere along the way you got connected with Disney. [00:15:33] David Tolley: And that actually wasn't a result of the Tonight Show. That was, I forget how many years later, five or six years later. Because all that hype and everything slowed down. My phone was off the hook. I was like, oh boy. Yeah, I didn't know what to do. And I probably made a lot of bad decisions. [00:15:54] David Tolley: But I finally settled down to be a composer and play in between. And Disney got ahold of one of my first CDs and they were doing a new park in Paris or Euro Disney. And they took the music from Frontier, Leanne? I forget the land shoot. This is terrible. Anyway, tomorrow land and, this is a brand-new park, and they wanted a brand new lands called Discovery Land. And so it had all these explorers and things like Jules Verne and thing themed rights. I was lucky that out of, I don't know, hundreds or thousands of composers that wanted to do the theme music for this land, I got the job. So I did a two hour soundtrack for piano and orchestra. And it still plays. It opened in 1992 and I still see my, it's not great royalties, but it's, yeah, I'm not going to turn them down. Every quarter I see royalties from my music that's playing 18 hours a day. [00:16:55] Tommy Thomas: So, looking back on the Southern California portion, what's your biggest takeaway? [00:17:03] David Tolley: That's a good question. Just, probably hang on to God, hang the thick and the thin though it wasn't always great times. There were sometimes it was very thin, and I bought a house in Woodland Hills, started having kids and those were great years and then there was some thin years. But God's grace was with me the whole time, and it's exciting. It's not for everybody. In fact, my younger brother moved out there, a lot of friends moved out there. They saw the hype, and within a year they moved out because it's like a concrete jungle. And you have to love the creativity. That's what I liked about it. And it's not for everybody. +++++++++++++= [00:17:45] Tommy Thomas:  What brought you back east and how did you decide it was time to finish that doctorate? [00:17:52] David Tolley: Good question. So basically, I told my mom when I started my doctorate and when I was making that decision to move out to LA, I'm like, I will finish this. I will finish. I wanted to be a brain surgeon, I ended up going into music. So, I said, Mom, I will be a doctor. And I still remember that conversation. So my wife, we had four kids and we were out in Los Angeles. We had a house, a pool, a studio, and she got cancer. And she was from Ohio too and she had a cancer called MOC Sarcoma, a soft tissue cancer. [00:18:26] David Tolley: So, it was an extremely hard decision because the kids had all their friends in middle school and stuff like that. We had a great setup. I was finally out there living, and doing what I love to do, but thought, it's pretty serious stage four cancer. So we moved back to be with her family, my family and the support. She fought it for a good three and a half years and then passed. [00:18:50] Tommy Thomas: How did you, as someone that's never had that kind of experience, how did you get through that? [00:18:56] David Tolley: Oh, it was all God. It really was God. And it's funny that, through most of life, at least for me, it's a pretty constant relationship. But in those very trying times, it's almost like you can hear him breathe. I mean it's very real and that's really what kept me going. Prayer, the church and support. [00:19:18] Tommy Thomas:  You finished your doctorate; you became that doctor that you had promised your mom. [00:19:22] David Tolley: Right. [00:19:23] Tommy Thomas: So now you're on the faculty at Delaware State. Tell us about that. I guess you commute from Columbus to the campus periodically or regularly. [00:19:32] David Tolley: You'd think I was a nut, I probably was, but I moved back to LA, finished, and I thought, Mom, I'm not in an entertainment town anymore. I have to think of a living now. So, I finished my doctorate, and I started Ohio State Music Industry Program from textbook stuff and then real live street knowledge that I gained out there. [00:19:52] David Tolley: The only thing is they started it and everything and built the studios. Boom. And it came time to get the director of the music industry program and I already started the curriculum and everything. They had a new director and I guess they went by the rules. I had one quarter left to go or two and they were doing a search, and they couldn't hire someone unless they had already been an assistant associate, an associate. They wanted a director and I was just finishing up my doctorate so I couldn't even be on the table. My faculty was furious, but that was a hard blow to me. And I finished up and I thought, you know what? I guess I just gotta keep on looking. I've had four or five job offers. One in New Orleans. One was in the Midwest, like in Indiana. I forget the name of the school. But Delaware State, I could fly there to Baltimore in one hour and commute. You thought, why don't you move the family there? If you remember, I moved the family home to bite the cancer. Because they have a great cancer center at Ohio State. And I did that every Monday into Thursday for 10 years. Every single week. I flew there and then now after Covid. I talked to the Dean, and I was full professor now and with tenure, so I was able to say things like this. I was like, I can't travel like this anymore. I'm too old. This airport thing, and Covid, so they made me a deal that I come at the beginning, the end and in the middle. And the rest of the time I'm home. [00:21:31] Tommy Thomas:  I do a lot of work in higher ed, and I ask all my higher ed people this question. What was the greatest lesson that you learned through Covid that you think you'll take forward in your career? [00:21:43] David Tolley: It's being a global world in and with the way broadband is and connections. It took a while to get used to online teaching, and some of my students really like it because they can stay in their apartment or dorm and listen and but sometimes they really miss the one-on-one contact, at least showing them something in the studio or at the piano. But it seems like the tools are getting better and I do all my pro tools and other things. I share my screen, they can hear it, they see it, things like that. But just the question about AI and everything, I still think, that human heart, spirit, that's hard to put into computer code. [00:22:31] Tommy Thomas: I know you're not a conductor but you probably own the fringes of conducting.  I'd like to ask you to respond to this quote from Ben Zander, the Boston Philharmonic. He says, the conductor doesn't make a sound. The conductor's power depends upon his or her ability to make other people powerful. [00:22:51] David Tolley: Wow, that's a great quote. Yeah, there are great conductors and then there are beginning conductors and even at the bus in Symphony Hall when I saw Beethoven's ninth, it's amazing. There are great leaders. They're going through the same gestures of downbeats and expressiveness of dynamics and things like that, but they have such a charismatic power that kind of pulls energy out of the orchestra that they go to new heights that other people can't do. +++++++++++++++ [00:23:29] Tommy Thomas: Yeah. So I'd like to close out with a lightning round of questions. These are generally short answers, but sometimes not. Yeah. [00:23:38] David Tolley: Okay, I'll keep it short. [00:23:39] Tommy Thomas: What's been the greatest invention in your lifetime? [00:23:45] David Tolley: Probably the internet. [00:23:47] Tommy Thomas: What's the best compliment anybody's ever paid you? [00:23:55] David Tolley: I still get comments from that Tonight Show. In fact, I got three this morning. It's crazy. It was so long ago. But I remember a lady, her email, it is almost like you could see her cry. She was, I guess losing someone in the hospital and she would play that over and over for their family member and she said, I felt like you're playing that from heaven for us. [00:24:17] Tommy Thomas:   So if you could go back in time and tell a younger version of yourself one thing, what would that be? [00:24:28] David Tolley: Find what you're really passionate about. Spend some quiet time in prayer, away from the noise and screens. Once you have that down, educate yourself as much as you can, take chances, because God's going to be there with you. [00:24:45] Tommy Thomas: If you could meet any historical figure and ask them one question, who would it be and what would the question be? [00:24:56] David Tolley: My favorite composer of all time is Beethoven. So I would've loved to have met him and since he wrote the whole ninth Symphony in his head, and he was an outcast. People thought he was crazy, but he couldn't hear and he'd walk through town and he had a terrible childhood, but he kept on writing music and I'd love to know what kept him going. [00:25:17] Tommy Thomas:  What's the most worthwhile lesson you've learned so far in your career? [00:25:35] David Tolley: Boy, you just stumped me. I wrote a musical on Solomon, and it's never been mounted. And but one of the main themes of that is chasing the wind and you can have all this stuff, all these riches, all this stuff, but if you don't have God, it's nothing.  It's empty. ++++++++++++++++++++++= [00:25:51] Tommy Thomas: I hope you enjoyed this podcast. After we turned the recording button off David and I were talking and he told me that he is expecting one of his musicals to appear off Broadway sometime in the spring of 2024. If you want to bring some laughter to your day, watch the two YouTube clips of David's first and second appearances on the Johnny Carson Show. The first appearance will have you in stitches. Only Johnny Carson could do the setup like he did for David. I've included links to both appearances in the episode notes. January brings us to a new year for the podcast. And I'm pleased with the guests that we've lined up so far. Next week, our guest will be a man who's been the president of three different universities. One of these being a startup. He has a lot to share about leading institutions of higher education through the various stages of their life cycles.   Links & Resources JobfitMatters Website Next Gen Nonprofit Leadership with Tommy Thomas The Perfect Search – What every board needs to know about hiring their next CEO David Tolley's first appearance on the Johnny Carson (the Tonight) Show David Tolley's second appearance on the Johnny Carson (the Tonight) Show David Tolley's interview with Scott - the Piano Guy David Tolley's Interview - the 200 Year Anniversary of Liberty Presbyterian Church   Connect tthomas@jobfitmatters.com Follow Tommy on LinkedIn   Listen to Next Gen Nonprofit Leadership with Tommy Thomas on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | Google Podcasts    

[00:00:00] Tommy Thomas: For the past six months or so I've been asking our guests the question “If there was a nonprofit version of Shark Tank and you were on the panel of potential early-stage investors, what questions would you need to have answered before you'd make an investment?”  Well, again, it's just a fun question to ask that has turned into some great information that I believe people who are thinking of starting a nonprofit would find useful. The first force you'll hear is Kristen McClave from Episode 81 - Her Leadership Journey from Johnson and Johnson to Cardone Industries and Beyond. [00:00:38] Christin McClave: Oh, that's a fun question. I think first of all I would really want to understand the leader's background. The team, the person, on Shark Tank, they usually have one other person standing with them. And the Sharks are very interested in where they came from, what their experiences are, how the two or the three of them got together, and the dynamic of them working together and what skills maybe one brings to the table, the other one, fills in the gaps. I'd like to really understand that and know, that there's some experience in them building an organization. I think the other piece to that is really the passion, the drive. What is the problem or the issue the founder or the co-founders are trying to solve and what's driving that? And is that passion or is that issue really going to still be driving them in five years or 10 years? Or is it more of a short-term thing? The other piece, and I think this probably comes from my experience on nonprofit boards that are probably larger than this would be, really understanding the percentage of the budget that would actually be going to the work, the problem solving, the issue resolution, and what percentage of the budget would really be going to administration and or SG&A or overhead, however you want to say it. That may not be important for everybody, all investors, but for me it's the piece that I enjoy digging into from a financial perspective and from an accountability perspective with nonprofits that I either work with or talk to and just understanding, are they managing that equation or that ratio. And also as they get larger, they will certainly have donors, investors, fundraising questions around that in particular. And I think the third thing is I'd like to know, who is mentoring them? How do they have support built around them? Maybe they're an early-stage company, they probably don't have a board yet. But I think in the nonprofit context, it's really important to know those things and to make sure there are people that they've built into their feedback process. Maybe it's just a monthly advisor call that they have with maybe an advisor or a few advisors who meet with them on a regular basis. Because the challenge with a nonprofit, is really thinking through your revenue source. If your revenue is not coming from a product or a service, it's coming from the fundraising donation side of things. You've really got to build out some people in your network who can help you strategize about that and become really good at that. And I'll say just from personal experience, that's part of why I haven't taken on a leadership role in a nonprofit yet in my career because I feel like you have to feel called to the issue or the problem at hand. If you're going to be in a senior role of a not-for-profit organization, you've really got to have a drive and a passion for that cause. And, number two, you've got to really understand the revenue source is very different in the nonprofit space. And you really have to think about, okay, we're raising money for this cause rather than, hey, this product has this gross margin, it's a whole different mindset shift. And maybe someday I will, but for right now I'm in the for-profit space. But I love supporting and being a mentor and advisor in the nonprofit space and supporting them as much as I can.  [00:04:37] Tommy Thomas: Next up is Caryn Ryan from Episode 84 - Her Leadership Journey from BP Amoco to World Vision to Missionwell. [00:04:49] Caryn Ryan: This is interesting, but really Tommy, I don't think it's any different for a for-profit than for a non-profit organization. So you're always asking do you have a good vision? And a really big and important question is, do you have the resources? And that's in terms of money but it's also in terms of the network of people to support you making steps towards your vision and making things happen. And then do you have the drive? Do you feel called for this?  How do you demonstrate that? How do you demonstrate that you have the call and that you have the drive? Are you a persister? One thing that will happen for every new organization is just tons of obstacles and problems. They're nonstop. And so, you have to have that ability to persist and to say, look, I see this obstacle. Am I going to go over it, under it or around it? But for sure I'm going to go around it or get through this. And so, you need to have that kind of foundational trait characteristic. I think the difference really between a for-profit and non-profit is in where you get the money from. The Shark Tank for the for-profit might be from investors or a bank. Whereas the Shark Tank for a nonprofit might be from stakeholders, donors, grantors. So You have to make sure that the business plan reflects that. But you still have to have the money and you still have to have the people. And the sense of call might be different too. I think if you're working in a for-profit, you may have a vision around some new product or service. In the nonprofit world, your call may be even more deeply embedded. Especially if it's a religious calling. It may be something that's very right tied or connected to your faith. It doesn't matter how deeply connected it is to your faith. If you don't have the same things that a for-profit needs your chances of being successful fall. Now, God can always come in and intervene, if you're going to do your part in it, you need the same things that a for-profit does. [00:06:54] Tommy Thomas: Episode 100 was a milestone for the podcast. In the beginning I probably wondered if I would ever get that far. Here's Rich Stearns, the President Emeritus of World Vision US – An Inauspicious Leadership Journey Part Two. [00:07:11] Rich Stearns: The very first question that a Shark Tank guy would ask if you came with a new product is how is this product different from every other product that's already out in the market? In other words, nobody needs another cola drink, Coca Cola, Pepsi Cola, RC Cola. There's plenty of cola drinks out there. So, if your big idea is I'm going to do my own cola drink, the first question is why? So with a nonprofit, for example, I've seen young people that want to start up a new World Vision. I want to help the poor in Africa. And so, I'm going to start my own non-profit organization to help them. And my question is why would you do that? Because World Vision is a 3.2 billion organization helping the poor around the world. Compassion is one and a half billion dollars helping the poor around the world. Samaritan's Purse is a billion-dollar organization. So what are you doing that they're not doing? Why would I give my money to you instead of an established, successful nonprofit that's doing that work? And, a good example of a positive answer to that would be the International Justice Mission. My friend, Gary Haugen, who started it about 27 years ago now, I think, but he looked around and he said, look, there's a lot of organizations that are feeding the hungry and bringing clean water to the poor and doing microfinance. I don't see any organizations that are helping the poor with their legal problems, protecting them from corrupt police departments and representing them in court when they're falsely accused of something or getting them out of bonded labor in India by using the court system. So Gary started International Justice Mission to focus on justice and legal issues. He could have called it “lawyers without borders” if he wanted to, because essentially, he hires a lot of attorneys that go around the world and they work through the legal systems to help people who are being oppressed in various ways. So, the first question to ask is, why would I give to your charity? What is unique about it? And why wouldn't you just partner up with somebody that's already doing this work? If there are nonprofits that are doing it, the next thing you look at is the leader's vision and motivation, right? If there's a powerful leader with a powerful vision and capabilities do you believe that they, just like you'd look at a startup CEO, do they have the right vision? That's the other thing. Because it takes a lot of elbow grease to start up a nonprofit. ++++++++++++++++++ [00:09:39] Tommy Thomas: From Episode 115 Terri Esau - His Journey from Being Known As The Jingle King Of Minneapolis to Philanthropeneur. [00:09:55] Terry Esau: First of all, whatever you're pitching, it has to solve a problem and there has to be a resource to help solve that problem. Like for us, it was like, here's the problem. Kids in America are unhealthy, they're obese, there's poverty, so they can't afford a bicycle. Can help solve some of their health issues, not just physical health issues, but mental health issues, right? I call my bike my carbon fiber therapist because, you're a cyclist. It's like I get on my bike, and I go for a ride. I could be having a bad day, but by the time I get done with my ride, all that stress has just been washed away.  So I'm Shark Tank. I think you'd have to go, what's the problem? What's the solution? And then on top of that you have to go, what's your strategy to bring the solution to the problem? What are the logistics? What are the resources that you need? People who give money to causes, you really have to sell them on the fact that you are going to change the world in some small way. At least in the nonprofit world. In the for profit world, then you have to prove to them that you can make your money back on this investment. For us, we say, yeah, you're not making money back on us, but you should feel really good about what you're doing to change the lives of children. [00:11:38] Tommy Thomas: From Episode 88 - Lisa Trevino Cummins, Her Leadership Journey from Bank of America to Urban Strategies Part Two. [00:11:49] Lisa Cummins: I think the question I would ask is what is your employee turnover? And because I have found nonprofits come and go and employee turnover helps me understand what your commitment is, what your ability is to lead, what your consistency is with your values. Because if you're not consistent, employees won't stay long. Maybe you can explain them once or twice, but if you have an ongoing record of employees that are leaving, then there's a problem there. The other thing I would ask is a lot of nonprofits talk about partners. Let's say, describe the continuum of partnership with these organizations. When you say your partner is this because you dropped off a leaflet at their door. Sometimes that's okay. Depends on what the goal is or  is this talking about someone who you know their name, right? You know their name and you know their story and so you're trying to get at it in a deeper way. Those kinds of things. Yeah, I think those are a couple of questions I would ask. I would also ask how well, and this is important, some people will say this is a political thing and it's not. How well does your organization reflect the communities you're serving? Because if it doesn't, that means there's probably a sense of a pejorative type of approach that is not going to be that is less what could be, and it'll result in less than results than what could be. Does that make sense? [00:13:33] Tommy Thomas: And last, but certainly not least, from Episode 109 John Somerville - His Leadership Journey from Marketing Executive with General Mills to Chief Financial Officer At The University Of Northwestern St. Paul. [00:13:49] John Sommerville: I think the first question is, what need do you believe exists that your ministry or organization will serve? And how is what you're doing, how will that serve that need? Because if there's a true need I think many things follow from that. And if you have something unique that will really help meet that need, then the organization needs to exist. So I think those are big questions. And the other thing that I often ask is, who else is doing this? What I find is that there are people who are pioneers who do something for the very first time, and we write books about those people, but often what we need is I found more often that the people that are innovators they're just being novel without actually being effective and so it's important to understand the need, be able to meet the need, and then also give examples of how that works. You may have a unique spin on it, but the core of it needs to be channeled into an area that others have been successful in the past. +++++++++++++++ [00:14:51] Tommy Thomas: Next week is Christmas. And in keeping with the tradition, I followed for the past two years, I've interviewed someone from the music industry. This year, our guest is David Tolley.  David is an amazing music, composer and arranger, and a tenured professor at Delaware State University. Part of David's story is that a big part of his career was launched from an inauspicious and some might say accidental appearance on the Johnny Carson Show. Join us next week to hear the rest of David's story.   Links & Resources JobfitMatters Website Next Gen Nonprofit Leadership with Tommy Thomas The Perfect Search – What every board needs to know about hiring their next CEO   Connect tthomas@jobfitmatters.com Follow Tommy on LinkedIn

“I think that many look for only the positive, right? What data is really going to amplify us? And of course you want that, but I think it's also important to perhaps spotlight data that shows the gap. Because in the gap, there might be some gray space where you might be able to really leverage and to tell a story that's fresh and new.”Camille Currie, VP of Marketing and Communications at NAF, joins us this week in the studio to discuss her career journey and how she's applying lessons from sports marketing to the nonprofit space today. NAF segments their audiences into 6 key groups, and Camille shares their strategies around storytelling and targeting campaigns to uniquely engage each with their mission. You'll hear how NAF analyzes their data to uncover new stories and highlights their focus on activating alumni networks. This conversation offers valuable best practices for nonprofit marketers on community engagement, audience segmentation, and leveraging data to strengthen marketing efforts and mission impact. Can't wait for you to hear it

Delaware State University, the historically black institution in Dover, Delaware, proudly declared a new enrollment milestone, as reported by WHYY. President Dr. Tony Allen shared that the university has witnessed a remarkable 3.5 percent surge, boasting 6,451 students for the fall semester.  This surge marks a significant 23 percent increase since 2020, a noteworthy feat amidst the decline in college enrollment nationwide over the past decade.  With aspirations soaring high, Delaware State aims to expand further, setting a target of reaching 10,000 undergraduate enrollments by the year 2030. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gio Grassi is an Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach at Monmouth University where he is responsible for optimizing player readiness and performance through load management as well as implementing, analyzing, and interpreting all technology used with the Monmouth Football team, including Polar Heart Rate/GZPS system and Sparta Science Force Plates. He is also the head for programming strength speed/agility and conditioning programs for the baseball, men's and women's swim, and rowing teams. Before arriving at Monmouth, he was an assistant coach at Fordham University from 2018-2021 as well as assistant at Fairleigh Dickinson University from 2014-2017. Between those stops, he spent the 2017 season with the New York Giants as a strength and conditioning intern. Grassi got his start in the profession in 2010 as a strength coach and NFL combine preparatory coach at the Parisi's Speed School, before working at Hackensack UMC Health and Wellness in NJ where he was the ACL return-to-sport coordinator spanning from 2015-2019. He's also completed an internship working with the football program at Rutgers during the 2016-2017 seasons.In addition to his coaching, Grassi is the host of the “Toes on the Line” Podcast. He has presented at conferences, most recently the NSCA New Jersey State Clinic and has written multiple articles for his own website as well as Stack.com. Grassi is a former college football player at Delaware State University and continues to train during his downtime.Samson Equipment Samson Equipment provides Professional Weight Room Solutions for all your S&C needs.Cerberus Strength Use Code: STRENGTH_GAME at Cerberus-Strength.comDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

“Momma said, I was singing before I was talking.” Terry Brown is a singer who comes to Roanoke Valley from Wilmington. DE. He came to Roanoke to pastor a small in 1986. Terry studied voice at Delaware State University and musical theater from the University of Delaware respectively. Although Terry studied classical voice in college, he grew up singing mainly R&B, Jazz, Show Tunes and Choral music. Terry has had the privilege to perform with some of the finest musicians in Delaware and the Roanoke Valley area. He is the former, male lead singer for the Sway Katz Big Band, and is the current lead singer for The Kings Band. Terry is also the co-founder and lead singer of the now defunct band “The Fire,” as well as The Terry Brown Ascension Project. The brand of music is an eclectic mix of Jazz, Blues, R&B, & Classic Rock with variation – a fusion blend.

Marcus recaps some of the wildest moments and stories from Delaware State University's homecoming this past weekend (sick I missed it) and asks questions about homecoming etiquette before reacting to Jay-Z telling people to take $500,000 over dinner with him. Dwight Howard is back in the news with more salacious gay rumors and is accused of sexually assaulting a man. Michael Irvin called out his son's rap lyrics, NFL Week 7 recap, and NBA predictions.

Delano Hunter is the Acting Director of the DC Department of General Services. Director Hunter is a long-serving member of the Bowser Administration, serving in senior leadership roles in four different agencies. During his tenure at the Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR), Director Hunter managed a comprehensive recreation system with a combined operating and capital budget of $218 million, more than 1,000 employees, and a diverse portfolio of 104 recreation facilities, 930 acres of green space, and 212 fields and playgrounds. DPR served more than 2 million visitors annually through expanded programming and facility access and was ranked the best park system by Trust for Public Land in 2021 and 2022. Before serving at DPR, he served as Chief Service Officer of the Mayor's Office of Volunteerism and Partnerships (Serve DC). During Director Hunter's time at Serve DC, the agency's federal grant funding increased by nearly 40%, and over 12,000 residents and stakeholders were engaged each year, participating in innovative emergency preparedness trainings, including Active Shooter Response, First Aid/CPR/AED, and the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT). Throughout Director Hunter's tenure, Serve DC's oversight of AmeriCorps DC was an essential agency responsibility. The nationwide service program addresses critical community needs, including increasing academic achievement, combating poverty, providing mentorships, and sustaining national parks. Before his public service career in the District government, Mr. Hunter worked within the Retail Development Program for Nike Inc. in Beaverton, Oregon. While at Nike, Mr. Hunter co-founded the Nike Product Creation Experience (NPCE). The mentoring program enabled high school students to gain exposure to product development and marketing from industry professionals. In 2008, Mr. Hunter was recognized as the Nike Black Employee Network Person of the Year. Mr. Hunter is a native Washingtonian and Spingarn Senior High School graduate. He attended Delaware State University, where he graduated summa cum laude with a degree in Business Management. Mr. Hunter went on to earn his MBA from the Johns Hopkins University Carey School of Business. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dreamsbyanymeans/message

Ashley is currently contracted through Novant Health Sports Performance as the Head Sports Dietitian and Assistant Strength Coach at Joe Gibbs Racing, where she works with 9 NASCAR Cup Series pit crew teams and developmental pit crew athletes spanning 4 NASCAR Cup Series organizations. Along with working in the NASCAR sector, Ashley has created an outpatient sports nutrition clinic for Novant Health and does team and individual nutrition education with local high school and club teams in the Charlotte area. Ashley was a 5-year thrower on the track and field team at Appalachian State University where she earned her undergraduate degrees in Exercise Science (Strength & Conditioning) and Spanish Language, and started her degree in Nutrition. She then went to finish her nutrition studies at Delaware State University's Coordinated Dietetic Program, while also coaching on their strength and conditioning staff. Ashley has experience working with athletes in the professional, collegiate, and high school sectors, as well as with the general public, holding multiple strength and conditioning internship positions (Clemson University, UNC Chapel Hill, Appalachian State University, and University of Delaware), and gaining experience working with many different teams. Contact Info: Email: Amuschiatti25@gmail.com Twitter: @Coach_AshleyM Instagram: @amuschiatti TikTok: @Fit_And_FueledAshley Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/ashleymuschiatti Need Sports Nutrition Services!? #wetrain #wehealth https://linktr.ee/rootsrd #joekenn #peterkenn #tier #system  @AppalachianStateUniv   @JoeGibbsRacingTV  #strength #sportsnutrition #assistant #pitcrew #racing  @NASCAR   @novanthealth  #gas #rubber #speed #strength #formerathlete #age #hydration #travel #trending #tracking #fueling #tygibbs --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/shawn-pitcher/support

Dallas Cowboys’ Markquese Bell. Former Florida A&M HBCU All-American and Dallas Cowboys defensive back Markquese Bell talks with Donal Ware about his best performance as a pro in the Cowboys’ victory over the Giants and talks about how he has grown. Actor Sean Dominic, a Delaware State University alum is our Celebrity Guest picker, asContinue Reading →

Dr Christine Charvet is an accomplished Assistant Professor in the College of Veterinary Medicine at Auburn University, where she brings a wealth of knowledge and experience in the field of neuroscience. Her academic journey began with a PhD in neuroscience from the esteemed University of California, Irvine. Driven by her passion for unravelling the intricacies of the brain, she pursued postdoctoral training in neuroimaging at Harvard Medical School and statistical genetics at Cornell University, solidifying her expertise in cutting-edge research methodologies.Prior to her tenure at Auburn, Dr Charvet served as an Assistant Professor at Delaware State University, where she played a pivotal role in fostering academic growth and research initiatives. As an NIH COBRE recruited faculty member, she spearheaded collaborative, cross-institutional endeavours aimed at enhancing diversity in biomedical sciences, working closely with researchers from the University of Delaware and Delaware State University.Dr Charvet's remarkable contributions to the field have been recognized through a series of prestigious grants and fellowships. She was awarded an NIH F32 postdoctoral research fellowship to further her training at Cornell University, followed by an NIH-INBRE pilot grant to kickstart her research program at Delaware State University. Her dedication and innovative approach also led to the acquisition of an NIH R21 grant, enabling the expansion of her research endeavours.At the heart of Dr Charvet's research program lies a profound commitment to leveraging big data in genetics and neuroimaging to address critical questions in comparative neuroscience. Her pioneering work, in collaboration with colleagues, culminated in the development of a groundbreaking resource (https://translatingtime.org) that facilitates the identification of corresponding ages across humans and model organisms. This invaluable tool has become a cornerstone for researchers studying model systems, bridging the gap between experimental findings and their relevance to human biology. Currently, Dr Charvet and her colleagues are pushing boundaries by integrating transcriptional, epigenetic, and neuroimaging data to further enhance this resource.Dr Charvet's scholarly contributions are reflected in her impressive portfolio of 36 published articles, many of which have found their place in esteemed journals such as PNAS and the Journal of Neuroscience. Her work continues to inspire and shape the landscape of comparative neuroscience.Beyond her research pursuits, Dr Charvet is a passionate advocate for diversity and inclusion in biomedical science. She has played instrumental roles in various initiatives, including the growth of a neuroscience program at a historically-black college through an NSF-targeted infusion grant. Additionally, her involvement in a cross-institutional effort to make neuroscience textbooks open-access, supported by an NSF Eager award, underscores her commitment to democratizing knowledge in the field.In a forward-looking endeavour to inspire the next generation of researchers, Dr Charvet has joined forces with the advertising agency Digital Trends to spearhead an innovative campaign. This initiative aims to inform students about the invaluable benefits of engaging in directed research during their college years, demonstrating Dr Charvet's dedication to nurturing future scientific leaders.For those interested in collaborating on the groundbreaking Translating Time project, Dr Charvet welcomes inquiries and looks forward to forging new avenues of discovery in the realm of comparative neuroscience. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Our host Dr. Amy Dykens sits down with Dr. Cynthia Jackson Hammond, a passionate advocate for academic quality and institutional autonomy in higher education. Dr. Jackson Hammond is a distinguished figure in the field with her extensive work in support of institutional autonomy as president of the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). CHEA is the only national organization in the United States focused exclusively on higher education accreditation and quality assurance, recognizing accrediting organizations and advocating for institutions.They discuss the federal and state legislative impact on higher education and the significance of CHEA recognition on accreditation. Dr. Jackson Hammond highlights the future of higher education and accreditation including AI, DEI, and facilitating open discussion and safe harbors.Join as we discuss: The importance of institutional autonomyEnsuring academic quality and student successThe significance of engagement and advocacyCreating dialogue to encourage innovationRead Dr. Jackson Hammond's full bio below!Keep connected with us by subscribing to Accreditation Conversations on Google Podcasts, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast player. Check out our website here.Dr. Cynthia Jackson Hammond became Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) President on August 1, 2020.Dr. Jackson Hammond, Ed.D. has been a member of the higher education community for more than 30 years. Her professional career has included tenured and administrative positions in universities throughout various regions of the United States: University of Louisiana Monroe, California State University Dominguez Hills; Delaware State University; University of North Carolina Charlotte, Winston-Salem State University; and Coppin State University. Most recently, Dr. Jackson Hammond completed her tenure as president of Central State University in Ohio.Dr. Jackson Hammond has spent the majority of her career in higher education administration, serving as a president, provost, and dean, as well as a director of TRIO programs. She has served on national boards of directors, including the Thurgood Marshall College Fund; NCAA Division II Presidents Council; the American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education; and she also served on the Council for Higher Education Accreditation Board of Directors. She has appeared multiple times on Capitol Hill, including providing testimony on the status of 1890 Land-Grant institutions.She earned her Bachelor's degree from Grambling State University, her Master's degree in Education and an Education Specialist degree from the University of Louisiana at Monroe, and her Doctorate in Education in dual cognate areas, curriculum and instruction and student personnel services from Grambling State University.Dr. Jackson Hammond serves on the Fulbright Council for International Exchange Scholars (CIES) Advisory Board, the Association of Governing Boards of Universities and Colleges (AGB) Council for Student Success, and as an AGB Commissioner for Higher Education Strategic Assets. Dr. Jackson Hammond also was appointed as a Commissioner for the Biden Administration's Presidential Scholars program.Dr. Jackson Hammond is a sought-after thought leader on accreditation, multicultural diversity, and inclusion. Her academic discipline is Education and Higher Education Administration. She is an ardent advocate for quality assurance and transparency in higher education and is committed to the advancement of higher education success, equity, and integrity in higher education.

Dina and Kenisha dish about eating disorders in the Black community, going back to school as an adult learner, and food justice. Kenisha Sutherland (she/her) is a senior at Delaware State University majoring in Nutritional and Food Sciences with a concentration in Coordinated Dietetics and a minor in Women and Gender Studies. Kenisha went to culinary school and has been a chef for ten years. While working in the hospitality industry, she would use her talents to help people by fundraising for organizations that aligned with her life's mission or helping to provide free meals and groceries. She saw a need in her community for education surrounding food as well as a need for someone to speak up about the lack of quality affordable fresh groceries. Connect with Kenisha on Instagram at @chefthuglife.rd. Mentioned in this episode: Chef Christina Pirello: https://www.christinacooks.com/ Instant Pot®: https://www.instanthome.com/shop/instant-pot If you enjoyed this podcast, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with others! You can also submit listener feedback or request to be a guest on a future episode by completing this form: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://forms.gle/7UZ2kEPDHjBgLhRU9⁠⁠⁠⁠. Help support this podcast for as little as $0.99/month: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dishwithdina/support --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dishwithdina/support

On this episode, we get to converse with Rashidah McCoy. While her background is in communications, she also has put her knowledge to use in addressing issues concerning Diversity Equity, and Inclusion. However, first, she wants us to know that, coming from Pittsburg she is a fan of all things Pittsburg. Good to be loyal. Like so many, she learned to survive, thrive, and grow, in spite of her environment and a disability which, as she says, she embraces today.   During this episode, Rashidah and I get to have a great discussion about communications, the ever-expanding number of ways data is thrown at us, and especially about information overload and how we should handle it. Rashidah has some wonderful thoughts on how we all can handle the vast amount of information we encounter every day.   We also spend time about how to change the conversation regarding diversity and inclusion to be more inclusive, as it were. Rashidah offers some great and wonderful observations concerning this and how we, as a society, ought to move forward concerning truly including everyone.   Rashidah offers us much to think about. I hope you will find this program as thought-provoking and pertinent as did I. I'd love to hear your thoughts.   About the Guest:     Rashidah McCoy is a communication professional with 7+ years of diverse background in public relations, marketing, digital engagement, advocacy, DE&I, and storytelling. She's skilled in executing comprehensive campaigns, integrated outreach, and developing strategic strategies to help deepen the connection with stakeholders and attract new constituents through the consistent execution of transmedia and traditional experiences.   Rashidah has worked on award-winning campaigns and concepts for the National Restaurant Association, CNET, Budweiser, Aon, CharmClick (located in China), and many more. She's a firm believer in building a strong relationship with clients to ensure goals are met and organizations flourish. As a testament of her dedication to the nonprofit sector, Rashidah received the Association Forum Forty Under 40 Award for her accomplishments, leadership skills, and commitment to the industry.   Rashidah graduated summa cum laude with her Bachelors degree in Mass Communications from Delaware State University and received her Master's of Science in Journalism with a concentration on International Public Relations from West Virginia University. When she's not knee deep in the marketing communications world, she enjoys baking, traveling, and family time with her daughter and fiancé.    Ways to connect with Rashidah:   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rashidah-mccoy/  Twitter: @Hey_RashidahPR Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maven_marketingllc_/ Website: https://www.mavenmarketing4you.com/about      About the Host: Michael Hingson is a New York Times best-selling author, international lecturer, and Chief Vision Officer for accessiBe. Michael, blind since birth, survived the 9/11 attacks with the help of his guide dog Roselle. This story is the subject of his best-selling book, Thunder Dog.   Michael gives over 100 presentations around the world each year speaking to influential groups such as Exxon Mobile, AT&T, Federal Express, Scripps College, Rutgers University, Children's Hospital, and the American Red Cross just to name a few. 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Leave a comment in the section below!   Subscribe to the podcast If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher. You can also subscribe in your favorite podcast app.   Leave us an Apple Podcasts review Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on Apple Podcasts, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts.     Transcription Notes Michael Hingson  00:00 Access Cast and accessiBe Initiative presents Unstoppable Mindset. The podcast where inclusion, diversity and the unexpected meet. Hi, I'm Michael Hingson, Chief Vision Officer for accessiBe and the author of the number one New York Times bestselling book, Thunder dog, the story of a blind man, his guide dog and the triumph of trust. Thanks for joining me on my podcast as we explore our own blinding fears of inclusion unacceptance and our resistance to change. We will discover the idea that no matter the situation, or the people we encounter, our own fears, and prejudices often are our strongest barriers to moving forward. The unstoppable mindset podcast is sponsored by accessiBe, that's a c c e s s i  capital B e. Visit www.accessibe.com to learn how you can make your website accessible for persons with disabilities. And to help make the internet fully inclusive by the year 2025. Glad you dropped by we're happy to meet you and to have you here with us.   Michael Hingson  01:20 Well, hello once again. And yes, you are listening to unstoppable mindset. I am your host Michael Hingson. And today, we get to chat with Rashidah McCoy, who is a communications expert. She knows a lot about marketing and a variety of subjects, including one of the ones that we get to talk about often here on unstoppable mindset, diversity, equity and inclusion DEI. And we will be talking more about that as we go forward. I am sure, but we'll worry about that as we go forward. But for right now, Rashidah Welcome to unstoppable mindset.   Rashidah McCoy  01:56 Thank you, Michael. Thank you for having me. And I appreciate your viewers listening in.   Michael Hingson  02:00 And how are you surviving the day?   Rashidah McCoy  02:03 It's a good day so far. So we'll be out here in Maryland, so I'm not gonna complain.   Michael Hingson  02:09 What's the temperature?   Rashidah McCoy  02:11 It's like the 40s. You know, what a cool breeze. I'll take that over the snow from Pittsburgh any day.   Michael Hingson  02:16 Wow. When I checked the temperature here in Victorville just a little while ago, it was 50. I was like 55. So that's okay, actually not too bad. We are. We're a little bit up in the mountains. So our temperatures are pretty close to what you usually experience. But we don't get the snow. We're in a valley and the the water passes a spy which is okay.   Rashidah McCoy  02:42 I love it. Well,   Michael Hingson  02:43 we'll cope. Well, listen, I'd love to start by you just kind of telling me a little bit about you growing up and what life was like and all those kinds of things. So if we could start with that, and we'll go from there.   Rashidah McCoy  02:54 Sure, Michael, no problem. So I want to raise in Pittsburgh, I'm a Pittsburgh Steelers fan and Paris fan. You name it all things Pittsburgh. So I grew up in a single parent household. My mother was amazing. And my grandmother was even more of an amazing foundation for our family. And being a Pittsburgh was it's kind of hard. I'm from the inner city from Pittsburgh from the Hill District. We're August Wilson was born and raised. And a lot of times, a lot of us aren't expected to make it out. When we don't make it out, unfortunately, just because of the hardship and the property and so forth. But it is a beautiful city. I had a great childhood. My mom worked three jobs to keep me in private Catholic school, from kindergarten to eighth grade, I made some great friends I was loved on and I did my best always to strive for excellence, because I knew education was my only way out. It was for me, I didn't play a sport. I was low asthmatic girls, I didn't play a sport. But I definitely was always involved in school. Because for me, first generation college student, that was important for me to go to school, to make a difference and to show my family, not only my little brothers and sisters, but also my cousins and my mom, that you know, all this effort that you put forth in life. You know, there's more to it. There's also more outside of Pittsburgh. So being able to do that has been great. And I left Pittsburgh for high school, and I went to Delaware State University. And after that I kind of went on to Washington University. Got to travel the world. So now now I'm almost 32 And it all feels good. And it was somebody to travel the hardships make it a lot brighter today.   Michael Hingson  04:35 Do you think that the troubles and hardships and all those challenges helped you as you were growing up or now that you're older that that benefited you?   Rashidah McCoy  04:43 Oh, most definitely. I have a greater understanding and empathy for individuals than I would have in any sense of life. If I would not have gone through some things. Just some things that people think are minor aspects from disabilities as a young girl who had eczema, sometimes a point in my life where I was out of school for two weeks because I was hospitalized for severe eczema and my skin broke out so bad, I couldn't walk. I'm having asthma, had severe asthma, severe allergies, those types of just hardships, understanding who I was and loving on myself, I know we are at an age right now where self care and self love is big. I did not grow up with a lot of that, because I was I looked different, you know, I was itchy girl, I didn't have the longest hair. And I didn't come from, you know, the greatest background where I had Jordans. And, you know, my mom and I shop at the thrift stores on Sundays. And I took pride in that. But as I got older, I realized that those hard moments made me more empathetic and made me love on people more and want to serve others and help them get through those moments.   Michael Hingson  05:50 So did you outgrow the eczema and asthma and so on? Or do they still somewhat be with you?   Rashidah McCoy  05:57 They're still with me. They're still with me. But at this age, I've learned to not only maintain them, but embrace them. I get allergy shots about once a month now, what's one of maintenance, and for me, I embrace it. I am someone who I used to not even wear shorts or skirts. I used to wear jeans and tennis shoes all the time. Now it's like, Listen, this is who I am. This is how I look to talk, Phil, I'm going to embrace this black excellence that's pouring from the inside out. And I raised my head a lot higher now. Because I love who I am. I am a new mommy. So that's another stage of loving who I am. You know, my body's changed, my mind changed. My outlook on life has changed. But what it has done for me is put me in a perspective of like, listen, love on yourself and love on others who around you are going through some of the same things you may not even though what every day.   Michael Hingson  06:49 So do you consider eczema actually a disability? Is it classified as a disability or anything like that? Or do you? No, no,   Rashidah McCoy  06:58 it's a skin condition. It's a skin condition. And for mine, it's a very, I have also sale ptosis. So it's a condition where I lacked the molecule of moisture is held in my skin. So it's not a disability. But for me, it has disabled me.   Michael Hingson  07:13 I'm sure now I understand that. Yeah. So under the like Americans with Disabilities Act, it isn't considered a disability as such.   Rashidah McCoy  07:20 No, but asthma is yes. Yes.   Michael Hingson  07:23 Could always you could always just hold your breath longer, I suppose.   Rashidah McCoy  07:29 Breath in my nose and my mouth.   Michael Hingson  07:33 Yeah, that's gonna happen. Right? Oh, yeah. So you got your bachelor's from Delaware?   Rashidah McCoy  07:44 Yeah. Delaware State University.   Michael Hingson  07:47 Hmm. And then you went on to West Virginia to get your Masters and and what were those degrees in   Rashidah McCoy  07:53 your, my degree from Delaware State University was a mass communications. And my degree from West Virginia University was in journalism with a concentration on international public relations. And my research, it focused on the mentorship and the importance of mentoring young minorities, specifically millennial minorities, as we enter the communications and marketing space, and making space for young millennials, black, brown and indigenous.   Michael Hingson  08:21 So what is fascinating to me about that is that communication is, in some ways has in some ways haven't hasn't changed over the years. That is we still talk to each other some sometimes we talk to each other. And sometimes we don't but but the the methodology or the ways that we have available to us to communicate, certainly has changed a great deal. So what do you think about now we have social media and now we have such ease of access to electronic communications and so on, set a plus that A minus or how would you how would you   Rashidah McCoy  09:01 really in between discuss that? I think is it in between? Honestly, Michael, I think that the spaces that we have have a lot of opportunity to communicate with each other in different forms and fashions. You know, for not only individuals who are in different states and countries on the internet, you know, you can now get your Google in a different language or you can transfer your translate your documents and communicate with people easier. From an app on your phone or even speaking into your phone. You can have it translated. Social media has put us in a in a space where you can look at and talk to your favorite celebrities all the time or keep up with family members. We haven't talked to in years or may not talk to every day, but it has put a pressure on young individuals like myself and my age and the current generation has put pressure on them to live up to what they see in here. In an on social media, you know, you're able to see the BBL is happening, you're able to see the money flow and whatnot. slike easily easy work. You're also a lot of space to see the news and real time, unfortunately, you know, we have, unfortunately and unfortunately, you know, we have police cams on chest now out on their chest, now you can those videos are automatically uploaded, or we can record it on our phone and it's seen or you can go live. Those are moments yes, that are positive for us to be able to fight racial injustice sees, but also those are traumatic for individuals who are black and brown to see those types of injustice happen in the streets in front of you as you try to live a quote whatever normal life looks like for us now, you know, we see it, we hear it, we're around it. But how we consume it, oftentimes can embody us as human beings.   Michael Hingson  10:46 Well, and whether it's black, brown, indigenous or white, for that matter. How are we doing? Or what can we do better? Maybe that's a loaded question. But concerning the whole, the whole issue of absorbing and really dealing with the incredible amount of information that we get today. And you know, what I, what I keep thinking of is and what you just mentioned the news, we get so many videos that we get to look at we we hear so many people talking about different things on the news, or we have so many other ways of getting information like social media and so on. How do we deal with that? And how do we start to learn to put all of that in perspective, as opposed just reacting? Yeah, I mean, it's, it's really love it. I suppose that   Rashidah McCoy  11:37 one? Yeah. Honestly, I think having a balance to the best of your ability. I know we again, mentioning the self care, self care comes in different forms of fashions. It comes in a bubble bath that comes in chocolate, but it also comes in sometimes not opening the Facebook, Instagram or Tiktok app for a week to just Just breathe. You know, it's harder, it's easier said than done. And it's not just the social media. It's, you know, it's the TV, it's a lot at us, and we're still getting newspapers, we still get magazines, we're still gossiping, we're still talk, I think taking that time for yourself, to also figure out what information is best for you in your life. You know, how do you divulge this information and you share it, but how do you also take it in in order for it to be reshard? You know, are you taking that in in the morning, noon and night because it will keep you up at night? Statistics say that you're looking at social media, between nine and 12, you're liable to stay up a little bit longer at night, though, I think is taking that time to figure out how to separate it, you know, what does that mean for you? For me, personally, that means that I try to log off at least by nine o'clock at night, and I still like you know, and just be done with it. For me, I used to when I was an agency like I'm in a larger agency and a smaller agency, we had TVs mounted to the walls were all day CNN, Fox News, ABC, NBC was running. And it was like an overload of information just coming in from around the world, from different places at different times, but different information and different topics. And it was information overload. So for me now being a nonprofit, we're actually going back into the office in two weeks, I actually asked that question I was on their TV in the office, do we have to listen to the news all day? You know, are there certain times we can listen to it on key moment? 6am 3am and 6pm? What does that look like for us five o'clock news. Because you have to watch what you take in because then oftentimes you project that out? And that becomes a part of you.   Michael Hingson  13:44 How do we teach people to do that? I mean, I agree with what you're saying. And so in a sense, I I didn't mean to say it was a loaded question in the try to obviously trap you in something. But how do we teach people what you just said? Because it's so very true. And the other part about it is, you've talked about young people? Well, I'd love to hear your thoughts on older generations and so on and dealing with it. But how do we first of all, just how do we teach people to back off, because so many people have just learned to let all of that overwhelm them. And they get overwhelmed and they react very negatively to it. How do we fix them of that?   Rashidah McCoy  14:27 I think that starts with teaching people how to balance it. I think that starts in the space of understanding yourself and what you're consuming and why. I think when we think about that, go back to the old school moment where you're just jotting down what you're looking at and what you're consuming. You know what how is this information positively impacting my life? Do I need to be on social media for five hours a day? What does that mean for me? sitting back and thinking about you know, taking the moments to block off some time during the day for you to have your scrolling moments, saying what you do for your emails at work, you may set times on your calendar to particularly look at emails in the morning and in the afternoons you can get work done in the middle of the day. Another example, I think, also is taking the time during certain times of the year to reflect also on the in the things that are on your phone, all the apps, you know, we can have the phones and there's 1000 apps on them, take a moment and look and see and reflect like, Hey, do I really need to talk social media, CNN, uh, you know, naming all the apps running down even the games, you know, what is there for me, that is important for me. And I know it sounds selfish, to think about just, you know, consuming that for yourself. But sometimes you have to be selfish in these moments for your own self care and self growth. Because we tend to what you know, what's your take in? And what you put out, you know, how do you speak to yourself, it's also how you grow within your space, you know, those positive affirmations, those positive moments, you're consuming positive content and important content, that you're oftentimes going to kind of reflect that same thing. But sometimes when your content isn't as positive, or it's a little bit harder on whoever you are, what you're doing, it makes you more critical yourself. So just taking those moments. Okay, those are a couple of tips and tricks people can use.   Michael Hingson  16:14 I think you're absolutely right. The fact is, we don't tend to take time for ourselves, we don't reflect at the end of the day, what went on today, how was it? What could I have done that? I could do better? Or even the good stuff? What can I learn from that? We never seem to want to do that. And we just keep going on and on and on. But the reality is, if we don't stop to take time, to reflect, and to process and analyze, and then decide what works, we're just going to continue down this rabbit hole, which is so scary.   Rashidah McCoy  16:53 Yes, terrifying. It's terrifying.   Michael Hingson  16:55 It is. What about older people? I mean, I know that there are more and more people who are getting more accustomed to using computers, although they're a bunch of people who say I'm not going to learn all that newfangled technology and all that. But the reality is, some of them do. And the reality is, but the other reality is it is here, whether we like it or not. Yes,   Rashidah McCoy  17:19 and you have to adjust to it, I have a friend who actually has a business. And what he does is he teaches older individuals how to use technology. He actually does it goes to a library around different parts of his state. And he sets up days out of the month where older individuals 40 Plus can come on in, and he shows you how to set your apps up on your phone. So it shows you how to use the voice notes on your phone. So shows you how to use simple things that we think are simple, but are often hard how to use Google Maps, you know how to go onto your computer and use a Word document and to type something out and use the spellcheck to assist you in your spelling. Or even if you're someone who has to say well how to use the read on your Word document how to set that up on your phone to translate if you may speak a different language. I think that's something that's definitely needs to be considered because technology is not going anywhere. And COVID has high end it for us has high end not only our understanding of the lack thereof, resources to distribute to individuals during a time of technological challenge, but at the same space is like how do we ensure that everyone knows or has access, but it's I know, I see a lot of people who are like my friend doing some of the work in the communities to do that.   Michael Hingson  18:34 I think some people may think me crazy for saying this, but I will anyway, the reality is that we're doing the same things we did 3040 50 and 60 years ago, just using different tools. You know, we used to write things that you said down on paper. When we were students we would turn things in, we didn't have computers to help with a lot of stuff. But the reality is that what we're doing is the same stuff. We're just doing it with more and more efficient information dissemination tools, and it's also allowed us to spread the word to a whole lot more people, which can be a plus and which can be a minus but the reality is communications is still communications and basic process hasn't changed.   Rashidah McCoy  19:21 Not at all. Not at all. It has not I think we've lost the art of just conversations like this, you know, getting on the phone and talking to a friend rather than shooting a text and saying, gee am i i seen a social media post yesterday said it literally said someone texted me said GM Have a good day and they said well General Motors a YouTube you know, take the time to pick the phone up and say Hey, good morning. How are you? Have a great day miss you love you. Okay, bye, you know, take minutes to have that human connection with people. I think we kind of have lost the art of that and I am that person who makes my friends it sounds weird but makes my friend wants to hang up as opposed to Hey, love you. Because you don't know what's going to happen next Tomorrow is not promised. So taking that moment to embrace that old school, quote unquote, community, and old school communications, it means a lot, you know, go visit your friend, you know, they live down the street, don't just text them and say, Hey, checking on you go, you know, check them and set up a time to actually meet and have lunch and have dinner. And as my grandmother was saying, me my say, lay eyes on, you know, make sure they're well, are you well know what someone's really going through. And I think sometimes, we indulge ourselves in so much, from media, to social media, to whatever's around us and happening to us, we forget to check on people, and you that who that human is and what they're going through, because every one is going through something, whether we know it or not.   Michael Hingson  20:53 Yeah, the reality is, again, communication is still the same. It's just that we are we are forgetting part of that. And you're absolutely right. The fact is that that personal contact is extremely important. And there's no reason that we shouldn't be doing it, the art of conversation has really gone away, in a lot of ways. I, it took me a while to get a mystery solved in my life, which is, why is it that we hear about the stories of a family driving down the road, and the kids are in the backseat texting each other? Why did they do that? Why did they do that? And somebody finally said to me something that unfortunately, makes sense, I suppose, which is they don't want their parents to know what they're talking about, which is so unfortunate. And so we're getting away from this whole concept of conversation, and, and trust. Because why should it really matter if your parents know if you really trust your parents? Now, the parents have to earn trust, too. It goes both ways. But definitely trust and respect. Oh, yeah. Yeah. But the fact is that we've, we see people, especially younger people texting, because we don't want our parents or other people in the car to know what we're talking about. Well, that's pretty bad. And we've got to, and unfortunately, I'm not sure how it's going to happen. But someday, that's gonna come back to bite people.   Rashidah McCoy  22:26 I agree with that one friend. I agree with that one. Yeah,   Michael Hingson  22:30 it's a real, it's a real challenge. Well, you went off to college, and then what did you do when you graduated?   Rashidah McCoy  22:35 After I graduated Washington University, I took a fellowship at one of the largest marketing communications agencies in the world. And I was a diversity equity inclusion fellow where I worked there for about a year and I worked under you name it, I did sector health, I did social media, I did marketing. I worked with larger clients, smaller clients, military clients. And after I left there, I continued on to a smaller agency, where I had bigger clients ranging from AON to Budweiser and National Restaurant Association, it was amazing. Being able to work in I call it that the rat race phase I was because it was like, you know, the earlier the better, the later you leave, the better. You know who it was kind of like who can say the longest, you know, who's watching office. So that was my younger face. And I thoroughly enjoyed it gave me a lot of exposure to a lot of different organizations, cultures, languages, media relations, techniques of writing aspects of politics, I got to work with multiple clients at one time, I also got to help mentor and most amazing, young, bright magnet scholars, and help them start their career off. But I'd really ultimately realized like I'm meant to serve. So after I left those agencies, I went to work with migrants or refugees. The one that's how when President Trump was locking down the borders, so I had the opportunity to work with refugees and migrants and tell their stories and give a voice to them. I also got to spend some time in South Sudan, where I got to tell the stories of those individuals that the organization was helping and get money for them to fund different programs to help them with the psychosocial work, to assist them with their rehabilitation programs and stuff. And that was amazing. And then another after that role, I left and went to work with an organization that works for Racial Equity and Inclusion amongst lower income children, to help them have whatever they need to succeed by any means. In school and beyond. And now I'm at the organization that where I'm at now with more than a membership organization bringing together nonprofits, foundations and charitable organizations for the greater good of the US. So I've had a pretty good career along the way, and it has been one that has been up and down, had some challenges in between But the work I do, and I'm still doing is one that's close to my heart. So you   Michael Hingson  25:05 started out at a big company, why did you then go to a smaller company?   Rashidah McCoy  25:10 The closeness, um, I needed more from my team. My fellowship also ended that too. Yeah, that part too. But also, I knew I didn't want to stay in the big agencies because I wanted to be closer to the on the ground work. And for me, that meant more than being at a higher level in that space.   Michael Hingson  25:34 So the whole idea of, of being closer and, and being able to accomplish more, because you were in a smaller organization, where here we go, again, you can communicate with people, we get something done.   Rashidah McCoy  25:46 Exactly. I got to actually go to those meetings and sit one on one with these individuals, and be close to them and talk about their work. And what do you need me to do? How can I help put together strategic plans and alliances amongst partnerships and do media relations for them, develop not only strategic plans, but you know, execute them, you know, develop the social media campaigns and editorial calendars, and put together dei calendars for them and also help them see their work through a dei lens, which oftentimes is ignored. When you're doing storytelling work, you're telling the story of someone else, but you're not allowing that person to use their own voice, when they're telling the story because you're telling their story, which is actually not equitable at all. So I've done a lot of that work to over the past few years.   Michael Hingson  26:34 So as you've been involved in this whole concept of Dei, for a long period, what does that mean to you? As a as an African American woman, what is what does the whole concept of dei mean to you?   Rashidah McCoy  26:54 For me, it means space, to not only have a seat at the table, but have a voice. And it means for me to have a space, have a voice and be able to mentor and bring along other individuals who look sound like me, or who are facing in justices every day. You know, a lot of times I get into the rooms, and I get asked the question, hey, who else is coming? And I'm like, Oh, it's just me. It's little me. I've also been asked, you know, oh, how old are you? You know, I've even had the question. You know, is it just you coming? Are you skilled, do you understand what you're doing? And for me, that gives me a moment of teaching. Because not only do I understand, but I'm good at what I do. And I'm even better at educating and mentoring the young individuals who are coming behind me to do this work, I want them to be better. I want them to have that space and time to ensure that people know who they are. They're educated, and they're self educating. And also beyond inclusion, the word belonging, making sure you have a space where you belong. You get into a room and you have a voice and you're not afraid, a comfortable space, where you can be yourself and do your work in order for you to serve society for a better tomorrow. I mean, it sounds cheesy, but for me, it's that's important to me. You know what, I have a three year old daughter I have a three year old little girl. Her name is Yara and for me I need to make space for Yara Yara needs to be able to walk into a room and not be questioned because she's young, black or excellent. I need for people to understand that Yara and my little brother Rashad have an understanding of who they are, that they stand on the backs of ancestral giants. And they will and can make a difference in this crazy world we live in.   Michael Hingson  28:40 Well, so here's a question. And not not trying to make it too challenging. But nevertheless, it is. So you've talked about dei in terms of race, which is absolutely true. But the problem is that some of us have found that that limits to race. So we talked about a number, any number of people who talk about diversity when we talk about black people and the fact that they need to be included. But the reality is one of the observations and I was thinking about it before we started this interview this morning. One of the things that I find is that people get locked into their particular area of diversity or equity. So the real question is when we're dealing with this whole idea of diversity, equity and inclusion, how do we get people to really recognize there's more to it than just their individual sphere, if you will?   Rashidah McCoy  29:44 Hmm, good question. Thank you for that, Mike. Well, I honestly think it's these open, honest conversations. In some spaces. I am the person to bring the discomfort to the room in a positive manner, of course, but let's have the conversations that it's not thought about just your aspect of dei or of inclusion or where you are me, particularly as a black woman, you know, there's an equities for individuals who are deaf blind who have medical conditions, you know, what does that mean for them? I think having those open, honest conversations, and not only the conversations, but bringing solutions to the table with these individuals of how they want to be talked about how they want to be seen and heard, and work that can be done to address the some of the injustice sees that they face every day, I think can help bridge those, those gaps that we often face.   Michael Hingson  30:37 Yeah, it's a trick. Because mostly, when I ask people to define the whole idea, what do you mean by diversity, they'll talk about race, or they'll talk about sexual orientation, and so on, and disabilities and disabilities usually get left out. And so diversity has kind of been so defined that it leaves all of that out. And I've said that many times on on this podcast before. But the other side of it is that, what do you do if you're going to deal with inclusion? You either are or you're not. And if you're truly inclusive, you can't leave different segments of the population out, but people are so locked into one area of it. How do we get people to really change that mindset? Because, you know, most people who happen to be black or who have a different sexual orientation, just want to focus on that. But we are inclusive, because we include those people, but you don't include the rest of society. How do we how do we really change that idea?   Rashidah McCoy  31:42 I think is, of course, it's going to take time, it's something that will never happen overnight. But I think it has a conversation between those different communities, per se. And then putting forth the efforts for us to put up the work, develop strategic plans, take the time, one by one, to have this conversation in the groups and within the communities and lift them up, you know, going to conferences, meeting like minded people, putting forth those changemakers and influencers and putting them in front of these different audiences and giving them the tools and keys, and also the proper words and terminologies. But in order for them to help us bridge those gaps for belonging, I think the word we need to use instead of inclusion oftentimes is belonging. Because inclusivity is like yes, everyone's here. We're welcome. But do I belong? So I'm in this space? And I'm included? But do I feel as if I belong? Like you said people use the DEI term? And it's like, okay, diversity, equity and inclusion, I'm included in the conversation, as a black woman are included in the conversation as a white man who was blind, but what does that mean for my belonging? What have you done to ensure that when I'm in this space, not only do I have a voice at the table, but you have also done the physical part, and made sure that my voice is heard, or made sure that, you know, there's Braille on the books in our, in our meetings and things of that nature, the conversation goes beyond that. And I think a lot of the work needs to be put forth. And I think the people who have the platforms to do it need to be equipped with not only the resources to do so, but also I think teaching our youth, the same thing, you know, teaching our youth, they, it's not just how you look and what you see about someone that may be a disability, you know, sometimes you can't see someone's disability until they may have a speech impediment, or something of that nature that impairs them from being accepted, or included, are feel as if they belong. So having those conversations with teenagers and myself, for a three year old, you know, my daughter, I have a lot of conversations with her as well, too early, of course, on her own level, but I think that helps as well. And one last thing I think also would be helpful is putting the academic research behind it. putting data in front of people, oftentimes numbers speak volumes, they still do, you know, money, talks, numbers talk, you oftentimes can't ignore the numbers in front of you. And what that means, you know, humanizing those numbers and breaking them down. In order for individuals to understand that, listen, it's not just a black brown thing. It's not just a racial thing. It's not just your sexual orientation or your gender. There's more individuals out there who feel as if they're left out, let's figure out how we can better include them. And what are the next steps to get them in these conversations so that change can be made.   Michael Hingson  34:30 So you and I talked a little bit in the past as we were getting ready and preparing for doing this podcast, about some of the things that are going on when we deal with diversity. You mentioned Rhonda Santos and his idea of banning diversity programs in public schools. Tell me more about that.   Rashidah McCoy  34:50 It's a disturbing pattern for me, that we keep seeing this is honestly like the silencing of black voices and the aggressive attempt to literally wipe out black history, it puts me in a space where I'm one uncomfortable, but to ready for change, it's like come on, are we still doing this years later, because it's also an attack on some of the most vulnerable, marginalized people in history who are still fighting for this. And in that sense, if this attack continues, it then leaves for our younger generations to be ignorant and have a lack thereof of knowledge of the country's history of its own. And then it denies them the skills and understanding to break down this information to make the decisions of how they want to be a part of this change, or if they want to be a part of change, and how to enact change, to change historical things and continue to make a difference. I think that then just leaves people blind and by and blind sighted in the sense of like, how do we then not understand that history is here, history is real. People are in classrooms, and they need to learn about who they are, and where they come from, in order to have a better understanding of where they want to go. And I pulled a quote that I want to share from Miss Janae Nelson, she'd had a New York Times article a couple of weeks ago. She's the president and director of counsel from the Legal Defense Fund. And she quoted and said, students will arrive at institutes of higher learning, Ely equipped to engage with historical fundaments of the fast up foundations of this country, which include and are inapplicable from the history of black Americans. More over it will deny future generations the full story of turmoil and triumph that is in America. And it will also so racial divides that are enabled through white supremacy, which the FBI has identified as a major domestic security threat to thighs. I think that was such a powerful thing that she said in that article. It just literally leaves people without knowledge as they continue to thrive and try to grow and learn. But they don't understand what the who the backs of this country were built on.   37:07 And again, going back to the question earlier, it goes further because it isn't just black Americans or, or different races LGBTQ plus   Rashidah McCoy  37:17 friends or family. Yes, it's not just color.   Michael Hingson  37:22 But we're dealing with a country where the unemployment rate, for example, among employable persons with disabilities, is 65%. Yeah, and, and so that quote is great. But it doesn't include discussing disabilities. And the question becomes why and how do we change that? Because quotes like that, really cover much more than race, color, gender, sexual orientation, and so on. But yet, it continues to be that, that the reality is that one of the very largest minorities in this country are left out that is people with disabilities who make up over 25% of our population. Yeah. And so somehow, the people who champion specific areas of diversity, need to recognize that it goes further. And yeah, that's, you know, that's kind of really the issue that I was thinking of. Hmm.   Rashidah McCoy  38:27 No, I agree with that completely. I think a lot of that conversation has to come from the forefront of just because Janae did speak a larger into her article, as she mentioned, LGBTQ plus individuals, and so forth. But I do think a lot of times, like you said, that ability community is left behind. I think maybe having individuals who are at the forefront, continue to be an influence and speak out on these topics as well, because it is very important that they not be left out of these conversations are the solution as a bigger thing, the solutions are, to me, most important outside of the competence were the next steps, after we had the difficult conversations, and make sure that everyone the proper stakeholders are at the table to make a difference, and have their voices heard. And again, like I said before, and that change from the beginning to the end, but they have to be present in the rooms. And I feel like oftentimes, individuals with with disabilities, excuse me, are often left out of these spaces.   Michael Hingson  39:25 Yeah. So unfortunately, another another thought that comes up with this. You so we've talked about Rhonda Santos, did you happen to watch President Biden State of the Union address, and then the response from Sarah Huckabee Sanders? Yeah, yeah. And so what was one of the major things that Sarah Huckabee Sanders talked about? She was very proud of the fact that after becoming governor, she made sure that critical race theory was banned in public schools, and so on. And so again, we see this continuation of not Recognizing that there have been some significant challenges and blocks thrown in the way of a lot of us by some of the people who should know better.   Rashidah McCoy  40:13 They definitely should know better and should do better,   Michael Hingson  40:16 and should do better. You're absolutely right. But it is one of the things that that we do face. Well, in your job, what kinds of discriminations or challenges have you faced, and how do you deal with them from a standpoint of inclusion or diversity and so on, or   Rashidah McCoy  40:38 out, a lot of times, I laugh because just thinking about it is, sometimes it hurt to remember some of the things that I went through, because it's, it has put me in a space where now as a young professional, I can look back and know that those challenges helped make me who I am as a professional. But I've been told that I've hit plateaus because I could not bring in additional black or brown media hits, or that I was in a space where I was, where it wasn't short, that I still belonged, because I could not provide them black insight. Or I then became the black voice or the female voice in the room as well, too. But also in the same sense, I've gotten a lot of discrimination for being young. I got a questions about like I said, I think I mentioned this earlier on, like, you know, how old are you? Should you be here by yourself? You know, is there someone else coming? That to me is not only disrespect, but what is negating to who I am and the work that I put forth. But when it comes to those moments I've learned over the years, and I will admit at first I was not the comments, Michael. It takes time, that I'm a little older now, I think when people walk into the room, and they do ask who else is coming? You know, is there is it just us or I had asked for my resume and asked for my qualifications before, or spit their accolades to me and asked me to, you know, recite mine back to them. And I have combated sometimes in that sense, where I'm like, Well, I'm a gate scholar, you know, I have a master's degree I've studied in South Sudan, you know, things of that nature. But I've learned to calm it down over the years, and ask them the same question back in a sense of pain. And that place of where you're asking me is a my belonging, let's ensure that you understand that I'm a young professional, and I put in the work. And yes, someone else will be joining us for this conversation. But I am the director in this room. And moving forward, I would like to understand that there's a level of respect that's given. And we returned to you. So I think boundaries are a big thing that I have put forth, as I've gotten older, as putting up boundaries. And also, having people understand that that's not how you interact with people. That's not how you communicate with individuals, as you walk into a room. And the first thing you see is that it's a black woman, or just a woman in general, and you should be condescending, I think taking the time to educate people, but also addressing them and their biases in the most professional and empathetic manner. Because some people just don't know, they should know. They should, yes, they should. But some people just don't know, Michael, and they have gone along so long in life where people have not addressed them or just said, Hey, listen, that was not right, that was not polite. And I prefer not to be addressed like that moving forward. And there's nothing wrong with standing up for yourself in those spaces, or standing up and the next individual in the room. And if you see it happen, address, it helps someone else who may not feel that they have a voice, or that they have been silenced, because I had been that individual who has worked in these spaces, and then had my work taken from me have my credit removed from an assignment or a test or plan or strategy that I've put together had someone else's name put on it, I think is taking the time to address it. And oftentimes asking for help, if you do have individuals who can support you in those moments, whether it's, you know, some friends at work, who've been through the same thing, or talking to HR about the policies that are put in place for these types of moments.   Michael Hingson  44:17 Yeah, tokenism is alive and well in the world and in people's attitudes isn't   Rashidah McCoy  44:24 very much so unfortunately, very much so.   Michael Hingson  44:28 And it is a it's a hard thing to break and hard thing to get people to recognize that we're all people. Because people don't view us all as people and they don't. We haven't taught people to truly recognize understand and accept   Rashidah McCoy  44:51 difference. Exactly. And it has to be taught, hatred is taught, but acceptance of indifference is also Who taught? You know? Have you asked me about my childhood, that was not an easy time being a girl had eczema, it sounds like something to some people very minut. But I had eczema. And I had very itchy, very dry skin, and it was very visible on my face, my neck, my hands, my feet, you know, children are cruel. So when you don't teach your child, how to address someone, or how to talk to someone who looks different from them, or sounds different from them, that child then continues on as an adult, and thinks that those actions are okay. I heard you mentioned in previous podcasts that a child came up to you and said, I'm sorry, you can't see. And I wouldn't respond the same way you can. I'm sorry, you can't see. You know, teach your children to respect people, to talk to people with love. Everything people should do should be left with love. When you open your mouth to communicate, or you write on a pen or paper or you're on social media, remember that the things you're saying to people affect them, there's a person behind that screen, you know, there's a person standing in front of you respect that individual wholeheartedly, and for the entire person that they are. I've leaned on that for a very long time.   Michael Hingson  46:19 And should actually, yeah, I and the issue with that that child. He wasn't he was being a person, I'm sure he will say demonstrating pity where it didn't belong. But he wasn't he certainly wasn't saying it out of hatred. Now his mother almost immediately pulled him away. Which is really the big problem, because having the opportunity to talk to that young man was a good thing. As long as it lasts. Yeah,   Rashidah McCoy  46:52 yeah. And I bet that moment was a teaching moment. You know, I'm sure Chuck said didn't mean it out of harm. But teach your child take that moment as a teaching moment. And you as someone who's calm and loving and willing to teach and has taught many people in spoke about your story, that then put that child in a space where they could learn not only to understand difference, but maybe accept it. You know, acceptance is also another thing when you put someone in a space of belonging.   Michael Hingson  47:23 Yeah, and it as you said, it is a teaching moment. And part of the problem for those of us, all of us who are different, which really is everyone, but part of the problem, for those of us who are viewed as being part of a minority is, and it does get to be hard. Sometimes, we have the opportunity to be teachers and deal with those teaching moments. But it's a tough thing to be patient enough always to do that, too, which is the other side of it.   Rashidah McCoy  47:55 It's easier said than done. It's very easy to say, oh, go ahead and teach, you know, bring our wants to the table, and we'll talk about it. But sometimes those conversations don't want to be had. It may be traumatic, someone may be reliving something, maybe a PTSD moment. And I think that then leaves space for the grace. It's a word that I've used heavily over the past three years, give people grace. Again, you don't know someone's going through, but you don't know how what you may say, may affect them. And they may not be ready to be an advocate in the front that you are, you know, give people time, help them find a different way to make change. It doesn't always have to be through your voice. You know, maybe you're writing a letter to your representative. Or maybe you're you know, you're taking time to have small conversations, or you're seeing something on social media. When you see something that's a great quote or a testimony from someone or a video. That's an education, that's educational. take that time to do that. But don't expect other people to advocate the same way you do. And give them again, Grace, time and space to be ready to have those tough conversations.   Michael Hingson  49:12 Sure, for you who or what kinds of situations have really made you stronger at dealing with this whole idea of diversity, inclusion and equity and social justice.   Rashidah McCoy  49:27 I think a lot of the moments that have put me in a space is being a first generation college student from Pittsburgh. I grew up in our city I didn't have anyone to know, got me through school. So when I did leave Pittsburgh at 18 and go to the go to Delaware State University. It was pertinent for me to go to an HBCU to understand that I'm built and bred off the backs of giants. And I wanted to know who I was before I stepped into a world who may not accept who I was, or may not warmly welcome me, which may not will not, you know as so reality. So that for me going to Delaware State helped me learn the importance of loving on myself as a black woman, and also encouraging the youth in the generations behind me. And putting forth that model as a mentor. For individuals who are going through it with me or after me, I think it still puts me in a space of understanding when I'm in marketing, how to see things through a dei lens and be empathetic to people. Because I do understand what it means to be from a state or a place in a family, where not many of us make it out. So I think that was like my first opening to that. And then it continued on is things heightened, of course, in college when I went to Western University, which is a predominantly white school, I walked to the school and I wasn't accepted automatically by some people. I had different experiences to individuals who were in my cohort. But what that did was that made me want to write about that, that made me want to tell stories about that in a positive fashion and educate people. But then it does sometimes infuriate me when I see the racial and justices that happen in our country, and I have gone to protests after the killing of George Floyd and Trayvon Martin. You know, those moments have made me proud. It made me cry, but it made me work even harder for change, for belonging. And for again, like I said, my daughter cannot hopefully face as much injustice that I had to.   Michael Hingson  51:45 How many siblings? Do you have? Too many? There you go.   Rashidah McCoy  51:50 drive me crazy. Michael. Um, I come from a blended family. My both my fiance and so my mom has my brother in law. And on my dad's side, I have four sisters.   Michael Hingson  52:00 So any or all of them gone to college as well?   Rashidah McCoy  52:04 Yes, my younger sister who's right under me has gone to college. Yes, she is the amazing grad from Kent State University. And she's also in the same sorority Delta Sigma Theta as me so reincorporate it. So we do a lot of work through delta as well. We have both gone to Capitol Hill when we're active when we were active on campus. And she was doing the same work as me as communications and marketing. And it made me proud. I couldn't be prouder of her and all of my siblings.   Michael Hingson  52:31 Well, that's cool. Well, yeah, so you, you now blaze the trail, but others are going to college as well, which is cool.   Rashidah McCoy  52:38 Most definitely. My future husband, his siblings are impeccable to breaking the mold, breaking the cycle. My little brother on his side is also in college, doing amazing work. And just to see them thrive and push through and, you know, call and ask for help about certain things, even a little thing, you know, you don't think college students will ask my like, Hey, I have a question. But can you edit my paper, you know, to me, that's a big moment that I feel good about that, that I have come so far, that not only through education, but experience, I can talk to my siblings and and mentees about the moments that I face and how they can overcome them. And here's some tips and tricks that may help you in this space or just be a listening ear. Sometimes you just gotta be quiet and listen to people.   Michael Hingson  53:26 And so do they call on Big Sister occasionally for advice or guidance?   Rashidah McCoy  53:31 Oh, they do. They do. And some of them have lived with me. So it's quite interesting to help mold them into these young adults and then see them like go into these spaces or call for like, hey, how long should I eat this tomato it? You know, it's been a frigerator. Can I still eat it like, though? But also advice or just how to navigate the office space? Or how to go to college? And how do I organize my time? You know, it feels good. I love that feeling. It's a proud Big Sister moment for me all   Michael Hingson  54:02 that that is great. Well, what kind of advice would you give to other people, young people, but people in general who are facing social injustice or challenges? What What? What would you suggest to them?   Rashidah McCoy  54:18 My suggestion would be to honestly, lead with love. When you face these moments, try your hardest not to give people back the same ignorance or disrespect that they give you. I don't know. It's so hard. So hard. But I think if we put ourselves in these moments where we are ready to make a difference. Sometimes leaving it with a little bit of force is good, but sometimes taking a moment to step back and realize who you want to be in this moment and how you can change that moving forward, I think makes a big difference and how we then move on We're as a country and as a people, as a culture, I think that moment where you have those mums in front of you where you're confronted with it, breathed first, breathe. And think about the next action and how it can affect not only you, but others around you, and how you can take that moment again, and be a change that you want to see. Again, I know it sounds cliche, but take that moment. And if you have the opportunity to do have moments like this and have conversations with individuals like you, Michael, who had different experiences, do it. Have those conversations, go and make change, go talk to representatives, go to Capitol Hill and protest, be a part of your HOA in your community, just little things like that. People think don't have an impact, but they do know.   Michael Hingson  55:52 And be patient.   Rashidah McCoy  55:54 Always, always be patient and give grace. Give grace, don't tell us to give a hug.   Michael Hingson  56:02 Even to somebody you don't like there's nothing wrong with doing that. If you don't start to show the friendship, then they're never going to get the message.   Rashidah McCoy  56:11 Exactly who will. Yeah, I know, my friends laugh at me sometimes. And like you're always trying to help somebody, we can't help everybody. But sometimes you can help one person, if you can help one person, I think it makes a difference. And for me, I have the opportunity to serve through communications and marketing every day, and do the best of the nonprofit sector to help as many people as I can come together to make that change. And for me, that's important. And it's very important that the message that we put out into this world, the messages that people see and read and receive are ones that can change, you know, once that can educate, once that can be of you know, sometimes give a laugh, you know, in these tough moments, but also highlight the difference. And also give people a chance to have a voice and a seat at the table. That is literally important to me and everything I do especially my work as a marketing and communications professional.   Michael Hingson  57:13 You mentioned earlier that you you write some things, have you published anything I have   Rashidah McCoy  57:18 I was low, younger, haven't published anything most recently, but I did have opportunity to publish an article with the Public Relations Society, about the importance of mentoring millennial minority youth. I also have published research from when I got my master's degree. I've also had an opportunity to do some speaking like you might go I'm trying to get on your level. I went back to WVU last year and gave a presentation on you know the balance between racial inequity and trust what that means. I also spoke to some young students and got to help them understand what that means as well. When you're doing marketing and communications. I'm including, again, seeing through talent, storytelling, good the island. So I continue to do some more published research, hopefully, and also some more speaking engagements because I feel like I have a story to tell. And also I want to help other people tell their story.   Michael Hingson  58:13 Well, if people want to reach out and maybe contact you explore your firm or learn from you, how do they do that?   Rashidah McCoy  58:20 Sure, sure. I am on Twitter at Hey_RashidahPR. I'm on LinkedIn as Rashidah McCoy. I also have my own marketing communications agency called Maven Marketing LLC. You can find us online at Maven Marketing four number you.   Michael Hingson  58:37 Once you spell that Maven Oh, sure.   Rashidah McCoy  58:40 No problem. M A V E N  marketing M A R K E T I N G  number four, Y O U@gmail.com. And also.com is the website. So yes, we are here to help. We are a woman led and owned organization. And we see of course, like I said to a dei lens, but we are with you every step of the way. As you decide to, you know, build your communications plan, build your editorial calendars, as you plan events. And we also do a lot of pairing and partnering of the clients that I have and move forward with to do work in the community with individuals who are have different disabilities and who are black brown individuals from the LGBTQ plus community. So we're looking to do more connection and partnership to again make change and enact different voices to be heard.   Michael Hingson  59:32 And by the way, Rashidah is spelled   Rashidah McCoy  59:35 R A S H I D A H  last name McCoy M C C O Y Phillips? Yes. Michael Yes.   Michael Hingson  59:47 Um, but you know, it's the way to get the word out.   Rashidah McCoy  59:50 It is it is definitely get the word out and I appreciate it. I appreciate you helping us spread the word and spread the joy.   Michael Hingson  59:57 Well, I appreciate you being here and spreading the joy and help Need to spread the love. And I hope that you as you're listening out there will follow what Rashidah says and help spread the joy and the love as well. We'd love to hear from you. And I'm sure Rashidah would as well. So please reach out. I'd love to hear your thoughts, please email me at Michaelhi M I C H A E L H I at accessiBe A C C E S S I B E.com. 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America is in the midst of a massive labor reallocation. Employers are struggling to find qualified talent, and employees are trying to keep up with rapidly developing technologies.The solution? Upskilling. Training our future and current workforce with the skills they need to meet these demands. Today, we talk about the steps employers are taking to give their employees stackable skills, how universities and other educational institutions are evolving beyond traditional degree pathways, and the movement of those who want to learn new skills and change career direction. At the table are Colleen Morrone – president and CEO of Goodwill of DE & DE County, and Dr. Darren Blackston, executive director of adult & continuing education, workforce development and training, assessment, and the connected degree program at Delaware State University.

Mike De Sane, co-founder of Divine Sports and Entertainment, was a guest on the BTL Podcast. He spoke on & mentioned that 70% of athletes go bankrupt within three years after retiring from playing sports, and that a large number of these athletes are black. De Sane is on a mission to help athletes in this situation. He is from the Bronx and is a graduate of Delaware State University. De Sane's passion for sports began when he was young and played basketball in his grandmother's backyard. He was inspired to work in sports by a speaker who talked about the business side of sports marketing in a high school marketing class. He truly goes in depth and lets us know, "How The Game Goes". Enjoy! Follow Mike De Sane on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/agentdesane? ___ Follow Kese On Instagram https://www.instagram.com/keseelliottofficial/ Follow BTL Podcast Instagram https://www.instagram.com/btlpdcst/ ___ Subscribe to the Podcast Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/14xq1AH... --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/markese-elliott7/support

Passionate and determined, Nandita Das, a professor at an HBCU, fights to make financial planning more accessible for diverse communities."Once you show your passion, and again, you might have some struggles from your own colleagues, but the administration will see through it. And that's why I kind of smile - because if you are passionate about it, you will have followers and you will have the ability to make a difference."Nandita Das is a professor of finance and economics at Delaware State University and a CFA and CFP holder. She is an advocate for financial education and inclusion in the financial services industry and is dedicated to helping students find their place in the field.Previously a dairy scientist, Nandita Das moved to the US and determined to become a financial planner and ended up starting a CFP program at her university. Now, she is helping her students by providing personal finance classes, internships, and guidance on how to make job descriptions more inclusive. Nandita Das is passionate about helping people, no matter their background.In this episode, you will learn the following:1. How Nandita Das used her passion and qualifications to create a financial planning program at her university.2. How Nandita Das encourages her students to pursue internships and make sure job requirements are welcoming to all.3. How Nandita Das uses her own experiences to adapt her teaching and advice to her students' needs.Loved this episode? Leave us a review and rating here:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/framework-with-jamie-hopkins-ana-trujillo-lim%C3%B3n/id1509592303

As Women's NCAA Triathlon nears the monumental benchmark of becoming a fully fledged NCAA Championship Sport, we check in with one of two Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) with a Division I Varsity Team. This week, Alyssa and Haley welcome the Head Coach of Delaware State University, Hannah Loftus, as well as sophomore student-athlete Chara Hinds.As a very new women's triathlon program, Chara talks about what it was like to join the team with no "older athletes" to guide her. As she explains, this helped to build a certain camaraderie between the team members. Hannah talks about what it was like to take over the team as head coach, and how she works with student-athletes to ensure they are managing their studies and athletics. To donate to the Deleware State Tri Team please see the link below. Choose the designation "other" and type in "771511 - Triathlon".https://www.desu.edu/giving/give-now*** Support the Podcast *** InsideTracker: Get 20% off at insidetracker.com/feistyOrca: Use code IRONWOMEN15 for 15% off at www.orca.com/That's It.: Use code IRONWOMEN to get 20% off your order at thatsitfruit.com This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podsights - https://podsights.com/privacyChartable - https://chartable.com/privacy

GRIFFIN is the product of a historical black college and university (HBCU) education. She received her bachelor's degree from Delaware State University, majoring in sport management, and dual master's degrees (MBA and Sports Business Management) from the University of Central Florida's DeVos Sports Business Management Program.  GRIFFIN has made Central Florida her home and high volume sports event management her passion. With GO Sports, GRIFFIN and her team strategically solicit professional, collegiate and youth sports events that generate economic impact in the Greater Orlando area.  GRIFFIN manages large scale youth tournaments, high school state championships and NCAA national championships. Recently, GRIFFIN was appointed as chair of the Greater Orlando Youth Sports Task Force, facilitating the efforts of over 40 regional leaders in addressing key issues facing youth participation in organized sports.   SEE US NOW!

Welcome back to Environmental Professionals Radio, Connecting the Environmental Professionals Community Through Conversation, with your hosts Laura Thorne and Nic Frederick! On today's episode, we talk with Wesley Knapp, Chief Botanist at NatureServe about NatureServe, Extinct Plants, and Field Stories.  Read his full bio below.Help us continue to create great content! If you'd like to sponsor a future episode hit the support podcast button or visit www.environmentalprofessionalsradio.com/sponsor-form Showtimes: 2:03  Nic & Laura talk about Industry Innovations7:45  Interview with Wesley Knapp Starts12:16  NatureServe15:45  Extinct Plants33:15  Field StoriesPlease be sure to ✔️subscribe, ⭐rate and ✍review. This podcast is produced by the National Association of Environmental Professions (NAEP). Check out all the NAEP has to offer at NAEP.org.Connect with Wesley Knapp at https://www.linkedin.com/in/wesley-knapp-71787221/Guest Bio:Wesley Knapp is the Chief Botanist at NatureServe. Wes has over 20 years of experience working in the NatureServe Network as a Botanist and Ecologist with both the Maryland and North Carolina Natural Heritage Programs. He has extensive field experience across much of the United States and numerous other countries.  His research interests include identifying and preventing plant extinction events and describing undescribed plant species. Wes has a B.S. from Catawba College, a M.S. from Delaware State University, and is currently a Ph.D. student at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.Music CreditsIntro: Givin Me Eyes by Grace MesaOutro: Never Ending Soul Groove by Mattijs MullerSupport the show

Quick Bio:Devin Wilkins, Founder of Meeting Where You Are (MYWA). Devin Wilkins is a native of Baltimore, MD, a graduate of Delaware State University, a member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Inc., and a proud father.Post college, Devin has been actively involved doing community outreach for "troubled" youth. He works with many organizations such as the Baltimore Youth Arts (BYA), and he visits the Baltimore Juvenile Detention Center weekly to have dialogue circles with between 4-10 youth offenders. They discuss life goals, decision-making, and ways that they can make improvements in their own life. He Has successfully created his own organization, Meeting Where You Are,LLC! Through Meeting Where You Are, LLC, Devin continues to mentor the youth in the city and create a safe haven for them to build on ideas and plans they want to make happen.Devin is the creator of The Black Baltimore Renaissance Coloring Book Vol. 1. The coloring book was created to highlight all the greatness that the city has to offer in a fun way. Meeting Where You Are, is a mentorship program for the male youth population in Baltimore City Detention facilities. We focus on reducing recidivism rates amongst the youth through mentorship, opportunities and exposure. We tackle everyday issues through open forum discussions, promote healthy lifestyle habits and connect these young men to other young men from different walks of life that can provide insight on what life could be. Connect with Devin Wilkins! Website: mwyallc.comInstagram: @meetingwhereyouare  

Bio:Ed is a native of Washington, D.C., now residing in Broward County, FL. Focused, hardworking, selfless, and determined is how many who know him would describe him, but he credits much of his success and development thus far to the powerful network he's established.Ed is a graduate of Delaware State University, where he earned his Bachelor's degree in social work, and Towson University, where he earned his Master's degree in Human Resource Development.After deciding to pursue a long-term career in HR, Ed entered a full-time graduate program to expand his HR knowledge while surrounded by like-minded individuals. While in his grad program, Ed gained experience through lucrative Human Resources internships in campus recruitment, talent management, and rewards. After completing his graduate degree, he focuses on Talent Learning and Diversity for Latin America in the financial services industry. Ed currently supports campus talent acquisition in the health services industry.  Connect with Edward Doxen III ! Email: Edward.doxen@gmail.comTwitter: @dreambyanymeansFacebook: Ed Doxen Instagram: @dreamsbyanymeansClubhouse: @ed221LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/edoxen

Settle in, because today's episode of The GIST of It is a doozy. After news of Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady's massive contract to serve as a broadcaster after his playing career ends, Steph and guest co-host Lauren are discussing the myriad disparities in the sports broadcasting world when it comes to contracts for non-white and female commentators. Then after the break stick around for even more WTF news from college lacrosse. Members of the Delaware State University, an HBCU, women's lacrosse team were racially profiled when their bus was pulled over and searched by police last month. Absolutely enraging.  Thank you to Canadian Tire for supporting today's podcast! Canadian Tire's Jumpstart Charities is committed to empowering Girls in Sport and helping kids overcome the many barriers to getting in the game. Support their efforts by checking out their “Keep Her in Play” auction at keepherinplay.ca. Good luck!     Show notes: Here's How Often ESPN Draft Analysts Use the Same Words Over and Over Delaware State player Sydney Anderon's article   More on The GIST:  Subscribe: thegistsports.com/subscribepod Twitter: @thegistpod Email: pod@thegistsports.com  IG: @thegistca @thegistusa