Podcasts about downtown boxing gym

Khali started Downtown Boxing Gym to use boxing as the hook to teach vulnerable Detroit kids about life. Ironically, none of the kids are now using their boxing ring, but their STEAM Lab and other awesome stuff have helped 1,500 kids graduate high school and 98% go on to post-secondary education! Support the show: https://www.normalfolks.us/premiumSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Khali started Downtown Boxing Gym to use boxing as the hook to teach vulnerable Detroit kids about life. Ironically, none of the kids are now using their boxing ring, but their STEAM Lab and other awesome stuff have helped 1,500 kids graduate high school and 98% go on to post-secondary education! Support the show: https://www.normalfolks.us/premiumSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to Friday! On the podcast: Jer shares his experience at Go Comedy! Improv Theater in Ferndale, highlighting its pride-themed event and the importance of supporting independent arts in Metro Detroit. Devon talks about his recent visit to the Detroit Zoo with his daughter, discussing the new attractions and the joy of seeing animals through a child's eyes We discuss Amar Pizza in Hamtramck getting a nod from The New York Times as one of the best pizza places in the U.S. We highlight the $153 million development project at the historic Fisher Body Auto Plant, which will include residential and commercial spaces, set to be completed by summer 2026. Detroit's three new solar neighborhood projects are discussed, focusing on the benefits of converting vacant land into solar arrays and the home improvements for nearby residents. Jer outlines some of the local projects receiving funding from the Michigan state budget, including the Detroit Zoo, Jimmy John's Field, and the Downtown Boxing Gym. That leads us on a sidetrack, getting into the ongoing discussions and differing opinions surrounding the I-375 project and its potential impact. Devon doesn't think it's gonna happen. And we end talking about the implications of Rite Aid reportedly closing all their stores in Michigan, creating pharmacy deserts and the potential for new business opportunities. Feedback as always - dailydetroit - at - gmail - dot - com or 313-789-3211 Follow us on Apple Podcasts: https://lnk.to/dailydetroitonapple Or Spotify: https://lnk.to/dailydetroitonspotify Thanks to our members: http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit

Growing up in Detroit, Khali Sweeney struggled with dyslexia, not truly learning how to read or write until his 20s after his learning disability was written off as a lack of effort from a “problem child.” However, when he began shadowboxing, he discovered an outlet for reaching young people he wished was available to him as a child. As a result, Khali started a boxing gym of his own — one dedicated to giving kids the support that Khali would've greatly benefitted from. Seventeen years later, Downtown Boxing Gym has achieved amazing success, serving thousands of boys and girls ages 8-25 from 35 zip codes and 50+ schools in and around Detroit, Michigan. Khali joins Benjamin to share the importance of uplifting your community and inspiring growth in children by simply listening to them. Follow Benjamin on X: @BenjaminHallFNC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The DBG (you might know them as the Downtown Boxing Gym) is making some big moves supporting Detroit's youth, along with plans for a new facility. Khali Sweeney and Peter Feezey from the organization join me to talk about it more. Then I send you out the door with three stories to know around Metro Detroit. 00:30 - Ad for City Bird - https://www.citybirddetroit.com/ 01:31 - DBG Conversation with Khali Sweeney and Peter Feezey Three things to know: 16:07 - Gleaners has a new store concept to address the growing need for emergency food near Warren and Detroit 17:44 - About 1,000 workers vote to authorize a stroke at the Warren Stamping plant, key to a number of Stellantis brands 18:41 - The office of a U.S. Representative in Detroit was vandalized by protestors Feedback as always - dailydetroit - at - gmail - dot - com or 313-789-3211 Follow us on Apple Podcasts: https://lnk.to/dailydetroitonapple  Or Spotify: https://lnk.to/dailydetroitonspotify  Thanks to our members: http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit  

In this illuminating episode of the Local Marketing Lab, mortgage industry veteran Brian Vieaux shares a fresh perspective on how loan officers can effectively reach and nurture the next generation of homebuyers. With over 34 years of experience and as the COO of FinLocker, Brian offers a wealth of insights on mortgage marketing and how the industry is changing. Learn tips and strategies to foster local connections and build credibility in your community.Here are some topics discussed in the episode around mortgage marketing:Strategies for reaching and nurturing early-journey, first-time homebuyersThe role of local loan officers as trusted financial educatorsLeveraging social media and podcasting to build a personal brandRepurposing long-form content for maximum impactThe value of a collaborative, abundance-driven mindsetResourcesConnect with Brian Vieaux on LinkedIn.Learn more about FinLocker.Check out Brian's book, “Rethink Everything You “Know” About Being A Next Gen Loan Officer“.Check out “Rethink Everything: You “Know” About Social Media” by Kyle Draper.Listen to an episode of The Loan Officer Podcast.Other shout-outsDustin Owen from The Loan Officer Podcast.Learn more about Downtown Boxing Gym in Detroit.

March 20, 2024 ~ Philanthropist MacKenzie Scott is donating $640 million to non-profits around the country, and the Downtown Boxing Gym is receiving $2 million as part of her "Yield Giving" open call. Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie talk with DGB's Chief Advancement Officer Peter Fezzey about the great mission of their Detroit non-profit and its impact on our youth. Photo: USA Today Network

Conversations about diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are essential in every organization. They are also just the beginning of important antiracist work. Today we are spotlighting one charity that goes beyond DEI workshops and is expecting all their staff to join them on an antiracist journey – everyday. At the Downtown Boxing Gym in Detroit, Michigan Founder Khali Sweeney and their Executive Director Jessica Hauser discovered that while their organization had grown, racist practices started to creep in. Khali and Jessica quickly realized that they needed to go beyond a workshop and their DEI policies and protect their staff and the 200+ boys and girls they serve from letting white dominance take over. Today I am joined in conversation with Jessica about what that looked like, what they did and how they continue the work with all their staff and consistently ask themselves: Are we centering the most marginalized voice in this conversation? The Downtown Boxing Gym (DBG) is a nationally recognized, Detroit-based nonprofit organization breaking down barriers and providing vital resources to help students thrive. Now in its 15th year, DBG serves approximately 200 students ages 8-18 with continuing support through age 25, the first years of college and careers. The free, out-of-school time program has a 100% high school graduation rate since its inception. DBG knocks down barriers like food insecurity, transportation, and the digital divide, and provides a holistic, personalized learning plan for each student, enrichment programming, college and career readiness, social-emotional skills building, basic needs support, and so much more. Jessica Hauser is a passionate nonprofit leader and as Executive Director of DBG continues to navigate significant growth enabling the program to serve a diverse and growing group of amazing young leaders. She has a bachelor's degree in political science from Oakland University and completed coursework in International Children's Rights at the University of Michigan. Jessica is a member of the Michigan Afterschool Partnership, a coalition that champions statewide access to quality and equitable out-of-school time programs. She also serves as a board member with the Detroit chapter of Women in Sports and Events (WISE). Over the last several years, Jessica has spoken on panels for Dreamforce Leading for Change, Crain's 40 Under 40, Chan Zuckerberg Initiative's Whole-Child Convening, We Work, and the Detroit Regional Chamber. She has presented DBG's work to graduate students at Cornell University, led a convening about COVID-safe re-opening with the YDRC (Youth Development Resource Center), and led a discussion about the digital divide with Salesforce. Jessica's partner, in life and work, Khali Sweeney is the founder of the Downtown Boxing Gym and had planned to join us in conversation. However, at the time of this recording he was recovering from a concussion and while unable to join us was certainly cheering us on from the sidelines. Every single day Khali and Jessica expect all their staff – just like the kids they serve – to become the next best version of themselves. As you listen, I'm sure you will agree with me that Khali, Jessica and all their staff are having a massive impact in their community. DBG is a fabulous example of an organization that takes care of each other so that they can work together to ensure that every child and staff member who walks into their doors they are treated with kindness, compassion and respect. Links: The Downtown Boxing Gym: https://dbgdetroit.org/  Olaudah Kindness Speech https://dbgdetroit.org/videos/#uael-video-gallery-55ebad5-3 Thank you for making this conversation a priority in your day. We are so glad you are part of our community. Please remember to share, review, subscribe to this podcast. And if you have more examples of organizations that you think we should spotlight next season please do let us know.

Can A Boxing Gym Beat Poverty? Khali Sweeney was going to end up in jail. Then he realized he could make a change. After teaching himself to read, he started Downtown Boxing Gym in Detroit, Michigan. He's helped more than 300 inner-city kids transform their lives, too. Let's see what Khali believes about empowering people to take charge of their futures – especially people society ignores. Subscribe to the podcast: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7eAkovs... Substack: https://believepodcast.substack.com/ Follow Believe!:  Twitter: https://twitter.com/Believe_Pod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/believe_pod/ Follow Doug DeVos: Twitter: https://twitter.com/Doug_DeVos Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doug.devos Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dougdevosamway/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/doug-devos For show notes and more, visit https://thebelievepodcast.com/.

Ski and Jeff hear from Khali Sweeney, Founder and CEO of Downtown Boxing Gym, about his experience building a nonprofit that treats everyone with dignity. Khali designed Downtown Boxing Gym to provide others with the very thing he lacked in his own childhood in Detroit: people who believed in him and his potential. Now, the organization is transforming lives, one at a time, by listening well and giving young people the tools to chart their own path.Hosts for this Episode: Ski Ahmad and Jeff ProctorGuest: Khali Sweeney, Founder and CEO of Downtown Boxing GymProduced by Stand Together and BitterSweet CreativeExecutive Producers: Obiekwe "Obi" Okolo and Robert WinshipEditing, Engineering, and Sound Design: Robert WinshipSpecial Thanks to Producers: Molly Ringel and Elgin CatoSubscribe so you never miss a new episode!  https://standtogetherfoundation.org/podcastYou'll leave each episode with fresh stories, ideas, and advice to shape your own perspective and daily work. Discover the difference you can make when we Stand Together.About Stand TogetherStand Together is a philanthropic community. We help America's boldest changemakers tackle the root causes of our country's biggest problems. Our partners transform their results by accessing our capabilities including funding, tapping into our unique network including Fortune 500 CEOs, civil rights leaders, and hundreds of nonprofit leaders, and utilizing our playbook for applying principles that are proven to help people thrive. Together, we are driving solutions on economic opportunity, education, health care, bridging partisan divides, and dozens of other pressing issues.About Stand Together Foundation and the Catalyst ProgramStand Together Foundation is committed to breaking the cycle of poverty in America by driving change from within communities. We are building a community of social entrepreneurs who believe in people, work from the bottom up, and unite with anyone to do right. Since 2016, we have committed over $120 million and counting to fuel the innovation of nonprofits throughout the country to build stronger, safer communities where all people can learn, contribute, and realize their full potential. Our goal is to help nonprofit leaders maximize their impact to transform more lives out of poverty.

Brian Vieaux's financial services experience includes strategy, business development, sales and marketing, compliance, quality control, and risk management. In building business channels in both large and medium-sized companies, Brian has gained experience in all phases of management and leadership. Brian began his mortgage banking career with Source One Mortgage Services Corporation and was part of the integration team assembled after CitiMortgage acquired Source One in 1999.In 2005, Brian attained the Mortgage Bankers Association industry designation of Certified Mortgage Banker (CMB). Brian is an alumnus of Michigan State University.  Brian is a former RESBOG member and was co-chair of the MBA Wholesale Executive Forum.Currently, Brian is a board member of the Downtown Boxing Gym Youth Program. This non-profit organization has been teaching kids in Detroit's toughest neighborhoods valuable life lessons inside and outside the classroom and boxing ring since 2007.    In this episode Jason and Brian discuss:Transitioning into being a CEO Putting the time into learning moreBeing patient and realisticServing the community  Key Takeaways: Sometimes, the way to growth is through reinventing yourself. Be patient, but be realistic. Invest time in something, but don't let yourself stay on something without progress.Changing people's lives often start a chain reaction of transformation. People you positively influence often influence others positively.  “You have to be willing to work and get dirty. You can't lean on the shovel, you gotta put the shovel in the ground and do the work.” - Brian Vieaux For more about Detroit's Downtown Boxing Gym:  https://dbgdetroit.org/ Connect with Brian:Website: www.finlocker.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianvieauxcmb/ Connect with Steve and Jason:LinkedIn: Jason or SteveWebsite: Rewire, Inc.: Transformed Thinking Email: grow@rewireinc.com  Show notes by Podcastologist: Justine TallaAudio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. You're the expert. Your podcast will prove it. 

In 2007, Khali Sweeney was on a mission - he had a vision for a unique youth program that combined education with boxing. Today, that vision has come to life in the form of Downtown Boxing Gym in Detroit. But the startup process wasn't always smooth sailing (it never is), and a lot of lessons were hard learned.Today, Khali joins the podcast, along with Executive Director of Downtown Boxing Gym, Jessica Hauser, to discuss how companies can build successful partnerships with non-profits. He and Jessica touch on the importance of building a team early on, why shared mission is vital when pursuing partnerships with businesses, and the different ways businesses and nonprofits can work together to leave a lasting impact on those in need.

Everyone told him he’d be dead or in jail by 21. He didn’t learn how to read until he was an adult. Yet Khali Sweeney found a way to not only turn his life around, but also do the same for hundreds of kids. In this episode, you’ll find out how Khali became the Founder and CEO of the Downtown Boxing Gym, a free after-school academic and athletic program in Detroit.Impacting his community was and remains Khali’s singular focus. You’ll find out the mindset it takes to turn a goal into a mission. Khali has received national praise for his work and was honored as a CNN Hero in 2017. He’ll explain his vision for building a team, which starts with one simple question: what brought you here today?

Coach Khali Sweeney, Founder and CEO of the Downtown Boxing Gym talks about the importance of education and investing in the future of Detroit with Lou Goldhaber, EXP|DET Podcast Host and Chief of Staff at Broder & Sachse Real Estate.Follow EXP|DET on InstagramLike EXP|DET on FaceBook

Khali Sweeney has a story that is second to none. He has built a program to help youth succeed in an environment that historically left those children forgotten. Khali put everything on the line to create an environment of success for these children. This is one podcast that we are proud to present! PODCAST: https://www.irepodcast.com/ PODCAST FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/IREPodcast/WEBSITE: https://www.omegalendinggroup.com FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/OmegaLending/ LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/company/omegalending/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/omegalending/

Since 2007 the Downtown Boxing Gym has been teaching kids growing up in Detroit’s toughest neighborhoods valuable life lessons - inside and outside the classroom, and inside and outside the boxing ring. By providing mentorship, tutoring, and basic needs support (transportation and food) for our students, we are able to create a lasting impact that ripples out across the community. There is a woman who helps keep the doors open. Meet Jessica Hauser she is this week's WCSX woman who rocks. (more…)

Since 2007 the Downtown Boxing Gym has been teaching kids growing up in Detroit’s toughest neighborhoods valuable life lessons - inside and outside the classroom, and inside and outside the boxing ring. By providing mentorship, tutoring, and basic needs support (transportation and food) for our students, we are able to create a lasting impact that ripples out across the community. There is a woman who helps keep the doors open. Meet Jessica Hauser she is this week's WCSX woman who rocks. (more…)

Khali Sweeney of the Downtown Boxing Gym Youth Program in Detroit Listen in to the powerful testimony of a great leader, his overcoming a poor education and his will to push for experiences for the kids in the neighborhoods of Detroit. Hear why Khali has adopted the phrase ‘books before boxing.’  This is an incredible story of a true change maker.   http://bonfiresofsocialenterprise.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/Detroit-boxing-gym-social-media.jpg () Introduction Transcript Romy: Welcome back to the Bonfires of Social Enterprise. This is Romy, and we have a real treat for you. We are joined by Khali Sweeney of the Downtown Boxing Gym Youth Program in Detroit.  Khali does not usually do interviews, and he granted us a favor and let’s us in on some of his passion for the kids and the big why’ for the boxing gym. And let me give you a little hint, his why has to do with his incredible testimony that he so humbly discusses. Stay tuned to the end for a great Detroit artist and song. Now, on this episode, we are changing it up a little bit. We have some new voices of the youth engaging with our show for the fun fuels. For all of our Jentzen fans, don’t worry, he is just making room for some of the great kids out there to have a chance to participate. If you have a son or daughter that would like to take part in the fun fuels, email us at bonfires@gingrasglobal. So, our guest today for the fun fuel is Carter Hazen of Midland, Michigan. What do you have for us today, Carter? for the rest of the transcript click here Read Full Transcript Welcome back to the Bonfires of Social Enterprise. This is Romy, and we have a real treat for you. We are joined by Khali Sweeney of the Downtown Boxing Gym Youth Program in Detroit. Khali does not usually do interviews, and he granted us a favor and let's us in on some of his passion for the kids and the big why' for the boxing gym. And let me give you a little hint, his why has to do with his incredible testimony that he so humbly discusses. Stay tuned to the end for a great Detroit artist and song. Now, on this episode, we are changing it up a little bit. We have some new voices of the youth engaging with our show for the fun fuels. For all of our Jentzen fans, don't worry, he is just making room for some of the great kids out there to have a chance to participate. If you have a son or daughter that would like to take part in the fun fuels, email us at bonfires@gingrasglobal. So, our guest today for the fun fuel is Carter Hazen of Midland, Michigan. What do you have for us today, Carter? Carter: This is Carter Hazen and I am bringing you the Fun Fuel for this episode. I did some research on the history of boxing, and, I found some particularly interesting facts about the boxing glove. Accounts of boxing used for entertainment and sport dating back to the Roman Empire. Back in history, rawhide was used to protect the hands of the boxer and, sometimes, weapons were used. Moving forward in history to 1741, a man named Jack Boughton, also known as the ‘Father of Boxing', inspired rules and equipment after he accidentally fatally injured his opponent during his match. He began the writing of rules and experimenting with safer equipment to protect the head and brain. And, in 1865, the boxing glove was approved. Almost 40 years later, in 1904, the sport of boxing held its first match at the St. Louis Olympic Games. More than a century later, the sport continues to thrive thanks, in part, to a man named Jack Boughton, who decided to make change for good. I hope you enjoyed this Fun Fuel… Enjoy the Episode. Romy: Thank you, Carter! Wow, boxing and boxing gloves have come a long way! Now, before we drop in on my conversation with Khali, I would like to point out that we did an episode in Season 1 with his right hand, Jessica, where she talks all about the history of the boxing gym. Just as a recap, Khali is the founder and President of...

Winona Chen of Bike Works talks about the free Triathlon Training at Hapuna Beach Sunday March 19. Get Lavaman ready or just get introduced to the sport. Everyone welcome. 7:30 am. Swim: 1/3 mi, Bike: 12.93 mi, Run: 2.7 mi Not a race, no event timing, but folks are welcome to time themselves. Tips on transitions and questions answered. Winona talks about having been there, done that and why they like to share with others what they have learned. Rich Bell of Bike Works, who is also the Founder-Director of the Hawaii Cycling Club Century Bike Ride on Sunday April 9 at Spencer Beach. Rich talks about why creating the ride to honor his dad and to acknowledge the Hospice care his father and the family received has been . I talk about the 39th Annual Brantley Center Golf Tournament at Waikoloa Village on Sunday April 23. Brantley Center adult day programs for clients with physical, emotional or mental disabilities provide a safe and supportive environment, men and women receive independent life skills and employment training, vocational rehabilitation, and help transitioning into the regular job market. Roland Kaneshiro, 987-7712. I share the story of Hawaii Police Department Community Officer Kapelieli "KJ" Kauahiaua Jr.,bringing back the HI-PAL Youth Boxing Program. He was a participant in one of the last matches in 1997 when the program was discontinued. My friends Khali Sweeney and Jessica Hauser of Detroit's Downtown Boxing Gym Youth Program were on island and I was pleased KJ was able to create the time to meet up and talk story with them.

Winona Chen of Bike Works talks about the free Triathlon Training at Hapuna Beach Sunday March 19. Get Lavaman ready or just get introduced to the sport. Everyone welcome. 7:30 am. Swim: 1/3 mi, Bike: 12.93 mi, Run: 2.7 mi Not a race, no event timing, but folks are welcome to time themselves. Tips on transitions and questions answered. Winona talks about having been there, done that and why they like to share with others what they have learned. Rich Bell of Bike Works, who is also the Founder-Director of the Hawaii Cycling Club Century Bike Ride on Sunday April 9 at Spencer Beach. Rich talks about why creating the ride to honor his dad and to acknowledge the Hospice care his father and the family received has been . I talk about the 39th Annual Brantley Center Golf Tournament at Waikoloa Village on Sunday April 23. Brantley Center adult day programs for clients with physical, emotional or mental disabilities provide a safe and supportive environment, men and women receive independent life skills and employment training, vocational rehabilitation, and help transitioning into the regular job market. Roland Kaneshiro, 987-7712. I share the story of Hawaii Police Department Community Officer Kapelieli "KJ" Kauahiaua Jr.,bringing back the HI-PAL Youth Boxing Program. He was a participant in one of the last matches in 1997 when the program was discontinued. My friends Khali Sweeney and Jessica Hauser of Detroit's Downtown Boxing Gym Youth Program were on island and I was pleased KJ was able to create the time to meet up and talk story with them.