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The Herle Burly was created by Air Quotes Media with support from our presenting sponsor TELUS, as well as CN Rail.Greetings you curiouser and curiouser Herle Burly-ites. An auspicious pod for you today. It marks a first in the long and storied, yet somehow still dubious history of The Herle Burly.We have the United States Ambassador to Canada, David L. Cohen as our guest. 2 years and 2 weeks into the job! I'd need a whole separate pod to cover off Ambassador Cohen's CV (see official bio below) — it's that long and accomplished.Suffice to say his career has spanned business, law, politics, academia, non-profit and a host of board work. And I'm going to spend some time with the Ambassador on his backstory, so we'll find out more.We're also going to talk his impressions of Canada, U.S. politics and leadership in the world, the future of global trade.Official bio:Before his appointment by President Biden and unanimous confirmation by the U.S. Senate as U.S. Ambassador to Canada, David L. Cohen served as Senior Advisor to the CEO at Comcast Corporation as of January 1, 2020.  He was previously Senior Executive Vice President at Comcast, where his portfolio included corporate communications, legal affairs, government and regulatory affairs, public affairs, corporate administration, corporate real estate and security, and community impact.  Cohen also served as the company's first chief diversity officer.Before starting with Comcast in July 2002, Cohen served as a partner in and Chairman of Ballard Spahr Andrews & Ingersoll, LLP, one of the 100 largest law firms in the country.  From January 1992 to April 1997, Cohen served as Chief of Staff to the Honorable Edward G. Rendell, the Mayor of the City of Philadelphia.Cohen served on many nonprofit boards, including as chair of the Trustees of the University of Pennsylvania and its Executive Committee; as a member of the trustee board and the executive committee of Penn Medicine; as a member of the board of directors and the executive committee of the Greater Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce; as chair of the Philadelphia Theatre Company; as a member of the Board of the National Urban League; and as chair of the corporate board of advisors of UnidosUS.   Cohen also previously served as a member of the U.S. Semiquincentennial Commission.  He also served on the board of directors of the PNC Financial Services Group, Inc. and PNC Bank, National Association.A native of New York, Cohen graduated with a B.A. from Swarthmore College in 1977 and with a J.D. from the University of Pennsylvania Law School summa cum laude in 1981.  Cohen has received numerous honors and recognitions, including Honorary Doctor of Laws degrees from the University of Pennsylvania and Drexel University.  Prior to his appointment to Ottawa, he lived in Philadelphia with his wife.Thank you for joining us on #TheHerleBurly podcast. Please take a moment to give us a rating and review on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts or your favourite podcast app.Watch episodes of The Herle Burly via Air Quotes Media on YouTube.

Jane Frankel is the Managing Partner of The Art of Performance, which provides business education services to help organizations develop and grow through customer and partner relationships. As an Adjunct Professor of Economics at Temple University, she oversees project-based internships and corporate partnerships. Jane is a member of the Entrepreneurs' Forum in Greater Philadelphia, an advisory board member for Temple University's Center for Regional Economics, and a member of the Middle Market Steering Committee for the Greater Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce. In this episode… Women have a competitive advantage in today's corporate environment, with businesses dependent on their autonomy and authoritative decision-making. However, to become leaders, women must discover and own their strengths. How can you harness your mindset to boost performance? With a versatile career in education and innovation, Jane Frankel has identified four components of mindset: goals, values, beliefs, and work styles. Once you've established these elements, you can align them by observing and recording your behaviors and reactions. Gaining full control of your mindset lets you assess opportunities effectively to propel your personal and professional life. Tune in to this episode of the Lead Like a Woman Show as host Andrea Heuston sits down with Jane Frankel, The Art of Performance's Managing Partner, to discuss the fundamentals of mindset. Jane breaks down the difference between mindset and mindfulness, her definition of women in leadership, and how to identify your five “whys.”

Topic: Representative Malcolm Kenyatta - Pennsylvania State Representative for the 181st district – joins Dr. Nii-Quartelai Quartey for a conversation about midterm elections and his latest efforts to call out MAGA Republicans. Bio: Representative Malcolm Kenyatta currently serves as Vice-Chair of the Philadelphia Delegation, as a member of the Governor's Task Force on Suicide Prevention, and on a host of committee leadership positions. As the first openly LGBTQ+ person of color and one of the youngest members elected to the PA General Assembly, he is deeply committed to creating an equitable and inclusive society. As a legislator, he has championed proposals to address generational poverty, raise the minimum wage, protect workers' rights, increase access to mental healthcare, stem the rise of gun violence, and protect our digital infrastructure. In 2016 and in 2020, he was elected as Delegate to the Democratic Convention, both times garnering the second-highest vote total of any delegate in the Commonwealth. He has also appeared on local and national media outlets to discuss systemic poverty, affordable education and childcare, and making government more accountable to citizens. He was the subject of an award-winning short documentary about his election run, ‘Going Forward' produced by Seven Knot Productions, which premiered on ‘The Atlantic Magazine Selects' in 2018. In 2020, he was chosen by President Joe Biden to give the keynote address at the Democratic National Convention along with a group of other ‘Rising Stars.' He was one of twenty Electoral College votes cast for Joe Biden and Kamala Harris, in Harrisburg on December 14, 2020. Malcolm was deeply involved in fighting for his neighbors from a young age—as a community activist and junior block captain, a former board member of Smith Playground, and a leader of the Diversity and Inclusion Initiatives at the Greater Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce. Malcolm lives in the same neighborhood he grew up in North Philadelphia with his partner, Dr. Matt.

How can coffee change the world? According to Saxby's CEO and Founder, Nick Bayer, it begins with educating young entrepreneurs. This week Laura and Nick discuss how Saxby's is empowering young people to embrace the humanity of the hospitality industry and build a business that creates an impact.   Here are a few things you'll learn during this conversation: How Saxby's created an academic experience while building real businesses Why every young entrepreneur needs a course in critical thinking skills for business How to develop your empathy skills Why Saxby's made B Corp status a priority What you can do to hold your team accountable to your mission and values   During the 24-Hour Influence Challenge, Nick encourages you to respond to all digital communication within 24 hours and evaluate how it impacts trust and relationship building.   Nick Bayer has always been in the business of bringing people together, whether it's as one of Philadelphia Business Journal's "Most Admired CEOs" or as a consummate team captain since Little League. So when he created Saxbys in 2005, Nick never really considered it to be a coffee company — instead, it's a social impact company fueled by amazing food, beverage, and hospitality. Saxbys has since grown from one corner café to a nearly 30-unit, Philadelphia-based business with a singular mission: Make Life Better.   For Nick Bayer, “making life better" began by fostering an O.D.D (outgoing, detail-oriented, and disciplined) team, committed to the betterment of the communities it serves and aligned by their shared entrepreneurial spirit and Saxbys' core values. Today, that team spans over 500 members across the Northeast that represent the change-makers of tomorrow. To that point, Bayer introduced Saxbys' pioneering Experiential Learning Program (ELP) in 2015 in partnership with Drexel University — the nation's first entirely student-run cafe where students earn full academic credit and wages through a university cooperative education program.   Bayer's vision for the program is to embolden the next generation of entrepreneurs, providing undergrad students with tangible experience as a supplement to traditional classroom learning. In five short years, one ELP cafe has blossomed to a dozen, with five more partnerships opening in the Fall of 2021.   Nick is currently the Entrepreneur in Residence at Cornell University's School of Hotel Administration, an adjunct professor at Drexel University and the Executive in Residence at Temple University's Fox School of Business.   He serves on the Board of The Franklin Institute, Big Brothers Big Sisters Independence Region, the Community College of Philadelphia, Drexel University's Close School of Entrepreneurship and Drexel's Steinbright Career Development Center, as well as being a Corporate Council Member for the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. He has been recognized as the "Entrepreneur of the Year" by the Greater Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce, EY's "Social Entrepreneur of the Year" and among the “100 Most Powerful Business Leaders in Philadelphia” by the Philadelphia Business Journal.   He resides in Center City Philadelphia with his wife Haley and son Luke.   You can connect with Nick in the following ways: Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nickbayer6/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsnickbayer/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/nickbayer Company Website: https://www.saxbyscoffee.com/   To learn more about Dr. Laura Sicola and how mastering influence can impact your success go to https://www.speakingtoinfluence.com/quickstart and download the quick start guide for mastering the three C's of influence.   You can connect with Laura in the following ways:   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drlaurasicola LinkedIn Business Page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/vocal-impact-productions/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/VocalImpactProductions Facebook: Vocal Impact Productions Twitter: @Laura Sicola  Instagram: @VocalImpactProductionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Name: Joseph AristoneCurrent title: Executive Vice President and Head of LeasingCurrent organisation: PREITJoe Aristone is the Executive Vice President and Head of Leasing for Pennsylvania Real Estate Investment Trust, where he has worked since 1994. Joe is responsible for overseeing the Leasing function for the Company's portfolio of 24 malls, accounting for approximately $218 million in net operating income. In this capacity, Joe manages a staff of 22 including 4 Regional VPs and 14 Leasing Representatives. Joe is responsible for establishing the vision and executing on the strategic direction for each mall including, tenant merchant mix and financial deliverables.Prior to assuming this role, Joe was the VP of Big Box and Outparcel Leasing where he completed in excess of 2 million square feet of transactions with national tenants including: Kohl's, PetSmart, Best Buy, Bed Bath & Beyond, Dick's Sporting Goods, Ross Dress for Less, Marshall's, Eastern Mountain Sports, Barnes & Noble, Staples, Olive Garden, PF Chang's, California Pizza Kitchen and Capital Grille.Joe led the Leasing Integration Team during a major merger of two multi-billion dollar publicly traded companies which resulted in the creation of the Pennsylvania Real Estate Investment Trust.Joe also has an extensive background in Office Leasing and has previously been involved with the landlord representation of multiple office buildings throughout the Philadelphia market including: Mellon Bank Center, 210 Washington Square, 400 Market Street, One Penn Center, and The Bellevue, where he executed several hundred thousand square feet of transactions.Joe has been involved in a number of civic oriented activities and served as Chairman of The Board of Oaks Integrated Care, a non-profit with an annual budget of $100 million dollars providing behavioral health services to adults, children & families.  Joe also served as a founding member of the Board of Directors for the Old City Special Services District and served on the Board of Directors for Leadership, Inc., one of the preeminent non-profit leadership development organizations in the Philadelphia region, from 2004-2010.He has also been an active volunteer for a number of business advocacy groups including serving as a Vice Chair for the Greater Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce's membership drive.Joe also was appointed by and served on Moorestown Town Council Economic Development Advisory Council for Moorestown, New Jersey, Board of Trustees for Moorestown Education Foundation (an affiliate of the Moorestown Board of Education). Joe is also on the Editorial Advisory Board for SJ Magazine.Joe is a graduate of Dickinson College in Carlisle, PA.

24. Make Life Better: "B" the Force for Good. Part 2 ”Those who really want to have a successful career at Saxbys thrive because they get so much feedback, because we communicate so openly with such are. We care about ourselves and our own reputations and about you as a fellow member of the Saxbys’ tribe.”  Guest Info: Nick Bayer has always been in the business of bringing people together, whether it’s as one of Philadelphia Business Journal’s "Most Admired CEOs" or as a consummate team captain since Little League. So when he created Saxbys in 2005, Nick never really considered it to be a coffee company — instead, it’s a social impact company fueled by amazing food, beverage and hospitality. Saxbys has since grown from one corner café to a nearly 30-unit, Philadelphia-based business with a singular mission: Make Life Better. For Nick Bayer, “making life better" began by fostering an O.D.D (outgoing, detail-oriented, and disciplined) team, committed to the betterment of the communities it serves and aligned by their shared entrepreneurial spirit and Saxbys' core values. Today, that team spans over 500 members across the Northeast that represent the change-makers of tomorrow. To that point, Bayer introduced Saxbys’ pioneering Experiential Learning Program (ELP) in 2015 in partnership with Drexel University — the nation’s first entirely student-run cafe where students earn full academic credit and wages through a university cooperative education program. Bayer’s vision for the program is to embolden the next generation of entrepreneurs, providing undergrad students with tangible experience as a supplement to traditional classroom learning. In five short years, one ELP cafe has blossomed to a dozen, with several more planned to open in the near future. Nick is currently the Entrepreneur in Residence at Cornell University’s School of Hotel Administration, an adjunct professor at Drexel University and the Executive in Residence at Temple University's Fox School of Business. He serves on the Board of The Franklin Institute, Big Brothers Big Sisters Independence Region, the Community College of Philadelphia, Drexel University’s Close School of Entrepreneurship and Drexel’s Steinbright Career Development Center, as well as being a Corporate Council Member for the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. In 2017, he was named the "Entrepreneur of the Year" by the Greater Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce as well as EY’s "Social Entrepreneur of the Year." He resides in Center City Philadelphia with his wife and son. Favorite Quote: "The world happens for you, not to you." Resources: Nick on LinkedIn Twitter: @nickbayer, @Saxbys SaxybsCoffee.com B Corp Certification Announcement Shannon Cassidy on YouTube For more information about R.O.G. Return on Generosity and host Shannon Cassidy, visit bridgebetween.com Credits: Nick Bayer, Saxbys. Production team: Nani Shin, Sheep Jam Productions, qodpod

On today's episode, Ami Kassar interviews Lynn Ozer, the new President of MultiFunding on her transition from the corporate banking world to the more entrepreneurial MultiFunding. Lynn Ozer is a strategic and highly accomplished financial executive with vast expertise in small business lending departments, training existing and aspiring lenders on SBA's loan origination policies and procedures, and advocating on local and national level for policies that prioritize small business. To this day, she serves on the Small Business Board of The Greater Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce. As the first woman to chair the board of the National Association of Government Guaranteed Lenders (NAGGL), Lynn continues to instruct lenders for NAGGL and actively participates by serving on the government relations, technical issues and executive committees. In doing so, she has remained involved at a national level advocating for small businesses and monitoring the issues and trends in the industry. She has established capabilities in sales, credit, portfolio management, liquidation, and operations. She leverages outstanding leadership and communication skills to present opportunities to executive teams and cultivates relationships with key business partners. Lynn is a driven and focused top-performer who drives the ownership of business results, capitalizes on lucrative new opportunities, and consistently exceeds goals. Up until now, Lynn's career, which started with a 5 year stint at the SBA, consisted of managing all aspects of SBA lending departments in community and regional banks. Lynn managed the SBA Lending Departments at Fulton Bank, Bucks County Bank, CoreStates, Jefferson Bank, Hudson United Bank, Patriot Bank and Susquehanna Bank. Her recent decision to join MultiFunding LLC emanated from a desire to become more personally involved with business owners. Now, she is able to help educate, structure and find creative financing solutions for business owners that extends beyond one banks credit box. Lynn now has the opportunity to help other lenders with loans they may be struggling to find a home for. If you are that lender, or an entrepreneur struggling with financing options, please contact MultiFunding as we would love to work with you.

23. Make Life Better: "B" the Force for Good. Part 1 "If we got a bunch of people who look differently and think differently but have the same heart and soul, the same motivation to make life better for others every single day, we’re going to be in a really good position to serve our communities quite well.” Guest Info: Nick Bayer has always been in the business of bringing people together, whether it’s as one of Philadelphia Business Journal’s "Most Admired CEOs" or as a consummate team captain since Little League. So when he created Saxbys in 2005, Nick never really considered it to be a coffee company — instead, it’s a social impact company fueled by amazing food, beverage and hospitality. Saxbys has since grown from one corner café to a nearly 30-unit, Philadelphia-based business with a singular mission: Make Life Better. For Nick Bayer, “making life better" began by fostering an O.D.D (outgoing, detail-oriented, and disciplined) team, committed to the betterment of the communities it serves and aligned by their shared entrepreneurial spirit and Saxbys' core values. Today, that team spans over 500 members across the Northeast that represent the change-makers of tomorrow. To that point, Bayer introduced Saxbys’ pioneering Experiential Learning Program (ELP) in 2015 in partnership with Drexel University — the nation’s first entirely student-run cafe where students earn full academic credit and wages through a university cooperative education program. Bayer’s vision for the program is to embolden the next generation of entrepreneurs, providing undergrad students with tangible experience as a supplement to traditional classroom learning. In five short years, one ELP cafe has blossomed to a dozen, with several more planned to open in the near future. Nick is currently the Entrepreneur in Residence at Cornell University’s School of Hotel Administration, an adjunct professor at Drexel University and the Executive in Residence at Temple University's Fox School of Business. He serves on the Board of The Franklin Institute, Big Brothers Big Sisters Independence Region, the Community College of Philadelphia, Drexel University’s Close School of Entrepreneurship and Drexel’s Steinbright Career Development Center, as well as being a Corporate Council Member for the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. In 2017, he was named the "Entrepreneur of the Year" by the Greater Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce as well as EY’s "Social Entrepreneur of the Year." He resides in Center City Philadelphia with his wife and son. Favorite Quote: "The world happens for you, not to you." Resources: Nick on LinkedIn Twitter: @nickbayer, @Saxbys SaxybsCoffee.com B Corp Certification Announcement Shannon Cassidy on YouTube For more information about R.O.G. Return on Generosity and host Shannon Cassidy, visit bridgebetween.com Credits: Nick Bayer, Saxbys. Production team: Nani Shin, Sheep Jam Productions, qodpod

Alan J. Kaplan is the Founder and CEO of Kaplan Partners, an executive search and board advisory firm. Alan launched Kaplan Partners in 1994 after beginning his corporate banking career with First Pennsylvania Bank and Meritor/PSFS. Since then, he has built Kaplan Partners into a nationally recognized boutique firm that has been named five times to the Philadelphia100® as one of the region's fastest-growing private companies. In addition to this, Alan serves on the Board of Directors of the Greater Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce, the National Association of Corporate Directors' Philadelphia Chapter, and the Dean's Advisory Council for the Temple University Fox School of Business. Alan is also a frequent speaker, a guest columnist, and the host of KYW Newsradio's Career Report, a weekly business commentary on leadership and career management. In this episode… The word “fit” is used to describe everything from the perfect pair of jeans to the new hire for your company. Regardless of what you're searching for, finding the right fit takes time, determination, and a certain level of skill. That's why having a qualified team to help with important decisions like matching the right person to the job can make a huge difference. When it comes to talent acquisition, Alan J. Kaplan understands that finding the right fit is a more involved process than simply matching qualifications. Alan and his team look at everything from company culture to leadership competencies in order to determine a fit that will result in a win for everyone involved. For Alan, it's not about finding a temporary solution. His goal is to create lifelong relationships that benefit his company, the organizations he works with, and the candidates who rely on his matchmaking abilities. On this episode of Level Up, Nick Araco interviews Alan J. Kaplan, the Founder and CEO of Kaplan Partners, about corporate matchmaking and the ever-evolving job market. Alan explains how the pandemic has shifted the way companies are hiring, the impact of recent technology on talent acquisition, and why finding the right person for the job is a complex process. Plus, Alan shares his advice for companies looking to create a more supportive environment for a diverse workforce. Stay tuned!

This episode of Mindfulness Monday with Ora Nadrich features Natalie Nixon! Natalie Nixon, PhD changes lives through ideas. She is a creativity strategist who happily integrates wonder and rigor into her life and work. She converted a 16-year career as a professor into a successful consulting practice. At Figure 8 Thinking, she emboldens leaders and organizations to apply creativity & foresight for transformative business results. Clients have included Comcast, Bloomberg, Vanguard and Living Cities. Natalie incorporates her background in anthropology and fashion, as well as her experiences living in Brazil, Israel, Germany, Sri Lanka, and Portugal to help her clients become more dynamic versions of themselves. She is a global speaker and the author of The Creativity Leap: Unleash Curiosity, Improvisation and Intuition at Work; the editor of Strategic Design Thinking: Innovation in Products, Services, Experiences, and Beyond; and a regular contributor to Inc. magazine on creativity, design thinking and the future of work. Natalie's board experience includes: Trustee of Vassar College; The Philadelphia Art Commission; the Arts & Business Council of Greater Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce; and The Charter High School for Architecture & Design (CHAD). Natalie earned a BA (honors) in Anthropology and Africana Studies from Vassar College; an MS in Global Textile Marketing from Thomas Jefferson University; and a PhD in Design Management from the University of Westminster in London. She is also certified as a Foresight Practitioner by the Institute for the Future. When she's not dancing up a storm in hip-hop class, she's fine-tuning her foxtrot, salsa, and tango on the ballroom floor. She lives in her hometown of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, with her husband, John Nixon, and is the proud stepmother of Sydney. Learn more: https://www.figure8thinking.com/about/

07. A Factory of Lifelong Givers: Quality = Dignity“One of the best things about the Cradles to Crayons model is the fact that it brings communities together to enhance the impact and build a collective generosity…”Guest Info:Michal Smith is the Executive Director of Cradles to Crayons Philadelphia, an organization that provides children living in poverty with the basic essentials they need to thrive at home, at school and at play. Cradles to Crayons connects communities that have with those that need by engaging thousands of family, corporate and community volunteers to collect, sort and pack essential items such as clothing, shoes, school supplies, books, toys and baby supplies for children from birth through age 12, living in homeless or low-income situations year-round. Under Smith’s leadership, Cradles to Crayons works to mitigate the effects of poverty by serving more than 300,000 children across the Greater Philadelphia region through a network of over 275 social service agencies, including homeless shelters, domestic violence centers and foster care, so children and families can have shoes that fit, diapers for newborns and warm coats in the winter.  Prior to Cradles to Crayons, Smith was the director of development and communication at Project Forward Leap, an organization committed to closing the gaps of academic achievement and opportunities for promising inner-city students experiencing serious socio-economic barriers. After moving to the United States, she co-founded Silicon Gallery Fine Art Prints, which became one of the nation’s leading large format fine art digital studios. She served as executive director for The Print Center in Philadelphia, where she advanced the Arts In Schools program noted for introducing inner-city children to art in all its forms. Smith, a native of the UK, is a graduate of London University and North London University, and holds a certificate in Nonprofit Executive Leadership from Bryn Mawr College. She is a former adjunct faculty member at the University of the Arts and a member of the Greater Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce and the Main Line Chamber of Commerce. She serves on the boards of Child’s Work USA, Philadelphia and The Teacher’s Place. In 2013, SmartCEO Magazine recognized her with its Brava Award for top female CEOs.  Favorite quote: "Leap and the net will appear. Life presents a series of opportunities disguised as impossible situations."Resources:CradlestoCrayons.orgCradles to Crayons Now Twitter (@C2CPhiladelphia)For more information about R.O.G. Return on Generosity and host Shannon Cassidy, visit bridgebetween.com.Credits:Michal Smith, Cradles to Crayons, Nani Shin, Sheep Jam Productions, qodpod

Gross bosses, bad teeth and those that abuse the power of being in charge. Gracie dishes all the things during this episode. We have such a good time discussing all the things that went on with her bad bosses (yes there were a few) that this episode runs a little longer, but hey I promise it will be the highlight of your day (dare I say week)?!? Listeners please meet Gracie Jones. Undeniably, Gracie is destined to become a significant force in the event planning realm. A Jersey girl with southern roots, Gracie once dreamed to be a fashion model, which introduced her to fashion designing and later on led her to her first love—event planning. Gracie has been gracing the events field for more than 15 years, working with world-class events and traveling in different places. As evidence of her determination to make her dream a reality, Gracie has successfully established her own company, Opulent Events by Gracie. She obtains a certification in International Event and Wedding Planning Professional (IEWP), equivalence to CMM, CMP and CSEP. Moreover, she's a proud member of MPI (Meeting Professionals International) where she sits on the Special Events Committee as a volunteer and a Greater Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce member. With a specialty and strong background in the pharmaceuticals industry planning worldwide conferences, global workshops, incentive travels, meetings and dinners she have developed international and domestic contacts, where she accomplished several projects worth up to $3 million. As evidence of her accomplishments, she has been featured on daytime news including Philly's FOX 29; as well as on various blogs and interviews by several media outlets. Now, as her passion for life shines through in everything she does, Gracie has carved her name in the industry and is continually making a reputation for herself as a well-versed and success-driven event designer. So, why choose Gracie? Apart from her wide-ranging experience in all aspects of production coordination, event planning, project management, as well as leadership and staff development; she is recognized for her solid commitment to provide the highest level of professional service to her clients at all times which is why she created Opulent Events by Gracie. Opulent Events by Gracie is a full service event planning company based in Philadelphia. From weddings and celebrations to corporate events, combining creativity and attention-to-detail to deliver parties that guest remember. The core value is to give clients the opportunity to spend more time with other important things in their day-to-day activities. Gracie and her team know it can be challenging to find the time to enjoy the journey of the process of an event. They want you to relax and savor those special moments of celebrations with family and friends. www.gracie-events.com https://about.me/opulenteventbyg

Season 2 Episode 23: The Magic School Bus featuring the Downingtown Area School District’s Mobile Innovation Lab | Growing Greater This week we conclude our special series with our Chamber of Commerce for Greater Philadelphia (Chamber)’s Education & Talent Action Team (ETAT) showcasing just how vital talent retention and workforce development are to this region. Our special series has showcased initiatives across the region that provide vital education and skills training programs and on this episode of Growing Greater we look at how young students are exposed to STEM education. Matt Cabrey, Executive Director of Select Greater Philadelphia, a council of the Chamber of Commerce for Greater Philadelphia went to the Brandywine Wallace Elementary School to learn more about their Mobile Innovation Lab, a renovated bus where students get immersed in hands-on STEM learning.

Season 2 Episode 17: Training to the Need featuring Community College of Philadelphia & The Wistar Institute | Growing Greater This week we continue with our special series with our Chamber of Commerce for Greater Philadelphia (Chamber)’s Talent Action Team showcasing just how vital talent retention and workforce development initiatives are to this region. First, Dr. Donald Guy Generals, President of Community College of Philadelphia (CCP) chats with Matt Cabrey, Executive Director of Select Greater Philadelphia, a council of the Chamber of Commerce for Greater Philadelphia, about how students are not only obtaining a world class education, but launching their careers through training programs. Then, Brian Keith, Dean of Biomedical Studies from The Wistar Institute explains how they have partnered with CCP to create the Biomedical Technician Training Program; a program designed to prepare community college students for new career opportunities as research assistants and technicians.

Season 2 Episode 14: Youth Employment & Career Exposure featuring Citizens Bank and CHUBB | Growing Greater This week we introduce our special series with our Chamber of Commerce for Greater Philadelphia (Chamber)’s Education & Talent Action Team (ETAT) showcasing just how vital talent retention and workforce development are to this region. The first episode of the series features Dan Fitzpatrick, President of Mid Atlantic Region, Head of National Industry Verticals at Citizens Bank and Rob Poliseno, Regional Executive Officer USA Mid-Atlantic Region of CHUBB. Dan and Rob chatted with Matt Cabrey, Executive Director of Select Greater Philadelphia, a council of the Chamber of Commerce for Greater Philadelphia, about their early professional journeys and the importance of exposing youth to potential career paths through initiatives like the Chamber’s Future Ready program.

Season 2 Episode 05: Fueling the Future | Growing Greater The way in which we are able to consume energy is diverse, from natural gas, solar energy, nuclear power, to just name a few. This week we continue with our special series with our Chamber of Commerce for Greater Philadelphia (Chamber)’s Greater Philadelphia Energy Action Team (GPEAT) to showcase just how efficient and resilient the energy sector is in Greater Philadelphia region. This week we take a look at two companies that are using innovative technologies to process and distribute diversified energy.

Season 2 Episode 03: The Energy Backbone | Growing Greater This week we continue with our special series with our Chamber of Commerce for Greater Philadelphia (Chamber)’s Greater Philadelphia Energy Action Team (GPEAT) to showcase just how important the energy sector is in Greater Philadelphia region. On this episode we take a look at two key players fueling growth in the energy sector regionally and internationally.

Season 2 Episode 01: The Grid |Growing Greater We are kicking off our second season of our program with a new name, Growing Greater! This week we continue with our special series with our Chamber of Commerce for Greater Philadelphia (Chamber)’s Greater Philadelphia Energy Action Team (GPEAT) to showcase just how important the energy sector is in Greater Philadelphia region. On this episode we take a look at two businesses that employ collaboration to supply energy to their customers, and they use well-established networks, as well as new technologies.

Every year I have the pleasure of moderating the Conversation With the Governor event for the Greater Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce. Governor Wolf was my guest for the fifth straight year, having easily won reelection back in November 2018. We discuss: that odd gubernatorial debate hosted by Jeopardy!'s Alex Trebek, his opponent Scott Wagner, whether being a lame duck will lead to an "unshackled" style of governing, dealing with what may be an even more conservative legislature, his proposed budget and fee for natural gas extraction, losing out on Amazon, forcing communities to pay for state police protection, Philadelphia's new school board, the dire state of Pennsylvania's State System of Higher Education, Lt. Gov. John Fetterman's suit at inauguration, recreational marijuana, raising the state's minimum wage, tightening gun control measures, running for higher office, Howard Schultz, the indictments of union boss John Dougherty and City Councilman Bobby Henon, and whether the Phillies will come up with Manny Machado, Bryce Harper - or both. Recorded at the Academy of Natural Sciences in Philadelphia in front of a packed audience.

Judge Renée Cardwell Hughes is the outgoing CEO of the American Red Cross for the Eastern Pennsylvania region. Judge Hughes is also well known for her work with The Greater Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce as well as the contributions she has made towards the Beasly School of Law at Temple University. In this podcast Judge Hughes talks about the risk and rewards of her career path and also how she earned her own set of pearls. Judge Hughes talks about what matters most to her and why it’s important to always love yourself. Mentions: Conqueror by Estelle and Jussie Smollet Hidden Figures by Margot Lee Shetterly Hamilton by Lin-Manuel Miranda and Jeremy McCarter Team of Rivals by Doris Kearns Goodwin Connect with Judge Hughes: Twitter LinkedIn Connect with nine dots: E-mail Geoffrey nine dots Media Twitter Instagram LinkedIn Facebook

Judge Renée Cardwell Hughes is the outgoing CEO of the American Red Cross for the Eastern Pennsylvania region. Judge Hughes is also well known for her work with The Greater Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce as well as the contributions she has made towards the Beasly School of Law at Temple University. In this podcast Judge Hughes talks about the risk and rewards of her career path and also how she earned her own set of pearls. Judge Hughes talks about what matters most to her and why it’s important to always love yourself. Mentions: Conqueror by Estelle and Jussie Smollet Hidden Figures by Margot Lee Shetterly Hamilton by Lin-Manuel Miranda and Jeremy McCarter Team of Rivals by Doris Kearns Goodwin Connect with Judge Hughes: Twitter LinkedIn Connect with nine dots: E-mail Geoffrey nine dots Media Twitter Instagram LinkedIn Facebook

Our guest this week is 26-year-old Malcolm Kenyatta, the senior coordinator of member engagement for the Greater Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce. Malcolm's job requires him to build and manage relationships with a diverse set of people from businesses all over the city and beyond and it's clearly a role he relishes. As a lifelong North Philadelphian, he not only has a passion for his own neighborhood, but truly understands the history and character of each section of the city and has an uncanny ability to make connections that are beneficial to both businesses and communities.

Lisa Crutchfield, Senior Vice President of Advocacy and Public Affairs Greater Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce: Experienced economics and political expert describes current environment for business in Philadelphia.

We dicuss ways to persevere through life and find happiness. Included are: Suggestions to make it through challenging situations Places to go and things to do to find enjoyment Tips on meeting people and creating positive social interactions In part 2 of our coversation with Sirena Moore she discusses her latest project, It's Not My Fault, It's Just My Time”, a motivational CD. Sirena highlights 10 principles to set your entrepreneurial spirit afire. Sirena is the Owner and CEO of Elohim Cleaning Contractors, Inc. In 2010, Sirena was named Small Business Person of the Year by the Greater Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce. To connect with Sirena visit www.sirenaspeaks.com. To join Love and Laughter throughout the week visit www.Facebook.com/luvlaugh and www.twitter.com/luvlaughter2010.

Tune into The Dedan Tolbert on Wed October 15th at 9pm as I welcome special guest, entrepraneur, Sirena Moore! At the age of seventeen, Sirena Moore, a self motivated, highly ambitious teenage mother entered the corporate world by working for industry leaders such as Williard, Morgan Stanley Dean Witter, Advest and Palm Inc. Her objectives were to obtain the skills necessary to fulfill her dream of becoming an entrepreneur. Ms. Moore has utilized her financial planning; marketing; organizational; and managerial skills, acquired from past employment experiences, to successfully grow a multi-million dollar business in under five years. Over the years, Sirena Moore has received a myriad of certifications and special recognitions identifying her exceptional proficiency in business planning and development, as well as recognition of her efforts in managing one of the up and coming small businesses in the region, specializing in construction field services support. Ms. Moore has been featured in Black Enterprise Magazine (Jan 09 Cover), Philadelphia Business Journal, Philadelphia Tribune, Philadelphia Metro, Construction Today Magazine (Nov. 08 Cover), Private Clubs Magazine, Urban Influence Magazine and many others. Sirena is the youngest board member on the Greater Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce Small Business Board of Directors. She is also a member of the Urban League Young Professionals Philadelphia Chapter. Her lifestyle and accomplishments have been an inspiration to her peers, and the young people she serves. Her innovative techniques and ideas are proven to be irreplaceable and invaluable assets to her business and her community. Sirena's Favorite Quote: “Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for men.” (Colossians 3:23 NIV) Listen to my interview with Sirena on Wed October 15th at 9pm by logging onto DedansPlace.net or calling 646-200-0366