Podcasts about Greater Rochester

Jaime Saunders, President and CEO of United Way of Greater Rochester and the Finger Lakes, joins Rochester Living to share how she and her team mobilize thousands of volunteers, donors, and community partners to create meaningful change in Rochester. Jaime discusses her inspiring journey from working with survivors of domestic violence to leading one of the region's largest nonprofit organizations, and she offers insights into tackling poverty, promoting economic mobility, and building healthier communities. This conversation highlights how collaborative leadership and compassionate action can transform lives right here in Rochester.

ACL's Final Rule notes that State entities shall establish policies and procedures, consistent with State law, to ensure coordination and to detect, prevent, address, and remedy adult maltreatment and self-neglect with other appropriate entities. In this podcast, Jennifer Spoeri, APS TARC Subject Matter Expert will speak with Lindsay Calamia (EMDT Program Manager) and Allison Granata (Director for EMDT Initiatives) of LifeSpan of Greater Rochester's Enhanced Multidisciplinary Technical Assistance Resource Center. For more information on the resource center, please visit www.NYSEMDT.org. For a transcript of this podcast, please visit https://ehc.acl.gov/uploads/January_2025_APS_TARC_Podcast_Transcript_21977f80af.pdf.

Bob talks to Meredith Dragon of the Jewish Federation of Greater Rochester, about the violence in Amsterdam and the U of R posters, Bob talks about two motorcycle wrecks, takes calls, talks about Victoria Jobson, and Claudia Tenney.

Bob discusses the death of Yahya Sinwar and debates callers on the conflict. Later, Lonsberry interviews Meredith Dragon, CEO of Greater Rochester's Jewish Foundation, on the October 7th Hamas attack and stories of families impacted by the war.

Send us a textThis week we have a great and informal interview with Durinda Cisco about the Child Advocacy Center of Greater Rochester. She lets us know what this organizations can provide for the children and the future of where this organization is going. We are excited to help bring awareness and promote this great organization for everything they do. Watch the full interview on Youtube and listen on all major platforms. One Drink PodcastOne topic for One Drink. Topics are different and fun unlike the main media.Gods N GladiatorsCustom Clothing / Wall ArtDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-ytHeiGG6VND5GUmoWij-A

This Week We Are Joined By...  Andrea Tuttle, Talent Strategy Program Manager CampusROC from Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce. CampusROC is an initiative of Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce and OneROC. OneROC is a powerful alliance of economic development organizations dedicated to making Greater Rochester, New York one of the most dynamic and rapidly growing regional economies in the U.S.Support the show: https://www.instagram.com/98pxyrochester/

Pauly talks about the United Way of Greater Rochester's recent announcement to cut back funding for many charitable organizations in the area.Mentioned in this episode:Food About TownFood About Town hosted by Chris Lindstrom, focusing on restaurants, food and drink of all kinds, and whatever topics I want to cover! https://foodabouttown.captivate.fm/Level Up Coffee PodcastLevel Up your coffee game. Wade Reed and Aaron Pascucci, two coffee professionals discuss coffee and the culture surrounding it. https://levelupcoffee.captivate.fm/Sweet Pea Plant Based KitchenBased in Rochester, NY, Sweet Pea is a plant-powered kitchen creating transformative ways of wellness. Harnessing the power of food as medicine, we help you realize your happiest, healthiest self. Use promo code Lunchador15 for 15% off your order! https://sweetpeaplantbased.comJoe Bean RoastersJoe Bean Coffee - Coffee that lifts everyone. https://shop.joebeanroasters.com

In the first hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Thursday, August 15, 2024, we speak with local spiritual leaders about their efforts to heal the community during times of division. We also preview Unity Church of Greater Rochester's upcoming "Prayers for Peace and Unity" events.

Episode Overview: In this episode, George and Nick dive into critical nonprofit news, including Elon Musk's legal battle with a nonprofit advertising group, the financial struggles of tech nonprofits post-pandemic, and a wave of funding cuts impacting local nonprofits. They also share updates on the digital divide and a unique initiative in Kansas to claim unclaimed property for nonprofits. Key Topics and Insights: 1. Elon Musk's Legal Battle with GARM Story: The Global Alliance for Responsible Media (GARM), a nonprofit advertising initiative, has ceased operations due to a lawsuit from Elon Musk's social media platform, X. Impact: GARM's shutdown underscores the immense legal pressures nonprofits can face, especially when challenged by well-funded entities like X. Quote: "It's a tough time to be in journalism, especially for nonprofits trying to report on things... you can weaponize the legal system to file a lawsuit against things that you feel are damaging." Reflection: This case highlights the vulnerability of nonprofits to legal intimidation and the need for financial resilience to withstand such challenges. 2. Tech Nonprofits Closing Post-Pandemic Story: Several tech-focused nonprofits, including Venture for America and Women Who Code, have shut down due to drastic revenue drops following a pandemic-induced surge. Insight: The fluctuation in funding and the inability to scale back effectively post-surge led to these closures. Quote: "There's nothing sadder than actually going out of business because of that moment of success." Reflection: The story serves as a cautionary tale about the risks of rapid, unsustainable growth and the importance of financial planning. 3. United Way Funding Cuts in Rochester Story: The United Way of Greater Rochester and Finger Lakes has drastically reduced funding, approving only $6 million out of $35 million in grant applications. Impact: Essential services like Foodlink, a local food bank, are severely affected, highlighting the ongoing challenges nonprofits face in securing steady funding. Quote: "The trickle-down effect is definitely being seen." Reflection: This scenario underscores the broader economic pressures on nonprofits and the crucial role of consistent donor support. 4. Kansas Initiative for Unclaimed Property Story: Kansas State Treasurer Steven Johnson announced a week-long initiative to help nonprofits claim over $640 million in unclaimed property. Opportunity: Nonprofits have the chance to recover forgotten bank accounts, uncashed checks, and insurance proceeds. Quote: "Don't leave money on the table... check your own stuff." Reflection: This initiative is a reminder for nonprofits to explore all potential funding sources, including unclaimed property. 5. Bridging the Digital Divide in Atlanta Story: CompuDopt is working to provide technology access to families in need, addressing the digital divide exacerbated by the pandemic. Impact: Ensuring access to laptops and Wi-Fi is crucial for educational and economic opportunities. Quote: "Technology access is becoming more and more a differentiator." Reflection: Efforts to bridge the digital divide are essential for equity and inclusion in the modern world.

Episode Overview: In this episode, George and Nick dive into critical nonprofit news, including Elon Musk's legal battle with a nonprofit advertising group, the financial struggles of tech nonprofits post-pandemic, and a wave of funding cuts impacting local nonprofits. They also share updates on the digital divide and a unique initiative in Kansas to claim unclaimed property for nonprofits. Key Topics and Insights: 1. Elon Musk's Legal Battle with GARM Story: The Global Alliance for Responsible Media (GARM), a nonprofit advertising initiative, has ceased operations due to a lawsuit from Elon Musk's social media platform, X. Impact: GARM's shutdown underscores the immense legal pressures nonprofits can face, especially when challenged by well-funded entities like X. Quote: "It's a tough time to be in journalism, especially for nonprofits trying to report on things... you can weaponize the legal system to file a lawsuit against things that you feel are damaging." Reflection: This case highlights the vulnerability of nonprofits to legal intimidation and the need for financial resilience to withstand such challenges. 2. Tech Nonprofits Closing Post-Pandemic Story: Several tech-focused nonprofits, including Venture for America and Women Who Code, have shut down due to drastic revenue drops following a pandemic-induced surge. Insight: The fluctuation in funding and the inability to scale back effectively post-surge led to these closures. Quote: "There's nothing sadder than actually going out of business because of that moment of success." Reflection: The story serves as a cautionary tale about the risks of rapid, unsustainable growth and the importance of financial planning. 3. United Way Funding Cuts in Rochester Story: The United Way of Greater Rochester and Finger Lakes has drastically reduced funding, approving only $6 million out of $35 million in grant applications. Impact: Essential services like Foodlink, a local food bank, are severely affected, highlighting the ongoing challenges nonprofits face in securing steady funding. Quote: "The trickle-down effect is definitely being seen." Reflection: This scenario underscores the broader economic pressures on nonprofits and the crucial role of consistent donor support. 4. Kansas Initiative for Unclaimed Property Story: Kansas State Treasurer Steven Johnson announced a week-long initiative to help nonprofits claim over $640 million in unclaimed property. Opportunity: Nonprofits have the chance to recover forgotten bank accounts, uncashed checks, and insurance proceeds. Quote: "Don't leave money on the table... check your own stuff." Reflection: This initiative is a reminder for nonprofits to explore all potential funding sources, including unclaimed property. 5. Bridging the Digital Divide in Atlanta Story: CompuDopt is working to provide technology access to families in need, addressing the digital divide exacerbated by the pandemic. Impact: Ensuring access to laptops and Wi-Fi is crucial for educational and economic opportunities. Quote: "Technology access is becoming more and more a differentiator." Reflection: Efforts to bridge the digital divide are essential for equity and inclusion in the modern world.

The Break Room was surprised to find out that this is a common activity that people in the Greater Rochester area do in the summer time. 

The Break Room (MONDAY 7/8/24) 7am Hour Includes: 1) If you're using these purely for entertainment, wouldn't it be easier just to buy them rather than make them yourself? 2) This is about as Pittsford as Pittsford gets 3) The Break Room was surprised to find out that this is a common activity that people in the Greater Rochester area do in the summer time. 

In the first hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Monday, June 17, 2024, we talk with YMCA of Greater Rochester CEO Ernest Lamour about his vision and goals for leading the non-profit.

Pauly Guglielmo a former radio personality, entrepreneur and first male member of BOSSING joins Kelly + Kelly to share his success and failures in building Craft Cannery in Rochester, NY. Starting as a home-based business, making sauce in his studio apartment on East Ave., Paulie's story resonate with entrepreneurs and business owners. Through his unique blend of wit and wisdom, Paulie inspires individuals to embrace the challenges of entrepreneurship and find growth in the face of adversity. "I decided in January of 2020 to take that leap." - Paulie Guglielmo Key Takeaways: Embracing Work-Life Balance Challenges: Discover how to thrive amidst the juggle. Emphasizing Intentional Moments: Uncover the power of intentional living for success. Mastering the Art of Learning from Business Failure: Turn setbacks into stepping stones. Addressing and Correcting Behavior: Unlock the keys to behavior change for growth. Overcoming Frustration with Repeated Mistakes: Learn how to break the cycle and move forward. About the Guest: Pauly Guglielmo is the owner of Craft Cannery, the founder of Guglielmo Sauce, and a partner at Red Bird Market, a specialty grocery store in Fairport. A former long time radio host in Rochester, Pauly's company, Craft Cannery, specializing in bottling sauces/dressings for local and regional companies, helping startup entrepreneurs, restaurants, and some of your beloved local brands bring their products to store shelves. Pauly also serves his community as the President Elect of Rochester Rotary, Vice Chair of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Rochester, and as a board member of Rochester Broadway Theater League and St. Ann's Foundation and is a proud member of The Italian Civic League. Pauly lives in Brighton with his wife, Ryann, and 5 year-old son Leo. Title Sponsor: Salena's Mexican Restaurant Episode sponsors: Salena's, Marshall Street, Union Tavern  Focus + Fortify BOSSY Summit in Irondequoit March 11,12 + 18, 19 Music: Do it by Infraction, Mellow Bop by Prigida & You are the best by Cutesy Chamber Ensemble  Produced by JazzCast Pros Resources: Try the saran wrap ball game for your next party. It's a fun and engaging activity that's sure to be a hit with your guests.  Consider hosting a kickball game and picnic for your company Christmas party. It's a cost-effective and enjoyable way to celebrate with your team, fostering a sense of camaraderie and fun. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Scott Delforte Foundation is a non-profit organization that provides local students from the Greater Rochester and Finger Lakes Region the opportunity to participate in winter sports.  The Foundation was formed to honor Scott Delforte, a beautiful person in ever way.  Scott was passionate about skiing and outdoor sports, and it is our ongoing mission to make winter sports available to as many kids as possible.  Since 2005, the Foundation has made it possible for over 700 local students to participate in their after school snow sports program.   Want to help? Visit SD40foundation.org to get more info or to donate!Support the show: https://www.instagram.com/98pxyrochester/

Breezy had the privilege of sitting down with Ernie Lamour, the President & CEO, YMCA of Greater Rochester and Pam Cowan, Chief Experience Officer, YMCA of Greater Rochester for a open discussion about the Y, community, new opportunities and locations and so much more!  Check out all things YMCA HERE  Support the show: https://www.instagram.com/98pxyrochester/

At the helm of The Parade Company since 2009, Tony Michaels is President & CEO of the iconic Detroit non-profit organization and served on its Board of Directors for over a decade. He leads some of Detroit's most storied traditions, including the near century-old America's Thanksgiving Parade presented by Gardner White and the world-class Ford Fireworks, which have both delighted generations of families and resulted in significant economic impact for the region. He has led major growth of The Parade Company with bringing on Gardner White as presenting sponsor of the parade through 2031, one of the oldest in the nation, and attracting top partners and sponsors of Michigan and global companies. He has expanded the broadcast to 185 television markets in the U.S., and under his leadership, the parade is recognized as the Best Holiday Parade in America by USA TODAY. In addition, The Parade Company produces several other Detroit jewels including the Strategic Staffing Solutions Turkey Trot and Hob Nobble Gobble presented by Ford Motor Company, among other year-round events. Tony is a distinguished Michigan business leader and has received a multitude of honors for championing initiatives. Most recently, Tony was named 2022 Michiganian of the Year by the Detroit News, received the 2022 Edward H. McNamara Goodfellow of the Year Award and the Spirit of Detroit Award from Detroit City Council. He is on the Board of Directors for the Detroit Economic Club and Henry Ford Hospital West Bloomfield, and an advisor to non-profit organizations and business and community leaders, including the Community Foundation of Greater Rochester and the Marketing Committee of the Detroit Zoo. He is of counsel to the Woodward Dream Cruise and Brand Advisor to the Detroit Jazz Festival. Previously, Tony was the CEO of Elias Brothers Restaurants from 1998 to 2000, and held that same position from 2001 to 2008 at the newly formed company, which he worked on developing called Big Boy Restaurants LLC. Tony took over Elias Brothers as the company was headed into financial trouble and successfully structured a deal that allowed for the company's assets to be purchased under new ownership. This plan resulted in the company experiencing significant growth, including preserving existing jobs and the disciplined creation of new positions that supported the local and national growth of the brand. During this time, a complete rebranding of the company also occurred. Nation's Restaurant News took notice and named Big Boy Restaurants, LLC as the exclusive winner of the “”Hot Again Concept”” award in 2007. Prior to 1998, he served as Chief Marketing Officer at the company. Tony is a graduate of Central Michigan University with a degree in Business Administration and Marketing. He and his wife Clarice reside in Rochester Hills and have three grown children. Connect with Jon Dwoskin: Twitter: @jdwoskin Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jonathan.dwoskin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejondwoskinexperience/ Website: https://jondwoskin.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jondwoskin/ Email: jon@jondwoskin.com Get Jon's Book: The Think Big Movement: Grow your business big. Very Big!   Connect with Tony Michaels: Website: www.theparade.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Parade-Company/161194990591639 Instagram: https://instagram.com/paradecompany/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/ParadeCo YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzNXA4pQjtyVERcRldrEPIA *E – explicit language may be used in this podcast.  

As Christian coaches we spend a lot of our time asking genuinely curious, open-ended, and exploratory questions so that our clients can wrestle and discover the answers that only they can find. Yet, most of us are not naturally comfortable sitting in question, but instead, prefer rushing to an answer. Today, Nancy Lopez, PCC, shares her own journey to becoming comfortable in questions. Tune in to hear: Why questioning is more than a skill, it's a mindset. The importance of coaching the person, not the problem. How breathing can help center you in the moment. Ways to deepen your comfort level with questions.   About Nancy D. Lopez, PCC Nancy is a former C-Level executive with a diverse background in Human Resources. She is a Certified Professional Leadership, Life and Career Management Coach and carries the ICF Professional Certified Coach designation (PCC). Nancy's demonstrated impact around leadership and career development with corporate professionals has led her to specialize her practice, NDL Leadership, LLC as a professional leadership and career transition coach and consultant. She works with emerging leaders to executive levels and has the reputation as a trusted partner who is approachable and credible. She's also enjoys teaching and is on faculty with the Professional Christian Coaching Institute. Nancy helps leaders catch their breath so they can navigate with clarity the challenges they face. A native Floridian and graduate of both Stetson University (BBA) and Penn State University (MSBA), Nancy resides in the Greater Rochester, NY area with her husband, Wayne and their two children, Nathan and Catherine. Nancy has a passion for immersing herself in God's creation through travel, long walks, bird watching, sunrises, sunsets, good food, great espresso, and savoring moments with her family and friends. You can learn more about Nancy at www.NDLLeadership.com and LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/nancydlopez/ or contact at nlopez@NDLLeadership.com.

The Break Room (TUESDAY 9/26/23) 7am Hour Includes:  1) What is it about where we live that has a lot of people putting less trust in their current relationships. 2) The Greater Rochester area has a lot to offer to those that live here but does it impress people from out of town? 3) This technology has made all our lives easier yet more dangerous at the same time.

The Greater Rochester area has a lot to offer to those that live here but does it impress people from out of town?

In the first hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Wednesday, August 23, 2023, our guests discuss RMAPI's new Unity Agenda and what it will mean for addressing poverty in the Greater Rochester area.

As editor-in-chief of Buzzfeed News and the media critic for the New York Times, Ben Smith had a front row seat to (and a significant role in) the social media-zation of news media. On this episode of “The Glue, with Eric Fingerhut,” Eric and Ben discuss what went wrong, how our fragmented media and social media landscapes pull communities apart and fuel hate, and what we can do about it. Guest Host Karen Elam, who heads the Levine Center to End Hate for the Jewish Federation of Greater Rochester, brings her perspective on how to push back against these trends."The Glue, with Eric Fingerhut," is brought to you by Jewish Federations on North America, the backbone of the North American Jewish community, representing over 350 communities across North America. Find out how you can get involved or donate to your local Federation at www.jewishfederations.org.Executive Produced by Niv Elis. Produced by Mary Rose Madden, maryrosemadden.journoportfolio.com.

The Break Room (FRIDAY 6/16/23) 7am Hour Includes:  1) Despite this day being FOR dads, it never really ends up being all about dad.  2) Knowing this business likely won't up in the downtown area, which part of the Greater Rochester area makes the most sense for it to end up in? 3) The value of flu shoes

Knowing this business likely won't up in the downtown area, which part of the Greater Rochester area makes the most sense for it to end up in?

Our guest is Matt Hurlbutt of Greater Rochester Enterprise (Rochester, NY)(GRE). GRE is an economic development organization committed to attracting new capital investments, creating regional wealth, and new jobs throughout the Greater Rochester, NY region.https://rochesterbiz.com/Hosted by Tamara MacDuff (pickle#1) and Sid Ragona (pickle #2) of Re-Thinking Business: Success Sauce & Two Pickles, Rochester SCORE's weekly podcast.

Episode Description: Rochester, New York is home to 19 exceptional colleges and universities with nearly 74,000 students and over 18,000 graduates a year. Where do these new professionals head to start their careers? Julia Pagano says they should stay right where they are! She leads CampusRoc, a terrific initiative that is proving to recent grads that they should plant their roots close to their Rochester alma mater. About Julia Pagano, Talent Strategy Manager, Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce Email: julia.pagano@greaterrochesterchamber.com LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/jpagan02 Julia has an education and background in Psychology and Higher Education Administration, with a concentration in Career Counseling from Stony Brook University. Over 7 years of experience within many areas of higher education, including student engagement, academic advising, career readiness, residence life and housing, and student conduct. Continuing to work and better understand campus retention and post-graduate regional retention. More About CampusROC: Website: www.campusroc.org LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/greater-rochester-chamber-of-commerce-inc Instagram: www.instagram.com/campusroc Facebook: www.facebook.com/campusroc CampusROC is an initiative of the Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce and ROC2025. ROC2025 is a powerful alliance of economic development organizations dedicated to making Greater Rochester, New York one of the most dynamic and rapidly growing regional economies in the U.S. More About That Sounds Terrific - Host Nick Koziol For more information on our Podcast, That Sounds Terrific visit our website at www.thatsoundsterrific.com and be sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. If you or someone you know are doing some terrific things that should be featured by our show then be sure to reach out by emailing us at thatsoundsterrfic@gmail.com. Special Thank You to Our Sponsors & Key Supporters: Chris Jones of Chris Jones Media for the Introduction and Outro recordings for That Sounds Terrific. Into and Outro animation created in collaboration with Ben Albert of Balbert Marketing, LLC. Boost your business popularity, traffic, and conversions online! The video and audio portions of this podcast are powered by the Vidwheel Creator Network. Join Neil Carrol and be a part of the network that allows you to learn and develop video skills. Make powerful video content while looking terrific on camera so that you can sustain and grow your businesses. Reach a wider audience of clients and partners who need to hear your message and develop the flexibility in your businesses to thrive in a turbulent world. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thatsoundsterrific/support

As Christian coaches we spend a lot of our time asking genuinely curious, open-ended, and exploratory questions so that our clients can wrestle and discover the answers that only they can find. Yet, most of us are not naturally comfortable sitting in question, but instead, prefer rushing to an answer. Today, Nancy Lopez, PCC, shares her own journey to becoming comfortable in questions. Tune in to hear: Why questioning is more than a skill, it's a mindset The importance of coaching the person, not the problem How breathing can help center you in the moment Ways to deepen your comfort level with questions About Nancy D. Lopez, PCC Nancy is a former C-Level executive with a diverse background in Human Resources. She is a Certified Professional Leadership, Life and Career Management Coach and carries the ICF Professional Certified Coach designation (PCC). Nancy's demonstrated impact around leadership and career development with corporate professionals has led her to specialize her practice, NDL Leadership, LLC as a professional leadership and career transition coach and consultant. She works with emerging leaders to executive levels and has the reputation as a trusted partner who is approachable and credible. She's also enjoys teaching and is on faculty with the Professional Christian Coaching Institute. Nancy helps leaders catch their breath so they can navigate with clarity the challenges they face.  A native Floridian and graduate of both Stetson University (BBA) and Penn State University (MSBA), Nancy resides in the Greater Rochester, NY area with her husband, Wayne and their two children, Nathan and Catherine. Nancy has a passion for immersing herself in God's creation through travel, long walks, bird watching, sunrises, sunsets, good food, great espresso, and savoring moments with her family and friends.  You can learn more about Nancy at www.NDLLeadership.com and LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/nancydlopez/ or contact at nlopez@NDLLeadership.com

On this episode Sarah talks with Cheryl Carleton from Flower City Down Syndrome Network.  Cheryl shares her experience as a mother of a child with Down Syndrome as well as the work that Flower City Down Syndrome Network does for our Greater Rochester community.  To learn more, visit:  www.fcdsn.comOr email:  fcdsn21@gmail.comSupport the show

This week on the podcast Mark and Corey were joined by Chuck Hilbert, the Broker/Operating Principal of Keller Williams Realty Greater Rochester.

Rochester and the Finger Lakes are becoming a hub for all kinds of inclusive activities – like biking and kayaking. But some people with disabilities, particularly those in the city, are still being left behind.

TUE 8-23-22 SEGMENT 5-- 3 Things You Need To Know on: primary day voting in Greater Rochester, sentencing for an ambulance thief AND the craziest press conference in Rochester history with the Nicosia's denying and admitting to racism at nearly the same time.

Julia from CampusRoc was on the air to help us Kick off the Weekend! presented by Quicklee's Convenience stores CampusROC is an initiative of the Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce, designed to promote Rochester as an attractive destination for students to attend college and as a desirable community for them to live, work, and play after graduation.The vision is that the Greater Rochester region will be known throughout the country as a center for college students and young professionals.  CampusROC was launched in 2020 as a one-stop hub for college students to connect with others, explore our region, and learn about what's happening out and about in Rochester, NY.CollegeFEST, CampusROC's annual celebration of college students and recent graduates from our 19 colleges and universities, is back for year number two! On Saturday, September 17, 2022, students and grads are invited to experience the best five hours in DT Rochester - explore DT Rochester through interactive games, enjoy live music, raffles, and entertainment, and connect with our region's best employers.Visit www.campusroc.org to learn more about CampusROC and to register for CollegeFEST, and follow them on social media @CampusROC. 

Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter and MCSO Deputy Sanders Tisdale sit down with one of the MCSO Sergeants, Bryan McCarthy, who works out of the Frederick Douglas Greater Rochester International Airport. Learn more about MCSO's role at the airport and how we work in collaboration with the TSA to provide safety and security to travelers and airport employees.

Rochester Business Connections Episode #110 w/ Jaime Saunders, President of The United Way of Greater Rochester and The Finger Lakes - Watch The Full Episode: https://youtu.be/7w0-ynY8L7E - Keep In Touch With Jaime Saunders Website: https://unitedwayrocflx.org/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaimesaunders/ - Listen on… Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/6GIUXbsHXx0…8sQLm6JR2vHOUuIw Apple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/roch…ns/id1537115928 Our Website: www.realbusinessconnections.com – Follow me… Facebook: www.facebook.com/balbertmarketing Instagram: www.instagram.com/realbenalbert Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/balbertmarketing – RBC is made possible by www.balbertmarketing.com

“To have even a brief conversation with artist Michael E. Taylor is to dive headfirst into a deep pool of scientific and intellectual inquiry. Taylor has always been an extremely analytical artist, responding with equal fervor to his intellectual encounters with scientific ideas, art history, philosophy, or current events. Whether inspired by formal quality of geometry, the Higgs boson particle, or the moral implications of artificial intelligence, Taylor's work is ultimately about investigation.” – Museum of Glass, Tacoma, solo show, Traversing Parallels, 2017/2018. Widely-renowned for his cut and laminated glass works, geometric constructions, and fractal abstractions inspired by everything from subatomic particles to music, Michael E. Taylor first used glass while attending a workshop at Penland School of Crafts in North Carolina. He was struck by the material's heat and spontaneity, a dynamic opposite from the deliberate and extended processes for firing and shaping ceramics. Dedicated to art and education for over 49 years, the artist was born in Lewisberg, Tennessee, in 1944, where he initially studied ceramics while working towards a Bachelor of Science in Art Education from Tennessee State University. Studying ceramics honed his intuitive sense of form, color, and design; skills which would later be important to his glass career.  One of the first generation of artists to learn from the founders of the Studio Glass movement, Taylor experienced the early days of glass through interactions with Harvey Littleton, Fritz Dreisbach, and Marvin Lipofsky. As a young student, a Fulbright Hayes Grant to Scandinavia introduced him to the factories of Kosta-Boda Glasbruke and Johansfors Glasbruke, as well as artists of the region, including Anna Warff.  Taylor's artistic career has been intertwined with decades as a university professor, including a more than 20-year tenure as a professor in the School for American Crafts at Rochester Institute of Technology, invited Professor at the Universidade Nova de Lisboa, Faculdade de Ciencias e Tecnologia, Campus da Caprica, Portugal, 2005 – 2013, and instructor at schools in the US such as Pilchuck, Penland, and the Corning Museum of Glass. His career in academia made it possible to experiment and explore new ideas through his sculpture instead of feeling pressure to repeat popular works for monetary sales. The academic setting also allowed Taylor to continue to explore scientific, philosophical, and artistic ideas. While at the College of Idaho and teaching the history of modern art, Taylor's directive led to political and visual expressions of the Russian revolution and artists of constructivism. The hard lines and acute angles of constructivism of the 1920s continued to scientific theory and theoretical physics. Using glass with scientific exactness and austerity resulted in further architectural form and shapes of accuracy. Readings of future science and cultural futurism led to issues of DNA and binary systems as they related to laminations in his work.  Taylor states: “Art reflects thought and ideals of the period in which it is made. It can relate to predictions for the future. My work speaks of the importance of science and technology and its eventual dominance through Artificial Intelligence.” Taylor's honors and awards are many and include the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation Grant, 2009, 2011; Luso – American Foundation Grant, Portugal, 2002 -2007; Outstanding Visual Artist Award, Arts and Cultural Council of Greater Rochester, New York, 2001; College of Imaging Arts and Sciences, Research and Development Grant, RIT, 2000; Grand Prize, The International Exhibition of Glass, Kanazawa, Japan, 1988; National Endowment for the Arts, Visual Artists Forums Grant, 1985-86 and Visual Artist Fellowship, National Endowment for the Arts, 1984-85. Other educational awards and opportunities include a Lewis Comfort Tiffany Grant, Penland School Scholarship, and The American – Scandinavian Foundation Grant. His work can be found in the permanent collections of the Chrysler Museum of Art, Norfolk, Virginia; the National Collection of American Art, Renwick Gallery, Smithsonian Institute, Washington, D.C.; The Museum of Glass, Tacoma, Washington; Asheville Museum of Art, North Carolina; Racine Museum of Art, Racine, Wisconsin; Royal Ontario Museum, Toronto, Ontario, Canada; Glas Museum Ebeltoft, Ebeltoft, Denmark; Kanazawa City Museum, Kanazawa, Japan; and Tokyo Glass Art Institute, Kawasaki-Shi, Japan, to name only a few. Inviting viewers to utilize scientific-like observations to analyze the implications of a rapidly changing world, Taylor's sculpture is both triumphant and cautionary, simultaneously celebrating technological breakthroughs and worrying about their implications. By using glass to make these theoretical connections, the artist inspires contemplation of social and scientific issues and continues to take the material of glass into new expressive terrain. States Taylor: “The race is on in all technological advanced countries for the discovery of human consciousness for AI. I predict it will be the last frontier of human intellect. I have constructed a laminated slab of color blocks which represent the codes for the human consciousness. I see it as a kind of Rosetta Stone of translation from one language to another – binary to English. The RS interpretation of Egyptian hieroglyphics to Greek language allowed us to make the intellectual and cultural jump. “I see Codes as containing the information for making the final leap from human consciousness to that of machines. This will be a discovery of epic proportions. This would be the beginning of a new world of solutions to puzzles such as eternal life, interplanetary travel, and the discovery of philosophic truth for each individual human.”   

Our guest  this week is our very own Pickle Number 1 !!! Tamara MacDuff !! An interview by Sid Ragona about Tamara MacDuff; Owner of NOW Digital Marketing and Chapter Chair of SCORE, Greater Rochester.www.nowdigitalmarketing.usHosted by Tamara MacDuff (pickle#1) and Sid Ragona (pickle#2) of Re-Thinking Business: Success Sauce & Two Pickles. Greater Rochester SCORE's weekly podcast.

Matt and his team of economic development experts have managed hundreds of business growth projects since the organization was founded 20 years ago. Over this time, these companies have spent more than $3.5 billion on new capital investments constructing and outfitting new manufacturing plants and operation centers or updating existing facilities while hiring more than 17,000 people. Matt's presentation includes insights into what it takes to land a business attraction or expansion project and why the Greater Rochester, NY region is poised for even more business growth in 2022.

Jim and Lanie present the outlook of the Rochester real estate market.

Bob Duffy discusses opportunities and challenges for the Greater Rochester region in the coming year. Efforts are underway at the local, state, and national levels to help the Finger Lakes build back stronger than ever. Bob shares details on some of these efforts and engage in a discussion with Rotary about how we can play a role in the recovery and success of Rochester.

Season 2 is off to a HOT start with guest Jaime Saunders, President and CEO of the United Way of Greater Rochester and the Finger Lakes. Her energy sucked us right in for an incredible conversation about what it takes to be a leader today. She spoke about the "Great Resignation" as the "Great Re-Think" for most leaders and businesses.  Jaime's positive mindset, thinking about how she can "leave the world a better place" as a leader in our community here in Rochester. She reminds leaders that they are the followers, the champions, and the cheerleaders to effectively build trust across their teams uniting them with a common purpose. She mentioned that this can all be found in the children's books of old teaching the same lessons leaders need today.  We can be more effective leaders if we "touch the heart before you teach the mind!"

The tragic event at nearby Oxford High School in Oxford, MI led to Mayor Barnett's discussion about grief with funeral director and local community leader John Modetz. Modetz offers advice on how to respond to death -- and particularly the death of a young person -- and how best to support their families and loved ones. Modetz indicated that at a time like this, priorities change. "Everything we thought was so important is so unimportant." Jo Allen, President & CEO of the Community Foundation of Greater Rochester, joined the conversation, discussing ways in which the greater community can help. She speaks about how that help often comes in the form of financial gifts to reputable sources - gifts that can live on and on. This conversation was recorded on December 3, 2021, three days following the shooting at Oxford High School on November 30, 2021.

Our guest this week is Kevin Donahue, Director of Membership for the Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce.https://greaterrochesterchamber.com/Hosted by Tamara MacDuff (pickle#1) and Sid Ragona (pickle#2) of Re-Thinking Business: Success Sauce & Two Pickles. Greater Rochester SCORE's podcast.

The Monroe County Sheriff's Office continues its long-time partnership with the Pirate Toy Fund. The non-profit is dedicated to distributing new toys year-round to children in need throughout the Greater Rochester region.

Pauly chats with one of Rochester's brightest starts, the President & CEO of United Way of Greater Rochester and The Finger Lakes, Jaime Saunders. Jamie has always fought for social betterment, from the time she was a young child, she was starting clubs & initiatives that would very much foreshadow the career that she would set out on. From Foodlink, to Willow Domestic Violence Center, and now United Way, Jaime is one of the best humans you'll ever meet.

Governor Andrew Cuomo urged everyone not to rush to judgment... and instead, wait for the investigation regarding his behavior to play out. That investigation from State Attorney General Letitia James found that the governor harassed multiple women, including some young staffers, and appeared to have broken the laws that his government helped create. Now he faces calls for resignation and an impeachment proceeding. Did the process work? Is this the model for future investigations? Some prominent Democrats say yes: they dislike a rush to judgment, and instead want to see all claims vetted carefully. Our guests discuss it: Bill Johnson, former Mayor of the City of Rochester Jimmy Vielkind , New York politics and government reporter for the Wall Street Journal Mary Whittier , former interim CEO of RESOLVE of Greater Rochester

About Chief Financial Credit UnionChief Financial Federal Credit Union has been meeting the financial needs of our members since 1941. We have proudly maintained locations in Pontiac, MI while expanding into the Dearborn and Greater Rochester areas.The Chief Financial goal is to be more than money. We have placed corporate social responsibility at the core of our foundation and intend to tirelessly work toward making our world a better place.Chief Financial Credit Union is committed to empowering financial success and inspiring creative philanthropy.At Chief Financial Credit Union, "more than money" is not just a tagline. It is the company culture that we have created and the fuel that drives our mission. Our goal is to inspire strategic partnerships between our employees, members, and community partners. We boldly aim to be forever remembered for the good we did, the chances we gave, the opportunities we created and the lives we changed.We believe:Worth is not only measured with a dollar signValue has little to do with a bottom lineWe can change the world one person at a timeTheir core values include:Integrity in all Relationships: Strive to do what is right for the Credit Union, employees and membership with each interactionCollaborate for Growth: Create an environment where everyone contributes equally to the success of the whole and all opinions are given the same weightTransparency on all Levels: Continuous open and honest communication to create trust between the Credit Union, employees and membersSocial Responsibility is Everyone's Responsibility: All employees of the organization should seek ways to help the members of the communities we serve to live a better life each dayDiversity Breeds Creativity: When we open ourselves up to acceptance of different perspectives we allow for new ideas to be createdPerseverance Leads to Answers: Never stop trying to find a solution

A new survey from the RAND Corporation shows that one in four teachers is considering leaving the profession after this school year. That's up from one in six before the pandemic. According to a co-author of the report, "Teachers were almost twice as likely to report that they were experiencing frequent job-related stress as the general employed adult population. And about three times as many teachers said that they were experiencing symptoms of depression as the general adult population.” Now that the academic year has wrapped up for most teachers in the Greater Rochester area, we talk to them about the challenges they've faced, the successes they've had, and the lessons they've learned from teaching during a pandemic. Our guests also weigh in on how they could see the profession changing as a result of those lessons. It's our first in a series of conversations on this subject. Our guests: John Baynes , teacher at Our Lady of Mercy, and Monroe County Legislator in the 18th District

What you'll learn:  How Isaac Heating and Air Conditioning has successfully transitioned into the third generation.  How the Daniele Family manages businesses in two very different states.  What their vision for success is when it comes to family and their employees.  What advice a third generation company would give to a second generation (G2) company with hopes of successfully transferring the family business to generation three (G3)  This week's guests:  Ray Isaac - 3rd Generation President, Isaac Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc.*  Ray Isaac is President and Co-Owner of Isaac Heating & Air Conditioning Inc., a third-generation full service Mechanical Contractor headquartered in Rochester, NY. Ray and his three brothers are partners in the business started by their grandfather, George T. Isaac in 1945, and have grown the organization to one of the premier employers in New York State.    Isaac Heating & Air Conditioning has been selected as a Rochester Top 100 Company seven times in the past 10 years, is a two-time recipient of the Better Business Bureau Torch Award, is a Rochester Business Ethics honoree, and was selected as the Residential Contractor of The Year by Contracting Business Magazine.   Ray and his father Jim are 2019 selections to the Rochester Business Hall of Fame.  Isaac Heating & Air Conditioning is the facilitator of Isaac Tec, a 4-year accredited training and education program, the only such program held by a Contractor. Through Isaac Tec, conducted at the wholly owned Isaac Technical and Education Center, Isaac is transforming the future of education in the skilled trades.  On a personal side, Ray's charitable work has included service as President of the Small Business Council of Greater Rochester, Chairman of The Heritage Christian Services Foundation Board, Vice President of Rochester Rotary, and a member of the St. John Fisher College Deans Advisory Council, among others.  Ray was the National Chairman of the Air Conditioning Contractors of America (ACCA) in 2008, NATE National Chairman of the Board from 2008 – 2011 and is currently on the board of IE3.  Ray has been married to his wife Erica for 25 years and has two sons, Cameron 22 and Zachary 15.    Anthony Daniele - 2nd Generation President, Daniele Family Companies*  Anthony Daniele is Co-President of Daniele Family Companies, a second-generation full service management and development company headquartered in Rochester, NY. Anthony and his brother are partners in the business started by their parents, Mario and Flora in 1969.  Today the company has grown from a single restaurant to a conglomerate of operating businesses and real estate development projects, ranging from Upstate, New York to DelRay Beach, Florida.  Some of the family business holdings include Mario's Italian Restaurant, Bazil and Crab Shack Restaurant, the Royal Car Wash and Southpoint Marina. With the help of his father and brother, Anthony manages a staff of over 180 employees and has cultivated a very successful business.  Anthony is a life-long Pittsford resident and is a graduate from Pittsford Sutherland High School. He attended Auburn University where he earned his bachelor's degree in International Business. Professionally, he is also very active within his community having served as a two-term County Legislator, a member of the Friends of the Pittsford Library, a board member of his church and he is a director of the Anthony Funeral Homes Board of Advisors.   Anthony and his wife Erin have three children, Lauren, Michael, and Bridget. The Daniele's attend St. Louis Church, in Pittsford.  ----- CRN-3346673-112520  *Not affiliated with Lincoln Financial Advisors Corp.   The content presented is for informational and educational purposes.  The information covered and posted are views and opinions of the guests and not necessarily those of Lincoln Financial Advisors Corp.    Michael Palumbos is a registered representative of Lincoln Financial Advisors Corp. Securities and investment advisory services offered through Lincoln Financial Advisors Corp., a broker/dealer (member SIPC) and registered investment advisor. Insurance offered through Lincoln affiliates and other fine companies. Family Wealth & Legacy, LLC is not an affiliate of Lincoln Financial Advisors Corp. Lincoln Financial Advisors Corp. and its representatives do not provide legal or tax advice. You may want to consult a legal or tax advisor regarding any legal or tax information as it relates to your personal circumstances. 

Chief Mark Henderson has 34 years of law enforcement experience. He has held a variety of positions in the Brighton Police Department including Sergeant, Lieutenant, Captain and in July 2010 he became the Chief of Police. Upon his retirement, Mark has taken on his new role with the Jewish Federation of Greater Rochester which includes working with congregations on security procedures and protocols, facility security assessments, and working to instill a culture of security community-wide.   He is also tasked with working with locations that have security vulnerabilities by identifying funding sources to help remediate the deficiencies.  In this episode of The Helping Conversation, Mark shares his vast experience and expertise on the ways in which law enforcement professionals bring their own unique strategies to The Helping Conversation including community relationship building, an understanding of mental health issues and their need for self-care. In his present role, Mark shares all that he is doing to create trust and safety within his relationship across constituent groups by listening deeply, asking questions and being open to learning about and celebrating cultural/religious diversity.