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Hear Argus experts discuss the landscape for sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) demand in the US, with a patchwork of initiatives supporting the market. While the US lacks the federal mandate seen in other regions, various clean fuel credits and programs are incentivizing growth. Tune in to understand the latest trends and future outlook.

Eno and DVR discuss a few news-related takeaways from the first weekend of spring training action including the return of Sandy Alcantara, an oblique injury for Sean Manaea, and Dustin May's push back toward a place in the Dodgers' rotation mix. Plus, they examine a few potential breakout hitters from Eno's recent story looking for bats primed to take a leap in 2025, tough rankings on the hitting side as DVR puts the final touches on his Top 300 hitters, and a few mailbag questions.Rundown3:03 Sandy Alcantara Is Back (and Touching 99 mph)9:54 Sean Manaea's Oblique Strain & Growing Opportunities in Mets' Rotation14:27 Excitement Around Tylor Megill's 2024 Adjustments22:51 Dustin May's Return to the Mound; 2025 Outlook25:25 Eno's Search for Breakout Hitters41:06 Tough Hitter Rankings51:55 Are Projections Missing on Jung Hoo Lee?59:04 Mailbag Questions!Follow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.sociale-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeCheck out Eno's 2025 breakout hitters story at The Athletic ($): https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6151540Subscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisProducer: Brian SmithExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss a few news-related takeaways from the first weekend of spring training action including the return of Sandy Alcantara, an oblique injury for Sean Manaea, and Dustin May's push back toward a place in the Dodgers' rotation mix. Plus, they examine a few potential breakout hitters from Eno's recent story looking for bats primed to take a leap in 2025, tough rankings on the hitting side as DVR puts the final touches on his Top 300 hitters, and a few mailbag questions. Rundown 3:03 Sandy Alcantara Is Back (and Touching 99 mph) 9:54 Sean Manaea's Oblique Strain & Growing Opportunities in Mets' Rotation 14:27 Excitement Around Tylor Megill's 2024 Adjustments 22:51 Dustin May's Return to the Mound; 2025 Outlook 25:25 Eno's Search for Breakout Hitters 41:06 Tough Hitter Rankings 51:55 Are Projections Missing on Jung Hoo Lee? 59:04 Mailbag Questions! Follow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.social Follow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.social e-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.com Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFe Check out Eno's 2025 breakout hitters story at The Athletic ($): https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6151540 Subscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno Sarris Producer: Brian Smith Executive Producer: Derek VanRiper Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Anna talks with Dr. Ameshica R. Linsey, the Associate Executive Director of the GOAL Collective--goal standing for Growing Opportunities for Adult Learners. This local organization acts as a hub that connects adults with the education opportunities available to them, and provides information and connections to services and programs that help to make schooling happen. This includes things as simple as transportation and babysitting.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

deadCenter 2024 ICON Award-Winner Paul Sparks joins The Cinematic Schematic from deadCenter 2024 to discuss revisiting Oklahoma, the upcoming film The Bikeriders, and what it means to be an artist committed to the pursuit of storytelling. The post Paul Sparks Returns to Oklahoma, A Land of Growing Opportunities for deadCenter 2024 appeared first on The Cinematropolis.

Tom Varga is the co-founder and CEO of Biortica Agrimed which operates one of the largest licensed cannabis cultivators under the Green Farmers brand and has acquired a library of nearly 1,000 cultivars through Apollo Green based in Canada. The original Green Farmers facility located in Victoria is a 4,000 square metre state-of-the-art greenhouse that grows medicinal cannabis for the Australian market. With plans for an additional 16,000 square metre facility in the near future. Green Farmers currently has a range of 20 cultivars already brought in from Canada that are available to grow right here in Australia. With over 20 years corporate experience, Tom's journey to the cannabis industry is founded in seeing a friend with cancer experiencing difficulty in obtaining Australian grown, affordable and consistent medicinal cannabis. This informs the Green Farmers vision to deliver better patient outcomes 'one harvest at a time'. In this episode: Green Farmers Facility (1:30) Changing Norms in Cannabis (8:30) The Green Rush (16:00) Green Farmers Origin Story (19:30) The Importance of People in Cultivation (25:00) Apollo Green Genetic Library (33:00)  Australian Cannabis (39:00) Wine 101 Quiz (46:30) Successes and Challenges in Australia (52:30) Greens Legalisation Bill (64:30) Pauls of Wisdom (72:00) Visit www.greenfarmers.com.au Follow @giveandtoke on Instagram Email giveandtoke@gmail.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/giveandtoke/message

Mercia Asset Management PLC (AIM:MERC) CEO Dr Mark Payton speaks to Thomas Warner from Proactive after the specialist asset manager announced it has successfully disposed of its largest direct investment nDreams, a virtual reality studio specialising in developing and publishing VR games, in a profitable sale to diversified video gaming investment group Aonic. Dr Payton starts by giving a brief overview of the business, highlighting Mercia's primary focus on venture capital, which accounts for about half of its capital deployment. Mercia operate across the UK with 11 offices, supporting entrepreneurs and startups. He goes on to explain the background to the disposal of nDreams, noting that the transaction has allowed Mercia to realise a substantial return on its investment. Dr Payton emphasises Mercia's ongoing commitment to the growth of the UK's entrepreneurial ecosystem and their strong belief in the potential of their portfolio companies. Despite challenging economic conditions, Mercia remains active in identifying and seizing investment opportunities, with a focus on long-term growth and support for serial entrepreneurs. The interview concluded on a positive note, highlighting Mercia's role as a supportive investor in the UK's startup landscape, poised to continue backing ambitious entrepreneurs in their journey toward success. #MerciaAssetManagement #ImpactInvesting #VentureCapital #Entrepreneurship #InvestmentOpportunities #EONReality #StartupSupport #UKStartups #InvestmentStrategies #BusinessGrowth #SerialEntrepreneurs #EISInvestment #FinancialOpportunities #EconomicTrends #LongTermInvesting #FinancialMarkets #EntrepreneurialEcosystem #InvestmentInsights #InnovationLeadership #MarketSuccess #FinancialNews #ProactivInterview #ProactiveInvestors #Mercia #invest #investing #investment #investor #stockmarket #stocks #stock #stockmarketnews

In this episode of Inside The Epicenter, we hear from Joshua Fund co-founder Lynn Rosenberg & Esther Kalisher on how they navigated the challenges of living in Israel as believers. They also share what it was like to raise believing children in the Holy Land and the reality that women in Israel have limited opportunities to receive ministry training. Listen to this episode to find out their unique perspective about isolation, making Aaliyah and their everyday experience in the Epicenter! Isolation and the Growing Opportunities for the Next Generation of Believers in Israel (03:12) Lynn Rosenberg on Making Aliyah (10:54) Challenging Transition, Tight-Knit Community, Finding Identity (13:58) Their Support Systems (18:59)Trust vs. Control (20:58) Ministry Training for Women in Israel (24:07)   Learn more about The Joshua Fund Make a tax-deductible donation The Joshua Fund Stock Media provided by DimmySad/Pond5     Related Episodes: Connecting with the Heart of Jesus: Aaron Shust's Musical and Spiritual Path #114 How to Make God's Love Visible in the Middle East #112 Israel: The Great Apologetic #110 The Joshua Fund's Origin Story #107 Why We Support, Serve, and Love The Joshua Fund: Larry & Autumn Ross #105 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Starkey President and CEO Brandon Sawalich stopped by the podcast this month to highlight growing opportunities for hearing healthcare professionals to help more people than ever before. This May, which is the first Better Hearing and Speech Month since the FDA created a new category for OTC hearing aids, Sawalich reflects on how hearing healthcare professionals can take advantage of OTC as a steppingstone towards greater awareness about hearing health. He and Dave also chat about Starkey's latest hearing technology, Genesis AI, and how it stands up to the competition.   Link to Full Transcript 

Dr. Brad Miller, Tennessee Elk Program Leader, joins us this week for another WildCast from Hatfield Knob. Brad and the crew on North Cumberland work all year long to help grow and keep Tennessee's elk herd strong. Tune in to learn more about elk studies and all opportunities on North Cumberland WMA. #tnwildlife #gooutdoorstennessee #tnwildcast tnwildlife.org

Today we have a 404, as in the 404th edition of Charlottesville Community Engagement. Hopefully this online-only information content is what you’re expecting, whether it’s your first time reading or listening or if you’re a regular by now. I’m your host Sean Tubbs, always scouring the internet to bring you more on what’s happening. Thanks for reading or listening!There are nearly 1,450 email subscribers to this newsletter, and I’ve for you to be the next one. It’s free, but Ting will match your initial payment to help the newsletters flow On today’s show:In six days, you’ll have a choice of when to take a daily train to Roanoke or the District of Columbia The University of Virginia to establish a “sustainable lab” at Morven Farm Governor Youngkin appoints four to the UVA Board of VisitorsThe Board of the Charlottesville Redevelopment and Housing Authority gets an update on finances And the New Hill Development Corporation gets a state grant to help launch a commercial kitchen to incubate new businesses First shout–out: JMRL to kick off the Summer Reading ChallengeIn today’s first subscriber-supported public service announcement, the Summer Reading Challenge put forth by Jefferson Madison Regional Library continues! You and members of your family can earn points for prizes in a variety of ways, such as reading for 30 minutes a day, reading with a friend, creating something yourself, or visiting the library! You can also get two points just by telling someone about the Summer Reading Challenge, so I guess I just added two more! Visit JMRL.org to learn more about this all ages opportunity to dive into oceans of possibilities! Second daily train between Roanoke and DC to start July 11A deal between the Virginia Passenger Rail Authority and Norfolk Southern closed on June 30, which means additional passenger rail service will begin next Monday. According to a release, the state entity will now own 28 miles of track between Christiansburg and Salem that will allow for the expansion of passenger rail to the New River Valley in a few years.“We have reached an agreement that expands access for passengers and preserves an important link in the supply chain for businesses that rely on freight rail to ship base materials and finished products,” said Norfolk Southern Senior Vice President and Chief Strategy Officer Mike McClellan. “The partnership of our government leaders was critical to making this plan a reality and we appreciate their commitment to the people and economy of Virginia’s Blue Ridge.”The first daily service on the Northeast Regional began in 2009 and ridership was triple what had been forecast. This train was extended to Roanoke in 2017 and this year has seen a return to pre-pandemic boarding levels.The second train will begin on July 11, according to the release. It will stop in Alexandria, Manassas, Culpeper, Charlottesville, Lynchburg, and Roanoke.“Amtrak will now offer morning and afternoon options in both directions between Roanoke, Washington, D.C., and to the Northeast,” said Amtrak spokeswoman Kimberly Woods. To learn more and to book tickets, check out Amtrak’s press release. A study is underway to determine if Bedford would be a viable stop. UVA estate at Morven to become Sustainability LabA nearly 3,000 acre farm gifted to the University of Virginia in 2001 will now officially be used by the institution as a “Sustainability Lab.” UVA Today reported last week that the Morven Farm property now owned by the University of Virginia Foundation will be used as a place to study environmental resilience and sustainability. Morven is currently used for meeting space and is the home of the Morven Kitchen Garden, which has been run by a student group for several years. According to the article, that use will continue and space can still be rented out by educational groups and for nonprofit events. At a bureaucratic level, authority over Morven will remain within the Provost’s office, but will now be transitioned to the Academic Outreach division from Global Affairs. Acting director of programs Rebecca Deeds will become the full time director. “Morven’s remarkable cultural landscape will contribute to a rich program that will address social, economic and environmental sustainability challenges facing society,” Deeds is quoted in the story. “We are excited to activate it as a living laboratory while we pursue new practices and programs that support and elevate UVA sustainability goals, and engage students, faculty and community members.” Morven is located on the other side of Carter’s Mountain in between Trump Winery and Highland. .Four new members appointed to UVA’s Board of VisitorsGovernor Glenn Youngkin has made his first appointments to the University of Virginia with terms that took effect this past Friday. They are:Bert Ellis of Hilton Head South Carolina is CEO and Chairman of Ellis Capital, Chairman and CEO of Ellis Communication, and president of Titan Broadcast ManagementStephen Long of Richmond is president of Commonwealth Spine and Pain SpecialistsAmanda Pillion is an audiologist with Abingdon Hearing Care and Abingdon ENT Associates, and a member of the Town Council in Abingdon, VirginiaDoug Wetmore of Glen Allen is senior vice president of Centauri Health SolutionsThe Board of Visitors next meets at a retreat on August 21 and August 22, followed by a regular meeting on September 15 and September 16. Both events are in Charlottesville. Previous meetings can be viewed on YouTube. I’m hoping to dig back into the June meeting for a future segment here on Charlottesville Community Engagement. Intrigued? Drop me a line via email and I’ll give you a preview. Today’s second shout-out: Frances Brand and Cvillepedia 101In today’s house-fueled public service announcement, the Albemarle Charlottesville Historical Society wants you to know about an upcoming exhibit at the Center at Belvedere featuring portraits of several historical figures active in the Charlottesville area in the 1970’s and 1980’s. Frances Brand was a folk artist who painted nearly 150 portraits of what she considered “firsts” including first Black Charlottesville Mayor Charles Barbour and Nancy O’Brien, the first woman to be Charlottesville Mayor. Brand’s work will be on display from July 5 to August 31 in the first public exhibit since 2004. And, if you’d like to help conduct community research into who some of the portraits are, cvillepedia is looking for volunteers! I will be leading four Cvillepedia 101 training sessions at the Center every Monday beginning July 11 at 2 p.m. Sign up at the Center’s website.Charlottesville public housing board gets update on financesWe’re still just days into Virginia’s fiscal year, but the fiscal year of the city’s public housing agency is now entering its second quarter. The finance director of the Charlottesville Redevelopment and Housing Authority “Overall against budget we are on target,” said Mary Lou Hoffman, CRHA’s finance director. At the end of the fiscal year, one issue was a backlog of unpaid rent by tenants. CRHA staff continue to find sources of revenue to cover arrears though state rent relief programs and reaching out to local resources. . “Around March, we were at $229,000 but we’re currently at $126,000,” said John Sales, CHRA’s executive director. “And so they’re constantly talking about the tenant accounts which is a big focus that we have to have. It was one of the areas that the [U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development] dinged us on years ago for our accounts being so high compared to the amount we are collecting.” Sales said one issue has been getting into contact with residents to get them set up with rent relief payment arrangements. HUD classifies CRHA as a “troubled” agency due to a pattern of issues over the years. Sales said getting the finances correct alone will not change that status. “The only issue that we have so far in our audits is the physical conditions and so we’re working to address those issues,” Sales said. “We had our physical audit in March and all of the emergency work orders were addressed.”Another issue is tenant damage, which can also affect the HUD status in the audits. Sales said a maintenance plan will address this category. Redevelopment is underway and two sites have been transferred to a new ownership structure in which the CRHA owns the ground and a Limited Liability Company has been set up to own the buildings for a certain period of time. An entity controlled by CRHA known as the Community Development Corporation Commission controls the LLCs. This allows the projects to be financed through Low-Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC) as well as other sources.“Technically, they are still our responsibility,” Sales said “We own the land. We own the management agreement. We have several loans attached to each development that will eventually either get paid back or get forgiven when we get the property back, get ownership of the property back in 16 years.” HUD oversight of the public housing projects will continue, but it will be different because there are different kinds of subsidized units. “We’ll have public housing units so one office will be inspecting them, and then another office will get inspections from LIHTC and gert inspections from HUD,” Sales said. The LIHTC units would be inspected by Virginia Housing, which issues the credits in the Commonwealth. Late this month, Virginia Housing’s Board of Commissioners approved low income housing tax credits for this year. Staff recommendations had been not to recommend credits for the first phase of redevelopment for Phase 1 of Sixth Street SE and additional credits for a second phase at South First Street. There are three vacancies on the CRHA Board of Commissioners and Charlottesville is taking applications through August 5. The terms of Commissioners Maddy Green and Laura Goldblatt expired at the end of June, and Green is not seeking reappointment after filling an unexpired term. Council will make the final appointments. New Hill Development Corporation gets $189K state grant for commercial kitchen incubatorA Charlottesville nonprofit created to increase wealth building opportunities for Black community members has been awarded a state grant to develop a place for culinary entrepreneurs to grow businesses. “The New Hill Development Corporation will stabilize and grow food and beverage manufacturing activity in the region by opening an 11,500-square-foot shared commercial kitchen incubator in order to provide food entrepreneurs with a cost-effective space to produce, package, store and distribute tradable manufactured products,” reads a press release for the latest Growing Opportunities grants from the Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development. The BEACON’s Kitchen project is the only recipient in this area. According to the release, the project will create 90 new jobs, 28 new businesses, and at least 30 new tradeable food products. New Hill is offering a Food Business Boot Camp on August 3 and August 4. (learn more)The New Hill Development Corporation was created in 2018 and received $500,000 from City Council late that year to create a small area plan for the Starr Hill neighborhood, the site of the razed Vinegar Hill neighborhood. The plan envisioned what a redeveloped City Yard might look like, but was converted into a “vision plan” by the city’s Neighborhood Development Services Department. Other GO Virginia grant recipients in June include:Accelerating Advanced Manufacturing Workforce - $530,000 for Laurel Ridge Community College “to build a strong workforce pipeline for Region 8 manufacturers by offering an advanced manufacturing sector-focused career pathway training program.”Technology Academies for Fauquier and Rappahannock Counties - $402,075 for school systems in those two localities to “develop college-level courses in robotics and drones to high school students and adult learners through a workforce development program.” Talent Supply Connector - $391,528 for Virginia Career Works Piedmont Region to create “a Career Pathway Guide for employers and developing a region-wide database of relevant training offerings” in an area that includes Greene, Louisa, and Nelson counties.Workforce and Entrepreneurship Initiatives in a Regional Makerspace - $324,000 for a company called Vector Space to “facilitate the implementation of expanded programming and equipment centered around workforce development and entrepreneurship for underserved populations” in Bedford and Campbell counties as well as the city of Lynchburg. Read the press release for more.Like the newsletter? Consider support! This is episode 404 of this program and it took me about six hours to produce. That’s because there are fewer segments in this one. I am hoping to get this on a regular schedule, but that’s going to take more personnel. For now, I hope to get each one out as soon as I can. All of this is supported by readers and listeners through either a paid subscription to this newsletter or through Patreon support for Town Crier Productions. Around a third of the audience has opted to contribute something financially. It’s similar to older times when you would subscribe to a newspaper. I subscribe to several, myself!If you are benefiting from this newsletter and the information in it, please consider some form of support. 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EPISODE 111 Podcasting is growing in a huge way, and opportunities even bigger than you can imagine right now can be in your future. Today I'm going to share with you some resources to help you find those opportunities. I will discuss the types of jobs available to those with podcast managing experience, the pros and cons of Podcast Networks, and why a podcaster who is part of a network still needs a podcast manager. I'll also talk about setting a business goal and share with you my new business goal and survey. In this episode, we cover: - My new business goal & survey - Finding new opportunities in podcasting - Podcast networks and how they work - Pros and Cons of joining a podcast network - An Example of a podcast going from independent to a network back to independent If you want to chat more about this topic, I would love to continue this conversation with you over on Instagram! @laurenwrighton Learn how to become a profitable podcast manager without working more than 20 hrs/wk in my free masterclass! Grab a seat at https://LaurenWrighton.com/masterclass SHOW NOTES: https://laurenwrighton.com/episode111  

In this episode of Industry Matters Barry Thwaits, VP of Business Development for VGM & Associates talks with Adam Clark, Business Development Consultant for Post-Acute Care at Philips about long-term and post-acute care opportunities for providers. They analyze the business opportunity, reimbursement, and the resources needed to get into this growing market.  

Brandon Gibson, Governor Bill Lee's Chief Operating Officer, addressed the Tennessee Farm Bureau Women's Leadership Conference. The post Farm Bureau Women Growing Opportunities appeared first on Tennessee Farm Bureau.

Amy Cornell, president of the Agribusiness Council of Indiana, discusses the value of groups like Women of Indiana Agribusiness. As part of NGFA's 125th anniversary celebration, the Association is focused on how to best position the industry for success in the next 125 years, including "transforming the face of our future."

May 11, 2021 Dr. Derrell Peel, Extension Livestock Marketing Specialist at Oklahoma State University, was the guest speaker for the monthly Beef Brunch Educational Series webinar. Dr. Peel presented a market outlook for both the U.S. and global cattle and beef industries. He also provided insight into what affects these markets and some optimism for future prices. Please complete our survey - https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=mFBLgAiZ30ucBrPfd3VjqurYx8LXPJNBjg3wKnR5CmNUNDY5M0EzTUo3VkhUSEM2TDlVQVFNSjZRVS4u For more information on the Beef Brunch webinar, please contact Ashley Edwards at 512-818-5476 or akedwards@agcenter.lsu.edu.

Among the Truth and Reconciliation Commission's Calls to Action are those calling for economic reconciliation. Through the growth of Indigenous employment, business partnerships and home-grown companies, Indigenous communities are seeking to reduce poverty and gain economic independence. A recent survey by CAPP shows that in 2019, oil sands producers spent $2.4 billion in partnerships with Indigenous supply chain companies (a 52% jump from 2017) and Indigenous workers make up 7.4% of the oil and natural gas industry workforce (more than double the national average).  Energy Examined host Tracy Larsson delves into these numbers with CAPP Indigenous Policy Advisor Courtney Levesque-Thomas, including what they mean for these communities and the future.  

Opportunities exist for the Philippines to supply Australia with fresh fruit produce and other local food products.

Nearly a year ago, Keller ISD announced its exciting plan to open a Collegiate Academy in the fall of 2021. Shortly after that, the District was impacted by the global COVID-19 pandemic and all the challenges it presented. Still, we are proud to say that we are still on track and just accepted our first students into the Keller Collegiate Academy for the 2021-22 school year! Listen as Keller Collegiate Academy Principal Tracy Arsenault explains the exciting new opportunities our students will have at this campus.

Episode 5 EPISODE 5: Growing Opportunities for the HVAC Trade Heating Ventilation and Air Condition plays a major role in the comfort of our everyday lives. Join host Dr. Katie Leonard as she speaks with guest Steve Midura, from Johnson Controls. They discuss the effects that COVID-19 has had on the industry

Elvin J. Austria Laceda - Growing Opportunities   Elvin Laceda shares his inspiring story of Hope, Innovation and Love - arriving from the Philippines with only $1.60 in his pocket and taxes to pay Elvin decided to use his struggle as inspiration. During his time at BYU-Hawaii he built a network of farm schools that have helped thousands of farmers more than triple their income and improve quality of life. Elvin has made it his mission to create and take every opportunity to improve the lives of those in need. This episode is an amazing look into the work done by Elvin and RiceUp to change the face of farming and bring thousands of people out of poverty and on their way to self sufficiency.         Highlighted Quotes “Opportunities”   I know I have some regrets of missed opportunities, but I am really grateful that when the opportunity came I grabbed it. I always believe that great opportunity only comes, maybe not twice but only once, that's why I always do my best to grab them whenever they are offered. “Agri-preneurship” The farm school serves as an educational area. We created our own curriculum. It's called “Agri-preneurship”. We help farmers understand business concepts and how to become successful “Agri-preneurs”. In the curriculum they learn how to become a good financial manager. They set S.M.A.R.T goals. They know how to use financial statements, they create good habits that change their lifestyle, habits that generate money and save money. “In Memory of My Grandfather” In the Philippines around 34% of agricultural workers are in extreme poverty. So I told myself, ‘I have to do something here in the memory of my grandfather.' We started the nitty gritty work of working with these farmers in one village and then after that we worked in another village, from 17 farmers we now have 400 farmers in Pampanga, we replicated this in several other provinces.  Resources/Mentions: Organisations RiceUp RiceUpFarmers.Com Instagram Facebook Twitter Youtube Enactus Project Stories Guest Links   Elvin Facebook Elvin Linkedin Elvin Instagram Podcast Links: Instagram: @Hopestrategy  Facebook: @hopestrategy  Twitter: @thehopestrategy Youtube The Hope Strategy

In this episode, Miriam Miller talks with Samantha Levy about her transition from working in theater to working in politics, bringing your authentic self to the workplace, and translating skills during a career change. Samantha is a New York University alumna, holding a BFA in Drama from NYU Tisch and MA in Food Studies from NYU Steinhardt. She is currently a New York Policy Manager for American Farmland Trust (AFT) where she conducts research on, builds coalitions around, and advocates directly for public policies and programs at all levels of government that keep land in farming, keep farmers on the land, and help farmers adopt sound farming practices in New York. Samantha leads the Alliance for New York's Farmland, a coalition advocating for farmland protection and farmland access for a diverse new generation of farmers. She also established New York Grown Food for New York Kids, a coalition advocating for Farm to school policy which worked successfully to create the 30% NYS Initiative incentivizing K-12 schools across the state to buy more New York grown food. Additionally, Samantha authored Growing Opportunities, leads AFT's climate work in New York, and is currently a member of LEAD NY Class 18 through Cornell University. When not working to change the world, she enjoys yoga, cooking, theatre, and hiking with her pup, Ash. Samantha recently was named one of City and State's 40 Under 40, 2020 Albany Rising Stars. For a full transcript of this episode, please email career.communications@nyu.edu.

Al Rosabal joins the show to share his thoughts on leadership, bettering yourself, and overcoming C-suite challenges. Join us for an in-depth discussion on working at the C-level in a variety of industries and how a skillset can really be agnostic.   ABOUT OUR GUEST Al Rosabal is an accomplished CXO who has served in 4 distinct sectors moving up with each change. CTO for a joint venture with Ford Europe, CTO for the city of Denver, CTO and COO for National Cinemedia, and COO for Galvanize.   GET IN TOUCH WITH AL ROSABAL ON LINKEDIN   THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS Podfly Productions: Podfly.net Veterans of Foreign Wars: VFWpost1.org   KEY TAKEAWAYS [1:52] Michael introduces Al Rosabal and asks him to share an interesting tidbit about himself — a month off riding his bike in Patagonia!   TAKING CHANCES [4:44] Al shares his experience diving into an opportunity at Ford in Europe and chalks this opportunity up to good relationships, good timing, taking chances and a bit of luck. He touches on having maybe gone rogue to drive change and make some exciting things happen!   SOLUTIONS AND CHALLENGES [9:09] The Jaguar X Type launch is one of the use cases that Al looks back to in terms of  finding gaps and establishing agile solutions to fill them. Al also speaks to some of the challenges he faced dealing with such a complex organization in a different culture (not only in a new country but in a new company!).   A GOOD LEADER IS A GOOD FOLLOWER [13:22] Al's work in the C-suite has taught him that even at the highest levels, you always are accountable to someone. He shares his experience COO and CTO at National Cinemedia and touches on what it takes to be a strong leader as well as how important it is to be surrounded by people whose values align with yours.   CORPORATE VS PUBLIC [19:08] Al has worked at the C-level in corporations but also for a municipality and he details the similarities and differences you'll find between both as well as the primary drivers that propel them into the future. both have legacy technology which competes with innovations in the space. The municipal level enables you to plan and think really long term as opposed to a more quarterly schedule.   ANY SECTOR WORKS [24:02] Having worked in a multitude of sectors ranging from media to automotive, Al speaks to the importance of choosing a job for the role and opportunity for growth, learning and developing your intellectual flexibility. Additionally, he highlights that there is a core set of skills to any C-level job, independent of sector.   PREPARING FOR A CEO ROLE [25:54] Al's attraction to the CEO role is intimately linked to wanting to have a deeper impact on the company and putting his skills to good use. He also touches on the preparation for a CEO role: it is not a finite endeavor, no one is ever fully prepared — it's a difficult role. Al shares how he studies success and tries to palliate his weaknesses as well as the importance of the people that surround you.   PIVOTAL MOMENTS [30:07] Al shares a few key moments — or stretch roles — in his career that marked a substantial change in how he perceived his role and helped him grow.   CHALLENGES AND REWARDS [33:14] Al speaks of his experience as a CEO: the challenges, rewards, and things he's proud of. He also touches on his management style: accountability, transparency, integrity, people.   TIPS FOR ASPIRING C'S [40:49] Al shares key tips for people looking to reach the C-level: get exposure, find and grab opportunities, and find a coach.   BEST WORST JOB AL EVER HAD [44:02] Al doesn't find he ever had a ‘worst' job, only more or less challenging roles. He shares how each of them has contributed to him learning more about himself and bettering his skillset.   [48:49] Michael thanks Al Rosabal for coming on the podcast to share his insight and closes out the podcast with his favorite takeaways.   We hope you learned something today and enjoyed the conversation. Please gives us five stars on iTunes and share your comments so we can improve and ask the questions you want to hear.   MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind, by Yuval Noah Harari Extreme Survival, by JG Press DisneyWar, by James B. Stewart   SPECIAL THANKS TO Jalan Crossland for the music Angela Johnson at OC Executive Search Joseph Batty at Podfly Corey Coates at Podfly

Al Rosabal joins the show to share his thoughts on leadership, bettering yourself and overcoming C-suite challenges. Join us for an in depth on the working a the C-level in a variety of industries and how a skillset can really be agnostic.   ABOUT OUR GUEST Al Rosabal is an accomplished CXO who has served in 4 distinct sectors moving up with each change. CTO for a joint venture with Ford Europe, CTO for the city of Denver, CTO and COO for National Cinemedia and COO for Galvanize.   GET IN TOUCH WITH AL ROSABAL ON LINKEDIN   THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS Podfly Productions: Podfly.net Veterans of Foreign Wars: VFWpost1.org   KEY TAKEAWAYS [1:52] Michael introduces Al Rosabal and asks his to share an interesting tidbit about himself — a month off riding his bike in Patagonia!   TAKING CHANCES [4:44] Al shares his experience diving into an opportunity at Ford in europe and chalks this opportunity up to good relationships, good timing, taking chances and a bit of luck. He touches on having maybe gone rogue to drive change and make some exciting things happen!   SOLUTIONS AND CHALLENGES [9:09] The Jaguar X Type launch is one of the use cases that Al looks back to in terms of  finding gaps and establishing agile solutions to fill them. Al also speaks to some of the challenges he faced dealing with such a complex organisation in a different culture (not only in a new country but in a new company!).   A GOOD LEADER IS A GOOD FOLLOWER [13:22] Al’s work in the C-suite has taught him that even at the highest levels, you always are accountable to someone. He shares his experience COO and CTO at National Cinemedia, and touches on what it takes to be a strong leader as well as how important it is to be surrounded with people whose values align with yours.   CORPORATE VS PUBLIC [19:08] Al has worked at the C-level in corporations but also for a municipality and he details the similarities and differences you’ll  find between both as well as the primary drivers that propel them into the future. both have legacy technology which competes with innovations in the space. The municipal level enables you to plan and think really long term as opposed to a more quarterly schedule.   ANY SECTOR WORKS [24:02] Having worked in a multitude of sectors ranging from media to automotive, Al speaks to the importance of choosing a job for the role and opportunity for growth, learning and developing your intellectual flexibility. Additionally, he highlights that there is a core set of skills to any c-level job, independent of sector.   PREPARING FOR A CEO ROLE [25:54] Al’s attraction to the CEO role is intimately linked to wanting to have a deeper impact on the company and putting his skills to good use. He also touches on the preparation for a CEO role: it is not a finite endeavour, no one is ever fully prepared — it’s a difficult role. Al shares how he studies success and tries to palliate his weaknesses as well as the importance of the people that surround you.   PIVOTAL MOMENTS [30:07] Al shares a few key moments — or stretch roles — in his career that marked a substantial change in how he perceived his role and helped him grow.    CHALLENGES AND REWARDS [33:14] Al speaks of his experience as a CEO, the challenges, rewards and things he’s proud of. He also touches on his management style: accountability, transparency, integrity, people.   TIPS FOR ASPIRING C’S [40:49] Al shares key tips for people looking to reach the C-level: get exposure, find and grab opportunities and find a coach.   BEST WORST JOB AL EVER HAD [44:02] Al doesn’t find he ever had a ‘worst’ job, only more or less challenging roles. He shares how each of them have contributed to him learning more about himself and bettering his skillset.   [48:49] Michael thanks Al Rosabal for coming on the podcast to share his insight and closes out the podcast with his favorite takeaways.   We hope you learned something today and enjoyed the conversation. Please gives us 5 stars on iTunes and share your comments so we can improve and ask the questions you want to hear.   MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Sapiens, by Yuval Noah Harari Extreme Survival, by JG Press DisneyWar, by James B. Stewart   SPECIAL THANKS TO Jalan Crossland for the music Angela Johnson at OC Executive Search Joseph Batty at Podfly Corey Coates at Podfly   ABOUT YOUR HOST For the past 20 years, Michael Mitchel, B.A., has been interviewing leaders in their fields. He started his career recruiting for United Parcel Service in Seattle, where he implemented the company's Welfare to Work program for the Washington State District. He has recruited for Federal agencies and U.S. Department of Defense contractors for classified programs internationally. He Founded OC Executive Search in 2001 to serve companies ranging from startups to Global F10.   Michael is an honorably discharged veteran of the U.S. Navy and enjoys skiing, cycling, traveling, photography as well as hiking in the Colorado Rockies with his cattle dog, Kala the Wunderdawg.   FIND MICHAEL MITCHEL ON LINKEDIN AND ON TWITTER

Collaboration, cooperation and innovation. Probably things our world could use more of and that's why we love this guest so much! Growing Opportunities collaborates with local businesses, cooperates with other non profits and is constantly working on innovative ways to hydroponically grow fresh produce year around. In a parking lot off East 10th Street. There's a double story here of fresh greens, grown in controlled and chemical free environment where only gloved hands touch the plant from seed to consumer. But there's also a story of jobs training for clients who want to work and confidence building along the way. Tons of greens being grown in a tiny footprint with a fraction of the soil, water and resources typically needed? Or building up a enthusiastic, skilled and reliable population of workers that are sorely needed in our area? Which is the bigger story? Trick question. They both are! Listen to our conversation with Errin Logsdon, Program Manager of Growing Opportunities and be inspired!We also throwback to At Home in Bloomington Episode 18, Goldleaf Hydroponics. They are a huge supporter of Growing Opportunities. Congratulations to them on their new location, too! And in our REAL-List segment, we give you a realistic preview of what life is like as a Realtor, for those aspiring to the profession. Links:http://www.insccap.org/pages/growingopportunitieshttps://www.facebook.com/SCCAPGrowingOpportunities/?ref=br_rshttps://goldleafhydroponics.com/Throwback to At Home in Bloomington episode 18 with Goldleaf Hydroponics:Listen Here: https://www.spreaker.com/user/10700760/episode-18-goldleaf-hydroponics Or on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aprAKhxCZ6AREAL Real Estate Today Episode #79 : https://www.spreaker.com/user/10700760/real-real-estate-today-episode-79 or on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EyxcK4eF5oo

'This is a very important phase of development, given the China-US trade wars,' says RSM CEO Jean Stephens

In this short podcast, recorded at the Regenerative Food Systems Investment(RFSI) forum that took place in Oakland on Sep 30 - Oct 1, I interviewed David LeZaks, Delta Institute, and Joshua Humphreys, Croatan Institute. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Welcome to Investing in Regenerative Agriculture. Join our Gumroad community, discover the tiers and exclusive benefits here: https://gumroad.com/investinginregenag Other ways to support my work: - Share the podcast - Give a 5-star rating - Or buy me a coffee… or a meal! www.Ko-fi.com/regenerativeagriculture ------------------------------------------------------------------------ With David and Joshua we speak about the new report "Soil Wealth: Investing in Regenerative Agriculture across Asset Classes". Report: http://www.croataninstitute.org/soilwealth Overview article on AgFunder https://agfundernews.com/regenerative-agriculture-investing.html ------------------------------------------------------------------------ If you want to discover more visit www.investinginregenerativeagriculture.com If you want to receive an email when I upload a new episode, subscribe here eepurl.com/cxU33P The above references an opinion and is for information and educational purposes only. It is not intended to be investment advice. Seek a duly licensed professional for investment advice.

Health law is a dynamic field that continues to offer law students and attorneys a growing number of traditional and nontraditional practice opportunities. In this episode, I am pleased to welcome Jennifer Huer, Managing Director of the Center for Health Policy and Law at Northeastern University School of Law. Jennifer talks about the Center and the work it is doing to study changes in the healthcare policy landscape.  I also speak with her about the many career opportunities that health law is presenting to the legal community and where she sees in the field heading. Jennifer earned her JD from the University of Richmond School of Law and went on to earn her LL.M. in Health Policy and Law from Northeastern. She worked as a Senior Policy Associate for the Massachusetts Health Policy Commission and since 2016, she has been in her current role at Northeastern.

This week I had the great pleasure of visiting with Kim Martin of Growing Opportunities Inc, a hydroponic farm focussed on tomatoes, located in Alcalde, New Mexico, about 30 minutes north of Santa Fe. Their business have been in operation for 20 years as hydroponic greenhouses, and they are now one of the largest in Northern New Mexic selling vine-ripened tomatoes. Kim gives us an overview of how their facilities are set up and monitored with specialized equipment, how pollination happens within the greenhouses, what types of hydroponic grow systems they have succeeded using, and some of the beneficial microbes they use. Then Kim shares some examples of the learning curve they have experienced along the way and how they monitor the plants for issues. In the second half, we discuss the new wave of hemp growers and how it is changing the farming economy in New Mexico. I will continue to add short videos of my visit with Kim Martin at Growing Opportunities Inc. of their greenhouses, their systems and my farm visit. You can see these on my instagram page @getinmygarden --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/get-in-my-garden-podcast/message

Dr. Narayan Gopalkrishnan of James Cook University discusses the growing momentum of social entrepreneurship in Queensland, as a strong way to tackle some of our pressing social and environmental issues, as well as providing insights to help the sector develop further.

In episode 6 of Beyond Tradeoffs, David speaks with Sandeep Farias of Elevar Equity about their approach to early stage investing in developing markets. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/impact-alpha/message

Episode 36: Motivational Monday - Abraham Lincoln. Sharpening Your Tools Before You Chop Down the Tree. Handling Change. Growing Opportunities. Lessening the Risk of Failure.   "Give me six hours to chop down a tree and I will spend the first four sharpening the axe." - Abraham Lincoln   Hosted By: Deborah Michas (IG: @deborahmichas) & Justin Bizzarro (IG: @justinbizzarro)   Guest Host: Mark Shortt (IG: @markjshort) of the Mark Explains #podcast (IG: @mark.explains)   Episode Notes: 1) Taking time to sharpen your skills before launching an entrepreneurial journey or growing your business. 2) Transitions in life can have great effects on our businesses. 3) Taking the time to learn from our growing opportunities. 4) Making sure we know how to use all of the tools in our tool chest to lessen the likelihood of failure. 5) Slow down to look at the tree before you chop it down.  You can not fully see it if you are already close enough to chop it down.      Stay Tuned for Episode 37 on Wednesday, where we interview Kristen & Daniel Cofrades, the owners and founders of Early Bird Restaurants in Denver, Colorado. Website: www.earlybirdrestaurant.com  IG: @earlybirdrestaurant   Stay Tuned for Episode 38 on Friday, where we interview Regina Hild, the owner and founder of Regina's Farm Kitchen. in Dunwoody, Georgia.  Website: www.reginasfarmkitchen.com IG: @reginasfarmkitchen   Free Podcast.  No Advertisements.  The stories of Food, Beverage and Nutrition Entrepreneurs and how their failures led to the successes in their lives and in their business.  What does the future have in store for the food, beverage, and nutrition entrepreneur?   JUSTIN AND THE [FOOD] ENTREPRENEURS Email: justin.bizzarro@gmail.com Instagram: @justinandthefoodentrepreneurs ( #foodentrepreneurs )   All music is scored by host or royalty free. 

Why did Deb fear the DEA? Listen and find out as we chat with this episode's guest, Kyle Billman of Goldleaf Hydroponics. When long time hydroponic garden supplier Worm's Way shut its doors in 2016, employees Kyle and Monica Billman knew there would be a huge resource missing in the growing hydroponic community. So along with one other former employee, they opened Goldleaf Hydroponics to fill the void. By offering both indoor and outdoor growing supplies and equipment, they serve the community (and all of southern Indiana) by offering up everything you need to grow almost anything you desire no matter the weather! Goldleaf is here to help you extend your growing season with on-site demonstrations, knowledgeable staff and free classes. Their passion for sustainability and our local food economy shines through their work with local elementary schools, non-profits like Growing Opportunities, IU, and even the Farmers Market, where they educate and connect with locals about the food they eat and the plants they grow! In our Facebook Follow segment, follow Growing Opportunities. It's a unique program started by South Central Community Action Program in partnership with Stonebelt that teaches job skills to folks through the hydroponic cultivation of lettuces and herbs. You've probably even eaten something grown by Growing Opportunities without even knowing it! And in our REAL-List segment, we help you understand how to be a home buyer and seller at the same time. If you are thinking of transitioning to a new home, this one is for you. Show Linkshttps://www.facebook.com/goldleafhydro/https://goldleafhydroponics.comhttps://www.facebook.com/SCCAPGrowingOpportunities/REAL Real Estate Today Episode #63 : https://www.spreaker.com/user/10700760/real-real-estate-today-episode-63 or on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pRXDaJvlj_w

At the final City Council candidate forum for the 2017 general election, the six candidates for two open seats were asked for their views on whether Charlottesville is a place where everyone is able to be successful. “A strong community is one where all sectors are thriving,” said Andi Copeland-Whitsett, the moderator for the event held Wednesday at the Jefferson School African American Heritage Center. Copeland-Whitsett asked the candidates what their plans are to support and build the African-American and Hispanic middle class in Charlottesville. Independent Kenneth Jackson said the question was loaded and said Councilors cannot take actions to address one racial demographic over others. “If you were to ask me what I would do for poor people, we would put programs like we had before into effect like the Wheels to Work program and job training,” Jackson said. “That helps pick the lower-income people up.” Democrat Heather Hill said the city should invest in child-care programs to help the youngest community members to have a place to go so their parents can work. Investing in education is also important. “I think every three and four-year old in our preschool system should have access to a free education starting at those ages and working up through our public education system,” Hill said. “For our minority communities we need to make sure we are supporting them with mentoring that can happen in the middle-schools and into high school.” Independent Nikuyah Walker said decisions need to be made by more diverse groups and existing policies need to be challenged. “There isn’t a system in Charlottesville that isn’t broken in terms of making sure the needs of black and Hispanic families are met,” Walker said. Walker said the city needs a citizen police advisory board with enforcement powers and there needs to be reform in the Commonwealth’s Attorney office to stop the targeting of African-Americans. Independent Paul Long called for more government programs to address poverty. “The black community needs special attention because it’s been systematically oppressed,” Long said. “But numerically nationwide there are more poor white people than there are black people so trying to uplift people out of poverty should be to lift up everybody.” Long said both the University of Virginia and Charlottesville businesses should be forced to pay employees more. He called upon people to picket outside of fast-food restaurants.  Democrat Amy Laufer, a member of the city school board, said the number of pre-school seats has been increased to 260 seats and city tax dollars have gone to extend that to three-year olds. “This has been a very effective way of helping families to access great services,” Laufer said. “There are organizations like ReadyKids. There are things happening that we should strengthen such as City of Promise.” Laufer said she would like to expand the city’s Growing Opportunities workforce program which she said has trained bus drivers and electricians. Independent John Edward Hall sounded a similar note. “Job training is good no matter what the color of your skin,” Hall said. “Employers need to be considered in the answer. Money from city council subsidies could help employers provide good jobs with a living wage.” Copeland-Whitsett took aim at whether Charlottesville’s central core was truly a place for everyone. “For downtown and midtown to thrive, there must be accessibility to workers and consumers alike,” she said. “What is your plan to guarantee affordable access to all?” Hill said the city needs to do more in this area. “I think both our public transit system is falling short within the city and within the region, and I feel like we don’t have safe paths for people to take alternative forms of transportation whether they want to walk or bike,” Hill said. “I also feel like we have to create an environment that they want to be invited to. There is not diversity in our downtown area that reflects the broader community. We have to unlock and understand why.” Walker agreed there is a lack of diversity on the Downtown Mall and on West Main Street but there shouldn’t be. “You have a community like Friendship Court which is right downtown and within walking distance and you do not see representation of that community being that close to the Downtown Mall area,” Walker said. “It’s also about who is working in those spaces and who is able to create employment options.” Walker said she is concerned redevelopment of Friendship Court by adding market-rate units will change the diversity of the community.  Later in the forum, she said she would try to halt development on West Main Street because it is not benefiting the entire community.    Long said an improved public transit would bring more people downtown to shop but the current stores cater to the rich. “The stores in the Downtown Mall area are boutique stores and if you’re making over $200,000 a year some of those stores may be of interest to you,” Long said. “There needs to be a greater diversity in the types of businesses down there. We need businesses owned by African-Americans.” Laufer agreed that the Downtown Mall is mostly boutique stores but the CVS is always crowded. “I though a great addition was the Market Street Market because that actually has groceries that people need,” Laufer said. “A lot of what is offered [on the Mall] is geared for tourism. There should be a wider variety of businesses.” Hall said the city’s sidewalks and streetlights need to be repaired. Jackson said the city’s “master plan” needs to be updated. “The city’s master plan only has the boutiques and the little upscale shops where most of us don’t even eat and shop in,” Jackson said, adding things were better in the 1970’s before all of the department stores left for shopping centers.  Jackson said Downtown establishments such as the Paramount are too expensive for people who live in Garrett Square, referring to the old name for Friendship Court. Closing statements While there will be campaign events up until Election Day, candidates had one last opportunity to make a closing statement. Laufer said campaigning has not been easy. “It really makes you introspective in ways that you had no idea,” Laufer said. “I campaigned six years ago for the school board and the city really has changed a lot.  I knocked on a lot of the same doors and it is a lot different. We need to be aware of that and come up with policies and budgetary decisions that can help our community as it is changing to be the best it can be.” Long thanked and lauded his fellow candidates, and encouraged more participation from voters. “I’m not going to ask people to vote for me,” Long said. “I’m going to ask people to vote your conscience. I’ve been in this community long enough and you just don’t hear from me when elections come around. I’ve been in this community protesting and having demonstrations year-round.” Walker asked for people to show up on Election Day. “I posted on Facebook the other day ‘let’s have a rebellion at the polls’ and no matter who you vote for, make sure that you’re voting for the future where everyone can thrive in Charlottesville,” Walker said. “I have been doing this work for so long behind the scenes questioning, challenging and no matter who you elect, I’m going to continue to do the work I do.” Hill said transparency is a major part of her campaign. “That could not be more important now as we look at our local government and our national government,” Hill said. “More than ever we need strong leaders who are committed to taking responsibility and seeking the answers all of us are so desperately seeking.” Jackson said he is not a perfect candidate and is a person just like everyone else. “I don’t hold my color up because I know my color does not define me,” Jackson said. “It is who I am inside and the education I get… I am proud of who I am and I want everyone in Charlottesville to be proud of who they are. We are all role models, each and every one of us.” Hall said he has been excited to participate in the forums. “If elected to City Council on Nov. 7, I will help fellow Councilors as a freshman team player,” Hall said. “Because of the events stemming from the plan to remove the Lee and Jackson statues, the good work of the City Council has been delayed by public demonstrations.”    TIMELINE FOR PODCAST: 01:00 – Introduction from moderator Andi Copeland-Whitsett 02:00 - Opening statement from Independent John Edward Hall 03:20 - Opening statement from Independent Kenneth Jackson 05:30 - Opening statement from Democrat Heather Hill 08:00 - Opening statement from Independent Nikuyah Walker 10:20 - Opening statement from Independent Paul Long 12:40 - Opening statement from Democrat Amy Laufer 15:30 - Question #1: There is a perception that a populist agenda has taken hold of Council. Can you address that? 28:00 - Question #2:  What are your plans if you're elected to develop a strong middle-sector particularly among the African-American and Hispanic communities? 41:30 - Question #3: For downtown and midtown to thrive, there must be accessibility to workers and consumers alike. What is your plan to guarantee affordable access to all? 52:30: - Candidates were given another   opportunity to address a previous question May 1:05:10 - Closing statement from Laufer 1:06:15 - Closing statement from Long 1:07:35 - Closing statement from Walker 1:10:00 - Closing statement from Hill 1:12:00 - Closing statement from Jackson 1:14:25 - Closing statement from Hall Download

The main goal of summer friendlies for football clubs is to prepare teams for the upcoming season. However, in the last few years summer friendlies have rapidly developed from a series of fairly meaningless training games to meticulously organised tournaments. Justas Gedvilas, Sports & Entertainment team lead talk about the main reasons for the growing appeal of summer friendly tournaments, including their appeal in the United States and Asia.    

Supplier diversity is a business strategy that ensures a diverse supplier base in the procurement of goods and services for any business or organization. Research show that companies that embrace diversity are more profitable than companies that don’t. “On average, supplier diversity programs add $3.6M to the bottom line for every $1M in procurement operation costs” according to a 2015 study by The Hackett Group. The high return on investment is undeniable! Monsanto embraces and is strongly committed to inclusion and diversity in all areas of its business. To affirm this strategy with its suppliers, in 2014, they formally launched their “Growing Together” Initiative in the form of their Supplier Diversity Mentoring Program. This is a 12-month development program which includes mentoring from Monsanto’s executive leadership team, on-site training sessions with their subject matter experts, assessment evaluations and access to an external professional coach! Wow! The goal is to develop diverse certified suppliers who have the ability, capacity and skills necessary to grow their business in profitability, business development and business management skills. Today, we have joining us, Dr. Damion Jones, Global Director of Diversity and Inclusion and Daphanie Pointer, North American Supplier Diversity Lead and creator of this new mentoring program. We are also joined by 2 recent graduates of this program—Mercedes Enrique, President, CMS Corporation and Lisa Nichols, CEO, Technology Partners.

Supplier diversity is a business strategy that ensures a diverse supplier base in the procurement of goods and services for any business or organization. Research show that companies that embrace diversity are more profitable than companies that don't. “On average, supplier diversity programs add $3.6M to the bottom line for every $1M in procurement operation costs” according to a 2015 study by The Hackett Group. The high return on investment is undeniable! Monsanto embraces and is strongly committed to inclusion and diversity in all areas of its business. To affirm this strategy with its suppliers, in 2014, they formally launched their “Growing Together” Initiative in the form of their Supplier Diversity Mentoring Program. This is a 12-month development program which includes mentoring from Monsanto's executive leadership team, on-site training sessions with their subject matter experts, assessment evaluations and access to an external professional coach! Wow! The goal is to develop diverse certified suppliers who have the ability, capacity and skills necessary to grow their business in profitability, business development and business management skills. Today, we have joining us, Dr. Damion Jones, Global Director of Diversity and Inclusion and Daphanie Pointer, North American Supplier Diversity Lead and creator of this new mentoring program. We are also joined by 2 recent graduates of this program—Mercedes Enrique, President, CMS Corporation and Lisa Nichols, CEO, Technology Partners.

Supplier diversity is a business strategy that ensures a diverse supplier base in the procurement of goods and services for any business or organization. Research show that companies that embrace diversity are more profitable than companies that don’t. “On average, supplier diversity programs add $3.6M to the bottom line for every $1M in procurement operation costs” according to a 2015 study by The Hackett Group. The high return on investment is undeniable! Monsanto embraces and is strongly committed to inclusion and diversity in all areas of its business. To affirm this strategy with its suppliers, in 2014, they formally launched their “Growing Together” Initiative in the form of their Supplier Diversity Mentoring Program. This is a 12-month development program which includes mentoring from Monsanto’s executive leadership team, on-site training sessions with their subject matter experts, assessment evaluations and access to an external professional coach! Wow! The goal is to develop diverse certified suppliers who have the ability, capacity and skills necessary to grow their business in profitability, business development and business management skills. Today, we have joining us, Dr. Damion Jones, Global Director of Diversity and Inclusion and Daphanie Pointer, North American Supplier Diversity Lead and creator of this new mentoring program. We are also joined by 2 recent graduates of this program—Mercedes Enrique, President, CMS Corporation and Lisa Nichols, CEO, Technology Partners.

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Stanford School of Medicine Alum, John Hornberger, gives a presentation about the path he took to get to his career of choice. He describes how his company, Cedar Associates LLC, focuses on research within the health sector. (October 28, 2010)