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Today's guest on the Gravity Podcast is Joshua Clark, an award-winning Columbus-based filmmaker. His production company is located in Franklinton, at the Idea Foundry, placing his inspiring creative endeavors squarely in the Gravity universe; it was only a matter of time before we crossed paths and I'm so glad that we did.He shares his vivid story of growing up in Pittsburgh in the view of violence and volatility, his own path into the same kinds of destructive patterns as a youth, reaching rock bottom with a suicide attempt, and how therapy helped him ultimately discover filmmaking as an outlet for positive impact.His voice is authentic and measured as we discuss the heavy burdens he's uncovered and overcome through emotional explorations with his family back home – a growth and personal development he's captured on film for the Cinema Columbus Film Festival, titled: Cycle Breakers. It certainly sounds like Joshua has put together a truly special behind-the-scenes piece of American life and I'm looking forward to seeing the end result. Joshua's story has a different frequency to it than most we hear on this podcast. Its vivid colors are important to include in the rainbow of experience that we call life. I'm grateful he took the time to speak with me today and hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did. To learn more, visit: thegravitypodcast.comResources:• Watch the Trailer: Cycle Breakers • Linkedin: Joshua Clark• Instagram: @gymfeaproductions• Website: gymfea.com• YouTube: GYMFEA ProductionsGravity is produced by Crate Media.
Alex Bandar, PhD, is an engineer by training and entrepreneur by accident. After having worked for 10 years as a computational metallurgist with clients ranging from GE to Apple to Honda, he founded the Columbus Idea Foundry, which has been called by TechCrunch, “The World's Largest Maker Space.” It's home to a wide assortment of artists, metal workers, carpenters, designers, small businesses, musicians – the list goes on and on. As you might expect, he is passionate about the culture of innovation neighborhoods and speaks and consults regularly on this exciting emerging topic. Alex grew up with a love of science fiction. He was fascinated by the technological possibilities depicted on the big screen. As he got older, he decided engineering was what would put him closest to making that magic a reality, but that wasn't the case. Along the way, he learned to combine his fascination with technology and love of making things in a unique way that opens up those same opportunities for the rest of his community. His point of view on creativity and expression are as refreshing as they are familiar. It's great to interview and highlight people like Alex who are having an impact on their community in ways that so directly align with what Gravity is all about. Enjoy. What Brett asks: [02:09] Can you tell us about your childhood? [09:25] When did you make the connection between your childhood spark and what you do today? [14:22] Why do some persevere while others give up? [18:35] How did your interests as a kid fall into alignment with who you are today? [33:04] What is the meaning behind your tattoo? [38:05] How did the Idea Foundry get started? [51:32] Where do you see things going in the maker space? [1:00:27] What are your thoughts on the metaverse? To learn more about intentional living, and for the complete show notes, visit: http://brett-kaufman.com (brett-kaufman.com) Resources: https://www.ideafoundry.com/ (ideafoundry.com) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ideafoundrycolumbus/?hl=en (@ideafoundrycolumbus) LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexbandar/ (linkedin.com/in/alexbandar) Gravity is produced and published by http://crate.media (Crate Media).
There is a myriad of possible solutions to breathe new life into a neighborhood. The Idea Foundry, an established makerspace in Franklinton, has a solution. In this episode, CEO Casey McCarty discusses how they helped transform an abandoned warehouse into a vibrant community that houses over 30 private office spaces for small businesses, startups, and corporate innovation spaces, sparking growth for one of Central Ohio's most at-risk neighborhoods. The post The Idea Foundry appeared first on The Confluence Cast.
There is a myriad of possible solutions to breathe new life into a neighborhood. The Idea Foundry, an established makerspace in Franklinton, has a solution. In this episode, CEO Casey McCarty discusses how they helped transform an abandoned warehouse into a vibrant community that houses over 30 private office spaces for small businesses, startups, and corporate innovation spaces, sparking growth for one of Central Ohio's most at-risk neighborhoods. The post The Idea Foundry appeared first on The Confluence Cast.
Summary: Casey McCarty is the CEO of the Idea Foundry. Before taking over as CEO a year and a half ago, Casey had served as the COO for 7 years. The Idea Foundry is a community of makers, designed to inspire creativity and help their members bring out new ideas and unleash their passion to …
From doorbells to refrigerators and pet food dispensers it seems like technology is everywhere! And, when it comes to gifts, the tech gadgets and toys category provides an endless array of choices. From gaming to VR we've invited some of our favorite techie experts to choose and review their favorites in a lighthearted discussion on what they think are the coolest, techiest and most practical gifts and gadgets for the holidays. Plus, come a little early (11 a.m.) to try out virtual reality demos and other fun items on display. Featuring Kristy Campbell, COO, Rev1 Ventures, Will Burrus, Chief Technology Officer, Lower.com, Justin Kogge, Owner, Game Arena, and host Alex Bandar, Founder & Chief Mischief Maker, Idea Foundry. This is the entire event description verbatim from the website. Paste the following paragraph at the end: Recorded on December 4, 2019 at the Boat House at Confluence Park in Columbus, Ohio.
When Casey McCarty first joined the Idea Foundry, her role was largely behind the scenes. She was in charge of operations, something she compares to your organs, in that "you don't really think about them unless there's something going awry. But then, last August, she ascended to the top job at the makerspace. Early in her tenure as CEO, though, she learned an important lesson about what it takes to be the "frontman" of an organization. "I was still running into situations where'd I be, say, upstairs in our coworking space, chatting with people around some coffee and someone would say … 'Which business do you run?" McCarty recalled during a recent taping of our Women of Influence podcast. Sheepishly, she would answer, "This one." "So that's a lesson learned," McCarty said during our interview. "Even if your job description isn't necessarily out if in front, if you have career aspirations, you better make sure people know your face." Check out our full conversation with McCarty for more leadership lessons and to learn more about how her background in criminal justice impacts the way she does her job today.
When Casey McCarty agreed to help out the Columbus Idea Foundry, she thought she knew what kind of response she would get. "Who even is she?" McCarty said she imagined the (largely male) members of the makerspace saying when they saw McCarty, a neophyte to the world of the "maker" industry, trying to make necessary operational changes. "I was just expecting all of this pushback," said McCarty, who joined the Idea Foundry as COO about eight years ago. "That's not what I encountered at all." "The members … wanted it to be successful" she said. "All these anxieties about being in this overly male-dominated space didn’t end up coming to fruition.” McCarty, now a year into her tenure as CEO of the makerspace, shared that memory in a recent conversation for our Women of Influence podcast. The experience taught her that there's not much to be gained from being nervous about entering a male-dominated space as a woman in leadership. That's not to say, of course, that she's never encountered some "toxic sexism" in her work life. Check out the teaser below to hear how McCarty handles those issues, plus my own recap of some conversations about women in leadership that came up at this week's L Brands investor day.
We did a show with Idea Foundry's Jason Jones a few months back, but then lost the whole thing when our road kit ate the recording. Jason is a good sport though, and agreed to come back in to redo the show when he had time. We got him back into the studio, and halfway through, something major blew up on the utility pole and knocked out all the power on our block. NO EXCUSES IN THE PODCAST GAME THOUGH - we did the rest of the show with AA batteries and cell phone lights. You'll be glad we did! Jason is a great guest, and Idea Foundry does important innovation and economic development work. Applications for their Equitable Entrepreneurship program (EE) are now being accepted through August 18th, and you are really going to want to tell someone about it.
Alex Bandar is the founder and Chief Mischief-Maker at the Columbus Idea Foundry. An engineer by training and serial entrepreneur by practice, Alex is the kind of guy who likes to roll up his sleeves and solve problems – and inspire others do the same. The Idea Foundry is a multifaceted collaborative environment for exploring, learning, making; a makerspace for anyone with passion and an idea. Whether you want to launch a startup or teach a class, create a podcast or learn a new skill, collaborate on an idea or get into some mischief, it’s the ideal place to make things happen in a 21st century world. We unbox: The next generation of teaching and learning What is work in the 21st century? Tricking kids to learn tech through hands-on, functional artistic projects Becoming a center for creative and techy adults What innovation means in a world where sci-fi is becoming reality Columbus is a startup town – and a 21st century version of Renaissance Florence Italy Why the Columbus Idea Foundry works The role of makerspaces in a traditional education setting Why does a community need a culture of creation? What employers and industries want from today’s young learners Resources: Learn more at (https://ideafoundry.com/) IF on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ideafoundrycolumbus/ IF on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IdeaFoundryColumbus/ IF on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/columbus-idea-foundry/ IF on Twitter: https://twitter.com/IdeaFoundryCbus Alex on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/alexander.bandar Alex on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexbandar/ Learning Unboxed is produced in part by Crate Media Recorded by Eric French at (http://wosu.org/) in Columbus, Ohio
On Episode 13 of the Ignite Your Business® Podcast, Kelly Borth, CEO and chief strategy officer of GREENCREST, interviews Alex Bandar, founder and chief mischief maker of the Idea Foundry. Bandar discusses his business journey from finding inspiration in his sister’s art to gaining recognition for Columbus makers on a national level. Bandar also shares his views on innovation and how Columbus businesses can stay creative, competitive and successful. Click here to find out more about the Idea Foundry. Click here to find out more about GREENCREST.
Idea Foundry has invested in over 200 companies and generated $1B in direct economic impact for the region. The Pittsburgh-based, non-profit economic development organization focsues on creating living-wage, high-opportunity jobs by investing in and working alongside entrepreneurs to grow. Previously, Mr. Matesic was Chief Executive Officer for two start-up companies and Chief Financial Officer for MetalSite, Inc., participating in the rapid growth of the company and public registration process. We discuss investing in businesses, where Idea Foundry gets its funding, and how Mike & his team help companies grow. Never miss one of our best episodes by subscribing to the newsletter. Mike’s Challenge; Ask yourself “What is it enough?” If you don’t know, you’ll never stop or change. Connect with Mike LinkedIn Facebook Twitter Website If you liked this interview, check out previous episodes with Idea Foundry portfolio companies like Ian Rosenberger, Anthony Vennare, Ryan Gayman, Josie Cellone, and John Thornton. Underwritten by Piper Creative A digital agency that provides strategy, delivery, and analysis specializing in a few key service offerings. Documentary-as-a-Service (Vlogging 2.0) Instagram Content Production & Account Building Podcast Production, Strategy Consulting, and Guest Acquisition If you aren’t creating or curating content regularly, your clients and customers might forget you’re open for business. YouTube Instagram Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher | Overcast | PodBay
As journalists, it's kind of a given that most of us will start our morning with a cup of coffee (or two or three). Heck, many of us need that daily dose of delicious -- magical even -- caffeine just to function. So grab a cup and (big yawn) wake up to this week's episode of "The Great Food Debate," a podcast where we discuss the best food, drinks and specialties found in central Ohio. This one is all about coffee. This episode's panelists are: • Katy Nye, co-founder of the Columbus Foodie Instagram account (@columbus_foodie) • Reanna Hickman, co-founder of Columbus Foodie Instagram account (@columbus_foodie) • Andy Dehus, co-founder of the Columbus Food Adventures • Jayme Hitchcock, Columbus community manager for Yelp! Where can the best coffee be found in central Ohio? • Katy's pick: Cafe Brioso (14 E Gay St, Columbus), Boston Stoker Coffee Co. (771 Neil Ave, Columbus), Fox in the Snow (locations in Italian Village, German Village) • Reanna's pick: One Line Coffee (locations in Short North and Capital Square) • Andy's pick: Cafe Brioso, Luck Bros Coffee House (1101 W. 1st Ave., Grandview Heights), Stauf's Coffee Roasters (locations in Grandview Heights, German Village, and inside North Market, the Idea Foundry, and The View on Grant) • Jayme's pick: Stauf's, OneLine Other coffee spots mentioned in this episode: • Mission Coffee Co. (11 Price Ave., Columbus) • Roaming Goat Coffee Co. (849 N .High St, Columbus) • Peet's Coffee (National chain, but none in the central Ohio area) • Dire Dawa (4517 E. Main St., Whitehall) • Addis Restaurant (3850 Cleveland Ave., Columbus) • Two Dollar Radio Headquarters (1124 Parsons Ave., Columbus) New episodes are released every Friday. Subscribe to our podcast on iTunes, Google Play and Stitcher. Have any suggestions on what we should talk about? Email us at online@thisweeknews.com or tweet us at @ThisWeekNews. This podcast was produced by Scott Hummel, ThisWeek assistant managing editor, digital. online@thisweeknews.com @ThisWeekNews
In the fourteenth episode we are joined by Alex Bandar the founder and CEO of the Columbus Idea Foundry located in Franklinton. During this episode we talk about what a makerspace actually is, how the Idea Foundry got started, and what the newest Franklinton location is used you. Finally we discuss what innovation will look like for Columbus, and how the Idea Foundry could be apart of it.
Turning your ideas or services into a business involves a lot of hoop jumping and careful planning. CCAD Assistant Professor and Department Head of Business & Entrepreneurship Elaine Grogan Luttrull outlines five areas to concentrate on when forming your own business or freelancing. Idea Foundry CEO Alex Bandar details how he grew his organization into a model of coworking and innovation, and one of Idea Foundry’s members, Will Nickley, describes life as a freelance designer.
Live from the Columbus Idea Foundry makerspace and incubator, I talk with Alex Bandar about protoyping products, neighborhoods, cities and the Idea Foundry itself. Alex Bandar is an engineer with a specialization in materials science and computer assisted design. In 2008, he founded the Columbus Idea Foundry, which has recently moved into a new and larger space, becoming the largest makerspace in the country. It is an anchor for the redevelopment of the Franklinton neighborhood of Columbus, and an important part of the Columbus entrepreneurial ecosystem. September 19th and 20th, 2015, the CIF will take part in the Independents' Weekend and will hold an open house as part of the event. If you're in their neighborhood, please stop by for a visit. Show Notes & Links Columbus Idea Foundry Franklinton Development Corporation IC3D Printers Printers and high spec filament developed at the Foundry. "Scrape" the electric motorcycle, designed by Todd Perkins, who also developed "The Inhaler", a high speed electric car, and other high performance experimental vehicles. Jotnot The Four Hour Workweek Tim Ferriss