Podcasts about international conflict analysis

Donna Hicks: Leading with Dignity Donna Hicks is an Associate at the Weatherhead Center for International Affairs at Harvard University and the former Deputy Director of the Program on International Conflict Analysis and Resolution (PICAR). She has facilitated dialogues in numerous unofficial diplomatic efforts and was a consultant to the BBC in Northern Ireland, where she co-facilitated a television series, Facing the Truth, with Archbishop Desmond Tutu. She is the author of Dignity: It's Essential Role in Resolving Conflict and Leading with Dignity: How to Create a Culture That Brings Out the Best in People*. Everyone wants to be treated in a way that shows they matter. We may differ in status, but we are all equal in dignity. In this episode, Donna and I explore how appreciating dignity can help us bring out the best in people. Key Points Everyone wants to be treated in a way that shows they matter. Dignity is different than respect. Everyone has dignity, but not everyone deserves respect. A major misconception of dignity is that we receive our worth from external sources. We're at our best when connected to our own dignity, connected to the dignity of others, and connected the dignity of something bigger. Start with vulnerability and empathy. These open the doors to connecting with your own dignity and the dignity of others. We may differ in status, but we are all equal in dignity. Resources Mentioned Dignity: It's Essential Role in Resolving Conflict* by Donna Hicks Leading with Dignity: How to Create a Culture That Brings Out the Best in People* by Donna Hicks Interview Notes Download my interview notes in PDF format (free membership required). Related Episodes How to Get Way Better at Accepting Feedback, with Sheila Heen (episode 143) Use Power for Good and Not Evil, with Dacher Keltner (episode 254) Help People Show Up as Themselves, with Frederic Laloux (episode 580) Discover More Activate your free membership for full access to the entire library of interviews since 2011, searchable by topic. To accelerate your learning, uncover more inside Coaching for Leaders Plus.

Interview recorded - 26th of September, 2023On this episode of the WTFinance podcast I had the pleasure of speaking with  @JamesKerLindsay - A Geopolitical and Ethnic Conflicts expert. James holds a PhD in International Conflict Analysis and has published a dozen books on ethnic conflicts and territorial disputes. During our conversation we spoke about whether we are living in more turbulent times, what the current geopolitical landscape compares to, whether a region can secede, other drivers that will impact geopolitics in the future and more. I hope you enjoy!0:00  - Introduction1:16 - Are we living in more turbulent times than normal?8:14 - What does our current geopolitical landscape remind James of?14:16 - Setting the precedent of annexing territory?18:34 - Is the globe hypocritical on current Azerbaijan invasion?25:26 - Is secession possible in todays day and age?30:51 - Going back to proxy wars?37:40 - Other drivers that will impact geopolitics in the future?41:15 - One message to takeaway from our conversation?James Ker-Lindsay is Visiting Professor at LSEE. His research focuses on conflict, peace and security in South East Europe (Western Balkans, Greece, Turkey and Cyprus), European Union enlargement, and secession and recognition in international politics. He has played an active role in the development of South East European Studies, both in Britain and internationally. He is a former coordinator of the BISA Working Group on the region and is on the editorial boards of Southeast European and Black Sea Studies, the Journal of Balkan and Near Eastern Studies, and Ethnopolitics.As well as his academic work, Prof Ker-Lindsay maintains a strong record of policy engagement and consultancy. He has worked at the Royal United Services Institute (RUSI), the world's oldest independent security and defence studies think tank, and at the Foreign and Commonwealth Office. He has also served as an advisor to a number of governments and international organisations, including the United Nations and the Council of Europe. He appears regularly in the media and has been interviewed by many leading international news organisations, such as the BBC, CNN, Reuters, Associated Press, The Economist, The Guardian, The New York Times, Radio Free Europe, SKY News, The Times and the Wall Street Journal.James Ker-Lindsay - YouTube -  @JamesKerLindsay  Books - https://www.amazon.co.uk/James-Ker-Lindsay/e/B001JOTQ88/Twitter - https://twitter.com/JamesKerLindsayWTFinance -Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/wtfinancee/Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/67rpmjG92PNBW0doLyPvfniTunes - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wtfinance/id1554934665?uo=4Twitter - https://twitter.com/AnthonyFatseas

Korea24 – 2022.06.22. (Wednesday) News Briefing: South Korea has reported its first case of Monkeypox. Authorities confirmed that the patient was a Korean national who had arrived from Germany. (Jenny NA) In-Depth News Analysis: It has been almost four months since Russia invaded Ukraine, and as the fighting continues, questions are growing about how long the war could go on. Some analysts have suggested that it could settle into a situation akin to the Korean peninsula, where the two sides agree to stop fighting, but fail to declare an official end to the war. To discuss this possibility and the overall situation, Neophytos Loizides, Professor of International Conflict Analysis at the University of Kent, joins us on the line. Korea Trending with Walter Lee: 1. A woman in her 20s who attacked a man on a Seoul subway train with her phone will be facing trial, with prosecutors seeking a two-year prison sentence. (지하철 폭행女, 작년엔 1호선서 난동…징역 2년 구형) 2. Pregnant women who reside in Seoul will be able to get 700,000won worth of support in transportation fees starting next month. (서울시, 모든 임산부에 교통비 70만원…자차 유류비로도 가능) 3. Retired legendary Filipino boxer Manny Pacquiao is set to compete in a special boxing match against Korean martial artist DK Yoo in Seoul in December. (파퀴아오 12월 서울에서 무술가 DK 유와 맞대결) Korea Book Club: This week, literary critic Barry Welsh brings us a short story from 1939 called "Into the Light (빛 속에)" by Kim Sa-ryang (김사량). It tells the story of a teacher hiding his Korean identity while living under Japanese colonial rule. Currently there are at least two English translations available, by Jane Kim and Christopher D. Scott, pointing to the significance of this classic work. Morning Edition Preview with Richard Larkin: - In tomorrow’s Korea Herald, Kim Hae-yeon reports on how a painting made in the Joseon era has returned home to South Korea after 490 years. - Tomorrow’s Korea Times features a report by Dong Sun-hwa on the plagiarism allegations surrounding Korean singer-songwriter You Hee-yeol.

Today's story comes from Elizabeta Jevtic-Somlai. Originally from Serbia, now living in Phoenix, Arizona. Liz knows what it's like to flee a country she loved and to find new roots, a new way in a strange and unwelcoming country. I have the privilege of working with her at Their Story is Our Story, where we are working to tell the stories of refugees to change the perception, reception, and legislation in a way that supports people fleeing violence and persecution. Liz lost a great deal when she escaped her beautiful country. But she says, she will not lose who she is or where she came from.  Here is a bit more about Liz before we jump into her full story.  Even in her youth, Liz understood that education can better lives, and she loves to learn. She holds a BA in International Relations, a BA, a MA in German/Holocaust Studies, and a Ph.D. in International Conflict Analysis. She is a passionate advocate for human rights, more specifically minority, refugee, women, and children's rights, and has presented, researched, and published much on the topic of long-term (re-)integration. She comes to TSOS with extensive professional experience in operations and policy planning at the U.N. level and curriculum and course development in higher education. As a refugee herself, Liz knows that trials are part of the journey and that life is precious. She is always ready for a good laugh, loves engaging young minds in meaningful discussions, spending time with her family, and embracing new cultures, people, and food. Liz said we can educate people with personal stories - we connect to them and change our perception of that label (refugee). With that, people change their actions. Over time, we see an increase in people wanting to help with food, clothing, integration into communities. Today:  Get a first-hand experience of what it's like to sneak out of your country at the young age of 14 The trials in starting over How Liz broke the cycle Why sharing the stories of refugees matters How to get involved and help She wants you to know her story is not meant to be a sad story. It is a story of a survivor. With that, let's listen in and gear up for what's next. Where to find Liz and other links: TSOS website Instagram  Facebook Interview on BYU Radio: Refugee Stories, Civilians in Space, Arachnophobia BEFORE YOU LEAVE - If you are enjoying the shows, I hope you'll subscribe, rate, review, and share with your friends!   About Lisa Gerber: Lisa advises CEOs and senior-level management on how to use the power of storytelling and effective communication to influence action and bring ideas to life.   She guides companies through the digital maze of constantly changing tools to build discovery, loyalty, and ultimately help them achieve their own big leaps.   When she is not in her office, she might be out skiing or trail running. This is where she does her best creative problem-solving.   To learn more about booking Lisa for consulting, speaking, or workshops, visit www.bigleapcreative.com.

Consul General of Mexico Javier Díaz de León, based in Atlanta, talked with TNWAC's Patrick Ryan about the economic impact of US-Mexico trade and investment on Tennessee; the USMCA accord on its one-year anniversary and other aspects of commercial relations. They talked about other aspects of the relationship such as the US-Mexico border and migration issues and the shared values and interests of Mexicans and Americans. Javier Díaz de León Consul General of Mexico in Atlanta Consul General, Javier Díaz de León, holds a Bachelors degree in International Relations from the Universidad Iberoamericana. He has a Masters in International Conflict Analysis granted by the University of Kent, in England. Diaz has been a member of the Mexican Foreign Service since 1991 and has held the rank of Ambassador since April 28, 2017. During his diplomatic career he has held various positions, including: Deputy Consul General in San Diego; Deputy Consul General in New York, Head of the Office of Migratory and Hispanic Affairs in the Embassy of Mexico in the United States and Executive Director of the Institute of Mexicans Abroad of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Mexico City. From June 2013 to May 2016 he served as Consul General of Mexico in Raleigh, North Carolina. In May 2016, he was appointed Consul General of Mexico in Atlanta, which oversees affairs in the states of Georgia, Tennessee and Alabama.

durée : 00:10:47 - Les Enjeux internationaux - par : Julie Gacon - Les Etats-Unis ont annoncé avant-hier avoir réduit leur contingent de soldats sur place à 2500 hommes, conformément au pré-accord de Doha du 29 février 2020. Les Talibans profitent de la stratégie américaine désormais défensive, pour reprendre du terrain. Entretien avec le chercheur Romain Malejacq. - réalisation : Vivien Demeyère - invités : Romain Malejacq Professeur assistant au Centre for International Conflict Analysis and Management (CICAM) de Radboud University (Pays-Bas), auteur de Warlord Survival : The delusion of State Building in Afghanistan (Presses de l’université de Cornell)

Practioner Series Dr Phill Gittins is World BEYOND War's Education Director. World beyond war in a global movement for non-violence. He has 15+ years' programming, analysis, and leadership experience in the areas of peace, education, and youth. He has particular expertise in context-specific approaches to peace programming; peacebuilding education; and youth inclusion in research and action. To date, he has lived, worked, and travelled in over 50 countries across 6 continents; taught in schools, colleges, and universities in eight countries; and led experiential training and training-of-trainers for hundreds of individuals on peace and conflict processes. Other experience includes work in youth offending prisons; oversight management for youth and community projects; and consultation for public and non-profit organisations on peace, education, and youth issues. Phill has received multiple awards for his contributions to peace and conflict work, including the Rotary Peace Fellowship and the Kathryn Davis Fellow for Peace. He is also a Peace Ambassador for the Institute for Economics and Peace. He earned his PhD in International Conflict Analysis, MA in Education, and a BA in Youth and Community Studies. He also holds postgraduate qualifications in Peace and Conflict Studies, Education and Training, and Teaching in Higher Education, and is a certified Neuro-Linguistic Programming Practitioner, counsellor, and project manager by training. Dr Majbritt Lyck-Bowen is a Research Fellow at the Centre for Religion, Reconciliation and Peacebuilding at the University of Winchester. She is Programme Leader for the Centre's MA in Reconciliation and Peacebuilding where she teaches modules in Peacebuilding and Research Methods.

Serbia's struggle for neutrality and sovereignty faces obstruction from Brussels and Washington, who wish to bring Serbia under the European Union and American spheres of political influence. Over the several few weeks, the Serbian people and the Serbian state itself were a focus for international politics, as the President of Serbia, Aleksandar Vucic, was effectively forced to sign a document of normalization between Belgrade and the Government of Kosovo in Pristina, which ultimately proved to be more of a vassalage treaty than anything else. A few weeks prior in Montenegro, a coalition of parties representing the Serbian people of Montenegro managed to secure a majority in the country's recent parliamentary elections. What does this success in the elections mean for the people of Montenegro, both those who identify as Serbs or Montenegrins? What kind of an impact will this change in government have for the small Balkan nation of only 600,000 inhabitants? Joining Ivan Bilokapic – Europa Terra Nostra vice-chairman and podcast host – and providing further insight into the current political affairs in Serbia and Montenegro is Stefan Brakus, a Serb scholar with a Bachelors degree in War Studies and Masters degree in International Conflict Analysis from the University of Kent, UK.

“USMCA Insights with Consul General of Mexico in Atlanta” Supply Chain Now Episode 398 This episode of Supply Chain Now features Ambassador Diaz. Javier Díaz de León serves as the Consul General of Mexico in Atlanta. He has a degree in International Relations, having graduated from the Universidad Iberoamericana. He has a Master in International Conflict Analysis from the University of Kent in England. Since 1991, Javier has served as a member of the Mexican Foreign Service and received promotion to the rank of Ambassador on April 28, 2017. He has held various positions throughout his professional career, including: Alternate Consul in San Diego; Alternate Consul in New York, Chief of the Section of Migration and Hispanic Affairs at the Mexican Embassy in the United States of America and Executive Director of the Institute of Mexicans Abroad of the Mexican Foreign Ministry. From June 2013 to May 2016 he served as Consul General of Mexico in Raleigh, North Carolina. In May 2016, he was named the Consul General of Mexico in Atlanta. Learn more: https://consulmex.sre.gob.mx/atlanta/ Upcoming Events & Resources Mentioned in this Episode: Subscribe to Supply Chain Now: supplychainnowradio.com/subscribe/ Connect with Scott on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/scottwindonluton/ Connect with Greg on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/gswhite/ Supply Chain Now Ranked #1 Supply Chain Podcast via FeedSpot: tinyurl.com/rud8y9m Supply Chain Now Ranked #3 Supply Chain YouTube Channel via Feedspot: https://tinyurl.com/yazfegov Supply Chain Now on YouTube: tinyurl.com/scnr-youtube Register for the Virtual Supply Chain Summit with Alcott Global: https://tinyurl.com/ycgwab87 Stand Up & Sound Off: A Conversation About Race in Industry Webinar: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/7522896348121204752 Check Out News From Our Sponsors: U.S. Bank: www.usbpayment.com/transportation-solutions Capgemini: www.capgemini.com/us-en/ Vector Global Logistics: vectorgl.com/ Verusen: www.verusen.com/ ProPurchaser.com: tinyurl.com/y6l2kh7g This episode of Supply Chain Now was hosted by Greg White and Scott Luton. For additional information, please visit our dedicated show page at www.supplychainnowradio.com/episode-398

durée : 00:59:27 - Les Petits matins - Hajar Bali vous parle de son premier roman "Écorces", et Romain Malejacq des négociations inter-afghanes. Les chroniques s'intéressent au choix du gouvernement de recourir au 49.3 pour faire adopter la réforme des retraites à l’Assemblée nationale. - réalisation : Mydia Portis-Guérin - invités : Hajar Bali écrivaine et auteure de pièces de théâtre.; Romain Malejacq Professeur assistant au Centre for International Conflict Analysis and Management (CICAM) de Radboud University (Pays-Bas), auteur de Warlord Survival : The delusion of State Building in Afghanistan (Presses de l’université de Cornell)

durée : 00:11:45 - Les Enjeux internationaux - par : Julie Gacon - Après la signature samedi d'un accord de retrait entre Etats-Unis et talibans, des négociations inter-afghanes doivent commencer le 10 mars. Il est question que le gouvernement afghan, très divisé, intègre les anciens insurgés dans les institutions... Entretien avec le chercheur Romain Malejacq. - réalisation : Mydia Portis-Guérin - invités : Romain Malejacq Professeur assistant au Centre for International Conflict Analysis and Management (CICAM) de Radboud University (Pays-Bas), auteur de Warlord Survival : The delusion of State Building in Afghanistan (Presses de l’université de Cornell)

Join me as I interview Dr. Donna Hicks, a TEDxStormant speaker, author, researcher, and international expert on dignity and conflict resolution. We cover the 10 elements of dignity, how Dr. Hicks got interested in dignity research and how she applied it to international negotiations and conflict resolution. We also discuss the difference between dignity and respect, the most common violations of dignity in the workplace, and how to address dignity violations and confront a violator.About Donna Hicks, Ph.D.Dr. Donna Hicks has a long resume and history of working to help people understand the concept of dignity. Here’s a list of highlights:Dr. Hicks is the Deputy Director of the Program on International Conflict Analysis and Resolution (PICAR) at the Weatherhead Center for International Affairs at Harvard University.Israeli/Palestinian conflict - unofficial diplomatic effortsFounded and co-directed a ten-year project in Sri LankaConflicts in Northern Ireland and Colombia and conducted several US/Cuba dialoguesShe is the Vice President of Ara Pacis, an Italian non-governmental organization based in Rome. They are currently involved in a dignity restoration project in Syria and Libya.Dr. Hicks was a consultant to the British Broadcasting Company (BBC) where she co-facilitated encounters between victims and perpetrators of the Northern Irish conflict with Archbishop Desmond Tutu. The encounters were made into 3 television programs, Facing the Truth, which were aired throughout the United Kingdom and on BBC World.Taught courses in conflict resolution at Harvard, Clark, and Columbia UniversitiesConducts trainings and educational seminars in the US and abroad on the role dignity plays in healing and reconciling relationships in conflict as well as dignity leadership training.Clients include the World Bank, the United Nations, the US Navy, and governments worldwideDonna Hicks spoke at TEDxStormontIn this episode we discuss:The 10 elements of dignityHow Dr. Hicks got interested in dignity research and how she applied it to international negotiations and conflict resolutionThe difference between dignity and respectThe most common violations of dignity in the workplaceTips on how to address dignity violations and confront a violatorHow do we build a culture that supports this?Quotes“I made a promise to Archbishop Tutu that I would never ever again say that people can have their dignity stripped.”"If we don’t lovingly embrace our own dignity it’s harder to do it with others….we’re not only valuable and worthy, but we are invaluable. We’re priceless, and we’re irreplaceable."Timestamps [18:40] 10 Elements of Dignity:Being able to maintain one’s identity and have others accept itRecognition and praise for doing something praiseworthyAcknowledgement that something terrible happenedInclusion and sense of belongingSafety--physical and psychologicalFairnessAutonomy and independenceUnderstandingBenefit of the doubtAn apology if something bad happens"The brain doesn’t know the difference between a violation to your dignity and a physical wound.”[20:23] A conversation Dr. Hicks had with Arch Bishop Desmond TutuWhat is the single most important ingredient for people who want to put the past to rest and move forward with their lives?[22:40] Out of the 10 elements of dignity, which element is violated most often in the workplace? Psychological Safety[28:11] Dr. Hicks explains that most people don’t understand dignity and she defines it as our inherent value and our inherent vulnerability. The difference between dignity and respect--respect has to be earned. Dignity does not. Respect can be taken away. Dignity can be wounded.[35:25] What does it mean to treat someone with dignity? “Treating people with dignity doesn’t just mean being nice or kind.”[41:55] How to address your own anger before you confront someoneConnect with Dr. Hicks and ResourcesWebsite | LinkedInDonna's TEDx TalkLeading with Dignity: How to Create a Culture That Brings Out the Best in PeopleDignity: Its Essential Role in Resolving ConflictAbout this EpisodeEpisode: 14Title: How to Resolve Conflict in 2020 with Your Dignity IntactRelease Date: January 6, 2020Guest: Donna Hicks, Ph.D.Connect with Lead with Levity: Website | LinkedIn | Facebook |

“How Mexico Sees Trade with Georgia & USMCA: Insights from the Consul General of Mexico in Atlanta” Supply Chain Now Radio, Episode 190 Recorded at the 2020 Georgia Manufacturing Summit Learn more: https://www.georgiamanufacturingalliance.com/ Featuring: Javier Díaz de León serves as the Consul General of Mexico in Atlanta. He has a degree in International Relations, having graduated from the Universidad Iberoamericana. He has a Master in International Conflict Analysis from the University of Kent in England. Since 1991, Javier has served as a member of the Mexican Foreign Service and received promotion to the rank of Ambassador on April 28, 2017. He has held various positions throughout his professional career, including: Alternate Consul in San Diego; Alternate Consul in New York, Chief of the Section of Migration and Hispanic Affairs at the Mexican Embassy in the United States of America and Executive Director of the Institute of Mexicans Abroad of the Mexican Foreign Ministry. From June 2013 to May 2016 he served as Consul General of Mexico in Raleigh, North Carolina. In May 2016, he was named the Consul General of Mexico in Atlanta. Learn more: https://consulmex.sre.gob.mx/atlanta/ Upcoming Events & Resources Mentioned in this Episode Connect with Greg on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gswhite/ SCNR to Broadcast Live at SC Logistics 2019 Fall Tech Talk: https://tinyurl.com/y2mttrg8 SCNR to Broadcast Live at eft Logistics CIO Forum in Austin, TX: https://tinyurl.com/y5po7tvw SCNR to Broadcast Live at CSCMP Atlanta Roundtable Event: https://tinyurl.com/y43lywrd Reverse Logistics Association Conference & Expo: https://rla.org/calendar/1 SCNR to Broadcast Live at MODEX 2020: https://www.modexshow.com/ 2020 Atlanta Supply Chain Awards: https://www.atlantasupplychainawards.com/ SCNR on YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/scnr-youtube Greg White Guest Blog on Alloy: https://tinyurl.com/yxs34lnm Check Out News From Our Sponsors The Effective Syndicate: https://www.theeffectivesyndicate.com/blog Spend Management Experts: https://spendmanagementexperts.com/ APICS Atlanta: https://apicsatlanta.org TalentStream: https://talentstreamstaffing.com/ Verusen: https://www.verusen.com/ Georgia Manufacturing Alliance: https://www.georgiamanufacturingalliance.com/ ProPurchaser.com: https://tinyurl.com/y6l2kh7g Supply Chain Real Estate: https://supplychainrealestate.com/ Vector Global Logistics: http://vectorgl.com/ This episode was hosted by Greg White. For more information, please visit our dedicated show page at: www.supplychainnowradio.com/episode-190

Dr. Donna Hicks is an Associate at the Weatherhead Center for International Affairs, Harvard University and previously served as the Deputy Director of the Program on International Conflict Analysis and Resolution at the Center. She worked extensively on the Israeli/Palestinian conflict and as a member of the third party in numerous unofficial diplomatic efforts. Dr. Hicks founded and co-directed a ten-year project in Sri Lanka, which brought various communities together for dialogue. She has also worked on the conflicts in Northern Ireland and Colombia, and conducted several US/Cuba dialogues. She is the Vice President of Ara Pacis, an Italian organization sponsored by the Italian Foreign Ministry which is currently involved in a dignity restoration project in Syria and Libya. Dr. Hicks previously served as a consultant to the British Broadcasting Company where she co-facilitated encounters between victims and perpetrators of the Northern Irish conflict with Archbishop Desmond Tutu. She is the author of the book, Dignity: It's Essential Role in Resolving Conflict and Leading with Dignity, which will be published in 2018. Visit www.drdonnahicks.com. Get the Off the Grid Into the Heart by Sister Jenna. Visit www.americameditating.org. Download our free Pause for Peace App.

 :arrow: :arrow: Interview with Javier Díaz de León Consul General of Mexico in Atlanta, Jacob Gluck Founder of Goza Tequila, John Min Chief Economist with Tempus on International Business Radio Javier Díaz de León Consul General of Mexico in Atlanta Javier Díaz de León holds a Bachelor's Degree in International Relations from the Universidad Iberoamericana in Mexico City. He also earned a Master of Arts in International Conflict Analysis from the University of Kent at Canterbury in England. Since 1991, he is a member of the Mexican Foreign Service, and currently holds the rank of Ambassador. During his professional career he has served as: Deputy Consul General in San Diego; Deputy Consul General in New York, Head of the Office for Migration and Hispanic Affairs at the Mexican Embassy in the United States, and Executive Director of the Institute for Mexicans Abroad at the Mexican Ministry of Foreign Affairs. From June 2013 to May 2016 he served as Consul General of Mexico in Raleigh, NC. On May 2016, he was appointed by President Enrique Peña Nieto as Consul General of Mexico in Atlanta, Georgia, where he is serving in this position since June 18, 2016. Organization: Consulate General of Mexico in Atlanta Website:  www.consulmexatlanta.org Jacob Gluck Founder and CEO of Goza Tequila Jacob Gluck is an entrepreneur; he is the Founder and CEO of Goza Tequila—an ultra-premium, craft tequila brand headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. Through his time spent building Goza and successfully bringing the product to market, Jacob acquired a wealth of knowledge across a multitude of areas. Creating a liquor brand from scratch enabled Jacob to gain expertise in fields ranging from manufacturing and distribution, to branding, marketing, and sales strategy—all while building a solid foundation within the alcoholic beverage industry at large. He has deep experience developing effective business plans, financial modeling/projections, and other various documents essential to raising capital. As Goza is a U.S. federal importer, and in working closely with Mexican businesses and government entities, Jacob has a thorough understanding of the complexities inherent in doing international business and trade. As much as anything else, Jacob knows how to compete and succeed with limited resources. He believes in a bottom-up approach to growth, the efficient use of capital, and that the best form of advertising cannot be paid for. Prior to entering the spirits industry, Mr. Gluck worked in finance as a stock broker for Compass Point—a boutique sales, research, and trading firm. There Jacob honed his financial chops, gaining skills that would prove invaluable to his future entrepreneurial endeavors. At Compass he served in equity sales, leveraging the firm's research to drive business with buy-side accounts (primarily hedge funds). The company's research was focused on the financial services industry; specific sectors included big banks, thrifts, specialty finance companies, mortgage insurers, REITs, home-builders, and financial technology companies. Jacob left Compass Point with a broad understanding of companies spread across various sectors, market capitalization's, and capital structures. In addition, Jacob earned the FINRA Series 7 certification—the most comprehensive financial securities exam offered by the FINRA, which covers a wide range of investments including stocks, bonds, options, limited partnerships, and investment company products. Company: Goza Tequila Website:  www.gozatequila.com John Min Chief Economist with Tempus Dr. John Min is currently the Chief Economist with Tempus. Prior to working with Tempus, John was Founder and Chief Economist for World First USA and worked as the VP of Sales for Ruesch International, an international financial institution based in Washington DC. Throughout his career, Dr. Min has also worked with companies such as JP Morgan Chase, Everbank, Management Concepts,

This week, I had the pleasure to host a phenomenal and in depth interview with the amazing Terna, of (among many things) Coming Out Muslim. We had a deep dialogue with all about her insights and relationships with education, Islam, sexuality, health, healing, and self-care! Terna is a Nigerian/ Liberian/American artist, facilitator and healer. She holds an MA in Counseling Psychology and Global Mental Health, and graduate degrees in International Conflict Analysis and Teaching. She has worked as a public school teacher in New York, at the United Nations, and currently works to help survivors of homicide and victims of community violence. Terna is also the co-writer of Coming Out Muslim: Radical Acts of Love, which captures stories and experiences of being at the intersections of Islam and queerness and its relationship to family, lovers, one’s sense of self and relationship with our faith. Get ready to be absolutely enthralled!

Dr. Donna Hicks is an Associate at the Weatherhead Center for International Affairs, Harvard University where she chairs the Herbert C. Kelman Seminar on International Conflict. Dr. Hicks was Deputy Director of the Program on International Conflict Analysis and Resolution (PICAR) at the Weatherhead Center for International Affairs at Harvard University for nine years. She worked extensively on the Israeli/Palestinian conflict and as a member of the third party in numerous unofficial diplomatic efforts. In addition to her work in the Middle East, Dr. Hicks founded and co-directed a ten-year project in Sri Lanka, which brought the Tamil, Sinhalese and Muslim communities together for dialogue. She has been actively involved with the conflict in Colombia, where she was invited to give workshops and lectures in conflict resolution. For several years, she was involved in a project designed to improve relations between the US and Cuba. Dr. Hicks was a consultant to the British Broadcasting Company where she co-facilitated encounters between victims and perpetrators of the Northern Ireland conflict with Archbishop Desmond Tutu. The encounters were made into 3 television programs that were aired throughout the United Kingdom and on BBC World. Dr. Hicks has taught courses in conflict resolution at Harvard, Clark, and Columbia Universities and conducts trainings and educational seminars in the US and abroad on the role dignity plays in healing and reconciling relationships in conflict. She consults to corporations, schools, churches, and non-governmental organization. She was a founding board member of the Alliance for Peacebuilding. She is the author of the book, Dignity: The Essential Role it Plays in Resolving Conflict, published in 2011 by Yale University Press.