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In this episode of Shelf Confidence, we talk with Jon Norton, regional vice president of sales at ZeroEyes, to discuss a proactive solution for gun detection and situational awareness in the food and beverage industry. Norton explains how ZeroEyes uses AI software integrated with existing security cameras to identify visible firearms and quickly alert local law enforcement and retail staff. The conversation delves into the importance of layered security measures, the significant impact of gun violence on retail environments, and the critical role employees play in maintaining safety. Tune in to learn how advanced technology can help transform security from reactive to proactive, ensuring a safer shopping experience.If you enjoy Shelf Confidence, please subscribe and share. Thanks for listening!
On of our elders and high school ministry volunteers, Jon Norton, takes us to the story of Abraham to help us understand God's omniscience.
On today's episode, it's all arts and culture. You'll hear about Illinois Symphony Orchestra and Illinois Wesleyan theatre shows happening this weekend in Bloomington-Normal. Plus, Jon Norton talks to Bloomington musician DT about his new EP.
On today's episode, you'll hear an interview with Normal City Manager Pam Reece. Plus, Jon Norton previews this weekend's Mississippi Heat performance in downtown Bloomington. And Datebook stops by an exhibit on view at the McLean County Arts Center.
On today's episode, you'll hear an interview with new ISU men's basketball coach Ryan Pedon. Plus, jazz performer Brianna Thomas talks to Jon Norton ahead of Saturday's show at Jazz Upfront in Bloomington. And a preview of Nomad Theater Company's Patio Plays.
On today's episode, you'll hear about a hotly contested GOP primary involving U.S. Rep. Rodney Davis, as well as a look at the Republican primary for Illinois attorney general. Jon Norton talks to the Twin City band Great Value Jesus about their new album. And you'll hear a preview of a sound-driven performance Friday night at the McLean County Museum of History.
On today's episode, the CEO of Marcfirst talks about their move to a new larger space in northeast Normal. Plus, Jon Norton talks to WGLT Summer Concert performer Lilli Lewis. And a Bloomington attorney is honoring his grandmother's legacy by offering a scholarship for students pursuing a career in education.
On today's episode, Bloomington photographer Rashod Taylor documents the anxiety, joy, and contradictions of raising a son in his series "Little Black Boy," now on view at Heartland Community College. Plus, Jon Norton catches up with Chicago Farmer. And one of Illinois State University's longest running community programs is celebrating 20 years of cultivating a love of music in children.
WGLT's the Leadoff is everything you need to know for Thursday, April 28. Jon Norton takes a look back at conversations with Normal West graduate and American Idol top 10 contestant Leah Marlene. Plus, the latest on an effort to get court records unsealed in the Aaron Rossi case.
On today's episode, Jon Norton looks back at some of the best Bloomington-Normal music of 2021.
Illinois' largest auto insurer says it is seeing a huge increase in thefts of catalytic converters nationwide and in this state. State Farm says pandemic unemployment and a hot market for platinum palladium and rhodium might be causes. A jazz musician who borrows from hip hop says the two art forms are more similar than you might think. Jon Norton has an interview with Saxophonist Christopher McBride before a Saturday concert in Bloomington. Bloomington Council Member Jamie Mathy is all about under the street infrastructure. And find out what kids are learning about media literacy.
Connect Transit gave more than a million rides during the pandemic. The head of the board for Bloomington Normal's bus system says that alone makes the case transit is a community must have as ridership rises again. Plus, progress to rework the Pantagraph building into a transfer center.Racial violence. Family trauma. The price of security. It's pretty heady stuff for a comic book movie. Scott Jordan is one-half of WGLT's Psych Geeks team -- dissecting the release of Marvel's "Black Widow" and its place in the always changing popular culture. Blues Traveler plays the Corn Crib. Jon Norton has the interview about the group's early dreams and new realities.
On today's episode of Sound Ideas, you'll hear Jon Norton's tribute to "Delta Frank" Black, the longtime WGLT blues host who died over the weekend from COVID-related complications. Dana Vollmer reports on the evolution of COVID in pop culture. And Part 2 of our interview with State Farm's senior vice president on diversity and inclusion initiatives.
Hear about Tina Sparkle's first album in nine years. Jon Norton talks with the Central Illinois trio about the album Southern Hospitality. Plus, State Farm just improved its benefits package to try to keep employees from moving to those other places: Geico, Progressive, those folks. Ryan Denham looks at the competition for talent in the insurance game. A Eureka College scholar studies conservative and progressive belief tendencies on conspiracy theories. And central Illinois restaurants are caught between Scylla and Charybdis, a rock and a hard place, on the horns of a dilemma; yeah, it's really not good.
As Coronavirus mitigation efforts hit Bloomington Normal the Chamber of Commerce says it's time to support struggling restaurants. Chamber of Commerce board chair Nate Hinch reacts to a halt of indoor food service by urging people to bundle up and eat outdoors. Plus, if music soothes the heartache of pandemic isolation, what's on your turntable? Jon Norton has more. In spite of adverse weather conditions in the spring and late summer McLean County farmers say the crop was alright, not fantastic, but alright. And internet sermons aren't enough for some churchgoers.
Christopher Belt is an English teacher at Normal Community High School. The Normal native spoke with Jon Norton for the WGLT series Living Black in Bloomington-Normal . Contact us if you'd like to be featured in the series .
Chadman James, a.k.a. Grill Billyenz (or Billy Yenz) is a 30-year-old budding hip-hop star and self-described all-around creative. The Normal native spoke with Jon Norton for the WGLT series Living Black in Bloomington-Normal . Contact us if you'd like to be featured in the series .
Bloomington native Jayana Fennell is a Normal Community West High School graduate. She’s currently a junior telecommunications major for video production at Ball State University in Muncie, Indiana. She’s also minoring in French. She spoke with Jon Norton for WGLT's series Living Black in Bloomington-Normal . Contact us if you'd like to be featured in the series .
Future teachers of history say black history month is crucially important. And ISU history major Christian Johnson says the movements surrounding historic figures matter just as much as the individuals. Plus, how math and art can work together. McLean County Board Chair John McIntyre talks about how to spend tax revenue from marijuana sales. And the All American rejects are not something you'd want to reject. Jon Norton offers you their music.
Jon Norton on marketing lessons from building a stand-out accountancy brand - MAF134 This week my guest is Jon Norton. He runs an accountancy firm and it stands out because it doesn't fit the stereotype. We talk about the marketing lessons any professional firm, financial services or otherwise, can learn from the experiences Jon's had building a stand out accountancy brand. Welcome to episode 134 of the Marketing and Finance Podcast. We chat about: How to make management accounting more accessible to businesses The similarities between marketing an accountancy firm and a financial adviser firm The importance of daily cash flow and how accountants can help Finding your unique tone of voice so you rise above your peers Who is Jon Norton? Jon set up Barefoot Accounting to support small businesses and organisations demystify their financials. His focus is setting up systems and providing monthly accounting support. Barefoot Accounting is here to ensure that your accounts help you to direct your business and keep you compliant – with the added security and peace of mind that a dedicated professional is “watching your back”. From helping start-ups through to well-established corporations, Barefoot’s bespoke monthly support services bring the invaluable time and money saving benefits of accounting to the everyday running of businesses, help their clients direct their businesses and stay compliant. Links and Show Notes. For links to the books and apps mentioned by Jon, please visit http://rogeredwards.co.uk/MAF for the show notes. What is the Marketing and Finance (MAF) Podcast? The podcast for ideas and inspiration on marketing your business and growing your business, and for discussing topics on all things finance. The MAF Podcast is a 30 minute radio show you download from http://rogeredwards.co.uk/MAF, iTunes or Stitcher Radio. Each week you'll hear interviews with business experts, marketers, entreprenuers and journalists. Interviews to listen to in the car, on the train or on the treadmill. Or even in the bath! We talk about: How you can grow your business using content marketing and social media How you can keep your Marketing strategy and communications simple Topics, issues, products and business models from the world of finance You’ll take away one or two big ideas that you can apply to your business. So you can keep marketing your business to keep growing your business. I’m your host, Roger Edwards. A marketing guy from Edinburgh, Roger helps people keep their marketing simple in a world where complexity threatens to stifle business success. An experienced marketing professional helping businesses with their marketing strategy, content and social media. Roger clocked up many years in the ‘big corporate’ world as marketing director of several UK financial services brands before setting up his own consultancy. Some of you might remember me as the Marketing Director and Managing Director of Bright Grey and Scottish Provident. He now uses his expertise to guide his clients in designing engaging campaigns and is known as a prolific content creator, podcaster and a speaker. Please subscribe to the Podcast on iTunes and I’d be grateful if you would leave a review. http://rogeredwards.co.uk/itunes Fancy Appearing on the Show? Would you be interested in appearing on the MAF Podcast? Have you an exciting marketing or finance story to tell? Do you fancy drawing out some inspirational ideas that MAF listeners can take away to use in their own businesses? Do please contact me if you want to get involved. http://rogeredwards.co.uk