Podcasts about MSO

Welcome to another exciting episode of the People of Packaging podcast! Host Adam Peek is back at it, coming to you live from the Label King studios.In this episode, Adam sits down with Dustin Steerman, founder and CEO of Vert. Dustin shares his journey through the packaging world—from paper and labels to digital flex pack—and breaks down how he is building a 35,000-square-foot powerhouse facility in Longmont, Colorado.Key Discussion Points:* Industry Origins: Growing up around paper mills, early Philly roots, and leaving Philadelphia sports fandom on a high note after the Eagles' Super Bowl win.* The Digital Shift: How Dustin identified early gaps in digital flexible packaging around 2014 and launched Vert in 2023.* Cannabis Packaging Realities: Navigating strict state-by-state regulations, multi-state operator (MSO) complexities, and how short-run digital printing solves artwork versioning headaches.* Vert's Scalable Model: Building out 35,000 square feet, running short to long-run pouch lines, and targeting 10–15 million pouches per month capacity.* Expanding Verticals: Moving beyond cannabis into sports nutrition, pet treats, and the natural products epicenter in Boulder/Longmont.* The Service Gap: Why exceptional customer service, 24-hour quote turnarounds, and direct communication are the ultimate business differentiators today.Connect with Dustin Steerman:* Dustin Steerman on LinkedIn* Website: vertpack.comConnect with Adam Peek:* LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/adampeek* TikTok: @thelabelkingAbout the People of Packaging Podcast:The People of Packaging Podcast dives deep into the stories of the human beings making the packaging world tick. Host Adam Peek interviews leaders, disruptors, and innovators across the industry to give you an insider look at what is happening today and where the market is heading next. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit encase.substack.com

In this episode, we sit down with Nayaa Owusu, a retail analyst and solutions developer at OSP Retail, to dig into one of the most contested topics in retail: shelf space. Anyone who's worked in buying or merchandising knows how heated the debate over category space can get, every team feels their products deserve more room, and decisions are often driven as much by gut feeling and internal politics as by hard evidence. Naya brings a rare dual perspective to this conversation: she spent years on the merchandising side at major brands like Debenhams, Peloton, and Lipsy, living through exactly these space battles firsthand, before crossing over into retail tech to help build the tools that solve them.Before moving into software, Nayaa first started out on the shop floor in roles at Topshop, Selfridges, and River Island while studying maths at university. That analytical foundation, combined with genuine hands-on retail experience, set her up for a merchandising career spanning beauty at Debenhams, international operations at Peloton during its explosive pandemic-era growth, and commercial/business analysis at Lipsy. Today, she's part of the team at OSP Retail building Macro Space Optimization (MSO), a data-driven platform that helps retailers make smarter, less emotional decisions about how they allocate space across categories and stores.In this conversation, we explore how Nayaa's varied background shaped her approach to solving one of retail's oldest arguments, what MSO actually does under the hood, and why data-not gut feel alone, is becoming the deciding factor in how stores are laid out.Three Key Takeaways:1) Data removes the emotion and bias from space planning. Buyers and merchandisers are naturally attached to their categories ("gut feeling" and personal relationships with brands can skew decisions), but tools like MSO base space allocation on actual customer data rather than assumption- while still allowing manual overrides when needed.2) Store clustering reveals patterns you wouldn't expect from broad averages. Grouping stores by similar customer behavior (rather than just size or region) uncovers surprising insights like cat products outperforming dog products in London versus the rest of the UK.3) Space planning should happen earlier in the buying process, not as an afterthought. Traditionally, ranges are built first and then squeezed onto shelves; bringing space considerations in at the buying stage (rather than fitting products to space later) leads to better commercial outcomes.If you would like to hear more about how OSP could help you with your space challenges- drop us a message and we can put you in contact with the team.Support the showIf you've liked this episode please rate, follow, subscribe and share :) - and if you already have, thank you! It honestly really helps to keep this going and growing!Follow us @buyingandbeyond on Instagram Send us a DM or email hello@buyingandbeyond.co.ukWe also have a retail buyers membership @jointhebuyersclub  Find out more at www.jointhebuyersclub.co.ukAutumn fair coffee meet up- come and meet us at Autumn fair at our coffee meet up and podcast live, see link below for all the details on how to sign up:  https://www.autumnfair.com/buying-beyond?utm_source=partner&utm_medium=buying_beyond_channels&utm_campaign=buying_beyondIf you'd like to show a little more love, then head here to give us just a little bit *extra* and show us your support :) thank you!https://www.buzzsprout.com/2300060/support

This week we have a true Trifecta, opening the show we have Keyboardist @matt.riddle.520 returning from the dark side of the moon via Straya. He will be performing with @australianpinkfloyd on Aug 18th in Vail CO at the Gerald Ford Amphitheater. Up next we have cannabis Author and educator @Dannydankoht once again back on the show. With so much going on in the cannabis world from rescheduling descheduling interstate commerce, large MSO‘s failing and the biggest thing looming over growers breeders and cannabis enthusiasts the Nov 12th seed ban we have so many avenues to go down we might need two shows. Finally we will be opening up our @kactuskutter_official that we received last week this week we all get one and if you haven't checked them out yet go to their Instagram or their website obviously use Dunn deal in the discount code section. They have three different models to choose from plus a lot of other storage accessories. Keep your eyes peeled for a seed giveaway during the show of unreleased gravity x Northern Lights from friend of the show Uncle Andy these are his very first seed drop the Northern lights that he reversed came directly from the man behind Northern lights, himself @oldemarine Marine So get that @puffco peak pro or proxy charged your @gramglass.labs Clean with some ice

Send us fan responses! Paperwork can feel like power until you realize it's also a trap. We kick things off with real talk about privacy, why we refuse to answer certain “legal” questions in public chats, and why an ID might be a representation of you rather than “you” itself. From there, we go deeper into how the host uses ministry language, private records, and mindset to navigate systems that most people only react to when it's already too late.We also get practical about documentation and organization, especially the overlooked value of family Bible records, baptismal certificates, school records, and other supporting documents often tied to identity and travel processes. The point isn't to obsess over a single template, it's to build a clean private record system you can actually use. Along the way, we talk about using AI tools like Google Gemini to recreate forms, modernize templates, and even build a service business around helping others with private records and documentation.Then we shift into the money side: holding company vs operating company, getting an EIN, using registered agents, building business credit, and focusing on cash flow instead of slow play tactics. You'll hear strong opinions about tax credits, payroll thinking, and why “freedom” looks more like structure and leverage than endless paperwork. We also touch controversial territory like “going foreign” with a Palau ID and what that could mean in real-world interactions, plus a run through vehicle ownership concepts like MSO or MCO. If you want high-level strategy, blunt accountability, and mindset pressure that pushes you to execute, press play, share this with a friend who needs structure, and leave a review with the biggest move you're making next.https://donkilam.com FOLLOW THE YELLOW BRICK ROAD - DON KILAMGO GET HIS BOOK ON AMAZON NOW! https://www.amazon.com/Cant-Touch-This-Diplomatic-Immunity/dp/B09X1FXMNQ https://open.spotify.com/track/5QOUWyNahqcWvQ4WQAvwjj?autoplay=trueSupport the showhttps://donkilam.com

In this episode, Molly sits down with Michael Di Gennaro, Chief Growth Officer and Head of Advisory at Law Practice Exchange, to explore what every law firm owner needs to know about selling a law firm, succession planning, law firm valuation, and the rapidly changing legal marketplace. You'll learn how to prepare your law firm for sale, increase your firm's valuation, build operational systems that buyers want, strengthen your marketing and referral pipelines, navigate private equity and MSO opportunities, and develop an exit strategy that protects your clients, your employees, and your legacy. Key Takeaways: Start your exit strategy years before you're ready to sell. Learn why succession planning should begin years in advance so you have time to increase your firm's value, identify the right buyer, and create a transition that benefits you, your clients, and your team. Discover how systems, leadership, marketing, and operational independence dramatically increase your firm's marketability. Learn the factors buyers evaluate—including recurring referral sources, predictable intake systems, employee retention, operational infrastructure, and transferable goodwill. Explore Private Equity, MSOs, and Modern Exit Opportunities. Today's law firm owners have more options than ever before. Every Hiring Decision Shapes Your Firm's Future Value. Your next hire isn't just filling a role—it's strengthening (or weakening) your firm's long-term value.   Quote for the Show:  "The sale of your practice is a financial and succession decision. Practicing law is an employment decision" - Michael Di Gennaro   Connect with Michael: Email: michael@thelawpracticeexchange.com Website: https://www.thelawpracticeexchange.com  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaeljdigennaro/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lawpracticeexchange/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thelawpracticeexchange/ Podcast: https://theexchangewithtomlenfestey.buzzsprout.com/    Links: Website: https://hiringandempowering.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hiringandempowering Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hiringandempowering LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/hiring&empoweringsolutions/ The Law Firm Admin Bootcamp + Academy™ : https://www.lawfirmadminbootcamp.com/ Get Fix My Boss Book: https://amzn.to/3PCeEhk   Ways to Tune In: Amazon Music - https://www.amazon.com/Hiring-and-Empowering-Solutions/dp/B08JJSLJ7N Apple Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hiring-and-empowering-solutions/id1460184599 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/3oIfsDDnEDDkcumTCygHDH Stitcher - https://www.stitcher.com/show/hiring-and-empowering-solutions YouTube - https://youtu.be/bnzK_DjPFq4 

2021年八省联考英语听力第一节 (共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分)听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。1.Why does the woman refuse to go to the gym? A. She is sick. B. She needs a rest. C. She has to work.2.What are the speakers talking about? A. A kind of food. B. A close relative. C. A new restaurant.3.What will the woman probably eat? A.Beef. B. Grapes. C. Potatoes.4.What is the woman's suggestion? A. Repairing the sofa. B. Cleaning the kitchen. C. Buying a cupboard.5.What does the man think of the movie? A. Top quality. B. Above average. C. Surprisingly bad.第二节 (共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分)听下面 5 段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的 A、B、C 三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题 5 秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出 5 秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。听第 6 段材料，回答第 6、7 题。6.Where are the speakers? A. In a restaurant. B. In a bookstore. C. In a supermarket.7.What does the man have to do now? A. Sign his name. B. Wait his turn. C. Call his friend.听第 7 段材料，回答第 8 至 10 题。8.When does the man play to check in? A. Three days later. B. Four days later. C. Seven days later.9.What kind of room does the man take? A. One with one bed and a kitchen. B. One with two beds and a kitchen. C. One with two beds and no kitchen.10.How much will the man pay? A. $400. B. $800. C. $1200. 听第 8 段材料，回答第 11 至 13 题。11.What does Susan do right before the conversation? A. She visited her brother. B. She called John Reeves. C. She toured the company.12.What does Susan think of the place? A. It's big. B. It's famous. C. It'scrowded.13.Who is Mihael? A. John's boss. B. Tara's husband. C. Susan'sbrother.听第 9 段材料，回答第 14 至 16 题。14.What did the woman do last night? A. She went to school. B. She listened to a talk. C. She decorated her room.15.What does the woman suggest the man do with his big table? A. Replace it. B. Have it painted. C. Make good use of it.16.What is a benefit of decorating a house by oneself? A. Saving money. B. Suiting personal taste. C. Strengthening family ties.听第 10 段材料，回答第 17 至 20 题。17.What is special about a live concert? A. The whole experience is unique. B. The sound quality is outstanding. C. The performance can be recorded.18.What does the speaker say about concerts by university performing groups? A. They are expensive. B. They are often of high quality. C. They are covered by the local media.19.What does the speaker suggest doing before the concert? A. Listening to the works to be performed. B. Checking information at the box office. C. Reading something about the concert hall.20.What is the speaker ? A. A news reporter. B. A theater designer. C. A college teacher.答案：1-5 BABCB 6-10 ABCCB11-15 CACBA 16-20 BABAC听力录音材料：(Text1)M: Are you coming to the gym?W: No, I don't feel like going today. I've been busy working the whole day and really need a peaceful time at home.(Text2)M: You should try this.My aunt made it.W: Mm, delicious. What is it?M: It's called couscous. It's made from wheat. There's some meat on top of it.(Text3)M: I'm cooking beef with potatoes. Do you want some?W: No, thanks. I'm on a diet. I only eat vegetables and fruits.M: OK, there are some grapes in the fridge. Help yourself.W: Thanks.(Text4)M: Lisa, do you think we should get a new sofa?W: Oh, our sofa is a bit old but perfectly usable. Right now, we need a cupboard in the kitchen much more.(Text5)W: Hey, Thomas. How was the movie last night?M: It was OK, not exactly a top quality one but still a welcome surprise. I would give it three stars out of four.(Text6)M: We'd like a table for four, please.W: Have you made a booking?M: No, we haven't.W: I'm afraid there will be about a ten-to-fifteen-minute wait.M: That's OK. Oh, by the way,we'd prefer a table by the window. W: In that case, you will probably have to wait longer.M: It doesn't matter.W: OK, I'll call you when the table is ready. Your name, please?M: It's Montague.M-O-N-T-A-G-U-E. Could we look at the menu while we are waiting?W: Certainly. Here you are.(Text7)W: Good evening. What can I do for you?M: Hi, I'd like to make a reservation.W: All right. Is it just for you?M: No. I need a room for three.W: Would two beds be OK?M: Yes, that would be fine.W: How long will you be staying with us?M: We'll be staying for four nights, starting one week from today.W: OK, we have a room with two queen-size beds and a kitchen.M: How much will it cost?W: Three hundred dollars per night.M: Wow. That's expensive. Do you have any rooms that cost less?W: Well, we have another room with no kitchen, 200 dollars per night.M: That's OK. I'll take this one.W: OK. All done. I hope you'll enjoy your stay.M: Thanks.(Text8)M: Oh, good morning. Susan Brown, isn't it?W: Yes, good morning.M: Oh, I'm John Reeves. I manage the Sales Department here at Rasco International. You can call me John.W: OK, John.M: Have you already been shown round the company?W: Yes. I got here at 9 a.m.And Tara gave me a tour of the place.M: And what did you think?W: It's a lot bigger than I thought it would be.M: Yes. A lot of people say that. Now we have over fifty people working here. Well, where did you hear about Rasco International?W: From my brother,Michael Brown. He worked for you a couple of years ago and he has always spoken well of you.M: Yes, I remember him.You'll say hi to him from me, won't you?W: OK, sure.(Text9)W: Sam, I listened to a lecture last night at the art gallery and the artist told us that we don't need to be professional to give our home a new look.M: So, did the artist say howto do it exactly? I'm about to decorate my house.W: Yes, I have noted down a few of the creative ways he talked about.M: I'd love to hear about them.For example, should I redesign the entrance to my home?W: Yeah, it's important.And it's the first thing people will see when they visit. It should reflect the design of the rest of your house. Depending on your budget, you might want to give your front door a fresh coat of paint.M: Mm, I'll consider that.Another thing is I have a big table in my dining room that no one ever sits at.W: Yeah. Some people never use their dining tables. So why hold onto them? Replace the big table with a smaller round table.M: That's a good idea. The whole family will still be able to sit there and it won't feel quite as polished.W: Yes, and all these creative ways can be finished on your own to suit your design style and personal taste.(Text10) Many students ask me about how to understand, and enjoy the experience of concert going. So today, I'd like to take some time to talk about it. First of all, a live concert is totally different from listening to recordings. In a live performance, what is performed, how it sounds and how the artist feels about the performance, these exist for only a very short moment and can never be repeated. As an audience responds to the excitement of such moments, feelings are exchanged between stage and hall. You have many kinds of concerts to choose from by many kinds of performing groups. Concerts by university performing groups are easily accessible, free or at a relatively low price and often of high quality. Announcements of such concerts will be found in the newspaper of our university. Performances outside the university are announced in local newspapers. These concerts tend to be more expensive but discount tickets are often available for students. Though tickets can usually be bought on the day or night of a concert, you have a wide choice if you buy them in advance at the box office or on the Internal. If possible, prepare fora concert by listening to some of the works to be performed and by reading about the musicians.

What happens when your industry gets flooded with outside capital, your team won't match your effort, and AI is rewriting the rules overnight? In this special live AMMA episode of The Game Changing Attorney Podcast, Michael Mogill takes unfiltered questions from law firm owners at the SELECT retreat, covering everything from team motivation to private equity to AI's impact on legal marketing. From why intrinsic drive can't be taught to how to position your firm for a future shaped by PE consolidation, this AMMA is a rapid-fire masterclass in leadership, strategy, and building something worth owning. Here's what you'll learn: Why intrinsic drive can't be coached, and what to do when your team doesn't have it How private equity is reshaping legal, and why the middle of the market is the most dangerous place to be What it takes to attract premium clients through brand, not volume The firms that win from here aren't the hardest working, they're the ones nobody can afford to ignore. (00:00:00) Introduction (00:02:05) Motivating your team (00:04:30) We no longer coach effort (00:05:25) PE and the future of law firms (00:07:30) The MSO model (00:08:54) Marketing for niche practices (00:10:14) The James Sexton playbook (00:12:20) AI, layoffs, and your team (00:14:45) AI as a growth lever (00:16:28) Should you pursue an MSO? (00:18:25) There is no easy money (00:19:41) Run your own race ---- Links & Resources: Morgan & Morgan James Sexton David Goggins Can't Hurt Me by David Goggins Ken Rideout John Foy & Associates Andrew Huberman Atlanta Tech Village David Cummings ---- Learn what sustainable growth can look like for your firm at crispcoach.com. ---- Do you love this podcast and want to see more game changing content? Subscribe to our YouTube channel. ---- Past guests on The Game Changing Attorney Podcast include David Goggins, John Morgan, Alex Hormozi, Randi McGinn, Kim Scott, Chris Voss, Kevin O'Leary, Laura Wasser, John Maxwell, Mark Lanier, Robert Greene, and many more. ---- If you enjoyed this episode, you may also like: 456. AMMA - Why It's Your Fault If Your Team Isn't Performing 377. AMMA - Market Chaos: How to Not Just Survive, But Thrive 345. AMMA - The AI Advantage: What to Automate, What to Keep Human, and How to Stay Ahead

Macca and Nevena are joined live on air by Dr Bill Swannie, Senior Lecturer, Thomas More Law School, ACU; Recent MSO vs Latouff rulings and freedom of speech. Recent court decisions involving the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra and broadcaster Antoinette Lattouf have reignited debate about freedom of speech in Australian workplaces. On the surface, the two cases appear to point in different directions, raising questions about what employees can say publicly, what employers can regulate, and where the law now stands. Joining us is Dr Bill Swannie from Australian Catholic University, whose recent analysis explores what these decisions mean for workplaces across Australia. In August 2024, Gillham was performing in an Melbourne Symphony Orchestra recital. Introducing a piece of music, he made statements that Israel had committed war crimes by targeting journalists in Gaza. In response, MSO cancelled a performance by Gillham scheduled four days later and apologised by email to audience members. MSO later sought to require Gillham not to make a statement from the stage as a condition of reinstating the performance. Gillham refused the condition and MSO cancelled the concert. Gillham pursued MSO for unlawful discrimination, arguing it had acted against him because of his statements about journalists killed in Gaza. But he lost. Justice Graham Hill found the MSO's reasons for cancelling the concert were not because of his political beliefs, but rather to “address the anticipated adverse impacts” of his statements on the orchestra's business and reputation. Further, the court stated classical musicians cannot make statements on sensitive political or social issues from the stage without approval from the host. They stated this was a custom in the profession and an implied term in Gillham's contract. In the Lattouf case, the Federal Court found that the ABC unlawfully terminated Antoinette Lattouf's employment after she shared a Human Rights Watch social media post about Gaza during a short-term engagement. The Court concluded that the decision breached provisions of the Fair Work Act, including protections against adverse action because of political opinion. In his The Conversation article, Dr Swannie writes the following: “Under this judgement, it seems classical musicians in Australia contracted to orchestras or other organisations must now seek and be given approval before making statements on stage on “sensitive or political issues”. It is unclear what topics fall in this category. For example, an Acknowledgement of Country is considered by some people as sensitive or political. It is unclear whether comments on the environment or gender pay gaps justify cancellation of performances or further adverse actions against an artist, musician or performer. Ultimately, the discrepancy between the court's findings on the Lattouf and Gillham cases means we must await future decisions to clarify the balance between the freedom of artists, performers and musicians to make statements on public stages, and protecting organisers' commercial interests” This ruling will impact how comfortable artists feel about sharing their political opinions on stage, or working as contractors for arts organisations who don't explicitly share their opinions. https://theconversation.com/the-mso-and-lattouf-rulings-are-seemingly-at-odds-where-does-this-leave-free-speech-at-work-287288 Bill teaches and conducts research in many areas of law including privacy and media law, human rights, international law, constitutional law and intellectual property. He is an established researcher and author, having published articles in leading law journals in the areas of administrative law, human rights, media law and equal opportunity law. His articles have been cited by judges in judicial decisions and speeches. He is a member of the Australasian Law Teachers’ Association, Human Rights Teachers’ Network, and the Law Institute of Victoria. The post Sat,18th, July 2026: Dr Bill Swannie, Senior Lecturer, Thomas More Law School, ACU; Recent MSO vs Latouff rulings and freedom of speech appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

In this episode of Personal Injury Marketing Minute, host Lindsey Busfield sits down with Tim McKey, CEO of Vista Consulting, to explore the evolving landscape of personal injury law firms through the lens of Managed Service Organizations (MSOs). Tim explains the structure and benefits of MSOs, highlighting how they separate non-legal operations from law firm entities, allowing for external investment and operational efficiency. The discussion delves into the financial and strategic advantages MSOs offer, such as attracting private equity and enhancing business acumen within law firms. Tim also addresses concerns about the potential downsides of MSOs, drawing parallels to the medical industry while emphasizing the importance of maintaining high-quality legal services. This episode is essential for law firm owners looking to understand new growth opportunities and competitive dynamics in the legal sector. Key Timestamps: 00:01 – Introduction 00:12 – Meet Tim McKey of Vista Consulting 01:00 – Understanding MSOs in Law Firms 03:08 – Evolution of MSOs in Plaintiff Firms 05:02 – Financial and Operational Benefits of MSOs 07:43 – Private Equity Interest in Law Firms 09:06 – Growth Opportunities Through MSOs 11:00 – Addressing Concerns About MSOs 13:00 – Aligning Goals Between Lawyers and Investors 15:13 – Importance of Business Efficiency in Law Firms 17:19 – Navigating Competition in the Legal Market 19:22 – Awareness and Adaptation in Legal Practices 20:00 – Exploring MSOs and Consulting Services See all episodes or subscribe to the Personal Injury Marketing Minute here: https://optimizemyfirm.com/podcasts/. What Are Msos And How Do They Relate To Law Firms? An MSO, or Managed Service Organization, is a structure where all non-legal services within a law firm, such as paralegals, marketing, and leasing, are separated from the core legal entity and placed into a different entity. This structure allows the law firm to focus solely on legal practice while the MSO handles operational aspects. The MSO leases these services back to the law firm, which pays for these services, enabling the legal entity to remain compliant with bar association rules requiring lawyer ownership. Are Msos A New Concept In The Plaintiff Law Firm Industry? Yes, MSOs are relatively new to plaintiff firms, having emerged quietly around four to five years ago. Initially, MSOs were owned by the same lawyers who owned the law firm. However, the modern MSO structure allows non-lawyers to invest and own parts of the organization, providing new opportunities for growth and investment in the law firm industry. What Benefits Do Msos Offer Law Firms, Both Financially And Operationally? MSOs provide financial benefits by allowing law firms to monetize assets and receive investments from non-lawyers, such as through private equity. This structure offers liquidity and growth opportunities that were previously unavailable. Operationally, MSOs enable law firms to bring in managerial expertise and streamline processes, helping them to grow and operate more efficiently. Additionally, MSOs can incentivize key team members by offering them equity in the MSO entity. What Concerns Exist About The Integration Of Msos In Law Firms? There are concerns that introducing MSOs might prioritize profits over client service, similar to what some believe happened in the medical industry when private equity entered that space. However, proponents argue that MSOs aim to enhance service quality and law firm operations without compromising legal standards. The goal is to align the objectives of lawyers, investors, and team members to ensure better outcomes for clients. How Should Smaller Law Firms Respond To Increasing Competition From Mso-backed Firms? Smaller firms should focus on their strengths and identify their niche in the market. They need to be aware of the competitive landscape and find ways to differentiate themselves, whether through superior service, specialized practice areas, or maintaining strong client relationships. Awareness of market changes is crucial, but firms can thrive by emphasizing their unique value propositions. How Can Interested Law Firms Learn More About Msos Or Legal Operations Consulting? Firms interested in exploring MSOs or seeking operations consulting can visit www.vistact.com for more information or contact Tim McKey directly at tmckey@vistact.com. 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The dam is breaking: law firm capital deals are closing faster than regulators can write the rules to stop them. Trish Rich of Holland & Knight and Lucian Pera of Adams & Reese are two ethics lawyers operating at the center of one of the profession's most consequential shifts, and their deal volume tells the story better than any headline. Trish's team closed six deals in all of 2025. By early June 2026, they had already closed fifteen. The players at the table have changed too. A year ago, this was almost entirely a personal injury story. Today, immigration firms, corporate law firms, and insurance companies are all asking serious questions about what MSO structures could mean for their businesses. So what about the regulatory pushback? Trish described it as trying to stop a waterfall by standing underneath it. Lucian was more blunt: the loudest opposition is coming from one segment of plaintiff's trial lawyers trying to protect their franchise from another. The same people backing restrictive legislation are often calling Trish and Lucian to get their clients in under the wire before it passes. The big law question is no longer theoretical. Lucian predicted that more than one major firm announcement is likely before the end of 2026, with structures leaning toward minority investment given the challenge of building consensus across hundreds of partners. When the capital comes in, the primary plan is talent, not technology. On AI specifically, Lucian was direct: if costs commoditize the way technology historically does, a small firm with the right tools could quietly out-earn a firm that spent hundreds of millions chasing the same outcome. The firms closing deals that actually work share one thing in common. They came to the table with trust, a shared business vision, and a plan for what comes next.   Episode Breakdown: 00:00 Law Firm Capital and MSO Deals: What's Actually Happening Right Now 03:04 Regulatory Pushback and Why Capital Keeps Winning 12:06 Insurance, Risk Management, and New Deal Structures 18:12 Best Practices for Successful MSO Deals 23:47 AI, Native Law Firms, and the Future of Legal Links Connect with Trish Rich: Law Firm Web bio: https://www.hklaw.com/en/professionals/r/rich-trisha-m Trish's LinkedIn Profile link: https://www.linkedin.com/in/trisharich   Connect with Lucian Pera: Law Firm Web bio: https://www.adamsandreese.com/people/lucian-pera Lucian's LinkedIn Profile link: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lucianpera   Connect with Howard Rosenberg: LinkedIn profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hrosenberg/ Company web profile: https://www.baretzbrunelle.com/howard-rosenberg   Connect with Chris Batz: Connect with Chris on LinkedIn  Follow Columbus Street on LinkedIn Columbus Street Website  MergerWatch Website Podcast production and show notes provided by HiveCast.fm  

In this episode of #CannabisUnlocked, Jordan Youkilis sits down with Bill Kirk, Managing Director at ROTH Capital Partners, to discuss what institutional capital markets are waiting for before they move meaningfully into cannabis and why the investment window may finally be opening.Bill's path to cannabis started by working at a dispensary while pursuing professional baseball. After retiring, he pivoted his focus to finance where he covered the beverage and retail industries, ultimately working with MKM Partners (later ROTH Capital Partners) in 2019. Bill and Jordan dive into how the top MSO stocks have been overlooked as if they were the same but with rescheduling/uplisting on the horizon the differences between these businesses is now more respected than ever. Bill explains that uplisting could immediately double trading volume, and create the conditions for passive index inflows that have never existed in the sector before. Bill then walks through how a potential ban on intoxicating hemp could benefit regulated cannabis operators by shifting the competitive landscape against hemp and beer distributors.In closing, Bill and Jordan discuss the SAFE Banking Act's bipartisan reintroduction, the upcoming adult use rescheduling hearing, and why this moment feels different.Enjoy!#CannabisUnlocked #CannabisInvesting #Rescheduling #CapitalMarkets #MSO #CannabisIndustry

The PIMCON Countdown Continues! Get a preview of the insights, strategies, and stories you'll see this year at the PIMCON stage. The personal injury industry is entering a new era. Outside capital is flowing into the market, consolidation is accelerating, and the firms that adapt fastest may have a significant advantage over the next decade. Chad Dudley is the founding partner of Dudley DeBosier Injury Lawyers and CEO of Orion Legal MSO. After helping build a firm that has recovered more than $1.8 billion for injured clients, Chad is now helping shape one of the biggest shifts the plaintiffs' bar has seen through the launch of Orion and its growing network of partner firms. In this episode, Chad returns to Personal Injury Mastermind to explain why MSOs are gaining momentum, how outside investment is changing the economics of personal injury law, and what firm owners should think about as consolidation reshapes the competitive landscape. On this episode, you'll learn: Why law firm consolidation is accelerating across the personal injury industry. How to scale with an MSO while preserving culture, leadership, and brand identity. What outside capital for law firms can unlock beyond traditional financing options. Why elite client service remains an advantage as competition and acquisition costs increase. Unlock the exact strategies to scale your firm by heading over to pimcon.org and securing your tickets for PIMCON 2026. Like what you hear? Hit Subscribe! We do this every week.  For more resources on how to dominate your market, visit us at Rankings.io. Subscribe to our newsletter and get the freshest news every Monday: newsletter.rankings.io Get Social! Personal Injury Mastermind w/ Chris Dreyer powered by Rankings.io is on Instagram | YouTube | TikTok

Acknowledgement of Country//News Headlines//NDIS bill delayed, inquiry extended Third confirmed case of H5 bird flu detected in South AustraliaEight-week extension granted to the Senate inquiry examining controversial NDIS changesVictorian educators reject government pay offer Senate inquiry into racism, hate and violence directed at Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. Gillham vs MSO case//As part of 3CR's 50th anniversary celebrations, we dove into the archives to take you back 26 years to a pivotal protest against the World Economic Forum, 11-13 September 2000, at the Crown Casino Complex in Melbourne, which brought disparate organising groups together into a broad coalition against globalisation & multinational domination. 3CR covered the massive public opposition and compiled highlights of the broadcasts on a 12-part CD - Globalisation Unplugged.//Honouring 3CR's 50 year anniversary, we heard an 1998 interview with 3CR station manager Jan McCarther on Wednesday Hometime. In this excerpt, Jan discusses the legitimacy of the 1997 Victorian Police secret police infiltration that saw undercover officers pose as 3CR programmers and even undertake the community-funded 3CR training program. 3CR was one of multiple community organisations surveilled and monitored by Victoria Secret Police during a four year national security intelligence project that resulted in an Ombudsman investigation due to questionable legality and ethical conduct by police.//Trans activist Hazel joined us for a conversation about the rise of electoral fascism and failure of liberal politics in so-called australia, and shared information about an upcoming counter protest for trans liberation on Saturday the 4th of July on the steps of Parliament House. For more information about the action, follow @transqueersoli2026 and @trans.action.network on Instagram.//We heard from Zelda to understand how policing and legislative tactics like ‘hate crime' law, the Security Investigation Unit (SIU) and the Federal Joint Counter Terrorism Team (JCTT) are leveraged to further criminalise liberatory justice movements and silence political speech. Zelda has been active in earth and human rights struggles on this continent and the Pacific region for decades and was a core organiser of Disrupt Land Forces. Currently, Zelda is preparing to head to Pine Gap for next month's Sacred Land Back Convergence.//Lucinda Thorpe from Digital Rights Watch joined us to discuss concerns that WA Police's expansion of facial surveillance acts as a disproportionate and terrifying over-reach of police infrastructure that could result in innocent Australians being surveilled and criminalised.// We heard from Chadley Camp, owner of Little Homey Cafe, on why the space is so special for community, their screenings of World Cup games, and upcoming events at the cafe. The cafe has a screening of the Ghana vs. Croatia game coming up, as well as a community games night.Anitra Nelson is an activist-scholar affiliated with the Informal Urbanism Research Hub (InfUr-) at University of Melbourne, who investigates post-capitalism and non-monetary economies and has previously worked as a programmer with 3CR on Chile Lucha. Anitra has been investigating the phenomenon of Degrowth. As our Breakfast Shows have looked back on the 2000 S11 protests held by a broad coalition against globalisation, Anitra talked us through what degrowth is, why we need it, where it stands in relation to globalisation, and how the shifting global balance of power may work to help or hinder Degrowth For anyone wanting to find out more information on Degrowth visit The Commons Social Change Library or read through the open access Routledge Handbook on Degrowth.// 

Money talks (and so should your P&L). This week, the guys are getting fiscal. Conrad and Gyi bring in two heavy hitters. First up, Leah Miller, fractional CFO and Founder of Firmly Profits, sits down with Conrad and Gyi at the PILMMA Super Summit and breaks down what your finances actually say about your marketing. The big (and predictable) surprise? Most firms are undercapitalized and under-measured. She and the guys dig into the real benchmarks: what healthy marketing spend looks like (you're probably low), what KPIs a CFO actually cares about, and why doubling your intake means nothing if your average case value is tanking. Consider this Chapter One. Then, Josh Porte from Holland & Knight demystifies the MSO model in plain English in a conversation recorded at Vista Consulting Team's A Seat at the Table event. If you've been nodding along to private equity conversations while secretly Googling "what is Rule 5.4," it's time to get schooled. Josh walks through how money flows between a law firm and an MSO, where the ethical guardrails actually live, what rollover equity means for sellers, and why the management services agreement you sign today might be with you for the next 20 years. Minimum. Advanced material, but we believe in you. Whether you're running a tight PI shop or eyeing an acquisition, this episode is a masterclass in treating your law firm like the business it actually is. No yellow book required.-Want to hear more from our guests? They're on LinkedIn (and they're real people, not AI!): Connect with Leah Miller; Connect with Josh Porte. -We learned so much at A Seat at theTable that we created a page on our website dedicated to it. Listen to all the interviews, and enjoy the enlightening conversations as much as we did: https://lunchhourlegalmarketing.com/private-equity-law-firms-the-mso-guide/ -We are now less than two months away from The Lunch Hour Legal Marketing Summit! Check out our speakers, agenda, and register on our website.-A roaring ‘thank you' to our incomparable sponsors: Juvo Leads, Lawmatics, CallRail, and ALPS Legal Malpractice and Law Firm Insurance! Chapters 00:00 Intro 03:23 Leah Miller: How Much Should You Spend on Marketing? 06:27 KPIs & Metrics CFOs Actually Care About 08:19 Financial Benchmarks for Law Firms 11:13 Brand vs. Non-Brand Spend & Regional Variability 12:08 Borrowing to Grow: Acquisition Financing 14:58 AI, Offshore Staffing & the Impact on Labor Costs 15:55 Modeling Finances Around Big Outlier Cases 17:06 What to Look for in a Fractional CFO 19:00 Josh Porte: Rule 5.4 & the MSO Structure Explained 21:12 Josh's Role at Holland & Knight 21:58 What Makes a Great MSO Transaction 23:24 The Gray Areas: Intake, Case Acceptance & Rule 5.3 25:50 How Money Flows: Fixed Fees vs. Cost Plus (No Revenue Splits) 27:56 Where AI Software Lives in the MSO Structure 29:44  Growth Through Acquisition: The Buy-and-Build Playbook 32:29 Operating Agreements, Non-Competes & Rollover Equity 35:58 Management Services Agreements: Terms & Lock-In 37:05 EBITDA Multiples, Multiple Arbitrage & Equity Value Creation 40:17 PE Fund Timelines & Exit Horizons

Dr. Steven on California's New Laws Curbing Private Equity Control of Medical PracticesIn this episode of The Pediatric Lounge, the hosts welcome back Dr. Steven from California to discuss two new state laws addressing private equity and the corporate practice of medicine. Dr. Steven describes his key role as a witness supporting SB 351, which strengthens enforcement against MSOs and private equity interfering with clinical judgment, physician scheduling, work hours, medical record control, and certain restrictive covenants and NDAs tied to quality and ethical concerns. He shares his own experience of alleged MSO interference, including canceled COVID vaccine clinics and loss of control of his professional corporation, now part of a lawsuit. They also review AB 1415, requiring disclosure and greater oversight of healthcare transactions, and compare similar issues in dentistry and leveraged buyouts, arguing financial incentives can harm patient care and physician autonomy while weakening relationships and access in larger systems.00:00 Podcast Intro00:29 Catching Up in California01:04 Surf and Wave Safety02:20 How SB 351 Passed03:17 Enforcing Corporate Practice07:12 MSO Interference Examples11:22 Noncompetes and NDAs13:15 Deal Disclosure Law AB 141514:48 Dental PE and LBO Debt17:51 Pediatrics Margins and Debt19:44 Urgent Care and Midlevels23:00 Who Pays the Debt23:48 Wall Street Gambling Mindset25:15 Money Over Patients25:37 Recruit Then Replace26:52 Leverage And Lending28:40 Physician Exit Strategy31:17 Independence Comeback34:26 Access And Pricing Failures36:04 Referral Barriers And Triage40:17 Relationships Lost In Medicine43:05 Teaching The Next Generation44:08 Closing Thanks And CreditsSupport the show

No investors. No outside money. No compromise. Ever. That is the Green Dog way and it is exactly why the weed hits different.Drew from Green Dog and Barney sit down with First Smoke of the Day for one of the most honest conversations about building a craft cannabis brand that actually lasts. Self funded, multi state, 350 plus genetics in the library and zero intention of changing the formula.We get into why they never took investor money, how they failed in Arizona and won in Florida, the real MSO blueprint, ego death as the biggest SOP gap in craft cannabis, why they run old ugly green genetics nobody else wants, the Frog Poison and Drama Weed breakdown, how to build a team you want to see leave and win, and why the lore behind a strain builds a brand faster than any marketing ever will.If you know Green Dog you already know. If you do not this is where it starts.Subscribe to First Smoke of the Day for weekly cannabis culture and the realest conversations in the game. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to another episode of The Collision Vision, driven by Autobody News!   I'm Cole Strandberg, and today I'm joined by David Black, chief operating officer of Body by Cochran and an industry veteran who has worked nearly every side of this business: independent owner, consolidator leadership, and now a dealer-owned MSO. We trace Dave's road from a "grunt kid" in his dad's West Virginia shop to helping grow Body by Cochran from five separate dealer body shops into a 13-location, roughly $80-million MSO. We get into the operational rebuild behind that growth including a collision-only parts warehouse that cut parts cycle time from 11.5 days to 1.3 — why the business now runs like an independent while keeping its dealer backing, his approach to brand specialization and developing the next generation of technicians, and the legacy he hopes to leave the industry.   Let's get into it.

Sign up for Practi, a new platform that helps law firms use subscription billing.Here are the top 5 takeaways from this episode:* AI native law firms are built on aligned incentives. The billable hour model actively disincentivizes efficiency. General Legal charges a flat $500 per contract negotiation, so their interests align with the client's: get the deal done quickly and at high quality.* The AI efficiency gap in law is now enormous. Five years ago, AI might have improved legal workflows by 10–20%. Today, the gap between firms barely using AI and those using frontier LLMs (Claude, GPT, Gemini) at every step is transformative. JP calls it a “massive, massive gap.”* Frontier AI models still need guardrails for legal work. Raw frontier models are overconfident and can produce legally reckless markups (e.g., zero liability caps, no indemnification). Using them “cold” without legal expertise and custom tooling can actually harm clients and kill deals.* The MSO structure unlocks outside investment for law firms. General Legal separates into a Delaware C Corp (the tech company, which takes VC investment from Y Combinator) and a California law firm (owned and overseen by barred attorneys). This structure lets non-lawyers invest in the technology layer while preserving ethical compliance on the legal side.* The billable hour has 3–5 years left as the dominant model. JP predicts it will die slowly due to law firms' structural resistance since profits are distributed annually rather than reinvested in efficiency. But AI-native firms and fixed-fee models will increasingly take market share, and the trend is irreversible.__________________________Want your question to be answered on a future show? Fill out this short survey.Have subscription model question? Check out this free resource to ask all of your questions at notebook.practi.ai.Check out General Legal.Sign up for Paxton, my all-in-one AI legal assistant, helping me with legal research, analysis, drafting, and enhancing existing legal work product.Get Connected with SixFifty⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, a business and employment legal document automation tool.Sign up for ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Gavel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, an automation platform for law firms.Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Law Subscribed⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to subscribe to the weekly newsletter to listen from your web browser.Prefer monthly updates? Sign up for the Law Subscribed Monthly Digest on LinkedIn.Check out ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mathew Kerbis'⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ law firm ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscription Attorney LLC⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.Want to use the subscription model for your law firm? Click here to sign up for a new platform that helps law firms use subscription billing. Get full access to Law Subscribed at www.lawsubscribed.com/subscribe

Michael R. Caplan is the Chief Operating Officer of Lowenstein Sandler, where he oversees the firm's business, financial, and administrative operations. Before joining Lowenstein, Mike served as COO at an Am Law 50 firm for nearly a decade and spent years leading legal operations at Goldman Sachs and Marsh McLennan, giving him a client-side perspective most law firm COOs simply don't have. With more than 25 years of experience across accounting, financial services, and consulting, he has worked with more than 30 general counsels on data analytics, technology implementation, and law firm relationship management. His leadership has earned him recognition as one of the Financial Times North America's top five Legal Intrapreneurs, Legal Innovator of the Year from The Changing Lawyer Awards, and a spot on NJBIZ's Law Power List for two consecutive years. WHAT'S COVERED IN THIS EPISODE ABOUT HOW A CLIENT-FACING COO IS CHANGING THE BUSINESS OF LAW Law firm COOs typically manage operations and execute on what firm leadership puts forward. They respond to partners, oversee administration, and stay behind the scenes while lawyers own every client relationship. Even when clients have their own operational counterparts who would benefit from connecting with their law firm's business professionals, those introductions rarely happen. Michael Caplan has spent the last decade building a different model. At Lowenstein Sandler, he and his Business Enterprise Solutions Team work alongside lawyers in pitches, RFP negotiations, and client meetings, bringing expertise in pricing, technology, project management, and data analytics directly into the relationship. The approach requires internal trust, a firm culture that supports it, and the right people on both sides of the conversation. But when it works, clients get a partner that understands both the practice of law and the business of law, and the firm differentiates itself in ways that go beyond the legal work. In this episode of The Lawyer's Edge, Elise Holtzman talks with Michael Caplan of Lowenstein Sandler about what it looks like when business professionals are embedded in client development, how to build internal trust so lawyers bring operations leaders into client relationships, the financial discipline that separates good revenue from bad revenue, and where private equity and AI may reshape law firm operations in the years ahead. 2:43- How Mike's client-side experience at Goldman Sachs and Marsh McLennan shaped his approach 5:53 - Building the Business Enterprise Solutions Team (BEST) at Lowenstein 7:18 - Getting lawyers on board and building internal trust 8:55 - Showing wins to bring more lawyers into the model 9:27 - The financial side of the COO role and negotiating pricing with clients 12:49 - Where emerging partners need the most help on collections and client management 15:14 - What smaller and midsize firms should think about when building an operations team 20:02 - Non-lawyer ownership, private equity, and the MSO model in law firms 22:26 - AI, legal technology, and why firms that invest in business resources will be more profitable 27:22 - Why most COOs wouldn't do this podcast and what holds firms back 33:31 - What clients actually get from a firm that embeds operations into relationships 36:19 - Getting the right people in front of the right clients Mentioned in How a Client-Facing COO is Changing the Business of Law Lowenstein Sandler | LinkedIn Michael Caplan on LinkedIn Get connected with the coaching team: hello@thelawyersedge.com The Lawyer's Edge SPONSOR FOR THIS EPISODE This episode is brought to you by the coaching team at The Lawyer's Edge, a training and coaching firm that has been focused exclusively on lawyers and law firms since 2008. Each member of the team is a trained, certified, and experienced professional coach—and either a former practicing attorney or a former law firm marketing and business development professional. Whatever your professional objectives, our coaches can help you achieve your goals more quickly, more easily, and with significantly less stress. To get connected with your coach, fill out our contact form.

Cannabis rescheduling is officially here. Now what?This week, Jesse Redmond and Morgan Paxhia welcome back Hirsh Jain to discuss what Schedule III means for the industry, how states are responding, and what comes next.We cover the upcoming adult-use hearings, interstate commerce, export opportunities, Virginia's latest legalization setback, Pennsylvania's outlook, and which operators stand to benefit most from the next phase of cannabis reform.Topics:• Schedule III implementation• Interstate commerce• Export opportunities• Virginia adult-use• Pennsylvania legalization• MSO winners and losers• Cannabis investing in 2026Higher Exchanges is powered by Flowhub. 

2019年高考全国I卷英语听力第一节 （共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分）听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。1.Where does this conversation take place?A. In a classroom.B. In a hospital.C. In a museum.2. What does Jack want to do?A. Take fitness classes.B. Buy a pair of gym shoes.C. Change his work schedule.3. What are the speakers talking about?A. What to drink.B. Where to meet.C. When to leave.4. What is the relationship between the speakers?A. Colleagues.B. Classmates.C. Strangers.5. Why is Emily mentioned in the conversation?A. She might want a ticket.B. She is looking for the man.C. She has an extra ticket.第二节（共15小题，每小题1.5分，满分22.5分）听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。6.How long did James run his business？A.10 years.B.13 years.C.15 years.7.How does the woman feel about James' situation？A. Embarrassed.B. Concerned.C. Disappointed.听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。8.What has Kate's mother decided to do？A. Return to school.B. Change her job.C. Retire from work.9.What did Kate's mother study at college？A. Oil painting.B. Art history.C. Business administration.10.What is Kate's attitude toward her mother's decision?A. Disapproving.B. Ambiguous.C. Understanding.听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。11.What is the man doing？A. Chairing a meeting.B. Hosting a radio program.C. Conducting a job interview.12.What benefits Mary most in her job？A. Her wide reading.B. Her leaders' guidance.C. Her friends' help13.Who will Mary talk about next？A. Her teacher.B. Her fatherC. Her mother.听第9段材料，回答第14至17题。14.Why does the man seldom do exercise？A. He lacks motivation.B. He has a heart problem.C. He works all the time.15.What does Jacob Sattelmair probably do？A. He's an athlete.B. He's a researcher.C. He's a journalist.16.Why does the woman speak of a study？A. To encourage the man.B. To recommend an exercise.C. To support her findings.17.How much time will the man probably spend exercising weekly？A.300 minutes.B.150 minute.C.75 minutes.听第10段材料，回答第18至20题。18.What did the scientists do to the road？A. They repaired it.B. They painted it.C. They blocked it19.Why are young birds drawn to the road surface？A. It's warm.B. It's brown.C. It's smooth.20.What is the purpose of the scientists' experiment？A. To keep the birds there for a whole year.B. To help students study the birds well.C. To prevent the birds from being killed.参考答案1-5BABCA 6-10 CBACC11-15BACAB 16-20 ACBAC录音原文Text1W: Excuse me, sir. Visiting hours are over now. Your wife must get some rest.M: Oh, I'm sorry, doctor. I didn't hear the bell, or I would have left earlier.Text2M: Hello, my name is Jack. I need to get in shape. How do I register for the classes?M: We'll need you to join the gym, and then you could find out which classes fit your schedule the best.Text3W: I'll see you at the theater.M: Better still, let's meet in the Red Lion bar to have a nice little talk.W: Good idea. And I'd love to have a drink there.Text4M: Hello, my name is John Arbor. And I'm calling to ask about the position advertised in Friday's Daily Mail.M: Yes, the position is still open.You could come over and have a talk with us.Text5M: I have an extra ticket to the concert tonight. Would you like to join me?W: Thanks! But I already have one. You can ask Emily. She might be interested.Text6W: Did you know James went out of business?M: Really? When was that?W: Last month.M: That's too bad. He had owned that business for 15 years. What happened?W: I don't know. But life must be pretty tough for his family now. His sons are still so young; one is 13, and the other is ten.M: Well, maybe things are not as bad as they seem to be.W: I hope so.Text7W: Guess what? My mother's decided to go back to school!M: Why?W: Well, she always loved art, but learned business administration at college because her parents thought it was difficult for an artist to find a job.M: So, she wants to study art now?W: Yeah, oil painting. It's been her dream for a long time.M: It's nice to return to learn what she loves. But, Kate, I still think old age should be about peace and relaxation.Hurrying to school every day and having to pass exams sounds a bit too much for her.W: You know, she retired last year and I'm leaving for the university soon. She needs to find something interesting to do.M: Well, maybe, if it's what she wants.Text8M: Dear listeners, for today's show, I have with my colleague, Mary Laney. She has been a radio TV reporter for many years.Mary, welcome to our show.W: It's a pleasure to be here.M: Would you please tell our listeners who most influenced your decision to become are porter?W: Both my parents had a great influence upon my choices of work. Instead of trying to pick out a job for me, they helped me learn those things that led me to it.M: How did they do that?W: My father always told me that an education was one of the greatest advantages I could have, one that would always stay with me. He used to tell me that readers were leaders, and encouraged me to read all I could. As a result, I've always kept up with the newspapers, faithfully read news magazines and learned to really enjoy books,all of which have been an invaluable help to me in radio and television reporting.M: What about your mother?W: Well, my mother helped me in a much different way.Text9M: We all know that exercise is good for us. But sometimes it seems too hard to leave the sofa.W: I can see that. You seldom do exercise.M: Plus, having the doctor tell us to get two and a half hours of exercise a week doesn't really help our motivation much.W: Don't be discouraged. Now, a new study suggests getting benefits from exercise doesn't have to be that demanding.Jacob Sattelmair, from Harvard University, has done a study into how much exercise is needed to lower the risk of heart attacks.M: Hmm...interesting.W: The study showed that people who put in 300 minutes a week of exercise had a 20%lower risk of death due to heart disease. Still, the people who exercise 150 minutes a week did pretty well, too,lowering their death risk by 14%.M: And what about the people who exercise half as much as that, like what I probably do? Does that help?W: Of course. Even 15 minutes would help.Text10W: Here is a piece of news for bird lovers.Scientists have painted a long road red, yellow, and white. They hope to discourage the seabirds from wandering onto the highway. "The area is home to large crowds of birds that come to stay for the season. Young birds are often attracted to the warm road surface and get killed by the traffic,"biology student Hannah tells the broadcaster. The youngsters' feathers are brown in color. The dark-colored road surface makes the youngsters hard to be noticed. As the number of tourists has grown, so has the amount of traffic on the roads. Biologist Kristin says the plan is to see how the birds respond to the multi-colored road this summer. And if it works, the idea could spread to other parts of the country.

Join MSO as we chat with Frank Sell, founder of “Get Shit Done Coffee”—a brand built for people who want more from life through hard work. Instead of taking the traditional route to the American dream, Frank forged his own way, blending determination and effort to create a successful coffee business. Discover his journey and pick up some insights that might inspire you to get things done too!Here is some information below if you wanted to reach out to this MSO guest directly.Website:  https://homeofthehustle.com/Special Audience Giveaway:  TITLE: 5 Steps to Getting Sh*t Done PlaybookURL:  https://homeofthehustle.com/podcastSocial Media:           Facebook -  https://www.facebook.com/homeofthehustleInstagram  - https://www.instagram.com/realhomeofthehustle/Send us Fan MailMen Speaking Out...Talking to reveal, not conceal! menspeakingout.com

This Day in Legal History: V-E DayOn May 8, 1945, the Allies celebrated Victory in Europe Day, or V-E Day, after Nazi Germany's unconditional surrender brought the European theater of World War II to an end. The surrender did more than end a military campaign; it opened the door to one of the most important legal reckonings in modern history. In the months that followed, the Allied powers created the International Military Tribunal at Nuremberg to prosecute major Nazi leaders for crimes against peace, war crimes, and crimes against humanity. These trials helped establish that individuals, including heads of state and military officials, could be held personally responsible under international law. That principle was a major departure from older ideas that treated war primarily as a matter between nations rather than as a source of individual criminal liability.V-E Day also set the stage for the legal rejection of the defense that officials were merely “following orders” when participating in atrocities. The postwar prosecutions influenced later human rights law, including the Genocide Convention and the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. They also helped shape the Geneva Conventions of 1949, which strengthened protections for civilians, prisoners of war, and wounded soldiers. The legal aftermath of V-E Day showed that victory would not be measured only by military surrender, but also by whether law could respond to mass violence. It forced courts and governments to confront how ordinary legal systems had failed under fascism and how international law might prevent future atrocities. The Nuremberg legacy remains central to modern debates over command responsibility, aggressive war, and accountability for crimes committed during armed conflict. May 8 therefore stands not only as a day of celebration, but as a turning point in the development of international criminal law.A U.S. trade court ruled that President Trump's latest temporary 10% global tariffs were not properly justified under Section 122 of the Trade Act of 1974. The decision was narrow, blocking the tariffs only for two private importers, Basic Fun! and Burlap & Barrel, along with the State of Washington. The tariffs remain in place for all other importers while the Trump administration considers an appeal, and they are currently set to expire in July. The court found that Section 122, which allows short-term tariffs to address serious balance-of-payments problems or protect the dollar, did not fit the trade deficits cited by Trump. Most of the state plaintiffs were denied broader relief because the court found they lacked standing, since they had not shown they directly paid or would pay the tariffs. Washington was treated differently because it submitted evidence that tariffs were paid through the University of Washington. The ruling follows a Supreme Court decision that had already struck down a separate set of Trump tariffs imposed under a national emergency law. The administration is expected to keep pursuing tariffs through other legal routes, especially Section 301 of the Trade Act, which deals with unfair trade practices. Lawyers and trade experts expect further appeals and possible lawsuits from other importers seeking similar relief or refunds. For now, the ruling is legally important but limited in practical effect because it does not stop the tariffs nationwide.US trade court rules Trump tariffs illegal, but issues narrow block | ReutersNew York is preparing to ban law enforcement officers, including ICE agents, from wearing masks during ordinary duty operations. Governor Kathy Hochul announced the plan as part of a broader agreement with state lawmakers on New York's 2027 budget. The proposal would allow masks only in limited situations where there is a real operational need, such as the use of a gas mask. The budget agreement also includes immigration-related limits on cooperation between state law enforcement and ICE. Under the plan, state law enforcement would be barred from helping ICE carry out federal immigration actions. ICE would also be restricted from entering schools, healthcare facilities, homes, and other sensitive locations unless agents have a judicial warrant. State officials expect the Democratic-led legislature to approve the measures soon. Similar mask restrictions have been pursued in California and New Jersey. Those efforts have already drawn lawsuits from the U.S. Justice Department. A federal judge struck down California's ban earlier this year, finding that it unlawfully discriminated against federal officers. That history suggests New York's measure is likely to face a federal legal challenge as well.New York state set to ban law enforcement, including ICE, from wearing masks | ReutersIllinois lawmakers advanced an amended bill meant to limit outside investor influence over law firms. The state Senate Judiciary Committee approved the measure 8-1, sending it to the full Senate for further consideration. The bill targets arrangements involving law firm management services organizations, often called MSOs, and other non-lawyer-owned entities connected to legal practices. It would bar those entities from interfering with lawyers' professional judgment, hiring decisions, or access to firm documents. It would also prevent outside entities from charging fees tied directly or indirectly to a law firm's fees or revenue. The amended version allows law firms to repay loans or credit from outside entities, as long as repayment is not tied to the firm's financial performance. It also narrows the bill so that it applies to Illinois lawyers and firms representing clients at least partly on a contingency-fee basis. Lawyers would have to disclose MSO agreements to their clients. Supporters say the bill is designed to keep legal decisions in the hands of attorneys rather than investors seeking profits. Critics argue the bill is too broad and may interfere with the Illinois Supreme Court's authority to regulate the legal profession. The Illinois House already passed an earlier version, but it would need to approve the amended bill before it could go to the governor.Illinois advances bill to limit investor influence on law firms | Reuters This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.minimumcomp.com/subscribe

In this episode, Sarah and Cesar Roman sit down with Janet Gunn, a dynamic community leader and MSO ambassador from Greensburg, Indiana, to spotlight the real-world impacts of universal school choice. Together, they explore how policies enabling educational options are transforming families' lives, with a special focus on the success of Good Shepherd Christian Academy. The conversation dives into the logistics of community organizing, what motivates parents to seek alternative school options, and the power of grassroots advocacy in driving state-level education reform. Highlights How School Choice Opens Doors: Janet Gunn describes how universal school choice gives rural families access to private, faith-based education that once felt unattainable due to financial barriers. Grassroots Organizing in Action: Insights into the “rock the block” event, parades, and outreach at Good Shepherd Christian Academy, including how these efforts boosted enrollment and awareness in the Greensburg area. Community and Belonging: The episode unpacks the profound impact that volunteers, such as Janet Gunn, have in shaping tight-knit school environments—kids affectionately call her “Grammy,” underscoring deep relationship-building Advocacy as a Game-Changer: Janet Gunn discusses how everyday parents and community members, not just policy experts, are instrumental in passing monumental legislation—and why your voice matters. The Role of Faith and Community: The conversation centers on the value of Christian education, prayerful support systems, and community care at Good Shepherd. Practical Steps for Families: Advice for parents looking for a new educational fit: visit schools, take tours, talk to staff, and trust your instincts to find the best environment for your child. Takeaways School choice empowers families of all income levels to access private education—especially crucial in rural or lower-income areas. Personal relationships and grassroots organizing drive enrollment and success, from fun events to one-on-one encouragement and outreach. Advocacy at the local level truly makes statewide change possible; every voice has the potential to impact legislation and improve options for students. Faith-based schools provide more than academics; they nurture community, care, and values, creating spaces where students and families thrive. Finding the right educational fit is a journey; touring schools and meeting teachers is key to making informed, confident decisions. Want to learn more or get involved? - Contact Good Shepherd Christian Academy at 812-663-2410 or visit gscademy.org. Did you find this episode informative? Help us out! Leave a review Share it with your friends Give us a 5 Star rating on your podcatcher of choice For more information about school choice and your school choice options, visit our website at https://www.i4qed.org

Licensed medical cannabis has officially moved from Schedule I to Schedule III, but most operators still don't fully understand what changed, what didn't, and where the real risks and opportunities are. In this episode of Cultivation Elevated, host Michael Williamson sits down with cannabis attorney Christine Seney for a no-fluff breakdown of what rescheduling actually means on the ground, financially, operationally, and strategically.Christine works directly with MSOs, investors, and executive teams on licensing, compliance, deal structure, and capital strategy across multiple state markets. This is not outside commentary. This is real-time legal strategy.Timestamps:0:00 Introduction1:44 The most costly misconception operators have about Schedule III2:23 Medical vs. adult use: an expensive distinction3:54 Is this a tax issue, a compliance issue, or both?4:03 What MSO CFOs should be doing right now around 280E4:26 The 60-day DEA filing window explained5:16 Biggest missed opportunities in the next 6 to 12 months5:49 Import/export opportunities and FDA recognition6:13 Pharma partnerships and health insurance coverage for patients7:19 Banking, capital access, and legitimizing the industry8:47 Uplisting, credit card processing, and reducing transaction friction9:32 Why insurance coverage for medical patients would be a game changer10:01 Michael's 18 years as an operator and the real cost of medical cannabis therapy11:14 Does rescheduling actually change enforcement risk?11:30 Why DEA enforcement is coming and what it will look like13:10 How federal and state agencies work together on enforcement (Florida example)13:45 What has NOT changed that people think has14:37 IRS guidance still pending, travel caution still applies15:45 The "meaningful domino" analogy16:05 Winners and losers of rescheduling17:06 The CHAMPS case and mixed-license businesses18:27 Why new entrants have a strategic advantage right now19:13 Florida as a case study: medical-only, vertical integration, capital intensity20:46 Could Schedule III actually hurt parts of the cannabis industry?21:28 Big tobacco, big alcohol, and consolidation risks22:33 The craft operator opportunity and why smaller players can still win23:08 GMP, FDA oversight, and pharmaceutical standards coming to cultivation24:27 ASTM cannabis standards and what operators should be watching24:38 The next 3 legal and regulatory dominoes to watch25:15 Adult use descheduling, cartel policy, and the political path forward25:46 Hemp vs. cannabis and whether the two sides eventually collapse together26:23 Closing thoughtsKey topics covered: Cannabis rescheduling, Schedule III cannabis, 280E tax reform, DEA registration, medical marijuana compliance, MSO strategy, cannabis investment, GMP cannabis, FDA cannabis, cannabis banking, SAFE Banking, cannabis enforcement, cannabis legalization, hemp vs cannabis regulation, cannabis tax planning, multi-state operatorsGuest: Christine Senne is a cannabis attorney at Grossman, Roopnarine & Bayó, LLC, where she focuses on regulatory strategy, compliance, and complex business structuring across multiple state markets. She advises operators, investors, and executive teams on navigating licensing, enforcement risk, multi-state expansion, and capital strategy in one of the most highly regulated industries in the country.Christine is known for translating complex legal and regulatory frameworks into clear, practical guidance that operators can execute against. Her work sits at the intersection of law, policy, and real-world operations, making her a trusted advisor to companies scaling in dynamic and often uncertain environments.With the recent shift to Schedule III, Christine is actively working with clients to interpret and respond to this regulatory change in real time, providing critical insight into both the immediate implications and long-term strategic considerations for cannabis operators.Connect With PippPipp Horticulture Website - https://pipphorticulture.com/Pipp Horticulture YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4nNnNCiwS5k5GX7BaXIrbAPipp Horticulture - Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/pipphorticulturePipp Horticulture Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/pipphorticulture/Pipp Horticulture LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/18333737/Pipp Horticulture Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/pipphorticulture/

Private equity is already moving into your market. The question isn't if it affects you—it's how prepared you are when it does. In this episode, Chris Dreyer and Tim McKey break down how MSOs (managed service organizations) actually work, what they unlock, and where most firms still lose hundreds of thousands a year without realizing it. If you want to dominate your area, outmaneuver the competition, and secure the high-value cases that actually move the needle, you need a partner who delivers proof over promises. Head over to Rankings.io to see how we help elite personal injury firms scale. On this episode, you'll learn: What an MSO actually is, and why it's becoming the structure behind major deals. The tradeoffs that come with bringing in outside capital. Where most firms leak revenue inside intake (and how to quantify it). If you like what you hear, hit Subscribe. We do this every week. Buy tickets for PIMCON 2026: https://hubs.li/Q04bf9vT0  Subscribe to our newsletter:  https://newsletter.rankings.io Get Social! Personal Injury Mastermind (PIM) powered by Rankings.io is on Instagram | YouTube | TikTok

Episode 93Listen in as MSO participates in a conversation with writer and conceptual artist Mark A. Michaels as we examine how contemporary therapeutic and psychedelic approaches might inadvertently undermine clients. Put simply, are these methods truly helping us, or are they hindering our ability to take charge of our own healing journeys? Discover the answers with us!For more information visit his website below:MarkAMichaels.comSend us Fan MailMen Speaking Out...Talking to reveal, not conceal! menspeakingout.com

On this Kaya Cast episode, host Tommy Truong sits down with Rob Sanchez of Apartment 113, a cannabis software veteran who began as a cultivator and hash maker before becoming one of the industry's most sought-after tech consultants. Rob shares practical lessons from implementing software for more than 100 operators, focusing on day-to-day operator needs, end-to-end inventory, multi-location scaling, and how to avoid shiny object syndrome in a fast-changing market. He explains how to separate real value from buzzwords like AI, and why you should define your top pains, involve frontline users, and vet software partners on problem solving, urgency, and compliance. Drawing on experience across the United States, Colombia, and Canada, Rob discusses market maturity, cross-border considerations, and what a truly scalable cannabis software stack looks like—from two-way inventory to seamless roll-ups and analytics. He also shares the kinds of questions operators should ask when evaluating POS and ERP solutions, how to plan for growth from a single shop to a multi-store operator, and what it takes to get real ROI from your software. The episode reveals Rob's origin story with Apartment 113 and his passion for solving frontline challenges—budtenders, inventory managers, and store crews who keep the industry running. Tune in for an insightful, no-fluff conversation about building software that actually moves the business, plus a rapid-fire Q&A closer to the end. Find out more about Apartment 113 at:https://apt113.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-sanchez-apt113/https://www.linkedin.com/company/apartment-113/ 00:00 Business Is the Work00:14 Meet the Guest01:37 Avoiding Buzzword Traps02:20 Demos With End Users03:59 POS Workflow Questions07:11 Scaling Multi Location10:36 Vendor Support Reality12:44 POS Economics and Monetization15:20 Define Your Pain Points17:34 AI Hype vs Real Value22:07 AI for Analytics Reporting24:01 Lean Ops and Global Culture25:04 Export-Driven Markets26:26 Canada Retail Reality27:04 Automation and Maturity29:15 Taxes and Transparency29:54 Solving Operator Pain31:22 Software Picks and Tradeoffs35:00 ERP Meets Cannabis35:53 Apartment 113 Origin38:04 Rapid Fire Stories41:54 Connoisseurship and Terpenes44:40 Lower Potency Future45:27 Where to Find Rob46:14 Closing Thankscannabis software, cannabis POS systems, cannabis ERP solutions, dispensary inventory management, end to end cannabis inventory, two way inventory sync, cannabis retail technology, multi location dispensary scaling, MSO software strategy, cannabis tech stack, compliant cannabis software, state cannabis compliance tracking, seed to sale software, METRC integration, BioTrack integration, cannabis analytics dashboard, real time cannabis reporting, dispensary KPI tracking, cannabis ROI from software, cannabis automation tools, AI in cannabis retail, cannabis AI reality vs hype, shiny object syndrome tech, cannabis operations management, budtender workflow optimization, cannabis inventory reconciliation, shrinkage reduction cannabis, cannabis purchasing controls, cannabis wholesale tracking, cannabis cultivation software insights, hash maker to tech consultant, Rob Sanchez Apartment 113, Apartment 113 consulting, cannabis implementation best practices, software rollout dispensary, frontline user adoption cannabis tech, change management cannabis retail, cannabis software vendor evaluation, POS vs ERP cannabis, cannabis data roll ups, multi store reporting cannabis, cross border cannabis operations, United States cannabis market, Canada cannabis market #kayacast #cannabis #tips #dispensaries #business #podcast

Tim McKey is not a lawyer, but he's been inside over 300 plaintiff firms, and he sees where lapses in operations mean lost dollars. A CPA by training, Tim and a colleague formed Vista Consulting to help law firms “de-bottleneck.” In this conversation with host Dan Ambrose, Tim describes the journey that led to Vista and how it achieves its mission of helping law firms. Tune in as he reveals the operational mistakes – including intake methods – that could be quietly draining your firm's revenue.Train and Connect with the Titans☑️ Tim McKey | LinkedIn☑️ Vista Consulting | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | YouTube☑️ Trial Lawyers University☑️ TLU On Demand Instant access to live lectures, case analysis, and skills training videos☑️ TLU on X | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn☑️ Subscribe Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube2026 Programming☑️ Training Witnesses to Transport Themselves and the Jury, April 17-18, Hermos Beach, CA☑️ TLU Trial Skills Training, April 21- 25, Hermosa Beach, CA☑️ Witness Preparation & Direct Examination, May 8 - 9, Hermosa Beach, CA☑️ Dark Arts Trial Craft Bootcamp, May 27 - June 2, Huntington Beach, CA☑️ TLU Beach, June 3-6, Huntington Beach, CAEpisode SnapshotTim McKey spent 18 years with Deloitte before converting his CPA firm into a business consultancy around 1999 when he realized he was "keeping score" but not "affecting the score."Vista Consulting has worked with over 300 plaintiff law firms, getting referrals entirely through word of mouth.Tim outlines key areas that Vista evaluates at every firm: vision, people in the right seats, intake, case management, HR and training, technology, financial reporting, and physical plant — now including AI and tech stack analysis.On Alternative Business Structures (ABS), Tim explains that only Arizona, Puerto Rico, and Washington, D.C., currently allow non-lawyer ownership in law firms, and he believes that model is going by the wayside in favor of the MSO (Managed Service Organization) structure.The MSO model — where a law firm spins out all non-legal personnel and assets into a separate entity that then contracts services back to the firm — allows private equity investment without violating bar ethics rules on non-lawyer ownership.At TLU Beach, Tim will deliver a one-hour lecture about what the top-performing firms in the country do operationally and financially to get more clients and increase case values.Produced and Powered by LawPods

2015年全国高考I+II卷英语听力第一节（共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分）听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。 1. What time is it now?A. 9:10. B.9:50. C. 10:00.2. What does the woman think of the weather?A. It's nice. B. It'swarm. C. It's cold.3. What will the man do?A. Attend a meeting. B. Give a lecture.C. Leave his office.4. What is the woman's opinion about the course?A. Too hard. B. Worth taking. C. Very easy.5. What does the woman want the man to do?A. Speak louder. B. Apologize to her. C. Turn off the radio.第二节（共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分）听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。 听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。6. How long did Michael stay in China?A. Five days. B. One week. C. Two weeks.7. Where did Michael go last year?A. Russia. B.Norway. C. India.听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。8. What food does Sally like?A. Chicken. B.Fish. C. Eggs.9. What are the speakers going to do?A. Cook dinner. B. Go shopping. C. Order dishes.听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。10. Where are the speakers?B. In the office. C. At home.11. When is the report due?A. Thursday. B. Friday. C. Next Monday.12. What does George suggest Stephanie do with the report?A. Improve it. B. Hand it in later. C. Leave it with him.听第9段材料，回答第13至16题。13. What is the probable relationship between thespeakers?A. Salesperson and customer. B. Homeowner and cleaner.C. Husband and wife.14. What kind of apartment do the speakers prefer?A. One with two bedrooms. B. One without furniture.C. One near a market.15. How much rent should one pay for the one-bedroom apartment?A. $350. B.$400. C. $415.16. Where is the apartment the speakers would like to see?A. On Lake Street. B. On Market Street. C. On South Street.听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。17. What percentage of the world's tea exports go to Britain?A. Almost 15%. B. About 30%. C. Over 40%.18. Why do tea tasters taste tea with milk?A. Most British people drink tea that way.B. Tea tastes much better with milk.C. Tea with milk is healthy.19. Who suggests a price for each tea?A. Tea tasters. B. Tea exporters. C. Tea companies.20. What is the speaker talking about?A. The life of tea tasters. B. Afternoon tea in Britain.C. The London Tea Trade Center.听力参考答案1—5 ACABC 6—10 BABCB 11—15ABCAB 16—20 CBAAC2015年高考英语新课标卷听力原文第一节Dialog 1:W: What time is your train leaving?M: It leaves at 10. I've got 50 minutes left.W: You'd better hurry, or you won't be able to catch it.Dialog 2:M: Nice weather we're having! Don't you think?W: No, it is too cold.M: I think it is just right.W: I'd prefer a few degrees warmer.Dialog 3M: Now, let's stop talking and get going. I need to be in my office in 15 minutes. Or I'll be late for a meeting.W: OK. Bye!Dialog 4M: This course is really difficult.W: I don't think it's all that bad. And we'll benefit a lot from it.M:So you're taking it, too.W: That's true.Dialog 5W: Could you turn that off? I can't hear myself think！M: What? W: The radio. M: Oh, sorry.第二节Dialog 6W: Hi, Michael! I heard you just came back from a holiday?M: Yes. I stayed for a week in China and 5 days in India.W: You do travel a lot, don't you? Last year, you went to Norway, right?M: Well, I've been to quite some countries, but not yet to Norway. Last summer, I toured Russia for two weeks.Dialog 7M: Sally, do you like seafood?W: Yes, of course.M: Is there anything you especially like?W:Well, I really don't know. I can never remember the name.M: Ok. Is there any food you don't eat?W: Well, I don't eat chicken, and I don't like eggs,either. But I like all kinds of fish and vegetable.M: Then, let's look at the menu , and see what they've got for us.Dialog 8M: You look pale, Stephanie! What's wrong?W: I don't feel good. I have a bad headache. In fact, I haven't got much sleep this past week, and I feel really tired.M: Why don't you go to see a doctor?W: Yeah, I think I should. But I have a report to do tomorrow. Ms. Jenkins means it for the board meeting next Monday.M: Well, it's Wednesday today. Why don't you talk to Ms.Jenkins and ask if you can hand it in on Friday morning?W: Maybe I should try. I guess I just need a good sleep.Thanks, Gorge.M: If you need any help for the report, just let me know.Dialog 9W: Anything interesting in the paper today, dear?M: Well, yeah. There are a few here that might interest us. Here is one for just four hundred dollars. It only has one bedroom, but it sounds nice, near Lake Street.W: Yeah, let me see what the cheapest two-bedroom apartment is. Oh, here is one on Market Street. It's a real bargain.Only 350 dollars. But it doesn't have any furniture.M: Well, it costs a lot to buy all the furniture.W: Oh, here is another one for just over four hundred dollars. This sounds very interesting. It's on South Street. That's a nice area!M: Yes, it's quiet. Did you say two bedrooms?W: Yes, at 415 dollars.M: Why don't we go and have a look?W: OK, I'll give them a call.Monolog 10Look at this picture. It's the London Tea Trade centre. As you can see, it is on the North Bank of the River Thames. It is the center of an important industry in the everyday life of the British people. Tea is the British national drink. Every man, woman and child over ten years of age, has an average over four cups a day, or someone thousand five hundred cups annually. About 30 percent of the world's export of tea makes its way to London. And Britain is by far the largest importer of tea in the world.Now in the second picture, you can see how tea is tasted in the Tea Trade Centre before it is sold. Here, different types of tea are tasted by skilled tea-tasters before they are sold at each week's tea sale. It's amazing to see them at work! Over a hundred kinds of tea are laid out in a line on a long table. The tasters generally taste tea with milk, since that is how the majority of British people drink their tea. The tasters move down the line with surprising speed, tasting from a spoon and deciding what is a fair price for each tea.

On this episode of Higher Exchanges, we're joined by Micah Anderson, CEO of LEEF Brands, to break down the company's fourth quarter and full year 2025 results and what they signal about the next phase of growth.We cover LEEF's evolution, including the addition of Salisbury Canyon Ranch, and how vertical integration is driving margin expansion, improved consistency, and stronger cash flow. Q4 marked a clear inflection point, with revenue up nearly 40% year-over-year, gross margins reaching 45.5%, and the business generating positive operating and free cash flow.We also unpack the transition from H1 to H2, where margins expanded significantly as LEEF shifted toward internally sourced biomass, and discuss what it means to build a large-scale cultivation asset inside a public company.Finally, we look ahead to what's next, including expansion plans at Salisbury Canyon Ranch, the recent Mindset Capital investment, and the growing optionality across CBD, interstate commerce, exports, and M&A, along with listener questions on market share and unit economics.Higher Exchanges is powered by Flowhub. 

Send us Fan MailThe hosts discuss cannabis legalization frustrations and preview stories for the week ending March 15, 2026, led by a tax court case tied to roughly $1.6B in MSO 280E-related liability, where the U.S. argues cannabis businesses fall “within the meaning” of Schedule I/II for 2016–2017 tax years, despite the ongoing rescheduling push. They note a Ninth Circuit decision that the dormant Commerce Clause does not apply to cannabis, contrasting with East Coast rulings and a continuing circuit split after the Supreme Court declined review. State updates include Texas's March 31 ban on smokable hemp/THCA flower sales, Tennessee “pot for potholes” messaging, Virginia's new micro-vertical licensing framework and regulator setup, Alabama's medical rollout delays due to litigation, Florida's ballot initiative setbacks and political hypocrisy, and Verano's $195M loan amid ongoing MSO expansion.Support the showGet our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3VEn9vu

Send a textIn this Quick Tip episode of the Private Practice Survival Guide, Brandon Seigel breaks down what it really means for a private practice to operate as a Management Services Organization (MSO)—and why owning your MSO can be a powerful strategic advantage. He explains how an MSO separates non-clinical functions like HR, billing, operations, compliance, marketing, and technology into a scalable business infrastructure that allows providers to stay focused on patient care while building long-term enterprise value.Brandon compares becoming your own MSO vs. outsourcing to one, covering ownership control, economies of scale, talent acquisition, revenue diversification, tax efficiency, and negotiating leverage with vendors and payers. He also addresses the real tradeoffs—capital requirements, operational complexity, compliance risk, and leadership demands—so practice owners can make informed decisions. If you're thinking about scalability, succession planning, or building a durable competitive advantage in healthcare, this episode offers a practical framework for deciding whether an MSO model is right for your practice.Welcome to Private Practice Survival Guide Podcast hosted by Brandon Seigel! Brandon Seigel, President of Wellness Works Management Partners, is an internationally known private practice consultant with over fifteen years of executive leadership experience. Seigel's book "The Private Practice Survival Guide" takes private practice entrepreneurs on a journey to unlocking key strategies for surviving―and thriving―in today's business environment. Now Brandon Seigel goes beyond the book and brings the same great tips, tricks, and anecdotes to improve your private practice in this companion podcast. Get In Touch With MePodcast Website: https://www.privatepracticesurvivalguide.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandonseigel/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brandonseigel/https://wellnessworksmedicalbilling.com/Private Practice Survival Guide Book This show is proudly produced at PS Studios — learn more https://www.psstudios.co

Send a textIn this episode of the Private Practice Survival Guide Podcast, Brandon Seigel breaks down the multi–tax ID private practice model and why relying on a single tax ID can limit growth, care delivery, and operational freedom. Drawing from real-world experience, Brandon explains how separating insurance-based care, concierge/private pay services, and a Management Services Organization (MSO) can unlock flexibility, protect compliance, diversify revenue, and expand patient access—without violating payer contracts.This conversation explores the three–tax ID framework, the role of an MSO, and how properly structured entities allow private practices to serve patients beyond medical necessity while reducing financial risk and payer dependency. If you're a private practice owner feeling boxed in by insurance rules, this episode offers a strategic lens on how to scale, innovate, and build a more resilient healthcare business—with proper legal and financial guidance.Welcome to Private Practice Survival Guide Podcast hosted by Brandon Seigel! Brandon Seigel, President of Wellness Works Management Partners, is an internationally known private practice consultant with over fifteen years of executive leadership experience. Seigel's book "The Private Practice Survival Guide" takes private practice entrepreneurs on a journey to unlocking key strategies for surviving―and thriving―in today's business environment. Now Brandon Seigel goes beyond the book and brings the same great tips, tricks, and anecdotes to improve your private practice in this companion podcast. Get In Touch With MePodcast Website: https://www.privatepracticesurvivalguide.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandonseigel/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brandonseigel/https://wellnessworksmedicalbilling.com/Private Practice Survival Guide Book This show is proudly produced at PS Studios — learn more https://www.psstudios.co

Episode 91Experiencing the loss of a loved one can be overwhelming. Whether it is a friend or a family member, their absence deeply affects us, especially when they have played a significant role in our lives. How do we adapt? How can we continue to handle the difficulties brought by their absence? MSO invites you to listen in on a conversation with Dr. Thomas Attig, author of “Wisdom in Death's Shadows: Collected Writings on How We Grieve.” Perhaps this podcast will offer guidance to help us all navigate through grief and find a way forward.Please visit Dr. Thomas Attig's Website for more information:https://griefsheart.com/Send a textMen Speaking Out...Talking to reveal, not conceal! menspeakingout.com

Doug Kaufman sits down with Sunil Patel, founder & CEO of TekMetric, to unpack Tektonic 2026 — an industry-wide conference built for every role in the repair shop, not just a vendor event.Learn how TekMetric's data view across more than 14,000 shops reveals what top performers do differently and how Tektonic will translate those insights into practical, measurable outcomes.Patel explains the conference format — 75 role-based breakout sessions where owners, service writers, technicians and foremen can “choose your own path” through hands-on technical training (including EV topics), service-writing skill workshops, MSO growth panels and a coaches debate. Hear about keynote speakers, networking opportunities, and TekMetric's consultative approach to helping shops reach their next result (for example, improving average repair order through better DVIs and photo standards).Event starts April 9, 2026 at the Marriott Marquis Houston. More info and registration: TekMetric.com/Tektonic

With Alex Thiersch on the ground in Indiana lobbying against pivotal new legislation, MSPA Digital Marketing Supervisor Derek steps in to break down a whirlwind of 2026 legislative moves. From Big Pharma's influence on GLP-1 regulations to shifting MSO scrutiny and expanding autonomy for practitioners, this episode explores how new bills in states like Indiana, Florida, and Arizona are reshaping the industry. Learn why "information is power" and how these national trends might be coming to your state next. Key points include: The Battle Over GLP-1s Stricter State Oversight MSOs Under the Microscope Expanding Autonomy Rising Professional Standards New Practice Permissions Next Steps for Practitioners and AmSpa

In today's episode of Higher Exchanges, Jesse Redmond and Morgan Paxhia tackle five of the toughest questions shaping the next phase of the cannabis industry.Will Schedule III trigger a lasting cannabis bull market?Will federal hemp restrictions remain in place through November 2026?Will two of Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Florida legalize adult use and restart growth?Will three of today's Tier One operators still be the top five cannabis companies in ten years?And will a U.S. plant-touching MSO uplist to NASDAQ or NYSE by year's end?This is a focused discussion on regulation, capital markets, state expansion, consolidation, and long-term leadership in cannabis.If you're investing in marijuana stocks or following U.S. cannabis reform, this episode breaks down the structural forces shaping where capital flows next.Higher Exchanges is powered by Flowhub, check 'em out at flowhub.com

Episode 90 - Male enhancement procedures can lead to complications if patients lack proper care, including physical and emotional issues and the need for corrective surgeries. Poor pre- or post-operative care raises the risk of infection, scarring, and ongoing health problems. MSO speaks with Dr. Joel Pash, co-founder and medical director of Upsize clinic in San Francisco, about these challenges that give men a “hard time”.You can learn more about Dr. Joel Pash and the Upsize clinic at: https://www.upsizematters.com. Also, on his social media at: Instagram, TikTok, Twitter and YouTube. Another great show!Send a textMen Speaking Out...Talking to reveal, not conceal! menspeakingout.com

We dive deep into digital privacy enforcement, the exploding intersection of litigation finance and law firm operations, and how alternative business structures (ABS) and managed service organizations (MSOs) are reshaping legal services. Hosts Brandon Schuh and Nick Hartmann talk with Nick Rowles-Davies, CEO at Lexolent, dissect the FTC's landmark General Motors and OnStar settlement, which finalized in January 2026, revealing how millions of consumers unknowingly had their precise driving data collected, sold, and monetized without consent. The conversation explores the regulatory response, the growing complexity of fee-sharing arrangements in contingency-based litigation, and the philosophical debate between UK and US approaches to nonlawyer investment in law firms. Woven throughout are lighter moments, including a "two truths and a lie" game testing movie trivia knowledge about Back to the Future, Die Hard, and The Breakfast Club.The episode reflects broader industry shifts like private equity capital flooding into legal services, litigation funders gaining unprecedented control over case strategy, and regulators tightening scrutiny on data-driven business models that exploit consumer blind spots. For legal professionals, insurance industry participants, and policy advocates, this episode maps the emerging terrain of consumer protection in connected vehicles, the ethical fault lines of litigation finance, and the practical mechanics of MSO structures designed to attract venture and private equity backing while skirting prohibitions on nonlawyer ownership.Key Takeaways:GM/OnStar Settlement (January 2026): FTC finalized a major enforcement action banning GM from sharing geolocation and driving behavior data with consumer reporting agencies for five years and requiring explicit opt-in consent for all future data collection, a landmark win for privacy advocates concerned about insurance rate impacts.Alternative Business Structures (ABS): Limited to Arizona, Utah, and DC in the US, ABS allows nonlawyers to hold equity in law firms directly. This contrasts sharply with UK structures, where ABS has been legal for over a decade and shows more tolerance for mixed ownership models.Managed Service Organizations (MSOs) as Workaround: Since ABS remains rare in most US states, law firms partner with investor-backed MSOs that handle back-office, marketing, and technology functions, siphoning off overhead costs while keeping lawyer-owned firms appearing compliant with Rule 5.4 prohibitions.Episode Chapters05:30 Privacy & Digital Surveillance08:30 GM/OnStar FTC Settlement Details & Data Monetization10:00 AI Liability & Regulatory Uncertainty Discussion15:00 Settlement Negotiations & Litigation Strategy18:00 Insurance Industry Corporate Raids & Fictional Premise24:30 GM Truck Insurance Quote & Data Sharing Consent27:00 Litigation Prediction & Case Strategy28:00 Administrative Duties & Managed Services Models31:40 Guest Introduction & UK Legal System Background32:00 Alternative Business Structures & Private Equity in Law35:00 Ethical Concerns in MSO Models37:00 Margin Analysis & Contingency Fee Economics41:00 Litigation Finance Benefits & Structural Risks43:00 UK vs US Bar Ethics & Jury Trial Impact45:00 Fee-Sharing Regulations & Risk Assessment49:00 Regulatory Credibility & Litigation Finance Critique55:00 AI Asymmetry in Litigation StrategyConnect with RiskCellar:Website: https://www.riskcellar.com/Guest: Nick Rowles-DaviesLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-rowles-davies/ Portfolio: http://www.legalfinance.expert/Substack: https://nickrowlesdavies.substack.com/Company Website: http://www.lexolent.com/ Brandon Schuh:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61552710523314LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandon-stephen-schuh/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/schuhpapa/Nick Hartmann:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nickjhartmann/ 

Episode 89Preventing human trafficking involves raising awareness, strengthening laws, and supporting vulnerable communities to stop exploitation before it starts. At the same time, addressing porn addiction requires education, access to support resources, and fostering healthy relationships. Together, these efforts empower individuals and communities to protect themselves and others from harm. Join me as MSO interview's Joe Madison, Executive Director of Demand Disruption (https://demanddisruption.org/) to discuss these society challenges that impact us all! More of Demand Disruption can be followed at: Podcast, Instagram, YouTube, and FaceBook.Lastly Congratulations to Deman Disruption celebrating their 10th year in fighting human trafficking. Much love from MSO!Send us a textMen Speaking Out...Talking to reveal, not conceal! menspeakingout.com

Most law firm owners think they need a better defense right now. More protection from competitors. More control over chaos. More insulation from burnout, margin pressure, and consolidation.But what if the real threat isn't what's happening to your law firm…It's what you haven't built inside it yet?In this episode of Your Practice Mastered, Richard James breaks down a hard truth most attorneys avoid… The best defense in today's legal market is a great offense.As competition increases, non-attorney ownership expands, and MSO models quietly reshape the industry, firms that rely on talent, hustle, or referrals alone are becoming dangerously exposed.This conversation is about the offensive systems law firm owners must start thinking about now before they're forced to react later.If you're working long hours, carrying the business on your back, or worried about where your firm is headed over the next few years, this episode will challenge how you see growth, protection, and leadership inside your firm.This is not theory, it's what the firms winning in the next era are already doing differently.Get More from Your Practice Mastered: https://thelawfirmsecret.com

If you've ever wondered why DSO and MSO valuations exploded, stalled, and now look ready to move again, the answer is hiding in plain sight: SOFR.In this 2026 kickoff episode, host Jamie West Falasz invites Polaris Founder & CEO, Diwakar Sinha back to the show for a breakdown of how changes in borrowing costs have driven valuation cycles, recap strategies and M&A activity from 2017 through today. From the pre-pandemic decline in borrowing costs, to the near-zero-rate frenzy that fueled record deal volume, to the post-pandemic reality of cashflow compression and failed transactions, SOFR has been the hidden lever behind it all. Tune in to learn about the recent downward trend in SOFR, why it signals a positive turning point for capital deployment, and why 2026 is shaping up to be a pivotal year for prepared founders and operators.Because in this market, timing helps - but readiness winsRead Diwakar's Article HERE: https://polarishealthcarepartners.com/capital-markets-sofr-and-the-recapitalization-of-msos-dsos-why-2026-could-be-the-year/For more Information on the Secured Overnight Financing Rate and the cost of borrowing cash, click here: https://www.newyorkfed.org/markets/reference-rates/sofr

Welcome to episode 311 of Grow Your Law Firm, hosted by Ken Hardison. In this episode, Ken sits down with Tim McKey, CEO and co-founder of Vista Consulting, a longtime CPA and law-firm operations expert who has spent more than 15 years helping plaintiff firms improve efficiency, profitability, and long-term stability. Through Vista, Tim has worked with nearly 300 firms to build stronger systems, enhance financial reporting, implement accountability, and navigate major transitions including mergers, acquisitions, and succession planning.  What you'll learn about in this episode: 1. Disruption in Today's PI Landscape - How aging ownership, new capital sources, and ABS laws are reshaping the industry - Why institutional investors are moving aggressively into plaintiff firms 2. Understanding MSOs and Ownership Changes - How Managed Service Organizations work as an alternative structure - When selling to an MSO makes sense—and when a traditional sale is better 3. Competing in a Market of Roll-Ups and Mega-Firms - Why differentiation—not spending more—is the key to survival - How boutique firms can win even as consolidation increases 4. Building a Firm That's Valuable  - The operational ratios healthy firms monitor - The importance of systems, processes, and a true second-in-command 5. Using AI, Metrics, and Accountability to Improve Margins - Why AI and offshore support are pushing labor ratios down - Why every team member needs KPIs and clear expectations to drive performance   Resources:  Website: vistact.com LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/timmckey Facebook: facebook.com/Vistact Instagram: instagram.com/vistaconsultingteam   Additional Resources:    https://www.pilmma.org/the-mastermind-effect https://www.pilmma.org/resources https://www.pilmma.org/mastermind AI for PI Expo:   www.pilmma.org/ai-for-pi-expo

With the stroke of a pen our industry is more exposed than ever. Though it's not set in stone we seem to be running head first into the abyss known as Schedule 3. We have had multiple shows highlighting this potential schedule change and what it would do to our fragile state regs. The big winners are the MSO's and corporate cannabis that can finally get the normal tax benefits that every other business owner has access to. In other words the regulated industry is like a junkie and 280e is the fix it takes just to get back to normal. Our guest @jeffgard42 is one of Colorados top Civil/Criminal Lawyers and our go to guy when big shifts like this happen if your unsure where you stand if this executive order go's through then make sure to tune in. So get that @dabx GO rig charged your @jerome_baker bong Clean with some ice

The legal industry is racing toward new business models, and Trisha Rich offers a grounded view of what that shift actually requires.  As a partner at Holland & Knight and a professor at New York University School of Law, she works at the center of the conversations driving MSO growth, ABS experimentation, and rising interest from Private Equity. Firms want support, investors want a foothold, and everyone wants clarity on where the ethical lines sit. Trisha argues that the answers are far less mysterious than people think. Independence, fee structures, and client protection still define the boundaries, and decades of opinions already show how to navigate them. She also speaks to the momentum behind this moment. AI pressure, shifting talent expectations, and a clear push for stronger business models have created an environment where MSO and ABS structures feel less experimental and more inevitable. Her perspective invites firms to ask sharper questions: what kind of growth makes sense, which investments matter most, and how do you protect the heart of the profession while modernizing it? The conversation offers a clear read on a fast-evolving space and a thoughtful look at how regulation and innovation shape each other inside modern legal practice.   Episode Breakdown: 00:00 The MSO and ABS Shift in the Legal Industry 04:26 How Rule 5.4 Shapes Modern Law Firm Models 11:19 Historical Precedent That Explains Today's MSO Boom 21:27 Law Firms, Business Strategy, and the Push for Scale 26:19 Why Private Equity Now Targets Legal Services Connect with Trisha Rich: Connect with Trisha on LinkedIn Trisha's Law Firm bio    Connect with Howard Rosenberg: Connect with Howard on LinkedIn Howard's Company Web Profile   Connect with Chris Batz: Connect with Chris on LinkedIn  Follow Columbus Street on LinkedIn Columbus Street Website Podcast production and show notes provided by HiveCast.fm

Today, we've got a standout guest who brings a fresh lens to growth and strategy in the auto space: Aaron Zucker, Founder and CEO of Zucker Investment Group (ZIG). ZIG operates at the intersection of real estate development and growth equity—helping operators scale by leveraging strategic site‑selection, creative financing, and aligned capital. In this conversation, we'll dig into how real estate can become a foundational growth lever for collision repair operators: sale‑leasebacks, partnering with developers, and structuring deals for scale. We'll also explore why ZIG is now setting its sights on the collision industry and what qualities they look for in the operators they back. If you're a shop owner ready to grow, an MSO planning your next move, or an investor curious about the collision space, then this episode is for you. Connect with Aaron: Social: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaron-zucker-zig/ Limitless Podcast Ft. Cole Strandberg: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/limitless-with-cole-strandberg/id1513018036?i=1000734044255 

An Interview with Mark Niehaus, President and Executive Director, Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra The Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra proves that art isn't just entertainment—it can be a key part of building community. Through concerts that bring diverse audiences together and revitalization efforts that have transformed its downtown home, the MSO stands as one of Milwaukee's most dynamic civic institutions. Our guest on this episode of Voices of Freedom is Mark Niehaus, President and Executive Director of the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra. Mark spent 14 years as the MSO's principal trumpet before the board tapped him in 2012 to lead the organization. Under his leadership, the MSO completed an extraordinary restoration of the 1930s Warner Grand Theatre, expanding it into the Bradley Symphony Center. It opened in 2021, sparking renewal along West Wisconsin Avenue. As Wisconsin's largest performing arts institution, the MSO employs 70 full-time professional musicians who perform over 130 concerts annually and generate an estimated $55 million in economic activity. Topics Discussed on this Episode: Mark's atypical career path from musician to organizational leader Why the Bradley Symphony Center restoration was critical for the orchestra's future The MSO's role in revitalizing downtown Milwaukee Growing institutionally at a time in which some orchestras are struggling Cultivating audiences for traditional art forms in a digital world The economic impact of arts organizations beyond cultural experience Hope for the future of orchestras and performing arts in America