Podcast appearances and mentions of mark gerberich

Mark Gerberich, Executive Director of the International Soap Box Derby, has announced his resignation. Ray talked with the Chair of the Board of Directors, Bret Treier, and Mark Gerberich about the decision and the derby going forward.

Mark Gerberich, Executive Director of the International Soap Box Derby, has announced his resignation. Ray talked with the Chair of the Board of Directors, Bret Treier, and Mark Gerberich about the decision and the derby going forward.

Next week is Race Week at the Derby Downs! The FirstEnergy All-American Soap Box Derby World Championships are July 17th-23rd. Mark Gerberich, President & CEO International Soap Box Derby, joined Ray to talk about Race Week and the world famous Derby Downs Track.

Next week is Race Week at the Derby Downs! The FirstEnergy All-American Soap Box Derby World Championships are July 17th-23rd. Mark Gerberich, President & CEO International Soap Box Derby, joined Ray to talk about Race Week and the world famous Derby Downs Track.

After a year hiatus due to the pandemic, the All-American Soap Box Derby is back at Derby Downs. Racers from all around the country will compete in the events, though it is restricted to JUST the United States for this year due to travel concerns. Mark Gerberich is the CEO of the All-American Soap Box Derby, and he joined the Ray Horner Morning Show to preview the schedule, from Wednesday's trials to the main event on Saturday. Mark was joined on the phone by Erin Donovan, a Philadelphia native and two-time derby winner, and she talked about her history of racing and her experiences taking home the trophy.

And they're off! On this week's edition of the Now You Know Akron podcast, host Craig Webb is joined by All-American Soap Box Derby President and CEO Mark Gerberich to talk about the return of the Derby in 2021 following last year's cancelation due to the pandemic. Gerberich talks about the challenges and differences in this year's race as compared to previous years and how he balances tradition with new ideas in the nearly 90-year-old event.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, we welcome Mark Gerberich from the International Soap Box Derby, here in Akron, Ohio! Mark tells the great story of how Akron became home to the ISBD, and how they’ve expanded events and offerings from the annual race to a year-long calendar of events. Mark discusses how STEM plays a critical role in designing … Ep80: Soap Box Derby + Bowling! Read More » The post Ep80: Soap Box Derby + Bowling! appeared first on Apple Growth Partners.

For the first time since World War II, the All-American Soap Box Derby will not be happening in 2020. After much thought, and due to large crowds of people from all ends of the earth, they couldn’t risk having the event this year, according to Mark Gerberich.

:17 - For the first time since World War II, the All-American Soap Box Derby will not be happening in 2020. After much thought, and due to large crowds of people from all ends of the earth, they couldn’t risk having the event this year, according to Mark Gerberich. 4:44 - A bill is floating around congress set out to protect workers when they head back to work. Rep. Tavia Galonski talked about the possibility of this bill getting passed. 10:22 - Though businesses and much of Ohio is reopening, the lockdown has had an effect on Americans’ mental health. Dr. Toni Cooper is a local psychologist, and she talked about dealing with stress and how to push away bad behavior that resulted from the shutdown. 15:22 - So you were let go from your job or forced out of work due to the pandemic, and whether or not you received a stimulus check, you haven’t worked for ten weeks. And now your rent is due, yet you don’t have the money to pay it. What happens? Steve McGarrity is the executive director at the Community Legal Aid Services, and if you’re going through this, he is here to help. 20:33 - We talked earlier about farmers markets, so we revisit that topic with Nora Logsdon from Meals on Wheels.

In the last decade, the All-American Soap Box Derby has expanded its education field into the world of STEM. So while schoolwork is being done from home, so will work with the derby, according to executive director Mark Gerberich.

:17 - For some, social distancing and quarantines have brought families together, but that is not always the case. In fact, when some families are together too long, they can get short-tempered and even violent. Terri Heckman is the executive director of the Battered Women’s Shelter in Summit County, and she urged women to seek help immediately if there are signs, whether subtle or blatant, of domestic abuse. 9:17 - Tax Day was supposed to be this Wednesday, but that deadline has been extended to July. Instead, we may (or may not) get our stimulus checks via direct deposit this week, as discussed by Doug Klein from BDO. 15:01 - Veterinary clinics are doing their social distancing, and Dr. Gary Riggs lets the listeners know that certain elements with your pets can be put off, but they were also open for emergencies. 19:54 - In the last decade, the All-American Soap Box Derby has expanded its education field into the world of STEM. So while schoolwork is being done from home, so will work with the derby, according to executive director Mark Gerberich.

September’s Leadership on Main featured Mark Gerberich, president and CEO of International Soap Box Derby. Mark chatted with moderator Anne Armeo, Vice President of Medicare and Individual Products & Sales at SummaCare. Full show notes here.

:19 - Today kicks off the Salvation Army Red Kettle Drive, and if you’re shopping in the greater Akron area, you’ll probably see a red kettle and a bellringer next to it. Major Stephen Stoops from the Salvation Army joined the program to urge any listeners if they have any time to be a volunteer bellringer these next several weeks. 5:15 - The Browns have parted ways with Jermaine Whitehead after he posted several threatening and racially-tinged tweets at fans and an analyst. Head coach Freddie Kitchens didn’t offer much in his Monday press conference, as discussed by Tony and Kris Drew here. 9:00 - From Malone University, political science professor Dr. David Beer touched on the whistleblower case and how the country looks as far as impeachment goes. 14:27 - The panel got into a brief conversation about Gone With the Wind, as Vivien Leigh was born this date in 1913, as well as the film being 80 years old. 18:36 - Mark Gerberich is the president of the Soap Box Derby, and he stopped by to mention the derby’s new robotics program. Be sure to follow us on our various social media platforms. Facebook: 1590WAKRakron Instagram: @1590WAKR Twitter: @1590WAKR, @Rayinthemorning, @TonyMazur

:19 - 1992 (and 1996) presidential candidate Ross Perot passed away Tuesday at the age of 89. Ray, Jeanne, and Tony talked about the legacy of Perot, mainly how his run in ’92 changed the course of politics. 8:29 - A Michigan-based company Beaumont Health has acquired Summa Health System, though Summa will keep its name. Dr. Cliff Deveny, president and CEO at Summa, talked to Ray about what will change and what will remain the same during and after this transition. 16:32 - Northeast Ohio has been abuzz of late, from the MLB All-Star Game to the Bridgestone Senior Players this week, which leads into next week’s All-American Soap Box Derby. President of the derby, Mark Gerberich, stopped by the studio to preview the events ahead of next week.

:17 - The big story this Monday morning was the massive amounts of flooding in southwestern Summit County. Copley roads got hit hard, and Barberton was under a flood watch on Sunday. Mayor Bill Judge talked about Barberton’s preventative measures and what roads are closed. 4:52 - Barber Road is one of the streets closed due to high water. Norton mayor Mike Zita provided some insight. 8:12 - Switching gears here to another hot topic on folks’ minds: CBD. Cleveland Clinic-Akron General’s Dr. Tim Brown joined the show to talk about the fact and fiction revolving around CBD, THC, hemp, and marijuana. 15:01 - A big trade in the NBA occurred with the Pelicans’ Anthony Davis heading west to join LeBron James with the Lakers. Ray and Tony touched on that move and why the Lakers, Knicks, and Bulls have not been sexy destinations for players this last decade. 20:57 - All-American Soap Box Derby president Mark Gerberich came on late in the show to discuss the three newest members of the derby hall of fame.

:17 - Sportswriter and author John Feinstein stopped through town, and he joined the show in studio today. Ray and John talked about the tournament heading to Firestone Country Club that will replace the Bridgestone Invitational, as well as the state of the NBA, the life of Frank Robinson, and Coach K. 8:33 - Mayor Dan Horrigan released his budget for 2019, and he talked about the impact Issue 4 will have on the city. Horrigan also talked to Ray about the cyber attack from weeks back and Russ Neal’s idea for a cloud-based system. 15:59 - It’s 2019, and the perception and stigma of marijuana isn’t what it used to be. In fact, it seems to be more accepted in the culture now. But can it be a gateway drug, or is alcohol still the cause and effect? The panel debates. 33:33 - The All-American Soap Box Derby isn’t just about making a car and rolling down a hill. They’ve been very innovative as far as getting students interested in STEM and other after school programs, which is what Derby president and CEO Mark Gerberich mentioned this morning.

:17 - The PBA is back at AMF Riviera Lanes in Fairlawn, and the morning show took in the sights and sounds from the tournament. Tony Mazur had the pleasure of sitting down with a founding member of the PBA, Carmen Salvino. Carmen talked a little bit about his technique and how he approaches the game like a physics equation. 9:48 - Speaking of bowling, Mark Gerberich happens to be in the bowling hall of fame, and he stopped by the studio to talk about his days at the alleys. If Mark’s name sounds familiar, he’s also the president of the All-American Soap Box Derby. 19:00 - Scott Wynn is our movie guy, and he went over what’s opening this weekend in theaters. 21:10 - With every offseason, Major League Baseball seems to throw up some proposals to shorten games and tighten some loose ends. However, baseball purists have not been fans of these proposals, and the morning show panel happen to include a few of those said purists. 37:42 - Remember the Akron Racers? Well, with the money and community support, they may be back at Firestone Stadium quite soon, according to Joey Arrietta. 44:25 - It was announced Thursday afternoon that Frank Robinson passed away at age 83. Not only was he a hall of fame slugger for the Reds and Orioles, but also was the first black manager in baseball, at the helm of the Indians in 1975. Bob DiBiasio from Tribe came on to chat about Frank and the process of having his number retired and a statue in his honor in 2017.