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Today, we welcome Joanne Hall onto the R2Kast!

Members of the Marketing Committee of That Flower Feeling join GUEST HOST Joan Mazat (Business Manager—Cut Flowers at Ball Seed Company) to share why this movement is so important to the cut flower industry. Join a dynamic group for an equally dynamic discussion about how and why industry leaders are actively working to motivate more consumers to view fresh flowers as a central part of their everyday routines, thereby raising overall floral integration and consumption. Guests: Karen Oie—Director of Sales, Smithers-Oasis North America Lisa Nason—Director of Marketing, Kennicott Brothers Carmen Marquez—Marketing Director, Ball SB That Flower Feeling is an industry-wide cooperative effort to encourage consumers to purchase more flowers regularly. The philosophy is simple: As long as people are bringing home flowers regularly, it's considered a success. The initiative aims to make the experience of having fresh flowers a part of daily life, challenging the notion that flowers should be reserved for special occasions. Resources: Learn more about That Flower Feeling at https://thatflowerfeeling.org/ Ball Seed Cut Flowers: https://www.ballseed.com/cutflowers/  

Hear from the three 2024 MAPA Award Recipients as they talk about the work and dedication that led to them being chosen as MAPA Award Winners.(Guests)MAPA 2024 Advocacy Award Recipient: Alannah Zheng, MSPA, PA-C, CLCAlannah is a PA in OB/GYN at Allina Health and serves as the MAPA LegislativeCommittee Chair as well as Delegate to AAPA HOD. This past legislative session, her contributions helped remove a confusing clause from a state statute that limited PAs treating patients with mental health conditions. With her leadership, the state legislature also passed the PA licensure compact, making Minnesota the 10th state to join the compact. MAPA 2024 Preceptor of the Year: Danielle Johnson, MPAS, PA-CDanielle is a Hospital Medicine PA at Regions Hospital and serves as Program Director for the HealthPartners Hospital Medicine APC Fellowship. Throughout her career, Danielle has “used her passion for medical education as her guiding star, incorporating it into her practice every day”. In her newer role as Fellowship Director, she has demonstrated dedication, empathy, and adaptability by working with medical education leaders, administrators, and fellow clinicians to enhance the development of each individual fellow ensuring they are best-prepared for their role. MAPA 2024 PA of the Year: Pat Loew, MPAS, PA-CPat is a Family Medicine PA with North Memorial Health. During his more than 35 years of practice, he has been dedicated to patient-centered care, recognizing the individuality and unique needs of each patient. He has been a continuous mentor to Pre-PA students, a clinical preceptor to PA students, and an exemplary colleague to other providers who work around him. Furthermore, he has been a strong leader and advocate for the PA profession, holding roles including Regional Provider Lead for 10+ years, Medical Director for North Memorial for 3+ years, member and current chair of the Professional Staff Committee, voting member on the Medical Credentialing Committee, and voting member on North Memorial's Executive Committee. “Pat exemplifies what being a PA leader is and continues to serve his patients, community, colleagues, friends, and family. He never seeks recognition, asks for praise, or looks for Rewards.”Host: Katarina Astrup, MSPAS, PA-C Katarina is a telepsychiatry PA with Minnesota Clinic for Health and Wellness. She is MAPA's Treasurer and serves on the Social Media and Marketing Committee.

All Home Care Matters and our host, Lance A. Slatton welcome Cheryl Beversdorf as our guest to the show.   About Cheryl Beversdorf:   A Vietnam era Veteran, registered nurse, former not-for-profit association executive, and public communications specialist, Cheryl Beversdorf produces and hosts AGING MATTERS Radio, weekly radio programs and podcasts offering interviews with guests who talk about aging related topics of interest to older adults, their care partners, and families.   Cheryl also produces and hosts AGING MATTERS TV Show, featuring interviews with experts about aging issues that include demonstrations of how aging related subjects benefit older adults' lives, and stories of life of guests who talk about how their life experiences made a difference to them and to their community.   Cheryl is a member of the Board of Directors of Arlington Neighborhood Village (ANV), a volunteer-driven, non-profit organization dedicated to helping older residents age in place. She chairs the ANV Communications and Marketing Committee and hosts ANV's weekly Coffee and Conversation program. Before AGING MATTERS, Cheryl partnered with an elder mediation attorney to create Talking About the Tough Stuff, interactive dramatizations and commentary for families needing to have difficult conversations about aging issues. She also helped establish Epilogue LLC, which offered support groups to help men and women over age 50 find new jobs or reinvent themselves in retirement.    About AGING MATTERS Podcast and Radio Show:   The weekly radio program presents individuals with expertise about a broad array of aging related topics. The show is broadcast on podcast sites and made available for downloading on grassroots community radio stations affiliated with Pacifica Network. Produced in an interview format, guests educate and inform listeners about timely topics that impact the lives of older adults and their families.   The program's focus is to help ensure longer and healthier lives for older adults. About AGING MATTERS TV Show: The TV Show offers interviews with aging experts and includes demonstrations of how aging related subjects benefit the lives of older adults and their families. A series of programs called “Stories of Life,” showcases guests who share ways their lives made a difference to them and to their community.

Michele Ringelberg is the Owner and CEO of ThrivePOP, a digital marketing agency that specializes in the cannabis industry, as well as manufacturing and technology. Michele has been instrumental in helping B2B and B2C businesses scale by implementing marketing tactics that generate leads and traffic, and she boasts impressive credentials as a certified Hubspot Gold Partner, Google Ad Certified Partner, and WBENC-certified woman business owner. She leads a passionate and creative team of experts including marketing strategists, web developers, graphic designers, and social media professionals. Michele is also an active volunteer for the National Cannabis Industry Association's Advertising and Marketing Committee, bringing her expertise and dedication to the forefront of industry advancements. In this episode… Ever wondered how a company can pivot from one industry to another and find immense success? How does one go from managing IT services to becoming a leading marketing expert in the cannabis industry?  Michele Ringelberg shares her journey of transitioning from a traditional marketing landscape to focusing specifically on the cannabis industry. She explained how a fortuitous opportunity with an email campaign for a cannabis client led her to explore this emerging niche. Michele and her team quickly recognized a gap in the market. By attending trade shows like MJBizCon and learning the intricacies of the industry, ThrivePOP evolved to become one of the first agencies to specialize in cannabis marketing. Her approach included understanding the unique challenges and restrictions of the industry, which helped her craft tailored strategies that brought significant results for her clients. In this episode of the Inspired Insider Podcast, Dr. Jeremy Weisz interviews Michele Ringelberg, Owner and CEO of ThrivePOP, about the evolution and strategic pivot of ThrivePOP into the cannabis industry. They discuss valuable insights about niching down and creating specialized services as Michele shares compelling aspects of her journey, including the pivotal trade show experiences, the importance of authentic marketing, and the role of partnerships in growing her business.

I have been blessed to experience many great things in my life, from growing up in and around generations of agriculture to leadership in the Texas FFA, obtaining higher education from multiple universities, and gaining valuable work experience from Washington, D.C. to West Texas. However, my true passions are my family, being an active member of my communities, and raising seedstock Dorpers. I married my best friend, Amanda, after meeting her in graduate school, and we have two children: Ella (9) and Jackson (7). Both children are active members of a local 4-H chapter. I have spent most of my career in agricultural finance but recently transitioned to farm and ranch sales.I am a business-minded individual who believes my role is to help the Society find new ways to generate revenue for our member farms and grow the Society. Furthermore, I will be an advocate for unity within our Society's membership.Over the last couple of years, I have already supported ADSBS through several notable accomplishments. As a member of the Registry Improvement Committee, I drafted the survey sent to the membership to provide clarity on expectations and opinions of the current system hosted by ABRI. I summarized and presented those results to both the membership and the board of directors at the 2023 National Show & Sale in Duncan. I also helped the Marketing Committee draft a survey of members that delved into expectations for the future. In 2024, I was asked to serve on the Finance Committee, where we have streamlined our financial reporting, reducing the general ledger from over 700 entries to a more functional form. We have also developed a proposal for a new investment strategy to align ADSBS's equity position with inflation. The committee has been actively discussing the development of standard operating procedures to streamline services to members and create transparency. Last but not least, we are in the process of gathering the pertinent information needed to select a new breed registry system central to our organization.

Chatting with Gemma Adair- Founder, Principal Marketing Consultant, Mentor, Podcast Host at Riada Consultancy, Marketing Committee Member (Volunteer) at Scottish Summit, Member at London Chamber of Commerce and Industry from London, England, United Kingdom- Gemma said about her work and answered some of my questions. more info at https://smartcherrysthoughts.com

In this episode, NDA Safety Committee Chair John Satterwhite, ROMCO Equipment, highlights NDA's safety resources for Safe + Sound Week (02:10-16:05). NDA Membership and Marketing Committee member Connie Clearwater sits down with Ryan Priestly, CEO of Priestly Demolition, and Danial Thomas, President of Green City Demolition, on how the two companies joined together (16:26-46:44). Lastly, conclude with a federal and legislative update from NDA Director of Government Affairs Alex McIntyre (47:14-54:12).

In this insightful episode, we speak with Annelize Morkel, Managing Directorat Achieve Through Action. Annelize holds a Master's in Commerce with aspecialisation in Leadership and Strategy and has over 12 years of experiencein the wine industry. She is actively involved in international academicdiscussions.As a scholar-practitioner, Morkel is dedicated to enhancing the wineindustry through education and professional development. She highlights thecrucial role of human capital in driving thriving economies and explores theholistic nature of the wine industry.Morkel also serves on the Wine Tourism and Marketing Committee at SAWIPB.She commends the organisation for its commitment to upskilling and empoweringindividuals, addressing market gaps, and advancing industry knowledge. Thisplatform plays a vital role in fostering growth and development within the winesector.The South African Wine Industry Professional Body (SAWIPB) was establishedto develop practitioners and support industry-related entities, ensuring socialsustainability in the wine sector.DISCLAIMER:The views and opinions expressed in this episode are those of theindividuals involved and do not necessarily reflect the official policy orposition of SAWIPB. The information provided in this episode is for generalinformational purposes only and should not be considered professional advice.

This month's visitors are three chairpersons from the Digital Marketing Committee, who provide us with insider knowledge on their committee's inner workings. Chair Kerri Ann Raimo, Vice-Chair Reagan Colpitts, and Associate Chair Kayla Ashlee detail how their committee serves the OWA by connecting authentically through digital channels, what members may not know, and how YOU can help improve the OWA's social presence. Our guests share how they stay on top of marketing trends, digital marketing tools they use, and what the OWA's social followers can look forward to. Additionally, we hear favorite stories they've told throughout their marketing careers and invaluable leadership advice. About our guests:Kerri Ann Raimo is the managing editor of Eyecare Business and Contact Lens Spectrum magazines published by BroadcastMed. She serves on the board of directors of the Optical Women's Association (OWA) and as chair of the OWA's Digital Marketing Committee. Reagan Colpitts is the Senior Business Development Manager at Safilo spearheading go-to-market strategics for the North American Sales Team while also leading Buying Groups & Strategics Alliances in the USA. With 15 years of leadership experience, she has dedicated the last 10 years in the optical industry and  has held various roles including being a sales representative, business consultant and Regional Sales  Manager. In 2022 she was honored with the Most Influential Women in Optical designation through Vision Monday and most recently was awarded the Optical Women's Leadership Scholarship in Spring of 2024.  She currently volunteers as the co-vice chair on the Digital Marketing Committee with the Optical Women's Association. Kayla Ashlee is the CEO & founder of Spexy, an international optometric speaker, a certified optician, and an optometric renegade. Her direct and relatable approach to training has set her apart in the optical industry. Kayla took her knowledge of industry coaching and adapted it to reach any eyecare office that is hungry to grow by putting her training in an online video learning platform called  Spexy® The result, she and her team train opticals how to give a sensational experience to their patients  and it is transforming the patient relationship with their optical in a powerful way.  Like this episode? Please subscribe and share!iTunes | Spotify | Overcast | iHeartRadio | AmazonConnect with the OWA:Website | LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook

Point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) is an incredibly helpful tool that many PAs utilize to help guide the management of acutely ill or injured patients.  Take a listen to hear two ultrasound evangelists, Thomas Pahl, PA-C and Peter Lindbloom, PA-C, share about the benefits of POCUS for both patients and PAs as well as examples of how POCUS has been helpful in their practices.  You will also learn about The Minnesota Point-Of-Care Ultrasound (POCUS) Project, which offers free ultrasound training to eligible providers through a grant offered by The Helmsley Charitable Trust. This allows Minnesota PAs to be trained in POCUS for free to better care for their patients. You can learn more information or register online here: portal.hqmeded.com Guest: Thomas Pahl, PA-C, CAQ-EMTom is an Emergency Medicine PA in the Glacial Ridge Health System. He is a skilled clinician with expertise in point-of-care ultrasound, resuscitation, and various emergency procedures. Tom is Co-Clinical Director of the Helmsley Project, a published author in ultrasound texts, teaches ultrasound courses, and is the vice-chair of the MN State Trauma Advisory Council. He is an active educator in local PA programs, and he precepts many students in their clinical rotations.  Guest: Peter Lindbloom, MPAS, PA-C, RDMS, FCCMPeter is a graduate of the inaugural physician assistant class at Augsburg College and has been in practice for the past 26 years. He has experience in family medicine, emergency medicine, administration and currently practices at North Memorial Health—Robbinsdale Hospital in trauma and surgical critical care. He has been using POCUS in his practice for over 18 years. Host: Katarina Astrup, MSPAS, PA-CKatarina is a telepsychiatry PA with Minnesota Clinic for Health and Wellness. She is a Director-At-Large for MAPA and serves on the Social Media and Marketing Committee. 

Lesley Mackey, a young professional stepping into a new graduate student recruiter role at Fort Hays State University, chats with the Pulse at the NAGAP Summit in Louisville. Fresh from his first trip to Hawaii, Les shares his journey as a new GEM professional, highlighting the unique challenges and breakthroughs of his new role in graduate recruitment. Key TakeawaysRole Exploration: Les discusses the intricacies of stepping into a newly created role in graduate recruitment and the challenges of establishing benchmarks without clear enrollment goals.Conference Insights: Insights from NAGAP conference sessions emphasize common challenges faced by small offices in higher education, showcasing varying perceptions of what constitutes a 'small' office.Future Aspirations: The conversation dives into future goals and the proactive steps being taken to define and achieve success in graduate recruitment.Guest Name: Les Mackey, Graduate Student Recruiter, Fort Hays State UniversityGuest Social: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lwmackey/Guest Bio: As relatively new professional in higher education, Lesley W. Mackey finished his bachelor's degree in Occupational Science (2022) from Eastern Kentucky University. In Summer 2022, him and his husband later found themselves moving to Hays, KS, to work on their respective master's degrees at Fort Hays State University (FHSU). Within in his first academic semester of graduate coursework, he transitioned from a graduate assistantship into a newly created, full-time role in graduate enrollment management (GEM). As FHSU continues to explore what GEM means to them, this role has allowed him the opportunity to get involved in coordinating all aspects of graduate recruitment, retention, and marketing. He will finish his MBA later this year, is a member of the NASPA SAPAA Knowledge Community, and sits on the NAGAP Research Committee as a liaison to the Marketing Committee. - - - -Connect With Our Co-Hosts:Mallory Willsea https://www.linkedin.com/in/mallorywillsea/https://twitter.com/mallorywillseaSeth Odell https://www.linkedin.com/in/sethodell/https://twitter.com/sethodellAbout The Enrollify Podcast Network:The Higher Ed Pulse is a part of the Enrollify Podcast Network. If you like this podcast, chances are you'll like other Enrollify shows too! Some of our favorites include Generation AI and Confessions of a Higher Education Social Media Manager.Enrollify is made possible by Element451 — the next-generation AI student engagement platform helping institutions create meaningful and personalized interactions with students. Learn more at element451.com. Connect with Us at the Engage Summit:Exciting news — Mallory will be at the 2024 Engage Summit in Raleigh, NC, on June 25 and 26, and we'd love to meet you there! Sessions will focus on cutting-edge AI applications that are reshaping student outreach, enhancing staff productivity, and offering deep insights into ROI. Use the discount code Enrollify50 at checkout, and you can register for just $200! Learn more and register at engage.element451.com — we can't wait to see you there!

Happy National Self-Care Day! Today's harmonious rendezvous couldn't have come at a more fitting moment. Tune in to this special episode of "2 Fat Guys Talking Flowers," where we're graced by the melodious presence of Vanessa Leite from That Flower Feeling. That Flower Feeling orchestrates a collective movement within the industry, encouraging consumers to embrace a regular bouquet habit. Their tune is simple: the more flowers adorning homes, the merrier. Vanessa, serving as the Community Engagement & Development Specialist, specializes in rallying support for the cause.As we sing the praises of this floral initiative, we listen to Vanessa's journey into the industry, with over 20 years of nonprofit management, her passion for karaoke, and the necessity of weekly blooms in her self-care regimen.From its very inception, Jet Fresh Flowers has been a steadfast advocate and participant in That Flower Feeling, from wrapping our truck to showcasing the initiative on our website (add link https://jetfreshflowers.com/explore/that-flower-feeling/). Recently, Mimi has joined the Development Committee, while Ryan has lent his expertise to the Marketing Committee. Listen closely as the team brainstorms some strategies to elevate flower sales. Joel suggests tuning into the gamer and younger demographic, while Fern orchestrates a business plan to supply flowers in Pro shops, aiming to keep spouses out of mischief.We're serenaded by Vanessa's enchanting voice, which undoubtedly serves as a potent instrument in spreading That Flower Feeling. How will you celebrate National Self-Care Day? Share your finest That Flower Feeling ideas with us, and we'll send over some exclusive That Flower Feeling.Learn more at ThatFlowerFeeling.org

Today's guest, John Washko, is the Vice President of Sales & Marketing at Mohegan Sun, located in Mystic Country, CT. He embraces The Spirit of Aquai, which equates to the core values and the hospitality culture at Mohegan Sun. Listen to this interview to understand how John is such a natural fit to enliven the four key principles that define how this magnificent casino complex treats their guests and how their employees treat each other. 1. Welcoming 2. Mutual Respect 3. Cooperation 4. Building Relationships Through his leadership, the complex has achieved over 70% repeat booking of their large events. Respect and compliments to their Tribal Chief, Chief Mutáwi Mutáhash (Many Hearts) Marilynn "Lynn" Malerba for her leadership. To learn more about what it is like to work at Mohegan Sun and in the hospitality industry: https://backofhouse.tv For more about Mohegan Sun to accommodate a group or event: https://meetings.mohegansun.com More about John Washko: John Washko is the Vice President of Sales & Marketing at Mohegan Sun, located in Mystic Country, CT. In this role, he is responsible for leading the convention, meeting & expo sales team and marketing effort, setting the overall strategic direction and goals while achieving revenue targets for Mohegan Sun. Washko is a veteran in luxury hospitality sales and marketing with over 25 years of experience. Most recently, Washko was the Vice President of Group Marketing and Sales for Atlantis, Paradise Island. Prior to that role, Washko was Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Elite Meetings International, a hospitality marketing and technology company. Prior to that role, Washko was the Vice President of Sales and Marketing for the historic The Broadmoor in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Washko currently sits on HSMAI's Americas Board Executive Committee as Immediate Past Chair as well as the board of the Connecticut Convention & Sports Bureau. Past roles include chairing HSMAI's Resort Marketing Advisory Board. Additionally, for the Colorado Springs CVB, he chaired both the Board as well as the Marketing Committee. In 2010, Washko received The Resort Marketer of Year award from HSMAI; and in 2015, HSMAI recognized him as one of the Top 25 Extraordinary Minds in Sales & Marketing. Washko received his BS from James Madison University.  

On this episode I'm speaking with Brent Camp, a VP of Leasing at Asset Living. Brent has worked in the industry for over 14 years across student housing, lease-ups, value-add and repositions, active adult, affordable, and build-to-rent housing. At Asset Living, Brent leads the leasing and marketing initiatives for their conventional portfolio. He drives leasing performance and assists clients and operational leadership in evaluating marketing and sales performance at their communities. He's also a Certified Apartment Manager (CAM) and a member of the Zillow Rentals Product and Marketing Committee. In his past life, Brent was the co-founder and operator of Oaktopia Music Festival, recognized as Dallas' Best Festival in 2015 and 2016. When he's not in the office, Brent enjoys golfing, traveling with his wife and dog, and attending concerts. Related links for this episode: Asset Living - https://www.assetliving.com/ Brent on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/brent-camp/ Asset Living on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/asset-living/ Asset Living on IG - https://www.instagram.com/assetliving/ Loonshots by Safi Bahcall - https://amzn.to/3UnZS0e Be sure to support this podcast by subscribing and reviewing! Get on the list at https://transformingcities.io for future announcements. Brought to you by Authentic: https://authenticff.com © 2024 Authentic Form & Function

Dan O'Prey is Bakkt's Chief Product Officer. Dan most recently served as Chief Strategy Officer as part of the executive team at Digital Asset, creators of the Daml smart contract language. He was responsible for defining the corporate strategy and aligning the top-level product strategy, assisted with over $300 MM of financing, and oversaw marketing and communications across the firm. Dan joined Digital Asset as part of the acquisition of Hyperledger, the first permissioned distributed ledger platform, where he was co-founder and CEO. Dan then co-led the creation of Hyperledger at The Linux Foundation, where he participated at the board level since inception and was elected as the Chair of the Marketing Committee for 3 consecutive terms.Prior to Hyperledger, Dan was the cofounder and CEO of MadeiraCloud, a Sequoia Capital backed SaaS company for designing, monitoring and managing cloud infrastructure resources based in Beijing, China. The company later rebranded to HyperHQ and was acquired by Ant Financial. Dan is a frequent public speaker and co-created the Synchronize DLT and Crypto conference. He holds a BA in Business Management and Information Management from the Sheffield University Management School.In this conversation, we discuss:- Bitcoin ETF- Bitcoin in public markets- 2024 Outlook- Bakkt's key focus areas- Custody- Lightning Network- State of the market- Building in bear markets- Interoperable P2P commerce- Bakkt's partnership with UnchainedBakktWebsite: bakkt.comX: @BakktLinkedIn: BakktDan O'PreyX: @danopreyLinkedIn: Dan O'Prey ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------  This episode is brought to you by PrimeXBT.  PrimeXBT offers a robust trading system for both beginners and professional traders that demand highly reliable market data and performance. Traders of all experience levels can easily design and customize layouts and widgets to best fit their trading style. PrimeXBT is always offering innovative products and professional trading conditions to all customers.  PrimeXBT is running an exclusive promotion for listeners of the podcast. After making your first deposit, 50% of that first deposit will be credited to your account as a bonus that can be used as additional collateral to open positions.  Code: CRYPTONEWS50  This promotion is available for a month after activation. Click the link below:  PrimeXBT x CRYPTONEWS50 

PA Day on the Hill 2024 is just around the corner on February 21st, 2024! Listen to learn what topics are on the agenda for this day of advocacy, and learn how you can support yourself and other Minnesota PAs by sharing about our profession that day. We hope to see many of you there!  Learn more about PA Day on the Hill and register online here.Do you have questions about MAPA's legislative efforts or about PA Day on the Hill? Reach out by sending an email to mapa.advocate@gmail.com with your questions! You may also email Alannah directly at Alannah.Zheng@gmail.com Host: Katarina Astrup, MSPAS, PA-C is a telepsychiatry PA with Minnesota Clinic for Health and Wellness. She is a Director-At-Large for MAPA and serves on the Social Media and Marketing Committee. Guest: Alannah Zheng, MSPA, PA-C, CLC is an OBGYN PA with Allina Health. Within MAPA she serves as the chair of the Legislative & Reimbursement Committee, a Delegate to the AAPA HOD, and a committee member on the CME and Scholarship Committees. She is also a past Director-at-Large.

At the helm of The Parade Company since 2009, Tony Michaels is President & CEO of the iconic Detroit non-profit organization and served on its Board of Directors for over a decade. He leads some of Detroit's most storied traditions, including the near century-old America's Thanksgiving Parade presented by Gardner White and the world-class Ford Fireworks, which have both delighted generations of families and resulted in significant economic impact for the region. He has led major growth of The Parade Company with bringing on Gardner White as presenting sponsor of the parade through 2031, one of the oldest in the nation, and attracting top partners and sponsors of Michigan and global companies. He has expanded the broadcast to 185 television markets in the U.S., and under his leadership, the parade is recognized as the Best Holiday Parade in America by USA TODAY. In addition, The Parade Company produces several other Detroit jewels including the Strategic Staffing Solutions Turkey Trot and Hob Nobble Gobble presented by Ford Motor Company, among other year-round events. Tony is a distinguished Michigan business leader and has received a multitude of honors for championing initiatives. Most recently, Tony was named 2022 Michiganian of the Year by the Detroit News, received the 2022 Edward H. McNamara Goodfellow of the Year Award and the Spirit of Detroit Award from Detroit City Council. He is on the Board of Directors for the Detroit Economic Club and Henry Ford Hospital West Bloomfield, and an advisor to non-profit organizations and business and community leaders, including the Community Foundation of Greater Rochester and the Marketing Committee of the Detroit Zoo. He is of counsel to the Woodward Dream Cruise and Brand Advisor to the Detroit Jazz Festival. Previously, Tony was the CEO of Elias Brothers Restaurants from 1998 to 2000, and held that same position from 2001 to 2008 at the newly formed company, which he worked on developing called Big Boy Restaurants LLC. Tony took over Elias Brothers as the company was headed into financial trouble and successfully structured a deal that allowed for the company's assets to be purchased under new ownership. This plan resulted in the company experiencing significant growth, including preserving existing jobs and the disciplined creation of new positions that supported the local and national growth of the brand. During this time, a complete rebranding of the company also occurred. Nation's Restaurant News took notice and named Big Boy Restaurants, LLC as the exclusive winner of the “”Hot Again Concept”” award in 2007. Prior to 1998, he served as Chief Marketing Officer at the company. Tony is a graduate of Central Michigan University with a degree in Business Administration and Marketing. He and his wife Clarice reside in Rochester Hills and have three grown children. Connect with Jon Dwoskin: Twitter: @jdwoskin Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jonathan.dwoskin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejondwoskinexperience/ Website: https://jondwoskin.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jondwoskin/ Email: jon@jondwoskin.com Get Jon's Book: The Think Big Movement: Grow your business big. Very Big!   Connect with Tony Michaels: Website: www.theparade.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Parade-Company/161194990591639 Instagram: https://instagram.com/paradecompany/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/ParadeCo YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzNXA4pQjtyVERcRldrEPIA *E – explicit language may be used in this podcast.  

Our guest this week is Anish Melwani, Chairman and CEO of LVMH, North America. LVMH is the home to 75 distinguished Houses rooted in six different sectors and includes some of the most iconic global luxury brands including Louis Vuitton, Dior, Fendi, Tiffany, Bulgari, Sephora, and many more.We explore the differences between LVMH's North American business and the rest of the world, along with understanding  the connective tissue and values that run through all the brands. We dig into how heritage plays a key role in concert with creativity to ultimately makes each brand and the collective portfolio remarkable before exploring how the luxury market has evolved over the past decade, with a particular focus on the role of digital. We end by delving into the growing role of owned stores in the portfolio and how that intersects with the future of wholesale distribution.As usual we kick things off with our analysis of the week in retail news, including the US retail monthly sales report, some key drivers of disparate performance, Best Buy's complaints about "fun-flation", and what it all portends for the future. Then we move on to what to make of somewhat conflicting data on reported reductions in work-from-home and Amazon's related releasing of the Kraken against those that don't conform to the company's new policy. We wrap up with whether we believe Victoria's Secret can successfully bring sexy back. About AnishAnish Melwani is the Chairman & CEO, LVMH for North America. In this role, he oversees and coordinates the activities of the LVMH Group across 75+ Maisons. He sits on the board of directors for Fresh, Marc Jacobs, Colgin Cellars, Starboard Cruise Services and Tiffany & Co.Prior to joining LVMH in 2015, he was a Senior Partner in the New York Office of McKinsey and Company where he co-led the Global Strategy & Corporate Finance practice and supported clients across industries. At McKinsey since 1999, he counseled senior executives of leading global companies on issues related to corporate strategy, M&A, alliances, portfolio management and organization. He worked in McKinsey's Singapore and Hong Kong offices and was then relocated to the New York office, where he advised leaders of public sector institutions in New York City.Melwani is a member of the Council on Foreign Relations, the Board of the United Way of New York City where he serves on the Marketing Committee, and the National Retail Federation's Board of Directors. He holds a BA in Economics from Harvard University.About UsSteve Dennis is a strategic advisor, keynote speaker, and bestselling author of focused on growth, innovation, and the impact of digital disruption. He is widely considered one of the foremost and influential voices in the retail industry. You can learn more about Steve on his  website.  His #1 bestselling book Remarkable Retail: How To Win & Keep Customers in the Age of Disruption is available at  Amazon or just about anywhere else books are sold. Steve regularly shares his insights in his role as a Forbes senior contributor and on Twitter and LinkedIn. You can also check out his speaker "sizzle" reel here.Michael LeBlanc  is the Founder & President of M.E. LeBlanc & Company Inc and a Senior Advisor to Retail Council of Canada as part of his advisory and consulting practice.   He brings 25+ years of brand/retail/marketing & eCommerce leadership experience, and has been on the front lines of retail industry change for his entire career.  Michael is the producer and host of a network of leading podcasts including Canada's top retail industry podcast,       The Voice of Retail, plus  Global eCommerce Leaders podcast, and The Food Professor  with Dr. Sylvain Charlebois.    You can learn more about Michael   here  or on     LinkedIn. Be sure and check out Michael's latest venture for fun and influencer riches - Last Request Barbecue,  his YouTube BBQ cooking channel! 

Today I'm talking to Beth McDonough, my partner in Stepfamily Magazine, which includes the Stepmom Summit, the Stepfamily Circle Membership, and our upcoming Stepmom Retreat (we still have one spot for you if you're looking for a getaway!). In this episode, you'll get a sneak peek into how we work, as we shoot the breeze talking about all the things - especially what we'd go back and tell our younger selves as new stepmoms. About Beth: Beth McDonough is a badass stepmom coach and happens to be my business partner over at Stepfamily Magazine. We started our partnership when we co-founded The Stepmom Summit a few years ago and have been working together ever since to create more resources for stepfamilies. Beth runs The Inclusive Stepmom, where she takes stepmoms from hopeless to happy through 1:1 and group coaching and courses.  Her work has been featured in NPR, Good Morning America, SheKnows Parenting, BabyCenter, Bustle, Romper, Mom2.0, and ParentMap. The Inclusive Stepmom was also named one of the best stepparenting blogs by Healthline in 2020. Beth has a Master of Arts degree in English Literature from Gannon University in Erie, PA. Currently, she works as the Director of Content at digital marketing agency &Marketing and serves on the Marketing Committee for the Crawford County Housing Coalition. YOU CAN FIND BETH: On her website, theinclusivestepmom.com Instagram: @theinclusivestepmom Facebook: @theinclusivestepmom LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: The 2023 Stepmom Retreat [November 9-11, St. George, Utah] Stepfamily Magazine The Stepfamily Circle Membership Are you enjoying The Stepmom Diaries? If so, please consider rating and reviewing the show. It will help me reach more stepmoms just like you so they can get MORE out of stepmom life! It's super easy – all you have to do is click HERE and scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “write a review.” Then just let me know what you like best! And the best part about leaving a review? If you send me a screenshot of your review, I'll send YOU my 20-minute Stepmom Self-Care Blueprint. For FREE. It's normally $49 and it's a great tool to quickly set up a self-care plan you'll actually use. Just head HERE to send me your screenshot and grab your blueprint!

Listen for an update from MAPA's Legislative Committee members about the recently passed legislative changes that occurred over the past few years, including the PA Modernization Act and the PA Harmonization Act. You'll also hear what the Legislative Committee is currently working on in regards to the PA Compact as well as PAs working in mental health. Learn what you can do to advocate for our PA profession such as joining us for PA Day on the Hill! Do you have questions about MAPA's legislative efforts or about becoming involved with MAPA's Legislative Committee? Reach out by sending an email to mapa.advocate@gmail.com with your questions!Guests: Leslie Clayton DMSc, PA-C, DFAAPA is the current Program Director of Advanced Practice Providers for M Health Fairview. She has been in practice for over 25 years with the majority spent in primary care. In addition to clinical practice, and administrative leadership, she is also an adjunct assistant professor at Saint Catherine University Master of PA Studies Program.  PA Clayton currently serves on the Board of Directors for the American Academy of Physician Associates as the First Vice-Speaker of the House of Delegates.  She has served the MN Academy as a past president and legislative co-chair, as well as several other committees.  She remains a legislative committee member to continue to support the ongoing advocacy efforts on behalf of the PA profession. Becky Ness, PA-C, MPAS, DFAAPA is a nephrology PA with Mayo Clinic Health System, SWMN, current MAPA legislative committee member, former legislative committee co-chair, former MAPA president, and former MAPA HOD/chief delegate.  Alannah Zheng, MSPA, PA-C, CLC is an OBGYN PA with Allina Health. Within MAPA she serves as the chair of the Legislative & Reimbursement Committee, a Delegate to the AAPA HOD, and a committee member on the CME and Scholarship Committees. She is a past Director-at-Large. Host: Katarina Astrup, MSPAS, PA-C is a telepsychiatry PA with Minnesota Clinic for Health and Wellness. She is a Director-At-Large for MAPA and serves on the Social Media and Marketing Committee. 

Today we chatted with Linda Cook, GMCF's Marketing Committee Chair. In our conversation, we found out about Linda's marketing and PR role while working for General Motors, her years as Chief of Staff and Director of Community Relations at Kansas State University, and her motivations for getting involved with GMCF.GMCFCFAs

Episode 345: Rachel Brown is the Executive Director of Visit Durango. In her role, she leads the team of tourism marketing and sustainability experts at the award-winning Destination Management & Marketing Organization (DMMO) for southwest Colorado's most visited region. Rachel has over ten years of experience in tourism marketing and has held director positions at Visit Fisherman's Wharf, San Francisco, and Visit Oakland. She has earned a Global Sustainable Tourism Council Certification, sits on the Board of Directors of the Colorado Tourism Office, and is the Chair of the Marketing Committee for the Colorado Tourism Office. Rachel has always had a passion for travel and tourism and has visited over 40 countries on six continents. On this episode of Destination on the Left, I talk with Rachel Brown about sustainable tourism and the ways that Visit Durango is supporting sustainability throughout the community. She shares why they created a new organizational structure and moved from being a Destination Marketing Organization to a Destination Marketing and Management Organization. What You Will Learn in this Episode: Why Destination Management Organizations (DMOs) need to take action and address sustainability issues Opportunities and challenges faced by DMOs during the COVID-19 pandemic, including the need to shift towards a sustainability stewardship approach and the importance of effective communication Rachel shares the benefits of building partnerships and discusses how they got Durango included in the Colorado Historic Hot Springs Loop The advantages of having an in-house marketing team for a DMO including agility, adaptability, and cost savings Why they transitioned from a destination marketing organization to a destination marketing and management organization, and their triple bottom line approach (planet, people, profit) in destination management Recognizing the Triple Bottom Line Approach Rachel shares how the shift to sustainable destination management has brought so many benefits to Durango. It has helped alleviate the negative impact of over-tourism, ensured the preservation of natural resources, and enhanced the local community's quality of life. By prioritizing sustainability, Durango has become a more desirable destination for socially and environmentally conscious travelers, attracting visitors who appreciate and support responsible tourism practices. Visit Durango also recognized the need to adopt a triple-bottom-line approach to sustainability, encompassing environmental, social, and economic factors. While DMOs have traditionally focused on the profit aspect, Visit Durango is committed to prioritizing environmental conservation, supporting local communities, and creating a balance between the three aspects. Shifting from Marketing to Stewardship Rachel shares more about why Visit Durango launched the Care for Durango stewardship campaign to embrace sustainable destination management. This initiative aims to educate visitors and residents about responsible tourism practices and encourage them to actively participate in preserving Durango's natural beauty and cultural heritage. Creative Partnerships We also discuss how Visit Durango came to be included in the Colorado Historic Hot Springs Loop. Although they initially met with resistance, Visit Durango worked tirelessly to join the group of popular destinations, and their inclusion, along with other local hot springs, has resulted in increased collaboration and marketing opportunities for all. The inclusion in the Colorado Historic Hot Springs Loop showcases the stunning natural landscapes and the healing power of hot springs and highlights Durango as a must-visit destination in Southwest Colorado. Resources: Website: https://www.durango.org/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/durango-area-tourism-office/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/visitdurango Twitter: https://twitter.com/VisitDurango Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/visitdurango/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnkW638LvBVY7BEVjOaUWjg FacebookTwitterLinkedInPinterestEmail

PAs have several qualities that make them excellent leaders. In fact, if you're a PA, you're already a leader for your patients, the medical staff, and the admin staff that you work with. Meghan and Aaron are PAs who lead hundreds of APPs within their healthcare organizations. In this episode, we discuss how they got to where they are and what recommendations they would have for any of you interested in pursuing a leadership role as a PA. Guests: Aaron Browne, PA-C is the Vice President of APP Services at M Health Fairview and practices in urgent care.  Meghan McCoy, PA-C is the Director of Advanced Practice Providers at Hennepin Healthcare and practices in ENT.  Host: Katarina Astrup, PA-C practices telepsychiatry through Minnesota Clinic for Health and Wellness, serves on MAPA's Social Media and Marketing Committee, and is a Director-At-Large for MAPA.  Do you have questions about being a PA leader? Reach out to Meghan or Aaron:  Meghan McCoy, PA-C: meghan.mccoy@hcmed.org  Aaron Browne, PA-C: aaron.browne@fairview.org 

Welcome to The Voice of Retail podcast. I'm producer & host Michael LeBlanc, and this podcast is produced in conjunction with the Retail Council of Canada. Veteran retailer, entrepreneur, investor and friend of the pod David Lui is back this episode with his new business partner, Canadian retail legend Joe Mimran in an exclusive interview to talk about buying Vancouver's Kit & Ace, a retailer with an origin story that goes back almost a decade to it's founding by Lululemon lead designer Shannon Wilson and son JJ Wilson.   We talk about their impression of the brand today, what makes it great, and growth plans for this innovative apparel retailer.  About DavidDavid Lui is an accomplished global brand and entrepreneurial leader.With a wealth of experience in leading complex retail, digital and consumer environments, his impressive portfolio includes developing global award-winning marketing campaigns, scaling online e-commerce brands, and being named CEO of the twelfth Fastest Growing Company in Canada's PROFIT100, First for Fastest-Growing Company in British Columbia, Canada, winner of the BDC Young Entrepreneur Award, and a Business in Vancouver Forty under 40. In 2022, he was also ranked 11th in the Global CEO Award.David has significantly impacted the retail industry and community through his involvement as an investor and board member. He has served on the Board and Governance Committee for Hypertension Canada, the Retail Leadership Committee for the Canadian Marketing Association, the Marketing Advisory Committee for the Retail Council of Canada, and as a Board Member and Chair of the Marketing Committee for Theatre Calgary. He holds an MBA from the Ivey Business School at Western University.About JoeJoe Mimran is a leading contributor to the fashion and design industry and is best-known for creating a succession of visionary brands and retail concepts, including Club Monaco, Caban, Joe Fresh, Joe Fresh Beauty and Alfred Sung. Recognized universally as having a sharp eye, impeccable attention to detail, and insight into emerging trends, Joe is always on the forefront of what's next. Joe is also an avid investor and champions exceptional entrepreneurs. Joe also stars on the popular CBC show, Dragons Den, now in its 12th season.Chronology of entrepreneurial ventures:In 1978 Joe co-founded a manufacturing apparel business in Toronto Canada.In 1980 the Company launched the Alfred Sung brand which achieved immediate consumer acceptance and success. While the company controlled the design and manufacturing of the women's collection the company embarked on expanding the brand into a myriad of consumer products under license. In 2013 Joe sold his interest.In 1985 Joe founded Club Monaco, a vertical retail concept known for its distinctive minimalistic style and monochromatic palette. Club Monaco instantly became a cult brand that grew to over 150 stores in Canada, US, and Asia.In 2000, Club Monaco and Caban it's home products lifestyle concept, were purchased by Ralph Lauren, marking Ralph Lauren's first-ever acquisition.In 2001 Joe created Joseph Mimran and Associates. a consulting practice that has serviced numerous high profile international retailers, including Holt Renfrew, Saks Fifth Avenue, Woolworths, South Africa, Coles a major food retailer in Australia and Loblaws, Staples US and Kroger.In 2003 Joe created a range of home products for Loblaws under the Presidents Choice brands.In 2006 Joe created the Joe Fresh concept for Loblaws. He oversaw the brand's design and retail concepts, and made it the country's second largest apparel brand in dollars and units, with a vision of well-designed, well-priced clothes for a broad audience. Joe Fresh is sold in over 350 Loblaw stores in Canada and abroad.In addition to PC home in 2009 to Joe was also responsible for general merchandise products including the design, sourcing and presentation of all the GM private label brands.Joe retired from his position as Creative Director of Joe Fresh and General Merchandise in 2014.In 2019, Joe created and introduced gry mattr, a beautiful collection of home and office accessories that live at the intersection of work and life. Intelligently designed, globally inspired - and smartly priced. livegrymattr.comJoe's community efforts have included Chairman of the Fashion Design Council of Canada and honorary Chairman of the inaugural Canadian Arts and Fashion Awards. Joe has been the recipient of many industry awards including the Canadian Style Award and the lifetime achievement award by the Design Exchange. in 2015, Joe was inducted into Canada's Marketing Legends Hall of Fame. A patron of the arts, Mimran's philanthropic activities include support of the Art Gallery of Ontario, the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts, New Museum, New York and is a Luminaire for Luminato Arts Festival.An avid traveler and art collector, Joe divides his time between Toronto and New York and is the father of four wonderful children. About Michael Michael is the Founder & President of M.E. LeBlanc & Company Inc. and a Senior Advisor to Retail Council of Canada and the Bank of Canada as part of his advisory and consulting practice. He brings 25+ years of brand/retail/marketing & eCommerce leadership experience with Levi's, Black & Decker, Hudson's Bay, Today's Shopping Choice and Pandora Jewellery.   Michael has been on the front lines of retail industry change for his entire career. He has delivered keynotes, hosted fire-side discussions with C-level executives and participated worldwide in thought leadership panels. ReThink Retail has added Michael to their prestigious Top Global Retail Influencers list for 2023 for the third year in a row. Michael is also the president of Maven Media, producing a network of leading trade podcasts, including Canada's top retail industry podcast, The Voice of Retail. He produces and co-hosts Remarkable Retail with best-selling author Steve Dennis, now ranked one of the top retail podcasts in the world. Based in San Francisco, Global eCommerce Leaders podcast explores global cross-border issues and opportunities for eCommerce brands and retailers. Last but not least, Michael is the producer and host of the "Last Request Barbeque" channel on YouTube, where he cooks meals to die for - and collaborates with top brands as a food and product influencer across North America. 

On this episode of the podcast Jeff and Tricia speak with Allie Cornejo who is a High School Librarian/Lead Librarian in Harlingen, TX. She is chair of the TLA Public Relations and Marketing Committee, as well as chair for TASL's Legislative and Advocacy Committee, and co-hosts the Libraries Transform Texas Podcast. She is an enthusiast of YA lIt and graphic novels, and can often be found reading them late into the night with her booklight. Ready to connect with this week's guest? Twitter - @allie_cornejo, Instagram & Facebook - @alliethelibrarian More about Libraries Transform Texas: https://txla.org/tools-resources/libraries-transform-texas/ Books recommended on this episode Miss Quinces: A Graphic Novel The Weight of Blood Indivisible BookTubers Recommended Hailey in Bookland Jesse The Reader Learn more about Shifting Schools www.shiftingschools.com

Today's episode focuses on two innovative ways to do Story Walks. A Story Walk is a fun activity where pages from a children's book are printed and placed in displays along a walkable path at a park, school, or neighborhood. In today's episode, Katherine Counterman of TLA's PR and Marketing Committee, interviews Haley Nye Phillips, outreach librarian at Denton Public Library and Megan Farve, Outreach Librarian at McKinney Public Library. Haley discusses the Story Walk program she brought to Denton Square, the downtown courthouse square in Denton and Megan talks about the “Choose Your Own Adventure” Storywalk she created in McKinney.

Passive programming ideas are something every librarian needs. Passive programming encompasses a variety of types of programs that allow students to participate on their own, at any time. It might mean an array of board games or giant Jenga or checkers at the library, or make and take kits students can bring home.  In this episode, Katherine Counterman, an elementary school librarian in Katy ISD and a member of TLA's PR and Marketing Committee, interviews Melinda Lanham, lead librarian of Belton ISD and librarian at Belton New Tech High School. We'll also hear from Noel Hill, a teacher and librarian at Calhoun Middle School in Denton ISD. We're excited for you to hear their ideas.

In our latest podcast episode, we have the honour of conversing with Christine Pope, a Naturopath and Nutritionist who is a renowned authority in the field of natural medicine. Christine has played a crucial role in the establishment and execution of Natural Medicine Week, and we're thrilled to have her share her vast expertise and perspectives with our audience of health practitioners.Christine shares valuable information on the 2023 agenda for the event and the many benefits that practitioners can reap from participating. Listen in as Christine shares how some practitioners have leveraged Natural Medicine Week which has resulted in steady increases in their business. If you want to learn how to get involved, you don't want to miss this episode. Join us as we delve into the fascinating world of natural medicine and the incredible contributions of Christine and her team at the ATMS.About Christine:Christine Pope is a Naturopath and Nutritionist based at Elemental Health at St Ives in Sydney Her practice is focussed on chronic disease and healthy ageing and she is the author of Ageing Outrageously, an eight part online program. For the past six years Christine has served as an ATMS Director and Treasurer as well as Chair of the Marketing Committee. Her focus has been on improving the awareness of natural medicine and assisting practitioners to build successful and busy clinics. To this end she has rolled out two separate initiatives, Natural Medicine Week, which this year had over 3.9 million views on social media and Transition to Practice, a face to face event to assist students and recent graduates in building their practice.Connect with Christine: Website: christinepopenutritionist.comLike what you hear? Be sure to leave us a review on your favourite podcast app! Shownotes and references available on your local Designs for health website www.designsforhealth.com.au Register as a Designs for Health Practitioner and discover quality practitioner only supplements at www.designsforhealth.com.auFollow us on SocialsInstagram: DesignsforhealthausFacebook: DesignsforhealthausDISCLAIMER: The Information provided in the Wellness by Designs podcast is for educational purposes only; the information presented is not intended to be used as medical advice; please seek the advice of a qualified healthcare professional if what you have heard here today raises questions or concerns relating to your health available on your local Designs for health website www.designsforhealth.com.au  

Natalie Armstrong-Motin is the author of "The Essential Guide to Marketing Your ADR Practice," and a renowned speaker on successful marketing strategies in the resolution and legal industry. She and her company, Marketing Resolution, have designed and developed hundreds of business development plans and marketing strategies for private practices, firms, educational institutions, authors, organizations, and associations around the world. Natalie has also held various prestigious positions, including Vice President of the Southern California Mediation Association, a member of the Board of the London Club, and Vice-Chair on the Marketing Committee for the American Bar Association's Dispute Resolution Section. She provides free marketing seminars on YouTube, LinkedIn, and Twitter and founded the Will Work For Food initiative, raising over $300k for food banks worldwide.

Greg Kihlstrom is a speaker, author, advisor, and strategy expert.With a background in digital marketing, Greg brings experience from that background along with his experience in the customer experience world to help companies up their game.Some of the gems Greg shares:Understanding intrinsic and extrinsic motivators to unlock discretionary employee effortWhy everyone must have a line of sight to the customer4 qualifiers for meaningful measurement…and a whole lot more.Meet Greg Greg Kihlström is a best-selling author, speaker, and entrepreneur, currently an advisor and consultant to top companies on marketing technology, customer experience, and digital transformation initiatives as Principal and Chief Strategist at GK5A. He is also the host of The Agile Brand with Greg Kihlström podcast. He is a two-time CEO and Co-Founder, growing both companies organically and through acquisitions, and ultimately leading both to be acquired (one in 2017, and the other in 2021). He has worked with some of the world's top brands, including Adidas, Choice Hotels, Coca-Cola, Dell, FedEx, HP, Marriott, MTV, Starbucks, Toyota, and VMware. He earned his MBA from Quantic School of Business and Technology and is a member of the School of Marketing Faculty at the Association of National Advertisers. He currently serves on the University of Richmond's Customer Experience Advisory Board and the Workhouse Arts Foundation Board as Chair of the Marketing Committee. Greg was the founding Chair of the American Advertising Federation's National Innovation Committee and served on the Virginia Tech Pamplin College of Business Marketing Mentorship Advisory Board.  Greg is Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certified, is an Agile Certified Coach (ICP-ACC), and holds a certification in Business Agility (ICP-BAF). Greg has had multiple best-selling books, including his Agile Brand Guides series on marketing technology platforms and practices. His eleventh and most recent book, House of the Customer (2023) discusses the 1:1 personalized customer experience of the future, and how brands can organize the people, processes, and platforms that enable it. Meaningful Measurement of the Customer Experience (2022), provides guidance on how to create a customer-centric culture that prioritizes customer needs while aligning internal teams around a common goal. His award-winning podcast, The Agile Brand with Greg Kihlström, launched in early 2019, discusses brand strategy, marketing, and customer experience with some of the world's leading experts and leaders.Greg is a contributing writer to Fast Company, Forbes, MarTech, and CMSWire, and has been featured in publications such as Advertising Age and The Washington Post. Greg has been named a 2022 Top 10 Marketing and Customer Experience Thought Leader by Thinkers 360, was named one of ICMI's Top 25 CX Thought Leaders two years in a row, and a DC Inno 50 on Fire as a DC trendsetter in Marketing. Subscribe to The Delighted Customer Podcast so you don't miss an episode: https://www.empoweredcx.com/podcast Subscribe to The Delighted Customer Newsletter for practical tips and insights: https://www.empoweredcx.com/delightedcustomersnewsletter

Alvin and German conduct a great conversation with Temple University's Senior Director of Communications Deirdre Childress Hopkins.'81. She also served as the Director of Public Relations for Visit Philadelphia where she served as the communications representative for Latinx, African American, LGBTQ, and Canadian tourism markets. Before these roles she was the Strategic Communications Manager for the $1.3 billion Pennsylvania Convention Center. She is a former journalist who worked at The Philadelphia Inquirer, The Washington Post, The Los Angeles Daily News, and United Press International. A lifelong learner, she received her Master of Science in Strategic Communication from Temple University. Her community service includes the 2016 Philadelphia DNC's Communications Working Group, 2015 Communications and Marketing Committee for the World Meeting of Families and Papal Visit in Philadelphia, and the social media team for the Pennsylvania Conference for Women. While at Colgate she received the President's Award, wrote for the Colgate Maroon, and was a founding member of the Colgate Basketball cheerleading team. She received her Bachelor of Arts in English/Fine Arts.

How to take what you learned at EXPO and maximize its benefit. Learn about growth from the Expert! Brandon Pierpont is the Founder & Owner of Painter Marketing Pros, the Creator & Host of The Painter Marketing Mastermind Podcast, and a proud member of both the Painting Contractor Association's Marketing Committee and the PCA Speaker Bureau. Brandon has written two books dedicated to helping painting company owners grow their businesses, and he is a #1 Amazon best-selling author.

SEASON: 2 EPISODE: 14Episode Overview:Between consumer demands for more personalized and greater data privacy and competitive pressures to provide better omni-channel customer experiences, brands are faced with a dilemma. Build the foundation for the future of customer relationships or lose relevancy in a crowded market. Doing this, however, is not without its challenges.While many enterprises are engaged in digital transformations in order to modernize and anticipate future changes, these efforts are often fraught with challenges and many fail to deliver the results promised. To help us understand how to create a world-class customer experience, is bestselling author, speaker, and consultant, Greg Kihlström. Guest Bio: Greg Kihlström is a best-selling author, speaker, and entrepreneur, currently an advisor and consultant to top companies on marketing technology, customer experience, and digital transformation initiatives as Principal and Chief Strategist at GK5A. He is also the host of The Agile Brand with Greg Kihlström podcast. He has worked with some of the world's top brands, including Adidas, Choice Hotels, Coca-Cola, Dell, FedEx, HP, Marriott, MTV, Starbucks, Toyota, and VMware. He earned his MBA from Quantic School of Business and Technology and is a member of the School of Marketing Faculty at the Association of National Advertisers. He currently serves on the University of Richmond's Customer Experience Advisory Board and the Workhouse Arts Foundation Board as Chair of the Marketing Committee. Greg has had multiple best-selling books, including his Agile Brand Guides series on marketing technology platforms and practices. His eleventh and most recent book, House of the Customer (2023) discusses the 1:1 personalized customer experience of the future, and how brands can organize the people, processes, and platforms that enable it. Meaningful Measurement of the Customer Experience (2022), provides guidance on how to create a customer-centric culture that prioritizes customer needs while aligning internal teams around a common goal. His award-winning podcast, The Agile Brand with Greg Kihlström, launched in early 2019, discusses brand strategy, marketing, and customer experience with some of the world's leading experts and leaders.Greg is a contributing writer to Fast Company, Forbes, MarTech, and CMSWire, and has been featured in publications such as Advertising Age and The Washington Post. Greg has been named a 2022 Top 10 Marketing and Customer Experience Thought Leader by Thinkers 360, was named one of ICMI's Top 25 CX Thought Leaders two years in a row, and a DC Inno 50 on Fire as a DC trendsetter in Marketing. He's participated as a keynote speaker and panelist at industry events around the world including Internet Week New York, Internet Summit, DigiMarCon, Digital Summit, EventTech, MarTech, SMX Social Media, and VMworld. He has guest lectured at several colleges and universities including VCU Brandcenter, Georgetown University, Duke University, American University, University of Maryland, Howard University, and Virginia Tech.Resource Links:Website: https://www.gregkihlstrom.com Product Link:

ROSE PRUNING: MAKING ORDER OUT OF CHAOS   We hear all the time that one of the scariest things for rosarians to do is prune a rose. I will also say that there is a lot of misleading information floating around about pruning roses. So today Gaye Hammond is here to dispel the myths and get us on the right track. Even a 30+ years rose-growing veteran learned a thing or two during this interview! So, don't miss it!   ABOUT GAYE HAMMOND: Gaye is a life member and patron of the American Rose Society and serves on the Marketing Committee of the national organization. Gaye is also the study liaison between the Houston Rose Society and the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service in connection with Earth - Kind® Rose Research – the largest environmental rose research study done in the U.S.   Gaye is an entertaining speaker and an avid writer of more than 300 articles that have been published in local, state, national and international magazines and newspapers. She has co-authored a peer-reviewed journal article on Earth-Kind Roses published in 2009 in Floriculture & Ornamental Biotechnology, a chapter in The Sustainable Rose Garden, and authored a chapter in the book, Gulf Coast Gardening. Her photography has appeared on the cover of HortScience (December 2010) and she was awarded the cover story for the September 2011 issue of Parks & Recreation Magazine. ROSE CHAT TEAM:   Executive Producer & On-Air Personality: Chris VanCleave - www.RedneckRosarian.com Creator of the Rose Chat Podcast. Mr. VanCleave is a nationally known rosarian, television personality, speaker and advocate for the rose.   Content Creator & On-Air Personality: Teresa Byington - www.TheGardenDiary.com Co-Host Teresa Byington promotes roses as an integral part of the landscape, as a Consulting Rosarian, Master Gardener, writer, and speaker.   SUBSCRIBE: Subscribe to Rose Chat Podcast Updates: http://bit.ly/subscribeROSE

This episode features Holden Brooks, Partner at McGuireWoods LLP; Co-Chair, Marketing Committee, ABA Antitrust Law Section. Here, she discusses important antitrust compliance issues & trends in healthcare she is watching from an antitrust practice perspective.

A Little About Natalie Armstrong:Natalie Armstrong is the author of “The Essential Guide to Marketing Your ADR Practice”. She is frequently invited to speak around the globe on the successful marketing strategies of the resolution and legal industry. As a consultant to many of the premier providers in the ADR industry, Natalie Armstrong and her company, Marketing Resolution, have designed and developed hundreds of business development plans and marketing strategies for private practices, firms, educational institutions, authors, organizations, and associations around the world.Natalie has received certificates in both Mediation and Arbitration from the Institute of Conflict Management and International Mediation from both Tulane University School of Law and Humboldt University School of Law in Berlin Germany. She has received nearly 150 hours of training in numerous national and international mediation, arbitration, and communication courses. Mrs. Armstrong-Motin's professional education background is in conflict resolution, sociology, and criminal psychology. Natalie was Vice President of the Southern California Mediation Association and Chair of the Membership Committee, a member of the Board of the London Club, and has served on the Board of the California Dispute Resolution Council. For the American Bar Association's Dispute Resolution Section, she served as Vice-Chair of the Practice Development Committee, as the Co-Chair of the Standing Committee for Practice, Business and Skills Development, and is currently a Vice-Chair of the Marketing Committee.Natalie Armstrong is the founder of the Will Work For Food initiative bringing timely topics to attorneys, mediators, and arbitrators each week and raising money for food banks worldwide (more than $270k to date).Connect with Natalie Armstrong:WebsiteLinkedInYouTubeWill Work for Food Connect with  your host, JP:TwitterInstagramFacebookWebsiteShow:LinkedInEmail:  jpmcavoy@conductlaw.comPhone:  1-833-890-8878THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSOR:Conduct Law

Alexandra Cornejo, chair of the TLA PR & Marketing Committee, and Library Media Specialist at the Harlingen School of Health Professions, interviews Karina Quilantan-Garza, TLA's Librarian of the Year. Karina is the Library Media Specialist at Jaime Escalante Middle School in Pharr-San Juan- Alamo ISD. They discuss advocating for their students in the Rio Grande Valley, setting up a gaming club to teach creativity and connectivity through tabletop games, card games and esports, and why sharing their students' stories is so important.

In this episode, Nikki Gal and her guest Courtney Noelle dig into various topics surrounding mental health, choosing career paths, the realness of functional nutrition, your inner child, as well as the journey among self-help. Courtney Noelle is a 2x entrepreneur, speaker, educator and podcast host. She also serves as a Certified Functional Nutrition Counselor as well as an Advanced Functional Nutrition Practitioner in training. Courtney teaches health-conscious women how to feel in control of their body by identifying and healing the root-cause of their mental, physical, and emotional symptoms. Taking to the stage, Courtney educates individuals on the importance and art of listening to one's body and what it's trying to tell them, how to create a happy and healthy lifestyle, and how to feel confident and empowered in their own skin. Courtney is also an active mental health advocate living with Bipolar Disorder 2 and serves on the Marketing Committee of her local NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) chapter in Findlay, Ohio. @themindfulnessnutritionist @rooted.mindfulness courtney-noelle.com

Join my amazing conversation with Amplify Credit Union's director of marketing: Felicia Morales.Felicia Morales is currently the Director of Marketing at Amplify Credit Union. She develops, manages, and executes marketing strategies that drive production and engagement for the credit union and member facing teams. Her team supports efforts credit-union wide, partnering with other departments within Amplify to help drive production, efficiency, and growth. She also serves as the Board President for Financial Health Pathways and on the Board of Directors and Marketing Committee for the Austin Young Chamber. She balances her work by spending time with family and volunteering. She's passionate about supporting Latinas, ending homelessness, building bridges to home affordability, and supporting those experiencing mental illness within the Central Texas Community.Special thanks you to Marcus for podcast music Sunday Coffee. You can reach him at: https://linktr.ee/mrcxsIf you like to be a sponsor, send email request to: livingthelifepodcast2020@gmail.comSubscribe and share and like:IG: @livingthelifepodcastFB Page: Living the Life Podcast Twitter: LTLpodcast2020Website: https://livingthelifepodcast.buzzsprout.com/Support the showNwanneka Tesy is the Host and Creator of Living the Life Podcast

Panel interview with rural medicine PAs in celebration of National Rural Health Day.Moderator: Katerina Astrup, MSPAS, PA-C, telepsychiatry PA, MAPA Social Media and Marketing Committee volunteer, and host of the PA the FI Way podcast.Panelists:Alexis White, PA-C, Essential Health Elder Care, Virginia, MNBrenda Bullerman, PA-C, Hendricks Community Hospital Association, Hendricks, MN

Keith Recker is a color poet and you will hear that immediately when listening to this conversation, even if it's not all roses we talk about. Keith does not refrain from talking about how color continues to create political and social divides and often triggers consumers into buying promises not kept by brands. The mission of his latest book Deep Color is to indeed reveal the misperceptions on color and to disclose the truth about each color in the spectrum.  Not all that is white is clean, simple and pure.. Keith Recker brings 35 years of adventuresome, insightful, multicultural experience in marketing, merchandising, trend and color forecasting, and content development to his role as Editor in Chief and Co-Owner of TABLE Magazine. With strong roots in food and drink, TABLE also explores travel, interior design, fashion and jewelry, and other facets of modern living, in both print and digital formats. Recker is the founder and editor of HAND/EYE Magazine, a print and online publication whose 10 issues cultivated a global following. The magazine profiles forward-looking creators, faraway cultures, ancient craft traditions, and cutting-edge design.  HAND/EYE saw humankind's creative future as handmade, which demands attention the struggle of artisans to earn decent livelihoods through preservation of ancient traditions, innovation of new ones, exploration of new markets, and educating the consuming public about the cultural and economic importance of their work. HAND/EYE is on a pause right now, but ripe for rebirth.Recker is also a trend and color forecaster whose almost 20-year client list includes global influencers Pantone, WGSN, Stylus, Color Association of the United States (CAUS), and more. For 16 years, Recker has been creative director of Pantone's annual home publication, PANTONE View Home. For eight years he was on WGSN's global trend and color team. He serves on the CAUS home forecasting committee.The revised second edition of his book, True Colors: World Masters of Natural Dyes and Pigments (Thrums Books) was released in September 2020, with chapters already excerpted in London-based Selvedge Magazine, NY Textile Month Journal, and reviewed in many more, including Metropolis. He is co-author of PANTONE: The Twentieth Century in Color (Chronicle, 2012), published in eight languages. His new book, Deep Color: The Shades That Shape Our Souls, debuts in September 2022.  His writing on color and culture has been published by the Studio Museum of Harlem (catalog essay about Stephen Burks), Museum of Art and Design (catalog essay about African craft and its messages about the future), Brooklyn Rail (comparing the work of potter Alex Matisse with the performance work of Marina Abramovic), The Santa Fe New Mexican, and more.He has also worked in the non-profit world as a director of consumer marketing at CARE International and executive director at Aid to Artisans (as well as a board member and volunteer for 22 years). Through his involvement with Aid to Artisans, he has worked side by side with artisans from 50 countries. He has served on the boards of Art in General, Chez Bushwick, as founding chair of The Quiet in the Land (a project which brought leading contemporary artists into communities in the developing world) , and the International Folk Art Market, where he was also pro bono creative director and head of the Marketing Committee from 1996-2020. 

It's Episode 3 of Season 2 of the CMO's Guide to China Marketing and it's another fascinating deep dive into China marketing with a leading expert working at the front lines of driving business growth in China.In this episode, we chat with Kirsten Johnston, the founder, and CEO of JWDK, an innovative and trailblazing brand design firm specializing in cultural and place identity in China. JWDK partners with property developers and investors to create great place visions and to tell cultural brand stories that connect people to the places they love. Their clients include international property developers, state-owned developers, investment firms, asset managers, and local governments in China.Kirsten herself is a hugely experienced and respected design and branding professional and business leader. She set up her design firm in London in 2003 before expanding it to Shanghai and Hong Kong in 2015. Under her leadership, JWDK has won more than 30 international awards for its brand strategy and design work, particularly in the property and place branding sector. Kirsten's mission is to deliver effective design that has a positive social and economic impact in China.In addition to her work as CEO & Founder of JWDK, Kirsten sits on the Executive Board for the British Chamber of Commerce Shanghai and is the Chair of its Creative Industries and Marketing Committee.  You can follow Kirsten via LinkedIn.Visit the JWDK website to learn more about their work.Or follow them on Instagram @_jwdk Don't forget to check out Brandigo's brand new website dedicated to all things China marketing. You can find it at www.brandigochina.comJoin us on LinkedInOr follow us on Instagram @brandigo_chinaEnjoy the episode!

This week Charli talks with Tim Merkel about taking pump technology into the cloud Timothy Merkel has been involved in the water and wastewater industry for over 20 years with a focus on building partnerships in the wastewater business with distributors, vendors, and other key relationships across the industry.  He has served as Secretary / Treasurer for the Submersible Wastewater Pumping Association (SWPA) in the past and is currently the Chairman of the Marketing Committee for the organization.  Timothy got his start in the water and wastewater market at Conery Mfg Inc in Ashland, Ohio in 2003; eventually serving as the National Sales Manager there followed by serving as the Engineered Sales Manager at Topp Industries in Rochester, Indiana from 2011-2017.Since 2018, Timothy has served as the Business Development Manager at Metropolitan Industries in Romeoville, Illinois.  Operating out of Ashland, Ohio, he continues to travel the United States in support of Metropolitan Industries including the East Coast branch of Emmons Metro located in Albany, New York.Interview starts @ 7:56Lets Get Social #ManufacturingMonday: DFTDFT® Inc. manufactures world class, problem solving, in-line, axial flow, nozzle style, silent check valves and severe service control valves. DFT engineers design products using the latest CAD, FEA, and CFD design technology software. Our staff responds quickly and our systems are designed to deliver reliably within our ISO9001-2015 quality management system. For more than seventy years DFT has solved check valve problems, prevented check valve failure and water hammer, and solved severe service control valve problems.United for Infrastructure - May 16-20th. Meetups!Don't forget to preregister for them to get the Zoom linkEmpowering Women - Wed, May 11th (every second Wed) at 11 CTMentorship Circles - every 2nd Monday, May 9thBook Club - May 24thEmpowering Pumps – May 17 (every third Tuesday) at 10 am CT Join us on SlackIn the NewsWhat You Need to Know about Check Valves and Cracking PressureHow to Set up Environmental Controls for Pump SystemsYou can always reach us through social @EmpoweringPumps on Facebook, LinkedIn,  Instagram and Twitter and using the hashtag #EmpoweringIndustryPodcast or via email podcast@empoweringpumps.com

This week Anthuan Maybank returns to discuss how in-the-moment adversity requires long-term mindset strategies. Listen in as Anthuan and I discuss how to elevate yourself to the level of your own expectations, how he learned to trust himself after an injury, and the common mistake of letting an adversity become your ceiling.   Olympic gold medalist Anthuan Maybank is hard to keep up with both on and off the track. He has proven his drive, adaptability, and time management skills in many ways over the course of his career, but his greatest strength lies in his ability to consistently motivate those around him.   His dedication to track and field elevated him to the world stage, winning gold at the 1995 World University Games in the 200 meter dash and 4x400 meter relay. He then took home gold again at the 1996 Olympic Games in the 4x400 meter relay.   Despite a packed schedule, Anthuan has not only concentrated on his own personal goals but has continually strived to improve the communities around him. He serves as the co-chair of the Marketing Committee for the National Academy of Finance benefiting youth college preparation at Howard High School. Through his business, Champion Body Strength Training, he has created a program to motivate youth called Building Outgoing Dynamic Youth (BODY). Furthermore, he leads week-long track programs for underprivileged youth at the St. Croix International Coaching Seminar and Clinic in the U.S. Virgin Islands and the Native Vision Sports and Life Skills Camp on the Navaho Reservation in Farmington, New Mexico.   You can connect with Anthuan here: https://www.facebook.com/championbody.strengthtraining   Learn more about the gift of Adversity and my mission to help my fellow humans create a better world by heading to www.marcusaureliusanderson.com. There you can take action by joining my ANV inner circle to get exclusive content and information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WHAT'S IN THE BAG ... The Dirt on Bagged Potting Media Gaye Hammond   Last fall Gaye was with us to talk about soil. We have heard rave reviews about the program! During that chat, we briefly talked about bagged potting mixes. Today she is back by popular demand to talk about her research and experience with different bagged potting media.   If you missed Gaye's chat THE DIRT ON SOIL, you can listen to it HERE.    ABOUT GAYE HAMMOND: Gaye is a life member and patron of the American Rose Society and serves on the Marketing Committee of the national organization. Gaye is also the study liaison between the Houston Rose Society and the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service in connection with Earth - Kind® Rose Research – the largest environmental rose research study done in the U.S.   Gaye is an entertaining speaker and an avid writer of more than 300 articles that have been published in local, state, national and international magazines and newspapers. She has co-authored a peer-reviewed journal article on Earth-Kind Roses published in 2009 in Floriculture & Ornamental Biotechnology, a chapter in The Sustainable Rose Garden and authored a chapter in the book, Gulf Coast Gardening. Her photography has appeared on the cover of HortScience (December 2010) and she was awarded the cover story for the September 2011 issue of Parks & Recreation Magazine.   ROSE CHAT TEAM:   Executive Producer & On-Air Personality: Chris VanCleave - www.RedneckRosarian.com Creator of the Rose Chat Podcast. Mr. VanCleave is a nationally known rosarian, television personality, speaker and advocate for the rose.   Content Creator & On-Air Personality:  Teresa Byington - www.TheGardenDiary.com Co-Host Teresa Byington promotes roses as an integral part of the landscape, as a Consulting Rosarian, Master Gardener, writer, and speaker.   SUBSCRIBE: Subscribe to Rose Chat Podcast Updates: http://bit.ly/subscribeROSE   VISIT OUR SPONSOR: Haven Brand Soil Conditionershttp://www.ManureTea.com/shop    

How do you navigate adversity and strive for goals once you've achieved a dream? This week Anthuan Maybank shares his journey to Olympic gold and how the adversity he faced along the way prepared him to help others train and perform at their highest level. Listen in as Anthuan and I discuss athletics as a part of the identity, using sports to create opportunities as a youth, holding yourself accountable to your goals, and the lessons he learned as an Olympic athlete that still serve him today.   Olympic gold medalist Anthuan Maybank is hard to keep up with both on and off the track. He has proven his drive, adaptability, and time management skills in many ways over the course of his career, but his greatest strength lies in his ability to consistently motivate those around him.   His dedication to track and field elevated him to the world stage, winning gold at the 1995 World University Games in the 200 meter dash and 4x400 meter relay. He then took home gold again at the 1996 Olympic Games in the 4x400 meter relay.   Despite a packed schedule, Anthuan has not only concentrated on his own personal goals but has continually strived to improve the communities around him. He serves as the co-chair of the Marketing Committee for the National Academy of Finance benefiting youth college preparation at Howard High School. Through his business, Champion Body Strength Training, he has created a program to motivate youth called Building Outgoing Dynamic Youth (BODY). Furthermore, he leads week-long track programs for underprivileged youth at the St. Croix International Coaching Seminar and Clinic in the U.S. Virgin Islands and the Native Vision Sports and Life Skills Camp on the Navaho Reservation in Farmington, New Mexico.   You can connect with Anthuan here: https://www.facebook.com/championbody.strengthtraining   Learn more about the gift of Adversity and my mission to help my fellow humans create a better world by heading to www.marcusaureliusanderson.com. There you can take action by joining my ANV inner circle to get exclusive content and information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Erik J. Olson chatted with Cary Levinson, the Managing Partner at Levinson & Capuano, LLC in Lauderdale, Florida. Cary is an active voice in the local legal community, serving on both the Technology Committee and the Social, Sports & Goodwill Committee of the Broward County Bar Association and serving as the Chair of the Marketing Committee for Voices for Children of Broward County. He was named as a Super Lawyer Rising Star by Super Lawyers Magazine for 2016, 2017, 2018, and 2019 as a result of his dedication to his clients and overall excellence in the legal profession. He is also involved with the Downtown Fort Lauderdale Civic Association, Big Brothers Big Sisters 6 Degrees, and Rising Voices for Children of Broward County. Learn from his expertise and what trends are helping grow his firm on this episode of The Managing Partners Podcast! —- Array Digital provides bold marketing that helps managing partners grow their law firms. arraylaw.com Follow us on Instagram: @array.digital Follow us on Twitter: @thisisarray Call us for a FREE digital marketing review: 757-333-3021 SUBSCRIBE to The Managing Partners Podcast for conversations with the nation's top attorneys.

Anna has been a performer, choreographer and co-director for the Muni. Anna made her Muni debut in the cast of Seussical in 2010. She has also performed in The Wizard of Oz in 2011, Crazy for You in 2012, Beauty and the Beast in 2012 and Jekyll & Hyde in 2014. Anna has also been the choreographer for Rent in 2013 and Willy Wonka in 2017. Anna made her Muni directorial debut co-directing The Wizard of Oz in 2019. Anna is also a graphic designer and is currently the co-chair of the Muni's Marketing Committee. Want to get involved in this project? Email history@themuni.org.

In todays episode Julie shares a sneak peek into a SpaHive VIP Mastermind call. This is an edited quick look into the kind of conversations we have in the SpaHive VIP with two of our board members that are true experts in the industry.In this Power Hour turned Power 90 we took a deep dive into compensation. Our VIP's discuss why the right compensation model is critical, the other pieces of the puzzle to creating engaged teams and how to make changes when necessary.The SpaHive VIP, is THE ONLY elite private online community for spa, hospitality and wellness professionals. Members have 24/7 access to share ideas, solve challenges and connect with leaders and colleagues in the spa industry in a secure and private group. Julie Pankey and her team monitor conversations to address members' questions and topics regarding operations, online marketing, social media, website development, management, hiring, retail and wellness programs. Through SpaHive, members connect with spa professionals from around the world to discuss business challenges, successes and even make friendships with individuals they would otherwise never meet.BETTY LOIACONOBetty Loiacono began her career in the hospitality industry in 1978 as an assistant hotel manager at the MGM Grand Hotel & Casino in Reno, Nev., which was then the largest hotel/casino in the world. She worked in training and development and as guest relations supervisor at Radio City Music Hall in New York and as director of VIP services at the 1982 World's Fair in Knoxville, Tenn. After three years at Shearson Lehman Brothers/American Express in New York, she re-entered the hospitality industry in 1987 as hotel assistant manager at the Trump's Castle Hotel & Casino, where she says she learned “grace under fire” by working under the direction of Mrs. Ivana Trump. In 1989 she became Resident Manager / Director of Operations for The Spa at Norwich Inn and eventually segued into the role of Spa Director. Betty was selected to move from the Norwich property to coordinate the re-branding of the Foxwood's Casino spa as The Norwich Spa at Foxwoods. In August of 2008 she transitioned to the pre-eminent Four Diamond Saybrook Point Inn Spa & Marina in Old Saybrook, CT, where she is The SANNO Spa Director. Betty organized a New England Roundtable of the International Spa Association and served on ISPA's Marketing Committee. She is a member of the Professional Advisory Committee of the Cortiva Institute formerly known as The Connecticut Center for Massage Therapy. She is a current member of the Board of Directors of SPA HIVE.JENNIFER BOISCLAIRJennifer Boisclair is a management extraordinaire. Having 10 years experience in salons and spas in the Boston and Connecticut regions, Jennifer is a seasoned manager capable of handling any and all complications. Her executive prowess is demonstrated in her ability to consistently budget effectively, oversee operations and exercise intuition to handle team and client alike. Jennifer's direct approach allows her team to feel that they can always trust and communicate honestly with her. Her degree in Business Administration and Management is reflected in her confidence to lead. Jennifer, although a literal mom of 4, has gained many children throughout her career by her positive attitude, willingness to teach, and simply being an inspiration to all. She is community and customer driven, results oriented and has a passion for systems and structure. Unrivaled are Jennifer's competence, care and gift for her role in the spa and fashion industries.Ready to take the next steps and join this elite group of spa business professionals?LEARN MORE ABOUT THE SPAHIVE VIPhttps://spahive.com/spahive-vip-community/SPAHIVE FB COMMUNITY:https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheSpaHive/SPAHIVE BY JMPANKEY INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/jmpankey