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Live Like God's Children, from our Midweek Bible Study: "Living with Assurance: A Study of 1 John" - 9.3.24 Taught by Mike Hess. Presented by McGregor Podcast 2025 Visit Our Website at McGregorPodcast.com
Expanding Market Reach Through the Power of Disability in the Workplace Mike Hess of Blind Institute of Technology highlights the significance of AD expanding market share for movies and other digital content. He emphasize that the market for people with disabilities is substantial, amounting to trillions globally, and that including AD can attract a larger audience.
The Letter to Thyatira - Holiness, from our Midweek Bible Study: "What Christ Thinks of the Church" - 5.14.25 Taught by Mike Hess. Presented by McGregor Podcast 2025 Visit Our Website at McGregorPodcast.com
Through integration of technology and actionable strategies, organizations can make workplaces more inclusive for workers with disabilities. Mike Hess, founder of the Blind Institute of Technology, explains the role of multi-sensory learning as a critical tool for inclusivity, enabling organizations to better accommodate diverse needs and learning styles. Additionally, Hess discusses the common misconceptions around workers with disabilities, plus how to prioritize accessibility initiatives and actively champion policies that create a more inclusive environment.Resources from this week's episode: SHRM Events & Conferences - https://www.shrm.org/events-education/eventsSubscribe to the All Things Work newsletter to get the latest episodes, expert insights, and additional resources delivered straight to your inbox: https://shrm.co/fg444d ---Explore SHRM's all-new flagships. Content curated by experts. Created for you weekly. Each content journey features engaging podcasts, video, articles, and groundbreaking newsletters tailored to meet your unique needs in your organization and career. Learn More: https://shrm.co/coy63r
From Death to Depth, from our Midweek Bible Study: "Living Life Backwards" - 2.19.25 Taught by Mike Hess. Presented by McGregor Podcast 2025 Visit Our Website at McGregorPodcast.com
We have a special guest, local music artist Baruc joins us and tries our collab beer Can't See, Too Hazy Double Hazy IPA from Mike Hess. Baruc talks about his journey in the music industry and short films and future. Plus, he makes a good Arnold Schwarzenegger impersonation. Cheers. IG @beerbellysociety Email beerbellysociety@gmail.com TikTok @beerbellysociety
We talked about our most recent Tiktok live at El Cid with guests Josh from Barley and Sword and White Labs, Paul from Mike Hess and Terry from El Cid while drinking Roppongi Nights First Press Japanese Lager from El Cid Brewing Co. Also, we give a glimpse on what 2025 is going to bring. For example, beer collaborations, more video and TikTok's etc. Cheers. IG @beerbellysociety Email beerbellysociety@gmail.com Tiktok @beerbellysociety
After 20 years of managing multimillion-dollar projects for Fortune 500 companies, Mike Hess faced a troubling reality: he was often labeled as the "token blind guy." Despite developing invaluable skills through his blindness, he was disturbed by the high unemployment rates among fellow disabled professionals. Determined to break down corporate stigma, he founded the Blind Institute of Technology. Now, Mike is showing organizations how to access the unmatched potential of disabled professionals, bridging the gap between talent and opportunity. Mike Hess is the Founder and Executive Director at the Blind Institute of Technology (BIT), a non-profit dedicated to improving employment opportunities for professionals with disabilities through accessible technology and inclusive hiring practices. In this episode, Dart and Mike discuss:- The Blind Institute of Technology - Inclusive design and accessibility - Employment challenges for disabled professionals- Common misconceptions about disabilities in the workplace- The return on investment of hiring disabled employees- Bridging the digital divide and achieving digital equity- Generative AI for enhancing accessibility- Tackling social discomfort around disabilities- And other topics…Mike Hess is the Founder and Executive Director at the Blind Institute of Technology (BIT), a non-profit dedicated to improving employment opportunities for professionals with disabilities through accessible technology and inclusive hiring practices. As a blind tech veteran with over two decades of experience managing 7-figure projects for Fortune 500 companies, Mike helps organizations build inclusive workplaces that capitalize on the strengths of disabled professionals. His initiatives at BIT include workforce development programs and partnerships that enhance diversity, equity, and accessibility.Mike has been recognized in various media outlets and has received notable awards, including the 2017 Martin Luther King, Jr. Business Award and the 2019 GlobalMindED Inclusive Leader Award. His work with BIT has led to presentations at major tech conferences, and he co-hosts the podcast Choose Inclusion. Additionally, he developed EdgGuide, a system designed to enhance independent navigation in public spaces for blind and visually impaired individuals.Resources mentioned:Hidden Potential, by Mike Hess: https://www.amazon.com/Hidden-Potential-Science-Achieving-Greater/dp/0593653149 Connect with Mike: www.blindIT.org Work with Dart:Dart is the CEO and co-founder of the work design firm 11fold. Build work that makes employees feel alive, connected to their work, and focused on what's most important to the business. Book a call at 11fold.com.
Our Father, from our Midweek Bible Study: "The Lord's Prayer" - 10.23.24 Taught by Mike Hess. Presented by McGregor Podcast 2024 Visit Our Website at McGregorPodcast.com
High Limit's Mike Hess not playing favorites, updates on Chase Johnson and Corey Day's NASCAR future, some late model driver news, and much more today.
High Limit's Mike Hess not playing favorites, updates on Chase Johnson and Corey Day's NASCAR future, some late model driver news, and much more today.
In this episode of Talk Truth, host Mark Bricker, and guest Mike Hess explore the struggle with sin among believers, discussing its nature as a heart condition expressed in thoughts, attitudes, and behaviors. They emphasize the importance of humility, honesty, and authentic relationships in the church for support and accountability while providing practical advice for those struggling with sin, such as recognizing personal weaknesses, confessing to God, and embracing the transformative power of being in Christ. Presented by McGregor Podcast 2024 Visit Our Website at https://TalkTruthPodcast.com
We visited Mike Hess Brewery in North Park San Diego, CA and grabbed Lead Brewer Paul Deras. Paul goes deep about how he got his foot in the industry and the growing PAULAPAULOOZA/Paul BDAY party event. Also, fun beer facts and laughs while drinking Paul's special FairPoint Hazy IPA from Mike Hess and Mango De Verdad from Creative Creature Brewing. Cheers!
Rob's cousin, Hector, was the special guest. Rob and Hector drank Muntz from Mcilhenney Brewing Co., 15H and 40M from Mike Hess and Thank you for your Cerveza from El Cid Brewing Co. As you listen, you can tell someone forgot to turn on Rob's mic. Angel wasn't around so who's to blame? Rob and Hector talk of good old times and went straight to conspiracies. Cheers.
Me With You, Daniel 4, from our Midweek Bible Study: "The Gospel According to Daniel" - 5.25.24 Taught by Mike Hess. Presented by McGregor Podcast 2024 Visit Our Website at McGregorPodcast.co
In this episode of Work in Progress, we share a WorkingNation panel discussion on apprenticeships for people with disabilities from the SXSW EDU conference in March in Austin, Texas. Moderated by WorkingNation Advisory Board member Josh Christianson, project director for the Partnership on Inclusive Apprenticeships at the U.S. Department of Labor and senior specialist at the Cadmus Group, the panel examined apprenticeships as a rarely-tapped source of employment for people with disabilities. Joining him on the panel were Mike Hess, founder & CEO of The Blind Institute of Technology, David Fazio, founder and president of Helix Opportunity, and Zariah Cameron, an equity UX strategist. The distinguished group of panelists discuss the importance of inclusive apprenticeships, the benefits for both apprentices and employers, and the need for accessible technology and workplace environments. They also address challenges such as outdated job descriptions, the lack of support from vocational rehabilitation programs, and the discrimination faced by individuals with disabilities. The panelists provide resources and suggestions for creating more inclusive apprenticeships and vetting employers to ensure fair treatment of individuals with disabilities. You can listen to the podcast here, or download and listen wherever you get your podcasts. You can also find it our Work in Progress YouTube channel. WorkingNation is a proud media partner with SXSW EDU. Episode 312: Josh Christianson, Zariah Cameron, Mike Hess, and David FazioHost & Executive Producer: Ramona Schindelheim, Editor-in-Chief, WorkingNationProducer: Larry BuhlTheme Music: Composed by Lee Rosevere and licensed under CC by 4Transcript: Download the transcript for this episode hereWork in Progress Podcast: Catch up on previous episodes here
In this episode of Work in Progress, we share a WorkingNation panel discussion on apprenticeships for people with disabilities from the SXSW EDU conference in March in Austin, Texas. Moderated by WorkingNation Advisory Board member Josh Christianson, project director for the Partnership on Inclusive Apprenticeships at the U.S. Department of Labor and senior specialist at the Cadmus Group, the panel examined apprenticeships as a rarely-tapped source of employment for people with disabilities. Joining him on the panel were Mike Hess, founder & CEO of The Blind Institute of Technology, David Fazio, founder and president of Helix Opportunity, and Zariah Cameron, an equity UX strategist. The distinguished group of panelists discuss the importance of inclusive apprenticeships, the benefits for both apprentices and employers, and the need for accessible technology and workplace environments. They also address challenges such as outdated job descriptions, the lack of support from vocational rehabilitation programs, and the discrimination faced by individuals with disabilities. The panelists provide resources and suggestions for creating more inclusive apprenticeships and vetting employers to ensure fair treatment of individuals with disabilities. You can listen to the podcast here, or download and listen wherever you get your podcasts. You can also find it our Work in Progress YouTube channel. WorkingNation is a proud media partner with SXSW EDU. Episode 312: Josh Christianson, Zariah Cameron, Mike Hess, and David FazioHost & Executive Producer: Ramona Schindelheim, Editor-in-Chief, WorkingNationProducer: Larry BuhlTheme Music: Composed by Lee Rosevere and licensed under CC by 4Transcript: Download the transcript for this episode hereWork in Progress Podcast: Catch up on previous episodes here
Be blessed by this encouraging message.
Be blessed with this encouraging message from our Pastor's, Teachers & Elders Conference. - Jesus & Wholistic Sexuality
Be blessed with this encouraging message.
No guest for this week. The guys recap their bachelor party weekend for the Justis Family Racing driver, Steve. They also hit on some news, plenty of results, and their food for the past week! Stoking the fire Mike Hess leaves his role as the Race Director for the WoO Sprint Car series. NARC410 twin 20's cancelled at Kings Speedway due to track conditions. Lincoln Park Speedway, Paragon, IRA, BOSS 2023 track/series champs crowned. Final 4 drivers locked in for the championship at Eldora for the DTWC - Lucas Oil Late Models. (ends around 18:00 mark) Feature Finish High Limit Racing @ Lernerville Flo Racing Night in America @ Tyler County Speedway USAC National Midgets @ IMS for the BC39 WoO Sprints @ Williams Grove for the 61st National Open Lucas Oil Late Models @ Raceway 7 and Pittsburgh Motor Speedway WoO Late Models @ Atomic Speedway Dirt2Media Deuces Wild Shootout @ US 24 Speedway in Logansport, IN Albright Memorial @ Merced Speedway Lincoln Park Finale Paragon Speedway weekly BOSS @ Montpelier Red Hill Raceway - Sprints, B-mods, Mods IRA Sprints @ Plymouth Fall Nationals @ Lincoln (IL) Mike Duvall Memorial @ Cherokee Speedway Southern Illinois Raceway weekly race (ends around 31:50 mark) The Smoke Buffalo & regular chicken pot pie Shabu Shabu hot pot Bonefish Grill Smitty's Italian Steakhouse Bachelor party recap Sunday wings & Charlie's smorgasbord
On this week's episode we look at the news that World of Outlaws race director Mike Hess was no longer with the series. We look at the reason why and what this means going forward in what looks like it'll be an all out war for control of sprint car racing in the United States. We look at the Boom Briggs/Max Blair split, Cannon McIntosh joining CB Industries, Ethan Dotson signing with Coltman Farms Racing, the World of Outlaws drivers that will be able to run this week's Tuscarora 50 if they so choose, and the Logan Roberson/Daulton Wilson dust-up from Tyler County.
Brian from The Beer Canon Podcast was our special guest and we visited Black Plague Brewing in North Park San Diego. What started as a get together of friends at a brewery, turned into the unofficial Beer Belly Society brewery crawl. We visited not one, not two, not three but six breweries Black Plague, Mike Hess, North Park, OG 40, Seek and Barley and Sword in one day. Listen to Rob slur and the boys talk about our brewery crawl, blind dates and being a wingman. Cheers! IG @beerbellysociety Email beerbellysociety@gmail.com TikTok @beerbellysociety
Paul Deras is an award wininng Head Brewer for San Diego's own Mike Hess Brewing. Paul discussed his journey in beer from stickering 6 packs, to becoming the head brewer for the last 4 years. Aside from being an award winning brewer, he is also a certified Level 3 U.S.A. boxing coach. Danny, Paul, and I had to much fun with this convo. Enjoy y'all! Need Caffeine & GREEN? 3072 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego, CA 92104 www.caffeineandgreenroasting.com
Developing the Workforce of Tomorrow E14 In this episode, Mike Hess and David Steinmetz discussed workforce development, training programs and empowering person’s who are blind through careers in the technology field. Mike said that 86% of the fortune 10K organizations have a DEI initiative, but only 4% of those include people with disabilities. Low expectations […] The post Developing the Workforce of Tomorrow E14 appeared first on Business RadioX ®.
Message from Mike Hess and some discussion on my Traveller experience, #dungeon23, and my future endeavours for the year. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jason-hobbs/support
One of the challenges most entrepreneurs create for themselves is an inability to ask for help. This can stem from fear of appearing weak, a desire for control, or a heightened sense of responsibility honed by years of “Gettin' it done.”Regardless of the root cause, one thing is certainly true: You are not alone. Neither in your thinking that you ARE alone nor your actual state of aloneness. Help is available for you and it's ok to be vulnerable and ask for assistance. (In fact, asking for help is seen as a way to help others. The Jewish faith calls this a worthy deed – a “mitzvah”.)My guest today is Mike Hess. He is the Founder and Executive Director of the Blind Institute of Technology. Mike and I actually met several years ago when he was doing a presentation for the Entrepreneurs Organization (EO). Mike took us through a really cool exercise that demonstrated how entrepreneurs in particular have a hard time asking for help. Mike and I chatted about this challenge – particularly in relation to the idea of loss aversion and how he experiences that as a person with blindness. Mike says he gets a sense of this kind of “squishy” feeling sometimes when he's talking with people and makes some recommendations for ways to avoid creating that experience for others if you are starting to put off that vibe. Mike believes that if one can just be vulnerable and admit the challenges that they're having, how that becomes a way to diffuse the “squishiness” and creates a stronger foundation on which to build relationships. As you may have guessed, Mike is just an amazing person. His willingness to share his perspectives to help others grow is truly a gift.Links: Blind Institute of TechnologyASK: Partner up! If you don't know how to do something, find a partner and engage with them – particularly if things are feeling “squishy”
Be blessed with the testimony of our newest assistant Pastor.
Be blessed with the testimony of our newest assistant Pastor.
You ever see the movie Belly? DMX, NAS, Mike and I were living it.
In this episode of the MedtronicTalks Podcast, Mike Hess, vice president of corporate technology and innovation at Medtronic, will introduce listeners to Design for Reliability & Manufacturability, a design framework that equips engineers, designers and others with a set of standards that ensure new devices are designed right from the start. The DRM program has taken on increased importance as Medtronic moved into a new corporate structure with 20 individual business units. In this discussion, Hess will explain how the DRM program instills uniformity across the world's largest medical device company. This episode is sponsored by Performance Motion Devices.
In this episode of Aftersight, Penn sits down with Mike Hess, founder of Blind Institute of Technology. Mike has been a champion for those seeking job placement with vision loss. Working in Corporate America for many years, he decided that enough was enough. Hear this wonderful story of fight and grit as he navigated the waters being the token "Blind Guy" and starting BIT where he sets his aim at helping people get great careers. Links and Resources www.blindit.org www.aincolorado.org www.aincolorado.org/resources/ www.aincolorado.org/audio-publications/aftersight/
Mike Hess is an experienced supervisor with over twenty years in law enforcement. Mike speaks on a perspective of educating while leading others. Mike is currently a captain with a sheriff's office and shares insights leading by example.
Mike Hess joins the postman for round 2 of the post office! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dude, quit talking about your John bag. Especially around your mom. Zero class in this episode.
Happy February North County and Beyond! This week we get into the 12 teams who still haven't won a Super Bowl. There is lots of upcoming brew news including Karl Strauss, Stave and Nail, and Mike Hess. Also a little mini-golf and the happiest place on earth. Enjoy! Find us Check out our YouTube Channel : North County San Diego with Chris and Cassidy Cassidy - @cassidylewisre Chris - @i.am.chris.erickson Please subscribe and leave us a review. We love ya!
In this episode, the host Alex Sparks talks with Mike Hess....who is the founder and executive director for The Blind Institute of Technology. BIT for short, is dedicated to finding meaningful employment for individuals with visual impairments, since there is an unemployment epedemic among our community. Mike started the organization after years of being the token blind guy in his tech career.If you are interested in learning more about the organization, and are in need of more meaningful career opportunities, check out their website at : https://blindinstituteoftechnology.org/
Across the nation, the brewing industry is uniting to raise funds for critical pediatric cancer research. The National Pediatric Cancer Foundation's signature beer, Rising Hope IPA, has become a seasonal favorite in nearly every state. Coupled alongside the bold Hope Roast Coffee, Rising Hope is the signature program for Brewing Funds the Cure. Currently, it is limited to one brewery per state. Country Malt Group and Yakima Chief Hops donate 100% of the ingredients needed to make our Rising Hope IPA. Today's guests are Chris Geib, Chief Corporate Development Officer for the National Pediatric Cancer Foundation; Neil Callaghan, Brand Manager for Cigar City Brewing in Tampa, Fla.; Anthony Derby of Brew Bus Brewing in Tampa; Mike Hess, Proprietor/Chief Brewing Officer at Mike Hess Brewing in San Diego. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thebrewdeck/message
This week I get to interview the Founder and Executive Director of the Blind Institute of Technology Mike Hess. Mike has built a non-profit organization whose mission is to reduce teh high unemployment rate among the blind and visually impaired. Mike has over 20 years of experience in the telecommunications industry doing everything from project management, business analysis, product development and management. We discuss his own struggles finding work in the tech industry as a blind man. What the biggest barrier to entry for those in the BVI community is to the work force. Why now is the perfect time to tap the most underserved section of our society. We have an amazing conversation you are not going to want to miss. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
This week on Open Red, Nick and Rob preview the upcoming Bristol Throwdown with World of Outlaws NOS Energy Drink Sprint Cars Race Director, Mike Hess. They also preview the Outlaws' return to East Bay Raceway Park with Doug Auld, the Editor of Sprint Car & Midget Magazine. Hear it all on Open Red, the official podcast of the World of Outlaws!
Mike lost his site gradually from an early age do to macular degeneration. He spent two decades as a computer applications programmer, but then went on to start his own Executive Recruitement company for people with disabilities called Blind Institute of Technology. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/careersfortheblind/message
Mike Hess is a former colligate athlete who stayed active and competed regularly in basketball leagues. Things started to slow down to rounds of golf after marriage and the birth of his children. As Mike entered his forties, the competitive spark came back. He ran a 50 mile ultra marathon to raise $25,000 for Feeding America. He continued to challenge himself by competing twice in the 29029 Everesting challenges. And now, he is training for David Goggins 4x4x48 Challenge to run 4 miles every 4 hours for 48 hours. Find out how Mike prepares his body and gets his mind ready for extreme challenges and makes health and fitness part of his lifestyle.
The Legends of Carolina Martial Arts is a non-political organization created to honor, each year, a small group of Blackbelts (from the 1960's, 1970's, 1980's, and 1990's) who have impacted Martial Arts through the Carolinas in a positive manner!
We were in the studio for Tourism Tuesday - Winchester/Frederick County edition - with Justin Kerns from Winchester/Frederick County Convention & Visitors Bureau, and his guest, Mike Hess, owner of Back 2 the Grind coffee shop opening on March 11, 2019. Mike told us about his entrepreneurial journey to the Shenandoah Valley and explained his concept and mission for his coffee shop that is slated to open in early March at 166 Costello Drive (across from Costco.) For updates, follow them on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/back2grind/
We were in the studio for Tourism Tuesday - Winchester/Frederick County edition - with Justin Kerns from Winchester/Frederick County Convention & Visitors Bureau, and his guest, Mike Hess, owner of Back 2 the Grind coffee shop opening on March 11, 2019. Mike told us about his entrepreneurial journey to the Shenandoah Valley and explained his concept and mission for his coffee shop that is slated to open in early March at 166 Costello Drive (across from Costco.) For updates, follow them on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/back2grind/