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On today's edition of On Location, Tim Lightner (eWorld Enterprise Solutions, Inc.) welcomes Pamela Pipkin (Director of the Monroe County, Wisconsin Child Support program). Learn how Pam got her start with the child support program, hear about some of her accomplishments and about the Monroe County, Wisconsin Child Support Program. Pam joins On Location today to talk about a subject, and an article that she wrote in the January 2025 NCSEA CSQ newsletter, titled “Intersecting Drug Court Participation and Child Support Obligations: A Journey Through Monroe County, Wisconsin”.  You will get to hear Pam discuss the journey between drug court and child support – to positively support families navigating substance use disorders and treatment court obligations, and who also have child support obligations.If you would like to talk further with Pam, please feel free to reach out to her at Pamela.Pipkin@co.monroe.wi.us.  If you are an NCSEA member, please check out her article on this topic in the January 2025 NCSEA CSQ newsletter.

On today's program, Pat O'Donnell (of YoungWilliams) brings a very special topic, and a very special group of women to the podcast.  Some of our listeners may be fully aware of Women's History Month, or maybe you are just getting acquainted with this celebration that happens every March. On Location comes to you today from Wyoming, Connecticut, and Wisconsin.  Featured today are women that have made significant contributions to the child support program. Welcomed to the podcast are Janelle Bergener, (Project Manager for the Wyoming Department of Family Services), Katie Kenney (Senior Manager for Professional Development with the National Child Support Engagement Association), and Connie Chesnick (the Administrator of the Division of Family and Economic Security in the Wisconsin Department of Children and Families and President -Elect of NCSEA).  Listen as each share their pathways, their careers and so much more.

Join us for this year's NCSEA Policy Forum, happening Jan. 30th –Feb. 1st in Washington, DC! Hosted by Mariellen Keely, this episode features special guests and Policy Forum Co-Chairs, Trish Skophammer and Carla West. Trish, Director of Child Support Services in Ramsey County, MN, brings over 27 years of experience in child support evolution. Carla, Division Director for Human Services in North Carolina, shares insights from her 28-year career spanning multiple states and roles. With the theme "Holistic Changes: Continuing to Build a Program That Serves Families," the forum will explore innovative strategies, impactful policies, and the future of child support services.

We're gearing up for the 2025 NCSEA Policy Forum, happening January 30th - February 1st in Washington, D.C., where child support professionals will come together to tackle key issues shaping our field. 

Happy Holidays from the On Location Team!  This week's episode brings you additional holiday cheer and 2025 wishes from child support professionals from North Carolina, Missouri, California, Arizona and New York.  Hosted by Pat O'Donnell of YoungWilliams, listen as our guests describe their “favorite traditions” and movies during this festive time of year.    Hear their hopes for the child support program over this coming year.   

Happy Holidays from the On Location Team!  This week's episode brings you holiday cheer and hopes for the new year from child support professionals from Alaska, Wisconsin, California, and Michigan.  Hosted by Pat O'Donnell of YoungWilliams, listen as our guests describe their “favorite things” during this festive time of year.

When Hurricane Helene devastated Asheville and western North Carolina, it left communities with widespread power outages, overwhelmed hospitals, and destroyed critical infrastructure. Months later, many are still navigating the long road to recovery after one of the most severe natural disasters to hit the region. For Nico Johnson, who calls North Carolina home, the storm was an urgent reminder of the escalating intensity and unpredictability of extreme weather.In the immediate aftermath, organizations like the North Carolina Sustainable Energy Association (NCSEA) and Footprint Project took decisive action—mobilizing solar microgrids, portable solar generators, and atmospheric water generators to provide relief to those hardest hit. Matt Abele, Executive Director of NCSEA, and Will Heegaard, Operations Director of Footprint Project, detail their coordinated response. Matt shares how NCSEA rallied local support and resources, while Will recounts deploying renewable technologies ahead of the storm's landfall to ensure they were ready when disaster struck. Proactive measures—such as staging solar equipment and partnering with local solar companies can save lives, reduce dependence on fossil fuels, and pave the way for more sustainable recovery efforts.Hear how clean energy transformed disaster relief in North Carolina and learn how you can support efforts to build resilient communities prepared for future crises.Our continued thoughts and prayers to those still recovering from this storm.If you want to connect with today's guest, you'll find links to his contact info in the show notes on the blog at https://mysuncast.com/suncast-episodes/.Our Platinum Presenting Sponsor for SunCast is CPS America!SunCast is proudly supported by Trina Solar.You can learn more about all the sponsors who help make this show free for you at www.mysuncast.com/sponsors.Remember, you can always find resources, learn more about today's guest and explore recommendations, book links, and more than 730 other founder stories and startup advice at www.mysuncast.com.Subscribe to Valence, our weekly LinkedIn Newsletter, and learn the elements of compelling storytelling: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/valence-content-that-connects-7145928995363049472/You can connect with me, Nico Johnson, on:Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/nicomeoLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/nickalusMentioned in this episode:CPS July 2024 V2

On episode 119, Justin Somelofske, Senior Regulatory Counsel at NCSEA helps to break down the NC Utilities Commission's 2024 Carbon Plan Order. We dive in and talk about the new generation resource additions, implications of the order, and what's to come next on the path to deploying these resources. This is a can't miss episode if you're interested in the future of electricity generation in North Carolina. Additional Resources: 2024 Carbon Plan Order: https://bit.ly/3YDu9Zl WFAE Coverage of the CPIRP: https://bit.ly/4eqKF4K NCSEA's Summary of Carbon Plan Proceedings: https://energync.org/carbon-plan/ Presented by NC Sustainable Energy Association. Hosted and produced by Matt Abele (Twitter: @MattAbele) Be sure to follow us on Instagram at @squeakycleanpodcast.

Today's episode comes to you from Ohio, Michigan, Texas, and Alaska. Join Tim Lightner (eWorld Enterprise Solutions, based in Anchorage, Alaska) and Lisa Westfall (Franklin County Child Support Enforcement Agency in Columbus, Ohio). They are pleased to be joined by two of NCSEA's Presidents:  Erin Frisch (NCSEA's recent former President, and IV-D Director for the Michigan Office of Child Support), and Charles Smith (NCSEA's newest President, and Vice President of Business Development at GreenCourt Legal Technologies). Listen as each talk about being thoughtful stewards of NCSEA, their own contributions, and reflections on where they are heading. From building community to holistic change, listen in for an engaging conversation.

This week, NCSEA on Location features a discussion with Erica Thornton, Policy and Paternity Unit Manager, Division of Child Support Services, Georgia Department of Human Services. Hosted by Pat O'Donnell of YoungWilliams in Illinois and Brandi Gallebo, Frankin County Child Support Enforcement Services in Ohio, the conversation focuses on the collaboration between the Georgia Division of Child Support Services and the State Office of Vital Records to establish paternity at the time of birth.  Listen as Erica describes how the program operates and the benefits each of the program's stakeholders have realized.

On this week's On Location episode, Pat O'Donnell of YoungWilliams (Illinois) and Brandi Gallebo of Franklin County Child Support Enforcement Agency (Ohio) host a conversation with Kristen Mindus and Taryn Aguon from the Placer County Department of Child Support Services located in the greater Sacramento, California area.  Join the discussion about these NCSEA 2024 Howard G. Baldwin and New Leader Scholarship Awardees.  Listen as Kristen and Taryn describe their career journeys, their goals, priorities and most importantly, their favorite foods.   As a bonus, you will also hear a couple of person-on-the-street interviews, recorded at the 2024 NCSEA Leadership Symposium in Detroit, Michigan.

Today's episode comes to you from New Mexico, Illinois, and Ohio.  Please join us as Betina Gonzales McCracken, Child Support Services Division Director for the State of New Mexico, the NCSEA 2024 Program Awareness awardee, discusses her initiative to use public service announcements to educate and promote the child support program to current and future program participants. Pat O'Donnell of YoungWilliams (Illinois) and Brandi Gallebo of Frankin County Child Support Enforcement Services (Ohio) host this lively and interesting conversation.  Please continue to listen as the three public service announcements Betina and her team created illustrate why this program awareness campaign has been so effective.

Today's episode comes to you on location from various places in California, New York, Tennessee, Washington DC, and Anchorage, Alaska.  On today's show, Veronica Riley and Tim Lightner lead a conversation off past and current commissioners from the Federal Office of Child Support Services.  They share their perspectives and their reflections of NCSEA over the years.  Our guests include Dr. Sherri Heller, Margot Bean, Vicki Turetsky, Scott Lekan, and Tanguler Gray.  Truly a unique experience to have all these people in one place!

On Location returns to celebrate 50 years of the National Child Support Engagement Association and comes to you from across North America:  New York, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Michigan, Wisconsin, Arizona, California, and British Columbia, Canada. On today's show, Pat O'Donnell and Veronica Riley continue their conversation with Margot Bean, Scott Cade, Erin Frisch, Steven Golightly, Alisha Griffin, Hannah Roots, Lisa Skenandore, and Diane Potts. They talk about how NCSEA has impacted child support policy and reflect on NCSEA's influence on the front-line staff level.  Their guests share what excites them about the future of NCSEA.  Stick around until the end and listen to a pop quiz with their guests on current events or the price of goods in 1974!

On Location continues to celebrate the 50 years of the National Child Support Engagement Association and comes to you from across North America:  New York, Pennsylvania, Michigan, Wisconsin, Arizona, California, and British Columbia, Canada. On today's show, Pat O'Donnell and Veronica Riley lead a conversation with Margot Bean, Scott Cade, Erin Frisch, Steven Golightly, Alisha Griffin, Hannah Roots, Lisa Skenandore, and Diane Potts. They talk about NCSEA's impact on them personally, including on their own child support careers. They also talk about the impact on the greater child support community, including internationally. Stay tuned for next week, as the conversation continues with Part 2 about the influence that NCSEA has had over its fifty years in existence.

Today's episode returns to you from Anchorage, Alaska and Brooklyn, New York along with voices from around the country.  On today's show, Nick Palos and Tim Lightner lead the rest of a conversation with a group of NCSEA past Presidents, Executive Directors, and other NCSEA leaders including Vernon Drew, Colleen Eubanks, Ann Marie Ruskin, Chris Wood, Lori Bengston, Jim Fleming, Charles Smith, and Joe Mamlin. The group continues their discussion about the history of NCSEA.  They talk about other tumultuous times, including the COVID19 pandemic, and how NCSEA responded.  Their discussion covers notable achievements, program offerings, how we got to the current name for NCSEA, and legislative proposals.  Listen also to perspectives on how we evolved over the years, and where we are headed, to be the voice of the child support community.    Don't forget to listen next week, when the 50th anniversary podcast series returns, to talk about the impact of the National Child Support Engagement Association.

Today's episode comes to you from Anchorage, Alaska and Brooklyn, New York along with voices from around the country. On today's show, Tim Lightner and Nick Palos lead a conversation with a group of NCSEA past Presidents , Executive Directors, and other NCSEA leaders including Vernon Drew, Colleen Eubanks, Ann Marie Ruskin, Chris Wood, Lori Bengston, Jim Fleming, Charles Smith, and Joe Mamlin. The group talks a bit about the history of the organization as well as that of the child support program itself, from the beginning through to 2017. We talk about how we came out of our reorganization, our critical role in interstate, and the international child support program itself.

On this episode, Justin Somelofske shares the details of NCSEA's expert testimony filed in the 2024 Carbon Plan (CPIRP) proceedings with a focus on generation resources that require longer development timelines. In particular, Justin outlines the need for expedited offshore wind development activities in the state, along with the need for authorization of funding for early development of these facilities in NC's current wind leasing areas. This is a can't miss episode to stay up to date with the latest happenings in the 2024 CPIRP proceedings. Additional Resources: More details on Carbon Plan proceedings: https://energync.org/carbon-plan/ Energy News Network CPIRP Coverage: https://bit.ly/3xLSZg2 NCSEA's Testimony on Long Lead Resources: https://bit.ly/4bk3epJ Presented by NC Sustainable Energy Association. Hosted and produced by Matt Abele (Twitter: @MattAbele) Be sure to follow us on Instagram at @squeakycleanpodcast.

This week's episode of On Location is coming to you from across the country:  Louisiana, Michigan, California, and Alaska. Join co-hosts Tim Lightner (co-chair of this year's NCSEA Communications Committee, and coming to you from Anchorage, Alaska) and Emily Jernigan (Regional Administrator, Southern Region for the California Department of Child Support Services). Together they host Konitra Jack (Director, Louisiana Child Support Enforcement Services in Baton Rouge, Louisiana) and Sharon Pizzuti (Vice President, Courtland Consulting in East Lansing, Michigan). They have a conversation about an amazing event coming up in August:  the 2024 NCSEA Leadership Symposium in Detroit, Michigan. Learn about the “heart and soul” of this year's symposium, what's in store, and how to get registered. Find out about a community service project for attendees, and a celebration of NCSEA's 50th birthday. Discover what to see and do in the host city, and where to find some of the best and unique places to eat. https://www.ncsealeadershipsymposium.org/

Today's program comes to you from Michigan, Iowa, California, and Alaska.  Tim Lightner (co-chair of this year's NCSEA Communications Committee -- and coming to you from Anchorage, Alaska) and DeAnna Rice (Administrative Assistant to Director David Kilgore of the California Department of Child Support Services) team up to co-host today's podcast.  They welcome two new guests, Kelly Micka (Director, with Alvarez & Marsal), and Paul Gehm (of the Michigan State Courts).   Join them as they talk about NCSEA Policy and Government Relations' subcommittee, Emerging Issues and Leading Practices, and learn about the benefits that the NCSEA membership has from this committee.   Get to know Kelly and Paul as they talk about their involvement with the child support program, how they got started, where their journey has taken them, and their own contributions to NCSEA.

“Membership has its privileges” is an advertising slogan made famous by American Express.  The implication, of course, was that rewards and other things were available only through membership.   So, if you wanted to get in on the rewards, you had to be a “member.”  Today's episode is co-hosted by DeAnna Rice (Administrative Assistant II, Office of the Director, CA Department of Child Support Services) and Tim Lightner (co-chair of this year's NCSEA Communications Committee and coming to you from Anchorage, Alaska).  They welcome a conversation with Linda Rhyne McKinley (Management Consultant with Public Knowledge) and Corri Flores (Director-Government Affairs Wage Garnishment Compliance & Shared Services with ADP). They talk about what services are available to NCSEA members, including resources, publications, web talks, job boards, and more.  Learn also about member discounts to NCSEA conferences.   This week's program comes to you from North Carolina, Wisconsin, California, and Alaska, and also features Chris Wood (NCSEA Executive Director), as he talks to Trina Schuyler (of the Oneida Nation, Wisconsin), and also Kathie Bohacek (Assistant Director, San Joaquin County DCSS) as they talk about their 2024 Policy Forum experience. 

Today's episode comes to you on location from Georgia, Ohio and Colorado.   Lisa Westfall (Enforcement Supervisor with Franklin County, Ohio Child Support Enforcement Agency) welcomes Maureen Leif (President of Grays Peak Strategies in Colorado), and John Hurst (Marietta, Georgia).  They have a conversation about the upcoming NCSEA-U offering, how it can help you understand the child support program a little deeper, increase your networking experience and build your confidence.  They also talk about the application process, what the committee looks for in choosing applicants, and how you can help your application to stand out.  Learn who should apply, and when to apply!

Today's program comes to you from Franklin County, Coumbus, Ohio. Join Brandi Gallebo of Franklin County Child Support Enforcement Agency, as she hosts a conversation with Susan Brown (Director of Franklin County CSEA). Learn about Susan's history and background in the child support program spanning over the past twenty-seven years. Listen as she shares her thoughts with the NCSEA community in transitioning from “enforcement” to “engagement.”  Brandi and Susan talk about the grants that Franklin County has received along with resources, to analyze and dig deeper into the impact that policies and practices have on their residents. Get to know Susan, as she also shares her hobbies and interests outside of the child support office.

On Episode 103, we talk with Graham Alexander of Southern Energy Management about the recently approved PowerPair solar and storage incentive pilot program. We dive into the details of the incentives, timing, and program capacity. Make sure to tune in for can't miss details of this new monumental program here in North Carolina. Additional resources from today's episode: NCSEA's Clean Energy in the Mountains: https://bit.ly/3Uwk14h SEM's Webpage on PowerPair: https://bit.ly/3SxAiDl Duke Energy's PowerPair Webpage: bit.ly/3SAQ7Jj Presented by NC Sustainable Energy Association. Hosted and produced by Matt Abele (Twitter: @MattAbele) Be sure to follow us on Instagram at @squeakycleanpodcast.

Now that 2024 is underway, we're joined by the policy team at NCSEA to talk about what's in store for the year ahead. On this episode we're joined by Cassie Gavin, Ethan Blumenthal, Justin Somelofske, and Michael Fairrington, who all recap some of the top moments of 2023 and highlight the potential opportunities over the course of the next 365 days. If North Carolina energy policy is important to you, then this episode is a can't miss. Presented by NC Sustainable Energy Association. Hosted and produced by Matt Abele (Twitter: @MattAbele) Be sure to follow us on Instagram at @squeakycleanpodcast.

We're bringing back an episode from 2021 featuring North Carolina's role in the energy storage supply chain highlighting the Western part of the state's spodumene resources. We also briefly touch on the recently approved PowerPair solar and storage incentive approved by the NCUC. The order can be found here: https://bit.ly/3O3wjNw We're kicking off a mini-series focused on North Carolina's role in the storage industry, starting from supply-chain, then highlighting research and innovation, and finishing off with markets and policy. On this episode, we're highlighting the supply chain of storage and batteries here in North Carolina. We sit down and talk with Brian Risinger of Piedmont Lithium to highlight western North Carolina's spodumene resource – a mineral used to make lithium ion batteries. We'll talk about the process of extracting and refining this resource, along with the advantages of onshoring this industry that's so important to the future of electric vehicles and storage. On this episode we also provide some short highlights from the NC legislative session to date and bills introduced. We also briefly touch on the Colonial Pipeline ransomware attack. To wrap us up, Daniel Pate, NCSEA's Energy Program Manager takes us on another virtual tour of installed clean energy projects on the NC Solar Traveler. On today's episode we're focused on Hertford and Northampton counties. Presented by NC Sustainable Energy Association. Hosted and produced by Matt Abele (Twitter: @MattAbele)

How to relocate an iconic 100 year old theatre to the third floor (TSX Broadway)In this episode, we dive into the remarkable story of relocating an iconic 100-year-old theatre to the third floor of TSX Broadway in Manhattan. Joining us are three experts integral to this incredible feat - Bill Mandara, CEO of Mancini Duffy, Joseph Levi, Construction Project Manager at TSX Broadway, and Ben Alper, Associate Principal at Severud Associates.Ben Alper, licensed as a structural engineer in California and Nevada, brings his expertise from diverse projects such as the TSX Broadway redevelopment, the Weeksville Heritage Center, and the LA Forum renovation. Ben's leadership in structural engineering extends beyond the office, as an active member of ASCE and involvement with NCSEA, NYC Buildings, and SEAoNY.Bill Mandara Jr., with a family legacy in construction, is the CEO and co-owner of Mancini Duffy, a design firm with a century-old history. Bill's journey from a teenager on his father's job sites to becoming a principal and co-owner reflects his unwavering commitment to client-centric values and consistent vision.Joseph Levi, boasting over 20 years of experience as a Construction Project Manager, is at the helm of the TSX Broadway project in Times Square. His expertise in programming and procedures has been pivotal in bringing to life the 550,000-square-foot, 48-story tower with unique features like a permanent outdoor stage and flexible retail spaces.Together, these experts share insights into the challenges and triumphs of relocating a historic theatre to an unconventional space, providing a behind-the-scenes look at the intricacies of the TSX Broadway project. This week at EntreArchitect Podcast, How to relocate an iconic 100 year old theatre to the third floor (TSX Broadway) with Bill Mandara, Joseph Levi and Ben Alper. Connect with Bill, Joseph and Ben online at Mancini Duffy, and find them on Instagram, X, or LinkedIn.Please visit Our Platform SponsorsGo to https://betterhelp.com/architect for 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp and get matched with a therapist who will listen and help. Thank you to our sponsor BetterHelp for supporting our community of small firm entrepreneur architects.ARCAT.com is much more than a product catalog, with CAD, BIM, and specifications created in collaboration with manufacturers. ARCAT.com also offers LEED data, continuing education resources, newsletters, and the Detailed podcast. Visit https://ARCAT.com to learn more.

Today we come to you from too many locations to count (well, actually 15 different locations across the U.S.)!  On our program today, we are celebrating NCSEA's premier podcast -- On Location.  Listen and hear the top ten listened to On Location episodes for 2023.  See how many you have heard, and which ones you might want to catch up with.  And for those that have heard all the top ten, we thank you for diligently listening, and get ready for a fresh program episode next week!

Welcome to a special edition of NCSEA On Location--coming to you from across the U.S. Today, many of our NCSEA Board visit to share their favorite holiday memories, as well as their hope for the child support program. Settle in, and listen all the way through to hear them all.

On Episode 101, we're joined by the top official at North Carolina's leading economic development arm, the Economic Development Partnership of North Carolina, to talk about recent clean energy investment announcements, the reasons that make the state so attractive to outside businesses, and what's in our pipeline for future investments. Additionally, Chris Chung shares why energy is such an important part of the conversation when recruiting new businesses to the state. This is an episode you won't want to miss to finish out 2023. Additional resources from today's episode: NCSEA's End of Year Campaign: https://energync.org/2023-annual-giving-campaign/ EDPNC: https://edpnc.com/ Presented by NC Sustainable Energy Association. Hosted and produced by Matt Abele (Twitter: @MattAbele) Be sure to follow us on Instagram at @squeakycleanpodcast.

In this episode, Rachel Holland, PE talks with Mathew Picardal, P.E., SE, about his firsthand experiences at the recent NCSEA Summit, the significance of SE3 Training for structural engineers, and the key lessons learned from these valuable industry events and training programs. ***The video version of this episode can be viewed here*** Engineering Quotes: Here […] The post TSEC 119: NCSEA Summit Insights: SE3 Training for Structural Engineers appeared first on Engineering Management Institute.

On Episode 100, we're joined by three innovative leaders who talk about the power of inclusive utility investment and how this can be a tool for transformation in communities of most need across the country. We're joined by Dr. Holmes Hummel of Clean Energy Works, Marshall Cherry of Roanoke Cooperative, and Claire Williamson of the NC Justice Center, who each outline what the NC Utilities Commission recent order authorizing a statewide tariffed on-bill program could mean for NC. Join us in celebrating this monumental decision and 100 episodes of the podcast. Additional resources from today's episode: NCSEA's End of Year Campaign: https://energync.org/2023-annual-giving-campaign/ NCUC Order on TOB: https://starw1.ncuc.gov/NCUC/ViewFile.aspx?Id=c1010fb1-05a9-4c60-a4a7-4a2d3a38e465 Presented by NC Sustainable Energy Association. Hosted and produced by Matt Abele (Twitter: @MattAbele) Be sure to follow us on Instagram at @squeakycleanpodcast.

On this bonus episode, we're bringing you Governor Roy Cooper's speech from NCSEA's recent Making Energy Work conference which took place November 2-3 in Raleigh. In this speech, Governor Cooper reflects on the transformational progress that has already been made to recruit billions of dollars of clean energy investments to the state, while reemphasizing the statutory requirements to reduce carbon emissions in the electricity sector by 70% by 2030. Presented by the NC Sustainable Energy Association. Hosted and produced by Matt Abele (Twitter: @MattAbele) Be sure to follow us on Instagram at @squeakycleanpodcast.

Today's episode comes to you from Ohio, Colorado, and Alaska.  Tim Lightner (in Anchorage, Alaska with CGI Technologies, and Solutions Inc.) welcomes two guests that are known throughout the child support program, and who are here to join in a conversation about the legislative proposals that NCSEA has initiated.   Amy Roehrenbeck, co-chair of NCSEA's Policy and Government Relations Committee; and Bob Williams, committee member and architect of the legislative proposals speak about how this came about.  They talk about key components:  retaining collections, recoupment, enforcement, performance measures, funding for noncustodial parent services and parenting time orders.  Listen as they talk about when the time may be right to bring these proposals forward, and what we can expect.

Coming to you from Georgia, Illinois, and Ohio, Pat O'Donnell of YoungWilliams and Brandi Gallebo of Franklin County Child Support Enforcement Services, host a conversation with Liz Schriber, the 2023 Emerging Leader Awardee.  Liz is the Strategic Performance Planning Manager for the Georgia Department of Human Services (DHS) Division of Child Support Services.  Learn how Liz uses data to help inform decision making within the child support team and continuously impacts and improves services to Georgia families. 

On today's edition hear how Natalie Dillon and her team created and implemented a new three county Regional Child Support Agency to serve families in Colusa, Sutter, and Yolo Counties in Northern California.  Their comprehensive outreach and branding efforts and impressive results led to their selection as the NCSEA 2023 Program Awareness Award.   Pat O'Donnell of YoungWilliams and Brandi Gallebo of Franklin County Child Support Enforcement Services bring you an interesting and engaging conversation focused on how to effectively communicate across a large and diverse set of communities.  Listen to learn more of their experiences and the positive impact they make with families served by their program.

This episode of On Location, is hosted by Pat O'Donnell of YoungWilliams and Brandi Gallebo of Franklin County Child Support Enforcement Services and features a conversation with the NCSEA 2023 Innovative Partnership and Collaboration Awardee.  Yemane Weldu, Ami Gomez and Andee Monexay represent the team of people within the San Diego County Department of Child Support Services who created and implemented the initiative for Justice Involved Parents and Children (JIPC).  Listen as they describe their mission, their passion for their work,  and the impressive results that they and their program deliver to individuals and to their families.

Today's episode comes to you from Michigan, North Dakota, and Alaska.  Tim Lightner (CGI) hosts current NCSEA President Erin Frisch (IV-D Director of the Michigan Child Support Program) and Immediate Past-President, Jim Fleming (Director of the Child Support Section of the North Dakota Department of Health and Human Services).  The conversation resumes as they talk about their challenges, successes, and passions, both during the past NCSEA year, and for the new year ahead.  They talk about NCSEA's name change; the Leadership Symposium in Anaheim; Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion; and so much more.  So much in fact, that we've presented this podcast in two parts to capture it all!  You don't want to miss today's completion, and if you haven't heard Part 1, please take the time to listen to it as well. 

Today's episode comes to you from Michigan, North Dakota, and Alaska.  Tim Lightner (CGI) hosts current NCSEA President Jim Fleming (Director of the Child Support Section of the North Dakota Department of Health and Human Services) with President-Elect, and incoming President Erin Frisch (IV-D Director of the Michigan Child Support Program).  The conversation centers around Jim and Erin's leadership roles, how they started with the child support program, their involvement with NCSEA, and how they prepared for the role of president.  Listen as they talk about their challenges, successes, and passions, both during the NCSEA year now ending, and for the new year ahead.  They talk about NCSEA's name change; the Leadership Symposium in Anaheim; Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion; and so much more.  So much in fact, that we will present this podcast in two parts to capture it all!  You will want to hear not only today's edition; don't miss next week's program as well.

Coming to you On Location from the Anaheim Marriott Hotel in Anaheim, California (next door to Disneyland!).  Our On Location podcast reporters scour the halls, workshop, and plenary rooms to talk to NCSEA Leadership Symposium attendees and get their take on the conference.  Brandi Gallebo (Franklin County Child Support), Pat O'Donnell (YoungWilliams) and Tim Lightner (CGI) approach conference guests for on-the-street mini-interviews.  They talk about if this is their first Leadership Symposium, or if they have attended in the past; favorite sessions; favorite foods; what they have gotten to do for fun since arriving in Anaheim – and more!  They also give their perspective and insight on the NCSEA Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Statement (https://www.ncsea.org/dei-statement/).  They share what action steps they would like to see NCSEA take to demonstrate its commitment to DEI; and how embracing diversity, equity and inclusion builds a stronger child support program.  Listen up, as you can hear the excitement all around.

This episode of On Location features a conversation with Konitra Jack, the IV-D Child Support Enforcement Director for the State of Louisiana Department of Children & Family Services.  Konitra is NCSEA's 2023 Outstanding Leader Awardee.  Her career journey as well as her commitments to community and family,  as shared with hosts Pat O'Donnell of YoungWilliams and Brandi Gallebo of Franklin County Child Support Enforcement Services, will motive you to set goals, always remember who we serve and to remember to practice self-care.  Listen and be inspired. 

Each year, NCSEA accepts nominations to recognize individuals who make significant contributions to the child support program.  Three individuals are selected to receive scholarships to attend the NCSEA Leadership Symposium. comes to you on location from Ohio, Illinois, California, North Carolina, and Pennsylvania.  Pat O'Donnell of YoungWilliams and Brandi Gallebo of Franklin County Child Support Enforcement Services bring you a conversation with Monique Jacques, Jennifer Crudo Allan and Rebeka Reigner, the 2023 NCSEA Scholarship Awardees.  Monique, Jennifer, and Rebekah each share their motivations and inspirations as they carry out their respective responsibilities.  Learn more about their programs and achievements.

Coming to you on location from Ohio, Minnesota, New Mexico and Alaska, Tim Lightner (CGI Technologies and Solutions, Inc. based in Anchorage, Alaska) is joined by co-host Brandi Gallebo (Manager with the Franklin County Child Support Enforcement agency in Columbus, Ohio).  They have a conversation with this year's NCSEA Web Talk Committee co-chairs, Dr. Trish Skophammer (IV-D Director of the Ramsey County Child Support program, St. Paul, Minnesota) and Laura Galindo (Senior Consultant, CSG Government Solutions in New Mexico).  They talk about web talks, one of NCSEA's membership benefits, and how these make it easy to stay up to date on key industry issues and emerging trends in the child support industry.  Hear about the work of the committee, how web talks are planned, and about past and future topics.  Learn about how the programs are hosted by Child Support professionals to keep you up to date on the latest legislative activity, management trends, industry best practices and subjects of special interest to child support professionals.  Hear about how you can be a part of web talks, not only by engaging with attending and listening; but also, by volunteering to serve on this important committee. Check out NCSEA Web Talks, including the library at https://www.ncsea.org/web-talks-2/, and consider volunteering by completing the Call for Volunteers survey (due by 7/21/23) at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/R75WGYJ.

Today's episode comes to you from Georgia, Illinois, California, Alaska, and Virginia.   Mariellen Keely (VA Child Support) hosts some of her NCSEA podcasting peers from the Communication Committee and podcast Subcommittee: Adrienne Reddick (GA Division of Child Support Services), Pat O'Donnell (YoungWilliams), Emily Jernigan (CA Child Support Services), and Tim Lightner (CGI Technologies and Solutions, Inc.).  They meet up around the virtual roundtable and talk about their roles in child support, how they got involved in NCSEA On Location, and even some of their favorite things about podcasting. Listen as they encourage NCSEA members to get involved in volunteering on committees for the upcoming year starting September 1st, including this one!  Whether it be getting involved in podcasting for NCSEA or any other committee, please fill out the NCSEA Call for Volunteers by July 21, 2023:  https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/R75WGYJ

On today's program, Tim Lightner (CGI Technologies and Solutions, Inc.) in Anchorage, Alaska welcomes NCSEA Connects co-chairs Laura Van Buskirk (Director of Placer County Department of Child Support Services) and Kathie Bohacek (Child Support Program Manager/Outreach Coordinator for the San Joaquin County Department of Child Support Services).  They fill us in on what exactly is NCSEA Connects, how it got started, and their own involvement with this NCSEA member benefit.  Listen as they discuss the five different affinity groups that comprise NCSEA Connects, how any NCSEA member can tap into this resource (and how to become a member if you aren't one already).   You might even hearL Laura and Kathie share something about themselves that you might not know. If you're interested in joining one of the NCSEA Connects affinity groups, please visit the NCSEA website at https://www.ncsea.org/ncsea-connects/

This episode of On Location comes to you from North Carolina, Michigan, and Alaska.  Co-hosts Tim Lightner (CGI in Anchorage, AK), and Erin Frish (IV-D Director of the Michigan Child Support Program; and NCSEA President-Elect) welcome NCSEA's newest addition, Executive Director Christopher Wood. Listen as they introduce Chris to our membership and have a conversation to learn more about him and his journey to NCSEA.   Hear Chris talk about his experiences with associations, what sparked his interest with NCSEA and what made him apply.  Hear also about what he brings to the table, his vision and what he is excited to see happen.  As you listen to get introduced to Chris, be ready to introduce yourself to him at the 2023 Leadership Symposium in Anaheim, California.

Coming to you from Washington DC and Alaska, Tim Lightner (with CGI in Anchorage, Alaska) hosts a conversation with Tom Joseph (Vice President and Managing Partner for Paragon Government Relations in DC). Learn about Tom and his leadership journey, as well as how he got involved in the child support community and child support issues.  Hear what services Tom provides to NCSEA and the importance of this partnership.  Listen as Tom talks about legislative updates from Capitol Hill as they relate to child support, including the IRS/FTI notice that came out in February; the Tribal Child Support Enforcement Act (S.534); the House Ways and Means Work and Welfare Subcommittee hearing titled “Welfare is Broken – Restoring Work Requirements to Lift Americans Out of Poverty”; and the Federal debt ceiling and the federal budget.  **Note:  This On Location episode was recorded on Wednesday, 5/17/23 and legislation and updates may change as Congress acts.

As leaders, it's crucial to establish trust with your followers by first knowing and trusting yourself. It's only by understanding our own struggles and showing ourselves kindness and understanding that we can truly extend that same compassion to others.On this week's episode of She Leads Now, I am joined by Jennifer Anderson. Tune in as we explore how we can be leaders in our own right by leaning into the call for compassion and being the change we want to see in the world.Jennifer Anderson has over 24 years as a leadership career strategist – consulting with national and international companies to build their tech leaders into leaders that everyone wants to work for while also reducing employee attrition. She is sought after as a speaker about leadership and has addressed groups such as NCSEA, Public Relations Society of America, American Marketing Association, American Women's Society of CPAs, the Structural Engineering Association and more. She is published in Forbes and is ranked as a “Top 40 to Follow” on Twitter.Learn more and access the resources mentioned in the show HERE****************************************************RESOURCES MENTIONED:Website:  www.MovingForwardSolutions.comLinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/careercoachjen/Instagram Profile: www.instagram.com/movingforwardsolutionsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUN5pLJ467hDgXImkAR0KUQBOOK RECCOMENDATIONS:The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry: How to stay emotionally healthy and spiritually alive in the chaos of the modern world****************************************************FREE RESOURCES: Check out my gifts to you!  https://sabinegedeon.com/sheleadsHOST INFO:As an experienced HR executive, Transformational Speaker, Coach, & Consultant Sabine Gedeon has helped numerous clients in both start-ups and Fortune 500 companies address their development needs and achieve their growth goals. Her expertise inspires her clients to become confident and influential leaders who embrace change and transformation, both personal and professional.**************************************************** Work With Me: Complimentary DiscoveryMy Gifts To You: FREE ResourcesMeet us in the LeadHers Lounge every 4th Wednesday for an hour of growth, networking, & Q&A. There's no cost to attend and you can join as many sessions as you'd like. RSVP to attend next month's virtual meet-up.Join She Leads Network:She Leads Community: sheleadsnetwork.com/communityShe Leads Collective: sheleadsnetwork.com/collective*Use Promo Code: Community for 20% Special Savings Discount on annual membership

On episode 84, we're highlighting what really happened during Winter Storm Elliott, which led to millions of customers without power across the southeast. Despite some who were quick to blame renewables, the outages actually were caused by natural gas and coal plants, forecasting miscalculations, and issues importing power from neighboring states. We talk with Simon Mahan of the Southern Renewable Energy Association about what really happened and what can be done in the future to prevent similar outages from occurring. Additional resources from today's episode: NCSEA's CLE Event: https://bit.ly/3joHgfS Winter Storm Elliott Coverage: https://bit.ly/3wgnUgo Southern Renewable Energy Association: https://www.southernrenewable.org/ Presented by NC Sustainable Energy Association. Hosted and produced by Matt Abele (Twitter: @MattAbele) Be sure to follow us on Instagram at @squeakycleanpodcast.

Episode 83 of the Squeaky Clean Energy Podcast is the episode you've been waiting for. The Carbon Plan order from the NC Utilities Commission is finally here and we're diving into all the details. How does it compare to what advocates asked for? Does it set us on a path to 2030 emissions reduction compliance? Does this mean more fossil generation in North Carolina? All your questions and more answered by Tyler Norris of Cypress Creek Renewables, Taylor Jones of NCSEA, and Ben Smith of Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton. Additional resources from today's episode: NC Utilities Commission Carbon Plan Order: https://bit.ly/3GiiMwE SELC/NCSEA Press Release on Carbon Plan Order: https://bit.ly/3i9OyUA Carbon Plan Analysis from CPSA: https://bit.ly/3QFOcSk NCSEA's Carbon Plan Webinar: https://bit.ly/3XyQZiN Presented by NC Sustainable Energy Association. Hosted and produced by Matt Abele (Twitter: @MattAbele) Be sure to follow us on Instagram at @squeakycleanpodcast.