Podcasts about north central region

This month on Minnesota Night Skies, the Milky Way in May! Mars in the Beehive cluster: best band name ever or astronomical event? Find out May3 and 4th The Eta Aquariid meteor shower early in the mornings of May 6 and 7  Galaxies in Virgo: you'll need a telescope, but even a gently used one can open up a world of delights.  You can't see these galaxies with your eyes, but with a telescope and a map, you can galaxy hop across Virgo! Corvus the crow has lots of galaxies in it,too, but it can be a little tricky to find. Follow arc of the Big Dipper's handle, the second bright star is Spica, and Corvus is just a little to the right of that. The International Space Station returns at dusk - download NASA's Spot the Station app or go to the Spot the Station website Plus, Bob just won the 2025 Regional Award for contributions to public and amateur astronomy from the North Central Region of the Astronomical League!   Astro Bob is podcasting! Astro Bob King and Echo Press reporter and host Lisa Johnson did an astronomy radio show together for many years, and now they're back on a new podcast for all of Minnesota, called Minnesota Night Skies.  Bob King is an amateur astronomer, an photographer and author. His most recent book is called “Magnificent Aurora” about the Northern Lights. He writes a syndicated column for the Duluth News Tribune and is a regular contributor to Sky & Telescope magazine.  Bob recommends several guides to help you find what's up in the sky. For more information about the star maps and a local information calendar, you can check out Skymaps.com. Also look for  Stellarium Mobile where you get your apps. It's available for both Apple and Android phones. And check out Heavens Above at Heavens Above.com.

Saskatchewan's urban municipalities are dealing with evolving environmental regulations, which makes collaborative waste management essential for a long-term sustainability. Effective waste management reduces greenhouse gas emissions, extends landfill lifespan, and helps municipalities remain environmentally responsible. By working together, communities can share costs, access funding, and implement innovative waste diversion strategies.In this episode, Collaborative Waste Management with the Ministry of Environment, SWRC, ARWMAS, and TSS, Advocacy Advisor Augustina Osaseri sits down to discuss opportunities for effective waste management in Saskatchewan withMichelle Heggstrom, Manager of Compliance Assurance for the North Central Region with the Ministry of Environment, Government of Saskatchewan,Pamela Barry, Senior Policy Analyst and Research Officer for Waste Stewardship and Recycling with the Ministry of Environment, Government of Saskatchewan,Joanne Fedyk, Executive Director of the Saskatchewan Waste Reduction Council,Anne Mathewson, Executive Director of the Association of Regional Waste Management Authorities of Saskatchewan, and;Richard Beck, TSS Coordinator with SUMA.

WIPL is back!   Described as one of the “most inspiring and empowering women's conferences in the legal space,” Women, Influence & Power in Law (WIPL) offers an opportunity for unprecedented exchange with women in-house and outside counsel.  This premier legal event, gathering 700+ senior female legal leaders for top-notch networking with peers and mentors, is being held in Chicago .. and Legal Speak is there once again for interviews with speakers and moderators from the amazing panels. In this episode, Host Cedra Mayfield sat down with Taffi Schurz Jaso, Managing Director of the North Central Region for Consilio.    

US diplomats live and work overseas, helping US citizens abroad as well as building relationships with host countries. They get a new assignment to change countries — and often the languages they're working in — about every two years. What is their life and work really like? And who are the people working here in the US to support US foreign policy goals? Today we're talking with native Tennesseans who are serving in the US State Department's Civil Service and Foreign Service. We'll find out what it takes to represent the US internationally and the steps anyone can follow to have their own "globally available" adventure. Join us!This episode was guest-hosted and produced by Katherine Ceicys.Today's guests:Lou Fintor | Diplomat in Residence - North Central (MI, IN, KY, TN), U.S. Department of StateJoanna Wulfsberg | US Foreign Service OfficerPaul Wulfsberg | USForeign Service OfficerShavangi Sutaria | US Civil Service OfficerFurther Reading and Listening: Check out: careers.state.gov to learn more about the U.S. Foreign Service and the Civil Service and how to apply. You can also reach out to Lou Fintor, Diplomat in Residence for the North Central Region which includes Tennessee, here. Interested in military service? Check out our episode A soldier, a sailor and a marine all walk into the studio…

Our guest today is Destiny Tinnes, Suicide Prevention Regional Coordinator, North Central Region. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Our guest today is Destiny Tinnes, Suicide Prevention Regional Coordinator, North Central Region.

Make sure you tune into our next Humpday Happy Hour featuring Dawn Metcalf & Rick Cacciatore from American Independent Dental Alliance (AIDA) Education!  AIDA is a champion of the independent dentist and helping those who are independent (or desire a future as an independent practice owner) to stay independent!

Exploring Washington State: Navigating the North Cascades Highway with Lauren Loebsack If you are an adventure-seeker who yearns to experience the breathtaking beauty of the Pacific Northwest, then you'll want to tune in as we navigate through the North Cascades Highway. Our very special guest is Lauren Loebsack, the communications manager for the North Central Region of the Washington State Department of Transportation. From the process of preparing the highway for reopening to the hidden gems and challenges along the way, this episode is packed with useful information for travelers and local enthusiasts alike. A Peek Behind the Scenes: Preparing the North Cascades Highway for Reopening Lauren Loebsack showcases her expertise as she walks us through the intricate process of preparing the North Cascades Highway for reopening. From coordinating maintenance crews and evaluating avalanche conditions to considering resources and weather forecasts, her insights shed light on the monumental effort required to ensure a safe and enjoyable journey for all travelers. With crews on both the east and west sides diligently working to clear snow and conduct avalanche control, the episode provides listeners with a newfound appreciation for the dedicated individuals who make this annual reopening possible. The ceremonial aspect of opening the road for vehicles, complete with music and traditions, adds an extra layer of charm to the experience. Hidden Gems and Recommendations: Enriching Your Journey As the conversation unfolds, Lauren Loebsack delves into her personal experiences and shares valuable recommendations for travelers. She emphasizes the importance of checking the Washington State Department of Transportation's travel map for updates on road conditions and construction zones, offering practical advice for planning a seamless and enjoyable trip. Additionally, Loebsack's love for the natural beauty and outdoor activities in the Wenatchee Valley and North Central Washington shines through as she discusses her skiing experiences and favorite spots along the scenic drive. It's evident that her passion for the region extends beyond her professional role. Planning for Your Journey: Practical Tips and Considerations To equip listeners with practical advice, the podcast explores typical repairs on the highway, including snow-induced damage and ongoing cleanup efforts. Loebsack's warning about potential winter conditions on the mountain pass, even after the arrival of spring, serves as a timely reminder for travelers to prepare for varying weather conditions. Additionally, her recommendations for the best times to travel the highway, along with suggestions for scenic stops and the lack of open facilities and services, offer invaluable insights for anyone considering a trip along this iconic route. We hope you will enjoy listening to this episode as much as we enjoyed recording it. Connect With Washington State Department of Transportation

Paul Garcia talks with Susan Wiland, National Vice President, North Central Region, Society of St. Vincent de Paul National Council of the United States. https://ssvpusa.org/  

Growing up in the suburbs of Chicago and a fan of female pop vocalists, Miguel Ortuno made his way to the then-new Tower Records store in Bloomingdale, IL to purchase his very first CD, “The Bodyguard” soundtrack featuring his favorite female singer, Whitney Houston. It wasn't long after that Miguel applied for a job, was hired, and worked at the Bloomingdale location. Running the register, helping customers, and putting away product was a regular part of the job. But Miguel saw other opportunities at Tower. He became a Supervisor and helped out on some “A-Team” projects opening stores around the country. When the position of North Central Events Coordinator opened up, he applied and got the job where he worked for Robert Stapleton, Phil Myers, and Bill Duffy. And despite his heavy Tower Records workload, Miguel also found the time to run a very popular area nightclub on weekends. Join us for a fun, quick conversation with Miguel Ortuno

On average, American adults read 12.6 books a year, according to a January 2022 Gallup survey. That's about a book a month. Reliable data on pastor-readers is harder to come by, but a 2013 Barna study found that pastors bought 3.8 books a month. If pastors read what they buy, they read about a book a week. In this episode of the Influence Podcast, I'm talking with pastor-reader Heather Weber about why pastors should read, as well as how often and what they should read. I'm George P. Wood, executive editor of Influence magazine and your host. Heather Weber is a writer, certified leadership coach, and ordained Assemblies of God minister. She serves as sectional presbyter for the Iowa Ministry Network and director of the Network of Women Ministers in Iowa and the North Central Region of the AG. She also hosts Your Pastor Reads Books, a podcast devoted to “conversations about the books pastors are reading that are helping to shape them into whole-hearted followers of Jesus and healthier givers of spiritual care to others.” It's available on Apple and Spotify. ----- This episode of the Influence Podcast is brought to you by The General Council of the Assemblies of God. General Council is the AG's premier conference. It occurs every two years the first week in August and incorporates spiritual inspiration, practical leadership training, and denominational business. The theme of the 2023 General Council is “Our Church, Our Family.” The conference will take place July 31–August 4 in Columbus, Ohio. Visit GeneralCouncil.AG.org for more information and to register.

Today on the show I talk with current APCO International President, Jason Kern. We discuss the current state of 911 Communications, wellness for 911 professionals, and what the future holds in the 911 world.  ABOUT JASON Jason Kern began his career in public safety in 1991 and is currently serving as the Executive Director of Southeast Emergency Communications (SEECOM) in Crystal Lake, Illinois. During nearly three decades as a tenured public safety professional, he has extensive experience in Law Enforcement, Fire/EMS, Emergency Management, and most notably 9-1-1 Communications. His notable certifications include APCO CPE, APCO RPL, NENA ENP and COM-L. He began his APCO membership in 1997 and has been extremely active in both chapter and national activities. As a member of the Illinois Chapter, Jason held numerous board positions over a 13-year tenure including two terms as Chapter President and nearly six years on the Executive Council. Additionally, he spent time as the chair of the IL Emergency Medical Dispatch Committee, a member of the IL Historical Committee and currently sits as a long-term member of the Legislative Committee. Over the last several years, the Legislative Committee has been successful in obtaining two surcharge increases, a NG9-1-1 and consolidation cost recovery bill, and currently is working towards introducing training standards language. In 2011, Illinois APCO awarded him with the Chapter Senior and Chapter Life distinctions. On the national side, he has been involved in a number of committees over the past 14 years such as Historical, Member & Chapter Services, Professional Development Events, Leadership Development, Finance & Budget, and Investment. Jason served APCO from 2013 thru 2016 as a Group Leader and from 2016 to 2019 as a representative to the Board of Directors in the North Central Region. He was presented with Senior Membership in 2018. Southeast Emergency Communications is a regional consolidated Emergency Communications Center located approximately 50 miles northwest of Chicago in McHenry County. They provide police, fire and medical services to over a dozen agencies in the area covering more than 100 square miles with a residential population of nearly 215,000. SEECOM is a partner with NCMEC's Missing Kids & 9-1-1 Readiness Project, an IAED Medical ACE Center and a two-time recipient of APCO's Agency Training Program Certification (P33). He is married to Miki-Kay and has a son Joseph. Away from the office Jason is an avid motorcycle rider, sports fan and travels extensively with the family. +++++ LEARN MORE ABOUT PTSD911 DOCUMENTARY: https://ptsd911movie.com/ https://www.instagram.com/ptsd911movie/ https://www.facebook.com/ptsd911movie/ https://twitter.com/ptsd911movie Watch the podcast on YouTube: https://youtu.be/XB5g5GpR8C4   SUPPORT THE FILM, MAKE A DONATION TO OUR FINISHING FUNDS CAMPAIGN:  https://fundthefirst.com/campaign/ptsd911-documentary-finishing-funds-apgixc   PTSD911 Presents is a production of ConjoStudios, LLC Host: Conrad Weaver Copyright ©2022 ConjoStudios, LLC  

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Property management: not the sexiest topic in real estate, but definitely a big component of it. Today, Susan McQuillan, V.P./North Central Region at Watson Realty Corp's Property Management Division, joins us to discuss property management and what it involves. From securing tenants to managing leases to calling a plumber when there's a toilet issue, property managers do it all. With a shortage of inventory, rising rental prices, tenant and landlord laws changing, and with large apartment complexes absorbing so much of the rental market, she also addresses the impact that those factors have had on investors and also how they're affecting sales of investment properties.

Air Methods Prehospital EDucation Podcast  Episode 8: No Mistakes, Just Opportunities In the world of medicine, great clinicians and organizations are always learning from their patients.  In this episode, we talk about a patient experience that changed the way the clinicians and Air Methods perform needle decompressions.   The AMPED team is joined by guests:  Dr. Timothy Lenz  Emergency Physician and Medical Director Dr. Jillian Theobald Emergency Physician and Toxicologist Dr. Jeremy Juern Trauma Surgeon and Critical Care Physician Will Scott-Smith FP-C Flight Paramedic and Clinical Education Manager of the North Central Region for Air Methods Click here to download today! As always thanks for listening and fly safe! Hawnwan Moy MD FACEP FAEMS John Wilmas MD FACEP FAEMS Joseph Hill RN BSN CMTE CFRN  

The past year has forced enterprises to find new ways to connect and collaborate, and solutions like Microsoft Teams and Zoom have stepped to the forefront to help them do just that.However, now that reopening has commenced and the future of work is becoming clearer, it's critical that organizations shore up their capabilities in using these tools in a way that enables them to be future-ready and secure.To find out more, host Tyler Kern was joined for this episode of Trusted Communications, a Ribbon podcast, by the company's Jamey Druger, Sales Director, North Central Region and Greg Nelson, Sales Director, Mid-Atlantic Southeast Region.The trio dove right into the current landscape and their expertise-fueled forecasts for the future of enterprise voice, centering the conversation on several critical questions.What benefits does a shift to cloud voice within videoconferencing solutions bring? What challenges do enterprises face in getting there, and how can they best transition legacy assets? Finally, in a modern communication landscape constantly under threat of cyberattack, how can enterprises secure their new voice network?For the answers to these questions and can't-miss insights from the front lines of enterprise voice, watch the full episode with Ribbon's experts now.

Join Kyle and Patrick as they speak with Steve Browne about life, #HR and taking over the world. Small goals.  #FF #HRCommunity #HRPodcastsSteve Browne has devoted 30+ years of his career to human resources.  He currently is the Chief People Officer for LaRosa's, Inc., a regional Pizzeria restaurant chain in Southwest Ohio with 13 locations and more than 1,200 Team Members.Prior to LaRosa's, Steve held various HR management positions in the manufacturing, consumer products, and professional services industries.An active member of SHRM for more than 18 years, Steve has held several leadership roles, most recently serving as the Membership Advisory Council (MAC) representative for the North Central Region of SHRM.  Other responsibilities include Immediate-Past Ohio State Council Director for SHRM; State Conference Director for Ohio HR Conference Committee; and Past President of the Greater Cincinnati Human Resources Association. Steve is an accomplished speaker who has been featured at local, regional and national Conferences, Chambers of Commerce, HR chapters and businesses.  He also has testified on behalf of SHRM before Congress and has lead advocacy efforts at the state and national levels. He is the author of HR on Purpose !! which has been a bestseller for SHRM and Amazon.He's very active in Social Media, has a nationally recognized HR blog – Everyday People. (http://sbrownehr.com) – and often ranks among the 100 most influential HR voices on social media.  He facilitates a monthly HR Roundtable as well as an HR internet forum called the HR Net which reaches over 9,500 people globally each week.Outside of his professional HR environment, Steve has held leadership roles in a host of civic groups, including the Boy Scouts of America, the Southwest Ohio Region Workforce Investment Board and the Great Oaks Business Partnership Council.Steve received a Bachelor of Science in Interpersonal Communication from Ohio University in Athens, Ohio.https://www.linkedin.com/in/steveb5/https://twitter.com/sbrownehrhttps://www.amazon.com/HR-Purpose-Developing-Deliberate-Passion-ebook/dp/B071WMPVLBhttps://www.amazon.com/Rising-Ownership-Leadership-Steve-Browne/dp/1586446444Rebel HR is a podcast for HR professionals and leaders of people who are ready to make some disruption in the world of work.Subscribe today on your favorite podcast player!  We'll be discussing topics that are disruptive to the world of work and talk about new and different ways to approach solving those problems.Follow Rebel HR Podcast at:www.rebelhumanresources.comhttps://twitter.com/rebelhrguyhttps://www.facebook.com/rebelhrpodcastwww.kyleroed.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/kyle-roed/We love to hear from our listeners!  Send us questions or comments at kyleroed@gmail.comRebel On, HR Rebels!Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREEDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/rebelhumanresources)

On this week's BigIron Buzz, District Manager Travis Hakert tells us about some of the great items up for bid in Wyoming. District Manager Kevin Nelson tells us why the equipment market going up, and Region Manager tells us about some great sales happening in the North Central Region.

Noah Wilbanks' childhood and teen years were very similar to those of many of the students that are reached by FCA. In Noah's life, it was a coach that had a major impact, giving life changing hope and direction to him in his youth. Today, Noah guides the North Central Region for the Fellowship of Christian Athletes, seeking to do that very thing, over and over again. Noah also updates us on the fact that Coach Mark Richt will be their special speaker at their annual banquet in May.

With 25 years experience of modernizing traditional enterprises, Stacy Trackey Meagher, Managing Director for North Central Region at Google Cloud, discusses how new technologies such as AI & ML are transforming companies like never before. She also dives into her strategy for building out new markets and territories, and why cultivating partner relationships plays such a huge role in their development. Host: Tony SafoianGuest: Stacy Trackey Meagher Connect on Twitter:https://twitter.com/cloudnclear https://twitter.com/SADAhttps://twitter.com/Safoian Connect on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/company/sada/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/safoian/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/stacytrackeymeagher/ To learn more, visit SADA.com.

Bishop David Kemp led one of America's leading Pentecostal churches. He is currently the Administrative Bishop of the North Central Region of the Church of God. You can find out more at www.pastorkemp.com

Episode 150 - Susan D. Silk, Ph.D. Dan Sterenchuk and Tommy Estlund are honored to have as our guest, Susan D. Silk, Ph.D. Dr. Silk is a psychologist in private practice in Southfield, Michigan. She is also a consultant and clinician at geriatric facilities in Southeast Michigan. She is a clinical consultant to banks, credit unions, retail businesses, service companies, and schools. She also delivers professional development workshops. Dr. Silk was born and raised in southern California before becoming a permanent resident of Michigan where she lives with her husband, her therapy dog Leo, three calico Maine Coons and two horses. The animals and daily doses of West Wind are her "therapy" while she conducts teletherapy from home. At UCLA she worked with the late Edwin Shneidman, co-founder of Suicide Prevention hotlines. Through Dr. Shneidman she became interested in the issue of providing sensitive care for the critically ill which may have planted the seed that subsequently grew into Ring Theory. She's been a member of the American Psychological Association (APA) since 1979 and is currently a member of the APA Council of Representatives, Michigan since 2018. Since 2000 she's been a representative of North Central Region, APA Disaster Response Network, Advisory Committee. Since 1997 she's been a member of the Aviation Disaster Response Team for the American Red Cross. Since 1993 she's been an officer of the American Red Cross Disaster Mental Health Southeastern Michigan Chapter. She's been member of Psychologists for Social Responsibility since 1988 and is a Founding Member and Fellow of the Michigan Women Psychologists since 1987 including serving as Secretary for four years. She's been a Fellow of the Michigan Psychological Association since 1981 and is a co-founder and Chair of the Disaster Response Network. Los Angeles Times Op-Ed about Ring Theory: "How not to say the wrong thing" https://www.latimes.com/opinion/op-ed/la-xpm-2013-apr-07-la-oe-0407-silk-ring-theory-20130407-story.html To contact Dr. Silk, you may email her at susansilk at ameritech dot net. The Curiosity Hour Podcast is hosted and produced by Dan Sterenchuk and Tommy Estlund. Please visit our website for more information: thecuriosityhourpodcast.com The Curiosity Hour Podcast is listener supported! To donate, click here: thecuriosityhourpodcast.com/donate/ Please visit this page for information where you can listen to our podcast: thecuriosityhourpodcast.com/listen/ Disclaimers: The Curiosity Hour Podcast may contain content not suitable for all audiences. Listener discretion advised. The views and opinions expressed by the guests on this podcast are solely those of the guest(s). These views and opinions do not necessarily represent those of The Curiosity Hour Podcast. This podcast may contain explicit language.

(Rockingham County, NC) - Community Care show host Jeff Pruett, (Rockingham County Opioid Task Force) talks with Triad Behavioral Resources Addiction & Family Therapsit, Mat Sandifer, MSW, LCSW, LCAS.Mat has been a member of North Carolina’s substance abuse professional community since 1992. He has been employed in numerous capacities including publicly and privately funded inpatient and outpatient addiction treatment facilities as well as his current position as a family and addictions therapist at Triad Behavioral Resources in Greensboro, NC. Additionally, Mat began a private practice three years ago with a focus on supporting families affected by substance use disorder. Mat was appointed the Guilford County Board of Mental Health and served as a member of the Client’s Rights Committee for Guilford County. Currently, Mat is the Vice President for the North Central Region of Addictions Professionals of North Carolina. As an advocate for substance abuse treatment, Mat has spoken at numerous community and professional engagements, i.e. the NC Bar Association, NC Social Worker networking events, and at local universities. Mat earned a Master of Social Work at UNCG and NC A&T and is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist.To learn more about TRIAD BEHAVIORAL RESOURCES, Please visit: www.triadbehavioralresources.com

To celebrate the 25th Episode of the HR Uprising Lucinda is proud to welcome a member of the ‘Twitterati': HR Practitioner, influencer, author and speaker from the US: Steve Browne.     Steve has had almost 30 years of experience in HR and is absolutely passionate about the power of being ‘people-centric' as an HR professional. He shares personal anecdotes and stories from his best-selling business book ‘HR on Purpose' and gives an insight into what drives his passion for the profession.    One of Steve's natural talents is collaboration and building networks and we explore the differences in networking styles on each side of the ‘pond' and feel encouraged to reach out and encourage others to be part of the #HRUprising.   Despite his huge social media presence, Steve is the epitome of humility and ‘Keeping it Real'. We hope you enjoy our ‘Silver Jubilee Episode' with Steve Browne. Don't forget to link in and connect with him and the rest of the HR network out there, it is a great place to learn and grow.  KEY TAKEAWAYS  It's obvious, but we must always remember that if we help the team thrive and grow, we help the business grow..  We should stop thinking that the only way of having a voice in the organisation is by climbing the ladder. We all have a voice, let's use it.  HR on Purpose is about being Strategic – it is about being the Chess player rather than the Checkers player. It is also about understanding the business requirements while at all times being human.  Go out of your way to encourage others, when we do that, we also fill ourselves up  Make time to network – even if on a small scale, remember to be genuine, always follow through and connect people with a purpose.  Brits are a bit more reserved on social media than the US but that doesn't mean we can't encourage each other.  Always be courageous and brave in what you're doing.  BEST MOMENTS  “I'd like to see HR embrace who they are, own who they are, and show people how wonderful is it as a field.”  “You do what you can instead of worrying what you can't do.”   “Every person you meet is different. Everybody has different life experiences, different backgrounds. You can't just be one flavour to everybody.”  “A strategic person needs to get all the aspects of people.”  VALUABLE RESOURCES  HR on Purpose: Developing Deliberate People Passion by Steve Browne - https://www.Amazon.com/HR-Purpose-Developing-Deliberate-Passion-ebook/dp/B071WMPVLB   Join the HR Uprising Linked In Group here: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/13714397/  https://hruprising.com   You can access additional free HR Resources via the Actus Software website link below. Lucinda Carney is the founder and CEO of Actus Software: https://actus.co.uk/free-performance-management-resources/  ABOUT THE GUEST  Steve Browne is the Vice President of Human Resources for LaRosa's, Inc. - a regional Pizzeria restaurant chain in Southwest Ohio with 13 locations and over 1,200 Team Members.  Steve has been a HR professional for 30+ years and has worked in the Hospitality, Manufacturing, Consumer Products, and Professional Services industries in various HR roles.  He is currently a member of the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) Board of Directors and has been a member of the Membership Advisory Council (MAC) representative for the North Central Region of SHRM and Past Ohio State Council Director.  He facilitates a monthly HR Roundtable as well as a HR internet forum, called the HR Net, which reaches over 12,000+ people globally each week.  Steve is an accomplished speaker who has been featured at local, regional and national Conferences, Chambers of Commerce, HR chapters and businesses.    He's very active in Social Media and has a nationally recognised HR blog – Everyday People. (http://sbrownehr.com) He also has authored the bestselling book “HR on Purpose !!” which looks at Human Resources from a fresh, positive and intentional perspective.  Steve Browne on Twitter - https://twitter.com/sbrownehr  Steve Browne on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/steveb5/   ABOUT THE HOST  Lucinda Carney is a Business Psychologist with 15 years in Senior Corporate L&D roles and a further 10 as CEO of Actus Software where she worked closely with HR colleagues helping them to solve the same challenges across a huge range of industries. It was this breadth of experience that inspired Lucinda to set up the HR Uprising community to facilitate greater collaboration across HR professionals in different sectors, helping them to ‘rise up' together.  “If you look up, you rise up.”  CONTACT METHOD  Join the LinkedIn community - https://www.linkedin.com/groups/13714397/   Email: Lucinda@advancechange.co.uk   Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lucindacarney/   Twitter: @lucindacarney  Instagram: @hruprising  Facebook: @hruprising  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rachel Maxwell has enjoyed tremendous success as the Director of Bands at Traughber Junior High School in Oswego, Illinois where she teaches over 400 students in three bands. Topics: The organization of the program at Traughber Middle School and how the growth of the town has changed her program during her tenure. Dividing bands strictly by grade levels and the goal to help every kid be successful regardless of their ability level and challenges. “We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is not an act but a habit.” How teaching college music theory and aural skills relates to teaching band. Rachel’s background growing up in Rockford, Illinois and how the size of her horn case almost ended her musical career before it got started. The Traughber Band Literature Commision Project and how a conversation at the Chicago Hilton with John Mackey led to his work “The Sheltering Sky” and has continued with pieces from Donald Grantham, Scott McAllister, Dana Wilson, Julie Giroux, Randall Standridge, and David Biedenbender. #BandFamous Links: Traughber Junior High School Band The Band Room Band Literature Commission Project Mackey: Sheltering Sky Queenwood Band Sets Standridge: Lullaby Donahue: Remember Biography: Rachel J. Maxwell attended Illinois State University and graduated in 1993 (Summa Cum Laude) with a Bachelor`s Degree in Music Education. She received a Master of Music Education degree from the University of Illinois in 1997. In 2003 she completed a Master of Educational Leadership degree from Aurora University. Mrs. Maxwell has also completed additional coursework in team-building, leadership and working with diverse students. Mrs. Maxwell has taught band in the West Aurora School District (1993-95) and in the Oswego School District (1995-present). Mrs. Maxwell currently serves as the Director of Bands at Traughber Junior High School and as the Junior High Band Coordinator for the district. She has taught music education courses at VanderCook College of Music in Chicago and North Central College in Naperville, IL and has been invited to be a guest conductor, clinician and adjudicator at a number of music camps and festivals including the Music for All National Summer Symposium, the NC All-State Middle School Band, ISYM at the Univ. of Illinois, Il State Univ. Junior High Camp and several IMEA District Level Festivals. She is also a part of the team from Oswego who commissioned and premiered Sheltering Sky (2012) by John Mackey , Sol ye Sombra (2014) by Donald Grantham, Atmosphere (2016) by Scott McAllister and Our Cast Aways (2018) Julie Giroux. She is also involved in several consortium commissions: Shubuduba (2017) by Dana Wilson and N-BEAM (2017) https://mobleyj.wixsite.com/nbeam, Frogs (2018) by Randall Standridge. Under her direction the bands at Traughber JHS have received national acclaim and have performed at The Midwest Clinic (two clinic presentations and rehearsal lab group), the Illinois Music Educators Association All State Conference (three formal concerts and four clinic presentations), the University of Illinois Super-state Festival and at the ASBDA National Convention. Rachel Maxwell is a member of the The National Association of Music Education, Illinois Music Educators Association, American School Band Directors Association, National Band Association, Phi Beta Mu, National Council of Supervisors of Music Education, and a number of honor societies. She is the recipient of the Who`s Who Among American Teachers Award, Who`s Who Among Emerging Leaders Award, Who`s Who In American Education Award, Who`s Who Among American Women Award, ASBDA/UMI Outstanding Young Band Director Award-Junior High Division for the North Central Region of the United States, Chicago-land Outstanding Music Educator, National Band Association Citation of Excellence, and the National Recipient of the Jim Ott (Drum Corps International) Scholarship. She also serves on the advisory team for the dynamic professional learning Facebook site Band Directors Group; A World-Wide Professional Learning Community and is the author of thebandroomspage.com.

In this episode we hear from HR celeb Steve Browne. Steve has devoted 30+ years of his career to human resources. He currently is the Vice President of Human Resources for LaRosa's, Inc., a regional Pizzeria restaurant chain in Southwest Ohio with 11 locations and more than 1,100 Team Members.Prior to LaRosa's, Steve held various HR management positions in the manufacturing, consumer products, and professional services industries.An active member of SHRM for more than 20 years, Steve has held several leadership roles, most recently serving as the Membership Advisory Council (MAC) representative for the North Central Region of SHRM. Other responsibilities include Immediate-Past Ohio State Council Director for SHRM; State Conference Director for Ohio HR Conference Committee; and Past President of the Greater Cincinnati Human Resources Association.

Steve Browne, SHRM-SCP is the Vice President of Human Resources for LaRosa's, Inc. - a regional Pizzeria restaurant chain in Southwest Ohio with 13 locations and over 1,100 Team Members.   Steve has been an HR professional for 30 years and has worked in the Hospitality, Manufacturing, Consumer Products, and Professional Services industries in various HR roles. He is currently a member of the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) Board of Directors and has been a member of the Membership Advisory Council (MAC) representative for the North Central Region of SHRM and Past Ohio State Council Director. He facilitates a monthly HR Roundtable as well as an HR internet forum, called the HR Net, which reaches over 11,000 people globally each week. Steve is an accomplished speaker who has been featured at local, regional and national Conferences, Chambers of Commerce, HR chapters and businesses.  He's very active in Social Media and has a nationally recognized HR blog – Everyday People. (http://sbrownehr.com) He also has authored a new book called “HR on Purpose !!” which looks at Human Resources from a fresh, positive and intentional perspective. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode Christa Hartsook discusses the Food Safety Modernization Act with Linda Naeve. Linda is an Extension Specialist in Value-Added Agriculture at Iowa State University Extension and Outreach. She is also a member of the ISU food safety team and the North-Central Region center for FSMA training, extension and technical assistance.

It's a new beginning for the podcast - Season 8 starts today! Matt and Erin have a bit of random conversation at the beginning like usual. But they eventually provide a summary of the recent new of an organophosphate, chlorpyrifos. The EPA has been dealing with a petition to revoke tolerances for this widely-used insecticide. The EPA will not move forward with restricting chlorpyrifos in any crop; this could be important as farmers make product choices for 2017. Erin wrote a recent ICM Blog about it. Matt shared updates about his recent travels to the S1055 Soybean Entomology Working Group meeting in Memphis where he compares soybean production in the North Central Region to the South. Surprise - it's a lot different! Erin wraps up by providing overwintering mortality predictions for bean leaf beetle. The 2016-2017 winter was moderate and about half of the beetles are expected to survive. Read more in her recent ICM News article.  Bean leaf beetle adult. Photo by Winston Beck, ISU. 

Joining Bob Dale tonight is Colin Ganley of CigarTourism.com and European Cigar Journal Cigar of the Week is The Crown Jewel Premium Boutique Cigar - Specially created by Master Cuban Blenders whose tradition and history date back to the early 1900’s. Our product has been uniquely blended utilizing only the finest and rarest leaves to include; a Silky Rich Ecuadorian Sun Grown Wrapper, an exclusive specially cultivated Dominican “Piloto Cubano” 5 year aged long leaf tobacco from the North Central Region of the Cibao Valley precisely blended with, a sweet selected Peruvian tobacco from the San Martin region of the Northern Amazon. The final product is then hand rolled by a select few of skilled Master Cuban Rollers. http://www.crownjewelcigars.com/ Herf lines from Adam Estrem and Angry Bill This week's Dark Side - Dale and Colin review the Cohiba Lancero. Cohiba is the flagship line of Habanos SA. Cohiba accountesd for 8.1% of the exports in 2001. Paying prices with 30% to 50% premium over other Habanaos has never resulted in a shortage of customers for Cohiba. Cohioba is the only Habanos cigar where the tobacco undergoes a third fermentation with the seco and ligero being cured for 18 months in cedar barrels. Altough smokable after 3 years, it is recommended to have at least 5 years of additional ageing before they reach their full promise. What else have you been smokin' Dale?- 1997 Cusano Corojo - Guantanamera 310 - Liga Privada T52 toro - Viaje TNT - Oliva Serie V Lancero - What Else you been smoking Colin? Square pressed Epernay, Rocky Patel 15th Anniversary, Plasencia Reserva Organica What else have you been smokin' Bob? - Torano Copper - Wonderfully smooth smoke with lots of subtle flavors, savory leather, slight mild chocolate flavor. Pre smoke aroma is barnyard with a hint of cedar. Smooth well aged tobaccos. Kristoff Sumatra - Although it is not a bad smoke, it does exhibit some nuances of youth, the binder burns very black which could indicate a short fermetation period and the flavors just dont really come together like in the Torano. Gurhka Assasin - A dark devilish smoke with very smoky flavors of wood and leather. A heavy smoke with lots of body and a hidden strength. This cigar is a bit stealthy in its pure strength but the flavor is consistent throughout. Not for the mild smoker. Whats My Band - #922 - Camacho Corojo Colin - easy draw, thick wrapper burns uneven but smokes nicely, so good! I can't see it but it tastes great. chocolaty, spicy cedar, nicely complex and balanced, reminds me of a multi-country blend, well aged/fermented wrapper. Robusto. little dry. Bob-Pre smoke aroma is distinctive barnyard. Very promising. Easy draw. Much lighter than expected smoke from a very dark cigar. Very astringent retrohale. But I never got any flavor from the cigar. In my book it was a complete bust.

It's a new beginning for the podcast - Season 8 starts today! Matt and Erin have a bit of random conversation at the beginning like usual. But they eventually provide a summary of the recent new of an organophosphate, chlorpyrifos. The EPA has been dealing with a petition to revoke tolerances for this widely-used insecticide. The EPA will not move forward with restricting chlorpyrifos in any crop; this could be important as farmers make product choices for 2017. Erin wrote a recent ICM Blog about it. Matt shared updates about his recent travels to the S1055 Soybean Entomology Working Group meeting in Memphis where he compares soybean production in the North Central Region to the South. Surprise - it's a lot different! Erin wraps up by providing overwintering mortality predictions for bean leaf beetle. The 2016-2017 winter was moderate and about half of the beetles are expected to survive. Read more in her recent ICM News article. Bean leaf beetle adult. Photo by Winston Beck, ISU.