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Former restaurant and retail journalist Joey Thompson joins us to talk about what new restaurants are opening and which ones are closing. We also cover sports updates, new rules at Pike Place, and the state of journalism.Top Stories1. Restaurant updates: Salt & Straw, Raising Cane's, Eden Hill, and moreSalt n Straw (Seattle Times)Raising Cane's (PSBJ)Eden Hill closes (Seattle Eater)Rapport reopens as Nomadic (Cap Hill)2. Sports updates: Kraken, Storm, SeawolvesKraken head coach changes (PSBJ)Kraken changes season ticket holder packages (PSBJ)Storm media deal (PSBJ)Marshawn Lynch joins rugby ownership (PSBJ)3. Pike Place banning cars in test runPike Place Market banning most vehicle traffic in test run (Seattle Times)4. Crosswalk buttons hackedSeattle crosswalk buttons hacked to sound like Jeff Bezos; SDOT exploring 'stronger security measures' (GeekWire)5. Everett Herald moves officesEverett Herald to relocate to smaller space in wake of layoffs last year (PSBJ)About guest co-host Joey Thompson - PR Manager of Meetings, Visit Seattle (formerly reporter for Puget Sound Business Journal):Joey started as reporter for the Daily Herald of Everett then became the restaurant and retail reporter at the Puget Sound Business Journal before moving to his current role as the PR Manager of Meetings for Visit Seattle. Joey graduated from Gonzaga, where he was the editor-in-chief of the student newspaper.About host Rachel Horgan:Rachel is an independent event producer, emcee and entrepreneur. She worked for the Business Journal for 5 years as their Director of Events interviewing business leaders on stage before launching the weekly podcast. She earned her communication degree from the University of San Diego. Contact:Email: info@theweeklyseattle.comInstagram: @theweeklyseattleWebsite:
Former journalist and VC firm content expert Coral Garnick Ducken returns to the studio to help us understand the top business stories of the week!Top Stories1. Two new grocery stores, one restaurant closesTrader Joe's draws hundreds to line up for grand opening (Seattle Times)PCC says downtown Seattle store to reopen this summer (Seattle Times)Virginia Inn, Seattle restaurant that predates Pike Place Market, will close (Seattle Times)2. Status of venture funding in Q1Seattle venture funding surges in first quarter (PSBJ)Filing: Seattle VC firm Ascend raising third fund to back more startups in Seattle and beyond (GeekWire)Seattle's newest investment group aims to break down silos between angel investors, VCs, founders (GeekWire)3. Blue Origin lands DOD contract (and women flight)Blue Origin lands $2.8 billion contract with DOD (PSBJ)Blue Origin's all-female space mission sends celebrities and scientists on a suborbital trip (GeekWire and elsewhere)4. Microsoft & Amazon want to remove middle managementMicrosoft reportedly eyes layoffs targeting middle managers (PSBJ)Amazon CEO Jassy blasts company bureaucracy in shareholders letter (Seattle Times)5. The future of content consumption with AIThe future of media is intelligent and interactive: How AI will change how we consume content (GeekWire)About guest co-host Coral Garnick Ducken - Digital Editor, Madrona:Prior to her current role as Digital Editor for Seattle VC firm Madrona, she was a content writer for Blueprint Technologies. Before that she was the Associate Editor at Puget Sound Business Journal after leaving Seattle Times as a business reporter. Coral earned her masters degree in Journalism from Columbia University.About host Rachel Horgan:Rachel is an independent event producer, emcee and entrepreneur. She worked for the Business Journal for 5 years as their Director...
In this episode of Thriving Practice, host Tracy sits down with Michelle Bomberger, an innovative attorney and entrepreneur who's revolutionizing how small businesses, particularly healthcare practices, approach legal counsel. Michelle, founder of Equinox Business Law Group, shares her unique perspective on why having a strategic legal partner is not just about avoiding trouble, but about empowering practice owners to make confident decisions and seize growth opportunities. This conversation challenges the traditional view of legal services and offers a fresh, proactive approach that could transform how you manage risk and strategy in your healthcare practice. Episode Highlights: The concept of a "risk profile" for healthcare practices and how understanding it can lead to better decision-making Why having a generalist legal approach, similar to a primary care physician, can benefit your practice The importance of regular legal "check-ups" and how they can prevent major issues down the line Michelle's innovative fixed-price model that removes barriers to seeking legal advice The three-pronged framework for evaluating and managing risk: contracts, insurance, and entity structure How a proactive legal strategy can actually drive growth and opportunity in your practice The value of having a legal partner who understands both the healthcare industry and the entrepreneurial mindset Practical tips for finding and building a relationship with the right legal counsel for your practice Why it's okay (and important) for practice owners to admit when they don't know something about the business side of healthcare How the right legal support can empower not just owners but also practice managers to make better decisions Bio: Michelle Bomberger is the Founder and CEO of Equinox Business Law Group, bringing a unique blend of legal expertise and entrepreneurial insight to her role. With dual graduate degrees in law (J.D.) and business (M.B.A.) from Northwestern University, Michelle has a background that spans business consulting, corporate management, and law firm experience. Her approach combines pragmatic legal counsel with a deep understanding of the emotional and practical aspects of business ownership. Michelle's innovative legal service model focuses on providing strategic, proactive guidance to small businesses and entrepreneurs. Her work encompasses a wide range of business law areas, including strategic planning, ownership and governance, transactions, and employment matters. Recognized as one of Puget Sound Business Journal's "40 Under 40" and a King County Executive's Woman Small Business of the Year, Michelle is also actively involved in community service, serving on boards of local non-profits and business organizations. Born in Panama and now based in Seattle, Michelle balances her professional life with family time, cooking, traveling, and reading. Find Michelle: Website Facebook Twitter YouTube LinkedIn Connect With Us: Be a Guest on the Show Thriving Practice Community Schedule Strategy Session with Tracy Tracy's LinkedIn Business LinkedIn Page Thriving
Top Stories:1. FTC might come after MicrosoftSeattle Times article (Alex's article)2. Elysian closes Georgetown locationPSBJ article3. SLUT stays, for nowPSBJ article4. Capital gains tax staysSeattle Times article (WA tax - Alex's article)Seattle Times article (Seattle tax)5. Sears is closingSeattle Times article About co-host Alex Halverson - Business Reporter, Seattle TimesPrior to his role as a Business Reporter at Seattle Times he was a Tech Reporter at the Puget Sound Business Journal and a Senior Producer at Seattle PI. Alex has also been featured on KUOW's Week in Review.About host Rachel Horgan:Rachel is an independent event producer, emcee and entrepreneur. She worked for the Business Journal for 5 years as their Director of Events interviewing business leaders on stage before launching the weekly podcast. She earned her communication degree from the University of San Diego. Contact:Email: info@theweeklyseattle.comInstagram: @theweeklyseattleWebsite: www.theweeklyseattle.com
Top Stories:1. The role of TV news in politicsno article2. Jeff Bezos pulls Washington Post endorsementGeekwire articleJeff Bezos statement3. CEO accused of fraud skips townSeattle Times articleSeattle Times article (update)4. Boeing workers deny offerPSBJ article5. New semi-pro Ballard soccer teamSeattle Times articleMyBallard articleAbout guest co-host Jake Whittenberg - Morning News Anchor, King 5Jake has been working at King 5 for about 15 years. Prior to this he was a reporter/anchor in Columbus, Ohio and in Billings, Montana. He was also a Puget Sound Business Journal 40 Under 40 honoree in 2020.About host Rachel Horgan:Rachel is an independent event producer, emcee and entrepreneur. She worked for the Business Journal for 5 years as their Director of Events interviewing business leaders on stage before launching the weekly podcast. She earned her communication degree from the University of San Diego. Contact:Email: info@theweeklyseattle.comInstagram: @theweeklyseattleWebsite: www.theweeklyseattle.com
The name of the game at Starbucks lately has been speed. But the company has been losing customers over the last few years, prompting new Starbucks CEO Brian Niccol to champion a new vision: ‘Back to Starbucks'. We hear from listeners about why they've stopped going visiting our local coffee giant and talk with Puget Sound Business Journal reporter Joey Thompson about the company's pivot. We can only make Seattle Now because listeners support us. You have the power! Make the show happen by making a gift to KUOW: https://www.kuow.org/donate/seattlenow And we want to hear from you! Follow us on Instagram at SeattleNowPod, or leave us feedback online: https://www.kuow.org/feedbackSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Collin Hathaway shares strategies for scaling small businesses to mid-sized enterprises.Collin is the founder of Skylight Capital, a micro-private equity investor that acquires companies in the U.S. with $500,000 to $4m EBITDA. As part of his journey, he founded Flint Group, a collection of seven small residential home service businesses in HVAC and plumbing across five states, more than doubling revenue in four years. In 2017, he bought into ownership of Guardian Roofing in Western Washington and has tripled business within seven years. He is a member of the Young Presidents' Organization and in 2017 was awarded Puget Sound Business Journal's Top 40 under 40. In his free time, he volunteer coaches his son's select baseball team.Subscribe on Apple Podcast , Spotify or other major streaming platforms.Let's connect!Subscribe to my newsletter: Time To Live: Thriving in Business and BeyondWebsite: https://www.annemcginty.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/annemcgintyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/annemcgintyhost
Here's what to expect on the podcast:How did Daniel end up starting Influence Mobile?The core concept behind Influence Mobile and how it benefits users.What are the benefits and downsides people encounter while working remotely?Unique initiatives Daniel implemented to enhance workplace culture.And much more! About Daniel:Daniel Todd is currently the CEO and Founder of Influence Mobile. He has served as a mentor and advisor to Disney TechStars, Seattle TechStars, and several startups. Daniel is credited with creating a corporate culture that has repeatedly won "Best Places to Work" awards from Washington CEO and the Puget Sound Business Journal, as well as being recognized by Inc Magazine as one of the Best Workplaces in 2023. Throughout his career, Daniel's ventures have been acknowledged five times on the Inc 5000 list of fastest-growing companies, ranking as high as number 7. Connect with Daniel Todd!Website: https://www.influencemobile.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danieltodd/ Connect with Candice Snyder!Website: https://hairhealthvitality.com/passion-purpose-and-possibilities/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/candice.snyderInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/candicesny17/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/candicesnyder/ICAN Institute: https://vl729.isrefer.com/go/mindandbody/PassionPurpose22/Shop For A Cause With Gifts That Give Back to Nonprofits: https://thekindnesscause.com/
My guest for Episode #270 of the My Favorite Mistake podcast is Megan Gluth-Bohan, a remarkable leader in the chemical industry. Megan is the CEO and owner of Catalynt Solutions, Inc., a prominent U.S.-based chemical distributor, and Chemblend of America, a renowned chemical blending and tolling facility. EPISODE PAGE WITH VIDEO, TRANSCRIPT, AND MORE Her companies stand out as some of the largest certified women-owned suppliers in North America. Under her leadership, they have achieved significant recognition, including a spot on the 2023 Puget Sound Business Journal's Middle Market Fast 50 list. Megan herself was honored as one of the Business Journal's Middle Market Fast 50 Leaders of 2023 and was awarded the prestigious Ernst and Young Entrepreneur of the Year 2023. In this episode, Megan shares her journey through the highs and lows of her career, focusing on the lessons learned from her favorite mistake. She candidly discusses the challenges she faced during the pandemic, where rapid decision-making led to deals with untrustworthy customers. Megan emphasizes the crucial importance of taking a moment to pause and trust one's instincts, even in high-pressure situations. This conversation delves into how these experiences have shaped her approach to leadership and decision-making. We also explore Megan's initiatives to support women in STEM and her efforts to create opportunities for previously incarcerated women. She talks about fostering a culture of open discussion about failures, without blame, within her companies. Join us as we dive into Megan's insightful perspectives on leadership, resilience, and the power of learning from mistakes. Questions and Topics: How did you discover these deals were mistakes? How did the dynamic of group evaluation or group effort play into these deals? How do you handle team contributions when you're the one with the view of the entire chessboard? Have you faced similar situations with other deals since those mistakes? What specific factors led to the failures, and what did you learn from them? How do you apply the lessons learned from failures to future endeavors? Can you describe your company's culture around failure and how you model it as a leader? Do you have a support network or board for advice and coaching? Can you talk about fostering a safe space for failure in your company? How do you categorize different types of failures and encourage the right type of risk-taking? How do you ensure organizational memory of mistakes to prevent recurrence? How do you balance treating people right with running a profitable business? What initiatives are you involved in to support women in STEM? Can you share about your efforts to create opportunities for previously incarcerated women? Is there a book in your future?
Seattle residents and business owners are voicing their concerns about crime "perpetrated on a nearly hourly basis" and say people who commit assaults reemerge after their arrests to cause further chaos. Members of the downtown Seattle community that spoke with the Puget Sound Business Journal offered their own "horror stories" regarding crime and have called on the city to take swift action. They said that their concerns stem from increased drug activity and other crime in the downtown area of the city. In 2023, the number of violent crimes in downtown Seattle fell by 10% from 2022. It was the lowest number since 2018.
Seattle-area sustainably sourced sandwich restaurant chain, Homegrown, will be closing 10 stores — leaving only two. The closures mean more than 150 employees will be laid off. Homegrown CEO and co-founder Brad Gillis said, as reported by The Puget Sound Business Journal on Monday, that economic impacts, rising labor costs and food prices have led to the decision. “This decision was incredibly difficult to make, but one that we feel was absolutely necessary,” Gillis stated, according to The Business Journal.
Named one of Inc. Magazines Top 100 Female Founders of 2020, COLETTE COURTION is a distinguished and award-winning consumer marketer, inventor (21 issued patents), and femtech leader who is revolutionizing the $600 billon dollar menopause market with Joylux—the leader in at-home medical devices, personal care products and digital tools for menopausal women experiencing vaginal and sexual health issues. With over 20 years of cross-functional expertise leading consumer product, retail, and medical device companies, she is known as a category creator in the emerging health and wellness space. Prior to founding Joylux and her other two skincare related start-ups, she was a marketing executive with Starbucks responsible for launching and growing the Starbucks Card and Customer loyalty program into a multi-billion-dollar business. Courtion and her companies have earned numerous accolades including the AARP Innovation Lab's Women's Health Award (2021), Angel Capital Association's Most Innovative Company (2019), Best Product of the Year (2003) for Starbucks Duetto Card from Business Week, Top 15 Women of Influence (2009) in Seattle and Top 40 Under 40 leaders (2006) in Seattle from Puget Sound Business Journal. Colette's info: Website: https://joylux.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joylux Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joyluxinc/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/colettecourtion/ Please click the button to subscribe so you don't miss any episodes and leave a review if your favorite podcast app has that ability. Thank you! Visit http://drlaurabrayton.com/podcasts/ for show notes and available downloads. © 2014 - 2024 Dr. Laura Brayton
About Daniel Todd:Daniel Todd is a highly accomplished entrepreneur with a wealth of experience in mobile advertising, digital marketing, and business strategy. As the CEO of Influence Mobile, Daniel has a track record of creating positive work environments that have earned his companies numerous "Best Places to Work" awards. With two companies that have been placed on the Inc. 5000 list and recognition from publications such as Puget Sound Business Journal, Daniel has proven his ability to lead companies to success. As a monthly contributor to Inc.com and Entrepreneur.com, Daniel is a recognized thought leader in the fields of entrepreneurship, marketing, and business growth.With his expertise in culture, leadership, team building, entrepreneurship, and remote work, Daniel would be an excellent fit as a guest on podcasts with an audience of CEOs and founders. Furthermore, his experience as a mentor and adviser to dozens of startups through the Disney Accelerator and TechStars programs, along with his previous role as co-founder of online media company Zango, has equipped him with a unique perspective and set of skills that would make him an invaluable guest on any podcast. In this episode, Dean Newlund and Daniel Todd discuss:Effective strategies for scaling company culture in tandem with business growthThe critical role managers play in maintaining a robust company culture and the generational perspectives on work-life balance and the shift towards valuing leisureThe transformative influence of AI on the workforce and potential benefits for employeesThe effects of AI and digitalization on reading, writing, and critical thinking skills essential for leadershipIntroducing Daniel Todd's new podcast, 'Remote Revolution', focused on how CEOs build and improve company culture Key Takeaways:Company culture must scale strategically with business growth, and this requires collective leadership and innovative engagement methods to maintain a productivity-driven yet enjoyable workplace.Managers play a critical part in fostering culture, especially in smaller businesses, and the judicious use of in-person events can bridge the gaps that remote work might create, even with financial constraints.Seminars and authenticity in communication are key in a virtual setup, where frequent, genuine conversations lead to deeper connections and a robust, agile work culture.CEOs need to find equilibrium in their roles, seeking feedback and hobbies outside their corporate responsibilities to sustain personal health and ultimately contribute to better company results.As AI reshapes the workforce, the need for employees to upskill quickly becomes apparent, while the persisting value of reading and writing stands out in cultivating leadership capabilities. "We're not just building a company; we're cultivating a community, and every conversation, every connection, matters.” — Daniel Todd Connect with Daniel Todd: Website URL: https://www.influencemobile.com/Podcast: https://legendarypodcasts.com/daniel-todd/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danieltodd/ See Dean's TedTalk “Why Business Needs Intuition” here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EEq9IYvgV7I Connect with Dean:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgqRK8GC8jBIFYPmECUCMkwWebsite: https://www.mfileadership.com/The Mission Statement E-Newsletter: https://www.mfileadership.com/blog/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deannewlund/X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/deannewlundFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/MissionFacilitators/Email: dean.newlund@mfileadership.comPhone: 1-800-926-7370 Show notes by Podcastologist: Hanz Jimuel AlvarezAudio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. You're the expert. Your podcast will prove it.
In this conversation, Tahmina Watson discusses her journey from the UK to the US and her work as an immigration lawyer. She highlights the challenges in the immigration system and the need for reform. Tahmina emphasizes the importance of love and leadership in creating positive change. She also shares her experiences with volunteering and the impact it has had on her life. Tahmina offers advice to her younger self and discusses her future plans, including her passion for bird photography. She recommends books and podcasts that have influenced her. Tahmina Watson is a nationally recognized expert in US immigration law. Her specialization in the visa needs of global entrepreneurs has resulted in hundreds of successful startups and millions of dollars of business investments in the US. She founded Watson Immigration Law in Seattle in 2009, bringing to her practice a unique qualification for representing international entrepreneurs, of Bangladeshi heritage, Watson is a naturalized US citizen who emigrated from her native England, where she first practiced law as a barrister. Watson is among the immigration attorneys that The New York Times has tapped for informed perspective on the state of immigration visas in the US. She is a sought-after industry expert, speaker, and media spokesperson who has appeared in numerous major outlets including Bloomberg, Forbes, NPR, and CNN. She is a member of the Forbes Business Council and is a columnist for Above the Law, which covers the legal profession for business readers. She has also been a speaker at the annual conferences of SXSW and SelectUSA, a Department of Commerce initiative for US business investments. Watson has received honors from the Puget Sound Business Journal and the American Immigration Lawyers Association, for whom she has served as national spokesperson. She chairs the Response Committee of the Association's Washington chapter. Watson served as the 2022-2023 president of the King County (WA) Bar Association. Watson hosts a dedicated podcast on US immigration law for startups and founders seeking visas. This is her second book devoted to the topic. She is also the author of the bestselling Legal Heroes in the Era of Trump. Her work in family immigration has succeeded in uniting many spouses, parents and children so that they can enjoy stable, cohesive family units. Tahmina's volunteer work has always been integral to her professional life. She points to the work she did as an undergraduate helping children with special needs as the spark that later led to offering her knowledge of the law to their parents, as they sought educational opportunities for their children. She led a human rights group in law school and has volunteered with numerous nonprofits since coming to the US. Tahmina is a national spokesperson for the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) and the chair of the Response Committee of the Washington Chapter of AILA. Among her honors, she is a recipient of the 2019 AILA President's Commendation Award. She is a trustee of the Board of King County Bar Association in Washington, a past president of King County Washington Women Lawyers, and a former board member of both the Asian Bar Association of Washington and Washington Women Lawyers. She is also a former member of the Mercer Island School District Superintendent's Diversity Advisory Committee Tahmina helped found the Washington Immigration Defense Network, which trains lawyers and facilitates legal representation in the immigration courtroom. Get In Touch: WIL Blog: https://watsonimmigrationlaw.com/blog/ www.watsonimmigrationlaw.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tahmina.watson/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/watson-immigration-law/ Tahmina has 5 books out. Her latest is "The Startup Visa: US Immigration Visa Guide for Startups and Founders." It is now available in SPANISH also!
Top Stories1. Farestart is reopeningSeattle Times article2. Seattle startup sceneGeekwire article3. New museum to open425 Magazine article4. Saltchuk buys a company for $430MPSBJ article5. Boeing CEO is under fireFormidable articleGuest Co-Host Emily Parkhurst - Founder & CEO, FormidableEmily Parkhurst is the Founder & CEO of media company Formidable launched in 2024. Prior to this she was the VP of Content at 6AM City, and before that the Publisher and Market President of the Puget Sound Business Journal. She was a Senior Reporter at The Forecaster where she won the Society of Professional Journalists' Sigma Delta Chi Award for Investigative Reporting in 2010. She is also the Chairman of the board for Cornish College of the Arts. www.beformidable.comHost Rachel Horgan:Rachel is an independent event producer, emcee and entrepreneur. She worked for the Business Journal for 5 years as their Director of Events interviewing business leaders on stage before launching the weekly podcast. She earned her communication degree from the University of San Diego.Contact:Email: info@theweeklyseattle.comInstagram: @theweeklyseattleWebsite: www.theweeklyseattle.com
Top Stories:1. Expedia leaders are outGeekwire article/Seattle Times article2. Synapse bankruptcy affects Seattle startupGeekwire article3. Amazon AWS CEO changePSBJ article (CEO leaving)PSBJ article (new CEO)4. OpenAI's new voice productGeekwire article5. Local VC to launch startup community hubGeekwire articleAbout guest co-host Coral Garnick Ducken - Digital Editor, Madrona:Prior to her current role as Digital Editor for Seattle VC firm Madrona, she was a content writer for Blueprint Technologies. Before that she was the Associate Editor at Puget Sound Business Journal after leaving Seattle Times as a business reporter. Coral earned her masters degree in Journalism from Columbia University.Host Rachel Horgan:Rachel is an independent event producer, emcee and entrepreneur. She worked for the Business Journal for 5 years as their Director of Events interviewing business leaders on stage before launching the weekly podcast. She earned her communication degree from the University of San Diego.Contact:Email: theweeklyseattle@gmail.comInstagram: @theweeklyseattleWebsite: www.theweeklyseattle.com
Today I'm talking to Dean Jones, Founder, Owner, and CEO of Realogics Sotheby's International Realty.Dean's former development firm, T. Jones, Inc., was nationally recognized as the "Development Firm of the Year" by the Pillars of Industry in 2001. In 2003, the National Association of Home Builders named Dean "Marketing Director of the Year."Upon founding Realogics Inc., Dean served as an advisor to third-party developments, with his firm being the catalyst for more than $2 billion in project sales, earning his portfolio of clients over 130 sales and marketing awards.In 2012, Dean founded and continues to lead Realogics Sotheby's International Realty, overseeing more than 325 real estate brokers and staff across seven offices. These offices consistently rank among the top-producing brokerage offices in their markets.In the seven consecutive years following the founding of Realogics Sotheby's International Realty, the firm was awarded among the "Fastest Growing Private Companies" in Washington state by the Puget Sound Business Journal. Though boutique, the full-service brokerage ranks in the top 10 largest in the Puget Sound region.In today's conversation, Dean and I discuss the ups and downs of the real estate markets, and the key to thinking outside the box and staying ahead of the curve to achieve success both now and for the long term.⚡️Powered by BreakthroughLuxury Coaching & Membership https://BreakthroughLuxury.com
Michelle Bomberger - CEO and Managing Attorney at Equinox Business Law Group Introduction Michelle Bomberger, the CEO and Managing Attorney at Equinox Business Law Group, is a dedicated professional who believes in providing small businesses with the strategic legal advantages typically available to mega-corporations. With her extensive experience as a business owner and entrepreneur, Michelle offers unique insights into the emotional and practical aspects of running a business, emphasizing the vital role of legal infrastructure in achieving growth and success. Received the prestigious "40 Under 40" award by the Puget Sound Business Journal. Named King County Executive's Woman Small Business of the Year. Recognized as one of Puget Sound's 100 Fastest Growing Private Companies in 2020-2021. Equinox Business Law Group, under Michelle Bomberger's leadership, has garnered acclaim for its commitment to empowering businesses of all sizes with comprehensive legal support and resources. Through their dedication to excellence, Michelle and her team have established a reputation for providing top-notch legal services tailored to the unique needs of each client, ensuring their continued success in a competitive business landscape. Michelle Hayden Bomberger - Bellevue, Washington, United States | Professional Profile | LinkedIn michelle@equinoxbusinesslaw.com
FRED'S BIO Fred Rivera is as accomplished as he is a terrific human being and has had a remarkable career. He is one of the highest ranking (and few) Latinos in the business of American professional sports. He currently serves as Executive Vice President and General Counsel for the Seattle Mariners, loves the game, started pitching as a young kid (great curveball), played in college, and deeply knows the economics of sports - and their positive impact on communities across America. We talk about school, multi generational influences, LA Law (the show), community fabric, leadership, and of course, emotional connections to baseball. His Mariners role was preceded by another big role: Fred served as Managing Partner of Perkins Coie's Seattle office, one of the largest and most prestigious law firms in the United States where he spent about two decades. He started his career in the 1990's as a trial attorney in the Civil Rights Division of the U.S. Department of Justice and in the early 2000's he served as Vice President in charge of internal investigations at Fannie Mae. He serves on the boards of directors of Heritage Bank (NASDAQ: HFWA), Delta Dental of Washington and OAC Services, and ROOT Sports, the Mariners-owned regional sports network. He has been recognized in the U.S. News-Best Lawyers in America and as Director of the Year (2022) by the Puget Sound Business Journal. Fred also serves, or has served, as President of the Latina/o Bar Association of Washington, Regional President of the Hispanic National Bar Association and the boards of Rainier Scholars, Trustee of the King County Bar Association, Board of Directors of the Downtown Seattle Association, ArtsFund, and the United Way of King County, where he was Chairman. FRED RELATED LINKS Talking Baseball and More Baseball- KIRO7 News & KING5 News Heritage Financial Profile MCCA Profile Luminaries in Law - Seattle University Distinguished Alum Award - California State University GENERAL INFO| TOP OF THE GAME: Official website: https://topofthegame-thepod.com/ RSS Feed: https://feed.podbean.com/topofthegame-thepod/feed.xml Hosting service show website: https://topofthegame-thepod.podbean.com/ Javier's LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/javiersaade SUPPORT & CONNECT: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/96934564 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61551086203755 Twitter: https://twitter.com/TOPOFGAMEpod Subscribe on Podbean: https://www.podbean.com/site/podcatcher/index/blog/vLKLE1SKjf6G Email us: info@topofthegame-thepod.com THANK YOU FOR LISTENING – AVAILABLE ON ALL MAJOR PLATFORMS
Top Stories:Textio layoffs Geekwire article (textio)Geekwire article (tech layoffs)KCTS9 and Crosscut open a new officePSBJ articleReign is getting acquiredPSBJ articleSeattle Storm opening new facilityPSBJ articleMayor Harrell's proposed legislationSeattle Times articleAbout co-host Megan Campbell:Megan has worked in journalism for over 10 years including a former reporter at the Puget Sound Business Journal and Past President of the Society of Professional Journalists. She worked in PR for a few years and now works as a freelance writer.About host Rachel Horgan:Rachel is an independent event producer, emcee and entrepreneur. She worked for the Business Journal for 5 years as their Director of Events interviewing business leaders on stage before launching the weekly podcast. She earned her communication degree from the University of San Diego. Contact:Email: theweeklyseattle@gmail.comInstagram: @theweeklyseattleWebsite: www.theweeklyseattle.com
Top Stories1. Boeing and Spirit AerosystemsPSBJ article (Spirit Aerosystems)Seattle Times article (NTSB)2. In-N-Out coming to WAThe Columbian article3. Pfizer shuts down Seagen facilityPSBJ article4. Phase Genomics gets grant from Gates FoundationGeekwire article5. Are college athletes employees?AP News articleCo-Host Rob Smith:Rob is the Executive Editor for the Seattle Magazine and the Seattle Business Magazine. Prior to this he was the Editor-in-Chief for the Puget Sound Business Journal and the Editor-in-Chief for the Portland Business Journal along with some consulting and freelance work.Host Rachel Horgan:Rachel is an independent event producer, emcee and entrepreneur. She worked for the Business Journal for 5 years as their Director of Events interviewing business leaders on stage before launching the weekly podcast. She earned her communication degree from the University of San Diego. Contact:Email: theweeklyseattle@gmail.comInstagram: @theweeklyseattleWebsite: www.theweeklyseattle.com
Top Stories:1. Expedia layoffsGeekwire article2. Microsoft and Mistral AISeattle Times article3. Techstars accelerator closesGeekwire article 4. Blackstone acquires RoverPSBJ article 5. FTC blocks Kroger acquisitionSeattle Times article6. Burb's Burgers closesSeattle Eater articleCo-Host Emily Parkhurst:Emily Parkhurst was most recently the VP of Content at 6AM City. Prior to this role, she was the Publisher and Market President of the Puget Sound Business Journal. She was a Senior Reporter at The Forecaster where she won the Society of Professional Journalists' Sigma Delta Chi Award for Investigative Reporting in 2010. She is also the Chairman of the board for Cornish College of the Arts.Host Rachel Horgan:Rachel is an independent event producer, emcee and entrepreneur. She worked for the Business Journal for 5 years as their Director of Events interviewing business leaders on stage before launching the weekly podcast. She earned her communication degree from the University of San Diego.
Andrea Heuston is the CEO and Founder of Artitudes Design, an award-winning creative agency. She has over 20 years of experience in the design industry and has won several awards such as the Puget Sound Business Journal's 40 under 40, the Annual Enterprising Women of the Year Awards for Enterprising Women Magazine, Cambridge Who's Who, and the Key4Women Achieve Award. Andrea holds a degree in communications and design from the University of Washington. She is a speaker, author, and host of the Lead Like a Woman Show, where she features top women leaders to share their inspirational stories on life and leadership. In this episode… How can adopting an abundance mindset and demonstrating resilience lead to empowerment and success for women in the business world? According to Andrea Heuston, a seasoned entrepreneur and advocate for female leadership, the foundation of success lies in fostering an environment of abundance and resilience. Having overcome significant personal and professional challenges, she emphasizes the importance of abundant thinking not only for personal growth but as a strategy for building a thriving business. Andrea's approach underscores the power of resilience, the value of empathetic leadership, and the impact of supporting women in their entrepreneurial journeys. By leading with empathy and focusing on the collective success of her team and clients, Andrea models how women in business can achieve remarkable outcomes. In this episode of the Financial Clarity podcast, Hannah Smolinski welcomes Andrea Heuston, CEO and Founder of Artitudes Design, to explore empowering women in business through abundance and resilience. They discuss Andrea's entrepreneurial journey, her strategies for overcoming adversity, and her commitment to fostering female leadership.
Top Stories:1. Boeing VP oustedSeattle Times article2. Amazon Seattle headcount decreasedPSBJ article3. Banks aren't foreclosing office building ownersPSBJ article4. Expedia spy camerasGeekwire article5. Harbor Custom Development shuts downPSBJ article6. Audacy reorg plan after bankruptcy Philadelphia Business Journal articleAbout guest co-host Alex Halverson - Reporter, Puget Sound Business Journal:Alex is a reporter for the Puget Sound Business Journal covering major tech employers, law, education, and more. Prior to this role, he covered public safety and courts for the Seattle Post-Intelligencer. He earned his journalism degree from Western Washington University.Thank you to Kamp Social House for allowing us to do our photoshoot in their amazing restaurant. Contact us! Email: theweeklyseattle@gmail.comInsta: @theweeklyseattleWebsite: www.theweeklyseattle.com
Vanessa Laughlin is the Principal and Founder of Banister Advisors, a firm dedicated to assisting individuals and families through complex health crises, elder care, end-of-life bereavement, and estate settlement challenges. With nearly two decades of experience in strategy development, business process improvement, and change management, Vanessa's expertise spans a broad spectrum of professional arenas. She holds an MBA with distinction from the Foster School of Business at the University of Washington and a BA in Economics from Tufts University. Vanessa's leadership and dedication have been recognized, notably as a member of the 2015 Class of Leadership Tomorrow Seattle and as a 2019 Puget Sound Business Journal 40 Under 40 Finalist. In this episode… When faced with a crisis, whether on a personal or business level, the traditional solutions don't always cut it. How can we rethink crisis management to offer more effective support and guidance during these challenging times? According to Vanessa Laughlin, a seasoned expert in crisis management, the key lies in proactive support and a personalized approach. She emphasizes the importance of having a dedicated team of advisors who can step in during these difficult times, offering guidance, resources, and emotional support. Vanessa believes that crisis management should not be a one-size-fits-all solution but rather a customized experience that empowers individuals and organizations to overcome adversity. In this episode of the Financial Clarity podcast, host Hannah Smolinski sits down with Vanessa Laughlin, Principal and Founder of Banister Advisors, to talk about pioneering a new approach to crisis management. They discuss the importance of having a support system in place during crises, the role of empathy and emotional intelligence in Banister Advisor's work, and the significant impact their services have on individuals and businesses.
Depending on who you overhear, conversations surrounding the controversial AI Chat Bot, Chat GPT, may be punctuated with terms like, “groundbreaking!” “paradigm-shifting!” “innovative!” or conversely might be filled with calls of “terrifying!” “mistake!” or “too far!” But peering through either lens, it is hard not to imagine that AI will diminish the necessity for human involvement, human experiences, or human ideas in some sense. Dr. Fei-Fei Li is a computer science professor at Stanford University and founding director of the Stanford Institute for Human-Centered AI. If “Human-Centered AI” sounds like an oxymoron to you, you probably maintain a strong conceptual divide between what is considered “human” and what is “machine.” Yet Li is of a group of scientists who envision a future where AI is designed with the intent to enhance the abilities of and empower real human beings. Li's own story is one of struggle, passion, and resilience. Immigrating from China, her family faced the difficult transition from their home country's middle class, into American poverty. Despite struggling to care for her ailing mother, who worked tirelessly to establish a foothold in their new land, Li maintained a passion and natural aptitude for physics. Now Li is releasing her new book entitled, The Worlds I See. In this reflection on life and AI, the Stanford professor presents a clear explanation of the term artificial intelligence, as well as a personal saga that demonstrates the ardor and creativity involved in producing even the most technical scholarship. Join Dr. Li at Town Hall Seattle, where the AI expert will make a case for human-centric approaches in developing this new technology. Fei-Fei Li is a computer science professor at Stanford University and founding director of the Stanford Institute for Human-Centered AI as well as a founder and chairperson of the board of the nonprofit AI4ALL. She is an elected member of the National Academy of Engineering, the National Academy of Medicine, and the American Academy of Arts and Sciences. Todd Bishop is GeekWire's co-founder, a longtime business and technology journalist who reports on subjects including AI, the cloud, startups, and health technology, plus Amazon and Microsoft, in addition to hosting GeekWire's weekly podcast. A native of Orland, Calif., he has worked as a reporter for publications including The Philadelphia Inquirer, Puget Sound Business Journal, and the Seattle P-I. The Worlds I See: Curiosity, Exploration, and Discovery at the Dawn of AI The Elliott Bay Book Company
Host Bill Radke discusses the week's news with Seattle Times Amanda Zhou, Puget Sound Business Journal's Alex Halverson, and political analyst and contributing columnist Joni Balter.
Host Bill Radke discusses the week's news with The Stranger's Vivian McCall, Puget Sound Business Journal's Alex Halverson, and KUOW's David Hyde.
Do you care about your employees as much as they care about you? Daniel Todd is the CEO of Influence Mobile, a company that specializes in developing products with proprietary algorithms to keep consumers engaged, resulting in higher retention and greater monetization for your apps. In this episode, Daniel talks about the importance of building strong and meaningful relationships with your employees. He highlights the value of hiring people with a growth mindset and how they can positively impact your organization in the future and provides insights on how taking ownership as a leader is essential.
Bill Radke discusses the week's news with Seattle Times Claudia Rowe, Puget Sound Business Journal's Alex Halverson, and Seattle Met's Allison Williams. We can only make Week in Review because listeners support us. You have the power! Make the show happen by making a gift to KUOW: https://www.kuow.org/donate/weekinreview
Bill Radke discusses the week's news with Seattle Times Claudia Rowe, Puget Sound Business Journal's Alex Halverson, and Seattle Met's Allison Williams.We can only make Week in Review because listeners support us. You have the power! Make the show happen by making a gift to KUOW: https://www.kuow.org/donate/weekinreview
Michelle Bomberger is the Founder, CEO, and Managing Attorney at Equinox Business Law Group. As a small business founder and entrepreneur, Michelle understands the emotional and practical aspects of owning and scaling a business, which makes her an effective guide for business leaders in evaluating risk and opportunity in their decision-making. She received her MBA and law degrees from Northwestern University and undergraduate degree from the University of Notre Dame. Michelle serves on the Board of Directors for Bellevue LifeSpring and Youth Theatre Northwest, catering to youths and families in the community. She was honored by the Puget Sound Business Journal as one of its “40 Under 40” in 2012. In addition, she and Equinox Business Law Group were awarded the King County Executive's Woman-Owned Small Business of the Year Award in 2013, along with being listed as one of Puget Sound's 100 Fastest-Growing Private Companies in 2020. In this episode… Balancing a successful legal firm and mastering smart business strategies isn't always straightforward. How does one find the sweet spot between client-focused services and business success? Michelle Bomberger believes it's all about integrating thoughtful legal practice with straightforward, sound business strategies. Her approach isn't just about guiding clients through legal mazes, but also making sure her law firm stands as a model of strategic, effective business management that ensures stability and client satisfaction. In this episode of the Financial Clarity podcast, host Hannah Smolinski sits down with Michelle Bomberger, CEO of Equinox Business Law Group, to unpack the strategies behind building a client-focused legal firm that also runs effectively as a business. They discuss Michelle's approach to client relations, how to build a business-minded law firm, and ways to ensure sustainable growth through intelligent business practices.
In this episode of Money Tales, our guest is Leslie Feinzaig. Leslie grew up in Costa Rica. She describes her family as immigrants to that country who endured hard lives. She came to the US as a Visa-dependent business school student and soon realized that staying here for her career while still tethered to a Visa required her to take jobs with large companies who could sponsor her. This meant continually working for her resume. But Leslie is an entrepreneur at heart, and this was frustrating. Ultimately, she got a Green Card and everything for Leslie shifted. That's when she developed her “What's the Worst that Could Happen” approach that led her to start her own venture capital firm where she's letting her resume work for her. Leslie is the Founder and General Partner of Graham & Walker, an early-stage VC fund investing in women-founded tech companies that solve deeply human problems, and the Female Founders Alliance, the most prominent community of VC-backable women founders in the US. Leslie is a technologist, operator and startup founder described as an "industry trailblazer" by USA Today. Born and raised in Costa Rica, she was named one of Forbes Magazine's Most Powerful Women from Central America, Worth Magazine's Worthy 100, Puget Sound Business Journal 40 Under 40, and Seattle Magazine's Most Influential People. She has a Bachelor's degree from the London School of Economics and an MBA from Harvard Business School. She is an acclaimed contributing writer for Fortune, Fast Company and Techcrunch.
Bill Radke discusses the week's news with Seattle Times Jonathan Martin, PubliCola's Erica Barnett, and Puget Sound Business Journal's Alex Halverson.
In this episode, we talk with Sande Golgart who has had an extensive executive career in sales leadership with leading companies. He is President at Zonez, and previously held the role of Chief Sales Officer at Emagispace, Inc., SVP, Corporate Sales as well as Regional Vice President during his 16-year career at Regus, the world's largest provider of flexible workspace. Golgart is often quoted on real estate issues and trends affecting businesses from start-ups to the Global 1000. He has been featured on Fox Business News, ABC News, Forbes, Los Angeles Times, Sacramento Bee, Seattle Post Intelligencer, Puget Sound Business Journal, and various other media outlets. Tune in to receive the frequency. I love you,Colleen Colleen WebsiteColleen InstagramColleen FacebookSande WebsiteSande LinkedInSupport the show
Matt Iseri is the Founder, President, and CEO of TokuSaku Consulting, a management and technology consulting company driving best-in-class solutions through innovative approaches. He is also the Co-founder of TokuSaku (TS) Solutions, which offers technology solutions for business impact. Having spent over 20 years in the process and project management spaces, Matt has experience in multiple disciplines and industries, including technology, financial services, and healthcare. He was awarded the 40 Under Forty award by the Puget Sound Business Journal and serves on several boards. In this episode… Women are underrepresented in every industry across the globe. How can you uplift female leaders to thrive in their roles and achieve their full potential? To fulfill diversity quotas, women are often hired intentionally for leadership positions. Instead, company executives should identify a potential candidate's promising qualities and provide them with personal and professional development opportunities. As the father of three young girls and a disciplined Judo competitor, Matt Iseri affirms the sport's value in building character and cultivating a supportive environment. He has noticed that more women gravitate to Judo to develop mental toughness. Tune in to this episode of the Lead Like a Woman Show as Andrea Heuston invites Matt Iseri, the Founder, President, and CEO of TokuSaku Consulting and the Co-founder of TS Solutions. Together, they discuss the importance of a supportive environment for women. Matt also explains how Judo cultivates self-discipline, his straightforward approach to supporting women in business, and the definition of TokuSaku.
Brea Starmer is the Founder and CEO of Lions & Tigers, an award-winning professional staffing and workforce solutions partner. As a model of workplace flexibility and equity, Lions & Tigers was recognized as Microsoft's Diverse-Owned Supplier of the Year and Puget Sound Business Journal's Best Workplaces in Washington. Brea advises on numerous boards, including Women in Cloud and WECAN (Women Executive Channel Advisory Network). As an advocate for systemic work evolution, she speaks and coaches on workforce design, flexibility, and the future of work. In this episode… In today's unpredictable labor market, large corporations resort to laying off some full-time executives. Additionally, many women desire flexible, autonomous work environments allowing them to balance multiple roles simultaneously. How can you comply with these demands while maintaining your company's bottom line? As an advocate for independent and unified workspaces, Brea Starmer helps women and other underrepresented groups discover their ideal styles by dismantling the stigma surrounding unconventional work. She encourages businesses to establish a culture operating system that motivates employees to operate at their highest caliber. This necessitates leveraging agency partnerships to outsource diverse talent and align them with meaningful work that suits their skills and promotes career development, innovation, and retention. In today's episode of the Lead Like a Woman Show, Brea Starmer, the Founder and CEO of Lions & Tigers, joins Andrea Heuston for a conversation about independent and blended workplaces. Brea explains how she nurtures high-performing professionals to foster unity, how she advocates for independent and integrated work environments, and how Lions & Tigers supports women and BIPOC individuals in the workplace.
Bill Radke discusses the week's news with Seattle Times Isabella Breda, Puget Sound Business Journal's Alex Halverson, and KUOW's Monica Nickelsburg.
Bill Radke discusses the week's news with political analyst Joni Balter, Puget Sound Business Journal's Alex Halverson, and KUOW's David Hyde.
Bill Radke discusses the week's news with Seattle Times Claudia Rowe, science reporter Jane C. Hu, and Puget Sound Business Journal tech reporter Alex Halverson
This episode of The Jason Cavness Experience is a replay of my talk with Dr. Spencer Cohen - Principal and Founder of High Peak Strategy LLC This episode can be found at the following places Go to www.thejasoncavnessexperience.com for the full episode and other episodes of The Jason Cavness Experience on your favorite platforms. Our Affiliate CavnessHR - CavnessHR delivers HR companies with 49 or fewer people with our HR platform and by providing you access to your own HRBP. www.CavnessHR.com Spencer's Bio Dr. Spencer Cohen is principal and founder of High Peak Strategy LLC, an economics and research consulting firm based in Seattle, Washington specializing in regional economic analysis, international trade research, and U.S.-China relations. High Peak Strategy LLC works with a diverse range of clients, including ports, economic development organizations, engineering firms, industry and trade associations, and local governments. Spencer brings 14 years' experience in consulting, policy, and economic research. He is a 2021-2023 Public Intellectuals Program fellow with the National Committee on U.S.-China Relations and affiliate professor in the Department of Geography at the University of Washington. Spencer is a recognized expert on regional economic analysis, port economic impacts, U.S.-China trade and economic relations, China's economy, industry clusters, and international trade. Dr. Cohen is a frequent public speaker on issues relating to U.S.-China relations, China's Belt and Road Initiative, international trade, industry impact analysis, and regional economic trends. He has written opinion pieces in the South China Morning Post, The Daily Guardian (India), Puget Sound Business Journal, and Seattle Business Magazine. He has been a presenter on U.S.-China relations, trade policy, and the Belt and Road Initiative to various audiences, including the U.S. Heartland China Association and Washington State China Relations Council. Dr. Cohen has a PhD in economic geography from the University of Washington, where his research examined land markets and local government finance in China. His research entailed intensive use of Chinese language government documents and reports, academic research, and news outlets. He has advanced fluency in Mandarin Chinese (spoken and reading). He is a member of the National Committee on U.S.-China Relations and actively involved with the Washington State China Relations Council. We talk about the following among a few other subjects Economic impact modeling High Peak Strategy LLC Supply disruptions China-U.S. relationship China in Africa China-Taiwan Spencer's Social Media Spencer's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/spencer-cohen-phd-%E6%9F%AF%E8%A5%BF%E6%9C%AC-%E5%8D%9A%E5%A3%AB-4651469/ Company Website: https://highpeakstrategy.com/
Loria Yeadon is President and CEO at YMCA of Greater Seattle and the first woman and the first person of color to serve in this role in the 146-year history of the organization. She is an electrical engineer, a patent attorney by trade and training, and an accomplished non-profit and corporate executive with over 35 years of experience leading high-performing teams, managing P&Ls, and serving the community. She champions and advocates for equity and justice for all, especially youth and families in underserved communities. Yeadon currently serves on the Governor's Social Supports Leaders Advisory Group for the State of Washington and on the Board of Directors for the Laird Norton Company. She formerly served on the Board of Directors of TiVo Corporation, Girl Scouts of the USA, Legal Momentum, and Stolen Youth. She was recently honored as a 2021 Women of Influence by the Puget Sound Business Journal and recipient of the 2020 Female Founders Champion Role Model Award. She is also a very proud Shameless Mom to 3 grown daughters. Listen in to Loria share: Her memories during segregation in Virginia and how things are not much different today How her mission to raise her daughters to be world leaders and worlds changers informed her career The impact of the pandemic on the YMCA as they recognized the importance of supporting families in deeply critical ways The “false choice” moms were given in the pandemic What happens in society when affordable childcare is hard or even impossible to access Possible solutions around more affordable childcare Her invitation to young women to move through the world more courageously The very special way you can support the mission of the YMCA The unique mission of the YMCA to be more than a building, but a movement forwarding communities Links Mentioned: Learn more about the YMCA and consider donating: www.seattleymca.org YMCA on FB, IG, Twitter: @YMCASeattle YMCA on LinkedIn Loria on LinkedIn Loria on Twitter Thank you to our sponsors this month: care.com: Get the help you need to make it all work for your family at care.com/book. Full-Time VA: Check out this free training on how to be a virtual assistant that makes full-time income with part-time hours: thefulltimeva.com/Shameless. Owner Amanda Rush Holmes is also including a bonus free guide for SMA listeners - The VA Kickstarter Workbook! Hello Fresh: Get farm-fresh, pre-portioned meals delivered right to your door! Go to HelloFresh.com/shameless65 and use code shameless65 for 65% off plus free shipping! Last Bottle Wines: Get 10% off your order when you use the code SHAMELESS at lastbottlewines.com. Ritual: Ritual's Essential for Women 18+ is a multivitamin you can actually trust. Ritual is offering my listeners 10% off during your first 3 months. Visit ritual.com/shameless10 to start Ritual or add Essential for Women 18+ to your subscription today Rothys: For stylish, comfortable, sustainably made shoes, shop Rothy's. Get $20 off your first purchase at rothys.com/SHAMELESSMOM. StrollerCoaster: A Parenting Podcast!: Need another podcast in your parenting podcast library, check out StrollerCoaster: A Parenting Podcast! wherever you listen to the SMA. Thrive Market: Get groceries and household essentials delivered right to your door. Join Thrive Market today and get 30% off your first order, plus a FREE $60 gift! Go to thrivemarket.com/shameless. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill Radke discusses the week's news with Seattle Channel's Brian Callanan, Seattle Times Claudia Rowe, and Puget Sound Business Journal's Alex Halverson.
Named one of Inc. Magazines Top 100 Female Founders of 2020, Collette Courtion is a distinguished and award-winning consumer marketer, inventor (21 issued patents), and femtech leader who is revolutionizing the $600 billon dollar menopause market with Joylux—the leader in at-home medical devices, personal care products and digital tools for menopausal women experiencing vaginal and sexual health issues. With over 20 years of cross-functional expertise leading consumer product, retail, and medical device companies, she is known as a category creator in the emerging health and wellness space. Prior to founding Joylux and her other two skincare related start-ups, she was a marketing executive with Starbucks responsible for launching and growing the Starbucks Card and Customer loyalty program into a multi-billion-dollar business. Courtion and her companies have earned numerous accolades including the AARP Innovation Lab's Women's Health Award (2021), Angel Capital Association's Most Innovative Company (2019), Best Product of the Year (2003) for Starbucks Duetto Card from Business Week, Top 15 Women of Influence (2009) in Seattle and Top 40 Under 40 leaders (2006) in Seattle from Puget Sound Business Journal. In this episode, Collette discusses the inspiration behind Joylux and how her company is changing the way women take care of their intimate health. Collette started Joylux after experiencing challenges with traditional products on the market and realizing the need for more personalized solutions. Joylux is a leading menopausal platform company offering high-tech home-use medical and wellness devices, digital tools, and products that address menopause-related intimate health concerns such as incontinence, vaginal dryness, sexual function, hot flashes, and other common symptoms. Their hero product is the vFit/ vSculpt device – the first home-use device clinically-validated to improve genitourinary syndrome of menopause using photobiomodulation technology. Joylux products are sold in over 10 countries around the world under the brands Joylux, vFit, vSculpt, Cooling Care, and HER Intimate Care. Our mission is to help women find delight in their lives, through all phases of menopause. Collette emphasizes the importance of taking care of intimate health and the positive impact it can have on overall well-being. She expresses her passion for empowering women to take control of their intimate health and her commitment to continuing to develop innovative solutions to meet the needs of women everywhere. Listen to this Takin' Care of Lady Business episode with Collette Courtion about how she and Joylux are revolutionizing the women's health industry and providing personalized solutions to improve women's intimate well-being. Here is what to expect on this week's show: - The Story of founding Joylux, a company dedicated to providing innovative women's health solutions - Understanding menopause and perimenopause - The challenge of promoting female sexual health products through social media - Securing capital for a business within the sexual health sector - The importance of educating women about perimenopause, with the ultimate goal of breaking down taboos Quotes: “If your OB is saying you're not in menopause yet or you're fine, fire them immediately, if you're over 40. Like that's ridiculous, because you want to get ahead of these things and understand what your body is going through.” – Jennifer Justice “Menopause is a life stage, it's not a disease.” - Collette Courtion “Women should have equal rights with men in terms of our bodies. In terms of how we talk about our bodies, a vagina is really no different than a different than a penis.” - Collette Courtion Connect with Collette, Joylux, and Mommy Matters: www.Joylux.com/ www.Mommymatters.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The most important relationships to live out your company values are with your employees. Can you state your company values from memory? If not, why not? Are you living them out daily? How do you know? Aaron Burnett lives out his company's values every day. As a result, people describe Aaron as “trustworthy,” “astute,” “imaginative,” and “scary smart.” These are rarely adjectives used to describe marketing agency leaders after they have been in the industry for decades. But Aaron walks his talk. Wheelhouse Digital Marketing Group is recognized by INC Magazine as one of the best places to work in the United States, and by both Seattle Magazine and the Puget Sound Business Journal as one of the best workplaces in Washington State. The seeds of Wheelhouse were sown over 25 years ago on the banks of the Bohorok River in Sumatra. You can read that story here. However, if you want inspiration and ideas of how to supercharge your company culture, then join this podcast to hear what Aaron has to say. This is an engaging, inspiring conversation about building a thriving culture that is infused with helpfulness, generosity, and joy. Don't miss it. Manage2Win: https://www.manage2win.com/podcast Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/41rIZOQO0BY9BF0LaamZHg Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-manage-2-win-podcast/id1451236899 Google Podcast: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9tYW5hZ2Uyd2luLmxpYnN5bi5jb20vcnNz ------- This Manage 2 Win Podcast episode is brought to you by Habitly. I (David) review Habitly best practices regularly, and teach these essential people skills to clients weekly. This advice has changed my life, and made millions for our clients. I started developing Habitly content in 2004. Habitly's powerful best practices have now been taught to thousands of people worldwide. For instance, you can learn how to Create time in your day; Get more from meetings; Stay calm; Achieve significant targets; and Become a great leader. Simply study and apply the expert knowledge provided in Habitly courses and micro-learning episodes. Whether you're just out of college, or someone with over 20 years work experience, learn the habits of highly successful people on Habitly. Test drive Habitly for 7 days on us! This includes full access to the entire Habitly knowledgebase – www.habitly.com.
Learn more about Jeffrey Pfeffer and where you can buy or listen to his books: JeffreyPfeffer.com EPISODE 12 – Lucinda Stewart, Partner, Spencer Stuart Lucinda Stewart shares the inspiring ways, throughout her career and life, that she has successfully made her way in traditionally male-dominated fields like sports, business, and the Bering Sea. A true example of a business person who embodies the 7 Rules of Power, Lucinda shows how getting others to want to help you on your career journey is integral to success. Lucinda shares insights on: Formative experiences of often being the only woman in certain situations The impact her father's attitude toward her limitless abilities has on her Climbing Mount Constance at age 13 Working on a fishing boat in the Bering Sea How the fishing boat got her an instant hire position at Morgan Stanley Why we are all capable of doing way more than we think we can do The person she befriended for protection in a dangerous situation Tips on getting people to help and support you Why developing other people is the favorite part of her job How she got into the Northwestern MBA program after being turned down Pushing the envelope and pushing through Her successful initiative to bring more women on boards in Seattle Her push-up contest with Jeff Bezos The credibility of brand Being fearless for a cause or good reason Her logic behind training for her first half Ironman As a spouse and mother, setting examples and boundaries to balance work The interesting story behind marrying her husband GUEST BIO: Lucinda Stewart is based in Seattle and is a member of the Private Equity, Healthcare and TMT practices. Lucinda works with many leading Private Equity firms and focuses exclusively on private equity backed executive searches. She specializes in healthcare services and healthcare IT, and the majority of her work is placing CEO and CFOs in leading platforms for her clients. Lucinda brings a career of experience as a PE backed multi-site operator at National Surgery Centers where she ran Corporate Development, a Private Equity investor for a top Healthcare PE firm, Frazier Healthcare, and an investment banker in Donaldson Lufkin & Jenrette's healthcare M&A group. Lucinda was named “40 Under Forty” by Puget Sound Business Journal, has served on the Mercy Corp Venture Board, and is currently on the Investment Committee of SpringRock, a HCIT venture capital fund. She earned her M.B.A. from The Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University and her B.A. from University of Puget Sound, where she was recruited to play soccer. www.linkedin.com/in/lucindastewart/ Produced by The MunnAvenuePress.com
Bill Radke discusses the week's news with freelance journalist Joanne Silberner, Puget Sound Business Journal's Alex Halverson, and Seattle Times Elise Takahama.
Andrea Heuston is the CEO and Creative Principal of Artitudes Design, an award-winning creative agency. She has over 20 years of experience in the design industry and has won several awards such as the Puget Sound Business Journal's 40 under 40, the Annual Enterprising Women of the Year Awards for Enterprising Women Magazine, Cambridge Who's Who, and the Key4Women Achieve Award. Andrea holds a degree in communications and design from the University of Washington. She is a speaker, author, and a volunteer who helps plan, purchase, prepare, and serve meals for the members of The Matt Talbot Center. Andrea is also the host of the Lead Like a Woman Show where she features top women leaders in order to share their inspirational stories on life and leadership. In this episode… Having hosted many guests on the Lead Like a Woman Show, Andrea Heuston has learned numerous lessons about leadership, growing a business, and supporting other entrepreneurs. Over the last year, she has talked with inspiring women who have overcome many challenges to build billion-dollar businesses and conquer their fears. Andrea has also interviewed various men who work tirelessly to support women and level the playing field across gender lines. This past year's lineup includes powerhouse entrepreneurs and thought leaders like Rosalyn Taylor O'Neale, Warren Rustand, and Dame Stephanie (Steve) Shirley, who have been empowering and elevating others to greatness. In this episode of the Lead Like a Woman Show, host Andrea Heuston is joined by Dr. Jeremy Weisz, the Co-founder of Rise25, to talk about some of the most impactful interviews she has hosted over the last year. They discuss tips for building a business, supporting women in leadership, and the power of the mindset. Tune in to hear remarkable stories from incredible go-getters around the world!
As a Managing Principal, James is responsible for the development and execution of corporate strategies, marketing, and property acquisitions. James has been actively investing in multifamily and single-family units in the Puget Sound region for over 12 years and has led his team to over 3,000 transactions. His over a decade of experience investing in multi-family and single-family units in the Puget Sound region has guided Heaton Dainard to more than 131 million in sales volume from 265 transactions in 2021. James has received multiple awards and recognition for his role in growing Heaton Dainard into one of Washington's Fastest Growing Private Companies in 2013, 2014, 2015, and 2016. Puget Sound Business Journal also recognized James as a 40 under 40 honoree. [00:01 - 13:30] BRRRR Investing: How to Avoid Common Mistakes Doing a BRRRR deal in a bad market from preparation to full implementation Mitigating the risk of BRRRR deals by providing budgeting and contractor referrals Buying a property at a discount and adding value to it to increase its value, then refinancing [13:31 - 21:24] Tips for Success in BRRRR Investing Be aware of the bank requirements for financing and seasoning a loan Understand the repairs that will be necessary to bring the property up to its appraised value How banks look for signs of over-inflated values or missed opportunities to improve the property [21:25 - 28:45] Closing Segment A quick break for our sponsors The first step to growing your wealth is tracking your wealth, income spending, and everything else about your finances. You can start tracking your wealth for free and get six free months of wealth advisor. Learn more about Personal Capital at escapingwallstreet.com What is the best investment you've ever made other than your education?His first deal James Dainard's worst investments A massive short on Tesla stocks What is the most important lesson you've learned in business and investing?Pick the right partners and relationships Connect with James Dainard through Instagram, BiggerPockets Podcast, YouTube, and https://jamesdainard.com/. Invest passively in multiple commercial real estate assets such as apartments, self-storage, medical facilities, hotels, and more through https://www.passivewealthstrategy.com/crowdstreet/ Participate directly in real estate investment loans on a fractional basis. Go to www.passivewealthstrategy.com/groundfloor/ and get ready to invest on your own terms. Join our Passive Investor Club for access to passive commercial real estate investment opportunities. LEAVE A REVIEW + help someone who wants to explode their business growth by sharing this episode or click here to listen to our previous episodes Tweetable Quotes: “You have to understand the construction costs. And if you don't, you really want to make sure you get a home inspection on your property and then try to get a bid from a contractor during that feasibility or inspection timeline because that's going to tell you where your numbers are if you don't already know them.” - James Dainard “Make sure that your partners or anybody you're working with have the same integrity and have the same core values. And also, they have the same work ethic… Your potential growth is unlimited when you have the right team around you. And the most important person in your team is your partner.” - James Dainard
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