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On this week's Security Sprint, Dave and Andy covered the following topics:Opening:• 27th Annual TribalNet Conference & Tradeshow, 20 – 24 Sep, Dallas, TX• 02 Jun! WaterISAC H2OSecCon (Virtual Conference)Main Topics:Exploitation! and the KEV! • CISA Adds One Known Exploited Vulnerability to Catalog - CVE-2026-9082 Drupal Core SQL Injection Vulnerability• Drupal security advisory (AV26-492) - Update 2 - Canadian Centre for Cyber Security • CISA orders feds to patch actively exploited Drupal vulnerability - BleepingComputer • CISA Adds One Known Exploited Vulnerability to Catalog - CVE-2026-48172 LiteSpeed cPanel Plugin Privilege Escalation Vulnerability• CISA gives feds 4 days to patch actively exploited cPanel plugin flaw - BleepingComputer • CISA Adds One Known Exploited Vulnerability to Catalog - CVE-2026-0257 Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS Authentication Bypass Vulnerability• Palo Alto Networks Security Advisory AV26-462 — Canadian Centre for Cyber Security • ETR: Rapid7 Observed Exploitation of PAN-OS GlobalProtect Authentication Bypass Vulnerability CVE-2026-0257 — Rapid7 Ransomware & Data Breaches: • The Cyber Extortion Economy - Palo Alto Networks Unit 42 - 28 May 2026 “As recently noted by our Chief Security Intelligence Officer, Wendi Whitmore, it only took 39 seconds for threat actors to move from initial access to data exfiltration in one case.” • Stay Ahead of Ransomware: What 2026 Threat Reports Are Telling Us — SANS Institute — 01 Jun 2026• Charter Communications Data Breach Could Impact Nearly 5 Million • How St. Paul, Minn., Recovered From a Ransomware Attack • FBI FLASH - Silent Ransom Group Impersonating IT Personnel through Social Engineering - FBI IC3 & FBI warns of in-person data theft attacks from extortion gang • Charter confirms data breach after ShinyHunters extortion threat • The Gentlemen ransomware: Dissecting a self-propagating Go encryptor • The Gentlemen Ransomware Group Is Scaling Faster Than Any Other Group on Record • The Gentlemen (Ransomware) in Disguise: Defense Evasion and other TTPs World Cup:• FBI PSA - Threat Actors Spoofing FIFA Websites in Advance of the 2026 World Cup - FBI IC3 • FAA Establishes No Drone Zones for FIFA World Cup 2026 Stadiums, Fan Events and Base Camps — FAA • Column: Empower Emergency Managers for Major Events • Ebola concerns grow ahead of World Cup — The Hill Quick Hits:• The Future of AI Risk: Predictions for 2027 and Beyond - Gate 15 - 26 May 2026 • Top 10 Artificial Intelligence Security Actions Primer — Canadian Centre for Cyber Security • Mythos Exposes a Bigger Problem in Critical Infrastructure Cyber Defense - HSToday • NSA Launches Zero Trust Implementation Guidelines Resource Webpage — National Security Agency • Designing secure access with ZTNA - National Cyber Security Centre • The 2026 U.S. Midterms Have a Cyber Problem, But It's Not at the Ballot Box — Check Point & Hackers are already laying groundwork to disrupt 2026 midterms, research says — Nextgov • 'Holding our breath': Hurricane season is here, and FEMA is shorthanded — Politico

BEEF I've been saying for weeks to stay ahead of your needs, and I'm going to reiterate, stay ahead of your needs, as demand does seem to be ticking up a bit. Weekly harvest is not moving up to help meet that demand. Last week's harvest was 528K head, down from the prior week's 535K head. While middle meats are struggling to move higher, ground beef is on the march higher every day. Retail ground beef is now averaging over $7/# for the first time…ever. I don't see this backing off any time soon. Increases in chucks and rounds are very modest but they are moving higher again. Thin meats, briskets, flanks, sirloin flap, are showing some weakness, we could see a correction on this over the next couple of weeks, but it will be pretty minor. Staying with the theme, keep ahead of your needs. POULTRY Boneless Skinless breasts decline again for next week. Getting to be a pretty big spread between breast meat and tenderloins, tenderloins holding pretty steady. Wings holding steady next week too. Production continues over last year running almost 3% up from over last year. Breast meat is turning into a great value as the price declines. On the Avian flu beat, a really good week, two new cases totaling 11,600 ducks.  GRAINS Corn declined this week, closing today at $4.62 down from last week's $4.75 close. Wheat was showing signs of a bit of a run, but that is about done, we could see wheat decline over the next couple weeks. Soy was actually showing some weakness, until Tuesday this week, soy is now on the move higher. This could be short lived, but right now, soy oil is moving up.  PORK Pork bellies bottomed out last week at $104. Today's close $112. Still a great value for this time of year, I'm buying bacon. Summer is typically a high demand time for butts and ribs, and both are moving up steadily. Loins continue to be a great protein value. DAIRY CME Last week the CME looked like it was going to move overall lower. This week thru Thursdays close, butter is up 3 while block and barrel both declined another 5 cents. We'll keep watching but I don't see much to push higher in the short term. Savalfoods.com | Find us on Social Media: Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, LinkedIn

Stay Ahead of the Comms Curve! As discussed in this week's news review, modern public relations requires a bold, adaptive approach to narrative building and corporate communication. To ensure your skills remain razor-sharp in an evolving digital landscape, don't miss PRmoment's AI in PR Masterclass. Learn how to ethically and effectively leverage cutting-edge artificial intelligence tools to supercharge your campaigns, streamline insights, and manage modern brand reputations.

In this episode of The Moos Room, Brad discusses spring pasture challenges in western Minnesota, including dry conditions, temperature swings, and slowed grass growth. With summer heat on the horizon, the focus shifts to heat stress in dairy cows and how precision technologies, especially internal bolus sensors, can help farmers identify problems earlier.Brad shares observations from cows monitored with Smaxtec boluses, including rumination, internal body temperature, and water intake data. He also reviews research from the University of Minnesota herd showing that rumination may start dropping at lower temperature-humidity index levels than traditional industry thresholds suggest. Conventional cows showed rumination declines around a THI of 64, while pasture-based organic cows showed declines closer to 58.The episode highlights why waiting for milk production losses may be too late when managing heat stress. Instead, rumination, body temperature, water intake, shade, cooling systems, and feeding strategies can all play a role in protecting cow comfort and performance before visible signs of heat stress appear.Questions, comments, scathing rebuttals? -> themoosroom@umn.edu or call 612-624-3610 and leave us a message!Linkedin -> The Moos RoomTwitter -> @UMNmoosroom and @UMNFarmSafetyFacebook -> @UMNDairyYouTube -> UMN Beef and Dairy and UMN Farm Safety and HealthInstagram -> @UMNWCROCDairyExtension WebsiteAgriAmerica Podcast Directory 

Send us Fan Mail“Welcome back to Let's Talk About Pools. Today, I'm joined by Carrie Dibrell to talk about Service Industry News and why staying up to date on trends, news, and industry insights is a game changer for pool service techs in the field.Before we dive in, a quick thank you to our podcast sponsor, Pool Brain, for supporting the show.If you want to stay ahead and sharpen your knowledge, this episode is for you. Let's dive in.”Strategic Podcast Sponsor:  Pool Brain

In this episode of The Career Transition Experts, we cover how Artificial Intelligence is reshaping the hiring process and how savvy job seekers can use the same tools hiring managers are using to get ahead of the competition.Key strategies covered in this episode:Navigating AI screening: Understand how employers are using AI to screen hundreds of resumes and get down to a shortlist of 10 to 20 candidates, and what that means for youResume formatting trick: Learn why leading your resume header with your target job title before your name is getting candidates noticedInterview prep with AI: Use the job description to generate likely interview questions, then prepare bullet-point responses so you're never caught off guardMock interview strategy: How to simulate a real interview with a friend using AI-generated questions  even before you have an interview scheduledResearch your hiring manager: Use Claude or ChatGPT to research the hiring manager or recruiter across LinkedIn, industry publications, and beyondTapping the hidden job market: Why companies are advertising less and turning to social media, and how to find opportunities before they're postedVideo cover letter: How a short, authentic video can make you immediately more relatable and memorable than any resume aloneOur guest, Michael Neece, is a Chief Product Officer at Bowmo Inc and Interview Mastery.Michael is a TEDx speaker and former Interview Master at Monster.com who has also appeared and contributed on NBC, ABC, CBS, Fox News, Financial Times of London, The Wall Street Journal, MSNBC, and NY Times. He works with job-seeking executives and consults to hiring companies to improve their hiring processes. You may contact him at michael.neece01@gmail.com.If you're interested in how to apply these insights to gain traction in your job search, let's schedule a FREE Resume and Strategy Review session - click here for more information.

Louisville & Southern Indiana Real Estate Is Moving—Are You Positioned to Capitalize? The real estate markets across Louisville and Southern Indiana are moving with purpose—and timing has become a critical advantage. For those considering selling, exploring buying opportunities, or monitoring shifts in interest rates and property values, waiting is no longer a passive option. In today's environment, hesitation can mean a missed opportunity. The most successful buyers and sellers are not reacting to the market—they are strategically positioning themselves ahead of it. Bob Sokoler, leading We Sell Louisville, brings decades of local market expertise to every client interaction. Bob and his team focus on helping clients protect equity, identify opportunities early, and execute with confidence in a market that rewards preparation and precision. Stay Ahead with Local Market Intelligence Real estate decisions require more than general information—they require relevant, timely insight. The Louisville Real Estate Show with Bob Sokoler, hosted by Bob, airs every Sunday from 8:30 to 9:00 AM on 840 WHAS. Each week, Bob Sokoler delivers focused, data-driven analysis on: Home values Mortgage trends Inventory shifts Investment opportunities This is not broad commentary—it is actionable intelligence designed by Bob Sokoler to help listeners make confident real estate decisions in real time. Gain Clarity Before Making Understanding market position should be clear and data-driven. Through WeSellLouisville.com, Bob Sokoler provides access to insights tailored to each property, neighborhood, and client goal—empowering clients to move forward with confidence rather than uncertainty. A Strategic Advantage with We Sell Louisville Success in a fast-moving market requires a defined strategy and experienced guidance. Sellers benefit from Bob's targeted marketing strategies, strategic positioning, and a results-focused approach designed to maximize value and exposure. Buyers gain a competitive edge through Bob's market intelligence, early opportunity identification, and decisive execution. Bob and the We Sell Louisville team operate with a foundation of preparation, precision, and performance—key drivers of successful outcomes. Take the Next Step The market is already in motion. The advantage belongs to those who are prepared to act with the right strategy and guidance. To move forward with clarity and confidence, connect with Bob Sokoler and the We Sell Louisville team today. Contact Information: Bob Sokoler 10525 Timberwood Circle Louisville, KY 40223 WeSellLouisville.com bob@WeSellLouisville.com (502) 376-5483

In the May episode of Together We Win, MRA PresidentSteve Clark and VP Kerry Miller sit down with Jack Bardy of Wildlife Hospitality Group to talk about what it takes to keep a nearly 20-year institution like The Beehive relevant in Boston's ever-evolving dining and nightlife scene. From the staying power of The Beehive to the energy behind the group's newer concepts like Cósmica and Spy Bar, the conversation explores how restaurateurs are navigating today's landscape while appealing to guests across generations.

Tribes in Wisconsin are celebrating that state’s new law that gives them exclusive control over sports betting in the state, but a similar attempt to secure tribal control of sports betting fell flat in Oklahoma. Both actions come as prediction market companies like Kalshi and Polymarket are raking in hundreds of millions of dollars offering wagers on nearly everything including sports. One attorney says prediction market companies pose an existential threat to Native American gaming. We’ll speak with tribal leaders and Native academics about the legal and political fight over ground in the multi-billion dollar sports betting market. Also, President Donald Trump's move to reclassify marijuana to a less restrictive status is a win for the Omaha Tribe. The tribe is working to open a medical marijuana operation after tribal council voted in 2025 to legalize medical marijuana on tribal lands, but the effort continues to face roadblocks, including the Nebraska governor, who has opposed legalization. GUESTS Tehassi Hill (Oneida), chairman of the Oneida Nation and vice chairman of the Indian Gaming Association Jeff Crawford (Forest County Potawatomi), attorney general for Forest County Potawatomi Community Patrice Kunesh (Standing Rock Sioux descent), professor of law at the University of New Mexico and fellow at The Brookings Institution Gary Pitchlynn (Choctaw), professor of law at the University of Oklahoma Amanda Hallowell (Omaha), cannabis commission chairwoman for the Omaha Tribe John Cartier, attorney general for the Omaha Tribe Break 1 Music: Porcupine Singers' Song (song) Porcupine Singers (artist) Alowanpi – Songs Of Honoring – Lakota Classics: Past & Present, Vol. 1 (album) Break 2 Music: Bad Dude (song) Joe H Henry (artist) Real Things (album)

Why EVERY Homeowner Should Blur Their House on Google Street View and Your Questions Answered! Louisville & Southern Indiana Real Estate Is Moving—Are You Positioned to Capitalize? The real estate markets across Louisville and Southern Indiana are moving with purpose—and timing has become a critical advantage. For those considering selling, exploring buying opportunities, or monitoring shifts in interest rates and property values, waiting is no longer a passive option. In today's environment, hesitation can mean a missed opportunity. The most successful buyers and sellers are not reacting to the market—they are strategically positioning themselves ahead of it. Bob Sokoler, leading We Sell Louisville, brings decades of local market expertise to every client interaction. Bob and his team focus on helping clients protect equity, identify opportunities early, and execute with confidence in a market that rewards preparation and precision. Stay Ahead with Local Market Intelligence Real estate decisions require more than general information—they require relevant, timely insight. The Louisville Real Estate Show with Bob Sokoler, hosted by Bob, airs every Sunday from 8:30 to 9:00 AM on 840 WHAS. Each week, Bob Sokoler delivers focused, data-driven analysis on: Home values Mortgage trends Inventory shifts Investment opportunities This is not broad commentary—it is actionable intelligence designed by Bob Sokoler to help listeners make confident real estate decisions in real time. Gain Clarity Before Making Understanding market position should be clear and data-driven. Through WeSellLouisville.com, Bob Sokoler provides access to insights tailored to each property, neighborhood, and client goal—empowering clients to move forward with confidence rather than uncertainty. A Strategic Advantage with We Sell Louisville Success in a fast-moving market requires a defined strategy and experienced guidance. Sellers benefit from Bob's targeted marketing strategies, strategic positioning, and a results-focused approach designed to maximize value and exposure. Buyers gain a competitive edge through Bob's market intelligence, early opportunity identification, and decisive execution. Bob and the We Sell Louisville team operate with a foundation of preparation, precision, and performance—key drivers of successful outcomes. Take the Next Step The market is already in motion. The advantage belongs to those who are prepared to act with the right strategy and guidance. To move forward with clarity and confidence, connect with Bob Sokoler and the We Sell Louisville team today. Contact Information: Bob Sokoler 10525 Timberwood Circle Louisville, KY 40223 WeSellLouisville.com bob@WeSellLouisville.com (502) 376-5483

‘Palm-Sized' Spider Spreading Across the U.S.—Should You Be Worried? and Your Questions Answered! Louisville & Southern Indiana Real Estate Is Moving—Are You Positioned to Capitalize? The real estate markets across Louisville and Southern Indiana are moving with purpose—and timing has become a critical advantage. For those considering selling, exploring buying opportunities, or monitoring shifts in interest rates and property values, waiting is no longer a passive option. In today's environment, hesitation can mean a missed opportunity. The most successful buyers and sellers are not reacting to the market—they are strategically positioning themselves ahead of it. Bob Sokoler, leading We Sell Louisville, brings decades of local market expertise to every client interaction. Bob and his team focus on helping clients protect equity, identify opportunities early, and execute with confidence in a market that rewards preparation and precision. Stay Ahead with Local Market Intelligence Real estate decisions require more than general information—they require relevant, timely insight. The Louisville Real Estate Show with Bob Sokoler, hosted by Bob, airs every Sunday from 8:30 to 9:00 AM on 840 WHAS. Each week, Bob Sokoler delivers focused, data-driven analysis on: Home values Mortgage trends Inventory shifts Investment opportunities This is not broad commentary—it is actionable intelligence designed by Bob Sokoler to help listeners make confident real estate decisions in real time. Gain Clarity Before Making Understanding market position should be clear and data-driven. Through WeSellLouisville.com, Bob Sokoler provides access to insights tailored to each property, neighborhood, and client goal—empowering clients to move forward with confidence rather than uncertainty. A Strategic Advantage with We Sell Louisville Success in a fast-moving market requires a defined strategy and experienced guidance. Sellers benefit from Bob's targeted marketing strategies, strategic positioning, and a results-focused approach designed to maximize value and exposure. Buyers gain a competitive edge through Bob's market intelligence, early opportunity identification, and decisive execution. Bob and the We Sell Louisville team operate with a foundation of preparation, precision, and performance—key drivers of successful outcomes. Take the Next Step The market is already in motion. The advantage belongs to those who are prepared to act with the right strategy and guidance. To move forward with clarity and confidence, connect with Bob Sokoler and the We Sell Louisville team today. Contact Information: Bob Sokoler 10525 Timberwood Circle Louisville, KY 40223 WeSellLouisville.com bob@WeSellLouisville.com (502) 376-5483

Hey friends- Summer is coming, and with it usually comes a shift in rhythm. The structure of the school year starts to loosen, schedules change, and it can feel like things get a little more reactive at home. In this episode, I'm walking you through the monthly calendar reset I've been using in my own home. It's not perfect, and it might not all be for you—but it's helped me stay a step ahead instead of constantly playing catch up. I share how I gather everything going on for the month, build it into my calendar in a way that actually accounts for real life, and then make it visible for my family so we're not scrambling day to day. I also talk through why I look for white space in our weeks, and how I use a simple weekly reset to feel more prepared going into each week. This isn't about doing it “right” or adding more to your plate. It's just one way to create a little more structure so your home can feel more supported—especially heading into summer. If things have been feeling a little scattered lately, or you're trying to get ahead before schedules shift, I hope this gives you a place to start.

The marketing department is shrinking from the bottom up, and most fractional CMOs are running straight into the part that's getting cut. In this episode, Casey breaks down the one quality that separates the CMOs who keep their seat from the ones AI is about to replace, and it isn't strategy, an AI tool stack, or a $29 a month SaaS tool you build on the weekend. It's leadership. The bigger picture is that AI is shifting the entire stack. Manus can run meta ads. ChatGPT Image 2.0 handles the creative. Claude can rip headlines on demand. The implementer roles are vanishing, compute costs are climbing, and the models are getting nerfed in real time. What stays valuable is the human with taste, discernment, and the spine to be accountable when something breaks. The chef tasting the sauce, not the line cook making it. The CMOs who'll thrive are the ones who can sit beside the CEO and the CFO in a quarterly meeting and own the outcome with the same weight everyone else owns theirs. Key Topics Covered: Why "leadership" is the one quality separating long tenured fractional CMOs from the ones who churn out every six months The BP CEO and Deepwater Horizon, and what real responsibility looks like inside a marketing department How to tell if a business actually needs a CMO or just needs leads (and why the dentist example matters) Why the marketing department is shrinking from the bottom up and which roles AI is eating first The role of taste and discernment in a marketing landscape full of AI generated slop How Casey raised his rates 50% on a single client and got hired anyway  

EPISODE 705 - Jane Loeb Rubin - I run like the wind to stay ahead of my disease - living, family, writing - my refugeIn this captivating episode, author Jane Loeb Rubin shares her inspiring journey from healthcare executive to acclaimed historical fiction writer, sparked by her 2009 ovarian cancer diagnosis linked to a genetic mutation inherited from her great-grandmother Matilda. Living in Morristown, New Jersey, Rubin penned her debut essay memoir Almost a Princess before diving into a four-book series tracing Matilda's family from late-19th-century New York through World War I and into Prohibition-era 1924. Titles like Threadbare, In the Hands of Women, Over There, and the upcoming Mayhem in the Mountains blend meticulous research—three months upfront, ongoing fact-checking, and author's notes—with vivid details on Gilded Age fashion, tenement life, suffragette struggles, and medical horrors, including brutal cancer treatments misread as venereal disease.Rubin immerses listeners in WWI innovations like frontline X-rays and blood transfusions that boosted survival rates, drawing from soldiers' letters that reveal immigrant platoons—disproportionately Italian and Jewish—forging unbreakable bonds across ethnic divides, dissolving neighborhood silos for true American assimilation. Personal family ties fuel her work: grandfathers in WWI, father and uncles in WWII, all silent on war's traumas. Her Matilda Fund has raised $83,000 for Ovarian Cancer Research Alliance, with royalties supporting trials like one at Mayo Clinic; her granddaughter's recent cupcake drive pushed it higher.Through female-centered tales of immigration, medicine, and resilience amid bootleggers, KKK incursions in the Catskills, and women's rights battles, Rubin honors forgotten voices. Her website offers book club questions, events, and reading lists.Key Takeaway: Historical fiction illuminates our shared humanity—fear, pain, and progress unite us across eras—urging appreciation of hard-won rights and guardrails against division.https://www.janeloebrubin.com/Send us Fan MailSupport the show___https://livingthenextchapter.com/podcast produced by: https://truemediasolutions.ca/Coffee Refills are always appreciated, refill Dave's cup here, and thanks!https://buymeacoffee.com/truemediaca

Episode 29:  In this episode, Jim Ray sits down with digital marketing expert Bill Reynolds to break down the growing importance of ADA website compliance and the WCAG 2.1 guidelines. They discuss how new regulations impact businesses, especially those receiving government funding, and outline key deadlines for 2026 and 2027. Bill explains how accessibility goes beyond basic features, requiring structural and technical adjustments to ensure all users can navigate a website. The conversation highlights common compliance gaps, including PDFs, images, and user interface elements. They also explore the risks of non-compliance, including potential fines and legal exposure. Bill shares practical solutions, including ongoing monitoring and third-party validation tools to maintain compliance. Jim emphasizes the importance of proactive action rather than waiting until deadlines approach. The episode ultimately encourages business owners to treat accessibility as both a legal requirement and an opportunity to better serve their audiences. Jim Ray: Welcome to Grow for It. It's a podcast for small business owners, managers, and professionals. The goal is to give me a chance to work with the space between your ears on your mindset to help you focus on the things that really matter to your success. I want to enable you to concentrate on pursuing your vision, setting meaningful goals, and engaging in the day-to-day activities that will have the biggest impact.  Thanks for tuning in. I want to go ahead and introduce a friend of mine. This is Bill Reynolds. He is the founder and president of Element502. They're a digital marketing agency here in Louisville, although they work with clients all across the country, including several of mine and my website as well. Bill, thanks for coming in. Bill Reynolds: Hey, thanks for having me. Jim Ray: Well, I tell you what, a while back I got a flyer or saw some kind of information about a new ADA compliance issue that popped up that I knew was going to affect my clients, and you're kind of my go-to guy on this kind of stuff. So I asked you to come in and we wanted to talk about this. Back in 2024, the DOJ really kind of finalized though the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines WCAG 2.0, and this is Level AA, so it was like double secret probation stuff we're dealing with. Anyway, the biggest issue is right now a lot of people are exposed due to ADA non-compliance issues that potentially can lead to some serious fines coming up. But there are two different timeframes that we're going to be worrying about right now, the 2026 version, and then we'll talk a little bit more about the 2027, which is going to bring in people like me as a consultant, more service-based type professions in particular, a lot of law firms are eligible for this issue. So Bill, why don't we back up a little bit and kind of just talk about what is this Web Content Accessibility Guideline issue? Why is it here? Bill Reynolds: Sure. And the acronym is WCAG, so if you hear me say it, that's the very short term. Basically what the government came out with their guidelines was that your website needs to be ADA compliant and accessible just like your brick and mortar. So when you go to a new building, it's got ramps, it's got handicap accessible bathrooms, it's got counter height. There's all kinds of things about width of different doorways of aisleways, all these things. That's the accessibility so that everyone can access your building. Now, in older buildings, there's always a grandfather and there's some rules around it because again, it's not saying it's okay to make it inaccessible, but there's also a burden of cost, a burden of things. And so the government did the same thing for websites, and so they said, Hey, your website needs to be compliant. And you mentioned it, the 2026, it's April of 2026 is the deadline for anybody who basically, the simplest way is if you get money from the government, you need to be compliant. So that's going to be a lot of your healthcare, especially whenever you get Medicare, Medicaid, any of these government assistance programs that are in there. If you're housing and you get government assistance for housing and authority, if you are a school, municipality, public parks, any of these things, those all are supposed to be because they want to make sure that your website is accessible and easy to use just like your brick and mortar would be for any of your customers. Jim Ray: When you and I go to a website, I mean obviously we can see what's on the screen. We can dink around, we can click different things. We can fill out forms, but somebody that has some disabilities has some other challenges, may not be able to read it, may not be able to hear different things that are on there. So again, the ADA compliance issue is a great thing. I mean, it's really going to open up the web to a lot of people who up to now have struggled to some point. The good news is this is just one more layer that allows us to make sure that even structurally, it's not just the overlays that you have to worry about. This is something that actually gets into the coding and the structure, which is again, why I always use you as my go-to guide and say, Hey Bill, what are we dealing with here? Bill Reynolds: Yes. And because a lot of times you'll see, you'll go to a website and people just think like, oh, well it's for sight-impaired people, so they're going to use a screen reader. Well, that's just one of a whole litany of different disabilities as defined by the Department of Justice, as defined in this WCAG. One of them I always point out is even ADHD is covered in this WCAG. And so focus banners, all these things have to be in there. And it's not just the website itself, it's any content that you make available. So if you have PDF downloads, those have to be accessible by a screen reader and different things. And a lot of times the built-in print to PDF function, that's in a lot of our computers, whether it's on MAC or PC, where you can print as a PDF, it technically creates a PDF, but that PDF is not ADA compliant. It has too much extra information on it. There's some cleanup that has to happen in there for it to truly be compliant. And any piece of content that you serve from your website is covered just as much as the website. As far as this WCAG 2.0 compliance issue. Jim Ray: As I was reading through some of this, they were even talking about the images on the website. From an SEO standpoint, for years we've used data that kind of tells the internet, Hey, this is what this picture is. But a lot of people don't do that. So that alt image text, a lot of people still don't do that, but that is now being enforced under this compliance issue. So these are not simple fixes. I mean, they're not, oh my gosh, my website is completely wrong, but there are some things now that we need to as a society move forward to. And now the DOJ is going to be coming in saying, yeah, we're going to help you with that compliance issue and we're going to back it up with some fines. Bill Reynolds: Well, yeah, and I mean it goes to color contrast, layout, any kind of movement that's on your website or sound, those have to be able to be turned off, especially whenever we look for any kind of flashing or anything like that that turns into some of our compliance over flashing images, those kinds of things. All of these things are covered. And like you said, it's nothing that means that you usually, you don't have to tear the site down completely and rebuild depends on how old the technology is because some of these things we can go in behind it.  It's just kind of like digging a basement in the house. It's already there. You can do it. Jim Ray: Okay, it's doable, but it's probably not something you as an individual want to take on yourself. There are so many different layers and aspects to this.  Bill, you have a service. And that's another reason when I called you up to say, Hey, we share some clients together. And I said, are any of our clients going to be affected? And most importantly, it's my website going to be affected. And you said, actually, we already have a plan together for this. And that's where you explained to me what your capabilities are and I wanted to share that with the audience today. Would you walk us through what that is? Bill Reynolds: Sure. And I tell everybody the service we use is accessiBe. And if you want to try to go and do it yourself, you're welcome to. I don't hide any of it. What accessiBe does is it puts a script on your website. If you go to my website or any of the websites we protected, it's a little button down in the bottom right-hand corner. It's a little accessiBe guy. It's like a little stick figure guy. You can click on it. Inside of there, there's a whole lot of options on the website to be able to change it to where it's accessible for you. But the biggest thing that's important in there is the statement. It's the security statement at the top. Every month accessiBe scans the website and gives us a compliance statement that says that this website has been marked compliant, WCAG 2.1, it's a third party that does that verification for us, and they give you a certificate that's valid for every month. Now we scan it twice a month so that if there's any changes, and so this helps with any kind of content changes, new pages, new posts, maybe you're even putting up new PDFs, those kinds of things, it will catch those and flag those. It doesn't put that on the front of the website where it says, Hey, our website's compliant except for this. That's not what we put out there. But it does allow us to be able to be notified to be able to go in and make updates or changes to your site. Because once we put the script on, it runs for a couple of days on a new install, it runs for about five days. It's crawling through all the site. It's watching user interaction. It's doing all these things. At the end of that week, we log back in, it tells us, okay, here's what I can fix on my own, and this is it being the AI. Here's what it can fix on its own. Here's where it's going to need people, and then here's our verification that we have to have. So when we do that, now you're getting compliance 24/7. You've got a third party that's going to put their seal of approval on it and go. Now I've ran into, just as a heads up, and I tell you, accessiBe, because accessiBe is a company that we're partnered with. I use them all the time. I would highly recommend them, especially even if you're another company that's going to go out and do the exact same service, please use theirs because there are a lot of plugins or different add-ons that you can get off the web that will say they're "accessible." It is for accessibility for this. Well, that's just like me building my own ramp to get into my house and say, yeah, I'm accessible now. Well, that's not how that works. There's code. There's all these different rules to it. It's not just is there a ramp, it's how long, what's the rise? All these different things come into there, and that's just for a handicap ramp and you're supposed to get another certificate of inspection to be able to say that it was built correctly. So I can do it myself, but that doesn't make me compliant. And so I warned that because, and we did this the other day. I had a friend that had their website redone and she was talking to me and I was talking about this very thing. She said, oh, no, no, no, I remember you talking about that before. So I had my new company make sure that my site was compliant. And I said, well, let's just run it through my check. And so I ran it through the check. Big red X site is not compliant because their widget, they had just had very basic things on it. But it's almost like saying that you speak Spanish, but really all is how to say, my name is Jim and have a good day. Well, you're not a Spanish speaker or just running it through Google Translate. That's not a true experience. And so the same kind of thing whenever we're talking about a compliance, it's black and white. The judge is not, there's not a judge here to go, well, you tried really hard, Jim. It's a pass fail. That's it. And so there is no gray, there's nothing there. Jim Ray: Well, and Bill, I'm glad you said that because there are a lot of us who actually contribute content to client websites. So if you've got a vendor who's actually uploading something to your website, you don't know if they suddenly have caused an issue for you that you're not even aware of. Because again, every new piece that goes up has to pass this inspection, if you will, this compliance-proofing to make sure that hey, it qualifies that it meets the standards. So if you're someone like me, I want to go to my clients first of all and say, Hey, let's run a check. Let's see where we are and what we need to deal with. And I'm assuming it's going to flag individual issues that we might need to address. Or does it just say, no, the website's not compliant. Good luck. Bill Reynolds: It does. It does give individual. Now, full transparency, because I'm a partner vendor, my report has more detail on it than just, if you go to their site, you get the report, but it still tells you, here are all the different pieces that are there. And the other reason I recommend accessiBe is because I've seen this too. If you scan your website and your website is not compliant, accessiBe is going to send you a note and say, Hey, you should probably get this compliant. And here's our stuff. Honestly, when I first got into this several years ago, we did a search, found a vendor ran the site that had asked us for help with through their check. I get a phone call from their salesperson. I'm expecting to.  I said, I'm not really sure. We're still looking this out. And Jim, the guy, actually, this is a paraphrase, but it's really close. Wow. So you're not going to go with us. It sure would be a shame if somebody was to report your website as being noncompliant. And I said, well, hold on just a second. I asked him. I'm like, are you actually telling me you're trying to do a shakedown? If I don't sign your contract today, you're going to report us? Oh, no, no. That's not what I'm saying. I'm just saying it sure would be a shame if that was to happen. That's not these accessiBe people. They are truly a diverse population of folks with all kinds of different abilities across the board that believe in making the internet accessible for everybody. So it's a mission and a passion for them, not just a check and a compliance. Jim Ray: Fantastic. Well, Bill, let me ask you this. If somebody's watching this or listening to this, if they're listening to the audio version, what is the best way for them to engage with Element502 and have you all at least run this screen? Bill Reynolds: Oh, sure. So the PDFs that are on the table here that we have, we'll make those available through the podcast. You'll be able to get ahold of those. It's got our contact information on there. Reach out to me at Element502.com. There's a Contact Us. Just tell us that you need to have an ADA compliance check. There's no cost to that. I'll run it, I'll put it through. Or you can go to accessiBe and go through theirs. They will gate all that content and make sure that you sign up to be able to get an email and some other emails from them. But that's their first part. And then from that, then we can say, okay, here's where you're looking at and where you're going. Our costing on this, it's pretty affordable, Jim. We start at $500 just to do the install of the widget… Jim Ray: But the scan's free? Bill Reynolds: The scan is free, correct. But if you say, Hey, I want to use you. It's $500 for us to install the widget to get it on there, we run it through. Barring anything that's major that would require a big rebuild of part of the site will give you that list back. That's usually covered under the $500 that's in there because a lot of it, the widget's going to be able to do. And in an ongoing basis, we're going to be able to quickly go in because we build websites all day. That's something that we can do better. And then we do $50 a month for the monitoring. And with that $50, that's us keeping your license alive with accessiBe. It's running the compliance. We're watching for the reports coming out because it tells us if anything falls out of compliance and then be able to alert you and say, Hey, here's something that we can do or we need to charge for this. But all that's agreed upon upfront. We don't like surprise bills, anything like that. And this is not a shakedown from us to try to get more money or to back channel anything. It's just simply as the rules change, as this compliance changes, as all these things are there and more and more content shows up, we're just trying to keep you safe. Jim Ray: And guys, I've worked with Bill for many years. Again, he does my website, but I've brought in numerous clients that I've worked with over the years. I've been doing this for about 20 years, and Bill's team is very easy to work with. I'm not saying he's the only one out there that can do it, but I mean, I trust Bill because I've used him over and over and over, and he already had a program like this up and going when I just barely learned about the idea and said, Hey Bill, should we have a conversation for our clients? And they were already on it. I mean very, very professionally run organization. Bill, congratulations. And it's just one of those things that it's not just a nice to do. This is a need to do. Again, the DOJ is putting fines and they are going to be putting some other enforcement behind this. So you really want to be careful. So again, we are talking about the WCAG 2.1, Level AA issue that's out there in 2026, right now there's already an issue. But 2027, that's when the law firms, consultants and some others are really going to need to have this done. And it's not something you want to do right at the deadline because again, it may take a little time to get you in that green zone, if you will. So the sooner the better to have this conversation. Bill Reynolds: Yeah, the April 2027 deadline, that's really going to be more of a spotlight than a deadline. Technically right now everybody's supposed to be compliant. There's still just a lot of grace to be able to work through and to be ready. So that April of 2027 though, that's kind of where the government said, Hey, you've had a year and a half. Jim Ray: We've gone far enough. Bill Reynolds: Yeah, we gave you a year and a half to figure this out. So your poor planning is not our problem now. Jim Ray: Exactly. Exactly. And again, this is something that a lot of us aren't necessarily thinking about. Maybe we've paid somebody to build a website, we assume, hey, everything's working fine, not having an issue. But because we don't maybe necessarily deal with these disability issues and these compliance issues because maybe we don't have a visual problem or maybe we don't have a hearing problem, other people are not the same as us. And so, we want to be really careful to make sure that they can take full advantage of not only the internet, but also the services that we may offer. So again, this is a really good opportunity and I want to thank you, Bill. I want to thank you for your time and your company's attention to this. Again, you guys are always right on that edge leading the way, and I really enjoy partnering with you. So, thanks for your time. Bill Reynolds: Thanks Jim. Appreciate it. Jim Ray: Friends, if you have any other questions or you need some follow up, feel free to check my website out at JimRayConsultingServices.com. And I look forward to talking to you soon. Thanks for your time.

AI is moving fast. So why are so many fractional CMOs spending their nights vibe coding SaaS tools that nobody's paying for? In this episode, Casey draws a hard line between eating your dinner and eating dessert — and explains why most marketers are choosing the wrong one.   He breaks down the two camps: the ones who feel behind and don't know how to talk about AI without sounding lost, and the ones who can't stop tinkering long enough to close a client. Neither extreme wins. What wins is knowing enough to lead — and selling that leadership at a price that reflects it.   But here's the positioning trap Casey flags early: don't walk into a prospect conversation rattling off a hundred AI use cases like you're reading from a feature list. The CMO who says "I do a thousand things with AI" gets tuned out. The CMO who says "here are the three things I'd tackle with AI so we don't have to hire for them" gets hired. Specificity is confidence. Overwhelm is not.   Because AI doesn't have taste. It doesn't have discernment. It doesn't have experience. And without those three things in the room, your client is already heading toward a slop loop — generating garbage that looks like growth until it isn't. That's why the market needs you more right now than it ever has, not as the person who builds the tools, but as the person who decides whether to use them.   Key Topics Covered:   The two camps fractional CMOs fall into — and why both are leaving money on the table What the "$6 Uber era" of AI compute means for how fast you need to move with clients The three things AI will never have — and why your clients are paying for exactly those What a slop loop looks like before it becomes obvious (and why it's your job to see it coming) Why vibe coding gives you dopamine but not dollars How to talk about AI in a pitch without overwhelming a prospect or underselling yourself The one-line positioning shift that turns "you're smart" into "I want to bet on you"  

Most homeowners think HVAC systems just “stop working.” That's not how it happens.Breakdowns start long before the unit quits — with small warning signs that are easy to ignore. Airflow drops. Run times get longer. Energy bills creep up. And before you know it, you're dealing with a full system failure in the middle of the hottest week of the year.In this episode, we walk through what's really going on inside your system, the signs most people miss, and what it actually takes to stay ahead of expensive repairs and replacements. If you're planning to stay in your home for the next several years, this is one conversation you don't want to skip.Because the difference between a simple fix and a costly emergency usually comes down to timing.

AI isn't just making marketing faster—it's completely changing how it works. In this episode, Clark Newby sits down with Angus Robertson, founder of Outcome Marketing, to break down what that shift actually looks like in practice.Angus Robertson, a former CMO and now founder of Outcome Marketing, shares how he went all-in on AI—and why most marketers are still approaching it the wrong way. With over 20 years of experience in B2B SaaS and go-to-market strategy, Angus has worked with founders and leadership teams to build systems that drive real outcomes, not just activity.This conversation goes beyond surface-level AI talk. Angus walks through how he evolved from using tools like ChatGPT to building full applications, diagnostics, and even AI agents that integrate directly into workflows. What used to take months can now be done in days—and often better.-----CONNECT with us at:Website: https://leadtail.com/Leadtail TV: https://www.leadtailtv.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lead...Twitter: https://twitter.com/leadtailFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/Leadtail/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leadtail/----00:00 – Marketers Must Choose How Deep to Go with AI00:58 – Introduction & Guest Background in B2B Marketing02:34 – From CMO to Building a New Marketing Framework05:00 – Why AI Changed Everything for Marketing Leaders06:50 – The AI Tech Stack Shift (Winners vs Losers)11:05 – Real AI Use Cases: From Chatbots to Building Apps14:10 – Creating AI Agents and Automating Workflows15:50 – How to Help Teams Adopt AI the Right Way19:04 – The Rise of Niche AI Apps & Domain Expertise22:34 – Why AI Won't Fix Bad Marketing Fundamentals24:50 – Best Resources to Learn and Stay Ahead in AI28:20 – Where to Find the Book & Final Takeaways#b2bmarketing #b2b

What if the current AI disruption isn't something to get through—but something to use? If you've been watching the sweeping changes happening with AI right now and wondering how your business will survive, this episode offers a lifeline. You'll hear how some people are already expanding in this environment—and what they're seeing that others aren't. In this episode, you'll discover: Why staying steady matters more than trying to predict what's coming next What to pay attention to right now if you want your offers to land The shift that makes your work stand out—even as AI and automation accelerate Press play to ground yourself, see what's actually happening, and make smarter moves in a changing landscape.  

As a Fractional CMO, you're not supposed to do everything. So who — or what — does? In this episode, Casey breaks down the five-resource allocation framework: the exact model he uses to staff a marketing department without becoming the person who handles it all. He walks through each layer in plain terms — full-time hires, contractors, agencies, fractional talent, and AI agents. When to use each one. Where they break down. And how to sequence them so your 10 hours of CMO time actually multiplies into 40, 80, or more hours of output. The goal isn't to be cheaper. It's to be faster. But here's the trap Casey flags early: don't walk into a client engagement waving your AI toolkit like a merit badge. The CMO who leads with "look what I can automate" is solving the wrong problem. Your job is to build a marketing department that works — full-time people as the foundation, everything else layered on top when it earns its place. Agents aren't automations. Agencies aren't contractors. And your client's bookkeeper definitely isn't your fractional CFO. The distinctions matter, and Casey makes them clear. Key Topics Covered: What a "marketing technician" is — and why it's your ideal first hire The Upwork trick that tells you if a contractor is quoting you honestly Why agencies are mercenaries (and when that's exactly what you need) The difference between an automation and an agent — and why your clients need to understand it How to use AI to replace tasks, not people — and move your team to the next layer Why you should never let a six-month agency renewal sneak up on you The dangerous place CMOs end up when they become the "AI person" on the team  

Markets are heating up this Monday as geopolitical tensions and massive tech rallies collide. In this episode of the Hot Options Report, Mark Longo breaks down a wild session where Tesla (TSLA) reclaimed its throne at the top of the options leaderboard with 2.84 million contracts traded. Despite whispers of a blockade in the Strait of Hormuz driving oil past $100, the equity options tape remained focused on high-growth tech and massive individual movers. We dive into the unusual activity fueling Oracle's (ORCL) 12% surge, the parabolic "rampage" in Intel (INTC), and the last-minute expirations that left some paper "sweating" in Nvidia (NVDA) and Microsoft (MSFT). Inside This Episode: The Lucky 7 Scan: A deep dive into PG&E (PCG), Repligen (REPL), and the SPDR S&P Bank ETF (KBE)—names where volume exploded to 7x their daily average. Tesla's Dominance: How the 355-strike calls became the hottest ticket in the market as TSLA pushed toward $353. Big Tech Breakdown: * Micron (MU): Why paper is betting on a run to $450 by the end of the week. Intel (INTC): With the stock up 65% year-to-date, are traders finally stepping in front of the freight train? Oracle (ORCL): Breaking down the 644,000 contracts that followed today's double-digit breakout. Ouchie of the Day: A look at the Meta (META) and Apple (AAPL) 0DTE (zero days to expiration) plays that went down to the wire. Stay Ahead of the Tape: Check out the full scan results and more data-driven insights at TheHotOptionsReport.com . Join the Conversation: Follow us on the Options Insider Radio Network and download our app on iTunes or Google Play to never miss a trade.

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AI isn't just changing how marketers work — it's changing who gets to work at all. In this episode, Casey goes live inside Claude Code and builds a full conference PowerPoint from a single prompt. The product is fake. The lesson is very real.   He walks through the whole thing in plain language — no coding, no agency, no waiting. Deck built. Formatting fixed. Converted to a scrollable website. Uploaded to a server. And the whole time, the bigger point is hanging in the air: if you can do this, what exactly are you still paying people to do?   But Casey pumps the brakes. Nerding out on AI tools is the dessert. Winning clients, commanding premium rates, and solving big problems — that's the meal. The CMOs pulling $40–50K a month aren't the ones with the coolest tech stack. They're the ones who knew when to pick up the tool and when to put it down.   Key Topics Covered: - Why Casey calls this "separation season" — and which side of it you want to be on - What Claude Code can do that writing LinkedIn posts with AI cannot - How to build, fix, and iterate on AI outputs using plain language - The automation vs. agent distinction your clients actually need - Why choosing one platform and committing beats chasing the best tool - Why AI is dessert — and what the meal is for Fractional CMOs​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ 

Is AI just another tech trend, or is the window for competitive advantage closing? In this episode, we explore why waiting to adopt AI is becoming a massive career and business risk. We discuss the widening divide between the “AI fluent” and everyone else, how small daily use compounds into massive leverage, and why you […]

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Updating Your Home? Prices Just Went Through the ROOF...Plus your questions answered! Louisville & Southern Indiana Real Estate Is Moving Fast — Are You Ready? The Louisville and Southern Indiana housing market doesn't pause for anyone. Whether you're weighing a sale, searching for your next home, or simply trying to make sense of shifting interest rates and property values, one thing is clear: waiting rarely works in your favor. The Sokoler Team at simpler.realestate has spent decades helping buyers and sellers move strategically — not scramble reactively — through every kind of market this region has seen. Stay Ahead with the Louisville Real Estate Show Every Sunday from 8:30 to 9:00 AM on 840 WHAS, we cut through the noise and get straight to what matters. The Louisville Real Estate Show isn't about speculation or filler — it's real data, sharp local analysis, and actionable strategies covering everything from home values and mortgage trends to inventory shifts and investment opportunities. If it affects your equity or buying power, we're talking about it. Get Answers Before You Need Them You shouldn't have to wonder what your home is worth or whether now is the right time to buy. Visit LouisvilleQuestions.com for immediate, neighborhood-specific insights and expert guidance tailored to your situation. Smart decisions start with accurate information — and that's exactly what we deliver. What the Sokoler Team Brings to the Table Sellers work with us for a reason: aggressive marketing strategies, deep local expertise, and a relentless focus on maximum return. Buyers rely on us because we know how to find the right home at the right price, even in a fast-moving market. The result is a team that's earned its reputation as Kentucky's hardest-working in real estate. When you're ready to move from "thinking about it" to "making it happen," we're ready to go to work for you.

We're in separation season—and Casey wants you to feel that. In this episode, he breaks down why the rise of AI isn't just a productivity upgrade, it's a fundamental reshaping of entire industries. The fractional CMOs who thrive won't be the most experienced. They'll be the ones who understand what's actually happening and move accordingly.   Casey walks through the legal world's e-discovery transformation as a case study—what used to take two months and a team of paralegals can now be done in 48 hours. That's not an efficiency gain. That's a category collapse. And the same thing is coming for your clients' industries. Your job is to figure out where, and get there first. Key Topics Covered: - Why Casey calls this moment "separation season"—and what that means for your book of business  - How AI is collapsing entire job categories, not just streamlining them  - Why using AI to write social media posts is like using a knife to pick your teeth  - Why chasing the "best" AI tool is a distraction from the real work  - Why keeping your options open is actually the weakest move  - What fractional CMOs should be doing with their thinking time right now 

Zillow's Home Improvements That Can Instantly Boost Your Home's Value and your questions answered! Louisville & Southern Indiana Real Estate Is Moving Fast — Are You Ready? The Louisville and Southern Indiana housing market doesn't pause for anyone. Whether you're weighing a sale, searching for your next home, or simply trying to make sense of shifting interest rates and property values, one thing is clear: waiting rarely works in your favor. The Sokoler Team at simpler.realestate has spent decades helping buyers and sellers move strategically — not scramble reactively — through every kind of market this region has seen. Stay Ahead with the Louisville Real Estate Show Every Sunday from 8:30 to 9:00 AM on 840 WHAS, we cut through the noise and get straight to what matters. The Louisville Real Estate Show isn't about speculation or filler — it's real data, sharp local analysis, and actionable strategies covering everything from home values and mortgage trends to inventory shifts and investment opportunities. If it affects your equity or buying power, we're talking about it. Get Answers Before You Need Them You shouldn't have to wonder what your home is worth or whether now is the right time to buy. Visit LouisvilleQuestions.com for immediate, neighborhood-specific insights and expert guidance tailored to your situation. Smart decisions start with accurate information — and that's exactly what we deliver. What the Sokoler Team Brings to the Table Sellers work with us for a reason: aggressive marketing strategies, deep local expertise, and a relentless focus on maximum return. Buyers rely on us because we know how to find the right home at the right price, even in a fast-moving market. The result is a team that's earned its reputation as Kentucky's hardest-working in real estate. When you're ready to move from "thinking about it" to "making it happen," we're ready to go to work for you.

Iran's top military leadership dismissed Donald Trump's claims that the Islamic republic was ready to make a deal, the US president appears to make abrupt policy pivots based on swings in oil prices, and the EU's trade commissioner says time is running out to stop the World Trade Organization from fading into irrelevance. Plus, how worried should investors be about the caps on redemptions at private credit funds?Mentioned in this podcast:Iran's military leaders dismiss Donald Trump's deal claimsIran war tests Donald Trump's tolerance for ‘pain' in oil marketMeta and Google liable for social media harm to children's mental health in landmark US caseWTO risks sliding into irrelevance, EU trade commissioner warnsPrivate credit's game of footsie is getting riskierAres limits withdrawals from $10.7bn private credit fundNote: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts Today's FT News Briefing was hosted and edited by Marc Filippino, and produced by Henry Larson, Victoria Craig and Sonja Hutson. Our show was mixed by Kelly Garry. Additional help from Gavin Kallmann. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Cheryl Brumley is the FT's Global Head of Audio. The show's theme music is by Metaphor Music.Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In today's episode of the Consumer Finance Monitor Podcast Show, our host, Ballard Spahr's Alan Kaplinsky, was joined by colleagues Steven Burt and Melanie Vartabedian to explore a rapidly evolving and increasingly complex area of consumer financial services: residential solar finance. Building on prior discussions of the broader solar finance landscape, this episode zeroes in on the regulatory and litigation developments that are reshaping the residential solar market in real time. The discussion highlights how an industry that experienced explosive growth over the past decade is now facing heightened scrutiny from regulators, enforcement agencies, and private litigants alike. From Rapid Growth to Market Headwinds As Steven explained, the residential solar industry expanded dramatically between 2015 and 2022, driven by: Federal and state tax incentives Declining equipment costs Innovative financing models Aggressive direct-to-consumer sales strategies Growth peaked around 2023, but the market began to slow in 2024 and beyond due to several converging factors: Changes to net energy metering policies (particularly in California) Rising interest rates impacting financing affordability Supply chain constraints Increased emphasis on battery storage solutions Federal policy shifts, including reduced support for renewable energy and changes to tax credits These developments have forced industry participants to adapt quickly—often while still operating under legacy business models that are now attracting scrutiny. A Surge in Government Investigations and Enforcement One of the most significant themes discussed in the podcast is the sharp rise in government scrutiny. State attorneys general and consumer protection agencies across the country have launched investigations and enforcement actions targeting: Direct-to-consumer sales practices Marketing representations about energy savings and tax benefits Long-term financing structures, particularly loan-related fees A notable inflection point came in 2024, when the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) issued a spotlight on solar financing, identifying risks such as: Alleged "hidden" dealer or platform fees Misleading claims regarding tax credits Misrepresentations about system performance and savings Since then, enforcement activity has expanded across numerous states, with additional investigations ongoing. Notably, even local regulators—such as New York City's Department of Consumer and Worker Protection—have begun to assert jurisdiction, signaling a broader and more aggressive enforcement landscape. Private Litigation: Class Actions and the "Dealer Fee" Controversy Parallel to government activity, private litigation has surged. Melanie Vartabedian highlighted two major waves of litigation: 1. Earlier Cases: Sales Practices Initial lawsuits focused on: Unauthorized credit checks (FCRA claims) High-pressure or deceptive sales tactics Misrepresentations about tax savings and energy production 2. Current Wave: Financing Structures More recent cases center on dealer fees (also called platform or financing fees), with plaintiffs alleging that: ·        These fees are effectively hidden finance charges ·        They should be disclosed under the Truth in Lending Act (TILA) Courts in Minnesota have allowed these claims to proceed past motions to dismiss, rejecting arguments—at least at the early stage—that such fees are merely "seller's points" exempt from disclosure. While these rulings are preliminary, they have: ·        Opened the door to costly discovery ·        Encouraged additional class actions and enforcement cases ·        Created significant uncertainty regarding how courts will ultimately resolve the issue The Expanding Role of the FTC Holder Rule Another important litigation risk involves the FTC Holder Rule, which allows consumers to assert claims against loan holders that they could assert against installers. This creates potential exposure for: ·        Lenders ·        Secondary market participants ·        Securitization investors Although liability is generally capped at the amount of the loan, the rule can still create substantial risk, especially where plaintiffs seek rescission of contracts. Practical Guidance for Industry Participants The speakers emphasized that companies operating in the residential solar space must take proactive steps to manage risk. Key recommendations include: 1. Strengthen Compliance and Oversight Conduct comprehensive reviews of sales and marketing practices Ensure clear, accurate, and compliant disclosures Align legal and compliance teams with customer service functions to identify emerging issues early 2. Enhance Dealer and Partner Management Perform rigorous upfront diligence on third-party installers and sales organizations Implement ongoing monitoring and auditing Act quickly to address complaints or misconduct 3. Improve Transactional Transparency Reassess how pricing and fees—particularly dealer fees—are structured and disclosed Evaluate potential exposure under TILA and state consumer protection laws 4. Conduct Portfolio-Level Risk Assessments Carefully diligence solar loan portfolios prior to acquisition Consider litigation and regulatory risks embedded in originated assets 5. Stay Ahead of Policy and Enforcement Trends Monitor federal, state, and local regulatory developments Engage with industry groups and legal advisors Anticipate—not react to—regulatory changes What Lies Ahead: The Next 18–24 Months Looking forward, the panelists expect: Continued and expanding enforcement activity, particularly at the state level More class actions and private litigation, fueled by early court rulings Greater clarity regarding dealer fee treatment, as courts begin to rule on the merits Increased scrutiny of sales practices, especially those involving third-party dealers Importantly, the regulatory and litigation environment is unlikely to ease in the near term. Instead, companies should expect more investigations converting into enforcement actions and greater coordination among regulators. Key Takeaways As Alan Kaplinsky summarized, the message for industry participants is clear: ·        The residential solar market is entering a more challenging and regulated phase ·        Government scrutiny and private litigation are rising in tandem ·        Compliance, transparency, and oversight are no longer optional, they are essential Companies that proactively adapt to this new environment will be far better positioned than those that wait to respond under the pressure of an investigation or lawsuit. Consumer Finance Monitor is hosted by Alan Kaplinsky, Senior Counsel at Ballard Spahr, and the founder and former chair of the firm's Consumer Financial Services Group. We encourage listeners to subscribe to the podcast on their preferred platform for weekly insights into developments in the consumer finance industry.  

In this week's episode of The Venue Rx Podcast, host Jonathan Aymin sits down with Artūras Asakavičius, co-founder of Breezit, to explore the future of AI in the wedding and events industry.Artūras shares how artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming venue management, marketing, and customer interactions, giving venue owners a clear, no-fluff perspective on what's coming and how to stay ahead. He dives into the shifting landscape of traditional platforms like The Knot and WeddingWire, and what their evolution means for the industry as a whole.He also explains how AI assistants are reshaping both the customer journey and the venue owner experience, along with practical strategies for optimizing your website for AI-driven discovery and LLM searchability. Artūras breaks down the real-world impact of Breezit's AI tools on lead management and conversions, and what will ultimately set venues apart as AI adoption continues to accelerate.About Our Guest: Artūras Asakavičius is a tech entrepreneur, investor, and the co-founder and CEO of Breezit, a modern platform transforming how people discover and book event venues and vendors. Originally from Lithuania, Artūras began his career as a finance lawyer at a leading Baltic law firm before pivoting into entrepreneurship, driven by a desire to build innovative, tech-enabled solutions. He went on to co-found a renewable energy startup in Australia, gaining international experience before exiting the business and turning his attention to the events industry. The idea for Breezit was born while planning his own wedding, where he recognized a major gap in the market, an outdated, opaque booking process lacking transparency and efficiency. Under his leadership, Breezit has grown into one of California's largest event venue marketplaces, offering real-time pricing, instant booking capabilities, and AI-powered search tools that streamline the planning experience for couples and event organizers. Artūras brings a diverse background spanning law, fintech, clean energy, and startups, and is known for his focus on innovation, transparency, and customer-centric product design. In addition to leading Breezit, he is also an active angel investor and advisor, supporting emerging technology ventures.Find Him Here: Website: https://breezit.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justbreezit/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JustBreezitTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@justbreezitLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/arturasasakavicius/

13 MUST-HAVE ITEMS YOU NEED BY YOUR FRONT DOOR And your questions answered! Louisville & Southern Indiana Real Estate Is Moving Fast — Are You Ready? The Louisville and Southern Indiana housing market doesn't pause for anyone. Whether you're weighing a sale, searching for your next home, or simply trying to make sense of shifting interest rates and property values, one thing is clear: waiting rarely works in your favor. The Sokoler Team at simpler.realestate has spent decades helping buyers and sellers move strategically — not scramble reactively — through every kind of market this region has seen. Stay Ahead with the Louisville Real Estate Show Every Sunday from 8:30 to 9:00 AM on 840 WHAS, we cut through the noise and get straight to what matters. The Louisville Real Estate Show isn't about speculation or filler — it's real data, sharp local analysis, and actionable strategies covering everything from home values and mortgage trends to inventory shifts and investment opportunities. If it affects your equity or buying power, we're talking about it. Get Answers Before You Need Them You shouldn't have to wonder what your home is worth or whether now is the right time to buy. Visit LouisvilleQuestions.com for immediate, neighborhood-specific insights and expert guidance tailored to your situation. Smart decisions start with accurate information — and that's exactly what we deliver. What the Sokoler Team Brings to the Table Sellers work with us for a reason: aggressive marketing strategies, deep local expertise, and a relentless focus on maximum return. Buyers rely on us because we know how to find the right home at the right price, even in a fast-moving market. The result is a team that's earned its reputation as Kentucky's hardest-working in real estate. When you're ready to move from "thinking about it" to "making it happen," we're ready to go to work for you.

In this episode of Treasury Beyond Borders, Rahul Badhwar (HSBC) provides valuable insights on how corporates can navigate uncertainty across rates and currency volatility.  Our guest explores practical strategies for risk management, stress-testing risk frameworks, and leveraging AI for thorough, reliable forecasting. Tune in to learn how treasurers can stay resilient, safeguard margins, and adapt to uncertainty in today's dynamic markets.

Miltrim Farms in Athens, Wisconsin, is a family operation that has grown from its 1988 roots into a powerhouse milking 3,000 cows. David Trimner tells Stephanie Hoff about how they use technology and conservation research to promote sustainability, including measuring carbon through the Professional Dairy Producers' Your Farm, Your Footprint program. After all, carbon seems to be becoming the next big frontier for the modern dairy farmer, as told by David.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Canadian singer-songwriter Adam Wendler joins the podcast to share one of the most fascinating journeys in modern music. From the shores of Lake Huron to the streets of Germany—where he spent years honing his craft as a busker—Adam has now found a "seamless fit" in the heart of Nashville. In this episode, we go behind the scenes of his 2022 album Motions and its 2023 raw counterpart, Motions (Acoustic). Adam also breaks down the lightning-in-a-bottle moment of co-writing the global smash "Austin (Boots Stop Workin')" and how he transitioned from his first band, Fermented Oranges, to becoming a multi-platinum songwriter. Beyond the hits, we discuss the emotional lessons he carries from his late father, the grit required to start a career busking, and how he knows a melody is "the one" when he's humming into a voice memo. Stay Ahead of the Curve: Join The Vanguard, our weekly newsletter. Every Friday, I send you 5 new songs you need to hear. Sign up at: jrodconcertsmedia.com __ Support The Show: Cheerios: Try Cheerios Protein! https://www.cheerios.com/shop-protein-bundle Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are You Paying WAY Too Much for Homeowners Insurance? And your questions answered! Louisville & Southern Indiana Real Estate Is Moving Fast — Are You Ready? The Louisville and Southern Indiana housing market doesn't pause for anyone. Whether you're weighing a sale, searching for your next home, or simply trying to make sense of shifting interest rates and property values, one thing is clear: waiting rarely works in your favor. The Sokoler Team at simpler.realestate has spent decades helping buyers and sellers move strategically — not scramble reactively — through every kind of market this region has seen. Stay Ahead with the Louisville Real Estate Show Every Sunday from 8:30 to 9:00 AM on 840 WHAS, we cut through the noise and get straight to what matters. The Louisville Real Estate Show isn't about speculation or filler — it's real data, sharp local analysis, and actionable strategies covering everything from home values and mortgage trends to inventory shifts and investment opportunities. If it affects your equity or buying power, we're talking about it. Get Answers Before You Need Them You shouldn't have to wonder what your home is worth or whether now is the right time to buy. Visit LouisvilleQuestions.com for immediate, neighborhood-specific insights and expert guidance tailored to your situation. Smart decisions start with accurate information — and that's exactly what we deliver. What the Sokoler Team Brings to the Table Sellers work with us for a reason: aggressive marketing strategies, deep local expertise, and a relentless focus on maximum return. Buyers rely on us because we know how to find the right home at the right price, even in a fast-moving market. The result is a team that's earned its reputation as Kentucky's hardest-working in real estate. When you're ready to move from "thinking about it" to "making it happen," we're ready to go to work for you.

Casey's heard the question too many times: What should I take on from the client's plate? In this episode, he explains why that's the wrong question entirely—and what a CMO should be asking instead. Real strategic thinking doesn't start with what exists. It starts with where the company wants to go and what's actually required to get there. Everything else is just inherited chaos.    Casey also walks through one of his favorite mental models—the customer pyramid—and why starting at the tip (people with cash in hand, ready to buy) is almost always the right first move. Fancy funnels, brand campaigns, TikTok strategies—none of it matters if you haven't nailed the simple, direct thing first. That's your starting point. Key Topics Covered: - The wrong question marketers ask when stepping into a new client engagement—and the right one  - Why Casey killed a client's podcast and never missed it - The customer pyramid: how to sequence your way from ready-to-buy all the way down to the uneducated market  - The "power offer" framework from Joel Erway—and why direct beats clever every time  - Squatty Potty as a masterclass in when to educate the market  - Why Rube Goldberg marketing fails—and why boring, simple, and expert wins  - The underrated value of asking clients: "What worked before—and why did you stop?"  - How AI tools like Claude Code are changing what a CMO can execute without a dev team 

Water Is Sneaking Into Your Home Like THIS! and Your Questions answered! Louisville & Southern Indiana Real Estate Is Moving Fast — Are You Ready? The Louisville and Southern Indiana housing market doesn't pause for anyone. Whether you're weighing a sale, searching for your next home, or simply trying to make sense of shifting interest rates and property values, one thing is clear: waiting rarely works in your favor. The Sokoler Team at simpler.realestate has spent decades helping buyers and sellers move strategically — not scramble reactively — through every kind of market this region has seen. Stay Ahead with the Louisville Real Estate Show Every Sunday from 8:30 to 9:00 AM on 840 WHAS, we cut through the noise and get straight to what matters. The Louisville Real Estate Show isn't about speculation or filler — it's real data, sharp local analysis, and actionable strategies covering everything from home values and mortgage trends to inventory shifts and investment opportunities. If it affects your equity or buying power, we're talking about it. Get Answers Before You Need Them You shouldn't have to wonder what your home is worth or whether now is the right time to buy. Visit LouisvilleQuestions.com for immediate, neighborhood-specific insights and expert guidance tailored to your situation. Smart decisions start with accurate information — and that's exactly what we deliver. What the Sokoler Team Brings to the Table Sellers work with us for a reason: aggressive marketing strategies, deep local expertise, and a relentless focus on maximum return. Buyers rely on us because we know how to find the right home at the right price, even in a fast-moving market. The result is a team that's earned its reputation as Kentucky's hardest-working in real estate. When you're ready to move from "thinking about it" to "making it happen," we're ready to go to work for you.

Casey has been tinkering with AI tools for years—paying for subscriptions, defaulting to ChatGPT, getting marginal value. Then February 5th, 2026 happened. That's when Opus 4.6 dropped, and something clicked. In this episode, Casey breaks down what finally changed, why it matters more to CMOs than anyone's talking about, and why the demarcation between before and after is real—whether you feel it yet or not.   Casey also isn't pulling punches. He's watched AI make him mentally lazier, seen what it's doing to the developer job market, and felt the tension between moving fast and staying sharp. The risks are real—and so is the opportunity. The CMOs who win from here won't be the ones who waited to feel ready. They'll be the ones who got their hands dirty first. Key Topics Covered: - Opus 4.6 is the AI breakthrough we were promised—it finally works the way we were told it would - The biggest risk of AI isn't job loss—it's becoming mentally weak and surrendering critical thought - Claude Code has replaced the need to hire developers for the kinds of projects Casey used to pay $1,200+ for - MarTech tasks—Google Tag Manager, DNS migrations, anonymous telemetry—are now executable by a non-technical CMO - Your job isn't to become a technologist—but delegating to AI is becoming easier than delegating to humans - CMOs who play with these tools now will own the human vs. human battle later - Start small: build one thing, just for fun, and let the learning transform how you see the work

The Big Retail Shakeup: Stripe's PayPal Play & Walmart's High-Income TakeoverThe retail and fintech worlds are moving faster than a 150-day tariff cycle, and this week, Watson Weekly Weekend edition hosts Rick Watson and Jessica Lesesky break down the seismic shifts you can't afford to ignore. From "sharks in the water" at PayPal to Walmart's sneaky-good transformation into a tech-first powerhouse, we're unpacking the data behind the headlines.Is Stripe about to carve up the "Good Ship PayPal" to fuel its own world domination? And how has Walmart managed to win over the $100k+ crowd while automating its way to record margins? We're diving deep into the "tale of two cities" in consumer spending and why being "bold" is the only strategy for 2026.In this episode:The PayPal Pivot: Why Stripe might be circling Venmo and what it means for the future of Stablecoin.Tariff Redo: Navigating the Supreme Court's recent ruling and why your CFO shouldn't be the one making marketing decisions.Walmart's Trillion-Dollar Climb: How 72% grocery penetration and automated fulfillment are widening the gap with the competition.Agentic Commerce: Is "Sparky" the real deal or just a higher AOV glitter?.Stay Ahead of the CurveSubscribe to the Newsletter: Get the deep dives Rick and Jess mention at watsonweekly.com.Join the Conversation: Are you a "turtle shell" business or are you playing for growth this year? Let us know in the comments.Stay bold. Stay classy.Chapters:0:00 - Welcome to the Watson Weekly Weekend 1:00 - PayPal without a captain6:29 - Trump Tariff Redux10:06 - Walmart earnings10:10 - https://youtu.be/K-IPpyhtwMM#FintechNews #WalmartEarnings #Stripe #PayPal #EcommerceStrategy #WatsonWeekly #BusinessTrends2026 #SupplyChainInnovation #AgenticCommerce

Send a textIn this episode, Martin Waxman joins host Jason Mudd to discuss AI's impact on communications and marketing, why training matters, and how to avoid “AI slop” by pairing AI with real expertise.Meet Our Guest:Our episode guest is Martin Waxman, LinkedIn Learning instructor, adjunct professor at the York Schulich School of Business, and associate director of the Future of Marketing Institute. He writes an AI and digital marketing trends newsletter, delivers hands-on generative AI training workshops, and conducts AI research.Five things you'll learn from this episode:1. Why using AI only to offload tasks can lower quality and why thinking first matters2. What Martin predicted correctly about AI and what surprised him about its rapid adoption3. How to move beyond basic content generation to strategy and analytics4. Why subject-matter expertise is critical when using AI for insights and data5. How leaders can manage hype, train teams, and stay ethical as AI evolvesQuotables“Use their brains first so they can start to push themselves and then get AI tools to push them even farther.” — Martin Waxman“We have to prompt AI, but we also have to get AI to prompt us to think about things from a different perspective.” — Martin Waxman“You don't have to go at the pace of AI development, which is really fast, but you need to go at a much faster pace than we as communicators have been used to using.” — Martin Waxman“There's a new term called FOMO, fear of becoming obsolete, which is really real. Because we don't know what we need to learn to do our job successfully. So managing The hype is job number one, figuring out what's new, when it's going to start affecting us, and what can we do to prepare along the way.” — Martin Waxman“AI will take your job if you're the master and commander of it.” — Jason MuddIf you enjoyed this episode, please take a moment to share it with a colleague or friend. You may also support us through Buy Me a Coffee or by leaving us a quick podcast review.More About Martin WaxmanMartin Waxman writes a popular AI and digital marketing trends newsletter, delivers hands-on generative AI training workshops, and conducts AI research. He's a LinkedIn Learning instructor, adjunct professor at the York Schulich School of Business, and associate director of the Future of Marketing Institute.Guest's contact info and resources:@martinwaxman on X@martinwaxman on InstagramMartin Waxman on FacebookMartin Waxman on LinkedInFuture of Marketing InstituteThe Neuron newsletterAxios AI newsletterLinkedIn Learning course: Using Generative Support the show On Top of PR is produced by Axia Public Relations, named by Forbes as one of America's Best PR Agencies. Axia is an expert PR firm for national brands. On Top of PR is sponsored by ReviewMaxer, the platform for monitoring, improving, and promoting online customer reviews.

In this episode, Axel is joined by longtime friend, business partner, and co-sponsor TJ Burns of Burns Capital Partners to break down one of the biggest developments in AI since the launch of ChatGPT: the release of OpenClaw.The conversation explores how AI is moving beyond simple prompt-based tools into true agentic systems capable of operating autonomously inside a business. TJ explains what makes OpenClaw different from traditional large language models like ChatGPT and Claude, why this development matters for real estate operators, and how investors can prepare for what's coming without getting distracted by hype.They also dive into how AI adoption intersects with capital raising, LP transparency, and operational leverage and why the sponsors who embrace these tools intelligently will gain a long-term edge.Be sure to pay attention to this episode so you can gain practical positioning: how to stay ahead of the curve without abandoning focus on your core business.Join us as we dive into:The difference between traditional LLMs and true AI agentsWhy OpenClaw represents a major shift in AI capabilityHow AI agents can begin replacing computer-based rolesWhy most non-technical operators shouldn't rush to adopt open-source toolsHow to prepare your business for AI without being distracted by hypeWhy context and documentation are the key to future AI leverageReal-world use cases in lending, underwriting, and SDR workflowsHow capital raising has evolved in a more crowded sponsor landscapeWhy transparency and authenticity matter more than ever for LPsNH Multifamily Fund III Details:Link to the recording for the NH Multifamily Fund IIIAccess the NH Multifamily Fund III deal roomConnect with Axel:Follow him on InstagramConnect with him on LinkedinSubscribe to our YouTube channelLearn more about Aligned Real Estate PartnersConnect with TJ:Follow him on InstagramConnect with him on LinkedinLearn more about Burns CapitalAre you looking to invest in real estate, but don't want to deal with the hassle of finding great deals, signing on debt, and managing tenants? Aligned Real Estate Partners provides investment opportunities to passive investors looking for the returns, stability, and tax benefits multifamily real estate offers, but without the work - join our investor club to be notified of future investment opportunities.

Casey goes into the AI breakthrough he's been waiting for—and it's not what you think. After years of tinkering with AI tools, he's found something that fundamentally changed how he views the technology: AI that works where you work. In this episode, Casey breaks down his experience with OpenClaw (formerly ClawdBot), an open-source project that brings AI agents directly into Slack, email, and other platforms you already live in. No more jumping between tools—the wall between you and AI is finally collapsing.    But this isn't just hype. Casey gets real about what's happening in marketing right now: the middle is disappearing, agencies are getting squeezed, and the execution gap is widening. If you're not playing with these tools, you're falling behind. This is a rallying cry to build skills, tinker fearlessly, and understand the fundamentals before the game changes completely. Key Topics Covered: - AI agents now work inside your platforms instead of forcing you to switch tools  - Marketing is accelerating with instant insights, bespoke dashboards, and always-on competitor analysis  - The middle is disappearing as agencies get squeezed and marketing departments shrink  - Your taste, discernment, and experience are the only things AI can't steal from you  - You must play with these tools to develop an edge over other humans  - CMOs who understand AI will win the human vs. human battle

The market is shifting. Again. Technology's evolving, buyer behavior is different, and if you're leading the same way you were even two years ago, you're likely behind. Innovation isn't optional anymore. It's the job. In this episode of Recruiting Conversations, I'll break down what innovation actually looks like for a recruiting leader, and how to make it part of your weekly rhythm, not just an abstract idea. Episode Breakdown [00:00] Introduction – The market will keep changing. Your job is to stay relevant in how you lead, recruit, and build [01:00] Innovation Isn't About Being Trendy – It's about staying adaptable and asking better questions [01:30] The Best Leaders Are Curious – They're learners, observers, and pattern spotters. They don't assume what worked last year will work this year [02:00] 5 Ways to Stay Innovative Stay Close to the Pain – Talk to your team, your recruits, your producers. Innovation starts where the friction is Don't Protect Outdated Systems – What got you here won't get you there. Reevaluate your systems, your onboarding, your follow-up Use Vision as Your Filter – Know what you're building. Let it guide what you change and what you keep Learn Out Loud – Share what you're learning with your team. When they see you growing, they feel safe to do the same Build a Rhythm for Experimentation – Innovation shouldn't be spontaneous. It should be structured. Run small tests. Audit your process. Pilot something new [04:00] Real-World Example – A leader struggling with social content ran one small test: short-form video with a tight script. It worked. Now it's a core part of their recruiting system [05:00] Final Word – Innovation doesn't mean reinvention. It means curiosity, clarity, and courage to adapt Key Takeaways Innovation Is a Discipline, Not a Spark – The best leaders block time to audit, reflect, and experiment Curiosity Beats Control – You don't have to know everything. You just have to be open and responsive Vision Helps You Say No – When you know where you're going, you can say no to trends that don't serve the mission You Win With Small Experiments, Not Big Overhauls – Pilot something. Measure it. Refine it. That's the rhythm The Market Is Always Changing, And That's Your Edge – Most leaders resist change. Great leaders adapt to it The future will keep evolving. The question is: will you evolve with it? The leaders who stay curious, stay close to the pain, and stay grounded in vision are the ones who will win 2026.

At just ten years old, Kim Storin was writing letters to CEOs, asking for donations and clearly outlining why her cause mattered. That instinct to connect people, solve problems, and step forward without permission never left her. Years later, as Chief Marketing Officer at Zoom, that same mindset shapes how she leads one of the most trusted brands in modern work. In this episode, Kim joins Ilana to share Zoom's evolution from a single, iconic product into a broad portfolio of solutions, and what it takes to reinvent a brand the world already relies on without losing trust. Kim Storin is the Chief Marketing Officer at Zoom and a seasoned marketing leader with experience spanning consulting, enterprise transformation, and global brand leadership. She has held senior leadership roles at companies including Dell, IBM, and Deloitte. In this episode, Ilana and Kim will discuss: (00:00) Introduction  (03:44) Making Bold Requests at Age Ten (06:28) Problem Solving as Her Career Compass (14:53) Receiving the Hardest Feedback of Her Career (17:40) Athletic Pursuits and Influence on Leadership (20:50) Joining Zoom and Leading Its Transformation (23:38) How Zoom Reinvented and Repositioned Itself (27:12) The New Era of Marketing and How to Stay Ahead (30:33) AI as a Teammate, Not a Threat (35:08) Redefining Success Beyond Metrics and Titles (38:30) The Right Way to Build a Portfolio Career Kim Storin is the Chief Marketing Officer at Zoom, where she leads global marketing strategy, brand, and growth as the company evolves into a broader communications platform. Prior to Zoom, Kim held senior leadership roles at companies including Dell, IBM, Deloitte, and multiple high-growth organizations. She is also a lifelong athlete, marathon runner, and is passionate about building the next generation of market leaders. Connect with Kim: Kim's LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/kimberlystorin  Resources Mentioned: Zoom: https://www.zoom.com  Leap Academy: LeapCon is the #1 Conference for Reinvention, Leadership & Career — a powerful 3‑day experience designed to help you unlock what's next in your career and life.

In this episode of The Green Industry Podcast, host Paul Jamison reveals the top 5 high-impact offseason strategies every lawn care business owner should tackle right now to maximize equipment reliability, team performance, client loyalty, revenue diversification, and next-season profitability.

No matter what you do for a living, you've got to stay ahead of the game.    If you've been comfy and stagnant, listen closely.............   The way you've been working, making money and living your life is about to change drastically.    While you know A.I. is here, you also know when the market gets flooded with tech, it's tech they've been testing, refining, and working on for 20 plus years.    Look at trends.    Attend all the industry masterminds and meetings you can.    Do your research.    And then, get to work to stay ahead.    The curve don't wait for no one.    About the ReWire Podcast   The ReWire Podcast with Ryan Stewman – Dive into powerful insights as Ryan Stewman, the HardCore Closer, breaks down mental barriers and shares actionable steps to rewire your thoughts. Each episode is a fast-paced journey designed to reshape your mindset, align your actions, and guide you toward becoming the best version of yourself. Join in for a daily dose of real talk that empowers you to embrace change and unlock your full potential.    Learn how you can become a member of a powerful community consistently rewiring itself for success at ⁠⁠https://www.jointheapex.com/⁠⁠   Rise Above

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Now on Spotify Video! Most people have been using AI for decades, but only a few understand how to leverage it. After more than 40 years in the field, Stephen Wolfram has seen how breakthroughs like ChatGPT seem to emerge out of nowhere, and he believes the real power isn't the technology itself, but learning how to think in a way machines can work with. In this episode of the AI Vault series, Stephen breaks down how artificial intelligence truly works, what the future of automation will look like,  and why mastering computational thinking is the next critical skill for entrepreneurs and innovators. In this episode, Hala and Stephen will discuss: (00:00) Introduction (02:31) His Early Fascination With Science and AI (05:52) How Artificial Intelligence Began (14:18) The Foundations of Computational Thinking (21:31) The Role of Computational Thinking in AI (25:52) How ChatGPT and Neural Networks Work (33:45) Can AI Develop Real Consciousness? (39:23) How AI Will Transform the Future of Work (45:27) Will AI in Action Surpass Human Intelligence? Stephen Wolfram is a computer scientist, mathematician, theoretical physicist, and the founder and CEO of Wolfram Research. He created Mathematica, Wolfram Alpha, and the Wolfram Language, and is widely recognized for his pioneering work in computation and complex systems. A MacArthur “Genius” Grant recipient, Stephen has authored several influential books, including What Is ChatGPT Doing? Today, he stands as one of the leading voices shaping global understanding of AI and computational thinking. Sponsored By: Indeed - Get a $75 sponsored job credit to boost your job's visibility at Indeed.com/PROFITING  Shopify - Start your $1/month trial at Shopify.com/profiting.  Revolve - Head to REVOLVE.com/PROFITING and take 15% off your first order with code PROFITING  DeleteMe - Remove your personal data online. Get 20% off DeleteMe consumer plans at to joindeleteme.com/profiting  Spectrum Business - Visit Spectrum.com/FreeForLife to learn how you can get Business Internet Free Forever. Airbnb - Find yourself a cohost at airbnb.com/host  Northwest Registered Agent - Build your brand and get your complete business identity in just 10 clicks and 10 minutes at northwestregisteredagent.com/paidyap Framer - Publish beautiful and production-ready websites. Go to Framer.com/design and use code PROFITING Intuit QuickBooks - Bring your money and your books together in one platform at QuickBooks.com/money  Resources Mentioned: Stephen's Book, What Is ChatGPT Doing?: bit.ly/-ChatGPT  Stephen's Website: stephenwolfram.com  Stephen's Book, A New Kind of Science: bit.ly/NKScience  Stephen's Book, An Elementary Introduction to the Wolfram Language: bit.ly/WolframL  Active Deals - youngandprofiting.com/deals  Key YAP Links Reviews - ratethispodcast.com/yap YouTube - youtube.com/c/YoungandProfiting Newsletter - youngandprofiting.co/newsletter  LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/htaha/ Instagram - instagram.com/yapwithhala/ Social + Podcast Services: yapmedia.com Transcripts - youngandprofiting.com/episodes-new  Entrepreneurship, Entrepreneurship Podcast, Business, Business Podcast, Self Improvement, Self-Improvement, Personal Development, Starting a Business, Strategy, Investing, Sales, Selling, Psychology, Productivity, Entrepreneurs, AI, Artificial Intelligence, Technology, Marketing, Negotiation, Money, Finance, Side Hustle, Startup, Mental Health, Career, Leadership, Mindset, Health, Growth Mindset, AI Marketing, Prompt, AI in Business, Generative AI, AI for Entrepreneurs, AI Podcast