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This hour Henry says the Target Corporation isn't doing a good job of reading the room, and free speech is under attack, in of all places, the United States of America.

Join us for a compelling discussion with Nora LaTorre, who leads Eat Real's mission to revolutionize school food systems through technology and data-driven approaches. As a pioneering force in sustainable food systems, Nora brings extensive experience from agtech (Ganaz), global trade (Fair Trade USA), and retail sustainability (Target Corporation) to address one of healthcare's most pressing challenges: the impact of ultra-processed foods on children's health outcomes.Under her leadership, Eat Real has achieved significant policy wins, including the 2024 California school food dye bill, while implementing scalable solutions that are reaching over 500,000 students in 10 states and are on track to reach 1M students by the end of the year. The organization's innovative approach combines digital tracking systems, sustainability metrics, and health outcome data to transform school nutrition programs.In this episode, we explore how emerging technologies and data analytics are reshaping school food systems, measuring health impacts, and scaling sustainable solutions across districts. Nora shares insights on using technology to tackle rising health concerns, from early puberty to declining fertility rates, and discusses how digital transformation in food systems directly impacts population health outcomes.Key Topics:Technology infrastructure for large-scale school food programsData analytics in nutrition policy advocacyDigital solutions for sustainable food supply chainsHealth metrics tracking and outcome measurementTech-enabled approaches to system-level change in school nutritionNora LaTorre, CEO, Eat RealMegan Antonelli, Chief Executive Officer, HealthIMPACT Live

Target Corporation, once hailed as a leader in corporate diversity, is now facing a firestorm from both conservative groups and civil rights organizations. Following its decision to scale back DEI initiatives, Target is being sued by right-wing groups while also facing boycotts from civil rights advocates who say the company has abandoned its commitments to diversity.

In this episode of Spinal Cast, we sit down with Bryan Everett, CEO of MobilityWorks, a leader in accessibility solutions for individuals with mobility challenges. From in-home lifts to custom fitted vehicles, MobilityWorks is at the forefront of innovation, addressing a wide range of needs. Bryan shares how the industry is dealing with new technologies and the importance of understanding and educating a diverse client base. He also discusses how MobilityWorks helps clients navigate the financial landscape for some of these life-changing purchases. With a mission to empower wheelchair users with mobility, independence, and personal freedom, this conversation highlights the importance of this industry and their work. Learn more about MobilityWorks here: https://www.mobilityworks.com/ Special thanks to Bryan for being today's guest! This production is a collaborative effort of volunteers working to create a quality audio and visual experience around the subject of spinal cord injury. A special shout out of appreciation to Clientek for providing studio space and top-notch recording equipment. Most importantly, thank YOU for being part of the Spinal Cast audience!Interested in watching these episodes?! Check out our YouTube playlist! - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL40rLlxGS4VzgAjW8P6Pz1mVWiN0Jou3vIf you'd like to learn more about the Morton Cure Paralysis Fund you can visit our website at - https://mcpf.org/ Donations are always appreciated - https://mcpf.org/you-can-help/ Bio for Bryan EverettBryan Everett, Chief Executive Officer, MobilityWorks, the nation's leading retail provider of wheelchair accessible vehicles and mobility equipment. Previously, Mr. Everett served as Chief Operating Officer at Rite Aid Corporation, Senior Vice President of Store Operations at Target Corporation and held leadership positions at Aldi Foods and Fleming Wholesale. Bryan and his wife have two grown children. His interests include time with family, golf, car and truck enthusiast, real estate, and cryptocurrency. He also serves as a Deacon at his church.

fWotD Episode 2797: Minneapolis Welcome to Featured Wiki of the Day, your daily dose of knowledge from Wikipedia’s finest articles.The featured article for Tuesday, 31 December 2024 is Minneapolis.Minneapolis is a city in Hennepin County, Minnesota, United States, and its county seat. With a population of 429,954, it is the state's most populous city as of the 2020 census. Located in the state's center near the eastern border, it occupies both banks of the Upper Mississippi River and adjoins Saint Paul, the state capital of Minnesota. Minneapolis, Saint Paul, and the surrounding area are collectively known as the Twin Cities, a metropolitan area with 3.69 million residents. Minneapolis is built on an artesian aquifer on flat terrain and is known for cold, snowy winters and hot, humid summers. Nicknamed the "City of Lakes", Minneapolis is abundant in water, with thirteen lakes, wetlands, the Mississippi River, creeks, and waterfalls. The city's public park system is connected by the Grand Rounds National Scenic Byway.Dakota people originally inhabited the site of today's Minneapolis. European colonization and settlement began north of Fort Snelling along Saint Anthony Falls—the only natural waterfall on the Mississippi River. Location near the fort and the falls' power—with its potential for industrial activity—fostered the city's early growth. For a time in the 19th century, Minneapolis was the lumber and flour milling capital of the world, and as home to the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis, it has preserved its financial clout into the 21st century. A Minneapolis Depression-era labor strike brought about federal worker protections. Work in Minneapolis contributed to the computing industry, and the city is the birthplace of General Mills, the Pillsbury brand, Target Corporation, and Thermo King mobile refrigeration.The city's major arts institutions include the Minneapolis Institute of Art, the Walker Art Center, and the Guthrie Theater. Four professional sports teams play downtown. Prince is survived by his favorite venue, the First Avenue nightclub. Minneapolis is home to the University of Minnesota's main campus. The city's public transport is provided by Metro Transit, and the international airport, serving the Twin Cities region, is located towards the south on the city limits.Residents adhere to more than fifty religions. Despite its well-regarded quality of life, Minneapolis has stark disparities among its residents—arguably the most critical issue confronting the city in the 21st century. Governed by a mayor-council system, Minneapolis has a political landscape dominated by the Minnesota Democratic–Farmer–Labor Party (DFL), with Jacob Frey serving as mayor since 2018.This recording reflects the Wikipedia text as of 00:31 UTC on Tuesday, 31 December 2024.For the full current version of the article, see Minneapolis on Wikipedia.This podcast uses content from Wikipedia under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License.Visit our archives at wikioftheday.com and subscribe to stay updated on new episodes.Follow us on Mastodon at @wikioftheday@masto.ai.Also check out Curmudgeon's Corner, a current events podcast.Until next time, I'm standard Joanna.

Job openings remain strong, what does that mean for our economy? The Job Openings and Labor Turnover Survey, also known as the JOLTs Report, showed job openings of 7.74 million in the month of October topped expectations of 7.5 million and increased from September's reading of 7.4 million. While it was nice to see the increase, I wouldn't be surprised to see job openings decline further from here. Openings peaked in March 2022 at over 12 million and have been on the decline since then. While that may sound problematic, these numbers were greatly distorted by the Covid shutdown and then the reopening that followed. We had never seen more than 8 million job openings pre Covid and at the peak there were more than two job openings for every available worker. We still have a very healthy labor market considering there are still 1.1 available positions for every unemployed worker. I would actually say the labor market is in an even healthier place at this point in time. With the excessive amount of openings, we saw a lot of employee turnover and quits which I believe led to elevated wage inflation. The labor market is much more balanced at this point in time, which should lead to less concerns over wage inflation. This should then be positive for the overall inflation rate which the Fed has been battling the last couple of years now.   The labor market continues to produce strong results! November payrolls showed a very nice increase of 227,000, which topped the estimate of 214,000. The two prior months also saw positive revisions with October now showing gains of 36,000 versus 12,000 and September showing an impressive growth of 255,000 versus 223,000. While the November gain may look quite strong, it's important to put this in perspective and pair it with the weak October report. October was challenged as it was held back by impacts from Hurricane Milton and the Boeing strike. This essentially reduced the jobs in the October report and added them to the November report. If we instead look at an average of October and November, we would then see growth of 131,500, which is still strong but not nearly as impressive as the November headline number. Areas of strength in the report included health care and social assistance which was up 72,300, leisure and hospitality which was up 53,000, and government which was up 33,000. While the government number includes state, local, and federal, I am curious to see what these numbers look like next year with Elon Musk and DOGE taking a closer look at government spending. Instead of consistent gains from this sector, we could potentially see a decline in payrolls. Utilities which saw a decline of 100 and retail trade which saw a decline of 28,000 were the only areas that produced a negative result in the month. I was surprised to see retail trade on the list considering the busy holiday season, but it is believed the later Thanksgiving holiday had a big impact. With the report largely in line, expectations for a Fed rate cut jumped to nearly 90% when they meet on December 17th and 18th. At this point, I would be very surprised if they didn't do a quarter point cut at that meeting. I do believe after that cut though, there could be a pause until we see further data.   Holiday spending is looking positive We have now been seeing predictions for what spending will look like for the holiday season. It's no surprise to me those numbers are looking pretty good with estimates for spending to increase somewhere between 3.8 and 4%. These estimates should be confirmed or may even be a little light with the success of the post-Thanksgiving deals. Data from Mastercard showed Black Friday retail sales, excluding automotive, increased 3.4% compared to last year. This came with a huge increase of 14.69% for online shopping compared to an increase of just 0.7% for in-store sales. According to Adobe Analytics, Cyber Monday then set a record with $13.3 billion of sales. This was an increase of 7.3% compared to last year. Overall, Adobe Analytics showed online spending for the Cyber Five rose 8.2% year over year to $41.1 billion. The spending looks good for a few different reasons. First, the election is finally over. Based on what I was reading, I believe people really stopped spending because of their uncertainty of what direction they thought our country would be heading. Now that the election is over, consumers are benefiting from and feeling good about a strong stock market that has done well this year and we still seem to be getting some price appreciation on our homes. According to the conference board, their recent report showed the strongest monthly gain in consumer confidence in over three years. We will continue to keep you informed and updated on holiday spending, but based on what I'm seeing I do expect consumer spending for the holiday season to have a strong increase from last year and perhaps when we see the real numbers in January, they could come in higher than those estimates!    Trading stocks 24 hours a day is coming soon! With technology today I believe it will definitely happen, but the question is when? I think a more important question is do we really want it? Currently the market trades from 9:30 in the morning until 4 o'clock in the afternoon Eastern standard time. There is also currently low volume in after-hours trading. Companies like Robinhood and even Charles Schwab allow for trading of some equities after hours in a lite market. I have been managing money now for over 40 years and I've seen the good and the bad. What worries me is this could become too much stress for some people to handle. I can see people waking up at 2 o'clock in the morning to check to see whether their stock is trading up or down and this could become a regular habit which could happen anytime at night. It would also allow people to make impulsive decisions since you have your phone with you 24 hours a day. Once that trade is made it's done in terms of its financial impact but will you then worry about it and not be able to sleep? Investing can cause a toll on your emotions and I think having that break from 4 PM until the next morning at 9:30 gives your body and mind an emotional break. If you're a trader and you're gambling you probably don't care much about reading the news or digesting the most recent earnings release before making any financial decisions, but if you are a true investor and you invest for the longer term you don't need 24 hours a day to trade. You will use the break to read and analyze your decisions because you want to do your research before buying or selling. Be careful what you wish for!   Tax Problems with Overconcentrated Portfolios We've seen many cases where someone has a lot of unrealized capital gains in a taxable investment account and they are afraid to sell anything because they don't want to pay taxes.  This is more common with older people because they might have bought something decades ago that has appreciated substantially.  Because of this appreciation, one position or a small number of positions may make up the majority of their entire portfolio resulting in a lack of diversification and a much higher level of risk. In turn they feel backed into a corner because selling results in taxes but holding continues the investment risk. There are many ways to deal with this such as charitable remainder trusts or collar strategies, but before any of that it is important to understand what that tax impact actually is, because in many cases it is not as bad as people think. Selling a long-term investment result in a capital gain which is reportable income, but long-term capital gains are taxed at lower rates than ordinary income like wages or IRA withdrawals.  In many cases, that tax rate can be as low as 0%.  For an elderly married couple who claims the standard deduction, if their total income, including long-term capital gains, is less than $126,350, those gains are taxed at 0%.  If their income exceeds that level, only the capital gains above the threshold are taxed at the higher rate of 15%. This is important to know because we've spoken with people who have some social security income, maybe some RMDs, and a little interest income, but their adjusted gross income is only $80,000 and they are worried about selling stock and paying taxes on gains.  What they don't realize is they can handle over $46,000 of additional capital gains without paying any federal income taxes on them.  They may be perpetually carrying an unnecessary level of risk in their overconcentrated investment portfolio because they are so worried about taxes when they have the ability to liquidate and diversify a portion of their portfolio every year tax free.  By better understanding their tax situation, they can be more informed about making investment decisions.   Companies Discussed: Intel Corporation (INTC), Target Corporation (TGT), The Gap, Inc. (GAP)

Target Corporation v. United States

Lela McGee v. Target Corporation

Last week, Target Corporation announced disappointing sales growth for its 3rd Quarter of 2024. This was just another hint at a broader U.S. consumer slowdown or cooling. While spending forecasts aren't dire, how much fuel does the average American household have in the tank to propel the upcoming holiday shopping season? Will it be merry and bright for retailers? Or will Santa be leaving coal in their stockings?   In this week's Trading Perspectives, Sam Clement and John Norris discuss the upcoming holiday shopping season, and whether the U.S. consumer can continue to spend money at the same pace it has.

About La Juana Whitmore La Juana Whitmore is a visionary Business Strategist, Accredited Small Business Consultant®, and Certified Financial Education Instructor℠ with a passion for entrepreneurship that spans over 25 years. Her journey began with a nearly 20-year tenure at Target Corporation, where she honed her skills in business analysis, architecture, and strategy consulting. This extensive experience laid the groundwork for her current mission: to empower women entrepreneurs through financial education and consulting. https://www.nextfemmefinancial.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/lajuanawhitmore/ ---------------------------------- About Dominiece Clifton Seven years ago, during a meditation, my grandmother urged me to embark on a spiritual journey. Like many, I had been living on autopilot, feeling unworthy and fearful of pursuing the life I truly desired. Unhappy and unfulfilled, I had no idea what my soul was meant to do. Deep down, I wanted more, but I didn't know how to achieve it. This realization set me on a path of personal growth and transformation. This journey involved deep healing work, releasing childhood trauma, and exploring various healing modalities, from somatic approaches to plant medicine and astrology. I gained a profound understanding of stress and the importance of regulating the nervous system in the healing process. This self-discovery helped me reconnect with my soul's unique blueprint. https://domrclifton.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/dominiece-r-clifton-288b20b3/ ---------------------------------- When It Worked Podcast https://getoffthedamnphone.com/podcast

Annie Glenn (also known as Urban Girl Annie) started her company LG Retail Enterprises back in 1994 and has been doing retail ever since. Although Annie majored in literature in college, she knew she wanted to own a business since she was 10 years old. With no prior background in retail, she credits her business success to having great instincts and a lack of fear. Today, she's a proud entrepreneur and a mom to two amazing boys, Jack and Cooper. Her hope is that her stores, including Urban Girl Accessories, bring joy and happiness to whoever walks through the doors. Jamie Carl is the owner and founder of Serge + Jane in Minneapolis, MN. S+J is a lifestyle boutique featuring men's, women's, kids, pets, vinyl, home + gifts in a 3-story shop (4 including the open-air rooftop where they host fashion shows, trunk shows, pop-ups + always a DJ + dance party)! Jamie spent the first 15 years of her career in retail at Target Corporation. Jamie spent the last 9 years there working on and leading the Internal Events Team. She was responsible for Board Meetings all the way up to 10,000-person National Team Meetings with guest speakers, musicians, fashion shows and more! Jamie left the role at Target when she couldn't balance two big jobs within retail in one family and took the opportunity to stay home with her two young boys for several years, all while fine-tuning her vision for the shop and "visually re-merchandising" her house for each holiday!Michael Schultz is the co-owner and creative eye of Cursive New York, which operates 2 stores in New York City. Cursive is a tightly focused concept with the simple mission of cultivating joy. Michael, along with his husband, Douglas Duncan, have established Cursive as a strong and forward voice in the industry. Cursive offers gift, stationery, home and lifestyle products and is constantly evolving. Cursive operated in New York City's iconic Grand Central Terminal for 11 years and within ABC Carpet & Home for 15 years, until the Covid-19 pandemic upended those long runs. Making lemonade out of lemons, Schultz and Duncan doubled down on New York and opened 2 shops in New York's West Village neighborhood, 4 blocks apart. One shop is true to the original Cursive vision, while Cursive Home is the brand's extension into home goods. In this second Retailer Roundtable, we chat about what our three guests have been up to over the last couple of years. Annie, Jamie, and Michael all share the stories of how they started up their stores and how they approach shows. We discuss some of the highlights from the recent Las Vegas show, plans for the upcoming holiday season, and the craziest current in-store trends. We also talk about how everyone approaches sales and handles social media.This week's episode is sponsored by Fine Lines, a west coast wholesale rep agency with showrooms in Las Vegas and Seattle representing over 50 fabulous gifts, fashion + home lines.What's Inside: How Annie, Jamie, and Michael started their storesPlans for the upcoming holiday seasonHow to handle social mediaMentioned In This Episode:Annie GlennUrbangirlaccessories.comUrban Girl Accessories on InstagramJamie CarlSergeandjane.comSerge and Jane on InstagramMichael SchultzCursivenewyork.comCursive New York on Instagram

Sally Mueller is the Co-founder and CEO of Womaness, a brand that is changing the conversation around women's healthy aging through innovative products that offer solutions from head to toe (and everything in-between). Sally is a consummate business builder specializing in retail and brand innovation. Her trend-forecasting Midas touch has benefited companies such as Target, Who What Wear and VERSED skincare, among others.Through her own health journey, Sally found that there was a lack of products and resources for women past a certain age (and few even recognizing the subtle signs of menopause).Womaness' mission is to change the cultural conversation around menopause and create a #Menopositivity movement, empowering women to navigate menopause with inspiration, education, & access to quality information.Sally spent over two decades of her career at Target Corporation, first in Apparel Merchandising and then in Marketing. Recognized as an industry leader, Sally is renowned for her business acumen in the fashion, beauty and lifestyle sectors. Memorable Moments“Don't settle for no answers. A lot of women come to us and say, ‘I'm just so frustrated my doctor's not helping me. I can't seem to get the right help.' And you just you have to really demand for answers, and if you're not getting answers, you need to change doctors.”“Women's Health is still very underfunded and I think female founders are still very underfunded.”“Every twist and turn to your career, even if you feel like it's a sideways move, can really help you grow. I've always kind of let my career be this zigzag career.” Connect with SallyWebsite: www.womaness.com Instagram: @mywomanessInstagram: @thesallym LinkedIn: Sally MuellerLinkedIn: WomanessFacebook: Womaness Connect with AllisonInterested in working together? Fill out this form.www.instagram.com/allisonwalshwww.shebelievedbook.comwww.allisonwalshconsulting.comhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/shebelievedshecouldcommunityPRIVATE PODCAST FOR HIGH-ACHIEVING MOMS - www.allisonwalshconsulting.com/privatepodcast

Has Matty Schirle Really Created Self Esteem In a Bottle? If you read the reviews of Matty Schirles' SkinKick line of skincare you might think they actually have created self esteem in a bottle. And You Likely Be Intrigued by an accidental finding in in Amazon by a scientist who went there for another reason   People are amazed at how quickly these Skinkick products clear their skin problems. We're talking blemishes, acne, acne scars and rosacea. Pretty much any skin condition that might make a person not feel so thrilled about their looks.  Matty Schirle said,  “When we got into the acne or the blemish category, the very first 14-year-old woman who used it stood up and said, we changed her life and she said you need to call it self-esteem in a bottle. That's basically because we deliver clear, healthy, glowing skin and the confidence that comes with that. And the beautiful thing is because we're natural, we can do that for problem skin and aging skin at the same time. “  Matty who is the Founder and CEO of SkinKick was a former Chemical Engineer. He and his SkinKick Chief Science Officer Dr. Bill Provance developed effective, simple and safe, Naturally Smart(R) formulas that are cruelty free and dermatologist approved clean and natural ingredients, from the nutrient rich Amazon Rainforest!   It's an Incredible story of SKIN CARE discovery FINDING BEAUTY IN THE BEAST  The Amazon is beautiful, but it's also dangerous. When SkinKick Chief Science Officer Dr. Bill Provance traveled to Brazil, he learned about a growing epidemic of parasitic diseases that plagued the native people. Not only did these parasites make people sick, but they also aggravated and inflamed the skin.  Armed with years of studying skin cell biology at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center Dr. Provance began searching for a way to create a natural “second skin” that would prevent rainforest parasites from penetrating the skin and entering the body.   THE A-HA MOMENT  Dr. Provance carefully tested a variety of botanicals on the skin of Brazil's native people. What he didn't expect to find was that all of the formulations he tested had a common result: overall improvement and appearance of the skin. He soon discovered that these formulations were leaving the skin smooth, hydrated, and clear. That's when Dr. Provance had an ah-ha moment. If this “second skin” could clear and beautify the skin of native Brazilians, perhaps it could do the same for others?   That got Matty Shirle's attention, and he then applied his knowledge and know-how to the findings from his 20+ years in the high technology semiconductor industry (computer chips). His mission was to figure out how to eliminate man-made chemicals including harsh acids that destroy the natural skin microbiome.  Dr. Provance and the SkinKick team began working on developing a skincare line that used the same natural ingredients to clear blemishes and renew the skin And SkinKick was born.  Matty said,   "Well Dr. Bill studied at UT Southwest Med Center here in Dallas and he took a job at the Viacruz Institute which is like the Harvard of Brazil. And so he, even though I'm a chemical engineer, you can move his IQs a few decimal points over from mine. He's just absolutely brilliant." "They had an issue with parasites entering the skin. And the fundamental start of this is when they thought he was going to come up with a vaccine. And what he did is identified a botanical that if you rub it on your arm, it keeps the parasites, like a mosquito or whatever it is, you know, small things from entering your skin." "Well, he flew back to Dallas and told the story of how he blocked the parasites, but he said, oh, by the way, that film that I rubbed on, you know, on your skin, it holds moisture under it."  And right off the bat, the lights go off, because the number one issue with aging, regardless of what you've been told, is that the skin cell can no longer hold as much moisture as it did when you were younger. And therefore, less moisture, once it goes down, then the collagen protein has a hard time surviving and it snaps and breaks and it loses its rigidity which is holding the cell up and that's what starts aging. We started as an anti-aging company but it's a skin renewal company and now we have clinical trials with all our key ingredients right out of the Amazon rainforest.” "These natural nutrients somehow clear, renew and protect the skin at the same time! “  Matty says Skinkick's naturally smart formulas are designed for all ages, genders and skin types even those with sensitive skin so everyone can have clear healthy and glowing skin. Their high-performance skincare clears, renews, and protects your skin without the use of harsh man-made chemicals typically found in popular brands. The secret is in their exclusive patent-protected technologies made with blends of supercharged botanicals. SkinKick even offers a ‘Happiness Guarantee' so that if you don't love your SkinKick order it's on them! So why aren't they everywhere?   They started to be, but Covid slammed them because Matty will admit he initially spent most of the money getting the brand into retail vs digital. A decision that's held them up. All entrepreneurial stories have their ups and downs… “I'm the chemical engineer that I can understand what Dr. Bill creates. But I'm not the creator I'm the guy that wrapped a P&L around this technology and brought it to market.” “We had an issue with driving the customer into the store. Well, didn't a lot of people have that issue during COVID? Yes. But anyhow, I take full responsibility with the digital marketing issue. Yep. I did not have the money to turn on both digital and retail. I focused on retail because Target Corporation incubated us right out of the gate in the Target takeoff incubator.” The brand landed on the shelves in Target and in CVS and Ulta beauty but without the marketing dollars nobody knew 'why' they should buy SkinKick among the giant number of skincare offerings.   Everybody Loves a Comeback Story “We had some snafu's and we're actually back in the gate getting funding. COVID literally knocked our wind out of us and almost knocked us over and almost killed us. But we're back, we're going to get funded and we're teed up ready to go."    Matty gets amazing testimonials every day in his email. He's driven to give everyone he can…self-esteem in a bottle of his SkinKick. I WAS DRIVEN to tell his story.   Thought some of you would like to know more about Matty Schirle and his SkinKick brand so I invited him to join The Debbie Nigro Show. Enjoy this podcast of our live conversation. PS I just ordered some to see for myself. 

For our special 10-year anniversary episode of the Digital Dawn agency, we sit down with the inspirational Dawn Sinkule. Dawn takes us on an engaging journey from her days as a senior executive at Target Corporation to the unexpected and fulfilling path of becoming an agency owner. She shares the pivotal moments, like landing her first client through a Facebook group, that gave rise to Digital Dawn. With candor and warmth, Dawn reflects on the triumphs and challenges that shaped her entrepreneurial voyage, expressing immense pride in reaching this significant milestone.   Resources talked about in this episode Digital Dawn Shopify checklist – Shopify Checklist Digital Dawn Website - Digital Dawn Connect with us - Facebook, Instagram, and Linkedin Book a call - https://digitaldawnagency.com/discovery-call/   Key Takeaways To Tune In For: (03:13) - Decade of Agency Ownership Success (11:07) - Building Long-Term Client Relationships (16:06) - Challenges and Evolution of Marketing (23:27) - Life, Work, and Advice With Dawn (31:22) - Celebrating 10 Years of Digital Marketing

In this episode, we chat with Logan Rankin, a highly successful multifamily investor who has built a portfolio of over 4,000 units with no partners or investors over the last 10+ years. Logan's background includes a decade at Target Corporation, where he held various leadership roles overseeing large P&Ls. He transitioned to real estate in 2013, starting with a single-family house and scaling up to 4,086 units.Logan's unique approach involves focusing on operational excellence, managing everything in-house, and developing a construction arm and property management company to support his portfolio growth. Logan also shares some insights on selling properties versus holding forever, his criteria for property acquisitions, and the operational strategies behind managing a large multifamily portfolio.Here are some of the topics we covered: - The strategies he used to build his portfolio with his own capital - The pros and cons of selling properties versus holding them forever - How he manages all his properties in-house and the importance of building a strong management infrastructure - His entire value-add process, including how he turns units in just 72 hours - The KPIs he tracks and the importance of operational efficiency - How he hires and develops his team, including a unique approach to training and certifying his staffAre you a new multifamily investor looking to grow your portfolio but don't know where to start? Are you an existing multifamily investor looking to scale your business and master advanced topics such as capital structure, finding off-market deals, and establishing JV partnerships? Click here to learn more about 7-Day Multifamily, a program in which I teach investors the foundational skills they need to start and scale a multifamily portfolio rapidly.Are 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.Connect with Axel:Follow him on InstagramConnect with him on LinkedInSubscribe to our YouTube channelLearn more about Aligned Real Estate PartnersConnect with Logan:Follow him on InstagramConnect with him on LinkedInVisit him on X (formerly Twitter)Check out his website

Summary: In this episode, Henry Biemann interviews retired Major General Mike Milano, exploring his dynamic career from commanding troops in combat to senior leadership roles at Target Corporation and beyond. They discuss the importance of vulnerability in leadership, the role of non-commissioned officers, and lessons learned from the military applicable to civilian careers. Milano shares personal stories and insights on leadership, adaptability, and the power of feedback. Keywords: Leadership Military Transition Vulnerability Feedback Culture Career Adaptability Non-Commissioned Officers Corporate Leadership Personal Growth Mentorship Resilience Takeaways: Vulnerability as a Strength: Embrace vulnerability as a core leadership trait, enabling authenticity and growth. Feedback Culture: Foster a culture of continuous feedback to improve both personal and organizational performance. Adaptability: Learn to thrive in unfamiliar situations by relying on your team's expertise and being open to learning. Mentorship and Sponsorship: The importance of mentors and sponsors who believe in you and guide your career trajectory. Leadership by Example: Lead by example in all tasks, no matter how small, to set a positive tone for your team. Mission-First Mentality: Prioritize mission accomplishment while caring for your team's well-being. Soundbites: "Vulnerability is the basis of nearly every positive leadership skill we can think about." "In the military, it's always the mission that comes first. Your job as a leader is to accomplish the mission while doing everything you can to prevent loss of life or limb." "Surround yourself with people who have superior skills, knowledge, and abilities. That's how you grow as a leader." "A leader's job is to set the tone. If you're positive and proactive, your team will follow suit." Chapters: Introduction (00:00-00:34) Lightning Round Questions (00:35-05:32) Discussion on Vulnerable Leadership (05:33-08:39) Inspirational Figures (08:40-12:25) Best Advice Received (12:26-14:25) Early Career and Mentorship (14:26-19:24) Challenges and Adaptability (19:25-22:15) Army to Corporate Transition (22:16-28:40) Leadership Philosophy (28:41-33:57) Developing People Skills (33:58-39:59) Building Positive Culture (40:00-42:26) Advice for Future Leaders (42:27-51:50) Final Thoughts and Farewell (51:51-53:48) Links: Mike Milano's Book: https://a.co/d/gd66jgNMilano Leadership Services: MilanoLeadershipServices.com Henry's website: henrybiemann.com

In this bonus Q&A with Jennifer, she shares:Her proudest moment and biggest failure in her career so farA trend that she is following in Talent Development right nowThe biggest challenge she sees in Talent Development todayBooks that have made a big impact on her lifeOne piece of career advice she has for youJennifer is passionate about helping others be their best. For almost 25 years leaders at all levels have appreciated her candor & humor coupled with practical strategies for the care & feeding of other humans (you know, leadership). Jennifer pulls from a range of leadership concepts to create experiences to help teams deliver on their goals. It's been said Jennifer is allergic to inauthenticity. Jennifer earned a BS in Apparel Merchandising from Indiana University. That's right, the very common leadership development educational background of apparel and retail planning.Jennifer started her career with Target Corporation after attending in-person interviews. In January. In Minneapolis. During her tenure with Target she was asked to join the training team in support of the business analyst training program. It was in that role that she realized she is at her best when she is “business adjacent”- meaning enabling the people and teams delivering the profit. In 2012 she returned to Indiana and joined Roche Diagnostics.Over the next 8 years in leadership development and organizational development roles, Jennifer created a new leader program called Jumpstart, built a college grad new hire rotational program from scratch, and dove head first into the roll out of the Leadership Circle Profile 360 from The Full Circle Group. In mid-2020 Jennifer joined the leadership development team at Elevance Health (formerly known as Anthem) to help shape a reimagined leadership development portfolio. Over the last 18 months Jennifer has focused almost solely on the creation of two new high potential development programs, one for manager level leaders and one for those on an executive track.She is also a big believer in the concepts around Strengths Finder from Gallup (Communication, Individualization, Woo, Activator, Significance) and Multipliers from The Wiseman Group (Idea Guy!).She also was named Most Improved Handwriting in 1988 from Klondike Elementary School. Coming to work is a welcome respite for Jennifer who spends her personal time meeting the demands of an opinionated almost 7 year old daughter, Davis, & super needy dog, Holly. Occasionally Jennifer manages to convince herself to jump on her Peloton bike, but usually rewatching The West Wing wins out.Connect with Andy Storch:WebsiteLinkedInJoin us in the Talent Development Think Tank Community!Join us at the Talent Development Think Tank ConferenceConnect with Jennifer Butler:LinkedIn

Host Andy Storch sits down with Jennifer Butler, the director of leadership development at Elevance Health, to delve into the intricacies of creating comprehensive leadership programs. With over 25 years of experience in the field, Jennifer shares her insights on implementing effective leadership development initiatives, including live events, virtual sessions, and small group coaching.Together, they discuss:The structure of various developmental programs at Elevance Health, from manager-focused projects aimed at understanding the company's value chain to executive programs featuring one-on-one coaching and action learning projects. How these initiatives align with the company's diversity, equity, and inclusion mission, ensuring equal opportunities for leaders from diverse backgrounds.The importance of assessing program impact, leveraging assessment tools, and co-creating with partners to tailor leadership programs to business needs.Jennifer's unique career journey and valuable advice for those looking to thrive in talent development.Jennifer is passionate about helping others be their best. For almost 25 years leaders at all levels have appreciated her candor & humor coupled with practical strategies for the care & feeding of other humans (you know, leadership). Jennifer pulls from a range of leadership concepts to create experiences to help teams deliver on their goals. It's been said Jennifer is allergic to inauthenticity. Jennifer earned a BS in Apparel Merchandising from Indiana University. That's right, the very common leadership development educational background of apparel and retail planning.Jennifer started her career with Target Corporation after attending in-person interviews. In January. In Minneapolis. During her tenure with Target she was asked to join the training team in support of the business analyst training program. It was in that role that she realized she is at her best when she is “business adjacent”- meaning enabling the people and teams delivering the profit. In 2012 she returned to Indiana and joined Roche Diagnostics.Over the next 8 years in leadership development and organizational development roles, Jennifer created a new leader program called Jumpstart, built a college grad new hire rotational program from scratch, and dove head first into the roll out of the Leadership Circle Profile 360 from The Full Circle Group. In mid-2020 Jennifer joined the leadership development team at Elevance Health (formerly known as Anthem) to help shape a reimagined leadership development portfolio. Over the last 18 months Jennifer has focused almost solely on the creation of two new high potential development programs, one for manager level leaders and one for those on an executive track.She is also a big believer in the concepts around Strengths Finder from Gallup (Communication, Individualization, Woo, Activator, Significance) and Multipliers from The Wiseman Group (Idea Guy!).She also was named Most Improved Handwriting in 1988 from Klondike Elementary School. Coming to work is a welcome respite for Jennifer who spends her personal time meeting the demands of an opinionated almost 7 year old daughter, Davis, & super needy dog, Holly. Occasionally Jennifer manages to convince herself to jump on her Peloton bike, but usually rewatching The West Wing wins out.Connect with Andy Storch:WebsiteLinkedInJoin us in the Talent Development Think Tank Community!Join us at the Talent Development Think Tank...

Unlock the power of Fortune 500 strategies tailored for your eCommerce empire, as I, Dawn Sinkule, share my transformative journey from corporate executive to eCommerce virtuoso. Get ready to amplify your business acumen with the insider wisdom I've honed over 17 years at Target Corporation, distilled into actionable insights that will propel your online retail venture to unparalleled heights.   This episode is your ticket to mastering the D2D method, my proprietary blueprint for success in the digital marketplace. Learn how to navigate the shift from the corporate world to entrepreneurial freedom, leveraging leadership and sales strategies that transcend the traditional retail environment. I'll take you behind the scenes of building and leading massive teams, managing hefty budgets, and the exhilarating rollercoaster of making the leap into entrepreneurship. Whether you're just starting out or looking to scale, brace yourself for a wealth of knowledge that will redefine your approach to eCommerce and ignite your passion for business.   Resources talked about in this episode Digital Dawn Shopify checklist – Shopify Checklist Digital Dawn Website - Digital Dawn Connect with us - Facebook, Instagram, and Linkedin Book a call - https://digitaldawnagency.com/discovery-call/ Key Takeaways To Tune In For: (02:06) - Dawn's expertise (03:56) - Retail and Online Business Management (10:55) - From Corporate to Entrepreneur

Welcome to another episode of The Marketing School Podcast!  Today, I'm diving into some juicy insights straight from my years at Target Corporation. We'll be covering everything from branding to customer experience, drawing lessons that can transform your business. At Target, we mastered the art of standing out, understanding our audience inside out, and crafting products that hit the mark. I'll walk you through strategies for pricing, promotion across various channels, and ensuring a seamless customer journey.  And hey, let's not forget about keeping an eye on the competition, learning from them while staying true to your brand's essence.  So, buckle up and get ready to elevate your marketing game, right here on The Marketing School Podcast! For more information, visit: https://stan.store/ericamartinco/p/the-first-doneforyou-marketing-program  For additional resources, check out: https://ericamartincompany.vonza.com/courses/marketing-in-a-box And explore my digital products: https://martinmedia.biz/shop 

More than 12 years after Mary Jo Hoffman originally committed to a daily art project where she found something in nature that would inspire her and then photograph it, she is still going strong and hasn't missed a single day. She shared these images on her blog Still -- one image, daily, of gathered natural objects found near her. A former aeronautical engineer, Mary Jo Hoffman, wanted to add some creativity to her life while being home with her two children.  Every walk with her kids or my dog would turn into a STILL blog treasure hunt.Mary Jo's one-a-day project turned into a new career in the creative arts. She went from sharing her images on her blog, to collaboration with designers, plus organizations and companies like: Martha Stewart,  Midwest Living, the Scottish National Opera, Target Corporation, West Elm, and Better Homes & Gardens. This daily practice has allowed her so many unexpected blessings and in a different understanding of nature and the world we live in. She shares her idea of radical incrementalism and explains how we all can tap into our creativity by doing a little bit everyday. She also discusses her creative process and how she approaches the business side of making her art and sharing it with the world. You can find her book STILL: The Art of Noticing to learn more about her story, her creative process, and her gorgeous artwork.Contact Info:Mary Jo Hoffman - GuestMary Jo's LinkedIn accountMary Jo's IG accountSTILL blogJulie Berman - HostJulie Berman's LinkedIn Profile@womencooljobs (Instagram)www.womenwithcooljobs.com ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ I absolutely LOVE being the host and producer of "Women with Cool Jobs", where I interview women who have unique, trailblazing, and innovative careers. It has been such a blessing to share stories of incredible, inspiring women since I started in 2020. If you have benefitted from this work, or simply appreciate that I do it, please consider buying me a $5 coffee. ☕️ https://www.buymeacoffee.com/julieberman Thank you so much for supporting me -- whether by sharing an episode with a friend, attending a LIVE WWCJ event in Phoenix, connecting with me on Instagram @womencooljobs or LinkedIn, sending me a note on my website (www.womenwithcooljobs.com), or by buying me a coffee! It all means so much.

Michelle Wlazlo joined JCPenney in March 2019 as executive vice president, chief merchandising officer, reporting to Marc Rosen, chief executive officer. Wlazlo is responsible for leading the Company's global merchandise strategy and operations including Merchandising, Planning and Allocation, Pricing, Product Design, and Development and Sourcing.Wlazlo brings more than 30 years of merchandising and stores experience from a variety of retailers. In her three years at JCPenney, she has led the charge in clarifying and defining the positioning of the Company's private brands to give customers more choice. Wlazlo led the launch of Thereabouts, JCPenney's most inclusive kid's brand yet with adaptive apparel for children of all abilities; established JCPenney Beauty's partnership with hero brand Thirteen Lune, providing a hyper-inclusive beauty experience; and led the introduction of Hope & Wonder, JCPenney's new purpose-driven private brand, which celebrates festive holidays as well as important cultural moments and gives back to nonprofit partners, to life. Most recently, Wlazlo led the launch of JCPenney's denim lifestyle brand for men, Mutual Weave.Prior to joining JCPenney, she served as senior vice president, merchandising over apparel and accessories, baby gear and essentials at Target Corporation. Before Target, Wlazlo spent 19 years at GAP, Inc., in a variety of roles for Gap, Gap Outlet and Old Navy. She began her career at Saks Fifth Avenue, Inc., before assuming roles as store manager and buyer at Bebe Stores, Inc.Wlazlo attended Lowthian College in Minneapolis and the Executive Education Program at Columbia University's Graduate School of Business. She currently serves on the board of directors for the National Association for the Education of Young Children.Key takeaways from this podcast interview include:1.    Personal Journey to Retail: Michelle Wlazlo's journey into retail stemmed from a fascination and curiosity with shopping. Her experience working in her stepmom's store during high school ignited her passion for the industry, emphasizing the power of fashion and accessories to impact people's lives through simple transactions.2.    Diverse Career at Gap Inc.: Wlazlo spent 19 years at Gap Inc., where she had the opportunity to work in various areas within the company. She specialized in turning around initiatives, launching new businesses, and bringing fresh perspectives to different divisions, demonstrating adaptability and problem-solving skills.3.    Product Focus at JCPenney: Upon joining JCPenney, Wlazlo prioritized fixing the product assortment and driving clarity between brands. Recognizing the importance of good product, she emphasized the need to deliver quality and value to customers, focusing on improving the overall product experience.4.    Partnership with CEO Mark Rosen: Wlazlo highlighted her strong working relationship with CEO Mark Rosen, describing their partnership as complementary and based on trust. They share a passion for product and have a similar taste level, learning from each other and maintaining open communication to drive the company forward.5.    Inclusion and Private Label Strategy: JCPenney's focus on inclusion extends beyond initiatives like the Make It Count program. The company has a long-standing history of catering to diverse customer needs through private brands, with over 50% of product driven by private labels. This strategy involves carefully curating brands to complement each other and staying true to each brand's ethos and DNA.6.    Focus on Leadership and Team Building: Michelle Wlazlo emphasizes the importance of building and maintaining a strong leadership team. She takes pride in the tenure and loyalty of her team members, highlighting the significance of having the right people on board.7.    Transparency and Inspiration: Wlazlo describes her leadership style as transparent and inspiring. She believes in being open about challenges and inspiring her team with a genuine belief in the company's mission and the value it offers to customers.8.    Customer-Centric Approach: Throughout the discussion, there's a recurring theme of prioritizing the customer experience. Whether it's through store remodeling, website improvements, or expanding beauty offerings, JCPenney's investments are aimed at enhancing customer satisfaction.9.    Adaptability and Continuous Learning: Wlazlo emphasizes the importance of stepping out of one's comfort zone and embracing new challenges. She encourages her team to take on tasks that may initially seem daunting, as these experiences foster growth and innovation.10. Team Collaboration and Support: Wlazlo underscores the importance of fostering a supportive and collaborative team environment. She values the camaraderie among team members and their willingness to assist each other, which ultimately contributes to the company's success.

In this episode, the CPG Guys speak with Matt Drzewicki, Vice President of Partner Solutions at Roundel, the retail media arm of Target Corporation.Follow Matt Drzewicki on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-drzewicki-aa8712/Follow Roundel on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/roundel/Follow Roundel online at: https://roundel.com/This episode is sponsored by the Cornell Omnichannel Leadership Program: https://ecornell.cornell.edu/certificates/financial-management/omnichannel-leadership-program/Matt answered these questions:Tell us about you / your background / what you do at Roundel?Can you share a brief history of the evolution of the Roundel Retail Media Network and its role in the retail landscape?How has the advertising landscape changed with the emergence of retail media networks, and what opportunities does it present for brands?What are the key benefits for brands in leveraging Roundel compared to other advertising platforms?What new ways are brands leveraging Roundel to meet the expectations of consumers today?Can you share insights into the role of technology and data analytics in shaping the future of Target's Retail Media Network?How does Roundel provide brands with the tools to track and analyze their advertising performance?What are the key strategies and tech integrations that help to foster brand growth, engage customers, and stay competitive?How is Roundel focused on providing advertisers with full funnel marketing capabilities off-site and in-store to complement your on-site search offerings and what partnerships are enabling this?CPG Guys Website: http://CPGguys.comFMCG Guys Website: http://FMCGguys.comCPG Scoop Website: http://CPGscoop.comNextUp Website: http://NextUpisnow.org/cpgguysRetailWit Website: http://retailwit.comRhea Raj's Website: http://rhearaj.comKavita's podcast: Spotify   AppleDISCLAIMER: The content in this podcast episode is provided for general informational purposes only. By listening to our episode, you understand that no information contained in this episode should be construed as advice from CPGGUYS, LLC or the individual author, hosts, or guests, nor is it intended to be a substitute for research on any subject matter. Reference to any specific product or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by CPGGUYS, LLC. The views expressed by guests are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent.  CPGGUYS LLC expressly disclaims any and all liability or responsibility for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential or other damages arising out of any individual's use of, reference to, or inability to use this podcast or the information we presented in this podcast.

Heidi Petz, president and chief executive officer of Sherwin-Williams and a 1997 University of Richmond graduate, will address 2024 graduates of the university's School of Arts & Sciences, Robins School of Business, and Jepson School of Leadership Studies during their May 12 commencement. Petz earned a bachelor's degree in leadership studies at Richmond and began her career with Sherwin-Williams in 2017, holding a variety of positions before becoming president of the Consumer Brands Group in 2021. She has also served as president of The Americas Group and has held leadership roles with Newell Rubbermaid, Target Corporation, and PricewaterhouseCoopers. Petz sits...Article LinkSupport the show

When Cathy was 15, she fell in love with dance and mime while studying at the Children's Theater School with Myron Johnson and Wendy Lehr. She went on to dance with Zoe Sealy's Minnesota Jazz Dance Company where she met aspiring choreographer Ken Delap. As an original member of Ken Delap's Ozone Dance Company, Cathy performed across the Midwest and in New York City at the American Theater Laboratory.Other performance highlights include playing the lead in Kenneth Robbins' production, “Accidently Exalted” at St. Paul's Landmark Center, numerous productions at Chanhassen Dinner Theaters, Minnesota Opera, Kentucky Opera, and Minnesota Orchestra's Summer Pops Concerts, and live business theater events. Choreography credits include Chanhassen Dinner Theater, Minnesota Opera, Theatre Exchange, History Theater, Skylark Opera, Target Corporation, as well as colleges and high schools.As a mime, Cathy was an artist in residence through the Minnesota State Arts Board's Artists-in-Education Program, co-authored “The Mime Alphabet Book” with her sister, Nina, and performed as a Yoplait mime in New York and New Jersey.Since 1996, she's been working as a marketing writer for Twin Cities-based creative agencies and corporate clients. She still enjoys performing but now as a storyteller at The Moth, Minnesota Fringe Festival, Patrick's Cabaret, TEDx, Story Club, and Island of Discarded Women podcast.

Focus on the audience. Lead with empathy. Ask great questions. That's how my guest this episode, Juli Lassow, describes a great communicator. Juli spent 17 years at Target in progressively responsible leadership roles in sourcing, inventory management and buying. So, if you've ever gone into target for just a few things and came out with an overflowing cart, Juli is part of the reason for that. In this episode we chat about the importance of providing context for your questions, the difference between sympathy and empathy, and how to establish powerful partnerships. Additional Resources:► Follow Communispond on LinkedIn for more communication skills tips: https://www.linkedin.com/company/communispond► Connect with Scott D'Amico on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottdamico/► Connect with Juli on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julilassow/► Learn more about Juli's work athttps://www.jhl-solutions.com► Subscribe to the podcast: https://communicast.simplecast.com/► Learn more about Communispond: https:www.communispond.comKey Moments:The importance of effective communication and empathy in building partnerships (00:03:08) Juli discusses the role of communication and empathy in establishing strong partnerships and being an effective communicator.Tailoring messages to fit the audience and testing for understanding (00:04:21) Juli talks about the importance of tailoring messages to the audience, listening effectively, and asking questions to ensure understanding.The essential communication skills needed in the workplace (00:06:43) Juli highlights the need for effective cross-functional collaboration, understanding perspectives, and practicing business empathy in delivering complex retail experiences.Leading with Empathy and Effective Communication (00:07:59) The importance of leading with empathy and effective communication in building strong partnerships, especially in complex retail organizations.Creating an Environment for Input and Decision-making (00:09:48) The struggle of accepting input and feedback, creating an environment for input, making appropriate decisions, and effectively communicating the decision and the why behind it.Openness and Transparency in Business Partnerships (00:11:28) The significance of openness, transparency, and communication in maintaining successful business partnerships, both internally within an organization and externally with suppliers and manufacturers.The importance of adding context (00:16:07) Adding context to questions helps clarify and expand the conversation, building trust and transparency.The influence of empathy on communication style (00:17:57) Brené Brown's teachings on empathy have had a significant impact on understanding and forming deep connections in communication.Advice for developing communication skills (00:21:58) Show empathy for your audience, ask the right questions, and lean into your authentic communication style to connect meaningfully with others.The importance of authentic communication (00:24:28) Discussion on the importance of being true to oneself and finding one's own communication style to effectively connect with others.  

Nate Lee, CISO at Tradeshift, talks about creating cloud security capabilities, working with engineering, and how he built a GenAI security question answering bot.About Nate:Nate is currently CISO at Tradeshift, a B2B SaaS platform where he built the security program that has secured over $1 trillion in global business transactions. Previous to that, he led various technical teams including the company's Platform Operations, Site Reliability Engineering and Corporate IT functions.He got his start as an engineer doing consulting, building systems and networks before joining Target Corporation. At Target, he built and secured systems that ensure the smooth flow of goods at one of the largest retailers in the country.In 2010, after relocating to the Bay Area, Nate joined the videoconferencing startup Fuze (later acquired by 8x8) as a Senior Architect before swiftly expanding his purview and leading the operations, security and escalated support teams.Like most in tech, he's currently spending an inordinate amount of time digging into AI and the practical implications it has to businesses, focusing on building secure-by-default systems and driving internal efficiencies.SPONSER NOTE: Support for Cloud Ace podcast comes from SANS Institute. If you like the topics covered in this podcast and would like to learn more about cloud security, SANS Cloud Security curriculum is here to support your journey into building, deploying, and managing secure cloud infrastructure, platforms, and applications. Whether you are on a technical flight plan, or a leadership one, SANS Cloud Security curriculum has resources, training, and certifications to fit your needs. Focus on where the cloud is going, not where it is today. Your organization is going to need someone with hands-on technical experience and cloud security-specific knowledge. You will be prepared not only for your current role, but also for a cutting-edge future in cloud security. Review and Download Cloud Security Resources: sans.org/cloud-security/ Join our growing and diverse community of cloud security professionals on your platform of choice: Discord | Twitter | LinkedIn | YouTube

Sally Mueller is the Co-founder and CEO of Womaness, modern menopause solutions from top to toe.   She is a seasoned executive with impeccable entrepreneurial acumen. Sally spent over two decades of her career at Target Corporation, first in Apparel Merchandising and then in Marketing, helping to build the bullseye from a regional discount retailer to one of the world's most recognized and influential global brands. She developed and implemented Target's designer program and Design for All platform, transforming the regional discount retailer into a global phenomenon.   Sally went on to launch her own company, Whyse Branding, where she formed a licensing relationship with Who What Wear and successfully launched the consumer products line in Target stores and ultimately achieved international distribution. She was then named Chief Brand Officer for Clique Brands, overseeing their Consumer Brands Division, where she launched Joy Lab at Target, incubated VERSED skincare and expanded Who What Wear internationally.   Sally's encore is creating a revolutionary consumer hit with the introduction of Womaness (which debuted in March 2021), a brand that is changing the conversation around menopause through innovative products that offer solutions from head to toe (and everything in-between), readily avail via Target.   Womaness provides trusted advice on symptoms from hot flashes to sleep issues to fine lines, and support from an inspired community of women who don't believe in the pause (of menopause) and exude #menopositivity, aka a dynamic, joyful outlook that embraces who we are today.   A lifelong Minnesotan, Sally, and her husband reside outside of Minneapolis, slowly acclimating to life as empty nesters.   Follow Sally on Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn.   Visit Womaness at Womaness.com.   Remarkable Quote:   “That night I said to my husband ‘I'm going to disrupt this industry.'”   Find Us Online! Website: iamJulietHahn.com Instagram: @iamjuliethahn Twitter: @iamjuliethahn LinkedIn: Juliet Hahn FB: @iamjuliethahn Fireside: Juliet Hahn Clubhouse: @iamjuliethahn YouTube: Juliet Hahn

Steve Tran, CISO at the Democratic National Committee (DNC), opens up about his personal challenges, finding his path through hacking and magic, and his passion for helping the next generation.ABOUT STEVE: Steve is the Chief Security Officer for the Democratic National Committee, where he leads the organization's Information Technology, physical security, and cybersecurity strategies and programs. Prior to this, Steve was the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) for MGM Studios. There, he played a pivotal role in several high-profile mergers and acquisitions, including the successful $8.5 billion acquisition of MGM Studios by Amazon. Steve has a diverse background. He has worked at Mattel, Target Corporation, Fox Studios, and Deloitte, and also served as a police officer.When not defending against dedicated adversaries, you can watch his “off the cuffs” performances at the World Famous Magic Castle in Hollywood.Follow Steve on these socials:https://www.linkedin.com/in/steveishacking/https://defcon.social/@stevetranSPONSER NOTE: Support for Cloud Ace podcast comes from SANS Institute. If you like the topics covered in this podcast and would like to learn more about cloud security, SANS Cloud Security curriculum is here to support your journey into building, deploying, and managing secure cloud infrastructure, platforms, and applications. Whether you are on a technical flight plan, or a leadership one, SANS Cloud Security curriculum has resources, training, and certifications to fit your needs. Focus on where the cloud is going, not where it is today. Your organization is going to need someone with hands-on technical experience and cloud security-specific knowledge. You will be prepared not only for your current role, but also for a cutting-edge future in cloud security. Review and Download Cloud Security Resources: sans.org/cloud-security/ Join our growing and diverse community of cloud security professionals on your platform of choice: Discord | Twitter | LinkedIn | YouTube

Guest Jared Nypen talks about his current role at Great Clips & his experiences in building human resource strategies & leading college recruiting teams.Jared Nypen leads the human resources and recruiting resources departments for Great Clips, Inc. as the Vice President of Talent. He is responsible for delivering on the Great Clips, Inc. employee promise: “We fuel your drive for greatness.” This includes strategically managing recruiting, community involvement, employee performance and development, employee relations, compensation and benefits, employee engagement and organizational effectiveness.As the head of recruiting resources, Jared leads best-in-class employer branding efforts for the entire Great Clips system. His team also provides salon owners with tools and resources to help them attract top stylists within their markets.Jared joined Great Clips Inc. in 2015 and was named Vice President of Talent in 2018. Previously, Jared spent 14 years at Target Corporation and Best Buy Co, Inc., where he led college recruiting teams, built human resources strategies and directed technology implementations for talent management.Jared has a bachelor's degree in communications and business from Concordia College –Moorhead. He is certified as a Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR), as a Senior Certified Professional with the Society for Human Resources Management (SHRM-SCP), and as a Certified Franchise Executive (CFE). He also represents Great Clips, Inc. on the Minneapolis Chief Human Resources Officer Governing Board, the Talent Marketing Board and the Minnesota Business Coalition for Racial Equity (MBCRE).Outside of work, Jared enjoys traveling with his family, tackling home and yard projects and spending time on the lake. You can also find Jared on the sidelines, coaching one of his three children in their favorite sport of the moment.MAIN TAKEAWAYS:[00:01:57] Engaging with audience and algorithm.[00:04:19] Mohawk hairstyles and self-expression.[00:10:30] Million-dollar mistake.[00:12:05] Rounding error budgets.[00:15:01] Travel being a budget concern.[00:19:49] The meetings before the meetings.[00:23:10] Providing a safe space.[00:25:24] Leaders and employee relationships.[00:29:06] Blending recruitment and marketing.[00:36:49] Staying on trend through networking.[00:41:37] Bring this content to someone else.

Andrew + Sara Herr: highly successful entrepreneurs, innovative thinkers and community pillars! Join us as this ultimate power couple shares their story of how they met, the story behind Next Big Thing, and how their respective backgrounds shaped their careers. Hard work, patience and perseverance led Andrew on his journey from intern to executive with Taylor Holdings. ⁠Sara shares how these shared values led her to a successful role as a product manager with Target Corporation. From selling Andrew's first company through Taylor Holdings for 900 million to their faith-centered approach to family life, Andrew and Sara take us through the ins and outs of their remarkable journey together.

Target Corporation has laid open its latest earnings report with responses from the executive team led by CEO Brian Cornell. Throughout the earnings call, Mr. Cornell acknowledged the impact of soft industry trends, moderating inflation, and higher inventory shrink on the company's profit margin. Despite these headwinds, he also gave credence to an upturn in profitability compared to the previous year. This favorable change is credited to a holistic approach addressing different aspects of the business, including lower freight costs, stringent inventory management, a beneficial category and channel mix, and a continued commitment to enhance operational efficiency. On a brighter note, Target's financial recovery journey exhibits a notably healthy upswing in the first three quarters of 2023. According to the company's released figures, the Earnings Per Share (EPS) represented a growth of more than 40% when contrasted with the same period in the prior year. More impressively, it marked over a 26% surge against the 2019 statistics. The company attributes such a bullish picture to a combination of strategic initiatives including the streamlining of freight expenses, adherence to disciplined inventory management, and a beneficial product and distribution channel mix. Nonetheless, Target conceded certain challenging scenarios that acted as a drag on the journey to its current successful standing. In the earnings call, Target admitted to certain industry shifts that fostered a downtrend in comparable sales, particularly within discretionary categories. On a strategic note, Target has stayed firm on enhancing customer engagement and boosting buyer experiences. Evident in their investment allocation, the brand intends to fortify its physical store experience, upskill team members, enhance digital capabilities and offer a more diverse product range. Striving to bring value, convenience, and innovation, Target has embraced changes by introducing novel same-day service options such as drive-ups, aligning with the ever-evolving customer lifestyle trends. Looking ahead, the Minneapolis based retailer appears focused on expanding its reach and product appeal. In the pipeline are robust investments that are anticipated to beef up the brick and mortar store infrastructure, invest in team development, bolster digital capabilities, and broaden the product portfolio. Drawing from this strategy, Target remains optimistic about driving growth and maintaining strong customer footfall across all platforms. The much awaited holiday season adds to the fervor as the company plans to deliver value, inspire with product assortments, and deliver unmatched joyful shopping experiences. In sum, the retail environment is evolving at a fast pace, molding companies to accommodate changing customer expectations resulted by swift digital advancements. Amid such times, Target's dedication to the ongoing elevation of customer experiences, commitment to bolstering efficiencies, along with leveraging its robust and diversified product offerings is indicative of the brand's resilience and adaptive longevity. It serves as a practical case study for a multitude of professionals; those encompassing marketing, operations, retail, sales, and innovation fields, to learn from. TGT Company info: https://finance.yahoo.com/quote/TGT/profile For more PSFK research : www.psfk.com  This email has been published and shared for the purpose of business research and is not intended as investment advice.

Ever wonder how a world-class marketer transitions from managing multi-billion dollar CPG brands to running the food and beverage department of the popular retail giant Target Corporation? Imagine the thrill of going from a government major, to acquiring a JD/MBA, to becoming the CMO of Target, and ultimately, the Executive Vice President of Food and Beverage. This intriguing journey is none other than that of our esteemed guest, Rick Gomez. He opens up about his exciting pivot from CPG to retail, his successful marketing strategies for young audiences, and his notable board roles at the Smithsonian's National Museum of the American Latino and Wendy's Corporation.In this deep-dive conversation, Rick sheds light on his rewarding transition from being a CMO at Pepsi to his current role at Target. Get ready to explore his motivation behind this significant career change, his tenacity in overcoming the challenges that arose during the transition, and how he's making a difference working with frontline store representatives across America. Rick also gives us a peek into his aspiration of becoming a CEO and shares the invaluable lessons he's gleaned over the past three years.We also venture into the unique way Target approaches food and beverage, transitioning from simply selling to celebrating food. Rick discusses how Target harnesses affordability, ease, and convenience to foster communal experiences around food and beverage. We delve into the exciting innovations that Target has introduced, like the ability to order Starbucks via their Drive Up service. Moreover, Rick shares how Target works in concert with vendors, suppliers, and merchants to deliver 'affordable joy' to its guests and the importance of personal branding and authentic leadership in today's competitive market.

Jadee Hanson, CISO and CIO at Code42, shares how even as a kid she knew cybersecurity was her calling and how that led to CISO, CIO, and product leadership responsibilities.About Jadee Hanson: As chief information security officer and chief information officer at Code42, Jadee Hanson leads global risk and compliance, security operations, incident response, and insider threat monitoring and investigations. To her position, she brings more than 17 years of information security and a proven track record of building security programs.Prior to Code42, Jadee held a number of senior leadership roles in the security department of Target Corporation, where she implemented key programs, including spearheaded the effort to embed security resources into the development process as well as the security plans behind the acquisition of software development and online retail companies. She was the security lead for the sale of Target Pharmacies to CVS Health. Before joining Target, Jadee worked at Deloitte, where she served as a security consultant for companies across diverse industries such as healthcare, manufacturing energy, retail and more.Jadee is a co-author of Inside Jobs: Why Insider Risk Is the Biggest Cyber Threat You Can't Ignore, which shines a light on Insider Risk and details what business and security leaders can do to keep their workforces productive and data protected.In addition to her day job at Code42, Jadee is the founder and CEO of the non-profit organization Building Without Borders, which serves those in poverty-stricken areas throughout the world through housing services. Since April 2015, Building Without Borders has built 39 houses in areas of the Dominican Republic. In her spare time, you can find Jadee working for her non-profit, enjoying time with her husband and three girls, and spending time on the lake.SPONSER NOTE: Support for Cloud Ace podcast comes from SANS Institute. If you like the topics covered in this podcast and would like to learn more about cloud security, SANS Cloud Security curriculum is here to support your journey into building, deploying, and managing secure cloud infrastructure, platforms, and applications. Whether you are on a technical flight plan, or a leadership one, SANS Cloud Security curriculum has resources, training, and certifications to fit your needs. Focus on where the cloud is going, not where it is today. Your organization is going to need someone with hands-on technical experience and cloud security-specific knowledge. You will be prepared not only for your current role, but also for a cutting-edge future in cloud security. Review and Download Cloud Security Resources: sans.org/cloud-security/ Join our growing and diverse community of cloud security professionals on your platform of choice: Discord | Twitter | LinkedIn | YouTube

In our never-ending mission to ensure you're never caught off guard, no matter what the tactic, today we address the question whether multiple lawyers on behalf of the same party object during a deposition. As always, we discuss the best strategies when using (or defending against) this tactic, and we provide cases on point in the show notes. Have a great week!SHOW NOTESWebster v. Target Corporation, Case No. 2:22-cv-11293-MAG-CI, 2023 WL 6509097 (E. D. Mich. Oct. 5, 2023) (holding that there is no prohibition against multiple lawyers for the same party objecting while defending a deponent, but limiting parties to a single attorney during future depositions in the case)Continental Casualty Company v. Compass Bank, Case No. CV-04-0766-CB-C, 2005 WL 8158673 (S. D. Ala. Dec. 7, 2005) (finding there is no flat prohibition against the practice of having multiple lawyers objecting on behalf of the same party during a deposition)Fed. R. Evid. 611(a) (authorizing the trial judge to control the mode of examination and presentation of evidence at trial)Fed. R. Civ. P. 30(d)(3)(A) (allowing for an oral motion to terminate or limit a deposition in progress where it is being conducted in bad faith or in a manner intended to annoy, oppress, or embarrass a party or deponent)Fed. R. Civ. P. 26(c) (authorizing parties to seek protective orders limiting or otherwise prescribing the manner in which discovery may be conducted)

Pete Walsh is a Master Coach and a trusted advisor who brings real-life lessons to his family business and executive clients. Pete is the first guest on Succession Stories who turned down next generation succession. In 1919, Pete's great uncle and grandfather started Walsh Bros. as a typewriter repair company in the times of the US wild west. As the 3rd generation, Pete joined the business and slowly worked his way up the company ladder. There were lots of owner branches on the family tree, and Pete felt that the road to autonomy and ownership was too much of an uphill journey. He said no to family business succession and ventured out on his own. Years later, the family sold the business to Target Corporation bringing an end to Walsh Bros after a successful 89-year run. Pete followed his passion for leadership development and coaches family businesses across the US. He is also the author of The Family Business Playbook that includes some timeless advice from his grandfather. Listen in as Pete joins host Laurie Barkman for a great conversation about family business performance and what it takes to win. Enjoy this Succession Stories episode about turning down the family business with Pete Walsh.   Find Pete Walsh Here: https://familybusinessperformance.com   My Links: ⏰️ Meet With Laurie: https://thebusinesstransitionsherpa.com/connect/

Good Morning and Happy Hump Day, #LALiens! Welcome—contrarians, free-thinkers, and the unafraid—to Law and Legitimacy with Norm Pattis and Michael Boyer. . Today: › America First Legal announces a shareholder lawsuit against Target Corporation putting DEI in the crosshairs. . › Norm reviews his latest read from Tom O'Neill, "Chaos: The Truth Behind the Manson Murders." What as the CIA up to with MKULTRA? . › Politico reports the political party changes that have occurred within elected leadership across the country during 2023. Even if one were to concede an element of political opportunism, are the partisan jersey swaps not a valuable sign of the times within the American republic? . Join us. . For the rest of the year, creators will receive 100 percent of the revenue from the purchase of monthly subscription badges, which Rumble recently launched for the price of $5 per month. Please consider purchasing a subscription badge to LAL and be assured that LAL will receive every penny of that subscription through the end of the year. Your consideration and patronage is most sincerely appreciated! . Daily livestreams beginning at 8:00 am EST on: › Rumble: https://rumble.com/user/LawandLegitimacy › Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@lawandlegitimacy › X: https://twitter.com/LawPodDaily . Subscribe and turn on notifications! . Support Law and Legitimacy: . - Locals: https://lawandlegitimacy.locals.com/ - X: @LawPodDaily, @PattisNorm, and @MichaelBoyer_ - Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Audible, Spotify, or wherever you receive podcasts and rate LAL 5 stars. - Subscribe here on our Rumble and Youtube channels, give us a Rumble, and join our active community of free-thinkers, contrarians, and the unafraid on Locals!

Target Corporation, Q1 2024 Earnings Call, May 17, 2023

Today I open with a reminder of what I discussed on Friday when I was filling in for The Erick Erickson Show – Dr. Mandy Cohen is being tapped as the new Director of the CDC. One :30 second sound bite from her, combined with the White House write-up, is all you need to know to realize this Administration is continuing to weaponize every part of the Executive Branch. We then move to more emails being released through lawsuits, which reveal the ongoing pay-to-play schemes that have been surrounding Joe Biden while he was the Vice President during the Obama administration. America First Legal released several of the emails and, though many were redacted, reveal a pattern of Joe Biden and his staff being intimately aware of his son's, Hunter Biden's, business dealings and partners. This rolls right into the ongoing fight between Rep. James Comer (R-KY) and the Christopher Wray, Director of the FBI, over the document revealing a bribery scheme involving Joe Biden. Supposedly, today is the day the committee is going to gain access to the document, but I'm not holding my breath. Technically, we already know who the whistleblower is and what he's said. I told you about Mike McCormick back on April 12, 2023. He had been an official White House stenographer in the Obama regime. It wasn't until the Hunter Biden laptop documents began to be released online that he was able to connect some dots and realized a crime had taken place right in front of his own eyes. Mike McCormick wants to testify about what he knows and everything he mentions is likely corroborated in that very document the FBI is trying to keep hidden. It all deals with money laundering through Ukraine at the very moment Hunter was brought on board with the energy company Burisma. It's the very subject that got President Donald Trump impeached the first time – his inquiry into corruption in Ukraine. Rep. Barry Loudermilk (R-GA) discussed some of the work he and his committee are doing related to both the January 6th Committee and to the even on January 6 itself. As you already knew from listening to me, the J6 Committee was nothing more than a staged reality TV show. What this committee is doing is hopefully exposing that partisan agenda, while also diving into the failures that did lead to some protesters escalating to a mini-riot. Finally, we need to expose Target Corporation for being more than just swept up in transgenderism or Pride month. They are fully embracing the Woke movement, which, as I stated to you in early May, is the same thing as Marxism. After diving into the agendas being supported by Target, I share with you a parody song from my good friend, Jim Gossett. The Devil Went Down to Target is a perfect way to wrap-up today's show. Take a moment to rate and review the show and then share the episode on social media. You can find me on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, GETTR and TRUTH Social by searching for The Alan Sanders Show. You can also support the show by visiting my Patreon page!

Controversy has erupted around the Target Corporation, as their celebration of LGBTQ+ pride has reached new heights. Carrying products like chest binders and tuck-friendly bathing suits has seemed to push consumers too far. So what's the appropriate response from Christians? Should we boycott Target? Should we refuse to shop at stores that promote immorality? And how could we possibly be consistent in doing so? In this episode, Brett & Erin help Christian families navigate the latest cultural controversy.

This is Garrison Hardie with your CrossPolitic Daily News Brief for Wednesday, May 24th, 2023. https://www.zerohedge.com/covid-19/who-warns-unusual-surge-severe-myocarditis-babies WHO Warns Of 'Unusual' Surge in Severe Myocarditis in Babies On Tuesday, the WHO issued an alert that there had been a rise in “severe myocarditis” in newborns and infants between June 2022 and March 2023 in Wales and England. It said that this was associated with the enterovirus infection, which rarely affects the heart. A UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) spokesperson confirmed to The Epoch Times that 10 babies have been diagnosed in Wales and five have been diagnosed in England. The WHO said that “although enterovirus infections are common in neonates and young infants, the reported increase in myocarditis with severe outcomes in neonates and infants associated with enterovirus infection is unusual.” It said that in the same hospital (covering the South Wales region) over the previous six years, “only one other similar case has been identified.” WHO assessed the public health risk as low, but added that in certain situations, it “may be advisable to close child-care facilities and schools to reduce the intensity of transmission.” However, the WHO took down the alert on Wednesday. The Epoch Times understands that this could be because some of the numbers were not correct. The WHO did not respond to The Epoch Times’ request for comment. Dr. Shamez Ladhani, Consultant Paediatrician at UKHSA, told The Epoch Times by email that “given a higher than average number of cases in Wales in the autumn/winter months in very young babies, UKHSA is investigating the situation in England to see if any similar cases have been observed here and whether there are any factors driving the increase in cases.” The UKHSA did not respond to questions about ruling out any links to the effects of the COVID-19 vaccine. Public Health Wales at the start of May announced that it was investigating a cluster of severe enterovirus infections with myocarditis occurring in very young babies from the South Wales region. The cases occurred from June 2022 with a peak in November 2022 involving babies under 28 days old. Ten babies have developed myocarditis within this cluster. One baby remains in hospital, eight are being managed as outpatients, and one baby has died. Consultant pathologist and HART member Dr. Clare Craig told The Epoch Times that there’s “a massive question about whether or not these babies or the mums are vaccinated.” HART is an organisation that was set up to share concerns about policy and guidance recommendations relating to the COVID-19 pandemic. https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/restoring-america/community-family/nebraska-governor-signs-ban-abortion-and-child-transitions Nebraska governor signs ban on abortion and child transitions Nebraska became the latest state to enact bans on abortion and child gender transitions as Gov. Jim Pillen (R-NE) signed a dual measure Monday afternoon. Nebraska 's legislature passed the measure Friday, which will prohibit abortion at 12 weeks of pregnancy and ban genital and nongenital mutilation surgeries on children. The bill also gives the state's chief medical officer, Dr. Timothy Tesmer, the authority to determine restrictions on puberty blockers and cross-sex hormones. Pillen called child gender transitions "Lucifer at its finest" at the signing ceremony. "All children deserve a chance to grow and live happy, fruitful lives," Pillen said in a press release before the signing. "This includes pre-born boys and girls, and it includes children struggling with their gender identity. These kids deserve the opportunity to grow and explore who they are and want to be, and they can do so without making irreversible decisions that should be made when they are fully grown." While the abortion ban goes into effect immediately upon Pillen's signature, the ban on transgender procedures will go into effect on Oct. 1. The abortion ban includes exceptions for rape, incest, and instances in which the life of the mother is at risk. Eighty-six percent of abortions in Nebraska occur before 12 weeks, according to state statistics. Primary sponsor state Sen. Joni Albrecht, fighting through tears, said, "I look forward to the day when every child is protected from elective abortions in our state." Nebraska joins a growing list of states that have passed abortion restrictions since the overturn of Roe v. Wade. Twenty-seven states have attempted to pass such laws, but some states have been either held up by courts or hindered by a divided government. Last week, North Carolina and South Carolina took action to restrict abortion. From Nebraska to Texas we go… https://townhall.com/tipsheet/madelineleesman/2023/05/23/texas-bans-diversity-offices-at-colleges-n2623589 Texas Moves a Step Closer to Banning Diversity Programs in Higher Education On Monday, Texas lawmakers passed a bill to end Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) programs at state colleges and universities. If the bill were to become law, it would be the second state in the nation with such legislation, following Florida. According to The Hill, the measure requires the governors of each state university to ensure that there is no DEI office at the school and that preferential treatment is not given for “diversity hires.” Rep. John Kuempel, a Republican, said that “DEI is present in some form in almost every Texas campus” and that schools “must recruit the best people in every field regardless of race and gender,” according to the Dallas Morning News. The Texas House voted 83-60 in support of S.B. 17. The legislation heads back to the Senate, where it will decide to accept or deny changes made by members of the House. Last month, when the Senate passed its version of the bill, Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick described the legislation as the “strongest pushback on woke policies in higher education.” “For far too long, academia has been poisoned by woke policies and faculty seeking to indoctrinate our students. Professors did not believe we would push back on their advances, but they were wrong. Students should be taught how to think critically, not what to think," Patrick said in a statement. https://freebeacon.com/energy/majority-of-united-states-faces-elevated-risk-of-summer-power-blackouts-amid-green-energy-push/ Majority of United States Faces 'Elevated Risk' of Summer Power Blackouts Amid Green Energy Push America's increased reliance on green energy in favor of coal and gas has a majority of the United States facing an "elevated risk" of summer power blackouts, according to a leading grid reliability watchdog. The North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) last week published its 2023 summer reliability assessment, which found that two-thirds of North America could face power shortages this summer during periods of extreme heat. That vulnerability, the watchdog group said, stems from America's increase in green power generation and decrease in fossil fuel power plants. While coal and natural gas plants can be turned on and off at the flip of a switch, green alternatives such as wind and solar rely on favorable weather conditions to operate at full capacity. If those conditions aren't met, power demand can outpace supply. "The system is closer to the edge," NERC director of reliability assessment and performance analysis John Moura said last week. "More needs to be done." Moura is far from the only expert sounding the alarm on America's unreliable power grid. Both state and federal officials in recent weeks have warned that high summer temperatures, combined with low nightly winds, could bring power blackouts across the country. "I'm afraid to say it, but I think the United States is heading towards a catastrophic situation," Federal Energy Regulatory Commission member Mark Christie said during a May Senate hearing. Despite those warnings, President Joe Biden has moved forward with plans to accelerate U.S. coal plant retirements. With nearly half of America's coal power already set to disappear by 2030, Biden's Environmental Protection Agency earlier this month unveiled new standards that force coal and gas power plants to slash their carbon emissions by a whopping 90 percent between 2035 and 2040. In order to meet the near-impossible standards, those plants will have to spend big on infrastructure upgrades—costs that may prompt the plants to shut down rather than comply. "Coal is more than five times as dependable as wind and more than twice as dependable as solar when electricity demand is greatest," America's Power CEO Michelle Bloodworth said in a statement, "yet bad public policy and EPA regulations are forcing the closure of coal plants." In addition to his far-reaching fossil fuel regulations, Biden has spent hundreds of billions of dollars on tax breaks and subsidies aimed at increasing electric car use. And in April, Biden's Environmental Protection Agency announced a new rule that imposes strict tailpipe emission limits on vehicles sold—so strict that it effectively forces automakers to ensure that two-thirds of the cars they sell are electric by 2032. Those moves could also put strain on the nation's power grid. As more Americans plug in their cars instead of filling them up with gasoline, grids across the country will need to put out more power to keep up. The issue has already plagued some U.S. states—in September, for example, California urged electric car drivers to stop charging their vehicles due to power grid strain. Still, the ordeal did not stop state officials from moving full steam ahead with plans to outlaw gas-powered vehicles and eradicate fossil fuel power plants. https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/news/house/mccarthy-warns-nowhere-near-deal-on-debt-ceiling McCarthy warns White House and GOP ‘nowhere near a deal’ on debt ceiling House Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-CA) warned Republican lawmakers that his team is “nowhere near a deal” with the White House on the debt ceiling, ramping up pressure on President Joe Biden just nine days before the default deadline. In a closed-door meeting with GOP lawmakers on Tuesday, McCarthy told members a compromise on the debt ceiling was still far off, reiterating his position that he would not increase spending or raise the debt ceiling without conditions. Republicans emerged from the meeting wary of negotiators’ progress, telling reporters the talks are not going well so far. As part of the negotiations, the White House proposed late last week to limit next year’s spending to 2023 levels — an idea that was rejected by Republicans, who wish to return to 2022 levels. McHenry and Rep. Garret Graves (R-LA), the top negotiators for McCarthy, emphasized that stance on Tuesday by calling on the White House to agree to cut spending. Meanwhile, some Republicans remain skeptical of Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen’s warnings that the country could default on its payments as soon as June 1, calling that date a manufactured deadline set by the Biden administration to accelerate a deal. Gaetz argued the United States is not at risk of missing its payments, noting the country has strong revenue that will continue coming in over the next few weeks. Instead, the Florida Republican said Yellen should appear before Congress to present “receipts and deposits” that prove the country is on track to default. McCarthy’s warning comes after the speaker met with Biden on Monday evening, marking the third meeting the two have held since restarting negotiations earlier this month. McCarthy called the meeting “productive” but noted the two are still far apart on finalizing a deal. Now for the rundown… https://thepostmillennial.com/breaking-suspect-in-custody-after-allegedly-crashing-u-haul-truck-into-barriers-near-white-house?utm_campaign=64487 On Monday night, the driver of a U-Haul truck was taken into custody after allegedly slamming into security barriers near the White House. According to Secret Service spokesperson Anthony Guglielmi, the truck crashed on the northern side of Lafayette Square at around 10 pm. Guglielmi said in a statement, "Shortly before 10:00 p.m. Monday, Secret Service Uniformed Division officers detained the driver of a box truck after the vehicle collided with security barriers on the north side of Lafayette Square at 16th Street." He added that there were no injuries to any Secret Service or White House personnel and that the crash is under investigation but that the preliminary investigation reveals the driver may have intentionally crashed into the barriers. https://thepostmillennial.com/uc-berkeley-holds-segregated-graduation-ceremony-for-black-students-only?utm_campaign=64487 The University of California Berkeley hosted a black-only graduation ceremony for its non-white students at Zellerbach Hall on Saturday. In March, UC Berkeley’s African American Studies Department announced they would be holding their annual “Black Graduation” ceremony for students in May. According to the announcement, “The Department of African American Studies plans on hosting our annual Black Graduation ceremony, which is open to all majors and degree programs across the campus." https://twitter.com/i/status/1660362211636969473 - Play Video https://redstate.com/mike_miller/2023/05/22/super-woke-target-partners-on-its-new-gay-pride-line-with-designer-who-insists-satan-loves-you-n749804 So let’s check them off. By “them,” I mean just the latest corporations to put their “woke” beliefs ahead of customer loyalty, profits, and shareholders: Disney, Nike, Bud Light, BlackRock, Ford, and Miller Lite. The complete list is long — and it just got longer with the addition of the super-woke Target Corporation. Target has partnered with UK-based Satanist designer Abprallen on its new “Pride” collection, which features a “Cure Transphobia” sweatshirt, which bears the message “Cure transphobia, not trans people,” and other related items. Did I mention that Abprallen insists “Satan loves you,” “Satan respects pronouns,” and other uplifting [sarc] trash for your shopping pleasure? As reported by Breitbart, Abprallen mixes its affinity for satanism with its pro-LGBT activism, boasting on its Instagram page: “Satan loves you and respects who you are; you’re important and valuable in this world and you deserve to treat yourself with love and respect.”

This is Garrison Hardie with your CrossPolitic Daily News Brief for Wednesday, May 24th, 2023. https://www.zerohedge.com/covid-19/who-warns-unusual-surge-severe-myocarditis-babies WHO Warns Of 'Unusual' Surge in Severe Myocarditis in Babies On Tuesday, the WHO issued an alert that there had been a rise in “severe myocarditis” in newborns and infants between June 2022 and March 2023 in Wales and England. It said that this was associated with the enterovirus infection, which rarely affects the heart. A UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) spokesperson confirmed to The Epoch Times that 10 babies have been diagnosed in Wales and five have been diagnosed in England. The WHO said that “although enterovirus infections are common in neonates and young infants, the reported increase in myocarditis with severe outcomes in neonates and infants associated with enterovirus infection is unusual.” It said that in the same hospital (covering the South Wales region) over the previous six years, “only one other similar case has been identified.” WHO assessed the public health risk as low, but added that in certain situations, it “may be advisable to close child-care facilities and schools to reduce the intensity of transmission.” However, the WHO took down the alert on Wednesday. The Epoch Times understands that this could be because some of the numbers were not correct. The WHO did not respond to The Epoch Times’ request for comment. Dr. Shamez Ladhani, Consultant Paediatrician at UKHSA, told The Epoch Times by email that “given a higher than average number of cases in Wales in the autumn/winter months in very young babies, UKHSA is investigating the situation in England to see if any similar cases have been observed here and whether there are any factors driving the increase in cases.” The UKHSA did not respond to questions about ruling out any links to the effects of the COVID-19 vaccine. Public Health Wales at the start of May announced that it was investigating a cluster of severe enterovirus infections with myocarditis occurring in very young babies from the South Wales region. The cases occurred from June 2022 with a peak in November 2022 involving babies under 28 days old. Ten babies have developed myocarditis within this cluster. One baby remains in hospital, eight are being managed as outpatients, and one baby has died. Consultant pathologist and HART member Dr. Clare Craig told The Epoch Times that there’s “a massive question about whether or not these babies or the mums are vaccinated.” HART is an organisation that was set up to share concerns about policy and guidance recommendations relating to the COVID-19 pandemic. https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/restoring-america/community-family/nebraska-governor-signs-ban-abortion-and-child-transitions Nebraska governor signs ban on abortion and child transitions Nebraska became the latest state to enact bans on abortion and child gender transitions as Gov. Jim Pillen (R-NE) signed a dual measure Monday afternoon. Nebraska 's legislature passed the measure Friday, which will prohibit abortion at 12 weeks of pregnancy and ban genital and nongenital mutilation surgeries on children. The bill also gives the state's chief medical officer, Dr. Timothy Tesmer, the authority to determine restrictions on puberty blockers and cross-sex hormones. Pillen called child gender transitions "Lucifer at its finest" at the signing ceremony. "All children deserve a chance to grow and live happy, fruitful lives," Pillen said in a press release before the signing. "This includes pre-born boys and girls, and it includes children struggling with their gender identity. These kids deserve the opportunity to grow and explore who they are and want to be, and they can do so without making irreversible decisions that should be made when they are fully grown." While the abortion ban goes into effect immediately upon Pillen's signature, the ban on transgender procedures will go into effect on Oct. 1. The abortion ban includes exceptions for rape, incest, and instances in which the life of the mother is at risk. Eighty-six percent of abortions in Nebraska occur before 12 weeks, according to state statistics. Primary sponsor state Sen. Joni Albrecht, fighting through tears, said, "I look forward to the day when every child is protected from elective abortions in our state." Nebraska joins a growing list of states that have passed abortion restrictions since the overturn of Roe v. Wade. Twenty-seven states have attempted to pass such laws, but some states have been either held up by courts or hindered by a divided government. Last week, North Carolina and South Carolina took action to restrict abortion. From Nebraska to Texas we go… https://townhall.com/tipsheet/madelineleesman/2023/05/23/texas-bans-diversity-offices-at-colleges-n2623589 Texas Moves a Step Closer to Banning Diversity Programs in Higher Education On Monday, Texas lawmakers passed a bill to end Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) programs at state colleges and universities. If the bill were to become law, it would be the second state in the nation with such legislation, following Florida. According to The Hill, the measure requires the governors of each state university to ensure that there is no DEI office at the school and that preferential treatment is not given for “diversity hires.” Rep. John Kuempel, a Republican, said that “DEI is present in some form in almost every Texas campus” and that schools “must recruit the best people in every field regardless of race and gender,” according to the Dallas Morning News. The Texas House voted 83-60 in support of S.B. 17. The legislation heads back to the Senate, where it will decide to accept or deny changes made by members of the House. Last month, when the Senate passed its version of the bill, Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick described the legislation as the “strongest pushback on woke policies in higher education.” “For far too long, academia has been poisoned by woke policies and faculty seeking to indoctrinate our students. Professors did not believe we would push back on their advances, but they were wrong. Students should be taught how to think critically, not what to think," Patrick said in a statement. https://freebeacon.com/energy/majority-of-united-states-faces-elevated-risk-of-summer-power-blackouts-amid-green-energy-push/ Majority of United States Faces 'Elevated Risk' of Summer Power Blackouts Amid Green Energy Push America's increased reliance on green energy in favor of coal and gas has a majority of the United States facing an "elevated risk" of summer power blackouts, according to a leading grid reliability watchdog. The North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) last week published its 2023 summer reliability assessment, which found that two-thirds of North America could face power shortages this summer during periods of extreme heat. That vulnerability, the watchdog group said, stems from America's increase in green power generation and decrease in fossil fuel power plants. While coal and natural gas plants can be turned on and off at the flip of a switch, green alternatives such as wind and solar rely on favorable weather conditions to operate at full capacity. If those conditions aren't met, power demand can outpace supply. "The system is closer to the edge," NERC director of reliability assessment and performance analysis John Moura said last week. "More needs to be done." Moura is far from the only expert sounding the alarm on America's unreliable power grid. Both state and federal officials in recent weeks have warned that high summer temperatures, combined with low nightly winds, could bring power blackouts across the country. "I'm afraid to say it, but I think the United States is heading towards a catastrophic situation," Federal Energy Regulatory Commission member Mark Christie said during a May Senate hearing. Despite those warnings, President Joe Biden has moved forward with plans to accelerate U.S. coal plant retirements. With nearly half of America's coal power already set to disappear by 2030, Biden's Environmental Protection Agency earlier this month unveiled new standards that force coal and gas power plants to slash their carbon emissions by a whopping 90 percent between 2035 and 2040. In order to meet the near-impossible standards, those plants will have to spend big on infrastructure upgrades—costs that may prompt the plants to shut down rather than comply. "Coal is more than five times as dependable as wind and more than twice as dependable as solar when electricity demand is greatest," America's Power CEO Michelle Bloodworth said in a statement, "yet bad public policy and EPA regulations are forcing the closure of coal plants." In addition to his far-reaching fossil fuel regulations, Biden has spent hundreds of billions of dollars on tax breaks and subsidies aimed at increasing electric car use. And in April, Biden's Environmental Protection Agency announced a new rule that imposes strict tailpipe emission limits on vehicles sold—so strict that it effectively forces automakers to ensure that two-thirds of the cars they sell are electric by 2032. Those moves could also put strain on the nation's power grid. As more Americans plug in their cars instead of filling them up with gasoline, grids across the country will need to put out more power to keep up. The issue has already plagued some U.S. states—in September, for example, California urged electric car drivers to stop charging their vehicles due to power grid strain. Still, the ordeal did not stop state officials from moving full steam ahead with plans to outlaw gas-powered vehicles and eradicate fossil fuel power plants. https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/news/house/mccarthy-warns-nowhere-near-deal-on-debt-ceiling McCarthy warns White House and GOP ‘nowhere near a deal’ on debt ceiling House Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-CA) warned Republican lawmakers that his team is “nowhere near a deal” with the White House on the debt ceiling, ramping up pressure on President Joe Biden just nine days before the default deadline. In a closed-door meeting with GOP lawmakers on Tuesday, McCarthy told members a compromise on the debt ceiling was still far off, reiterating his position that he would not increase spending or raise the debt ceiling without conditions. Republicans emerged from the meeting wary of negotiators’ progress, telling reporters the talks are not going well so far. As part of the negotiations, the White House proposed late last week to limit next year’s spending to 2023 levels — an idea that was rejected by Republicans, who wish to return to 2022 levels. McHenry and Rep. Garret Graves (R-LA), the top negotiators for McCarthy, emphasized that stance on Tuesday by calling on the White House to agree to cut spending. Meanwhile, some Republicans remain skeptical of Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen’s warnings that the country could default on its payments as soon as June 1, calling that date a manufactured deadline set by the Biden administration to accelerate a deal. Gaetz argued the United States is not at risk of missing its payments, noting the country has strong revenue that will continue coming in over the next few weeks. Instead, the Florida Republican said Yellen should appear before Congress to present “receipts and deposits” that prove the country is on track to default. McCarthy’s warning comes after the speaker met with Biden on Monday evening, marking the third meeting the two have held since restarting negotiations earlier this month. McCarthy called the meeting “productive” but noted the two are still far apart on finalizing a deal. Now for the rundown… https://thepostmillennial.com/breaking-suspect-in-custody-after-allegedly-crashing-u-haul-truck-into-barriers-near-white-house?utm_campaign=64487 On Monday night, the driver of a U-Haul truck was taken into custody after allegedly slamming into security barriers near the White House. According to Secret Service spokesperson Anthony Guglielmi, the truck crashed on the northern side of Lafayette Square at around 10 pm. Guglielmi said in a statement, "Shortly before 10:00 p.m. Monday, Secret Service Uniformed Division officers detained the driver of a box truck after the vehicle collided with security barriers on the north side of Lafayette Square at 16th Street." He added that there were no injuries to any Secret Service or White House personnel and that the crash is under investigation but that the preliminary investigation reveals the driver may have intentionally crashed into the barriers. https://thepostmillennial.com/uc-berkeley-holds-segregated-graduation-ceremony-for-black-students-only?utm_campaign=64487 The University of California Berkeley hosted a black-only graduation ceremony for its non-white students at Zellerbach Hall on Saturday. In March, UC Berkeley’s African American Studies Department announced they would be holding their annual “Black Graduation” ceremony for students in May. According to the announcement, “The Department of African American Studies plans on hosting our annual Black Graduation ceremony, which is open to all majors and degree programs across the campus." https://twitter.com/i/status/1660362211636969473 - Play Video https://redstate.com/mike_miller/2023/05/22/super-woke-target-partners-on-its-new-gay-pride-line-with-designer-who-insists-satan-loves-you-n749804 So let’s check them off. By “them,” I mean just the latest corporations to put their “woke” beliefs ahead of customer loyalty, profits, and shareholders: Disney, Nike, Bud Light, BlackRock, Ford, and Miller Lite. The complete list is long — and it just got longer with the addition of the super-woke Target Corporation. Target has partnered with UK-based Satanist designer Abprallen on its new “Pride” collection, which features a “Cure Transphobia” sweatshirt, which bears the message “Cure transphobia, not trans people,” and other related items. Did I mention that Abprallen insists “Satan loves you,” “Satan respects pronouns,” and other uplifting [sarc] trash for your shopping pleasure? As reported by Breitbart, Abprallen mixes its affinity for satanism with its pro-LGBT activism, boasting on its Instagram page: “Satan loves you and respects who you are; you’re important and valuable in this world and you deserve to treat yourself with love and respect.”

Today's show opens with a discussion of the problems the Target Corporation is facing with their new lines of children's swimwear. If you haven't kept track, in a move to virtue-signal their support and incorporation of transgenderism, Target has lines of ladies swimwear with crotch pockets so boys can “tuck” their junk away while they pretend they are girls. And for the confused girls out there, Target now has a line of clothing with chest-binders built into them. What's even worse is who Target partnered with for the line of clothing. Target partnered with Abprallen – a Satanic designer with aggressive anti-heterosexual messaging. In other words, beyond the horror of aligning with Satan, they are against normal, heterosexual relationships, to believing in only two sexes to condoning putting people to death who don't fully submit to the transgenderism movement. Yet, Target may have be the victim of the World Economic Forum's push of their ESG Scorecards. Yes, in an effort to avoid being targeted (pun intended) by the extreme Left, Target has chosen to embrace all things Environmental, Social and Governance. By choosing to embrace the ridiculous notions of ESG, which includes blind obedience to DEI. Every time a business chooses to go woke, at some point, it's going to lead them to go broke. It's the cycle and yet they continue to bow to the pressure. Maybe the reason goes back to something Rush Limbaugh once had to investigate. While it may look like hundreds of thousands of people are organized in a boycott, more often than not, it's likely a handful of people who create bots and programming to fool the world. Basically, they create their own narratives and then create a fake army to threaten businesses. Unfortunately, businesses continue to be fooled by the fakery. Look at what happened to the Bud Light brand? The Left has developed a playbook that can be scaled to fit their target and they use it repeatedly. We just need more businesses to realize that. Rep. Anna Paulina Luna (R-FL) filed a resolution to censure, condemn and find Rep. Adam “Piece of” Schiff (D-CA) $16 million dollars. That's half of the cost we tax-payers paid for the investigations into the fake collusion story. In a hearing today, FBI Deputy Assistant Counterintelligence Director Jill Murphy said she did not read the Durham Report because she didn't have the time. She then said she prefers her allegiance to the FBI versus to the American people. That's stunning! Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) made a clown of himself during a presser, dressed in a hoodie and shorts, claims the 14th Amendment exists for the President to raise the debt ceiling. So, I have to take a moment to teach a bit of basic American Civics as it relates to that Amendment. Our eminently qualified White House Press Secretary, Karine Jean-Pierre made a curious comment yesterday. She said President Joe Biden has been trying to engage with Republicans for MONTHS now as it relates to the debt ceiling. Funny, we seem to have two months of quotes from her saying Biden will not negotiate the topic of the debt ceiling. Finally, in a moment of levity, we need to bring you another installment of Deep Thoughts by VP Kamala Harris. She is such a gem. We are always stunned at her brilliance. Take a moment to rate and review the show and then share the episode on social media. You can find me on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, GETTR and TRUTH Social by searching for The Alan Sanders Show. You can also support the show by visiting my Patreon page!

Nick Day is joined on The HR L&D Podcast by Patricia Carl, the CEO of Highland Performance Solutions!Before starting HPS, Patricia was a Chief Human Resources Officer for several public and private firms. She has also worked at the C-Suite level with clients including Microsoft, Target Corporation, Facebook, Deloitte and Accenture, and several Silicon Valley start-ups.Patty holds a master's in social work from the University of Pennsylvania and is a former practising therapist. As a thought leader, Patty has been featured in publications including Forbes, Harvard Business Review and Entrepreneur Magazine.Patty is also a guest lecturer at the University of Pennsylvania and has discussed subjects including conscious capitalism, empathy-driven leadership, leading in the new world of work, high-performing teams, and executive presence.Additionally, Patty also holds leadership roles on not-for-profit boards and is an angel investor in multiple ventures – it is clear why I jumped at the opportunity to welcome Patty to The HR L&D Podcast!In this “HR Strategies that Build Positive Workplace Cultures” episode with Patricia Carl on The HR L&D Podcast, we also explore:What do the words Human Resources mean to you?What has the Great Resignation taught companies concerning talent attraction and retention?How can HR leaders support employee mental wellness and reduce workplace stress?What can HR leaders do to create intentional cultures?What are micro-cultures?Why are leaders essential to an organization's success?How should companies successfully develop leaders?What are your top 5 observations for 2022 that we can learn from for 2023?Tell us more about Highland Performance Solutions and your 5Ps framework.Tell us a little about the leadership book you hope to release later this year.Links highlighted in this “HR Strategies that Build Positive Workplace Cultures” episode are included below:Website: https://highlandperformancesolutions.com/Patricia's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/patriciacarl/Patricia Carl's Top 5 for 2022 Blog on LinkedInHighland Performance Solutions LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/highlandperformancesolutions/The host of The HR L&D Podcast - LinkedIn Profile: Nick DayLeading HR Recruiters: JGA HR RecruitmentEnjoyed this show? Why not also check out our other podcast focused on all aspects of payroll: The Payroll PodcastRemember, If you are an HR or L&D Leader listening to this

Honor Creative, a boutique design studio based in Nashville, is my go-to for creating a unique brand identity. Brooke Boling, Founder and CEO, totally understood my vision and brought it to life!! So grateful. We discussed the weight an intentional logo can have, her design process, and how to avoid creative burnout. PLUS, I get her insight on a new business venture I have. Brooke's career spans everything from several advertising agencies and record labels to fashion magazines and the Target Corporation. A graduate of the Portfolio Center, Brooke's design work has won local, regional, and national awards and has been recognized in publications like Communication Arts and Archive. This episode is brought to you by Droplette, Tree Hut, Topgolf, JSX, and Dr. Pimple Popper. Droplette is the breakthrough patented Micro-Infuser. For a limited time, you can get 50% off your Droplette device at droplette.io and use code With Whit.  Tree Hut just released hydrating gel washes. Complete your shower routine with Tree Hut - shop at Target and Ulta.  It's golf. It's not golf. It's Topgolf. Download the app, book a bay and Come Play Around. Enjoy all the perks of private jet flying without the price tag, and book by the seat on jsx.com. Watch an All-New Season of Dr. Pimple Popper, Wednesdays at nine, eight central on TLC. Set your DVR.   Produced by Dear Media This episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode.

A Zoom sit-down conversation with Mike VanGoethem, Vice President of Client Services Offer at the iconic Minnesota based heritage boot and shoe company – Red Wing Shoe Co. Over the next hour, Mike shares with Duluth Pack's CEO, Tom Sega, about his lustrous career within the apparel and footwear industries including Target Corporation, Lands End, and making massive moves over the past 9 years at Red Wing Shoe Co. Mike transparently discusses about his business endeavors, learning lessons, recommendations for young professionals and his love for quality heritage gear. Enjoy this week's episode of Leader of the Pack; a podcast by Duluth Pack. Learn More About Red Wing Shoe Co. at https://www.redwingshoes.com Support American jobs. Buy American Made at www.duluthpack.com. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/duluth-pack/support

Juli Lassow is an accomplished retail executive with 20+ years of experience in the disciplines of sourcing, merchandising, inventory planning, and analytics. As the founder and principal of JHL Solutions, Juli helps businesses navigate the complex world of global retail sourcing and private label product development, by supporting retailers and suppliers in finding, developing products, and better negotiating with each other. Before establishing her business, Juli held several progressive leadership roles at Target Corporation.When not supporting her clients, you can find Juli exploring the Twin Cities and Minnesota with her family – enjoying the lakes, the nearest trail, or a just-opened eatery.  She loves to be out and about, enjoying all that MN has to offer.Links from the Episode:Julie Lassow's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julilassow/JHL Solutions LLC Website: https://www.jhl-solutions.com/

Saxon is the Director of Risk Intelligence for Meta and the founder of House of Saxons, an organization empowering sex trafficking survivors. Before joining Meta, she held various leadership positions in private industry and government, focusing on areas such as cyber threat intelligence, counterterrorism, and critical infrastructure protection. Saxon's experience includes roles at LinkedIn, Deloitte US and UK, Target Corporation, BNY Mellon, and multiple US government agencies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory   ➡️ About The Guest⁣ Bill George is a senior fellow at Harvard Business School, where he has taught leadership since 2004. He is the author of four best-selling books: 7 Lessons for Leading in Crisis, True North, Finding Your True North, and Authentic Leadership, as well as True North Groups. His newest book, Discover Your True North, was published in August of 2015 along with its companion workbook, The Discover Your True North Fieldbook. Mr. George is the former chairman and chief executive officer of Medtronic. He joined Medtronic in 1989 as president and chief operating officer, was a chief executive officer from 1991-2001, and was board chair from 1996-2002. Earlier in his career, he was a senior executive with Honeywell and Litton Industries and served in the U.S. Department of Defense. Mr. George currently serves as a director of Goldman Sachs and The Mayo Clinic. He has recently served on the boards of ExxonMobil, Novartis, Target Corporation, and Minnesota's Destination Medical Center Corporation. He is currently a trustee of the World Economic Forum USA. He has served as board chair for Allina Health System, Abbott-Northwestern Hospital, United Way of the Greater Twin Cities, and Advamed. ➡️ Show Links https://twitter.com/Bill_George/  https://www.linkedin.com/in/williamwgeorge/  https://billgeorge.org/  ➡️ Podcast Sponsors HUBSPOT - http://hubspot.com/successpod/  ➡️ Talking Points⁣ 00:00 - Intro 01:45 - Bill George's origin story 04:33 - How many people pursue careers that they're not fulfilled or happy with? 06:24 - The concept of True North 10:49 - How to effectively action authentic leadership in an organization 12:28 - Leading an organization 30 years back vs now 15:24 - How and when should a leader take a stand? 17:32 - When should a CEO take a social stand? 20:10 - Advice for people who want to expand their business overseas 22:35 - Bill George on leading without True North 24:57 - What is Mark Zuckerberg trying to accomplish as a leader? 27:05 - Is there a place for a leader to be charismatic? 31:05 - Challenges leaders are going to experience in the next ten years 34:29 - What businesses are actually making a difference in the world? 35:56 - What can the new generation of leaders learn from the last generation of leaders? 37:57 - Advice for emerging leaders 39:41 - Where can people connect with Bill George? 40:47 - What does success mean to Bill George? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week Jim chats with Meredith Beeson, the Senior Director of State Affairs at Global Business Alliance. In her role at GBA, Meredith focuses on educating state and local elected officials about the role of foreign direct investment as well as advancing policies that ensure fair treatment of U.S. affiliates of foreign owned companies. Meredith bring to GBA over 10 years of experience in leading public policy and lobbying efforts. Prior to joining the GBA team, Meredith worked as a Senior Policy Manager at Target Corporation. She covered legislative issues related to tax, transportation, environment and corporate security for all states and key local markets. Prior to her work at Target, Meredith worked for the government relations team at Minneapolis-based Faegre, Baker, and Daniels LLP, the City of Saint Paul, MN and in the U.S. Senate. Meredith has a Bachelor's Degree in Political Science from the University of Minnesota – Twin Cities. Help us grow! Leave us a rating and review - it's the best way to bring new listeners to the show. Don't forget to subscribe! Follow The Political Life on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter for weekly updates.