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Many automation software platforms including email to invoicing have artificial intelligence embedded in them.  You may not think that email or invoicing software can help fight fraud in the vendor process, but yes they can and here's how...  Keep listening. Check out my website www.debrarrichardson.com if you need help implementing authentication techniques, internal controls, and best practices to prevent fraudulent payments, regulatory fines or bad vendor data. Check out the Vendor Process Training Center for 116+ hours of weekly live and on-demand training for the Vendor team. Links mentioned in the podcast + other helpful resources:    Free Download:  5 Steps to Improve Your Vendor Callback Process https://training.debrarrichardson.com/confirmationGet the Vendor Callback Confirmation Toolkit(TM) Today: https://training.debrarrichardson.com/course/callback-confirmation-toolkitCustomized Vendor Validations Session: https://debrarrichardson.com/vendor-validation-sessionFree Download:  Vendor Validation Reference List with Resource Links https://debrarrichardson.com/vendor-validation-downloadVendor Process Training Center - https://training.debrarrichardson.comCustomized Fraud Training:  https://training.debrarrichardson.com/customized-fraud-training Free Live and On-Demand Webinars: https://training.debrarrichardson.com/webinarsVendor Master File Clean-Up:  https://www.debrarrichardson.com/cleanupYouTube Channel:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqeoffeQu3pSXMV8fUIGNiw More Podcasts/Blogs/Webinars www.debrarrichardson.comMore ideas?  Email me at debra@debrarrichardson.com Music Credit:  www.purple-planet.com

This week we are catching up after a couple weeks off.. And during that time we have an illegal croc hunt in australia and a reptile show vendor tossing bags of dead reptiles in the trash off an expo?!Sponsored by:MorphMarket: https://www.morphmarket.com/Dubia.com: https://dubiaroaches.com/Coco2Go: https://shop.cocodude.com/MERCH: https://modernreptileshop.com/collections/reptile-merch-for-sale1 Become a Member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaQN1-ZcfQ6ulG2hE41lIKw/joinSubscribe & Hit the Bell to STAY INFORMED!Timestamps:HostsYoshii @modernreptileshop Chuckey @madbioreptilesEric @reptiverseThe Reptiles With Podcast covers Repti-Culture with a comedic twist. We aim to give different perspectives on all topics, even the controversial ones.#crocencounter #ReptileCommunity #documentaries #reptilenews #reptilehobby #reptileshow #herpetology #wildlife #reptileexpo #reptilebreeder #reptilekeeper #zookeepers #reptileeducation #reptileswithpodcast #reptilepodcast

All links and images can be found on CISO Series. This week's episode is hosted by David Spark, producer of CISO Series and Mike Johnson, CISO, Rivian. Joining them is Pavi Ramamurthy, global CISO and CIO, Blackhawk Network. In this episode: We can't promise safe, but we can promise ready Are we accidentally building security nightmares? Being held accountable for things you had no say in The safe space problem in vendor evaluation Huge thanks to our sponsor, Adaptive Security Sponsored by Adaptive Security — the first cybersecurity company backed by OpenAI. Adaptive helps security leaders defend against AI-powered social engineering threats like deepfakes, vishing, and GenAI phishing with advanced phishing simulations and next-generation security awareness training. Adaptive's new AI Content Creator enables teams to instantly convert threat intelligence and compliance updates into interactive, multilingual training — no instructional design required. Trusted by Fortune 500s and backed by Andreessen Horowitz and the OpenAI. Learn more at http://www.adaptivesecurity.com

EPISODE 319 - Clark, Will, and Roy open the show with Roy talking about his experience setting up at a card show abroad for the first time (Vancity Card Show in Vancouver) and what the scene was like in the west coast. Then for Hobby Headlines, the guys replay some of their clips they recorded live at Vaughan Con a month ago where they talked about their experience setting up as vendors at a local card show. Then back in the studio, they follow up each question with what they've learned as a vendor as well as discussing the state of card shows now in this recent hobby boom.Next, Tthey play a round of "Quiz Show" before ending the show with their regular weekly segment called "Pick 1."--------------------------CONNECT WITH US!Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@cardstothemoon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@fivecardguys⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Clark) | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@yntegritysportscards⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Hyung) | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@tradeyouatrecess⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (John)Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://fivecardguys.com/podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Daily Auctions (w/ affiliate links): ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://fivecardguys.com/dailyauctions⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠If you have any questions about the hobby that you would like addressed, email us at hello@fivecardguys.com or DM us on Instagram at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@cardstothemoon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@fivecardguys⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

Boards don't buy dashboards—they buy assurance. Breaches are late-stage symptoms of drift: rules pile up, logs lose signal, cloud/Kubernetes outpace governance. Lieuwe Jan Koning (ON2IT Co-Founder) and Rob Maas (Field CTO) show how Zero Trust Step 5B (Maintain) proves your controls still work—today.(00:00) - — Welcome & Zero Trust Step 5B (00:57) - — Five steps: fast recap (03:12) - — Maintain = policy validation (05:31) - — Vendor updates, hidden features (08:46) - — Traffic flows vs. reality (10:19) - — Behavior analytics, baselines (11:56) - — Cloud/K8s/service-mesh shifts (16:32) - — Wrap-up & next actions Related ON2IT Content & Referenced Resources• Threat Talks homepage: https://threat-talks.com/• ON2IT Zero Trust: https://on2it.net/zero-trust/ Zero Trust SeriesStep 1: https://youtu.be/mC66i-tEEFsStep 2: https://youtu.be/wp0q9aZHuXcStep 3: https://youtu.be/eGsw2JCnracStep 4A: https://youtu.be/qT_nqbBEkVwStep 4B: https://youtu.be/fnKyMITZes8Step 5A: https://youtu.be/N7pWXLxI6kYGuest and Host Links:Lieuwe Jan Koning (ON2IT Co-Founder): https://www.linkedin.com/in/lieuwejan/ Rob Maas (Field CTO, ON2IT): https://www.linkedin.com/in/robmaas83/ If this helped you strengthen your Zero Trust policy, subscribe, like, and share. New episodes weekly. Follow Threat Talks on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts.Click here to view the episode transcript.

In this episode of the Dover Download podcast, Deputy City Manager Christopher Parker chats with Greater Dover Chamber of Commerce President Margaret Joyce and Event Coordinator Jed Allen about the upcoming Apple Harvest Day festival, followed by a monthly recap of city government activities with Media Services' Brian Early and Planning Department's Erin Bassegio.Joyce and Allen detail preparations for Dover's 41st annual Apple Harvest Day on Oct. 4, which expects 50,000-60,000 attendees and features more than 300 vendors. This year's major change involves consolidating all parking and shuttle service at Liberty Mutual's campus. The festival runs from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., with road closures on Central Avenue, Third Street and portions of Henry Law Avenue. The event includes a 5K road race at 8:30 a.m., two entertainment stages, food vendors and craft booths. Vendor applications sold out by early April, the earliest ever, with 50 people currently on a waiting list.Early and Bassegio review September's City Council and Planning Board activities. The City Council approved fire department equipment purchases and set November municipal election hours. The Planning Board approved major residential projects, including 250 units at the former Liberty Mutual site and amendments to the former McIntosh College development. The board also endorsed the high school athletic complex reconstruction project, which has now received final approvals and is going to bid.

One of our most popular episodes ever was our very first episode with Mike Shady, so we're bringing it back in celebration of our two-year anniversary to make sure everyone has a chance to hear this timeless gold from Mike - because every step up the customer loyalty ladder builds trust, but one misstep can send you crashing to the ground.Join hosts Chuck Moxley and Nick Paladino as they revisit their debut episode featuring Mike Shady, former Senior VP of Online at Lowe's and 15-year Home Depot veteran. Now Chief Digital Officer at Staples, Mike shares hard-earned wisdom about creating frictionless experiences when digital and physical worlds collide. From appliance delivery disasters to JavaScript crashes that break add-to-cart buttons, this episode reveals why being your own customer is essential for identifying friction.Key Actionable Takeaways:Be your own customer and shop your own site regularly - The easiest way to identify friction is to experience your customer journey firsthand, from purchase through deliveryCreate different digital experiences for different customer segments - Pros shop completely differently than DIY customers and need tailored functionality like reorder capabilities and bulk purchasing toolsBuild systems to catch problems before they impact customers - Thousands of things can go wrong with major e-commerce sites, so proactive monitoring and quick recovery capabilities are essentialWant more tips and strategies about creating frictionless digital experiences? Subscribe to our newsletter!https://www.thefrictionlessexperience.com/frictionless/Download the Black Friday/Cyber Monday eBook: http://bluetriangle.com/ebookMike Shady's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-shady/Nick Paladino's LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/npaladinoChuck Moxley's LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/chuck-moxleyChapters:(00:00) Introduction(03:00) Mike's background at Lowe's, Home Depot, and customer-first mentality(06:00) Defining site aesthetics and the importance of functionality(09:00) Being your own customer - The power of shopping your own site(12:00) The customer loyalty ladder analogy - Higher climbs mean harder falls(15:00) Creating separate experiences for pros vs DIY customers(17:00) Measuring impact when all five friction forces are changing(20:00) Real-world example - When releases look great but break checkout(24:00) Success story - Finding and fixing friction that was hiding products(26:00) What companies get wrong - Thinking they know best without testing(28:00) The importance of using customer terminology, not vendor jargon(32:00) Visual search solutions and vocabulary challenges(36:00) JavaScript crash example and site reliability engineering(38:00) Proactive friction identification and conversion funnel improvements(41:00) Common misconceptions about knowing what customers want(43:00) Vendor terminology vs customer language challenges(46:00) Final thoughts on customer focus and being ready for problems(48:00) Conclusion

If you are in this age group (or not) and looking for a job…..Keep listening. Check out my website www.debrarrichardson.com if you need help implementing authentication techniques, internal controls, and best practices to prevent fraudulent payments, regulatory fines or bad vendor data. Check out the Vendor Process Training Center for 116+ hours of weekly live and on-demand training for the Vendor team. Links mentioned in the podcast + other helpful resources:     VMF Tip of the Week Video:  Is It A Scam? The BBB Scam Tracker May Be Able to Tell You https://youtu.be/y_d6QVlqcSYBBB Scam Tracker: https://www.bbb.org/scamtrackerBBB Scam HQ:  https://www.bbb.org/all/scamtips BBB New Scam Alert Emails (Sign-Up):  https://signup.e2ma.net/signup/1900156/1902645/Get the Vendor Callback Confirmation Toolkit(TM) Today: https://training.debrarrichardson.com/course/callback-confirmation-toolkitCustomized Vendor Validations Session: https://debrarrichardson.com/vendor-validation-sessionFree Download:  Vendor Validation Reference List with Resource Links https://debrarrichardson.com/vendor-validation-downloadVendor Process Training Center - https://training.debrarrichardson.comCustomized Fraud Training:  https://training.debrarrichardson.com/customized-fraud-training Free Live and On-Demand Webinars: https://training.debrarrichardson.com/webinarsVendor Master File Clean-Up:  https://www.debrarrichardson.com/cleanupYouTube Channel:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqeoffeQu3pSXMV8fUIGNiw More Podcasts/Blogs/Webinars www.debrarrichardson.comMore ideas?  Email me at debra@debrarrichardson.com Music Credit:  www.purple-planet.com

Send us a textWhat is your process—from requesting bids from vendors to back-costing? Today, Max walks through the workflow: from requesting vendor bids to analyzing project costs after completion.  Back-costing helps identify areas where you may have underquoted or gone over budget. Over time, it will improve your quoting and estimating accuracy—and boost your profitability!   --------------

Optimize Your Socials: The Difference Between a Vendor and a Brand

You're down - is it your servers, or someone else's? While at the Kansas City Developers Conference, Richard sits down with Mandi Walls from Pager Duty about her experiences dealing with incidents involving vendor services. It might be your cloud provider, or some other SaaS element of a pipeline, or even an open-source library dependency in an important internal application that can cause a problem. What are the next steps? Mandi talks about having a software and services bill of materials so that you know what dependencies you have, where to check their status, and how to get help when you need it. Our systems are more complicated than ever - you need a plan to deal with the incidents!LinksAzure StatusSBOM ToolVendor Incidents with Jeff MartinsRecorded August 14, 2025

In this episode, Scott Becker discusses the difference between clients who treat you as a partner versus those who see you as a vendor.

On this episode, host Sima Vasa leads a candid panel discussion on the state of data quality with four industry leaders: Dyna Boen, EVP/Managing Director of Escalent; Jon Kay, Principal Market Research Manager of Intuit; Bob Fawson, Co-Founder of Data Quality Co-Op; and Steven Snell, EVP, Head of Research of Rep Data. Together, they explore the growing challenges of fraud, trust and integrity in research, and the solutions needed to safeguard reliable insights. Key Takeaways:00:00 Introduction.03:26 Prospect panel data quality has declined sharply.08:30 The industry faces a coordination problem in data quality.11:42 Good-looking fraud now impacts up to a quarter of respondents.18:20 Vendor tools differ greatly in detecting fraud and inattention.24:28 Respondent experience is critical to achieving trustworthy results.26:38 Brands cannot rely on flawed data for product launches or tracking.31:02 Industry change is accelerating, creating both risk and opportunity.32:54 Real progress begins when clients ask vendors the tough questions.35:06 Data quality is a game of inches, not silver bullets. Resources Mentioned: Escalent | WebsiteIntuit | WebsiteData Quality Co-Op | WebsiteRep Data | Website Thanks for listening to the “Data Gurus” podcast, brought to you by Infinity Squared. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a 5-star review to help get the word out about the show, and be sure to subscribe so you never miss another insightful conversation.#Analytics #MA #Data #Strategy #Innovation #Acquisitions #MRX #Restech

In this episode, Scott Becker discusses the difference between clients who treat you as a partner versus those who see you as a vendor.

In this episode of Security Squawk, Bryan and Randy break down two major cyber stories with real-world lessons for IT leaders and MSPs. First, a FinWise Bank insider breach tied to American First Finance exposed data on nearly 689,000 customers—highlighting offboarding failures and insider risk. Then, a ransomware attack on U.S.-based Collins Aerospace disrupted airport check-in systems across Europe, forcing manual backups and long delays. We unpack what happened, why it matters, and the practical steps businesses can take to reduce insider and third-party risk. ️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! https://streamyard.com/pal/d/65161790...

Matt Bowers shares the secret sauce to finding success as a dealer vendor. "The vendor can't get paid while he fails." Global Dealer Solutions offers a network of high-performance providers while remaining product agnostic. Knowing which tools to deploy makes a big difference. Having a trusted adviser; priceless. Schedule your complimentary consultation today. https://calendly.com/don-278. BE THE 1ST TO KNOW. LIKE and FOLLOW HERE www.linkedin.com/company/fixed-ops-marketinghttps://www.youtube.com/channel/@fixedopsmarketingGet watch and listen links, as well as full episodes and shorts: www.fixedopsmarketing.com/wtfJoin Managing Partner and Host, Russell B. Hill and Charity Dunning, Co-Host and Chief Marketing Officer of FixedOPS Marketing, as we discuss life, automotive, and the human journey in WTF?!#podcast #automotive #fixedoperations

Ever wondered what venue coordinators really think when wedding planners walk through their doors? In this eye-opening conversation, Nikki Rodgers, Master Certified Wedding Planner and Certified Educator, joins Krisy Thomas, COO of the CWP Society, to pull back the curtain on both sides of the planning experience.With over a decade of experience managing venues, sometimes coordinating up to six events in a single day, Nikki transitioned into wedding planning with a perspective few others possess. She reveals the behind-the-scenes realities of venue management, including the relief coordinators feel when they can trust a planner to handle their role with professionalism and precision.What sets Nikki apart is her approach to building relationships. Rather than assuming all venues operate the same, she stresses the importance of tailoring communication to each property. Even with her extensive background, she takes time to learn every venue's unique processes, from load-in procedures to staffing structures. This humility and adaptability have helped her forge strong partnerships that benefit venues, planners, and couples alike.Nikki also shares why what she calls “over-communication” should actually be the industry standard. From proactively gathering requirements to keeping coordinators in the loop on every detail, these small, intentional gestures position planners as trusted partners. And when planners take the extra step to consider what moments venue staff may want to share with couples, the relationship becomes not just professional—but truly collaborative.The conversation doesn't shy away from tough lessons either, including the mistakes that can get planners blacklisted from venues. Nikki explains how certification elevated her business, even after years of experience, proving that education and growth are ongoing for every planner.Ready to transform your venue relationships and elevate your planning career? Visit cwpsociety.com to discover how certification can give you the skills, credibility, and confidence to thrivewww.cwpsociety.com | info@cwpsociety.com | IG: @cwpsociety | FB: @cwpsociety

In any IT negotiation, what you say (and what you don't) can dramatically shape the outcome. In this episode, NPI CEO Jon Winsett shares how to plan and execute vendor communications that strengthen your negotiation strategy. He covers what information vendors are trying to uncover and how to protect it, how to create productive uncertainty without damaging relationships, and best practices for message ownership, timing, and internal alignment. You'll learn how to balance transparency with control while positioning your organization as a unified, prepared buying team.

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Send us a textShort episode packed with so many ideas and thoughts. In this episode, Frank Contrepois and Stephen Old engage in a thought-provoking discussion with Erik Norman about the principles of FinOps, particularly focusing on the Iron Triangle of project management. They explore the limitations of the Iron Triangle, emphasizing the importance of quality and speed in achieving project goals. The conversation also highlights the necessity of education in cloud engineering, the challenges of serverless architectures, and the misconceptions surrounding vendor lock-in in cloud solutions. The episode is rich with insights and practical advice for professionals in the FinOps and cloud engineering space.TakeawaysThe Iron Triangle is useful but has limited applicability.Quality and speed can coexist without sacrificing cost efficiency.Education is crucial for optimizing cloud costs.Serverless architectures may not always be the most efficient choice.Vendor lock-in is often misunderstood; it exists in many forms.Effective communication between teams is essential for project success.Prioritization in FinOps should consider urgency and importance.Hackathons can foster innovation and efficiency in engineering teams.Cloud-native tools can simplify legacy migration processes.Continuous learning and adaptation are key in cloud environments.

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I asked ChatGPT what vendor onboarding professionals have been searching for in the past week – and one of the blaring results was how to onboard vendors faster.  I have five tips to speed up the vendor process….Keep listening. Check out my website www.debrarrichardson.com if you need help implementing authentication techniques, internal controls, and best practices to prevent fraudulent payments, regulatory fines or bad vendor data. Check out the Vendor Process Training Center for 116+ hours of weekly live and on-demand training for the Vendor team. Links mentioned in the podcast + other helpful resources:    Vendor Process Training Center:  AVM Vendor Toolkit (Substitute Forms, Vendor Banking Form)Vendor Banking Form (Separate Purchase):  https://debrarrichardson.com/store/vendor-banking-form-template Get the Vendor Callback Confirmation Toolkit(TM) Today: https://training.debrarrichardson.com/course/callback-confirmation-toolkitCustomized Vendor Validations Session: https://debrarrichardson.com/vendor-validation-sessionFree Download:  Vendor Validation Reference List with Resource Links https://debrarrichardson.com/vendor-validation-downloadVendor Process Training Center - https://training.debrarrichardson.comCustomized Fraud Training:  https://training.debrarrichardson.com/customized-fraud-training Free Live and On-Demand Webinars: https://training.debrarrichardson.com/webinarsVendor Master File Clean-Up:  https://www.debrarrichardson.com/cleanupYouTube Channel:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqeoffeQu3pSXMV8fUIGNiw More Podcasts/Blogs/Webinars www.debrarrichardson.comMore ideas?  Email me at debra@debrarrichardson.com Music Credit:  www.purple-planet.com 

Eric Foley, VP of business development with Happy Floors, and Kemp Harr discuss Happy Floors' new status as a core vendor to the NFA.

We would LOVE to hear what you think. Please drop a line. HypeFest 2025 — Independent Hip Hop PulseDive into the heartbeat of underground hip hop with our post-festival episode on HypeFest 2025. Recorded at The Webster in Hartford, Connecticut, this episode unpacks a day of raw energy, artistic hustle, and community-building that defined the independent scene on Sunday, September 7, 2025.Go To @GTVBLP on IG to see live performance snapshots from a diverse slate of indie artists who brought the Webster stage to life.Get the inside scoop on standout moments, crowd reactions, and the creative process behind the music.Exclusive insights from special guests, including Fuego-Base Joe Banga and others, plus a whole lot of backstage interviews from the artist themselves.A visual of the Hip Hop Cypher on @GTVBLP on IG—its flow, creativity, and what it signals for upcoming artists.Vendor and community vibes: what local creators, brands, and supporters contributed to the festival atmosphere.The mission in focus: how HypeFest 2025 aimed to elevate emerging artists and foster a tight-knit hip hop community.If you're obsessed with the culture, chasing the grind, or just love hearing authentic conversations about independent music scenes, this episode is for you. Subscribe for more event coverage, artist interviews, and cultural deep-dives from the world of hip hop and music as a whole.Support the show

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Hi everyone! This week on Summer School, I'm joined by the team behind The Vendor Table podcast - wedding photographers Michael Cassara and Lauren O'Brien. With years of experience and hundreds of weddings between them, Michael and Lauren know the industry inside and out.Together, they've built The Vendor Table into a go-to space for honest conversations, pulling back the curtain on what it's really like to work in weddings. In our chat, we talk about their journeys as photographers, why they decided to start the podcast, and how they're using their voices to bring more connection, authenticity, and perspective to both couples and vendors alike. Meet Michael and Lauren:Mike Cassara & Lauren O'Brien are award-winning wedding photographers based in Long Island, New York. With acombined 20+ years of experience and over 800 weddings captured, they bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the industry.In January 2023, they launched "The Vendor Table" Podcast, a show that highlights the chaos, thrill, and humor of being full-time wedding photographers. Their goal is to share theirexperiences, provide tips and tricks for aspiring photographers and wedding vendors, as well as offer valuable advice to couples planning their weddings.Since its premiere in March 2023, they have recorded 120 full-length episodes and released 300+ Reels/TikTok videos. Their influence in the industry has also led them to be Summit Speakers at the WPPI 2025 Conference, where they shared their expertise with fellow photographers and creatives.With a combined 185,000+ followers on Instagram and TikTok, their content continues to engage and inspire a growing community of wedding professionals and engaged couples alike. Subscribe to Summer School to get access to exclusive podcast episodes, classes, an amazing community of photographers + educators, and tons more amazing content.  Subscribe here Connect with Michael and Lauren: Website: www.thevendortable.com | www.michaelcassara.me | www.laurenobrienphoto.com Instagram (and all platforms): @thevendortablepod | @michaelcassaraphoto | @laurenobrienphoto Connect with Me:Subscribe to our emails for updates on all things Summer School!SUBSCRIBE HEREShow Notes: the-summerschool.comInstagram: @summergrace.photo  @the_summerschool Shop My Products:Become a Member of Summer SchoolMy Summer Grace x G-Presets (discount code: SUMMERSCHOOL)My Pricing Guide 

This episode is sponsored by Mekorma.   Vendor management is the foundation of payment processing and a critical step in ensuring your business isn't exposed to unnecessary risk, but for many teams operating in Microsoft Dynamics GP and D365 Business Central, it's still manual, time-consuming, and error-prone.    In this podcast episode, Mekorma's Director of Revenue Brendan Coffey explores the realities of vendor management today, the compliance challenges of IRS TIN checks and OFAC sanctions, and what happens when vendor validation is overlooked.    Listeners will walk away with a clear framework of "Now → Next → Later" for strengthening vendor management maturity in Business Central and Dynamics GP. From easing year-end 1099 reporting to embedding vendor validation and finally automating compliance checks in the payment run, this conversation shows how AP teams can save time, reduce risk, and scale with confidence.   From Mekorma: If you'd like to learn more about vendor validation and management from Brendan and the Mekorma team, visit mekorma.com to explore resources, blogs, or schedule a product demo.

Fewer trays. Better workflows. Could it really be that simple? On this Beyond Clean Vendor Spotlight™, Kyle Kemp, National Director of Business Development at ONE TRAY®/IST, shares how healthcare facilities are reducing vendor tray volumes without compromising surgical case integrity. From streamlining orthopedic sets to massive savings in time, space, and reprocessing costs, discover how ONE TRAY®/EZ-TRAX™ can help your department rethink efficiency—one tray at a time. Learn how their configurations ease workloads, eliminate bottlenecks, and deliver measurable results. If your team is buried under stacks of vendor trays, this episode will help lighten your load! For any queries or additional information, contact ONE TRAY®/IST at info@onetray.com or call them at 937-619-0138. Don't forget to follow the ONE TRAY® IFU for use. Also, stay connected on LinkedIn and Facebook for updates!

Most customers are smarter than we give them credit for. Perpetual excuse- making vendors put themselves at high risk for a short business life. Many buyers can easily detect vendor BS, and the quick penalty is a lost customer. Sadly, often times these unhappy buyers will share their frustrations with many other people. If you are a vendor/supplier, maybe it's time to focus on results? Maybe it's time to stop making excuses?Support the show

Do you have a non-vendor team member performing the confirmation call?  I don't recommend that certain steps are put into place to reduce the potential for both internal and external fraud.  What are they?Keep listening. Check out my website www.debrarrichardson.com if you need help implementing authentication techniques, internal controls, and best practices to prevent fraudulent payments, regulatory fines or bad vendor data. Check out the Vendor Process Training Center for 116+ hours of weekly live and on-demand training for the Vendor team. Links mentioned in the podcast + other helpful resources:    Get the Vendor Callback Confirmation Toolkit(TM) Today: https://training.debrarrichardson.com/course/callback-confirmation-toolkitCustomized Vendor Validations Session: https://debrarrichardson.com/vendor-validation-sessionFree Download:  Vendor Validation Reference List with Resource Links https://debrarrichardson.com/vendor-validation-downloadVendor Process Training Center - https://training.debrarrichardson.comCustomized Fraud Training:  https://training.debrarrichardson.com/customized-fraud-training Free Live and On-Demand Webinars: https://training.debrarrichardson.com/webinarsVendor Master File Clean-Up:  https://www.debrarrichardson.com/cleanupYouTube Channel:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqeoffeQu3pSXMV8fUIGNiw More Podcasts/Blogs/Webinars www.debrarrichardson.comMore ideas?  Email me at debra@debrarrichardson.com Music Credit:  www.purple-planet.com

What does it really take to work in the luxury wedding market? Spoiler: it's about more than just bigger budgets.In this episode of the I Do Wedding Marketing Podcast, I sit down with Jackie Watson, Founder of Jaclyn Watson Events and Echelon Creative & Co. Jackie pulls back the curtain on what luxury clients expect, how to market yourself to this niche, and why this level of work isn't for everyone.Jackie brings over a decade of planning, production, and design experience to the wedding industry. She's a powerhouse planner and business consultant who has produced multi–six figure and million-dollar weddings. Jackie has spoken on national stages like Wedding MBA and Catersource and is known for her detail-driven, client-focused approach. Through her consulting, she helps wedding pros streamline their businesses and elevate client experiences.The reality of luxury weddings: higher budgets come with higher expectations, constant communication, and significant time investment.How luxury clients choose vendors: why word of mouth and referrals matter most.Marketing to the luxury space: the importance of visuals, social media, branding, and being seen in the right circles.Client psychology: why many high-end clients are introverts, value privacy, and expect concierge-level service.Social media & SEO: how behind-the-scenes content builds trust and why SEO keywords must evolve.Vendor relationships: Jackie's candid take on commissions, appreciation gifts, and diversifying creative partners.Boundaries & contracts: how she protects her team with honest communication, abuse clauses, and detailed questionnaires.Growth & education: the importance of continuously learning from vendors, conferences, and peers.Instagram: @jaclynwatsonevents and @echeloncreativecoWebsite: jaclynwatsonevents.comFollow I Do Wedding Marketing Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/idoweddingmarketing/ Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/idoweddingmarketing LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/nina-addeo-699898ab/ Threads | https://www.threads.com/@idoweddingmarketing I Do Wedding Marketing podcast listeners can receive 15% off a 6-month subscription as a new Aisle Planner user! Use code IDWMxAP | https://www.aisleplanner.com/affiliate/IDWMxAP

This episode is part of the AI Summary series covering the AI Search Manual chapter by chapter. Chapter 17 explores how to evaluate and select agencies and vendors for Generative Engine Optimization in an era where traditional SEO metrics no longer tell the full story.The discussion highlights what separates GEO-ready partners from keyword-era agencies, from technical depth in vector search and Retrieval-Augmented Generation to the ability to engineer content that AI systems can parse, synthesize, and cite. We cover the importance of multi-platform expertise, real examples of AI citation optimization, and why measuring GEO performance requires looking beyond rankings to brand visibility across AI search environments.The episode also examines what red flags to avoid in vendor pitches, what questions to ask about strategy and integration, and how forward-looking agencies are preparing for a future where AI answers dominate over links.Read the full chapter at ipullrank.com/ai-search-manual

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While waiting for Rob's NFL Fantasy Draft to start, the boys kill the time by discussing fantasy football strategies, curses and shipping delays. They also recount their Labor Day activities and debate how much protein a human is supposed to take in. Stick around till the end, there may be a special treat.  Don't fast forward though...we'll know.   Enjoy!

In the shadows of 1970s New York, amidst neon lights and dirty sidewalks, one hot dog cart became the stuff of nightmares.This isn't about mystery meat or food safety scandals—this is about a street vendor who butchered people and served them up, steaming, on a bun.In this chilling episode of The Most Dangerous Podcast, we uncover the disturbing story of Viktor—the vendor whose “special recipe” drew endless lines… until the horrifying truth boiled over.Prepare yourself for a tale of urban horror, cannibalism, and the city's darkest secret served with mustard and relish.Would you know if you've already eaten human flesh?#TrueCrimePodcast #CreepyStories #UrbanLegends #Cannibalism #NewYorkHistory #HorrorPodcast #DarkHistory #MostDangerousPodcast #SerialKillerStories #DisturbingTales

Integrity360, one of Europe and EMEA's leading cyber security specialists, has been named as a Representative Vendor in the 2025 Gartner Market Guide for Digital Forensics and Incident Response (DFIR). The Gartner Market Guide provides security and risk management leaders with insights to understand the DFIR market, evaluate trends, refine requirements and identify market players. Integrity360 is listed among 40 vendors globally which, according to Gartner, best represent the DFIR market and attract the most client interest through Gartner.com searches and inquiries. DFIR retainers are increasingly viewed as a cornerstone of cyber resilience, providing organisations with rapid access to expert teams who can investigate malicious activity, conduct forensic analysis, support recovery and perform post-incident reviews. According to Gartner, these retainers are now often required by cyber insurance policies and certain regulations, such as the Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA). The guide also highlights that the DFIR market continues to grow in response to rising security incidents, with AI integration significantly reducing investigation times and improving incident context. It emphasises the value of providers offering both reactive services - such as breach investigation and ransomware negotiation - and proactive measures including tabletop exercises, penetration testing and readiness assessments. "We are pleased to be recognised by Gartner as a Representative Vendor in the DFIR market," said Richard Ford, CTO at Integrity360. "As organisations face tighter regulatory mandates and increasingly sophisticated threats, we're proud to offer DFIR services which are designed to minimise impact, support recovery and strengthen defences against future threats." Integrity360's DFIR services give clients 24/7 access to incident response specialists across multiple regions, enabling rapid deployment when needed. These services include forensic investigation, malware analysis and breach containment to help strengthen long-term resilience. See more stories here.

Certified Wedding Planner and Certified Educator, Amanda Borrero, joins CWP Society COO, Krisy Thomas, for an unfiltered conversation about one of the wedding industry's most debated practices: kickbacks.Together, they unpack what kickbacks really are, why they've become so ingrained in the wedding world, and the ethical dilemmas they create for planners and couples alike. From “pay-to-play” venue lists to referral fees passed quietly between vendors, this discussion explores how these arrangements can limit choices, raise costs, and compromise trust.But the episode doesn't stop there, it also offers a look at what ethical alternatives can look like. Amanda shares her perspective on building long-lasting vendor partnerships rooted in transparency and mutual respect, and how planners can negotiate perks that directly benefit their clients instead of lining their own pockets.If you've ever wondered how to grow a wedding planning business built on integrity and sustainability, this conversation will leave you inspired to do things differently.www.cwpsociety.com | info@cwpsociety.com | IG: @cwpsociety | FB: @cwpsociety

Tariffs are here and many vendor team members may be busier than ever with how they have caused changes in the vendor process.  There may be additional validations involved in four areas…Keep listening. Check out my website www.debrarrichardson.com if you need help implementing authentication techniques, internal controls, and best practices to prevent fraudulent payments, regulatory fines or bad vendor data. Check out the Vendor Process Training Center for 116+ hours of weekly live and on-demand training for the Vendor team. Links mentioned in the podcast + other helpful resources:     Customized Vendor Validations Session: https://debrarrichardson.com/vendor-validation-sessionVendor Process Training Center - https://training.debrarrichardson.comCustomized Fraud Training:  https://training.debrarrichardson.com/customized-fraud-training Free Live and On-Demand Webinars: https://training.debrarrichardson.com/webinarsVendor Master File Clean-Up:  https://www.debrarrichardson.com/cleanupYouTube Channel:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqeoffeQu3pSXMV8fUIGNiw More Podcasts/Blogs/Webinars www.debrarrichardson.comMore ideas?  Email me at debra@debrarrichardson.com Music Credit:  www.purple-planet.com

Today I'm joined by Daniel Kim, Director of Operations at Barnes Crossing Auto Group. His journey from tech entrepreneur to dealership operations leader, the promises and pitfalls of AI BDCs, why he insists his team stay on the phones and much more. This episode is brought to you by: 1. Widewail - Power your reputation engine with Widewail. Go Google-first. Our approach is proactive: mostly automated, sometimes manual. The perfect blend of high tech, high touch. Do more than generate and respond to reviews; use Voice of the Customer AI to gain insight into what's making your customers happy and what's not. Put your best foot forward with great reviews - because customers buy from those they know, like, and trust. 2,000,000 reviews managed and counting. Ready to see the difference? Visit @ http://www.widewail.com to book your live demo today! 2. Impel - Impel AI helps you drive loyalty with proactive, personalized service outreach that scales seamlessly. From service milestones to recall alerts and tailored incentives, Impel makes service outreach feel more like a concierge service than marketing. With AI-powered service scheduling via text and email—your team can stop managing calendars and focus on delivering exceptional customer experiences. Future-proof your service drive today. Visit @ https://carguymedia.com/40nWpRj 3. CDG Dealer Consulting - The right tech can make or break your dealership—so don't guess, and don't go it alone. Backed by insights from 500+ dealerships, CDG Dealer Consulting audits your tech stack, recommends the right products and vendors, and secures guaranteed best pricing. Our team then guides rollout and integration, helping you avoid costly mistakes and hit the ground running. Discover dealership tech that actually works @ http://www.cdgdealerconsulting.com Check out Car Dealership Guy's stuff: For dealers: Industry job board ➤ ⁠⁠⁠⁠http://jobs.dealershipguy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ Dealership recruiting ➤ ⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.cdgrecruiting.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ Fix your dealership's social media ➤ ⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.trynomad.co⁠⁠⁠⁠ Request to be a podcast guest ➤ ⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.cdgguest.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ For industry vendors: Advertise with Car Dealership Guy ➤ ⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.cdgpartner.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ Industry job board ➤ ⁠⁠⁠⁠http://jobs.dealershipguy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ Request to be a podcast guest ➤ ⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.cdgguest.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ Topics: 01:00 How did upbringing shape Daniel? 04:01 Why enter the auto industry? 05:41 Founding Orbi: biggest early challenges? 08:09 Current role and responsibilities? 10:38 AI implementation challenges in auto? 16:03 Vendor selection process tips? 21:42 AI in BDC: results? 24:01 AI's role in dealership operations? 41:34 Best AI/data advice for dealers? Car Dealership Guy Socials: X ➤ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠x.com/GuyDealership⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram ➤ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠instagram.com/cardealershipguy/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ TikTok ➤ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠tiktok.com/@guydealership⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn ➤ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠linkedin.com/company/cardealershipguy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Threads ➤ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠threads.net/@cardealershipguy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook ➤ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠facebook.com/profile.php?id=100077402857683⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Everything else ➤ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠dealershipguy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Pilar Muner, VP of People & Talent at ChartHop, joined us on The Modern People Leader.We covered:- Why fractional work isn't always the burnout cure-all it's made out to be-How ChartHop is using AI to power HR workflows in-house- The AI vendor checklist every HR leader needs — what to ask, what to watch for, and how to cut through the hypeIf you're evaluating AI tools for your people team, this episode will give you a practical lens on security, data integrity, and what to prioritize in vendor selection.---- Sponsor Links:

On this END-OF-SUMMER BONUS EPISODE of CASCADE OF HISTORY, we present archival audio from the August 2023 live broadcast of The Wallingford Local, a summer series broadcast live each month from May 2023 to September 2023 from the Wallingford Farmers Market at Meridian Park in Seattle, Washington. The Wallingford Local was produced by the CASCADE OF HISTORY team, and this episode was originally broadcast LIVE at 5:00 pm Pacific Time on SPACE 101.1 FM on Wednesday, August 30, 2023. Guests include Ben Chandler of the Seattle Farmers Market Association; Seattle City Council District 4 candidate Maritza Rivera; musical guests Unleashed (Russ Johnson, harmonica; Andrew DeNance, guitar/vocals; Leroy Henry, percussion/harmonies; Lisa Lusk, ukulele/harmonies); Annie Quinn from St. Benedict's Wurst Festival; Jack McLaughlin of Wallyhood.org with the Trivia Challenge; Sean Demirel of Neo Art; and "Vendor of the Week of the Month" Maddy Ruhoy of Purdy Good Pickles. The Wallingford Local was produced and hosted by Feliks Banel with production and technical assistance from Laura Scott and additional production support from Rhonda Bush and Sarah Martin of Historic Wallingford. CASCADE OF HISTORY is broadcast LIVE most Sunday nights at 8pm Pacific Time via SPACE 101.1 FM in Seattle and gallantly streams everywhere via www.space101fm.org. The radio station broadcasts from studios at historic Magnuson Park – located in the former Master-at-Arms' quarters in the old Sand Point Naval Air Station - on the shores of Lake Washington in Seattle. Subscribe to the CASCADE OF HISTORY podcast via most podcast platforms.

AI Dependency Crisis + EV Infrastructure Failures: Tech Reality Check 2025When Two Infrastructure Promises Collide with RealityThe promise was simple: AI would augment human intelligence, and electric vehicles would transform transportation. The reality in 2025? Both are hitting infrastructure walls that expose uncomfortable truths about how technology actually scales.Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli didn't plan to connect these dots in their latest Random and Unscripted weekly recap, but the conversation naturally evolved from AI dependency concerns to electric vehicle infrastructure challenges—revealing how both represent the same fundamental problem: mistaking technological capability for systemic readiness."The AI is telling us what success looks like and we're measuring against that, and who knows if it's right or wrong," Sean observed, describing what's become an AI dependency crisis in cybersecurity teams. Organizations aren't just using AI as a tool; they're letting it define their decision-making frameworks without maintaining the critical thinking skills to evaluate those frameworks.Marco connected this to their recent Black Cat analysis, describing the "paradox loop"—where teams lose both the ability to take independent action and think clearly because they're constantly feeding questions to AI, creating echo chambers of circular reasoning. "We're gonna be screwed," he said with characteristic directness. "We go back to something being magic again."This isn't academic hand-wringing. Both hosts developed their expertise when understanding fundamental technology was mandatory—when you had to grasp cables, connections, and core systems to make anything work. Their concern is for teams that might never develop that foundational knowledge, mistaking AI convenience for actual competence.The electric vehicle discussion, triggered by Marco's conversation with Swedish consultant Matt Larson, revealed parallel infrastructure failures. "Upgrading to electric vehicles isn't like updating software," Sean noted, recalling his own experience renting an EV and losing an hour to charging—"That's not how you're gonna sell it."Larson's suggestion of an "Apollo Program" for EV infrastructure acknowledges what the industry often ignores: some technological transitions require massive, coordinated investment beyond individual company capabilities. The cars work; the surrounding ecosystem barely exists. Sound familiar to anyone implementing AI without considering organizational infrastructure?From his Object First webinar on backup systems, Sean extracted a deceptively simple insight: immutability matters precisely because bad actors specifically target backups to enable ransomware success. "You might think you're safe and resilient until something happens and you realize you're not."Marco's philosophical take—comparing immutable backups to never stepping in the same river twice—highlights why both cybersecurity and infrastructure transitions demand unchanging foundations even as everything else evolves rapidly.The episode's most significant development was their expanded event coverage announcement. Moving beyond traditional cybersecurity conferences to cover IBC Amsterdam (broadcasting technology since 1967), automotive security events, gaming conferences, and virtual reality gatherings represents recognition that infrastructure challenges cross every industry."That's where things really get interesting," Sean noted about broader tech events. When cybersecurity professionals only discuss security in isolation, they miss how infrastructure problems manifest across music production, autonomous vehicles, live streaming, and emerging technologies.Both AI dependency and EV infrastructure failures share the same root cause: assuming technological capability automatically translates to systemic implementation. The gap between "this works in a lab" and "this works in reality" represents the most critical challenge facing technology leaders in 2025.Their call to action extends beyond cybersecurity: if you know about events that address infrastructure challenges at the intersection of technology and society, reach out. The "usual suspects" of security conferences aren't where these broader infrastructure conversations are happening.What infrastructure gaps are you seeing between technology promises and implementation reality? Join the conversation on LinkedIn or connect through ITSP Magazine.________________Hosts links:

If you're looking for a low-cost vendor validation step to deter fraud – I have one for you in today's episode. Keep listening. Check out my website www.debrarrichardson.com if you need help implementing authentication techniques, internal controls, and best practices to prevent fraudulent payments, regulatory fines or bad vendor data. Check out the Vendor Process Training Center for 116+ hours of weekly live and on-demand training for the Vendor team. Links mentioned in the podcast + other helpful resources:    Article:  How to Vet Suppliers and Avoid Fake Vendor Scams https://www.bitdefender.com/en-gb/blog/hotforsecurity/how-to-vet-suppliers-and-avoid-fake-vendor-scamsCustomized Vendor Validations Session: https://debrarrichardson.com/vendor-validation-sessionVendor Process Training Center - https://training.debrarrichardson.comCustomized Fraud Training:  https://training.debrarrichardson.com/customized-fraud-training Free Live and On-Demand Webinars: https://training.debrarrichardson.com/webinarsVendor Master File Clean-Up:  https://www.debrarrichardson.com/cleanupYouTube Channel:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqeoffeQu3pSXMV8fUIGNiw More Podcasts/Blogs/Webinars www.debrarrichardson.comMore ideas?  Email me at debra@debrarrichardson.com Music Credit:  www.purple-planet.com

Show notes:  Episode Overview Join host Moni as she breaks down everything you need to know about the More Than a Mil Spouse Summit and why military spouses need to attend this transformative business event. Moni shares that this summit was divinely timed, moving from May to October after retirement and major life changes. The partnership with Business Beyond the Battlefield and Patrick's team made this Arlington, Texas location possible, creating an even better opportunity for military spouse entrepreneurs to connect and grow. Who Should Attend • All military spouses with business interests: Consultants, strategists, and coaches Freelancers, visionaries, and founders Those with business ideas (new or seasoned) Nonprofit leaders Service-based or product-based businesses • Open to all branches and status: Active duty spouses Reserve and National Guard spouses Retired military spouses ("veteran military spouses") All military branches Event Details Dates & Schedule • October 8-10, 2025 - Arlington, Texas area • Day 1 (Oct 8): Vendor reception and check-in day • Day 2 (Oct 9): Full day of activities Networking sessions Workshops and panels Mini activations throughout the day Podcast recording station Evening social at Texas Live NFL watch party OR movie night • Day 3 (Oct 10): Half day (ends at 12-1pm) Morning networking Workshop sessions and panels Closing lunch What Makes This Summit Different Core Focus Areas • Financials - Building sustainable business finances • Health & Mental Wellness - Maintaining balance while growing a business • Business Foundations - Essential building blocks for success The Summit Promise • No infomercials - Focus on pouring into attendees, not selling to them • Actionable content - Implement strategies immediately, not someday • Real connections - Meet other military spouse business owners who understand your journey • Curated resources - Specifically designed for military spouse entrepreneurs, not generic veteran resources What's Included with Your $49 Ticket • All sessions, panels, and workshops • 7 meals and snacks • Workbook for following along with sessions • Event swag • Networking sessions and activities • Access to all activations and experiences Featured Speaker Mike Kelly - Military Community and Collective Impact Champion 10+ years mentoring military spouse entrepreneurs Keynote speaker sharing wealth of knowledge about building successful businesses Investment Perspective Why This Investment Matters • Build your ecosystem - Connect with like-minded military spouses • Create ROI - Unlike everyday purchases, this investment grows your business • Tax write-off - Business conference attendance is tax-deductible • Future partnerships - Meet potential clients, partners, and collaborators Cost-Saving Tips • Find a roommate - Split hotel costs with other attendees • Plan ahead - Book flights and hotels early for better rates • Remember the value - Compare to what you spend on coffee, Target runs, etc. Scholarship Opportunities • Application deadline: September 1 • Purpose: Help cover travel costs for spouses who need financial assistance • Note: Created specifically to address travel cost concerns Ways to Support Virtual Partnership Options - Submit here.  • Benefits for sponsors: 30-second podcast plug (10,000+ monthly listeners) Feature in Military Spouse Entrepreneur Guide (75,000 printed copies globally) Recognition as event supporter Sponsorship Opportunities • Financial sponsorships • In-kind donations • Individual spouse sponsorships Key Takeaways Investment in Yourself • As military spouses, we constantly pour into others - commands, schools, volunteer work • It's essential to invest time and resources in your own growth • This summit is designed specifically for YOUR success, not as an afterthought The Power of Community • Connect with spouses who understand your unique journey • Build relationships that last beyond the event • Create partnerships that advance your business goals Contact Information • Website: www.amseagency.com (Summit tab at top) • Email: hello@amseagency.com • Scholarship Application: Available on website (closes Sept 1) https://airtable.com/appBAUV0gtkjdTsBH/shrC62fn7jNBzvw0w Action Steps Register for your $49 ticket at www.amseagency.com Apply for scholarship if needed (before Sept 1) Connect with other attendees for roommate matching Block your calendar for October 8-10 Prepare to invest in yourself and your business future We love how our listeners support the mission of AMSE and the Owning Up podcast. As we continue to grow, advocate, and support military spouse entrepreneurs, we wanted to offer that same chance to you, our listeners. For only $5 - you can increase our reach within our community - locally, nationally, and globally. Visit Glow.fm/owningup to become an Owning Up supporter today!  We'd love to have you join our fantastic community! Join the ASSOC. OF MILITARY SPOUSE ENTREPRENEUR COMMUNITY: https://www.amsemembers.com/ Learn more about AMSE at www.amseagency.com Follow Monika Jefferson on Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook  Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook "Once a spouse, always a spouse" - Supporting military spouse entrepreneurs in every season of their journey.

S3 E4  Novio's Radio | Uncomfortable Vendor Comments This episode of Cocktails with Friends takes a sharp turn from lighthearted mixology into deeply personal territory. Bob Cutler opens up about an anti-Semitic remark from a vendor rep, the lack of immediate accountability from the company, and the personal toll it's taken on him and his family, reminding listeners that bigotry in any form demands serious response and reflection. Key Topics The Personal Impact of Prejudice Bob's story illustrates how discrimination isn't just offensive—it cuts into personal identity, family pride, and professional trust. His choice to abstain from drinking underscores the seriousness of the emotional weight he carried. Corporate Responsibility and Accountability The episode raises tough questions about how businesses respond to discrimination. A simple rep reassignment without visible consequences feels inadequate, highlighting the gap between apologies and real accountability. Owning Identity in Public and Business Life Bob speaks openly about being Jewish, reflecting on when and how he highlights that identity in his business branding. The episode underscores the ongoing challenge of embracing heritage while navigating a society where prejudice can still surface. Episode Index (2:10) Bob explains why he avoids drinking when angry—alcohol amplifies moods, and this situation has remained top-of-mind for two weeks. (3:39) The conflict escalated when a vendor accused his wife Annie of dishonesty and then made an anti-Semitic remark toward Bob. (5:34) Bob shares his pride in being Jewish, even if not always practicing, and his shock at hearing “don't use the Jew card on me.” (6:53) He points out how anti-Semitism often isn't taken as seriously as racism or homophobia, with fewer immediate repercussions. (15:01) After meeting with Pine State's CEO, Bob gets an apology and a new rep but no clear policy answers, leaving him questioning accountability.  

On this episode of the Passive Income Playbook, Pascal Wagner interviews Chris Seveney. Chris breaks down how his firm buys non‑performing residential mortgage notes, works with borrowers to re‑age loans, and occasionally forecloses or sells re‑performing paper. He walks through the end‑to‑end diligence (the “three P's”: person, property, predicament), state‑by‑state legal nuances, vendor management, and how experience refines the checklist. He also covers fund structure—Reg A access for non‑accredited investors, monthly income targets, four‑year lockup, and bonus‑share incentives—plus real‑world wins, losses, and risk controls. Guest Info Current role: Managing Partner, Seveney Investments (7E) Based in: Washington, DC Say hi to them at: 7einvestments.com | LinkedIn Visit investwithsunrise.com to learn more about investment opportunities.  Get 50% Off Monarch Money, the all-in-one financial tool at www.monarchmoney.com with code BESTEVER Join the Best Ever Community  The Best Ever Community is live and growing - and we want serious commercial real estate investors like you inside. It's free to join, but you must apply and meet the criteria.  Connect with top operators, LPs, GPs, and more, get real insights, and be part of a curated network built to help you grow. Apply now at ⁠www.bestevercommunity.com⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are you truly in control of your building systems, or dependent on your vendor? Vendor lock-in increases costs, slows down repairs, and limits flexibility. But there's a clear way to reduce risk: internal capability. This episode of the Smart Buildings Academy Podcast walks through how to shift control back to your team through targeted training and planning. Key topics include: Common signs and causes of vendor lock-in Financial and operational impacts of relying on one provider How training restores technical and strategic leverage Steps to build and maintain in-house capability When to use vendors and when to manage tasks internally If you want more control and less cost, this episode is for you.

We're Becoming Dumb and Numb": Why Black Hat 2025's AI Hype Is Killing Cybersecurity -- And Our Ability to Think Random and Unscripted Weekly Update Podcast with Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli__________________SummarySean and Marco dissect Black Hat USA 2025, where every vendor claimed to have "agentic AI" solutions. They expose how marketing buzzwords create noise that frustrates CISOs seeking real value. Marco references the Greek myth of Talos - an ancient AI robot that seemed invincible until one fatal flaw destroyed it - as a metaphor for today's overinflated AI promises. The discussion spirals into deeper concerns: are we becoming too dependent on AI decision-making? They warn about echo chambers, lowest common denominators, and losing our ability to think critically. The solution? Stop selling perfection, embrace product limitations, and keep humans in control. __________________10 Notable QuotesSean:"It's hard for them to siphon the noise. Sift through the noise, I should say, and figure out what the heck is really going on.""If we completely just use it for the easy button, we'll stop thinking and we won't use it as a tool to make things better.""We'll stop thinking and we won't use it as a tool to make our minds better, to make our decisions better.""We are told then that this is the reality. This is what good looks like.""Maybe there's a different way to even look at things. So it's kind of become uniform... a very low common denominator that is just good enough for everybody."Marco:"Do you really wanna trust the weapon to just go and shoot everybody? At least you can tell it's a human factor and that's the people that ultimately decide.""If we don't make decision anymore, we're gonna turn out in a lot of those sci-fi stories, like the time machine where we become dumb.""We all perceive reality to be different from what it is, and then it creates a circular knowledge learning where we use AI to create the knowledge, then to ask the question, then to give the answers.""We're just becoming dumb and numb. More than dumb, but we become numb to everything else because we're just not thinking with our own head.""You're selling the illusion of security and that could be something that then you replicate in other industries." Picture this: You walk into the world's largest cybersecurity conference, and every single vendor booth is screaming the same thing – "agentic AI." Different companies, different products, but somehow they all taste like the same marketing milkshake.That's exactly what Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli witnessed at Black Hat USA 2025, and their latest Random and Unscripted with Sean and Marco episode pulls no punches in exposing what's really happening behind the buzzwords."Marketing just took all the cool technology that each vendor had, put it in a blender and made a shake that just tastes the same," Marco reveals on Random and Unscripted with Sean and Marco, describing how the conference floor felt like one giant echo chamber where innovation got lost in translation.But this isn't just another rant about marketing speak. The Random and Unscripted with Sean and Marco conversation takes a darker turn when Marco introduces the ancient Greek myth of Talos – a bronze giant powered by divine ichor who was tasked with autonomously defending Crete. Powerful, seemingly invincible, until one small vulnerability brought the entire system crashing down.Sound familiar?"Do you really wanna trust the weapon to just go and shoot everybody?" Marco asks, drawing parallels between ancient mythology and today's rush to hand over decision-making to AI systems we don't fully understand.Sean, meanwhile, talked to frustrated CISOs throughout the event who shared a common complaint: "It's hard for them to sift through the noise and figure out what the heck is really going on." When every vendor claims their AI is autonomous and perfect, how do you choose? How do you even know what you're buying?The real danger, they argue on Random and Unscripted with Sean and Marco, isn't just bad purchasing decisions. It's what happens when we stop thinking altogether."If we completely just use it for the easy button, we'll stop thinking and we won't use it as a tool to make our minds better," Sean warns. We risk settling for what he calls the "lowest common denominator" – a world where AI tells us what success looks like, and we never question whether we could do better.Marco goes even further, describing a "circular knowledge learning" trap where "we use AI to create the knowledge, then to ask the question, then to give the answers." The result? "We're just becoming dumb and numb. More than dumb, but we become numb to everything else because we're just not thinking with our own head."Their solution isn't to abandon AI – it's to get honest about what it can and can't do. "Stop looking for the easy button and stop selling the easy button," Marco urges vendors on Random and Unscripted with Sean and Marco. "Your product is probably as good as it is."Sean adds: "Don't be afraid to share your blemishes, share your weaknesses. Share your gaps."Because here's the thing CISOs know that vendors often forget: "CISOs are not stupid. They talk to each other. The truth will come out."In an industry built on protecting against deception, maybe it's time to stop deceiving ourselves about what AI can actually deliver. ________________ Keywordscybersecurity, artificialintelligence, blackhat2025, agentic, ai, marketing, ciso, cybersec, infosec, technology, leadership, vendor, innovation, automation, security, tech, AI, machinelearning, enterprise, business________________Hosts links:

In Part 2 of Why You Should Buy a Business Instead of Starting One with Jory Evans, we move past the mechanics of deal-making and into the high-stakes world of execution. Jory Evans, CEO of Evans Trucking, explains why acquisitions succeed or fail not in the negotiation room, but in how leaders handle the transition afterward. He highlights the importance of logistics, leadership depth, and cultural alignment, drawing from his own experiences of scaling Evans Trucking through multiple acquisitions. Jory breaks down how leadership voids, communication breakdowns, and rushed software or process changes can destabilize both the company being purchased and the buyer's existing business.This episode also digs into the human side of acquisitions—the trust between buyer and seller, the role of vendor financing in ensuring alignment, and the delicate process of retaining key staff and customer relationships. Jory shares candid stories of successes and setbacks, illustrating why over 60% of acquisitions fail and how entrepreneurs can avoid becoming part of that statistic. For anyone looking to grow through acquisitions, this conversation offers a blueprint for building a solid execution plan, managing risk, and leading with trust to ensure long-term success. Key Takeaways: 1. Closing the deal is only the beginning—execution is where acquisitions succeed or fail.2. Leadership depth matters; a thin or tired team can derail integration.3. Culture fit is critical—clashing values can destroy even the best-looking deals.4. Retaining staff and relationships is often more valuable than the assets you purchase.5. Logistics like communication, proximity, and software transitions can make or break efficiency.6. Trust between buyer and seller is essential—without it, lawyers and accountants can tear a deal apart.7. Vendor financing keeps sellers invested in your success, making transitions smoother.8. Over 60% of acquisitions fail because companies ignore the human and cultural side of integration.9. Always have a leadership plan to fill voids quickly when owners or key people exit.10. Stay unemotional, follow the process, and be willing to walk away if red flags appear.