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Kathy Nelson is the president and CEO of both Visit KC and the Greater Kansas City Sports Commission and Foundation. She joined KCUR's Up To Date for our series "5 Questions."
Josh Hawley Supports UAW, Jill Biden to Visit KC Area | 9-26-23See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This week we're talking with Brandy Burch, a co-founder and the CEO of Benefitbay, a company that works with other companies and ICHRA — Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement, which is a health insurance solution for a company to offer its employees.Brandy started her professional career in the Kansas City area, including two years with Visit KC. But she's had an interesting journey — at least certainly not a straight line. She graduated from Emporia State with a degree in accounting before working for various companies. But then about 10 years after graduating, she went back to school for another undergrad degree before getting a Masters of Business Administration. In 2021 she was part of a group that started what became Benefitbay in Omaha, Nebraska. A year later, in April 2022, she was selected as the company's CEO. After securing a second round of funding, Brandy moved the company's headquarters to the Kansas City area earlier this year. She did all of this — ALL of this — as a mother. So, we chat about Brandy's background, the "long and winding road," her persistence to overcome adversity, and the COURAGE it's taken to do all of this. LINKS:To find out more about Benefitbay, click here.For more information about the C-10 Mentoring & Leadership program for high school students, visit our website.To make a financial gift to give students life-changing one-on-one mentoring, visit our secure donation page.For all episodes of the C-10 podcast and ways you can listen, click here.If you'd like to make a comment, have a suggestion for a future guest, or your company would like to help underwrite this podcast, please visit our contact page.
Long before the new terminal at KCI was complete, the NFL Draft was identified as the first big test of its efficiency. Now that the NFL Draft is over, KSHB 41 anchor Taylor Hemness speaks with Kathy Nelson, head of both Visit KC, and the Kansas City Sports Commission, about not only how the terminal performed, but also its overall role in attracting visitors to KC.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Derek Byrne, Director Content Strategy with Visit KC joins Carol and Tom talking about what is happening the KC with the NFL draft and how one could attend.
How do you go from teaching to designing? In this episode of the Fueling Creativity podcast, Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood revisit their discussion with creator, educator, and former IBM designer, KC Lathrop. As a former teacher turned designer, KC works to empower people to go against societal norms, change careers, start over, start again, learn anything they want, and follow all creative desires. Tune in to learn about her transition from educator to full-time designer at IBM, the similarities between teaching and design professions, and how her administrative role allows her to be creative in new ways. She also describes the fascinating 100 of Making practice and how it nurtures her creativity, design, innovation, and even mental health. “I kind of think about creativity in support your mental health. I think it's almost the same idea as going to the gym every day for your physical health. To me, maintaining a creative practice is one of the ways that I maintain my mental health.” - KC Lathrop KC's Tips for Teachers and Parents: Take every lesson you teach as a new opportunity to learn something for yourself. Not every class is going to be the best class you've ever taught. A part of learning is being vulnerable. If you want your students to be vulnerable, you also need to be vulnerable with them. Meet people where they are. No matter how much experience you have, there's always space for learning and growing. About KC Lathrop: KC Lathrop is a designer, creator, and educator. She currently works in strategy and operations for IBM's IT department. KC started at IBM as a User Experience Designer 5 years ago while getting her master's degree from New York University's Interactive Telecommunications Program (ITP). During her time at NYU, KC enrolled in the class 100 days of making, which she ended up teaching the following year. As a former teacher turned designer, she works to empower people to go against societal norms, change careers, start over, start again, learn anything you want and follow all creative desires. KC currently lives in Brooklyn, NY with her adorable dog, Waffles. Visit KC's website Connect with her on LinkedIn Follow her on Instagram Want to learn more about the concept of Teachers as Designers? Read and watch how the concept of Teacher Creativity and Design Thinking can increase teacher agency using new technology, help build a culture of innovation, and support diversity and inclusion and social-emotional learning at your school. Visit WorwoodClassroom.com. Eager to bring more creativity into your home or classroom? Access a variety of creativity resources and tools & listen to more episodes of The Fueling Creativity Podcast by visiting our website, CreativityandEducation.com. Subscribe to our monthly newsletter! Follow Cyndi and Matt on Linkedin! You can also find The Fueling Creativity Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Audible, and PodBean! Make sure to rate, review, and share the podcast if you enjoy it!
Nick Haines talks to Kathy Nelson, President & CEO of the KC Sports Commission and Foundation and President & CEO of Visit KC, and Katherine Holland, Director of the KC2026 FIFA World Cup Bid, about what they hope to learn from the World Cup in Qatar, how significant a new airport was in the bidding process, how necessary modifications to the stadium will be funded and next year's NFL Draft.
Catching up and looking back with Kathy Nelson, President of both the Kansas City Sports Commission and Visit KC, presently juggling two of the biggest events anywhere, the 2023 NFL Draft and the 2026 World Cup. Fascinating past and present conversation.
Adam shares the story behind Boulevard Brewing Company. He also mentions more than once how much KC loves KC. I've been to KC before, and I love their beer and their barbecue, so I get it!In a state dominated by a major American beer label, Boulevard Brewing Company had their work cut out for them, but Adam shares the success story of Boulevard and how KC loving KC helped with their success. Whether you're from KC or not, you'll love Boulevard Brewing Company! Follow Boulevard Brewing Company: Instagram: @boulevardbeerFacebooK: /boulevardTwitter: @boulevard_beerWebsite: boulevard.comFollow Pour Another Round:Facebook: /PourAnothrRoundInstagram: @PourAnothrRoundTwitter: @PourAnothrRoundPour Another Round now has merch. Show off your favorite beer podcast to friends with the softest t-shirts and some pretty sweet hats. Even if you're drinking alone, wearing one of these will be like two of your favorite drinking buddies are always with you too. Check out the shop!
On this episode of Banking on KC, Kathy Nelson, CEO of the Kansas City Sports Commission and Visit KC, joins host Kelly Scanlon to discuss leadership opportunities for women—and the role sports plays. Tune in to discover: How Nelson has elevated Kansas City's profile internationally, especially in the sports arena. What Nelson and WIN for KC are doing to foster leadership skills in women. Nelson's thoughts on closing the gaps between men's and women's sports. Nelson's approach to leading change. Insights about leadership and making an impact. Country Club Bank – Member FDIC
Welcome in to State Your Line, voted the Best Local Podcast in Kansas City in The Pitch Magazine and Kansas City Magazine in 2019 & 2020! This week we talk with Derek Bryne from Visit KC about KC Restaurant Week 2022! This episode includes some of our favorite segments: Talking Chiefs Openings and Closings What'd We Try This Week Hey Look, Its KC! Midwest Mad Personal Pine Tar Mixed Plate of Restaurant Week Recommendations
Jon Stephens is the president and CEO of Port KC and an active board member of many organizations doing great work in Kansas City including Visit KC, KC Streetcar, KCPT and Arts KC. He discusses the ins and outs of spurring the growth and development of the Berkley Riverfront area, life in the Westside neighborhood and his partnership with the Kansas City Current.
Come along with Craig Zabransky of StayAdventurous.com as he heads to the Heartland of America. Kansas City here we come. To help share the story, Craig interviews PR for Visit KC, a senior curator for the World War I Museum and a friend who attened the KC Chiefs home opener at Arrow Head stadium. Also, expect many delightful details and descriptions of the culture through cuisine, the 3 top travel tips, the mindset moment and more. Much more. This was Craig's first time to Kanas City and it will not be his last. To visit the episode's show notes find the complete podcast page > here. And also make sure to "subscribe" to his quest to be your guide to "staying adventurous' and receive each new monthly travel episode.
How do you go from teaching to designing? In this episode of the Fueling Creativity podcast, Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood speak with creator, educator, and designer, KC Lathrop. As a former teacher turned designer, KC works to empower people to go against societal norms, change careers, start over, start again, learn anything they want, and follow all creative desires. Tune in to learn about her transition from educator to full-time designer at IBM, the similarities between teaching and design professions, and how her administrative role allows her to be creative in new ways. She also describes the fascinating 100 of Making practice and how it nurtures her creativity, design, innovation, and even mental health. “I kind of think about creativity in support your mental health. I think it's almost the same idea as going to the gym every day for your physical health. To me, maintaining a creative practice is one of the ways that I maintain my mental health.” - KC Lathrop KC's Tips for Teachers and Parents: Take every lesson you teach as a new opportunity to learn something for yourself. Not every class is going to be the best class you've ever taught. A part of learning is being vulnerable. If you want your students to be vulnerable, you also need to be vulnerable with them. Meet people where they are. No matter how much experience you have, there's always space for learning and growing. About KC Lathrop: KC Lathrop is a designer, creator, and educator. She currently works in strategy and operations for IBM's IT department. KC started at IBM as a User Experience Designer 5 years ago while getting her master's degree from New York University's Interactive Telecommunications Program (ITP). During her time at NYU, KC enrolled in the class 100 days of making, which she ended up teaching the following year. As a former teacher turned designer, she works to empower people to go against societal norms, change careers, start over, start again, learn anything you want and follow all creative desires. KC currently lives in Brooklyn, NY with her adorable dog, Waffles. Visit KC's website Connect with her on LinkedIn Follow her on Instagram Eager to bring more creativity into your home or classroom? Access a variety of creativity resources and tools & listen to more episodes of The Fueling Creativity Podcast by visiting our website, CreativityandEducation.com. Subscribe to our monthly newsletter! Follow Cyndi and Matt on Linkedin! You can also find The Fueling Creativity Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Audible, and PodBean! Make sure to rate, review, and share the podcast if you enjoy it!
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Bryan and Satya breakdown 3 DMO websites: Visit Austin, Visit KC, and Travel Portland. They take a close look at the design of the page from a marketing perspective. Bryan offers some insights on the SEO value of the websites, and Satya speaks more on the visual experience. Video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2kruGuQC5Hg This is a great long-form episode for anyone who works in the SEO, web design, or website marketing industry. Feel free to comment or send feedback about anything we may have missed.
How do we continue to serve our mission, but also do so from a financially responsible and cautionary way? - Jessica Blubaugh What can we do to encourage movement during a time of restriction? This week, director of Win for KC Jessica Blubaugh, discusses the mission of empowering women and girls in sports. Win for KC’s annual TRYathalon is now virtual! Jessica describes the creative problem solving to keep the event accessible, fun, and safe. About Jessica Blubaugh Jessica began her career with WIN for KC as an intern over a decade ago. Since then, Jessica worked for KC Sports Commission followed by the Women’s Sports Foundation in New York and Atlanta. Afterwards, she transitioned to Teach For America as Senior Marketing Director. Jessica then became the Director of Partnerships & Events for Visit KC. She has come full circle and is now the Director of Win for KC, where she interned 10 years prior. She has spent 15 years in the nonprofit center and worked with great athletes such as Billie Jean King and Michelle Kwan. Join Dr. Michelle and Jessica as they talk about: Jessica’s COVID tradition - writing positive quotes on a chalkboard outside Win for KC’s mission of empowering women through sports The inspiration of TRYathalon Triathlon Pivoting the TRYathalon to a virtual event, transitioning Camp Win at home, and opening the events to boys for the first time The inspiration of the Youth Advisory Board, giving local youth positions to make positive change Robin sponsoring 2 participants for the TRYathalon Envisioning the conversations we’ll be having in 2022 Discover how to be impactful during times of controversy as Jessica shares: Creating connections for kids through diversity and inner city initiatives Decisions in wearing masks Systemic racism being a muscle we have to work at every day Managing negative thought patterns Guidance to move safely outside and social distancing “If you think you are too small to make a difference, think again. Try sleeping with a mosquito.”- Dalai Lama Mentioned In This Episode Big 12 TRYathalon Win For KC Camp Win Black Lives Matter Youth Advisory Board Wellness Consortium Britt Frank The Shack by William Paul Long Connect Facebook Instagram Twitter YouTube LinkedIn
#KCRW2020! Kansas City Restaurant Week has a record number of restaurants participating in 2020. All 220 restaurants will offer $15 lunch and $35 dinner menus from January 10-19th. 10% of the proceeds benefit three local charities, including the Don Bosco Centers. The Restaurant Association's scholarships and Visit KC's foundation also benefit. This week David Lopez, owner of Manny's and VP of the Greater KC Restaurant Association, and Mo Orpin, executive director of the Don Bosco Centers, join Haley to talk about food, the challenging restaurant industry and charity. KCRestaurantWeek.com
Welcome in to State Your Line, voted the best local podcast in Kansas City by The Pitch Magazine in 2019! This week the Ritz brothers talk with Derek Klaus, the director of communications for Visit KC.
Today's episode is an interview with KC McCormick Çiftçi, the host of the Borderless Stories Podcast. KC takes us back to meeting her husband in Turkey and shares their journey with the K1 Fiancé Visa. She'll talk about what inspired her to create the Borderless Stories community and all it has to offer. Enjoy and don't forget to subscribe to be notified of all future episodes! *Head to @kelli.fm to see a picture of KC and Hüseyin. *Visit KC's website, for information about her podcast, community, blog and courses! *Join the Love Beyond Borders Podcast Community on Facebook *Be a guest on the show! Send an email to lovebeyondborderspodcast@gmail.com *Subscribe to be notified of all future episodes. *Leave a review to help Love Beyond Borders reach a broader community!
Alex is joined by noted writer, chef, and occasional critic Pete Dulin. They discuss Pete's intriguing marrying of his love of food into his writing, and his years of coverage of the Kansas City craft brewing, distilling, and wine scene. Pete even admits to a guilty pleasure or two when he's hungry while on the move. Don't miss it! More About Pete: He is the author of four books about food, beer, wine, and spirits. His most recent book is Expedition of Thirst: Exploring Breweries, Distilleries and Wineries Across Central Kansas and Missouri (University Press of Kansas). His other books include Kansas City Beer: A History of Brewing in the Heartland (The History Press, American Palate series), KC Ale Trail, and Last Bite: 100 Simple Recipes from Kansas City’s Best Chefs and Cooks. Based in Kansas City, Missouri, he’s a freelance writer with more than 15 years of experience covering food, beverage, business, and lifestyle. His work has appeared in Flatland, Recommended Daily, Feast Magazine, The Kansas City Star, Visit KC, River Front Times, The Boston Globe, and many other publications and websites. Check out what's going on with Pete, including ways to get autographed copies of his books at petedulin.com. *** Pssst! You need your very own MGO t-shirt or mug... PLEASE endorse Mysterious Goings On on Whatpod! Be sure to visit J. Alexander Greenwood at PilatesCross.com or purchase his work here. Miss last week? Be sure to check your feed or look up for more great episodes! The Mysterious Goings On Podcast is recorded at Green Shebeen Studios in the heart of beautiful Kansas City, Missouri. Copyright 2019, all rights reserved. No reproduction, excerpting or other use without written permission. Theme music "Spy Glass" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
In a Friday edition of the 41 Files podcast, anchor Taylor Hemness talks with Visit KC's Derek Klaus about the new app called “KC BBQ Experience.” Produced by Sam Hartle. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
It's BBQ Week in KC!! (When isn't it BBQ Week in KC?) So this week in honor of the World Series of BBQ Cook Off at the American Royal BBQ we are reviewing the BBQ Pork TACQOS from Q39 with Visit KC's TONI ALEXANDER & DEREK BYRNE! On Location at the Visit KC Offices, in this edition we talk a whole lotta KC! They give us their expert opinions on the Top Things to See, Do and Eat Here in KC! We talk Food (KC BBQ, KC PIZZA, KC Sandwiches, KC Coffee Shops, KC Burgers) and tries to sell his guest's on his KC Taco Initiative! Will Visit KC help him make Tacos the Official Food of Kansas City? Other Taco Topics discussed: Downtown Tacos! Late Night $2 Tacos at Chipotle, Toni's Homemade Pizza Tacos, Lifetime Supplies of Queso, KC Taco Tours, Q: "Is a Taco a Sandwich?" Hear Toni and Derek go for a Perfect Score in the Taco Topics Speed Round! Dave and his guests even touch upon KCK, the Shake Shack Opening (NO TACOS?!), and Bird Scooters vs. Floating Segways! The Future of KC is a stake! This week it's KC BBQ Meets KC TACOS! Two KC Culinary Monsters at last become ONE!!!
No drinks, just dialogue, with Kansas City's doers and makers. A new podcast from Visit KC.
Joining host Kelly Scanlon on Smart Companies KC is Jon Stephens. He is the Founder & President, Rockhill Strategic and is a 15-plus year veteran of the advertising and marketing industry. He served as the director of marketing and public relations with the Cordish Company, and later the president of the Kansas City Power & Light District. He has served on many local boards focused on civic improvement and helped lead the bi-state, bipartisan bid for KC to host the 2016 Republican National Convention. From 2013-2014, he served as the interim President and CEO of Visit KC (the region's convention bureau) guiding the organization through a strategic reposition. He recently moved across the state line to serve as the interim Executive Director of the Kansas City Kansas Regional Chamber of Commerce. They’ll discuss a number of topics including the KC Border, Tourism, VC Funding, KC as a Tech Hub, Millennial recruitment and the future of the KCI Airport Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices