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In Episode 52 of The League, Benoy Thanjan and David Magid discuss several major developments shaping the future of power markets. The conversation begins with a significant New York court ruling that classified battery energy storage as a public utility, potentially giving developers a stronger path through local zoning and permitting challenges. They discuss why this legal precedent could accelerate the development of standalone battery projects across the state over the next several years. They also examine New Jersey's plans to procure 1.1 GW of nuclear power while seeking to protect ratepayers from construction and cost-overrun risk. Nuclear offers the promise of reliable, carbon-free generation, but long development timelines, financing challenges, and execution risk remain major questions. The episode then turns to the rapidly growing electricity demand created by AI and data centers. Benoy shares insights from a recent Young Professionals in Energy panel focused on how the industry can deliver reliable 24/7 power quickly enough to support data center growth. The conclusion: there is no single solution. Solar, battery storage, natural gas, fuel cells, microgrids, nuclear, transmission, and demand management will all likely play a role. The real competitive advantage may belong to companies that can navigate permitting, interconnection, financing, and infrastructure deployment faster than their competitors.   Host Bio: Benoy Thanjan Benoy Thanjan is the Founder and CEO of Rene Down down down down downu Energy, solar developer and consulting firm, and a strategic advisor to multiple cleantech startups. Over his career, Benoy has developed over 100 MWs of solar projects across the U.S., helped launch the first residential solar tax equity funds at Tesla, and brokered $45 million in Renewable Energy Credits (“REC”) transactions. Prior to founding Reneu Energy, Benoy was the Environmental Commodities Trader in Tesla's Project Finance Group, where he managed one of the largest environmental commodities portfolios. He originated REC trades and co-developed a monetization and hedging strategy with senior leadership to enter the East Coast market.  As Vice President at Vanguard Energy Partners, Benoy crafted project finance solutions for commercial-scale solar portfolios. His role at Ridgewood Renewable Power, a private equity fund with 125 MWs of U.S. renewable assets, involved evaluating investment opportunities and maximizing returns. He also played a key role in the sale of the firm's renewable portfolio. Earlier in his career, Benoy worked in Energy Structured Finance at Deloitte & Touche and Financial Advisory Services at Ernst & Young, following an internship on the trading floor at D.E. Shaw & Co., a multi billion dollar hedge fund. Benoy holds an MBA in Finance from Rutgers University and a BS in Finance and Economics from NYU Stern, where he was an Alumni Scholar. Connect with Benoy on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benoythanjan/ Learn more:  https://reneuenergy.com https://www.solarmaverickpodcast.com   Host Bio: David Magid David Magid is a seasoned renewable energy executive with deep expertise in solar development, financing, and operations. He has worked across the clean energy value chain, leading teams that deliver distributed generation and community solar projects. David is widely recognized for his strategic insights on interconnection, market economics, and policy trends shaping the U.S. solar industry. Connect with David on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidmagid/ If you have any questions or comments, you can email us at info@reneuenergy.com.   Please provide 5 star reviews      If you enjoyed this episode, please rate, review and share the Solar Maverick Podcast so more people can learn how to accelerate the clean energy transition.    Reneu Energy Reneu Energy provides expert consulting across solar and storage project development, financing, energy strategy, and environmental commodities. Our team helps clients originate, structure, and execute opportunities in community solar, C&I, utility-scale, and renewable energy credit markets. Email us at info@reneuenergy.com to learn more.    

Get inspired by Ted Bozarth, founder of the SetFire Foundation, as he shares his journey from IT whiz kid and supply chain veteran to retirement, where his passion turns towards helping the next generation of professionals. In this episode, Ted opens up about what led him to launch a mentorship organization for college students, the story behind the SetFire name, and why meaningful guidance can be life-changing for young adults navigating the leap into adulthood and business. Discover how the SetFire Foundation's personalized approach to mentoring helps students unlock their potential—with practical tools, real-world support, and an empowering network. Whether you're an experienced professional wondering if you have what it takes to be a mentor, or you're curious about giving back to the business community, Ted's insights on purpose-driven mentoring, finding your passion, and making every day count are sure to motivate.And if you're an IMA member, you already have a head start—IMA partners with the SetFire Foundation to connect members with students through their mentorship program. This episode is a great next step into getting involved. Plug in for a conversation that's equal parts candid, tactical, and uplifting—just what you need to fuel your own spark for growth and connection.

Christian men weren't meant to navigate work, leadership, temptation, and faith alone.In this episode of the Covenant Eyes Podcast, Rob Stoddard sits down with Matt Trayler of CBMC (Christian Business Men's Connection) to talk about what it looks like for men to live out their Christian faith in the workplace—and why discipleship, mentorship, and authentic community matter so much.Matt explains how CBMC helps Christian businessmen, young professionals, executives, and other leaders discover a purpose that goes beyond a paycheck or job title. He also shares the importance of “Paul and Timothy” relationships: godly men intentionally discipling other men through encouragement, vulnerability, accountability, and life-on-life relationships.You'll hear about:• How Christian men can live out their faith at work• Why identity shouldn't be tied to a paycheck or title• The importance of Christian mentorship and discipleship• Why successful leaders still need other men in their lives• How older Christian men can invest in the next generation• Practical resources for Christian businessmen and leaders• How one discipleship relationship helped transform a man—and ultimately helped restore his marriage• Why isolation can keep men trapped in struggles like pornographyMatt also shares resources available through CBMC, including Operation Timothy, Young Professionals groups, Trusted Advisor Forums, and opportunities to connect with other Christian men.Learn more about CBMC: https://www.cbmc.com/Covenant Eyes helps individuals and families live free from pornography through Screen Accountability. Learn more: https://cvnteyes.co/4gb6xmeIf this conversation encouraged you, share it with another man who needs to hear it, subscribe to the Covenant Eyes YouTube channel, and join us for more conversations about faith, relationships, integrity, and freedom from pornography.#ChristianMen #Discipleship #ChristianLeadershipSend us your feedback!Try Covenant Eyes for FREE today!Use Promo Code: FreePodcast © 2026 Covenant Eyes, All Rights Reserved

In this episode of The Heartland Multifamily Show, I sat down with Gary Agajanian, Isaiah Garman, Trot Carey, for a conversation about one of the challenges every growing business eventually faces: balancing experience with a new perspective. Years of experience teach you how to recognize patterns, avoid mistakes, and understand everything that has to happen behind the scenes to turn an idea into reality. But experience can also make it easy to rely on what has worked before, even when the market, technology, customers, and the way people communicate are changing. We get into where younger professionals can bring real value, why experienced business owners still need to adapt, how different generations approach marketing and client relationships, and why the best answer is rarely choosing one side over the other. We also talk about mentorship, earning trust, hiring for character and work ethic, bringing new ideas into an established business, and building a company that continues to grow beyond the person who started it. If you are building a business, investing in multifamily, mentoring the next generation, or learning from someone with more experience than you, this episode is about how both generations can bring something valuable to the table.   00:00  Who Knows More in Business: Experience or a Younger Perspective? 03:55  How Did Gary Agajanian Build His Business Career? 05:23  What Can Starting a Business at 16 Teach You? 09:06  How Can a Career Pivot Create New Business Opportunities? 09:43  How Did Wine Grape Brokering Become a Bigger Business? 10:51  Can Business Setbacks Lead to Bigger Opportunities? 13:21  How Much Does Experience Matter in Business? 14:36  What Do Experienced Business Owners Miss? 17:32  Can Leaders Lose Touch With Frontline Work? 20:06  How Has Technology Changed Manual Labor and Farming? 24:10  Why Do Multifamily Real Estate Transactions Take Longer Today? 27:18  Can Focusing on Operations Make You Lose Touch With Capital Raising? 28:28  How Do Business Owners Stay Connected to Clients as They Grow? 30:28  Why Do Experienced Business Owners Resist Change? 33:04  Why Is It Hard to Change a Business Model That Already Works? 35:46  Does the Source of Advice Affect How Seriously Leaders Take It? 36:02  Should Younger Employees Challenge Proven Business Systems? 38:04  How Should Experienced Leaders Evaluate New Business Ideas? 39:11  What Frustrates Younger Professionals About Experienced Mentors? 40:48  When Should Younger Teams Challenge a Mentor's Marketing Idea? 42:55  Can Modernizing Direct Mail Improve Response Rates? 44:25  Can Younger Employees Improve a Marketing Strategy? 45:10  How Can Frontline Employees Spot Market Trends Earlier? 46:10  How Are Younger Investors Changing Multifamily Real Estate? 47:32  How Do You Combine Experience With a Younger Perspective? 47:53  How Should Different Generations Communicate With Clients? 49:08  Why Does Marketing Work Differently Across Generations? 50:38  What Should Business Owners Know About Working With Younger People? 51:28  Why Must Business Owners Keep Adapting to Stay Competitive? 52:16  Why Should Growing Companies Recruit Talent and Capital? 53:35  Should You Hire for Character and Work Ethic Over Skills? 54:21  When Should a Growing Business Bring In Partners? 54:42  How Do You Build a Business That Can Run Without You? 57:20  Why Does Mentorship Matter for Young Professionals? 58:01  How Can Young Employees Earn More Trust and Responsibility? 58:53  Why Do Different Generations Work Better Together?

Cara’s viral video questioning a R72 bill for three soft drinks opened up a much bigger debate about the cost of going out in Cape Town. While Cara said the price felt steep, she also acknowledged that restaurants have significant overheads and that there is nuance to the debate. So what happens when more customers choose soft drinks, mocktails and other non-alcoholic options instead of alcohol? Dylan Da Silva, Head of Food & Beverage at Neighbourgood and Nice, joins Lester Kiewit to explain the economics behind drinks pricing and whether the growing number of non-alcoholic drinkers is changing the way bars and restaurants price and sell beverages. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake-up call. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is informative, enlightening and accessible. The team’s ability to spot & share relevant and unusual stories make the programme inclusive and thought-provoking. Don’t miss the popular World View feature at 7:45am daily. Listen out for #LesterInYourLounge which is an outside broadcast – from the home of a listener in a different part of Cape Town - on the first Wednesday of every month. This show introduces you to interesting Capetonians as well as their favourite communities, habits, local personalities and neighbourhood news. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit. Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays between 06:00 and 09:00 (SA Time) to Good Morning CapeTalk with Lester Kiewit broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/xGkqLbT or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/f9Eeb7i Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hans Neubert zählt zu den führenden Experten für digitale Medien in Deutschland. Als Consulting Director bei charles & charlotte sowie Co-Gründer und Vorstandsvorsitzender der Bundesgesellschaft für Digitale Medien entwickelt er Strategien, mit denen Unternehmen Social Media gezielt als Wachstumstreiber einsetzen. Dabei begleitet er Organisationen bei der Transformation von Kommunikation, Media und Geschäftsmodellen. Neben seiner Beratungstätigkeit analysiert der studierte Wirtschaftspsychologe als Autor, Podcast-Host und Kolumnist aktuelle Entwicklungen der Digitalwirtschaft. Für seine Arbeit wurde Hans Neubert mehrfach ausgezeichnet, unter anderem als „Marketing Talent 2024“ der Absatzwirtschaft, in den „30 unter 30“ des PR Reports sowie als „Young Professional of the Year 2025“ im Rahmen der Campaign Agency of the Year Awards.

I det här avsnittet gästas vi av Anna Gulliksen, med lång erfarenhet av att bygga globala rekryterings- och employer branding-funktioner. Vi pratar om hur du skalar rekrytering, vad som avgör vilka kandidater som faktiskt lyckas och varför många bolag fastnar i att bara rekrytera seniora. Vi kommer också in på AI:s påverkan på juniora roller och den stora frågan: hur bygger vi framtidens kompetens om ingen får börja? Ett avsnitt för dig som jobbar med rekrytering, ledarskap och kompetensförsörjning. Tidsstämplar:  00:34 Anna gästar och ämnet 02:02 Lämnar Tieto och nästa steg 05:46 Marknadsläge och AI 09:24 Rekryteringens stora skiften 13:29 Tester och rättvisa urval 19:11 Graduateprocess och gamification 23:42 Speedintervjuer i massvolym 26:40 Kandidatnöjdhet och varumärke 29:33 Egenskaper som lyckas 35:17 Grads kontra Young Professionals 44:09 Global TA och lokala marknader 52:16 Global process på plats 58:18 Varför SmartRecruiters 01:02:02 Central EB och karriärsida 01:06:53 Konjunktur och seniorfokus 01:10:01 AI och juniora roller Är ditt företag i behov av IT-rekrytering, eller Executive Search eller vill du tipsa om en gäst? Hör av dig till cj@ants.se eller läs mer om hur vi arbetar på ants.se   Prenumerera på vårt nyhetsbrev.

Im Herbst ihrer Karriere sehen sich erfahrene Manager auf dem Arbeitsmarkt oft mit falschen Voruteilen konfrontiert. Dabei geht es u.a. um Eigenschaften wie Drive, Lernfähigkeit und Flexibilität - also jene Qualitäten, die ihnen häufig nur noch eingeschränkt zugeschrieben werden. Ein inspirierendes Testimonial für die Antithese ist der heutige Gast: Ralf-Peter Frohn-Lux wurde mit 62 der älteste Boxweltmeister. Ralf-Peter ist ehemalige Führungskraft im Vertrieb und seit 25 Jahren selbst Unternehmer. Parallel hat er sich einem High-Performance-Sport gewidmet und stellt ergo ein repräsentatives Beispiel für Performance dar, zumal er mit dem Boxsport erst sehr spät gestartet hat. Hören Sie gerne mal rein und lassen Sie sich von einem lockeren Gespräch inspirieren!   Shownotes:   Ich freue mich auf Ihre Kontaktaufnahme! Für Unternehmen: Treten Sie gerne unverbindlich für Rekrutierungs-Anfragen (Headhunting-Dienstleistung) oder bei Interesse an Management-Diagnostik in Kontakt:  dominik.roth@mercuriurval.com   Für Führungskräfte: Sie sind auf Jobsuche / in der Neuorientierung: Haben Sie Interesse an mehr Infos zu der 1:1 Anleitung, um im verdeckten Arbeitsmarkt direkt mit Unternehmensentscheidern ins Gespräch zu kommen & zu überzeugen? Klicken Sie gerne hier: https://www.smartsoftskills.de/bewerbungscoaching/executives oder schreiben Sie mir gerne eine E-Mail: dominik.roth@smartsoftskills.de.   Kostenfreie Video-Fallstudie für Sie als Führungskraft auf Jobsuche / in der Neuorientierung: https://www.smartsoftskills.de/executives-fallstudie   Sie möchten Aufsichtsrat oder Beirat werden? Klicken Sie gerne hier: http://www.smartsoftskills.de/bewerbungscoaching/board (Executives only) --------   Exklusiv für Hochschulabsolventen/-Innen und Young Professionals mit erster Berufserfahrung! 1:1 Anleitung für die perfekte Bewerbung: http://www.smartsoftskills.de/bewerbungscoaching/academic-career-hacks-uebersicht   --------- Bei Fragen zu obigen Angeboten können Sie mich gerne auch über LinkedIn kontaktieren. --------   5️⃣⭐Haben Sie den CEO Career Code schon bewertet? Eine Top-Bewertung motiviert mich, weitere Inhalte zu produzieren. Es dauert nur ein paar Sekunden! Apple-Podcast: Gerne mit 5⭐bewerten und eine Rezension schreiben Spotify: Gerne mit 5⭐bewerten   Lassen Sie mich Sie in Ihrer Karriere begleiten! Abonnieren Sie den Podcast, um keine Folge zu verpassen auf Apple-Podcast und Spotify (gerne auf „Folgen" klicken).            

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At the NIC Spring Conference in Nashville, Josh and Lucas sit down with two emerging leaders preparing to enter the senior living industry. Listen as these students share their paths into senior living and why they believe the industry offers tremendous opportunities for growth and impact. The conversation explores how young professionals are discovering senior housing, the importance of mentorship, lessons learned from networking at NIC, and innovative care models from around the world. The guests discuss demographic trends, the growing demand for senior living solutions, and the need to attract more students and young professionals into aging services careers.Key TopicsHow students discover careers in senior livingThe value of NIC's Young Professionals and Scholars programsReal estate opportunities within senior housingHealthcare administration and long-term care leadershipThe role of mentorship in career developmentDemographic trends driving industry growthInnovative memory care village models from EuropeBuilding professional networks early in a careerThe importance of industry awareness among studentsCreating meaningful impact through aging servicesMeet the Hosts:Josh Crisp: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshcrispsocial/Lucas McCurdy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lucasmccurdyseniorlivingfan/Connect with Our GuestsMichael Pittenger: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-pittenger-b4a645321/Michael Giovacco: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-giovacco-75915527a/Produced by Grit and Gravel Marketing.Become a sponsor of Bridge the Gap.

Young Professional Advisory Council's Chris Pellegrino discusses working remotely as an actuary with Chris Olechowski, Partner at Actuarial Resources Corporation. Listen in to hear about the evolution of remote work in the actuarial field through from the perspective of an actuary in leadership.

Recorded at the ACORE Finance Forum, Benoy Thanjan speaks with James Gutman of S&P Global about the findings from S&P Global's latest report created for ACORE on the state of renewable energy finance and investment in the United States. James discusses the continued flow of capital into solar, battery storage, and other energy infrastructure, while examining the transmission, permitting, and market challenges that could constrain future growth. The conversation also explores James's work with Young Professionals in Energy New York City and the importance of mentorship, networking, and developing the next generation of energy leaders.   Biographies Benoy Thanjan Benoy Thanjan is the Founder and CEO of Reneu Energy, a solar development and consulting firm, and the host of the Solar Maverick Podcast. He also serves as a strategic advisor to multiple cleantech startups. Over his career, Benoy has developed more than 100 MW of solar projects across the United States, advised on more than 1 GW of energy projects worldwide, helped launch some of the first residential solar tax equity funds at Tesla, and brokered approximately $50 million in renewable energy credit transactions. Before founding Reneu Energy, Benoy worked in Tesla's Project Finance Group as an environmental commodities trader, where he managed one of the company's largest environmental commodities portfolios. He originated renewable energy credit transactions and worked with senior leadership to develop monetization and hedging strategies supporting the company's expansion into East Coast markets. Benoy also served as Vice President at Vanguard Energy Partners, a solar and energy storage construction company, where he developed project finance solutions for commercial-scale solar portfolios. At Ridgewood Renewable Power, a private equity fund with approximately 125 MW of U.S. renewable energy assets, he evaluated investment opportunities, supported portfolio strategy, and played a key role in the sale of the firm's renewable energy portfolio. Earlier in his career, Benoy worked in Energy Structured Finance at Deloitte & Touche and in Financial Advisory Services at Ernst & Young. He also completed an internship on the trading floor at D. E. Shaw & Co., a global investment and technology development firm. Benoy holds an MBA in Finance from Rutgers University and a Bachelor of Science in Finance and Economics from the NYU Stern School of Business, where he was an Alumni Scholar.   Guest Information James Gutman Senior principal analyst at S&P Global focused on providing energy finance analysis and advisory services to financial and capital market clients. Previously a deal advisory senior associate with five and a half years experience in public accounting. He has a distinctive background: started his career advising entrepreneurs on building up successful businesses, scaling up full cycles accounting processes with growth strategies and tax planning. Moved into full time audit and then deal advisory at a Big 4 firm in New York City to assist asset managers and private equity in mergers and acquisitions with a specialization in renewables and infrastructure.   Stay Connected: Benoy Thanjan Email: info@reneuenergy.com  LinkedIn: Benoy Thanjan Website: https://www.reneuenergy.com Website: https://www.solarmaverickpodcast.com/   James Gutman Report: https://acore.org/resources/clean-energy-investment-trends-sp-global-energy-report-produced-for-acore/   Email: james.gutman@spglobal.com   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-gutman/   Young Professional in Energy NYC:  https://www.ypenyc.org/ Sponsor This episode of the Solar Maverick Podcast is brought to you by Reneu Energy. Reneu Energy works with companies and organizations on renewable energy strategy, project development, owner's representation, project finance, renewable energy credits, and market advisory services. To learn more, visit: https://www.reneuenergy.com Listen and Subscribe Subscribe to the Solar Maverick Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or your favorite podcast platform. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a rating and review. It helps more people discover conversations with the leaders shaping the future of solar, storage, and the energy transition.

Send us Fan MailOn Episode 98 of The Plant Movement Podcast, Willie Rodriguez sits down with Reilly Brooks, Technical Sales Representative at BioSafe Systems, FNGLA's Young Professional of the Year, and incoming President of the FNGLA Action Chapter. Together, they dive into the future of horticulture, the power of automation, and the practical solutions helping growers produce cleaner, healthier plants while reducing labor and operating costs.Reilly shares her journey from growing up in rural Central Florida and participating in 4-H to earning a Master's in Agribusiness from the University of Florida and building a career focused on serving the green industry. She discusses her experience at AgriStarts, explains the science behind tissue culture propagation, and how those early lessons shaped her passion for helping growers solve real-world challenges.The conversation takes an in-depth look at BioSafe Systems, the company's innovative chemistry, and how products like Sanidate 12, GreenClean Pro, and Xeritol are helping nurseries combat algae, bacteria, fungi, and disease without creating resistance. Willie also shares A's Ornamental Nursery's firsthand experience implementing a BioSafe injection system that automates sanitation through irrigation, reducing labor, improving plant quality, and keeping irrigation systems cleaner than ever before.Beyond products, this episode tackles some of the biggest issues facing the nursery industry today, including rising production costs, labor shortages, stagnant plant pricing, automation, and the importance of adopting new technologies to remain competitive. Reilly explains why technical support and education are just as important as the products themselves and why building relationships with growers is at the center of everything BioSafe does.The discussion also explores the critical work being done through the Florida Nursery, Growers and Landscape Association (FNGLA), including the Emerging Leaders Program, industry advocacy, leadership development, and the importance of engaging local legislators to protect Florida agriculture as development continues to expand.Whether you're a nursery owner, grower, landscaper, supplier, or simply passionate about the future of agriculture, this episode delivers practical insights on improving operations, embracing innovation, and preparing the next generation of industry leaders.In this episode, you'll learn about:Reilly Brooks' journey from AgriStarts to BioSafe SystemsHow tissue culture is changing plant productionThe science behind BioSafe's disease and algae control solutionsAutomating irrigation sanitation with Sanidate 12Reducing labor while improving plant qualityThe future of nursery automation and technologyFNGLA leadership, advocacy, and the Emerging Leaders ProgramWhy collaboration and education are essential for the future of the green industryListen now on all major podcast platforms.#ThePlantMovementPodcast #BioSafeSystems #ReillyBrooks #FNGLA #GreenIndustryStrongSupport the show

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Sunlit Surprises: A Cat Video Saves the Day Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2026-07-19-22-34-01-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 炎热的夏天，阳光透过现代化办公室的玻璃墙，照亮了每个角落。En: In the scorching summer, sunlight streamed through the modern office's glass walls, illuminating every corner.Zh: 办公室里一片繁忙，员工们坐在格子间中，专注地盯着电脑屏幕。En: The office was bustling with activity, employees sitting in cubicles, intently focused on their computer screens.Zh: 公司正在准备一个全体员工的在线会议，气氛既紧张又热烈。En: The company was preparing for an online meeting with all staff, and the atmosphere was both tense and lively.Zh: 伊琳，一个年轻充满活力的初级分析师，正在桌前仔细检查她的项目报告。En: Yilin, a young and dynamic junior analyst, was carefully reviewing her project report at her desk.Zh: 这是她的第一次大规模演讲，她希望能给团队领导建宇留下深刻印象。En: This was her first major presentation, and she hoped to make a lasting impression on the team leader, Jianyu.Zh: 建宇以出色的领导能力而闻名，但他对技术并不那么在行。En: Jianyu was renowned for his excellent leadership skills, but he wasn't so savvy with technology.Zh: 美玲是公司的人力资源经理，以她严谨的行为准则著称，但少有人知，她其实很喜欢搞恶作剧。En: Meiling was the company's HR manager, known for her rigorous code of conduct, but few knew she actually had a penchant for pranks.Zh: 会议开始时，一切都很顺利。En: When the meeting began, everything went smoothly.Zh: 伊琳心中有些紧张，但她相信自己准备充分。En: Yilin felt a bit nervous but believed she was well-prepared.Zh: 然而，会议进入到伊琳展示环节时，却有了意外。En: However, when it was Yilin's turn to present, an unexpected event occurred.Zh: 建宇准备好共享屏幕，但不小心点错了文件。En: Jianyu was about to share the screen but accidentally clicked on the wrong file.Zh: 他的电脑屏幕上突然播放起一段滑稽的猫咪视频，逗得同事们哄堂大笑。En: His computer screen suddenly started playing a funny cat video, causing the colleagues to burst into laughter.Zh: 伊琳见状，脸上红了一片，但很快她镇定下来，决定顺势而为。En: Seeing this, Yilin blushed, but she quickly composed herself and decided to go with the flow.Zh: 在大家笑声中，她灵机一动，用视频中的猫米形象比喻她的项目：“就像这只猫咪遇到挑战时跳跃翻腾，我的项目也设计了多个解决方案。En: Amid the laughter, she had a quick-witted idea, using the cat's antics from the video as a metaphor for her project: "Just like this cat leaps and bounds when facing challenges, my project also has multiple solutions designed."Zh: ”她边说边用幽默的方式，巧妙地将猫咪视频融入她的项目说明中。En: As she spoke, she humorously incorporated the cat video into her project explanation.Zh: 会议室里充满了欢声笑语，伊琳的创造性展示赢得了同事们的掌声。En: The meeting room was filled with laughter and applause for Yilin's creative presentation.Zh: 会议结束时，大家的心情都很轻松愉悦。En: By the end of the meeting, everyone was in a cheerful mood.Zh: 建宇表示对伊琳的随机应变能力赞赏有加，她成功地在团队中留下了良好的印象。En: Jianyu expressed admiration for Yilin's ability to adapt on the spot, leaving a positive impression on the team.Zh: 会后，美玲悄悄地对伊琳承认，这次技术故障其实是她的小小恶作剧。En: After the meeting, Meiling secretly admitted to Yilin that the technical glitch was actually one of her little pranks.Zh: 在这个意外中，伊琳学会了更灵活应对突发情况，她明白，保持真实和从容不迫的重要性不亚于充分准备。En: Through this unexpected incident, Yilin learned to handle sudden situations more flexibly, understanding that maintaining authenticity and composure is just as important as thorough preparation.Zh: 伊琳走出办公室，夏日的阳光令她心情愉快，今天的经历让她更有信心迎接未来的挑战。En: As Yilin stepped out of the office, the summer sun lifted her spirits, and today's experience gave her more confidence to face future challenges. Vocabulary Words:scorching: 炎热illuminating: 照亮bustling: 繁忙cubicles: 格子间tense: 紧张dynamic: 充满活力rigorous: 严谨penchant: 喜欢pranks: 恶作剧smoothly: 顺利nervous: 紧张unexpected: 意外glitch: 故障burst: 哄堂quick-witted: 灵机一动antics: 滑稽metaphor: 比喻humorously: 幽默地applause: 掌声admiration: 赞赏authenticity: 真实composure: 从容不迫spirits: 心情confidence: 信心challenges: 挑战reviewing: 检查presentation: 演讲impression: 印象leadership: 领导能力adapt: 顺势

In this episode of Rising Voices of Fundraising: The AFP Emerging Leaders Podcast, AFP president & CEO Art Taylor and Outstanding Young Professional awardee Tatumn Zale, CFRE, join our hosts for an honest conversation about artificial intelligence and what it means to lead with intention in an AI-driven world. From how they're each using AI in their daily work to the harder questions about donor trust, agentic AI, and accountability for AI outputs, Art and Tatumn explore where senior and emerging leaders agree, where they diverge, and what it looks like to use AI with both ambition and integrity. Guest: Art Taylor: H. Art Taylor is president and chief executive officer of the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP), representing individuals and organizations that raise more than $100 billion in charitable contributions every year around the world for countless causes. Prior to accepting the president & CEO role for the Association of Fundraising Professionals, Mr. Taylor served for 23 years as president and chief executive officer of the BBB Wise Giving Alliance. In this role, he oversaw all aspects of the organization's work, including setting standards for soliciting organizations, evaluating charities in relation to these standards, and publishing the Wise Giving Guide. He also supported local Better Business Bureau charity review programs, promoted charity accountability, provided resources on informed giving to various donors and government entities, hosted a weekly podcast, fostered collaboration among charitable organizations, developed giving tools, and assisted charities in improving operations, governance, and leadership. Before joining the BBB Wise Giving Alliance, Mr. Taylor headed the Opportunities Industrialization Centers of America, Inc. (OICA) from 1990 to 1999. He currently serves on the boards of Franklin & Marshall College, Convergence Policy, American Non-Profits, National Assembly Business Services, Elevate 215, Certified Fund Raising Executives, Creating Healthier Communities, Board Source, and Institute For the Future. He is a graduate of Franklin and Marshall College and received an honorary Dr. of Laws from his alma mater in 2002. He earned a JD from Temple University James E. Beasley School of Law and was admitted to the Pennsylvania Bar in 1989.   Tatumn Zale, CFRE is a nonprofit fundraising strategist with a passion for building donor relationships that last. As Assistant Director of Development at AllThrive 365, she leads the organization's fundraising strategy with a focus on corporate, government, foundation, and individual philanthropy. Beyond her day-to-day work, Tatumn serves as a Board Member for the Association of Fundraising Professionals Greater Phoenix Chapter, where she has held roles as National Philanthropy Day Chair, Sponsorships Chair, and currently as the Arizona State Conference Chair. Her contributions to the sector have earned her recognition as the 2026 AFP National Emerging Leader, the 2023 AFP Greater Phoenix Emerging Fundraiser of the Year, and the 2023 YNPN Phoenix LINK Pitch Competition Champion. She holds National Association of Insurance Commissioners licenses in Life, Health, Property & Casualty Insurance. Tatumn co-founded Kindling Impact Consulting out of a belief that small and mid-sized nonprofits deserve access to the same caliber of fundraising and communications expertise as larger organizations , without the price tag to match.   Hosts:  Jarrod Williams, MBLI, CFRE, is a courageous, strategic, and results-oriented fundraising leader with over a decade of experience driving revenue growth, donor engagement, and organizational visibility. He is committed to building cultures of philanthropy within mission-driven organizations and brings a proven track record across major gifts, annual giving, corporate sponsorships, event strategy, and data-informed decision-making within both arts and social justice and organizations. He serves as a Client Experience Leader for Veritus Group, where he educates and coaches fundraisers across the country on innovative mid-level and major gift strategies. In this role, he partners with organizations nationwide to strengthen donor pipelines, elevate fundraising performance, and build sustainable revenue models. Jarrod has been recognized for his leadership and influence and remains actively engaged in advancing the fundraising profession. He serves on the AFP Global Emerging Leaders Committee and the AFP LEAD Education Committee, supporting the development of the next generation of fundraising professionals. In 2020, he was named a Top 30 Under 30 Young Professional by 101.1 The Wiz in Cincinnati. He is also a graduate of the Urban Leaders Institute through the Urban League of Greater Southwestern Ohio, where he earned the Best-in-Class Award for Best Connector—recognizing his ability to build meaningful relationships and mobilize others around a shared vision. He is a proud Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE) and a graduate of the AFP Global Faculty Training Academy. Jarrod holds a bachelor's degree in Mass Communications from Wright State University and a master's degree in Business Leadership and Innovation from Northern Kentucky University. Dr. Allison Quintanilla Plattsmier, CFRE, ACNP, GPC, CAP, Founder & CEO, AQP Consulting & Executive Director, ENP: Dr. Allison Quintanilla Plattsmier has fourteen years of experience in the nonprofit sector and has collectively raised approximately $5 million for over 75 organizations. She serves as Executive Director of ENP and runs her own nonprofit consulting firm, AQP Consulting, where she helps grassroots nonprofits with fundraising strategy, strategic planning, board development, and grant writing.  Allison is a vocal advocate for gender parity, closing the wage gap, and ending the motherhood penalty. With accolades such as AFP's Outstanding Young Fundraising Professional, NBJ's 40 Under 40, NBJ's Women of Influence, a National Latino Leader, and the Women Who Rock Nashville Social Justice Award, Dr. Quintanilla Plattsmier strives to serve and better her community every day. A dedicated AFP member for the last seven years, Allison currently chairs the Women's Impact Initiative (WII) Mentorship Program and serves on the LEAD Education Advisory Committee. When she is not out serving her community, she is spending time with her three kids, Quintan, Karina, and Kamren.

From his early discovery of Dr. Robert Cialdini's work 26 years ago, Patrick has dedicated his career to teaching the science of influence that actually works. As a certified trainer, coach, and author of How to Hear Yes More Often, he equips professionals and young adults with tools for clearer, more impactful communication. The core takeaway? Most decisions (90-95%) happen via our fast, intuitive System 1 brain. Learning Cialdini's principles lets you give people the mental shortcuts they need to say yes quickly and confidently—whether in job interviews, sales, negotiations, or everyday life. In an AI-driven world where interpersonal skills rank as a top-3 priority, starting early can dramatically alter your career trajectory and avoid years of wasted effort. Guest Links: Website: ethicalpersuasion.com.au Podcast: Ethical Persuasion Unlocked Book: How to Hear Yes More Often Edit your podcasts like a pro:https://get.descript.com/mrzy10nwivuq Join me as a guest or start your podcast journey:https://www.joinpodmatch.com/nickkuhne *Timestamps: 00:00 – Introduction to ethical persuasion with Patrick van der Burght 00:59 – Patrick's “aha” moment with Cialdini's work 01:35 – Persuasion in everyday life and why it's a learnable skill 02:50 – Why young adults and students should master persuasion early 06:07 – The problem with calling it a “soft skill” 07:48 – How the brain makes decisions (System 1 vs System 2) 12:10 – Persuasion across the customer journey and relationship stages 13:47 – Building relationships, reducing uncertainty, and creating motivation 17:07 – When to accept “no” and knowing it's not manipulation 20:08 – Improving your odds with science-backed techniques 21:07 – Resources: podcast, book, free downloads, and training 22:43 – Why persuasion remains timeless in an overloaded world 24:17 – Final thoughts and call to action Connect with me on:All my linksBecome a guestSign up for RiversideGet Descript #DigitalMarketing #Branding #PersonalBranding #MarketingInsights #SocialMediaStrategy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aubrey Masango speaks to Litha Sipunzi and Thapelo Phiri from South African regional branch of the Young Professionals. They unpack how YPARD is connecting young professionals to agro-processing, innovation, and policy work, and why the focus is on planning ahead rather than waiting for a crisis. Tags: 702, Aubrey Masango show, Aubrey Masango, Bra Aubrey, Entrepreneurship Feature, Litha Sipunzi, Thapelo Phiri, YPARD SA, South African regional branch of the Young Professionals in Agricultural Development, Agriculture, Agricultural skills The Aubrey Masango Show is presented by late night radio broadcaster Aubrey Masango. Aubrey hosts in-depth interviews on controversial political issues and chats to experts offering life advice and guidance in areas of psychology, personal finance and more. All Aubrey’s interviews are podcasted for you to catch-up and listen. Thank you for listening to this podcast from The Aubrey Masango Show. Listen live on weekdays between 20:00 and 24:00 (SA Time) to The Aubrey Masango Show broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj and on CapeTalk between 20:00 and 21:00 (SA Time) https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk Find out more about the show here https://buff.ly/lzyKCv0 and get all the catch-up podcasts https://buff.ly/rT6znsn Subscribe to the 702 and CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfet Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Most companies recruit interns to take work off someone's plate. Your Health does the opposite — and it's why several of its current executives, including a Chief Information Officer, first walked in the door as interns. In this episode, Jamie sits down with Heather Bower, Director of Experiential Learning, who has taken the reins of Your Health's internship, mentorship, preceptorship, and apprenticeship programs. Heather shares how a long-standing program is being rebuilt with structure, data, and intention — organized into semester cohorts, anchored by a four-day all-company orientation, and designed so every intern owns a project with genuine stakes. In this conversation, you'll hear: Why "get interns because they're cheap" is exactly the wrong spirit — and what replaces it How one MBA intern's shadowing experience redirected him toward nursing school The "spreadsheet whisperer" intern who taught regional leadership to pull data faster What surprises interns most once they're inside healthcare: the human complexity How Your Health uses feedback loops to move interns toward roles where they'll actually shine If you're early in your career and unsure where you fit, this episode is a map to possibilities you may not know exist. Press play and rethink what an internship can really be. www.YourHealth.Org

AI is changing every industry—and insurance is no exception. In this episode, we discuss how artificial intelligence could reshape actuarial work, risk management, and the future of the insurance industry, while also exploring how AI is affecting our personal lives and everyday decision-making.

Host Derrick welcomes Dr. Danton Dye and Lauren McLendon to explain HYPE (Hernando Young Professionals and Entrepreneurs) and its relationship to the Hernando Main Street Chamber of Commerce. They describe HYPE's purpose of connecting young professionals and entrepreneurs with mentors, building a cycle of giving back, and strengthening the community. The guests outline HYPE's origins, current structure, and board roles, and discuss using the “Working Genius” WIDGET framework to place people in the right seats for idea-to-execution work. They recap recent and upcoming outreach through events like Sunset on the Square and the Hernando Fourth of July celebration, highlight Sharpening the Saw programming (personal branding and wealth management sessions), and preview a collaboration with The Real Hernando to feature young professionals' stories in a podcast interview format.Sponsored in part by Electrical Repair and InstallationThe Real Hernando is on YouTube, Apple, Spotify, Facebook, Instagram and TikTokProduced by Derrick Michaud and SRP Studios Podcasting

Wie schließt man Wissenslücken im Controlling – effizient, praxisnah und ohne den Arbeitsalltag zu unterbrechen? Welche Rolle können GenAI-Coaches dabei spielen, und wo endet ihr Beitrag? Und was bedeutet es, wenn Fachurteil und kritische Einordnung unverzichtbar bleiben – auch im Zeitalter der KI?

Vier Gespräche, ein gemeinsamer Gedanke: Vertrauen ist die eigentliche Infrastruktur — in Daten, in Systeme, in Organisationen. Und es entsteht nicht von selbst. In dieser Episode ziehe ich meine persönlichen Learnings aus vier aktuellen Interviews des Performance Manager Podcasts: Lisa Burger, Loacker — Wie Data Governance gelingt: nicht mit Frameworks, sondern mit klarer Ownership und dem Mut, klein und wirkungsvoll zu starten. Jörg Kohlenz, Vorwerk — Warum IT-Transformation zuerst eine Führungsaufgabe ist — und wie man eine Trutzburg in einen vertrauenswürdigen Partner verwandelt. Prof. Dr. Burkhard Pedell, Universität Stuttgart — Was Echtzeitsteuerung wirklich bedeutet: kein schnelleres Reporting, sondern ein fundamentaler Umbau von Steuerungslogik, Organisation und Kultur. Prof. Dr. Matthias Mahlendorf, Frankfurt School of Finance and Management — Warum AI-Agenten im Controlling ein Management Control Framework brauchen — und keine naive Delegation.

In this episode of Rising Voices of Fundraising: The AFP Emerging Leaders Podcast, we sit down with Jonathan Meagher-Zayas, MSW, MPA, CFRE, nonprofit strategist, IDEA consultant, and AFP Global board member, to explore what it really means to lead change from any role. Jonathan shares how emerging leaders can prepare themselves for change, bring others along with them, and stay grounded when progress feels uncertain. In recognition of Pride Month, the conversation also dives into LGBTQ+ philanthropy and leadership, and what the fundraising sector still needs to do to create genuine belonging and inclusion for LGBTQ+ professionals and donors. Guest: Jonathan Meagher-Zayas, MSW, MPA, CFRE (he/him/él) is a Nonprofit Educator and Accountability Architect who educates professionals on equitable strategies and systems to make change stick! He is Queer Latinx Millennial nonprofit strategist dedicated to addressing equity issues, building capacity, engaging the community, motivating impact leaders, and getting stuff done. He wears many professional hats, including Nonprofit Capacity Building & Community Engagement Strategist, Adjunct Social Work Professor, Diversity Equity & Inclusion Consultant, Leadership Development Trainer, Award-Winning Fundraiser/Resource Mobilizer, Social Sector Coach, Learning and Social Contexts Doctoral Candidate, and Social Justice Champion. He is the Founder & Chief Strategist of Equity Warrior Strategies, LLC, a consulting company that accomplishes social equity, leadership development, and capacity-building goals through coaching, learning, facilitation, and strategic planning. He intentionally partners with Black, Indigenous, and People of Color and LGBTQ+ leaders, nonprofit professionals, and board members all over the country to fuel movements that work towards social justice, equity, and human rights. With 15+ years of nonprofit professional experience, Jonathan has experience in fundraising, communications, volunteer management, program management, leadership development, board governance, community engagement, public affairs, inclusion, diversity, equity, and access work. As an award-winning fundraiser and resource mobilizer, he has raised over $14 million through major gifts, corporate relations, events, foundation philanthropy, government grants, and annual giving initiatives. He is an advanced community engagement and communications strategist with experience leading projects and teams implementing social media, digital communications, community outreach, advocacy, donor stewardship, recruitment, public relations, and marketing campaigns for various nonprofit organizations. He has extensive experience managing leadership development programs and advancing diversity, inclusion, and equity initiatives.  He is a global trainer and has provided training for hundreds of nonprofit leaders online, at in-person conferences, and through customized workshops. Jonathan is proud to be an AFP Global Board member, and began his service as the youngest board member and only board member to be in the Young Professionals Membership Category. He chaired the Emerging Leaders Committee, served on the Governance Ecosystem Task Force, and served twice on the Membership Dues Task Force. As the only Certified Diversity Professional on the board, he is often sought out for strategy on how to advance IDEA for AFP.  In 2024, he launched a board belonging initiative with the board chair to improve our culture of belonging on the board, tackle oppressive characteristics, and create more equitable governance systems. He formerly served on AFP Global's Governance and IDEA Committees. He has been an active volunteer with the AFP since 2012, when he started as a Communications Intern for the AFP, NY Genesee Valley Chapter. He moved to Albany and became involved with the AFP, NY Hudson-Mohawk Chapter. He served in many leadership roles across programming, communications, and membership, including Chapter President & IDEA Chair from 2019-2020. After moving back to Rochester in 2021, he reengaged with the Genesee Valley Chapter and is now serving on the chapter's board and helping bring together all Upstate New York AFP Chapters for community and collaboration. He has helped launch 6 Identity-Based Affinity Groups and has maintained partnerships with organizations that support Fundraisers of Color. He has also been a member of the AFP New York City Chapter, the AFP Minnesota Chapter, and the AFP Massachusetts Chapter. In 2018, Jonathan was honored by his local chapter with the Outstanding Young Professional Fundraiser award. The following year, he was named one of AFP Global's Outstanding Young Professionals at AFP ICON in San Antonio. Jonathan embraces a growth mindset and has completed advanced education. He earned his Master of Social Work degree with a MACRO Concentration and his Master of Public Administration degree with concentrations in nonprofit management at the University at Albany, SUNY. He earned his bachelor's degree in religion, Linguistics, and Gender Studies from the University of Rochester. He holds two professional certifications: Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE) credential and Certified Diversity Professional (CDP). He currently is pursuing a Doctor of Education (EdD) in Learning and Social Contexts at the University at Buffalo, SUNY. He currently resides in Rochester, NY with his husband, dog, and two cats (all tuxedo animals). He loves spending quality time with his friends and family, traveling and taking adventures, volunteering, cooking, and listening to music and audiobooks. Hosts:  Jarrod Williams, MBLI, CFRE, is a courageous, strategic, and results-oriented fundraising leader with over a decade of experience driving revenue growth, donor engagement, and organizational visibility. He is committed to building cultures of philanthropy within mission-driven organizations and brings a proven track record across major gifts, annual giving, corporate sponsorships, event strategy, and data-informed decision-making within both social justice and arts organizations. He serves as a Client Experience Leader for Veritus Group, where he educates and coaches fundraisers across the country on innovative mid-level and major gift strategies. In this role, he partners with organizations nationwide to strengthen donor pipelines, elevate fundraising performance, and build sustainable revenue models. Jarrod has been recognized for his leadership and influence and remains actively engaged in advancing the fundraising profession. He serves on the AFP Global Emerging Leaders Committee and the AFP LEAD Education Committee, supporting the development of the next generation of fundraising professionals. In 2020, he was named a Top 30 Under 30 Young Professional by 101.1 The Wiz in Cincinnati. He is also a graduate of the Urban Leaders Institute through the Urban League of Greater Southwestern Ohio, where he earned the Best-in-Class Award for Best Connector—recognizing his ability to build meaningful relationships and mobilize others around a shared vision. He is a proud Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE) and a graduate of the AFP Global Faculty Training Academy. Dr. Allison Quintanilla Plattsmier, CFRE, ACNP, GPC, CAP, Founder & CEO, AQP Consulting & Executive Director, ENP: Dr. Allison Quintanilla Plattsmier has fourteen years of experience in the nonprofit sector and has collectively raised approximately $5 million for over 75 organizations. She serves as Executive Director of ENP and runs her own nonprofit consulting firm, AQP Consulting, where she helps grassroots nonprofits with fundraising strategy, strategic planning, board development, and grant writing.  Allison is a vocal advocate for gender parity, closing the wage gap, and ending the motherhood penalty. With accolades such as AFP's Outstanding Young Fundraising Professional, NBJ's 40 Under 40, NBJ's Women of Influence, a National Latino Leader, and the Women Who Rock Nashville Social Justice Award, Dr. Quintanilla Plattsmier strives to serve and better her community every day. A dedicated AFP member for the last seven years, Allison currently chairs the Women's Impact Initiative (WII) Mentorship Program and serves on the LEAD Education Advisory Committee. When she is not out serving her community, she is spending time with her three kids, Quintan, Karina, and Kamren.

Regelmäßig fragen wir unsere Kunden, wie sie die Zusammenarbeit mit ATVISIO wirklich erleben. Die Antworten sind ehrlich – manchmal bestätigend, manchmal unbequem. In dieser Episode sprechen wir offen über die Ergebnisse der Kundenzufriedenheitsbefragung 2026. Was läuft gut. Wo wir selbstkritisch sind. Und was wir konkret besser machen wollen. In dieser Folge: Warum 87 % unserer Kunden ausschließlich mit uns arbeiten – und was das bedeutet  Was unsere Kunden an der Zusammenarbeit schätzen  Drei Bereiche, in denen wir unseren eigenen Anspruch noch nicht vollständig erfüllen  Welche Zukunftsthemen unsere Kunden beschäftigen – von Microsoft Fabric bis KI im BI-Kontext  Transparenz ist für uns keine Marketingstrategie. Es ist eine Haltung.

Ein mittelständisches Familienunternehmen macht Ernst mit KI im Controlling – und berichtet offen über erste Erfahrungen mit KI-gestütztem Forecasting: Was hat funktioniert, wo lagen die Hürden, und was sollte man auf keinen Fall unterschätzen? Ein praxisnaher Einblick für alle, die selbst vor dieser Frage stehen.

Tatumn Zale, CFRE is assistant director of development at AllThrive 365 and one of AFP's 2026 Outstanding Young Professionals. Tatumn has quickly built a reputation as a creative, disciplined, and deeply human fundraising leader. At AllThrive 365, she has helped revitalize donor communications, rebuild fundraising events, strengthen corporate partnerships, and grow both recurring and individual giving — including a 131% increase in individual giving in just one year. She now manages $6 million in annual grant revenue, has increased event sponsorship revenue by 233%, secured major gifts, and expanded practical in-kind partnerships serving low-income seniors.  Tatumn is also the co-founder of Kindling Impact Consulting which works with small to mid-sized nonprofits.  Recorded live in the Exchange at AFP ICON 2026, this conversation explores Tatumn's journey into fundraising, how theater and sales helped shape her presence, storytelling, and connection with donors, how caring for a family member has informed her work with older adults, and what the coming silver tsunami means for philanthropy, nonprofits, and the future of care.

Fluent Fiction - Spanish: Courage Under City Lights: Mateo's Bold Leap to Success Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2026-06-12-22-34-01-es Story Transcript:Es: Mateo se encontraba en el vestíbulo del edificio más alto de Sudamérica, la Gran Torre Santiago, donde las luces de la ciudad parpadeaban a lo lejos, como estrellas en la noche.En: Mateo was in the lobby of the tallest building in South America, the Gran Torre Santiago, where the city lights flickered in the distance like stars in the night.Es: El evento de networking corporativo estaba en pleno apogeo.En: The corporate networking event was at its peak.Es: Los cristales ofrecían un espectáculo impresionante del paisaje urbano, mientras dentro, el sonido del murmullo de voces y el tintineo de copas llenaban el aire.En: The glass walls offered an impressive spectacle of the urban landscape, while inside, the sound of murmuring voices and clinking glasses filled the air.Es: Mateo, un joven profesional lleno de aspiraciones, miraba a su alrededor nervioso.En: Mateo, a young professional full of aspirations, looked around nervously.Es: Su objetivo de la noche era claro: impresionar a Lucía, una ejecutiva respetada en la industria.En: His goal for the evening was clear: to impress Lucía, a respected executive in the industry.Es: Sin embargo, la presencia de Carlos, su colega más experimentado, le hacía dudar de sus habilidades.En: However, the presence of Carlos, his more experienced colleague, made him doubt his abilities.Es: Carlos, con su carisma natural, parecía atraer la atención sin esfuerzo.En: Carlos, with his natural charisma, seemed to attract attention effortlessly.Es: Mateo sentía que se desvanecía en comparación.En: Mateo felt he faded in comparison.Es: Inspirado por las luces titilantes de Santiago, Mateo tomó una decisión.En: Inspired by the twinkling lights of Santiago, Mateo made a decision.Es: Dudaba sobre cómo acercarse a Lucía: podría esperar a que alguien lo introdujera o arriesgarse a hablar directamente con ella.En: He hesitated about how to approach Lucía: he could wait for someone to introduce him or take the risk of speaking directly to her.Es: Optó por el riesgo.En: He opted for the risk.Es: Sabía que el éxito requería valentía.En: He knew that success required courage.Es: Respiró hondo, enderezó su corbata negra y se dirigió con paso firme hacia Lucía, que conversaba animadamente cerca de la ventana.En: He took a deep breath, straightened his black tie, and walked confidently towards Lucía, who was chatting animatedly near the window.Es: "Buenas noches, Lucía," comenzó Mateo, con una confianza que no sentía por dentro.En: "Good evening, Lucía," Mateo began, with a confidence he didn't feel inside.Es: "Tengo unas ideas innovadoras para la empresa que creo que podríamos explorar."En: "I have some innovative ideas for the company that I think we could explore."Es: Lucía, sorprendida por el repentino enfoque directo de Mateo, sonrió con curiosidad.En: Lucía, surprised by Mateo's sudden direct approach, smiled with curiosity.Es: "Cuéntame más," le dijo, interesada en lo que el joven pudiera ofrecer.En: "Tell me more," she said, interested in what the young man might have to offer.Es: Mateo habló con entusiasmo, sus palabras alineadas con la pasión que sentía.En: Mateo spoke with enthusiasm, his words aligned with the passion he felt.Es: Explicó sus ideas, sus planes, y la visión que tenía para la compañía.En: He explained his ideas, his plans, and the vision he had for the company.Es: A medida que la conversación avanzaba, Lucía parecía más y más intrigada.En: As the conversation progressed, Lucía seemed more and more intrigued.Es: Sus ojos brillaban con atención, y Mateo se sentía más seguro a cada segundo.En: Her eyes shone with attention, and Mateo felt more confident every second.Es: Concluyó su presentación improvisada con una pregunta que había preparado de antemano.En: He concluded his impromptu presentation with a question he had prepared in advance.Es: "¿Qué opinas de organizar una reunión para discutir esto más a fondo?"En: "What do you think about arranging a meeting to discuss this further?"Es: Lucía asintió.En: Lucía nodded.Es: "Creo que tienes algo muy prometedor, Mateo.En: "I think you have something very promising, Mateo.Es: Me encantaría hablar más sobre tus ideas.En: I'd love to talk more about your ideas.Es: Organicemos una reunión para la próxima semana."En: Let's schedule a meeting for next week."Es: Una ola de alivio y satisfacción inundó a Mateo.En: A wave of relief and satisfaction flooded Mateo.Es: Había dado el paso.En: He had taken the step.Es: Había tomado el riesgo, y había valido cada instante de nerviosismo.En: He had taken the risk, and it had been worth every moment of nervousness.Es: Al final, comprendió que, a veces, un solo acto de valentía puede abrir puertas que antes parecían inalcanzables.En: In the end, he understood that sometimes, a single act of courage can open doors that once seemed unreachable.Es: Mientras Mateo se alejaba, pudo ver a Carlos observándolo con una sonrisa de aprobación.En: As Mateo walked away, he could see Carlos watching him with an approving smile.Es: Había superado sus inseguridades y comenzado su propio camino hacia el éxito.En: He had overcome his insecurities and started his own path toward success.Es: Y así, la fría noche de invierno en Santiago terminó llena de nuevas esperanzas y oportunidades para Mateo.En: And so, the cold winter night in Santiago ended filled with new hopes and opportunities for Mateo. Vocabulary Words:the lobby: el vestíbulothe tower: la torreto flicker: parpadearthe distance: la distanciathe peak: el apogeothe spectacle: el espectáculothe landscape: el paisajethe murmur: el murmullothe glasses: las copasthe aspiration: la aspiraciónto impress: impresionarthe executive: la ejecutivathe ability: la habilidadthe charisma: el carismato hesitate: dudarto straighten: enderezaranimatedly: animadamentethe idea: la ideainnovative: innovadorsudden: repentinothe passion: la pasiónto align: alinearto progress: avanzarthe relief: el aliviothe satisfaction: la satisfacciónthe courage: la valentíato flood: inundarto overcome: superarthe insecurity: la inseguridadthe opportunity: la oportunidad

Was passiert, wenn eine IT-Abteilung im eigenen Unternehmen vor allem als Kostentreiber wahrgenommen wird – intransparent, wenig vertrauenswürdig, weit weg vom Business? Genau das war die Ausgangssituation, die Jörg Kohlenz vorfand, als er 2022 als Group CIO zum Wuppertaler Traditionsunternehmen Vorwerk wechselte. Seine Antwort auf diese Herausforderung war überraschend: nicht zuerst Technologie modernisieren, nicht zuerst Prozesse optimieren – sondern Führung transformieren. Im Herbst 2022 startete Jörg Kohlenz das Transformationsprogramm „Everest", das die Vorwerk-IT grundlegend verändern sollte: neue Strukturen, neue Arbeitsweisen und vor allem eine neue Führungskultur. Im Gespräch erklärt Jörg Kohlenz, warum IT-Transformation vor allem ein Führungsthema ist, wie er fünf Führungsprinzipien – Walk the talk, Give and earn trust, Purpose, Autonomy und Learn continuously – als Grundlage für den kulturellen Wandel entwickelt hat, und wie daraus drei IT-Werte entstanden sind, die für alle Mitarbeitenden gelten: Value Creation, Joined Ownership und Aligned Autonomy. Außerdem spricht er darüber, wie die IT-Organisation strukturell neu aufgestellt wurde, welche Widerstände es gab – und was die Transformation nach rund drei Jahren konkret gebracht hat. Eine Episode für CFOs, Controller und IT-Verantwortliche, die verstehen wollen, warum der Schlüssel zu einer erfolgreichen IT-Transformation nicht in der Technologie liegt – sondern in der Führung.

Was passiert, wenn eine IT-Abteilung im eigenen Unternehmen vor allem als Kostentreiber wahrgenommen wird – intransparent, wenig vertrauenswürdig, weit weg vom Business? Genau das war die Ausgangssituation, die Jörg Kohlenz vorfand, als er 2022 als Group CIO zum Wuppertaler Traditionsunternehmen Vorwerk wechselte. Seine Antwort auf diese Herausforderung war überraschend: nicht zuerst Technologie modernisieren, nicht zuerst Prozesse optimieren – sondern Führung transformieren. Im Herbst 2022 startete Jörg Kohlenz das Transformationsprogramm „Everest", das die Vorwerk-IT grundlegend verändern sollte: neue Strukturen, neue Arbeitsweisen und vor allem eine neue Führungskultur. Im Gespräch erklärt Jörg Kohlenz, warum IT-Transformation vor allem ein Führungsthema ist, wie er fünf Führungsprinzipien – Walk the talk, Give and earn trust, Purpose, Autonomy und Learn continuously – als Grundlage für den kulturellen Wandel entwickelt hat, und wie daraus drei IT-Werte entstanden sind, die für alle Mitarbeitenden gelten: Value Creation, Joined Ownership und Aligned Autonomy. Außerdem spricht er darüber, wie die IT-Organisation strukturell neu aufgestellt wurde, welche Widerstände es gab – und was die Transformation nach rund drei Jahren konkret gebracht hat. Eine Episode für CFOs, Controller und IT-Verantwortliche, die verstehen wollen, warum der Schlüssel zu einer erfolgreichen IT-Transformation nicht in der Technologie liegt – sondern in der Führung.

Do you believe there is a connection between health and wealth? In this week's episode, Merrill discusses the importance of taking care of your health.

This episode explores the rapid evolution of AI and its impact on the job market, particularly for 20-somethings entering the workforce. AI experts Darius Mirshahzadeh of AIifyIt and Jerome Stewart of White Feather Group discuss how artificial intelligence is transforming knowledge work, creating new opportunities for those who adapt quickly while threatening traditional career paths. The conversation covers practical AI tools, automation platforms, and strategic advice for navigating the AI-driven economy. In this episode, Darius will discuss: (00:00) The AI Revolution: A New Era for Knowledge Workers (02:34) Chronological Evolution of AI: Past, Present, and Future (05:41) The Impact of AI on Knowledge Work and Job Security (08:52) Skills for the Future: Preparing for an AI-Driven Economy (11:27) Navigating the Job Market: Opportunities and Challenges for Young Professionals (14:44) The Role of Human Connection in an AI World (17:49) Becoming the Solution: Embracing AI Skills for Career Success (26:24) The Role of AI in Manual Tasks (28:27) The Future of Robotics and AI Integration (30:24) Reassessing Your Tech Stack (34:27) Getting Started with AI for Young Professionals (42:49 The Urgency of Adopting AI in Business Connect with Darius: Website: https://therealdarius.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dariusmirshahzadeh/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imthedarius/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Thegreatnessmachine  Book: The Core Value Equation https://www.amazon.com/Core-Value-Equation-Framework-Limitless/dp/1544506708 Write a review for The Greatness Machine using this link: https://ratethispodcast.com/spreadinggreatness.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Amari Duncan is director of philanthropic impact at Girls Inc. of the Greater Capital Region and one of AFP's 2026 Outstanding Young Professionals. Although she entered the fundraising profession only four years ago, Amari has quickly built a record as a strategic, mission-centered, and community-rooted advancement leader. At United Way of the Greater Capital Region, she managed more than 40 corporate partnerships, helped rebuild Emerging Leaders United, and mobilized more than 1,500 volunteers across nine counties. Since joining Girls Inc. in 2023, she has led non-grant fundraising, modernized the advancement program, launched new signature events, and helped more than double philanthropic support. She is now helping lead Girls Inc.'s first capital campaign in more than 40 years. Amari also serves in a community leadership role with KIPP Capital Region and Albany Academy for Girls, where she became the youngest and first Black woman to serve as president of the Alumnae Council. Recorded live in the Exchange at AFP ICON 2026, this conversation explores Amari's path from sports to fundraising, the role of mentorship, and how a winner's mindset has set her on a course for success. 

This episode features Jacquelyn Valek joining Jackie Ruhlin for a conversation on workforce development, Young Professionals, and the continued momentum shaping the construction industry. They also share key updates from the past quarter and discuss upcoming CEA programs, initiatives, and member engagement opportunities.

Vom Monatsbericht zur Echtzeitsteuerung – das klingt einfach, stellt Unternehmen in der Praxis aber vor erhebliche Herausforderungen. Daten in Echtzeit erfassen, aufbereiten und für Entscheidungen nutzbar machen erfordert mehr als Technologie: Es braucht neue Organisationsstrukturen, integrierte BI-Plattformen und eine veränderte Unternehmenskultur. Die neue Ausgabe 3/2026 der Fachzeitschrift Controlling zeigt: Von der Reporting Factory über Matrixproduktionssysteme bis zu Digitalen Zwillingen – Echtzeitsteuerung ist ein Gesamtpaket aus Technologie, Organisation und Kultur. Im Performance Manager Podcast spricht Peter Bluhm mit Prof. Dr. Burkhard Pedell, Inhaber des Lehrstuhls für Controlling an der Universität Stuttgart und Mitherausgeber der Fachzeitschrift Controlling: Warum reichen Technologie und Organisation allein nicht aus – und welche drei Hebel müssen gemeinsam angepackt werden? Wie verkürzt eine zentrale Reporting Factory die Analyselatenz – und welche Rolle spielen Power BI und Robotic Process Automation dabei konkret?  Wie verändern Digitale Zwillinge das Controlling grundlegend – und welche Kompetenzen müssen Controller jetzt aufbauen? 

Shannon Bogardus, Delaware, doesn't wait around for the “perfect time.” She creates it. In this episode, she shares how her experience as a chapter development consultant for Tri Delta shaped her leadership style, confidence and ability to navigate high-pressure environments. From mentoring collegiate women to launching her own company, Shannon walks us through the real, unfiltered version of building a career that doesn't follow a traditional path. We dive into Shannon's transition to entrepreneurship, the moment she realized she wanted more and how she trusted her instincts to take the leap. She breaks down the parallels between sorority recruitment and corporate consulting, what most young professionals get wrong about networking and why your intuition is often your best strategy. If you're navigating your 20s, questioning your next move or building something of your own, this episode delivers real advice, mindset shifts and a unique perspective that may make you rethink how you approach your career.

Schwache Signale erkennen, bevor sie zu handfesten Risiken oder Chancen werden – das ist die Kernidee der Frühaufklärung. Kein neues Konzept, aber KI verändert es grundsätzlich: mehr Daten, neue Muster, eine andere Geschwindigkeit. Und damit stellt sich für Controlling-Abteilungen eine konkrete Frage – nicht ob sie sich damit beschäftigen sollten, sondern wie der erste Schritt aussieht.

Seit 2025 müssen große multinationale Konzerne öffentlich offenlegen, wo sie weltweit wie viel Steuern zahlen. Was wie eine reine Großkonzern-Pflicht klingt, betrifft auch mittelständische Unternehmen – etwa als deutsche Tochtergesellschaft eines US-Konzerns. Prof. Dr. Dr. habil. Carl-Christian Freidank erklärt, was der Ertragsteuerinformationsbericht wirklich bedeutet, wer betroffen ist und wo die Fallstricke liegen. THEMEN DIESER EPISODE Was ist der EIB und warum wurde er eingeführt? Ziel, Rechtsgrundlage und der Kerngedanke hinter dem Public Country by Country Reporting  Wer ist wirklich betroffen? Die drei Fallgruppen jenseits der 750-Millionen-Schwelle  Was muss im Bericht stehen? Pflichtangaben länderweise – von Erträgen über Steuerzahlungen bis zu einbehaltenen Gewinnen  Gestaltungsspielräume und Schutzklausel: Welche strategischen Entscheidungen Unternehmen jetzt treffen müssen  Welche Steuerquoten die Öffentlichkeit, Investoren und Ratingagenturen aus dem Bericht ableiten werden  Wer prüft den Bericht – und warum wird der Aufsichtsrat zur Haftungsfalle  ÜBER DEN GAST Prof. Dr. Dr. habil. Carl-Christian Freidank ist emeritierter Professor am Institut für Wirtschaftsprüfung und Steuerwesen der Universität Hamburg sowie Lehrbeauftragter an der dortigen Fakultät für Rechtswissenschaft. Er hat zum Thema zuletzt einen umfassenden Fachbeitrag veröffentlicht: Ertragsteuerinformationsbericht ante portas, Die Unternehmensbesteuerung, Heft 1/2026, S. 18–23.

The Young Professional Advisory Council's Ben Tolzmann sits down with Doug Norris of the SOA's fellowship education department to discuss the recent changes to the FSA pathway and how the transition has been going through 2 exam cycles.

In this episode of Rising Voices of Fundraising: The AFP Emerging Leaders Podcast, we asked attendees at AFP ICON to reflect on the unplanned career moments that helped shape who they are today. From lateral moves and sudden role changes to unexpected opportunities and reluctant yeses, fundraisers at all career stages share how uncertainty became a catalyst for growth. These stories highlight the nonlinear nature of fundraising careers and offer reassurance to emerging leaders that progress doesn't always follow a straight line.  Guests: Elena Burr, MPH Maxwell Moore Joella Blas-Kawano Michael Acaldo Sarah Brown, CFRE Sasha Lewis, MPA, CFRE Kim Gerrish, CFRE Bryan Vinson, MBA Terri Williams, M.A., CFRE Olga Krochak, M.A., CFRE Mason Stahl Shannon Foucault, MBA, CFRE Kenya Roberts, CFRE Pedro Rivera, J.D. Jeff Schreifels   Hosts:  Jarrod Williams, MBLI, CFRE, is a courageous, strategic, and results-oriented fundraising leader with over a decade of experience driving revenue growth, donor engagement, and organizational visibility. He is committed to building cultures of philanthropy within mission-driven organizations and brings a proven track record across major gifts, annual giving, corporate sponsorships, event strategy, and data-informed decision-making within both social justice and arts organizations. He serves as a Client Experience Leader for Veritus Group, where he educates and coaches fundraisers across the country on innovative mid-level and major gift strategies. In this role, he partners with organizations nationwide to strengthen donor pipelines, elevate fundraising performance, and build sustainable revenue models. Jarrod has been recognized for his leadership and influence and remains actively engaged in advancing the fundraising profession. He serves on the AFP Global Emerging Leaders Committee and the AFP LEAD Education Committee, supporting the development of the next generation of fundraising professionals. In 2020, he was named a Top 30 Under 30 Young Professional by 101.1 The Wiz in Cincinnati. He is also a graduate of the Urban Leaders Institute through the Urban League of Greater Southwestern Ohio, where he earned the Best-in-Class Award for Best Connector—recognizing his ability to build meaningful relationships and mobilize others around a shared vision. He is a proud Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE) and a graduate of the AFP Global Faculty Training Academy. Dr. Allison Quintanilla Plattsmier, CFRE, ACNP, GPC, CAP, Founder & CEO, AQP Consulting & Executive Director, ENP: Dr. Allison Quintanilla Plattsmier has fourteen years of experience in the nonprofit sector and has collectively raised approximately $5 million for over 75 organizations. She serves as Executive Director of ENP and runs her own nonprofit consulting firm, AQP Consulting, where she helps grassroots nonprofits with fundraising strategy, strategic planning, board development, and grant writing.  Allison is a vocal advocate for gender parity, closing the wage gap, and ending the motherhood penalty. With accolades such as AFP's Outstanding Young Fundraising Professional, NBJ's 40 Under 40, NBJ's Women of Influence, a National Latino Leader, and the Women Who Rock Nashville Social Justice Award, Dr. Quintanilla Plattsmier strives to serve and better her community every day. A dedicated AFP member for the last seven years, Allison currently chairs the Women's Impact Initiative (WII) Mentorship Program and serves on the LEAD Education Advisory Committee. When she is not out serving her community, she is spending time with her three kids, Quintan, Karina, and Kamren.

Was haben die Beatles mit gescheiterten BI-Projekten gemeinsam? Vier starke Persönlichkeiten, jede Menge Reibung – und trotzdem Musikgeschichte. Das Geheimnis? George Martin. Jemand, der die Gegensätze versteht und in Ergebnisse übersetzt. In BI-Projekten ist es nicht anders. IT, Controlling und Management ziehen oft in verschiedene Richtungen – und genau dort scheitern viele Projekte. Nicht an der Technik. Sondern am Miteinander. Peter Bluhm erklärt, warum ATVISIO in BI-Projekten die Rolle von George Martin übernimmt – und was das konkret bedeutet: Ein mittelständisches Handelsunternehmen hatte nach 8 Wochen ein Dashboard, das 50 Nutzer täglich öffnen.

ADVICE THAT LASTS DECADES    Every May since 2018, I've released an annual montage focused on advice for college students and young professionals interested in private equity, investment banking, and the investing world   This year's version marks Episode 200 of Private Equity Fast Pitch!   Over the last 12 months I asked founders, CEOs and managing partners from Private Equity firms, Investment Banks and LPs the same question:   What advice would you give to young professionals trying to build a meaningful career in this business?   What makes this episode special is not just the milestone, it's how often the same themes continue to surface...   Different firms   Different backgrounds   Different paths   But the themes are remarkably consistent    ⚾️ Find work that gives you energy   ⚾️ Build real relationships   ⚾️ Do the hard things early   ⚾️ Learn from people who are better than you   ⚾️ Stay curious   ⚾️ Understand that careers are built over decades, not quarters   What stands out after 200 episodes is this...   The foundational elements of long-term success are timeless   And while this episode is designed for young professionals and graduating students, I think the advice applies at every stage of a career   I'm incredibly grateful for all of my guests who have shared their sage advice over the years!   Featured Guests:   Michael Psaros - KPS Capital Partners https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/private-equity-fast-pitch/id1359329939?i=1000739675082 Omar Jaffrey - Palistar Capital https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/private-equity-fast-pitch/id1359329939?i=1000758837812 Rob Brown - Lincoln International https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/private-equity-fast-pitch/id1359329939?i=1000711726279 Tim Meyer - Angeles Equity Partners https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/private-equity-fast-pitch/id1359329939?i=1000735555551 Chris Rozzell - Cresta Fund Management https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/private-equity-fast-pitch/id1359329939?i=1000721947245 Parker Weil - TD Securities https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/private-equity-fast-pitch/id1359329939?i=1000737590933 Sean MacIver - KeyBanc Capital Markets https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/private-equity-fast-pitch/id1359329939?i=1000728454456 Matthew Sparks - Northleaf Capital Partners https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/private-equity-fast-pitch/id1359329939?i=1000723925489 Suzanne Yoon - Kinzie Capital Partners https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/private-equity-fast-pitch/id1359329939?i=1000753377248 Eric Wiklendt - Speyside Equity https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/private-equity-fast-pitch/id1359329939?i=1000748373295 Michelle Noon - Clearhaven Partners https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/private-equity-fast-pitch/id1359329939?i=1000733152917 Paul Raphael - Auréa Group https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/private-equity-fast-pitch/id1359329939?i=1000717775898 Daphne Dufresne - Awani Capital https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/private-equity-fast-pitch/id1359329939?i=1000756128214 Russ Roenick - Transom Capital Group https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/private-equity-fast-pitch/id1359329939?i=1000731004463 Neda Vakilian - Actis https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/private-equity-fast-pitch/id1359329939?i=1000713638680 Sam Gaynor - Altamont Capital Partners https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/private-equity-fast-pitch/id1359329939?i=1000746205883 Eliot Kerlin - Broadwing Capital https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/private-equity-fast-pitch/id1359329939?i=1000741835818 Andy Unanue - AUA Private Equity Partners https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/private-equity-fast-pitch/id1359329939?i=1000750484838 Kristin Johnson - Altamont Capital Partners https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/private-equity-fast-pitch/id1359329939?i=1000726285319 Scott Sperling - THL Partners https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/private-equity-fast-pitch/id1359329939?i=1000720142324

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Brewed Inspiration: Creativity Blossoms in Shenzhen Café Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2026-05-08-07-38-19-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 春天的深圳，高科技城市的街道充满了活力。En: In the springtime of Shenzhen, the streets of this high-tech city are full of vitality.Zh: 在这里，一家名为“创新咖啡”的咖啡馆吸引了许多年轻的专业人士。En: Here, a café named Inno Coffee attracts many young professionals.Zh: 咖啡馆的落地窗外，可以俯瞰城市高楼与绿色植被交织的美丽风景。En: Outside the café's floor-to-ceiling windows, one can overlook the beautiful scenery of skyscrapers interwoven with greenery.Zh: 空气中弥漫着新鲜咖啡的香气，四周尽是轻快的交谈声。En: The air is filled with the aroma of fresh coffee, surrounded by the sounds of lively conversation.Zh: 这一天是五一劳动节，节日的气氛还未散去。En: This day is May 1st Labor Day, and the festive atmosphere still lingers.Zh: 咖啡馆里，李伟选择了一个角落座位，开始心不在焉地画画。En: Inside the café, Li Wei chooses a corner seat and begins absentmindedly sketching.Zh: 他是一名软件开发者，平时喜欢在空闲时间画画。En: He is a software developer who enjoys drawing in his spare time.Zh: 然而，他总觉得自己的画作不够好，从不敢与别人分享。En: However, he always feels his artwork is not good enough and never dares to share it with others.Zh: 就在此时，小明走进了咖啡馆。En: At that moment, Xiao Ming walks into the café.Zh: 她是一名平面设计师，正为新项目寻找灵感。En: She is a graphic designer looking for inspiration for a new project.Zh: 她环顾四周，视线被李伟手中的素描本吸引住了。En: She glances around and her attention is caught by the sketchbook in Li Wei's hands.Zh: “你画得真好！En: "You draw really well!"Zh: ”小明忍不住夸奖道，打破了李伟的注意力。En: Xiao Ming can't help but praise, breaking Li Wei's concentration.Zh: 李伟有些犹豫，试图把本子合上，却被小明的眼神阻止了。En: Li Wei is a bit hesitant, trying to close the book, but Xiao Ming's gaze stops him.Zh: 小明微笑着说：“我正在找灵感，你的作品很有创意。En: Smiling, she says, "I'm looking for inspiration; your work is very creative."Zh: ”两人开始聊起天来。En: The two start chatting.Zh: 李伟告诉小明，他正在寻找一个灵感点，想要开展自己的科技艺术项目。En: Li Wei tells Xiao Ming that he is seeking a spark of inspiration to start his own tech art project.Zh: 而小明则表达了她在项目设计中遇到的瓶颈。En: Meanwhile, Xiao Ming shares the bottleneck she's encountering in her project design.Zh: 两人自然而然地发现，彼此的创意竟可以完美结合。En: Naturally, they discover that their creative ideas can be perfectly combined.Zh: 梅玲，这家咖啡馆的常客，也是小明的朋友，碰巧经过。En: Mei Ling, a regular at this café and a friend of Xiao Ming, happens to pass by.Zh: 她笑着打趣道：“看来你们俩找到了共同的话题。En: She teasingly remarks, "Looks like you two have found a common topic."Zh: ”随着对话的深入，小明突然提议：“我们一起合作怎么样？En: As the conversation deepens, Xiao Ming suddenly suggests, "How about we collaborate?Zh: 你的素描给了我很多灵感。En: Your sketches have given me a lot of inspiration."Zh: ”李伟有些惊讶，但也被这突然的提议所吸引。En: Li Wei is somewhat surprised, but also intrigued by this sudden proposition.Zh: 他慢慢地点了点头，心中涌起一丝信心。En: He slowly nods, a surge of confidence welling up within him.Zh: 从这一刻起，两人决定一起工作，利用彼此的长处创造一些与众不同的东西。En: From that moment on, the two decide to work together, utilizing each other's strengths to create something unique.Zh: 随着时间的推移，他们的合作渐入佳境，项目变得越来越有趣。En: As time passes, their collaboration hits its stride, and the project becomes increasingly interesting.Zh: 同时，两人之间的感情也悄然升温。En: Meanwhile, the feelings between them quietly grow.Zh: 李伟从一个不敢展示画作的人，变成了愿意分享创意的自信青年。En: Li Wei transforms from someone afraid to show his drawings into a confident young man willing to share his creativity.Zh: 而小明也从中找到了设计的灵感与激情。En: Xiao Ming finds inspiration and passion for design in the process.Zh: 这个春天，正如深圳的天空般清新明亮，小明和李伟都迎来了属于自己的一段崭新关系。En: This spring, as fresh and bright as the skies over Shenzhen, Xiao Ming and Li Wei both embrace a new phase in their relationship.Zh: 两人在创新之路上携手并行，而这段关系正如那一杯浓香的咖啡般，温暖而充实。En: They walk hand in hand on the path of innovation, and this relationship is as warm and fulfilling as a cup of rich coffee. Vocabulary Words:springtime: 春天vitality: 活力overlook: 俯瞰aroma: 香气absentmindedly: 心不在焉地sketching: 画画software developer: 软件开发者hesitant: 犹豫gaze: 眼神bottleneck: 瓶颈proposition: 提议confidence: 信心utilizing: 利用stride: 佳境transforms: 变成embrace: 迎来innovation: 创新phase: 阶段fulfilling: 充实interwoven: 交织linger: 未散去creative: 创意combined: 结合sparks: 灵感点collaboration: 合作surge: 涌起design: 设计uniquely: 与众不同passion: 激情bright: 明亮

In this episode of Connected FM, Dr. Matt Tucker, IFMA's Director of Research, moderates a student-led discussion on the critical role of well-being in facility management. Featuring three young professionals entering the FM industry, the conversation shifts the focus from simple maintenance to creating spaces where people can mentally, socially and physically thrive. The panel shares personal insights on: The direct impact of CO2 levels, natural lighting and ergonomic furniture on concentration and health. Why language support and inclusive communication are essential for multicultural FM teams. How FM is evolving from a technical "building-first" sector to a "people-first" service management sector. Balancing the efficiency of automated tools with the irreplaceable "human touch" required in facility management This episode is sponsored by TMA Systems! Discover more at https://www.tmasystems.com/ifmapodcast Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction 03:00 Defining Wellbeing 03:53 Why It Matters Now 05:01 Environment And Ergonomics 06:51 Language And Inclusion 08:22 FM Services For Wellbeing 10:09 Listening And Education Shift 13:34 Tech Sensors And Human Touch 14:19 AI Impact And Skills 16:59 Conclusion Connect with Us:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ifmaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/InternationalFacilityManagementAssociation/Twitter: https://twitter.com/IFMAInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ifma_hq/YouTube: https://youtube.com/ifmaglobalVisit us at https://ifma.org

Young Professional Advisory Council's Jake Davis discusses exam education and career development with Eddie Smith, Director of SOA Exams at The Infinite Actuary and FSA exam instructor. Learn about Eddie's transition from practicing actuary to exam educator, effective study strategies for FSA exams, and how exam preparation has and will continue to evolve.

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Superpowers for Good should not be considered investment advice. Seek counsel before making investment decisions. When you purchase an item, launch a campaign or create an investment account after clicking a link here, we may earn a fee. Engage to support our work.Watch the show on television by downloading the e360tv channel app to your Roku, LG or AmazonFireTV. You can also see it on YouTube.Devin: What is your superpower?Deepak: Ability to “send the elevator back down” for others.For many young professionals, navigating the early years of their careers can feel overwhelming. Developing a career out of a job is a challenge, especially when support from employers is often minimal. In this interview, Dr. Deepak Bhootra, founder of RISEUP@work, shared details about his innovative platform designed to help 21- to 30-year-olds build thriving careers.Deepak, who has spent 15 years as an ICF-certified coach and holds a doctorate in job satisfaction and organizational commitment, explained the gap he's aiming to fill. “Fifty years ago, HR would say, ‘Yes, it's my responsibility to build your career.' Today's HR says, ‘Building your career is your responsibility.' That is a huge difference in the employment contract,” he observed.RISEUP@work provides young professionals with tools, coaching, and a structured environment to navigate career progression. Deepak likened the platform to a “mega mall,” where users can find guidance on everything from preparing for a performance review to managing emotions at work. He emphasized that the experience, not just the technology, is key to success. “It's not an app. It's a consumer experience that helps you manage your career professionally,” he said.One of the motivations for creating RISEUP@work came from watching his two sons enter the workforce. Despite their academic success, they faced challenges similar to those Deepak encountered decades earlier. “The economic impact of making bad decisions at work is immense, but the psychological impact is just as painful,” he shared. RISEUP@work aims to address these challenges early, helping users avoid costly mistakes and achieve compounding career success over time.Deepak also discussed raising capital for the platform through a regulated investment crowdfunding campaign on Wefunder. He believes this approach aligns with his mission, empowering the very people he seeks to serve to support the project.RISEUP@work is more than a tool—it's a transformative experience for young professionals. By providing affordable guidance and fostering a community, Deepak is offering a lifeline to those navigating the complexities of early career development.tl;dr:Deepak Bhootra shares his vision for RISEUP@work, a platform to guide young professionals.He highlights how career development is now a personal responsibility rather than an employer priority.RISEUP@work offers tools, coaching, and a community to help users avoid mistakes and grow.Deepak explains his empathy-driven mentorship philosophy, helping others rise to their potential.The episode concludes with details on RISEUP@work's crowdfunding campaign and how to get involved.How to Develop Empathy-Driven Mentorship As a SuperpowerDeepak's superpower is his ability to “send the elevator back down” for others. This phrase, as he describes it, means creating opportunities for others to rise and succeed while maintaining a focus on personal growth. “My job is to make sure I keep sending that elevator back down to bring future leaders to the top,” Deepak shared. His empathy stems from the guidance he received in his career, and he is committed to helping others experience similar growth.One of Deepak's most inspiring examples of using his superpower involves a former colleague. This individual was undervalued and overlooked due to perceived weaknesses. Deepak focused on their strengths, helping them build confidence and refine their communication skills. After two years of mentorship, this person secured a role at Amazon, grew into a leadership position, and eventually became a strategic advisor for RISEUP@work. This full-circle success story exemplifies Deepak's commitment to lifting others.Tips for Developing Empathy-Driven Mentorship:Identify the potential in others by focusing on their strengths rather than perceived weaknesses.Provide actionable guidance rather than charity—help individuals take ownership of their growth.Create a structured, supportive environment where people can develop skills over time.Celebrate the success of those you mentor and learn from their achievements.By following Deepak's example and advice, you can make empathy-driven mentorship a skill. With practice and effort, you could make it a superpower that enables you to do more good in the world.Remember, however, that research into success suggests that building on your own superpowers is more important than creating new ones or overcoming weaknesses. You do you!Guest ProfileDeepak Bhootra (he/him):Founder, RISEUP@workAbout RISEUP@work: RISEUP@work (RISEUP AT WORK LLC) is a career growth platform designed to help professionals thrive after they get the job. While most tools focus on resumes and job searches, RISEUP focuses on what happens next, like navigating promotions, workplace dynamics, career transitions, and long-term professional growth. By combining coaching frameworks, community support, and AI-powered tools, RISEUP helps individuals gain clarity, make better career decisions, and build sustainable success without burnout. Our mission is to make career growth more intentional, measurable, and accessible for professionals worldwide.Website: riseupatwork.comCompany Facebook Page: facebook.com/riseupatworkOther URL: wefunder.com/riseupatworkBiographical Information: Dr. Deepak Bhootra is a leadership coach, author, and entrepreneur with more than three decades of global leadership experience across multiple industries and continents.Throughout his career, he has coached and mentored more than 1,500 professionals, helping them navigate career transitions, leadership challenges, and long-term professional growth. He is the author of multiple books on leadership, career development, and personal transformation, including the framework behind RISEUP. Dr. Bhootra founded RISEUP to address a gap he repeatedly observed: people are taught how to get hired but rarely how to grow once they are inside organizations. 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Tracking your net worth is the ultimate key to unlocking true financial freedom, wealth building, and financial wellness. In this episode, we dive into the process of understanding your assets and liabilities so you can take control of your financial future. When you routinely evaluate where you stand financially you empower yourself to make smart, confident choices. We share our journey of tracking our numbers and the immense joy of watching our hard work pay off over time. Let this conversation inspire you to take immediate action on your personal finance journey.  Who It's For Couples wanting to align their financial goals, build joint wealth, and communicate openly about money management. Young Professionals looking to maximize their investments early, grow their net worth, and let compound interest do the heavy lifting. Those Nearing Retirement seeking strategies to evaluate their retirement planning progress, adjust their risk tolerance, and confidently cross the financial finish line. Key Moments & Timestamps [02:15] What is Net Worth? We break down the simple formula (assets - liabilities) that forms the foundation of your financial picture. [05:30] Real Estate's Role: Discover how your home's appreciation boosts your net worth, even if you aren't selling. [09:45] Logic Over Emotion: Learn why staying disciplined with your investments during market swings is crucial for long-term growth. [14:20] Monarch Money: We recommend this intuitive software to effortlessly track your accounts, budget, and overall financial progress. [18:10] The Power of Compounding: We celebrate a huge milestone—a $300k investment growth in one year—and explore the incredible power of compound interest. Keep the Momentum Going If this episode motivated you to take charge of your financial future, please like, subscribe, and share it with someone you care about. Taking action today sets you up for a magnificent tomorrow. We are in this together—keep making progress, stay the course, and let your wealth grow!   This Podcast is sponsored by American Heritage Credit Union.  To learn more and open an account go to: www.AHCU.co/ForBetterandWorth Our website: www.forbetterandworth.com Get Ericka's book, Naked and Unashamed: 10 Money Conversations Every Couple Must Have Check out our local TV spotlight Connect with us: Instagram: @forbetterandworth YouTube: @forbetterandworth Ericka: @erickayoungofficial Chris: @1cbyoung