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Have an idea to make a difference? In this mini-series, we'll hear from Nobel Peace Prize Forum | Minneapolis speakers and their first steps toward making a positive change. You'll definitely want to hear their inspiring stories. Learn more at nobelpeaceprizeforum.org #peaceitforward Want to hear MORE stories from people making a difference? Check out changemakerpodcast.com
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From Idea to Action: Stories from Alabama Innovators is a podcast that highlights the people who are driving Alabama forward. We aim to showcase and connect the deep network of innovators, entrepreneurs, policy leaders, and advocates working to make Alabama an even better place. From Idea to Action: Stories from Alabama Innovators is powered by the HudsonAlpha Institute for Biotechnology, a nonprofit organization with a mission to improve the human condition.
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Episode 19: Bill Poole and Cynthia Crutchfield
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This episode features Bill Poole, Finance Director for the State of Alabama, and Cynthia Crutchfield, CEO of Innovate Alabama. These two Alabama leaders discuss how the State and Innovate Alabama support entrepreneurs, businesses, and commercialization. They share about the history of the Innovation Commission that kicked off new resources for Alab…
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Episode 18: Todd Greer with Innovation Portal in Mobile, AL
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In this episode, we sit down with Todd Greer, Executive Director of Innovation Portal, a nonprofit incubator and innovation hub accelerating startup growth in the Gulf Coast Region. We discuss how to support small businesses and what it takes to nurture economic growth and draw similarities between Mobile and the other major cities across Alabama. …
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Episode 17: Sean Powers with The University of South Alabama
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Description: In this episode, we sit down to talk with Sean Powers, PhD, Angelia and Steven Stokes Endowed Professor in Environmental Resiliency and Director, Stokes School of Marine Sciences, University of South Alabama. Over the course of this episode, we talk about his journey to Alabama and how Gulf Coast research and global fishery research in…
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Episode 16: President Jo Bonner with The University of South Alabama
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In this episode, we sit down to talk with Jo Bonner, President of the University of South Alabama in Mobile, AL. We discuss President Bonner’s unique background and his goal to leverage South Alabama’s unique environment to attract talent, carve out a unique space in the academic landscape, and make a profound impact on the state and beyond. Dig in…
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In this episode, we sit down to talk with Joe Kirgues, co-founder of gener8tor, a venture capital firm out of Wisconsin. Even though he isn’t from Alabama, Joe and gener8tor are invested in success in the “flyover states” that are often overlooked in investment discussions. Take a listen to this episode as we discuss his background and what it mean…
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Episode 14: Jason Greene with The University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH)
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In this episode, we talk with Jason Green, PhD, Dean of The University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH) College of Business Administration. We talk about how UAH supports the next generation of the workforce, engages students with the mentality of “practice makes a professional,” and the value of engaging your local community. Dig into more informati…
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In this episode, we sit down with Charisse Stokes, Executive Director at TECHMGM: an initiative to coordinate the efforts of many diverse partners around developing the tech and innovation ecosystem in Montgomery. We discuss what it means to plant roots in a new community, be comfortable with the uncomfortable, and how progress involves looking to …
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Episode 12: Jeff Helms and Russ Durrance with the Alabama Farmers Federation
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In this episode, we sit down to talk with Jeff Helms and Russ Durrance of the Alabama Farmers Federation. We discuss the history of the Farmers Federation, how ALFA supports agriculture, farmers, and farming innovation in Alabama, and how a combination of grassroots and public-policy work supports farmers. Dig into more information: Jeff Helms http…
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Episode 11: Darrell Ezell with HudsonAlpha Institute for Biotechnology
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In this episode, we sit down to talk with Darrell Ezell, Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion here at HudsonAlpha Institute for Biotechnology. We discuss his background, how his travels all across the world ultimately brought him back to Huntsville, and how DEI initiatives can help any organization strengthen its leadership. Dig into more in…
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Episode 10: Julian Waddell with Oakwood University and T.O. Guy
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In this episode, we sit down to talk with Julian Waddell of Oakwood University and T.O. Guy. We discuss his background, how he became the Executive Director of OU Launchpad Entrepreneurship & Esports Center, and how an idea in college helped him launch T.O. Guy LLC which just celebrated 14 years of operation. Follow From Idea to Action: Stories fro…
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Episode 9: Fireside Chat with Jim Hudson of HudsonAlpha
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The HudsonAlpha Institute for Biotechnology was founded to establish a lasting bioscience ecosystem in Huntsville. It was made possible by a deep appreciation for biotechnology, an entrepreneurial spirit, and a love for a hometown. HudsonAlpha was co-founded by Jim Hudson and the late Lonnie McMillian. Please take a moment to listen to Jim Hudson r…
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Episode 8: Gregory Grossman and Candice Lee with Advancing Sight Network
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In this episode, we sit down to talk with Gregory Grossman and Candice Lee of Advancing Sight Network. We discuss the mission of their nonprofit organization and how Advancing Sight is pursuing innovation in the eyebank industry. Dig into more information: Advancing Sight Network https://advancingsight.org/ Candice Lee https://www.linkedin.com/in/c…
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Episode 7: Gary Zank with UAH and Future Technologies & enabling Plasma Processes (FTPP)
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In this episode, we sit down to talk with Gary Zank with UAH and Future Technologies& Enabling Plasma Processes (FTPP) We discuss his recent grant from the FTPP, how his work with plasma brought him to the UAH campus, and ways in which plasma technology can be used in many different industries across Alabama. Dig into more information: Gary Zank ht…
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Episode 6: Transformative Technologies Panel Part 2 Featuring Rebecca Vaught, Vincent Harrand, & Peggy Sammon
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This special episode is from HudsonAlpha’s 15th Anniversary Series: Transformative Technologies. In part 2, we sit down with Peggy Sammon, CEO of GeneCapture, Rebecca Vaught, CEO of Van Heron Labs, and Vincent Harrand, VP/Technology Commercialization for CFD Research. These three entrepreneurs have come to HudsonAlpha in different stages and times …
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In this episode, we sit down to talk with Josh Clevenger, Faculty Investigator at HudsonAlpha Institute for Biotechnology. We discuss his unique background, how his work with peanuts brought him to the HudsonAlpha campus, and how the technology of Khufu is beginning to have new applications in the market. Dig into more information: Josh Clevenger w…
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Episode 4: Transformative Technologies Panel Part 1 Featuring Rob Seitz and Marshall Schreeder
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This special episode is from HudsonAlpha’s 15th Anniversary Series: Transformative Technologies. In part one, we sit down with Rob Seitz, former CEO of Applied Genomics, and Marshall Schreeder, Executive Vice President of Corporate Development at Discovery Life Sciences. These two entrepreneurs were among the first to join the HudsonAlpha campus. T…
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In this episode, we sit down to talk with Greg Barker, President of the Economic Development Partnership of Alabama. We discuss his twenty-plus-year background, ways the EDPA works in the realm of innovation, and how new startups can get involved in programs like Alabama Launchpad. Dig into more information: Greg Barker https://edpa.org/staff-exper…
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In this episode, we sit down to talk with Peggy Sammon, CEO & Co-Founder of GeneCapture. We discuss her unique professional background, how the idea for GeneCapture came to be, how programs like Alabama Launchpad helped propel some of GeneCapture’s early success, and where GeneCapture is now as an organization. Dig into more information: Peggy Samm…
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Episode 1: Troy Fountain with The Wiregrass Foundation
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In this episode we sit down to talk with Troy Fountain, President of the Wiregrass Foundation in Dothan, Alabama. We discuss the different areas associated within the Wiregrass Region, the HudsonAlpha Wiregrass parternship, and what goals he hopes the Wiregrass Foundation is able to achieve moving forward. Dig into more information: Wiregrass Found…
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Enjoy our trailer episode of From Idea to Action: Stories from Alabama Innovators. We are excited to bring you this podcast and be on the lookout for our first episode with Troy Fountain President at Wiregrass Foundation to release soon. Follow From Idea to Action: Stories from Alabama Innovators wherever you get your podcasts, or bookmark our webs…
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A collection of advice on how to get started making a difference. Hear ideas from speakers and artists at the Nobel Peace Prize Forum - Minneapolis.Learn more at augsburg.edu/peace and changemakerpodcast.comBy Nobel Peace Prize Forum / Changemaker Podcast
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Ulfat Haider was born into conflict - a Palestinian in Israel. It was on a trip to Antarctica, after a weeks long journey, that Ulfat realized the power of going outdoors and facing challenging conditions. Cold, tired, on the top of a mountain they named the Mountain of Israeli-Palestinian Friendship, a team of Arabs and Jews found a shared experie…
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After Yemi Melka graduated from Augsburg College with dual degrees in Chemistry and International Relations, she didn't know where life would lead her. But she knew that somehow she wanted to use her voice for others.During a gap year after graduation, Yemi became passionate about energy poverty. Millions of people around the world don't have acces…
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Reginaldo Haslett-Marroquin - Main Street Project
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Reginaldo Haslett-Marroquin has an idea decades in the making. An idea to completely transform farming as we know it.This farm would produce healthy and organic food, regenerate the soil, and help farmers earn a good living. But a good idea isn't enough. Reginaldo needed a team and found support with Main Street Project.Working together on this ide…
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As a concert pianist, Isabel Perez Dobarro has connected audiences with beautiful and emotional pieces of music. But a couple of years ago, her art took on a deeper meaning - connecting people to the world’s most pressing problems and inspiring them to take action…Learn more about Isabel and the Nobel Peace Prize Forum | Minneapolis: peace.augsburg…
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