Best Iwu Podcasts (2024)

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Change Management (Ep. 75) 27:55

11d ago27:55

27:55

Episode 75 - Change Management Summary In this episode, Scott and Mo discuss change management and its importance in the workplace. They highlight the need for leaders to encounter challenges, build resilience, and foster open communication. They emphasize the importance of recognizing opportunities and engaging employees in the change process. The…

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Leaders Create a Clear Vision (Ep. 74) 24:06

26d ago24:06

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Episode 74 - Leaders Create a Clear Vision A clear vision does more than just set a destination. It inspires, motivates, and provides a sense of purpose essential for any team's success. Point 1: Articulate the Vision Clearly and Passionately Not just about what the goals are but why they matter. Use inspiring and relatable language, ensuring that …

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Special Guest - Dr. Lem Usita (Ep. 73) 27:29

1M ago27:29

27:29

Episode 73: Special Guest - Dr. Lem Usita Summary: In this episode of the Rising Tide Leadership Podcast, host Mo interviews Dr. Lem Usita, an entrepreneur and leadership expert. They discuss Dr. Lem's leadership experience and how he defines leadership. They also explore the obstacles he has faced in his leadership roles and how he overcame them. …

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#79 - McLean County Regional Planning Commission 38:36

1M ago38:36

38:36

On this week’s episode of the #BuildingBN podcast, CEO Patrick Hoban talks with Mark Adams and Ray Lai from the McLean County Regional Planning Commission. Host: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patrick Hoban: CEO, Bloomington-Normal Economic Development Council ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Guest: Mark Adams:⁠ Community Planner for McLean County Regional Planning Commission Ray Lai: Executive…

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Three Pillars of Emotional Intelligence (Ep. 72) 26:02

2M ago26:02

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Episode 72 - Three Pillars of Emotional Intelligence EQ - navigating the complex inner interpersonal dynamics, inspiring, motivating teams and making really sound decisions that are based on emotional awareness. Three Pillars of Emotional Intelligence: Self -awareness Empathy Relationship management Self-Awareness: Leaders are self -aware. involves…

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Leading in the Remote (Ep. 71) 21:28

2M ago21:28

21:28

Episode 71: Leading in the Remote Culture is amplified Culture is the heartbeat of any organization Remote work doesn't mean sacrificing the heartbeat - the key lies in intentional cultivation Define culture clearly and consistently, communicate it across all channels, and align hiring practice Bad news needs to be delivered in person Keep it perso…

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#78- One Voice 2024 with BNEDC Board Chairperson Ryan Whitehouse 27:23

2M ago27:23

27:23

On this week’s episode of the #BuildingBN podcast, CEO Patrick Hoban talks with Ryan Whitehouse, Associate Director of Local Government & Political Engagement with the Illinois Farm Bureau and current #BNEDC Board Chairperson, about One Voice 2024. Host: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patrick Hoban: CEO, Bloomington-Normal Economic Development Council ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Guest: Ryan …

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#77 - Brian Plath with Hive 309 & Wayfinder 30:54

2M ago30:54

30:54

Host: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patrick Hoban: CEO, Bloomington-Normal Economic Development Council ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Guest: Brian Plath:⁠ ⁠⁠Founder of Hive 309 and Owner of Wayfinder Websites: ⁠⁠https://www.bnbiz.org/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, https://hive309.com/, https://saleswayfinder.com/⁠Info: Hive 309 Wayfinder Internship Training Program ⁠⁠⁠Topics: Get to know Brian Plath, Fun Facts, Hive 3…

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Leaders Take Care (Ep. 70) 31:36

3M ago31:36

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Episode 70: Leaders Take Care Point 1: Address the Need for Wellbeing 70% of Americans feel that the nation doesn't care for them, and 38% are considering moving abroad due to concerns about their human rights. (American Psychological Association) Gallup's "State of the Global Workplace" report reveals that 57% of U.S and Canadian workers experienc…

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#76 - Krishna Balakrishnan - Real Estate Developer 21:35

3M ago21:35

21:35

Host: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patrick Hoban: CEO, Bloomington-Normal Economic Development Council ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Guest: Krishna Balakrishnan:⁠ ⁠Owner of Parke Regency Hotel & Conference Center Websites: ⁠https://www.bnbiz.org/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Info: Park Regency Hotel and Conference Center https://www.parkeregency.com/ Bon Chon https://locations.bonchon.com/ll/US/IL/Bloomington/1413-Lesli…

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Convo with a Champion: Coach Candace Moats, IWU Volleyball (Ep. 69) 34:46

3M ago34:46

34:46

Episode 69: A Conversation with a Champion Special Guest: Candace Motes, Indiana Wesleyan University Women's Volleyball Head Coach Won the NAIA National Championship. Every person has a different philosophy and there's no two leadership philosophies that are exactly the same. Background Information: When did you start coaching? I got into volleybal…

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#75 - Diane Cote:⁠ ⁠Chief Executive Officer at Mid-Illinois Realtors Association 29:40

3M ago29:40

29:40

Host: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Patrick Hoban: CEO, Bloomington-Normal Economic Development Council ⁠⁠⁠⁠ Guest: Diane Cote: Chief Executive Officer at Mid-Illinois Realtors AssociationWebsite: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.bnbiz.org/⁠⁠⁠⁠, Mid-Illinois Realtors AssociationTopics: Get to know Diane Cote, Fun Facts, The Perfect Day in Bloomington-Normal, and Why does Economic Developmen…

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The Adaptable Leader (Ep. 68) 25:35

3M ago25:35

25:35

Episode 68: The Adaptable Leader 1: Leaders Navigate Uncertainty That’s what leaders are all about! Stay composed and level-headed in the face of uncertainty. Practical Technique: Stop and count to 10. Don’t be hasty in the way that we react. Don't ever say anything that you can't take back. By being adaptable, you can act as a source of stability …

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#74 - John Quarton - Inaugural Director of The Petrick Idea Center at IWU 27:12

3M ago27:12

27:12

Host: ⁠⁠⁠Patrick Hoban: CEO, Bloomington-Normal Economic Development Council ⁠⁠⁠ Guest: John Quarton: Inaugural Director of The Petrick Idea Center at Illinois Wesleyan University Website: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.bnbiz.org/⁠⁠⁠, The Petrick Idea Center at Illinois Wesleyan University ⁠ Topics: Get to know John Quarton, Fun Facts, The Perfect Day in Bloomingt…

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Leaders Start with Why (Ep. 67) 28:20

4M ago28:20

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Episode 67: Leaders Start with Why Questions to Ponder: Have you ever been asked to do something by a leader and not fully understood why? Have you, as a leader, ever asked your team to do something without explaining the task's true purpose? 1. Leaders Start with "Why" BOOK: Start with Why, by Simon Sinek Knowing the vision and direction as a lead…

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Special Guest: SFC John Noe (Ep. 66) 27:19

4M ago27:19

27:19

Episode 66: Hero Spotlight with SFC John Noe Mortuary Affairs – Provides dignity, honor and respect to fallen soldiers. BOOK: Where Men Win Glory: The Odyssey of Pat Tillman https://a.co/d/aA5PjP1 MOVIE: Taking Chance, starring Kevin Bacon Most rewarding part of your job? I feel like I am helping people with a service that a lot of people wouldn’t …

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#74 - Craig McLauchlan - Associate Vice President for Research and Graduate Studies at Illinois State University 35:52

4M ago35:52

35:52

Host: ⁠⁠Patrick Hoban: CEO, Bloomington-Normal Economic Development Council ⁠⁠ Guest: Craig McLauchlan Website: ⁠⁠https://www.bnbiz.org/⁠⁠ Topics: Get to know Craig McLauchlan, Fun Facts, The Perfect Day in Bloomington-Normal, and Why does Economic Development Matter? Info: https://news.illinoisstate.edu/2023/11/harriett-steinbach-named-director-of…

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Building Your Leadership Well (Ep. 65) 25:26

5M ago25:26

25:26

Episode 65 - Building Your Leadership Well: Going Deep to Lead Effectively Depth Equals Competence You are only as good as you continue to learn. To become a truly competent leader, you must dive deep into your field or industry. Competence allows you to: Make informed decisions Solve complex problems effectively Earn the respect and trust of your …

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#73 - Meet Ernie BNEDC's Newest Intern from Illinois Wesleyan University 18:22

6M ago18:22

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Host: ⁠Patrick Hoban: CEO, Bloomington-Normal Economic Development Council ⁠ Guest: Ernie Waterson Website: ⁠https://www.bnbiz.org/⁠, https://www.iwu.edu/ Topics: Get to know Ernie Waterson, Fun Facts, The Perfect Day in Bloomington-Normal, and Why does Economic Development Matter?

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Leaders Attract the Best (Ep. 64) 26:26

6M ago26:26

26:26

Episode 64: Leaders Attract the Best Point 1: Remote work is here to stay Leaders need to recognize that remote work is here to stay for a significant portion of the workforce. Invest in technology, foster open communication, and create a work culture that values flexibility. Leaders who adapt and provide the tools and support for remote work will …

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Building Your Winning Team (Ep. 63) 23:19

7M ago23:19

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Episode 63: Building Your Winning Team Point 1: Assembling the Right Mix of Talent It's not about finding the best individuals; it's about finding the right individuals to work effectively together to achieve a common goal. QUESTION: Where are you called to be a leader? Leaders need to assess the strengths and weaknesses of their team members and a…

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Nurturing Innovative Leaders (Ep. 62) 25:18

8M ago25:18

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Episode 62: Nurturing Innovative Leaders Leaders Empower Creative Mindsets QUESTION: Are you helping your people take calculated risks to be creative? The best leaders promote innovation by creating an environment of psychological safety. How to foster growth mindsets: Create learning opportunities (books, seminars, etc.) Continuous skill developme…

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#72 - Alan Sender, Bloomington-Normal Airport Authority Board Chairman 33:15

8M ago33:15

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Host: Patrick Hoban: CEO, Bloomington-Normal Economic Development Council Guest: Alan Sender Website: https://www.bnbiz.org/, https://cira.com/about-the-airport/airport-authority/ Topics: Get to know Alan Sender, Fun and Interesting Facts about Alan Sender, and hear why he thinks Economic Development Matters.…

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Leaders Sacrifice More (Ep. 61) 27:06

8M ago27:06

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Episode 61: Leaders Sacrifice More Personal Time and Energy Investment QUESTION: What kind of time and energy do you give to your team? Sacrificing personal time for work-related tasks is a hallmark of effective leadership. QUESTION: Are you the one who gets it done? Are you willing to go the extra mile? When everybody else goes home, leaders stay …

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Thriving in Leadership in the Workplace 26:26

9M ago26:26

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Episode 60 - Thriving in Leadership in the Workplace Build trust within your team. Trust starts by getting to know each team member on an individual level. Take the time to understand their strengths, challenges, and personal aspirations. Show genuine interest in their lives outside of work. Open and Transparent Communication: Be accessible and app…

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Leaders KnowTheir Weaknesses (Ep. 59) 20:25

9M ago20:25

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Episode 59: Leaders Know Their Weaknesses Point 1: Self-Awareness and Growth Leaders who possess self-awareness: have a deep understanding of their strengths and weaknesses play to their strengths and mitigate their weaknesses QUESTION: Are you aware of the stuff that you don't know? BOOK: 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership, John Maxwell “You don't …

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#71 - Robbie Osenga with Catalyst Construction Inc. 53:43

9M ago53:43

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Host: Patrick Hoban: CEO, Bloomington-Normal Economic Development Council Guest: Robbie Osenga Website: https://www.bnbiz.org/, https://catalystconstructs.com/ Topics: Get to know Robbie Osenga, Catalyst Construction Inc., Fun Facts, Why does Economic Development Matter?

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#70 - Axis 360, Meghan O'Neal-Rogozinski and Laura Pritts 36:39

10M ago36:39

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Host: Patrick Hoban: CEO, Bloomington-Normal Economic Development Council Guests: Meghan O'Neal-Rogozinski Laura PrittsWebsite: https://www.bnbiz.org/, https://axis360.co/ Topics: Axis 360, Fun Facts, Why does Economic Development Matter?

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Leaders Always Ask Questions (Ep. 58) 26:19

10M ago26:19

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Episode 58: Leaders Always Ask Questions Being in relationships with people is all about having great conversations. Asking Good Questions Fosters a Culture of Learning and Collaboration Collective efforts are greater than any individual's contribution. Creates a profound sense of camaraderie, trust, and unity among the team members. Actively liste…

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#69 - Dr. Thomas Keyser, Dean of Engineering at Illinois State University 12:03

10M ago12:03

12:03

Host: Patrick Hoban: CEO, Bloomington-Normal Economic Development Council Guests: Thomas Keyser Website: https://www.bnbiz.org/, https://illinoisstate.edu/ Topics: College of Engineering, Fun Facts, Why does Economic Development Matter?

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Effective Listening for Leaders (Ep. 57) 20:29

10M ago20:29

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Episode 57: Effective Listening for Leaders Listening Builds Communication Paul D. Hubbard was playing quarterback for Gallaudet University. As a leader, the way that you communicate with your team is as important. A leader needs to be able to communicate effectively. Listening well is a crucial aspect of effective communication for a leader. By ac…

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#68 - BN Innovation Alliance 25:44

11M ago25:44

25:44

Host: Patrick Hoban: CEO, Bloomington-Normal Economic Development Council Guests: Jamie Mathy, Leon Lewis, Charles Edamala, Craig Jackson Website: https://www.bnbiz.org/, https://www.bninnovationalliance.com/ Topics: BN Innovation Alliance, Central Illinois Cyber Security Summit

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Accountability in Leadership (Ep. 56) 20:05

11M ago20:05

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Episode 56: Accountability in Leadership BOOK: “Getting things done”, David Allen Leadership accountability is crucial for the success and growth of a business. Three reasons why accountability is important: Organizational Alignment Everybody is accountable for what happens within the company, no matter what level you are at. Leadership accountabil…

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#67 - Farewell to our Illinois State University Stevenson Center Fellow, Randall Dimmette- Schweigert 18:31

11M ago18:31

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We say farewell to our Illinois State University Stevenson Center Fellow, Randall Dimmette- Schweigert, and recap her time at the #BNEDC. Bios: Patrick Hoban: CEO, Bloomington-Normal Economic Development Council Courtney Schafer: Community Marketing Manager, Bloomington-Normal Economic Development Council Randall Dimmette- Schweigert: ISU Stevenson…

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#66 - BNEDC Welcomes Business Retention and Expansion Manager Carl Teichman 25:22

11M ago25:22

25:22

Patrick Hoban: CEO, Bloomington-Normal Economic Development Council Courtney Schafer: Community Marketing Manager, Bloomington-Normal Economic Development Council Carl Teichman: Business Retention and Expansion Manager, Bloomington-Normal Economic Development Council Website: https://www.bnbiz.org/ Topics: Destihl Brewery, Life Multiplied, Illinois…

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Developing a Change Mindset (Ep. 55) 22:41

12M ago22:41

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Episode 55: Developing a Change Mindset Identify common obstacles to change. “Everything changes and nothing remains still, and you cannot step twice into the same stream.” - Heraclitus Recognize the common obstacles individuals and organizations face when making changes. Fear of failure Resistance to change Rusty Nail Story: A lot of people are ex…

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#65 - BNEDC Welcomes Office Manager Nora Harrison 18:29

12M ago18:29

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Hosts: Patrick Hoban: CEO, Bloomington-Normal Economic Development Council Courtney Schafer: Community Marketing Manager, Bloomington-Normal Economic Development Council Nora Harrison: Office Manager, Bloomington-Normal Economic Development Council Website: https://www.bnbiz.org/ Topics: Carl's Ice Cream, Coldstone Creamery, Uptown Normal, Downtown…

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Practical Tips for Developing Leadership (Ep. 54) 28:09

1y ago28:09

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Episode 54: Practical Tips for Developing Leadership Here are a couple of practical ways to develop strong leadership skills to lead your team. Set clear goals. You stop your leadership right in its tracks if you don't have your goals set before you. You have to establish clear and measurable goals and then make sure that they align with the organi…

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Three Goals of an Aspiring Leader (Ep. 53) 22:04

1y ago22:04

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Episode 53: Three Goals of an Aspiring Leader 1. Develop Strong Communication Skills. Leaders must understand that effective communication is a crucial skill, no matter their industry. Communication helps: Convey their ideas & vision Build trust Resolve conflict Inspire others QUESTION: Are you practicing active listening skills? Active listening m…

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#64 - Chad Parker, President and CEO of Cybernautic 29:57

1y ago29:57

29:57

Patrick and Chad discuss how Cybernautic was started, a day in the life of being CEO, different organizations and ministries Chad is a part of, some of Chad's favorite spots here in Bloomington-Normal, and what economic development means and why it is essential to a community. Bios: Patrick Hoban Chad Parker Websites: BNEDC Cybernautic Topics: Goya…

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#63 - Workforce Development with Pride Staff's Sam Lewis 40:32

1+ y ago40:32

40:32

Patrick and Sam discuss national workforce challenges and Illinois incentive programs to assist Bloomington Normal and McLean County Businesses with hiring and upskilling workers. Bios: Patrick Hoban Sam Lewis Websites: BNEDC Pride Staff Topics: TEDx Normal Illinois Workforce Investment Board Chat GPT Bloomington Normal Rankings Black Swan Confessi…

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#62 - Meet Courtney Schafer BNEDC's New Community Marketing Manager 18:54

1+ y ago18:54

18:54

Patrick Hoban: CEO, BNEDC Courtney Schafer: Community Marketing Manager, BNEDC Randall Dimmette-Schweigert: ISU Rural Fellow, BNEDC Website: BNEDC, 309 Adventure

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#61 - Kim Kaufman with Kim Presents 39:13

1+ y ago39:13

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Patrick Hoban: CEO, Bloomington-Normal Economic Development Council Whitney Chesher: Community Marketing Manager, Bloomington-Normal Economic Development Council Website: Kim Presents Guest: Kim Kaufman Jobs: https://www.indeed.com/jobs?q=&l=McLean+County%2C+IL

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#60 - McLean County Chamber of Commerce with President and CEO Charlie Moore 42:33

1+ y ago42:33

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Patrick Hoban: CEO, Bloomington-Normal Economic Development Council Whitney Chesher: Community Marketing Manager, Bloomington-Normal Economic Development Council Website: McLean County Chamber of Commerce Guest: Charlie Moore Jobs: https://www.mcleancochamber.org/chamber/careers

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#59 - ISU Stevenson Center Fellow Randall Dimmette-Schweigert 24:00

2y ago24:00

24:00

Patrick Hoban: CEO, Bloomington-Normal Economic Development Council Whitney Chesher: Community Marketing Manager, Bloomington-Normal Economic Development Council Website: https://www.bnbiz.org/ Guest: Randall Dimmette-Schweigert Jobs: https://www.indeed.com/jobs?q=&l=McLean+County%2C+IL

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#58 - Community Branding with DCI 37:50

2y ago37:50

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Patrick Hoban: CEO, Bloomington-Normal Economic Development Council Whitney Chesher: Community Marketing Manager, Bloomington-Normal Economic Development Council Website: https://www.bnbiz.org/ Guest: Sarah Reinecke, Account Director at DCI Allie Maniglia, Senior Account Executive at DCI Jobs: https://www.indeed.com/jobs?q=&l=McLean+County%2C+IL Si…

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#57 - Nate Hinch, Attorney at Meyer Capel 33:52

2y ago33:52

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Patrick Hoban: CEO, Bloomington-Normal Economic Development Council Whitney Chesher: Community Marketing Manager, Bloomington-Normal Economic Development Council Website: https://www.bnbiz.org/ Guest: Nathan Hinch, Attorney at Meyer Capel Jobs: https://www.indeed.com/jobs?q=&l=McLean+County%2C+IL Site(s) of the Week: Meyer Capel Law Firm…

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#56 - McLean County Regional Planning Commission 46:02

2y ago46:02

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Patrick Hoban: CEO, Bloomington-Normal Economic Development Council Whitney Chesher: Community Marketing Manager, Bloomington-Normal Economic Development Council Website: https://www.bnbiz.org/ Guest: Raymond Lai, MCRPC Executive Director and Jennifer Sicks, Transportation Planner at MCRPC Jobs: https://www.indeed.com/jobs?q=&l=McLean+County%2C+IL …

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#55 - Commerce Bank President J Phillips 23:35

2y ago23:35

23:35

Patrick Hoban: CEO, Bloomington-Normal Economic Development Council Whitney Chesher: Community Marketing Manager, Bloomington-Normal Economic Development Council Website: https://www.bnbiz.org/ Guest: J Phillips, President of Bloomington-Normal Commerce Bank Jobs: https://www.indeed.com/jobs?q=&l=McLean+County%2C+IL Site of the Week: Commerce Bank…

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#54 - Ferrero Plant Manager Federico Forti 22:09

2y ago22:09

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Patrick Hoban: CEO, Bloomington-Normal Economic Development Council Whitney Chesher: Community Marketing Manager, Bloomington-Normal Economic Development Council Website: https://www.bnbiz.org/ Guest: Federico Forti, Plant Manager at Ferrero Jobs: https://www.indeed.com/jobs?q=&l=McLean+County%2C+IL Site of the Week: Ferrero…

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