Best Tammy Belton Davis Podcasts (2024)

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Bridging Differences and Creating Connections with Dominique Samari 22:01

9M ago22:01

22:01

Step into the world of transformative conversations with Dominique Samari, a visionary strategist, coach, and facilitator. Join us as we explore her journey from criminal defense attorney to fostering equitable and inclusive change through P3, the organization she co-founded. Delving into the heart of racial segregation, Dominique's Belonging Proje…

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Thriving Through Collaboration with Ken Robertson 20:52

9M ago20:52

20:52

Uncover the transformative journey led by Ken Robertson, the Executive Vice President and Chief Operating and Financial Officer of the Greater Milwaukee Foundation, as he shares his inspiring initiatives to empower disadvantaged neighborhoods. Ken is a driving force behind the ThriveOn Collaboration, which encompasses the remarkable restoration of …

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Community, Connections and Your Friendly Neighborhood Judge with Judge Derek Mosley 27:25

9M ago27:25

27:25

Let's listen to the inspiring journey of Judge Derek Mosley, a true advocate for empowering the youth and promoting civil discourse, whose path to the law was ignited by a character he saw on LA Law. Explore how Judge Mosley uses social media to share impactful Black history stories, inspiring future generations to rise against adversity. Find out …

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We Are the Ones We've Been Waiting for with Francesca Mayca Wegner 22:37

9M ago22:37

22:37

Hear about the incredible journey of Francesca Mayca Wegner, the President and Chief Possibilities Officer of Hispanic Professionals of Greater Milwaukee (HPGM), as she leads the charge for increased representation and economic opportunities for Hispanic and Latino communities in Wisconsin. Shaped by her upbringing, Francesca embodies a determined …

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Passion, Purpose and Building Milwaukee with Sarah Maio 22:21

9M ago22:21

22:21

Discover the heart of Milwaukee's cultural tapestry as Sarah Maio, VP of Marketing and Communications at the Wisconsin Center District, takes us behind the scenes. Listen to learn how her team crafts an experience that showcases Milwaukee's essence while driving economic growth. Sarah delves into transforming the Wisconsin Center District into a hi…

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Facilitating Change through Purpose, Passion and Possibility with Genyne Edwards 17:48

9M ago17:48

17:48

Join us for an inspiring dive into the world of transformation with Genyne Edwards, Co-Founder of the P3 Development Group and a dynamic and visionary leader, who is redefining change across industries. With a passion for people and a knack for creative problem-solving, she is paving the way for equitable and inclusive solutions. Genyne is a trailb…

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Rise and Lift: Unleashing the Power of Women with Jennifer Dirks 21:05

10M ago21:05

21:05

Embark on a journey of empowerment and advocacy with Jennifer Dirks, the dynamic President and CEO of Tempo, Wisconsin's largest women's professional group. She leads Tempo's impactful mission, providing a thriving space for women's professional growth. Guided by the powerful mantra, "The world moves when women rise," Jennifer passionately champion…

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UnstoppABLE: Possibility, Positivity, Passion & Perseverance with Damian Buchman 30:17

10M ago30:17

30:17

Prepare to be inspired as Damian Buchman, Founder and Executive Director of The Ability Center and Co-Founder of The Opportunity Center, shares his extraordinary story of conquering bilateral osteosarcoma, a childhood bone cancer. Against all odds, Damian's positivity became his lifeline, using "currencies" like possibility, positivity, passion, an…

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Fueling Good in Milwaukee with Corry Joe Biddle 23:45

10M ago23:45

23:45

Step into the world of Corry Joe Biddle, Vice-President of Community Affairs for the Metropolitan Milwaukee Chamber of Commerce and Director of Fuel Milwaukee. A Milwaukee native, she is determined to reshape perceptions about her city. Witnessing consistent change in once-exclusive environments fills her with optimism for Milwaukee's thriving busi…

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Building Opportunity and Transforming Communities with Frank Cumberbatch 27:48

11M ago27:48

27:48

What does it take to create lasting transformation in a community? Frank Cumberbatch, vice president of engagement at Bader Philanthropies, talks about his inspiring journey from the island of Trinidad and his commitment to improving the quality of life in Milwaukee. Cumberbatch’s latest endeavor, the Opportunity Center project, in collaboration wi…

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Storytelling and Gender Equity with Dr. Leah Flack 20:01

11M ago20:01

20:01

Storytelling and Gender Equity with Dr. Leah Flack Dr. Leah Flack is a professor of English at Marquette University and a member of the global nonprofit Narrative Four, which creates safe spaces through structured events called story exchanges where people can exchange meaningful stories and learn to listen deeply to each other. In this episode, Fl…

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Communicating for the Greater Good with Jeremy Podolski 21:35

11M ago21:35

21:35

How can storytelling and meaningful relationships drive positive change in communities? Jeremy Podolski, director of public relations and editorial strategy for the Greater Milwaukee Foundation (GMF), explores communicating for the greater good and how building relationships and pursuing equity are woven into this. Tune in to this powerful episode …

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Education-to-Career Pathways: Representation Matters with Bernard Rahming 20:38

11M ago20:38

20:38

Representation matters. Tune in to hear Bernard Rahming, the Milwaukee Program Director of the Literacy Lab's Leading Men Fellowship, share his passion for bridging the education opportunity gap and diversifying the teaching workforce. The Leading Men Fellowship is a transformative organization supports young men of color who have recently graduate…

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Advancing Racial Equity Through Homeownership with Teig Whaley-Smith 26:34

11M ago26:34

26:34

In this powerful episode, Teig Whaley-Smith, chief alliance executive of the Community Development Alliance (CDA), unveils his mission to advance racial equity by providing quality, affordable homeownership for Black and Latino Milwaukeeans. Join us as we delve into his data-driven approach and collaborative strategies that are reshaping the city's…

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Connecting through Storytelling with Faithe Colas 25:05

11M ago25:05

25:05

Faithe Colas, who is president of VonCommunications and a seasoned communications professional, explores the profound impact of stories and how they connect us all, including across different lived experiences. Faithe discusses her multifaceted career and how her early involvement in photojournalism shaped her path and delves into the legacy of her…

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Honoring Legacies and Building Communities with Dr. Camelia Clarke 19:49

12M ago19:49

19:49

Funeral homes have had a profound impact on communities for decades. Learn from Dr. Camelia Clarke, president and CEO of Paradise Memorial Funeral and Cremation Services and the Leon L. Williamson Funeral Home, as she shares her journey in the death care industry, the legacy of Black funeral homes and her commitment to serving families during their…

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The Art and Science of Feedback with Tammy Belton-Davis 25:39

12M ago25:39

25:39

How can we handle feedback in a way that promotes personal growth and development? Tammy Belton-Davis, founder and president of Athena Communications, shares invaluable insights on the art and science of giving and receiving feedback, as well as reminds us how feedback and criticism differ. She emphasizes the importance of delivering feedback with …

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Economic Development through Hospitality with Peggy Williams-Smith 27:42

1+ y ago27:42

27:42

Peggy Williams-Smith, president and CEO of VISIT Milwaukee, is passionate about selling her beloved city to national and international visitors. She grew up in the hospitality industry, starting work in the field at 15 years old, and her work these days has her doing everything from being part of a bipartisan group of leaders bidding for national p…

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A Stronger Southeastern Wisconsin through Connectivity with Dave Steele 22:12

1+ y ago22:12

22:12

Dave Steele, Executive Director of MobiliSE, shares how Milwaukee and surrounding areas are taking big steps to ensure equitable multi-modal transportation. From the introduction of Bus Rapid Transit to FlexRide Milwaukee — an on-demand shuttle program connecting people to suburban job sites — learn how these innovative solutions are helping people…

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A Legacy of Leadership with Greg Oberland 25:04

1+ y ago25:04

25:04

In this revealing conversation, retired Northwestern Mutual President Greg Oberland shares how be progressed through his career, beginning as an attorney in the company’s corporate law department and culminating his 36 years there at the helm. He learned the value of taking a business-minded approach when making decisions, while also embracing tran…

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Social Responsibility and Building the Urban Core with Kevin Newell 20:55

1+ y ago20:55

20:55

Kevin Newell, founder of Royal Capital, shares how his life’s work is committed to building the urban core through the lens of social responsibility. Newell’s passion for business led him to explore the potential of public-private partnerships after graduating from the prestigious Associates in Real Estate (ACRE) program at Marquette University. Ro…

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Creating Abundance, Empowering our Community with Gladys Manzanet 29:16

1+ y ago29:16

29:16

This episode of the podcast features Gladys Manzanet. As the leader of Northwestern Mutual's Hispanic Marketing Program, Gladys has been successful in evolving the program to focus on equity and inclusion by teaching cultural competency. Gladys shares her approach to introducing herself to multicultural audiences and emphasizes relationship buildin…

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Driving Social Change Through Sports Philanthropy with Cecelia Gore 19:09

1+ y ago19:09

19:09

Cecelia Gore leads strategic change and transformation in her current philanthropic role with the Brewers Community Foundation, the charitable arm of Milwaukee Brewers Baseball Club. As a leader in the Milwaukee community, she has been instrumental in raising $50 million for local nonprofits over the past decade. Cecelia has worked to drive social …

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Health Equity, Community by Community with Andres Gonzales 27:36

1+ y ago27:36

27:36

We explore how Andres Gonzales, vice president of community engagement and chief diversity officer at Froedtert Health, is making a lasting impact on the health care system through his passion for creating equity. He discusses his journey from Puerto Rico to Cleveland and how he has used his lived experiences to form initiatives that empower all co…

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Inspiring Change through Voice and Vision with Laura Glawe 22:20

1+ y ago22:20

22:20

Laura Glawe, Vice President of Marketing and Communications for the Greater Milwaukee Foundation, discusses how GMF is working to create lasting change. Through conversations around meals at On the Table events, GMF has prioritized key areas: early childhood education and care, impact investing to small businesses, housing and their internal cultur…

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Equity, Education and Families: Worthy Investments with Cory Nettles 45:18

1+ y ago45:18

45:18

In this episode, Generation Capital Growth Founder and Managing Director Cory Nettles shares deeply personal stories about his upbringing in Milwaukee and his driving desire to move with urgency and efficiency to make a difference, specifically for communities of color. Nettles is deeply grounded in the values instilled in him by his grandmother, b…

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Empowering Communities Through Education with Laura Gutierrez 37:49

1+ y ago37:49

37:49

Laura Gutierrez, who is the first woman and person from UCC Southside neighborhood to lead the United Community Center, draws on early experiences while pushing forward initiatives like empowering thriving Hispanic communities through education opportunities as an equalizer regardless of zip code or birthplace status. She believes in servant leader…

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Leading the Way with System Thinking and Education with Lauren Feaster 42:42

1+ y ago42:42

42:42

In today's episode, the inspiring Lauren Feaster discusses the unique platform she has as CEO of Milwaukee’s Professional Dimensions (PD) and what it means to lead with intention, integrity and heart, all rooted in system thinking. Her commitment to the work is rooted in her desire to ensure women, especially women of color, are embraced, elevated …

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The Importance of Collaboration in Addressing Healthcare Disparities with Andres Gonzalez 39:14

1+ y ago39:14

39:14

In our latest episode, Andres Gonzalez, the vice president of community engagement and chief diversity officer at Froedtert and the Medical College of Wisconsin, discusses how to be a catalyst for change and lifts Milwaukee as a place where organizations are intentionally investing in the community. Gonzalez also says that, too often, people in pos…

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Inclusion: ‘The Secret Sauce’ of Organizational Success with Kenyatta Sinclair 45:06

1+ y ago45:06

45:06

In this episode, Kenyatta Sinclair of the Greater Milwaukee Foundation shares why inclusion, humanity, and people feeling seen and valued are the most critical elements of doing transformational work. An equity, diversity and inclusion leader with more than two decades of experience, Sinclair also lifts what she sees as the differences between prof…

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The Role of Theater in Social Change with Chad Bauman 29:25

1+ y ago29:25

29:25

The theater has always been a powerful tool for social change. Tammy is joined by Chad Bauman, the Executive Director at Milwaukee Repertory Theater and discusses how theater can be used to ignite conversations about important issues, and promote positive change in society. Chad also explores how performing arts can be used to make a difference in …

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Passion, Hope, and Equity with Kendra Ingram 32:11

1+ y ago32:11

32:11

In today's episode, Kendra Ingram, President and CEO of the Marcus Center for the Performing Arts, shares her experience as a woman of color in the arts and culture industry and how she has used her platform to advocate for more diversity in leadership roles. She discusses how having more diversity in leadership positions can impact decision-making…

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Extraordinary Leadership with Thelma Sias 18:32

1+ y ago18:32

18:32

Thelma A. Sias, retired executive and the founder and president of the Sias Group, shares how her childhood and personal story influenced her capacity to lead and why she believes great leadership involves the ability to listen and follow other people. Sias discusses the importance of leading through critical conversations, as well as enabling othe…

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Words Matter: Fighting the Infodemic with Catherine Knipstein 21:10

1+ y ago21:10

21:10

In this episode, Catherine Knipstein, the Vice-President of Strategy of Athena Communications, tells us why words matter to her. She shares a story of when she realized she was going to translate this expertise into a career. She emphasizes simplicity when crafting your messages when you can. Catherine talks about her mantra, "Write tight." She als…

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Crucial Conversations with Alonzo Kelly 20:57

1+ y ago20:57

20:57

When the stakes are high, Dr. Alonzo Kelly has advice on how to navigate through, and succeed at, crucial conversations. As president and founder of the Kelly Leadership Group, Kelly recently was named a recipient of a 2022 Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award for Service and shares his expertise on purpose, growth and evolution. Kelly lifts the…

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Reimagining Philanthropy with Ellen Gilligan 20:56

1+ y ago20:56

20:56

In this episode, Ellen Gilligan shares the critical leadership lessons she has learned as president and CEO of the Greater Milwaukee Foundation as it works toward its goal of "A Milwaukee for All." Importantly, she shares, reimagining philanthropy means recognizing that the work is “more than money.” Gilligan discusses the need to shift from seeing…

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Unbought and Unbothered with Dr. Howard Fuller 29:14

1+ y ago29:14

29:14

Civil rights activist and education reform advocate Dr. Howard Fuller shares his powerful thoughts about what being unbought and unbothered mean to him – and what does bother him. Dr. Fuller also shares his approach to having conversations with people with whom you fundamentally disagree and why words have such power, including importantly with the…

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Leading with a Belief Mindset with Nick Dillon 24:29

1+ y ago24:29

24:29

Speaker, trainer and professional coach Nick Dillon – the Believe Coach – shares how critically important a belief mindset is in our professional and personal journeys, importantly the need to disrupt patterns and thoughts that don’t serve you. Dillon shares his daily mantras, the importance of expressing gratitude and the need for leaders to lever…

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The Power of Community Engagement with Faithe Colas 23:12

1+ y ago23:12

23:12

Multifaceted Faithe Colas discusses the power of community engagement and connecting people, emphasizing the importance of trust when building personal and professional relationships. She also shares her thoughts about authenticity and why she enjoys supporting young people as they’re coming up in their careers. Finally, Colas discusses community j…

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Purpose-Driven Leadership with Lazonnie Belton 31:15

1+ y ago31:15

31:15

In this episode, Lazonnie Belton, a member of the Athena Speakers Bureau who built her career through dedication, commitment and innovation, shares her thoughts on purpose-driven leadership. Belton explains the importance of self-reflection -- including accepting feedback and being humble enough to ask for help. Belton also emphasizes the belief th…

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Centering Community in Philanthropy with Ellen Gilligan 27:27

1+ y ago27:27

27:27

Why is centering community in philanthropy critical to the success of the work of the Greater Milwaukee Foundation? For Ellen Gilligan, the organization’s president and CEO, it’s because it’s imperative to lead with an asset-based approach that invests in people because they best know what they need. Additionally, Gilligan shares ideas about how in…

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Faith, Education, Purpose: A Higher Calling with Dr. Marcus Arrington 50:05

1+ y ago50:05

50:05

In a wide-ranging conversation that chronicles his journey from educator to leader to pastor, Dr. Marcus Arrington shares how his faith has undergirded his life’s work, in particular the key recognition that he believes that all individuals are made uniquely in the image of God and deserve respect and dignity because of this. Dr. Arrington also sha…

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A Systems Approach to Advancing Equity with Dr. Greer Jordan 29:39

2y ago29:39

29:39

With professional training as an engineer and in organizational behavior, Dr. Greer Jordan shares how she has navigated approaching equity, inclusion and belonging work from a systems approach, always seeking to understand how people best function together. Dr. Jordan also explains why we must remember that we are mutually dependent upon one anothe…

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Wiser, Bolder and Better with Paula Penebaker 51:54

2y ago51:54

51:54

In this episode, we’re joined by Paula Penebaker, who is as busy as ever after formally retiring in 2019 from her role as president of the YWCA Southeast Wisconsin. In a career spanning multiple industries, Paula has long led and championed authentic and honest conversations about race among people who have different lived experiences. Ultimately, …

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Radical Energy & Authentic Leadership with Dr. Monique Liston 46:57

2y ago46:57

46:57

Dr. Monique Liston is authentic, transparent and real. She discusses growing up in what’s considered the most nationally infamous ZIP code 53206, confirmation bias, measuring what matters and more. As the founder of Ubuntu Research and Evaluation, Dr. Liston highlights the importance of research-based accountability to create an equitable world. Dr…

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Using Action to Build Resiliency Skills in a Diverse World with Dr. Brandon Currie 31:21

2y ago31:21

31:21

No matter your age, developing resilience is important. In today's episode, Dr. Brandon Currie discusses the organization he founded and leads, STRYV365, a Milwaukee nonprofit dedicated to helping individuals overcome trauma by fostering resilience through responsible decision-making, self- and social awareness, self-management, and strong relation…

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Leading with Equity with Dr. Howard Fuller 39:58

2y ago39:58

39:58

In today`s episode, we are joined by Dr. Howard Fuller. He talks about how he is approaching his work from an equity perspective, removing personal agenda from the equation, and the importance of leadership and community involvement in achieving equity. Dr. Fuller also shares his thoughts on how to create more inclusive environments, what he sees a…

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Being Comfortable With Discomfort 16:40

2y ago16:40

16:40

In this inaugural episode of On the Edge of Equity, your hosts Tammy Belton-Davis, Becky Dubin Jenkins and Dave Ratfelders share the impetus behind launching a podcast focused on diversity, equity and inclusion and what the name means to them. What should you expect? Tough questions, raw conversations. Time spent being comfortable with discomfort. …

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Introducing On The Edge Of Equity 1:39

2y ago1:39

1:39

On the Edge of Equity is a bold new podcast that features crucial conversations centered on equity, diversity and inclusion. But this isn’t just talking the talk. It’s about inspiring action… asking tough questions and getting honest answers – because that’s the only way that real change happens. So if you’re ready to help move our communities from…

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