Best Women In Business Impact Lab Podcasts (2024)

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S4E12 - Issues Affecting Women's Abilities to Seek, Prepare for and Attain Business Leadership Positions, with Elissa Sangster 28:54

11d ago28:54

28:54

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Elissa Sangster about issues affecting women's abilities to seek, prepare for and attain business leadership positions. Elissa Sangster (https://www.linkedin.com/company/fortefoundation/) serves as CEO of Forté and brings to the role extensive knowledge of issues affecting women's abiliti…

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Rewriting the Playbook for Women’s Investing with Tessa Flippin, Founder and Managing Partner at Capitalize VC 33:07

18m ago33:07

33:07

Investing in venture capital has historically been a men’s game, and the companies that receive funding reflect that. Less than 2% of venture funding is awarded to women-led companies, and that number has remained the same for many years. But as the pool of venture investors diversifies, we believe that number should grow. Tessa Flippin, Founder of…

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How Big Law Is Helping Develop The Legal Department: Joe Glynias Husch Blackwell 39:11

16h ago39:11

39:11

ICYMI, there's a sea change happening at law firms. Progressive firms like Husch Blackwell are recognizing that law practice isn't a one-size-fits-all career. After noticing that colleagues who left the firm for in-house roles were unprepared or maybe didn't find the right fit, Glynias worked with the professional development team led by Sommer Bou…

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Building and Investing in Africa’s Web3 Infrastructure to Tackle Real Life Problems with Vincent LI 39:06

4h ago39:06

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Episode 123 with Vincent Li, who is a product manager, seasoned entrepreneur, investor, and mentor. He has more than 15 years’ experience in tech product management and VC investment in China, Africa, and the Middle East. Vincent is also a founding partner of Adaverse, which is the Cardano Ecosystem Accelerator that aggregates entrepreneurs, strate…

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Mark Russell, CEO of the Children’s Society, on launching a new hub for children, celebrating a £1M grant from BBC Children in Need and making a positive impact! 31:51

1d ago31:51

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The CEO of the Children’s Society, Mark Russell, talks about the new children’s support hub they’re launching in London, UK in July 2024, their 140-year history, ambitions for the future and creating an evidence base to roll out a nation-wide network of support hubs. We celebrate the £1M grant from BBC Children in Need just announced on 15th May to…

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The Pulse of US-China Relations, The Potential Impact of the Upcoming US Election, and Strategies for MNCs to Mitigate Geopolitical Risk, with Joe Mazur of Trivium China 36:47

3h ago36:47

36:47

In this engaging episode of The Negotiation podcast, host Todd Embley sits down with Joe Mazur, Senior Analyst at Trivium China, a research firm specializing in China’s politics and economy. Based in Beijing and with his finger on the pulse of US-China relations, Joe provides valuable insights into the current state of the bilateral relationship, a…

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Episode 227 - 20/20 Seed Labs & Celebrating 35 Years In Business 55:30

2h ago55:30

55:30

In this week’s episode, Tracy speaks to Sarah Foster from 20/20 Seed Labs about “20/20 Seed Labs & Celebrating 35 Years In Business.” In this episode, Tracy and Sarah discuss: Sarah’s background, her immigration to Canada, and why she decided to launch 20/20 Seed Labs. Sarah shares more about 20/20 Seed Labs including who they are, what they do, an…

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S02 #122 The Phoenix within | Dr Sane Ngidi 50:00

1h ago50:00

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Trusting myself when pain thrives and nothing makes sense. Join host Carmen Murray on the Conscious Leadhers Podcast as she delves deep into the inspiring journey of Dr. Sane Ngidi, a remarkable woman who has traversed the realms of academia, corporate leadership, and personal adversity with grace and resilience. In this compelling episode, Dr. San…

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Investing with Purpose: Women in Capital Making a Difference with Naseem Sayani, Co-founder and GP of Emmeline Ventures 34:05

7d ago34:05

34:05

Less than 2% of all venture funding every year goes to women-founded businesses. But while that number has not changed in recent years, the amount of women actively investing has increased significantly. Our mission at How Women Lead is to create opportunities and access for women investors to help increase the amount of funding for women in the ve…

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Show Me The Money: Understanding Incentive Compensation In The Legal Department: Eric Clark BCWM 36:58

6d ago36:58

36:58

Considering a job with Are you struggling to understand the difference between restricted stock, options and appreciation rights? How should you evaluate a compensation package that includes equity? It all comes down to risk tolerance and timing. Eric Clark, CEO of financial planning firm BCWM is in The Legal Department to demystify these and other…

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#121 MenoMove | Colleen Larsen 28:48

2h ago28:48

28:48

A menopause movement to help corporates support women. MenoMove, a groundbreaking initiative by Business Engage, revolutionising corporate culture by advocating for menopause awareness, support, and education in the workplace. MenoMove aims to dismantle the stigma surrounding menopause and foster inclusive environments where employees feel understo…

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Positioning Africa as a Key Player in the Global Semiconductor Supply Chain with Ola Fadiran 52:21

8d ago52:21

52:21

Episode 122 with Ola Fadiran, who is Co-Founder and CEO at Chiplab, a company that emerged from a critical need—bridging the talent gap in the semiconductor industry and unlocking Africa’s youthful potential. Inspired by conversations with industry leaders seeking to diversify their workforce, including the inclusion of more women and diverse talen…

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Ahmad Alhendawi, Secretary General of the World Organization of the Scout Movement (WOSM): Launching a new global strategy and tackling the SDGs 29:39

8h ago29:39

29:39

The Secretary General of the World Organization of the Scout Movement (WOSM), Ahmad Alhendawi, joins Alberto Lidji as the 100-day countdown starts to Word Scouting’s general assembly in August 2024; bringing together members from 174 countries as they launch their new global strategy for the next 10 years; unveiling a refreshed brand, and leveragin…

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Episode 226 - AG Direct Hail - A BIG Break for Canadian Farmers 28:11

2h ago28:11

28:11

In this week’s episode, Tracy speaks to Bruce Lowe and Baillie Shewkenek, from AG Direct Hail. Are you in the market for hail insurance? If so, you will not want to miss this episode, in which Tracy, Bruce, and Baillie discuss the AG Direct Hail difference and an exciting announcement for prairie farmers in 2024. They discuss: How is AG Direct Hail…

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Rwandan Coffee in China; Bringing Global Brands onto Tmall; Indonesian E-commerce Boom and more, with Dean Diabate 53:14

3d ago53:14

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In this episode of The Negotiation podcast, host Todd Embley is joined by Dean Diabate, an expert in the world of China e-commerce and Africa/EU-China trade relations. From his early career beginnings in Paris, Dean recounts his initial venture into China's burgeoning e-commerce sector, the pivotal transitions that led him to Alibaba, and the lesso…

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Supporting Young Professionals through Early Career Development with Ivoree Jordan & Myshell Gresham 47:16

10d ago47:16

47:16

As we progress in our careers, we better understand the importance of mentorship and coaching in our professional lives. Too often though, career coaching and professional development resources aren’t accessible to young professionals, whether it’s cost or time-prohibited. Ivoree Jordan and Myshell Gresham have started We Have Range to change that …

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Using DEI To Level-Up The Legal Department: Valerie Portillo, Diversity Lab 36:30

10d ago36:30

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Valerie Portillo leads the legal department and law firm integration at Diversity Lab, the organization that pioneered DEI for the legal profession. The Diversity Lab convened a hackathon of legal leaders at Stanford Law School, where the Mansfield Certification was developed. This framework has become "the" standard to measure diversity and inclus…

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Frank Aswani, CEO of the Africa Venture Philanthropy Alliance (AVPA), on creating an impact ecosystem in Africa 31:16

12d ago31:16

31:16

The CEO of the Africa Venture Philanthropy Alliance (AVPA), Frank Aswani, joins Alberto Lidji to discuss creating an impact ecosystem in Africa and to explore the continuum of impact capital, from traditional philanthropy to private sector capital. A key challenge AVPA is focused on: How to solve Africa’s long-term sustainable growth financing chal…

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Trade, Tech, and Transformation: Creating a Lean and Trusted Ecosystem for Trade in Africa with Geoffrey de Mowbray 54:39

15d ago54:39

54:39

Episode 121 with Geoffrey de Mowbray, who is creating a lean and trusted ecosystem for trade through his two business ventures. He is the Chief Executive Officer at Via.Trade, which enables trade by digitising several aspects of the supply chain and bringing customers and suppliers together, all supported by a financial solution and world-leading l…

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Episode 225: American Agri-Women Association with Rose Tryon 29:48

4d ago29:48

29:48

In this week’s episode, Tracy speaks to Rose Tryon from American Agri-Women Association. American Agri-Women is the largest national coalition of farm, ranch, & agribusiness women. AAW members have been advocating for agriculture since 1974. Join our diverse group of women from across the country who are committed to advocating for agriculture. Our…

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Older Adults and Epilepsy: the Causes, the Signs, and the Treatments 28:27

11d ago28:27

28:27

Dr. Laura O’Dwyer discusses the fastest growing segment of people living with epilepsy, adults over 65 years old. Dr. O’Dwyer provides an overview of the causes of epilepsy in older adults, the subtle signs to look for, and the importance The post Older Adults and Epilepsy: the Causes, the Signs, and the Treatments appeared first on CURE Epilepsy.…

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The Power of Storytelling in Venture Capital with Gayle Jennings O'Byrne 30:11

5d ago30:11

30:11

Venture capital has a reputation for only funding certain demographics of entrepreneurs, particularly white men. As both entrepreneurs seeking funding and investors looking to support them become more diverse, we don’t necessarily see that trend change. Gayle Jennings O’Byrne is here today to talk about the power of storytelling in venture capital …

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How To Land A Seat On A Corporate Board: Betsy Berkhemer-Credaire 50/50 Women On Boards 36:35

21d ago36:35

36:35

In this jam-packed episode, Betsy Berkhemer-Credaire, President of 50/50 Women on Boards, pulls back the curtain on what it takes to land a seat on a corporate board. In a conversation tailored specifically for lawyers, Betsy discusses why lawyers need more than governance experience to serve on corporate boards. She shares why building a network o…

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#120 Everything is Connected | Adriana Marais 1:01:17

17d ago1:01:17

1:01:17

Chance favours those who lead with interconnectedness. What a profound conversation ... BIG AHA MOMENTS. If you have an open mind, want to explore interconnectedness, and the incredible possibility to dance with the deep respect with life here and beyond, this is for you. This is a conversation about the beauty within you, and remembering your anci…

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From Zero to Millions: Pulse Sports Journey and the Rise of African Sports Media with James Torvaney 45:24

7d ago45:24

45:24

Episode 120 with James Torvaney, the visionary Managing Director behind Pulse Sports, a thriving online sports news platform with a staggering 2 million monthly users. James's journey is one of amazing growth, having guided Pulse Sports from its inception to become the leader in the field in Nigeria, Kenya, and Uganda. Pulse Sports is part of the r…

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Lynette Bell, President of the Truist Foundation, on strengthening small businesses, developing career pathways for economic mobility and why philanthropy is fueling the marketplace of ideas 30:01

7d ago30:01

30:01

The President of the Truist Foundation, Lynette Bell, joins Alberto Lidji to discuss strengthening small businesses, developing career pathways for economic mobility, and why philanthropy is fueling the marketplace of ideas. Find out how the Truist Foundation is co-creating programs, building the body of evidence, and how they are convening nationa…

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Boardroom Bound: Strategies for Success with Kimberley Goode 33:18

23d ago33:18

33:18

There is no better time to prepare for your search for a board position than in the seasons of life leading up to it. And with 30% of those on public company boards now being women, there are more resources than ever to prepare you and stories from other women who have already made the journey to learn from. Join us for a replay of our recent Linke…

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#119 Apathy - The Hope Stealer 58:17

24d ago58:17

58:17

Use your vote for a hopeful future from brands to political parties. In this engaging session with Khanyisa Phika (Economist | Absip Women In Focus | Advisory Board:Conscious LeadHERS), Bronwyn Williams (Futurist and Partner Flux Trends, Economist; Advisory Board: Conscious LeadHERS), and Sanisha Packirisamy (Economist and columnist for Financial T…

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What It Takes To Be A Good Lawyer In The Legal Department: Dana Lira Warner Brothers Discovery 31:02

13d ago31:02

31:02

The client's definition of “a good lawyer” is different than yours." "Harry Potter's Lawyer" in-house veteran Dana Lira SVP Legal at Warner Brothers Discovery shares tactics for being a good business partner and building relationships with clients. We talk about why communication is one of the hardest "soft skills" to master in-house and how you ca…

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S4E11 - Empowering Marginalized Communities, with Thomas Ng 42:20

17d ago42:20

42:20

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover and Dr. Angela Schill talks with Thomas Ng about empowering marginalized communities. Thomas Ng is the founder of Genashtim, a for-profit social enterprise that aims to empower marginalized communities, through specialization in eLearning, Digitalization, and ESG services. His remarkable journey beg…

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Australia China Business Council CEO Tom Parker on Warming Bilateral Ties 34:24

14d ago34:24

34:24

In this episode of The Negotiation podcast, host Todd Embley is joined by Tom Parker, National CEO of the Australia China Business Council (ACBC), for an insightful discussion on the evolving dynamics of Australia-China relations and the expanding opportunities for Australian businesses in China. Tom begins by introducing ACBC, outlining its missio…

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Daniela Ligiero, CEO and President of Together for Girls and Co-Founder of the Brave Movement: working to end sexual violence against children and adolescents 28:32

21d ago28:32

28:32

Daniela Ligiero, CEO and President of Together for Girls and Co-Founder of the Brave Movement, joins us to talk about working to end sexual violence against children and adolescents. Daniela is a survivor of child sexual abuse and has been sharing her story publicly for around 15 years. The silence around this topic is something that needs to be ta…

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Advancing Women’s Economic Power in Africa Through Financial Access and Digital Technologies with Rachel Toku-Appiah 46:20

14d ago46:20

46:20

Episode 119 with Rachel Toku-Appiah, who is the Director of Program Advocacy and Communications for Africa at the Gates Foundation, and is at the forefront of advocating for gender equality across the African continent. Her extensive expertise and leadership within the foundation's advocacy efforts position her at the forefront of this critical mov…

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S4E10 - Find Your Clear Vision, A New Mindset to Create a Vibrant Personal or Professional Brand with Purpose, with Lisa Guillot 32:31

26d ago32:31

32:31

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Lisa Guillot about her book, Find Your Clear Vision, A New Mindset to Create a Vibrant Personal or Professional Brand with Purpose. Lisa Guillot (https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisagguillot/) is a certified transformational life and leadership coach and branding expert. She helps her clients…

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Episode 224: “Innovating Women’s Farm & Ranch Wear” with Michelle Durnin 39:05

1M ago39:05

39:05

In this week’s episode Tracy speaks to Michelle Durnin in this episode titled “Innovating Women’s Farm & Ranch Wear.” This one is for the ladies. Are you tired of the awkward fitting work wear? Wish you had farm gear designed specifically for the shapes and curves gifted to us ladies? If so, you will not want to miss Michelle's incredible entrepren…

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Unlearning Silence with Elaine Lin Hering 23:25

19d ago23:25

23:25

We have all learned rules around when our voices should and should not be heard; when it’s safe to speak up and moments when it’s too costly to use our voices. Anyone who carries a subordinated identity, particularly women, experience the expectation of silence baked into corporate policies and practices, while it goes unnoticed or misunderstood by…

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Leadership, Team Building, And Career Pivots In The Legal Department: Scott Becker Becker's Healthcare 39:26

20d ago39:26

39:26

Scott Becker created a massive media company while working as a lawyer. Over several decades, he and his CEO, Jessica Cole, built Becker's Healthcare, the largest media company focused solely on the healthcare industry. Today, with several daily newsletters, podcasts, conferences, and other events, Scott and Jessica develop an essential community f…

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The Incredible Story of Happy Coffee's Impact on Nigeria's Coffee Culture and Value Chain with Princess Adeyinka Tekenah 36:54

1M ago36:54

36:54

Episode 118 with Princess Adeyinka Tekenah, CEO of Happy Coffee, an indigenous Nigerian coffee brand and coffee solution company that has been actively dedicated to creating awareness about the Nigerian coffee value chain and improving the production and consumption of locally sourced Nigerian coffee since its establishment in 2015. Despite facing …

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Graham Macmillan, President of Visa Foundation, and Melissa Stevens, Executive Vice President of Philanthropy at the Milken Institute, on corporate philanthropy 35:08

1M ago35:08

35:08

We look at the world of corporate philanthropy and are delighted to host Graham Macmillan, President of Visa Foundation, and Melissa Stevens, Executive Vice President of Philanthropy at the Milken Institute. Graham Macmillan develops and executes Visa Foundation’s impact investing and grantmaking strategy in support of its mission to help inclusive…

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Isa Paz- Latin Recording Academy 41:16

23d ago41:16

41:16

Isabel C. Paz is the newly appointed Member Services Director at The Latin Recording Academy®. In her role she merges more than 20 years of industry expertise to provide upmost service to new and existing members, actively retaining, and growing a diverse membership body while strategically implementing campaigns motivating active and ongoing parti…

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S4E9 - Diversity and Inclusion and Empowering Women in Finance, with Lindsey Lewis 34:54

1M ago34:54

34:54

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Lindsey Lewis about diversity and inclusion and empowering women in finance. Lindsey Lewis (https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindseycarolyn/) has built a career around women and money. She not only helps women take charge of their finances as a Chartered Financial Consultant® (ChFC®) and CFP® …

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Women-led Healthcare Innovation and Investment with Michele Colucci 21:49

29d ago21:49

21:49

Healthcare technologies continue to see innovation faster than ever before. But as technologies change to ideally improve healthcare for everyone, we cannot have the only minds in the space be white men. Michele Colucci is here today to talk about the shift towards more women getting involved in venture funding for healthcare technologies. This wee…

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Network Building Is Essential In The Legal Department: Michael Melcher, Author, Your Invisible Network 39:42

27d ago39:42

39:42

In this "how to" episode, Michael Melcher, executive coach and author of Your Invisible Network, is in The Legal Department to share strategies for building your network. Relationships are essential to career success and can be a source of joy and fulfillment in life. In Your Invisible Network, Michael says that "relationships are a form of wealth …

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Discovering, Developing, and Signing Emerging World-Class Football Players From Africa with Kingsley Pungong and James Woods 45:40

28d ago45:40

45:40

Episode 117 with Kingsley Pungong, the Founder and CEO, and James Woods, a Partner and Director of Rainbow Sports Global. Rainbow Sports Global is a leading sports enterprise with a global footprint that has successfully positioned itself as a leading Pan-African sports entity, providing holistic management, marketing, and media solutions for footb…

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Kate Grant, Chief Executive of the Fistula Foundation, on receiving $15M from philanthropist MacKenzie Scott and treating women with devastating childbirth injuries 28:51

1M ago28:51

28:51

Kate Grant, Chief Executive of the Fistula Foundation, on receiving $15M from philanthropist MacKenzie Scott and treating women with devastating childbirth injuries. Obstetric fistula is a devastating childbirth injury. It leaves a woman incontinent, humiliated, and—all too often—shunned by her community. Surgery is the only cure. The Fistula Found…

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S4E8 - To My Younger Self: Insights and Reflections, with Dr. Krista Andersen 22:34

2M ago22:34

22:34

In this podcast episode, we share Dr. Krista Andersen's recent keynote remarks at the UVU Women in Business Case Competition, titled: "To My Younger Self: Insights and Reflections." Krista (https://www.linkedin.com/in/drkristaandersen/) has a passion for mediation. Her education began with a Bachelor’s of Science from Utah Valley University in Busi…

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One Woman’s Epilepsy Journey Through Childhood, Parenting, Discrimination, and Surgery 36:57

1M ago36:57

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This month on Seizing Life® author Laura Beretsky shares her decades-long journey with epilepsy chronicled in her recent memoir Seizing Control. The post One Woman’s Epilepsy Journey Through Childhood, Parenting, Discrimination, and Surgery appeared first on CURE Epilepsy.By CURE Epilepsy

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Grace Wu | Becoming a Little Red Book Influencer and Fostering Australia-China Connections 39:53

1M ago39:53

39:53

In this episode of The Negotiation podcast, host Todd Embley has an engaging conversation with Grace Wu, Director of Business for the Australia-China Culture and Language Advisory (ACCLA) and a notable lifestyle and education influencer on Little Red Book. Grace brings a unique perspective on the cultural and educational exchange between Australia …

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#118 Authentic Leadership 51:08

1M ago51:08

51:08

Sacrificing your authenticity comes at a cost. You don't want to miss this one! Dr. Melanie Van Rooy will blow your minds away with her insights, stories, and personality. She is a flamingo amongst a flock of pigeons. I find her so inspirational, and her insights into authentic leadership are so important in our times. As leaders, if we want to bri…

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Episode 223: Harvest Optimization Tools with Marcel Kringe Founder & CEO of Bushel Plus 1:12:58

2M ago1:12:58

1:12:58

In this week’s episode, Tracy speaks to Marcel Kringe about “Harvest Optimization” and how the Bushel Plus products are adding more value and profit to each harvest. Are you looking to reduce harvest wastage, increase yield in the bins and generate more profit at the end of each season? If so, that is precisely what Tracy and Marcel are speaking ab…

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