Best Forum Communications Company Podcasts (2024)

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Syed “Raj” Imteaz, President, Head of Convertible and Equity Derivatives, ICR – Inflation Insulation: Navigating complex capital markets with advisory expertise 18:51

24h ago18:51

18:51

In the current macro environment with growing inflation and financial uncertainty, it's no wonder companies are actively seeking alternative solutions to safeguard their businesses. But today's guest is more than just an alternative; he's a game-changer for his clients, helping them maximize their financial outcomes. Today we're sitting down with R…

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The Corporate Bartender - Corporate Video That Doesn't Suck with Pat Taggart 1:05:39

1h ago1:05:39

1:05:39

What's up everyone and welcome to The Corporate Bartender! Whelp, today, my friends, is FANTASTIC! We've got gorillas chasing bananas, motorcycles, big dudes who love to eat, and even Pearl Jam. It's a lot, I know. We've got Pat Taggart on the program, and we're STOKED Who's Pat Taggart? I'm glad you asked! Pat is the founder and CEO of Sky Blue Cr…

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Charles Baker, Partner, Sidley Austin, Co-Chair Entertainment, Sports & Media – He Shoots, He Scores! : Winning strategies for the game of sports and entertainment investments (re-broadcast) 33:45

8d ago33:45

33:45

This week we’re looking back at one of our most popular episodes of the last 6 months: our conversation with Charles Baker. Every investment comes with plenty of responsibility, but in a multifaceted market like sports and entertainment with varied revenue streams and worldwide integration, navigating this complex landscape can be overwhelming. Tod…

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How AI is transforming strategic communications 44:41

16h ago44:41

44:41

AI strategist Kathleen Perley shares top recommended AI tools and how to optimize them for business communications strategies. Our guest Our episode guest is Kathleen Perley, professor of AI at Rice University’s Jones School of Business. Kathleen is an innovative healthcare tech leader and trusted adviser in the emerging world of optimizing AI for …

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Ajay Kochhar, President, CEO, and Co-Founder, Li-Cycle – Powering the Future: Leading the charge in sustainability through revolutionary lithium-ion recycling 27:49

2d ago27:49

27:49

Lithium-ion batteries are playing a big part in clean energy development, but making the battery itself clean and efficient will be crucial for the future of this technology. Today's guest is right at the center of making that happen. We're sitting down with Ajay Kochhar, who is President, CEO, and Co-Founder of Li-Cycle, a leading global lithium-i…

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The Corporate Bartender - WTH is Executive Presence? with Loreta Tarozaite 1:01:49

3d ago1:01:49

1:01:49

What's up everyone and welcome to The Corporate Bartender! Today is a good day! We are so excited to have Loreta Tarozaite on the program today. Never heard of Loreta? You know we've got ya covered! We're talking executive presence, how to be a better communicator, leveraging tools like video, and what happens when you just need the 'master cleaner…

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Fred LeFranc, Managing Partner and Co-founder, Results Thru Strategy – The Secret Ingredient: Spicing up your strategy to succeed in hospitality 32:11

22d ago32:11

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To be a great consultant, a deep understanding of an industry is table stakes, but you also have to connect with the needs of the employees that work within it, while helping a business grow and change appropriately. It's not an easy formula to master, but today's guest has figured it out. Today we're sitting down with long-time FOICER - that stand…

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Dr. Denis Phares, Founder & CEO, Dragonfly Energy – Charging Ahead: Powering sustainability efforts through a battery breakthrough 30:38

16d ago30:38

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Outsourcing our sustainability efforts does help us get one step closer to an eco-friendly future, but to make a true impact we have to develop our own resources and processes. Our guest today is helping to drive the green revolution right here at home. Joining us on this episode is Dr. Denis Phares. After establishing himself as a tenured professo…

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The Corporate Bartender - Healing Old Wounds and Kicking Ass! with Amber Ontiveros 59:53

17d ago59:53

59:53

What's up everyone and welcome to The Corporate Bartender! Wow! We are amidst a run of banger episodes! We are so excited to have Amber Ontiveros on the program today. Never heard of Amber? Well, she's gonna blow your mind! We're talking Near Death Experiences, Changing your patterns to avoid "suck assness", and getting DEEP into the four wounds th…

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Thomas Sandgaard, Founder, Chairman, President, and CEO, Zynex Medical – Electrifying the Industry: Revolutionizing chronic pain care with innovative service and solutions 30:04

1M ago30:04

30:04

There's a reason it's called healthcare – care and carefulness are at the core, and if you want to be successful in the field, you've got to understand the significance of compliance, exceptional service, and continuous expansion. Today's guest has mastered that formula. We're sitting down with Thomas Sandgaard who is Chairman, President, and CEO o…

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Jennifer Holmgren, CEO of LanzaTech – Fueling the Future: Transforming pollution into energy solutions (re-broadcast) 33:18

1M ago33:18

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Innovation is about creation, but it's also about finding new spaces where those creations can be used. Today's guest has applied a centuries-old scientific process to solve the problems of a global industry. Today's guest is Dr. Jennifer Holmgren, CEO of LanzaTech. Under Jennifer’s guidance, LanzaTech is developing a variety of platform chemicals …

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Kevin McLaughlin, Co-Founder & CCO, and Mary Ellen Coyne, CEO, J. McLaughlin – Dressed for Success: Designing a brand's future with customer-centric simplicity (re-broadcast) 37:56

2M ago37:56

37:56

The sign of a strong apparel brand isn't always about covering every billboard. It's about longevity, steady growth, and speaking the customer's language. And today's two guests certainly know how to do that. On this episode, we're sitting down with Kevin McLaughlin, Co-Founder and Chief Creative Officer of J. McLaughlin, and Mary Ellen Coyne, the …

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Tom Nolan, CEO of Kendra Scott – Bling it On: Building a Values-Driven Jewelry Empire (re-broadcast) 32:16

1M ago32:16

32:16

In business, you have to want to win. But in addition to that, simple, honest values go an incredibly long way. Today's guest leads a company that is powered by that philosophy. On this episode we get to sit down with Tom Nolan, CEO of the jewelry and accessories brand, Kendra Scott. Tom leads the billion dollar business by balancing day-to-day fun…

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Pete Najarian, Managing Partner, RW3 Ventures – Digital Disruption: Decoding the crypto world and revolutionizing finance through blockchain technology 36:59

2M ago36:59

36:59

As the world embraces cryptocurrency, blockchain technology, and deregulated finance, there's a massive transformation on the horizon. But if you're going to invest in these innovations, you need to be incredibly diligent and have a deep understanding of the tech. Today's guest has both. We're sitting down with Pete Najarian, who is the Managing Pa…

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PART 7: The Disappearance of Belinda Van Lith 26:58

2M ago26:58

26:58

This is part 7, the final episode in the series on the disappearance of Belinda Van Lith, and the investigation that followed. In this episode, we explore new information brought to light through listener contributions, including potential suspects and insight into the day Belinda went missing. We also discuss Belinda's troll necklace, which contai…

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The Corporate Bartender - Transform Your Team with Charlie Gilkey 1:04:05

2M ago1:04:05

1:04:05

What's up everyone and welcome to The Corporate Bartender! You are all in for a treat today! Some conversations are great, and then there's this one! We are so excited to have Charlie Gilkey on the program today. Never heard of Charlie, well buckle up, you're gonna wanna take some notes! We're talking about teams, and the team habits will transform…

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Morgan Brennan, Co-Anchor, CNBC's Closing Bell: Overtime – Lights, Camera, Ascend: A behind-the-scenes look at scaling the media industry's fast-paced climb 31:04

2M ago31:04

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When it comes to climbing the ladder in any industry, being willing to try new things and seize opportunities is your fastest track to growth. Our guest today has built her impressive career and carved out her place in the industry by doing just that. Today we're sitting down with Morgan Brennan, who Co-anchors CNBC's Closing Bell Overtime, which b…

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PART 6: The Disappearance of Belinda Van Lith 30:17

2M ago30:17

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This is part 6 in an ongoing series on the disappearance of Belinda Van Lith, and the investigation that followed. In part 6 of this series, reporter and host Trisha Taurinskas sits down to interview the main suspect, Timothy Crosby, at the secure Moose Lake Sex Offender Treatment Program facility, where he is locked up indefinately. This episode w…

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Jake Karls, Co-Founder & Rainmaker, Mid-Day Squares – Bittersweet Victory: Showcasing challenges and successes in the entrepreneurial journey 33:13

3M ago33:13

33:13

Introducing a new product into the extremely competitive snack market is not for the faint of heart. To succeed, you need more than a unique product; you need energy, creativity, and a bold approach. Today’s guest has all that in spades. We're sitting down with Jake Karls, who is the first to admit that he's a different kind of business leader, una…

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Chris Hall, CEO and President, Personalis Inc. – A Prescription for Prosperity: Fueling medical breakthroughs with cutting-edge tech and strategic alliances 29:50

2M ago29:50

29:50

Big healthcare challenges demand cutting-edge healthcare products. Today's guest is building strategic partnerships to get ahead of disease and fuel the growth of their company. Today we're sitting down with Chris Hall, CEO and President of Personalis, which trades under the symbol PSNL. In his role, Chris drives the vision and strategy for the com…

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The Corporate Bartender - Training Leaders Like it's 1985? with Lori Mazan 1:01:34

2M ago1:01:34

1:01:34

What's up everyone and welcome to The Corporate Bartender! Happy Late St. Patrick's Day, to those who do that sorta thing! Today's episode is fire! We're super excited to have Lori Mazan on the program. Don't know Lori? You will you're gonna! We're going to talk about why most organizations are still training leaders like it's 1985. Things have cha…

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David Bandele, CFO, Hexagon Composites – Energizing the Industry: Fueling growth by tapping into a sustainable future and a vast market 32:47

3M ago32:47

32:47

There are some extraordinary opportunities for companies with the vision and commitment to get behind the energy transition, and today's guest works with one of them. We're sitting down with David Bandele, who has served as the CFO of Hexagon Composites since 2014. The company is headquartered in Norway and trades under the symbol H E X . O L. Thei…

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PART 5: The Disappearance of Belinda Van Lith 32:15

3M ago32:15

32:15

This is part 5 in an ongoing series on the disappearance of Belinda Van Lith, and the investigation that followed. In this part of the series, we explore the cold case review of Belinda's case, which took place from 2008 to 2014. During that time, investigators with the Wright County Sheriff's Office, the Minnesota BCA and the FBI conducted a numbe…

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Jared Isaacman, Founder, Shift4 and Draken International, Part 2 of 2 – The Next Frontier: Exploring the boundaries of space and innovation 24:55

3M ago24:55

24:55

If you've been to space and back, you're bound to have an amazing perspective about your own capabilities, and what humans can achieve. Our guest today knows all about that. On this episode, we're sharing part two of Morgan Brennan's interview with Jared Isaacman, recorded in January at ICR's 26th annual conference in Orlando, Florida. If you didn'…

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Why your social media isn’t working with Holly Bishop 37:13

3M ago37:13

37:13

In this episode, Holly Bishop joins On Top of PR host Jason Mudd to discuss why your company's social media isn’t working. Tune in to learn more! Guest: Holly is a seasoned social media and marketing professional with over 10 years of diverse experience spanning medical practices, retail/e-commerce, and non-profit sectors. Five things you’ll learn …

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Jared Isaacman, Founder, Shift4 and Draken International, Part 1 of 2 – Shooting For The Stars: Going beyond limits for lasting impact 26:46

4M ago26:46

26:46

In business, there's success, and there's potential. Success is nice, but true greatness lies in tapping into unseen possibilities. Today's guest has harnessed their business's potential to make a lasting impact on a global scale. On this episode, we're featuring part one of a two-part interview recorded in January at ICR's annual conference in Orl…

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PART 4: The Disappearance of Belinda Van Lith 20:21

4M ago20:21

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This is part 4 in an ongoing series on the disappearance of Belinda Van Lith, and the investigation that followed. In part 4 of this series, we explore an alleged confession related to Belinda's disappearance. In January 2002, the Wright County Sheriff’s Office in Minnesota received a call from a woman who claimed she had information about a confes…

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Amol Dhargalkar, Managing Partner and Chairman of the Board, Chatham Financial – Risky Business: How to strategically mitigate and manage market volatility 33:44

4M ago33:44

33:44

Mitigating risk has never been more challenging, but today's guest leans on smart data technology, a great relationship with his clients, and over 20 years of working with his very successful firm. We’re excited to sit down today with Amol Dharkalkar, who is Managing Partner and Chairman of the Board of Chatham Financial. He is the Global Head of C…

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Lessons learned from navigating national crises with Linda Rutherford, Southwest Airlines 46:13

3M ago46:13

46:13

In this episode, Linda Rutherford joins On Top of PR host Jason Mudd to discuss her take on current airline crises and go into depth about Southwest’s crisis communication plan and how they’ve managed their past crises. Guest: Linda Rutherford is the Chief Administration Officer for Dallas-based Southwest Airlines, the nation's largest airline in t…

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PART 3: The Disappearance of Belinda Van Lith 22:21

4M ago22:21

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This is part 3 in an ongoing series on the disapperance of Belinda Van Lith, and the investigation that followed. In part 3 of this series, we explore the criminal history of Timothy Crosby, the main suspect in the disappearance of Belinda Van Lith. After being released from a state insitution for sexually violent individuals for the December 1974 …

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Bob Wright, President & CEO of Potbelly Sandwich Works – Bread Winners: How Potbelly's sandwiches are transforming fast-casual dining 30:29

4M ago30:29

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At a time when everyone is paying more for a lot less, and service is in decline, today's guest is leaning in to added value, and it's paying off in spades. We're sitting down with Bob Wright, who has been President and CEO of Potbelly Corporation since July of 2020. The stock trades under the symbol PBPB. Bob has over 30 years of experience in the…

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The Corporate Bartender - Dancing With Disruption with Jeff Skipper 1:05:00

4M ago1:05:00

1:05:00

What's up everyone and welcome to The Corporate Bartender! Happy Late Valentines Day, to those who do that sorta thing! Speaking of holidays, we're getting caught with the last episode recorded in 2023! We're super excited to have Jeff Skipper on the program. Don't know Jeff? You will in about an hour! Jeff is an international change leadership con…

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AN UPDATE: The Disappearance of Belinda Van Lith 4:12

4M ago4:12

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We had originally planned to produce four episodes in this series. But, because we continue to uncover and receive new information and insight, we are expanding the series. This episodes includes a preview of what's to come. We will be picking up this series with a new, extended episode next week. Until then, you can find all of our work on this ca…

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Christine Schindler, Co-founder & CEO, PathSpot – A Clean Sweep: Revolutionizing health and safety in hospitality 24:21

4M ago24:21

24:21

In an industry booming with customer-focused innovations, it's crucial not to overlook the backbone of an enterprise. Today's guest created a groundbreaking technology that prioritizes health and safety for both customers and in-house staff, that is a critical asset for hospitality businesses as a whole. We're sitting down with Christine Schindler,…

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3 Ways Franchisors Can Use PR to Grow Their Company with John Hewitt of Loyalty Brands PR 51:15

4M ago51:15

51:15

In this episode, John Hewitt joins On Top of PR host Jason Mudd to discuss three ways franchisors can use PR to grow their company. Guest: John Hewitt is a renowned entrepreneur who has made a significant impact in the business world through his innovative ideas and strategic thinking. He is best known for his success in the tax preparation industr…

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The Corporate Bartender - Leading with Authenticity with Tim Fortescue 1:00:32

4M ago1:00:32

1:00:32

What's up everyone and welcome to The Corporate Bartender! We're gonna have some fun today! Our guest is a communications coach, leadership expert, and My Morning Jacket superfan! (He loves Pearl Jam as well) - Check out the art behind him in the video! Today, we're talking all about leading with authenticity. We're going to take a look at a simple…

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PART 2: The Disappearance of Belinda Van Lith 22:22

4M ago22:22

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This is part 2 in an ongoing series on the disappearance of Belinda Van Lith, and the investigation that followed. Six months after Belinda went missing, Timothy Crosby, the last known person to see her was arrested for abducting a young woman in St. Paul and taking her to his family's cabin on Eagle Lake, where he repeatedly sexually assaulted her…

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Anton Nicholas, Managing Partner, ICR – Revving up Consumer Relationships: How Blue Engine Merges Creativity and Strategy in PR Communications 24:31

4M ago24:31

24:31

Today, there are countless platforms to reach consumers, but utilizing too many outlets can also fragment a brand's image. Our guest on this episode specializes in strategic brand exposure, providing clients with guidance to target consumers, and maintain a united market presence. We're sitting down with Anton Nicholas, Managing Partner at ICR. Ant…

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Matthew Tucker, Head of Tock – Data-Driven Dining: Optimizing the guest experience by reshaping reservations 25:12

4M ago25:12

25:12

In the effort to recover from the impact of the pandemic, the hospitality industry has had a surge of innovation, ideas, and new technologies. And while the boost has been essential to getting the industry back on it's feet, it has also intensified the competition. Today's guest is setting themselves apart with their consumer-focused approach. We'r…

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PART 1: The Disappearance of Belinda Van Lith 25:34

5M ago25:34

25:34

Belinda Van Lith (also referred to in various media outlets as Belinda VanLith) was 17 years old when she went missing from a home she was house sitting on Eagle Lake, just outside of Monticello, Minnesota. Over the past several months, Forum News Service has worked with the Van Lith family, delved into the roughly 1,200-page police file and conduc…

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Time is of the Essence Solocast with Jason Mudd of Axia Public Relations 20:36

4M ago20:36

20:36

In this solocast, On Top of PR host Jason Mudd discusses why time is of the essence. Media relations require quick responses because reporters are typically on deadline; therefore, Jason goes into depth about how to be more timely and responsive to journalists’ inquires. Five things you’ll learn from this episode: Why time is of the essence for med…

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The Corporate Bartender - Positive Communication with Julien Mirivel & Alex Lyon 1:00:31

4M ago1:00:31

1:00:31

What's up everyone and welcome to The Corporate Bartender! The conversations keep coming, and they just keep getting better and better, and today's? Well, settle in because this one is a ripper! Today, we're talking positive communication, why it matters and how to do it. We'll talk about the impact of simple things like greetings, about compliment…

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Matt Frazier, Founder & CEO, Jones Street Investment Partners – A Prosperous Pursuit: Mastering a market niche, one property at a time 28:39

5M ago28:39

28:39

Over the last few years, the wavering economy has presented problems for virtually every market. In real estate, rising rates and inflation have challenged buyers and sellers alike. But while wading in those waters, today's guest managed to find a silver lining in their unique investment field. Today, we get to sit down with Matt Fraser, a 20-year …

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Charles Baker, Partner, Sidley Austin, Co-Chair Entertainment, Sports & Media – He Shoots, He Scores! : Winning strategies for the game of sports and entertainment investments 31:47

5M ago31:47

31:47

Every investment comes with plenty of responsibility, but in a multifaceted market like sports and entertainment with varied revenue streams and worldwide integration, navigating this complex landscape can be overwhelming. Today's guest is helping his clients make sure that all the bases are covered. Literally. We're sitting down with Charles (Chuc…

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How to leverage a one-person social media team with Jacob Shipley 35:08

5M ago35:08

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In this episode, Jacob Shipley joins On Top of PR host Jason Mudd to discuss how a one-person social media team works, as well as some social media tips, tricks, and trends. Guest: Our episode guest is Jacob Shipley. He started as the first social media hire at YouVersion. He now works for Tyson Foods and has built his own LinkedIn following, leadi…

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Maital Rasmussen, Chief Commercial Officer at Octave – Harmony in the Healthcare Ecosystem: Creating a collaborative platform to drive treatment innovations 30:44

5M ago30:44

30:44

Providing effective healthcare isn't just about the right treatment, it's a field with many branches, and strong relationships and communication channels are just as essential to providing patients with the care they need. Today's guest has developed a platform to bridge those gaps and facilitate collaboration. Today we're sitting down with Maital …

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The Corporate Bartender - Culture Secrets, Froot Loops, and Monkeys with Chellie Phillips 59:36

5M ago59:36

59:36

What's up everyone and welcome to The Corporate Bartender! Happy New Year everyone! As we revisit some of our autumnal adventures, we have some amazing conversations to share! On deck today, we're talking culture secrets! Wanna know what a VALUE based culture is? You're in the right spot. We'll also talk about Froot Loops, driving trucks, and monke…

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The Corporate Bartender - Leading With Inspired Purpose with Tony Martignetti 1:02:09

5M ago1:02:09

1:02:09

What's up everyone and welcome to The Corporate Bartender! Hope everyone had a lovely holiday, and is getting all prepped to return to the grind. I'm getting caught up on some TCB production, so we're gonna do a little time warp here, back to the beginning of pumpkin spice season! Today's show is a banger! We're digging deep into inspirational lead…

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Chris Tomasso, CEO of First Watch Restaurants – Breaking Fast: A disruptive and innovative recipe for success in hospitality 30:00

6M ago30:00

30:00

As today's guest will tell us, breakfasts have recently overtaken Friday dinners as the number one dining out experience of choice. So in the always-competitive hospitality industry, restaurants that do those meals particularly well are in a fantastic position. Chris Tomasso definitely understands how to excel in this space. Chris is the CEO of Fir…

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The ROI of LOL with Steve Cody 38:58

6M ago38:58

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Steve Cody joins On Top of PR host Jason Mudd to discuss Steve’s book, “The ROI of LOL,” and how effective comedy within the workplace is. Guest: Steve is the author of “The ROI of LOL: How Laughter Breaks Down Walls, Drives Compelling Storytelling, and Creates a Healthy Workplace.” He’s also a comedian, climber, and dog lover, but not necessarily …

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