Beste Tonya Allens podcasts (2024)

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Overcoming Adversity Through Mindfulness and Entrepreneurship with Dr. Allen Lomax 57:57

2M ago57:57

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Dr. Allen Lomax joins Derek to share his personal journey of overcoming struggles and setbacks through mindfulness, empathy, and personal growth. They discuss their experiences in real estate investing, including strategies for raising capital and sourcing properties, and the importance of relationships and validation. They also explore the challen…

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Episode 40 - Automating Your Business to Create Growth and Personal Freedom with Matt Clark 48:59

2M ago48:59

48:59

Derek Dall'Olmo interviews Matt Clark to discuss his experiences in leveraging AI and automation to build successful B2B marketing businesses. They emphasized the importance of finding the right people to hire and train, and highlighted the need for high-quality clients and the challenges faced by car dealerships in the current market. They also di…

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Episode 39 - Entrepreneurship, Learning Challenges, and Environmental Stewardship with Gerald Rosengarten 1:02:09

3M ago1:02:09

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This episode highlights the career journey of entrepreneur Gerald Rosengarten, from developing leisure suits to real estate projects, with an empire in solar energy. Gerald discusses his experience with dyslexia and efforts to help others with learning disabilities. The discussion provides advice on entrepreneurship, highlighted bureaucratic challe…

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Episode 38 - Saying No to Make Room for Yes: Prioritizing Values Over Profits in Business with Josh Traeger 1:07:16

3M ago1:07:16

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In this episode Josh Traeger joins Derek Dall'Olmo to discuss his experience starting a law practice in Traverse City, Michigan. They share their perspectives on the challenges and rewards of starting a business in a small town, emphasizing the importance of community involvement and personalized service. They also discuss legal standards and proce…

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40 - Navigating Social Change | Tonya Allen 37:40

6M ago37:40

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In another episode of Road to Philanthropy, host Gary Cohn delves into an eye-opening conversation with Tonya Allen, the dynamic leader of the McKnight Foundation. The discussion explores how this 70-year-old family foundation is making strides in racial equity and climate action with its $3 billion endowment. The episode reveals the foundation's i…

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Episode 37 - Articulating Your Vision: Helping Entrepreneurs Plan for Success with Natasha E Davis 1:13:42

6M ago1:13:42

1:13:42

Natasha E. Davis, affectionately known as “The Chief Visionary” is the CEO and founder of Impact Branding Consulting, Inc. and the CRM software platform The Profit Enhancer Analysis. Natasha specializes in positioning the daily operations of corporations and government agencies to perform in alignment with the vision of the leader through strategic…

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39 - Charity Analysis 101 | Michael Thatcher 39:12

7M ago39:12

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Ever felt choice paralysis when choosing a cause to back? Michael Thatcher has as well. Thatcher is the CEO of Charity Navigator, a directory for making informed choices that back your causes ethically and in an organized manner. This thoughtful organization gets a full analysis from Gary S. Cohn of Painted Rock Advisors. Together, Cohn and Thatche…

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Episode 36 - Overcoming Entrepreneurial Fears with Dr. Tonya Robertson 55:31

7M ago55:31

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Dr. Tonya Robertson, the learning and strategy specialist is the Founder and CEO of Focused Training Solutions, a company that is committed to curating instructional learning tools designed to optimize performance in the workplace. Dr. Robertson has worked with numerous C-Suite Executives of well-known companies to create training materials that wi…

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Episode 35 - From Corporate Job to Land Investor: Nolan Miracle's Unconventional Path to Success 48:21

9M ago48:21

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Nolan Miracle is the founder and owner of The Property Miracle, LLC, a raw land investment company. Since founding the business in January of 2021, Nolan and his team have acquired nearly 40 properties and have generated hundreds of thousands of dollars in profits. With a national remote business model, they've bought and sold land all over the cou…

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Episode 34 - Matt Lesser Returns to Discuss the Pillars of Empathy, Empowerment, and Excellence in Leadership 50:25

9M ago50:25

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Matt Lesser started his career leading his family’s struggling business. It quickly failed, and Matt experienced a suicidal depression. Out of the ashes, a new business emerged and grew from three people to nearly two hundred while experiencing a twenty-fold increase in revenue, before selling to trusted competitors. Matt then served in a C-Suite r…

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38 - When Philanthropy Meets Sports | Larry Freedman 34:46

10M ago34:46

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Larry Freedman runs the Los Angeles Football Club, a prestigious sports organization known for their philanthropy and positive impacts on the community. Their efforts have worked in collaboration with recognizable non-profits like Habitat for Humanity and Kaiser Permanente all while running their own foundation. Gary S. Cohn of Painted Rock Advisor…

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Episode 33 - Asking the Universe and Taking Action with Martin Salama 1:20:46

10M ago1:20:46

1:20:46

For over a decade Martin Salama, The Architect of The Warrior's L.I.F.E. Code has been helping entrepreneurs shift from worry and lack to abundance and being a L.I.F.E. Warrior! Why spend your time worrying when you can be Living Incredibly Full Everyday! In this episode Martin Salama shares his journey of overcoming bankruptcy and divorce to becom…

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37 - Raising Money for Non-Profits | Russell F. Robinson 37:05

10M ago37:05

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CEO of the world-renowned Jewish National Fund, Russell F. Robinson picked up a heavy responsibility at an early age. Focusing on the numbers, one might assume that his line of work doesn't acknowledge the interpersonal non-profit experience. However, in this interview hosted by Gary S. Cohn of Painted Rock Advisors, you'll learn that Russell's app…

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Episode 32 - Exponential Digital Growth with Michael Begg 47:36

10M ago47:36

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Michael Begg is the Co-Founder and CEO of AMZ Advisers, a global digital marketing agency with locations in North America, Asia and Europe that provides Amazon services for brands and manufacturers looking to maximize their growth. Services include Amazon SEO, Advertising, Inventory Management, Marketing Strategy and Performance Reporting. This epi…

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36 - The Intersection of Politics and Non-Profits | Sam Lauter 30:39

11M ago30:39

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Sam Lauter, partner of California-based Barnes Mosher Whitehurst Lauter & Partners’ (BMWL) public affairs and lobbying business, gives us a tour into a world only a few non-profits excel in... politics. Lauter reveals the realities of what could be and his involvement in international affairs, including Israeli affairs. Gary S. Cohn of Painted Rock…

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Episode 31 - Gospel Roots: A Non-Traditional Approach to Music Education with Marshall White 1:20:49

11M ago1:20:49

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Marshall White, is CEO and founder of Unity Performing Arts Foundation and Director/Life Coach for the Voices of Unity Youth Choir. Marshall has three children Markeyta, Kamia, and Evan White and a stepson Chad Blackmon. He is married to Cynthia White. Mr. White has been shaping and molding young lives for more than 30 years. He is an accomplished …

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Episode 30 - Trading Energy, Words, and Wisdom with Mike Zaccardi 54:46

11M ago54:46

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Mike Zaccardi, CFA, CMT, provides expertise on analyzing investments and writing on personal finance, in addition to occasionally teaching at the University of North Florida. He loves to communicate financial information in a down-to-earth, easy-to-understand way. While he enjoys crunching the numbers and analyzing portfolios, Mike always keeps a f…

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35 - Changing the Future | Adam Selkowitz 27:32

12M ago27:32

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Adam Seklowitz is the Owner and Producer at Waterfall Films. When he's not worrying about the 'movie magic' he's an active board member at Cedars Sinai and Lupus LA. His work and dedication are driven by personal experiences with himself and family. Adam shares his story with Gary S. Cohn of Painted Rock Advisors and why he cares so much about chan…

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Episode 29 - The Return of Matt Hodges! Winning Strategies in a Cutthroat Real Estate Market 38:21

12M ago38:21

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Matt Hodges is the Managing Broker and Owner of Kultura Real Estate. With over 16 years of experience, he specializes in residential listings and purchases in the greater Grand Traverse region. Matt is an industry leader, currently serving as a Director on the Michigan Association of Realtors Board of Directors. Matt has also served on Aspire North…

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Episode 28 - Introducing Alex Repo + NIL (Name, Image, Likeness) 35:08

1y ago35:08

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In this episode we welcome Alex Repo, the newest member of the TreMonte team! Hear Alex’s story about how he went from working in a factory, to eventually serving as Derek’s caddy and ultimately joining the TreMonte family. We discuss the impact of NIL deals in college, highlighting the newfound opportunities for athletes to monetize their personal…

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#008: A place-based experiment to address racial equity - Minnesota's GroundBreak Coalition ft. Tonya Allen & Alex West Steinman 1:01:52

1y ago1:01:52

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On this episode, we talk to two trailblazers from GroundBreak Coalition (GBC), a group of over 40 corporate, civic and philanthropy leaders who are trying to make a case that within our resources, a racially equitable and climate-ready future is possible. GBC is building a platform to mobilize and aggregate capital, and provide pathways for corpora…

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34 - Personalized Health Care | Dale Surowitz 34:12

1y ago34:12

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The United States healthcare system is widely regarded as flawed and unproductive. There are too many hoops to jump through to get the tailored care you need without giving up your entire retirement fund. That's what motivates Dale Surowitz to lead Los Angeles Jewish Health so specifically. With his dedicated team, Surowitz looks after senior citiz…

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33 - Community-Based Philanthropy | Dan Whitzling 31:01

1y ago31:01

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Gary S. Cohn, founder of Painted Rock Advisors, sits down with Dan Whitzling, managing director of the American Cancer Society, to discuss the power of philanthropy, the significance of volunteerism, and the importance of participating in research around cancer treatments. Cohn's curiosity and passion for making a difference in the world relates wi…

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32 - The Value of Intention | Susan M. Galeas 40:13

1+ y ago40:13

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CEO and President of The Family Center, Susan M. Galeas works with families to provide resources, fight traumas, and coach parents. Galeas speaks with Gary S. Cohn of Painted Rock Advisors to highlight her talents in creating a vision, implementing creative marketing strategies, and maintaining an organization's focus on good. ------------ GUEST: S…

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Episode 27 - Realtor Success Secrets with Kellie Sergent 44:20

1+ y ago44:20

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Kellie Sergent is a realtor based in Northern Michigan. Before becoming a realtor, Kellie worked in parks and recreation where she found the opportunity to combine three of her passions: people, community, and making an impact. Today, as a realtor for CENTURY 21, Kellie remains passionate about creating community by helping people find their perfec…

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Episode 26 - The Five Pillars of Effective Marketing with John Smiddy 49:42

1+ y ago49:42

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John Smiddy is the founder and a managing partner of LeadPlan Marketing, a firm dedicated to guiding clients toward business success by helping them reach a larger audience. As a marketing consultant, John has helped market and scale over 200 companies in various industries over the past decade. He is the author of STOP Guessing, START Marketing an…

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Episode 25 - Entrepreneurial Empowerment with Matt Lesser 1:03:57

1+ y ago1:03:57

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Matt Lesser joins us to discuss the ups and downs entrepreneurs can face and the importance of resilience and support when navigating the unpredictable world of business. Matt is the Founder/CEO of Uniquely Normal, LLC, which exists to equip leaders to build flourishing organizations through empathy. Prior to launching Uniquely Normal, Matt owned a…

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31 - Social Impact | Eric Ressler 32:49

1+ y ago32:49

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Eric Ressler learned how to use his creative talents to impact social causes. His media and design firm is geared towards motivating organizations and individuals to care more about call-to-actions. Eric joins Gary S. Cohn of Painted Rock Advisors to discuss the power of a well-produced mission and what it takes to go beyond grabbing the attention …

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Episode 24 - Learning and Growing from Success and Failures with Stewart Townsend 54:03

1+ y ago54:03

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Stewart Townsend is the co-owner and Chief Revenue Officer of Podcast Hawk, a SaaS company created to automatically help people get booked as podcast guests. Stewart is also the founder of Channel as a Service, a consultancy firm that helps businesses accelerate B2B SaaS sales growth through every stage of the channel life-cycle. Before starting hi…

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#007: Rachel Lipson on America’s Hidden Economic Engines: Community Colleges 54:23

1+ y ago54:23

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On this episode, we talk with Rachel Lipson about the community college system in the US. Rachel was until recently co-founder and director of the Harvard Project on Workforce, an interdisciplinary, collaborative project across the Harvard Kennedy School, Harvard Business School, and the Harvard Graduate School of Education. Rachel and Robert Schwa…

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Episode 23 - 401k IRA Limits 20:28

1+ y ago20:28

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A lot of changes have been made to retirement plans in 2022 and 2023. Specifically, changes in rules and regulations have been made in the contribution limits to IRA and 401k. With these new revisions, it’s more important than ever for business owners to be educated and empowered to make informed decisions about their retirement savings—ensuring th…

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30 - The Fellowship of a Lifetime! | Ofer Gutman 37:18

1+ y ago37:18

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Masa gives young Jewish professionals (YJPs) the journey of a lifetime. Their organization empowers young Jews from around the world to enter Israel with opportunities and mentorships that enable them to grow, build careers, and find their calling. Gary S. Cohn of Painted Rock Advisors gets together with the CEO, Ofer Gutman, to learn how this orga…

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Episode 22 - Why Businesses Fail 18:34

1+ y ago18:34

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Join Derek Dall'Olmo and Melissa Niedzielski on the latest episode of the Traversing Entrepreneurship podcast as they delve into the reasons why businesses fail and provide practical advice to avoid common pitfalls. Discover the importance of market research, self-management, and leadership, as well as the benefits of having a solid business plan i…

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#006. Lisa Nandy: UK's Levelling Up, progressive politics, and localism 56:53

1+ y ago56:53

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We kick off 2023 with Lisa Nandy, a member of UK's Labour Party and Member of Parliament for Wigan since 2010. She serves as the Shadow Secretary of State for Levelling Up, Housing, Communities & Local Government. In the past, she has also served as Shadow Foreign Secretary, Shadow Secretary of State for Energy and Climate Change, and Shadow Minist…

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Episode 21 - Personal Insurance and Medicare FAQs with Geoffrey Harris & Traci George 53:35

1+ y ago53:35

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Geoffrey Harris is the Vice President of Medicare Sales at Michigan Planners, a full-service insurance agency specializing in employer group benefits. He graduated from Northern Michigan University with a degree in Business Administration and has been working in the insurance and financial services industry for over 40 years. Before joining Michiga…

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#005. Danny Kennedy: The clean energy transition, local coalitions, equity and the green economy workforce 1:05:11

1+ y ago1:05:11

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In this episode, we discuss the transition to clean energy with guest Danny Kennedy. Danny is the CEO of New Energy Nexus, a global platform organization for funds and incubators with chapters around the world. Danny has spent 25 years playing different roles to facilitate the transition to clean energy. He also co-hosts, with Cate Blanchett, "Clim…

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29 - Career Shifts in the World of Fundraising | Jon Friedenberg 34:24

1+ y ago34:24

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Jon Friedenberg is one of the leading fundraising entities of the non profit and philanthropic world. His work has introduced the concept of transformative gifts amongst other groundbreaking feats for philanthropists. His personal touch to the non profit world has caught the attention of Gary S. Cohn of Painted Rock Advisors. ------------ GUEST: Ba…

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Episode 20 - An Inside Look at the Restaurant Industry with Jeffrey Libman 1:08:47

1+ y ago1:08:47

1:08:47

Jeffrey Libman is the General Manager of amical. Located in the heart of downtown Traverse City and overlooking the West Grand Traverse Bay, amical has been offering eclectic European cuisine since 1994. Jeffrey’s love for the restaurant industry began when he was 14 working at a hotdog stand in Illinois. He later worked at Maggiano’s, where he wou…

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Episode 19 - The Impact of a Strong Company Culture with Frederic Heller 38:24

1+ y ago38:24

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Frederic Heller is the President and owner of Northern Michigan Hospitality Management, a leading operator of destination, tourism, and transient properties. At the age of 25, Frederic became the General Manager of a hotel—he was an owner at 27. Under Frederic’s leadership, Northern Michigan Hospitality Management has become a Marriott-approved com…

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#004. Piero Ghezzi: Peru's 'Mesas Ejecutivas' approach 1:04:32

2y ago1:04:32

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Piero Ghezzi has worn many hats. An economist and an entrepreneur, he has also served as the Minister of Production of Peru, where he designed and implemented a novel methodology - Mesas Ejecutivas - to implement productive development policies through public-private collaboration. Ghezzi tells us about the thinking behind this methodology, the pro…

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Episode 18 - Assess, Adapt, and Control: COVID Reprisal 25:10

2y ago25:10

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In previous episodes of the Traversing Entrepreneurship Podcast, we asked our guests about their experiences with COVID-19—how they navigated it and how they adapted to the situation. At the height of the pandemic, the future was uncertain for business owners, who were without concrete guidance. But, despite the drastically different ways COVID-19 …

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#003. Rodrick Miller: Economic development following a crisis 54:54

2y ago54:54

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Rodrick Miller is a Visiting Fellow at Harvard Kennedy School, where he engages with a range of initiatives, including Reimagining the Economy. He is also the President & CEO of Ascendant Global Consulting. Miller has spent the last 20 years leading a range of economic development agencies across the US, including Invest Puerto Rico, the Detroit Ec…

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PhD Kimoni Present JUST GOSPEL Volume 146 World Tour 10-31-22 6:01:07

2y ago6:01:07

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1. Todd Galberth feat. Kymberli Joye - Be Praised 2. Tasha Cobbs Leonard - The Moment 3. JJ Hairston feat. Travis Greene & Donishisa Ballard - Bigger 4. Joyce Simmons - Living Water 5. Gia Wyre - Grace 6. Randy Weston & Judah Band - Best Me 7. Tasha Cobbs Leonard - At The Cross 8. Geoffrey Golden - Before The King 9. Anthony Brown feat. Naomi Raine…

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28 - Information Technology in the Non Profit World | Barry Finestone, The Jim Joseph Foundation 43:36

2y ago43:36

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Barry Finestone has taken a deep dive into the world of non profits from an early age. Taking advantage of his once in a lifetime opportunity, he has engaged with the Jewish world and enhanced the infrastructure and technology systems of several institutions. Gary S. Cohn of Painted Rock Advisors also dives deep into this story hoping to uncover wh…

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#002. Matt Hurlbutt: Growing business in the Greater Rochester Area 34:50

2y ago34:50

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Matt Hurlbutt is President and CEO of Greater Rochester Area (GRE). The GRE is an economic development organization that helps attract new capital investments, create regional wealth, and new jobs throughout the Greater Rochester, NY region. In this episode, we talk about: - the role economic development agents play in helping a region grow - what …

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#001. Birgit Klohs: Regional development in West Michigan and the Grand Rapids Medical Mile 1:07:53

2y ago1:07:53

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We kick off Season 1 of Policy Works with a conversation with a veteran in the field of regional economic development. Birgit Klohs has been a economic development agent for over 45 years. For nearly 30 of them, she was President and CEO of The Right Place, a regional development organisation in Greater Grand Rapids, West Michigan. Centrally locate…

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Episode 17 - Starting a Marketing Business with John Smiddy 45:06

2y ago45:06

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John Smiddy is the Founder and Managing Partner of LeadPlan Marketing, an agency that helps entrepreneurs reach a larger audience so they can be more successful with their business by putting their client's best interests first and making each and everyone a fan for life. John has helped market and scale over 200 companies in various industries ove…

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27 - Venture Philanthropist | Robert Kaplan, Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation 35:39

2y ago35:39

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What is a venture philanthropist? Robert Kaplan of Social Venture Partners explains this unique and enticing concept to Gary S. Cohn of Painted Rock Advisors. Robert breaks down his one-of-a-kind decision making process and explains how him and his partners choose who they donate to. ------------ GUEST: Robert Kaplan | www.DRKFoundation.org HOST: G…

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Episode 16 - Developing a Resort in Michigan with Mitchell Blue 40:40

2y ago40:40

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Mitchell Blue is a commercial insurance agent and co-developer of Lakemore Resort, a high-quality luxury resort located west of the Arbutus Lake in Michigan. Lakemore Resort opened its phase 1 in the summer of 2020 and has since opened its doors as a year-round weekly rental resort that serves as the perfect home base for guests interested in retre…

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26 - Relation Building in the Non Profit World | Paul Roberts, Principal Consultant 34:38

2y ago34:38

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Paul Roberts takes his experience from his career in data analysis and the family business to benefit numerous non profits across the country. Roberts and Gary S. Cohn of Painted Rock Advisors go way back, reflecting on their experiences together from childhood and how their careers have paralleled. Listen in as Paul talks both numbers and relation…

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