That Sounds Terrific

Join us for an enlightening episode as we dive into the world of mindfulness and chocolate with the exceptional Melissa Mueller-Douglas, CEO of MYRetreat Inc. Melissa is a mindfulness expert and licensed master social worker who helps professionals integrate well-being into organizational culture through mindfulness training exercises and the power of chocolate. If you're curious about incorporating mindfulness into your life or introducing it to your organization, this episode is a must-listen treat for your body, mind, and soul. 

About Melissa Mueller-Douglas,CEO of MYRetreat Inc.

Email: info@chocolatemindfulness.co 

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/melissa-mueller-douglas-lmsw-21094245

Melissa is a mindfulness expert, licensed master social worker, volleyball player, world traveler, and a person you can't catch imposter syndrome from because she doesn't have it. She's learned that keeping busy isn't enough. We need to practice mindfulness to achieve success. As CEO of MYRetreat, she works as a catalyst to create the environment for genuine team building through chocolate instead of trust falls.

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Website: www.chocolatemindfulness.co

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/myretreat

Instagram: www.instagram.com/chocolatemindfulness

Facebook: www.facebook.com/chocolatemindfulness

Twitter: www.twitter.com/myretreat

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For more information on our Podcast, That Sounds Terrific visit our website at www.thatsoundsterrific.com  and be sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. If you or someone you know are doing some terrific things that should be featured by our show then be sure to reach out by emailing us at thatsoundsterrfic@gmail.com.

Special Thank You to Our Sponsors & Key Supporters:

Chris Jones of Chris Jones Media for the Introduction and Outro recordings for That Sounds Terrific. 

Into and Outro animation created in collaboration with Ben Albert of Balbert Marketing, LLC. Boost your business popularity, traffic, and conversions online!  

The video and audio portions of this podcast are powered by the Vidwheel Creator Network. Join Neil Carrol and be a part of the network that allows you to learn and develop video skills. Make powerful video content while looking terrific on camera so that you can sustain and grow your businesses. Reach a wider audience of clients and partners who need to hear your message and develop the flexibility in your businesses to thrive in a turbulent world. 

The most powerful form of influence is a story. In this episode of That Sounds Terrific Podcast, Stan Miller co-founder of Storicate, the power of storytelling for personal and professional growth. Storicate offers professionals a way to use their own experiences to inspire others in the workplace. Stan explains that storytelling can help people communicate with confidence and clarity and be used to elevate their careers. Storicate teaches a proven framework for crafting effective stories and offers coaching to help participants practice storytelling. Throughout the conversation, Stan highlights that stories are a powerful way to communicate experiences and inspire human connection, and encourages listeners to tap into their own stories to empower and build community amongst their teams.

About Stan Miller, Founder,  Storicate

Email: stan@storicate.com

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/stanmiller

After a successful career in developing people and delivering results as a technology sales and operations leader with AT&T and Viewpost, Stan Miller – sparked by a love for mentorship – founded Storicate. Stan and his professional development firm, Storicate, provide award-winning training programs that have taught thousands how to upgrade their career through storytelling. Stan’s work is helping early-stage startups, universities, and corporations empower their people to unlock the ability to discover and communicate their value, both in life and at work. Having partnered with brands and institutions such as AT&T, Cornell University, and the University of Southern California, Storicate provides executive coaching, training, and curriculum. Most recently, the inspiring public speaker was invited to present his storytelling techniques at SXSW in Austin, TX.

Connect and Follow Storicate:

Website: www.storicate.com 

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/40712393/

Instagram: www.instagram.com/careerstoryteller

Twitter: www.twitter.com/storicateapp

More About That Sounds Terrific - Host Nick Koziol

For more information on our Podcast, That Sounds Terrific visit our website at www.thatsoundsterrific.com  and be sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. If you or someone you know are doing some terrific things that should be featured by our show then be sure to reach out by emailing us at thatsoundsterrfic@gmail.com.

Special Thank You to Our Sponsors & Key Supporters:

Chris Jones of Chris Jones Media for the Introduction and Outro recordings for That Sounds Terrific. 

Into and Outro animation created in collaboration with Ben Albert of Balbert Marketing, LLC. Boost your business popularity, traffic, and conversions online!  

The video and audio portions of this podcast are powered by the Vidwheel Creator Network. Join Neil Carrol and be a part of the network that allows you to learn and develop video skills. Make powerful video content while looking terrific on camera so that you can sustain and grow your businesses. Reach a wider audience of clients and partners who need to hear your message and develop the flexibility in your businesses to thrive in a turbulent world. 

Frank Storace has been making people laugh through improv comedy for over thirty years. Improv Comedy is a series of unscripted games with basic rules that a group of people follow. The spontaneous approach to crowd suggestions of everyday situations along with staying within the confines of those rules create a perfect recipe for laughter. So give the Nuts and Bolts a location and a common household appliance and they will have you bursting out in laughter. Join us for another terrific episode of TST and learn the Nuts and Bolts of Comedy with Frank Storace.

About Frank Storace

Email: fstorace74@gmail.com

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/frank-storace-8b851a1/

Frank Storace has been doing improv for almost 30 years. He attended SUNY New Paltz and studied Theatre with a concentration in Directing. While at New Paltz he was in numerous Improv troupes. Moving back to Rochester in 1999 he started Nuts and Bolts Comedy Improv as there was no Improv going on in the area. Since then he has been the director/producer and player.

Connect and Follow with the Nuts and Bolts

Instagram: www.instagram.com/nabcomedy

Facebook: www.facebook.com/nabcomedy

More About That Sounds Terrific - Host Nick Koziol

For more information on our Podcast, That Sounds Terrific visit our website at www.thatsoundsterrific.com  and be sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. If you or someone you know are doing some terrific things that should be featured by our show then be sure to reach out by emailing us at thatsoundsterrfic@gmail.com.

Special Thank You to Our Sponsors & Key Supporters:

Chris Jones of Chris Jones Media for the Introduction and Outro recordings for That Sounds Terrific. 

Into and Outro animation created in collaboration with Ben Albert of Balbert Marketing, LLC. Boost your business popularity, traffic, and conversions online!  

The video and audio portions of this podcast are powered by the Vidwheel Creator Network. Join Neil Carrol and be a part of the network that allows you to learn and develop video skills. Make powerful video content while looking terrific on camera so that you can sustain and grow your businesses. Reach a wider audience of clients and partners who need to hear your message and develop the flexibility in your businesses to thrive in a turbulent world. 

Every day we have the potential of encountering situations that could lead to the need for legal help. A minor fender bender on the way home, a lease to sign, a contract at work to review, or some other unexpected happenings. Life isn’t always just a walk in the park and the cost of retaining a lawyer can be astronomical. Jan Lehman has a solution that won’t break the bank and won’t leave you unprotected. Join us for another TST episode with the Terrific Jane Lehman who shares great services that could make life a lot easier should the unexpected happen.

Connect with Jane Lehman, Independent, Associate, Legalshield

Website: www.janerlehman.wearelegalshield.com

Email: Legalshieldjane@gmail.com

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/janelehman1/

Instagram: www.instagram.com/legalshieldjane

Twitter: www.twitter.com/janelehman

Jane was a professional musician for 30 years. She lived in Germany for 25 years, playing the French horn in a symphony orchestra.

She then returned to the US, changed careers, and became a Certified Mediator. As a mediator, Jane saw a lot of people in court who didn't have access to a lawyer. She learned about the need for services like LegalShield.

Jane has been with LegalShield for 14 years and is more passionate than ever about protecting and empowering people when it comes to their rights. Everyone deserves to know their rights in every situation.

More About That Sounds Terrific - Host Nick Koziol

For more information on our Podcast, That Sounds Terrific visit our website at www.thatsoundsterrific.com  and be sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. If you or someone you know are doing some terrific things that should be featured by our show then be sure to reach out by emailing us at thatsoundsterrfic@gmail.com.

Special Thank You to Our Sponsors & Key Supporters:

Chris Jones of Chris Jones Media for the Introduction and Outro recordings for That Sounds Terrific. 

Into and Outro animation created in collaboration with Ben Albert of Balbert Marketing, LLC. Boost your business popularity, traffic, and conversions online!  

The video and audio portions of this podcast are powered by the Vidwheel Creator Network. Join Neil Carrol and be a part of the network that allows you to learn and develop video skills. Make powerful video content while looking terrific on camera so that you can sustain and grow your businesses. Reach a wider audience of clients and partners who need to hear your message and develop the flexibility in your businesses to thrive in a turbulent world. 

Electric Vehicles will soon become the standard vehicle in New York State and around the world. Our next guest, Whitney Skeans tells us about a terrific way for businesses to attract and retain new customers, tenants, and employees to your location while helping to reduce our carbon footprint. Join us to learn how you can become an environmental leader by installing EV charging at little or no cost to your business.

About Whitney Skeans, Senior Program Manager, Electric Vehicles NY

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Whitney Skeans is National Grid’s Senior Program Manager for Electric Vehicles New York. In this role, she oversees the WNY implementation of National Grid’s EV Charging Make-Ready Program, delivering $143 M in business customer incentives to install 16,000 charging plugs across upstate NY by YE 2025.

Originally from Michigan, Whitney brings 17 years of program management expertise in the energy industry, securing and directing more than $100 M dollars in grants to advance energy affordability. She managed the Salvation Army’s statewide heating assistance programs from 2006-2011 while also leading the Coalition to Keep Michigan Warm, then joining Consumers Energy in 2011 to direct the company’s customer assistance strategy within its Regulatory and Customer organizations.

Now at National Grid, she remains on mission. She is bridging our clean transportation future with opportunities today for WNY’s business community to activate on corporate sustainability and lead the charge to tomorrow! Join me in welcoming Whitney.

Take Advantage of EV Charging Incentive Program From National Grid:

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Get ready – electric vehicle adoption is on the rise in New York State. Make sure you can welcome their owners by installing EV charging. National Grid can help with significant installation incentives. Adding EV charging is a great way to attract and retain new customers, tenants, and employees to your destination, while helping New York reduce its greenhouse gas emissions.

Install EV charging at little or no cost – We’ll fund up to 100% of the electric infrastructure for approved projects. Be an environmental leader – Help improve New York’s air quality by reducing tailpipe emissions. Attract new customers, tenants, and employees – Meet customer and employee needs while promoting clean energy use.

More About That Sounds Terrific - Host Nick Koziol

For more information on our Podcast, That Sounds Terrific visit our website at www.thatsoundsterrific.com  and be sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. If you or someone you know are doing some terrific things that should be featured by our show then be sure to reach out by emailing us at thatsoundsterrfic@gmail.com.

Special Thank You to Our Sponsors & Key Supporters:

Chris Jones of Chris Jones Media for the Introduction and Outro recordings for That Sounds Terrific. 

Into and Outro animation created in collaboration with Ben Albert of Balbert Marketing, LLC. Boost your business popularity, traffic, and conversions online!  

The video and audio portions of this podcast are powered by the Vidwheel Creator Network. Join Neil Carrol and be a part of the network that allows you to learn and develop video skills. Make powerful video content while looking terrific on camera so that you can sustain and grow your businesses. Reach a wider audience of clients and partners who need to hear your message and develop the flexibility in your businesses to thrive in a turbulent world. 

You are sitting in a restaurant and suddenly Aha! You start a napkin sketch…it looks terrific. A new innovative approach but what’s next? Connect with Merry Constantino and her team at ProdcutLogic. They will fuel the innovation process through the cross-pollination of knowledge, collaboration, and novel solutions and they will help you get your product to market. Whether you have just that idea or just need a working prototype, you’ll want to be sure to give this episode of TST a listen to learn how Merry and ProductLogic can make your dream become a reality.

About Merry R. Constantino Principal, ProductLogic LLC

Email: merry@productlogic.com

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/merry-constantino-755b885/

Merry R. Constantino is the founder of ProductLogic LLC, a Buffalo-based Industrial Design consulting firm established in 1990. She has developed over 100 commercialized products & is named on 21 United States and foreign patents. ProductLogic provides innovative, cost-effective and user-centric solutions for customers in the Consumer, Medical, Industrial, and Sporting Goods industries. This cross-pollination of knowledge fuels the innovation process and produces both unique and unconventional outcomes. ProductLogic's services include Product Development, Prototype Fabrication, Engineering Solutions & Invention Assistance. Besides her day-job, Merry is actively involved in the entrepreneurial and start-up community in Buffalo, NY.

Connect and Follow Product Logic:

Website: www.productlogic.com

Instagram: www.instagram.com/productlogic.llc

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/productlogic

Twitter: twitter.com/ProductLogicLLC

Facebook: www.facebook.com/ProductLogic.LLC

More About That Sounds Terrific - Host Nick Koziol

For more information on our Podcast, That Sounds Terrific visit our website at www.thatsoundsterrific.com  and be sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. If you or someone you know are doing some terrific things that should be featured by our show then be sure to reach out by emailing us at thatsoundsterrfic@gmail.com.

Special Thank You to Our Sponsors & Key Supporters:

Chris Jones of Chris Jones Media for the Introduction and Outro recordings for That Sounds Terrific.

Into and Outro animation created in collaboration with Ben Albert of Balbert Marketing, LLC. Boost your business popularity, traffic, and conversions online!

The video and audio portions of this podcast are powered by the Vidwheel Creator Network. Join Neil Carrol and be a part of the network that allows you to learn and develop video skills. Make powerful video content while looking terrific on camera so that you can sustain and grow your businesses. Reach a wider audience of clients and partners who need to hear your message and develop the flexibility in your businesses to thrive in a turbulent world.

When Sean Lewis started his band it became his first business. He learned so many lessons while he worked in arguably the most challenging industry. Sean has made a career out of flexing knowledge from owning and working in business.  His company SLC Advising helps leaders create the tools necessary to make their businesses thrive. If your business is ready for that next level or you are unsure if you are heading in the right direction it’s time to connect with Sean Lewis. This terrific guest will help you Love to Own Your business.

About Sean Lewis, President, SLC Advisory Group

Email: sean@slcadvisorygroup.com

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/seanlewisbuffalony

Having served in the roles of partner and Chief Financial and Operating Officer, Sean brings a deep understanding of the challenges facing both the business proprietor and the key individuals who power our businesses forward. Sean uses his over 25 years of business experience to understand your organization's day-to-day operations, and address the myriad of both common and unique challenges that owners and executive officers must overcome as they grow their businesses.

Connect and Follow SLC Advisory

Website: www.slcadvisorygroup.com/

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/slc-advisory-group

Youtube: youtube.com/@slcadvisorygroup716

More About That Sounds Terrific - Host Nick Koziol

For more information on our Podcast, That Sounds Terrific visit our website at www.thatsoundsterrific.com  and be sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. If you or someone you know are doing some terrific things that should be featured by our show then be sure to reach out by emailing us at thatsoundsterrfic@gmail.com.

Special Thank You to Our Sponsors & Key Supporters:

Chris Jones of Chris Jones Media for the Introduction and Outro recordings for That Sounds Terrific.

Into and Outro animation created in collaboration with Ben Albert of Balbert Marketing, LLC. Boost your business popularity, traffic, and conversions online!

The video and audio portions of this podcast are powered by the Vidwheel Creator Network. Join Neil Carrol and be a part of the network that allows you to learn and develop video skills. Make powerful video content while looking terrific on camera so that you can sustain and grow your businesses. Reach a wider audience of clients and partners who need to hear your message and develop the flexibility in your businesses to thrive in a turbulent world.

Episode Description:

With family commitments, work, and life happening all around you who has time for health? It can seem so hard at times to be successful in all three areas because as a successful leader in business, you have meetings and the actual work. Then you get home and there are kids' hockey games, school concerts, and date night. Our next terrific TST guest, Howard Woolley, has created a unique system that focuses on your mindset, beliefs, and behaviors to help you make healthy habit changes. He has helped many people not only lose weight but change their habits for good and created opportunities for them to lead healthier and even more successful life.

About Howard Woolley:

Email: hw3fit@gmail.com

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/howard-woolley-0b8095a6/

Instagram: www.instagram.com/hw3fit/

Facebook: www.facebook.com/howard.woolleyiii

After more than a decade as a Personal Trainer, he followed his desire to branch out on his own and started Howard Woolley Coaching in 2017. Having seen first hand how the “Traditional Industry '' fails to help people maintain their success, he used his knowledge and desire to help others to create a unique methodology, Fitness & Behavior Change Coaching. This method focuses on mindset, beliefs, behaviors & habits along with diet and nutrition, in order to allow people to maintain the changes they make long term.

He now has helped dozens of hard working, successful leaders lose weight and more importantly turn their bodies’ and minds’ into their greatest asset with The Health to Wealth Blueprint(™️)

He and his wife Denise have been married for 15 years, and together they have 2 sons and a daughter. He is a workout enthusiast and spends much of his time coaching and watching his children’s activities.   His priority is being present for himself and his family and providing them the experiences they need to become to continuum to grow in every area of life.

More About That Sounds Terrific - Host Nick Koziol

For more information on our Podcast, That Sounds Terrific visit our website at www.thatsoundsterrific.com  and be sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. If you or someone you know are doing some terrific things that should be featured by our show then be sure to reach out by emailing us at thatsoundsterrfic@gmail.com.

Special Thank You to Our Sponsors & Key Supporters:

Chris Jones of Chris Jones Media for the Introduction and Outro recordings for That Sounds Terrific.

Into and Outro animation created in collaboration with Ben Albert of Balbert Marketing, LLC. Boost your business popularity, traffic, and conversions online!

The video and audio portions of this podcast are powered by the Vidwheel Creator Network. Join Neil Carrol and be a part of the network that allows you to learn and develop video skills. Make powerful video content while looking terrific on camera so that you can sustain and grow your businesses. Reach a wider audience of clients and partners who need to hear your message and develop the flexibility in your businesses to thrive in a turbulent world.

Episode Description:

Rochester, New York is home to 19 exceptional colleges and universities with nearly 74,000 students and over 18,000 graduates a year. Where do these new professionals head to start their careers? Julia Pagano says they should stay right where they are! She leads CampusRoc, a terrific initiative that is proving to recent grads that they should plant their roots close to their Rochester alma mater.

About Julia Pagano, Talent Strategy Manager, Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce

Email: julia.pagano@greaterrochesterchamber.com

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/jpagan02

Julia has an education and background in Psychology and Higher Education Administration, with a concentration in Career Counseling from Stony Brook University. Over 7 years of experience within many areas of higher education, including student engagement, academic advising, career readiness, residence life and housing, and student conduct. Continuing to work and better understand campus retention and post-graduate regional retention.

More About CampusROC:

Website: www.campusroc.org

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/greater-rochester-chamber-of-commerce-inc

Instagram: www.instagram.com/campusroc

Facebook: www.facebook.com/campusroc

CampusROC is an initiative of the Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce and ROC2025. ROC2025 is a powerful alliance of economic development organizations dedicated to making Greater Rochester, New York one of the most dynamic and rapidly growing regional economies in the U.S.

More About That Sounds Terrific - Host Nick Koziol

For more information on our Podcast, That Sounds Terrific visit our website at www.thatsoundsterrific.com  and be sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. If you or someone you know are doing some terrific things that should be featured by our show then be sure to reach out by emailing us at thatsoundsterrfic@gmail.com.

Special Thank You to Our Sponsors & Key Supporters:

Chris Jones of Chris Jones Media for the Introduction and Outro recordings for That Sounds Terrific.

Into and Outro animation created in collaboration with Ben Albert of Balbert Marketing, LLC. Boost your business popularity, traffic, and conversions online!

The video and audio portions of this podcast are powered by the Vidwheel Creator Network. Join Neil Carrol and be a part of the network that allows you to learn and develop video skills. Make powerful video content while looking terrific on camera so that you can sustain and grow your businesses. Reach a wider audience of clients and partners who need to hear your message and develop the flexibility in your businesses to thrive in a turbulent world.

Have you ever been so frustrated that you just wanted to smash something? If you followed through you probably had some instant regrets. iSmash is a place that offers a safe environment where rage and destruction can occur and is in fact encouraged. Our guest today invites you to the unique opportunity where you can smash, splatter paint, and throw axes to eliminate the rage from your system. Join TST Host, Nick Koziol for this smashing episode of That Sounds Terrific with Steven Shortino, Owner/Founder of iSmash!

About Steven Shortino, Owner/Founder of iSmash

Email: stevenshortino@gmail.com

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/steven-shortino-41183818b/

Founder and creator of Smash Solutions, found a way to turn rage into cash. Shortino created his first rage room business in Rochester, New York, in October 2018 when he was only 21 years old. It was initially called Smash Therapy. His determination to make his brainchild stand out from the rest of the existing rage room operators in the region eventually spread like wildfire among other business owners. Smash Therapy was not only becoming famous, but it was also very successful. He started another iSmash location in Syracuse, NY, and in no time at all, Shortino became an industry leader. People came to him, asking him for solutions to their rage room issues, now you can be part of the franchise as they expand the concept nationally.

Connect and Follow iSmash USA:

Website: ismashusa.com/location/ny-rochester/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ismash-rochester

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ismashrochester

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ismashrochester

Youtube: www.youtube.com/@stevenshortino2494

More About That Sounds Terrific - Host Nick Koziol

For more information on our Podcast, That Sounds Terrific visit our website at www.thatsoundsterrific.com  and be sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. If you or someone you know are doing some terrific things that should be featured by our show then be sure to reach out by emailing us at thatsoundsterrfic@gmail.com.

Special Thank You to Our Sponsors & Key Supporters:

Chris Jones of Chris Jones Media for the Introduction and Outro recordings for That Sounds Terrific.

Into and Outro animation created in collaboration with Ben Albert of Balbert Marketing, LLC. Boost your business popularity, traffic, and conversions online!

The video and audio portions of this podcast are powered by the Vidwheel Creator Network. Join Neil Carrol and be a part of the network that allows you to learn and develop video skills. Make powerful video content while looking terrific on camera so that you can sustain and grow your businesses. Reach a wider audience of clients and partners who need to hear your message and develop the flexibility in your businesses to thrive in a turbulent world.

Imagine a place where you can have coffee, cocktails, host parties & events, have educational classroom experiences and access to 40 different artisan shops. Care Verikas is the Co-Founder of the Bristol Bazaar, a beautiful indoor makers market that offers visitors access to everything in one location. Join us for this episode of TST as we discover all that The Bristol Bazaar has to offer!

About Care Verikas, Co-Founder, the Bristol Bazaar

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/carolynwatcke

Care Verikas is co-founder of The Bristol Bazaar as well as Dusty Dude Woodworks with her husband, Eric Verikas. The Bristol Bazaar is a 5,800 square foot indoor makers market based in Bristol, CT that is currently being worked on in hopes of doors opening in early 2023. The space will be able to host up to 40 makers, will have a coffee/cocktail lounge as well as 675 square feet for classes/events/meetings.

When Care isn't working behind the scenes on their two businesses, you will find her and Eric traveling, hiking, camping and spending time with their 5 furbabies - Oreo, Kona, Nutmeg, Peanut & Chip.

Connect and Follow The Bristol Bazaar:

Website: www.thebristolbazaar.com/

Email: info@thebristolbazaar.com

Instagram: www.instagram.com/thebristolbazaarct

Facebook: www.facebook.com/TheBristolBazaarCT

The Bristol Bazaar is an indoor makers market that is open year-round. The space will be able to support up to 40 artisans at any given point and is also home to a coffee cocktail lounge and classroom/event space.

More About That Sounds Terrific - Host Nick Koziol

For more information on our Podcast, That Sounds Terrific visit our website at www.thatsoundsterrific.com  and be sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. If you or someone you know are doing some terrific things that should be featured by our show then be sure to reach out by emailing us at thatsoundsterrfic@gmail.com.

Special Thank You to Our Sponsors & Key Supporters:

Chris Jones of Chris Jones Media for the Introduction and Outro recordings for That Sounds Terrific.

Into and Outro animation created in collaboration with Ben Albert of Balbert Marketing, LLC. Boost your business popularity, traffic, and conversions online!

The video and audio portions of this podcast are powered by the Vidwheel Creator Network. Join Neil Carrol and be a part of the network that allows you to learn and develop video skills. Make powerful video content while looking terrific on camera so that you can sustain and grow your businesses. Reach a wider audience of clients and partners who need to hear your message and develop the flexibility in your businesses to thrive in a turbulent world.

Community is an essential support in the journey toward your goals. Whether you are trying to build a business, complete a passion project or achieve that fitness marker a supportive community is essential.  In this episode of That Sounds Terrific, Merchon Hargrave, shares with us how High Vibe Cowork provides a great community to help you achieve your dreams.

About Merchon Hargrave

Email: Highvibecowork@gmail.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/merchon-hargrave-8b606460/

Merchon Hargrave is the owner of High Vibe Cowork, a virtual community for women entrepreneurs and creators.  She hosts daily meetings to support the community in forms of masterminds, accountability, mindset, and workshops.  She currently resides in Rush with her daughter and husband.

Connect and Follow High Vibe Cowork:

Website: www.highvibecowork.com

Instagram: www.instagram.com/highvibecowork

Mighty Network: mightynetworks.highvibecowork.com

The High Vibe Community is a space for you to show up for yourself, your dreams, your business, whatever you are looking to achieve, we're here to support you. From accountability calls, co-working hours, 24-7 discussions, Q&A sessions, and courses, you can find it here!

More About That Sounds Terrific - Host Nick Koziol

For more information on our Podcast, That Sounds Terrific visit our website at www.thatsoundsterrific.com  and be sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. If you or someone you know are doing some terrific things that should be featured by our show then be sure to reach out by emailing us at thatsoundsterrfic@gmail.com.

Special Thank You to Our Sponsors & Key Supporters:

Chris Jones of Chris Jones Media for the Introduction and Outro recordings for That Sounds Terrific.

Into and Outro animation created in collaboration with Ben Albert of Balbert Marketing, LLC. Boost your business popularity, traffic, and conversions online!

The video and audio portions of this podcast are powered by the Vidwheel Creator Network. Join Neil Carrol and be a part of the network that allows you to learn and develop video skills. Make powerful video content while looking terrific on camera so that you can sustain and grow your businesses. Reach a wider audience of clients and partners who need to hear your message and develop the flexibility in your businesses to thrive in a turbulent world.

Neil K. Carroll spent years creating fantastic videos for his clients. Now through the vidwheel Creator Network he gives you the ability to wield the power of video.  Join us to learn more about this network which allows you to take a hold of the “vidwheel” and drive your goals to successful completion. With the VcN you can make powerful video content, look terrific on camera, and grow your businesses. Learn how to reach a wider audience of clients and partners. Develop the flexibility in your businesses to thrive in a turbulent world.

About Neil K. Carroll, Founder vidwheel, LLC

Email: neil@vidwheel.com

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/neilkcarroll

Neil K Carroll is the owner and founder of vidwheel LLC. He has been working in video production and in the creative fields for 15 years. In this time, he has helped dozens of companies grow from early and startup stages through maturity (including a unicorn tech company).

Neil now works primarily with consultants and solopreneurs. He sees the current state of business and remote work as an incredible opportunity for these businesses to increase their reach, relevance, and marketing share across the globe.

Neil’s mission is to unlock your ability to create powerful, professional video content and grow your business with the medium.

Join the vidwheel Creator Network:

Website: https://vidwheel.com

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/vidwheel

Twitter: www.twitter.com/vidwheel

Youtube: www.youtube.com/@vidwheelLLC

YOU CAN LEVERAGE THE POWER OF VIDEO IN YOUR BUSINESS…

(Even if you’ve never done it before and you don’t know where to start!)

You’ve grown your business on pure will and gumption. When you hit a snag, you teach yourself how to fix it. You believe there’s no problem that can’t be overcome with creativity and determination.

We know because we’re the same way.

And we’re here to be your soup to nuts one-stop resource for all things video!

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For more information on our Podcast, That Sounds Terrific visit our website at www.thatsoundsterrific.com  and be sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. If you or someone you know are doing some terrific things that should be featured by our show then be sure to reach out by emailing us at thatsoundsterrfic@gmail.com.

Special Thank You to Our Sponsors & Key Supporters:

Chris Jones of Chris Jones Media for the Introduction and Outro recordings for That Sounds Terrific.

Into and Outro animation created in collaboration with Ben Albert of Balbert Marketing, LLC. Boost your business popularity, traffic, and conversions online!

The video and audio portions of this podcast are powered by the vidwheel Creator Network. Join Neil K. Carrol and be a part of the network that allows you to learn and develop video skills. Make powerful video content while looking terrific on camera so that you can sustain and grow your businesses. Reach a wider audience of clients and partners who need to hear your message and develop the flexibility in your businesses to thrive in a turbulent world.

Access to make a bet just got so much easier in New York State. I am sure that you have seen a number of ads encouraging you to take a chance and bet on your favorite sports team. Addictive habits can form quickly especially when you add that together with ease of access. Remember that gambling is a slippery slope that can ruin someone financially, and destroy families, and relationships. We invited Jeffrey Wierzbicki and Angela DiRosa back on TST to promote the services of the Western Problem Gambling Resource Center, to share more about the new trends they are seeing, and to remind us all of the common warning signs so you can support those that might be developing an addiction to gambling.

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Angela DiRosa is the Program Manager with the Western Problem Gambling Resource Center. In addition to assisting with awareness and outreach efforts, Angela collaborates with mental health professionals to build a robust problem gambling service network and connects individuals being negatively impacted by problem gambling to the resources they need. Angela has worked in a similar field before joining the Western PGRC conducting training, advocacy and policy change with the NYS Bureau of Tobacco Control.

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More About Jeffrey Wierzbicki:

Jeffrey Wierzbicki is the Team Leader with the Western Problem Gambling Resource Center. He serves as the point person for training and prevention activities and drives community relationship-building in order to advance problem gambling prevention, treatment and recovery efforts throughout the WNY region. Prior to his role with the Western PGRC, Jeffrey directed federal and state programs for runaway and homeless youth, including allocating and advocating for funding and support.

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More About That Sounds Terrific - Host Nick Koziol

For more information on our Podcast, That Sounds Terrific visit our website at www.thatsoundsterrific.com  and be sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. If you or someone you know are doing some terrific things that should be featured by our show then be sure to reach out by emailing us at thatsoundsterrfic@gmail.com.

Special Thank You to Our Sponsors & Key Supporters:

Chris Jones of Chris Jones Media for the Introduction and Outro recordings for That Sounds Terrific.

Into and Outro animation created in collaboration with Ben Albert of Balbert Marketing, LLC. Boost your business popularity, traffic, and conversions online!

The video and audio portions of this podcast are powered by the Vidwheel Creator Network. Join Neil Carrol and be a part of the network that allows you to learn and develop video skills. Make powerful video content while looking terrific on camera so that you can sustain and grow your businesses. Reach a wider audience of clients and partners who need to hear your message and develop the flexibility in your businesses to thrive in a turbulent world.

A unique and fully functional website is a necessity. Scott Humphries and JVF Solutions take a keen interest in what their clients do. They create a custom website that highlights your brand and communicates it with authority online. Keeping your website quick-to-load, completely secure, SEO optimized, and accessible to all audiences are just a few of the things that Scott can help you with. JVF Solutions believe that an educated consumer is the best consumer. Join us for this TST episode to learn the most important things to consider with your website. 

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Scott Humphries leads the sales and marketing function for JVF Solutions.

JVF Solutions will supercharge your business growth with a customized website that will set you apart from your competition. When you hire us, we'll design your website to attract more visitors, keep them engaged, and convert them into clients.

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For more information on our Podcast, That Sounds Terrific visit our website at www.thatsoundsterrific.com  and be sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. If you or someone you know are doing some terrific things that should be featured by our show then be sure to reach out by emailing us at thatsoundsterrfic@gmail.com.

Special Thank You to Our Sponsors & Key Supporters:

Chris Jones of Chris Jones Media for the Introduction and Outro recordings for That Sounds Terrific.

Into and Outro animation created in collaboration with Ben Albert of Balbert Marketing, LLC. Boost your business popularity, traffic, and conversions online!

The video and audio portions of this podcast are powered by the Vidwheel Creator Network. Join Neil Carrol and be a part of the network that allows you to learn and develop video skills. Make powerful video content while looking terrific on camera so that you can sustain and grow your businesses. Reach a wider audience of clients and partners who need to hear your message and develop the flexibility in your businesses to thrive in a turbulent world.

StaffBuffalo is a women-owned business that is your one-stop shop for all your HR and Staffing needs! But they are so much more than that! Lauren Lewis joins us to share all the terrific things that the agency does to establish and maintain close relationships with businesses and job seekers. Their team is constantly networking, providing educational programming, and providing opportunities because they love to make people happy! So whether you are a business owner or looking for that next position, StaffBuffalo provides you with the tools you need to be a success.

More about Lauren Lewis

See Full Bio at: StaffBuffalo.com/aboutlauren

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Lauren is a dynamic business professional with a Bachelor’s Degree in Communications from Fordham University and a Master of Business Administration in Finance from Canisius College.  As a Partner at StaffBuffalo, a local women-owned, full-service professional staffing firm, Lauren combines her background in sales, her love of working with people, and her passion for WNY. Lauren loves working with people and developing strong relationships, and she brings that enthusiasm and positivity to work every day.

About StaffBuffalo:

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StaffBuffalo, a certified women-owned business enterprise, is focused on providing Executive, Permanent, and Temporary Staffing Solutions in the Buffalo, NY area. Throughout the placement process, we target candidates that are both a technical fit and a great cultural fit, which reduces costly turnover in the groups lacking the staff support, makes the Hiring Managers happy, and reduces the strain on internal company resources.

StaffBuffalo Specialties: Accounting & Finance, Executive, Human Resources, Healthcare, Operations, Engineering, Manufacturing, Legal, Real Estate, Customer Service, Retail, and Cannabis Industry positions.

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HRBuffalo provides small and medium-sized businesses with robust HR support to help them grow and expand.  Many companies are opting for an outsourced HR function to ensure they are up-to-date on compliance and changing regulations, their employees are well taken care of, and all within budget.

HRBuffalo Offerings: Day-to-Day HR Support service, HR Compliance, HR Project Consultation & Management, and HR On-Demand.

Hear Your Song empowers children and teens with serious illnesses to have their voices heard. And expressed through the power of music. Dan Rubins and his ever-growing team of terrific musicians collaborate with these young students to write the lyrics and put them to music. These compositions allow them to heard, celebrated and shared. Join us to learn more about this amazing organization and how you can be a part of this inspiring musical cause.

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Dan Rubins is the Co-Founder and Executive Director of Hear Your Song, a 501(c)(3) organization that empowers children and teens with serious illnesses and complex health needs to make their voices heard through collaborative songwriting. After launching Hear Your Song as an undergraduate organization while a sophomore at Yale University, Dan led the organization's national and virtual expansion in 2020 in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Since then, Hear Your Song has helped over 300 kids ages 6-18 in 27 states write their own songs with the support of hundreds of volunteer musicians around the world. A musical theater and opera composer himself, Dan also holds an MA in Elementary Inclusive Education from Teachers College, Columbia University and an MA in Shakespeare Studies from King's College London/Shakespeare's Globe. Dan lives in New York City, where he was formerly a 4th and 5th grade teacher.

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Jack graduated from Yale University with a B.S. in Ecology & Evolutionary Biology (’22), receiving the Yale Glee Club Service Through Music Fellowship to fund his work with Hear Your Song. Jack has been volunteering with Hear Your Song since Fall of 2020, and served as the Co-President of the Yale Hear Your Song chapter in the 2021 - 2022 academic year. Jack is passionate about music, film, art, nature, cooking, and he feels lucky to be able to work with so many incredible kid & teen songwriters to help bring their ideas to life!

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Hear Your Song, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that empowers children and teens with serious illnesses and complex health needs to make their voices heard through collaborative songwriting. Kids living with significant health challenges need the chance to show the world — and sometimes to hear for themselves, too — that they are more than their diagnoses.

In live, collaborative songwriting sessions, Hear Your Song volunteers work with children and teens to guide them through the process of writing their own song lyrics. Using the kid songwriter’s ideas for musical style, melody, instrumentation, and tempo, volunteer composers and musicians then set those words to music and record the song to be heard, celebrated, and shared.

Hear Your Song partners with pediatric hospitals, camps, schools, and other nonprofit programs that serve kids experiencing serious illnesses and complex health needs. Hear Your Song’s volunteers collaborate with kids through campus-based chapters and at the organization’s national level. All of our programs are available to our families and partner organizations free of charge.

In this episode, Ronald Hunt tells us about Success Syndrome, the science of change, and the Green Tornado. Ron is a Catalyst Coach & Consultant, an Inventor, a Mentor, and a genuine connector. His unique approach to coaching often brings him, engineering entrepreneurs, as clients and partners. His methods support people towards their success as he tries to solve climate change by producing clean energy through wind power that is 37 times more efficient. Don't miss this episode of TST!

More about Ronald Hunt

Connect on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/coach-ronald-hunt

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Twiiter: twitter.com/CelebrantHunt

Ronald Hunt has thirty-five tears of Fortune 10 and Big Government experience. It helped teach him the formal AND informal ways that organizations communicate. Filling out the forms completely and Identifying the Catalysts (Change Agents) got projects done quicker!  Active and Leadership roles in various Non-Profits taught him that leadership is the ability to influence, rather than command.

More About Green Tornado Tech

Website: www.GreenTornado.Tech

LinkedIn Business Page: www.linkedin.com/company/86440822

What if Wind Power was 37X more efficient? It would change everything!

Climate Change solved Unprecedented Economic Revival Power for Disaster zones and Third World

More About That Sounds Terrific - Host Nick Koziol

For more information on our Podcast, That Sounds Terrific visit our website at www.thatsoundsterrific.com  and be sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. If you or someone you know are doing some terrific things that should be featured by our show then be sure to reach out by emailing us at thatsoundsterrfic@gmail.com.

Special Thank You to Our Sponsors & Key Supporters:

Chris Jones of Chris Jones Media for the Introduction and Outro recordings for That Sounds Terrific.

Into and Outro animation created in collaboration with Ben Albert of Balbert Marketing, LLC. Boost your business popularity, traffic, and conversions online!

The video and audio portions of this podcast are powered by the Vidwheel Creator Network. Join Neil Carrol and be a part of the network that allows you to learn and develop video skills. Make powerful video content while looking terrific on camera so that you can sustain and grow your businesses. Reach a wider audience of clients and partners who need to hear your message and develop the flexibility in your businesses to thrive in a turbulent world.

Are you ready to say 'Goodbye!' to your fears and stress? Do you need to stop fighting your inner wars with fear and doubt? Orrin Lieuwen guides his clients to form the Mindset of Champions.  Listen to our terrific guest to learn the first steps in transforming your self-doubts into strong, authentic confidence so that you can live the life you were made to live!

More about Orrin Lieuwen, Founder, Lionheart Leadership

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Connect on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/orrinlieuwen

Orrin spent time in faith-based ministry and gained a deep passion for helping others develop, and making an impact. Out of his own journey from scarcity thinking to abundance thinking, he started Lionheart Leadership to help entrepreneurs be insanely confident and resourceful.

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For more information on our Podcast, That Sounds Terrific visit our website at www.thatsoundsterrific.com  and be sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. If you or someone you know are doing some terrific things that should be featured by our show then be sure to reach out by emailing us at thatsoundsterrfic@gmail.com.

Special Thank You to Our Sponsors & Key Supporters:

Chris Jones of Chris Jones Media for the Introduction and Outro recordings for That Sounds Terrific.

Into and Outro animation created in collaboration with Ben Albert of Balbert Marketing, LLC. Boost your business popularity, traffic, and conversions online!

The video and audio portions of this podcast are powered by the Vidwheel Creator Network. Join Neil Carrol and be a part of the network that allows you to learn and develop video skills. Make powerful video content while looking terrific on camera so that you can sustain and grow your businesses. Reach a wider audience of clients and partners who need to hear your message and develop the flexibility in your businesses to thrive in a turbulent world.

Are you a coach or consultant struggling to get traction? Do you have trouble connecting and building relationships with ideal clients? You are not alone and everyone needs a Coach. Give Jaimie Skultety 90 days to Upscale Your Business, and she’ll help you transform your practice so that your clients show up inspired to work with you.

More about Jaimie Skultety, CEO, Upscale Your Business

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Jaimie Skultety is the founder and CEO of Upscale Your Business. Since 2009, Jaimie has been helping professional coaches and consultants who desire to enhance their online presence and attract more ideal prospects for their business. She also designs processes and systems so they can run and grow their business more efficiently. Jaimie helps professional Coaches and Consultants to gain clarity on the critical elements they are currently overlooking. She collaborates with her clients to get all in place in order to help more people and enjoy a more fulfilling business.

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For more information on our Podcast, That Sounds Terrific visit our website at www.thatsoundsterrific.com  and be sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. If you or someone you know are doing some terrific things that should be featured by our show then be sure to reach out by emailing us at thatsoundsterrfic@gmail.com.

Special Thank You to Our Sponsors & Key Supporters:

Chris Jones of Chris Jones Media for the Introduction and Outro recordings for That Sounds Terrific.

Into and Outro animation created in collaboration with Ben Albert of Balbert Marketing, LLC. Boost your business popularity, traffic, and conversions online!

The video and audio portions of this podcast are powered by the Vidwheel Creator Network. Join Neil Carrol and be a part of the network that allows you to learn and develop video skills. Make powerful video content while looking terrific on camera so that you can sustain and grow your businesses. Reach a wider audience of clients and partners who need to hear your message and develop the flexibility in your businesses to thrive in a turbulent world.

Is your business scalable? As you take on more staff, do have documented and accessible training systems in place?  Do you fear losing any of your key staff who hold a lot of company knowledge in their head? Maybe you want to pull back from your current business to start another, but can’t because you have to micromanage every detail?

Systems are a way to guarantee best practices in your business. In professional sports, a good system can turn an average team into a champion. But in business, where do you start?  I’d start with Mr. Systems. Jason Henderberg has the reputation for helping small businesses develop their core methodology. By leveraging systems, leadership, and organizational skills combined with the latest technology he enables your business to thrive.

More about Jason Henderberg and Henderberg Business Solutions, LLC

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Connect on LinkedIn:linkedin.com/in/mister-systems

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Jason has been helping small businesses to grow efficiently for over 30 years. He has a very wide range of knowledge, based on real-world experience gained in manufacturing and construction-based leadership roles. Jason loves to continuously learn, apply, and share the latest in business methodology with his clients. He specializes in providing small business owners with a repeatable, systems-focused culture that defines their best practices and removes workplace stress.

More About That Sounds Terrific - Host Nick Koziol

For more information on our Podcast, That Sounds Terrific visit our website at www.thatsoundsterrific.com  and be sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. If you or someone you know are doing some terrific things that should be featured by our show then be sure to reach out by emailing us at thatsoundsterrfic@gmail.com.

Special Thank You to Our Sponsors & Key Supporters:

Chris Jones of Chris Jones Media for the Introduction and Outro recordings for That Sounds Terrific.

Into and Outro animation created in collaboration with Ben Albert of Balbert Marketing, LLC. Boost your business popularity, traffic, and conversions online!

The video and audio portions of this podcast are powered by the Vidwheel Creator Network. Join Neil Carrol and be a part of the network that allows you to learn and develop video skills. Make powerful video content while looking terrific on camera so that you can sustain and grow your businesses. Reach a wider audience of clients and partners who need to hear your message and develop the flexibility in your businesses to thrive in a turbulent world.

Episode 52: Mission Control, This Is Braveheart’s for Kids with Brian Reinbold

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A Mission Specialist (MS) is a position held by NASA astronauts who have been assigned to a limited field of the overall mission. Brian Reinbold oversees the operations of Bravehearts for Kids . This organization provides life-saving treatments, hope, and inspiration to families facing a pediatric cancer. In Brian’s own words, “I don’t fly the rockets; I just make sure the mission gets accomplished.” Learn about the groups' connection to NASA and all the other terrific things that Brian does to help people.

More About Brian Reinbold

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Brian Reinbold is at his best when he is helping others to become their best. He is the eternal optimist, an enlightening and uplifting speaker, and a community builder who inspires people in all walks of life to rise and meet their challenges through the service of others. With his innovative approach to leadership development, soothing voice, engaging sense of humor, passion for mentoring, and ability to harness the power of analogy to create the aha moment, Brian invites you to dream bigger, accomplish more, and have more fun than you ever thought possible.

More About Braveheart’s for Kids

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BraveHearts for Kids is a national 501(c)(3) public charity with a mission of providing life-saving treatments, hope, and inspiration to families facing a pediatric cancer ordeal through outreach, information, and mentoring.

Adopting the title of Mission Specialist to align with Bravehearts’ connection to NASA, Brian builds on a tradition of excellence in corporate board service in a leadership role akin to a chief operating officer. He oversees the operations of the organization and manages the resources that build capacity and drive the success of each initiative. In Brian’s words, “I don’t fly the rockets; I just make sure the mission gets accomplished.”

At the focus of Brian’s work is elevating the national profile of BraveHearts through outreach and coordination of the fundraising effort. He is interested in connecting with servant business leaders, community leaders, people focused on social advocacy, unity, and constructive civic discourse, and influencers who leverage their status to lift people’s spirits and give them purpose and cause.

To review suggested donation levels and corresponding thank-you gifts, including a private tour of NASA's Johnson Space Center in Houston guided by NASA engineer and BraveHearts for Kids founder, Jeremy Jacobs, please visit braveheartsforkids.org

For more information, or to become involved with the organization, please reach out to Brian here on LinkedIn or email him directly at missionspecialist@braveheartsradio.org

Every day we hear about cyber attacks and information data breaches. We live in almost a complete digital cloud where all your business information, your customer’s information, and other data is accessible through the internet. How do you keep that information in the right hands? The team at Rochester Institute of Technology’s ESL Global Cybersecurity Institute has some terrific ways for companies to test just how strong their cyber security is. Join us to hear from one of the team members in this very important episode of TST as we learn ways to keep our information safe and secure.

More About Justin Pelletier

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Justin Pelletier is the Director of the Cyber Range and Training Center in RIT's Global Cybersecurity Institute. As a component of this work, he trains and leads student teams to perform security assessments for partner organizations. He also oversees cybersecurity competitions that bring together top cyber talent from across the globe. As a Professor of Practice in the Department of Computing Security, Dr. Pelletier teaches at the undergraduate and graduate levels and helped to bring the Hacking for Defense initiative to RIT. He holds a PhD in Information Assurance and Security, an MBA in Entrepreneurship, and a BS in Computer Science. He is also a combat veteran and currently serves as a Major in the U.S. Army Reserve.

More About the ESL Global Cybersecurity Institute at RIT

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RIT’s ESL Global Cybersecurity Institute educates and trains cybersecurity professionals; develops new cybersecurity and AI-based knowledge for industry, academia, and government; and performs systems and network security testing for a wide range of partners.

Founded in 2020, the ESL Global Cybersecurity Institute at RIT is a world-class facility dedicated to cybersecurity. Their students and researchers are working to build secure systems, software, devices, and technologies of the future, while providing resources to commercialize methods, algorithms, software, devices, and designs in cybersecurity to launch scalable entrepreneurial ventures.

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For more information on our Podcast, That Sounds Terrific visit our website at www.thatsoundsterrific.com  and be sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. If you or someone you know are doing some terrific things that should be featured by our show then be sure to reach out by emailing us at thatsoundsterrfic@gmail.com.

Special Thank You to Our Sponsors & Key Supporters:

Chris Jones of Chris Jones Media for the Introduction and Outro recordings for That Sounds Terrific.

Into and Outro animation created in collaboration with Ben Albert of Balbert Marketing, LLC. Boost your business popularity, traffic, and conversions online!

The video and audio portions of this podcast are powered by the Vidwheel Creator Network. Join Neil Carrol and be a part of the network that allows you to learn and develop video skills. Make powerful video content while looking terrific on camera so that you can sustain and grow your businesses. Reach a wider audience of clients and partners who need to hear your message and develop the flexibility in your businesses to thrive in a turbulent world.

What do you get when you cross a born-again “go-getter” with a natural networker? You get Andrew Biernat Co-Founder of the GrowGetters ONLY. He is an Infectious Energizer, devoted husband & father, and owner of one of the most infectious laughs you’ll ever hear. A fellow podcaster of the Personal Growth Personal Brand Podcast, Andrew shares what it truly means to be a GrowGetter and his approach to networking, business, and the importance of keeping life educationally fun. Andrew skillfully creates an amazing web of interactions designed for ambitious, growth-minded professionals in every conversation. Don’t miss this 50th episode, that will help GrowGetters like you take their game to the next level.

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Connect on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/andrewjbiernat

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Andrew is an ambitious family man focused on helping those around him. He has an infectious enthusiasm and a contagious laugh that is guaranteed to put you in better spirits. He's an author, podcaster, entrepreneur and devoted husband and father.

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For more information on our Podcast, That Sounds Terrific visit our website at www.thatsoundsterrific.com  and be sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. If you or someone you know are doing some terrific things that should be featured by our show then be sure to reach out by emailing us at thatsoundsterrfic@gmail.com.

Special Thank You to Our Sponsors & Key Supporters:

Chris Jones of Chris Jones Media for the Introduction and Outro recordings for That Sounds Terrific.

Into and Outro animation created in collaboration with Ben Albert of Balbert Marketing, LLC. Boost your business popularity, traffic, and conversions online!

The video and audio portions of this podcast are powered by the Vidwheel Creator Network. Join Neil Carrol and be a part of the network that allows you to learn and develop video skills. Make powerful video content while looking terrific on camera so that you can sustain and grow your businesses. Reach a wider audience of clients and partners who need to hear your message and develop the flexibility in your businesses to thrive in a turbulent world.

What happens to a young family when they lose a father, husband, and provider? The spouse and kids are often lost in trying to make sense of that missing piece and what to do to move forward. Struggling single parents face the enormous challenge of providing their families with the essentials and often with very little support. This happened to Dylan Walker and his family when his father, Scott, passed away from cancer. It wasn’t an easy journey but the Walker family made it through. Not only that they created hope for others like them. They started the Scott T. Walker Foundation to honor the legacy of their father and so that single parents families wouldn’t face this challenge alone.

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A family-run foundation that is focused on helping single-parent homes. You are not alone, there are people who have experienced the same thing you may be experiencing. Let us and others help you stand tall. Their Mission is to impact the lives of single-parent households through various grants. Their grants will assist with rent/mortgage payments, car payments, athletic, academic, and therapy costs. There is immeasurable potential in the world today, and their goal is to assist families in unlocking that potential. They want to be an extension to their family helping them get through difficult times. Families impacted by the loss or abandonment of a parent have the ability to stand strong and use their experience as a light to others.

More About Dylan Walker , President & Founder Scott T. Walker Foundation

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Dylan Walker by profession is a CPA and works for an accounting firm based in Newtown CT. They currently are reimagining the role of your small business CPA and transitioning the company to not only do your taxes but to be your trusted advisor. They focus on the growth of your business and pride themselves in offering the best customer experience. Dylan accepted this role as it truly allows his knowledge of accounting to not just educate others, but to empower them to make impactful decisions for their business. His passion of helping individuals roles over into the work he does in his free time. The Walker family founded a non-profit to help improve the lives of others. They want to help families like ours. Dylan’s family lost their loving father and husband at the young age of 42. He battled cancer for four years and unfortunately lost the fight. They were left with a widowed mother who at the time was only a part-time employee at Walmart. Through the support of family and friends, the Walker Family could pick themselves up and continue to push forward. Dylan wanted to do the same thing for similar families who have gone through the same type of loss. The mission of the Scot T. Walker Foundation is to raise money to help single-parents pay rents, car payments, athletic costs, academic costs, and therapy costs. The Walker Family know from experience that there are others with so much potential, and we want to help people unlock that potential. Being dealt a bad hand should not cause families to crumble, so hopefully with the support from this foundation will the help others to stand tall.

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Episode 48: Awaken Your Potential with Casey Hasten

Doing what you love for a living may not seem possible. Life and responsibilities have a tendency to get in your way. The energy that we put out attracts others and if you aren’t careful you may be sending out the wrong signals. Our guest Casey Hasten shares some terrific tips on how to set your mind up to open the right doors for you. Awaken your potential through journaling is a holistic approach that weaves your professional goals along with body, mind, and soul so that you can hit all your targets in life. That’s not all! Casey is also a Director of Recruiting at We Are VIP, a podcaster and Ninja of Networking. Don’t miss this episode of TST with Casey Hasten.

More About Casey Hasten

Connect on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/caseychasten/

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The Awaken: Your Potential Journal available in November Learn more and sign up for notifications at  https://www.caseyhasten.com/awakenjournal/

Casey Hasten is the Director of Recruiting and Coaching with VIP, Podcast Host of the We Are VIP Podcast, and the Networking Ninja. Her mission is to help raise the consciousness of the world by helping those she touches learn to be at choice. To accomplish this mission, she focuses on the importance of mindset first and foremost and teaches her clients how to live “at choice” and how to co-create their own reality through managing perceptions. This has led to her most recent passion and project, the Awaken: Your Potential journal.

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VIP was first launched in 2008 as a direct hire executive search firm capable of servicing small privately-owned companies to Fortune 500 companies. With the demand of additional services in 2010 and a highly skilled search team, we quickly added contract and contract-to-hire staffing to enhance our ability to provide excellent customer service to our clients. In 2017, we added our project management consulting division, creating our current holistic approach. These service lines allow us to be the go-to, one-stop shop for our clients. We envisioned a better way of doing business and are continually building on that vision every day.

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For more information on our Podcast, That Sounds Terrific visit our website at www.thatsoundsterrific.com  and be sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. If you or someone you know are doing some terrific things that should be featured by our show then be sure to reach out by emailing us at thatsoundsterrfic@gmail.com.

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TST Episode 44 - Transforming Our Neighborhood One Family at a Time

If you don’t know who your neighbors are, how can you help them or expect community? Jeremy Cranmer and the Neighborhood Transformation Center create opportunities in their neighborhood. The center uses simple things like family-style dinner nights so that conversations can happen. They connect with youth through fun activities like nerf battles to identify needed support. They encourage and uplift the community by role modeling positive behaviors, opening the lines of communication, and creating activities that develop community cohesion. The Transformation Center is proof that a small team can make a big difference by creating an extended family support network. That network breeds new leaders that have the passion and drive to develop their neighborhood into a thriving interactive community.

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Website: http://www.TransformationCenterElmira.com/

Email: transformationcenterelmira@gmail.com

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Cranmer was born and raised in Elmira, NY on the south-side of town, graduated from Southside High School, and went on to attend Davis College in Binghamton, NY. There, Cranmer met his wife, Tricia. They have two kids, a son age 14, and a daughter, age 11. Together they foster a 2 and a half-year-old daughter in their home.

Cranmer spent 12 years in the Department of Social services working with Teens in the foster care system. In 2017, he began work as the director of the Neighborhood Transformation Center and started a small church in the center as well.

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Job search success starts in the head and we only attract success at the level of the vibration we give out. To land your next career, you need to outshine the others. In this episode of TST, we speak with Cathy Lanzalaco who has made her career about inspiring others. Learn about the importance of creativity, networking, and the importance of being unique to stand out from other candidates. It's time to change the way you approach your job search. Come in for a perfect landing with Inspire Careers!

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Cathy is CEO of Inspire Careers, a full-service career marketing firm based in Buffalo and serving job seekers across the country. Inspire Careers specializes in career launches for new college graduates and career marketing strategies for executives and career-minded professionals. Inspire Careers is the home of the Inspire Careers Student Professional Launch Program™, the only new graduate success program in the country, taking recent college grads on the journey from college student to rising professional, and landing jobs they have been dreaming of and working toward. A three-time career changer with 18 years of experience in human resources, Cathy provides insights and strategies that help her clients land jobs and create careers they love.

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For more information on our Podcast, That Sounds Terrific visit our website at www.thatsoundsterrific.com  and be sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. If you or someone you know are doing some terrific things that should be featured by our show then be sure to reach out by emailing us at thatsoundsterrfic@gmail.com.

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The video and audio portions of this podcast are powered by the Vidwheel Creator Network. Join Neil Carrol and be a part of the network that allows you to learn and develop video skills. Make powerful video content while looking terrific on camera so that you can sustain and grow your businesses. Reach a wider audience of clients and partners who need to hear your message and develop the flexibility in your businesses to thrive in a turbulent world. 

This very special episode of TST highlights people living with dementia, their caregivers, the volunteers, and the staff of the Walk to End Alzheimer’s. The walk events are held annually in more than 600 communities nationwide and are the world's largest fundraiser for Alzheimer's care, support, and research. This inspiring event calls on participants of all ages and abilities to join the fight against the disease.  Our episode highlights just some of the terrific people that support the Alzheimer’s Association. Together they support the association in providing 24/7 care and support and advance research toward methods of prevention, treatment, and, ultimately, a cure for all dementia.

The Alzheimer’s Association and the Rochester and Fingerlakes Chapter

The Alzheimer's Association leads the way to end Alzheimer's and all other dementia — by accelerating global research, driving risk reduction and early detection, and maximizing quality care and support.

For round-the-clock information and support, call the free 24/7 Helpline 800.272.3900.

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Jim Gulley

Jim is currently living with Alzheimer’s and walks to find a cure for his children and every child born in the next generation to be liberated from the very difficult life that affects more than 6 million Americans.

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Teresa Galbier
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Teresa Galbier has been the Executive Director of the Alzheimer's Association Rochester Finger Lakes Chapter for nearly 19 years. She is a member of the NYS Governor's Council on Alzheimer's and Related Disorders. Teresa is a proud graduate of SUNY Brockport's MPA Program and is a member of Pi Alpha Alpha, the international MPA Honor Society.

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Maureen’s father passed away from Alzheimer’s in 2016 and she walks to honor him.  Maureen recently retired from a career in television news, including news anchor at WROC-TV in Rochester NY, her hometown.

Shelby Ascroft

Shelby is the chair of the Finger Lakes Walk committee and is walking in hopes of seeing the world’s first Alzheimer's survivor.

Jan van den Blink, CEO Hilliard Corp., Inc

Jan van den Blink is the chair of the Twin Tiers Walk to End Alzheimer's Committee and CEO of the Hilliard Corporation.  Jan walks to honor his mother, Former Hilliard Corp. Chair and CEO Katherine "Nelson" Mooers van den Blink and to find a cure to end Alzheimer's Disease for all others currently living with and affected by the disease.

Teens and young adults have many challenges in this world. They are starting things like high school, college, and their first real job. The stress of peer pressure alone can be enough to make some crumble. Add a cancer diagnosis and this group can often find themselves isolated and unsure of where to turn. 13thirty Cancer Connect is unlike most cancer support organizations. They concentrate efforts on a targeted national problem that affects approximately 89,000 young people in the US each year. Executive Director, Lauren Spiker, founded this organization because her daughter Melissa’s last request was that her mother uses what she had learned to “make a difference, to make things better." Melissa’s legacy is a community of supporters that make huge impacts in the lives of young adults and their families. Join host Nick Koziol with guests Lauren Spiker and Steve Esposito (13thirty Cancer Connect, Program Director) to learn more about how this terrific organization makes a difference.

About 13thirty Cancer Connect

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13thirty Cancer Connect, Inc. is a registered 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization established in 2001 following the death of Melissa Sengbusch who was 19 years old when she died of acute myeloid leukemia. Since its beginning (first called Melissa’s Living Legacy Teen Cancer Foundation), 13thirty has become an internationally known and respected leader in the field of adolescent and young adult (AYA) cancer because of our strong passion, clear vision, and steadfast commitment to a singular focus – teens and young adults with cancer.

Unlike many other cancer support organizations, we concentrate our efforts and resources on a targeted national problem that affects approximately 89,000 young people in the United States each year. As Melissa asked of her mom, we are making a difference. We are making things better for teens and young adults with cancer around the world.

Connect with Lauren Spiker, Executive Director/Founder

Email: lauren@13thirty.org LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauren-spiker-3861b211/

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Email: stephen@13thirty.org Twitter: @Steve13thirty Instagram: @steve13thirty Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SteveEsposito19 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/steve-esposito-a915098a/

You scream, I scream, we all scream for ice cream! This week's episode of That Sounds Terrific focuses on the terrific work of Karisa Rountree and the non-profit Scoops and Scripture. Karisa and her amazing volunteers go into the community to build relationships through ice cream socials and the sharing of the gospel. They bring smiles to children and adults alike. It is all about supporting others through service and fellowship!

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Email: thescoop@scoopsandscripture.org

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Scoops and Scripture is a nonprofit ministry that focuses on the heart of the community by going to different places such as nursing homes, children's homes, adult day care centers, women/men rehab facilities, veteran's homes, etc, and building relationships with the residents there. We go bi-weekly or monthly, depending on what the volunteers can do, and have what we call a "Scoops gathering" that consists of devotion, singing, prayer, taking pictures, door prizes, and of course, a big ice cream party! That is the overall gist. It's all about loving and serving and sharing hope.

Connect with Karisa Rountree, Director of Ministry Services with Scoops and Scripture

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Nikki Murphy had a stormy childhood textured with both joy and great difficulties and loss. Through the changing winds, she developed the inner strength to persevere and invite us all on an enthralling tour through her "Home for Hurricanes". We explore powerful poetry and inspirational thoughts and experience a hard-fought journey that will have us discovering ways to find healing, love, and gratitude. Nikki reminds us that no matter where you come you can weather the storms and are strong enough to withstand anything life may through your way.

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Monique “Nikki” Murphy is an awarded Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Leader, speaker, poet, and best-selling author of Home For Hurricanes: A Memoir of Resilience in Poetry and Prose. As a first-generation college graduate from a tough neighborhood and with the experience of thriving after devastating hardship, Murphy possesses a deep passion for both socio-economic empowerment for underserved communities and for equipping people with the knowledge and inspiration to reach their fullest potential, in spite of life’s obstacles. Her writing, speaking, and DEI work aims to foster understanding across communities and provide expertise to intentionally tackle issues that impede progress toward belonging, inclusion, and personal fulfillment.  Murphy has over a decade of experience working with Fortune 500 companies to enhance their risk management and DEI strategies and has been named a 2019 Diversity Leader by Profiles for Diversity Journal, one of Face2Face Africa’s 30 Black Stars Business and Professional Achievers, and has been awarded a Certificate of Congressional Recognition. She has been a featured speaker at numerous conferences and events, on topics ranging from diversity, equity & inclusion to self-empowerment.  Murphy holds a B.S. in Finance from New York University’s Stern School of Business and resides with her husband and 5-year-old son on Long Island, New York.

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Healthcare is an important business. As a customer, you are looking for a great doctor. Doctors spent their time in college doing everything they could to become terrific doctors. There wasn’t a lot of time leftover dedicated on how to run a practice. And now that they are running their own practice the last thing you want is them trying to juggle the business end themselves. That is where Melissa “Missy” Marsocci comes in. She is passionate about excellent doctors and provides them with the opportunity to run a high-quality practice. Missy is driven by her passion to help dedicated healthcare professionals go from just a surviving practice to thriving practice. With a degree in Healthcare Administration and a Master’s in Science in Health Systems Administration Missy provides the systems, resources, tools, and support that allows doctors to be doctors and takes away any worry about their business. Missy Marsocci is terrific because she allows you to keep that great family physician right there at your local office.

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A Healthcare entrepreneur experienced in the ownership and operation of medical practices. Currently the owner of a Healthcare Consulting company offering a full suite of services, with niche areas in turnaround Consulting and new practice startups.

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At Cornerstone Healthcare Consulting, we are the physician’s “agent.” Our team is here to provide analysis and insight for physicians who need a partner in their practice. Whether it's marketing or branding, opening a new practice, or turning around an existing one, we are ready with solutions that will give you more time to do what matters most - caring for your patients.  Founded by Melissa Marsocci in 2014, we represent group practices, sole practitioners, and hospital-employed physicians across the country. Cornerstone has been involved with a number of projects, including opening multiple practices throughout New York State as well as the Greater Philadelphia Region.  We are passionate about good medicine, high standards of care, and doing what is best for the patient. We seek to build relationships with physicians who are passionate about these things as well.

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Join us for a very special episode of "That Sounds Terrific" as we interview our first International Guest. We travel across the Atlantic to speak with David Simmonds, Chairman of HCM Metrics. David gives us a great insight into a new International Metric out of Geneva, Switzerland called ISO 30414. ISO 30414 allows us now to measure the ROI of Human Resources. Traditionally Human Resources has been seen as a passive, transactional function, having to do with hiring and firing. David says no more! He has built his company to bring HR into the C-suite to give Human Resources its proper role as leaders of organizational change.  Join David as he shares how companies can implement standards that provide the metrics, instruments, and give the evidence that Human Resources needs to achieve what it has been doing all these years...by proving its outcomes showing its ROI. 

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We are here to transform the workplace - for employees and employers alike! We're passionate about making every job something to look forward to!  The objective, International Standard framework of ISO 30414 HCM reporting empowers the HR function to take its rightful place in the boardroom, and for it to move from a service role by using data-driven evidence-based actions to take the lead in strategic organizational transformation.  This will enable the organization to achieve its strategic plan. And every member of staff will enjoy the ride!  Helping companies measure the ROI of their HR function.

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We have all heard about Nature versus Nurture. But how much of nature or events during pregnancy and childbirth really affect the behavior of your child. This week's terrific guest is Kristan Wesidack of BehaviorWorx of Southwestern PA and she is here to help us get a better understanding of the holistic approach to working with children and the behaviors that started from the way they came into this world. So if you manage a mental health agency that provides services to young children and if your employees or staff are unsure about how to handle client behavior; if you are a parent that just needs a better understanding of the root causes of behavior then be sure to add this episode to your queue and to connect with our terrific guest Kristan Weisdack.

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Kristan is the Founder and CEO of BehaviorWorx of Southwestern Pa.  She has personal and professional experience working with children with special needs. She is passionate about helping parents and professionals understand the root causes of behavior with a holistic approach, having training in behavior analysis, infant massage and nutrition.

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Website: www.behaviorworxofsouthwesternpa.com

Email: behaviorworxpa@gmail.com

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Everyone is creative. Not everyone gets to be creative every day. However, Beth Slazak gets to be creative any time she wants. In fact, finding a creative approach to everything she does is not only encouraged but it's also a necessity. Beth and the team at the Creative Education Foundation help others in the community excel at Creative Problem Solving. They teach you how to use the Creative Problem Solving Method or CPS method to approach your problems or challenges in imaginative and innovative ways. Together they help you to redefine the problems and opportunities you face, in order to come up with new, innovative responses and solutions, in order to take action. It's time to be creative, does That Sound Terrific?

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If you search the Internet for “Creative Problem Solving,” you’ll find many variations, all of which may be traced back to the work started by Alex Osborn in the 1940s and nurtured at Buffalo State College and the Creative Education Foundation. The diversity of approaches to the Creative Problem Solving process that have developed since is a testimony to the power of the idea.

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Beth holds a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Buffalo in History with a minor in Dance, a Social Studies Certification in Education from Buffalo State, and a Masters of Science in Creative Studies from Buffalo State, has completed a three-year Certified Humor Professional program from the Association for Applied and Therapeutic Humor and is in the middle of her Masters of Business Administration degree from D’Youville College.  Beth has a passion for improv and enjoys studying it at Buffalo ComedySportz and Toronto’s Second City. From teaching at a middle school to adjuncting at a few of the local colleges, her long career in the education world has taught her the value of what dedicated faculty and staff bring to a student’s life. She combines this knowledge with excitement for deliberative problem solving to train people worldwide through the Creative Education Foundation.

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In this episode of TST, we talk to Jim Johnson, a high school basketball coach with experience in winless seasons, multiple championship teams, and some of his players that have made it to the NBA. Every game has historical moments where a player or players are so in the zone that they perform amazing feats. Daniel "Rudy" Ruettiger's sack for Notre Dame, Team USA Hockey winning Olympic Gold in 1980, baseball's Ron Necciai throwing a nine-inning no-hitter with 27 strikeouts, and basketball's Wilt Chamberland's 100 point game. Coach Johnson created a special moment like Coach Devine for Rudy, he made J-Mac's dream come true when he put him in his first basketball game. What happened in the last few minutes of that final game which honored seniors was nothing less than a miracle.

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On Feb. 15, 2006, Coach Johnson made the kindhearted gesture of inserting his autistic manager, Jason McElwain, now known to the world as J-Mac into Greece Athena High School’s final home game, which the Trojans won 79-43. J-Mac scored 20 points in just over four minutes, including six three-point baskets, to become an instant national celebrity. Coach Johnson, also, was featured in major news outlets around the country.  To make the Hollywood ending complete, Greece Athena captured the first Section V title of Coach Johnson’s career a few weeks later. A second sectional crown followed in 2007, and Coach Johnson then coached the Trojans to their third straight league title in 2008 by posting a perfect 12-0 record in league play, netting Coach of the Year honors.  Coach Johnson has made a number of radio and television appearances, including the Oprah Winfrey and Jim Rome shows. In 2006 he met President George W. Bush, Governor George Pataki, and Senator Hillary Clinton, to name just a few luminaries. The Athena team was also paid a visit at school by NBA legend Earvin “Magic” Johnson. J-Mac’s magic moment won the ESPY for “Best Sports Moment” at the ESPN awards show later that year.

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Ashley Fico joins us in this episode with a new innovative take on the escape room. The InnoQuests mobile app takes you and your fellow adventurers on a choose-your-own-adventure experience in your hometown. Solve puzzles from location to location and rediscover your city like you never have before. Join our terrific guest as we learn more about this hybrid virtual escape room experience. 

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InnoQuests LLC offers a new way to explore, like never before! Created by Kyle Anker & Ashley Fico, InnoQuests transforms touring a city into an escape room-like experience. Players are immersed in a story delivered via the InnoQuests mobile app that guides them from location-to-location. Puzzles/clues presented along the way can only be solved through real-world exploration!

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Ashley Fico is CEO and Co-Founder of InnoQuests LLC. Along with her brother, Kyle Anker, she created the InnoQuests' mobile app. They are committed to using their product to provide interactive adventures that provide unique and memorable opportunities to explore the world.

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In this episode of That Sounds Terrific we speak to Mike Anderson of G.R.O.W. Buffalo which supports small businesses and sales professionals. Starting during the Corona Pandemic this organization is continuing to pave the way for unprecedented growth in area businesses through networking, training, and other support. Join us to learn how G.R.O.W. Buffalo is making a positive impact in the WNY area and how you can benefit from joining their network of professionals. Let's Grow Buffalo!

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G.R.O.W. supports local small businesses and sales professionals! We are starting during this difficult period of Coronavirus-19 quarantine and intend to keep the group active and growing well past this current crisis.

• Sharing helpful, up-to-date, and relevant information for WNY businesses through text and video posts

• Online video networking and educational events specifically geared to our local business community

• People and organizations to share ways in which they will help businesses in unique and low cost or free ways

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Mike did not take a traditional path to get where he is. He dropped out of high school and got in trouble a few times as a young adult, but was able to turn it around over 15 years ago. He ended up graduating from the University of Buffalo with his Bachelor's degree in Business and go on to have a successful and evolving sales career. He has been in sales for about 20 years, ranging from outbound cold calls, inbound calls, and then worked at a bank for almost 9 years starting from customer service and leaving as a Branch Manager. Throughout his career, he has received multiple awards and has helped manage teams to become some of the best branches in the country. He has changed his approach from more of a direct sales approach to recently changing to building a business on high-quality relationships. He is now a Business Insurance Agent with Witkin Scott, a Partner in a Commercial Mortgage Brokerage Firm. And His biggest passion is a newly formed Non-Profit called GROW Buffalo Business. In 12 months, it has grown to over 2,000 members, became a non-profit, and has hosted over 150 virtual events, with mastermind groups, non-profit networking, and a youth program coming, among other things. He prides himself on being someone who can continually learn, adjust, and turn weaknesses into strengths. Most important to him is helping and support others, especially working closely with business owners to help in a variety of ways, which was how G.R.O.W. started with the 2 other co-founders, Connie and Kanishka

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The perceptions of culture and their impacts on the learning process in our community are lacking. Students are not adequately taught the importance of intercultural competencies and cross-cultural communication. Dr. Rhianna Rogers launched the Buffalo Project to analyze where we are, where we are going, and to address these issues.  In this episode of TST learn more about how cultural understanding across gender, race, ethnicity, class, and location affects communication. 

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Bio: Dr. Rhianna C. Rogers is an Associate Professor of Interdisciplinary Studies and Coordinator of the Global Indigenous Studies program at SUNY Empire State College. She is an expert in cultural/ethnic studies, intercultural competencies and diversity education, cultural mediation, and virtual exchange programmatic development and implementation. Dr. Rogers is the Principal Investigator (PI) of SPEC/Buffalo Project, a grant-funded and award-winning, comprehensive, action-based diversity program focused on upskilling populations to inform solution-making efforts in college and community environments (2010-present). She was the Ernest Boyer Presidential Fellow at the Rockefeller Institute of Government - Center for Law and Policy Solutions (2019-2020), a Stevens Initiative/COIL Visiting Professor of Anthropology at the American University of Technology in Kaslik, Lebanon (2017-2018), and served two terms as the SUNY Empire State College Coordinator of Interdisciplinary and Multidisciplinary Studies (2017-2019 & 2014-2017). Dr. Rogers has been appointed to a variety of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) leadership positions including, NY Board of Regents and the State Education Department Digital Equity Summits (2021), the Lumen Circles/Gates Foundation DEI Faculty Development Project (2021), the Kettering Foundation Civic Engagement and Deliberative Dialogue (US and International) Institute consulting team, the SUNY Empire Presidential Diversity Taskforce, the SUNY Empire DEI Council & PRODiGY Steering Committee, and she is an active member of the Racialized Faculty Caucus. She has won multiple awards for her innovative approach to teaching and learning, including, most recently, 2021 James William and Mary Elizabeth Hall Endowed Award for Innovation, the 2020-2021 & 2019-2020 SUNY Empire Provost Innovation Award, the 2018-2019 SUNY Explorations in Diversity & Academic Excellence Award (EDAE), and the 2017-2018 SUNY Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Teaching.

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The Buffalo Project is a longitudinal participatory action research project based in Buffalo NY. For ten years (AY 2010-present), Buffalo Project data has been analyzed to discuss college students’ perceptions of culture and its impacts on the learning process to develop programming that is sensitive of the intersectionalities of our community.

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All relationships are built on trust. When you lose it, trust is so hard to gain back. Sometimes couples seek out a professional to help you rebuild what they lost. But, who do you go to when your company has trust issues? The person you seek is Bob Whipple. If you want to grow amazing leaders and mold your company culture back into a thriving work environment you look no further than the Trust Ambassador. Join host Nick Koziol and learn from Bob Whipple about what it takes to rebuild relationships at the corporate level.

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CEO of Leadergrow Inc., a company dedicated to improving leadership in organizations He is known internationally as "The Trust Ambassador"  He is a professional speaker and a member of the National Speakers Association He is a Certified Professional in Learning and Performance with the Association for Talent Development He has been named by Inc. Magazine as one of the top 100 Leadership Speakers for the past three years and by Leadership Excellence Magazine as one of the top 15 thought leaders  Trust Across America has honored him with the Lifetime Achievement Award as a Top Thought Leader in Trust  He has five published books on the topic of trust, over 700 published articles, and more than 100 videos on various leadership topics

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For more information on our Podcast, That Sounds Terrific visit our website at www.thatsoundsterrific.com  and be sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. If you or someone you know are doing some terrific things that should be featured by our show then be sure to reach out by emailing us at thatsoundsterrfic@gmail.com.

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Overnighting at camp is an opportunity for kids to be kids. For many, it is viewed as a necessary right of passage but what happens when your child has cancer and needs to be in a hospital or have treatments on a regular basis? These children also have weakened or compromised immune systems and often have to miss out on a lot of things. These children need a came to come to and Camp Ta-Kum-Ta in South Hero, Vermont provides an amazing experience for these kids and their families. Join host Nick Koziol and our terrific guest Dan Osman, as we learn more about this terrific place and the wonderful memories it creates for these special campers.

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Mission: Camp Ta-Kum-Ta provides challenging, extraordinary experiences in a safe and loving environment for children who have or have had cancer and their families.  Camp exists for Vermont and Northern New York children (including other out-of-state children who are treated in Vermont), at no cost to their families.

Camp Ta-Kum-Ta was founded through the dedicated efforts of a small group of people lead by Sheara Billado, a pediatric oncology nurse at UVM Medical.  Wanting a parent’s perspective to be core to the planning, she invited Ted and Debby Kessler to be a part of the group and before he knew it, Ted became the Camp Director.  Both Ted and Debby wanted to recreate the mind/body healing experience their son Todd had at a cancer camp in New York State.  Together, for over 30 years, Sheara, Ted, and Debby fundraised, planned, and built an outstanding non-profit organization that now owns its own property and runs year-round programs for children with cancer and their families.

How the Camp Got Its Name:
While in the Pediatric Oncology Unit at the hospital discussing the possibility of a camp where “kids with cancer” can just be “kids”, one of the children still too young to attend exclaimed in frustration “but I want a camp to come ta!”. The name was perfect!  Eventually, she did get her “Camp Ta-Kum-Ta”. Today, she is one of the many survivors volunteering during our programs.

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Dan is one of the leading experts and premier trainers on kids, staff, fundraising, and the experience of summer camp. He has been involved with camps and youth development for twenty-five years as a volunteer, counselor, fundraising professional, and director. He is currently the Director of Development at Camp Ta-Kum-Ta an organization that creates year-round experiences for families impacted by childhood cancer. Dan is also an award-winning advocate for mental health on the state and national level, working with government officials to change the landscape of health care to best serve those in recovery from addiction and mental health conditions. Dan lives in Milton, Vermont with his wife Audrey and daughter Emma.

For change to happen one must establish goals, deliver them in clear communication,  and often they need to collaborate with and create strong partnerships to achieve a mission. Movements for change are often is sparked by a moment in history that defines us. Dina Johnson has answered a calling. In response to questions from her own teenage children about George Floyd, Dina made a conscious effort to educate a community by forming a coalition for positive change. Started in Monroe County, New York the Monroe County Family Coalition (MCFC) is looking to mobilize this movement and open the lines of communication around inequity gaps to bring about necessary change in our communities. MCFC is educating through action and has clearly defined goals. They are building partnerships with civic leaders, local organizations, and law enforcement in order to establish stronger lines of communication and understanding. Inequality is one of the biggest issues in America, join the coalition to bridge those gaps together.

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Monroe County Family Coalition, Inc. (MCFC) is a nonprofit organization formed by a group of Monroe County parents, teachers, and counselors, in the wake of the Black Families Matter rally held on June 20, 2020, in the Town of Greece. Members came together with a vision to create opportunities for youth and families, bring about change, and bridge inequality gaps in the community.

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Dina is the founder and CEO of the Monroe County Family Coalition, Inc. (MCFC) and director of care and support at the Alzheimer’s Association, Rochester and Finger Lakes Region. 

She graduated from the Rochester Institute of Technology with a bachelor’s degree in biomedical science/premed with a concentration in psychology. Dina also holds a graduate certificate in nonprofit management leadership from St. John Fisher College and attending St. John fisher College in the Fall of 2021 majoring in the M.S. Mental Health Counseling Program. 

Dina is a member of the Board of Directors and chair of the Community/HR Committee at Partners in Restorative Initiatives, and a member of the Mental Health Workgroup for Racial and Structural Equity Commission. She also serves as a parent liaison for culturally-responsive Education at Greece Athena Middle School. 

Dina’s motivation to form this group was inspired by a Black Families Matter rally held in the Town of Greece on June 20, 2020. After the rally, Dina decided to get involved in stakeholder discussions around key issues such as diversity, inclusion and equity within the government bodies and community organizations within the Town of Greece.  These meetings led to the forming of the Monroe County Family Coalition. Dina hopes that MCFC will serve all people in Monroe County, providing much need resources such as tutoring for children and families, educational lectures, mental health services, etc. Having a Baptist faith background and raised by a pastor and wife, she believes in the power of bridging gaps, creating unity, and particularly serving the underserved and underrepresented communities.

Dina lives in Greece, NY, is married, and has four children and two grandchildren.

Have you ever been in pain? Everyone has experienced some sort of pain but what if that pain never went away? How do you manage pain like that? Arthritis affects 1-4 adults and what's worse is it is not just limited to older people, children suffer from it as well. It also never goes away and could get worse with time. This week on TST we hear from Nancy Sorbella at the Arthritis Foundation where they are fighting to raise awareness, ease symptoms, and most importantly - develop a cure. Join us during Arthritis Awareness Month to learn more about how you can help!

About Nancy Sorbella, Community Engagement Director for the Arthritis Foundation of NY

Nancy is the Community Engagement Director for the Arthritis Foundation of NY where she works in mission programming, community outreach, volunteer cultivation, and fundraising. After years of working in marketing and sales, she has used her extensive volunteer experience as a springboard into where her passion truly lies: the non-profit sector. Every day is meaningful, rewarding, and energizing.  She lives in Carmel, NY with her husband and 3 kids and is an engaged alumni board member at her beloved alma mater, SUNY Cortland, a member of the Bedford Armonk Rotary Club, and a committee member for the Carmel Rams Youth Football & Cheer organization.  When she is not working and raising her family she is studying for her Masters in Healthcare Leadership, teaching aquatic exercise, gardening, and cheering on her friends in every aspect of their lives.

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Arthritis is one of the most widespread health conditions in the United States. It affects about one in four adults overall. That's over 54 million men and women. To recognize this toll on Americans' health, CDC, the Arthritis Foundation, and other partners observe Arthritis Awareness Month in May.

May is Arthritis Awareness Month!

54 million Americans, including over 300,000 children have arthritis.  To date, there is no cure.  It is the #1 cause of disability in the US.  The AF is boldly pursuing a cure but we are not there yet.

May 16th is the Walk to Cure Arthritis -- sign up for free:

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Household cleaners are dangerous. A child accidentally ingesting them could prove to be fatal. What if I could introduce you to someone that could help you eliminate that threat from your home? What if that person can help save your family from many harmful products? Meet, Stacy Gulick. She has been known to ingest a cleaner or two...wait...WHAT?!? They definitely don't taste terrific but Stacy has done it to prove a point: EcoSense products are that safe. Stacy is armed with an amazing source of information that can help you find the best cleaning solutions, premium cosmetics, healthy snacks, scientifically proven vitamin packs, and other incredible products that are all environmentally safe.  Join Nick Koziol as we explore the healthier side of living that is Melaleuca The Wellness Company. 

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About Stacy Gulick, MS, OTR/L, ATP

Stacy works with individuals frustrated with their chronic illness who want to improve their health, or families who are healthy and just want to stay that way while staying on a budget. She uses extensive healthcare expertise and 13 years of personal experience with the products, to match households to the supplements, skin care, nutrition plan, or household solutions they need to meet their wellness goals.

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Focus my young padawans. Networking...hard it is. Opening your meeting with a sales pitch is the path to the dark side … the sales pitch leads to anger … anger leads to hate … hate leads to suffering sales margins. A true networker that wants to make the sale of a lifetime will give more than they take. What better person to explain this than the Obi-Wan Kenobi of Networking Christine Smith of riplEFX. Christine is a 4 to 4 Expert, an Intentional Networking Coach, a Debt Terminator, and a Process Strategy Consultant. Come and learn the ways of the force with this Networking master. 

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More About Christine Smith, CEO-riplEFX - Networking Jedi

Christine is not your average gal. A divorced mom of one, Christine has an engineered, artistic mind with a bartender’s personality. She has made her way through pre-dominantly male industries to build a business tailored to those with a genuine givers mindset. Her experience has aided in her development of a process to educate others on how to build their networks intentionally. Christine has built her business through active community building and strives for others to be able to replicate so that perhaps one day networking won’t always feel like a dirty word. 

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Strategic format designed to get you in front of your ideal clients and advocates Build and leverage strong relationships so getting past the gatekeepers and to the right decision-makers requires NO cold calls We offer virtual, in-person and hybrid meeting and event formats Access to exclusive professional development opportunities Access to all our members - worldwide

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Have you ever ordered in a restaurant and while you are waiting you see someone else get their food. That looks so good! Why didn't I order that? What if you could find the perfect meal just by viewing photos on your phone? Are you hungry yet? You'll want to swipe right for this TST episode. Join host Nick Koziol and explore the career journey of Dan Abbotoy. No journey is without its twists, turns, and meandering paths. From driveway car wash to Med student on a SUNY-wide college tour to multiple Entrepreneurial startups. Dan's journey of never having the word "No" in his vocabulary is creating a Tinder for food to put local restaurants on an even playing field with the mega-chains. 

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Dan is a dreamer just trying to figure it out like everyone else. The more hurdles in the way, the more solutions there are. Dan believes that rocket science is rocket science and brain surgery is brain surgery. While challenging those things can be learned through time and dedication.

“The best way to predict the future is to invent it.” -Alan Kay

"It is not the critic who counts. ... The credit belongs to the man who is actually in the arena; whose face is marred by the dust and sweat and blood; who strives valiantly ... who, at worst, if he fails, at least fails while daring greatly; so that his place shall never be with those cold and timid souls who know neither victory or defeat." -Theodore (aka:Teddy) Roosevelt

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Robert Durante, is an Executive Coach, Career Mentor, and storyteller. He facilitates a unique Career Support group that focuses on individual empowerment and leadership development for executives. One of the many things he helps people to develop is their story>  He trims that old-school elevator pitch from 60 plus seconds down to 15. A direct example of this describing Bob would be "I am career mentor Bob Durante, forget the resume and cover letter for a moment. As a job seeker, the most important tool in your arsenal is your story as a career counselor I can help you author a new professional narrative that will lead you to your next opportunity..." Join TST Host Nick Koziol, to learn from Bob Durante about the Western New York Executive Candidates group and the stories that he has helped to develop for over 700 career landings. 

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We return to the subject of our first episode!  Dr. Bernadette Clabeaux is a professional educator, wildlife rehabilitator (total superhero) who started the non-profit WNY Raptor and Wildlife Care, Inc. She needs your help to continue her calling.  Join host, Nick Koziol, as he revisits this important topic and learns the ways that you can make an immediate impact on the lives of injured raptors and other wildlife. Help us build their new home!

For more information on our Podcast, That Sounds Terrific visit our website at www.thatsoundsterrific.com  and be sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. If you or someone you know are doing some terrific things that should be featured by our show then be sure to reach out by emailing us at thatsoundsterrfic@gmail.com.

Be sure to check out WNY Raptors and WIldlife Care website by visiting www.wnyraptor.com

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WNY Raptor and Wildlife Care, Inc. is a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to wildlife rehabilitation, treatment, and release of injured raptors (hawks, owls, falcons) and other wildlife, and to raising awareness about the importance of wildlife. We are dedicated to helping injured wildlife in the Buffalo, NY region. Be sure to support their mission by giving a gift that will help provided the necessary materials, supplies, and funds to provide wildlife with the best care possible.

Special thanks to Chris Jones of Chris Jones Media for the Introduction and Outro recordings for That Sounds Terrific. If you need some great talent for your podcast, voice-over, and/or video contact Chris today. Be sure to check out his podcast "The Bow Knows VO" which is available on your favorite app, including Stitcher and Soundcloud.

The War on Talent is real. Covid in a lot of ways has defined new battle lines. Kevyn Rustici and ADP are in the middle of leading a movement to change how companies view talent from recruitment through professional development. Through networking, dedication, and careful planning Kevyn is partnering with other leaders to pave the way to educate others about new ways to utilize talent in the workforce. Are you ready for the future? 

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“There is always a better way”  With a degree in Biology Kevyn tends to take a more data-driven approach to help solve complex business challenges.   Helping organizations flip their HR departments from a cost center to a profit center, by leveraging technology, data, and strategy.  Giving companies a definitive competitive edge in this war on talent, empowering HR to shift from the tactical reactionary function of old to a strategic data-driven enabled business partner for proactive workforce planning.  Kevyn is apart of many local non-profits that help support our community and is always looking for ways to help others whether it is networking or just listening.

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ADP is about people. They have a strong history of providing solutions for human resource challenges and strive to do more than that. They challenge themselves to anticipate, think forward, and take action in a way that empowers the company to shape the changing world of work.

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You have been injured in an accident or tragedy and are trying to get better. What's worse is you are in no condition to go back to work in the foreseeable future. You are battling insurance companies and are in the middle of a personal injury lawsuit in an attempt to get your life back. Meanwhile, the bills are piling up and you need assistance to hold you over while the civil justice system runs its course. Brooke Kibrick and the Bairs Foundation give many people the opportunity to meet those basic needs during this difficult time. Join host Nick Koziol and discover the terrific mission of the Bairs Foundation, a first-of-its-kind non-profit that helps injured people avoid high-interest loans that could cripple their future.

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The Bairs Foundation:

The Bairs Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that helps people suffering as a result of a catastrophic accident. They provide financial assistance to families that need help paying for basic living expenses during the course of litigation.

The for-profit, non-recourse industry is unregulated. Many players in the litigation finance space have business models that make the cost of capital exorbitant for plaintiffs. But access to capital for families enduring a personal injury lawsuit (even at very costly rates) is so often preferred over letting go of the quest for justice. Funding families in need during the course of litigation is critical to the civil justice system. The Bairs Foundation provides low-cost access to capital so families have the resources to go the distance with their lawsuit. They offer low, simple interest in the name of the Seventh Amendment.

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Brooke is the executive director of Bairs Foundation. She started with the foundation in August 2020 and oversees all operations, fundraising initiatives, partnerships, and finances for the organization.  Brooke has a diverse background with 15 years of experience in non-profit work and marketing and communications roles. She started her career working as a producer in television news before transitioning into marketing and events. Before coming to Bairs Foundation, she was the marketing & events director at Olmsted Center for Sight now VIA, helping raise awareness and funds for the blind and visually impaired community in WNY.  Brooke graduated from Oswego State University with a degree in broadcasting and communications. In her personal life, Brooke and her husband, Sean, have three kids Shea, Easton and Cyrus.

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Have you ever made a bet? Do you frequently visit casinos or go online to gamble? Are you a gamer that spends money on in-game features for a chance to win rare gear, consumables, or specialty items? Have you ever spent hours of time in Grand Theft Auto's in-game virtual casino? When you cut back time in these activities do you find yourself irritable or anxious? Are you going back in just one last time to win back what you lost? What you may be experiencing is the development of a gambling problem or addiction. Join Host Nick Koziol and his guests Jeffrey Wierzbicki and Angela DiRosa as they explore the services of the Western Problem Gambling Resource Center. Gambling is a slippery slope that can ruin someone financially and destroy families and relationships. Find out the common warning signs, and how they can support you and your loved ones in identifying an issue that often is overshadowed by other addictions or life-threatening issues. Learn the warning signs and understand the support that the Western Problem Gambling Resource Center can give to help you or a friend claim back life. 

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Angela DiRosa is the Program Manager with the Western Problem Gambling Resource Center. In addition to assisting with awareness and outreach efforts, Angela collaborates with mental health professionals to build a robust problem gambling service network and connects individuals being negatively impacted by problem gambling to the resources they need. Angela has worked in a similar field before joining the Western PGRC conducting training, advocacy and policy change with the NYS Bureau of Tobacco Control.

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Jeffrey has been working in non-profit world for about 15 years. The first 12 years spent working with runaway and homeless youth in Niagara County, NY. Currently, Jeffrey is the Western Team Leader with the Western Problem Gambling Resource Center serving all 8 counties of WNY. Jeffrey is a graduate of Buffalo State College with a B.A. in Sociology.

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Tracy Timm was on an amazing course for a dream career. She graduated with a degree from Yale and secured a great job on Wall Street. Many would see her success and think that her life was on an amazing path. There was a problem...she was miserable. Learn how Tracy set out on a new adventure paving a road to happiness where she helps others get their dream jobs.

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TRACY TIMM is the founder of The Nth Degree® Career Academy, the proven career clarity system that helps high-potential professionals discover, define, and drive careers they love. She has a degree in behavioral psychology from Yale University and studied design thinking with the founder of the d.school at Stanford University. Timm left a successful but unsatisfying career in finance, traveled once around the world on Semester at Sea, and discovered her ideal career. Timm, and her team lead clients through The Nth Degree® process: a proven, step-by-step strategy to achieve total career clarity.

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Have you ever wanted a job so much that you left messages on your potential supervisor's voicemail, every day, for 31 days? That is how Kevin Sylvester went from a student at SUNY Fredonia to calling the shots for the Buffalo Sabres and now for the PGA. Determination and calculated risk have been a compass that directed Kevin into a career of working with professional athletes and iconic broadcasters. In this episode of That Sounds Terrific, he shares his terrific story with Nick Koziol and we learn what not giving up or giving in can do for you.  

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Kevin is a veteran broadcaster and public speaker that has worked in the NFL, NBA, NHL, NCAA, and PGA Tour. Kevin has been a Television Host on WGRZ since 2007. He has hosted the startup show, "This Weekend", "Tee 2 Green" and "WNY Living". At the Buffalo Sabres, he succeeded Josh Mora as the Sabres' studio host during the 2005–06 Buffalo Sabres season and was the alternate play-by-play broadcaster during the 2011–12 season. His partner in the broadcast booth was veteran broadcaster Danny Gare, whose number has been retired by the Sabres. Sylvester in the 2008–09 season, started being the substitute announcer for longtime play-by-play man Rick Jeanneret. Sylvester also hosted the Sabres Hockey Hotline. Sylvester left the Sabres organization to join the PGA. At the PGA Kevin served as an on-course Rover Announcer for PGA Tour Radio and PGA Tour Entertainment.  He provides live play-by-play announcing and on-site interviews and analysis. Kevin is available for Emcee and speaking engagements find out more at www.kevinsylvester.com.

Daniel Schlein is a true networker and natural helper, this Niagara University graduate learned from a very young age the importance of giving back and paying it forward. Business as usual for him is what he can do for you first! Whether it is supporting Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, connecting you with a new potential job, or building your business, Dan is constantly building relationships and looking for ways to help you get your foot in the door. 

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Dan has a lifelong drive for helping others which has guided his everyday mentality and shaped his professional career. As a licensed financial advisor at Alliance Advisory Group, Dan embraces the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of clients. By illustrating the importance of prudent spending, proper saving, and rational investing, Dan works with clients to help them attain their financial goals and objectives.  His experience and enthusiasm for the finance industry has also helped him to serve the local Western New York community. Dan regularly conducts financial literacy seminars to inform the general public about effective strategies that can mitigate financial risk and maximize wealth accumulation. Through these educational courses, Dan strives to lead people down the path to a successful financial future by preaching the value of sound planning and judicious decision-making.

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John L. Chmarney is an entrepreneur, connecter, relationship builder, coach, and solution finder. In this episode, host Nick Koziol explores with John a career journey. Chmarney shares the importance of building a network of strong relationships, understanding business planning, developing strategies to meet goals, and how to make a deeper impact in the community. 

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John is a  business professional, offering extensive experience in a variety of business classifications. He was born in Northeastern Pennsylvania, and lived in eight different cities before settling in Williamsville, His business experience includes a variety of different leadership and development roles all centered around developing great relationships and building strong partnerships. Some of his experiences in NY are:

Solutions Network of WNY, (2008 - Present) President and Director of Community Impact
March of Dimes, Western NY, (2019 - 2020) Senior Development Manager
Lancaster Area Chamber of Commerce, Lancaster, New York (2013-2/2019) President & General Manager/Member Services
Evolution Club & Restaurant/Center City Café, Amherst, NY (2000-2008) Food/Beverage, Events and Operations Manager
The Procter & Gamble Company, Buffalo/Rochester, New York (1995 – 2000) Customer Business Development Manager

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Stash was an entrepreneur from birth. You will find her hard at work and always with a determination to find ways to solve problems.  One of her successes came from an accident. LaceLockers, began when she was running and tripped because of loose laces. When most people fall they get up to dust themselves off, take a quick look to ensure no one saw them go down, assess the damage, get fixed-up, move on along and try to forget it happened. Stash got up with an idea to make sure that laces would be "Never Loose Again". Stash is an entrepreneur, athlete, coach, and mentor. She continues to make a difference by creating scholarship opportunities for first-generation college students. 

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Runner, sports lover, and inventor. Sending first-generation female students to college. 

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Lackelocker Website - Proceeds from the sale of Lace Lockers are designated for the Lace Locker Scholarship Fund. 

The LaceLocker Scholarship Fund Our goal is to send first-generation female students to college who cannot afford to attend otherwise.  The LaceLocker® Scholarship Fund (LLSF) uses an ingenious funding model to enable 1st generation young women to attend college who could otherwise not afford to enroll. At the same time, athletes are kept safe from injuries through falling while exercising or competing.  Our dream is to fund as many scholarships as possible to have a ripple effect across the United States and eventually worldwide.

In this episode, you meet the man, the Bow, an amazing voice-over artist that knows so much more than VO! Chris Jones is the first and last voice you hear when you tune into our That Sounds Terrific podcast. Chris Jones a radio personality, author, networking professional, connector,  audio wizard, video producer/editor, and host of The Bow Knows VO podcast. When it comes to his craft he is more of a miracle worker than Scotty from Star Trek. Chris Jones is a natural in this Space, this seemingly infinite frontier, where he is on a voyage, a continuing mission to explore new ways to connect,  he seeks out new media life for his clients and shares his voice across all social channels in order to boldly go where no man has gone before. 

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More about Chris Jones, Chris Jones Media and The Bow Knows VO:

Chris Jones is a Social Media Ad Producer and Voice Talent with strong Video Production Skills. He has a background in professional radio broadcasting and excellent customer service skills. One Google Review says: ‘ He is Professional, funny, caring, fast, and his work is amazing. We highly recommend him. Thank you Chris Jones you are truly one in a million.’ Chris provides Voice and Personality to your Business by reviving dead Social Media accounts with Voice Over, Video, and Management. He can help Business Owners, Entrepreneurs, Ad Agencies, Video Editors, and You, achieve Happy Clients. 40 Years of Radio and Sales taught Chris Jones the value of effective communication he will give you the best voice over possible!

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The Rising Stars program provides young professionals with an opportunity to develop their leadership skills, expand their network, and raise awareness for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. What is CF? Cystic fibrosis is a progressive, genetic disease that causes persistent lung infections and limits the ability to breathe over time. Join host Nick Koziol, to better understand how young leaders from this program are positively impacting the lives of those living with CF in the WNY community. Avid volunteer and Rising Stars chair, Kelly Glosser and Lauren Orlowski, Senior Development Manager for the WNY chapter of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, will tell you first-hand how they are making a difference and empowering Rising Stars to be change agents in the CF community.

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Lauren Orlowski, Senior Development Manager at Cystic Fibrosis Foundation:

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Lauren Orlowski is a senior development manager for the Western New York Chapter of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. She leads the CFF’s young professional programs, Rising Stars and Tomorrow’s Leaders, and facilitates Great Strides, a national walk fundraising initiative. Interested in joining the program or want to learn more? Email Lauren at lorlowski@cff.org or call her at 716.204.2535.

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Getting paid to do what you love sounds amazing but can you really do it on your own? How do you get started? What is the balance of your own business and personal life? What are things to look out for? How can you be most effective? Everyone needs a coach! In this episode we hear from Marie Rachelle the Freelance Community Builder and Coach for Aspiring Freelancers. Learn what it takes to be an aspirational freelancer and what it takes to get started on a path to success. Start your freelance journey!

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More about Marie Rachelle and Biz Be Active:

Marie Rachelle is a freelance community builder. She is the coach for aspiring freelancers as well as the Founder of Convergence Coworking. Voted Most Aspirational Freelancer by her peers at the Freelance Conference in 2019, she lives up to her title by organizing Freelance Business Week Buffalo and is the President of the Western New York Coworking Alliance. Over the years, Marie has worked with and opened multiple businesses from Naples, Florida to Buffalo, New York. She has been featured on The Lunchbreak Podcast, WNY Entrepreneur Podcast, and Reach for the Stars Podcast, as well as in The Buffalo News, Buffalo Rising, WBEN, WKBW, and more. Marie is passionate about building community both online and in-person.

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Losing a job is a difficult experience. Losing one during a pandemic can make it incredibly harder. People find that it isn't just about being out of work there are steps to get back on your feet. In addition to the search, you have to focus on your physical and mental wellness. Riveter is a community that offers opportunities for people to network, build their skillset, and find services for free or discounted rates that will help them with their journey. Join host Nick Koziol and guest Adriel Lubarsky, CEO and founder of Riveter as we learn what Riveter is and how they are "Empowering the Unemployed". 

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Adriel Lubarsky is the CEO and Founder of Riveter. He's a serial entrepreneur who's started or been an early employee at 5 companies. He talks a whole lot, mostly about automation, the plus sides of life without work, and how stand-up comedy is the purest art form.

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Adriel Twitter:  https://twitter.com/Alubarsky2

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Over 200,000 Americans file for unemployment insurance every single week. That’s like the population of Boise, Idaho, losing their livelihood and throwing out their life plans, every 7 days.

Knowing that you’re not alone doesn’t make it any easier. Losing your job sucks. It’s disorienting. Demoralizing. Scary. And with no clear next steps, it leaves millions of Americans in the dark.

Riveter helps recently unemployed Americans get back on their feet, fast.

At Riveter, they support you through the changes and offer opportunities among the turmoil. They are building a bridge between people, companies, and communities to help Americans adapt to changing times.

Riveter LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/riveterworks

Riveter Twitter: https://twitter.com/riveterworks

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Special thanks to Chris Jones of Chris Jones Media for the Introduction and Outro recordings for That Sounds Terrific. If you need some great talent for your podcast, voice-over, and/or video contact Chris today. Be sure to check out his podcast "The Bow Knows VO" which is available on your favorite app, including Stitcher and Soundcloud.