Always Lifting

Karen Norheim

Always Lifting is a new video podcast hosted by Karen Norheim, CEO of American Crane & Equipment Corporation. It’s part of a broader content platform exploring leadership, innovation, wellness, heritage, and grit – all through the lens of curiosity, resilience, and storytelling. 

Episodes

  1. Your Guide to AI: Chad Harvey | Always Lifting Ep. 3

    08/26/2025

    Your Guide to AI: Chad Harvey | Always Lifting Ep. 3

    Always Lifting dives deep into the intersection of technology, leadership, and humanity with strategist, coach, and “tech whisperer” Chad Harvey. Chad has a unique gift: he can walk into a room, talk about AI, and leave you feeling both smarter and more aware of just how much is changing around us. He recently led an AI training for our team at American Crane, sparking lightbulb moments that are still glowing. In this conversation, Chad and Karen explore: • How to separate shiny tech objects from real strategic value • Chad’s “AAA framework” for thinking about AI: Augment, Automate, Accelerate • Why mindset—and embracing discomfort—is critical for leaders and organizations • The future of work, jobs, and how AI is reshaping our skills and roles • What convergence of technologies could mean for our species and society • Why true leadership is about enabling others, not just leading them From Vikings to AI, from burnout to breakthroughs, Chad shares insights that will challenge you to rethink not just technology, but what it means to lift others in times of change. If you’ve ever wondered how to ride the AI wave instead of being crushed by it, this episode is for you. 👉 Don’t forget to subscribe to Always Lifting  👉 Learn more about Chad at https://chadharvey.com/ 👉Chad’s own show, AI for the C-Suite https://aiforthecsuite.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/chadcharvey https://www.youtube.com/@ChadCHarvey https://www.instagram.com/chadcharvey https://www.facebook.com/ChadHarveyCoach/

    49 min
  2. The Big Cheese Storyteller: Freddy Vasquez | Always Lifting Ep. 2

    08/26/2025

    The Big Cheese Storyteller: Freddy Vasquez | Always Lifting Ep. 2

    Host Karen Norheim sits down with entrepreneur, storyteller, and award-winning business owner Freddy Vasquez, founder and “Big Cheese” of FXV Digital Design. Fresh off his company’s recognition at the 2025 Greater Reading Chamber Business Excellence Awards—right alongside American Crane—Freddy shares his inspiring journey from designing MySpace pages to building a thriving digital design agency. Together, Karen and Freddy dive into themes of:  🌟 Grit & risk-taking: how Freddy faced challenges and took bold leaps to grow his business 🌟 The ups and downs of entrepreneurship: from losing jobs and maxing out credit cards to building      something lasting 🌟 Business culture: creating a workplace rooted in authenticity, teamwork, and creativity 🌟 Branding & storytelling: why personal and business branding matter for long-term success 🌟 Community impact: giving back through toy drives, school outreach, and local partnerships With honesty, humor, and heart, Freddy reveals what it means to “create something awesome today” and how resilience, people, and purpose have shaped his success. If you’re an entrepreneur, leader, or anyone chasing a vision, this conversation will leave you energized, inspired, and ready to take the leap. 📌 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share if this episode lifts you! 🔗 Learn more about FXV Digitial Design at https://fxvdigital.com/ Follow them on socials:  https://www.facebook.com/FXVDigitalDesign/ https://www.instagram.com/fxvdigital/ https://www.tiktok.com/@fxvdigital https://youtube.com/@fxvdigital https://www.linkedin.com/company/fxv-digital-design/

    42 min

Ratings & Reviews

5
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5 Ratings

About

Always Lifting is a new video podcast hosted by Karen Norheim, CEO of American Crane & Equipment Corporation. It’s part of a broader content platform exploring leadership, innovation, wellness, heritage, and grit – all through the lens of curiosity, resilience, and storytelling.