Connecting Awesome People

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Connecting Awesome People

Welcome to "Connecting Awesome People," a groundbreaking podcast brought to you by Cinder, a leader in diversifying workforces and fostering inclusive cultures. This podcast is our answer to the urgent need for positive narratives and actionable insights in a world often overshadowed by challenging global politics and a focus on societal failures. In each episode, we engage with a diverse array of guests - from organizers and activists to thought leaders and influencers - who are not just envisioning a better future but are actively laying the groundwork for it. Our conversations delve deep into successful strategies for community organizing, cultural change, and building resilient, welcoming communities. "Connecting Awesome People" is more than a podcast; it's a platform for learning, inspiration, and community building. We go beyond the surface, sharing stories of real impact and exploring how every one of us can contribute to creating a more equitable and inclusive society. Whether you're deeply involved in community work, seeking to make a difference in your own sphere, or simply curious about the positive changes happening around us, this podcast is for you. Join us as we journey through inspiring narratives, uncovering the power of collective action and the spirit of innovation. Together, we can learn, grow, and contribute to the societal transformation we all aspire to see. Tune in, be inspired, and become part of a movement towards a better tomorrow.

  1. 4 NGÀY TRƯỚC

    Episode 28 - Finding your gift and using it to make a difference for others (with Jenn Klotz)

    Jenn's LinkedIn profile (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennklotz/)Google Pixel advertising about "the most inclusive camera (https://cinderstaffing-my.sharepoint.com/:i:/g/personal/paul_teamcinder_com/EX1XN3BwQeVMsa6hpMC1UvEBJzOKKdS4Z32hR9uHGltG_A?e=ge2nDa)" (from Nov 2021)CASA program details (https://www.casahelpskids.org/our-program)Jenn Klotz is a dynamic accomplished leader focused on building relationships and forging connections to get work done together. She is the Senior Community Relations and External Communications Lead for Genentech in Oregon and has been at Genentech for over 15 years in various roles. During her time at Genentech Jenn has been a leader in creating and implementing strategies that impact the workforce, the community and Genentech’s patients through the lens of equity.Jenn is the Executive Sponsor for an employee led employee resource group focused on fostering belonging and transforming society. As a leader Jenn has specifically focused on mentoring women of color early in their career to provide representation that often was not available to her. She has extensive experience as a speaker, moderator and panelist on various topics. Jenn is a Portland native now residing in Hillsboro. She is a mom of two grown sons, a lover of all things wine country and a professional musician. Jenn has been a volunteer Court Appointed Special Advocate for foster youth through CASA for Children of Multnomah, Washington and Columbia counties since 2017 and a member of the CASA board since 2020. Jenn’s superpower is connecting ALL people to help improve their lives.

    41 phút

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    Episode 27 - Educating for Liberation (with Ulric Shannon)

    (the recording tool we used shifted the timing of our recording so that at times we talk over each other. There's still a lot of great content from Ulric so we're releasing the episode anyway, but we were not talking over each other while recording.)Ulric's LInkedIn profile (https://www.linkedin.com/in/ulricshannon/) (pronounced "YOUR-Rick")Henry Horner wikipedia page (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Henry_Horner)Rudy Lozano wikipedia page (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rudy_Lozano)Harold Washington wikipedia page (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Harold_Washington)Ulric Shannon currently serves as the Executive Director at Surge Chicago, drawing on more than 15 years of leadership in education management. His career in education began as a Chicago Public School teacher, and most recently, he held the position of Director of Purpose at LiberatED Way (AUSL). In this role, he led initiatives to dismantle systemic barriers, working towards providing equitable opportunities for K-12 students. Ulric's commitment to mission-driven leadership is evident in his efforts to develop and manage strategic partnerships on both local and national levels.As an alum of the Surge Institute (Class of 2020), Impact Fellow at the Chicago Urban League, Posse Scholar through the Posse Foundation, and Civic Leadership Fellow at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Ulric has consistently demonstrated a deep dedication to fostering positive collective impact. Chicago Scholars recognized his contributions, honoring him as one of the city's impactful professionals under 35. Academically, Ulric holds three Master’s Degrees in Political Science, Education, and Business Administration from the University of Illinois and National Louis University, showcasing his multidimensional expertise.Outside of his professional endeavors, Ulric embraces the spirit of Chicago, savoring the city's tavern-style pizza and upholding culinary traditions—no ketchup on hot dogs. He also immerses himself in the local dance scene, enjoying stepping and footworking. During moments of relaxation, Ulric's adventurous spirit comes to life through global travel and culinary explorations, complemented by the simple joys of Law and Order: SVU marathons. Ulric's impactful journey is defined by his dedication to education and a zest for life's diverse experiences.

    54 phút

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    Episode 26 - Leading culture change at a 100+ year old organization (with Shawna Rosenzweig)

    Shawna's LinkedIn profile (https://www.linkedin.com/in/shawna-rosenzweig-90708589/)CampFire.org websiteFor more than a decade, Shawna has worked in Positive Youth Development, bringing expertise in program innovation in out-of-school-time settings, organizational strategy, civic engagement, and scaling national partnerships. Shawna joined Camp Fire in June 2013; during her tenure, she has led culture change efforts and leadership transitions at the national office, as well as designed and launched diversity, equity, inclusion, and access (DEIA) efforts across the network, including creating an equity task force to address and end cultural appropriation in the organization.Previously, she worked at Thrive Foundation for Youth and Global Kids in New York City. Shawna also spent time in the Middle East, developing and facilitating educational material for various organizations promoting conflict resolution among teens in the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict, including Seeds of Peace, Just Vision, and Parents Circle-Families Forum. Shawna earned a master’s degree in Curriculum & Instruction at University of Wisconsin-Madison. She holds a B.A. in Sociology and a minor in Education and Applied Psychology from University of California Santa Barbara. She lives in Seattle with her wife, Stef, their two children, Raffi and Crosby, and their two dogs.

    45 phút

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    Episode 25 - Moving from Allyship to Accomplice-ship (with Blaire Hervey)

    Blaire's linkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/blairehervey/)Multipliers by Liz Wiseman (https://www.powells.com/book/multipliers-how-the-best-leaders-make-everyone-smarter-9780061964398)The Business of Belonging (https://a.co/d/5GASbUo) by David SpinksSee Blaire speak at the CMX Global event (https://events.cmxhub.com/events/details/cmx-cmx-hq-presents-cmx-global/) on Sept 25, 2024Organization Talk a Mile (https://www.talkamile.org/)Blaire G. Hervey epitomizes dynamism and impact. Hailing from Dallas, Texas, and shaped by Louisville, Kentucky, she forged her path in Atlanta, Georgia, before settling in Portland. With a robust background in sales, revenue enablement, and executive coaching, she honed her skills at tech giants like Salesforce, AWS, and ZoomInfo, where she earned a reputation as a revenue booster and culture shifter.Transitioning to entrepreneurship, Blaire founded The Corporate Strategist, a thriving agency specializing in DEIBA (diversity, equity, inclusion, belonging & allyship) strategies. Her adeptness in keynote speaking, training, and coaching has empowered countless clients to foster inclusive cultures and drive sustainable change.In her latest role as Vice President of Community Engagement for Girl Scouts of Oregon & Southwest Washington, Blaire harnesses her sales acumen, entrepreneurial spirit, and passion for female empowerment. Her mission is clear: to forge connections, amplify visibility, and advance the Girl Scout mission in underrepresented communities, developing character in confident and courageous girls & women. A committed advocate, Blaire dedicates her time to serving the community. For five years, she has served as a member of the Junior League of Portland and has led as Co-Chair of the DEI Committee, championing equity and inclusion initiatives and now serves on the Portland NAACP board as a member-at-large. Ever the learner, Blaire pursues continuous growth as an MBA candidate at Willamette University, embodying her commitment to lifelong education and growth.

    51 phút

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    Episode 24 - Building relationships with "others" (with Brett Jenkins)

    Brett's LinkedIn Profile (https://www.linkedin.com/in/brett-jenkins-psu/)Brett graduated in Industrial Engineering from Penn State University, and has worked in supply chain management for over 30 years in multiple industries. For a few years during that journey, he was the creator and President of Flashback Games, a patented, award-winning board game about sitcoms and movies from the 70's, 80's, and 90's.Brett is a native of Newport, RI and has lived in Portland, Oregon since 1995 with his wife and 2 daughters, ages 23 and 16. Brett enjoys working with and meeting new people, but there is nothing more important in his life than his family and friends. Tomorrow is never promised, so he looks to make the most of each day with them.Brett's Youtube channel (https://www.youtube.com/@letsbbettertomorrow)Brett's LLS Day of Action fundraiser (https://pages.lls.org/ltn/oswim/PortlndL24/whiteoutcancer)

    46 phút

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    Ep 23 - Preserving culture for future generations (with Frances Lu Pai Ippolito and Gigi Little)

    Children's book "A Tree of My Own" will be released on October 19th at Powell's. We're doing a 10:30am storytime event. https://www.powells.com/book/a-tree-of-my-own-9798990803404/1-1 (https://www.powells.com/book/a-tree-of-my-own-9798990803404/1-1)Frances Lu-Pai Ippolito (she/her) is a Chinese American judge, mom, writer, and publisher in Portland, Oregon. Prior to her appointment as a patent judge, her legal practice focused on helping clients secure and maintain intellectual property rights across a broad spectrum of technologies including medical devices, pharmaceuticals, and biotech. On the literary side, she is the founder of game and book publisher Demagogue Press and the nonprofit, Qilin Press (https://www.qilinpress.org/), which publishes community-based stories. Frances also co-chairs the Young Willamette Writers program that provides free writing classes for high school and middle school students. You can find her on IG @francespaippolito, FB Frances Pai, and at www.demagoguepress.com/about  (https://www.demagoguepress.com/about)Gigi Little is a freelance book designer and the staff designer for Portland’s Forest Avenue Press. Her cover for Forest Avenue’s novel Froelich’s Ladder won the gold medal in the jacket/cover design category of the PubWest Book Design Awards. She's also the editor and illustrator of their popular short story collection City of Weird: 30 Otherworldly Portland Tales. Her writing for adults can be found in journals and anthologies including Portland Noir, The Pacific Northwest Reader, and Dispatches from Anarres. She has a middle-grade short story forthcoming in the anthology The Magic We Miss, and she wrote and illustrated two published picture books, Wright Vs. Wrong and The Magical Trunk. More info can be found at gigilittle.com (https://gigilittle.com).

    48 phút

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    Episode 22 - Constructivist Listening (with Nanci Luna Jimenez)

    Nanci Luna Jiménez has committed to her own healing for more than 30 years to be a transformative guide, heart-centered listener, and authentic companion for leaders and change-makers committed to racial healing and social justice. Since founding th...

    47 phút

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    Episode 21 - Leadership Development for Culture Change (with Vashti Boyce)

    Vashti's Linked In profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vashtina/Vashti's Bio:Vashti holds a Masters in Humanistic Psychology from the University of West Georgia (UWG) as well as an MBA in Healthcare Administration. Vashti has been in the field of mental health for over 7 years across clinical, research, and administrative realms. Vashti has spent 20 years volunteering and leading in Delta Phi Epsilon (DPhiE), an international women’s organization, as an advisor to members and serving on multiple committees. Vashti was DPhiE's first Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee Chair and is a current member of the International Governing Board. Vashti also serves on the board of The Living Room for Youth, an agency in Oregon that serves the needs of LGBTQ+ youth.

    42 phút
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Welcome to "Connecting Awesome People," a groundbreaking podcast brought to you by Cinder, a leader in diversifying workforces and fostering inclusive cultures. This podcast is our answer to the urgent need for positive narratives and actionable insights in a world often overshadowed by challenging global politics and a focus on societal failures. In each episode, we engage with a diverse array of guests - from organizers and activists to thought leaders and influencers - who are not just envisioning a better future but are actively laying the groundwork for it. Our conversations delve deep into successful strategies for community organizing, cultural change, and building resilient, welcoming communities. "Connecting Awesome People" is more than a podcast; it's a platform for learning, inspiration, and community building. We go beyond the surface, sharing stories of real impact and exploring how every one of us can contribute to creating a more equitable and inclusive society. Whether you're deeply involved in community work, seeking to make a difference in your own sphere, or simply curious about the positive changes happening around us, this podcast is for you. Join us as we journey through inspiring narratives, uncovering the power of collective action and the spirit of innovation. Together, we can learn, grow, and contribute to the societal transformation we all aspire to see. Tune in, be inspired, and become part of a movement towards a better tomorrow.

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