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Hosted by CBM's own Vice President of Broadband, Tim Locker, Power the Network is bringing industry leaders to your feed every other week. One minute, you'll dive deep into products and innovative new processes. The next minute, you'll be learning timeless principles to equip you in your career. At CBM, we are powered by ownership, and we're bringing the same energy into podcasting with Power the Network. 

  1. 4D AGO

    Matt Webster | Smart Streetlights Are Revolutionizing Cities

    For more information, connect with us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠cbmrep.com/contact⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Ever wondered how your streetlights are secretly powering smart city technology? Join us as we dive into the evolution of intelligent lighting. In this episode of Power of the Network, host Tim Locker sits down with Matt Webster, Vice President of Utility Channel Sales for Acuity Brands, to explore the rapidly changing world of outdoor utility lighting. Beyond simple illumination, Acuity Brands is transforming streetlights into hubs for data collection, environmental monitoring, and asset management. We discuss the critical shift from traditional HID to high-efficiency LED technology, the integration of AI into utility operations, and how modern fixtures are evolving to host advanced sensing capabilities like pedestrian counting and emergency detection. This deep dive into the lighting industry also touches upon the vital role of manufacturer-rep partnerships, the importance of long-term customer relationships, and how Acuity navigated product challenges with integrity. Whether you are a utility professional, an engineer, or someone curious about the infrastructure of our smart cities, this conversation reveals the hidden complexity behind the lights that guide our streets. Learn how Acuity Brands is continuing to empower spaces through innovation and leadership in the utility sector. If you've enjoyed this conversation, leave a review and subscribe so you don't miss any future episodes. Hosted by CBM's own Vice President of Broadband, Tim Locker, Power the Network is bringing industry leaders to your feed every other week. One minute, you'll dive deep into products and innovative new processes. The next minute, you'll be learning timeless principles to equip you in your career. At CBM, we are powered by ownership, and we're bringing the same energy into podcasting with Power the Network.

    40 min

  2. MAR 19

    From Accounting to CEO: Mitch Bailey

    For more information, connect with us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠cbmrep.com/contact⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Discover how a 75-year-old rural broadband cooperative not only survives but thrives against modern competition. Learn the secrets to community-focused success that investor-owned companies miss. In this episode of Power of the Network, host Tim Locker sits down with Mitch Bailey, CEO of GRM Networks, to explore the incredible story of a 75-year-old rural telco. They dive deep into the cooperative business model, discussing how putting member-owners first creates a powerful competitive advantage. Viewers will learn how GRM Networks proactively built out a 100% fiber network, navigated broadband competition from satellite and wireless providers, and strategically expanded into urban markets. This interview is a must-watch for anyone in the telecommunications industry, community leaders interested in rural development, and business professionals looking for insights into sustainable, community-focused growth and leadership. Mitch also shares his personal journey from an accounting background to the CEO's chair, offering valuable lessons on leadership, empowerment, and strategic vision. If you've enjoyed this conversation, leave a review and subscribe so you don't miss any future episodes. Hosted by CBM's own Vice President of Broadband, Tim Locker, Power the Network is bringing industry leaders to your feed every other week. One minute, you'll dive deep into products and innovative new processes. The next minute, you'll be learning timeless principles to equip you in your career. At CBM, we are powered by ownership, and we're bringing the same energy into podcasting with Power the Network.

    50 min

  3. MAR 5

    The Power of Storytelling in Marketing | Tim Stone Ep 59

    For more information, connect with us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠cbmrep.com/contact⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ In this episode of Power the Network, host Tim Locker sits down with Tim Stone from Solar Flare Media to talk about the role digital media and marketing play in helping businesses grow. Solar Flare Media works behind the scenes helping companies develop clear messaging, create engaging content, and build stronger connections with their audiences. In fact, they also help produce the Power the Network podcast itself. The conversation dives into the importance of storytelling in business marketing and why successful brands focus less on themselves and more on how they help their customers. Tim Stone explains how companies can build awareness, generate leads, and create long-term brand recognition through consistent content and messaging. They also discuss how emerging technologies like AI are changing marketing, SEO, and content creation. While tools like AI can speed up workflows and automate repetitive tasks, Tim emphasizes that strategy, creativity, and authenticity still matter most. The episode offers practical advice for companies that want to start creating content, even if marketing isn’t their natural strength. If you've enjoyed this conversation, leave a review and subscribe so you don't miss any future episodes. Hosted by CBM's own Vice President of Broadband, Tim Locker, Power the Network is bringing industry leaders to your feed every other week. One minute, you'll dive deep into products and innovative new processes. The next minute, you'll be learning timeless principles to equip you in your career. At CBM, we are powered by ownership, and we're bringing the same energy into podcasting with Power the Network.

    46 min

  4. FEB 19

    Signing Million Dollar Deals at the Airport | Zach Molzer Pt 2

    For more information, connect with us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠cbmrep.com/contact⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ In part two of this conversation, Tim Locker sits down again with Zach Molzer of Molzer Development to dig deeper into leadership, risk, legacy, and what it truly takes to scale a company the right way. Zach shares candid insights about delegation, growth limits, and the tension founders face when their ambition outpaces their systems. From signing multimillion-dollar loan documents on the floor of an airport to shutting off the lights at the Aladdin for the last time before redevelopment, Zach opens up about the real pressure of leading with other people’s money—and why that responsibility fuels him rather than scares him. The conversation moves beyond business tactics into mindset. Zach discusses competition, confidence, and the personal strengths that drive him. He reflects on his upbringing, the entrepreneurial influence of his family, and his long-term vision: leaving a legacy in Kansas City that lasts generations. For Zach, success isn’t about private jets—it’s about impact, reputation, and building something that outlives him. This episode is a powerful look at what it means to lead with intensity, build with intention, and pursue greatness without apology. If you've enjoyed this conversation, leave a review and subscribe so you don't miss any future episodes. Hosted by CBM's own Vice President of Broadband, Tim Locker, Power the Network is bringing industry leaders to your feed every other week. One minute, you'll dive deep into products and innovative new processes. The next minute, you'll be learning timeless principles to equip you in your career. At CBM, we are powered by ownership, and we're bringing the same energy into podcasting with Power the Network.

    32 min

  5. FEB 5

    How Molzer Development Is Redefining Downtown Kansas City | Zach Molzer Pt 1

    For more information, connect with us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠cbmrep.com/contact⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ In this episode of Power the Network, host Tim Locker sits down with Zach Molzer, founder of Molzer Development. Zach details the story of Molzer development and the lessons he has learned along the way. Namely, the principles of real estate development. This interview provides an inside look at both the Aladdin Hotel and Holtman building redevelopment projects. Find out more about Molzer and his team in this week's episode. If you've enjoyed this conversation, leave a review and subscribe so you don't miss any future episodes. Hosted by CBM's own Vice President of Broadband, Tim Locker, Power the Network is bringing industry leaders to your feed every other week. One minute, you'll dive deep into products and innovative new processes. The next minute, you'll be learning timeless principles to equip you in your career. At CBM, we are powered by ownership, and we're bringing the same energy into podcasting with Power the Network.

    43 min

  6. JAN 22

    Jordan Katzfey | How Expertise Powers Strong Customer Networks

    For more information, connect with us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠cbmrep.com/contact⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ In this episode of Power the Network, host Tim Locker sits down with CBM team member Jordan Katzfey for an inside look at his role, background, and approach to serving customers. As a Hoffman specialist and account manager within CBM’s C&I group, Jordan brings a unique blend of technical knowledge, relationship-building, and problem-solving to his work. This conversation highlights what it looks like to grow within CBM while staying focused on long-term customer success. Jordan shares his professional journey, how he landed in his current role, and what drew him to the networking and broadband industry. The episode also explores how trust, responsiveness, and product knowledge play a critical role in supporting customers and partners. Listeners will gain insight into how CBM’s internal teams collaborate and how individual expertise strengthens the overall network. If you've enjoyed this conversation, leave a review and subscribe so you don't miss any future episodes. Hosted by CBM's own Vice President of Broadband, Tim Locker, Power the Network is bringing industry leaders to your feed every other week. One minute, you'll dive deep into products and innovative new processes. The next minute, you'll be learning timeless principles to equip you in your career. At CBM, we are powered by ownership, and we're bringing the same energy into podcasting with Power the Network.

    25 min

  7. JAN 8

    Leading in High-Stakes Environments with Tom Burke

    For more information, connect with us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠cbmrep.com/contact⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ In this episode of Power the Network, guest host Tim Drake sits down with CBM account manager Tom Burke to explore a career that spans decades in the utility industry and nearly four decades of military service. Tom shares how his early engineering work at Black & Veatch led to more than 20 years at Kansas City Power & Light (now Evergy), where he held leadership roles across engineering, distribution operations, underground systems, and storm response. The conversation goes well beyond a résumé. Tom reflects on leadership lessons learned from balancing two demanding careers at once, including deployments to Iraq and the Horn of Africa with the National Guard. He offers insight into how utilities plan for and respond to major storm events, how mutual aid across utilities actually works, and why people—not systems—remain the center of effective operations. The episode also covers Tom’s involvement with the Midwest Energy Association and his transition into a sales-focused account management role at CBM. This is a wide-ranging discussion about leadership, service, resilience, and the behind-the-scenes work that keeps critical infrastructure running—no matter the circumstances. If you've enjoyed this conversation, leave a review and subscribe so you don't miss any future episodes. Hosted by CBM's own Vice President of Broadband, Tim Locker, Power the Network is bringing industry leaders to your feed every other week. One minute, you'll dive deep into products and innovative new processes. The next minute, you'll be learning timeless principles to equip you in your career. At CBM, we are powered by ownership, and we're bringing the same energy into podcasting with Power the Network.

    1h 5m

  8. 12/18/2025

    Paul Mahlberg | How Small Cities Manage Big Energy Needs

    In this episode of Power of the Network, Tim Drake sits in for host Tim Locker and is joined by Paul Mahlberg, General Manager of the Kansas Municipal Energy Agency (KMEA). The conversation explores how municipal utilities operate in Kansas, how KMEA supports small, city-owned electric systems, and how the energy landscape is changing amid rapid load growth, data centers, and AI-driven demand. Paul shares an inside look at KMEA’s unique project-based model, its expanding services arm through Mid-States Energy Works, and the challenges facing rural utilities as energy prices, transmission planning, and infrastructure demands evolve. The discussion also dives deep into Southwest Power Pool (SPP), data center impacts, transmission expansion, and Paul’s long career in public power leadership.

    56 min
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Hosted by CBM's own Vice President of Broadband, Tim Locker, Power the Network is bringing industry leaders to your feed every other week. One minute, you'll dive deep into products and innovative new processes. The next minute, you'll be learning timeless principles to equip you in your career. At CBM, we are powered by ownership, and we're bringing the same energy into podcasting with Power the Network. 

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  • Creator
    CLEAVES-BESSMER-MARIETTI, INC.
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    65
  • Rating
    Clean
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