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The Grill RoomComcast’s Peacock Problem & Elon’s GrokipediaJulia and Dylan reunite to chew over Comcast- NBCUniversal’s lukewarm earnings, Peacock’s perpetual stagnation, and what it all portends for the company’s broader media ambitions—especially with WBD sitting pretty waiting for a buyer. Plus, CNN’s way too little, too late launch of its direct-to-consumer subscription streaming service, Elon Musk’s Grokipedia sideshow, and much, much more. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2025-10-311h 22
The VentureFuel VisionariesUnlocking Strategic Impact from Startup Engagement: Building the Comcast NBCUniversal LIFT Labs’ Insights EngineIn this episode, we bring you an exclusive recording from the Innov8rs LearningLab featuring Tito Obaisi, Senior Manager of Pipeline and Insights at Comcast NBCUniversal LIFT Labs, in conversation with our Founder and CEO Fred Schonenberg. Tito shares how his team captures and socializes insights from startup collaborations across Comcast, NBCUniversal, and Sky to inspire colleagues, educate teams, and uncover opportunities for transformation. Tune in for a behind-the-scenes look at how strategic partnerships with startups fuel enterprise-wide innovation and shape the next generation of products, technologies, and services.
2025-09-1043 minThe VentureFuel VisionariesInsights at the Speed of AI – Comcast NBCUniversal. Sr. Manager of Pipeline and Insights Tito ObaisiOn today’s show, we have Tito Obaisi, the Senior Manager of Pipeline and Insights for Comcast NBCUniversal LIFT Labs. Tito leads efforts to identify strategically relevant, enterprise ready AI startups that are at the cutting edge of new technology that not only deliver new capabilities but also shape insights from working with the world’s largest media and technology companies. Tito brings a unique perspective on how large organizations can drive innovation through collaboration – the value of an always learning mindset, grounding insights in tangible business needs, delivering insights at the speed of AI. We talk about the disruption of Saa...
2025-07-3025 minThe VentureFuel VisionariesPilots to Portfolios: Comcast's Integrated Corporate Growth Startup StrategyJoin our Founder & CEO, Fred Schonenberg, alongside Laura Plunkett, Vice President, Startup Engagement, Head of Comcast NBCUniversal LIFT Labs, and Marc Silberman, Partner at Comcast Ventures, for a fireside chat entitled From Pilots to Portfolios: Comcast’s Integrated Corporate Growth Startup Strategy recorded earlier this year during the Global Corporate Venturing & Innovation Summit 2025. The discussion delves into how LIFT Labs' strategic pilots with business units seamlessly complement Comcast Ventures' investment strategy in adjacent and emerging markets, with a particular focus on AI technologies. VentureFuel is proud to serve as the operating partner for the new accelerator—focused on identifying and supp...
2025-07-0923 min
Ruling Sports77. Comcast's Jenna Kurath - How To Build An Investible And Lasting Sports BusinessJenna Kurath is the Head of Comcast NBCUniversal Sports Tech and the Vice President of Startup Partnerships at Comcast. Comcast NBCUniversal SportsTech finds, funds, and fast-tracks the most innovative startups from around the world to invest in and develop the next generation of technology to change the way we experience sports.
In this episode, Jenna discusses:
How her experience as a track and cross country athlete at Baylor University prepared her for leadership and business success;
How Comcast is building on its founder Ralph J. Roberts' legacy of innovation through SportsTech;
The uniqueness of Comcast NBCUniversal S...
2024-10-1042 min
Founding PhillyComcast NBCUniversal LIFT Labs, Head of LIFT Labs, Laura Plunkett | Founding Philly Ep. 44Presented by Comcast NBCUniversal LIFT Labs.--In this episode, I interview Laura Plunkett, Head of LIFT Labs and Executive Director of Startup Engagement at Comcast NBCUniversal. LIFT Labs strategically engages startups worldwide, collaborating with teams at Comcast, NBCUniversal, and Sky to refine strategies and transform products and experiences.During the episode, Laura emphasizes the importance of connecting startup founders with corporate leaders to forge long-term partnerships. She explains how these collaborations harness the agility and focus of startups alongside the robust resources of large enterprises, driving innovation and the development of next-generation...
2024-09-0436 min
The Profluence Pod 🌐#115: Jenna Kurath - Head of Comcast NBCU SportsTech | Accelerator Program, Selecting Startups, and Cohort #4Comcast NBCUniversal SportsTech finds, funds, and fast-tracks innovative startups from around the world to invest in and develop the next generation of technology to change the way we experience sports.
Jenna Kurath spent time in the PR and communications space before joining Comcast and helping to launch the sports accelerator.
Comcast SportsTech features partnerships with NBC Sports, Sky Sports, Comcast Spectacor, and Golf – alongside NASCAR and three US Olympic sports organizations.
Chapters:
(01:30) Comcast SportsTech overview
(05:00) Evolution of the accelerator
(08:25) Success stories
(10:35) Accelerator model
(13:00) Criter...
2024-02-2633 min
Closer Look with Rose ScottNew college program aims to end racial wealth gap; Comcast launches new initiative to advance digital equity in AtlantaA group of Spelman students are part of a new pilot program to learn about investing and building generational wealth. Dr. Venetta Coleman, the director of Institutional Effectiveness and director of the Quality Enhancement Plan at Spelman College, and Korene Smith, the director of Fintech in Action, discuss more details about the goals of the program, including how it aims to eliminate the racial wealth gap. Plus, Dalila Wilson-Scott, the executive vice president and chief diversity officer of Comcast Corporation and the president of the Comcast NBCUniversal Foundation, discusses how Comcast is working to advance d...
2023-10-3047 min
Philadelphia Community PodcastPA Conference for Women - Women Who Inspire: Keesha Boyd, VP, Entertainment Emerging Products Comcast NBC UniversalThe PA Conference for Women is coming up October 19th and, in its honor, we're talking to women who inspire.You'll be inspired by the journey of Keesha Boyd, VP, Entertainment Emerging Products Comcast NBCUniversal who pivoted from a career in psychology to among her many accomplishments leading the company’s first ad-supported video service (FAST channel) specifically centering & engaging Black viewers.Website: www.PAConferenceforWomen.org Facebook: Pennsylvania Conference for Women Instagram: @pennwomen X (formerlyTwitter): @PennWomen
2023-10-0713 minPhiladelphia Community PodcastInsight Pt. 2: Women Who Inspire: Keesha Boyd, Comcast NBCUniversal, Voter Info, Bebashi, k-12 School FairIf you can believe it - election day is just around the corning. November 7th. I speak to Philadelphia Commissioner Omar Sabir who gives us all the deadlines we need to know about the last day to register to vote, and info on mail in ballots.https://vote.phila.gov/ Philadelphia school students are often faced with some important choices when it comes to selecting a school. that's where Great Philly Schools comes in. they're sponsoring the first ever k-12 school fair to help families learn more about how to apply to schools. I speak to Malarie...
2023-10-0629 min
AI Business PodcastComcast NBCUniversal LIFT Labs Co-Leaders on Accelerating AI StartupsLaura Plunkett and Luke Butler, executive directors of Startup Engagement at Comcast NBCUniversal LIFT Labs, joins Deborah Yao to talk about the AI startup landscape and what makes their accelerator unique in the enterprise space.
2023-08-1524 min
Women Veterans ROCK On The Hill - The Podcast!Veterans Upward Bound! | Guest: Maria MorreroWomen Veterans ROCK On The Hill - The Podcast! is the Award-Winning Podcast for Today's Women Veterans and Military Families.
Its New People, New Policies & New Prose for Today's Women On The Move! We are the Premier Civic, Business, and Nonprofit Leadership Community for Today's Women Veterans, Military Women, Military Families and Generation Z.
Today's special guest is Ms. Maria Morrero. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and an Enrollment Specialist at The Veterans Upward Bound Program hosted at The University of Pennsylvania.
Veterans Upward Bound provides a unique pre-collegiate experience that pr...
2023-08-0133 min
SiS Masters#33. Jenna Kurath - Comcast NBCU Sportstech Accelerator - DRIVING SPORTS INNOVATIONJenna Kurath holds the position of Vice President of Startup Development and serves as the Head of Comcast NBCU SportsTech. She has successfully established a thriving ecosystem accelerator that involves prominent sports organizations, including the SportsTech Partner Consortium. This consortium consists of Comcast NBCUniversal's renowned sports brands such as NBC Sports, SkySports, Comcast Spectacor, Golf, alongside NASCAR, PGA TOUR, WWE, three US Olympic sports organizations, and the recent addition of the English Premier League.
Comcast NBCUniversal SportsTech finds, funds, and fast-tracks the most innovative startups from around the world that match the needs of the partners, investing in and developing...
2023-07-131h 04
Women to Watch Media® with Sue RoccoJenna Kurath, Comcast NBCU SportsTechJenna Kurath, Vice President of Startup Development & Head of Comcast NBCU SportsTech, shared the story behind her title with us on April 12, 2023.Jenna is the Vice President of Startup Development and Head of Comcast NBCU SportsTech which finds, funds, and fast-tracks startups working at the intersection of sports and technology. In that role she is responsible for leading strategy for the accelerator fund; defining the investment thesis, and managing key industry partnerships. Jenna is also responsible for managing key industry partnerships, including the SportsTech Partner Consortium, comprised of Comcast NBCUniversal’s sports brands - NBC Sports, SkySports, Com...
2023-04-1258 minThe VentureFuel VisionariesThe New Lift Labs Accelerator Program – Comcast NBC Universal Executive Directors Laura Plunkett and Luke ButlerThe evolution the premier global corporate startup partnership program, the Comcast NBCUniversal’s LIFT Labs Accelerator. Laura Plunkett and Luke Butler, executive directors of Startup Engagement for Comcast NBCUniversal share why they now offer multiple programs throughout the year, open to various stages of startups and all aligned to strategic areas of interest for the core business. We go deep on the value to startup founders, the value to Comcast and what other corporates can learn from the opportunity.
2023-03-3024 min
IMDaily - Innovate Marketing DailyComcast Awards Heights Philadelphia 1M to Develop High School Students for Careers in TechnologyHeights Philadelphia and Comcast celebrated Comcast's $1 million commitment as Heights' Founding Inveniam Equity Technology Partner. Comcast's generous commitment will help Heights create a pipeline of diverse talent for technology-related workforce opportunities for Black, Brown, and first-generation-to-college students in Philadelphia."We know that the talent to make our city thrive exists right here within our young people. And this gift from Comcast shows that the tech industry believes our students are the future of this city," said Sara Woods, Esq., co-president, Heights. "The City of Philadelphia has been long challenged by the issue of generational poverty, which cannot be...
2023-03-0304 minThe VentureFuel VisionariesVisionary & Venture of the Year – Antonia Dean of Comcast NBCUniversal LIFT Labs & Curio Digital Therapeutics’ Shaila DixitOn Wednesday, February 1st, we honored the 2022 Visionary and Venture of the Year: Antonia Dean of Comcast NBCUniversal LIFT Labs & Curio Digital Therapeutics’ Shaila Dixit. Join us for a conversation with them about the state of innovation today, the opportunity for entrepreneurs to reshape the industry, and the power to drive positive societal change through collaboration. Learn more about Comcast NBCUniversal LIFT Labs' work with startups and entrepreneurs and Curio’s efforts to transform women’s mental healthcare.
2023-03-0156 min
Women Veterans ROCK On The Hill - The Podcast!Productivity Is The Goal! | Guest: Dr. Mary KellyWomen Veterans ROCK On The Hill - The Podcast! is the Award-Winning Podcast for Today's Women Veterans, Military Millennials, Gen Z and Military Families Too!
We Welcome New People, New Policies & Prose for Today's Women On The Move.
Today's special guest is Dr. Mary Kelly. She is a Retired United States Navy Commander and CEO of Productive Leaders. Dr. Kelly is an Author who has successfully written 13 acclaimed books on Leadership. We are excited to have her join us as a Co-Facilitator of the Fall 2022 Women Veterans Leadership Podcast Series. Join Us & Build The Career & Bus...
2022-10-2643 min
Women Veterans ROCK On The Hill - The Podcast!Generation Z Is Engineering Change | Guest: Dallianny Perez' LantiguaWomen Veterans ROCK On The Hill - The Podcast! is the Award-Winning Podcast for Today's Women Veterans, Military Millennials, JROTC Cadets and Military Families Too!
Its Host New People, New Policies & Prose for Today's Women On The Move - And We Have Something To Say!
Today's special guest is Dallianny Perez' Lantigua. She is a Civic Engineer Major at the prestigious Villanova University and the proud Chair of Women Veterans ROCK! "Generation Z Delegation." She is also a Former JROTC Cadet Commander at the Swenson Arts & Technology School of Pennsylvania.
Dallianny Perez' Lantigua is...
2022-10-1132 min
Women Veterans ROCK On The Hill - The Podcast!Don't Be Busy, Be Productive | Guest: Dr. Mary KellyWomen Veterans ROCK On The Hill - The Podcast! is the Award-Winning Podcast for Today's Women Veterans and Military Families.
Its New People, New Policies & New Prose for Today's Women On The Move! We are the Premier Civic, Business, and Nonprofit Leadership Community for Today's Women Veterans, Military Women, Military Families and Generation Z.
Today's special guest is Dr. Mary Kelly. She is a Retired United States Navy Commander and CEO of Productive Leaders. Dr. Kelly is an Author who has successfully written 13 acclaimed books on Leadership! We are excited to have her join us as...
2022-09-2741 min
Women Veterans ROCK On The Hill - The Podcast!"A Rising Tide Lifts All Boats!" | Guest: Melissa MargainWomen Veterans ROCK On The Hill - The Podcast! is the Award-Winning Podcast for Today's Women Veterans and Military Families.
Its New People, New Policies & New Prose for Today's Women On The Move! We are the Premier Civic, Business, and Nonprofit Leadership Community for Today's Women Veterans, Military Women, Military Families and Generation Z.
Today's special guest is Ms. Melissa Margain. She is a Resilient Communities Program/Project Manager IV for King County, Washington State.
Ms. Melissa Margain is a proud United States Army Veteran who served courageously in "Operation Iraqi Freedom and Op...
2022-09-1328 min
Women Veterans ROCK On The Hill - The Podcast!"Standing Ovation" | Guest: Dr. Gybrilla Ballard-BlakesWomen Veterans ROCK On The Hill - The Podcast! is the Award-Winning Podcast for Today's Women Veterans and Military Families.
Its New People, New Policies & New Prose for Today's Women On The Move! We are the Premier Civic, Business, and Nonprofit Leadership Community for Today's Women Veterans, Military Women, Military Families and Generation Z.
Today's special guest is Dr. Gybrilla Ballard-Blakes. She is the Author of the book "Give Your Parents A Standing Ovation - For Caregiver of Elderly Parents" - and - she is the Writer and Producer of the Stage Production of the s...
2022-08-1735 min
Rising - Conversations with Leaders On Their Way UpDon Mathis of Comcast NBCUniversal - Finding the BalanceToday on Rising, we are joined by Don Mathis, the Senior Vice President of Strategic Development & Growth at Comcast NBCUniversal, among many other things. In this role, Don focuses on establishing, acquiring, and/or investing in new ventures that broaden Comcast NBCUniversal’s offerings, accessing new & emerging markets, capitalizing on disruptive technologies, and facilitating enterprise transformation. Don currently serves as Board Director at BluVector, A Comcast Company that works with state-of-the-art AI to revolutionize network security, as well as at Quil, a digital health platform that provides personalized and interactive health journies to consumers and their caregivers. Welcome, Don!
2022-07-2149 min
Women Veterans ROCK On The Hill - The Podcast!Zest of Zeta! - Military Leaders In Command | Guest: LTC Natasha S. Clarke, Battalion CommanderWomen Veterans ROCK On The Hill - The Podcast! is the Award-Winning Podcast for Today's Women Veterans and Military Families.
Its New People, New Policies & Prose for Today's Women On The Move! We are the Premier Civic, Business, and Nonprofit Leadership Community for Today's Women Veterans, Military Women, and Military Families.
Today's special guest is Lieutenant Colonel Natasha Sunday Clarke, Commander of the U.S Army New England Recruiting Battalion. She is both the First Woman and the First African American to command this military unit.
In this episode of Women Veterans ROCK! O...
2022-07-1342 min
Women Veterans ROCK On The Hill - The Podcast!Creating The Life You Love | Guest: Dr. Jo Anne WhiteWomen Veterans ROCK On The Hill - The Podcast! is the Award-Winning Podcast for Today's Women Veterans and Military Families.
Its New People, New Policies & Prose with Dynamic Women Leaders for Women On The Move! We are the Premier Civic, Business, and Nonprofit Leadership Community for Today's Women Veterans, Military Millennials and Generation Z Emerging Leaders.
In today's episode of "Creating The Life You Love" - You will meet - Dr. Jo Anne White, International #1 Best-Selling Author, Speaker Corporate Coach and Corporate Consultant. Dr. White is the CEO of Dr. Jo Anne White Consulting Services, LL...
2022-06-2937 min
Women Veterans ROCK On The Hill - The Podcast!Are You Okay? Our Summer Wellness Check-Up! | Guest: Stephanie Baker-JonesWomen Veterans ROCK On The Hill - The Podcast! is the Award-Winning Podcast for Today's Women Veterans and Military Families.
Its New People, New Policies & Prose with Dynamic Women Leaders for Women On The Move! We are the Premier Podcast Community for Today's Women Veterans, Military Millennials and Generation Z Emerging Leaders.
This week's special guest is: Major Stephanie Baker Jones (R), Author of "Journey to Self: How to Get Back to You"
This week's conversation is asking "Are You Okay?" and "Are We Okay?" in a Mental Health Check-In with Health & Wellness e...
2022-06-1436 min
Women Veterans ROCK On The Hill - The Podcast!Memorial Day: REMEMBER AND HONOR | Guest: Janice GavernWomen Veterans ROCK On The Hill - The Podcast! is the Award-Winning Podcast for Today's Women Veterans and Military Families.
Its New People, New Policies & Prose with Dynamic Women Leaders for Women On The Move! We are the Premier Civic, Business, and Nonprofit Leadership Community for Today's Women Veterans, Military Millennials and Generation Z Emerging Leaders.
In today's episode of "Memorial Day: REMEMBER AND HONOR" - you will meet - Retired U.S. Air Force Captain, Janice M. Gavern who now serves as the Vice Chair of the Women's Veterans Committee of the American Legion o...
2022-05-2440 min
Xpansion Pack PodcastEA Almost Merged with Comcast!!?? - Xpansion Pack Podcast Ep. 73A big news report dropped on Friday that EA was in talks to merge with Comcast-NBCUniversal and even though that fell threw they also spoke to Apple and other companies. We react to the news and discuss what companies might make the most sense for EA.
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2022-05-2341 min
Women Veterans ROCK On The Hill - The Podcast!Women Veterans Glamping | Guest: Nichole JordanWomen Veterans ROCK On The Hill - The Podcast! is the Award-Winning Podcast for Today's Women Veterans and Military Families.
Its New People, New Policies & Prose with Dynamic Women Leaders for Women On The Move! We are the Premier Civic, Business, and Nonprofit Leadership Community for Today's Women Veterans, Military Millennials and Generation Z Emerging Leaders.
In today's episode of "Women Veterans Glamping" - You will meet - Ms. Nichole Jordan, Founder & President of "Women Veterans Glamping" - located in Augusta, Maine.
Learn how you can enjoy upcoming Summer Glamping Events that are un...
2022-04-2736 min
Women Veterans ROCK On The Hill - The Podcast!She Should Run! | Guest: Mishon MontgomeryWomen Veterans ROCK On The Hill - The Podcast! is the Award-Winning Podcast for Today's Women Veterans and Military Families.
Its New People, New Policies & Prose with Dynamic Women Leaders for Women On The Move! We are the Premier Civic, Business, and Nonprofit Leadership Community for Today's Women Veterans, Military Millennials and Generation Z Emerging Leaders.
In today's episode of "She Should Run!" - You will meet - Ms. Mishon Montgomery, Program Director at She Should Run - in the great State of Nevada. This is a nonpartisan and nonprofit 501c3 organization that is dedicated t...
2022-04-1345 minThe VentureFuel VisionariesFuture of Work – Conair, Comcast, Diageo, Vitalize Venture Capital and FullscriptRecorded live at Rogue Women 5 this conversation on the future of work is led by Laura Plunkett, Executive Director of Startup Engagement at Comcast NBCUniversal LIFT Labs and features Christina Choi, SVP of Gin, Rum & Tequila for Diageo NA; Gale Wilkinson, Founder & Managing Partner at Vitalize Venture Capital; Dara Meath, Divisional CIO, Conair LLC; and Shea Cole, VP Marketing Fullscript. A great discussion on the role and impact of innovation on creating a more inclusive Future of Work.
2022-04-0427 min
Women Veterans ROCK On The Hill - The Podcast!The Power of Posterity | Guest: Dallianny Peréz LantiguaWomen Veterans ROCK On The Hill - The Podcast! is the Award-Winning Podcast for Today's Women Veterans and Military Families.
Its New People, New Policies & Prose with Dynamic Women Leaders for Women On The Move! We are the Premier Civic, Business, and Nonprofit Leadership Community for Today's Women Veterans, Military Millennials and Generation Z Emerging Leaders.
In today's episode of "The Power of Posterity." Today you'll meet Cadet Navil Perez, Lt. Colonel and Cadet Dally Perez, Chief Master Sgt. - two young and amazing JROTC Cadet Delegates who describe the life changing experiences in The W...
2022-03-2225 min
Women Veterans ROCK On The Hill - The Podcast!"I Am A 9-11 Survivor" | Guest: Mary Lowe MayhughWomen Veterans ROCK On The Hill - The Podcast! is the Award-Winning Podcast for Today's Women Veterans and Military Families.
Its New People, New Policies & Prose with Dynamic Women Leaders for Women On The Move! We are the Premier Civic, Business, and Nonprofit Leadership Community for Today's Women Veterans, Military Millennials and Generation Z Emerging Leaders.
Colonel Mary Lowe Mayhugh, Retired U.S. Army is today's special guest for our "I Am A 9-11 Survivor" Podcast Show. - Learn how Colonel Mary Lowe Mayhugh continues her honorable service in her post-military / civilian life as the Fou...
2022-02-2349 minThe VentureFuel VisionariesFinancial Impact Challenge – Comcast, SoloFunds and HoneyComb CreditDuring COVID small businesses were hit hard and those owned by women, Black, Hispanic and Indigenous people even more so. In 2020 41% of Black businesses, 32% of Latino businesses, and 30% of women-owned businesses closed and of those that survived, 80% are now experiencing financial challenges. Amid financial instability and lack of cash flow, operating expenses have become the top financial challenge for small business and also for the people within underserved communities. Comcast NBCUniversal sought to find new solutions to this systemic challenge with their Financial Impact Challenge that identified and invested in HoneyComb Credit and SoLo Funds to provide lending alternatives that...
2022-02-2319 min
Women Veterans ROCK On The Hill - The Podcast!Transforming Lives! @ The Theatre Lab | Guest Actor: April HarrisWomen Veterans ROCK On The Hill - The Podcast! is the Award-Winning Podcast for Today's Women Veterans and Military Families.
Its New People, New Policies & Prose with Dynamic Women Leaders for Women On The Move! We are the Premier Civic, Business, and Nonprofit Leadership Community for Today's Women Veterans, Military Millennials and Emerging Leaders of Generation Z.
Retired U.S. Army Major April Harris is "Transforming Lives Through Theater Education at "The Theatre Lab of Washington, DC. - April Harris teaches a unique version of The Theatre Lab's "Life Stories Program" specially designed for today's Mi...
2022-02-0947 min
Women Veterans ROCK On The Hill - The Podcast!Vision Boarding In Year 2022 - What Is Your Vision? | Guest: Nakia HendersonWomen Veterans ROCK On The Hill - The Podcast! is the Award-Winning Podcast for Today's Women Veterans and Military Families.
Its New People, New Policies & Prose with Dynamic Women Leaders for Women On The Move! We are the Premier Civic, Business, and Nonprofit Leadership Community for Today's Women Veterans, Military Women, and Military Families.
"Vision Boarding In Year 2022" - She's Back! The Guru of Professional Vision Boarding - Ms. Nakia Henderson, Owner & Executive Life Coach at Henderson Career & Life Management Solutions joins today's conversation to guide us in becoming the very best versions of ourselves th...
2022-01-2548 min
Women Veterans ROCK On The Hill - The Podcast!A Journal For Jordan | A Story of Love & HonorWomen Veterans ROCK On The Hill - The Podcast! is the Award-Winning Podcast for Today's Women Veterans and Military Families.
Its New People, New Policies & Prose with Dynamic Women Leaders for Women On The Move! We are the Premier Civic, Business, and Nonprofit Leadership Community for Today's Women Veterans, Military Women, and Military Families.
"A Journal For Jordan" - We say BRAVO to Denzel Washington, Director - and - Screenplay Writer Dana Canedy, who is a Military Spouse and Pulitzer Prize Winner, for sharing this true and heartwarming story about Love, Loss and Honor in Am...
2022-01-1222 min
Women Veterans ROCK On The Hill - The Podcast!It's 2022! | Deborah Harmon-PughWomen Veterans ROCK On The Hill - The Podcast! is the Award-Winning Podcast for Today's Women Veterans and Military Families.
Its New People, New Policies & Prose with dynamic Women Leaders for today's dynamic Women On The Move! We are the Premier Civic, Business, and Nonprofit Leadership Community for Today's Women Veterans, Military Women, and Military Families.
Subscribe today and join The Women Veterans ROCK Podcast Posse.
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Deborah Harmon-Pugh is a recognized authority on Women's Leadership in America. She has dedicated the past two decades to assisting women advance i...
2021-12-3006 min
Ideas ElevatedBree Kellum Ballogun: Cultivating Client RelationshipsBree Kellum Balogun is the Senior Director of Account Management at Revolt Media and TV. Throughout her career, she's worked with major brands such as Walmart, Fiat, Coca-Cola, and more. In this episode, Bree chats with Aize Asowata, the Marketing Manager at Comcast NBCUniversal. You'll walk away with tips on how to build trust, set boundaries, and develop new strategies to gain and maintain client relationships.
2021-12-1528 min
Women Veterans ROCK On The Hill - The Podcast!F.I.T. For Success - ENCORE BY REQUEST! | W/Fabulous Guest: Coach Adrean TurnerWomen Veterans ROCK On The Hill - The Podcast! is the Award-Winning Podcast for Today's Women Veterans and Military Families.
Its New People, New Policies & Prose with dynamic Women Leaders - for other - dynamic Women On The Move! We are the Premier Civic, Business, and Nonprofit Leadership Community for Today's Women Veterans, Military Women, and Military Families.
In this episode of "F.I.T. For Success" we meet the dynamic "Coach Adrean Turner - The Career Fulfillment Expert" for an insightful session of Personal and Business Development beginning with a focus on "START ME U...
2021-11-3047 min
Women Veterans ROCK On The Hill - The Podcast!Millennials In Command | Guest: LTC Natasha S. ClarkeWomen Veterans ROCK On The Hill - The Podcast! is the Award-Winning Podcast for Today's Women Veterans and Military Families.
Its New People, New Policies & Prose for Today's Women On The Move! We are the Premier Civic, Business, and Nonprofit Leadership Community for Today's Women Veterans, Military Women, and Military Families.
Today's special guest is Lieutenant Colonel Natasha Sunday Clarke, Commander of The New England Recruiting Battalion. She is both the First Woman and the First African American to command this military unit.
In this episode of Women Veterans ROCK! On The Hill...
2021-11-1042 min
Women Veterans ROCK On The Hill - The Podcast!Small Feet Saves Lives | Guest: Zanetta Adams, Esq.Women Veterans ROCK On The Hill - The Podcast! is the Award-Winning Podcast for Today's Women Veterans and Military Families.
Its New People, New Policies & Prose for Today's Women On The Move! We are the Premier Civic, Business, and Nonprofit Leadership Community for Today's Women Veterans, Military Women, and Military Families.
In this episode of Women Veterans ROCK! On The Hill - you will enjoy an amazing conversation with Ms. Zanetta Adams, Esquire. She is a U.S. Army Veteran; Military Spouse; Military Mom; and a Passionate Advocate Supporting Women Veterans & Military Families.
Ms...
2021-10-2633 min
Women Veterans ROCK On The Hill - The Podcast!Women In Space! | Guest: Sharon McDougle, U.S. Air Force VeteranWomen Veterans ROCK On The Hill - The Podcast! is the Award-Winning Podcast for Today's Women Veterans and Military Families.
Its New People, New Policies & Prose for Today's Women On The Move! We are the Premier Civic, Business, and Nonprofit Leadership Community for Today's Women Veterans, Military Women, and Military Families.
In this episode of Women Veterans ROCK! On The Hill - we are celebrating "Women In Space" during the 2021 World Space Week Celebration. Join us for this timely conversation with Ms. Sharon McDougle, U.S. Air Force Veteran and Former NASA - CEE Manager. Hea...
2021-10-1238 min
Women Veterans ROCK On The Hill - The Podcast!STEM Is Smart & Beautiful! | Guest: Alyssa Space, CEOWomen Veterans ROCK On The Hill - The Podcast! is the Award-Winning Podcast for Today's Women Veterans and Military Families.
Its New People, New Policies & Prose for Today's Women On The Move! We are the Premier Civic, Business, and Nonprofit Leadership Community for Today's Women Veterans, Military Women, and Military Families.
In this episode of "STEM Is Smart & Beautiful" we are having a delightful conversation with the creative and imaginative Alyssa Space. She is the Founder of "My Space Laboratories" and the CEO of "4 Her Cosmetics." It's our Fall STEM Civic Leadership Institute Series and we...
2021-09-2835 min
Women Veterans ROCK On The Hill - The Podcast!F.I.T. For Success | Guest: Coach Adrean TurnerWomen Veterans ROCK On The Hill - The Podcast! is the Award-Winning Podcast for Today's Women Veterans and Military Families.
Its New People, New Policies & Prose with dynamic Women Leaders - for other - dynamic Women On The Move! We are the Premier Civic, Business, and Nonprofit Leadership Community for Today's Women Veterans, Military Women, and Military Families.
In this episode of "F.I.T. For Success" we meet the dynamic "Coach Adrean Turner - The Career Fulfillment Expert" for an insightful session of Personal and Business Development beginning with a focus on "START ME UP...
2021-09-1447 min
Impact EmpoweredLiving Their Values: Comcast NBCUniversalComcast launched its Values Report that upholds its longstanding commitment to diversity, inclusion, and keeping people connected to what matters most. Join CyberGrants Lisa Watkinson and Alexandra Dailerian of Comcast NBCUniversal as they discuss their efforts to mobilize as a company to help create a more equitable and inclusive society. They will also discuss how Comcast has developed its giving strategy through data, trends, and a strong commitment to employee feedback and interests. In this episode, we'll be discussing how Comcast NBCUniversal pivoted their employee engagement programs to offer a one-stop-shop experience across all brands, their quick...
2021-07-2837 min
R.O.G. Return on Generosity42. Susan Jin Davis - People First42. Susan Jin Davis - People First
“If people aren't first, I don't think you can have a good team. And I don't think you remember that there's people on that team and that those people are individuals that you have responsibility for as a leader.”
Guest Info:
Susan Jin Davis has 30 years of experience in the telecommunications, media, entertainment, and technology industries. She currently serves as Social Impact Officer for Al Roker Entertainment, a leading producer of TV, digital, branded programming and entertainment. She is also an advisor for A...
2021-07-2729 min
Women Veterans ROCK On The Hill - The Podcast!Women Veterans Appreciation DayWomen Veterans ROCK On The Hill - The Podcast! is the award-winning podcast for Today's Women Veterans and Military Families.
Its New People, New Policies & Prose with dynamic Women Leaders On The Hill - AND - for dynamic Women On The Move!
We are the Premier Business Leadership Community for Today's Women Veterans, Military Women, and Military Families. In this episode of "Woman Veterans Appreciation Day" we honor the June 12th with a second installment of our Public Policy Panel - The Women Veterans ROCK Podcast Posse is excited to welcome back Major Camella Andrews...
2021-06-0841 min
Women Veterans ROCK On The Hill - The Podcast!Memorial Day 2021: Honoring Our Heroes | Guest: Captain Janice Gavern (R)Women Veterans ROCK On The Hill - The Podcast! is the award-winning podcast for Today's Military Women On The Move.
Its New People, New Policies & Prose with dynamic Women Leaders On The Hill - AND - for dynamic Women On The Move! We are the Premier Business Leadership Community for Today's Women Veterans, Military Women, and Military Families. Women Veterans ROCK! is honoring Memorial Day and celebrating Military Appreciation Month. This week's special guest is: Captain Janice Gavern (R)
ABOUT THE HOST
Deborah Harmon-Pugh is a recognized authority on Women's Leadership in America. She has dedicated the past two decades t...
2021-05-2639 min
Women Veterans ROCK On The Hill - The Podcast!En Garde! - Going For Olympic Gold | Guest: DC Pixie RoaneWomen Veterans ROCK On The Hill - The Podcast! is the award-winning podcast for Today's Military Women On The Move.
Its New People, New Policies & Prose with dynamic Women Leaders On The Hill - AND - for dynamic Women On The Move! We are the Premier Business Leadership Community for Today's Women Veterans, Military Women, and Military Families.
In this episode of "En Garde - Going For Olympic Gold" - The Women Veterans ROCK Podcast Posse is excited to welcome, Ms. DC Pixie Roane, Founder & Head Coach of Wallingsford-Swartmore Panthers Fencing Club and U.S...
2021-05-0440 minR.O.G. Return on Generosity29. AAPI Voices - Susan Jin Davis - Global Impact Leader29. AAPI Voices - Susan Jin Davis - Global Impact Leader
"The answer was like, shut up and be like these model minorities who are not asking for such outrageous things as equality and justice. They're not complaining!"
Guest Info:
Susan Jin Davis, former Chief Sustainability Officer (CSO) of Comcast NBCUniversal, is an industry expert and senior CSR executive with over 25 years of experience in communications, media, entertainment and technology. As Comcast NBCUniversal’s first Chief Sustainability Officer, Ms. Jin Davis was responsible for identifying sustainable strategies and priorities and for im...
2021-04-2729 min
Global Venturing Review26 April 2021 – UK National Grid Commits Further $150m to its Silicon Valley-based Corporate Venture and Innovation GroupThe Big Ones
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In November, this column said, if demotivated, “talented people will quickly cut the cord”.
This was in response to US-listed cable group Comcast’s decision to limit its successful corporate venturing unit, as GCV reported at the time.
Almost six months on and the team has broken up as feared. And the unit, which was founded in 1999 and which has more than 120 portfolio companies, has announced investments in just two companies since November when it co-led a $38m round for Zapata Computing.
Amy Banse, managing director and head o...
2021-04-2614 min
The TrustCast: An Edelman PodcastStakeholder Capitalism with Dalila Wilson-Scott, EVP and CDO at Comcast Corporation & President of Comcast NBCUniversal FoundationStakeholder capitalism is a framework that has been long followed by various companies, but the adoption of putting stakeholders first – instead of shareholders – has been accelerated due to the combination of COVID-19 and the social unrest across the country, and even around the globe. More and more companies are following this framework and there are many ways in which they are doing it. This week, Lisa Osborne Ross, our newly appointed U.S. CEO, talks with Dalila Wilson-Scott, EVP and CDO at Comcast Corporation and President of Comcast NBCUniversal Foundation about the evolution of stakeholder capitalism and how to make...
2021-04-2330 minIdeas ElevatedCreating an Equitable WorkplaceRashaad Lambert is an award-winning marketing architect, philanthropist, and community builder. In his role as director of culture and community for Forbes, he's establishing the media brand as a preeminent community for black and brown entrepreneurs.Chris Anderson is the director of community learning and love, and Alicia Agnew is the people operations manager at Guru, one of the fastest-growing startups in Philadelphia. Chris leads community programs, customer education, and marketing. Alicia is a DEI-driven people operations pro.In this episode, Rashaad, Alicia, and Chris chat with Kendra Lee, Senior Director, Leadership Development and DE...
2021-03-3131 min
Women Veterans ROCK On The Hill - The Podcast!Enterprising Women Veterans | Guest: VR SmallWomen Veterans ROCK On The Hill - The Podcast! is the award-winning podcast for Today's Women Veterans and Military Families.
Its New People, New Policies & Prose with dynamic Women Leaders On The Hill - AND - for dynamic Women On The Move! We are the Premier Business Leadership Community for Today's Women Veterans, Military Women, and Military Families.
In this episode of "Enterprising Women Veterans" honoring Women’s History Month - The Women Veterans ROCK Podcast Posse is excited to welcome, Ms. VR Small, Founder & CEO of The Veteran Women’s Enterprise Center and United States...
2021-03-3038 min
Ash Said It® ShowComcast’s Black Experience on Xfinity Premiere - Twenty Pearls: The Story of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®What better way to celebrate National Women’s History Month than with an eye opening thought provoking documentary. Twenty Pearls: The Story of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® closely examines the founding and legacy of the first Black sorority, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®, which is now regarded as one of the most significant and influential Black organizations in history. Award winning filmmaker Deb Riley Draper gave Ash Brown exclusive insight on how this project started, who was involved and what she wants viewers to get from this project.Through narration, interviews and rarely seen archival mate...
2021-03-2515 min
Sports Tech FeedThe inaugural Comcast Sports Tech Accelerator cohort with Jenna Kurath, VP, Startup Partner Development & Head of SportsTechJenna Kurath serves as Vice President of Startup Partner Development overseeing partner relations and resource management of Comcast SportsTech – a multi-stage accelerator focused on developing and investing in the world’s next great sports technologies and The FARM – an innovation hub supporting early-stage startup founders.
In this role, Jenna is responsible for leading strategy for both accelerator funds; defining the investment thesis and managing key industry partnerships to build and curate a team of advisors and mentors, along with custom-designed curriculum and capital investment, to attract the best startups from around the world to innovate in Atlanta. Both p...
2021-03-1542 min
Women Veterans ROCK On The Hill - The Podcast!It Takes A Village | Guest: Dr. Vanessa WoodWomen Veterans ROCK On The Hill - The Podcast! is the award-winning podcast for Today's Women Veterans and Military Families. Its New People, New Policies & Prose with dynamic Women Leaders On The Hill - AND - for dynamic Women On The Move!
We are the premier community for Today's Women Veterans, Military Women, and Military Families. In this episode of "It Takes A Village" - the Women Veterans Community is excited to welcome back. Dr. Vanessa Wood; Journalist, Educator, Military Mom & Advocate for Military Families.
ABOUT THE HOST
Deborah Harmon-Pugh is a recognized...
2021-03-0934 min
Women Veterans ROCK On The Hill - The Podcast!Building Your Business | Guest: Tarri LongWomen Veterans ROCK On The Hill - The Podcast! is the award-winning podcast for Today's Women Veterans and Military Families. Its New People, New Policies & Prose with dynamic Women Leaders On The Hill - AND - for dynamic Women On The Move!
We are the premier community for Today's Women Veterans, Military Women, and Military Families. In this episode of "Building Your Business" - the Women Veterans Community is excited to welcome President Tarri Long, Woman Veteran Business Consultant & President of The Starting Solutions Company.
ABOUT THE HOST
Deborah Harmon-Pugh is...
2021-02-0927 min
WICT WisdomAn Interview with Carmen Palmer, Senior Director, Digital Products at Comcast NBCUniversalWICT Wisdom's Stephanie Cobian interviews Carmen Palmer, Senior Director, Digital Products at Comcast NBCUniversal. Stephanie is joined by Carmen Palmer, who bridges her technology background from Yahoo and her degree in psychology into her work at NBC. Carmen discusses how female leaders and mentors can pave the way for future women in technology and media. Reviewing the past few years, Carmen's shares how she hit the ground running by building a foundation and team at Comcast NBCUniversal for better product development and what that means for the future of the company. Additionally, take a sneak peek behind t...
2021-02-0525 min
Women Veterans ROCK On The Hill - The Podcast!United We Stand! | With The 46th Commander-In-ChiefUNITED WE STAND! | Women Veterans Welcome The 46th Commander-In-Chief
Women Veterans ROCK On The Hill - The Podcast! is the award-winning podcast for Today's Women Veterans and Military Families.
Its New People, New Policies & Prose with dynamic Women Leaders On The Hill - AND - for dynamic Women On The Move! We are the premier community for Today's Women Veterans, Military Women, and Military Families.
In this episode of "UNITED WE STAND!" - America's Women Veterans Community is excited to welcome President Joseph R. Biden - our 46th Commander-In-Chief. Meet the members of W...
2021-01-2735 min
Women Veterans ROCK On The Hill - The Podcast!The Women Veterans Civic Leadership Institute | Part 4: Fall 2020 Masters Class Podcast Series | Series FinaleWomen Veterans ROCK On The Hill - The Podcast! is the acclaimed new and award-winning voice in today's public square.
We're celebrating Podcast Season 3 - AND - Part 4 of The Women Veterans Civic Leadership Institute | Fall 2020 Masters Class Podcast Series.
Women Veterans ROCK remains dedicated to "Keeping Your Head In The Game" The show host is Professor Deborah Harmon-Pugh, Women Veterans ROCK National Campaign Chair & National Chair of The Women Veterans 2020 Delegation To Capitol Hill.
We are excited to welcome back JAG Officer Jennifer A. Garrett as Co-Facilitator and Guest Lecturer at The Wom...
2021-01-0140 min
Women Veterans ROCK On The Hill - The Podcast!The Women Veterans Civic Leadership Institute | Part 3: Fall 2020 Masters Class Podcast Series | Part 3 of 4 In SeriesWomen Veterans ROCK On The Hill - The Podcast! is the acclaimed new and award-winning voice in today's public square. We're celebrating Podcast Season 3 - AND - Part 3 of The Women Veterans Civic Leadership Institute | Fall 2020 Masters Class Podcast Series. Women Veterans ROCK remains dedicated to "Keeping Your Head In The Game" The show host is Professor Deborah Harmon-Pugh, Women Veterans ROCK National Campaign Chair & National Chair of The Women Veterans 2020 Delegation To Capitol Hill.
We are excited to welcome back JAG Officer Jennifer A. Garrett as Co-Facilitator and Guest Lecturer at The Women...
2020-12-0843 min
The Internship ShowComcast NBCUniversalOn this episode of The Internship Show, we speak with PaShon Mann from Comcast NBCUniversal. She has over 25 years of leadership experience as a Talent executive across multiple industries. She currently leads enterprise sourcing, university, diversity and military hiring for Comcast nbc universal. Her career consists of leadership roles in Global Talent Acquisition and Diversity and Inclusion at many large organizations.
She shares general interview tips, how to stand our when interning at their company and more.
This episode was brought to you by Scholars. Scholars amplifies top employer brands to an audience of diverse s...
2020-12-0123 min
Women Veterans ROCK On The Hill - The Podcast!Generation Z Joins The Military | Sadia RahmanWomen Veterans ROCK On The Hill - The Podcast! is the acclaimed new and award-winning voice in today's public square.
This week's special guest - Private First Class Sadia Rahman - joins today's conversation to give us a personal portrait of military service as a New Military Recruit - AND - shares an inside view of the changing demographics of military service as - "Generation Z Joins The Military."
The show host is Professor Deborah Harmon-Pugh, Women Veterans ROCK National Campaign Chair & National Chair of The Women Veterans 2020 Delegation To...
2020-11-1130 min
Women Veterans ROCK On The Hill - The Podcast!The Women Veterans Civic Leadership Institute | Part 2: Fall 2020 Masters Class Podcast Series | Part 2 of 4 In SeriesWomen Veterans ROCK On The Hill - The Podcast! is the acclaimed new and award-winning voice in today's public square. We're celebrating Podcast Season 3 - AND - Part 2 of The Women Veterans Civic Leadership Institute | Fall 2020 Masters Class Podcast Series. Women Veterans ROCK remains dedicated to "Keeping Your Head In The Game" The show host is Professor Deborah Harmon-Pugh, Women Veterans ROCK National Campaign Chair & National Chair of The Women Veterans 2020 Delegation To Capitol Hill.
We are excited to welcome back JAG Officer Jennifer A. Garrett as Co-Facilitator and Guest Lecturer at The Women Veterans Civic Leadership I...
2020-10-3049 min
Women Veterans ROCK On The Hill - The Podcast!Women Veterans Are Teaching | Guest: Dr. Vanessa WoodWomen Veterans ROCK! is an Award-Winning Podcast celebrating today's amazing Military Women & active Military Families. -
This week's special guest is: U.S. Navy Veteran, Dr. Vanessa K. Wood. Dr. Wood balances her life as a fierce advocate for comprehensive education reform while juggling her life as a Military Mom; K-12 Teacher; a College Professor; a Journalist & Editor; and, an Advocate for Military Families. Today's conversation honors all of America's Military Veterans who choose Teaching in Classrooms Across America in their Post-Military Civic Service to our country.
The host is Professor Deborah Harmon-Pugh, the National Campaig...
2020-10-2030 minIdeas ElevatedYancey Strickler: Better Decisions that will Kickstart Your CompanyYancey Strickler cofounded Kickstarter, the global crowdfunding platform for founders. Kickstarter went on to become the number one network in the world for supporting and growing new creative ideas.More recently, he has written a book called This Could Be Our Future: A Manifesto for a More Generous World.In this episode, Yancey chats with Comcast's SVP of Community Impact, Dalila Wilson-Scott.They’ll relive moments that challenged Yancey and his co-founders as they built Kickstarter, and eventually how he knew it was time to move on.Yancey will also share hi...
2020-09-3047 min
Women Veterans ROCK On The Hill - The Podcast!The Women Veterans Civic Leadership Institute | Part 1: Fall 2020 Masters Class Podcast Series | Part 1 of 4 In SeriesWomen Veterans ROCK On The Hill - The Podcast! is the acclaimed new and award-winning voice in today's public square.
We're celebrating Podcast Season 3 - AND - the year's launch of The Women Veterans Civic Leadership Institute | Fall 2020 Masters Class Podcast Series. Women Veterans ROCK remains dedicated to "Preparing Today's Military Women For Post-Military Public Leadership."
The show host is Professor Deborah Harmon-Pugh, Women Veterans ROCK National Campaign Chair & National Chair of The Women Veterans 2020 Delegation To Capitol Hill.
We are excited to welcome JAG Officer Jennifer A. Garrett as Co-Facilitator and Guest...
2020-09-3040 min
Women Veterans ROCK On The Hill - The Podcast!The Women Veterans Civic Leadership Institute | Fall 2020 Masters Class Podcast Series | Register Today!Women Veterans ROCK! On The Hill - The Podcast is the acclaimed new and award-winning voice in today's public square.
We're celebrating Podcast Season 3 - AND - the Launch of The Women Veterans Civic Leadership Institute | Fall 2020 Masters Class Podcast Series. The show host is Professor Deborah Harmon-Pugh, the National Campaign Chair & Chair of The Women Veterans 2020 Delegation To Capitol Hill.
It's Podcast Season 3 - And, we are welcoming JAG Officer Jennifer Garrett as Co-Facilitator and Guest Lecturer at The Women Veterans Civic Leadership Institute. Jennifer Garrett is the Author of the book "Move The Ball...
2020-09-2405 min
Women Veterans ROCK On The Hill - The Podcast!Are You Okay? | Guest: Major Stephanie Baker Jones (R)Women Veterans ROCK! is celebrating its "2020 Season of Civic Engagement." This week's special guest is: Major Stephanie Baker Jones (R), Author of "Journey to Self: How to Get Back to You"
This week's conversation is asking "Are you okay?" and "Are we okay?" in a Mental Health Check-In with Health & Wellness expert Major Stephanie Baker Jones. The host is Professor Deborah Harmon-Pugh, the National Campaign Chair of Women Veterans ROCK! and Chair of The Women Veterans 2020 Delegation.
Don't miss the very popular closing segment titled "One Last Thing..." - It's Professor Deborah Harmon-Pugh's closing commentary...
2020-09-0835 min
Women Veterans ROCK On The Hill - The Podcast!The Military & The Media | Guest: Sara SamoraWomen Veterans ROCK! is celebrating its "2020 Season of Civic Engagement." This week's special guest is: Sara Samora, Marine Corp Veteran and Advisory Board Member for Military Veterans in Journalism.
This week's conversation is will introduce you to an organization of veterans continuing to service their country, outside of the military, from the newsroom. The host is Professor Deborah Harmon-Pugh, the National Campaign Chair of Women Veterans ROCK! and Chair of The Women Veterans 2020 Delegation.
Don't miss the very popular closing segment titled "One Last Thing..." - It's Professor Deborah Harmon-Pugh's closing commentary message to our P...
2020-08-2524 min
The VentureFuel PodcastLifting a Fortune 50 Company – Comcast NBCUniversal VP of Startup Engagement Danielle CohnGenerating wins for your core business through multi-touchpoint startup engagement with 2020 VentureFuel Visionary Danielle Cohn, VP of Startup Engagement and Head of LIFT Labs for Comcast NBCUniversal. Uncover challenges worth solving and enable your business to adapt to an uncertain future.
2020-06-2322 min
The VentureFuel VisionariesLifting a Fortune 50 Company – Comcast NBCUniversal VP of Startup Engagement Danielle CohnGenerating wins for your core business through multi-touchpoint startup engagement with 2020 VentureFuel Visionary Danielle Cohn, VP of Startup Engagement and Head of LIFT Labs for Comcast NBCUniversal. Uncover challenges worth solving and enable your business to adapt to an uncertain future.
2020-06-2322 minIdeas ElevatedSteven Levy: The Inside Story of FacebookSteven Levy is the editor-at-large at WIRED Magazine and has written multiple books about technology, cryptography, the internet, cybersecurity, and privacy. He was named as America’s Premier Technology Journalist by The Washington Post.His Latest book, Facebook: The Inside Story digs deep into the story of the once-in-a-generation unicorn company that has changed the way we communicate. Steven had years of unprecedented access to Facebook’s executives, employees, and operations in order to tell his unbiased opinion about the rocky rise of Facebook.In this episode, Steven chats with our producer Kevin Chemidlin about what...
2020-04-2920 minIdeas ElevatedBob Moore: Building and Growing a Company During a CrisisBob Moore is Co-Founder and CEO of Crossbeam, a data platform that helps companies discover which customers and leads they have in common.Before Crossbeam, Bob cofounded and sold two other successful companies, and his writing about technology, startups, and data has appeared in The New York Times, Forbes, TechCrunch, VentureBeat, and numerous other publications.In today’s episode, Bob and Danielle chat about how his first company, RJMetrics, was founded just as the economy collapsed in 2008. He’ll share the lessons he learned from building a company during a crisis, and how those...
2020-04-2225 minIdeas ElevatedZaza: Why You Should Consider Applying for a Startup AcceleratorSumorwuo Zaza is the CEO and Co-Founder of NICKL, a software company focused on making it easy to access quality news and information. Prior to this he was Director of the International division at HuffPost. In that role he defined product strategy across content creation, distribution, and monetization for 17 international properties, and oversaw site launches in new markets.In this episode, Zaza will share tips for any entrepreneur who’s considering applying for an accelerator program - especially those who are applying for the next class of the Comcast NBCUniversal LIFT Labs Accelerator, powered by Techs...
2020-04-1526 minIdeas ElevatedHoward Gray: Watching Out for Blind Spots in Your ThinkingHoward Gray is a startup advisor, leadership coach, and podcast host. He has founded and exited two companies, managed the tours of performing artists, and even has been a DJ himself. And while he was finding success across his many different skill sets, he started to recognize another skill he had: executive coaching. He’s crafted programs for execs at IBM, Mastercard, and General Electric. In this episode, Howard dives into one of the most common issues entrepreneurs grapple with: blind spots in their thinking and their storytelling.Follow Comcast NBCUniversal Lift Labs online:Join th...
2020-04-0121 minIdeas ElevatedRandi Zuckerberg: From Facebook to BroadwayRandi Zuckerberg is an entrepreneur, author, Tony-award winning producer. She spent years in Silicon Valley as the director of market development for Facebook. Later, she founded the production company Zuckerberg Media. Randi has authored several books, performed in a Broadway production of Rock of Ages, and created Dot., a children’s television show exploring the power of technology. In this episode, you’ll hear about the early days of Facebook, Randi’s decision to start her own company, and how she has managed to fuse entrepreneurship with her lifelong passion for theater.Follow Comcast NBCUniversal Lift Labs online...
2020-03-0452 minIdeas ElevatedJohn Maeda: How Computational Thinking Can Transform Your BusinessJohn Maeda is one of the world's preeminent interdisciplinary thinkers on technology and design. In How to Speak Machine, he offers a set of simple laws that govern not only the computers of today, but the unimaginable machines of the future.In this episode, John chats with our producer Kevin Chemidlin about the incredible benefits of growing computation. You’ll hear his advice on how to grasp concepts like AI and exponential growth, even if you’re a technological novice. And if you’re a tech startup, how long should you take before pitching an idea or...
2020-02-1915 minIdeas ElevatedBen Nemtin: From Crippling Depression to Playing Hoops With ObamaBen Nemtin is a TV producer, motivational speaker, and New York Times bestselling author.He co-founded and produced The Buried Life, an MTV documentary series that explores the art of fulfilling your wildest dreams in unconventional ways. Ben is a motivational speaker and an advocate for mental health awareness. In this episode, Ben discusses his own struggles with mental health, and how he learned to adopt a lifestyle devoid of fear. You’ll hear his advice on how entrepreneurs can change their mindset to accomplish feats they may have never imagined possible.Follow Comcast NBCUniversal Li...
2020-02-0524 minIdeas ElevatedJosh Kopelman: Early Investor of Uber, Blue Apron, and Rover on What Makes a Great FounderJosh Kopelman co-founded First Round Capital in 2004 to reinvent seed-stage investing. Since that time, the firm has invested in over 300 emerging technology startups – becoming one of the most active venture capital firms in the country. Josh has consistently made the Forbes “Midas List” which ranks the top 100 tech investors, earning the number four spot in 2014.Early in his career, in 1992, Josh co-founded Infonautics Corporation – and took it public on the NASDAQ stock exchange in 1996. Josh founded Half.com in July of 1999, and led it to become one of the largest sellers of used books, movies and music in the wo...
2019-12-0627 minIdeas ElevatedTobias Peggs: Feeding the World Through the Power of ScaleTobias Peggs is CEO of Square Roots Urban Growers, hyper-local indoor farms spread across the boroughs of New York City and Grand Rapids. Tobias has been involved in the creation and growth of early-stage internet companies since the mid-90s.Before Square Roots, Tobias was CEO of Boulder-based OneRiot. Tobias led OneRiot through its transition from consumer-facing search engine to socially-targeted mobile advertising platform – ultimately leading to acquisition by Walmart.In this episode, Tobias chats with Luke Butler about how he plans to change the urban farming game across North America. You’ll hear...
2019-12-0617 minIdeas ElevatedMarc Randolph: The Founding CEO of NetflixMarc Randolph is a veteran Silicon Valley entrepreneur, advisor, and investor. As co-founder and founding CEO of Netflix, he laid much of the groundwork for a service that’s grown to 150 million subscribers, and fundamentally altered how the world experiences media. He also served on the Netflix board of directors until retiring from the company in 2003.In this episode, Marc chats with Danielle and Luke about the story behind Netflix. You’ll hear about “That Will Never Work,” Marc’s appropriately titled story about how he made Netflix happen, grow, and eventually thrive. And, you’ll hear Marc’s though...
2019-11-0427 minIdeas ElevatedCarolyn Horner, Due Quach, Ellen Weber: A Discussion with Female Founders & FundersEarlier this year, we were inspired by our community to launch a female founder and funder meetup group for women to ask each other off-the-record questions.It’s become a popular place for insights on everything from founding to fundraising. Today, we’re giving you a seat at that table, in a roundtable discussion moderated by Danielle Cohn.We’ll talk about the access and funding gap, what’s being done to overcome it, and lessons for all women in starting and growing a business.You’ll hear from University Professor who runs an angel i...
2019-10-161h 10Ideas ElevatedDanish Dhamani: How the Founder of Orai Overcame His Fear of Public Speaking to Give a TEDx TalkDanish’s Dhamani's vision is to empower people around the world to overcome their fear of public speaking and to become a better communicator.As a first-generation immigrant, for whom English is a second language, the fear of public speaking haunted Danish throughout his early life. By constant practicing and coaching, he soon realized that people are not born public speakers; instead, public speaking is a learnable skill.This is what inspired Danish to create Orai, a mobile app that uses artificial intelligence to improve your speaking ability.In this episode, you'll hear hi...
2019-10-1616 minIdeas ElevatedErica Williams Simon: Founder of the Creator's Lab at Snapchat on the Power of StorytellingErica Williams Simon is an award-winning host, social critic, entrepreneur and author focused on exploring the truth of who we are and how we want to live. The self-described “professional question asker” and former Head of The Creator’s Lab at Snapchat is the founder and CEO of Sage House, a company that creates spaces, both in-person and online, for a new generation to ask critical questions, share stories and develop wisdom. She is also host of the popular podcast “The Call with Erica” and author of You Deserve the Truth: Change the Stories that Shaped Your World & Live a World-Cha...
2019-10-1623 minIdeas ElevatedAndreessen Horowitz Managing Partner Scott Kupor: The Secrets of Sand Hill RoadScott Kupor is the Managing Partner at Andreessen Horowitz. There, he is responsible for all operational aspects of running the firm. He has been with the firm since its inception in 2009, and has overseen its rapid growth, from three employees to 150+, and from $300 million in assets under management to more than $10 billion.In this episode, you’ll hear Scott’s best advice on how to obtain venture capital for your startup. He'll also delve a bit into the question of whether you should seek out Venture Capital. Danielle and Scott will also chat about unconscious bias, and how...
2019-08-0627 minIdeas ElevatedKiera Smalls and Jennifer Maher: How to Build a Tech Ecosystem For EveryoneEven though it’s 2019, the gender gap in the tech industry is still huge. So at Philly Startup Leaders Entrepreneur Expo, a flagship event of Philly Tech Week, we sat down with two women who are beating the odds in the tech world.Jennifer Maher is the CEO over at 1776, a business incubator that has roots in Pennsylvania, DC, and Virginia. Kiera Smalls founded City Fit Girls: a citywide fitness club for women in Philadelphia. Both Jennifer and Kiera have their hands in Philly Startup Leaders: the largest network of tech start...
2019-08-0615 minIdeas ElevatedChristopher Wink: Lessons of a 10-year Journey from Journalist to CEOPhilly Tech Week brings together hundreds of innovators and entrepreneurs from the Philly startup community. It’s one big adrenaline rush for Philadelphia’s tech scene. And it’s impossible to imagine a Philly Tech Week without Christopher Wink, CEO and co-founder of Technically Media.Chris has been heading Technically Philly for the past decade. He actually co-founded it during the recession ten years ago, and ever since, it has served as a trailblazer for Philly’s tech and journalism communities. Live from Philly Startup Leaders Entrepreneur Expo, we’re going to be hearing about Chris’s own...
2019-08-0627 minIdeas ElevatedTodd Bonin: CNBC Executive Producer on How to Pitch to Wall Street TVTodd Bonin is a Senior Executive Producer over CNBC. He produces two live shows—Squawk on the Street and Squawk Alley—right on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange. For years, he’s been covering up-and-coming companies and technology in the midst of all the action on Wall Street. Today, Todd’s going to give us some of the do’s and don'ts of pitching YOUR product to national media. He'll also share a little bit about what his team looks for when selecting which startups and entrepreneurs to feature on their program.Follow Comc...
2019-08-0614 min
Women to Watch Media® with Sue RoccoCarol Eggert, Comcast NBCUniversalCarol Eggert, a retired U.S. Army Brigadier General and Senior Vice President (SVP) of Military and Veteran Affairs at Comcast NBCUniversal, shared the story behind her title with us on Sunday, June 9 2019.As SVP, Carol leads a team that works collaboratively across Comcast NBCUniversal to provide strategic leadership to all aspects of programs and outreach engaging the military and veteran community, including recruiting, hiring and building talent at all levels of the organization.Carol brings more than 30 years of military and civilian experience to Comcast. In her civilian role, she assisted various organizations in...
2019-06-0945 min
Ideas ElevatedKevin O'Leary: How to Pitch to a SharkKevin O'Leary is an investor, businessman, and author best known as one of the Sharks on Shark Tank.In this episode, you’ll hear what Shark Tank investors are looking for when they’re pitched.He'll share lessons in success that he’s learned from his portfolio companies.And, you’ll even hear how, in its early seasons, he used data to improve and elevate Shark Tank itself.This discussion was recorded live at Lift Labs in Philadelphia, PA. It is lead by Sam Schwartz, the Chief Business Development Officer at Comcast...
2019-04-0226 min
Ideas ElevatedMichelle Caffrey: How to Have Your Story Told by the MediaMichelle Caffrey is a reporter who covers technology and education for the Philadelphia Business Journal.In this conversation, she’ll share tips and advice for entrepreneurs who are looking to have their company or product featured in the press.She'll suggest specific ways to really make your product’s story worth telling, she’ll talk about some common mistakes that first time founders make when working with the media.Follow Comcast NBCUniversal Lift Labs online:Join the Newsletter!comcastnbculift.com@LIFT_Labs on Twitter, Instag...
2019-04-0114 min
Ideas ElevatedNolan Bushnell and the Power of Iteration: How a Training Exercise Became "Pong"Nolan Bushnell is best known as the creator of Atari and Chuck E. Cheese, though he has founded over 20 companies.In this episode, you’ll hear the story of how Nolan launched the consumer video game industry with his invention of Pong.He’ll also provide actionable insight on product iteration and early customer feedback.This discussion was recorded live at LIFT Labs in Philadelphia, PA. It's lead by Sam Schwartz, the Chief Business Development Officer at Comcast.Follow Comcast NBCUniversal LIFT Labs online:Join the Newsletter!comc...
2019-04-0119 min
Ideas ElevatedAlex Banayan: Lessons from Bill Gates, Lady Gaga, and Larry King & How Every Entrepreneur Can Get Into The Right RoomAlex Banayan is a 26-year-old who has spent the past 7 years interviewing some of the most successful people in the world, including Lady Gaga, Larry King, and Bill Gates.The common theme: every successful person has found a "Third Door," or an alternative path to massive breakthroughs in success.In this episode, he shares how every entrepreneur can get into the right room, with the right people, who can elevate their idea.Follow Comcast NBCUniversal Lift Labs online:Join the Newsletter!comcastnbculift.com@LIFT...
2019-04-0127 min
Oliver Wyman Health PodcastComcast NBCUniversal and Independence Blue Cross Discuss PartnershipIndependence Health Group and Comcast announced a unique partnership to create an innovative patient-centered technology and communications platform. We sit down with Brian Lobley, President of Commercial and Consumer Markets at Independence Blue Cross, and Don Mathis, General Manager of Growth at Comcast NBCUniversal, to discuss why two companies from such different ends of the spectrum came together, and what it’s like bringing a healthcare insider and outsider together as one.
For more information on our podcast, follow us on Twitter @OWHealthEditor, visit our online healthcare publication at health.oliverwyman.com, and see our full guest roster at https://ww...
2018-06-1420 min
Free Ideas98: Danielle Cohn | Executive Director of Entrepreneurial Engagement at Comcast NBCUniversalDanielle Cohn leads Entrepreneurial Engagement for Comcast NBCUniversal, focused on launching and amplifying new product innovations with startups in the areas of media, entertainment and connectivity. Name: Danielle Cohn Instagram Handle: danicohn Website: http://corporate.comcast.com
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2017-02-2304 min