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Through the NoiseEmpowering Onsite Energy Solutions with Gareth Evans, CEO and Founder of VECKTAJoin Ernesto as he sits down with Gareth Evans, the CEO and Founder of VECKTA, a groundbreaking software platform and marketplace designed to optimize onsite energy solutions. Listen as Gareth shares his vision for the future of energy, the challenges and opportunities in the industry, and how VECKTA empowers companies to achieve energy independence and sustainability. Gareth's time in Iraq following the Gulf War set his mission in motion; it opened his eyes to a world without access to reliable energy and other essentials needed to survive. He saw the impact that can have on the stability...2024-07-1150 min
Through the NoisePlastic Bank: Turning Waste Into WealthJoin Ernesto as he talks with Shaun Frankson, co-founder of Plastic Bank, who shares what it's like running a business that impacts billions of people on this planet by turning plastic waste into currency. Plastic Bank empowers the Social Recycling movement that stops ocean plastic and helps alleviate poverty. 2024-02-0844 min
Through the NoiseThe Rise to Popularity With Rural Minnesota’s Youtuber Off_JaWaggonJoin Ernesto as he goes behind the scenes with Off_JaWaggon, a YouTuber quickly rising in popularity with his raw opinions surrounding politics and life on the farm in rural Minnesota. You will hear about the challenges and what actually goes into creating digital content that gets large numbers of views on platforms such as YouTube and TikTok. Off_JaWaggon is a Youtuber and Content Creator who discusses life on the farm in rural Minnesota, politics, and his own raw opinions gaining him popularity on platforms such as TikTok and Youtube 2024-01-251h 14
Through the NoiseBuilding the World’s First Electric Plane With Gregory DavisHave you ever considered the concept of an electric plane? Join Ernesto in this exciting episode as he sits down with Gregory Davis, President & CEO of Eviation Aircraft, as they dive into the groundbreaking achievement of creating the world's first all-electric commuter aircraft. Eviation Aircraft builds electric airplanes using advanced technology and design. It was founded in 2015 and is based in Arlington, Washington. Their mission is to build beautiful electric airplanes using advanced technology and impeccable design, imagined and built by a committed and expert workforce. 2023-10-1848 min
Thriving in Medicine: The Physician's Guide to DoctoringGet Your Signal Through the Noise with Ernesto GluecksmannErnesto Gluecksmann is the managing partner at Through the Noise, who I’ve hired to help increase the size of my audience. His strategy was so dramatically different from anyone else I had interviewed, so this is what we discuss on the podcast. How to get your name, brand and services out there to a bigger audience. The secret sauce for me was my youtube channel because so many more people are on youtube than podcasts. We talk about how to get the right eyeballs on you. Ernesto has 25 years in providing consultative services in data technologies fo...2022-11-1645 min
Through the NoiseTTN Insights: Digital Security & Data Protection in a Pandemic - with Michael GipsMichael Gips is an attorney, security professional, business executive, and journalist. Frequently cited in both security literature and the mainstream press, Mike has written more than 1,000 articles on all aspects of security and has presented at scores of conferences, webcasts, and other events. Global Insights in Professional Security (GIPS), LLC, provides thought leadership, security strategy, content strategy, and content to corporate security departments, professional associations and NGOs, and security service and product providers. Every so often, Ernesto Gluecksmann and Mickey Panayiotakis sit down and talk about digital security, new software, technologies, trends, regulations t...2020-10-1423 min
Through the NoiseTTN Insights: Live Streaming vs Publishing ContentVirtual interactions are more common than ever as we stay at home and live-streamed events and webinars are becoming more widespread. Ernesto and Mickey sit down and discuss the pros and cons of live streaming, what challenges it carries, and when it is better to stream instead of publish your content. Every so often, Ernesto Gluecksmann and Mickey Panayiotakis sit down and talk about digital security, new software, technologies, trends, regulations that may impact leaders of organizations. Listen to their Insights on this segment of Through The Noise. 2020-09-3020 min
Through the NoiseTTN Insights: Data ContainersErnesto and Mickey tackle Data Containers in our latest insights. How do they work? When should you use them? Control your software's environment, optimize your process, and advance your work with containers. Every so often, Ernesto Gluecksmann and Mickey Panayiotakis sit down and talk about digital security, new software, technologies, trends, regulations that may impact leaders of organizations. Listen to their Insights on this segment of Through The Noise.2020-09-0924 min
Through the NoiseDisposable Products & Emerald Brand's Sustainable MaterialsRalph Bianculli Jr. is a Managing Director of Emerald Brand, a sustainable consumables product company headquartered in New York. He continues to drive sustainability and focuses on educating the private and public sector on sustainable initiatives. Innovators in material technology since 1997, Emerald Brand is committed to educating the entire disposable supply chain on the benefits of using Tree-Free™, sustainable and rapidly renewable solutions.2020-08-1942 min
Through the NoiseTTN Insights: SQL vs NoSQL Systems & Data Access In this episode of Insights, Ernesto and Mickey talk about the value SQL systems still have, how they differ from NoSQL systems, the ways they both access data, and their role in machine learning. Every so often, Ernesto Gluecksmann and Mickey Panayiotakis sit down and talk about digital security, new software, technologies, trends, regulations that may impact leaders of organizations. Listen to their Insights on this segment of Through The Noise. 2020-07-2911 min
Through the NoiseTTN Insights: Donor Management Systems In this episode of Insights, Ernesto and Mickey talk about Donor Management Systems, the right approach to choosing or changing one, requirement identification, system integration, and long term satisfaction. Every so often, Ernesto Gluecksmann and Mickey Panayiotakis sit down and talk about digital security, new software, technologies, trends, regulations that may impact leaders of organizations. Listen to their Insights on this segment of Through The Noise. 2020-07-2215 min
Through the NoiseAI and Machine Learning for Business Automation with JIFFY.aiBabu Sivadasan, co-founder and CEO of JIFFY.ai, is a passionate serial entrepreneur with public company experience, is an active angel investor and mentor, and is an engineer at heart. Prior to JIFFY.ai, Babu co-founded and led Envestnet (NYSE: ENV) in a variety of leadership roles and was also the co-founding CTO of Stamps.com (Nasdaq: STMP). JIFFY.ai delivers an app-based, enterprise-level intelligent automation platform that radically alters and improves how businesses automate, operate and innovate, shifting how employees interact with technology to get work done and ultimately improving business outcomes2020-07-1544 min
Through the NoiseOpportunity International: How Small Loans & Business Training Can Change the WorldOpportunity International CEO Atul Tandon’s career has been marked by successfully conceptualizing, building, scaling and turning around some of the world’s largest, best known, and most impactful for-profit and non-profit enterprises and networks. His work spans several industries including, consumer banking, e-Commerce, consumer insights, health, and humanitarian relief and development, among others. Opportunity International designs, delivers, and scales innovative financial solutions to empower families living in extreme poverty to transform their lives and communities via sustainable livelihoods and quality education.2020-07-0855 min
Through the NoiseTTN Insights: Podcasting and Client ReachGeorge and Ernesto sit down and talk about podcasting, how to use it to showcase your work and build your client base, recognizing and reaching your audience, and creating the right content. George is the Chief Whaler of Whole Whale, a B-Corp digital marketing and analytics agency for social impact. A father of 2 little ones, George is the former CTO of DoSomething.org, founder of CTOs For Good and is the Co-Founder of PowerPoetry.org. Founded in 2010, Whole Whale has grown to help 100s of social impact clients while developing educational products that include online...2020-07-0140 min
Through the NoiseTTN Insights: The Optimal AMSErnesto and Mickey share their insights on Association Management Systems and AMS Optimization. They discuss the common problems their clients run into, their assessment process, what goes into choosing the right AMS, making sure it integrates with the other systems in place, and ensuring that it serves the user. For AMS Optimization and other services from Through The Noise, visit getthroughthenoise.com. Every so often, Ernesto Gluecksmann and Mickey Panayiotakis sit down and talk about digital security, new software, technologies, trends, regulations that may impact leaders of organizations. Listen to their Insights on this segment of Through...2020-06-2417 min
Through the NoiseTTN Insights: Data Integrity Mickey and Ernesto dive into a conversation around data once again, but this time it's about the data itself. They share their insights on data integrity, where they discuss the data we save, for how long we need to save it, keeping it updated, and the tools that can help with its maintenance. Every so often, Ernesto Gluecksmann and Mickey Panayiotakis sit down and talk about digital security, new software, technologies, trends, regulations that may impact leaders of organizations. Listen to their Insights on this segment of Through The Noise. 2020-06-1717 min
Through the NoiseJonathan Stark on the Significance of Podcasting & Project PricingJonathan Stark is a former software developer who is now on a mission to rid the world of hourly billing. He is the author of Hourly Billing Is Nuts, the host of Ditching Hourly, and writes a daily newsletter on pricing for independent professionals.2020-06-1053 min
Through the NoiseHow an Essential Industry Copes With the Pandemic and Plans a Sustainable Future - With AF&PAAs President and CEO of the American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA), Heidi Brock serves as the chief advocate for the pulp, paper, packaging and wood products manufacturing sector – an industry which accounts for approximately four percent of the total U.S. manufacturing GDP, manufactures nearly $300 billion in products annually and employs approximately 950,000 men and women. The American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) is the national trade association of the paper and wood products industry and advances public policies that promote a strong and sustainable U.S. forest products industry in the global marketplace.2020-06-0347 min
Through the NoiseThe Environmental & Financial Benefits of the Growing Wind Energy Industry - With AWEATom Kiernan began as CEO of the American Wind Energy Association in 2013 after serving for 15 years as the President of the National Parks Conservation Association. Tom is a native of Arlington, VA, has an undergraduate degree from Dartmouth College in Environmental Computer Modeling, and an MBA from Stanford’s Graduate School of Business. AWEA is the national trade association for the U.S. wind industry, the largest source of renewable energy in the country, representing 1,000 member companies, 120,000 jobs in the U.S. economy, and a nationwide workforce located across all 50 states.2020-05-2843 min
Through the NoiseWhat We Knew About the Coronavirus Outbreak Before & the Future of PandemicsDaniel Brooks is a professor emeritus at the University of Toronto, a fellow of the Royal Society of Canada and the Linnean Society of London, and a Research Fellow of the Manter Laboratory of Parasitology, University of Nebraska State Museum. He has been working for the past decade as a free-lance consultant on the evolutionary biology of climate change and emerging disease. He is also an author of The Stockholm Paradigm, which we discussed in his previous episode, during the beginning of the coronavirus lockdown. Daniel Brooks joined us again on Through The Noise to talk about...2020-05-261h 16
Through the NoiseHow ASEA tackles the challenges of Covid-19 and why you need to lead with courageSusan Robertson is the President & CEO of the American Society of Association Executives (ASAE). She oversees all strategic and operational aspects of the ASAE, ASAE Research Foundation, and its for-profit subsidiary, ASAE Business Solutions. ASAE connects great ideas and great people to inspire leadership and achievement within the association community.2020-05-2050 min
Through the NoiseTTN Insights: How CIPE Supports the Digital Economy & Small Businesses During the PandemicAbdulwahab Alkebsi is the Managing Director for Programs at the Center for International Private Enterprise (CIPE). Alkebsi oversees more than 120 programs in over 55 countries and supervises a staff across nine countries, including Egypt, Iraq, Jordan, Tunisia, Nigeria, Ethiopia, Afghanistan, Pakistan, and Ukraine, and at CIPE’s head office in Washington, DC. Louisa Tomar is a Program Officer on the Global team at the Center for International Private Enterprise (CIPE). Tomar specializes in public policy on anti-corruption, digital economy, and digital rights. Tomar oversees cross-regional projects on democratic governance, anti-corruption compliance, and the intersection of technology and democracy.2020-05-1334 min
Through the NoiseInsights: Personal Privacy vs Public Safety During a PandemicMichael Shifflet is an Asia-Pacific Studies Graduate with an International Educator Background. Mike talks about being quarantined, how officials in Taiwan track his movement on his mobile phone, and what this means for personal privacy. Every so often, Ernesto Gluecksmann and Mickey Panayiotakis sit down and talk about digital security, new software, technologies, trends, regulations that may impact leaders of organizations. Listen to their Insights on this segment of Through The Noise. 2020-05-0714 min
Through the NoiseMaking the Switch to Renewable Energy - ACORE's MissionGregory Wetstone is President and CEO of the American Council on Renewable Energy, a national nonprofit that unites finance, policy and technology to accelerate the transition to a renewable energy economy. Founded in 2001, the American Council on Renewable Energy (ACORE) is the nation’s premier pan-renewable organization uniting finance, policy and technology to accelerate the transition to a renewable energy economy.2020-05-0538 min
Through the NoiseSustainable Practices for Organizations and Green Business Strategies - with John FriedmanWith an international career spanning 3 decades, John Friedman is an award-winning communications professional and recognized sustainability expert who has helped some of the leading global companies to integrate their operational, financial, and cultural aspirations into sustainable and responsible business practices. The WGL family of companies—Washington Gas, WGL Energy, WGL Midstream and Hampshire Gas—are indirect, wholly-owned subsidiaries of AltaGas Ltd. and provides options for natural gas, electricity, green power and energy services, including generation, storage, transportation, distribution, supply and efficiency. John Friedman's Book Managing Sustainability: First Steps to First Class (Business Expe...2020-04-2950 min
Through the Noise539 Adam Krantz on NACWA's work and the data they collect from their members - Special: Water Week 2020Adam Krantz is CEO of the National Association of Clean Water Agencies. He directs a Washington, D.C., team that advocates on behalf of the nation’s public clean water agencies on an array of regulatory, legislative, legal, and communication initiatives geared toward ensuring sustainable clean water agencies. NACWA represents public wastewater and stormwater agencies of all sizes nationwide and has been the nation’s recognized leader in legislative, regulatory and legal advocacy on the full spectrum of clean water issues, as well as a top technical resource for water management, sustainability and ecosystem protection interests for more...2020-04-231h 01
Through the Noise538 How are Key Advocacy and Beekeeper Group working during lockdown? With David Lusk & Matthew ZabludDavid Lusk, Founder of Key Advocacy, has over 20 years’ experience in the advocacy space. Since 2010, over 7,000 association members, nonprofit volunteers and C-Suite executives have attended his advocacy training sessions. Grasstops advocacy networks built by David have repeatedly received national recognition as model programs for the industry. David graduated from Brown University with degrees in both Public Policy and Business Economics. He currently holds a leadership role with the American Society of Association Executives as a member of the Government Relations and Advocacy Professionals Advisory Council. Key Advocacy specializes in providing advocate training and developing nationwide grassroots and gr...2020-04-1552 min
Through the NoiseTom Costabile, Executive Director/CEO of the American Society of Mechanical EngineersTom Costabile, ASME’s Executive Director / CEO, is a Mechanical Engineer by training who began his career in the nuclear power industry before moving on to numerous leadership roles in the music distribution industry. Since joining ASME in May of 2018, Tom has made re-engagement with ASME’s students, sections and volunteers a cornerstone of his tenure. Founded in 1880 as the American Society of Mechanical Engineers, ASME is a not-for-profit professional organization that enables collaboration, knowledge sharing and skill development across all engineering disciplines, while promoting the vital role of the engineer in society.2020-04-0849 min
Through the NoiseHow does the Catholic Climate Covenant undertake sustainability projects? With Dan MislehDan Misleh has been engaged in the social mission of the Catholic Church since 1982 when he joined the Jesuit Volunteer Corps. In 2006, he founded Catholic Climate Covenant as a way to help the Catholic community understand and act on climate change from a position of faith. Catholic Climate Covenant helps to educate the Catholic community on creation care and provides programs and resources to help it be better stewards of the planet. Catholic Energies is a program of Catholic Climate Covenant.2020-04-0249 min
Through the NoiseDaniel Brooks, Author of The Stockholm ParadigmOn Daniel Brooks: Professor emeritus, University of Toronto, fellow of the Royal Society of Canada and Research Fellow of the Manter Laboratory of Parasitology, University of Nebraska State Museum. Working for the past decade as a free-lance consultant on the evolutionary biology of climate change and emerging disease (current major project with the Hungarian National Institute of Ecology). The crisis of emerging disease has been a century and a half in the making. Human, veterinary and crop health practitioners convinced themselves that disease could be controlled by medicating the sick, vaccinating those at risk, and eradicating the...2020-03-251h 17
Through the NoiseWhy is the Water Environment Federation changing their AMS and how? With Walt Marlowe.Walt Marlowe is the Executive Director of the Water Environment Federation. Before joining WEF, he was the Executive Director of the American Association of Pharmaceutical Scientists and was previously the Executive Director of the Construction Specifications Institute and the Executive Director of the American Academy of Water Resources Engineers. He has a B.E. in Civil Engineering from Stevens Institute of Technology and an MBA from George Washington University. The Water Environment Federation (WEF) is a not-for-profit technical and educational organization of 35,000 individual members and 75 affiliated Member Associations representing water quality professionals around the world. As a...2020-03-2257 min
Through the NoiseSarah Dearman, VP of Circular Ventures, on how The Recycling Partnership uses Capture Rate Studies - Global Recycling Day 2020As the lead of the Recycling Partnership’s Circular Ventures Team, Sarah Dearman has spent her career collaborating for good through corporate, government and nonprofit sustainability initiatives. She is bringing this solutions-oriented, collaborative approach to the team to help launch the Pathway to Circularity initiative and others that will move us from a make-waste to a circular economy. The Recycling Partnership is a national nonprofit organization that leverages corporate partner funding to transform recycling for good in states, cities and communities all across the U.S.2020-03-181h 01
Through the NoiseTTN Insights: Password ManagementIn this episode of TTN Insights, Ernesto and Mickey talk about password management, protection, secure sharing and why you need different passwords for everything. Learn why you need to exercise caution and how password managers can help you. Every so often, Ernesto Gluecksmann and Mickey Panayiotakis sit down and talk about digital security, new software, technologies, trends, regulations that may impact leaders of organizations. Listen to their Insights on this segment of Through The Noise.2020-03-1214 min
Through the NoiseMaria Morukian, President & Founder of MSM Global ConsultingMaria Morukian is an organizational change and leadership development consultant specializing in diversity, equity, and inclusion. For 16 years she has provided training, coaching, and facilitation to help leaders to thrive in diverse, complex and changing environments. MSM Global Consulting is a women-owned small business that provides a full suite of consulting, training and coaching services to organizations and their leaders on 21st-century leadership skills, diversity, equity, inclusion, and intercultural competence.2020-03-1058 min
Through the NoiseJohn Chalifoux, President and COO of MERA - The Association for Sustainable ManufacturingJohn Chalifoux is the president and COO of MERA. Utilizing his engineering background, marketing skills and extensive knowledge of the automotive industry, Chalifoux strives to increase the awareness and acceptance of remanufactured goods—and solidify their place in the circular economy—with policymakers and the public. Previously, he was a strategy consultant for PricewaterhouseCoopers, and he is an experienced marketing and sales executive, having worked for leading automotive suppliers. MERA, The Association for Sustainable Manufacturing, is a member-based network of manufacturers, suppliers, universities, and professional services firms that promotes the economic, environmental, and product performance benefits of rema...2020-03-0557 min
Through the NoiseMax Boykoff, Author of Creative (Climate) CommunicationsMax Boykoff is the Director of the Center for Science and Technology Policy Research, which is part of the Cooperative Institute for Research in Environmental Sciences at the University of Colorado Boulder. He also is an Associate Professor in the Environmental Studies program. Through a sustained assessment of research and experimentation into Creative (Climate) Communications, this handbook provides guidance for what works, where, when, why and under what conditions.2020-03-0340 min
Through the NoiseVincent Talucci, Executive Director / CEO of the International Association of Chiefs of PoliceVince Talucci serves as the Executive Director / Chief Executive Officer of the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP). Vince is responsible for overseeing more than 140 professionals and helping to ensure the IACP builds upon over a century of success addressing issues at the forefront of the policing profession. The International Association of Chiefs of Police is the world’s largest and most influential professional association for police leaders and is committed to advancing the safety of communities globally.2020-02-271h 00
Through the NoiseTony Radoszewski, President & CEO of the Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS)Tony Radoszewski the new president & CEO of the Plastics Industry Association, bringing a long career in various sectors of the plastics industry to the position. He most recently was president of the Plastics Pipe Institute, during which he led efforts that dramatically increased membership, enhanced member services, improved cash flow and profitability for the association while also strengthening relationships with key stakeholders, including government. The Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS), is the only organization that supports the entire plastics supply chain, representing nearly one million workers in the $451 billion U.S. industry. Edits At 16:05: Tony...2020-02-2557 min
Through the NoiseJulia Hamm, President & CEO of the Smart Electric Power AllianceJulia is a visionary non-profit leader at the center of the transformation underway in the electric power sector to a clean and modern energy future. Julia has served as SEPA’s President & CEO since 2004, providing leadership and strategic direction for the organization and is responsible for guiding and overseeing all of SEPA’s research, education, and collaboration activities for its 1,100 member companies and the broader energy industry. The Smart Electric Power Alliance (SEPA) helps address the most pressing issues encountered in the smart transition to a carbon-free energy system by 2050.2020-02-2058 min
Through the NoiseTTN Insights: Incident Response Plans Do you have an incident response plan? Ernesto and Mickey discuss what you need to do in the event of your security being breached. What are your first steps? What data was exposed? Find out what the best course of action is for every situation. Every so often, Ernesto Gluecksmann and Mickey Panayiotakis sit down and talk about digital security, new software, technologies, trends, regulations that may impact leaders of organizations. Listen to their Insights on this segment of Through The Noise. 2020-02-1812 min
Through the NoiseJim Pauley, President & CEO of the National Fire Protection AssociationJim Pauley has served as president and CEO of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) since 2014. Prior to joining NFPA, his career spanned 30 years in the electrical and energy industry; he holds a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering and is a licensed professional engineer. The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) is a global self-funded nonprofit organization, established in 1896, devoted to eliminating death, injury, property and economic loss due to fire, electrical and related hazards.2020-02-1346 min
Through the NoiseRabih Torbay, President & CEO of Project HOPERabih Torbay is president and chief executive officer at Project HOPE, where he leads the organization in advancing its international development strategy and maximizing the impact of its global health teams worldwide. Rabih is an internationally recognized expert in the management of complex disasters and emergencies, with more than 20 years’ experience working at headquarters and in crisis-affected countries. Founded in 1958, Project HOPE’s global health and humanitarian relief programs uplift communities by empowering health care workers to provide lifesaving care now and well into the future.2020-02-0654 min
Through the NoiseConstance Cullman, President & CEO of the American Feed Industry AssociationCullman’s career has been spent in the food and agricultural sector working in government, the private sector, foundations, trade associations and academia. She holds agricultural degrees from The Ohio State University and hails from Marysville, Ohio, where her family owned and operated a cow/calf farm. The American Feed Industry Association, based in Arlington, Va., is the world’s largest organization devoted exclusively to representing the business, legislative and regulatory interests of the U.S. animal food industry and its suppliers.2020-02-0454 min
Through the NoiseInsights - Data PrivacyWho does data belong to? In this episode of Through The Noise Insights, Mickey and Ernesto sit down to discuss data privacy, keeping data secure and the responsibility we have towards the data we store. Every so often, Ernesto Gluecksmann and Mickey Panayiotakis sit down and talk about digital security, new software, technologies, trends, regulations that may impact leaders of organizations. Listen to their Insights on this new segment of Through The Noise.2020-01-3020 min
Through the NoiseLisa Oliveri, Director of Global Safety and Security for the Education Development CenterLisa Oliveri is an ASIS International Board-Certified Protection Professional (CPP) with more than 10 years of progressive experience across a broad range of global safety and security functions in various sectors including international non-government organizations (INGOs), faith-based organizations, and academic institutions. She has a proven ability to combine strategy, creativity, and strong business acumen with well-developed project management and leadership qualities to support the sustainable delivery of international projects and events, increased capacity building for staff to mitigate and manage incidents and crises, and fulfillment of an organization’s duty of care responsibilities. Education Development Center (EDC) is a...2020-01-2245 min
Through the NoiseTTN Insights - ReTargeted AdvertisingIn this episode of Through The Noise Insights, Mickey and Ernesto dive into ReMarketing and ReTargeted advertising, how it works, how it feels for the consumer, and the privacy issues that surround it. Every so often, Ernesto Gluecksmann and Mickey Panayiotakis sit down and talk about digital security, new software, technologies, trends, regulations that may impact leaders of organizations. Listen to their Insights on this new segment of Through The Noise.2020-01-1520 min
Through the NoiseMark Bergel, Founder, President & CEO of A Wider CircleDr. Mark Bergel is the founder, President and CEO of A Wider Circle, a nonprofit organization in Silver Spring, MD working to end poverty. After founding A Wider Circle in 2001, Dr. Bergel has emerged as a leader in the movement to end poverty and is a nationally acclaimed speaker in the fields of poverty, health, and social connection. A Wider Circle's mission is to end poverty through on-the-ground programs and services, as well as through the development of large-scale solutions to its root causes. 2020-01-091h 02
Through the NoiseRebeca Romero Rainey, President & CEO of the Independent Community Bankers of AmericaRebeca Romero Rainey is president and CEO of ICBA, the leading advocacy organization exclusively representing community banks. A third-generation community banker born and raised in Taos, N.M., Romero Rainey is the former Chairman and CEO of Centinel Bank of Taos. Upon graduating from Wellesley College, she returned home to Taos with the dream of continuing her family’s business of running the town’s only local community bank. The Independent Community Bankers of America® creates and promotes an environment where community banks flourish. With more than 50,000 locations nationwide, community banks constitute 99 percent of all banks, employ nearl...2020-01-0742 min
Through the NoiseMark Duclos, President of the Society of Industrial and Office Realtors (SIOR)Mark Duclos is the President and co-founder of Sentry Commercial. Since 1986, Mark has represented local, regional and national companies providing experienced, unbiased, expert advice on their real estate and facility needs. He holds the prestigious SIOR (The Society of Industrial and Office Realtors) and CRE (The Counselors of Real Estate) designations. Mark is President of SIOR and a member of its Board of Directors. The Society of Industrial and Office Realtors ® (SIOR) is the leading society for industrial and office real estate professionals. For more on SIOR's conferences: https://www.sior.com/conferences2019-12-1944 min
Through the NoisePete Bunce, President & CEO of the General Aviation Manufacturers Association - Special: Wright Brothers DayPete Bunce is President and CEO of the General Aviation Manufacturers Association. Pete has lead the association work to advance GA safety and policy work in Europe and the United States since April 2005 when he joined GAMA from the US Air Force where his last assignment was as the Director of the Air Force Congressional Budget and Appropriations Liaison. The General Aviation Manufacturers Association represents aircraft, avionics, engine, and equipment manufacturers as well as training providers in Brazil, Canada, Europe, and the United States.2019-12-1736 min
Through the NoiseCharles Henry, President of the Council on Library and Information Resources (CLIR)Charles Henry is president of the Council on Library and Information Resources (CLIR), based in Arlington, Virginia. CLIR is an independent, nonprofit organization that forges strategies to enhance research, teaching, and learning environments in collaboration with libraries, cultural institutions, and communities of higher learning. CLIR has just launched Season One of their podcast, Material Memory. You can find it here.2019-12-1238 min
Through the NoisePaul Auerbach, MD, Author of Wilderness MedicinePaul Auerbach, MD is the Redlich Family Professor Emeritus in the Department of Emergency Medicine at the Stanford University School of Medicine, and Adjunct Professor of Military/Emergency Medicine at the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences. He is a founder of the Wilderness Medical Society, member of the Council on Foreign Relations, and serves on the National Medical Committee for the National Ski Patrol System. Wilderness Medicine is the definitive 2-volume textbook for medical professionals. Medicine for the Outdoors is the leading book for laypersons. Enviromedics is an important book about...2019-12-1050 min
Through the NoiseTodd Thibodeaux, President & CEO of CompTIATodd Thibodeaux is the president and chief executive officer of CompTIA, the leading non-profit trade association for the global technology industry. CompTIA represents more than 2,000 member companies and 3,000 business partners spanning the worldwide technology industry. The Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) is a leading voice and advocate for the $5.2 trillion global information technology ecosystem; and the more than 50 million industry and tech professionals who design, implement, manage, and safeguard the technology that powers the world’s economy.2019-12-051h 09
Through the NoiseKirsten Gagnaire, Founder & CEO of Kati CollectiveKirsten Gagnaire, CEO of Kati Collective, is a high-impact social innovator with more than 20 years of experience in global concept-to-execution program leadership. Employing a gender equity lens, she creates digital health strategies and tools to transform health systems and deliver universal healthcare to the underserved. Kati Collective is dedicated to improving systems across global development by providing experienced, strategic, and pragmatic action focused on three of the most important drivers of change: women, digital, and partnerships.2019-12-0349 min
Through the NoiseTTN Insights: The Cost and Value of New SystemsIn this episode of TTN Insights, Ernesto and Mickey talk about changing systems, adding software features, estimating the cost of new projects, and how organizations should evaluate the worth of doing so. Every so often, Ernesto Gluecksmann and Mickey Panayiotakis sit down and talk about digital security, new software, technologies, trends, regulations that may impact leaders of organizations. Listen to their Insights on this segment of Through The Noise.2019-10-2416 min
Through the NoiseTTN Insights: Website Security AuditIn this episode of TTN Insights, Ernesto and Mickey talk about website security, how to prepare against attacks and how to react to a breach. How do you know if you have been hacked? What information is at stake? Check out our new service: Website Security Audit. Every so often, Ernesto Gluecksmann and Mickey Panayiotakis sit down and talk about digital security, new software, technologies, trends, regulations that may impact leaders of organizations. Listen to their Insights on this segment of Through The Noise.2019-09-1617 min
Through the NoiseTTN Insights: Vendor Landscape AnalysisIn this episode of TTN Insights, Ernesto and Mickey talk about Database System Software. How to change it, choose it and make sure it's the right one for your operation. This is why we offer Vendor Landscape Analysis. Every so often, Ernesto Gluecksmann and Mickey Panayiotakis sit down and talk about digital security, new software, technologies, trends, regulations that may impact leaders of organizations. Listen to their Insights on this segment of Through The Noise.2019-08-1522 min
Through the NoiseTTN Insights: Website AssessmentIn this episode of TTN Insights, Ernesto and Mickey talk about website assessment and go through the steps in website maintenance, the process of resolving issues and the importance of regular checkups. Every so often, Ernesto Gluecksmann and Mickey Panayiotakis sit down and talk about digital security, new software, technologies, trends, regulations that may impact leaders of organizations. Listen to their Insights on this new segment of Through The Noise.2019-04-0312 min
Through the NoiseTTN Insights: The Value of PodcastingIn this episode of TTN Insights, Ernesto and Mickey talk about the real value of podcasting for organizations and how it is superior to other media for communicating long-form content. Every so often, Ernesto Gluecksmann and Mickey Panayiotakis sit down and talk about digital security, new software, technologies, trends, regulations that may impact leaders of organizations. Listen to their Insights on this new segment of Through The Noise.2019-03-0518 min
Through the NoiseTTN Insights: GDPR ComplianceIn this episode of TTN Insights, Ernesto and Mickey discuss GDPR and how this EU regulation has affected the US. Why is it important and what does it mean to be compliant? Every so often, Ernesto Gluecksmann and Mickey Panayiotakis sit down and talk about digital security, new software, technologies, trends, regulations that may impact leaders of organizations. Listen to their Insights on this new segment of Through The Noise.2019-02-1416 min
Through the NoiseTTN Insights, Tech Trends of 2019 - Part 2: Security MattersIn part 2 of Tech Trends of 2019, Ernesto and Mickey discuss digital security and how it should be your priority this year. What are the risks out there, what does it really take to be protected, why you need to act now and what to do when it happens - not if. Every so often, Ernesto Gluecksmann and Mickey Panayiotakis sit down and talk about digital security, new software, technologies, trends, regulations that may impact leaders of organizations. Listen to their Insights on this new segment of Through The Noise.2019-01-3111 min
Through the NoiseTTN Insights, Tech Trends of 2019 – Part 1: Metrics in BusinessEvery so often, Ernesto Gluecksmann and Mickey Panayiotakis sit down and talk about digital security, new software, technologies, trends, regulations that may impact leaders of organizations. Listen to their Insights on this new segment of Through The Noise. In this episode of TTN Insights, Ernesto and Mickey talk about the questions leaders should be asking in 2019 about organizational metrics and value, and avoiding the common pitfall of measuring because we can vs measuring because it matters.2019-01-2315 min
Through the NoiseLearn How to Lobby Congress Effectively with David Lusk and Brad FitchMany individuals use the new year as an opportunity to get fit -- and similarly, it's a great opportunity for your organization to get its advocacy program in shape. We've invited two experts to the show today to help you with that -- David Lusk, Founder of Key Advocacy and Brad Fitch, CEO of the Congressional Management Foundation. David Lusk is a returning guest who Ernesto called an "Advocacy Personal Trainer" and they are both committed to creating better advocates -- whether as individual citizens or as an organization. Over 50,000 people have taken the citizen advocate training offered by...2018-02-1946 min
The Business of Content with Simon OwensWhat it takes to run a podcast consulting companyBranded podcasts are on the rise. With one out of every four Americans saying they listen to at least one podcast a month, companies are increasingly incorporating the medium into their content marketing strategies, and in some cases these branded podcasts are really taking off with listeners. The first major success of a branded podcast was The Message, a joint venture between the Panoply Network and GE. The science fiction serial has generated over 8 million downloads and, during its run, stayed at the top of the iTunes charts. Gimlet Media, one of the largest and...2018-01-3132 minThrough the NoiseMindy Saffer of Cresa on Open Space Offices and Nonprofit OfficesMindy Saffer -- rhymes with laugher -- is a Managing Principal at Cresa, the only company that solely represents the tenants/users of office spaces. Her specialty is working with nonprofits and we're thrilled to have her on the episode today to get some insight into what it takes to find a space that works for the wide variety of needs for different organizations. Think open office spaces are the worst invention ever, as Blake and Ernesto do? Mindy has an answer for that. She is an expert in finding space that suits your organization's day-to-day needs while addressing...2017-10-2641 minThrough the NoiseSarah McCann of the General Aviation Manufacturers Association on CommunicationsSarah McCann has spent a good deal of her career in aviation advocacy and has recently become the Director of Communications for General Aviation Manufacturers Association. Ernesto and Sarah discuss the ins and outs of working as a member of a "one man shop" -- running the communications program for the organization versus being part of a communications team. We also touch on membership -- how do you manage your communication planning when your membership is comprised of individuals compared to an association with member companies who each have their own communications team? Have you faced these challenges in...2017-09-2542 minThrough the NoiseAndy MacCabe, CEO of the Association of American Veterinary Medical CollegesDr. Andy MacCabe of the Association of American Veterinary Medical Colleges sits down in the studio with Ernesto to talk goals, opportunity, the health of many species, collaborating with other organizations, and the benefits of a diverse profession. Dr. MacCabe is CEO of the AAVMC but brings a vast and varied background to the position, including a degree in agriculture, time in the Air Force, a degree in public health, and filling out the diploma wall in his office, a patent law degree. Though the AAVMC has "American" in their name, their membership is now open to and represents 50...2017-09-0444 minThrough the NoiseHow to Talk So Your People Will Listen with Henri Makembe of the Beekeeper GroupWhile Blake parties, er, works in Vegas, Through the Noise is hosted by Ernesto and his partner at Infamia, Mickey Panayiotakis, and today they're joined by Henri Makembe of the Beekeeper Group. Mr. Makembe is a partner at the Beekeeper Group, a Washington, DC-based firm that works with associations and nonprofits (and some of those for-profits as well) to engage their target audiences in creative and compelling ways. Their tagline "Build the hive, manage the buzz" is smart, memorable, and informative and on this episode Blake, Mickey, and Henri dive into some of the strategies employed by the Beekeeper Gr...2017-08-3135 minThrough the NoiseTech in Ten Takes Over Through the Noise for TwentyToday's Through the Noise is a quickie takeover by our sister podcast, Tech in Ten. Mickey Panayiotakis, Ernesto's partner at Infamia joins us on the show today for an informal conversation about their new podcast Tech in Ten where they quickly tackle all things related to association tech needs. You can find this succinct weekly podcast on the Through the Noise website and we hope you'll check it out, tune in, and spread the word. Speaking of which... if you've enjoyed any of the nearly 300 episodes of Through the Noise, we'd love it if you left us a review...2017-08-2819 minThrough the NoiseNancy Burke of the Direct Selling Association on Membership and DuesNancy Burke sits down with Blake and Ernesto to talk about a segment of the large economy that occasionally goes unnoticed and is often left out of larger discussions about employment. Direct sales are a way for companies to hire people as contractors and for 20 million Americans to earn money through sales but without being stuck in a traditional retail environment. Nancy Burke is the Vice President of Membership for the Direct Selling Association and the DSA represents the ~150 companies that employ the sales force. A couple you may have heard of -- or used -- are Avon and...2017-08-1740 minThrough the Noise#283 National Communication Association - Dr. Paaige Turner and Jenna SauberBlake and Ernesto are joined by two women from the National Communication Association. Jenna Sauber represents the organization as their Media Relations & Public Outreach Manager and Dr. Paaige K. Turner who joined the National Communication Association about six weeks ago as their Executive Director after three decades in communications academia. NCA is more of a "scholarly society" than a standard trade organization and their 7,000 members across the field study the ways that people communicate. Just because everyone communicates doesn't mean that they are doing it well and the research done by their members studies many different elements of communication...2017-06-2954 minThrough the Noise#279 Women in Government Relations - Emily BardachEmily Bardach is the Executive Director of Women in Government Relations and we were lucky to get her on the show today between some of the 200 events her organization coordinates every year for their 1200 members. They work to advance and empower women who work with the government and to encourage more women to become involved. Join us for this conversation as Emily, Blake, and Ernesto delve into some of the issues facing micro organizations that are experiencing growth. Emily Bardach has managed associations for over 20 years including Women in Government Relations (WGR) which she has been involved...2017-06-1536 minThrough the Noise#275 National Stone, Sand and Gravel Association - Michael JohnsonErnesto and Blake are reunited! Blake has been away preparing podcasts for some nonprofit clients (yep... you do need one too), but he's back to welcome Michael Johnson to the show. President and CEO of the National Stone, Sand and Gravel Association, Johnson is in the association world because it's the best way to help industries cut "through the noise" (ding ding ding!) with policy makers. This informative conversation delves into the decrepit state of infrastructure in the United States and the need for more investment to move the economy forward. If you don't like the idea of driving...2017-06-0154 minThrough the Noise#274 Advocacy Tree - David Lusk David Lusk, Founder, and CEO of Key Advocacy joins Ernesto on the show to talk about how he helps nonprofits and associations become more effective advocates. Planning a lobbying day on the Hill? Try to bring your members and not just your professional lobbying staff. Hearing directly from constituents (the ones who can vote them out of office) is the most effective. Don't miss this episode to grab some more insights from a professional who has been helping organizations advocate for themselves for two decades. Both Jefferson and David Lusk say "we don't have government by the majority...2017-05-2931 minThrough the Noise#272 DCA Live - Douglas AndersonYour friendly association podcast Through the Noise won an award! As part of the Trending 40 series honoring people making a difference in the Washington, DC region. Ernesto and Blake were recognized as Association and Nonprofit Innovators and so we invited Douglas Anderson, CEO of DCA Live that runs the program to speak with us on the show today. With decades of experience in media and events planning, Douglas has been using his skills working behind the scenes to elevate those who have been in the shadows and amplify their message. Join us for a conversation on the changing nature...2017-05-2231 minThrough the Noise#271 BrightKey - Nicole AraujoBlake is back! Ernesto and Blake are together in the studio again and recently won a "Trending 40" award for businesses contributing to the Washington, DC area and that's how they originally connected with today's guest -- Nicole Araujo, Director of Business Development for BrightKey. BrightKey is a company that makes other companies (and associations) look good by taking care of some of the more mundane aspects of running an organization. Need to spiff up your membership? Or send out a ton of materials? BrightKey can handle that for you. About 85% of their clients are associations so they're well-versed in...2017-05-1840 minThrough the Noise#270 Code of Support Foundation - Kristy KaufmannOn this week’s episode of Through the Noise, host Ernesto Gluecksmann is flying solo as he talks to returning guest Kristy Kaufmann, Executive Director and co-founder of the Code of Support Foundation. One year after her first appearance, Kristy has a lot of great new stuff to share about all things non-profit. Join Ernesto and Kristy as they talk about the US military veteran services provided by the nonprofit Code of Support Foundation. Kristy talks extensively about the Foundation’s coordinating of veteran support services, as well as what it means to help military families in time...2017-05-1548 minThrough the Noise#269 Association For Women In Science - Janet KosterErnesto runs the show solo again today while Blake is creating a podcast for another organization (need help with yours? Get in touch!). We're excited to chat with Janet Koster, Executive Director for the Association for Women in Science, the only organization in the United States working at the intersection of STEM and gender. Women have traditionally been underrepresented in the sciences and as recent as the 1960s and 1970s were not even admitted to many of the prestigious science programs. AWIS was founded in 1971 to rectify the imbalance and give women a voice and to increase visibility and...2017-05-1148 minThrough the Noise#268 DC SCORES - Bethany HendersonErnesto flies solo again from the host chair as Blake is away traveling. We're excited to welcome back to the show Bethany Henderson, the Executive Director of DC SCORES, a Washington, DC-based organization that inspired a national organization and chapters around the country. DC SCORES provides free after-school programming to children in Washington, DC that includes team-based learning and activities like soccer and creating spoken word poetry. They have recently become a community partner of DC United, the professional soccer team in Washington, DC and collaborate on events and activities that enrich the lives of everyone involved. Find out...2017-05-0830 minThrough the Noise#264 Wakeman Consulting Group - Dave WakemanOn this episode of Through the Noise, it’s the return of the Revenue Architect himself, Dave Wakeman of Wakeman Consulting Group. As always Dave specializes in helping everyone from nonprofits to Fortune 1000 companies to political advocates to fully realize their support bases. This week, Dave talks to hosts Blake and Ernesto about the challenges inherent to working with donors for charities and nonprofits. When the name of the game is garnering buy-in support for your project, Dave Wakeman is a go-to figure for advice on donor development, connectivity and communication. Dave also explains the importance of ef...2017-04-2436 minThrough the Noise#263 USPA - Nancy KoreenSo you’re thinking about jumping out of a plane - for fun, of course. But how easy is it to pull that off, let alone pull the ripcord? On this week’s episode, hosts Blake Althen and Ernesto Gluecksmann talk skydiving with guest Nancy Koreen, Director of Sport Promotion with the United States Parachute Association (USPA). With both a national and international presence, the USPA is a nonprofit organization committed to helping educate and facilitate all things skydiving. Nancy explains her role as a promotor of this classic thrillseeker’s sport, as well as the high import...2017-04-2026 minThrough the Noise#262 International Wood Products Association - Cindy SquiresWhat do boating, flooring, wine, guitars all have in common? Wood is the easy answer. But the industry behind wood is far more complex, and there’s a lot to learn for anyone looking to get into it. For this episode of Through the Noise, Blake and Ernesto talk with Cindy Squires, Executive Director for the International Wood Products Association (IWPA). Whether you’re an emerging business or an emerging country, it is vital to understand the legal and ethical aspects of international wood sales and trade. Wendy talks us through how the IWPA serves to help manu...2017-04-1745 minThrough the Noise#258 National Association of Workforce Boards - Ronald PainterToday we bring you an unusual show -- Ernesto hosts Through the Noise alone while Blake is away. Our guest is Ronald Painter, CEO of the National Association of Workforce Boards. Representing nearly 550 Workforce Development Boards and their more than 12,000 members, the NAWB strives to ensure that the workforce has the training and resources available to become effective employees in the rapidly changing work environment. Besides appropriate training, there's a tremendous number of other factors that must be considered, such as transportation, healthcare, childcare, and pensions that are shifting. Ron has been the President/CEO for the N...2017-04-0351 minThrough the Noise#257 Mortgage Bankers Associations - Rebecca Vandall & Dawn WilliamsRebecca Vandall and Dawn Williams of the Mortgage Bankers Association join Blake and Ernesto in the studio to talk about their work representing all members of the real estate finance industry. Ms. Vandall is the Director of Program Development and Dawn Williams is the Vice Present of that department and they are part of a team that pulls off an impressive 20 major meetings per year as well as 5 major conventions with expo halls. Find out how they successfully coordinate so many conferences with so many participants so often and grab some time (and money) saving tips for your next...2017-03-3040 minThrough the NoiseErnesto and Blake visit the ASAE Technology Expo and Chat Up VendorsMost people working for nonprofits are probably familiar with ASAE -- the American Society for Association Executives and regular listeners to Through the Noise are certainly aware of their contributions to the association world. We've had several ASAE staff on the show and have talked about their many conferences bringing together diverse organizations with the vendors that work to make them run more effectively and efficiently. We took the opportunity to leave the studio and visit their 2016 Technology Conference and Expo to get a sense of the people, businesses, and innovations that are transforming the association world. Join us...2017-01-2432 minThrough the Noise#229 Thread - Delshan BakerWe're very excited to welcome Delshan Baker to the show today. Ms. Baker joins us from an organization in Baltimore called Thread that's been receiving some great publicity. Earlier this year, Ernesto read a profile in the New York Times about the transformative work the staff and volunteers of Thread do for underperforming students in Baltimore. Thread only works with students in the bottom 25% of their class and provides them with a volunteer support network that is available 24 hours a day for 10 years. They manage a spectacular community of volunteers that Show Up and form a family support system...2016-11-2144 minThrough the Noise#221 Vessence - Nancy BelmontOver the next couple of episodes, we'll be hosting guests who specialize in helping people become their best selves. Today we sit down with Nancy Belmont, the Chief Inspiration Officer of Vessence, a company based in Alexandria, Virginia that helps people and brands identify their values so they can pursue them. She walks Blake and Ernesto through the 12 major archetypes as defined by Carol S. Pearson which are useful for individuals and organizations. Are you primarily the magician, sage, jester, or lover? Or perhaps one of the other 8? In order for an organization or business to be successful they...2016-10-2443 minThrough the Noise#219 SmartBrief - Rick StambergerErnesto is back! Stopping back unexpectedly for a break from paternity leave, we have three hosts on the show today since Stephanie Cerulo is still with us as our guest host. Rick Stamberger, the CEO of SmartBrief joins us to talk about the 200 different publications his company produces for over 200 trade associations and 6.6 million subscribers. In business since the early days of email, SmartBrief employs 170 editors, writers, and tech staff who comb over 10,000 different media outlets to bring relevant news for your association. The staff of many nonprofits are focused on mission-driven activities and don't have the time or...2016-10-1754 minThrough the Noise#218 NAIMA Stacey Fitzgerald ReddRegular listeners of Through the Noise may recall that Ernesto Glueksmann was about to be a father for the second time and he is now enjoying some much needed paternity leave with his lovely new baby. While Ernesto is away, we are pleased to welcome guest host, Stephanie Cerulo. Today Blake and Stephanie chat with Stacy Fitzgerald-Redd, the Director of Marketing and Communications for the North American Insulation Manufacturers Association. NAIMA is a trade organization representing nine companies involved in all facets of fiberglass and mineral wool insulation. Though not always considered the most glamorous of topics in housing...2016-10-1340 minThrough the Noise#217 American Council on Renewable Energy - Kevin HaleyErnesto and Blake are joined by Kevin Haley of the American Council On Renewable Energy (ACORE) for a conversation about the present and future of energy. As Director of Communications for ACORE, Mr. Haley is responsible for ACORE's Energy Fact Check website which addresses and debunks the myths that persist regarding renewable energy. ACORE is a membership organization and their membership base is comprised of businesses and organizations -- many that are revolutionizing the face of energy production in the U.S. Concerned about jobs and job growth in the transition from non-renewables? Mr. Haley can set your mind...2016-10-1041 minThrough the Noise#212 Venable LLP Jeffrey TenenbaumHave you wondered if it's time for your organization to get an in-house counsel? If you work for a growing organization, you won't want to miss this episode when we sit down with attorney Jeffrey Tenenbaum of the law firm Venable LLP. He chairs the firm's Nonprofit Organizations Practice Group and is intimately familiar with the law as it pertains to nonprofits. There are so many ways that organizations can fall behind and get themselves in legal trouble even by having an out of date employee handbook. Delve into this and other legal questions with Jeffrey, Blake, and Ernesto. 2016-09-2244 minThrough the Noise#208 Sisarina Melanie SpringListening to today's 33 minute episode with Melanie Spring TODAY is probably one of the most valuable ways you could use half an hour. You'll probably want to take some notes too because during and after this show you will think differently about yourself, your coworkers, and your organization. Melanie Spring is the "Chief Inspiration Officer" of Sisarina, a branding agency in Washington, DC and she has a lot of questions! Join us today as we play the Inside Out Game and Blake and Ernesto assess themselves and each other to find out what they're good at and where they're...2016-09-0833 minThrough the Noise#207 VoiceTrainer Laura Purcell VerdunLaura Verdun is today's guest and while she does not work with a nonprofit, those who are in the nonprofit world could benefit from her expertise as a speech pathologist. Regardless of our professional roles, almost all of us could stand to be a little more eloquent, to slow down our speech, and to breathe more. Ms. Verdun is a partner in a voice, speech and communication consulting business that addresses and treats a wide range of speech problems ranging from traumatic physical injury to the voice box or muscles to people trying to become better speakers before addressing...2016-09-0548 minThrough the Noise#190 Tate Cummings - Michael CummingsMichael Cummings of Tate Cummings is our next guest we meet during our time at the ASAE headquarters in Washington, DC. Tate Cummings is an association consulting company serving nonprofits of all types, but specializing in associations and branding. Today's episode is packed with information that any association executive or human resources manager won't want to miss. Are the human resources of those in Human Resources being wasted on hiring and firing? Some associations are catching up with the corporate world in recognizing the changing nature of work with the transition of generations as Millennials become more dominant in...2016-07-0748 minThrough the Noise#186 Infamia - Mickey PanayiotakisMickey Panayiotakis, the managing partner of Infamia joins us in the studio to discuss some of the most common tech problems facing nonprofits today. Infamia is the web services company he runs with your friendly Through the Noise host Ernesto Gluecksmann for a behind the scenes look at the work that motivated Blake and Ernesto to team up and create this podcast focusing on nonprofits "sprinkled with technology." Mickey discusses some common causes of hacking and how to avoid them; setting realistic expectations for website creation and development based on the size, scope, and budget of an organization...2016-06-2342 minThrough the Noise#185 Stein Mitchell - Rory KellyToday we take a little respite from the world of strictly nonprofits and speak with Rory Kelly whose role is quite different than most of our guests on Through the Noise. Kelly is the Chief Investigator for Washington, DC-based law firm Stein Mitchell Cipollone Beato & Missner and is responsible for the research and analysis for cases -- often cases brought against corporations as whistleblowers. There's a bit more intrigue than usual as we dive into some of the realms Mr. Kelly investigates. Listen up for a change of pace as Blake and Ernesto pepper Mr. Kelly with questions and...2016-06-2042 minThrough the Noise#173 Building Momentum - Brad HalseyBrad Halsey is CEO and Founder of Building Momentum, a firm based in Alexandria, VA that specializes in intensive technological training with practical applications. Working in the high-paced, high-stakes, and high-pressure environment of a warzone, he created solutions that were put into place to directly save lives. His enthusiasm for education is contagious and since returning from his time in Iraq, he has been using it to educate government contractors, government officials, teachers, and -- recently -- children. Ernesto and Blake have some great ideas to help him grow his newest venture. Brad Halsey, CEO of Building...2016-05-0951 minThrough the Noise#147 Wheaton Volunteer Rescue Squad - Gamunu WijetungeThe Wheaton Volunteer Rescue Squad has a special place in host Ernesto's heart -- he volunteered there for six years. Today's guest is his friend from that time -- Gamunu Wijetunge, President of the Wheaton Volunteer Rescue Squad, who has been deeply involved in the Squad for 21 years. Despite having "volunteer" in the title, there's a common misconception about how the Rescue Squad works -- it's not funded by taxes, major donors, or foundations -- even Gamunu Wijetunge volunteers in his role as President. If you're looking for a new way to get involved in your community, you won't...2016-02-2439 min
Through the Noise#51 Anne O'DellWe had a conversation about how effective is the use of social media and PR for nonprofits. Anne gave us insights into her community engagement efforts, Blake wasn't sure what PR professionals do, and Ernesto pondered how difficult it is to create and manage a nonprofit. One thing we all did agree on is that a nonoprofit is a business and nothing about that is easy. Anne O'Dell is currently a Candidate for a Masters in Fine Arts in Arts Management at the University of Oregon where her work focusing on cultural planning and arts administration is i...2014-10-2619 min
Through the Noise#37 National Corporate Research - Ron Barrett Ron Barrett sat down with Ernesto Gluecksmann and Blake Althen to give a sobering view of the challenges that nonprofits face when they solicit charitable contributions across state lines (or country borders). That "donate now" button on an organization's website has a lot of regulatory implications that nonprofits must carefully understand to avoid running afoul with the IRS or state regulators. Fortunately, there's help. Ron Barrett is the Vice President of Nonprofit Services at National Corporate Research, Ltd., where he developed a comprehensive suite of nonprofit services, including corporate filings, charitable solicitation registrations, compliance filings, and sales...2014-07-0627 min