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Tech News Time012: Watch Out for That Tree!This week, we kick things off with the return of Space Karen’s meltdown tour: Elon Musk got flustered in an interview, sputtered out one-word answers, and called the journalist an “NPC,” which is rich coming from the guy whose only real upgrade since PayPal is yelling “freedom” in meme fonts. Meanwhile, 23andMe sold your DNA to Regeneron at a bankruptcy auction, proving once and for all that your spit is more valuable than most tech startups.IN THE NEWS is a parade of corporate idiocy and dystopian fuckery. Coinbase employees got bribed into leaking user data (because cl...2025-05-2338 min
Washington State Farm Bureau ReportFarm Bill in 2025 - NPC Pt 2Kam Quarles, CEO at the National Potato Council, says with all of the politics, getting a new Farm Bill done this year will be challenging, but we need to get it done.2025-04-3000 min
Washington State Farm Bureau ReportFarm Bill in 2025 - NPC Pt 1Kam Quarles, CEO at the National Potato Council, says with all of the politics, getting a new Farm Bill done this year will be challenging, but we need to get it done.2025-04-2900 min
Eye on Potatoes: A Podcast on All Things PotatoesTariff Volatility: NPC Analyzing Impact on GrowersOn April 9, President Trump announced he would pause "reciprocal" tariffs on dozens of non-retaliating countries for 90 days while raising duties on China to 125%. Responding to the news, NPC CEO Kam Quarles and industry consultant Matt Lantz jumped on the podcast to discuss the rapidly changing environment around tariffs, how our industry's top export markets are reacting, and some new opportunities they are seeing for reaching new consumers throughout the world. Guests: Matt Lantz, Senior Vice President, Global Access at Bryant Christie, Inc.Kam Quarles, CEO, National Potato CouncilThis podcast is po...2025-04-1025 minEye on Potatoes: A Podcast on All Things PotatoesDietary Guidelines, Federal Nutrition Regulations, and How Growers Could be ImpactedDuring Potato Expo 2025, we sat down to talk about the 2025 Dietary Guidelines for Americans process and the report issued late last year by the DGA Scientific Advisory Committee to understand how the final guidelines could impact the U.S. potato industry. We were joined once again by NPC CEO Kam Quarles and returning guest Beth Johnson from the company Food Directions, which has been working with NPC to ensure that accurate potato makes it into the final version of the guidelines. Guests: Beth Johnson, Founder + Principal, Food DirectionsKam Quarles, CEO, Na...2025-02-2120 min
POWER TalkLeadership Dialogue: David Dickens, DMASA CEOThe Direct Marketing Association of Southern Africa NPC (DMASA) is a proactive leader within a rapidly growing industry that significantly contributes to South Africa's economy. Committed to maintaining high ethical standards, the DMASA adheres to a robust Code of Practice, ensuring full compliance with all laws governing the industry and its practitioners.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2025-02-2042 min
Bruce Singer Podcast# 112 - Minutes hosted by Sue Coueslan, with Guest Bruce SingerWe are doing something different on this podcast. Sue Coueslan is the Host, and Bruce Singer is the guest. Sue is the VP Strategy and Partnerships at Natural Products Canada (NPC). Bruce is the Founder and CEO at Canada CFOs Inc. Our 3 minute discussion is about the relationship with NPC , and why would a business consider a Fractional CFO, and what's involved. Follow Sue on LinkedInFollow NPC on LinkedInWatch the podcast here Website: Canada CFO’s; Bruce on LinkedInCanada CFOs on LinkedIn2025-01-2303 minEye on Potatoes: A Podcast on All Things PotatoesLIVE from Potato Expo: What Can We Expect from a New Administration and Congress?During Potato Expo 2025 in Orlando, Florida, we sat down with NPC CEO Kam Quarles and Randy Russell, President of The Russell Group, to reflect on the outcomes of the 2024 election and forecast how the policies being floated by the incoming Trump Administration and new Congress could impact growers in 2025 and beyond. Guests: Kam Quarles, CEO, National Potato Council Randy Russell, President, The Russell Group This podcast is possible thanks to our presenting sponsor, Syngenta. Delivering solutions to help producers face the potato industry's complex challenges, Syngenta provides growers with unmatched field expertise along with an a...2025-01-1530 minEye on Potatoes: A Podcast on All Things PotatoesNPC's 2024 Wrapped with President Bob MattiveWith 2024 quickly coming to a close, we checked in with National Potato Council President Bob Mattive and NPC CEO Kam Quarles to look back on a busy year for agriculture policy and the organization, and look ahead at the upcoming Potato Expo and Washington Summit. Guests: Bob Mattive, 2024 NPC President and potato grower from Monte Vista, ColoradoKam Quarles, NPC CEOThis podcast is possible thanks to our presenting sponsor, Syngenta. Delivering solutions to help producers face the potato industry's complex challenges, Syngenta provides growers with unmatched field expertise along with an array of effective products. Ex...2024-12-2337 min
Bruce Singer Podcast# 110: 3 Minutes with Shelley KingShelley King is the Founder & CEO at Natural Products Canada (NPC), an organization that supports start-ups, early-stage businesses and Founders, get their products to market (in the better-for-you-and-the-planet space). In our 3 minute discussion, Shelley shares the positive impact NPC has in helping these businesses grow, about their inspiring "Game - Changers Report", the funding opportunities available, and helping improve economic outcomes for Canada in a $ 4 Trillion market opportunity. Watch the podcast hereFollow Shelley on LinkedInFollow NPC on LinkedInSee Game Changers Report here Website: Canada CFO’s; B...2024-11-2103 minEye on Potatoes: A Podcast on All Things Potatoes2024 Election Recap with Randy RussellOne week after the 2024 General Election, there's a lot we know (and even more we don't know) about the prospect for pro-potato and pro-agriculture policy efforts in 2025 and beyond. Calling into the Eye on Potatoes Podcast this week was Randy Russell, President of The Russell Group, and NPC CEO Kam Quarles to talk about the impact of rural voters in the election and what a new Trump Administration and a GOP-controlled Congress could mean for the Farm Bill, ag labor reform, trade opportunities, and other policy priorities. This podcast is possible thanks to our presenting sponsor, Syngenta...2024-11-1235 min
Curiosity with Kristen39. Cecil Plummer, CEO Fastr AI on the importance of DEI & board diversityToday's episode is with Cecil Plummer who I've had the pleasure of knowing for over 15 years. He currently is CEO at Fastr AI, which is an AI startup offering a plug in for recruiting systems. Prior to FastrAI, Cecil was the President and CEO of the Western Regional Minority Supplier Development Council. He won the National Minority Supplier Development Council’s Council of the Year award in 2019, 2021, and 2023. Under his leadership, the organization achieved record-breaking growth for six consecutive years, including a 300% increase in revenue, 5X growth and retention in clients, a 400% increase in profitability, and a 25% growth in co...2024-11-0146 minEye on Potatoes: A Podcast on All Things PotatoesLIVE from Tokyo! NPC Pushes for Access in JapanNPC CEO Kam Quarles and trade consultant Matt Lantz from Bryant Christie, Inc. traveled to Japan this week to advance the industry’s trade priority of gaining market access for U.S. fresh potatoes. The pair called in to report on their meeting with U.S. officials at the U.S. Embassy in Tokyo to urge their support to gain access to the $150 million market. This podcast is possible thanks to our presenting sponsor, Syngenta. Delivering solutions to help producers face the potato industry's complex challenges, Syngenta provides growers with unmatched field expertise along with an array of...2024-10-2533 min
The Digital ExecutiveEmpowering the Future of Global Commerce with Blockchain: A Conversation with CEO Bayo Okusanya | Ep 961Send us a text
In this episode of The Digital Executive, host Brian Thomas sits down with Bayo Okusanya, Founder and CEO of NPC Labs. Bayo shares insights into his entrepreneurial journey, including his experience as a Princeton graduate, venture capitalist, and tech innovator. NPC Labs is at the forefront of using blockchain technology to protect intellectual property, eliminate counterfeit goods, and track real-world assets through its global fulfillment network.
Bayo also discusses his involvement in AVATIST, an AI company that uses interactive AI content to empower learning. Listen in as Bayo explains how blockchain...2024-10-1922 minEye on Potatoes: A Podcast on All Things PotatoesThe ROI of Ag ResearchResearch is a critical tool as we work to feed a growing population here in the U.S. and around the world. During each NPC Washington Summit, the National Potato Council, along with growers and state partners, head to Capitol Hill to educate lawmakers about the importance of funding key research programs. Joining the discussion is NPC CEO Kam Quarles and the state manager from Michigan, Kelly Turner, the Executive Director of the Michigan Potato Industry Commission, to talk about the importance of research and how it is helping America’s potato growers produce more with less. ...2024-10-0436 minEye on Potatoes: A Podcast on All Things PotatoesD.C. Update: Congress is back but big issues loom before Election DayWith portions of the Farm Bill starting to expire and a federal shutdown looming should Congress fail to act by Oct. 1, NPC CEO Kam Quarles called into the Eye on Potatoes podcast to talk about the big issues that need to be addressed before the general election. Also, with representatives from USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) scheduled to host plant health technical bilateral meetings with their Japanese counterparts in Idaho Falls, Kam talks about how he and others from the U.S. potato industry are pushing to finally open Japan's market for U.S...2024-09-1218 min
TED Talks DailySunday Pick: Could your new best friend be an AI-powered NPC? | The TED AI ShowEach Sunday, TED shares an episode of another podcast we think you'll love, handpicked for you… by us. Today we're sharing a special episode of The TED AI Show, our newest podcast about the technology that's changing our lives.Non Player Characters --NPCs for short-- have always been a huge part of what makes video games engaging, from Cortana in Halo to Navi in The Legend of Zelda. But interactions with NPCs were always limited to a pre-written script. Until now. Purnendu Mukherjee is the CEO of Convai, a platform that enables developers to create NPCs with hu...2024-09-0831 min
The Astonishing Healthcare PodcastAH032 - Prescription Rebates: Agreements, Guarantees, and More, with NPC's John O'Brien, PharmD, MPH, and Julie Patterson, PharmD, PhDIn this episode of the Astonishing Healthcare podcast, we dive into the National Pharmaceutical Council's recent employer survey on rebates and rebate guarantees published in the AJMC, Prescription Rebate Guarantees: Employer Insights ((7/19/24). NPC CEO John O'Brien, PharmD, MPH, and Senior Research Director Julie Patterson, PharmD, PhD joined Capital Rx's Co-Founder and CEO AJ Loiacono in the studio for the discussion, which covered everything from how and why rebates have become so important to employers and traditional PBMs and what "pass-through" means to "the spreadsheet" and the difficulty in comparing traditional and more modern PBMs and how rebates impact a...2024-08-2332 minEye on Potatoes: A Podcast on All Things PotatoesPreviewing the upcoming U.S./Japan bilateral on fresh potato accessJapan is a significant market for U.S. processed potatoes, but as we’ve discussed a few times on this program, no U.S. fresh potatoes are allowed in Japan. The U.S. potato industry has been seeking approval to ship U.S. fresh potatoes into this significant market for over 20 years but the Japanese government continues to drag its heels. However, on Sept. 16, USDA and their counterparts in Japan are taking part in a bilateral meeting in Idaho Falls to discuss this issue. NPC CEO Kam Quarles and Sam Eaton Vice President of Legal & Gove...2024-08-1931 min
Training DataGitHub CEO Thomas Dohmke on Building Copilot, and the the Future of Software DevelopmentGithHub invented collaborative coding and in the process changed how open source projects, startups and eventually enterprises write code. GitHub Copilot is the first blockbuster product built on top of OpenAI’s GPT models. It now accounts for more than 40 percent of GitHub revenue growth for an annual revenue run rate of $2 billion. Copilot itself is already a larger business than all of GitHub was when Microsoft acquired it in 2018.We talk to CEO Thomas Dohmke about how a small team at GitHub built on top of GPT-3 and quickly created a product that de...2024-08-061h 07
The BioCentury ShowEp. 64 - NPC CEO John O’Brien: Why America Needs an Honest Conversation About Drug PricingIgnorance about the path from scientific discovery to approved drugs, high out-of-pocket costs, and a byzantine healthcare system that obscures net prices while inflating list prices have fueled policies that threaten biomedical progress, John O’Brien, CEO of think tank National Pharmaceutical Council, told BioCentury.In an interview with The BioCentury Show's Steve Usdin, O’Brien, who led efforts to reduce drug prices as an HHS official during the Trump administration, said that whoever wins the White House in November will step into a political atmosphere that is hostile to biopharma companies. While it is difficult to predict what...2024-07-1133 min
Agriculture of AmericaAOA Monday 7-1-2024On Monday's AOA, we start the show with a look at the markets as Barchart Senior Market Analyst, Darin Newsom, shares his belief as to why the end of June USDA Reports shouldn't matter to the market trade. In Segment Two, we take a look at the weather forecast for the 4th of July week ahead with DTN Meteorologist John Baranick. Next up in Segment Three, we recap the National Potato Council summer meeting, discuss Farm Bill prospects and ag labor with NPC CEO, Kam Quarles. Finally in Segment Four, more layoffs at John Deere and the Supreme Court decision...2024-07-0152 min
YesUsers PodcastSeason 01 Ep #9 | From Code to Console: Insights with Zatun’s CEO, Abhinav Chokhavatia Part 2A Word About Our Sponsor: We have a special thank you to give to our sponsor, AI Monitor.
AI Monitor is doing some truly groundbreaking work in the world of AI content, and we're incredibly grateful for their support of the podcast. They're providing essential tools that help brands like yours monitor how their content is appearing and performing on cutting-edge platforms like ChatGPT and Google AI Overview.
You know, with the rise of these generative AI engines, it's becoming more critical than ever to understand how your brand is represented. AI Monitor is at...2024-06-1021 minEye on Potatoes: A Podcast on All Things PotatoesDC Update: Farm Bill Clears House Ag CommitteeNPC CEO Kam Quarles joined Eye on Potatoes podcast host Lane Nordlund to discuss the House version of the 2024 Farm Bill, which was passed by the House Agriculture Committee in the early hours of Friday morning, and NPC’s efforts to urge Congress to finalize a bipartisan bill by the end of the year. This podcast is possible thanks to our presenting sponsor, Syngenta. Delivering solutions to help producers face the potato industry's complex challenges, Syngenta provides growers with unmatched field expertise along with an array of effective products. Explore syngenta-us.com/spud-doctor to discover solutions for yo...2024-05-2424 min
The Web3 Gamer#27 - Transforming Gaming Today: How 'Today the Game' Leverages AI for Unmatched Storytelling in Web3 Gaming with CEO Michael O'ConnorIn this episode of The Web3 Gamer, we talk with Michael O'Connor, a Nintendo and SEGA games veteran who has led product teams on games with a combined $800 million in revenue. His credits include Football Manager, Donkey Kong Country, Super Smash Brothers, and Yoshi's Woolly World. He is also the director of the Cannes and Annecy-winning interactive VR experience, ‘Glimpse’. Michael lives in Lisbon.Michael is the co-founder of TODAY, a next-generation social simulation game that combines generative AI with Hollywood-caliber storytelling to create a dynamic and ever-changing experience for players. In TODAY’s dreamy universe, players build...2024-05-191h 02
Spawn On Me with Kahlief Adams: A Video Game PodcastWE TALK TO THE HEAD OF CONVAI AI ABOUT THE FUTURE OF NPC'SIn this episode, we talk to Convai CEO, Purnendu Mukherjee about the amazing technology they are building to make our interactions with NPC's more robust and human-like. We also dig into how Helldivers 2 is getting review-bombed due to Sony's new PC linking practice.
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The Nonprofit BookkeeperThe Dynamic Role of a Chief Operating Officer: Insights from Sarah Broad, COO of NPCIn this episode, I speak to Sarah Broad, the COO of NPC, a charity think tank. We discuss the dynamic role of a charity COO, the challenges of juggling multiple responsibilities and the need for a strong support network. We also delve into importance of the CEO- COO relationship and Sarah emphasizes the value of attitude and constant learning in finance roles and offers tips for acknowledging the work of support teams.KEY TAKEAWAYSBuilding a strong support network is essential for COOs, including peers in similar roles and professionals from different backgrounds.The relationship between...2024-04-3036 minEye on Potatoes: A Podcast on All Things PotatoesD.C. Update: Potato Debate Makes The Tonight ShowJust when you thought NPC's efforts to keep potatoes defined as a vegetable couldn't gain more media attention, in comes Jimmy Fallon, who provided a light-hearted overview of the issue in the opening monologue of a recent Tonight Show. NPC CEO Kam Quarles and podcast host Lane Nordlund sat down to talk about NPC's efforts to protect potatoes in the 2025 Dietary Guidelines for Americans, the ongoing negotiations to open Japan's market to U.S. fresh potatoes, and if we can see a Farm Bill passed this year. This podcast is possible thanks to our presenting sponsor, Syngenta. De...2024-04-2622 min
Local Business HacksWill Your Business Succeed or Struggle? With the Co- CEO and Co-Founder of Camp Transformation Center, Alejandra FontAre you a business owner who wishes your business was more successful and that you had a team in place that you could trust? Do you wish your business attracted more customers and generated more revenue? Then this week’s podcast episode is for you. Tune in as Alejandra Font, the Co-CEO and Co-Founder of Camp Transformation Center shares her story and the secrets for business success that she’s learned along the way.
Alejandra Font is the Co-Founder of The Camp Transformation Center. She has almost 20 years of entrepreneurial experience and over a decade of founding The...2024-02-0617 min
NPC Gaming PodcastE22: NPC VIDEO GAME AWARDS EXTRAVAGANZAThe Game Awards may be over but the REAL Game Awards begin right now... NPC style! After some not-so-quick quick bits that cover the last major stories of 2023 we're giving your a HUGE awards extravaganza with hot takes from your hosts!
Who was the most out of touch CEO? Most absurd headline? Oh yeah and Game of the Year?! Check out our nominees, winners, and predictions for 2024 in our last episode of the year! ENJOY2023-12-201h 16
We Are Driven PodcastEp 78 Don't Be an NPC - We Are Driven PodcastNon-playable characters are everywhere around us. Don't become one.Arun "The Driver" Coumar is an automotive entrepreneur, car enthusiast, and motivator, CEO of Driven Automotive Companies. Shop apparel, Join the Driven Network: wearedriven.coWant to watch the video of this podcast as well as episodes of the Driven Diary? Check out our Youtube channel!https://www.youtube.com/@drivendiary/videosFollow us on social media:@arundcoumar@dan_larou2023-11-261h 02
Marketing GeeksChat GPT's CEO Just Got FiredEp 149: So, Sam Altman got fired last night. In the dead of night, news broke that Open AI, the company behind Chat GPT, had fired their CEO. Get the latest on this breaking story and key theories to explain what's really going on as only the Marketing Geeks can tell you.
Buckle your seatbelts because things are about to get crazy!
Also, if you're curious about the Unreal Engine powered video game where you can talk to NPC characters powered by ChatGPT, you can get access to that game...2023-11-1933 minEye on Potatoes: A Podcast on All Things PotatoesCounting Down to Austin: Potato Expo 2024 Preview!Potato growers and industry partners from around the world will descend on the Austin Convention Center, Jan. 10-11, for Potato Expo 2024, which will tap into all things Texas, with barbeque, music, culture, and a heavy dose of potatoes.Hosted annually by the National Potato Council, Potato Expo is the largest conference and trade show for the potato industry in North America, bringing together U.S. and international growers, suppliers, industry experts, and value chain partners all under one roof. Kam Quarles, NPC CEO, and Hollee Alexander, NPC VP of Industry Relations & Events, called into the...2023-11-1720 min
The Produce Moms PodcastEP284 Advancing Potatoes in the U.S. with Kam Quarles, CEO of the National Potato CouncilPotatoes have become a culinary cornerstone in the American diet, gracing our tables in various forms, from crispy fries to creamy mashed goodness. However, the journey from field to fork involves a complex network of farmers, policymakers, and industry leaders working together to ensure a thriving potato industry. We had the privilege of sitting down with Kam Quarles, CEO of the National Potato Council (NPC) to shed light on the efforts and initiatives aimed at advancing potatoes in the United States.2023-11-1532 min
NPCNPC (2x04):Castlevania: Nocturno, Separate Ways, Cyberpunk 2077 2.0 y la marcha de Jim RyanEn este cuarto capítulo del programa conducido por los podcaster más prescindibles del medio os ofreceremos nuestra opinión sincera de la nueva serie Castlevania: Nocturno, recientemente aterrizada en Netflix.
A continuación os dejaremos con unas extensas impresiones de dos de los videojuegos del momento: Separate Ways, el DLC de historia para RE4 Remake y Cyberpunk 2077, en su nueva y definitiva versión 2.0
Concluimos con un acalorado debate en el que opinamos acerca de la labor de Jim Ryan como CEO de Sony Playstation. ¿Héroe o villano?
¿Te lo vas a perder?2023-10-111h 42
The Show Up Fitness PodcastHow to get to 10k followers on IG / Tik Tok w/ Social Media Expert Dani Coco | Program for a bikini competitor NPCSend us a text if you want to be on the Podcast & explain why!Are you ready to transform your fitness career with the power of social media? We promise you'll walk away from this episode with a wealth of techniques and strategies, thanks to our guest, the social media maestro herself, Danny Cohen, aka Danny Coco. We peel back the layers of the fitness and social media worlds, addressing everything from designing effective workout programs for bikini competitors to leveraging platforms for industry growth.We don't just scratch the surface; we dig deep into...2023-09-151h 05
The Bunnings Trade Rugby RunNPC 2023 Auckland v Waikato at Bell Park | Auckland Rugby CEO Jarrod Bear on Mornings with Ian Smith (14/9/23)Auckland Rugby CEO Jarrod Bear joins the show to talk Bunnings NPC rugby, taking their next match v Waikato to Bell Park, future of Auckland Rugby at Eden Park, crowd numbers, solutions, state of the game & more Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2023-09-1313 minEye on Potatoes: A Podcast on All Things PotatoesDefending Potatoes in the 2025 Dietary Guidelines for Americans ProcessThis week we chatted about the formulation of the 2025 Dietary Guidelines for Americans (DGA) and how the U.S. potato industry is working to ensure that the positive facts about potato nutrition are heard by those creating the guidelines.We were joined by NPC CEO Kam Quarles who submitted testimony to the Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee, which is charged with reviewing the current body of nutrition science and developing a scientific report for HHS and USDA to consider as it writes the 2025 DGAs. We were also joined by Beth Johnson, who has spent over 25 years...2023-09-0848 min
Unimpressed PodcastSiavash Fashi CEO & Founder of SixPax Gym | How to Build a Successful Small Gym Siavash Fashi is an entrepreneur, bodybuilder, CEO, and founder of SixPax Gym. Siavash overcame incredible adversity to become the successful entrepreneur he is today. He escaped his home country of Iran, where bodybuilding was illegal, to pursue his dream of becoming a bodybuilder in California. Now an expert in losing body fat and gaining muscle, he helps clients change their lifestyles, workout effectively, and achieve consistent, long-term results. With 25 years of bodybuilding experience, he has owned his gym and trained clients for over a decade and now teaches other trainers and entrepreneurs how to open a small but lucrative...2023-06-1535 min
此话当真AI+游戏：涌现、失控与灵魂付费1980年，经典游戏《吃豆人》（Pacman）发布。在游戏中，AI被用来控制四个不同颜色的幽灵，它们具有各自独特的行为模式，如追逐、随机移动、尾随等，使幽灵看起来像是具有自主思维和策略性。随着技术的不断发展，游戏中的AI应用变得更加复杂和先进。1990年代的游戏如《星际争霸》和《魂斗罗》开始采用更复杂的敌人AI，使敌人能够学习和适应玩家的战术，提高游戏的挑战性。进入21世纪，随着计算能力和算法的提升，AI在游戏中的应用进一步扩展。现代游戏中的NPC（非玩家角色）具有更加智能和真实的行为模式，能够模拟人类的情感、交互和决策过程。这个不断扩展的领域正让我们目睹AI与游戏融合的惊人创新。这次，我们邀请到了真格基金投资经理孙宇光、身梦科技 CEO 张哲川 Nick 以及头部游戏工作室 AI 负责人Rolan一起聊聊 AI 对游戏行业的颠覆。张哲川 Nick 曾在世界排名第一的纽约大学游戏设计专业读书，并于在校期间制作了知名游戏《双子》，以与其他游戏不同的视觉效果以及情感体验，获得了世界独立游戏界顶级大奖IndieCade和IGF的决赛圈提名，是全球畅销的游戏作品，Nick后任职于腾讯Next并担任制作人，制作《疑案追声》系列作品，现创立身梦科技，一家致力于使用新技术探索游戏玩法的研发公司。第二位嘉宾 Rolan 是NLP 的科班出身，曾任某大厂 AI 中台的研究员，后技术转型做强化学习，给游戏内部 bot 和 NPC 提供表现和决策层面的智能升级，目前在国内头部游戏大厂子工作室担任 AI 负责人兼 AI 专项技术策划，主攻 agent AI 方向。在本期节目，你将听到：什么是游戏中的涌现？AI技术如何改变游戏制作的过程？AI对游戏的商业化带来了哪些影响？有可能出现AI原生的游戏引擎吗？【主持人】孙宇光 真格基金投资经理【嘉宾】张哲川Nick 身梦科技CEO 、Rolan 头部游戏工作室AI负责人【时间轴】03:00 《塞尔达传说：王国之泪》太现象级了04:28 什么是游戏中的“涌现”09:21 AI 降低了游戏的生产门槛13:06 如何理解游戏世界中的“Agent”21:33 AI 如何影响游戏程序的开发过程27:05 并不是任何一个游戏加了 AI 都是加分项33:52 AI 会根据你的能力实时生成不同难度的游戏关卡36:56 AIGC 会导致所有的内容价值降低2023-06-121h 18
Confessions of a Bikini ProKARENE RICHARDS-WISE; CEO of Your Life, Godly Marriage, Mathematics, Business & Finance BuildingToday I speak with IFBB Pro Karene Richards-Wise, a health coach, pro athlete, board member, finance chair and inspirational speaker with 18 years experience in Investment Banking. She is also the former CEO of the Association for Women in Science. After her mom died at age 48 from breast cancer, she decided to live her life differently and practice better self care. After her own health scare, Karene hired a health coach and achieved an incredible physique transformation. In 2019 Karene was named one of the 100 Most Influential People of African Descent under 40 by the United Nations. She currently serves on the...2023-05-051h 27Eye on Potatoes: A Podcast on All Things PotatoesAn update on Mexico and other potato trade effortsThe full Mexican market for fresh U.S. potatoes was finally opened in the Spring of 2022, culminating a decades-long effort to tap into that massive market. Since then, Potatoes USA has been working with its team in-country to build that market. At the same time, the National Potato Council has been working with Administration and Congressional leaders to ensure the boarder remains open for U.S. shipments. During Potato Expo 2023, we sat down with Kim Breshears, Chief Marketing Officer of Potatoes USA, Kam Quarles, CEO of NPC, and Matt Lantz, Vice President of Global Access at Bryant Ch...2023-04-1320 minEye on Potatoes: A Podcast on All Things PotatoesPotato Growers Get Ready for the 2023 Washington SummitEach year as the blossoms start their bloom, U.S. potato growers descend on Washington, D.C. to advocate for federal policies that support their farms and businesses. To preview the 2023 Washington Summit (Feb. 27-March 3), NPC CEO Kam Quarles called in to talk about the issues that growers will be taking to their Members of Congress and to Administration officials, as well as the release of a groundbreaking analysis of the economic contributions of the U.S. potato industry. Guest: Kam Quarles, CEO, National Potato CouncilThis podcast is possible thanks to...2023-02-2214 min
Do One Better with Alberto Lidji in Philanthropy, Sustainability and Social EntrepreneurshipCEO of New Philanthropy Capital (NPC), Dan Corry, on the impact agendaOn this episode, Dan Corry sheds light on the work of New Philanthropy Capital (NPC) and we explore the impact agenda from a range of angles, including:
(1) How does the impact agenda relate to trust-based philanthropy?
(2) Is impact measurement is too top-down?
(3) Are randomised control trials (RCTs) preferable to quicker, more iterative alternatives?
(4) Is there enough risk-taking in philanthropy and what can policymakers do to incentivise it?
Thank you for downloading this episode of the Do One Better Podcast. Visit our Knowledge Hub at Lidji.org for information on nea...2022-11-2838 minEye on Potatoes: A Podcast on All Things PotatoesMidterm Election Recap with The Russell Group's Tyson Redpath and Jessica SchulkenAs the final ballots are still being tallied, control of both the U.S. Senate and House remain hanging in the balance. To help make sense of it all, Beltway-insiders from government relations firm The Russell Group join us to learn more about what the midterm results could mean for the potato industry. NPC policy and political advisors Tyson Redpath and Jessica Schulken from The Russell Group join NPC CEO Kam Quarles for a discussion on how a potentially split Congress could shape the agriculture policy landscape for the next two years. This podcast is p...2022-11-1136 min
Living with CancerEpisode 17 - Andrew Oberholzer - Managing Director: The Health Society of South Africa Head of The Men’s Health Association CEO: The Prostate Cancer FoundationAn interview with Andrew Oberholzer, The Prostate Cancer Foundation NPC which was established in 2005 as a non-profit-company. Andrew shares how this foundations aim is to minimise the impact that prostate cancer has on South African men and their families. They do this by providing forums for:
Healthcare professionals, who diagnose, treat and research prostate cancer on a daily basis through our Medical and Scientific Advisory Board
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SENZ Extra TimeNorthland Rugby CEO Cam Bell - 05/10/22Cam Bell joined the show to talk about Northland hosting Rugby World Cup matches, and the Taniwha reaching the quarter-finals in the NPC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2022-10-0512 min
CommsDay Live#83 Telstra CEO Andy Penn on the cyber threat environment, Optus’ Gladys Berejiklian on bush telecomsIn this edition we play the highlights of Telstra CEO Andy Penn's NPC address on cybersecurity and what Optus' Gladys Berejiklian said at the Daily Telegraph Bush Summit in Griffith.
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Dropping BombsCristy Code. Why You Need to Change Your Lifestyle . Episode 503 with The Real Brad Lea (TRBL)Cristy “CodeRed” Nickel, author of “The Code Red Revolution,” is a speaker, #2 world-ranked boxer (retired), celebrity nutritionist, award-winning personal trainer, and elite-level athlete. She created a nutrition program that enables people to lose 10% of their body weight per month without shakes, diet pills, diet foods, or exercise. Cristy has been in the health and fitness industry since 1994. While studying Exercise Science at the University of Memphis, Cristy competed in 3 NPC Figure competitions, placing in the top 5 at each show. The success of her show in 2003 propelled her to New York City to train top celebrities, business tycoons, models and professi...2022-08-2249 minEye on Potatoes: A Podcast on All Things PotatoesNPC’s Opposition to Government Climate OverreachEarlier this year, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) issued a proposed greenhouse gas disclosure rule that would require publicly traded companies to disclose the carbon emissions of every entity up and down their supply chain. This week, NPC CEO Kam Quarles joined the podcast to talk about how that disclosure overreach would place an overwhelming burden on food producers who supply publicly traded processors, restaurants, and retailers. Additionally, Kam provides a recap of NPC’s successful 2022 Summer Meeting in Nashville, which brought together 150+ potato industry members for a week of fun and discussions about the future of...2022-07-0120 minEye on Potatoes: A Podcast on All Things PotatoesMexico and Farm Bill Updates and Preview of the NPC 2022 Summer MeetingNational Potato Council CEO Kam Quarles calls in from the swamp to update growers on key trade and policy issues moving in Washington, D.C. Plus Kam previews the organization's 2022 Summer Meeting, June 16-17 in Nashville, which will bring together potato growers from across the country to reconnect in person and kick off the council's next fiscal year. The Eye on Potatoes Podcast is made possible by our presenting sponsor, Syngenta. Delivering solutions to help producers face the potato industry’s complex challenges, Syngenta provides growers with unmatched field expertise along with an array of effective products. Expl...2022-06-1021 minEye on Potatoes: A Podcast on All Things PotatoesBREAKING: U.S. Fresh Potatoes Cross into MexicoFor the first time in 25 years, U.S. fresh potatoes crossed into Mexico on May 11 destined for markets beyond the previous 26-kilometer restricted area. The news signaled the start of Mexico’s process to restore full market access for U.S. potatoes after decades of disputes and legal obstructions. NPC CEO Kam Quarles joined the podcast to talk about the unwavering, bipartisan support from Capitol Hill, USDA, and USTR required to restore U.S. fresh potato access, and the work moving forward to ensure the border remains open.The Eye on Potatoes Podcast is made po...2022-05-1332 min
AiArthritis Voices 360 Talk ShowEpisode 72 The Myth of Average: Time for ChangeJoin Tiffany and Deb, both persons living with AiArthritis diseases, then Tiffany and John O'Brien, CEO of the National Pharmaceuticals Council, as they put the topic of importance of innovation & treatment access in research and public policy 'on the table'. Learn how YOU can join efforts to impact change!
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In this two segment episode, first join AiArthritis team - T...2022-04-031h 13
Dad the ManTODD ABRAMS - Founder/CEO of Icon MealsTodd Abrams is the CEO and founder of Icon Meals, which is one of the largest ready-to-eat prepared mean and high-protein snack providers in the United States. He is also the founder DadBod Inc, which is a passion project where Todd has a global vision of holding all dads to the highest standards and not allowing any dads to settle for less than their best. Todd got into fitness and bodybuilding after his hockey career, and since then he has competed in man NPC Men's Physique Shows and won his pro-card back in 2012. Prior to Icon Meals, Todd founded...2022-03-2248 min
People Inspired By Purpose - Purposely Podcast#72 Downing Street to key voice of the charity sector, Dan Corry CEO New Philanthropy CapitalDan Corry, CEO of London based New Philanthropy Capital (NPC) joined Purposely Podcast to share his leadership story. NPC is a successful and respected charity think tank, launched 20 years ago by partners of Goldman Sachs. They wanted to shake up and disrupt the sector by focusing on impact measurement and accountability grading.
Dan became Chief Executive of NPC in 2011 following a variety of posts in public policy and economics, ‘I feel like everything I did prior was preparing me to be CEO of NPC’.
Dan was Head of the Number 10 Policy Unit and Senior Adviser to the Prime Minister Gordon Brown (20...2022-02-0944 minEye on Potatoes: A Podcast on All Things PotatoesSigned Operational Work Plan Signals Positive Momentum for Mexico Fresh Market AccessOn Nov. 6, Mexico's National Service for Agricultural Health, Food Safety, and Agri-Quality (SENASICA) published the Phytosanitary Requirement Sheet for U.S. potato imports to the entirety of Mexico. NPC CEO Kam Quarles and Potatoes USA Chief Marketing Officer John Toaspern joined the podcast to announce another important step that was taken to fully reopen the market for U.S. fresh potatoes: an operational work plan that was signed by Mexico and the United States. 2021-11-2224 minEye on Potatoes: A Podcast on All Things PotatoesFinishing Strong: 2021 President Dominic LaJoie on NPC's Fall Policy EffortsWith the NPC Executive Committee together this week for their first in-person meeting in D.C. since February 2020, President and Maine potato grower Dominic LaJoie joined CEO Kam Quarles for an update on the organization's end-of-year policy activities and previews of the Potato Expo 2022 and NPC Washington Summit. 2021-10-2826 min
The Mentor's Lounge5: Kola Olugbodi - There is at least 7 solutions to every problem that comes to youIn this explosive no-holds-barred interview with the CEO of Background Check International (BCI), Mr kola Olugbodi shares deep insights about his #entrepreneurial journey and how he was able to create an industry that was nonexistent and has grown to become a global brand today. Kola Olugbodi was born in the city of Lagos, and he attended Atunda-Olu School for the Handicaps for his primary education from 1971-76. For his secondary school education, he started from Baptist Academy, Obanikoro-Lagos in 1977 but concluded at Ede Baptist High School, Ede, Osun State in 1983. Kola gained admission into the Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife in...2021-10-031h 16
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Crumpets & KeroseneEpisode 47: Fighting the Complete NPCDownload us on: Apple Podcast, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Pandora, Stitcher, Deezer, CastBox, Chrome Moblie, Pocket CastFollow us on Twitter: @DnD_crumpetsInstagram: @crumpetsandkeroseneFacebook page: Crumpets and KeroseneFacebook Group: Crumpets & Kerosene podcastYouTube: Crumpets and KeroseneEmail: crumpetsandkerosene@gmail.comPatreon https://www.patreon.com/CandKSimplecast: https://crumpets-kerosene.simplecast.com Visit our website: www.crumpetsandkerosene.comCastDM is Kelly Williams Instagram: @infantry_kitchenJason is...2021-08-251h 20Eye on Potatoes: A Podcast on All Things PotatoesThe State of the Industry Mid-Year ReportNPC 2021 President and Maine potato grower Dominic Lajoie and NPC CEO Kam Quarles sat down with us to preview next week's Summer Meeting Virtual and update the industry on a number of policy development that have occurred since the Annual Meeting in February, including: NPC’s efforts over the pandemic to secure $350 million for growers to offset foodservice disruptions; Ongoing negotiations between the U.S. and Mexico to reinstate access to U.S. fresh potatoes; and, The latest efforts on Capitol Hill to address comprehensive immigration reform, including ag labor reform. For information about or to register for NP...2021-07-2331 min
The LIFE WORKS Podcast - Lessons From the Trenches of Life & BusinessEpisode 057: Be Prepared for Anything with Mary Beth Simon, CEO, Niche Partner Consulting (The LIFE WORKS Podcast, Hosted by Mark Botros)
There is a 100% probability that you and I are going to face death one day. Our mortality is a fact we don’t like to face, and often do little to prepare for until it’s too late. In fact, caring.com did a study in 2021 and found that 67% of American adults don’t even have a will.
Mary Beth Simon was preparing to retire from a 31 year career at Vanguard when her friend, Sue was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. Sue asked Mary Beth to help her husband navigate the beneficiary process if she didn’t surviv...2021-07-0735 min
Connecting with PurposeA conversation with Steve Tew, former CEO of the All BlacksKeynotes from episode 2: a conversation with Steve Tew1:20 Magic Moments: Crusaders win NPC pivotal moment; Named to host RWC in NZ; Respect & Inclusion Program7:45: Culture and Environment of Caring & definition of purpose10:55: how do you view purpose as an enabler of high performance15:00 Embracing the “dark place” to sustain high performance and success16:45 What does winning mean to you 19:50 Supporting athlete (employee) well-being - better people are better athletes24:00 Walk the talk yourself27:20 Responsibilities of a coach and translation to workplace, including celebrating succe...2021-06-0839 minEye on Potatoes: A Podcast on All Things PotatoesMexico Overturns Ban on Fresh U.S. Potatoes!After years of delay, on April 28, Mexico's Supreme Court unanimously ruled to overturn a lower court decision that prevented the Mexican federal government from implementing regulations to allow for the importation of fresh U.S. potatoes throughout the country. The ruling, cheered by the U.S. potato industry and its supporters in the U.S. federal government, marks the end of a decade-long legal process that began when Mexico’s potato industry sued its government to prevent competition from imports.NPC Vice President of Trade Affairs Jared Balcom and NPC CEO Kam Quarles call in to celebrate th...2021-04-3014 minEye on Potatoes: A Podcast on All Things PotatoesD.C. Update: Leadership Summit, Academic Scholarship, and Political Interference in MexicoNational Potato Council COO Mike Wenkel calls in to talk about the upcoming Leadership Institute Alumni Summit, to be held July 13-15, which will virtually bring together graduates of the Potato Industry Leadership Institute to network, refresh skills, and learn new techniques to better position themselves for success in the potato industry. Also Mike discusses Potato LEAF's 2021-22 Academic Scholarship, which will provide one $10,000 scholarship to honor a graduate student (Master’s degree or higher) working to conduct research and provide information that will improve the future of the U.S. potato industry. Learn more about both op...2021-04-1927 min
Maximum Roll EntertainmentEpisode 37: Talking with Daniel about The Complete NPCHost: Kelly Williams Twitter: @KW_Steel_Rain Instagram: @infantry_kitchen Facebook: Williams, Kelly Follow us on Twitter: @RollMaximumInstagram: @maximum_roll_entertainment_llcFacebook: Maximum Roll Entertainment LLC.Email:maximumrollentertainment@gmail.com Gust: chiversdaniel (Daniel Chivers)published works on DMsGuild https://www.dmsguild.com/browse.php?author=Daniel%20Chiverswriter: FOUR100AND4Instagram: @chiversdanielEmail:dan_chivers@yahoo.com Facebook: Facebook GroupsWriter Portfolio: https://www.clippings.me/users/lawsofchaos...2021-04-0258 minEye on Potatoes: A Podcast on All Things PotatoesThe Deteriorating U.S.-Mexico Ag Trade RelationshipThis week, the National Potato Council and 26 leading food and agriculture associations sent a letter to USDA Secretary Thomas Vilsack and U.S. Trade Representative Katherine Tai communicating growing concerns over the rapid deterioration of the U.S.-Mexico trade relationship. The letter calls attention to alarming recent developments with regard to the food and agriculture trade relationship with Mexico -- including the ongoing ban on the full importation of U.S. fresh potatoes -- and urges action to address these challenges. Eye on Potatoes welcomes Michael Anderson, Vice President of Trade and Industry Affairs for the C...2021-03-2540 minEye on Potatoes: A Podcast on All Things PotatoesPriorities of 2021 President Dominic LaJoie and Review of the Potato D.C. Fly-InDominic LaJoie of Van Buren, Maine was elected to serve as National Potato Council's 2021 President and to head the grower-led organization’s Executive Committee. Dominic is a fourth-generation potato grower and partner of LaJoie Growers LLC, which operates throughout Aroostook County, Maine. He previously served the NPC Board as First Vice President and Vice President of the Environmental Affairs Committee. Dominic joined NPC CEO Kam Quarles to talk about the council's policy priorities for this session of Congress and provide an update about the first-ever virtual Potato D.C. Fly-In. Thanks to our episode sponsor Agro...2021-03-0822 minEye on Potatoes: A Podcast on All Things PotatoesReflections on an Unusual Year with Outgoing NPC President Britt RaybouldAs U.S. potato grower prepare to gather (virtually) for the 2021 National Potato Council Annual Meeting, Feb. 22-25, we sat down with 2020 NPC President Britt Raybould to discuss some of the ups and downs of the past year, including the industry's unprecedented efforts in D.C. to support family farmers during the COVID-19 pandemic. Raybould serves as chief financial officer of Raybould Brothers Farm in Rexburg, Idaho. She previously served the NPC board as First Vice President and Vice President of the Legislative and Government Affairs Committee. She was the third generation of the Raybould family to s...2021-02-1636 minEye on Potatoes: A Podcast on All Things PotatoesAg Labor Solutions – Is 2021 the Year Congress Delivers?During Potato Expo 2021, Craig Regelbrugge, Senior Vice President of AmericanHort, joined NPC CEO Kam Quarles for a discussion about how the new political dynamics could impact the ability to pass bipartisan ag labor reform. Regelbrugge says the problem is the middle has largely fallen out of our politics, and the agriculture community must find enough supporters in Congress to come together as we did in 2019-2020.Plus, as the teams at USDA and the House and Senate Agriculture Committees begin to take shape, Kam calls in to provide a Washington update and previews some of the issues...2021-01-2745 minEye on Potatoes: A Podcast on All Things PotatoesLooking back on COVID relief efforts and waking up to a new WashingtonHundreds of millions of dollars in pandemic relief. Historic federal potato purchases. Categorizing agriculture as essential. It's hard to keep track of everything that's happened in 2020 so during January's Potato Expo 2021, we brought together some of the specialty crop industry's leading advocates to look back at a year we'll never forget and look ahead to finding a new path forward with the new Congress and Biden Administration.Plus NPC CEO Kam Quarles calls in with a D.C. update on last week's violence on Capitol Hill and previews how NPC is building relationships with the incoming administration...2021-01-1257 minEye on Potatoes: A Podcast on All Things PotatoesPotato Expo Preview: Roy Spence and the Power of PurposeBack by popular demand, Roy Spence is returning to Potato Expo! Roy is the co-founder & chairman of GSD&M, and co-founder & CEO of The Purpose Institute, which helps organizations discover, articulate, and bring to life their deeper purpose in the world. He calls into the podcast to give us a preview of his session kicking off the first-ever virtual Potato Expo 2021, Jan. 5-7. Learn more at potato-expo.com. PLUS, NPC CEO Kam Quarles provides insight into the new $900 billion COVID-19 relief package just announced by Congress, which includes a new round of aid to a wi...2020-12-2133 min
Career CurvesOpening the Door with Tiffany NewhouseHow do you gain the experience and skills you need to go out on your own as a consultant? In this episode, Tiffany Newhouse, CEO of Newhouse Project Consulting, takes us through her path to consulting which had plenty of curves, including a key decision to leave law school to pursue a career more aligned with her interests and passions. Throughout her journey, Tiffany gained experience and skills across a variety of industries and sectors, which prepared her to start and lead her highly successful consulting firm working with companies and organizations on transformational change initiatives. This episode is...2020-11-0543 minEye on Potatoes: A Podcast on All Things Potatoes2020 Trade Victories and Potato Expo UpdateThough 2020 has been a challenging year for potato growers and the entire country, the year saw a number of significant trade victories, with markets expanded in Mexico, Canada, Japan, China, and with other trade partners. Since 20% of the U.S. potato crop is currently destined for foreign consumers, trade is a priority for U.S. growers and the entire potato industry. Joining the podcast is Jared Balcom, NPC Vice President for Trade Affairs and Washington State potato grower, and Matt Lantz, Vice President, Global Access, Bryant Christie Inc., to talk about the recent...2020-10-3050 minEye on Potatoes: A Podcast on All Things PotatoesDC Avoids a Shutdown (for now) and Sends Aid to GrowersWith less than a month before Election Day, NPC CEO Kam Quarles calls in to discuss how potato growers are accessing $14 billion in aid available through USDA's new CFAP 2 program and the latest Congressional efforts to fund the government until early December. Kam also provides an update on Potato Expo 2021, currently scheduled for January 6-7 as an in-person and online hybrid event and NPC's Annual Meeting, moved to coincide with February's Potato D.C. Fly-In. 2020-10-0917 min
The Glow Boss PodcastNathan Chase Plummer: The Journey of Embracing the Identity of a Gay ManCourtney has an open conversation with her close friend, Nathan Chase Plummer. Nathan is a published author, entrepreneur, NPC athlete, creator of the YouTube Cooking Channel Look Great Naked Cooking Show, and also just happens to be gay. Nate talks about his experience coming out to his parents at the age of 30 and what it's like to be openly gay in a primarily conservative area. He gives tactical advice to anyone wanting to come out but doesn't know how as well as insight on how we can best support our LGBTQ+ loved ones. Instagram: ...2020-09-2949 minEye on Potatoes: A Podcast on All Things PotatoesBreaking News: NPC Reacts to CFAP 2On Friday, Sept. 18, the National Potato Council welcomed the announcement that USDA will implement an expansion of the Coronavirus Food Assistance Program -- CFAP 2 -- which will provide an additional $14 billion for agricultural producers who continue to face market disruptions and associated costs due to the government-imposed food service disruptions in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. NPC CEO Kam Quarles calls in from DC to react to the breaking news and to thank USDA for taking this additional step toward relief for the members of the potato industry who have experienced significant economic hardships in 2020.2020-09-1814 minEye on Potatoes: A Podcast on All Things PotatoesAvocados for Potatoes – The 20-Year Fight for Fresh Potato Access to MexicoOver the past 20 years, NPC and the U.S. potato industry have been working to allow full access to U.S. fresh potatoes to be sold throughout Mexico. On Aug. 18, three U.S. Senators called on U.S. trade negotiators to use the new authority found in the USMCA to increase pressure on Mexico to honor its commitment to allow access to U.S. fresh potatoes. NPC CEO Kam Quarles joined the podcast to discuss this long-simmering issue, which could amount to over $100 million annually, benefiting U.S. potato growers and Mexican consumers alike. Due to...2020-08-2617 min
Just Meee!Amanda Hamilton - From redundancy to CEO...a just and inspirational mentor...Amanda has been Chief Executive of NALP (National Association of Licensed Paralegals) and also CEO of NPC (National Paralegal College) since 2008. NALP is the voluntary regulatory professional body for paralegals and an Ofqual Awarding organisation. Ofqual is the Government body that accredits nationally recognised qualifications in England. Through its Centres, nationally and internationally,(of which NPC is one) NALP offers nationally recognised Paralegal Qualifications.Amanda has been involved with the Paralegal Sector for nearly 25 years, firstly as a legal tutor and trainer, and subsequently, teaching Law and Legal Procedure at every level. She is absolutely passionate about...2020-08-1131 minEye on Potatoes: A Podcast on All Things PotatoesFocusing on the Future by Investing in Agronomy ResearchRecognizing the need to continue to advance potato production practices, the U.S. potato industry is engaged is a wide spectrum of research encompassing the development of new varieties, soil health, and pest management. At Potato Expo 2020, we sat down with some of the industry's leading researchers and specialists for a discussion on the current research and where future efforts need to focus.Plus, NPC CEO Kam Quarles calls in to provide an update on USDA's decision to revise the payment rates for the Coronavirus Food Assistance Program (CFAP), which previously prevented potato growers from receiving equitable...2020-07-1742 minEye on Potatoes: A Podcast on All Things PotatoesState of the Industry and COVID-19 ResponseAs part of NPC’s 2020 Summer Meeting VIRTUAL on June 25, NPC President Britt Raybould, CEO Kam Quarles, and COO Mike Wenkel presented the “State of the Industry and COVID-19 Response” to update growers and industry supporters on actions taken on the federal level to support the industry during these unprecedented times.The “State of the Industry” also included reports by Mark Klompien, CEO of United Potato Growers of America, Matt Lantz, Vice President of Global Access, Bryant Christie Inc., Blair Richardson, CEO of Potatoes USA, and John Toaspern, Chief Marketing Officer of Potatoes USA.2020-06-2946 min
Eye on Potatoes: A Podcast on All Things PotatoesPotato LEAF and Developing Tomorrow's LeadersThe Potato Leadership, Education, and Advancement Foundation (LEAF) is a new 501(c)3 organization dedicated to providing the tools, training, and support necessary to develop growers and industry members as leaders. Joining the podcast is Shelley Olsen of LJ Olsen, Inc. in Othello, Wash., and Chair of Potato LEAF to talk about how the industry is coming together to grow leaders who will thrive in the competitive global marketplace of the future.Plus, NPC CEO Kam Quarles provides an update on NPC's efforts to support growers as the nation works to recover from the COVID-19 crisis. 2020-06-1919 minEye on Potatoes: A Podcast on All Things PotatoesU.S. Rep. Mike Simpson on Congressional Relief for Family FarmsAs potato growers continue to reel from the COVID-19 pandemic fallout, Congressman Mike Simpson and the entire Idaho Congressional delegation are championing policy solutions to support the nation's struggling potato industry. Congressman Simpson joins the podcast to discuss the role Congress needs to play as the industry works to dig out from a 1.5 billion pound oversupply of 2019 potatoes stuck in the supply chain and seeks meaningful direct payment relief to keep family farms in business. Also, National Potato Council CEO Kam Quarles calls in from D.C. to discuss the $300 million in additional potato purchases the industry n...2020-05-2929 minEye on Potatoes: A Podcast on All Things PotatoesCOVID-19 and its Impact on the Potato IndustryNPC CEO Kam Quarles and Eye on Potatoes host Lane Nordlund sit down to discuss the latest on COVID-19, its impact on the potato industry, the government response, and how NPC and its state partners are supporting growers in this unprecedented time. 2020-04-2926 minEye on Potatoes: A Podcast on All Things PotatoesGrowers Invade D.C. to Stand Up For PotatoesFamed political commentator Charlie Cook joins the podcast prior to his Potato D.C. Fly-In remarks to talk about importance of direct advocacy for membership-based organizations like NPC, and to look into his crystal ball to forecast Super Tuesday and the 2020 race for the Democratic Party’s nomination for president.NPC President Britt Raybould and Vice President of Legislative and Governmental Affairs RJ Andrus sit down to talk about the role of growers and allied industry partners in advocating for policy priorities that could impact family farms for decades. Finally, NPC CEO Kam Quarles looks bac...2020-02-2843 min