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Xceptional Leaders with Mai Ling Chan & James BergesADA Compliance and Accessibility with Peter FischerMai Ling has an insightful conversation with Peter Fischer, the Accessibility Compliance Guru at Arizona State University in today’s episode. As the owner of an Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) consulting firm for almost 20 years, Peter was the perfect choice to help the Xceptional Leaders team to commemorate the anniversary of this important legislation. Peter shares a brief history and overview of what the ADA is, talks about the challenges of retrofitting a university campus for accessibility, and how his own experience with rheumatoid arthritis shaped his work. 2024-07-2944 min
Xceptional Leaders with Mai Ling Chan & James BergesDe-Stigmatizing Stuttering & Business Growth Tips with Maya ChupkovToday’s guest on the podcast is fellow podcaster, Maya Chupkov. Maya is the Executive Director, Producer and Host of Proud Stutter, an award winning and multi-nominated podcast and advocacy nonprofit organization that is de-stigmatizing stuttering and embracing speech diversity. She speaks with James about her story of growing up with a stutter, what prompted her to launch the podcast, and how her PR experience has benefitted what she’s doing now. This conversation is full of tips that you can apply to your own disability-focused business today.2024-01-2939 min
Xceptional Leaders with Mai Ling Chan & James BergesThe Best of 2023 Disability Leadership with Mai Ling Chan & James BergesDon’t miss the final episode of the Xceptional Leaders podcast for 2023! Our hosts, Mai Ling and James, share some valuable information as they look back over this past year. They talk about the strides that were made in the area of disability in 2023, highlights from some of this year’s guests, and success stories from around the world. They also share some areas that still need improvement as well as a look at what’s coming down the road too. Join us for this special wrap-up of 2023!2023-12-0425 min
Carlsbad: People, Purpose and ImpactEp. 81 Xceptional People Bring Xponential Results - Meet TalentXponentialAndria Taylor, CEO and Chief Talent Officer of TalentXponential, gets into the real nitty-gritty of company culture: how to cultivate it, how to nurture your people and how to see real, tangible, positive outcomes as a result. Company culture is not just about free snacks and a ping-pong table, but rather about creating an environment where employees feel valued, supported, and motivated to do their best work. It’s about understanding the underlying beliefs, values, and behaviors that drive the organization's actions and decisions. When dealt with properly, company culture leads to increased productivity, employee retention, and ult...2023-05-0224 min
Bx PodcastBx Networking Podcast S02E01: Update with Matt AldertonThe Bx Podcast is Back for Season 2, with some xCiting new features that will be announced in this recording! Firstly, we welcome our xceptional podcast host Ryan Fowler, from Orion Media, a longtime Bx member and a passionate entrepreneur who focuses on the connection between people and content. Aptly joining Ryan to kick-off the new season is Matt Alderton, CEO & Founder of Bx. Together, they xplore the value of Bx and uncover something somewhat surprising! Matt xposes how you can leverage your membership to generate six figures plus return in your business. And shares insights into what is next...2022-12-1334 min
Xceptional Leaders with Mai Ling Chan & James Berges2022 Spotlight on Disability-Focused Businesses and Online AccessibilityFor our Xceptional Leaders 2022 finale episode, Mai Ling and James share some thoughts and observations on the new National Disability Institute report, Small Business Ownership by People with Disabilities: Challenges and Opportunities. They also share some highlights from past podcast guests that pertain to some of the points addressed in the NDI report. We think you’ll enjoy this part retrospective, part state-of-the-industry discussion as we cap off the year and look forward to 2023.2022-12-1225 min
Xceptional Leaders with Mai Ling Chan & James BergesAAC and Speech Therapy Perspectives with Rachel MadelWe’re excited to bring this week’s guest to you today. Rachel Madel joins James for an insightful discussion from her wealth of experience. Rachel is a speech-language pathologist, AAC specialist, podcast host, and international presenter who shares about the value of networking and building relationships, her mantra “inspire don’t require”, some of her approaches to speech therapy, thoughts on Gestalt Language Processing, and her experiences as an entrepreneur in this engaging conversation. Tune in and get your notepad ready!2022-10-2441 min
Xceptional Leaders with Mai Ling Chan & James BergesEmpowering Teens with ADHD Through Digital Tools with Bryan DinnerBryan Dinner is our guest for this episode of Xceptional Leaders. He is the CEO and founder of Clarifi, the desktop app that assists teens with ADHD and attention challenges with completing online homework. Bryan talks with James about his personal experience with ADHD, what led him to found the company, and his process for developing a minimum viable product (MVP). This discussion is a great case study on building a business around a digital product and doing it the right way.2022-09-1236 min
Xceptional Leaders with Mai Ling Chan & James BergesRedirecting Your Life and Career with Mattie Murrey-TegelsOur guest today is the founder of FreshSLP and host of The Missing Link for SLPs podcast, Mattie Murrey-Tegels. Mattie chats with James about how to reinvent yourself and your career, the value and importance of self-care, and the difference between burnout and just being tired. In addition to this value-packed interview, Mai Ling and James share some updates from their own journeys. This episode is one you don’t want to miss!2022-06-0646 min
Xceptional Leaders with Mai Ling Chan & James BergesGetting to Know Our New Xceptional Leaders Co-host, James BergesIn our first episode of 2022, we kick off Season 4 of the show with a new co-host! James Berges joins the Xceptional Leaders podcast for the first time, so Mai Ling takes this opportunity to introduce him to you. James is a speech-language pathologist and copywriter who uses his diverse skillset to support and enable SLPs and other clinicians as they work toward their individual goals. Through his SLP Transitions project, he also assists SLPs who are looking to expand their horizons by providing information, tools, and case studies to facilitate their journey. We’re thrilled to have him on th...2022-02-2825 min
Xceptional Leaders with Mai Ling Chan & James BergesNeurodiversity and ADHD in Adult Life with Anna PriceIn this final episode for 2021, Martyn and Mai Ling bring you up to speed with all that’s going on in their respective worlds and share about what’s in store for the show in the future. Martyn then shares his conversation with strategic marketing expert and podcaster, Anna Price. Anna talks about what it’s like living with ADHD, the experience of being diagnosed as an adult, and how she’s used it as a tool to build a career in marketing. She also talks about the unique skills that neurodiverse people possess and the value they can bring to...2021-10-1833 min
Xceptional Leaders with Mai Ling Chan & James BergesListening to the AAC User’s Voice with Chris KleinMai Ling kicks off this edition of the show with a few updates for the Xceptional Leaders community and then she introduces this episode’s guest, Chris Klein. As the vice president of Impact Voices and a writer and speaker about AAC communication, Chris is equipping the next generation of AAC users with insights on AAC communication and other things that relate to overcoming the barriers of a disability. As an AAC user himself, he is passionate about making sure that the voices of the users are being heard and that they are involved in the conversations around this te...2021-10-0431 min
Xceptional Leaders with Mai Ling Chan & James BergesLive Entertainment Events Made Accessible for All with Austin WhitneyAttending live events can be stressful and challenging for people with disabilities so that’s why we’re so excited about what today’s guest is doing! Today Mai Ling chats with Austin Whitney, an accessibility consultant for event producers, about how event planners can make their events accessible to everyone. Through his various organizations, Austin is working to make more events accessible, educate folks with special needs about how to attend and enjoy live entertainment, and a whole lot more. As a wheelchair user himself, Austin is using his lived experiences to make a huge difference in the world of fes...2021-09-2027 min
Xceptional Leaders with Mai Ling Chan & James BergesAccessible Sports and Outdoor Adventures with Isaac HarveyMai Ling and Martyn kick off this episode with a chat about disability and health related awareness days and how to everage them. Mai Ling also shares an update on the next book in the Xceptional Leaders series. Then Martyn shares an interview with Isaac Harvey. He is the president of Wheels and Wheelchairs, an organization which pairs up wheelchair users with roller skaters to experience fun outdoor adventures together. Isaac talks about his story as a wheelchair user, how he first got involved with Wheels and Wheelchairs, and some of the other projects he’s working on.2021-09-0639 min
Success Illustrated4 "E"xceptional Secrets Entrepreneurs Know and Do!Spencer and Mark have a gift for helping individuals “increase their capacity” and to maximize their potential. They each command thousands of dollars per hour in speaking and consulting fees from startups to Fortune 500 companies. Now, whether you’re just thinking about starting your own business or an actual seasoned business owner, you can benefit because there’s something for everyone in the Success Illustrated podcast.2021-09-051h 16
Xceptional Leaders with Mai Ling Chan & James BergesFrom Retail Worker to Disability Online Influencer with Gem HubbardToday Mai Ling and Martyn take a few minutes to celebrate 100 episodes of the show before introducing our guest. Martyn brings us a great conversation with YouTuber and Instagrammer, Gem Hubbard. Gem talks about her journey of being disabled as a child, the dark times after becoming disabled, and how she was able to persevere. She also recounts how she went from working a retail job to launching into the world of social media and becoming an online content creator and disability influencer through her Instagram and YouTube outlets.2021-08-2343 min
Xceptional Leaders with Mai Ling Chan & James BergesNeurodiversity and Invisible Disabilities as Superpowers with Steven WoodgateOur guest today is Steven Woodgate. Steven chats with Martyn about his personal experiences with dyslexia and how he turned those challenges into his superpowers. He also shares about using his unique perspective on problem solving in the business world, using technology advancements to your advantage, and overcoming obstacles as a neurodiverse person.2021-08-0939 min
Xceptional Leaders with Mai Ling Chan & James BergesLeisure and Intimacy in Interabled Relationships with Charlie Randell and Georgina TwelftreeCharlie Randell and Georgina Twelftree are a couple in an interabled relationship and in this conversation with Martyn they open up about the challenges they face with accessibility and overcoming misconceptions and stereotypes. Charlie has cerebral palsy and depends on mobility aids to get around and they have decided to share their experiences and candid, real-life situations to help educate and inform others who are in similar situations. Through their blog, YouTube videos, and social media content, Charlie and Gina are sharing valuable information with the world.2021-07-2637 min
Xceptional Leaders with Mai Ling Chan & James BergesGiving a Damn About Accessibility with Sheri Byrne-HaberMartyn and Mai Ling are back with another great episode and they share some important updates at the top of the broadcast. Then Mai Ling has an insightful conversation with speaker, blogger, and business consultant Sheri Byrne-Haber. As a subject matter expert in the fields of disability and accessibility, Sheri is a prominent and sought-after voice in the disability community. Using her knowledge and personal experience, Sheri consults with Fortune 200 companies and government agencies and she shares some of her wisdom and information for those working in the disability space.2021-07-1237 min
Xceptional Leaders with Mai Ling Chan & James BergesImmersive Technologies and the Disability Community with Liz HymanIn this episode, Mai Ling talks with CEO of the XR Association (XRA), Elizabeth Hyman, about the benefits of using immersive technology in ways to empower persons with disabilities. XRA is the trade association representing the technology manufacturers that power the virtual, augmented, and mixed reality industries. Elizabeth helps to define the terminology and explain the work XRA is doing to integrate these powerful technologies in innovative ways by creating industry best practices and working directly with developers. This conversation is full of information on this exciting emerging technology.2021-06-2832 min
Xceptional Leaders with Mai Ling Chan & James BergesAn Inside Look at The Disability Union with George BakerOur guest this episode is the founder of The Disability Union in the United Kingdom, George Baker. George founded the first union by and for disabled people and carers because he believes that “the only way to further disability rights and increase inclusion is for all disabled people to work together and support each other.” He shares with Martyn the impetus for the union, how it operates, and the benefit it brings to members.2021-06-1438 min
Xceptional Leaders with Mai Ling Chan & James BergesTalking Trans and Gender Nonconforming Community with Ruchi KapilaAfter a few episode hiatus, Martyn is back to share what he’s been up to the past few weeks. Mai Ling also shares some updates before welcoming this week’s guest, Ruchi Kapila. Ruchi is a Bay Area-based speech-language pathologist, vocologist, presenter, and soprano with experience in acute care and acute rehabilitation hospital settings. They provide gender affirmative voice services privately and is licensed in California and Texas. Ruchi is also co-creator/co-host of the podcast The Hyndsyte Project, an interview series with BIPOC Trans and Gender Nonconforming activists.2021-05-3132 min
Xceptional Leaders with Mai Ling Chan & James BergesDeep Diving into Research for Speech-Language Pathology with Meredith HaroldOur Xceptional Leader guest today is the founder of The Informed SLP, Meredith Harold. Mai Ling Chan chats with the fellow SLP about her path to creating the business, juggling motherhood and her career, and where things are today. Meredith also serves on multiple boards and committees in the SLP field and is a co-host of the Evidence & Argument podcast which explores the science of speech–language pathology. You don’t want to miss this conversation on the inner workings of a successful business.2021-05-1733 min
The Not So Scientific MethodDiscussion on Apple Products with Fabian from Chaminger PodcastWe're back to the usual grind this week and we're talking to Fabian Chagoya from the Chaminger: Becoming Xceptional Podcast! We go into Fabian's personal journey to becoming an Apple stan and explore more in depth some reasons why people love Apple (and why that might not be such a bad thing). So make sure your iPhone, Apple Watch, and your AirPods are charged so you won't miss a second of this conversation.Chaminger website: https://chaminger.com/2021-05-0455 min
Xceptional Leaders with Mai Ling Chan & James BergesBeing Henry: Augmented Reality Experience with Sarah Berkovich and Henry EvansMartyn and Mai Ling bring our regular updates today and then in our interview segment we welcome special guests Sarah Berkovich, Henry Evans, and Henry’s wife Jane. Sarah is a filmmaker who made a VR film about Henry and his life as a quadriplegic and how he uses augmented reality technology to enrich his life every day. Mai Ling talks with them about the making of the film, how Henry integrates tech into his life, and what effect it all has on his wife and family. Listen to the end for some bonus audio!2021-05-0333 min
Xceptional Leaders with Mai Ling Chan & James BergesCreating a Support Community for Parents of Autistic Children with Rob GorskiOur featured guest for today’s episode is blogger and podcaster Rob Gorski, The Autism Dad. Rob has built an online community for families with autistic kids starting with his blog over a decade ago. He chats with Mai Ling about the origins of his online efforts, specific struggles he’s faced with his own kids, and some of the challenges that come along with sharing such personal information in a public forum.2021-04-1939 min
Xceptional Leaders with Mai Ling Chan & James BergesAutism is Only Part of the Story with Jackson and Ken RobolMai Ling and Martyn bring us up to date with all that is going in with their respective efforts in the disability space, including the release of the new book, Becoming an Exceptional AAC Leader. Then Mai Ling chats with guests Jackson and Ken Robol about how Jackson is building his skills as a broadcaster in spite of his autism. In the middle of the pandemic, Jackson, a high school student, launched a live-streamed interview show and has had celebrity guests from a variety of arenas. Don’t miss this inspiring personal story!2021-04-0527 min
Xceptional Leaders with Mai Ling Chan & James BergesUtilizing Language to Communicate on a Deeper Level with Lateef McLeodWriter, poet, and podcaster Lateef McLeod joins the show for this episode to talk about communicating with the written word as a person with a disability. As an AAC user, Lateef has a unique life experience and perspective to share with our community. In addition to his own writing projects, he is also a contributor to the upcoming Xceptional Leaders book and he discusses what that process was like with Mai Ling Chan as well.2021-03-2221 min
Xceptional Leaders with Mai Ling Chan & James BergesSelling a Disability-Focused Business with Mai Ling Chan and Martyn SibleyOur hosts, Mai Ling and Martyn, decide to give the guests a break and just share some valuable information with you from their personal entrepreneurial experiences. So in this episode they talk all about exit strategies. You’ll learn about some of the various types of exits, tips on how to navigate the process of selling your business, and why it’s important to set yourself up for a successful exit from the outset.2021-03-0830 min
Xceptional Leaders with Mai Ling Chan & James BergesHow Google is Addressing Accessibility and Inclusion with Kyndra LoCocoWe are happy to be joined on the show today by Kyndra LoCoco. She is the Accessibility Partner Programs Manager at Google and she chats with Martyn about her work in the disability community. Kyndra shares her background, her journey to becoming a googler, and her personal connection to the disability community. They also touch on topics such as how Google addresses accessibility in their products, verbiage changes in the community and much more.2021-02-2241 min
Xceptional Leaders with Mai Ling Chan & James BergesManaging Online Communities in the Disability Space with Deborah JaffeDeborah Jaffe is our guest today and she joins the program to talk about the two disability focused Facebook groups of which she is the creator and admin. She talks with Mai Ling about how the groups got started and the steps required to manage them and keep engagement alive. Deborah also shares how she filters through news stories, helpful info, tips, etc. to find what is applicable to the members of the groups. This information is valuable to anyone looking to build a community in the disability space.2021-02-0833 min
Xceptional Leaders with Mai Ling Chan & James BergesSustaining Your Business Despite Adversity with Josh WintersgillWe’re joined today by entrepreneur, Josh Wintersgill. He is the founder of Able Move and creator of the easyTravelseat, an amazing product which makes it easier for wheelchair users to move from their chair to airline seats. Josh shares with Martyn about some of the highs and lows since launching his business, he talks about pivoting and diversification in product offerings, and how the pandemic has pushed his team to innovate.2021-01-2543 min
Xceptional Leaders with Mai Ling Chan & James BergesAffordable Robotics for Accessibility with Harout MarkarianIn our first episode of 2021, we start off with a fantastic conversation with entrepreneur Harout Markarian. Harout is an author as well as the founder and CEO of Markarian Robotics. Mai Ling chats with him about his vision for creating efficient and affordable products for the mobility challenged using robotics. Harout’s goal is to make life accessible for all through this new company and he’s sharing this message via his book and podcast too.2021-01-1132 min
Xceptional Leaders with Mai Ling Chan & James BergesYear End Special with Mai Ling and MartynIn this final episode of 2020, Mai Ling and Martyn take a few minutes to share some thoughts on the past year. They also also share a few thoughts on networking and then chat a bit about holiday plans. We hope you enjoy this fun, short, wrap-up episode of the show.2020-12-1408 min
Xceptional Leaders with Mai Ling Chan & James BergesThe Origins of Accessible Technology with Alan BrightmanToday’s featured interview is an insightful conversation with Alan Brightman. Alan is a former executive of both Apple and Yahoo where he was a pioneer in the field of assistive technology. He talks with Mai Ling about the early days of developing accessible technology, the hurdles and challenges they had to overcome, and laying the foundation for the tools available today. This is a fascinating interview packed with information and insights.2020-11-3051 min
Xceptional Leaders with Mai Ling Chan & James BergesAdaptive Clothing and Hidden Disabilities with Victoria JenkinsToday we’re sharing an important discussion about hidden disabilities with our guest Victoria Jenkins. She is a designer, garment technologist, and the creative director and founder of Unhidden Clothing. Martyn talks with her about the challenges of living with a disability that is not visually obvious as well as her work designing and altering clothing to make them suitable and comfortable for people with disabilities.2020-11-1639 min
Xceptional Leaders with Mai Ling Chan & James BergesSpotlighting Lived Experiences From a Kids Perspective With Mathew KlicksteinToday’s guest is prolific storyteller Mathew Klickstein. Mathew is a writer, speaker, and filmmaker; just to name a few. He talks with Mai Ling about his work with the Kids of Widney High, a group of young adults with developmental disabilities who formed a touring rock band. These experiences inspired Mathew to write the YA book titled, The Kids of Widney Junior High Take Over the World!, which imagines what the real-life kids might have experienced in Junior High.2020-11-0234 min
Xceptional Leaders with Mai Ling Chan & James BergesFinding Your Voice Through Augmentative and Alternative Communication with Lydia DawleyToday Mai Ling sits down for a chat with Lydia Dawley, CEO of AAC consultation agency Click. Speak. Connect. Lydia has Mixed Cerebral Palsy, is a wheelchair user, and an AAC user so she brings her unique experiences and perspectives to the table. Listen in as she shares her journey and her passion for helping others with AAC devices reach their fullest potential in communication.2020-10-1916 min
Xceptional Leaders with Mai Ling Chan & James BergesVirtual Occupational Therapy with Georgia VineIn this episode, Mai Ling and Martyn share a few updates with you and then Martyn sits down with occupational therapy student and disability blogger, Georgia Vine, for a conversation. Georgia shares some experiences with living with cerebral palsy, why she chose to enter the field of occupational therapy, and about her blog, NotSoTerriblePalsy.com. Becoming an Exceptional Leader book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0578736845/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_86QEFbT27QNKK2020-10-0545 min
Xceptional Leaders with Mai Ling Chan & James BergesUnique Disability Industry LinkedIn Profiles with Rebecca OkamotoCommunication consultant, Rebecca Okamoto, the self-described “20 word person”, is our guest today. Rebecca works with clients to confidently and clearly market their businesses in as few as 20 words. She worked with both Martyn and Mai Ling to upgrade their LinkedIn profiles and she walks through her process in this interview and explains how vital it is that your profile educates your audience. This is a great conversation that is full of valuable information for every professional regardless of industry.2020-09-2130 min
Xceptional Leaders with Mai Ling Chan & James BergesDiscovering and Nurturing Hidden Autism Talents with Swathi ChettipallyToday Mai Ling and Martyn share some updates on what has been keeping them busy lately and then they follow that with a wonderful interview with Swathi Chettipally. Mai Ling talks with Swathi about her experiences as a mother of an adult daughter with autism. Swathi shares some very heartfelt stories of the struggles and triumphs their family has faced. She also gives encouragement to other parents of children with challenges. This inspirational conversation is one that you don’t want to miss.2020-09-0732 min
Xceptional Leaders with Mai Ling Chan & James BergesValuing People with Disabilities as Consumers and Employees with Shani DhandaIn the featured guest chair on the show this week is disability equality advocate, Shani Dhanda. Shani is the founder of the Diversability Card, a LinkedIn Changemaker, and a #WorkWithMe Ambassador at Virgin Media. Shani chats with Martyn about the spending power in the disability community that some businesses fail to appreciate. She also talks about the value of inclusion and diversity in the workplace and having a level playing field for all job applicants. Don’t miss this energizing and inspiring conversation with this exceptional leader.2020-08-2452 min
Xceptional Leaders with Mai Ling Chan & James BergesStudents Flourishing in Virtual AAC Classroom with Kate AhernThis is an exciting episode of the show today! Mai Ling and Martyn announce that the new book, Becoming An Exceptional Leader, is now available on Kindle! Additionally, Mai Ling shares a great conversation with educational specialist Kate Ahern. Kate talks about her personal experience with designing and sharing academically-focused group augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) online classes. You don’t want to miss this information-packed interview.2020-08-1048 min
Xceptional Leaders with Mai Ling Chan & James BergesEvidence Based Design for Inclusive Home Products with Ed WarnerEd Warner is our featured Xceptional Leader today. Ed is the CEO and cofounder of Motionspot, a UK-based company offering products for people with disabilities that are designed with both form and function in mind. Martyn talks with Ed about how Motionspot began and how the company got to where it is since the founding in 2012. Ed’s passion for designing equipment that has all the necessary features to make them usable but are also stylish and aesthetically pleasing comes through in this in-depth conversation.2020-07-2753 min
Xceptional Leaders with Mai Ling Chan & James BergesLeading Black Women with Disabilities with Zakiya MaberyToday’s featured guest is Zakiya Mabery, Founder and CEO of B. Global Diversity & Inclusion Strategic Planning. Mai Ling chats with Zakiya about the issues that are precisely what her organization specializes in; diversity and inclusion. She also talks about how vital networking has been to her career and the challenges she faces living with multiple disabilities herself. Listen in for this story of perseverance from this inspiring businesswoman and author.2020-07-1326 min
unKEMPtHow Mike Tozer gets Xceptional results for people with autismMike Tozer, founder and CEO of Xceptional, explains how he was inspired by his sister to create a start-up that specialises in career services for autistic professionals.
It’s raw, it’s real, it’s unKEMPt – a podcast for founders, investors and entrepreneurs hosted by Queensland Chief Entrepreneur Leanne Kemp, the founder and CEO of Everledger.
This week, Leanne talks to Mike Tozer, the founder and CEO of Xceptional (https://xceptional.io/), about how his sister’s struggle with employment led him to create a company that recognises, celebrates and harnesses the unique strengths of people with autism.
Mik...2020-07-1300 min
Xceptional Leaders with Mai Ling Chan & James BergesStartup Funding and Employment Opportunities for Disabled People with Hardeep RaiIn this jam-packed episode of the show, Mai Ling and Martyn share a conversation between Martyn and co-founder and CEO of the Kaleidoscope Group (Kg), Hardeep Rai. Through the various organizations that make up Kg, Hardeep and his teams offer a variety of services, tools, and resources for entrepreneurs with disabilities or someone who has a startup in the disability sector. Listen in as Hardeep shares some highlights from his story and how Kg can potentially support your business venture.2020-06-2954 min
Xceptional Leaders with Mai Ling Chan & James BergesOnline Entrepreneurship That Makes a Difference with Mark EshoIn today’s episode, Martyn and Mai Ling talk about the things going on in the world right now and how they relate to the disability community. Also, Martyn interviews internet entrepreneur Mark Esho, to learn about his successful businesses and how they started. Mark also shares some insight into his newest project, an app for rating businesses on accessibility found at accessrating.com. And lastly, Mark gives us three tips for aspiring entrepreneurs.2020-06-1534 min
Xceptional Leaders with Mai Ling Chan & James BergesSpeech Therapy Apps are Back with Barbara FernandesWe’re joined on the show today by speech-language pathologist and founder of Smarty Ears Apps, Barbara Fernandes to talk about the recent resurgence in use of tablet apps in therapy sessions. Barbara shares how these apps are valuable tools that can have great results. She also talks about how important parental involvement can be when working with children. This is a very informative conversation that you don’t want to miss.2020-06-0130 min
Xceptional Leaders with Mai Ling Chan & James BergesThe Gift of Adversity with Henry FraserMai Ling and Marty share what’s been happening in their respective worlds and how things have been different during the current pandemic. Then Martyn takes the mic to have a conversation with visual artist, speaker, and bestselling author Henry Fraser. Henry shares the story of the accident which disabled him and how he overcame the odds and learned to make something beautiful from the tragedy. He talks about how his speaking led to a book deal, some of the writing challenges he’s faced, and his newly released book, The Power In You.2020-05-1835 min
Xceptional Leaders with Mai Ling Chan & James BergesAccommodating Restrooms for ALL People with Christina AbernethyOur guest on this edition of the show is Christina Abernethy. Christina is an author and advocate for people with disabilities. She talks with Mai Ling about her experiences as a mother of a child with autism, her work heading the Pennsylvania chapter of Changing Spaces, and as the creator of the Love Hope & Autism website. Christina also shares about her passion for encouraging public venues to offer accommodating restrooms with changing tables for all ages, not just toddlers.2020-05-0435 min
Xceptional Leaders with Mai Ling Chan & James BergesSpotlighting Uniqueness with Kendra GottslebenOur guest on this edition of the show is author Kendra Gottsleben. Kendra has a rare disorder known as MPS VI and is a wheelchair user, yet she has not allowed this to prevent her from doing incredible things. She is not only an author but also a speaker and disability advocate. Listen in as she shares her story of becoming a published author and gives her tips to help you achieve your goals.2020-03-2335 min
Xceptional Leaders with Mai Ling Chan & James BergesOpening a Special Coffee Shop (Part 2) with Karin YorkMai Ling checks back in with Karin York to get an update on her progress with opening a coffee shop designed to employ people with special needs. Karin was our guest back in April of 2019 to share about the first steps in this journey. Now she brings us up to date on some of the challenges she’s dealt with since then and how things are going now that the shop is open for business.2020-03-0942 min
Xceptional Leaders with Mai Ling Chan & James BergesInclusivity for Disabled Actors in Film and TV with David ProudActor, writer, and director David Proud joins the show today to chat with Martyn about disabled actors in the media. As a wheelchair user, David brings his unique perspectives to this topic. He talks about the importance of media to culture in general, why he feels more disabled actors should be cast in prominent projects, and shares some of his personal experiences in the acting industry in the UK.2020-02-2445 min
Xceptional Leaders with Mai Ling Chan & James BergesDating and Intimacy for Persons with Disabilities with Jennie WilliamsWe are celebrating the month of love in this episode with our guest Jennie Williams, CEO of Enhance the UK. Martyn chats with Jennie on the topics of dating and intimacy for people with disabilities and the unique challenges that they face in the pursuit of romantic relationships. Jennie has tackled these subjects in her leadership role at Enhance the UK and she shares her thoughts, experiences, and observations on the issues in this very frank and open discussion.2020-02-1031 min
Xceptional Leaders with Mai Ling Chan & James BergesAuthor Writes 15 Books AFTER Her Stroke with Chou HallegraToday, Mai Ling and Martyn chat briefly about Martyn’s World Changers Academy launch and their current book project. Then Mai Ling shares a conversation with author and stroke survivor, Chou Hallegra. Chou is the founder of Grace & Hope Consulting, LLC and she talks about her life as a single mother of children with multiple challenges, the story of her stroke recovery, and how she came to write numerous books in just a few years. She also shares 3 tips for the listener who wants to write a book. Don’t miss this inspiring story of overcoming challenges.2020-01-2733 min
Xceptional Leaders with Mai Ling Chan & James BergesBuilding a Global Business Around Solving a Problem with Rob SmithMartyn takes the helm in this episode and shares a conversation with internationally competitive wheelchair racer, Rob Smith. In addition to his racing, Rob is also the creator of Active Hands gripping aids, a line of products designed to assist people with disabilities or injuries that affect their ability to grip. Martyn asks Rob about his personal story that led to the creation of Active Hands, Rob walks us through his process of product development and how he moved from a personal solution to a global business.2020-01-1330 min
Xceptional Leaders with Mai Ling Chan & James BergesXPN Holiday Show 2019The Xceptional Podcast Network hosts came together to record a fun holiday show for you! Matt Hott, co-founder and co-host of the Speech Science podcast leads this fun group through a little show info, 2020 goals, and lots of laughs.2019-12-3046 min
Talking With Tech AAC PodcastXPN Holiday Episode 2019This week, we are happy to share the Xceptional Podcast Network’s 2019 Holiday Episode!
To start off the episode, Mai Ling Chan of the Xceptional Leaders podcast talks about working with her new co-host, Martyn Sibley, and her new book “Becoming an Xceptional Leader.” Brandon Seigel talks about getting started with his new podcast, the Private Practice Survival Guide. Chris and Rachel (aka “Crachel”) share about being busy with lots of presentations and clients. Matt Hott talks briefly about the upcoming 100th episode of the Speech Science podcast and his son’s love of Lego games. After these introduct...2019-12-2542 min
Private Practice Survival GuideXPN Holiday Show 2019Send us a textThe Xceptional Podcast Network hosts came together to record a fun holiday show for you! Matt Hott, co-founder and co-host of the Speech Science podcast leads this fun group through a little show info, 2020 goals, and lots of laughs.Welcome to Private Practice Survival Guide Podcast hosted by Brandon Seigel! Brandon Seigel, President of Wellness Works Management Partners, is an internationally known private practice consultant with over fifteen years of executive leadership experience. Seigel's book "The Private Practice Survival Guide" takes private practice entrepreneurs on a journey to unlocking key strategies for surviving―an...2019-12-2444 min
Xceptional Leaders with Mai Ling Chan & James BergesMonetize Your Blog: 3 Speech Therapists Share Their StoriesWe return once again with Mai Ling and the Xceptional Podcast Network team to the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association national convention. In this episode, Mai shares some great conversations that she recorded with ASHA19 attendees who write blogs in the SLP space. Featured today are Hallie Sherman, Kristin Cummings, and Whitney Smith.2019-12-1630 min
Xceptional Leaders with Mai Ling Chan & James BergesSpeech Therapists Create Podcasts to Educate, Support, and Connect!Mai Ling and the Xceptional Podcast Network team have once again taken their recording gear to the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association national convention. In this episode, Mai shares some great conversations with ASHA19 attendees who are producing podcasts in the SLP space. Featured today are Michelle Dawson, Erin Forward, Ayelet Marinovich, Kelly Kleinhans, Ruchi Gadodia, Maria Kotsonis, and Deborah Brooks.2019-12-0244 min
Xceptional Leaders with Mai Ling Chan & James BergesAn Innovative Approach to Designing Adaptive Clothing with Samanta BullockOur guest today is wheelchair model Samanta Bullock. Martyn interviews this amazing inclusivity advocate turned fashion designer about her efforts to make adaptive clothing that meets the needs of those who need accommodations but also fits well for those who are able-bodied. Samanta talks about why she started on this journey, shares some of her biggest challenges, and expresses why she feels it important to have both able-bodied and disabled people model the same ensemble in the marketing of her fashion line called SB. Mentioned in This Show Samanta Bullock https://samantabullock.com/ 2019-11-1832 min
Xceptional Leaders with Mai Ling Chan & James BergesInclusion in the World of Acting with Danny WoodburnActor and comedian Danny Woodburn is our guest today on the show. In addition to his acting work, Woodburn is a disability rights activist and serves on the Performers with Disabilities Committee for SAG-AFTRA. He talks with Mai Ling about the importance of inclusion for actors with disabilities, holding the film entertainment industry accountable for making auditions and jobs accessible to everyone, and his one-on-one chat with Bryan Cranston regarding these issues. Don’t miss this insightful and informative conversation with a Hollywood insider.2019-11-0433 min
Xceptional Leaders with Mai Ling Chan & James BergesBuilding a Company around Accessible Accommodation with Srin MadipalliOur new co-host, Martyn takes the lead and interviews his friend and co-founder of Accomable, Srin Madipalli. Accomable was an accessible accommodation website that Martyn and Srin later on sold to Airbnb. Through late-night coding, angel investors, and many trans Atlantic flights; Srin pulled off the impossible. Learn how he managed such a progressive achievement in this insightful and inspiring conversation.2019-10-2138 min
Xceptional Leaders with Mai Ling Chan & James BergesMartyn Sibley Joins the Show: New Format, Same Great InformationThis episode is the first with our new format and new co-host. Martyn Sibley joins Xceptional leaders as our regular co-host so today we spend a few minutes getting to know him. He shares a bit about his background with Disability Horizons and Accomable and then he and Mai Ling tease the new format for the show.2019-10-0714 min
Xceptional Leaders with Mai Ling Chan & James BergesWhy Podcasting? With Mai Ling ChanThis week, our host, Mai Ling Chan, is in the hot seat. The roles are reversed as fellow Xceptional Podcast Network host, Matt Hott of Speech Science takes the mic to interview Mai Ling. She talks with Matt about what prompted her to start this podcast, gives insight into what keeps her going, and shares some news about the future of the show. In addition to all this valuable info, Matt digs into just what makes Mai who she is as a person.2019-09-3053 min
Xceptional Leaders with Mai Ling Chan & James BergesStrong Foundations Build Leadership with Sara SimpsonXceptional Leader Sara Simpson is our guest on this edition. As a person with physical challenges, Sara has nevertheless led a fulfilling life and achieved many goals that are remarkable. She shares about how she has excelled in corporate America with a disability, gives her personal story of hardship and how she turned it into a speaking career, and talks about her special heart for reaching out to children.2019-09-2332 min
Xceptional Leaders with Mai Ling Chan & James BergesAutism Parent Takes Advocacy to the Next Level with Catherine HughesCatherine Hughes, aka The Caffeinated Advocate, is our guest today. She has been advocating on behalf of those with special needs for many years and she brings a wealth of knowledge on the advocacy space to this conversation. Catherine talks about the nitty-gritty of advocacy work, strategies for reaching out to politicians for advocating, and some of the things that drive her in her work.2019-09-1634 min
Xceptional Leaders with Mai Ling Chan & James BergesMom Writes the First Autism Sourcebook with Karen Siff ExkornWe are joined by Karen Siff Exkorn, bestselling author of The Autism Sourcebook: Everything You Need to Know About Diagnosis, Treatment, Coping, and Healing--from a Mother Whose Child Recovered. Karen shares with us why she wrote the book and how she approached the book-writing process. She also gives some tips and encouragement for someone who wants to write a book, and even talks a bit about the controversial topic of autism recovery.2019-09-0932 min
Xceptional Leaders with Mai Ling Chan & James BergesAn Exceptional Teenage Life with Cassidy HuffWe are joined on the show today by the multi-talented, young Cassidy Huff. She is a singer/songwriter, musician, and a voiceover artist for Dreamworks and Amazon. Cassidy has a rare disease which has resulted in her undergoing dozens of surgeries, yet this encouraging teenager is constantly giving back to others in the same condition. You don’t want to miss her sharing her inspiring journey on this episode.2019-09-0235 min
Xceptional Leaders with Mai Ling Chan & James BergesSpecial Speech Therapy Nonprofit with Amanda CharneySpeech-language pathologist, Amanda Charney, is our guest today. Amanda founded Small Steps in Speech, an organization that provides grants to families with children with speech and language disorders who are either not covered or not fully covered by their health insurance. She tells the story of what led to the creation of the nonprofit, shares tips on how to select board members for a nonprofit, and explains the importance of building relationships and partnering with others in your field.2019-08-2631 min
Xceptional Leaders with Mai Ling Chan & James BergesSpecial Education Coaching Online with Catherine WhitcherIEP Coach and international speaker, Catherine Whitcher, is our guest today. Catherine is an expert at helping educators and parents create IEPs that fit their specific needs and she teaches others her methods through online and in-person training. She shares with us about building an online brand, challenges with setting pricing for online resources, and reminds us that not everyone in your niche is a potential client. Don’t miss this informative conversation.2019-08-1933 min
Xceptional Leaders with Mai Ling Chan & James BergesBuilding and Nurturing Life Through Community with Kenny SalviniKenny Salvini is our guest today to share about his journey since a skiing accident made him a quadriplegic as a young adult. After a meeting with other individuals with similar disabilities opened his eyes to the importance of community, Salvini took it upon himself to make the same thing happen for others. He founded the Here and Now Project to meet that need for those in the Pacific Northwest and he shares the story with us today on the show.2019-08-1234 min
Xceptional Leaders with Mai Ling Chan & James BergesIndependence and Universal Design with Todd StabelfeldtEntrepreneur, computing technology expert, and universal design advocate, Todd Stabelfeldt, is our guest today. Todd is a C4 quadriplegic who is passionate about discovering new ways for disabled individuals to gain more independence. He shares the story of the accident which caused his spinal cord injury and talks about gaining as much independence as possible through the assistance of technology. Todd is a business owner and in recent years was a keynote presenter at Apple’s WWDC.2019-08-0536 min
Xceptional Leaders with Mai Ling Chan & James BergesBreaking All Gaming Barriers with Steven SpohnSteven Spohn is our guest today and he began his journey in the world of accessible gaming as a gamer with disabilities himself. He’s now an author and the Chief Operations Officer and Community Outreach Director for the AbleGamers Foundation. Steven shares his thoughts on when “gated communities” for gaming are appropriate, advocates for insurance companies to cover gaming as social therapy, and much more in this engaging conversation.2019-07-2932 min
Xceptional Leaders with Mai Ling Chan & James BergesGame-Based Learning with Steve IsaacsSteve Isaacs joins us today to talk about using gaming in the classroom. He clarifies the difference between gamification and game-based learning, shares his insights as a game design and development teacher, and speaks about his involvement with Minefaire, the #1 Minecraft event in the United States.2019-07-2228 min
Xceptional Leaders with Mai Ling Chan & James BergesSocial Research Related to Neurodiverse Gaming with Dr. Kathryn RinglandDr. Kathryn Ringland joins Mai Ling to share with us how she used the Autcraft Minecraft server as a research environment to learn first-hand how it was benefitting autistic kids. In addition to sharing what she learned from the research project, Kathryn tells how she is using the data she collected and how others can use it as a resource for similar efforts. She also talks about the recent founding of her own non-profit and gives us 3 tips that we can take action on in our own projects.2019-07-1532 min
Xceptional Leaders with Mai Ling Chan & James BergesDad Makes Gaming Safe AND Fun with Stuart DuncanStuart Duncan runs the Minecraft server, Autcraft, and he is with us on the show to share his experiences with us. Autcraft is a Minecraft environment created especially for kids of all ages with autism to play the game in a safe setting. Stuart tells us the origin of the idea for the server, a bit about his background, and the volunteer team he’s put together on the server. He also explains how running Autcraft led to him giving a TEDx Talk and he also talks about his approach to preparing for it.2019-07-0835 min
Xceptional Leaders with Mai Ling Chan & James BergesAdaptive Gaming with Erin HawleyBlogger and gamer Erin Hawley is our guest today. Erin has muscular dystrophy which can inhibit her gaming so she shares with us her strategy for choosing new game titles, the story of how she began working with Microsoft on an adaptive controller for the Xbox, and the origins of her blog, The Geeky Gimp. She also talks about how she overcame her reservations about hosting an audio podcast.2019-07-0135 min
Xceptional Leaders with Mai Ling Chan & James BergesJourney to 10M Non-Profit with Abigail David and Erin NealyAbigail David and Erin Nealy are the co-founders and co-executive directors of Bridgeway Academy in Columbus Ohio and they are our guests on today’s episode. Bridgeway is a non-profit educational institution created to serve children with autism and developmental disabilities. Abigail and Erin talk about the secrets to building a successful partnership, delegating and successful division of duties, and the importance of listening to constructive criticism.2019-06-2437 min
Xceptional Leaders with Mai Ling Chan & James BergesWriting and Producing Disability Focused TV Shows with Peggy LaneOur guest today is television and film actress, Peggy Lane. Peggy is the creator and director of the web TV show, Donna On The Go, which highlights the struggles of a person with disabilities in a comedic way. She talks with Mai Ling about the inspirations for the various issues addressed in the show and where the idea originated from. Peggy also shares three tips for someone who wants to start a similar type of project.2019-06-1731 min
Xceptional Leaders with Mai Ling Chan & James BergesJazz, Autism, and Life Skills with Ifunanya NwekeIfunanya Nweke is our guest today. She is the founder of Jazz Hands for Autism, an organization that works with musicians who are on the autism spectrum to help them hone their skills and find work doing what they love. Ifunanya talks about the origins of the idea for the nonprofit and really shares her heart for the students they’re working with. She also talks about the importance of surrounding yourself with people who share the same vision and the value of constructive feedback from your team and clients.2019-06-1031 min
Xceptional Leaders with Mai Ling Chan & James BergesAll Roads Are Open with Ian MackayOur guest this week is outdoor accessibility advocate, Ian Mackay. He founded the nonprofit organization Ian’s Ride which helps bring awareness to the issue of outdoor accessibility and advocates for support services on behalf of those with mobility impairments who still want to experience nature. Ian shares the story of his spinal injury, what he’s done since, and how he lives independently day to day with the assistance of smart home technology.2019-06-0327 min
Xceptional Leaders with Mai Ling Chan & James BergesBuilding Strong Foundational Employment Skills With Angela MahoneyOur guest this episode is Angela Mahoney, a Special Education teacher, author, and creator of the I Can Work educational curriculum and training program for children and young adults on the autism spectrum. Angela talks with Mai Ling about the importance of starting to build life skills early on and how to equip young people with special needs to choose a career path that is suited to their unique abilities.2019-05-2736 min
Xceptional Leaders with Mai Ling Chan & James BergesEverything Is Possible with Martyn SibleyBlogger, speaker, author, and world traveler, Martyn Sibley joins Mai Ling on the show today to discuss what it’s like to travel with a disability that requires a wheelchair. Sibley also talks about launching his blog, creating an online space called Disability Horizons for people with disabilities to share their stories, and how he started a company that he exited with a sale to Airbnb.2019-05-2038 min
Xceptional Leaders with Mai Ling Chan & James BergesInspiring and Encouraging Through Children’s Books with Simon CalcavecchiaChildren’s book author and motivational speaker, Simon Calcavecchia, is our guest on the show this episode. He tells about the challenges he’s faced as a quadriplegic and how he has turned his attention and energy toward encouraging and inspiring others through his speaking and books. This is a heartfelt and encouraging conversation that you don’t want to miss.2019-05-1338 min
Xceptional Leaders with Mai Ling Chan & James BergesDesigning Creative Housing Solutions with George BraddockGeorge Braddock joins Mai Ling on this episode to talk about his work designing homes for persons with disabilities in mind. George is the president of Creative Housing Solutions, LLC, an engineering company that uses person-centered planning principles to design and build homes that fit the specific needs of the people who live in them. His passion for the work and the people it benefits shines through in this informative conversation.2019-05-0650 min
Xceptional Leaders with Mai Ling Chan & James BergesSpotlighting Black Women with Disabilities with Heather WatkinsOur guest today is blogger and disability advocate, Heather Watkins, a woman of color who wants to remind the world that disabilities also affect minority groups. She is a co-founder of the Divas with Disabilities project and she joins us to share her personal story and give some tips for how you can raise awareness for an issue in your disability niche.2019-04-2929 min
Xceptional Leaders with Mai Ling Chan & James BergesStyling with Adaptive Clothing with Mindy ScheierOur guest today is Mindy Scheier, a fashion designer and mother of a child with a rare form of Muscular Dystrophy. She is a TED speaker and the President and Founder of Runway of Dreams, a nonprofit organization which works with top clothing brands to develop clothing designs that are made specifically for people with disabilities that make dressing themselves a difficult task. Scheier talks about her journey and also shares her Top 3 tips for launching an organization.2019-04-2235 min
Xceptional Leaders with Mai Ling Chan & James BergesProducing, Modeling, and Living Fully with Andrew PilkingtonFilmmaker and entrepreneur, Andrew Pilkington is our guest for this episode. Andrew was diagnosed with Cerebral Palsy as an infant and lives every day with the challenges that come with such a condition. He shares how he learned to use what strong motor skills he has to compensate for the ones that are lacking and other methods he uses to overcome obstacles that stand between him and his dreams.2019-04-1540 min
Xceptional Leaders with Mai Ling Chan & James BergesOpening a Special Coffee Shop (Part 1) with Karin YorkToday’s guest, Karin York, shares about her journey as the mother of a son with Down syndrome and her work with special needs children in the Arizona school system. She also expounds on what led her to start a coffee shop designed for persons with special needs as both employees and customers. Karin invites you to participate in a menu taste test at the site of the soon-to-open coffee shop on April 13, 2019.2019-04-0831 min
Xceptional Leaders with Mai Ling Chan & James BergesNo Limits in Acting and Speech Pathology with Andrew ManardoActor and SLP student Andrew Manardo is our guest today. He talks with Mai Ling about the challenges he had growing up with TAR syndrome, his experiences in LA as an actor with a disability, and the story behind his drive to become an actor in the first place. Andrew also gives some insight into his relatively recent decision to pursue a career as a speech-language pathologist. (Please Note: We had some audio issues in the beginning, but it clears up after just a few minutes so please stick with us.)2019-04-0136 min
Xceptional Leaders with Mai Ling Chan & James BergesEmbracing Leadership in a Family Established Foundation with Ariel SansomOur guest today is Ariel Sansom. She is the Director of Development and Programs for DSNetwork Arizona, an organization which offers resources, support, and advocacy to families touched by Down syndrome. Ariel shares her journey to stepping into a full-time role at the foundation years after it was launched by her parents. She also talks about her experiences of growing up as a sibling of an individual with Down syndrome and she explains what DSNetwork is and how they can be of service to those with Down syndrome and their families.2019-03-2526 minTalking With Tech AAC PodcastWhy Presuming Potential Matters + Interviews from ASHA with Bill Binko, Cindy Halloran, Heidi LoStracco, Sarah Wilds, and Brian WhitmerThis week, Rachel and Chris discuss the recent article in the ASHA Leader, “The Pitfalls of Presumption” by Katie O’Neil and Rebecca McCarthy. They agree with some ideas in the article, including the importance a well-planned assessment and implementation. They talk about why the phrase “presuming competence” can be confusing, and why they both prefer the phrase “presume potential.” Chris and Rachel go on to share some of their concerns about this article being misused by some clinicians to defend their role as "gatekeeper." If not read carefully, the article seems to advocate a process where clinicians decide who is, and wh...2019-01-0852 minTalking With Tech AAC PodcastXceptional Podcast Network Holiday EpisodeHappy holidays from everyone here at the TWT team!
This week, join Rachel, Chris, Matt Hott of the SpeechScience podcast, and Mai Ling Chan of the Xceptional Leaders podcast as they gather for a special holiday episode!
These four podcast hosts tackle several “behind the scenes” questions about their podcasts, including: What is the hardest thing about being a podcast host? What is the dumbest thing you have said when recording? Why did you say “yes” to starting a podcast?
We hope you enjoy listening to this episode as much as we enjoyed making it...2018-12-2551 min
Xceptional Leaders with Mai Ling Chan & James BergesBehind the Mic with Xceptional Podcast NetworkFor this special holiday episode, Mai Ling Chan sits down for a fun, lighthearted roundtable conversation with the other hosts of the Xceptional Podcast Network. She is joined by Matt Hott of Speech Science as well as Chris Bugaj and Rachel Madel of Talking with Tech. The four discuss the challenges and benefits of creating a podcast in the special needs market. They also talk about how they first got into an SLP career, staying focused while interviewing guests, their favorite holiday films, and more.2018-12-1753 min
Xceptional Leaders with Mai Ling Chan & James BergesPodcasts and SLPs: Perfect Together with Matt HottSpeech language pathologist and podcast producer, Matt Hott, is one of the hosts of Speech Science. He joins the program to talk about what led him to launch the show and he also discusses not discounting the small beginnings, personal branding, and being genuine with your audience.2018-11-1225 min
Xceptional Leaders with Mai Ling Chan & James BergesIntro Episode: What's this all about?Welcome to the Xceptional Leaders podcast. Find out how we can help you help more people.2018-09-0601 min
Caribbean MentorsCMP 048: Climbing Upwards in the night; featuring Lisa Ghany - Founder and Executive Director of Xceptional Events LimitedIn this episode of the Caribbean Mentors podcast I speak with Lisa Ghany. Â She has spent the past 25 years developing and refining her areas of specialization. Today she is an expert when it comes to Corporate Event Management, Cross Cultural Communication, Protocol and Business Etiquette.2016-07-1100 min