Stay ConnectedEl Paso County lies in east central Colorado and encompasses more than 2,158 square miles. As the most populous county in Colorado, El Paso County has just as many stories to tell as people to tell them. This podcast will endeavor to share those stories.
From local government officials to leaders in the community, Beyond the Dais will step off the elevated platform of the Chamber and shine a spotlight on the people working to make El Paso County a great place to visit, work, and live.
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This interview with Sandy Snider was recorded on February 16, 2023. In this episode we discuss Sandy's experience navigating a mental health challenge and how organizations across the county were able to help her overcome it.
If you want to get involved with NAMI, or are someone seeking assistance, you can learn more by visiting their website at https://www.namicoloradosprings.org/. If you are interested in more stories about organizations and projects in the community that are putting America Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) grant funding to good use, please visit https://admin.elpasoco.com/el-paso-county-arpa-stories/ and stay tuned to future episodes of this podcast.
This interview with El Paso County Deputy Director of Communications Natalie Sosa was recorded on February 14, 2023. In this episode we discuss the value of continuing education, the importance of communicating in a crisis, and why Natalie has a strong connection to mentoring.
If you are interested in learning more about how El Paso County is communicating with its residents, please visit https://www.elpasoco.com/. If you are interested in stories about organizations and projects in the community that are putting America Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) grant funding to good use, please visit https://admin.elpasoco.com/el-paso-county-arpa-stories/ and stay tuned to future episodes of this podcast.
This interview with El Paso County Chief Human Resources Officer Xavier Frost was recorded on February 1, 2023. In this episode we discuss Xavier's views on the HR profession, the benefits a job with El Paso County offers, and how he ended up with a curious nickname.
If you are interested in learning more about how El Paso County is communicating with its residents, please visit https://www.elpasoco.com/. If you are interested in stories about organizations and projects in the community that are putting America Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) grant funding to good use, please visit https://admin.elpasoco.com/el-paso-county-arpa-stories/ and stay tuned to future episodes of this podcast.
This interview with El Paso County Commissioner Cami Bremer was recorded on January 31, 2023. In this episode we discuss the Commissioner's position in local government and how she views her role as a leader in the community.
If you are interested in learning more about how El Paso County is communicating with its residents, please visit https://www.elpasoco.com/. If you are interested in stories about organizations and projects in the community that are putting America Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) grant funding to good use, please visit https://admin.elpasoco.com/el-paso-county-arpa-stories/ and stay tuned to future episodes of this podcast.
This week's interview featured the Assistant Professor in the College of Nursing and Health Sciences at UCCS, Dr. Judith Scott; the President of Aponi Partners, Penny Whitney; and the Executive Director at Liberty Heights, Alina Solarzano. This interview was recorded on January 13, 2023. In this episode we discuss UCCS's JAWS Program and how American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) grant funding aids their efforts.
If you want to learn more about the JAWS Program, you can visit their website at https://johnsonbethel.uccs.edu/jumpstart-aging-workforce-solutions-jaws. You can also contact our guests using their email addresses:
Dr. Judith Scott - jmarti28@uccs.edu
Penny Whitney - pennywhitney@msn.com
Alina Solarzano - asolorzano@seniorlifestyle.com
If you are interested in more stories about organizations and projects in the community that are putting ARPA grant funding to good use, please visit https://admin.elpasoco.com/el-paso-county-arpa-stories/ and stay tuned to future episodes of this podcast.
This interview with UCCS's Director of Community Training and Empowerment, Nicole Weis, was recorded on January 10, 2023. In this episode we discuss UCCS's GRIT Program and how American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) grant funding aids their efforts.
If you want to get involved with the GRIT Program, you can learn more by visiting their website at https://grit.uccs.edu/. If you are interested in more stories about organizations and projects in the community that are putting ARPA grant funding to good use, please visit https://admin.elpasoco.com/el-paso-county-arpa-stories/ and stay tuned to future episodes of this podcast.
This interview with CASA of the Pikes Peak Region's Executive Director, Angela Rose, was recorded on January 4, 2023. In this episode we discuss the valuable work that CASA is a part of, how they support their staff through the difficult tasks they perform, and how American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) grant funding aids their efforts.
If you want to get involved with CASA, you can learn more by visiting their website at https://www.casappr.org/. If you are interested in more stories about organizations and projects in the community that are putting ARPA grant funding to good use, please visit https://admin.elpasoco.com/el-paso-county-arpa-stories/ and stay tuned to future episodes of this podcast.
This interview with El Paso County's Chief Finance Officer, Nikki Simmons, was recorded on January 3, 2023. In this episode we discuss the 2023 El Paso County Budget, how it comes together, and what it means for El Paso County residents.
If you are interested in learning more about how El Paso County is communicating with its residents, please visit https://www.elpasoco.com/. If you are interested in stories about organizations and projects in the community that are putting America Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) grant funding to good use, please visit https://admin.elpasoco.com/el-paso-county-arpa-stories/ and stay tuned to future episodes of this podcast.
This interview with Careers in Construction Colorado's Executive Director, Glenn Hard, and Operations Manager, Marlo Asher, was recorded on December 15, 2022. In this episode we discuss the benefits on alternative pathways for high school students post-graduation, the value of experience in the construction industry, and how American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) grant funding from El Paso County is making a difference for the organization.
If you want to get involved with Careers in Construction Colorado, you can learn more by visiting their website at https://ciccolorado.org/. If you are interested in more stories about organizations and projects in the community that are putting ARPA grant funding to good use, please visit https://admin.elpasoco.com/el-paso-county-arpa-stories/ and stay tuned to future episodes of this podcast.
This interview with Homeward Pikes Peak's Executive Director, Beth Roalstad, was recorded on December 12, 2022. In this episode we discuss a number of programs run by Homeward Pikes Peak, including the soon-to-be-opened Bloom House. This new program was made possible, thanks to grant funding from El Paso County via the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA).
If you want to get involved with Homeward Pikes Peak, or are someone seeking assistance, you can learn more by visiting their website at https://homewardpp.org/. If you are interested in more stories about organizations and projects in the community that are putting America Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) grant funding to good use, please visit https://admin.elpasoco.com/el-paso-county-arpa-stories/ and stay tuned to future episodes of this podcast.
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