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Episode 43 - Ryan McCarty: Culture of Good Mar 26, 2019

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The Culture of Good is a powerful collision of combining profitability with purpose. Ryan McCarty calls it “purposeability.” He explains what it means, how it initially made a major difference for TCC Communications and what he and partner Scott Moorehead are doing to spread the initiative well beyond their own organization. A longtime minister and veteran of the non-profit world, McCarty emphasizes the leadership required to begin the journey and the tremendous results that can emerge in employee engagement and fulfillment. Learn more:
Culture of Good: www.cultureofgood.com
Build a Culture of Good: Unleash Results by Letting Your Employees Bring Their Soul to Work: https://www.amazon.com/Build-Culture-Good-Unleash-Employees-ebook/dp/B01MT67DHN

Episode 42 - Kyle Werner and Brooke Pyne: Crane’s Innovation Ecosystem Mar 12, 2019

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The Navy side of Crane (officially the Naval Surface Warfare Center, Crane Division) is a military and economic powerhouse. While located in parts of Greene, Martin and Lawrance counties, the military installation has a statewide and far broader impact. Its partnerships with industry and educational institutions are the focus as its award-winning technology transfer program and innovation ecosystem are economic forces. In addition to hearing from Kyle Werner, director of engagement, and Brooke Pyne, technology transfer and SBIR program manager, you can learn more online:
2018 Year in Review: https://www.navsea.navy.mil/Portals/103/Documents/NSWC_Crane/Annual%20Review/2018%20Year%20in%20Review%20-%20Web%20PDF.pdf?ver=2019-03-11-115228-357
Video: What is Crane T2? https://youtu.be/Iq6LA-8dWOA
NSWC Crane Express Licensing store: https://techlinkcenter.org/labs/naval-surface-warfare-center-crane-division/?tech_tag=express-license

Episode 41 - Eric Halvorson: Not Your Grandfather’s Grocery Store Feb 26, 2019

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Technology is impacting all types and sizes of businesses across our state and country. One that might not come to mind immediately is the highly competitive grocery industry. Eric Halvorson of Kroger talks digital shelves, mobile ordering/pickup, unmanned grocery delivery and more. A longtime television anchor and reporter, Halvorson strongly articulates the work currently going on as well as the future possibilities.

Episode 40 - Salvador Espinoza: Intern Extraordinaire Feb 12, 2019

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A senior preparing to graduate in May from Purdue University Fort Wayne and get married one month later is already working full time in marketing. His name is Salvador Espinoza and he attributes much of his success to a series of internship experience with Dekko, headquartered in Garrett with various manufacturing operations in northeast Indiana. Salvador describes what he learned on the job, starting as a 16-year-old and culminating with an internship management opportunity. Companies and students can learn from his experiences.

Episode 39 - Arthur C. Brooks: Analyzing America Feb 05, 2019

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He dropped out of college to become a classical musician. He was a college professor, teaching economics and social entrepreneurship. He has guided a leading conservative think tank for the past decade. He is the author of 11 books – with No. 12 on the way. One of the most respected voices in America today is Arthur C. Brooks, Meet him in this conversation and see him in person at the Indiana Chamber’s March 12 Chamber Day Dinner.

Episode 38 - Sue Ellspermann and Chris Lowery: Building Ivy Tech’s Engine Jan 29, 2019

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Leaders of the state’s community college system are focused on creating the absolute best “workforce engine.” President Sue Ellspermann says the 12-cylinder engine is now at the “10-cylinderish spot” with work taking place on completing the building process. Ellspermann and senior vice president for workforce alignment Chris Lowery discuss the progress, the important role of employers, successful student engagement and more.

Episode 37 - Talking About the Icons … and More Jan 15, 2019

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EchoChamber host Tom Schuman goes behind the scenes on the 2019 BizVoice® magazine series, Indiana Icons. Anderson native Carl Erskine enjoyed an outstanding baseball career as a pitcher with the Brooklyn and Los Angeles Dodgers. But it’s his accomplishments in business and the community once he returned home that make him so special. The now 92-year-old Erskine offers sensational stories and compelling insights. We also offer a sneak preview of upcoming stories and guests.

Episode 36 - Jennifer Pferrer: Taking wellness to the next level Dec 18, 2018

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Health care costs are one of the most common causes of bankruptcy. And few will argue with the assertion that health care is a complex challenge. The opioid epidemic has added another layer of complexity to the situation. Indiana Workforce Recovery, an initiative of the Wellness Council of Indiana and the Indiana Chamber, is working to provide some answers to help employers and their employees. Additional Wellness Council programs are emphasizing the overall well-being message.

Episode 35 - Kevin Brinegar and Jason Bearce: Helping solve your workforce needs Dec 04, 2018

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The Indiana Chamber has unveiled the Institute for Workforce Excellence. What is it? A strong coordination of existing resources from the Chamber and its affiliates, along with new programs to come in the areas of apprenticeships, talent pipeline assessment and more. The goal: Help employers attract, develop and retain talent. The Chamber’s Kevin Brinegar and Jason Bearce break it down, explain what it means and identify how you can benefit.

Episode 34 - Brent Tilson: Go Slow to Grow Fast Nov 20, 2018

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Entrepreneurs, and others in the business world, are focused on company growth. But expand too rapidly and any number of challenges emerge that threaten to derail the dream. Brent Tilson, founder and president of Tilson, offers guidance based on his 25 years of business and consulting experience. Frank and Susan may be fictional characters in the story, but their experiences will resonate with many. Tilson captures the essential themes in this conversation.

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