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Episode 33 - Lee Cockerell: Sharing the Magic Nov 06, 2018

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As executive vice president of operations at Walt Disney World Resort, Lee Cockerell was in charge of making sure the Disney experience lived up to lofty customer expectations. He did so by focusing his efforts on hiring, training and culture. Cockerell says “more teachers and less bosses” is one of the keys for any organization. Learn more about leadership, customer service and time management in this 30-minute conversation.

Episode 32 - Scott Jones: Still Fighting for Indiana Oct 23, 2018

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If there was an Indiana innovation version of Mount Rushmore, one face on the mountain would undoubtedly be Scott Jones. The technology veteran is back in his home state (for the most part) and focused on Eleven Fifty Academy and the coding bootcamps it offers to a growing number of students. Jones weighs in on the impact of past topics – Daylight Saving Time, direct flights and state scorecards – as well as current issues regarding talent and connectivity.

Episode 31 - Nikki Lewallen: A ‘Natural Connector of People’ Oct 09, 2018

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Yes, much time is spent today finding and developing the talent that is required to help grow your business. But once the people are in place, they have to be positively engaged – or those previous efforts really are not paying off. Through many years as CEO of Rainkmakers and now also working with Emplify, Lewallen focuses on “helping more people love what they do” and leadership of organizations to evolve from “a satisfaction culture to an engagement culture.” It can be argued that there is no more important mission today.

Episode 30 - Tamika Catchings: As Smooth Off the Court as On Sep 25, 2018

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The illustrious basketball career of Tamika Catchings (NCAA, WNBA and four-time Olympic champion) came to a close in 2016. The next chapter of her story begins there with an executive role with Pacers Sports & Entertainment, ownership of an Indianapolis tea café and additional business endeavors. Her passion for life, commitment to giving back and willingness to experience new things means many more adventures to come. Tamika shares stories and offers guidance that all can benefit from.

Episode 29 - Jay Baer: Making Customers Notice – and Talk About It Sep 11, 2018

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Jay Baer is very successful at talking and writing about digital marketing. He has the clients and accolades to prove it. And he does it all, for the last eight years, from a Bloomington, Indiana base. His upcoming book, Talk Triggers: The Complete Guide to Creating Customers with Word of Mouth, focuses on the importance of a coordinated word-of-mouth strategy. He shares some examples and much more in a wide-ranging discussion that also includes how he came to Indiana, becoming a certified BBQ judge and the crucial importance of excellent airport experiences.

Episode 28 - Chris McBarnes: Giving It All for His Hometown Aug 28, 2018

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He gained national attention by becoming mayor of his hometown at the age of 23. Seven years later, it’s innovative downtown redevelopment and economic development victories that have people talking about Chris McBarnes and Frankfort. McBarnes insists there is a place for rural America – and Indiana towns – when it comes to housing and population growth. He calls himself a “regular Joe,” who plays guitar and sings to connect with residents. And it hurts, he admits, when he can’t solve all the problems that come before him.

Episode 27 - Mike Packnett: Parkview Chief on Series of Journeys Jun 26, 2018

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Parkview Health President and CEO Mike Packnett, the Indiana Chamber’s 2015 Business Leader of the Year, modestly says if he does his main job well – hiring 12 excellent senior leaders – life is good. That is an excellent start, but obviously health care is a bit more complicated. Packnett reveals where the broad-based health system is achieving success in its goal of personalized patient journeys and what more needs to be done. Cancer care, research and regional growth are among the other topics that he thoughtfully weighs in on.

Episode 26 - Paul Thrift: Building Business Success One Project at a Time Jun 19, 2018

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Paul Thrift and partner John Thompson (hence, the Thompson-Thrift name for their development and construction company) have a 32-year success story that began with “flipping houses” in Terre Haute to earn money to attend Indiana State University. Thrift breaks down the company’s evolution and talks about the intriguing culinary development they are helping bring to Fishers. He weighs in on regional economic development and the passion of Thompson-Thrift team members to do their part to help battle the opioid epidemic.

Episode 25 - Becky Skillman: 36 Years (and More) of Building Indiana Jun 05, 2018

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Becky Skillman led economic development trade missions to 13 countries as lieutenant governor. In rising to the No. 2 leadership post in the state Senate before that, she overcome some traditions and split political power that forced the bipartisanship that is so often missing today. Topics include her hometown of Bedford, the economic engine of Crane (and efforts to protect it from the base realignment and closure process), additional assets in south central Indiana, her service as co-chair of the Indiana Bicentennial Commission and much more.

Episode 24 - Innovation on Overdrive at ND, in Region May 22, 2018

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Twenty-three start-up companies in the current academic year. More than 100 students engaged in entrepreneurship and innovation activities. A first-ever IDEA week that blew away expectations. Bryan Ritchie, associate provost for innovation at the University of Notre Dame and head of the IDEA Center, talks about these ingredients and much more – including “The Engine” process and being willing to “lean in and get hit by a pitch and then doing it again.” Learn about the momentum in the north central Indiana region and where things may be headed next.

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