NCSEA On Location

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Celebrating Child Support Awareness Month Sep 13, 2023

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This episode of On Location is a celebration of Child Support Awareness month and is hosted by Pat O’Donnell of YoungWilliams. Tammy Pearson of YoungWilliams interviewed participants during the 2023 NC Child Support Conference to gain their perspectives on the importance of child support to families and on their unique contributions to the program. Join us in celebrating the community of professionals throughout the country whose work positively impacts children and families.

The Passing of the Gavel (Part 2) Sep 06, 2023

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Today’s episode comes to you from Michigan, North Dakota, and Alaska. Tim Lightner (CGI) hosts current NCSEA President Erin Frisch (IV-D Director of the Michigan Child Support Program) and Immediate Past-President, Jim Fleming (Director of the Child Support Section of the North Dakota Department of Health and Human Services). The conversation resumes as they talk about their challenges, successes, and passions, both during the past NCSEA year, and for the new year ahead. They talk about NCSEA’s name change; the Leadership Symposium in Anaheim; Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion; and so much more. So much in fact, that we’ve presented this podcast in two parts to capture it all! You don’t want to miss today’s completion, and if you haven’t heard Part 1, please take the time to listen to it as well.

The Passing of the Gavel (Part 1) Aug 30, 2023

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Today’s episode comes to you from Michigan, North Dakota, and Alaska. Tim Lightner (CGI) hosts current NCSEA President Jim Fleming (Director of the Child Support Section of the North Dakota Department of Health and Human Services) with President-Elect, and incoming President Erin Frisch (IV-D Director of the Michigan Child Support Program). The conversation centers around Jim and Erin’s leadership roles, how they started with the child support program, their involvement with NCSEA, and how they prepared for the role of president. Listen as they talk about their challenges, successes, and passions, both during the NCSEA year now ending, and for the new year ahead. They talk about NCSEA’s name change; the Leadership Symposium in Anaheim; Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion; and so much more. So much in fact, that we will present this podcast in two parts to capture it all! You will want to hear not only today’s edition; don't miss next week’s program as well.

2023 NCSEA Leadership Symposium Person-On-the-Street Interviews Aug 23, 2023

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Coming to you On Location from the Anaheim Marriott Hotel in Anaheim, California (next door to Disneyland!). Our On Location podcast reporters scour the halls, workshop, and plenary rooms to talk to NCSEA Leadership Symposium attendees and get their take on the conference. Brandi Gallebo (Franklin County Child Support), Pat O’Donnell (YoungWilliams) and Tim Lightner (CGI) approach conference guests for on-the-street mini-interviews. They talk about if this is their first Leadership Symposium, or if they have attended in the past; favorite sessions; favorite foods; what they have gotten to do for fun since arriving in Anaheim – and more! They also give their perspective and insight on the NCSEA Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Statement (https://www.ncsea.org/dei-statement/). They share what action steps they would like to see NCSEA take to demonstrate its commitment to DEI; and how embracing diversity, equity and inclusion builds a stronger child support program. Listen up, as you can hear the excitement all around.

NCSEA’s 2023 Outstanding Leader Awardee: Konitra Jack Aug 16, 2023

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This episode of On Location features a conversation with Konitra Jack, the IV-D Child Support Enforcement Director for the State of Louisiana Department of Children & Family Services. Konitra is NCSEA’s 2023 Outstanding Leader Awardee. Her career journey as well as her commitments to community and family, as shared with hosts Pat O’Donnell of YoungWilliams and Brandi Gallebo of Franklin County Child Support Enforcement Services, will motive you to set goals, always remember who we serve and to remember to practice self-care. Listen and be inspired.

Congratulations to the 2023 NCSEA Scholarship Awardees Aug 09, 2023

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Each year, NCSEA accepts nominations to recognize individuals who make significant contributions to the child support program. Three individuals are selected to receive scholarships to attend the NCSEA Leadership Symposium. comes to you on location from Ohio, Illinois, California, North Carolina, and Pennsylvania. Pat O’Donnell of YoungWilliams and Brandi Gallebo of Franklin County Child Support Enforcement Services bring you a conversation with Monique Jacques, Jennifer Crudo Allan and Rebeka Reigner, the 2023 NCSEA Scholarship Awardees. Monique, Jennifer, and Rebekah each share their motivations and inspirations as they carry out their respective responsibilities. Learn more about their programs and achievements.

Charting a Course for Economic Mobility (Episode 1) Aug 02, 2023

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Today’s program comes to you on location from California, Louisiana, and Virginia. Mariellen Keely hosts today’s episode and is joined by Shaun Edwards (Program Planner, Sacramento County, California Child Support Services), and Gabrielle Brown-Morgan (Project Director for the Responsible Parenting Grant with the Louisiana Department of Children and Family Services). They discuss their projects with the Federal Demonstration Grant that involves fifteen states and two Tribes. Their conversation centers around the goal to educate and motivate teens and young adults to postpone parenthood until after they complete their education, start a career, and engage in a committed relationship.

Intergovernmental Hot Topics! Part 2 Jul 19, 2023

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This episode comes to you On Location from Saratoga, New York; Crozet, Virginia; and Anchorage, Alaska. Tim Lightner (CGI) and Mariellen Keely (Grants & Initiatives Consultant Senior, VA Child Support) continue the conversation with Rob Velcoff (Intergovernmental Support Services). Rob discusses some more of the “hot topics” in intergovernmental casework, and the challenges they include, such as case closure regulations, interest charges, and income withholding orders (IWO) on unemployment insurance benefits (UIB’s). Check out Rob’s recent article in the January 2023 issue of the NCSEA Child Support CommuniQue (CSQ) –“Intergovernmental Hot Topics Part 2”. You can contact Rob Velcoff at robvelcoff@intergovernmentalsupportservices.com if you have any questions about what he discussed during this podcast.

Web Talking with NCSEA: How to Get Involved Jul 12, 2023

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Coming to you on location from Ohio, Minnesota, New Mexico and Alaska, Tim Lightner (CGI Technologies and Solutions, Inc. based in Anchorage, Alaska) is joined by co-host Brandi Gallebo (Manager with the Franklin County Child Support Enforcement agency in Columbus, Ohio). They have a conversation with this year’s NCSEA Web Talk Committee co-chairs, Dr. Trish Skophammer (IV-D Director of the Ramsey County Child Support program, St. Paul, Minnesota) and Laura Galindo (Senior Consultant, CSG Government Solutions in New Mexico). They talk about web talks, one of NCSEA’s membership benefits, and how these make it easy to stay up to date on key industry issues and emerging trends in the child support industry. Hear about the work of the committee, how web talks are planned, and about past and future topics. Learn about how the programs are hosted by Child Support professionals to keep you up to date on the latest legislative activity, management trends, industry best practices and subjects of special interest to child support professionals. Hear about how you can be a part of web talks, not only by engaging with attending and listening; but also, by volunteering to serve on this important committee. Check out NCSEA Web Talks, including the library at https://www.ncsea.org/web-talks-2/, and consider volunteering by completing the Call for Volunteers survey (due by 7/21/23) at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/R75WGYJ.

A Roundtable Chat with On Location Podcasters Jul 05, 2023

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Today’s episode comes to you from Georgia, Illinois, California, Alaska, and Virginia. Mariellen Keely (VA Child Support) hosts some of her NCSEA podcasting peers from the Communication Committee and podcast Subcommittee: Adrienne Reddick (GA Division of Child Support Services), Pat O’Donnell (YoungWilliams), Emily Jernigan (CA Child Support Services), and Tim Lightner (CGI Technologies and Solutions, Inc.). They meet up around the virtual roundtable and talk about their roles in child support, how they got involved in NCSEA On Location, and even some of their favorite things about podcasting. Listen as they encourage NCSEA members to get involved in volunteering on committees for the upcoming year starting September 1st, including this one! Whether it be getting involved in podcasting for NCSEA or any other committee, please fill out the NCSEA Call for Volunteers by July 21, 2023: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/R75WGYJ

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