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Houston: Landmark Lifetime Achievement Award Winner Lou Cushman Apr 05, 2022

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In his 56-year career in commercial real estate, Lou Cushman has seen and done it all- nationally and internationally. While technology has transformed many industries, it's still hard work and good old fashioned customer service in commercial real estate, and nobody exemplifies that more than Cushman. In this episode, he sits down with HBJ Reporter Jeff Jeffrey to share his forecast for the Houston market, the impact of the pandemic on leasing, and his advice for young brokers entering the profession.

San Antonio: American Reboot - Will Hurd Authors His Guide to Getting Big Things Done Mar 29, 2022

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Former Texas Congressman and CIA Agent Will Hurd connects with SABJ Managing Editor Ed Arnold to offer his insight for business leaders looking to grown the next generation of talent. Straight from the pages of his new book "American Reboot", Hurd shares from his expertise in cybersecurity and technology, providing fresh ideas for our audience.

Austin: Longevity Partners Founder & CEO Etienne Cadestin Reveals the Value of ESG Investing Mar 22, 2022

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Environmental, Social and Governance Investing, or ESG, is top of mind. But how do investors and their clients realize the value and return of their investment? In this episode, ABJ Managing Editor Will Anderson invites Longevity Partners Founder & CEO Etienne Cadestin to share how he and his global team are providing transparency and accuracy on assets.

Dallas: The Metail Economy - Joel Bines Shares 6 Strategies for Transforming Your Business Mar 15, 2022

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Customers are clearly in charge in today's marketplace, and retailers must recognize and embrace this fact in order to survive. In this episode, DBJ Managing Editor Rob Schneider welcomes Joel Bines, Managing Director at AlixPartners, and author of "The Metail Economy" to share his 6 C's, and why a small diner in Dallas is his favorite restaurant in America.

San Antonio: Dr. Chiquita Collins' Mission to Advance DE&I in the World of Health Mar 08, 2022

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University of Texas San Antonio didn't have to look far to find a national expert to fill their new role as VP of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. Dr. Chiquita Collins, nationally recognized for her work in health disparities driven by underlying social and economic inequities, was already serving a part-time role at the school. In this episode, SABJ Managing Editor Ed Arnold invites Dr. Collins to share her unique perspective on DE&I, and her plans to make an impact.

Austin: Leigh Christie Leads Beam Founders Network In Funding Women Founders Mar 01, 2022

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In spite of significant venture capital flowing into Austin, women entrepreneurs and founders are still drastically underserved. That's where Beam Founders Network and Beam Angel Network step in. In this episode, ABJ Managing Editor Will Anderson invites CEO and Executive Director Leigh Christie to share what Beam is doing in Austin and San Antonio, and share her own professional journey as well.

Houston: Stephen Ives Reveals How the YMCA of Greater Houston Has Captured National Attention Feb 22, 2022

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The YMCA of Greater Houston is much more than just a "gym & swim". The organization is the third largest Y in the country, serving almost 177,000 families. In this episode, HBJ Managing Editor Jonathan Adams invites CEO Stephen Ives to share how he and his team navigated the pandemic, innovated, and are setting an example for other YMCA's across the nation.

Dallas: Pizza Hut COO Chequan Lewis On How the Restaurant Can Continue To Win By Elevating The Experience Feb 15, 2022

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This iconic American brand is based in Plano and well known for its stuffed crust pizza & wings. But it's people that COO Chequan Lewis is focused on- delivering an exceptional experience for his franchise owners and they, in turn, for customers across the nation. In this episode, DBJ Managing Editor Rob Schneider invites Lewis, who grew up in Watauga, to share his homegrown success story and vision for Pizza Hut and its people.

San Antonio: Dr. Abel Chavez Brings Real World Personal Experience to His New Role Feb 08, 2022

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He was the first kid in his family to go to college, and his parents wouldn't let him take on debt to finance his education. Dr. Abel Chavez has first-hand, real life experience navigating the challenges many of his students and their families face as he takes over as President at Our Lady of the Lake University. From a business perspective, Dr. Chavez is keenly aware of the role OLLU plays in preparing young people for the real world- and he has the stats to back it up. In this episode, SABJ Managing Editor Ed Arnold invites Dr. Chavez to share his inspirational story.

Austin: Authoring Success - Jevon McCormick and the Tribe at Scribe Media Share Their Formula Feb 01, 2022

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Jevon McCormick literally wrote the book on success, overcoming personal obstacles he gladly shares to inspire his tribe, and others. In this episode, ABJ Managing Editor Will Anderson invites McCormick to narrate his winning strategy, revealing how and why Scribe Media has grown when the literary industry at-large faces challenges.

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