Lynn Torrel "Leader in Highlight" Interview
In this episode, WE Founder and President, Jackie Mattox, talks with Lynn Torrel, Chief Procurement & Supply Chain Officer, about taking calculated risks to advance your career, managing work-life balance while enhancing your leadership skills, and differentiating yourself in a professional setting. Lynn shares her thoughts on being able to “have it all” as both a mother and an industry profess...
21m Sep 10, 2020
21m
S1 Ep1928: Bringing clarity to the mystery of “Credit Cards” and they can positively or negatively impact your business
Perryn Holtrop, Founder, and CEO of Pay Nation joined me at the Cafe this week to discuss the good, bad, and ugly of accepting credit cards for your business. During this conversation, we'll add clarity for those thinking of accepting cards and the areas you need to be careful you don't step in!
48m Sep 09, 2020
48m
S1 Ep1927: #162 Charlie: In Pursuit of a Noble Aim
Show Notes   Today, I will talk about a subject very dear to my heart—the meaning of life. As many know, I am a big fan of Dr. Jordan Peterson, a Canadian professor of Psychology at the University of Toronto. In the last 5 years, Peterson has become a very wildly renowned speaker and author. In a recently posted YouTube video on The Meaning of Life, Dr. Peterson offered fresh ideas that got me ...
58m Sep 08, 2020
58m
S1 Ep1926: Exploring the symbiotic relationship between Sales and Marketing
At the Café, I’ve invited Rich Cocuzzo, the founder and president of Sales Velocity Advisors, to talk war stories, the good, the bad, and the ugly of today’s business environment and to provide some insights on what to do and not to do when it comes to planning your sales strategies and tactics, especially during our current COVID-business environment.
49m Sep 02, 2020
49m
Why Long Term Care Makes Dollars and Sense
Host Letitia Berbaum was joined in the virtual studio by Nick Bernatowicz of Producers Choice Network. In this episode, the duo discuss Long Term Care – myths, misconceptions and why it is critical to have a plan in place. Nick is recognized as an expert in Long Term Care planning, portfolio distribution and protection strategies, as well as legacy planning. He is passionate about partnering di...
35m Sep 02, 2020
35m
S1 Ep1925: Part 2 London Town, Slaves and Grace with Ben Virgo
Before we go, I’d just like to take a moment to say a word about perspective. Ben Virgo on the Christian Heritage Tour gave me a perspective of London I simply never would have had if I hadn’t gone on that tour. It wasn’t all new information to me, I knew some of it, but it sure was different seeing it, matching places to events and people. I hope you’ve gotten a bit of that tour in the past fe...
29m Sep 02, 2020
29m
WEdnesdays with WE - Global Launch in Europe
Women in Electronics (WE) Founder and President Jackie Mattox chats with Ruth Gray (Arrow Electronics & A.E. Petche) and Elena Davidovska (Waldom Electronics EMEA) about the upcoming events to launch the WE program in Europe.  Ruth and Elena talk about the benefits of a program like WE in Europe, including women supporting other women, mentorship, and the need for industry talent recruitment in...
10m Sep 01, 2020
10m
S1 Ep1924: London Town, Slaves and Grace with Ben Virgo
PART 1. I was disappointed when my hostess in London informed me she had set up a tour for us to go on. I’m not a tour-going kind of tourist and I was sure no tour was going to show me to the kind of places I’d want to see. “But it is the Christian Heritage Tour” she explained, a bit hurt by my obvious lack of enthusiasm. I bit my lip, not wanting to appear any more unappreciative than I alread...
23m Aug 30, 2020
23m
S1 Ep1923: Episode #51 – Special Civility Episode: Zoom Etiquette
SAFFIRE LEGAL PC’s founder and principal attorney Teresa McQueen talks about Zoom Etiquette.   Workplace Perspective is a regular podcast series for employers and employees focusing on education, training, and the law to help organizations of all sizes develop and maintain successful employer / employee relationships.   Thank You To: Paul Roberts (Engineer/Associate Producer Extraordinair...
31m Aug 26, 2020
31m
S1 Ep1922: Clergy, Congregations and Me with Dr. Sam Hamstra
Losing My Religion. That was the title of a book written in 2009 with this subtitle: “How I Lost My Faith Reporting on Religion in America and Found Unexpected Peace”. It was a great read. It ended up being the atheist book of the year and certainly one of my favorites. It was well written, a fast read, thoughtful, and seemingly quite authentic. I’d love to have the Author William Lobdell on th...
31m Aug 26, 2020
31m
AB 5 and its Impact on California Businesses and Business Owners
Host Bart Zandbergen was joined in the virtual studio once again by Lee R. Goldberg, Esq, who is a transactional business attorney and has been practicing in Southern California for over 33 years. In this episode, Lee shares his knowledge of AB 5 and its implications for California business owners. This new regulation went into effect in January 2020, and has since required many business owners...
31m Aug 25, 2020
31m
S1 Ep1921: Faith, Commitment, Perseverance and Belief in Yourself are Key Ingredients to Grow your Startup
Ryan Mason, CEO, and Founder, of Luxe Brands and BizBuzz, has had an incredible journey from sports to business, where one dream was crushed, yet like the phoenix, he has risen and leveraged his dedication to sports into thriving businesses.  An inspirational story for any entrepreneur.
52m Aug 25, 2020
52m
Reflections in Quarantine, Part 2
Host Bart Zandbergen was joined in the virtual studio by co-host Letitia Berbaum for part two of their conversation about life in quarantine. In this episode Bart and Letitia discuss areas of our lives that have been impacted by COVID including health, fitness, nutrition, friendships and finances. They also share their own personal experiences and some of their lessons learned thus far in our e...
38m Aug 19, 2020
38m
WEdnesdays with WE - Taking Initiative in Your Career Advancement
In this episode, Founder and President, Jackie Mattox chats with Amy Cuttrell, WE Founding Board Member and Business Development Manager - PEMCO for Arrow Electronics and Carla Mahrt, President at JJM Search regarding strategies to consider when career planning.  Support the show (http://www.womeninelectronics.com)
12m Aug 19, 2020
12m
S1 Ep1920: The importance of building your personal brand
As business owners, we spend so much time working in our business thinking about sales, cash flow, employees, competition, operations, we forget to not only spend time working on our business but frankly, working on ourselves. At the Café I have Matt DeCoursey, CEO and Founder of FullScale.io, how of the podcast Startup Hustle and Author of the book Million Dollar Bedroom here to offer up some ...
53m Aug 17, 2020
53m
S1 Ep1919: Will Social Equity Support Come A Little Too Late With Donnell Alexander, Writer At WeedWeek California Magazine
Donnell Alexander talks about social equity struggles in a rapidly changing industry and his work covering the California beat for WeedWeek magazine. https://www.weedweek.net/
33m Aug 17, 2020
33m
S1 Ep1918: Two Things I Hate - Dr. Voddie Baucham
Sir Michael Caine, the famed two-time Academy Award-winning English actor once said:  “There are only two things I hate in this world. People who are intolerant of other people's cultures and the Dutch.” Now that was a great comedic line and the Dutch are a fun and easy target, but I’m not kidding around today. I don’t use the word “Hate” lightly either and to make matters worse, those two thin...
38m Aug 14, 2020
38m
Employee Benefits Made Easy with Harley Bjelland of The ERISA Law Firm
Host Letitia Berbaum was joined in the virtual studio by Harley Bjelland – the sole owner of The ERISA Law Firm. Through his practice, he focuses on ERISA, employee benefits, and executive compensation. With over three decades of experience practicing employee benefits in California, Harley provides his clients with rich perspective and creative solutions to effectively respond to their needs a...
38m Aug 13, 2020
38m
S1 Ep1917: Episode #50 – COVID-19 in the Non-Profit and Educational World: Tia Dwyer
Tia Dwyer     Today's guest is Tia Dwyer. SAFFIRE LEGAL PC’s founder and principal attorney Teresa McQueen talks with Tia dealing COVID-19 issues in the non-profit and educational world .               Workplace Perspective is a regular podcast series for employers and employees focusing on education, training, and the law to help organizations of all sizes develop and maintain succe...
22m Aug 12, 2020
22m
S1 Ep1916: White, English & Privileged-Julia Nand
I’ll never forget the first time I heard someone mention WASP and realized they weren’t talking about those bee-like creatures who sting and are really scary. I was quite young and when the acrostic was explained to me I realized I was still lost. I only understood what one of the four words meant. WHITE ANGLO SAXON PROTESTANT. Ok. I thought I got the WHITE. The other three, forget it. I’m gues...
32m Aug 12, 2020
32m
S1 Ep1915: #161 Linda Olsen: Your Story is Gold
Show Notes As we consider making a change, my guest today, author, speaker, and entrepreneur Linda Olsen is going to walk us through a process of transforming our lives, from being stuck in the past to becoming vibrant today and in the future. And boy, does Linda have personal experience to support her story. But we’ll get into Linda’s story very shortly. Speaking of Story… Linda Olsen is a hig...
56m Aug 12, 2020
56m
Marti McCurdy "Leader in Highlight" Interview
WE Founder and President, Jackie Mattox, talks with Marti McCurdy, CEO of Spirit Electronics, about progressive strategies in our changing world.  Her leadership advice is to "massage our muscles" regularly so that when change hits, we're strong and ready. Marti believes in taking advantage of down times by doubling down on talent, marketing, and innovation. Listen in for more mentorship princi...
19m Aug 11, 2020
19m
S1 Ep1914: Don't Wait For A Crisis to Establish a Crisis Plan
David Oates, Crisis PR Expert and founder of Public Relations Security Services joins me at the Business Growth Cafe to discuss why every company needs to have a crisis plan in place, not only to protect your reputation but also your company.
49m Aug 11, 2020
49m
Practicing Empathy in Elder Financial Abuse Litigation with Matthew Stein Esq.
Host Letitia Berbaum was joined in the virtual studio Matthew Stein, ESQ – a Probate Litigation Attorney and Owner of Law & Stein, LLP. Matthew represents those entangled in probate litigation, including trust contests, will contests, breaches of fiduciary obligations, allegations of trustee wrongdoing and claims of elder abuse. His work includes consulting with individuals to provide advice on...
28m Aug 05, 2020
28m
S1 Ep1913: #160 Caitlin Cogan Doemner: When Being More is Not Enough
Show Notes  My guest today, Caitlin Cogan Doemner, is one of my very favorite people. Although, to me, she’s just a puppy, I believe she possesses the inklings of a sage. Caitlyn is brilliant, thought provoking, and a boatload of fun. What else could you ask of a great woman? Although Caitlin was just on the show about four months ago, recently she posted thoughts on FB that utterly captured my...
58m Aug 04, 2020
58m
S1 Ep1912: Defining the role of strategy in your digital campaign.
The importance of implementing an effective digital strategy and campaign for your business
52m Aug 04, 2020
52m
S1 Ep1911: Messy, Confusing & Personal - Rich Hurst
Are you a good host or hostess? If you aren’t sure of that answer, let me tell you how you can figure it out. Do people like coming to your house? When you are hosting, is it a fun time had by all? Now let me tell you a secret. I have come to believe that there is a direct inverse proportion between how much time you take fussing to make everything perfect before people come over and the degree...
29m Jul 30, 2020
29m
Walter Tobin "Leader in Highlight" Interview
Walter Tobin, CEO of ERA, stresses the importance of recruitment at the college level as well as diversity across the industry, and talks about implementing an internship program that is designed to capture youth as offices re-open following the COVID-19 pandemic. Walter also shares the challenges facing Manufacturers Representatives today and how the ERA is positioned to support Mreps as we mo...
21m Jul 30, 2020
21m
WEdnesdays with WE: Introducing the Industry to the Next Generation - July 29, 2020
Women in Electronics founder and president Jackie Mattox, ECIA's Debbie Conyers and WE Intern Blake Saathoff discuss paving the way for the next generation.Support the show (http://www.womeninelectronics.com)
11m Jul 29, 2020
11m
Reflections in Quarantine, Part 1
Host Bart Zandbergen was joined in the virtual studio by co-host Letitia Berbaum for a candid conversation about life in quarantine. In this episode the dynamic duo discuss their changes in routine, areas they have discovered a new found appreciation for in their lives and silver linings that have risen to the surface. They also discuss questions that have come to mind for many of us as we navi...
30m Jul 28, 2020
30m
S1 Ep1910: Don't let your dream of starting a business come to an end because of a bad pitch (deck)!
In the world of startups getting a business off the ground is not easy.  There is so much work that goes into developing the plans, product, testing, etc. etc., yet in 60 seconds or less, that dream can come to an end.   Why, because their investor pitch didn’t go so well.  This may have been the result of the entrepreneur themselves…or in many cases, their pitch deck didn’t communicate and the...
52m Jul 28, 2020
52m
S1 Ep1909: The Ultimate Gift
I was inspired by a movie I recently watched called The Ultimate Gift. It's based on a book written by Jim Stovall.  Without giving the premise away, there are 12 gifts discussed in the movie that I believe are gifts we have all given, received, or wish we had.  Please listen in as I believe you will find this conversation relevant given the times we are living in.  Hopefully, in the end, you w...
36m Jul 25, 2020
36m
S1 Ep1908: Thinking about your exit strategy? What about an ESOP?
As a business owner, you dream of cashing out one day.  The big score! But what is your company really worth?  Maybe not as much you believe it is?  What is the right exit strategy for you?  Sell the company?  Be acquired?  Merge?  Or, as another thought, sell it to the people that helped grow your business.   At the Café, I have Chris Kramer, Managing Director of Strategic Equity Group to disc...
51m Jul 23, 2020
51m
S1 Ep1907: Pick Your God: India & Irvine- Dr. Francis Burgula
Part 2 with Francis. I don’t know many Indians. As an American, I want to say, “You know like Indian Indians, not like American Indians.” I can not imagine how ignorant that must sound to the people who make up 1.3 billion of the world’s population. If you need something to put that in perspective as I do, that’s over three times the population of the United States.But wait. What race is Franci...
35m Jul 23, 2020
35m
PPP: Current Updates and more from Ben Buskey of First Choice Bank
Host Bart Zandbergen was joined in the virtual studio by the Regional Vice President of Orange County for First Choice Bank, Ben Buskey. First Choice Bank, headquartered in Cerritos, California is a community focused financial institution, serving diverse consumers and commercial clients and specializing in loans to small businesses, Private Banking clients, Commercial and Industrial (C&I) loan...
31m Jul 22, 2020
31m
Alan Bird "Leader in Highlight" Interview
Alan Bird talks about the importance of stepping out of your comfort zone, taking chances, and looking at failure differently.  He also stresses the importance of confidence and  informal mentorship.  Alan expresses his excitement for our industry and the innovative products we help launch into the world.  Support the show (http://www.womeninelectronics.com)
20m Jul 22, 2020
20m
S1 Ep1906: Episode #49 – Remote Work; The New Way to Work: Katie Womersley
Katie Womersley       Today's guest is Katie Womersley. SAFFIRE LEGAL PC’s founder and principal attorney Teresa McQueen talks with Katie from Buffer about working remotely.               Workplace Perspective is a regular podcast series for employers and employees focusing on education, training, and the law to help organizations of all sizes develop and maintain successful employe...
22m Jul 22, 2020
22m
The Importance of Book Clubs - WEdnesdays with WE
Women in Electronics President and Founder Jackie Mattox, WE Founding Advisory Board Member Holly Good of CDE, and Jill Roberts, Global Accounts Manager from TTI, discuss WE's quarterly book club, the importance of reading, and how to get involved.Support the show (http://www.womeninelectronics.com)
8m Jul 22, 2020
8m
S1 Ep1905: Pick Your God - Dr. Francis Burgula
What god do you believe in? Imagine that as the icebreaker question at a party or business roundtable. Quickly we would realize why the old adage came to be, “We can talk about anything but politics or religion.” Violate that rule and trouble is sure to brew. But isn’t it a legitimate question? What god do you believe in?I work a lot in the recovery field and talk of a “Higher Power” is very im...
26m Jul 17, 2020
26m
Mike Calabria "Leader in Highlight"
Meet Mike Calabria, President & Chief Executive Officer of Abracon. Listen to WE Founder Jackie Mattox ’s interview with Mike, who discusses advice to up-and-coming leaders in the electronics industry, ways to approach well-rounded career development, and keys to getting the most out of your mentor relationship. Mike is a firm believer in taking charge of your path to becoming a manager and evo...
22m Jul 16, 2020
22m
Fitness in a COVID World through a Local Studio Owner’s Eyes
Host Bart Zandbergen was joined in the virtual studio by the owner of YNG Studios, Deborah Miller. This courageous local entrepreneur has led her brand through what we all know has been a challenging season. She talks with us about her mission to give back, see the local community restored, and her unwavering commitment to creating a safe and thoughtful space for her members to practice within....
29m Jul 15, 2020
29m
S1 Ep1904: Guidance for high potential early-stage companies to get on the right path, identify the right model and the right way of thinking about bus
At the Business Growth Café I’m excited to have Eli Eisenberg, Founder & President of Straight Line Management, which focuses on providing CFO services and financial expertise to help growing companies identify and exploit key opportunities, to discuss the importance of understanding and using your financials strategically in growing your business. Eli has grown his business over the past 29 ye...
50m Jul 15, 2020
50m
S1 Ep1903: #159 Dena Crowder–Us vs. Isms: When to Be The Point of Love
Show Notes  IMPT NOTE: I have concluded that this episode (as well as #158 with Terry Hershey last week) are certainly among all-time my favorites. This show seemed to start a bit slow, but once we hit stride Dena Crowder was brilliant! I hope this show impacts you the way it impacted me. In late June of 2020 I was fortunate to be part of a zoom gathering of more than a dozen people guided by m...
1hr 1m Jul 14, 2020
1hr 1m
David Loftus "Leader in Highlight" Interview
David Loftus, President/CEO of ECIA, talks with Jackie Mattox, President and Founder of Women in Electronics, about the role of the ECIA in the electronics industry. He also gives us an insight into his career journey and offers mentorship advice to upcoming leaders to be “politely demanding” in their career aspirations, develop business acumen skills, strengthen inner confidence, and gain inte...
21m Jul 10, 2020
21m
S1 Ep1902: Men, Macho and Ministry-Dr. Pete Alwinson
I love the Socratic method. It’s part of what makes me a curmudgeon. It went out of style a long time ago as the premier didactic tool of education, but I had the good fortune of having some professors who didn’t drink the cool-aid of modern educationalese and still taught that way. One had to come to class prepared knowing the professor would likely challenge their knowledge and arguments for ...
35m Jul 09, 2020
35m
S1 Ep1901: 100th Show: Join former CMO for Ritz-Carlton and Loews Hotels and Founder of BJH Consulting, Bruce Himelstein,at the Cafe to discuss the cur
It's my 100th show.  I want to thank my subscribers, listeners and guests I am pleased and honored to welcome to the show Bruce Himelstein, Founder of The BJH Group.  Bruce is a Sales & Marketing Expert, Speaker, Facilitator, and Consultant. His career includes…Chief Sales & Marketing Office for Ritz-Carlton Hotels, President Oceania Cruises, and Chief Marketing Officer, Loews Hotels & Resorts....
54m Jul 09, 2020
54m
S1 Ep1900: Episode #48 – Artificial Intelligence for Human Resources: Ben Eubanks
Ben Eubanks   Today's guest is Ben Eubanks. SAFFIRE LEGAL PC’s founder and principal attorney Teresa McQueen talks with Ben about Artificial Intelligence.               Workplace Perspective is a regular podcast series for employers and employees focusing on education, training, and the law to help organizations of all sizes develop and maintain successful employer / employee relation...
26m Jul 08, 2020
26m
Kari Janavitz "Leader in Highlight"
Meet Kari Janavitz, Chief Marketing Officer of TE Connectivity. Listen to WE Founder Jackie Mattox ’s interview with Kari, who discusses the value of “outside-in” thinking, planning for the future to maintain momentum, and eliciting different perspectives to maximize your professional growth. Kari is a fierce agent for change and holds a strong belief that mentorship comes from all sides—includ...
18m Jul 08, 2020
18m
S1 Ep1899: #158 Terry Hershey – The Content of Our Character
Show Notes  I’m really interested in how our show evolves today, because I think today’s topic may be the most challenging we have ever discussed. What we are going to talk about is something that money can’t buy, translates into all languages, and yet it takes enormous desire, time and discipline to cultivate. And it may be the most important measure of who we are in a free society. And that i...
49m Jul 08, 2020
49m
S1 Ep1898: Trademarks, Patents and Copyrights, oh my!
There are many reasons to protect your brand's trademark. It seems obvious, yet so many businesses find themselves letting their trademark lapse or allowing it to be modified or misused.  This causes market confusion or, worse, allows your competitors to take it over potentially. Also, if you own a business or are conducting the marketing for that business, and you use graphics or pictures from...
41m Jul 08, 2020
41m