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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Progressive Strategies for Today’s Working Environment
WE Founder and President Jackie Mattox converses with Alma Arroyo of Ohmite and Mallerie Merchant of R.C. Merchant on the essentials of working in today’s business environment. Support the show (http://www.womeninelectronics.com)
10m Jul 07, 2020
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CASA Orange County Shares How They Are Serving Foster Youth During the Pandemic
Host Bart Zandbergen was joined in the virtual studio by Regan Phillips, CEO of CASA Orange County, to discuss how their dedicated organization is rising to the challenge of serving foster youth in our COVID-19 world. Regan began her journey with CASA many years ago as an intern in NYC while studying for the bar. Her heart was captivated by CASA’s mission, which eventually led her to her curren...
28m Jul 03, 2020
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S1 Ep1897: #157 Darrel Larson – When Helping Hurts
Show Notes  Today I plan to dedicate our show to an unsung but essential topic: I want to discuss the potential shortcomings related to economic and social aid to the Developing World, (or in old terms, 3rd World countries). Basically, the question is this: is your investment in the poor and disenfranchised in the Developing World being administrated with the longer term needs of communities be...
57m Jul 01, 2020
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Why WE? - WEdnesdays with WE
Diane Sweeney, WE Communications & Marketing Chair and Director global Sales Enablement for TE Connectivity, chats with Genae Mowery, Sales Enablement Digital Content Manager at TE Connectivity and Debbie Martin, Marketing & Communications for TDK Electronics, Inc about the value of their WE membership.  Support the show (http://www.womeninelectronics.com)
13m Jun 30, 2020
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S1 Ep1896: Mental Illness Addiction and Hope-Dr. Jim Stout
It was the watershed moment in my life. I don’t say that just looking back. I knew it at the time. A decision had to be made and there would be no turning back. I was mentally, spiritually, and physically exhausted.I had studied, laboriously studied. That’s what I do when I get stuck in a corner. I figure I must be in that corner because I didn’t know enough.  Then I feel stupid. How can you no...
38m Jun 30, 2020
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S1 Ep1895: Clarity in Confusion-Kent Burklow
 I watched a humorous video the other day which showed a horse race with a mock announcer calling out the silly horse names which were made analogous to the trending solutions for the virus called Corona. “Shelter in Place” is rounding the curve followed closely by “Daily Briefings”. Here comes “Doctor Fauci” … you get the point. It was hard not to laugh but as one got weary of the point being ...
32m Jun 30, 2020
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S1 Ep1894: From Editor to Global PR Leader, a New Twist (or Pitch) on PR and Life-Changing Connections
Justin Breen, CEO & Founder of BrEpic Communications, joins me at the Business Growth Cafe to discuss his journey from newspaper editor to global PR leader/storyteller and his approach for building success for brands.  As a newspaper editor receiving countless press releases from PR firms, Justin recognized there was a better way to create click-worthy stories that local, regional national and ...
35m Jun 30, 2020
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S1 Ep1893: #156 Ashley Stanley: Limiting Beliefs
Show Notes  I think the show today show is so timely for June of 2020. Not only is the entire world continuing to contend with the limitations and restrictions of a pandemic, we in the US also find ourselves in a time that calls for deep reflection, both personal and social. Our show today is all about deep personal reflection. I so look forward to chatting with successful entrepreneur Ashley S...
59m Jun 26, 2020
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S1 Ep1892: Launching a new product or service is never straight line to success
Paul Wirth, entrepreneur, EOS Implementor and Founder & Facilitator at CEO Axxess joins me at the Business Growth Cafe to discuss his new venture and the path to identity and bring a new product/service to market.    
46m Jun 25, 2020
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S1 Ep1891: Episode #47 – Reverse Mentoring: Michael Sorell
Michael Sorell     Today's guest is Michael Sorell. SAFFIRE LEGAL PC’s founder and principal attorney Teresa McQueen talks with Michael about Reverse Mentoring.           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 relatio...
25m Jun 24, 2020
25m
Mason Taylor Associates Shares the State of the Residential Real Estate Market
Host Bart Zandbergen was joined in the virtual studio by Dylan Mason and Mark Taylor of Taylor Mason Associates. In this episode the trio discuss the state of the Orange County, California real estate market as well as some of the industry changes due to COVID-19. Established in 2010, Mason Taylor Associates was formed over a mutual commitment to exceptional client service, integrity, and perso...
27m Jun 24, 2020
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The Value of Meaningful Mentorship - WEdnesdays with WE
Holly Good, National Chapter Chair talks with Aubrie Nooney, WE Mentee Chair/PEI Genesis and Sue Breault, WE Mentor Chair/ about the WE Mentorship Program and the value it brings to the women in the industry. Support the show (http://www.womeninelectronics.com)
7m Jun 23, 2020
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S1 Ep1890: Be kind, considerate and empathetic…life lessons of inspiration
In today’s show, I wanted to get real and talk about life.  There is so much happening in our world I get concerned that we are losing sight of the important things that make us who we are.   I found inspiration from the author Regina Brett. The night before her 45th birthday after being diagnosed with breast cancer, she wrote down 45 life lessons and eventually turned them into a bestselling b...
28m Jun 23, 2020
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S1 Ep1889: Generations Style Now with Ryan Gaffney
Since the world seems very upside down these days, let us begin with an upside down story. Many people do not realize that most prestigious universities were begun with one of their primary emphasis being to train ministers. Harvard and Yale were Puritan schools. Harvard was named after a Christian minister. Yale was started by a clergyman. Princeton defined Presbyterianism for a long time find...
32m Jun 21, 2020
32m
S1 Ep1888: Jews, Conflict and Culture-Carl Moeller
It is hard to describe the tension in the air and in the spirits of Americans at the time of this broadcast. After three months we were tiring of the shutdown caused by the virus called Corona, perhaps even more tired of the endless pundits discussing reopening the country, when the air got sucked out of the room by the senseless murder of George Floyd on May 25 and then the protests turned to ...
44m Jun 21, 2020
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S1 Ep1887: Plagues, Pandemics and Churches-Carl Trueman
Today we are asking some bigger questions! The famous theologian and boxer Mike Tyson once said: “Everybody has a plan until they get punched in the mouth.” I like that. It rings true today as much of America and the World cowers in their homes in this storm of an invisible virus called Corona. We’ve been punched in the mouth and any plans we had have been put to the test. We’ve heard from more...
29m Jun 21, 2020
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S1 Ep1886: #155 Conversations in Quarantine: Jenn Bork- “Feeling” Fully Alive
Show Notes  Today I really look forward to the show, not so much because of the fascinating content but more because of our ultra fascinating guest… my dear, dear brilliant friend, Jennifer Bork. Now, Jenn comes to us with no breathtaking resume, has authored no books, has no blog, podcast or business that places her atop the so-called social scale of that which most Americans secretly strive f...
58m Jun 19, 2020
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Understanding the Channel - WEdnesdays with WE
As an industry, do we understand and engage with the entire channel? Women in Electronics Founder & President Jackie Mattox, WE National Chapter Lead and Head of Membership Services, Holly Good (Cornell Dubilier Electronics), and WE member and guest speaker Taya Paige, CMM, CIS, HMCC (ITA Group, Inc.) discuss these dynamics in this week's WEdnesdays with WE. Support the show (http://www.womenin...
8m Jun 18, 2020
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S1 Ep1885: #155 Conversations in Quarantine: Jenn Bork- “Feeling” Fully Alive
Show Notes   Today I really look forward to the show, not so much because of the fascinating content but more because of our ultra fascinating guest… my dear, dear brilliant friend, Jennifer Bork. Now, Jenn comes to us with no breathtaking resume, has authored no books, has no blog, podcast or business that places her atop the so-called social scale of that which most Americans secretly strive ...
58m Jun 17, 2020
58m
Dr. Sanjay Grover Discusses the New World of Plastic Surgery and the ZOOM Effect
Host Bart Zandbergen was joined in the virtual studio by Dr. Sanjay Grover. A respected plastic surgeon and expert on aesthetics, Dr. Grover is an OC native whose practice is located in Newport Beach, California. Dr. Grover is a gifted and precise plastic surgeon who delivers naturally elegant results that are customized to his patients' preferences as well as their unique anatomical structure....
21m Jun 16, 2020
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S1 Ep1884: Employee happiness can help protect and safeguard your business success
“Happiness depends upon ourselves.” – Aristotle Happiness is not something ready-made. It comes from your own actions.” – Dalai Lama I’m joined today by Nic Marks Founder of Friday Pulse https://www.fridaypulse.com/, a Statistician, Happiness expert, and TED speaker. Happiness is a relatively new area of science influencing organizational development -- the science of happiness for a profession...
43m Jun 16, 2020
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S1 Ep1883: Merging Science and Meditation to Improve Cannabis' Effectiveness, with Emily Earlenbaugh PhD
Emily Earlenbaugh shares what inspired her approach to cannabis use, and some of the challenges facing cannabis research today. www.mindfulcannabis.com/
24m Jun 15, 2020
24m
Michael Knight "Leader in Highlight" Part 4
In this 4th and final session of our 4 Part Series, Michael Knight, President of TTI Semiconductor Group advises industry leaders and rising talent to create their own destiny, live with integrity and purpose, and be authentic. He talks about the importance of staying curious and how continual learning is essential for personal satisfaction and professional development. Michael explains how his...
16m Jun 11, 2020
16m
Michael Knight "Leader in Highlight" Part 2
In Part 2 of the “WE” 4 Part series with Michael Knight, WE Founder and President, Jackie Mattox, inquires about Michael’s initial start in life as a biologist, falling into sales by chance, and ultimately becoming President of the TTI Semiconductor Group. Michael talks about the value of mentorship and strategic relationships being critical components of success in business and in life. Michae...
21m Jun 11, 2020
21m
Michael Knight "Leader in Highlight" Part 3
In Part 3 of the “WE” 4 Part Series with Michael Knight, Founder and President, Jackie Mattox converses with Michael regarding recruitment of youth into the industry and his speaking opportunities at University of Texas. Michael’s keynote presentation, “Coding Diversity into Technology”makes the case for diversity and unconscious bias awareness.  Michael advises us to consider succession planni...
18m Jun 11, 2020
18m
Investment Industry Insights from PIMCO’s Executive Vice President Kevin Winters
Host Bart Zandbergen was joined in the virtual studio by Kevin Winters of PIMCO. Kevin is an Executive Vice President and alternatives strategist in the Newport Beach office, specializing in distribution of PIMCO’s registered and private market strategies to global wealth management clients. Previously, he was the business head for PIMCO’s RIA and multi-family office team, where he led distribu...
29m Jun 10, 2020
29m
S1 Ep1882: Episode #46 – Civility and Gender Bias in the Practice of Law: Andrew Friedman
Andrew Friedman       Today's guest is Andrew Friedman. SAFFIRE LEGAL PC’s founder and principal attorney Teresa McQueen talks with Andrew about the Civility and Gender Bias in the Practice of Law.           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 ...
25m Jun 10, 2020
25m
Michael Knight "Leader in Highlight" Part 1
Interested in learning more about Michael Knight? Women in Electronics Founder and President, Jackie Mattox, interviews Michael Knight, President of TTI Semiconductor Group, in the first of a four part series. In this episode, Michael shares his personal passions and also describes how his curious nature fuels his continual thirst for professional development . He talks about his upbringing tha...
21m Jun 10, 2020
21m
Don Akery "Leader in Highlight" Part 3
In this 3rd part session of our interview series, Don Akery continues the conversation with WE Founder and President, Jackie Mattox, regarding innovation and encourages us to learn the technical aspects of the industry (despite technical background), be disciplined in reaching our goals, and maintain a healthy competitive spirit in reaching the various levels in our career journeys.  Support th...
14m Jun 09, 2020
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S1 Ep1881: Communication tools and infrastructure in the new normal business world
Brian Andersen, Digital transformation specialist and founder of Telecomphrensive Solutions works with businesses to help them think through their technology strategy, focusing on customer experience, employee satisfaction, security, and ease of use in the new normal of remote workers. Life changed two-plus months ago as employees headed home to work as a result of the Coronavirus.  Who thought...
37m Jun 09, 2020
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