The COVID-19 pandemic brought to light that no matter what resources you could afford we all faced the same reality of being stuck at home for various lockdowns. The demand for change in accessible healthcare, patient rights, healthcare directi

January 2022: The Future is Predictable

Jan 20th, 2022 36m 36s

For companies both large and small, there’s always one lingering question: what’s coming in the future and how do I get my business there? The future is predictable, but the outcomes are not. As we kickoff 2022, we sit down with Business Futuri

December 2021: A look back at #ConnectingBusiness

Dec 16th, 2021 19m 25s

As we look back on the year–and what a year it was– Connecting Business brought insightful conversations on how businesses have thrived and pivoted when it matters most. Through challenging times, our guests brought their A-games. We sat dow

November 2021: The Power Behind Marketing Your Core Values to Bring Your Brand to Life

Nov 11th, 2021 30m 3s

Every brand has a story. From Green Beret soldiers fighting in Afghanistan to award winning bourbon, the team behind Horse Soldier Bourbon uses authentic storytelling and shared values to market their all-american spirits. In this episode, we s

October 2021: Experts Bring Insight on Protecting Your Business Amid Rising Cybersecurity Concerns

Oct 14th, 2021 34m 17s

Cybersecurity, identity theft, data backup. If you’re plugged in, these are all terms you should familiarize yourself with as cyber-attacks are on the rise with hackers continually getting more creative. In this episode, cybersecurity experts f

Episode 12: K-12 Leaders & Educators Embrace Technology in Education

Sep 13th, 2021 25m 22s

Chromebooks, Smartboards and ClassDojo. Long before the pandemic, technology was becoming a staple and enabling students, teachers and parents to engage in new and exciting ways beyond the classroom. Last year, technology kept students and educ

Episode 11: The New Hybrid Workspace & How Businesses Are Adapting

Aug 16th, 2021 26m 7s

A LinkedIn editor and a Chief Human Resource Officer - What do they have in common? A passion for people. Jordyn Dahl, Entrepreneurship Editor at LinkedIn and Mary Michaels, Chief Human Resources Officer at Windstream Communications discuss how

Episode 10: How Digital Transformation has Helped Independent Retailers Find Success

Jul 5th, 2021 33m 44s

Cookie dough and stationery. They’re not typically associated with retail success through digital transformation. So how did Kelsey Moreira of Doughp: Legit Cookie Dough and Chandra Greer of Greer Chicago find themselves on top of the retail ga

Episode 9: Why Diversity, Equity & Inclusion is Good for Business ROI

Jun 7th, 2021 34m 29s

Join host Christina Munoz as she discusses the importance of Diversity Equity and Inclusion (DE&I) with Blake Woolsey, Chief Communications and Development Officer at Heartland Forward, and Michael McCathern, Executive Director at the John Max

Episode 8: How To Be A Military Friendly Business

May 10th, 2021 23m 13s

In honor of Military Appreciation Month, Host Christina Munoz leads a panel of current and retired military personnel to share the benefits of being a Military Friendly Employer. Her guests, Sergeant First Class Kris Perkins – Principal Lewisbu

Episode 7: The Cost-Effectiveness of Employee Assistance Programs

Apr 5th, 2021 17m 50s

Join host Christina Munoz for her conversation with Maggie Young, President of Southwest EAP about helping employees manage their mental health and work stresses. Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs) are one of the most cost-effective benefits

Episode 6: The Keys to Mentorship and Professional Development in Building Successful Sales Teams

Mar 8th, 2021 21m 5s

Join host Christina Munoz for her interview of Jennifer Lindsey, Director of Sales for Kinetic Business Kentucky. Jennifer discusses the importance of mentors and professional development as keys to being a successful sales leader. Ms. Lindsey

Episode 5: The Importance of Community Involvement and Relationship Building for Black Entrepreneurs

Feb 8th, 2021 24m 22s

Join host Christina Munoz as she interviews Dr. Fitz Hill, Executive Director of the Scott Ford Center for Entrepreneurship. Dr. Hill discusses the importance of relationship building between African American owned businesses, banks, lending in

Episode 4: Business Networking and Relationship Building in a Pandemic

Jan 14th, 2021 22m 23s

Join host Christina Munoz as she interviews Jesse Purcell, director of the Hardin County Chamber and Business Alliance in Kenton, Ohio. Munoz and Purcell talk about how small businesses need to pivot to be successful without the benefit of face

Starting and Growing a Business: How One Tech Entrepreneur Beat the Pandemic

Dec 10th, 2020 22m 54s

Join host Christina Munoz as she interviews entrepreneur Renee Sobotka for insights on how True North Technology of Lincoln, Nebraska, grew despite the pandemic. Hear Sobotka share her journey from financial analyst and banker to technology bus

The Importance of Building Professional Networks

Nov 10th, 2020 24m 4s

Keeping Business Connected in a Remote Work Environment

Oct 28th, 2020 21m 31s

Host Christina Munoz interviews Lorenzo Clark, National Vice President of Inside Sales and Account Management at Kinetic by Windstream, for his insights on how his business successfully moved to remote work as the Coronavirus pandemic forced Ki

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