Synapse CEO, Bryan Berry, talks about this year's Synapse Golf tournament with Hubcast host Jay Smack, how to get involved, and the great Richmond nonprofits that this signature event benefits.

Dawn Mullarney - Gilda's Club, Madison, WI

Aug 13th, 2021 21m 57s

Madison, WI community banker and podcaster, Dawn Mullarney, a self-admitted "unique connector", is this week's Synapse Hubcast interview. From our first virtual involvement with Dawn through our visit with her and other friends in Madison, we f

Paula Pardel - Bloom Matchmaking

Jul 9th, 2021 31m 7s

If you are tired of or never would consider swiping right and left, Bloom Matchmaking is for you. Bloom Matchmaking owner, Paula Pardel, has devoted herself to helping people find true connection as safely and effectively as possible. Her deter

Addilynn Holloman - Life Coach

Jul 7th, 2021 37m 27s

In this episode, Addilynn Holloman gets down to the core of her coaching philosophy and artfully explains how it can be best leveraged by people looking to manage and more fully live a better life. Coping with stress and anxiety, even in a post

Elizabeth Tollis - Design Your Work Life

Jun 9th, 2021 27m 4s

With a husband in medical school and their first child on the way, business coach Elizabeth Tollis has taken the time to practice what she preaches to her clients. Being intentional about designing your business life so that it fits with your p

Virginia Nonprofit and Synapse Member Troopster

Jun 7th, 2021 16m 46s

Troopster's Haley Aguilar tells us all about these Richmond (June 17) vs. Coastal (June 24) events to see who'll send more care packages and provide more smiles to our deployed heroes. Find out about Troopster's mission and how these two events

The Synapse 007 Meeting Experience

May 14th, 2021 30m 46s

Synapse Founder Keith Reynolds explains the process and power behind the Synapse 007 meeting concept, what it means for nonprofits not in the Synapse network, and how the "drive it before you buy it" concept continues to pay dividends.

Jane M Powers & Jay Smack Talk Podcast Speaks

Apr 23rd, 2021 37m 45s

Synapse Hubcast host, Jay Smack, and entrepreneur extraordinaire, Jane M. Powers, talk about their upcoming April 29 and 30 Podcast Speaks event. If you are a podcast host, a podcast guest, or both, this event will show you how to grow your bu

Andrew Price - Fulton Bank and Synapse Hub Honcho

Apr 7th, 2021 30m 4s

Fulton Mortgage Manager, Randolph-Macon College grad and basketball broadcaster, and Synapse Hub 018 Hub Honcho, Andrew Price, joins Jay Smack for a lively conversation that spans the gamut from the mortgage landscape, broadcasting, his role in

Matthew Currin - Convene Communities

Apr 5th, 2021 35m 58s

A retired USMC helicopter pilot and former helicopter EMS pilot, Matthew Currin learned invaluable lessons in the military and brought those learnings and serious leadership and communications skills to his 10 years in the making project, Conve

Super Dave Smith - Techsmith Systems

Mar 22nd, 2021 35m 23s

Ever since "Super" Dave Smith flew into the Synapse Sphere, he has made an impact. This caped entrepreneur, who owns and operates Techsmith Systems, has an outsized personality and giving heart to match. Spend a lively session with Super Dave.

Katie Zacherle - Integrity Home Mortgage

Mar 18th, 2021 26m 42s

While the housing market continues to be a wild and woolly experience for buyers, sellers, and real estate professionals alike, Synapse member Katie Zacherle offers solid, calm-in-the-storm advice and talks about her nonprofit passion, family,

David Hebel - Synapse Hub Honcho and Richmond Realtor

Mar 1st, 2021 22m 30s

Long-time Richmond, VA resident, David Hebel, is the prototypical Synapse member. A blend of community-minded volunteer and businessman with a strong ethical center.

Synapse Phoenix - Jane M and Denise M Powers

Feb 26th, 2021 47m 15s

The Synapse model of facilitating connections between businesses and nonprofit groups for community and economic development takes root in Phoenix, AZ, spearheaded by two powerhouse women on a mission.

Cancer Care Services - Forth Worth, TX

Feb 19th, 2021 39m 56s

This insightful Hubcast brings Cancer Care Services Donor Relations Manager Rhea Jackson and Board Member Dr. Stevie Dawn in to talk about their Fort Worth, TX nonprofit that helps both cancer patients and caregivers navigate the myriad of issu

Entrepreneur Talk From The Trenches

Feb 15th, 2021 40m 32s

Sam Anderson and Hez Butler have ramped up a number of businesses on their own and now have teamed up to form another enterprise in Richmond, VA. They discuss the ups and downs, risks, and rewards of being their own boss.

Cherie Blazer & Company - Boomer Connections

Dec 2nd, 2020 34m 59s

Synapse member, Cherie Blazer, founded Boomer Connections with three other women who own small businesses that service the 50+ population. They saw a need and the opportunity to make a difference. Listen to their story.

Vinny Abbott - Graduate of the Henrico Fire Training Academy

Nov 6th, 2020 34m 51s

Vinny Abbott, a recent graduate of the Henrico Fire Training Academy, talks about the rigors of training, the circuitous career path that led him to be his now first responder role, and how serving the community has been baked into his DNA.

Jamie Sollog ER Nurse

Nov 2nd, 2020 23m 34s

ER Nurse Jamie Sollog has been on the front line of the COVID-19 battle at Henrico Doctor's Hospital since day one. Her perspective and insights are enlightening. This is an important in-the-moment interview.

Jane M Powers - Catching the Synapse Vibe

Oct 6th, 2020 43m 2s

In this must-listen Hubcast, award-winning international speaker and sales trainer, Jane M Powers, talks about becoming part of the Synapse community, her business, teaching others to speak with confidence and sell with authority and why Synaps

Melissa Frank - Struggle Well

Oct 2nd, 2020 1h 1m

After enduring a tough upbringing, failed relationships, alcohol abuse, and ultimately a life-changing event that landed her in jail, Melissa Frank is now on the road back after discovering a book and her self-worth. Hear her compelling story.

Andrea Starr - Forward Foundation Ride

Sep 22nd, 2020 27m 9s

Forward Foundation Executive Director, Andrea Starr, talks about The Forward Foundation's important mission and their collaboration with Synapse Hubcast, Good Eye Podcast host, and avid cyclist, Jay Smack, to put together a family-friendly virt

Mount Skylight the Film with Ryan Cudahy and Alex Troisi

Sep 18th, 2020 27m 36s

"Mount Skylight" Director/Producer, Ryan Cudahy and Co-Producer, Alex Troisi, talk about their Sci-Fi Thriller feature-length project to be filmed entirely in Virginia and the challenges of movie-making while Ryan and Hubcast host, Jay Smack, g

RVA 5th Anniversary Charity Golf Tournament

Sep 16th, 2020 19m 10s

In this lively Hubcast, Executive Directors from The Relationship Foundation of Virginia, Make-A-Wish Greater Virginia and Sportable talk about the RVA 2020 Charity Golf Tournament powered by Synapse and how it will benefit them.

Hallie Hovey-Murray - Gordian Partners

Sep 9th, 2020 34m 20s

In her young life and brief career, you can say Hallie Hovey-Murray hasn’t done it all, but she's come close. Lawyer, speaker, advocate, nonprofit founder, talent competition winner, ventriloquist - you get the idea. Listen in as we talk with H