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The Colorado Business Roundtable engages with leaders from academia, business, community and government to improve the business climate in our state by unapologetically amplifying the voice of business. Business is a force for good in our community, and we’re here to tell the story. On our podcast, A Seat at the Table, President Debbie Brown welcomes thought leaders to discuss the pressing business issues of the day. Our belief is that when business succeeds, people succeed, our communities succeed. Take your own seat at the table and listen in on these vital conversations.
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Monday Jun 29, 2020
U.S. Global Leadership Coalition featuring J.M. Ascienzo
Monday Jun 29, 2020
Monday Jun 29, 2020
J.M. Ascienzo is the Central Outreach Director of the U.S. Global Leadership Coalition. The US GLC works in our nation’s capital and across the country to strengthen America’s civilian-led tools — development and diplomacy — alongside defense. By advocating for a strong International Affairs Budget, the USGLC is working to make America’s international affairs programs a keystone of U.S. foreign policy.
J.M. joins the USGLC after serving as Government Relations Officer at National Peace Corps Association (NPCA), where J.M. strengthened the organization’s Capitol Hill, grasstops and grassroots advocacy efforts, and led the #ProtectPeaceCorps campaign. Prior to joining NPCA, J.M. was a Peace Corps Volunteer for three years in northern and southern Thailand. He also taught ESL in South Korea and Vietnam, and was an AmeriCorps VISTA volunteer in Seattle. J.M. grew up all over Montgomery County, MD, and graduated from Auburn University with a B.A. in history.
On this week's show, J.M. discusses the work of the USGLC, how Colorado is a microcosm of United States diplomacy and trade, the importance of the U.S. maintaining its strong leadership role in current affairs, including the global effort to defeat COVID-19, and more. He makes a powerful case for strong international policy in achieving the United States' economic, diplomatic, and humanitarian goals.
Hosted by Colorado Business Roundtable President Debbie Brown.
Monday Jun 22, 2020
Financial Planning and Fiduciary Responsibility with Matthew Adrian
Monday Jun 22, 2020
Monday Jun 22, 2020
Matthew Adrian of G5 Financial Group specializes in establishing and monitoring retirement plans for his clients. Plan types include 401(k) and 403(b), profit sharing and non-qualified deferred compensation. He also works with small businesses on their strategic planning and assists individuals with their individual investment management.
On this week's episode, Matthew shares his journey into finance, shares some overarching philosophy that people should consider when thinking about their financial goals, discusses his philosophy on giving back to the community, and shares a great story about legendary University of Alabama Football Coach Bear Bryant.
Hosted by Colorado Business Roundtable President Debbie Brown.
Securities and Advisory Services offered through Geneos Wealth Management, Inc. Member FINRA/SIPC
Monday Jun 15, 2020
Gene Therapy and Bioscience featuring Sally Dyer
Monday Jun 15, 2020
Monday Jun 15, 2020
Sally Dyer is Vice President of Manufacturing Operations for the AveXis Longmont Manufacturing Center. Avexis is dedicated to developing and commercializing gene therapies for patients and families devastated by rare and life-threatening neurological genetic diseases.
Sally was appointed to this role in April of 2019. She is accountable for the overall business and performance of the site. She works with a highly skilled team of leaders who use the company values of Integrity, Tenacity and Teamwork to delivery high quality products to our patients.
On this week's show Sally shares her own road into her current role, the important work AveXis is doing, the current moment of uncertainty and how her company and industry plays its role, and much more.
Hosted by Colorado Business Roundtable President Debbie Brown.
Monday Jun 08, 2020
Monday Jun 08, 2020
Recorded May 26, 2020.
Todd Davis is starting Inside Linebacker for the Denver Broncos, a member of the Super Bowl 50 Championship roster, and a 7-year pro. He's also the founder of A+ P.L.U.S. Living, a 501c3 Not for Profit Organization, which is focused on empowering tomorrow’s leaders. A+ Living provides fortification to get kids A.A.M.P’d (Academics, Athletics, Motivation and social Participation) responsibly by providing programs and events that encourage leadership in today’s youth.
On this week's show, Todd discusses his road to the NFL, his belief in old fashioned hard work in being the difference to getting ahead, and his foundation. Todd has a compelling story, a warm disposition, and the result is an entertaining and informative conversation.
Hosted by Colorado Business Roundtable President Debbie Brown.
Monday Jun 01, 2020
Civic Leadership and Opioid Crisis Response featuring Heidi Williams
Monday Jun 01, 2020
Monday Jun 01, 2020
Heidi Williams is the Director of Opioid Response for the Colorado Attorney General and is the former Mayor of Thornton. She also serves as board President for Ralston House Child Advocacy Center, is on the Board of Directors for Front Range Community College Foundation, and to support her children, she is vice-chair of the Valley District executive committee for Boy Scouts of America. Heidi graduated Summe cum Laude with a bachelor’s degree in Political Science in 2017 and earned her master’s degree in public administration from CU Denver in 2018.
On this week's show, Heidi discusses what led to her pursuit of and service in public office, disliking the "politics of politics," and how to work together to find solutions with people who have different values than herself. She also discusses her new role in addressing the opioid crisis as part of the Colorado Attorney General's office, how settlement money from opioid manufacturers and distributors is being used, and how the business community can contribute positively to ending this problem.
Hosted by Colorado Business Roundtable President Debbie Brown.