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039: Learning what works for you in networking with Stacey Brown

Stacey Brown Randall has one focus in life. To help others avoid business failure. She knows – she’s been there, done that and has the t-shirt. What Stacey learned when her first business failed – and through years of researching successful businesses – is now what is making all the difference with her current business’ […]

038: Finding the connection with Jennifer Walther

Jennifer is an attorney who has been representing employers in labor and employment matters since 1990. She regularly counsels employers on all aspects of the employment relationship, including hiring, discipline and discharge, leaves of absence, resolving discrimination complaints, and other legal compliance issues. When necessary, she defends employers in employment litigation in federal and state […]

037: Overcoming mutual discomfort in networking with Adam Sherlip

Ep: 37 Featuring: Adam Sherlip About Adam Sherlip Born in Brooklyn and now living north of the border in Quebec City, Adam Sherlip is the Executive Director and Founder of The Hockey Foundation, a 501(c)(3) charitable non-profit with a mission to change lives via hockey. Founded in 2009, The Hockey Foundation has to date donated […]

036: Finding your hubs of interest to engage and consume with Bill Wagner

Bill Wagner is the director of product marketing at ARI Network Services, Inc. Prior to joining ARI in October 2015, Wagner served as the owner and principal marketing scientist for Marketing Science Group LLC and has led marketing teams at Badger Meter, Racine Federated Inc., Direct Supply, and ABB. Bill is a sought-after speaker on […]

035: Doing things that scare you when networking with Todd Herbert

Todd Herbert is a life-long educator with over 36 years of experience working in public school, corporate and non-profit learning settings. He has led teams responsible for the creation of instructional resources and the design of learning environments using a range of media and strategies. His approach has always been to drive alignment of learning […]

034: Valuing others in networking in a human way with Phil Gerbyshak

Phil Gerbyshak works with salespeople, marketers and leaders to increase their influence, impact and ultimately, their income. Phil believes in the power of social selling and connection. With a unique speaking style—part sales expert, part entertainer—Phil Gerbyshak keeps his audiences awake and engaged while providing actionable steps to bring in more leads, more referrals, and […]

033: Overcoming your fears and building relationships with Erik Ljung

Erik Ljung is a freelance Producer and Director of Photography currently based in the Midwest. His debut feature length documentary The Blood is at the Doorstep is slated to have its world premiere at the 2017 SXSW Film Festival. He has produced content and short documentaries for the New York Times, VICE News, Al Jazeera, […]

032: Building a plan to make the most of every networking event from Kim Dandrea

Kim has been working with as a Private Client Risk Executive with M3 Insurance since 2015. Before that, she was a Personal Lines Insurance Manager and a Managing Producer for IFS. Formerly graduating from St. Norbert College in 1986, she’s been lead to take on a position as the current YMCA Board Manager and Major Gift Foundation […]

031: Creating mutually beneficial relationships with Diane Darling

Not one to be shy about challenges, Diane Darling did standup comedy in order to overcome her fear of public speaking. An adventurous soul, she once raised her hand when a magician asked for volunteers. Not knowing what was to follow, she found herself sawed in half by a chainsaw. She was beside herself. At […]