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Wendy Patel, HR Solutions Atlanta, and Marika Ponton, Office Angels and The Profitability Coach

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Wendy Patel, HR Solutions Atlanta, Marika Ponton, Office Angels, with Bill McDermott, The Profitability Coach
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Wendy Patel, HR Solutions Atlanta, Marika Ponton, Office Angels, with Bill McDermott, The Profitability Coach

Wendy Patel, HR Solutions Atlanta, and Marika Ponton, Office Angels and The Profitability Coach (ProfitSense with Bill McDermott, Episode 58)

ProfitSense host Bill McDermott welcomes Wendy Patel, HR Solutions Atlanta, and Marika Ponton of Office Angels to this episode of ProfitSense. Wendy discusses common HR challenges, emphasizing the importance of a positive mindset in recruitment and strategies to avoid legal issues, enhance employee engagement, and rebuild trust within teams. Marika Ponton shares insights on the flexible virtual services provided by Office Angels and announces her new role with The Profitability Coach. This show highlights the importance of adopting core values and perseverance for business growth, offering practical advice on recruitment, management, and achieving profitability.

Bill concludes the show with a commentary on the two things you shouldn’t neglect as you run your business.

ProfitSense with Bill McDermott is sponsored and presented by Bill McDermott, The Profitability Coach, and the show is produced by John Ray and the North Fulton Studio of Business RadioX® in Alpharetta.

Wendy Patel, CEO/President, HR Solutions Atlanta

Wendy Patel, HR Solutions Atlanta
Wendy Patel, HR Solutions Atlanta

Wendy Patel is the founder and CEO of HR Solutions Atlanta.

HR Solutions Atlanta specializes in working with skilled trades industries including plumbing, janitorial, HVAC, construction, logistics and landscaping.

They provide recruiting, policy and procedure implementation, process and system automation, employee manuals and best practice recommendations to minimize risk and maximize productivity and employee engagement.

Website | Wendy’s LinkedIn

Marika Ponton, Office Angels and The Profitability Coach

Marika Ponton, Office Angels
Marika Ponton, Office Angels and The Profitability Coach

Combine an in-depth accounting background of a CPA, an outgoing personality of a business development professional and an unwavering drive to help small business owners and entrepreneurs grow and command their businesses to achieve their goals and you have Marika Ponton.

Her unique background as an auditor, a successful flooring business owner, and now with Office Angels allows her to serve clients using deep personal experience to relate to business owners regarding their financials, their internal operations, and their goals for new business and growth.

Website | Marika’s LinkedIn

Topics Discussed in this Interview

00:00 Welcome to ProfitSense
01:11 Introducing Today’s Guests: Wendy Patel & Marika Ponton
01:27 Deep Dive into HR Solutions with Wendy Patel
04:36 Unlocking the Secrets to Effective Staffing and HR Management
08:21 Transitioning to Performance Reviews and Recruitment Strategies
15:59 Marika Ponton: From Office Angels to Profitability Coaching
21:49 Exploring Business Growth Tips and Virtual Professional Services
27:54 Closing Thoughts: Core Values and Perseverance in Business

About ProfitSense and Your Host, Bill McDermott

Transforming Communication in the Workplace, with Cooper Camak, Speaking Up Your Game

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Cooper Camak, Speaking Up Your Game

Transforming Communication in the Workplace, with Cooper Camak, Speaking Up Your Game (North Fulton Business Radio, Episode 769)

On this episode of North Fulton Business Radio, John Ray interviews Cooper Camak from Speaking Up Your Game, dedicated to enhancing workplace communication through coaching and consulting. Cooper emphasizes helping individuals overcome nervousness and improve their abilities to convey ideas clearly and confidently, aiming at those looking to ascend in their careers and those struggling with effective communication. Sharing his journey from a struggling analyst to a communication coach, he highlights the importance of relevant, clear, and well-delivered content. Cooper also addresses overcoming nerves and the misconception about others’ perceptions as major hurdles in public speaking. The episode covers success stories, including the transformation of careers through improved communication skills and effective pitching strategies for businesses. Cooper details his company’s offerings, from one-to-one coaching to corporate workshops and an online course, emphasizing the power of personal and professional growth through better communication.

John Ray is the host of North Fulton Business Radio. The show is recorded and produced from the North Fulton studio of Business RadioX® inside Renasant Bank in Alpharetta.

Cooper Camak, Speaking Up Your Game

Cooper Camak, Speaking Up Your Game
Cooper Camak, Speaking Up Your Game

Cooper has coached over 180 people since starting public speaking coaching in 2018.  He consistently has resounding reviews for his approach.  His clients work at companies such as The Home Depot, Visa, Deloitte, Wayfair and the US Department of Defense.

Cooper has been speaking, communicating and emceeing since 2002 in business, civic settings and within faith-based organizations.  He spent five years training and deepening his speaking abilities as a member of Toastmasters International and continues to research and study what makes great public speakers.

In his previous roles, Cooper has worked for Coca-Cola and more recently for biotech company Amyris, Inc. in various capacities, including Director, Ecommerce Analytics, which required him to give regular business presentations to various audiences, including executives and the C-suite.

Website | LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | X (Twitter)

Topics Discussed in this Episode

00:00 Welcome to North Fulton Business Radio
01:16 Introducing Cooper Camak and Speaking Up Your Game
02:43 The Journey to Speaking Up Your Game
05:14 Overcoming Nervousness and Enhancing Workplace Communication
24:17 Success Stories and Transformative Coaching
29:46 Closing Thoughts

Renasant Bank and Casa Nuova Italian Restaurant support North Fulton Business Radio

Renasant BankRenasant Bank has humble roots, starting in 1904 as a $100,000 bank in a Lee County, Mississippi, bakery. Since then, Renasant has become one of the Southeast’s strongest financial institutions, with over $13 billion in assets and more than 190 banking, lending, wealth management, and financial services offices in Mississippi, Alabama, Tennessee, Georgia, and Florida. All of Renasant’s success stems from each of their banker’s commitment to investing in their communities as a way of better understanding the people they serve. At Renasant Bank, they understand you because they work and live alongside you every day.

Casa Nuova Italian RestaurantCasa Nuova is a proud family-owned and operated restaurant, serving classic, authentic and traditional Italian cuisine and top tier hospitality since 1998.

Casa Nuova is a cook-to-order kitchen, serving traditional fare including pasta, chicken, seafood, veal, vegetarian and gluten-free options, plus daily specials. They are a farm-to-table establishment, meaning that in the summertime, they cultivate their own vegetables in their garden, steps away from the restaurant, including tomatoes, corn, peppers, zucchini, sunflowers and more!

Celebrating more than 25 years, Casa Nuova has become a true staple in the Alpharetta area, serving more than three generations of families, including friends old and new, visiting near and far from all over the metro Atlanta area and beyond.

Website | LinkedIn | Facebook | Instagram

About North Fulton Business Radio and host John Ray

With over 760 shows and having featured over 1,200 guests, North Fulton Business Radio is the longest-running podcast in the North Fulton area, covering business in our community like no one else. We are the undisputed “Voice of Business” in North Fulton!

The show welcomes a wide variety of business, non-profit, and community leaders to get the word out about the important work they’re doing to serve their market, their community, and their profession. There’s no discrimination based on company size, and there’s never any “pay to play.” North Fulton Business Radio supports and celebrates business by sharing positive business stories that traditional media ignore. Some media leans left. Some media leans right. We lean business.

John Ray, Business RadioX - North Fulton, and Owner, Ray Business Advisors
John Ray, Business RadioX – North Fulton, and Owner, Ray Business Advisors

John Ray is the host of North Fulton Business Radio. The show is recorded and produced from the North Fulton studio of Business RadioX® inside Renasant Bank in Alpharetta. You can find the full archive of shows by following this link. The show is available on all the major podcast apps, including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google, Amazon, iHeart Radio, and many others.

The studio address is 275 South Main Street, Alpharetta, GA 30009.

John Ray, The Generosity MindsetJohn Ray also operates his own business advisory practice. John’s services include advising solopreneurs and small professional services firms on their value, their positioning and business development, and their pricing. His clients are professionals who are selling their expertise, such as consultants, coaches, attorneys, CPAs, accountants and bookkeepers, marketing professionals, and other professional services practitioners.

John is the national bestselling author of The Generosity Mindset: A Journey to Business Success by Raising Your Confidence, Value, and Prices.

Driving Economic Development in Roswell with Roswell Inc, with Steve Stroud and John Asbell

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Steve Stroud and John Asbell, Roswell Inc.

Driving Economic Development in Roswell with Roswell Inc, with Steve Stroud and John Asbell (North Fulton Business Radio, Episode 768)

This episode of North Fulton Business Radio, hosted by John Ray, features an interview with Steve Stroud, Executive Director of Roswell Inc, and John Asbell, President of the Board at Roswell Inc and Manager of External Affairs for North Fulton and Forsyth at Georgia Power. The episode discusses the mission and impact of Roswell Inc, a public-private partnership focused on economic development in Roswell, Georgia. Steve Stroud shares insights into how Roswell Inc supports local businesses through understanding and collaboration, while John Asbell emphasizes Georgia Power’s commitment to fostering economic growth in the region. Success stories illustrate Roswell Inc’s role in attracting, retaining, and supporting businesses, highlighting the importance of infrastructure, strategic partnerships, and community engagement in driving economic development. The episode also touches on future projects and the unique challenges and opportunities of economic development in Roswell.

John Ray is the host of North Fulton Business Radio. The show is recorded and produced from the North Fulton studio of Business RadioX® inside Renasant Bank in Alpharetta.

Roswell Inc

As the economic and business development organization for the City of Roswell, Roswell Inc serves as a catalyst for a sustainable, innovative, and vibrant local business community. Their vision is for Roswell to be the best city in the region for innovative, community-minded businesses and entrepreneurs. As a 501(c)6 nonprofit, they have worked with the City of Roswell through a public-private partnership since 2012.

For small businesses and Fortune 500 corporations alike, Roswell Inc supports business success within the city through four core service areas:

  • Business attraction and recruitment
  • Business retention and expansion
  • Industry support
  • Business development

They believe that working in all four of these areas is essential to building a strong, vibrant, and sustainable economy, and this holistic view of economic development is at the heart of their organization. Whether your organization is preparing to launch, expand, or relocate, Roswell Inc opens the door for you.

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Steve Stroud, Executive Director, Roswell Inc

Steve Stroud
Steve Stroud

Steve Stroud is the Executive Director of Roswell Inc, an organization dedicated to fostering economic development through a public-private partnership with the City of Roswell. With over 11 years in this role, Steve has led numerous initiatives to recruit, retain, and promote businesses within the city. Under his leadership, Roswell Inc has successfully marketed an expanded Opportunity Zone, increased the number of certified businesses, and launched various networking, educational, and informative programs aimed at assisting and retaining local businesses.

Steve’s tenure at Roswell Inc includes overseeing more than 550 recruitment, retention, and expansion projects that have created or retained over 6,200 jobs, with notable projects such as the GM Innovation Center, GreyOrange, and the Southern Post mixed-use development. He has fostered open communication lines among business owners, developers, citizens, corporations, nonprofits, and various entities, enhancing the quality of the community.

An active community leader, Steve has served on numerous boards, including the Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce, North Fulton Community Charities, United Way of North Fulton, and Synovus Bank (Atlanta region). His earlier professional experience includes operating Stroud’s Printing & Design in Roswell for 30 years.

A lifelong Roswell native, Steve resides in the city with his wife and daughters. He attended Georgia State University, focusing on political science. Steve’s extensive board memberships and community involvement continue to play a crucial role in shaping the economic landscape and community development of Roswell.

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John Asbell, Manager for External Affairs, North Fulton and Forsyth, Georgia Power, and President of the Board for Roswell Inc

John Asbell
John Asbell

John Asbell is an experienced customer operations and external affairs professional with a demonstrated history of achieving successful business results in the utilities industry. With over 28 years at Georgia Power, he has held leadership roles in sales, customer service, and public relations, including responsibilities in call center operations, key account management, human resources, economic development, and government and community affairs.

In addition to his work with Roswell Inc, John has also been a vital contributor to numerous community and philanthropic efforts. He was named the first chairman of the board for THINC Academy, a school that focuses on machining and manufacturing education, in 2015. His work has led to significant recognition for Georgia Power’s support of legislative affairs in Forsyth County. Moreover, John has been active in the company’s employee volunteer efforts, participating in initiatives such as a Thanksgiving food drive in the North Fulton area and support for a veteran family.

John continues to impact his community and industry through his extensive involvement and leadership.

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Topics Discussed in this Episode

00:00 Welcome to North Fulton Business Radio
01:33 Introducing Roswell Inc: Driving Economic Development
01:58 The Mission and Impact of Roswell Inc
06:22 Georgia Power’s Role and Commitment to Roswell
10:11 The Broader Scope of Economic Development in Roswell
19:45 The Importance of Supporting Existing Businesses
21:17 Strategic Economic Development Insights
21:25 Attracting New Businesses to Roswell
22:28 Leveraging Regional Relationships for Growth
26:28 Future Developments and Infrastructure in Roswell
30:44 Success Stories and Economic Impact
36:33 Closing Remarks and Additional Resources

Renasant Bank and Casa Nuova Italian Restaurant support North Fulton Business Radio

Renasant BankRenasant Bank has humble roots, starting in 1904 as a $100,000 bank in a Lee County, Mississippi, bakery. Since then, Renasant has become one of the Southeast’s strongest financial institutions, with over $13 billion in assets and more than 190 banking, lending, wealth management, and financial services offices in Mississippi, Alabama, Tennessee, Georgia, and Florida. All of Renasant’s success stems from each of their banker’s commitment to investing in their communities as a way of better understanding the people they serve. At Renasant Bank, they understand you because they work and live alongside you every day.

Casa Nuova Italian RestaurantCasa Nuova is a proud family-owned and operated restaurant, serving classic, authentic and traditional Italian cuisine and top tier hospitality since 1998.

Casa Nuova is a cook-to-order kitchen, serving traditional fare including pasta, chicken, seafood, veal, vegetarian and gluten-free options, plus daily specials. They are a farm-to-table establishment, meaning that in the summertime, they cultivate their own vegetables in their garden, steps away from the restaurant, including tomatoes, corn, peppers, zucchini, sunflowers and more!

Celebrating more than 25 years, Casa Nuova has become a true staple in the Alpharetta area, serving more than three generations of families, including friends old and new, visiting near and far from all over the metro Atlanta area and beyond.

Website | LinkedIn | Facebook | Instagram

About North Fulton Business Radio and host John Ray

With over 760 shows and having featured over 1,200 guests, North Fulton Business Radio is the longest-running podcast in the North Fulton area, covering business in our community like no one else. We are the undisputed “Voice of Business” in North Fulton!

The show welcomes a wide variety of business, non-profit, and community leaders to get the word out about the important work they’re doing to serve their market, their community, and their profession. There’s no discrimination based on company size, and there’s never any “pay to play.” North Fulton Business Radio supports and celebrates business by sharing positive business stories that traditional media ignore. Some media leans left. Some media leans right. We lean business.

John Ray, Business RadioX - North Fulton, and Owner, Ray Business Advisors
John Ray, Business RadioX – North Fulton, and Owner, Ray Business Advisors

John Ray is the host of North Fulton Business Radio. The show is recorded and produced from the North Fulton studio of Business RadioX® inside Renasant Bank in Alpharetta. You can find the full archive of shows by following this link. The show is available on all the major podcast apps, including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google, Amazon, iHeart Radio, and many others.

The studio address is 275 South Main Street, Alpharetta, GA 30009.

John Ray, The Generosity MindsetJohn Ray also operates his own business advisory practice. John’s services include advising solopreneurs and small professional services firms on their value, their positioning and business development, and their pricing. His clients are professionals who are selling their expertise, such as consultants, coaches, attorneys, CPAs, accountants and bookkeepers, marketing professionals, and other professional services practitioners.

John is the national bestselling author of The Generosity Mindset: A Journey to Business Success by Raising Your Confidence, Value, and Prices.

Partner Spotlight: Dekalb Tool & Die Manufacturing Capabilities with Ric Grove

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Richard Grove, Wall Control, and Ric Grove, Dekalb Tool & Die
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Richard Grove, Wall Control, and Ric Grove, Dekalb Tool & DiePartner Spotlight: Dekalb Tool & Die Manufacturing Capabilities with Ric Grove (Organization Conversation, Episode 59)

This episode of Organization Conversation, hosted by Richard Grove and sponsored by Wall Control Storage Systems, focuses on highlighting their closest partner, Dekalb Tool & Die. Richard’s father, Ric Grove, joins the conversation to share the history and evolution of Dekalb Tool & Die since its inception in 1968, its growth from serving the automotive industry to a diverse range of sectors, and the importance of skilled labor in the tool & die industry. They discuss the challenges and opportunities in attracting and training new talent, the significance of being a full-service metalworking facility, and how the industry has adapted to changes in manufacturing and labor. The episode also explores the role of employers in creating valuable work environments and the potential for rewarding careers in skilled trades.

Organization Conversation is sponsored by Wall Control. The show is produced by John Ray and the North Fulton studio of Business RadioX® inside Renasant Bank in Alpharetta.

Ric Grove, Dekalb Tool & Die

Ric Grove, Dekalb Tool & Die
Ric Grove, Dekalb Tool & Die

Established in 1968, Dekalb Tool & Die, Inc. specializes in crafting, repairing, and innovating a diverse array of metalworking tools. Whether it’s progressive dies, transfer dies, draw dies, or single hit tooling, they possess the expertise and resources to meet your needs. From CAD design to timely delivery, they ensure comprehensive tooling service.

Beyond their design and build capabilities, they excel as a competitive source for quality metal stampings. With presses ranging from 60 to 1800 tons and coil feed capability up to 60″ wide, their versatility enables them to produce a wide range of stamped metal parts.

Recognized for exceptional customer service and on-time deliveries, they were recently honored with Blue Bird Corporation’s Global Supplier of the Year award. While they take pride in their state-of-the-art equipment and technologies, it’s their skilled employees who remain their most valuable asset.

They invite you to experience their facility firsthand with a personal tour when you’re in the Atlanta area. As you explore their capabilities on their website, they’re ready to address any inquiries and provide assistance. They eagerly anticipate the opportunity to quote on your tooling and metal stamping needs, offering competitive prices and unwavering honesty in their business transactions.

Dekalb Tool and Die values the chance to introduce you to their company and demonstrate their commitment to excellence.

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Topics Discussed in this Episode

00:00 Introduction to Organization Conversation
00:28 Spotlight on Dekalb Tool & Die: A Partner Focus
01:37 The Evolution of Dekalb Tool & Die
07:49 Challenges and Opportunities in the Tool and Die Industry
09:31 The Importance of Skilled Labor and Training
11:46 Encouraging a New Generation in Skilled Trades
17:34 Dekalb Tool & Die’s Customer and Service Evolution
22:51 Reaching Out to Potential Employees and Customers
24:14 Closing Remarks and Additional Resources

About Organization Conversation

Organization Conversation is hosted by Richard Grove and broadcast and produced from the North Fulton studio of Business RadioX® inside Renasant Bank in Alpharetta. You can find the full archive of shows by following this link. The show is available on all the major podcast apps, including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google, Amazon, iHeart Radio, Stitcher, TuneIn, and others.

Richard Grove, Wall Control

Richard Grove, COO, Wall Control, Small Business Consultant, and Host of Organization Conversation

Richard Grove‘s background is in engineering, but what he enjoys most is brand building through relationships and creative marketing. Richard began his career with the Department of Defense as an engineer on the C-5 Galaxy Engineering Team, based out of Warner Robins. While Richard found this experience both rewarding and fulfilling, he always knew deep down that he wanted to return to the small family business that originally triggered his interest in engineering.

Richard came to work for the family business, Dekalb Tool & Die, in 2008 as a Mechanical Engineer. At the time, Wall Control was little more than a small ‘side hustle’ for Dekalb Tool & Die to try to produce some incremental income. There were no “Wall Control” employees, just a small warehouse with a single tool and die maker that would double as an “order fulfillment associate” on the occasion that the original WallControl.com website, which Richard’s grandmother built, pulled in an order.

In 2008, it became apparent that for the family business to survive, they were going to have to produce their own branded product at scale to ensure jobs remained in-house and for the business to continue to move forward. Richard then turned his attention from tool and die to Wall Control to attempt this necessary pivot, and his story with Wall Control began. Since that time, Richard has led Wall Control to significant growth while navigating two recessions.

Outside of Richard’s work at Wall Control, he enjoys helping other business owners, operators, and entrepreneurs along their own paths to success by offering personal business coaching and advice through his website, ConsultantSmallBusiness.com. Richard has developed an expansive and unique skillset, growing and scaling Wall Control through a multitude of challenges to become the successful brand and company it is today. Richard is happy to share his knowledge and experience with others who are looking to do the same within their own businesses.

Connect with Richard:

Instagram | Twitter | LinkedIn | Richard’s Website

About Wall Control

The Wall Control story began in 1968 in a small tool & die shop just outside Atlanta, Georgia. The first of three generations began their work in building a family-based US manufacturer with little more than hard work and the American Dream.

Over the past 50+ years, this family business has continued to grow and expand from what was once a small tool & die shop into an award-winning US manufacturer of products ranging from automobile components to satellite panels and now, the best wall-mounted tool storage system available today, Wall Control.

The Wall Control brand launched in 2003 and is a family-owned and operated business that not only produces a high-quality American Made product but sees the entire design, production, and distribution process happen under their own roof in Tucker, Georgia. Under that same roof, three generations of American Manufacturing are still hard at work creating the best tool storage products available today.

Connect with Wall Control:

Company website | Facebook | Instagram

Immigration Law for Agricultural and Seasonal Workers, with Misty Wilson Borkowski, Hall Booth Smith, P.C.

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Immigration Law for Agricultural and Seasonal Workers, with Misty Wilson Borkowski, Hall Booth Smith, P.C. 
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Immigration Law for Agricultural and Seasonal Workers, with Misty Wilson Borkowski, Hall Booth Smith, P.C. 

Immigration Law for Agricultural and Seasonal Workers, with Misty Wilson Borkowski, Hall Booth Smith, P.C. (Litigators Lounge, Episode 11)

Misty Borkowski returns for another conversation in Litigators Lounge, this time with a focus on immigration law for agricultural and seasonal workers. In this discussion with hosts Jackie Voronov and Shylie Bannon, Misty delves into the H2A and H2B visa programs, outlining the processes and regulations employers must navigate to legally employ migrant workers in the U.S. The conversation also covers the misconceptions surrounding migrant workers, the rigorous compliance and documentation required for employing foreign nationals, including I-9 audits, and the impact of immigration practices on both employers and the U.S. economy. Misty offers insights into the challenges and responsibilities that come with employing migrant labor, from ensuring proper housing and transportation to meeting wage standards and avoiding potential legal pitfalls.

Litigators Lounge is underwritten and presented by Hall Booth Smith. The show is produced by John Ray and the North Fulton studio of Business RadioX®.

Misty Wilson Borkowski, Partner, Hall Booth Smith, P.C.

Misty Wilson Borkowski, Hall Booth Smith, P.C.
Misty Wilson Borkowski, Partner, Hall Booth Smith, P.C.

Misty Borkowski is a Partner in the Little Rock office of Hall Booth Smith, P.C. Her practice focuses on immigration matters, assisting both employers and individuals.

Prior to joining HBS, Misty, who is also fluent in Spanish, was a director at a local law firm, where she served as the designated attorney to aid in PALE (Program of Legal Assistance to Mexican Nationals through External Legal Advice in the United States of America) alongside the Mexican Consulate in Little Rock. She also functioned as the Liaison to Changchun, Little Rock’s Sister City in China.

The Arkansas Supreme Court chose Misty to be a member of the Criminal Justice Act Panel with the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Arkansas and appointed her to the Criminal Practice Committee. She is also an Adjunct Professor at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, Bowen School of Law, where she teaches a course on Immigration Law.

Misty earned her Juris Doctor at the University of Arkansas Little Rock, Bowen School of Law, and her Bachelor of Arts in International Studies at the University of Arkansas Little Rock.

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Topics Discussed in this Episode

00:00 Welcome to Litigators Lounge: A Dive into Workplace Legal Issues
01:00 Introducing the Episode: Immigration Law Series Part Two
02:51 Exploring H2A and H2B Visas: The Basics of Agricultural and Seasonal Workers
08:24 Navigating the Complexities of Employer Compliance and Audits
24:42 Understanding I-9 Compliance and the Importance of Documentation
38:01 Closing Thoughts

About Litigators Lounge

Jackie Voronov and Shylie Bannon, attorneys at Hall Booth Smith who specialize in labor and employment law, are the hosts of the engaging podcast Litigators Lounge. Listen as they delve into the intricate world of workplace legal issues as they explore real-life examples, unpack legal scenarios, and offer expert insights to help organizations and employees navigate the ever-changing legal landscape. With engaging discussions, diverse viewpoints from expert guests, and an ample touch of humor, Litigators Lounge is the go-to source for in-depth analysis and expert advice on law and the workplace.

Litigators Lounge is underwritten and presented by Hall Booth Smith. The show is produced by John Ray and the North Fulton studio of Business RadioX®.

If you have questions or feedback for Jackie and Shylie, feel free to follow this link and email them.

Jackie Voronov, Partner, Hall Booth Smith

Jackie Voronov, Partner, Hall Booth Smith
Jackie Voronov, Partner, Hall Booth Smith

Jackie Voronov is a Partner in Hall Booth Smith’s office in Paramus, New Jersey, and she represents management in a wide variety of employment matters and litigates employment claims before administrative agencies and state and federal courts. Her clients include major hotels, retailers, shipping companies, assisted living facilities and nursing homes, manufacturers, and national fast-food franchisees.

Jackie’s litigation experience includes the defense of employers in single and multi-plaintiff actions on claims of wrongful discharge, sexual harassment, race, national origin, gender, disability and age discrimination, breach of contract, family medical leave, failure to accommodate, retaliation, wage/hour laws, and related tort claims.  Jackie also works with her clients to prepare various employment agreements (including non-compete, confidentiality, independent contractor, and separation agreements). She has extensive experience before various administrative tribunals, including the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), the State Division of Human Rights (SDHR), the Division of Civil Rights (DCR), and other state, federal, and local agencies.

In addition, Jackie frequently conducts management training for employers on a wide variety of employment law topics, such as:

  • EEO/anti-harassment
  • employee recruiting and hiring practices
  • family and medical leave
  • reasonable accommodations for disabilities and religion
  • preventing and investigating harassment, discrimination, and whistleblower claims
  • wage and hour compliance
  • discipline and termination of employees
  • privacy in the workplace

Jackie is regularly invited to speak nationally on best practices and other employment-related issues. Before joining Hall Booth Smith, she worked for one of the country’s largest law firms, where she defended employers in a wide range of labor and employment matters, including wage and hour class actions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), claims related to the New York State Human Rights Law (NSHRL), the New Jersey Law Against Discrimination (LAD), the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA), the New Jersey Conscientious Employee Protection Act (CEPA), and Title VII.

Jackie was selected for inclusion as a New Jersey Rising Star by Super Lawyers® for six consecutive years (2010-2016), which honors the top 2.5% of young lawyers in New Jersey.

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Shylie Bannon, Partner, Hall Booth Smith

Shylie Bannon, Partner, Hall Booth Smith

Shylie Bannon is a Partner in Hall Booth Smith’s Jacksonville, Florida, office. She also serves as Hiring Partner for the region of Florida, where she oversees associate attorney hiring endeavors. Prior to joining Hall Booth Smith, Shylie was a partner in both a multi-state, multi-specialty firm and a boutique practice.

At Hall Booth Smith, Shylie continues to represent physicians, mid-level providers, and health care providers in high-exposure medical negligence claims and in administrative proceedings before the Florida Department of Health. She also represents national retailers in high-exposure premises liability, negligent security, and transportation litigation with our National Trial Counsel team.

In addition to litigating matters involving personal injury and negligence, Shylie also represents management in all aspects of employment-related litigation arising from allegations of sex, disability, race, and pregnancy discrimination; whistleblower actions; and alleged violations of the National Labor Relations Act and Fair Labor Standards. She does so in administrative proceedings before both the Florida Commission on Human Relations and the US Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, as well as in all of the state and federal courts in Florida. She also provides employment-related counsel to clients, helping them avoid employment-related litigation through the implementation of best employment, investigation, and risk management practices.

Shylie earned a Juris Doctor from the University of Florida Levin College of Law, cum laude, and graduated magna cum laude from Tulane University with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and History.

Shylie volunteers with the Guardian Ad Litem program and supports child welfare advocacy efforts in Northeast Florida. She is also a Member of the Board for the Jewish Federation & Foundation of Northeast Florida.

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About Hall Booth Smith, P.C.

Established in 1989, Hall Booth Smith, P.C. (HBS) is a full-service law firm headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, with regional offices strategically located throughout Georgia and the United States. Experienced across a wide range of legal disciplines, HBS prides itself on providing knowledgeable, proactive, client-specific counsel to individuals, domestic and international corporations, state and federal agencies, and nonprofit organizations.

HBS possesses the legal knowledge, skill, and experience to meet their clients’ needs wherever they do business. HBS maintains the highest commitment to ethically and professionally serve their clients by providing the highest quality legal representation.

They deliver quality legal services in a variety of service areas. Experience across legal disciplines combined with a focus on the unique business or personal requirements of the client is the hallmark of the firm. Their clients receive the attention, expertise, and cost-effectiveness of a smaller law firm with the full-service and strong regional presence typical of a larger one.

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Litigators Lounge is a production brought to you by Hall Booth Smith, PC. This podcast is published for the purposes of providing general information and education on topics which include those related to the law and legal issues, but the contents of the podcast do not constitute legal advice. Listening to this podcast or utilizing the information contained in it in any way does not constitute nor does it create an attorney-client relationship between you and Hall Booth Smith or its lawyers. The contents of this podcast should not be used as a substitute for competent legal advice from a professional attorney licensed in your jurisdiction.

Navigating AI in Healthcare, with Rachel Stuve, Elevance Health

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Navigating AI in Healthcare, PrivacyCafé podcast

Navigating AI in Healthcare, with Rachel Stuve, Elevance Health (PrivacyCafé, Episode 4)

On this episode of PrivacyCafé, hosted by Jade Davis and Rich Sheinis, Rachel Stuve, Senior Director of Data Science and Artificial Intelligence at Elevance Health, shares her journey in data science and artificial intelligence, particularly in the healthcare sector. Rachel discusses the use of AI in healthcare, from operational efficiencies and consumer-driven care to data privacy and ethical considerations. She emphasizes the importance of starting AI integration with clear business goals and the necessity of a robust data governance strategy to navigate HIPAA regulations and ensure quality and ethics in AI applications. The conversation also touches on the challenges and opportunities for small to large enterprises in adopting AI, with practical advice for businesses looking to leverage AI technology.

Note: The views expressed by Rachel Stuve in this podcast are her own and do not necessarily represent the views of Elevance Health.

PrivacyCafé is underwritten and presented by Hall Booth Smith. The show is produced by John Ray and the North Fulton studio of Business RadioX®.

Rachel Stuve, Elevance Health

Rachel Stuve, Senior Director of Data Science and Artificial Intelligence at Elevance Health
Rachel Stuve, Senior Director of Data Science and Artificial Intelligence at Elevance Health

Rachel Stuve is a highly experienced professional in the fields of data science and artificial intelligence. With a Master’s degree in Quantitative Leadership and over twenty years of experience in data and AI, Rachel leads strategic initiatives focused on AI product development, data-driven culture, and leveraging data to increase commercialization.

Rachel’s diverse experience spans across healthcare, high-tech software, and startups, where she has consistently delivered tangible results and driven organizational growth. Her leadership skills, strategic vision, and passion for innovation make her a valuable asset in driving business success and creating impactful solutions in the data science and AI landscape.

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Elevance Health

Fueled by their bold purpose to improve the health of humanity, Elevance Health (formerly Anthem) is transforming from a traditional health benefits organization into a lifetime trusted health partner.

Their nearly 100,000 associates serve more than 118 million people at every stage of health. Elevance addresses a full range of needs with an integrated whole health approach, powered by industry-leading capabilities and a digital platform for health.

Elevance believes that improving health for everyone is possible. It begins by redefining health, reimagining the health system, and strengthening their communities.

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Topics Discussed in this Episode

00:00 Welcome to PrivacyCafé: Introduction
00:25 Meet Rachel Stuve: A Data Science and AI Expert
02:18 Demystifying AI: From Basics to Healthcare Innovations
08:14 Navigating Data Privacy in Healthcare AI
11:48 AI in Action: Real-World Applications and Ethical Considerations
27:16 AI for All: Accessibility and Implementation Strategies
29:18 AI Trends and Future Directions
31:46 Wrapping Up: Insights and Invitations

About PrivacyCafé

PrivacyCafé is your essential guide through the complex terrain where law, data privacy, cybersecurity, and artificial intelligence intersect. Hosts Richard Sheinis and Jade Davis, Co-Leads and Partners in the Data Privacy and Cybersecurity Practice at Hall Booth Smith, unravel the intricacies of privacy laws, offer insights on cybersecurity issues and concerns, explore fast-moving artificial intelligence technologies and their implications, and interview top experts. Underwritten by Hall Booth Smith, this podcast is essential listening not only for data privacy and cybersecurity experts but for business owners, executives, and others interested in the latest insights on these topics.

Richard and Jade welcome your questions, feedback, and topic requests. Email them: PrivacyCafe@hallboothsmith.com. You will also find other news and insights from Richard and Jade, as well as other professionals in the Data Privacy & Cybersecurity practice at Hall Booth Smith, by visiting the Data Privacy & Cybersecurity page.

PrivacyCafé is underwritten by Hall Booth Smith and produced by John Ray and the North Fulton studio of Business RadioX®.

Richard Sheinis, Partner, Hall Booth Smith

Richard Sheinis, Partner, Hall Booth Smith, P.C.
Richard Sheinis, Partner, Hall Booth Smith, P.C.

Richard Sheinis has litigated in federal and state courts for 37 years and has been the first chair for approximately 175 jury trials. His clients have included health care professionals and institutions, technology companies, and global business entities.

Rich takes advantage of his litigation background to work with businesses in the areas of data privacy and cybersecurity, employment, and technology. He works with a wide variety of companies, from small technology businesses to publicly traded companies with a global footprint.

Rich also teaches Health Information Privacy and Security as an adjunct professor at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte.

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Jade Davis, Partner, Hall Booth Smith

Jade Davis, Partner, Hall Booth Smith, P.C.
Jade Davis, Partner, Hall Booth Smith, P.C.

Jade Davis is a Partner at Hall Booth Smith who focuses her practice on data privacy, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and construction technology.

Jade provides strategic privacy and cyber-preparedness compliance advice and defends, counsels, and represents companies on privacy, global data security compliance, data breaches, and investigations. Jade advises companies on best practices in privacy, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, data, mobile, cloud storage, Ad Tech privacy, Internet of Things, and other areas of regulatory compliance.

She leads companies in legal assessments of data security and provides counsel to companies on how best to implement strategies to lead with data and avoid pitfalls. She helps companies strategically think about data while being mindful of global data protection laws, such as the GDPR, UK GDPR, PIPEDA, PDPA, PIPL, LGPD, nFADP, DPDP, CCPA, HITECH, and HIPAA, to name a few.

Jade enjoys helping clients deal with crisis management issues to protect the brand and leads forensic investigations. Her data privacy/cyber security practice reaches into a variety of sectors such as Healthcare, Manufacturing, Hospitality, Construction, Technology, Marketing, Agriculture, Retail, Entertainment, Telecommunications, Energy, Transportation, Logistics, Human Resources, Real Estate, and Insurance to provide litigation defense, advisory assistance, and contractual expertise regarding data privacy agreements, standard contract clauses and addendums, vendor subcontracts, privacy policies, and cookie policies, among others.

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About Hall Booth Smith, P.C.

Established in 1989, Hall Booth Smith, P.C. (HBS) is a full-service law firm headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, with regional offices strategically located throughout Georgia and the United States. Experienced across a wide range of legal disciplines, HBS prides itself on providing knowledgeable, proactive, client-specific counsel to individuals, domestic and international corporations, state and federal agencies, and nonprofit organizations.

HBS possesses the legal knowledge, skill, and experience to meet their clients’ needs wherever they do business. HBS maintains the highest commitment to ethically and professionally serve their clients by providing the highest quality legal representation.

They deliver quality legal services in a variety of service areas. Experience across legal disciplines combined with a focus on the unique business or personal requirements of the client is the hallmark of the firm. Their clients receive the attention, expertise, and cost-effectiveness of a smaller law firm with the full-service and strong regional presence typical of a larger one.

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Disclaimer

PrivacyCafé is a production brought to you by Hall Booth Smith, P.C. This podcast is published for the purposes of providing general information and education on topics which include those related to the law and legal issues, but the contents of the podcast do not constitute legal advice. Listening to this podcast or utilizing the information contained in it in any way does not constitute nor does it create an attorney-client relationship between you and Hall Booth Smith or its lawyers. The contents of this podcast should not be used as a substitute for competent legal advice from a professional attorney licensed in your jurisdiction.

The X Factor in Leadership, with Bill McDermott, Host of ProfitSense

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The X Factor in Leadership, with Bill McDermott, The Profitability Coach

The X Factor in Leadership, with Bill McDermott, Host of ProfitSense

In this commentary from a recent episode of ProfitSense, Bill shares the story of a CEO he considers to have the X factor in leadership.

Bill’s commentary was taken from this episode of ProfitSense.

ProfitSense with Bill McDermott is produced by John Ray and the North Fulton Studio of Business RadioX® in Alpharetta.

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Bill McDermott: I want to talk a minute about the X factor in leadership. In Jim Collins’s book, Good to Great, he calls the X factor of great leadership a paradoxical blend of extreme personal humility and professional will.

I had lunch recently with someone I would consider as having the X factor of leadership. He took on a CEO position about six years ago. He had inherited an old school management philosophy with little resources invested in the professional development, business development, and collaboration of his team members.

He’s somewhat quiet and reserved, but very ambitious in his time as CEO. Thus far, he’s contributed significantly to the business and professional development of his coworkers. He’s changed the culture to one of collaboration, not only with coworkers, but clients as well. His energy is focused hourly. To create an organization of thriving coworkers determined to make their organization the best it can be and invest their time volunteering in the communities they serve.

Here are some key characteristics of top leaders, according to Collins:

  • Personal humility. These leaders are modest and unassuming and don’t seek out the limelight or public recognition. They’re focused on building and sustaining a great organization.
  • Professional will. These leaders have a fierce determination to succeed. They’re willing to do whatever it takes to make their companies great. Even if it means making tough decisions or sacrificing their own personal interests.
  • Ambition for the cause. These leaders are motivated by a larger purpose than their own personal success. They’re passionate about their work and want to make a difference in the world. With these leaders, their ambition is first for the cause for the organization and its purpose, not themselves. Their energy is channeled outward, not inward.

If you want to be a great leader, these are some good places to start.

About ProfitSense and Your Host, Bill McDermott

Tinsley English, Author of Grit, Growth and Gumption for Women

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Tinsley English, Author of Grit, Growth and Gumption for Women (North Fulton Business Radio, Episode 767)

This episode of North Fulton Business Radio features Tinsley English, an experienced operations leader and author of Grit, Growth and Gumption for Women: Three Keys to Lead Yourself and Others with Confidence. Tinsley joins host John Ray to discuss her work and the unique journey of writing her book in 60 days. Tinsley shares her expertise in the insurance industry, her insights into leadership, and the pivotal moments of her career that inspired her to write a guide aiming at empowering women to confidently lead. She debunks several leadership myths, discusses setting “North Star” goals, and explains the significance of grit, growth, and gumption in personal and professional development. The conversation also touches upon the importance of mentorship, strategic networking, and fostering a supportive environment for women to achieve their leadership aspirations.

John Ray is the host of North Fulton Business Radio. The show is recorded and produced from the North Fulton studio of Business RadioX® inside Renasant Bank in Alpharetta.

Tinsley English

Tinsley English
Tinsley English

Tinsley is a renowned operations leader, keynote speaker, and creator of the G-Force Code, a system that empowers women to embrace their true leadership abilities.

With over a decade of experience mentoring high-achieving women, Tinsley uses a straightforward approach to quickly overcome challenges and nurture genuine leadership rooted in resilience and determination.

Grit, Growth and Gumption for WomenTinsley has extensive experience in the global insurance sector, spanning two decades. She holds a Risk Management and Insurance degree from The University of Georgia’s Terry College of Business, and a Certification in Driving Transformation Through Innovation and Resilience from Emory University.

Tinsley is a frequently featured media personality recognized as an authority on female leadership and previously served on the board of a non-profit organization dedicated to women’s empowerment.

In her spare time, Tinsley enjoys the outdoors, spending time with family, and making new friends.

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Topics Discussed in this Episode

00:00 Welcome to North Fulton Business Radio
01:20 Introducing Tinsley English: Author of Grit, Growth and Gumption for Women
02:10 The Journey to Writing: A Rapid Process Fueled by Inspiration
04:37 Leadership Lessons: From Early Challenges to Empowering Others
06:32 Debunking Leadership Myths and Embracing Continuous Learning
08:35 Setting North Star Goals: Aligning Personal Vision with Action
15:05 The Importance of Mentorship and Networking for Women in Leadership
18:29 Exploring the Three Gs: Grit, Growth, and Gumption
28:11 Who Should Read from Grit, Growth and Gumption for Women?
32:47 Closing Thoughts and Future Aspirations

Renasant Bank has humble roots, starting in 1904 as a $100,000 bank in a Lee County, Mississippi, bakery. Since then, Renasant has become one of the Southeast’s strongest financial institutions, with over $13 billion in assets and more than 190 banking, lending, wealth management, and financial services offices in Mississippi, Alabama, Tennessee, Georgia, and Florida. All of Renasant’s success stems from each of their banker’s commitment to investing in their communities as a way of better understanding the people they serve. At Renasant Bank, they understand you because they work and live alongside you every day.

Casa Nuova Italian RestaurantCasa Nuova is a proud family-owned and operated restaurant, serving classic, authentic and traditional Italian cuisine and top tier hospitality since 1998.

Casa Nuova is a cook-to-order kitchen, serving traditional fare including pasta, chicken, seafood, veal, vegetarian and gluten-free options, plus daily specials. They are a farm-to-table establishment, meaning that in the summertime, they cultivate their own vegetables in their garden, steps away from the restaurant, including tomatoes, corn, peppers, zucchini, sunflowers and more!

Celebrating more than 25 years, Casa Nuova has become a true staple in the Alpharetta area, serving more than three generations of families, including friends old and new, visiting near and far from all over the metro Atlanta area and beyond.

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About North Fulton Business Radio and host John Ray

With over 760 shows and having featured over 1,200 guests, North Fulton Business Radio is the longest-running podcast in the North Fulton area, covering business in our community like no one else. We are the undisputed “Voice of Business” in North Fulton!

The show welcomes a wide variety of business, non-profit, and community leaders to get the word out about the important work they’re doing to serve their market, their community, and their profession. There’s no discrimination based on company size, and there’s never any “pay to play.” North Fulton Business Radio supports and celebrates business by sharing positive business stories that traditional media ignore. Some media leans left. Some media leans right. We lean business.

John Ray, Business RadioX - North Fulton, and Owner, Ray Business Advisors
John Ray, Business RadioX – North Fulton, and Owner, Ray Business Advisors

John Ray is the host of North Fulton Business Radio. The show is recorded and produced from the North Fulton studio of Business RadioX® inside Renasant Bank in Alpharetta. You can find the full archive of shows by following this link. The show is available on all the major podcast apps, including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google, Amazon, iHeart Radio, and many others.

The studio address is 275 South Main Street, Alpharetta, GA 30009.

John Ray, The Generosity MindsetJohn Ray also operates his own business advisory practice. John’s services include advising solopreneurs and small professional services firms on their value, their positioning and business development, and their pricing. His clients are professionals who are selling their expertise, such as consultants, coaches, attorneys, CPAs, accountants and bookkeepers, marketing professionals, and other professional services practitioners.

John is the national bestselling author of The Generosity Mindset: A Journey to Business Success by Raising Your Confidence, Value, and Prices.

 

What is a Life Fully Lived?, with Anthony Chen, Host of Family Business Radio

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What is a Life Fully Lived?, with Anthony Chen, host of Family Business Radio

What is a Life Fully Lived?, with Anthony Chen, Host of Family Business Radio

In a commentary from a recent Family Business Radio episode, host Anthony Chen discusses a question you should ask yourself as you ponder your financial future: What is a life fully lived?

Anthony’s commentary was taken from this episode of Family Business Radio. Family Business Radio is underwritten by Anthony Chen with Lighthouse Financial Network.

Anthony Chen, Host of Family Business Radio

Anthony Chen, Host of Family Business Radio

Family Business Radio is sponsored and brought to you by Anthony Chen with Lighthouse Financial Network. Securities and advisory services are offered through OSAIC, member FINRA/SIPC. RAA is separately owned, and other entities and/or marketing names, products, or services referenced here are independent of OSAIC. The main office address is 575 Broadhollow Rd., Melville, NY 11747. You can reach Anthony at 631-465-9090, ext. 5075, or by email at anthonychen@lfnllc.com.

Anthony Chen started his career in financial services with MetLife in Buffalo, NY, in 2008. Born and raised in Elmhurst, Queens, he considers himself a full-blooded New Yorker while now enjoying his Atlanta, GA, home. Specializing in family businesses and their owners, Anthony works to protect what is most important to them. From preserving to creating wealth, Anthony partners with CPAs and attorneys to help address all of the concerns and help clients achieve their goals. By using a combination of financial products ranging from life, disability, and long-term care insurance to many investment options through Royal Alliance, Anthony looks to be the eyes and ears for his client’s financial foundation. In his spare time, Anthony is an avid long-distance runner.

The complete show archive of Family Business Radio can be found by following this link.

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