DUing Cool Things

Laura Brusca '07, recently named Chief Communications Officer of Forbes, joins the show to discuss her transition into the role, her career path, and offer advice to aspiring communications professionals. Additionally, Laura currently serves as the President for New York Women in Communications, which you can learn more about at their website. https://nywici.org/

From writing for television to being a sales leader, Terry Erwin '84 has had a career that shows off the importance and value of the liberal arts education. Listen in to hear Terry and David talk about his path and the factors that have contributed to his success in very different industries.

Blake and David sit down with Dr. Nick Geitner to discuss his career path from Physics to Data Analytics. They discuss what to look for in graduate programs, finding what you do and don't like along the way, and Dr. Geitner shares his thoughts on growing as a professional and moving into a management career.

Current Denison students Desiree Smith '26 and Anna DeVuono '25 join the podcast to discuss the Journey Program and all that it can offer Denison students in their career exploration. Learn how this program will challenge you to think and help you create a more clear path to future success. Sign up today at: https://knowltonconnect.denison.edu/the-journey-program/ And be sure to check out...

The first in a series of interviews by the Healthcare, Clinical Research, and Wellness Career Community Fellows, Morgan Gilmore '25 sits down with Dr. Carrie Barnes-Mullett '99 to discuss her career as a medical doctor. Check out the rest of this series of conversations coming soon!

Paige Robnett '14 joins the pod to discuss her work as a DEI Consultant and her jump to starting her own consulting business. Listen in to learn about the work Paige is doing, how she helps organizations succeed, and how the Denison network was pivotal in her journey. Want to learn more about Robnett Consulting? Visit https://www.robnettconsulting.com/ .

Tanya Dempsey '01 is the Co-CEO and Tiffani Barletta '02 is a SVP at CSG Advisors - a full-service, independent financial advisory firm that helps its clients design, finance, and implement affordable housing, urban redevelopment, and economic development initiatives. Tanya and Tiffani share their career journey, advice for young professionals, and some of their favorite moments working to...

Connor Holleran '20 joins the show to talk about how his time at Denison has prepared him to take on his role as a Senior Consultant at EY. With his Data Analytics background and desire to help others, Connor finds himself an integral part of internal team and client-facing work.

Consistency & Persistency Join our conversation with Mathew Godley '16, Founder & CEO of Spendly. Mathew shares his insight into showing up, doing the work, and seeking the right mentorship that can drive you forward in entrepreneurship.

David is joined by the Peer Career Fellows of the Healthcare, Clinical Research, and Wellness Career Community to discuss why they have chosen the professional path they are on. We discuss everything from how and why they help other students, the highs and lows of their path, and how to take advantage of some of the resources Denison has to offer.

On a pony trekking trip in Lesotho in 2004, Chris Bradshaw's life took a new direction. Upon hearing about the lack of libraries in the country, Chris decided to use her talents to make a difference. The African Library Project was born not long after, and since it's founder has established over 3,700 libraries and provided nearly 4,000,000 books. Join David and Chris to discuss the organi...

Cultural Strategy, Consumer Insights, Communication and more in this episode of DUing Cool Things. Olivia McLean Hess '14 joins the pod to discuss career journey and offer advice about lifestyle playing a crucial part of the career exploration process. Whether it is working at agencies or freelance capacities, Olivia's Psychology studies at Denison have given her the tools to succeed in he...

David is joined by Rachel Mabie '16, Senior Marketing Manager at Vail Resorts, to discuss her path from "The Hill" to the slopes of the premier mountain resort company in the world. Rachel talks about the difference between brand and agency work, impactful Denison experiences, and offers advice to aspiring marketers in the newest episode of DUing Cool Things.

Blake Gooch takes the mic today as he talks with Clayton Bishop '16 about his career journey since graduating from Denison. Clayton is currently a Light Microscopy Specialist at Hitech Instruments in Cleveland, OH. He discusses how his Physics major gave him a non-traditional pathway into sales, but how it has been a huge asset in his career.

In today's episode, David sits down for a round table discussion about the Denison Edge CX Innovation Lab and how it can lead to a truly transformation summer for students. Joined by Mike Compton (CX Innovation Lab Lead Instructor), CX Innovation Lab Mentor Stephanie Matthews (CX Innovation Lab) and two Innovation Strategists from last summer's program, Adam Cohn '23 and Zora Whitfield...

David sits down with Anna Palmer, Founder and CEO of Punchbowl News. Together, Anna and David discuss the importance of college students taking advantage of every opportunity that comes their way, connecting with as many people as possible, always being willing to learn, and demonstrating the best attitude and work ethic in the room. In 2019, Anna co-authored “The Hill to Die On: The Battle for Co...

In this special episode of "How to DU Cool Things", David sits down with Jasmine Summers, University Relations Specialist with Eliassen Group, to discuss a range of career tips for entry-level candidates. Covering topics such a resumes, cover letters, and good interview practices, this episode gives listeners a chance to hear advice from an expert that works with early career talent on a...

David sits down with the first Emmy recipient to be on the pod– Kristin Volk '04! Kristin is the Director of Marketing for Walter | Haverfield LLP, a Cleveland-based law firm serving clients in the Midwest and nationwide. She manages everything from budgets to ad plans, business development plans, and the firm's internal and external marketing and communications strategies. Together, David and Kri...

For Manan Ganeriwala '20, networking was a powerful tool to help him launch a career in education technology. Now a Product Manager with Cyanna Education Services in Granville, OH, Manan reflects on the values and conversations that led to his career path while also sharing his thoughts on how new technology may impact education in the future.  

Helping credit unions beat banks! Founder and CEO of CUCollaborate, Sam Brownell '08, joins the DUing Cool Things Podcast to discuss his post-Denison career path (and why you should take a class from Dr. Ted Burczak!). Sam founded the company in 2014 with the goal of helping credit unions maximize the impact they have on their members and their communities. In the past 3 years, CUCollaborate has s...

Lucas Meyer '12, joins the pod to discuss his career in New Hampshire politics, where he has guided several campaigns to election success. Now Principal at Catalyst Advocacy, a New England-based public affairs firm, and Chair of 603 Forward, an organization educating and empowering young people to take action in New Hampshire politics, Meyer is leaving a lasting impact on civic responsibility in h...

From books and basketball to Team Leader.  DJ Bridges '14 joins the DUing Cool Things Podcast to talk with David and Jodi about his role as Team Leader, University Relations at Rocket Central in the Rocket Family of Companies in Detroit, MI. Tune in to learn about DJ's career journey, including how being a student-athlete prepared him for the "real world", why he has made his career at Rocket...

Wear the hoops. Tune in and listen as Jodi Pavol and Maileah McMullen '20 discuss Maileah's career, her advice to new grads, and most importantly, why you should go ahead and wear the hoops to work (hint: bring your authentic self). Maileah is a Strategy Specialist at Geben Communication. She majored in Communication and Anthropology and Sociology at Denison.

Laura Carr '17 is an Account Supervisor in the San Francisco Corporate Reputation practice where she leads integrated executive and corporate communications programs for a global client roster. She has experience in the financial services, technology, healthcare, international affairs, energy, education and consulting sectors. Top clients Laura has supported include Charles Schwab, Pinterest, HP I...

Imani Holmes '19 is a Senior Account Executive in Edelman’s Health Practice. Recently, PRWeek recognized Imani as the 2022 Outstanding Young Professional in Healthcare + Pharma Communications. Since 2019, she has worked on multidisciplinary teams for global pharmaceutical, biotechnology, consumer and government clients leveraging her expertise in Health Equity research and strategy, Multicultural...