Spotlight on the Community

It is Flagship Friday again, where connectivity capital is the currency!  Drew Schlosberg was joined in studio today by Birch Aquarium at Scripps Institution of Oceanography where they discussed how they were taking steps to protect our planet's oceans. About Spotlight and Cloudcast Media   "Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast in the country, continuously hosted by...

It is Flagship Friday again, where connectivity capital is the currency!  Drew Schlosberg was joined in the studio today by SproutLabs, where they discussed teaching students the science of how plants grow About Spotlight and Cloudcast Media   "Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast in the country, continuously hosted by Drew Schlosberg for 19 years.  "Spotlight" is p...

Joice Curry, President & CEO of c3Communications, is joined by Sean Curry, COO of c3, to discuss its 25-year history of working shoulder-to-shoulder with its esteemed clients regarding media relations, crisis communications and brand positioning. About Spotlight and Cloudcast Media   "Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast in the country, continuously hosted by Dr...

Dr. Francisco Escobedo, a nationally recognized school superintendent and the Vice President of Think Together's "Leading for Success," talks about the Superintendent Leadership Academy; creating "transcendent superintendents; and the systemic impact of strong superintendents. About Spotlight and Cloudcast Media   "Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast in the country...

Sam Mazzeo, Co-Founder of Fervor & Zeal, chats about the value of B Corporations; the mission of his organization that recently received the prestigious B Corp designation; and its support of artists and nonprofits. About Spotlight and Cloudcast Media   "Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast in the country, continuously hosted by Drew Schlosberg for 19 years.  "S...

Rachael Orose, Executive Director of Words Alive, discusses the organization's 25 years of connecting children, teen and families to the power of reading; training community-based organizations in reading best practices; and its robust partnership with 80 schools and community organizations. About Spotlight and Cloudcast Media   "Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast...

Nancy Batterman, a longtime leader in the nonprofit arena, chats about her book, The Nonprofit Manifesto ; the "One Page Strategic Plan; and her focus on helping nonprofit organizations reach sustainability. About Spotlight and Cloudcast Media   "Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast in the country, continuously hosted by Drew Schlosberg for 19 years.  "Spotlight" is...

Laura Josh, General Manager of California Schools VEBA, talks about the Association's support of public sector employees in accessing health care.  Josh discusses VEBA's recent Economic Development Report that noted a savings of nearly $1.4 billion in public funds since its 1993 founding. About Spotlight and Cloudcast Media   "Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast in...

Victor Minces, a UCSD researcher and creator of the UCSD's Listening to Waves program, chats about his motivation to promote the science of sound, music and playfulness.  Minces talks about training teachers to use curriculum that has students playfully exploring and creating sound. About Spotlight and Cloudcast Media   "Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast in the c...

Giselle Vallejo, Lead Clinician and Associate Director for the Steven A. Cohen Military Family Clinic at Veterans Village San Diego, talks about serving the entire military family; military to veteran transition challenges; and its deep roots in San Diego. About Spotlight and Cloudcast Media   "Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast in the country, continuously hosted...

Al Love, a nationally recognized educator in the area of college and career readiness, chats about the formation of his newest venture, "Career Pathway Transformations." His organization will work closely with San Diego County's 43 school districts to train aspiring school administrators on how to partner with key local businesses and organizations such as the Classroom of the Future Foundation. A...

Jenn Nelson, CEO of the San Diego Volunteer Lawyer Program (SDVLP), is joined by Kieran de Terra, an Associate Lawyer for DLA Piper and SDVLP volunteer, discuss SDVLP's mission, its pro bono model and its support of nonprofit organizations.  Nelson and de Terra are joined by David Tillman, CEO and Founder of ProPhound Kids, to talk about how SDVLP has provided invaluable services to the nonprofit....

Katy McDonald, President & CEO of Forever Balboa Park, discusses the restoration of park's Botanical Building and Gardens; its vibrant volunteer program; and how the community can support some of the park's deferred maintenance headwinds. About Spotlight and Cloudcast Media   "Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast in the country, continuously hosted by Drew Schlo...

Hala Madanat, Vice President for Research and Innovation at SDSU, chats about the university's loft position as one of the top 5% of universities for its high level of research activities and its significant doctoral research degree conferral.  Madanat talks about innovation activities at the university, along with future plans for SDSU in Mission Valley. About Spotlight and Cloudcast Media   "Spo...

Jane Lee, Chairwoman of the UCSD Asian-Pacific Islander Alumni Council, discusses the Council's work to create scholarships and endowment funds for UCSD Students.  Lee chats about bridging graduating students with alumni to create a strong, sustainable network. About Spotlight and Cloudcast Media   "Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast in the country, continuously h...

Kate Murphy, a reporter for Axios San Diego, talks about it's launch two years ago; the importance of local reporting; its variety of coverage topics; and its growing audience. About Spotlight and Cloudcast Media   "Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast in the country, continuously hosted by Drew Schlosberg for 19 years.  "Spotlight" is part of Cloudcast Media's line...

Lucille Ciudad Real, Principal of Carson Elementary STEAM Magnet School, talks about the school's partnership with Bayside Community Center, along with the its strong dual language program for native and English speaking students.  Real is joined by Adam Osorio, Associate Director of Communications for Bayside CC, and Fernando Lucas, a former Bayside student, to talk about Bayside's Academic Club...

Elizabeth St. John, a Historical Fiction Author, chats about how her stories are grounded in her family's centuries-long history in England, and the importance of being relentless to uncover original archival sources.  St. John talks about her recent book, The King's Intelligencer ; then sheds light on her public relations experiences with the Boston Red Sox and New England Patriots. About Spotlig...

Chris Simpson, Director of National University's Center for Cyber Security, discusses the formation of the San Diego Cyber Clinic from $1 million grant funding from Google's Cybersecurity Clinics Fund.  Simpson notes that the San Diego Cyber Clinic aims to grow an inclusive cyber workforce, increase digital security for all and serve as a model for regional collaboratives. About Spotlight and Clou...

Edward Hershey, CEO and President of Home of Guiding Hands, is joined by Falon Leszczynski, Vice President of Operations, to chat about the organization 58-year history in being one of the largest providers of disability services in San Diego and Imperial Counties.  Hershey and Leszczynski talk about the August 2 "Cheers for Charity Pub Crawl"; it's highly regarded Life Planning program; and its C...

Jennifer Zuniga, a NLBWA Board member, is joined by Diana Canales, a NLBWA member, to discuss the mission of the association and how its programs and services have benefitted both of the Latina professionals. About Spotlight and Cloudcast Media   "Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast in the country, continuously hosted by Drew Schlosberg for 19 years.  "Spotlight" i...

Meg Jacobsen, Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources for the La Mesa-Spring Valley School District, and Renee Lewis, Director of Youth and Family Education Programs for the UCSD Center for Mindfulness, talk about their partnership that aims to empower educators and school staff to reduce stress, strengthen mental health and exhibit greater compassion for themselves and for those they serve.  ...

Jeff Nevin, a world renown classical Mariachi performer and Mariachi Professor, chats about his journey to build a Mariachi program at SDSU's School of Music and Dance.  Nevin is joined by Kassandra Saucedo, a Mariachi performer and a Public Administration major at SDSU. Nevin and Saucedo shout out the cultural and educational benefits of Mariachi. About Spotlight and Cloudcast Media   "Spotlight...

Bill Barnett, CEO and Founder of the Smarter Minds Network, discusses his "Playbook for Life"; the ability to attract and build a network of smarter minds; how everyday is an interview; and that financial independence and smart investing starts early. Barnett talks about his book, Smarter Minds . About Spotlight and Cloudcast Media   "Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community po...

Ron Stark, Board President for the San Diego Veterans Coalition, talks about the Coalition's work with more than 150 organizations, service providers, veterans groups and the like to identify gaps in the resources that veterans and their families need.  Stark chats about the Coalition's STARR and Onward Ops programs. About Spotlight and Cloudcast Media   "Spotlight On The Community" is the longest...