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Dr. Kate Wilkin, a University of California Forestry/Fire Science and Natural Resource Advisor. Here, Dr. Wilkin talks about decreasing the threat of wildfires, being prepared, California’s commitment to fire prevention, and projection for wildfire activity June 2018 to remainder of year.

Nat Dukan, from RobotLab, Dukan looks ahead to the future of robotics, also known as, technological applications which government agencies will certainly be involved in developing and implementing.

Nat Dukan, from RobotLab, who has earned the reputation as a spokesperson on, and champion for, STEM education discussed the importance of growth in education on robotics. In particular, across the Americas and Europe.

What better way to end Season 4 than with tech talk and Jim full of passion in a Crazy Bids? The advancement in STEM education is a growing topic around the world, particularly in the United States. Natanel Dukan, from RobotLab, is a recognized world leader in education on robotics and emerging technologies. Nat shared his opinions, to include the importance for those young, and not so young, to u...

Are you really ready? Really? In this episode, we help you and your business prepare for the next disaster. As seen on 'The Ellen DeGeneres Show', Ryan Nichols and David Rebollar, two true heroes, share their experiences involved in Hurricane Florence rescue efforts. In addition, they share some important dos and don’ts. April Wiita, VP of Program Success, from Working Solutions, is no stranger to...

Energy efficiency continues to appear throughout media, within public policy debate, and conversations in kitchens, across the United States and Canada. In addition, we see numerous governments, from local to federal, making notable investments in related products, services, solutions, and infrastructure. In this episode, we learn there’s much more to energy efficiency than turning off a light. El...

Did you not have time to listen to the entire episode? You've been saved! Here is the Crazy Bids Quick Clip, from our most recent episode. As only he can, The Jim Ward spins the United Nations, video, Thailand, Arsenal, and Manchester United into a #CrazyBids masterpiece. Scandalous.

Didn't have time for the full episode? Here's a Quick Clip featuring Shep Hyken, customer service and experience expert, New York Times bestselling author, detailing 6 steps for improving customer service. Invest the 2 minutes and remember "simple" does not equal "easy". Your customers will be glad you did.

Is delivering average customer service helping your business or agency? Invest a moment to hear some potential improvements you can start making today. Shep Hyken, known around the world as a leading expert on customer service, stopped by to share a 6-step plan and various proven tips he’s learned and presented over the years. Shep also talks about his upcoming book, ‘The Convenience Revolution’....

Each state in the U.S., including where you live, experiences wildfires to a varying number. The projection is $2 billion for what is spent in the U.S. each year to fight wildfires. According to estimates by the U.S. Department of Interior and others, 90% of wildfires are caused by the acts of humans. Our expert guests, Dr. Kate Wilkin and Dr. Jon Keeley, each point to the importance of prevention...

The unmanned aerial systems industry is booming worldwide, but particularly here in the United States. Marty Rogers, who is the Director, Alliance for System Safety of UAS through Research Excellence (ASSURE), stopped by to cover a wide variety of topics related to the industry. He discusses ASSURE’s mission, safety, uses for the technology, opportunity and growth. With projections for $48.9 billi...

Do you know the answers? Here, Nina French, from the Current Consulting Group, discussed how your business better be ready, have a plan. In terms of impact on business owners, recreational marijuana has created a "Wild, Wild West". Are you prepared for when you get sued? Per Nina, "The average cost of out of court settlement is roughly $90k. An in-court judgement, not including cost of defense, wi...

He's back for Season 4. Jim Ward, better known as The Father of Crazy Bids, has returned from afar to deliver the first installment of Crazy Bids for Season 4. JW, who has been the Atlas of the show since the start, jabs at Bill, West Virginia, and British Columbians. This Crazy Bi...Tender will have you grabbing your life jackets.

With two million people in the U.S. suffering from opioid addiction, the impact is severe on families, business, and government. Nina French, a partner and principal consultant with the Current Consulting Group, discussed the crisis, what is being done, and what businesses and governments can do to address the epidemic. Nina also revisits the legalization of marijuana and what’s being learned. You...

Mr. Barry LePatner, Esq., author of ‘Too Big to Fall: America's Failing Infrastructure and the Way Forward’, and established expert on U.S. infrastructure, helps us launch Season 4. Barry summarizes the laundry list of current infrastructure-related problems, evaluates the fledgling Trump Plan, and examines the obstacles caused by the game of politics. Jim, in Spain, Lauren, in Montreal, and still...

How does Jim Ward close down season 3? With a stellar, buzzing the tower Crazy Bids, of course. Our most learned, incomparable, entertaining, maestro of the Crazy Bids shares his latest installment of zaniness. Ward Out!

Do you have two minutes to learn from a government purchasing expert on how to win government business? Jen Salts, Chief Administrative Officer, for National Association of State Procurement Officials (NASPO), shares proven insight into what works, and what doesn't.

Find out what's going to make a "major jump" in 2018. Jen Salts, NASPO's Chief Administrative Officer, shares what's ahead for government purchasing in 2018. As you'll hear, there are a number of industries, which will be quite busy in the coming year.

In this Quick Clip, Jen Salts, from NASPO, looks back at a few of the highlights from government purchasing in 2017. What topped the list this year and why should those involved in Information Technology get ready for what's ahead?

Jennifer Salts, from the National Association of State Procurement Officials (NASPO), stopped by the show to help close down Season 3. Jen recaps highlights from state and local purchasing in 2017. She pulls out her crystal ball to look ahead to the year ahead and shares advice to help your business win government contracts. NASPO Exchange in March ‘18. Be there! In Crazy Bids, THE Jim Ward, a mov...

Quick Clip of our visit with Dr. Jeff Wenger, from the Rand Corporation. As we give thanks to our veterans on Veterans Day, Jeff highlights some of the groups and programs that are helping to lead the way in helping U.S. veterans. Thank you for assisting us in spreading the word about these important and exciting programs. Corporate America Supports You (CASY): https://casy.us/ Veterati: https://w...

In honor of Veteran’s Day, our host and U.S. veteran, Bill Culhane, visits with Dr. Jeffrey Wenger, an expert on veteran’s employment issues. Dr. Wenger discusses what U.S. businesses and governments are doing to help our nation’s veterans. Included, Dr. Wenger reviews the somewhat unique, and in-demand skills, possessed by our nation’s finest. Jim Ward has finally returned from Burning Man and ta...

Disaster strikes at your agency or business. Do you have a plan in place for communicating via social media? Does everyone know the plan? Is the plan outlined in your business continuity and/or disaster preparedness plans? Jenna Gross, CMO at Moving Targets, shares a quick tip in this Quick Clip.

Quick Clip with Jenna Gross, from Moving Targets, explaing the importance of messaging and some things to consider when crafting and delivering your message. Hear what she has to say about consistency and delivery, whether it be social media, content creation, etc...

Quick Clip that asks the question, "Are you posting just to post?" Listen as Jenna Gross, from Moving Targets, discusses why it's critical to have a purpose for your content creation and social media activity. Otherwise, what's the point?