The Crisis Averted Podcast

In this episode, I reveal what's going on with "The Crisis Averted Podcast."

In this episode, I speak with Sean Worker and Glenn Haussman, authors of "The Adapters." During our conversation, they share why it was necessary for them to write a book on how the travel, tourism and hospitality industry is adapting and innovating to connect the world; some of the biggest takeaways from their interviews with Gutsy Genius Thinkers (more on that term later); and their thoughts on rethinking conventional thinking.

In this episode, I speak with Michael F. DeConzo, author of Two Nickels. During our conversation, he shares what it was like picking up a manuscript two decades after writing it; how he knows when a piece of writing is "good enough" ; and why you should never leave anything of importance in your pockets.

In this episode, I speak with Ronnie Gyani, founder of Gyani Ventures, host and producer of the Fear is a Liar Podcast, and philanthropist. During our conversation, he shares the struggles he's faced throughout his entrepreneurial journey and how he's used the skills and relationships he's acquired over the years to overcome them.

In this episode, I speak with Jeffrey L. Bowman, co-founder and CEO of Reframe. During our conversation, he explains why and how Fortune 1000 companies can culturally transform within the workplace as well as the marketplace.

In this episode, I speak with Jim Roddy, author, keynote speaker and president of Jim Roddy CBA, LLC. During our conversation, he discusses the walk-on method and how it can be used as a blueprint for professional success.

In this episode, I speak with Vrinda Johnson, cofounder of ChekMarc, Inc. During our conversation, she shares how the ChekMarc platform is building impactful connections that unite humanity instead of tearing it apart.

In this episode, I speak with Danielle Massi, owner of The Wellness Collective. During our conversation, she shares the importance of using the unconscious mind to uncover traumatic experiences from childhood and discusses the effects of chronic stress on the body.

In this episode, I speak with Scott Lopez, president and owner of Zepol Productions Inc. During our conversation, he shares how he used his extensive network in the tech space to overcome hurdles when growing his business and why being able to ask for help reveals strength, not weakness.

In this episode, I speak with Harry Brelsford, founder of SMB Nation, Pocket MBA and several other ventures. During our conversation, he shares why he's unemployable, his experience as a serial entrepreneur, and how you can become a successful entrepreneur without having to drown in debt for a degree from a traditional MBA program.

In this episode, I speak with Sara Potler LaHayne, founder and CEO of Move This World. During our conversation, she explains why social emotional learning (SEL) is more important today than ever before and reveals how her organization helps students better engage and express themselves in the classroom and in life.

In this episode, I speak with Glenn Haussman, host of the No Vacancy podcast. During our conversation, he reveals how he found an opening in the hospitality industry to launch his podcast and opens up about some of his biggest failures in his professional career. He even shares tips on how you can launch a successful podcast. Just a quick note about the recording: Glenn and I recorded this conversation in mid-January of 2021.

In this episode, I speak with Patrick Boyle, executive director at IgniteLI. During our conversation, he reveals how the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted the manufacturing industry and shares what IgniteLI has been doing to help manufacturers overcome challenges.

In this episode, I speak with Michael LeBlanc, CEO of CCi Voice. During our conversation, he reveals how his business helped companies with transitioning employees to remote work during the COVID-19 crisis and provides insight into some of the technology challenges employees face when working from home.

In this episode, I speak with Dave Sobel, host of the "Business of Tech" podcast. During our conversation, he shares how being a well-rounded individual in your industry can increase your value over time and stresses the importance of practicing and honing skills outside your comfort zone.

In this episode, I speak with Gary Inman, president and principal designer of Gary Inman Interior Design. During our conversation, he shares how having diversified revenue streams has helped him with overcoming COVID-19 obstacles and what young designers can do to better protect themselves financially during times of crisis.

In this episode, I speak with Carrie Simpson, founder of Managed Sales Pros, one of the only sales prospecting firms in North America focused solely on the technology channel. During our conversation, she shares how she overcame challenges when starting her business and what she did to solve staffing issues during the COVID-19 pandemic.

In this episode, I speak with Maryland Governor Larry Hogan. During our conversation, he provides insight into how he as the governor of Maryland prepares for crises and reveals some of the biggest missteps leaders make when responding to crises.

In this episode, I speak with Janine Williams, founder and CEO of Impulsify, a retail technology company that provides tools, data-driven insights and retail services designed to help hoteliers and non-retailers create easily managed and highly profitable lobby retail outlets. During our conversation, she provides insight into how Impulsify shifted gears during the COVID-19 pandemic and shares what her company has coming down the pike.

In this episode, I speak with Dr. Adam Gonzalez, a licensed clinical psychologist and the Founding Director of Stony Brook University's Mind-Body Clinical Research Center During our conversation, he provides insight into the physical and mental health problems health care workers are struggling with during the COVID-19 and what Stony Brook University is doing to help.

In this episode, I speak with Hannah Olson, CEO and co-founder of Chronically Capable, a platform that connects chronically ill Americans with employers who offer remote work, great benefits, and flexible schedules. During our conversation, she provides her thoughts on why chronically ill and disabled professionals are struggling with finding work and what employers can do to help.

In this episode, I speak with Christine Coen, founder of The Warrior Team. During our conversation, she reveals how she healed depression, anxiety and binge eating through nutrition, movement and mindset work.

In this episode, I speak with Ojas Rege, chief product officer at One Concern, a company with a  resilience-as-a-service solution that brings disaster science together with machine learning for better decision making. During our conversation, Ojas explains exactly how One Concern is helping leaders with making more informed risk decisions.

In this episode, I speak with Craig Stanland, a speaker, an author and a self-proclaimed "reinvention architect." During our conversation, Craig shares how he learned his greatest worth in federal prison and what he's doing today to help people from all walks of life rebuild themselves.

In this episode, I speak with Ray Signorello, proprietor of Signorello Estate, a winery in Napa Valley. During our conversation, Ray shares how the Atlas Peak Fire, just one of the many wildfires that tore through Northern California in October 2017, impacted his winery's operations, and reveals the immediate steps he had to take to overcome adversity and rebuild a better future for his business.

During our conversation, Mary reveals Sartorius' role in assisting biopharma companies with developing a COVID-19 vaccine and shares how the pharmaceutical and laboratory equipment supplier's teams have been going the extra mile to meet the needs of customers during the COVID-19 pandemic.

In this episode, I speak with Fred Cerrone, founder and chairman of Hotel Equities. During our conversation, Fred discusses the steps and benefits to creating a healthy company culture and provides his thoughts on how a company can protect its culture when in crisis.

In this episode, I speak with Brandon Patterson, the Democratic candidate for New York State Assembly District 64. During our conversation, Brandon shares what it's like running a political campaign amid a global pandemic, and provides his thoughts on how New York State can help small businesses survive and thrive.

In this episode, I speak with Matt Daley, owner of Matthew C. Daley Insurance Agency. During our conversation, Matt shares his thoughts on why it's so important to keep lines of communication with clients open, especially during challenging times, and provides his insight into how business interruption insurance came into play in a big way amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

In this episode, I speak with Danielle Desir, creator of The Thought Card and founder of WOC Podcasters. During our conversation, Danielle shares how she's invested in herself and her business during the COVID-19 pandemic, and provides her thoughts on travel in the coming months.

In this episode, I speak with Brooklyn Borough President Eric Adams. During our conversation, Borough President Adams, who preferred to be called Eric during our discussion, shares how a leader can cut through rhetoric to bring about real and impactful change, and outlines his vision for police reform.

In this episode, I speak Mike Geoffrion Jr., founder and CEO of Geo Group Landscape Design. During our conversation, Mike shares how he launched a new company amid the COVID-19 pandemic and touches on some of the new ways he's been communicating with customers.

In this episode, I speak with Caleb Kauffman, co-founder and CEO of CareerUp and RemoteInternships.com. During our conversation, Caleb shares how the COVID-19 crisis forced his company to pivot and provides his take on the future of internships abroad.

In this episode, I speak with Chip Rogers, president and CEO of the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA). During our conversation, Chip shares what it's like lobbying during the COVID-19 pandemic and provides insight into what his association has been doing for hoteliers at the state and federal levels.

In this episode, I speak with Dr. Antipas Harris, associate pastor at The Potter's House of Dallas, and president and dean of Jakes Divinity School. During our conversation, Dr. Harris discusses how he educates ministers on communicating effectively to various audiences in their communities and provides his thoughts on how people of faith can do a better job of speaking on social issues impacting them.

In this episode, I speak with Ray Blanchard, clinical supervisor at Astor Services for Children and Families. During our conversation, he discusses how the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted the way he communicates with patients and provides his take on the future of telemental health services.

In this episode, I speak New York State Assemblyman Doug Smith. During our conversation, he shares how he's been communicating with constituents during the COVID-19 pandemic and provides his thoughts on how the crisis is going to change the way candidates campaign in the upcoming election.

In this episode, I speak with Mary Elizabeth Elkordy, CEO of Elkordy Strategies. Mary and I went to UAlbany together, worked in politics at various levels, and joined the Phi Alpha Delta law fraternity, But here's an interesting fact: Neither of us became attorneys. During our conversation, Mary shares her thoughts on why businesses are having difficulties with navigating the media landscape during the COVID-19 crisis and points out some of the mistakes businesses are making right now when pitching their messaging.

In this episode, I speak with Casey Sherman, director of crisis communications at Regan Communications Group. If the name Casey Sherman sounds familiar, it's because he's an award-winning journalist and bestselling author. Some of his books include A Rose for Mary, Black Irish, Black Dragon, Bad Blood, The Finest Hours, Animal, and Boston Strong. During our conversation, Casey shares his thoughts on why businesses should always seek professional advice when interacting with journalists and explains how journalists go about poking holes in stories.

In this episode, I speak Lindsey Myers, founder of Concrete Blonde Consulting. During our conversation, Lindsey shares her thoughts on why business leaders should never leave their employees in the dark during a crisis and explains how employees can actually help their leaders with messaging to external stakeholders when a crisis occurs.

In this episode, I speak with Ngoc Thach, director of public relations at My Place Hotels of America. During our conversation, Ngoc provides her input on how businesses can work with associations and community leaders during crises and shares her thoughts on how a business can stay true to its brand when running an initiative designed to support people in need during a crisis.

In this episode, I speak with Phil Denning, partner at ICR. During our conversation, Phil shares two frameworks ICR uses when responding to a crisis and provides the details on the firm's COVID-19 microsite.

In this episode, I speak with Andrea Holland, founder of RemotePRJobs.com and DialedPR.com. During our conversation, Andrea shared her thoughts on how businesses can avoid crises and provided some tips on how to move through a crisis if you're already in one.

In this episode, I speak with Amanda Long, senior account director at Hughes Agency, a full-service public relations, marketing and advertising agency. During our conversation, Amanda shares her thoughts on how her background in marketing has shaped her approach to PR and provides her take on why it's so important to look at the entire picture when a crisis arises.

In this episode, I speak with Joe Bonilla, managing partner and senior media director of Relentless Awareness, a dynamic communications, public affairs, and events agency ready to harness 21st century innovation. I first met Joe at the State University of New York At Albany, where we went to college together. UA, YOU KNOW! This is the first conversation we've had since our college days. During our conversation, Joe shares his insights on how his business is approaching crisis communications and rapid response during the COVID-19 outbreak. He also stresses how important it is for everyone to do what they can right now to support businesses in their communities.

What's "The Crisis Averted Podcast"? Your host, CJ Arlotta, welcomes you.