Hiring For Good Podcast

Fueling Portland’s Startup Ecosystem with Josh Carter of UpStart Collective - 51On this episode of Hiring For Good, we sit down with Josh Carter, Co-Founder of UpStart Collective—Portland’s founder-focused accelerator creating a supportive home for early-stage entrepreneurs to launch, collaborate, and scale sustainable ventures. With two locations across the city and more than 170 founders served, UpStart has become a hub for innovation, mentorship, and meaningful economic impact. Josh shares his journey from the Navy to tech startups and accelerator programs, explores how community fuels growth through “happy collisions,” and unpacks what it truly means to hire for good. Hiring for Good is presented by Acumen Executive Search, the leading certified woman-owned executive search and advisory firm on the West Coast.Topics Discussed:Building Founder-First Ecosystems: How UpStart Collective supports entrepreneurs through affordable workspace, mentorship, and collaborative “happy collisions.”Leadership Through Experience: Josh’s journey from the Navy to tech startups—and how mission, values, and resilience shape great leaders.Hiring for Good in Practice: Why potential and alignment matter more than titles, and how diverse teams fuel innovation.UpStart Collective: https://www.upstartcollective.org/ Josh Carter’s Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshuajcarter/ Hiring For Good Website: https://www.hiringforgoodpod.com/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hiring-for-good-podcast/id1725208602Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/288s2urueV7xjlsFoYW8QNAcumen Executive Search Website: https://www.acumenexecutivesearch.com/Suzanne Hanifin: President at Acumen Executive SearchEmail: [email protected] for Good is presented by Acumen Executive Search. Acumen Executive Search is the leading certified woman-owned Executive Search and advisory Firm on the West Coast.Acumen sources, attracts, and qualifies world-class executive and management talent for organizations to support them in achieving their organizational goals.​ Due to their focus and local network, which is both broad and deep, we are able to leverage best practices across a broad range of industries. We employ an equity lens throughout the recruitment process.

Hiring for Good with Josh Johnston: Lessons from a Portland Restaurateur - 50In this episode of Hiring for Good, we sit down with Josh Johnston, President of Independent Restaurant Concepts, to talk about what it takes to build community-rooted businesses in one of the most competitive hospitality cities in the country. Josh shares his path from sales to entrepreneurship, the leadership lessons that come with scaling from one location to many, and how values like “be nice,” “be memorable,” and “embrace community” shape the teams and experiences IRC is known for. He also gets candid about the realities of operating in Portland today—labor, loyalty, and the tax burden—and what “hiring for good” looks like when you’re building something meant to last.Topics Discussed:Josh Johnston’s path into entrepreneurship: from sales and high-tech burnout to bartending, opening his first bar (North 45), and growing Independent Restaurant Concepts to nine locations over ~20 years.The leadership shift that comes with scaling: moving from “shoulder-to-shoulder” coworker to being perceived as the boss, and learning how communication, boundaries, and expectations change as you expand.Building culture and strong teams in hospitality: hiring for character over experience, defining mission/values (“favorite neighbor,” work hard/be nice/be safe, be memorable, embrace community), and creating loyalty through genuine hospitality and community partnerships—while navigating Portland’s cost/tax pressures and keeping the business resilient post-2020.Independent Restaurant Concepts (IRC): https://www.irc-nw.com/restaurantsHiring For Good Website: https://www.hiringforgoodpod.com/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hiring-for-good-podcast/id1725208602Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/288s2urueV7xjlsFoYW8QNAcumen Executive Search Website: https://www.acumenexecutivesearch.com/Suzanne Hanifin: President at Acumen Executive SearchEmail: [email protected] for Good is presented by Acumen Executive Search. Acumen Executive Search is the leading certified woman-owned Executive Search and advisory Firm on the West Coast.Acumen sources, attracts, and qualifies world-class executive and management talent for organizations to support them in achieving their organizational goals.​ Due to their focus and local network, which is both broad and deep, we are able to leverage best practices across a broad range of industries. We employ an equity lens throughout the recruitment process.

In this episode of Hiring for Good, Suzanne Hanifin and Tanis Morris sit down with Valdez Bravo, Deputy Director of Operations at the Multnomah County Health Department and a lifelong public servant with more than 25 years in healthcare leadership. Valdez shares his journey from enlisting in the U.S. Army at 18 to leading complex public health and healthcare systems, reflecting on how military service, emotional intelligence, and self-awareness shaped his leadership philosophy.Topics Discussed:Valdez Bravo’s leadership journey in public service: From enlisting in the Army as a medical equipment repair technician, to leadership roles at the VA, to becoming Deputy Director of Operations at the Multnomah County Health Department—plus how mission-driven work shaped his career path.A practical leadership toolkit built on EQ and self-awareness: Why self-awareness is the foundation of effective leadership, how emotional intelligence shows up day-to-day, and how leaders can avoid common pitfalls like micromanaging, “because I said so” commanding, and constant pace-setting.How to build strong teams and culture (especially in complex systems): “Start with why,” set clear expectations and standards, create consistent communication rhythms (like regular huddles), build trust and belonging, and hire for complementary strengths (not clones) to improve performance and accountability.Hiring For Good Website: https://www.hiringforgoodpod.com/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hiring-for-good-podcast/id1725208602Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/288s2urueV7xjlsFoYW8QNAcumen Executive Search Website: https://www.acumenexecutivesearch.com/Suzanne Hanifin: President at Acumen Executive SearchEmail: [email protected] for Good is presented by Acumen Executive Search. Acumen Executive Search is the leading certified woman-owned Executive Search and advisory Firm on the West Coast.Acumen sources, attracts, and qualifies world-class executive and management talent for organizations to support them in achieving their organizational goals.​ Due to their focus and local network, which is both broad and deep, we are able to leverage best practices across a broad range of industries. We employ an equity lens throughout the recruitment process.

Hiring for Good is a podcast presented by Acumen Executive Search exploring the transformative power of leadership and what happens when the right person takes the job. In Episode 47 of Hiring For Good, Suzanne Hanifin and Tanis Morris sit down with Farrah Burke, Acumen’s new Director of Business Development.Hiring For Good Website: https://www.hiringforgoodpod.com/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hiring-for-good-podcast/id1725208602Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/288s2urueV7xjlsFoYW8QNAcumen Executive Search Website: https://www.acumenexecutivesearch.com/Suzanne Hanifin: President at Acumen Executive SearchEmail: [email protected] for Good is presented by Acumen Executive Search. Acumen Executive Search is the leading certified woman-owned Executive Search and advisory Firm on the West Coast.Acumen sources, attracts, and qualifies world-class executive and management talent for organizations to support them in achieving their organizational goals.​ Due to their focus and local network, which is both broad and deep, we are able to leverage best practices across a broad range of industries. We employ an equity lens throughout the recruitment process.

Hiring for Good is a podcast presented by Acumen Executive Search exploring the transformative power of leadership and what happens when the right person takes the job. In Episode 47 of Hiring For Good, Suzanne Hanifin and Tanis Morris sit down with Randy Reed, former President of SAM Medical, to explore his remarkable career spanning public accounting, high-tech, and life-saving medical devices. Topics Discussed:Randy Reed’s nonlinear career journey from public accounting to high-tech leadership to serving as President of SAM Medical, including experiences with IPOs, acquisitions, and a major company sale.The evolution of his leadership philosophy — communication, inclusion, values alignment, and learning from both positive and negative examples throughout his early jobs and corporate career.Strategic team building and business growth at SAM Medical, including shifting R&D models, hiring key leaders, driving rapid revenue expansion, and maintaining a mission-driven culture that saves lives.Randy Reed’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/randy-reed-6b37a1116/Hiring For Good Website: https://www.hiringforgoodpod.com/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hiring-for-good-podcast/id1725208602Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/288s2urueV7xjlsFoYW8QNAcumen Executive Search Website: https://www.acumenexecutivesearch.com/Suzanne Hanifin: President at Acumen Executive SearchEmail: [email protected] for Good is presented by Acumen Executive Search. Acumen Executive Search is the leading certified woman-owned Executive Search and advisory Firm on the West Coast.Acumen sources, attracts, and qualifies world-class executive and management talent for organizations to support them in achieving their organizational goals.​ Due to their focus and local network, which is both broad and deep, we are able to leverage best practices across a broad range of industries. We employ an equity lens throughout the recruitment process.

Hiring for Good is a podcast presented by Acumen Executive Search exploring the transformative power of leadership and what happens when the right person takes the job. Thank you for tuning in to this episode of Hiring For Good Ep 46 with guest, Hart Williams, Managing Partner at Cloud Capital.Topics Discussed:-Hart’s nonlinear career path from advertising to tech startups to J.P. Morgan and Bessemer Trust, and eventually founding Cloud Capital.-The philosophy behind Cloud Capital—deep research, client-first service, scalable systems, and building intentionally rather than reacting quickly.-Leadership lessons on hiring without job postings, aligning values, empowering advisors, and designing a firm where people thrive long-term.Hiring For Good Website: https://www.hiringforgoodpod.com/Acumen Executive Search Website: https://www.acumenexecutivesearch.com/Hart Williams: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hartwilliams/ Suzanne Hanifin: President at Acumen Executive SearchEmail: [email protected] for Good is presented by Acumen Executive Search. Acumen Executive Search is the leading certified woman-owned Executive Search and advisory Firm on the West Coast.Acumen sources, attracts, and qualifies world-class executive and management talent for organizations to support them in achieving their organizational goals.​ Due to their focus and local network, which is both broad and deep, we are able to leverage best practices across a broad range of industries. We employ an equity lens throughout the recruitment process.

Hiring for Good is a podcast exploring the transformative power of leadership and what happens when the right person takes the job. Thank you for tuning in to this episode with our guest, Shannon Berg, APR, the Founder & CEO of Berg & Associates.About Shannon Berg, APR: https://bergassociatesnw.com/about/Berg & Associates : https://bergassociatesnw.com/Hiring For Good Website: https://www.hiringforgoodpod.com/ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hiring-for-good-podcast/id1725208602 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/288s2urueV7xjlsFoYW8QN Acumen Executive Search Website: https://www.acumenexecutivesearch.com/Email: [email protected] Hanifin: President at Acumen Executive SearchEmail: [email protected] for Good is presented by Acumen Executive Search. Acumen Executive Search is the leading certified woman-owned Executive Search and advisory Firm on the West Coast.Acumen sources, attracts, and qualifies world-class executive and management talent for organizations to support them in achieving their organizational goals.​ Due to their focus and local network, which is both broad and deep, we are able to leverage best practices across a broad range of industries. We employ an equity lens throughout the recruitment process.

Hiring for Good is a podcast presented by Acumen Executive Search exploring the transformative power of leadership and what happens when the right person takes the job. Thank you for tuning in to this episode of Hiring For Good Ep 44 with Dr. Tanya L. Stewart - Regional Medical Director at Aledade Inc.Topics Discussed:1. Dr. Stewart’s journey from hospice and palliative care to executive leadership—how early patient experiences shaped her mission to humanize medicine and lead with empathy.2. Building cultures of compassion and innovation—what she learned transforming organizations like UnitedHealth Group and Aledade through values-driven leadership.3. Mentorship, balance, and hiring for purpose—how to identify passion over ego, nurture diverse teams, and empower future healthcare leaders to lead with heart.Dr. Tanya L. Stewart’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tanyaluglianistewart/ Aledade's Website: https://aledade.com/Hiring For Good Website: https://www.hiringforgoodpod.com/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hiring-for-good-podcast/id1725208602Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/288s2urueV7xjlsFoYW8QNAcumen Executive Search Website: https://www.acumenexecutivesearch.com/Suzanne Hanifin: President at Acumen Executive SearchEmail: [email protected] for Good is presented by Acumen Executive Search. Acumen Executive Search is the leading certified woman-owned Executive Search and advisory Firm on the West Coast.Acumen sources, attracts, and qualifies world-class executive and management talent for organizations to support them in achieving their organizational goals.​ Due to their focus and local network, which is both broad and deep, we are able to leverage best practices across a broad range of industries. We employ an equity lens throughout the recruitment process.

Hiring for Good is a podcast exploring the transformative power of leadership and what happens when the right person takes the job. Thank you for tuning in to this episode with our guest  Paul Delvecchio, CEO and co-founder of Ethos Companies.Topics Discussed:From Engineering to Entrepreneurship – Paul shares his path from construction and global real estate strategy at the U.S. State Department to co-founding and leading Ethos Companies.Building “Small Big Deals” – Insights into how Ethos brings institutional sophistication to mid-market development, brokerage, and property management projects.Hiring with Purpose – Why credentials matter, how values and cultural fit come into play, and what “Hiring for Good” means when aligning talent with organizational mission.Ethos Companies Website:  https://ethoscompanies.com/Hiring For Good Website: https://www.hiringforgoodpod.com/ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hiring-for-good-podcast/id1725208602 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/288s2urueV7xjlsFoYW8QN Acumen Executive Search Website: https://www.acumenexecutivesearch.com/

HFG: Eve Gray: Building Teams and Communities Through Trust - 42Hiring for Good is a podcast presented by Acumen Executive Search exploring the transformative power of leadership and what happens when the right person takes the job. Thank you for tuning in to this episode of Hiring For Good Ep 42 with Eve Gray, Director of Health and Human Services.-Topics Discussed:Career Path and Mentorship Eve shared her journey from nursing school to becoming Director of Health and Human Services for Lane County. She emphasized the importance of mentors and colleagues who recognized her potential, opening doors to opportunities she hadn’t envisioned for herself.-Leadership Lessons and Team Building Drawing from her early experiences leading large teams, Eve described how she shifted from being outcomes-focused to relationship-focused—building trust first, empowering her teams, and cultivating diverse leadership styles to create stronger, more resilient organizations.-Community Partnerships and Values-Driven Leadership Eve discussed how addressing complex issues like homelessness and behavioral health requires public-private collaboration. She also spoke about embedding values such as equity, respect, and work-life balance into leadership, showing how modeling flexibility and authenticity can strengthen organizational culture.Eve Gray’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eve-gray-21bb16132/Hiring For Good Website: https://www.hiringforgoodpod.com/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hiring-for-good-podcast/id1725208602Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/288s2urueV7xjlsFoYW8QNAcumen Executive Search Website: https://www.acumenexecutivesearch.com/Suzanne Hanifin: President at Acumen Executive SearchEmail: [email protected] for Good is presented by Acumen Executive Search. Acumen Executive Search is the leading certified woman-owned Executive Search and advisory Firm on the West Coast.Acumen sources, attracts, and qualifies world-class executive and management talent for organizations to support them in achieving their organizational goals.​ Due to their focus and local network, which is both broad and deep, we are able to leverage best practices across a broad range of industries. We employ an equity lens throughout the recruitment process.

Welcome to Hiring For Good, a podcast presented by Acumen Executive Search, exploring the transformative power of leadership—and what happens when the right person takes the job.In this episode, co-hosts Suzanne Hanifin (President, Acumen Executive Search) and Tanis Morris sit down with Tom Burns, visionary entrepreneur, co-founder of Yogi Tea, and former CEO of Golden Temple. Tom shares his remarkable journey—from growing up in a multi-generational manufacturing family in the Pacific Northwest, to living in an ashram in Eugene, and ultimately building Yogi Tea into a global brand rooted in organic ingredients, Vedic tradition, and social responsibility.Listeners will hear how Tom integrated meditation, Sikh philosophy, and conscious leadership into his approach to business, creating organizations that nourish both people and planet. He reflects on values-based hiring, building cohesive leadership teams, and why “work as worship” has been his lifelong philosophy. Today, as CEO of Plant Based Innovations, Tom continues to champion mission-driven growth while supporting communities through business.This inspiring conversation highlights how purpose, vision, and values can shape not only successful companies but also meaningful lives.Hiring For Good Website: https://www.hiringforgoodpod.com/  Acumen Executive Search Website: https://www.acumenexecutivesearch.com/Tanis Morris: Director of Business Development at Acumen Executive SearchEmail: [email protected] Hanifin: President at Acumen Executive SearchEmail: [email protected] for Good is presented by Acumen Executive Search. Acumen Executive Search is the leading certified woman-owned Executive Search and advisory Firm on the West Coast.Acumen sources, attracts, and qualifies world-class executive and management talent for organizations to support them in achieving their organizational goals.​ Due to their focus and local network, which is both broad and deep, we are able to leverage best practices across a broad range of industries. We employ an equity lens throughout the recruitment process.

Welcome to Hiring For Good, a podcast presented by Acumen Executive Search exploring the transformative power of leadership—and what happens when the right person takes the job. In this episode, co-hosts Suzanne Hanifin (President, Acumen Executive Search) and Tanis Morris sit down with Andy Nelson, CEO of Ride Connection—a nonprofit that provides over 1 million rides each year, connecting the Portland metro area’s most-vulnerable neighbors to work, health care, shopping, and each other.Topics Discussed:From service to leadership — Andy Nelson’s journey as a high-energy social sector leader, volunteer, and coach, and why he believes communities thrive when the needs of our most-vulnerable neighbors are met.Ride Connection’s impact — how the organization provides over 1 million rides each year across the Portland metro area, connecting people to work, health care, shopping, and each other.Leading with purpose — Andy’s approach to building strong teams, fostering collaboration, and never taking opportunities to serve for granted.Ride Connection’s Website : https://rideconnection.org/ Andy Nelson’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andy-nelson-34aa321/ Hiring For Good Website: https://www.hiringforgoodpod.com/ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hiring-for-good-podcast/id1725208602 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/288s2urueV7xjlsFoYW8QN Acumen Executive Search Website: https://www.acumenexecutivesearch.com/Tanis Morris: Director of Business Development at Acumen Executive SearchEmail: [email protected] Hanifin: President at Acumen Executive SearchEmail: [email protected] for Good is presented by Acumen Executive Search. Acumen Executive Search is the leading certified woman-owned Executive Sear

Welcome to Hiring For Good, a podcast presented by Acumen Executive Search exploring the transformative power of leadership—and what happens when the right person takes the job.In this episode, co-hosts Suzanne Hanifin (President, Acumen Executive Search) and Tanis Morris sit down with Mac Prichard, founder of Mac’s List—Oregon’s premier job board and a nationally recognized career resource.About Mac Pitchard:Mac Prichard is the founder and publisher of Mac’s List, a regional job board that helps people find jobs that matter. Mac’s List was founded in 2001 and became a Certified B Corporation in 2017.Mac is also the author of Land Your Dream Job Anywhere and Land Your Dream Job in Portland and the host of the top Apple ranked career advice podcast Find Your Dream Job.From 2007 to 2023, Mac owned and operated Prichard Communications, a social change public relations agency that worked with philanthropies, nonprofits and public agencies across the country. Previously, Mac was a communications director in Oregon, Massachusetts, and Washington, DC. Mac has a master’s in public administration from Harvard University and a bachelor’s in political science from the University of Iowa.Topics Discussed:-Owning Your Career Path: Mac shares how periods of unemployment taught him the importance of clarity, networking, and taking charge of your own professional journey.-Hiring with Intention: The conversation explores how values, mission alignment, and clear expectations are essential for successful hiring and team-building.-The Origin of Mac’s List: Mac reflects on how a simple act of service—sharing job postings—evolved into a mission-driven business connecting people to meaningful work.Mac’s List Website : https://www.macslist.org/Mac Pritchard’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/macprichard Hiring For Good Website: https://www.hiringforgoodpod.com/ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hiring-for-good-podcast/id1725208602 Spotify:

Hiring For Good Ep 38 - Luis Carbo, Regional Director at ProVisorsHiring for Good is a podcast presented by Acumen Executive Search exploring the transformative power of leadership and what happens when the right person takes the job. Thank you for tuning in to this episode with Hiring For Good with Hiring For Good Ep 38 with Luis Carbo, Regional Director in the Pacific Northwest at ProVisors.About Luis Carbo:With over 20 years of experience across global operations, sales enablement, and human and financial capital services, Luis Carbo has partnered with some of the world’s most recognized brands. Throughout his career, he has remained committed to optimizing processes, launching strategic initiatives, and building lasting impact while empowering professionals at every level.Luis’s driving purpose goes beyond business — he is dedicated to helping individuals advance personally, professionally, and financially. He finds the greatest fulfillment in seeing others achieve their dreams and carve out meaningful, purpose-driven lives.About ProVisors:ProVisors is the largest national networking organization exclusively for professional service providers – Trusted Advisors. Our proven system, developed over 35 years, accelerates business results for our members. ProVisors members receive business opportunities and access to our national network of advisors to provide more value to their existing clients. They also enjoy elevated standing of their personal and professional brand, while forming lasting relationships with like-minded professionals.Luis Carbo’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/luiscarbo/Hiring For Good Website: https://www.hiringforgoodpod.com/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hiring-for-good-podcast/id1725208602Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/288s2urueV7xjlsFoYW8QNAcumen Executive Search Website: https://www.acumenexecutivesearch.com/Tanis Morris: Director of Business Development at Acumen Executive SearchEmail: [email protected] Hanifin: President at Acumen Executive SearchEmail: [email protected] for Good is presented by Acumen Executive Search. Acumen Executive Search is the leading certified woman-owned Executive Search and advisory Firm on the West Coast.Acumen sources, attracts, and qualifies world-class executive and management talent for organizations to support them in achieving their organizational goals.​ Due to their focus and local network, which is both broad and deep, we are able to leverage best practices across a broad range of industries. We employ an equity lens throughout the recruitment process.

Hiring For Good Ep 37 - Leigh Schiffmacher - Director of Operations - CAIHiring for Good is a podcast exploring the transformative power of leadership and what happens when the right person takes the job. Thank you for tuning in to this episode with Hiring For Good with Leigh Schiffmacher, Director of Operations at CAI.About CAI:CAI is a professional services firm dedicated to accelerating operational readiness and excellence in critical environments. With a team of experts in engineering, quality, and operations, CAI delivers complex projects on time and within budget by combining top-tier talent with the latest technology. The firm is committed to continuous improvement, building meaningful partnerships, and maintaining the highest industry standards. Through this approach, CAI is helping to lead the industry and shape the future of high-performance operations.Leigh Schiffmacher’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leigh-schiffmacher-07bb25153/CAI  Website: https://caiready.com/Hiring For Good Website: https://www.hiringforgoodpod.com/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hiring-for-good-podcast/id1725208602Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/288s2urueV7xjlsFoYW8QNAcumen Executive Search Website: https://www.acumenexecutivesearch.com/Tanis Morris: Director of Business Development at Acumen Executive SearchEmail: [email protected] Hanifin: President at Acumen Executive SearchEmail: [email protected] Executive Search is the leading certified woman-owned Executive Search and advisory Firm on the West Coast.Acumen sources, attracts, and qualifies world-class executive and management talent for organizations to support them in achieving their organizational goals.​ Due to their focus and local network, which is both broad and deep, we are able to leverage best practices across a broad range of industries. We employ an equity lens throughout the recruitment process.

Hiring For Good Ep 36 - Beach Pace, CEO of Big Brother Big SisterHiring for Good is a podcast exploring the transformative power of leadership and what happens when the right person takes the job. Thank you for tuning in to this episode with Hiring For Good with Hiring For Good Ep 36 - Beach Pace, the CEO of Big Brother Big Sister.About Big Brother Big Sister:Since 1904, Big Brothers Big Sisters has operated under the belief that inherent in every child is incredible potential. As the nation’s largest donor- and volunteer-supported mentoring network, Big Brothers Big Sisters makes meaningful, monitored matches between adult volunteers ("Bigs") and children ("Littles"), ages 5 through young adulthood in communities across the country. We develop positive relationships that have a direct and lasting effect on the lives of young people.Beach Pace LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/beachpace Big Brothers Big Sisters Website: https://www.bbbs.org/ Hiring For Good Website: https://www.hiringforgoodpod.com/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hiring-for-good-podcast/id1725208602Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/288s2urueV7xjlsFoYW8QNAcumen Executive Search Website: https://www.acumenexecutivesearch.com/Tanis Morris: Director of Business Development at Acumen Executive SearchEmail: [email protected] Hanifin: President at Acumen Executive SearchEmail: [email protected] Executive Search is the leading certified woman-owned Executive Search and advisory Firm on the West Coast.Acumen sources, attracts, and qualifies world-class executive and management talent for organizations to support them in achieving their organizational goals.​ Due to their focus and local network, which is both broad and deep, we are able to leverage best practices across a broad range of industries. We employ an equity lens throughout the recruitment process.

Hiring For Good Ep 35 - Chris Pippin, Director of Marketing Operations at Cambia Health SolutionsHiring for Good is a podcast exploring the transformative power of leadership and what happens when the right person takes the job. Thank you for tuning in to this episode with Hiring For Good with Chris Pippin, the director of marketing operations at Cambia Health Solutions.About Cambia Health Solutions:Cambia Health Solutions is dedicated to making the health care experience simpler, better and more affordable for people and their families, including the more than 2.3 million people we serve through our regional health plans.For more than 100 years, Cambia has been deeply rooted in a legacy of transforming the industry and the way people experience health care. And we’re committed to delivering an easier, personalized health care experience for the next century.Drawing upon its legacy business, Cambia has pivoted to meet the needs of today’s health care consumers. Our six regional health plans, our health policy center, Echo Health Ventures and the Cambia Health Foundation are all united by our Cause— to serve as a catalyst to transform health care, creating a person-focused and economically sustainable health care system.Hiring For Good Website: https://www.hiringforgoodpod.com/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hiring-for-good-podcast/id1725208602Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/288s2urueV7xjlsFoYW8QNAcumen Executive Search Website: https://www.acumenexecutivesearch.com/Tanis Morris: Director of Business Development at Acumen Executive SearchEmail: [email protected] Hanifin: President at Acumen Executive SearchEmail: [email protected] Executive Search is the leading certified woman-owned Executive Search and advisory Firm on the West Coast.Acumen sources, attracts, and qualifies world-class executive and management talent for organizations to support them in achieving their organizational goals.​ Due to their focus and local network, which is both broad and deep, we are able to leverage best practices across a broad range of industries. We employ an equity lens throughout the recruitment process.

Hiring for Good is a podcast exploring the transformative power of leadership and what happens when the right person takes the job. Thank you for tuning in to this episode with Matt Beaudet, CEO of Araceli Biosciences.About Matt Beaudet:Matt Beaudet has over twenty five years of dedicated service in the biotech field, marked by significant roles at Molecular Probes, Life Technologies, and as co-founder and CEO of InVivo Biosystems. Now as CEO of Araceli, Matt applies his deep expertise to advance biotechnological research and drug development platforms. His leadership is characterized by a pragmatic approach to innovative solutions and commitment to commercialization that meets real-world needs.Outside the lab, Matt is a mentor to emerging tech startups, sharing his insights and experiences to nurture new talent in the biotech community. Holding a degree in Molecular Biology from the University of Oregon, he is passionate about leveraging science to improve health outcomes. Matt’s leadership style and achievements embody his belief in the power of technology to solve complex health challenges.Matt Beaudet’s Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattbeaudet/Hiring For Good Website: https://www.hiringforgoodpod.com/Podcast on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...Tanis Morris: Director of Business Development at Acumen Executive SearchEmail: [email protected] Hanifin: President at Acumen Executive SearchEmail: [email protected] Executive Search Website: https://www.acumenexecutivesearch.com/Acumen Executive Search is the leading certified woman-owned Executive Search and advisory Firm on the West Coast.Acumen sources, attracts, and qualifies world-class executive and management talent for organizations to support them in achieving their organizational goals.​ Due to their focus and local network, which is both broad and deep, we are able to leverage best practices across a broad range of industries. We employ an equity lens throughout the recruitment process.

Hiring For Good Ep 32 - Rena Whittaker, President & Founder of BeingTribalHiring for Good is a podcast exploring the transformative power of leadership and what happens when the right person takes the job. Thank you for tuning in to this episode with our guest Rena Whittaker, the President & Founder of BeingTribal.Rena Whittaker's LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/rena-whittaker-60931b10/ Being Tribal Website: https://beingtribal.comAbout Rena Whittaker:Rena Whittaker is the Founder and President of BeingTribal, a compassionate truth teller, and a convener of passionate leaders. As a keynote speaker and author, she is an expert in cultivating personal and professional T.R.I.B.A.L. transformation—fostering trust, respect, investment, belonging, accountability, and leadership. With over 20 years of experience as an Executive Director in healthcare philanthropy, Rena has successfully raised millions of dollars for impactful causes through the support of generous donors and investors. Her mission is to guide individuals and organizations to transform through authentic connection and empowered leadership. Rena is passionate about helping people create meaningful tribes that foster growth, success, and deep, lasting change.Podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Hiring_For_GoodPodcast on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hiring-for-good-podcast/id1725208602 Tanis Morris: Director of Business Development at Acumen Executive SearchEmail: [email protected] Hanifin: President at Acumen Executive SearchEmail: [email protected] Executive Search Website: https://www.acumenexecutivesearch.com/Acumen Executive Search is the leading certified woman-owned Executive Search and advisory Firm on the West Coast.Acumen sources, attracts, and qualifies world-class executive and management talent for organizations to support them in achieving their organizational goals.​ Due to their focus and local network, which is both broad and deep, we are able to leverage best practices across a broad range of industries. We employ an equity lens throughout the recruitment process.

Hiring For Good Ep 32 - Michael Eshelby, Founder & Chairman of Hiring for Good is a podcast exploring the transformative power of leadership and what happens when the right person takes the job. Thank you for tuning in to this episode with our guest Founder and Chairman of Michael's Messenger Service.About Michael Eshelby:Initially, Michael ran most of the routes himself. However, MMS Courier quickly grew as he established it as one of the fastest, most trusted couriers in the region.Today, Michael’s vision has taken us from a one-person startup to premier medical courier company with a team of more than 200 independent drivers across the country, working with the top pharmacies, hospitals, labs and businesses.Michael Eshelby’s Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-eshelby-7284a847/ Hiring For Good Website: https://www.hiringforgoodpod.com/Podcast on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...Tanis Morris: Director of Business Development at Acumen Executive SearchEmail: [email protected] Hanifin: President at Acumen Executive SearchEmail: [email protected] Executive Search Website: https://www.acumenexecutivesearch.com/Acumen Executive Search is the leading certified woman-owned Executive Search and advisory Firm on the West Coast.Acumen sources, attracts, and qualifies world-class executive and management talent for organizations to support them in achieving their organizational goals.​ Due to their focus and local network, which is both broad and deep, we are able to leverage best practices across a broad range of industries. We employ an equity lens throughout the recruitment process.

Hiring for Good is a podcast exploring the transformative power of leadership and what happens when the right person takes the job. Thank you for tuning in to this episode with our guest Helaman Escobar an operations executive, business builder, and a leader in genomics.About Helaman Escobar:Dynamic and results-driven executive with a proven track record of building, managing, and scaling complex business units with multimillion-dollar P&L responsibility. Twenty years of management experience with twelve in senior positions. Trained with an MBA, a science degree and seasoned with the challenges of competitive markets. Adept at driving operational excellence, enhancing efficiency, and leading cross-functional teams to achieve strategic objectives.Helaman Escobar’s Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hescobar/ Hiring For Good Website: https://www.hiringforgoodpod.com/Podcast on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...Tanis Morris: Director of Business Development at Acumen Executive SearchEmail: [email protected] Hanifin: President at Acumen Executive SearchEmail: [email protected] Executive Search Website: https://www.acumenexecutivesearch.com/Acumen Executive Search is the leading certified woman-owned Executive Search and advisory Firm on the West Coast.Acumen sources, attracts, and qualifies world-class executive and management talent for organizations to support them in achieving their organizational goals.​ Due to their focus and local network, which is both broad and deep, we are able to leverage best practices across a broad range of industries. We employ an equity lens throughout the recruitment process.

Hiring for Good is a podcast exploring the transformative power of leadership and what happens when the right person takes the job. Thank you for tuning in to this episode with our guest CEO of Milwaukee Electronics.About Milwaukee Electronics:Milwaukee Electronics is an American electronics manufacturing services (EMS) provider based in the U.S., Mexico and Asia. Founded in 1954, we have evolved into a one-stop shop for custom electronics design, printed circuit board (PCB) prototyping and assembly as well as project management.Jered Stoehr Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jered-stoehr-3b78351/ Milwaukee Electronics: https://www.milwaukeeelectronics.com/Hiring For Good Website: https://www.hiringforgoodpod.com/Podcast on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...Tanis Morris: Director of Business Development at Acumen Executive SearchEmail: [email protected] Hanifin: President at Acumen Executive SearchEmail: [email protected] Executive Search Website: https://www.acumenexecutivesearch.com/Acumen Executive Search is the leading certified woman-owned Executive Search and advisory Firm on the West Coast.Acumen sources, attracts, and qualifies world-class executive and management talent for organizations to support them in achieving their organizational goals.​ Due to their focus and local network, which is both broad and deep, we are able to leverage best practices across a broad range of industries. We employ an equity lens throughout the recruitment process.

Hiring For Good Ep 29 - Janel Rieder, Owner of Assisting Hands Home CareHiring for Good is a podcast exploring the transformative power of leadership and what happens when the right person takes the job. Thank you for tuning in to this episode with our guest Janel Rieder, Owner of Assisting Hands Home Care.About Assisting Hands Home Care:As a leading home care service provider, we take pride in offering more than just the medical help but assistance with companionship and daily chores. With professional caregiving license at hands, we are dedicated to providing skilled care services including RN oversight, medication administration, and wound care – all under the supervision of experienced nursing staff. Unlike conventional home care service providers, we follow a comprehensive approach – delivering a variety of assistance services to make sure your loved ones receive the best care Janel Rieder Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/janel-rieder-bsn-rn-8a635ba5/  Assisting Hands Home Care: https://assistinghandsgreaterportland.com/Hiring For Good Website: https://www.hiringforgoodpod.com/Podcast on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...Tanis Morris: Director of Business Development at Acumen Executive SearchEmail: [email protected] Hanifin: President at Acumen Executive SearchEmail: [email protected] Executive Search Website: https://www.acumenexecutivesearch.com/Acumen Executive Search is the leading certified woman-owned Executive Search and advisory Firm on the West Coast.Acumen sources, attracts, and qualifies world-class executive and management talent for organizations to support them in achieving their organizational goals.​ Due to their focus and local network, which is both broad and deep, we are able to leverage best practices across a broad range of industries. We employ an equity lens throughout the recruitment process.

Hiring For Good Ep 28. - John Morris, Streaming Media and Ad Tech ArchitectHiring for Good is a podcast exploring the transformative power of leadership and what happens when the right person takes the job. Thank you for tuning in to this episode with our guest John Morris a streaming media and ad tech architect, inventor, builder, and leader.About John Morris:With over 23 years of professional experience, John has spearheaded dozens of innovative streaming and digital monetization strategies, and was an inventor on nearly a dozen patents. John’s core competencies lie in identifying, architecting, and delivering elegant solutions to solve complex problems. As a leader, John is motivated by the challenges inherent to the distribution and monetization of digital content while fostering a culture that values groundbreaking ideas, diverse perspectives, and delivering value early and often.A Digital Audio pioneer, John has played an integral role in scaling cloud-based streaming and podcasting platforms to new heights with firsts in technologies like variable-length dynamic ad insertion, and real-time server-side ad insertion into live and on demand content. John has also led teams providing successful monetization of live and on-demand streams via our own Ad Server, Programmatic, and Ad Network capabilities. John Morris Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-w-morris-iv/ Hiring For Good Website: https://www.hiringforgoodpod.com/Podcast on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hiring-for-good-podcast/id1725208602Tanis Morris: Director of Business Development at Acumen Executive SearchEmail: [email protected] Hanifin: President at Acumen Executive SearchEmail: [email protected] Executive Search Website: https://www.acumenexecutivesearch.com/Acumen Executive Search is the leading certified woman-owned Executive Search and advisory Firm on the West Coast.Acumen sources, attracts, and qualifies world-class executive and management talent for organizations to support them in achieving their organizational goals.​ Due to their focus and local network, which is both broad and deep, we are able to leverage best practices across a broad range of industries. We employ an equity lens throughout the recruitment process.

Hiring For Good Ep 27. - Kendra Cox & Paetra Orueta of Blazer Industries Inc. Hiring for Good is a podcast exploring the transformative power of leadership and what happens when the right person takes the job. Thank you for tuning in to this episode with our guests Kendra Cox (President) & Paetra Orueta (Director of Business Development) of Blazer Industries Inc.Hiring For Good Website: https://www.hiringforgoodpod.com/About Blazer Industries Inc:Blazer Industries, Inc. is a privately held, family owned and operated modular building manufacturing company. Blazer has grown steadily to become a trusted leader and innovator in the modular building industry.Blazer Industries Inc Website:  https://blazerind.com/ Paetra Orueta’s LInkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paetra-orueta-320253249/Kendra Cox’s Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kendra-cox-a72ab2281/Podcast on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hiring-for-good-podcast/id1725208602Tanis Morris: Director of Business Development at Acumen Executive SearchEmail: [email protected] Hanifin: President at Acumen Executive SearchEmail: [email protected] Executive Search Website: https://www.acumenexecutivesearch.com/Acumen Executive Search is the leading certified woman-owned Executive Search and advisory Firm on the West Coast.Acumen sources, attracts, and qualifies world-class executive and management talent for organizations to support them in achieving their organizational goals.​ Due to their focus and local network, which is both broad and deep, we are able to leverage best practices across a broad range of industries. We employ an equity lens throughout the recruitment process.

Hiring for Good is a podcast exploring the transformative power of leadership and what happens when the right person takes the job. Thank you for tuning in to this episode with our guest Christie Dudenhoefer, Manager of Life Science Solutions Business at HP Inc.Hiring For Good Website: https://www.hiringforgoodpod.com/About Christie Dudenhoefer:Manager of intrapreneurial HP Inc business that deploys HP core printing technology to new Life Science applications. Current products target pharmaceutical and biotech drug discovery and genomics research. My responsibilities in this role include end-to-end responsibility for managing the business and extended team.Christie Dudenhoefer's Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christie-dudenhoefer/Podcast on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hiring-for-good-podcast/id1725208602Tanis Morris: Director of Business Development at Acumen Executive SearchEmail: [email protected] Hanifin: President at Acumen Executive SearchEmail: [email protected] Executive Search Website: https://www.acumenexecutivesearch.com/Acumen Executive Search is the leading certified woman-owned Executive Search and advisory Firm on the West Coast.Acumen sources, attracts, and qualifies world-class executive and management talent for organizations to support them in achieving their organizational goals.​ Due to their focus and local network, which is both broad and deep, we are able to leverage best practices across a broad range of industries. We employ an equity lens throughout the recruitment process.

Hiring for Good is a podcast exploring the transformative power of leadership and what happens when the right person takes the job. Thank you for tuning in to this episode with our guests Doug and Jonathan Lenhoff, The President and Director of Sales at dibrokerWest (also father and son). Hiring For Good Website: https://www.hiringforgoodpod.com/About dibrokerWest:dibrokerWest, LLC, established in 2001, is the result of a merger between Jerry Koll and Doug Lenhoff, both of Portland, Oregon. Their insurance brokerage operations focus almost exclusively on Individual Disability Income Insurance. Today, dibrokerWest is one of the largest independent multi-company Disability Brokerage firms in the country. dibrokerWest currently provides DI and CI products and services to several National Sales Organizations as well as over 6,000 independent insurance professionals in all 50 states.Doug Lenhoff's Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/doug-lenhoff-70588313/Jonathan Lenhoff’s Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathan-d-lenhoff-b2540bb6/ Podcast on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...Tanis Morris: Director of Business Development at Acumen Executive SearchEmail: [email protected] Hanifin: President at Acumen Executive SearchEmail: [email protected] Executive Search Website: https://www.acumenexecutivesearch.com/Acumen Executive Search is the leading certified woman-owned Executive Search and advisory Firm on the West Coast.Acumen sources, attracts, and qualifies world-class executive and management talent for organizations to support them in achieving their organizational goals.​ Due to their focus and local network, which is both broad and deep, we are able to leverage best practices across a broad range of industries. We employ an equity lens throughout the recruitment process.

Hiring for Good is a podcast exploring the transformative power of leadership and what happens when the right person takes the job. Thank you for tuning in to this episode with our guest Ali Migaki, Chief Experience Officer at iQ Credit Union.Hiring For Good Website: https://www.hiringforgoodpod.com/About Ali Migaki:Ali Migaki is the Chief Experience Officer at iQ Credit Union. She oversees retail services with more than $1.7 billion in deposits, member and lending center, 15 branches, and 180 employees serving 90 thousand members.Ali has deep experience across iQ’s retail banking services. In many ways, she helped shape iQ into the company it is today. Her career and leadership started 25 years ago, and she has experienced the credit union’s growth from $200M to $1.7B. She is a member of iQ’s executive team and contributes to the short and long-term strategic objectives to maximize the member’s experience. Her strong relationships with other department leaders serve the common goal of providing a positive experience for members.Ali Migaki’s Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alimigaki Podcast on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hiring-for-good-podcast/id1725208602Tanis Morris: Director of Business Development at Acumen Executive SearchEmail: [email protected] Hanifin: President at Acumen Executive SearchEmail: [email protected] Executive Search Website: https://www.acumenexecutivesearch.com/Acumen Executive Search is the leading certified woman-owned Executive Search and advisory Firm on the West Coast.Acumen sources, attracts, and qualifies world-class executive and management talent for organizations to support them in achieving their organizational goals.​ Due to their focus and local network, which is both broad and deep, we are able to leverage best practices across a broad range of industries. We employ an equity lens throughout the recruitment process.

Hiring for Good is a podcast exploring the transformative power of leadership and what happens when the right person takes the job. Thank you for tuning in to this episode with our guest Biopharma Leader, Ndeye Makalou.Hiring For Good Website: https://www.hiringforgoodpod.com/About Ndeye Makalou:As a bold and visionary Pharmacist with over 20 years in the BioPharma industry, Ndeye leads global transformation with courage. Her expertise spans program management, quality control, and global supply chain in both developed and emerging markets, emphasizing Health Equity. Passionate about shaping health systems in Africa, she is passionate about influencing policies for equitable healthcare access. A dynamic leader, she inspires individuals to collaborate seamlessly, fostering a team spirit that achieves exceptional outcomes. As a risk-taker and problem solver, she challenges the status quo, develops innovative solutions, and implements decisive actions for impactful results.Ndeye Makalou’s Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ndeye-makalou/Podcast on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hiring-for-good-podcast/id1725208602Tanis Morris: Director of Business Development at Acumen Executive SearchEmail: [email protected] Hanifin: President at Acumen Executive SearchEmail: [email protected] Executive Search Website: https://www.acumenexecutivesearch.com/Acumen Executive Search is the leading certified woman-owned Executive Search and advisory Firm on the West Coast.Acumen sources, attracts, and qualifies world-class executive and management talent for organizations to support them in achieving their organizational goals.​ Due to their focus and local network, which is both broad and deep, we are able to leverage best practices across a broad range of industries. We employ an equity lens throughout the recruitment process.

Hiring for Good is a podcast exploring the transformative power of leadership and what happens when the right person takes the job. Thank you for tuning in to this episode with our guest Dr. Randall Kinnison, aka Doctor Peace. Dr. Randall Kinnison, aka Doctor Peace, founded Genesis Mediation in 2005. His mission was simple – create peace. Since that beginning, Randy and the Genesis Team have created peace for thousands of people. His vision is to create peace for over 3 million people by 2030.Hiring For Good Website: https://www.hiringforgoodpod.com/Dr. Randall Kinnison’s Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/randykinnison/ Genesis Mediation: https://genesismediation.com/Tanis Morris: Director of Business Development at Acumen Executive SearchEmail: [email protected] Hanifin: President at Acumen Executive SearchEmail: [email protected] Executive Search Website: https://www.acumenexecutivesearch.com/Acumen Executive Search is the leading certified woman-owned Executive Search and advisory Firm on the West Coast.Acumen sources, attracts, and qualifies world-class executive and management talent for organizations to support them in achieving their organizational goals.​ Due to their focus and local network, which is both broad and deep, we are able to leverage best practices across a broad range of industries. We employ an equity lens throughout the recruitment process.

Suzanne Hanifin is the founder and President of Acumen Executive Search and a cohost of the Hiring For Good Podcast. She brings a great deal of heart, insight, a spirit of giving back, and an insistence on doing the right thing to the search process. She lets people know they are deeply cared for, seen, and in good hands when they engage with her company. Suzanne believes in win/win solutions. All parties involved walk away from negotiations feeling seen and satisfied with Suzanne leading the way. Hiring For Good Website: https://www.hiringforgoodpod.com/Acumen Executive Search Website: https://www.acumenexecutivesearch.com/ Email: [email protected] Executive Search is the leading certified woman-owned Executive Search and advisory Firm on the West Coast.Acumen sources, attracts, and qualifies world-class executive and management talent for organizations to support them in achieving their organizational goals.​ Due to their focus and local network, which is both broad and deep, we are able to leverage best practices across a broad range of industries. We employ an equity lens throughout the recruitment process.

Hiring for Good is a podcast exploring the transformative power of leadership and what happens when the right person takes the job. Thank you for tuning in to this episode with our guest Smriti Agrawal, Ph.D., Medtech Innovator.Hiring For Good Website: https://www.hiringforgoodpod.com/Smriti Agrawal’s Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/atsmriti/ Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/288s2ur...Podcast on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast…Tanis Morris: Director of Business Development at Acumen Executive SearchEmail: [email protected] Hanifin: President at Acumen Executive SearchEmail: [email protected] Executive Search Website: https://www.acumenexecutivesearch.com/Acumen Executive Search is the leading certified woman-owned Executive Search and advisory Firm on the West Coast.Acumen sources, attracts, and qualifies world-class executive and management talent for organizations to support them in achieving their organizational goals.​ Due to their focus and local network, which is both broad and deep, we are able to leverage best practices across a broad range of industries. We employ an equity lens throughout the recruitment process.

Hiring for Good is a podcast exploring the transformative power of leadership and what happens when the right person takes the job. Thank you for tuning in to this episode with our guest Cameron Madill, Founder of PixelSpoke and a social impact entrepreneur.Hiring For Good Website: https://www.hiringforgoodpod.com/About Cameron Madill:Cameron Madill is a social impact entrepreneur, renowned for his work building and scaling organizations with a focus on relationship development and leveraging positive psychology principles.Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/288s2ur...Podcast on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...Tanis Morris: Director of Business Development at Acumen Executive SearchEmail: [email protected] Hanifin: President at Acumen Executive SearchEmail: [email protected] Executive Search Website: https://www.acumenexecutivesearch.com/Acumen Executive Search is the leading certified woman-owned Executive Search and advisory Firm on the West Coast.Acumen sources, attracts, and qualifies world-class executive and management talent for organizations to support them in achieving their organizational goals.​ Due to their focus and local network, which is both broad and deep, we are able to leverage best practices across a broad range of industries. We employ an equity lens throughout the recruitment process.

Hiring for Good is a podcast exploring the transformative power of leadership and what happens when the right person takes the job. Thank you for tuning in to this episode with Calvin Walsh Founder and CEO of Unity Foods.Hiring For Good Website: https://www.hiringforgoodpod.com/About Calvin Walsh:After graduating from the University of California, San Diego with a degree in Political Science, Calvin worked for many different Candidates and elected officials from City Council to Congressional Representatives on political issues, elections, and legislative policy in many different States.In 2012 he founded Unity Foods LLC, an Oregon based food distribution business that focus on delivering the worlds best foodservice products to independent restaurants in the Pacific Northwest.Committed to social and economic equality, Calvin volunteers his time to many different local and national organizations.Calvin Walsh’s Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/calvinrwalsh/About Unity Food’s:Unity Foods, a premier broadline foodservice company proudly serving the picturesque landscapes of Oregon and Washington State. Established in 2012, our roots run deep in the Pacific Northwest, and our commitment to excellence extends across every corner of these vibrant regions. With a keen focus on logistics, Unity Foods ensures timely and efficient distribution of a diverse range of culinary essentials.Unity Food’s Website: https://www.unityfoodspdx.com/Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/288s2urueV7xjlsFoYW8QNPodcast on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hiring-for-good-podcast/id1725208602Tanis Morris: Director of Business Development at Acumen Executive SearchEmail: [email protected] Hanifin: President at Acumen Executive SearchEmail: [email protected] Executive Search Website: https://www.acumenexecutivesearch.com/Acumen Executive Search is the leading certified woman-owned Executive Search and advisory Firm on the West Coast.Acumen sources, attracts, and qualifies world-class executive and management talent for organizations to support them in achieving their organizational goals.​ Due to their focus and local network, which is both broad and deep, we are able to leverage best practices across a broad range of industries. We employ an equity lens throughout the recruitment process.

Hiring for Good is a podcast exploring the transformative power of leadership and what happens when the right person takes the job. Thank you for tuning in to this episode with Krishna Walker- Chief Legal and Corporate Affairs Officer at CareVet.Hiring For Good Website: https://www.hiringforgoodpod.com/About Krishna A. Walker, JD, MA, CCRP:Krishna A. Walker, JD, MA, CCRP is a C-Level operating executive and corporate generalist crediting a track record of success to a background in banking/financial services, M&A, corporate finance, agriculture and private equity. Krishna Walker is the Chief Legal and Corporate Affairs Officer at CareVet.Krishna has facilitated transactions exceeding $10 billion in aggregate value over the course of two decades. She blends the agility of growing successful PE-backed startup organizations (CareVet) with global/Fortune 50 process and procedure (Bank of America & Rabobank) and AmLaw 100 law firm distinction. Experience building teams and organizations from scratch while building cultures of integrity and accountability.JD from Notre Dame, and MA in Higher Education Administration from Columbia. Honored recipient of the Zhi-Xing China Eisenhower Fellowship, Law.com’s Women, Influence, & Power in Law Award and selected as part of the “Super Lawyers Rising Star” list in 2016, 2017 and 2018.Krishna Walker’s Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/krishnawalker/About CareVet:CareVet is a network of veterinary hospitals anchored by a deep commitment to the teams that serve their clients and patients. As a CareVet Team Member, you’ll receive the same quality of care and support you deliver to patients every single day through our Whole Person Approach. Their Whole Person Approach concentrates on better supporting each Team Member’s personal and professional needs for health, support, fulfillment and advancement.CareVet’s Website: https://www.carevethealth.com/Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/288s2urueV7xjlsFoYW8QNPodcast on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hiring-for-good-podcast/id1725208602Tanis Morris: Director of Business Development at Acumen Executive SearchEmail: [email protected] Hanifin: President at Acumen Executive SearchEmail: [email protected] Executive Search Website: https://www.acumenexecutivesearch.com/Acumen Executive Search is the leading certified woman-owned Executive Search and advisory Firm on the West Coast.Acumen sources, attracts, and qualifies world-class executive and management talent for organizations to support them in achieving their organizational goals.​ Due to their focus and local network, which is both broad and deep, we are able to leverage best practices across a broad range of industries. We employ an equity lens throughout the recruitment process.

Hiring for Good is a podcast exploring the transformative power of leadership and what happens when the right person takes the job. The Hiring for Good Podcast is Presented by Acumen Executive Search. Thank you for tuning in to this episode with Andy Mendenhall M.D, President & CEO of Central City Concern (CCC).Hiring For Good Website: https://www.hiringforgood.net/Andy Mendenhall M.D.:Andy joined CCC in 2017 as Senior Medical Director for Substance Use Disorder Services (SUDS) and became Chief Medical Officer (CMO) in 2018. During his tenure, Andy has elevated and diversified CCC’s service level to offer a broad array of evidence-based treatments to match client needs. As CMO, Andy brought oversight and responsibility for the agency’s medical and clinical services, provided leadership to staff, helped set the agency’s strategic direction, promoted ethical and quality care and led CCC through the COVID-19 pandemic.  Andy Mendenhall M.D. Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andy-mendenhall-m-d-8803b3114/ About Central City Concern:Since 1979, the Portland community has trusted Central City Concern to help people create meaningful, long-term change. Every year, we serve more than 15,000 people experiencing or at risk of homelessness with affordable and supportive housing, person-centered health care, addiction recovery and employment assistance. But we can’t do it alone.Hiring For Good Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/288s2urueV7xjlsFoYW8QN Hiring For Good Podcast on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hiring-for-good-podcast/id1725208602 Tanis Morris: Director of Business Development at Acumen Executive SearchEmail: [email protected] Hanifin: President at Acumen Executive SearchEmail: [email protected] Executive Search Website: https://www.acumenexecutivesearch.com/Acumen Executive Search is the leading certified woman-owned Executive Search and advisory Firm on the West Coast.Acumen sources, attracts, and qualifies world-class executive and management talent for organizations to support them in achieving their organizational goals.​ Due to their focus and local network, which is both broad and deep, we are able to leverage best practices across a broad range of industries. We employ an equity lens throughout the recruitment process.

Hiring for Good is a podcast exploring the transformative power of leadership and what happens when the right person takes the job. The Hiring for Good Podcast is Presented by Acumen Executive Search. Thank you for tuning in to this episode with Skip Newberry, President and CEO of Technology Association of Oregon (TAO).Hiring For Good Website: https://www.hiringforgoodpod.com/About Skip Newberry:Skip is a frequent speaker on topics related to technology and entrepreneurship, tech policy, economic development, workforce, public-private-academic partnerships and civic innovation. Skip serves on the Oregon Cybersecurity Advisory Council and the Workforce & Talent Development Board. Before founding TAO, Skip was an economic development policy advisor to Portland Mayor Sam Adams, where he helped create Portland’s first comprehensive economic development strategy in 16 years, recognizing software as a key industry cluster. While at the City of Portland, Skip’s projects included the adoption of the nation’s first open-source software procurement policy at the municipal level, an award-winning regional open data initiative and the development of resources to support entrepreneurship, like the Portland Seed Fund.Previously, Skip was an attorney and entrepreneur. Skip served as Chair of the Board of Directors of TECNA, Technology Councils of North America, which is a global network of technology and entrepreneurship associations, and he serves on the advisory board for the OSU Advantage Accelerator and several community-based organizations in the Portland area. Skip Newberry’s Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/skipnewberry/Technology Association of Oregon:TAO fosters an inclusive, innovative, and world-class economy for the Pacific Northwest. We drive the regional tech industry, empowering entrepreneurs and fostering connections to position the Northwest as a global innovation hub. It helps companies of all sizes grow, network, support employees, amplify regional influence, and celebrate achievements.Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/288s2urueV7xjlsFoYW8QNPodcast on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hiring-for-good-podcast/id1725208602Tanis Morris: Director of Business Development at Acumen Executive SearchEmail: [email protected] Hanifin: President at Acumen Executive SearchEmail: [email protected] Executive Search Website: https://www.acumenexecutivesearch.com/Acumen Executive Search is the leading certified woman-owned Executive Search and advisory Firm on the West Coast.Acumen sources, attracts, and qualifies world-class executive and management talent for organizations to support them in achieving their organizational goals.​ Due to their focus and local network, which is both broad and deep, we are able to leverage best practices across a broad range of industries. We employ an equity lens throughout the recruitment process.

Hiring for Good is a podcast exploring the transformative power of leadership and what happens when the right person takes the job. The Hiring for Good Podcast is Presented by Acumen Executive Search. Thank you for tuning in to this episode with Laura Salerno Owens, President of Markowitz Herbold trial law firm.Hiring For Good Website: https://www.hiringforgoodpod.com/About Laura Salerno Owens:Laura is the go-to lawyer for clients in high-stakes employment and business disputes because of her strategic approach and proven track record of success. She represents clients in a variety of employment law issues including misappropriation of trade secrets, wage and hour disputes, discrimination charges, sexual harassment allegations, whistleblower claims, and noncompetition/nonsolicitation agreements. She has a broad range of experience litigating claims in state and federal court arising under the Equal Pay Act, Family Medical Leave Act, the Oregon Family Leave Act, and the Americans with Disabilities Act as well as representing clients before the Bureau of Labor and Industries (BOLI) and Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC). She also helps clients navigate a variety of business matters, ranging from class actions to breach of contract to breach of fiduciary duty to shareholder and partnership disputes. Laura's Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laura-salerno-owens-135b1350/Markowitz Herbold Litigation Law Firm:Markowitz Herbold is a litigation law firm that tries high-stakes business disputes for individuals, companies and state, local and regional governments, to juries, judges and arbitrators. We are known by our peers for resolving complicated and challenging cases.The firm is based in Portland, Oregon, and our lawyers practice before state and federal trial courts in the Northwest and across the country.Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/288s2urueV7xjlsFoYW8QNPodcast on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hiring-for-good-podcast/id1725208602Tanis Morris: Director of Business Development at Acumen Executive SearchEmail: [email protected] Hanifin: President at Acumen Executive SearchEmail: [email protected] Executive Search Website: https://www.acumenexecutivesearch.com/Acumen Executive Search is the leading certified woman-owned Executive Search and advisory Firm on the West Coast.Acumen sources, attracts, and qualifies world-class executive and management talent for organizations to support them in achieving their organizational goals.​ Due to their focus and local network, which is both broad and deep, we are able to leverage best practices across a broad range of industries. We employ an equity lens throughout the recruitment process.

Hiring for Good is a podcast exploring the transformative power of leadership and what happens when the right person takes the job. The Hiring for Good Podcast is Presented by Acumen Executive Search. Thank you for tuning in to this episode with Darren Marshall, CEO of Steven Smith Teamaker.Hiring For Good Website: https://www.hiringforgoodpod.com/About Darren Marshall:Darren Marshall is an entrepreneurial CEO with 30 years experience transforming consumer sector businesses. He crafts growth-oriented brands, products and channel experiences, while developing the teams, cultures and capabilities to scale them sustainably.Darren Marshall is the CEO of Steven Smith, Teamaker, a two time Inc. 5000 growth company, and was a 2024 EY Entrepreneur of the Year Finalist.Darren Marshall’s Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/darrenrileymarshall/About Steven Smith Teamaker:Steven Smith Teamaker - The Finest Name in Tea Since 1949Smith Teamaker, crafts tea and other plant-based beverages steeped in quality and creativity. Elevated, but always accessible, our aim is to be the daily craving of consumers with uncompromising taste.Company Website: www.smithtea.com Acumen Executive Search proudly presents 'Hiring For Good,' our insightful podcast delving into the profound impact of leadership on companies, communities, and societies. Hosted by Tanis Morris and Suzanne Hanifin. Elevate your understanding of leadership's transformative potential.Tanis Morris: Director of Business Development at Acumen Executive SearchEmail: [email protected] Hanifin: President at Acumen Executive SearchEmail: [email protected] Executive Search Website: https://www.acumenexecutivesearch.com/Acumen Executive Search is the leading certified woman-owned Executive Search and advisory Firm on the West Coast.Acumen sources, attracts, and qualifies world-class executive and management talent for organizations to support them in achieving their organizational goals.​ Due to their focus and local network, which is both broad and deep, we are able to leverage best practices across a broad range of industries. We employ an equity lens throughout the recruitment process.Hiring for Good is a podcast exploring the transformative power of leadership and what happens when the right person takes the job. The Hiring for Good Podcast is Presented by Acumen Executive Search. Thank you for tuning in to this episode with Darren Marshall, CEO of Steven Smith Teamaker.Hiring For Good Website: https://www.hiringforgoodpod.com/About Darren Marshall:Darren Marshall is an entrepreneurial CEO with 30 years experience transforming consumer sector businesses. He crafts growth-oriented brands, products and channel experiences, while developing the teams, cultures and capabilities to scale them sustainably.Darren Marshall is the CEO of Steven Smith, Teamaker, a two time Inc. 5000 growth company, and was a 2024 EY Entrepreneur of the Year Finalist.Darren Marshall’s Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/darrenrileymarshall/About Steven Smith Teamaker:Steven Smith Teamaker - The Finest Name in Tea Since 1949Smith Teamaker, crafts tea and other plant-based beverages steeped in quality and creativity. Elevated, but always accessible, our aim is to be the daily craving of consumers with uncompromising taste.Company Website: www.smithtea.com Acumen Executive Search proudly presents 'Hiring For Good,' our insightful podcast delving into the profound impact of leadership on companies, communities, and societies. Hosted by Tanis Morris and Suzanne Hanifin. Elevate your understanding of leadership's transformative potential.Tanis Morris: Director of Business Development at Acumen Executive SearchEmail: tanis@acumenexecutivese

Hiring for Good is a podcast exploring the transformative power of leadership and what happens when the right person takes the job. The Hiring for Good Podcast is Presented by Acumen Executive Search. Thank you for tuning in to this episode with Namrata Saroj, OD, Biotech Executive.Hiring For Good Website: https://www.hiringforgoodpod.com/About Namrata Saroj, OD:Namrata Saroj, OD is an independent biotech consultant with over 20 years of experience focusing on global development and commercialization of drugs and technologies advancing Ophthalmic care. Her extensive understanding of the Ophthalmology clinical and commercial landscapes is founded on her diverse experiences working across multiple programs. She has been a significant contributor towards the commercialization of both Lucentis and Eylea, two of the most successful biologic products in this sector. Dr. Saroj’s leadership has been recognized through her vast network of prominent clinical and industry leaders. She has co-authored several peer-reviewed publications in management of Ophthalmic diseases.Currently, Dr. Saroj is a Principal of All Eyes Consulting, LLC collaborating with companies across various stages from early start-ups to late-stage development and commercialization. In this capacity, she has effectively helped these companies with strategic partnerships, clinical development, trial enrollment, launch preparation and commercialization support. She is the co-founder and Chief Scientific Lead of Clinical Trials Resource Group, a CRO focused on executing Ophthalmology clinical trials.Namrata’s Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/namrata-saroj-od-36259b1/ Acumen Executive Search proudly presents 'Hiring For Good,' our insightful podcast delving into the profound impact of leadership on companies, communities, and societies. Hosted by Tanis Morris and Suzanne Hanifin. Elevate your understanding of leadership's transformative potential.Tanis Morris: Director of Business Development at Acumen Executive SearchEmail: [email protected] Hanifin: President at Acumen Executive SearchEmail: [email protected] Executive Search Website: https://www.acumenexecutivesearch.com/Acumen Executive Search is the leading certified woman-owned Executive Search and advisory Firm on the West Coast.Acumen sources, attracts, and qualifies world-class executive and management talent for organizations to support them in achieving their organizational goals.​ Due to their focus and local network, which is both broad and deep, we are able to leverage best practices across a broad range of industries. We employ an equity lens throughout the recruitment process.

Thank you for tuning in to Hiring For Good. This podcast episode is with Ryan Buchanan, the Founder and Chairman of Thesis, a digital marketing agency.About Thesis:Thesis is a digital agency in Portland, OR. Thesis seeks to redefine full-service by joining data, diverse perspectives, technology, and creative spirit to solve problems and work toward a better world.Ryan's Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryanbuchanan/Thesis Website: https://thesis.agency/Acumen Executive Search proudly presents 'Hiring For Good,' our insightful podcast delving into the profound impact of leadership on companies, communities, and societies. Hosted by Tanis Morris and Suzanne Hanifin. Elevate your understanding of leadership's transformative potential.Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...Tanis Morris: Director of Business Development at Acumen Executive SearchEmail: [email protected] Hanifin: President at Acumen Executive SearchEmail: [email protected] Executive Search Website: https://www.acumenexecutivesearch.com/Acumen Executive Search is the leading certified woman-owned Executive Search and advisory Firm on the West Coast.Acumen sources, attracts, and qualifies world-class executive and management talent for organizations to support them in achieving their organizational goals.​ Due to their focus and local network, which is both broad and deep, we are able to leverage best practices across a broad range of industries. We employ an equity lens throughout the recruitment process.

Thank you for tuning in to Hiring For Good. This podcast episode is with Dawn Jagger, Senior Policy Advisor at Administration for Children and Families (ACF).About Administration for Children and Families:The Administration for Children & Families (ACF), a division of the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (HHS), promotes the economic and social well-being of families, children, youth, individuals and communities with funding, strategic partnerships, guidance, training and technical assistance.Dawn Jagger Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dawn-jagger-38a67a2a/ ACF Website: https://www.acf.hhs.gov/Acumen Executive Search proudly presents 'Hiring For Good,' our insightful podcast delving into the profound impact of leadership on companies, communities, and societies. Hosted by Tanis Morris and Suzanne Hanifin. Elevate your understanding of leadership's transformative potential.Tanis Morris: Director of Business Development at Acumen Executive SearchEmail: [email protected] Hanifin: President at Acumen Executive SearchEmail: [email protected] Executive Search Website: https://www.acumenexecutivesearch.com/Acumen Executive Search is the leading certified woman-owned Executive Search and advisory Firm on the West Coast.Acumen sources, attracts, and qualifies world-class executive and management talent for organizations to support them in achieving their organizational goals.​ Due to their focus and local network, which is both broad and deep, we are able to leverage best practices across a broad range of industries. We employ an equity lens throughout the recruitment process.

The Hiring for Good Podcast is Presented by Acumen Executive Search. Thank you for tuning in to this episode with Gary Mortensen, President of Stoller Wine Group. About Stoller Wine Group:The Stoller Wine Group has earned a reputation as one of Oregon's most dynamic wineries by thinking and acting differently than our peers. Our success begins with Founder and Proprietor, Bill Stoller, a native of Dayton, Oregon whose vision is to build a company that will last for 200 years.  Founded in 1993, our collection of family-owned brands includes Stoller Family Estate, Chehalem Winery, Chemistry, Stoller Swing, History, and Canned Oregon. We take pride in our B Corp, LIVE, and Salmon-Safe certifications, knowing that we back our values with actions when it comes to our commitment to our land, wines, and community. With every step forward, we are building a lasting impact on the wine industry and the world. Our dedication has led us to be perennially honored as one of Oregon's most admired companies by the Portland Business Journal, 10 Best Tasting Rooms by the USA Today Reader’s Choice, and a 2023 Top Work Places winner by The Oregonian.Acumen Executive Search proudly presents 'Hiring For Good,' our insightful podcast delving into the profound impact of leadership on companies, communities, and societies. Hosted by Tanis Morris and Suzanne Hanifin. Elevate your understanding of leadership's transformative potential.Tanis Morris: Director of Business Development at Acumen Executive SearchEmail: [email protected] Hanifin: President at Acumen Executive SearchEmail: [email protected] Mortensen Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/gmortensen Stoller Wine Group Website: https://www.stollerwinegroup.com/Acumen Executive Search Website: https://www.acumenexecutivesearch.com/Acumen Executive Search is the leading certified woman-owned Executive Search and advisory Firm on the West Coast.Acumen sources, attracts, and qualifies world-class executive and management talent for organizations to support them in achieving their organizational goals.​ Due to their focus and local network, which is both broad and deep, we are able to leverage best practices across a broad range of industries. We employ an equity lens throughout the recruitment process.

Thank you for tuning in to this episode of Hiring for Good Podcast, presented by Acumen Executive Search.Our guest today is Marcella Vail, Chief Operating Officer at ALSO (Advocates For Life Skills And Opportunities).About ALSO (Advocates For Life Skills And Opportunities):ALSO supports people experiencing disabilities through inclusion that continues to build strong communities across Oregon. Their network of services, volunteer engagement and career opportunities delivers unprecedented impact that is making a difference everyday for those they serve.Acumen Executive Search proudly presents 'Hiring For Good,' our insightful podcast delving into the profound impact of leadership on companies, communities, and societies. Hosted by Tanis Morris and Suzanne Hanifin. Elevate your understanding of leadership's transformative potential.Tanis Morris: Director of Business Development at Acumen Executive SearchEmail: [email protected] Hanifin: President at Acumen Executive SearchEmail: [email protected] Vail Linkedin:   https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcellavail/ ALSO Website: https://alsoweb.org/Acumen Executive Search Website: https://www.acumenexecutivesearch.com/Acumen Executive Search is the leading certified woman-owned Executive Search and advisory Firm on the West Coast.Acumen sources, attracts, and qualifies world-class executive and management talent for organizations to support them in achieving their organizational goals.​ Due to their focus and local network, which is both broad and deep, we are able to leverage best practices across a broad range of industries. We employ an equity lens throughout the recruitment process.

The Hiring for Good Podcast is Presented by Acumen Executive Search. Thank you fir tuning in to this episode with Amina Moreau - CEO of Radious and chronic entrepreneur. About Radious:Radious is an online platform that turns houses, apartments, and other residential properties into collaborative workspaces — rentable by the day. Our on-demand workspaces are used for everything from company off-sites and weekly meetings to everyday in-person work. It’s a flexible way to get people together and offer close-to-home workplace options, without all the costs and commitment of a traditional office.Acumen Executive Search proudly presents 'Hiring For Good,' our insightful podcast delving into the profound impact of leadership on companies, communities, and societies. Hosted by Tanis Morris and Suzanne Hanifin. Elevate your understanding of leadership's transformative potential.Tanis Morris: Director of Business Development at Acumen Executive SearchEmail: [email protected] Hanifin: President at Acumen Executive SearchEmail: [email protected] Moreau Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/amina-moreauRadious Website: https://radious.pro/Acumen Executive Search Website: https://www.acumenexecutivesearch.com/Acumen Executive Search is the leading certified woman-owned Executive Search and advisory Firm on the West Coast.Acumen sources, attracts, and qualifies world-class executive and management talent for organizations to support them in achieving their organizational goals.​ Due to their focus and local network, which is both broad and deep, we are able to leverage best practices across a broad range of industries. We employ an equity lens throughout the recruitment process.

About Friendly House:Friendly House provides programs and services for everyone, from preschoolers to older adults. All of our services are offered for free or on a sliding fee scale, to ensure a welcoming and equitable space for all.Friendly House Website: https://fhpdx.org/Mya Chamberlin Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mya-chamberlin-490439251Acumen Executive Search proudly presents 'Hiring For Good,' our insightful podcast delving into the profound impact of leadership on companies, communities, and societies. Hosted by Tanis Morris and Suzanne Hanifin. Elevate your understanding of leadership's transformative potential.The Hiring for Good Podcast is Presented by: Acumen Executive SearchTanis Morris: Director of Business Development at Acumen Executive SearchEmail: [email protected] Hanifin: President at Acumen Executive SearchEmail: [email protected] Executive Search Website: https://www.acumenexecutivesearch.com/Acumen Executive Search is the leading certified woman-owned Executive Search and advisory Firm on the West Coast.Acumen sources, attracts, and qualifies world-class executive and management talent for organizations to support them in achieving their organizational goals.​ Due to their focus and local network, which is both broad and deep, we are able to leverage best practices across a broad range of industries. We employ an equity lens throughout the recruitment process.

About Anja Taylor:Anja is the President at Kinesis. Anja brings over a decade of leadership experience to her role at Kinesis. Her why is people — she is a champion and advocate for everyone on our team, as well as the teams of our clients. She is passionate about creating work environments that enable humans to thrive. She believes in the power of small business to change lives and change the world.About Kinesis:Kinesis works with the types of companies that build, design, and engineer our future. Kinesis is obsessed with building healthy and sustainable businesses. They are inspired daily by their mission of transformation, the work they do, and the impact they hope to achieve.Acumen Executive Search proudly presents 'Hiring For Good,' our insightful podcast delving into the profound impact of leadership on companies, communities, and societies. Hosted by Tanis Morris and Suzanne Hanifin. Elevate your understanding of leadership's transformative potential.HiringThe Hiring for Good Podcast is Presented by: Acumen Executive SearchTanis Morris: Director of Business Development at Acumen Executive SearchEmail: [email protected] Hanifin: President at Acumen Executive SearchEmail: [email protected] Taylor Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anja-taylor-02867795Kinesis Website: https://www.kinesisinc.com/Acumen Executive Search Website: https://www.acumenexecutivesearch.com/Acumen Executive Search is the leading certified woman-owned Executive Search and advisory Firm on the West Coast.Acumen sources, attracts, and qualifies world-class executive and management talent for organizations to support them in achieving their organizational goals.​ Due to their focus and local network, which is both broad and deep, we are able to leverage best practices across a broad range of industries. We employ an equity lens throughout the recruitment process.

Episode 4 with Charles "Matt" Swatzell:About Charles Swatzell:Charles is the Chief Executive Officer at Formos. Charles specializes in forming and driving key teams to develop and implement strategies and technology to produce business success. A graduate of both the University of La Verne, and Amberton University holding a BS degree in Organizational Management as well as a MS degree in Human Resources, Training and Development. Charles has worked for many years driving teams to both build business strategies as well as products for the consumer and B2B markets. About Formos:Founded in 2002, Formos' team of nearly 100 employees delivers SaaS product development, mobile applications, and process management solutions. They serve customers across North America, Europe, and Asia from offices in Vancouver, WA,(Portland Metro Area) USA, Ho Chi Minh City & Da Nang, Vietnam, and Quito, Ecuador. As the top global executive Charles oversees all aspects of Formos' operation including a team of C-level leaders and globally dispersed production teams. Acumen Executive Search proudly presents 'Hiring For Good,' our insightful podcast delving into the profound impact of leadership on companies, communities, and societies. Hosted by Tanis Morris and Suzanne Hanifin. Elevate your understanding of leadership's transformative potential.HiringThe Hiring for Good Podcast is Presented by: Acumen Executive SearchTanis Morris: Director of Business Development at Acumen Executive SearchEmail: [email protected] Hanifin: President at Acumen Executive SearchEmail: [email protected] Swatzell Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlesswatzell/Formos Website: https://www.formos.com/Acumen Executive Search Website: https://www.acumenexecutivesearch.com/Acumen Executive Search is the leading certified woman-owned Executive Search and advisory Firm on the West Coast.Acumen sources, attracts, and qualifies world-class executive and management talent for organizations to support them in achieving their organizational goals.​ Due to their focus and local network, which is both broad and deep, we are able to leverage best practices across a broad range of industries. We employ an equity lens throughout the recruitment process.

'Hiring For Good,' is an insightful podcast delving into the profound impact of leadership on companies, communities, and societies. Hosted by Tanis Morris and Suzanne Hanifin. The Hiring for Good Podcast is Presented by Acumen Executive Search. Today’s episode’s guest is Equity and Inclusion Consultant, Nicole “Nikki” Chen.Nicole “Nikki” Chen is the Business Partner for the Office of Equity and Inclusion at the City of Vancouver. She partners with the Police, Fire and Public Works departments within the city. Nikki previously spent 19 years of her career working in healthcare. 8 of those years she spent working for Stanford Hospital, located in Palo Alto, CA. Nikki has a skill for creating a safe environment that allows for honest and open conversation. Her joyful and infectious presence is known to leave a lasting and meaningful impact, and you always walk away from her feeling empowered. In June of 2023 Nikki became an ICMA High Performance Leadership Academy Graduate. This academy was designed with a robust curriculum focused on creating high performance leadership professionals within local governments. Nikki uses her leadership platform to lead with integrity, patience, positivity, and curiosity with everyone she encounters. Nikki’s current goal is to follow in the footsteps of her mentor Alicia Sojourner and become a Director of Equity and Inclusion. Guest: Nicole “Nikki” Chen - Equity and Inclusion ConsultantNicole Chen Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicole-chen-851b871b7/The Hiring for Good Podcast is Presented by: Acumen Executive SearchHiring For Good Podcast on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/288s2urueV7xjlsFoYW8QN?si=0wLJ5PYGSXS2XMmaolNHCwHiring For Good Podcast on Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hiring-for-good-podcast/id1725208602Tanis Morris: Director of Business Development at Acumen Executive SearchEmail: [email protected]

'Hiring For Good,' is an insightful podcast delving into the profound impact of leadership on companies, communities, and societies. Hosted by Tanis Morris and Suzanne Hanifin. The Hiring for Good Podcast is Presented by Acumen Executive Search. Today’s episode’s guest is Stank Hanks.Guest: Stan Hanks - CTO, Software Engineer, TroublemakerStan Hanks Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stanleyphanks/The Hiring for Good Podcast is Presented by: Acumen Executive SearchTanis Morris: Director of Business Development at Acumen Executive SearchEmail: [email protected] Hanifin: President at Acumen Executive SearchEmail: [email protected] Executive Search Website: https://www.acumenexecutivesearch.com/Acumen Executive Search Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/2538063/admin/feed/posts/ Hiring for Good Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hiring_for_good?igsh=MTFtZG1uYm56eTBhZA==Hiring for Good TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hiring.for.good?_t=8jJCDdYdQQZ&_r=1 Acumen Executive Search is the leading certified woman-owned Executive Search and advisory Firm on the West Coast.We source, attract, and qualify world-class executive and management talent for organizations to support them in achieving their organizational goals.​ Due to our focus and local network, which is both broad and deep, we are able to leverage best practices across a broad range of industries. We employ an equity lens throughout the recruitment process.