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Community Building
16 articles from Professional AV practitioners
Bonfire Branding: How Solo Stove Sparked a Customer Movement with Liz Vanzura (Episode One)
When pandemic restrictions shut down restaurants, paused travel, and compressed social lives, connection didn’t disappear; it moved closer to home. Backyards quietly emerged as important gathering spaces, offering a simple way to be together without screens, schedules, or spectacle. What began as a workaround evolved into a familiar rhythm of gathering. In that shift,…
Why the Best Careers Are Designed Like Resilient Supply Chains
What do supply chains and community have in common? They both deliver value—when managed with purpose. At their best, they show how intentional systems, meaningful connections, and consistent action turn effort into lasting professional growth. This week on Professional Quotient, listeners hear from Nathan Chaney, founder of Supply Chaney, whose insights bridge the mechanics…
Busting Imposter Syndrome Through Presence, Community, and the Power of Delegation
Many of us know the feeling: you rack up accomplishments, hit the milestones you once dreamed of, and still there’s a quiet voice asking, “Am I really good enough?” Imposter syndrome has a way of showing up even in our strongest moments, often right when we’re stepping into new opportunities or chapters of growth. And…
How The Gentlemen’s Circle Is Redefining Resilient Leadership Through Accountability, Service, and Connection
On this episode of the Through the Storm podcast, Dr. Travis Hearne once again talks to CEO, leadership educator, speaker, fitness professional and retired Marine, Marc Rodriguez, a man whose career embodies resilient leadership. Rodriguez, who first appeared on the show to share his journey from the Marine Corps to a CEO, returns to…
The Business of Play: Building Community Through Location-Based Entertainment
From Dallas to New York, cities are reimagining how people play and connect with one another. The rise of “location-based entertainment” (LBE) spots like Topgolf, Sandbox VR, and Goodsurf Beach Club signals a new chapter in the way community and recreation come together. With over 65% of Goodsurf’s visitors returning multiple times a month,…
Creating a Playbook for Pro Athlete’s Families: How Ladies Playbook Champions Empowerment for Women Off the Field
In today’s world of rapid transitions—career moves, geographic relocations, and shifting personal identities—community has become more than a comfort; it’s a lifeline. Studies show that strong social ties can increase well-being, reduce stress, and even improve physical health. For those navigating high-pressure environments, like the partners of professional athletes, having access to a supportive,…
How to End UGC Self-Sabotage in B2B with Vidlo’s Chynna Morgan
Most B2B marketers already know user-generated content (UGC) has power. But too many still get in their own way — clinging to polished video shoots, siloed workflows, or the excuse that their brand “isn’t sexy.” In the latest episode of UGC for B2B, host Daniel Litwin sits down with Chynna Morgan, CEO & Founder…
Building Community and Showcasing Innovation at Coupa’s Sydney World Tour
Coupa’s Sydney World Tour showcased more than just product updates—it revealed the power of community. Attendees from across Australia and New Zealand came together not only to explore Coupa’s latest AI-driven features but also to trade strategies for tackling shared supply chain challenges. Beyond the keynotes and customer spotlights, the event’s heartbeat was in the…
CPA, SME, and Purpose: Exploring the Power of Multifaceted Professional Identity
What happens when sharp accounting meets sun-soaked strategy? In this episode of Professional Quotient: Conversations that Build Equity, host Jason Winningham welcomes Olivia Barr, Senior Product Manager at CBRE, for a dynamic conversation that explores career pivots, process excellence, people leadership, and the power of community. Olivia brings the full spectrum of professional equity…
The Future of the Engineering Community: Equity, AI, and Real Connection
The Engineer Who Builds Communities, Not Just Systems! Angelie Vincent has spent more than two decades in aerospace engineering, but her real legacy might be the communities she’s built along the way. Now an AI Integration Engineer at Boeing, Angelie joins Professional Quotient host Jason Winningham for a wide-ranging conversation on neurodivergent leadership, workplace…
The Ideal Member
In a world that increasingly rewards passive consensus and surface-level collaboration, the true power of a high-performing community lies in individuals who own problems, pursue growth relentlessly, and offer more than just agreement—they offer insight. Purpose Factory’s blueprint for the ideal member emphasizes a rare blend of entrepreneurial drive and humility, where bold viewpoints coexist…
Purpose Factory Solves Belonging
Executives today face a unique kind of isolation. Despite constant interaction with teams, boards, and clients, many leaders struggle with a deeper need: true belonging. Purpose Factory Founder and Mentor Donald J. Glacy identifies belonging as the core challenge his organization addresses. He explains how leaders can be surrounded by people yet still feel completely alone…
Celebrating the Champions Behind the Scenes of the Game
The mentors and leaders quietly building golf's future deserve recognition for their behind-the-scenes impact
BEN Global Summit | Day 1: Community, Impact, and Lasting Change
Professionals gathered to transform workplace challenges into collective solutions through shared experiences and leadership insights
BEN Global Summit | Day 2: Leadership, Community, and Networking
Professionals discovered that authentic connection and peer support create the foundation for meaningful career advancement
Prioritize Digital Literacy to Cross the Digital Divide: Ethan Lloyd’s Vision for Social Media as a Tool for Inclusive Community Building
Digital literacy initiatives are emerging as the foundation for narrowing equity gaps and strengthening urban community networks through strategic online engage