Professional AV · Topic
Community Development
23 articles from Professional AV practitioners
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…
Leaders Who’ve Been There: Finding Clarity Through Peer Guidance at Purpose Factory
Running a business can feel isolating without peers who understand the weight of leadership. Madison Harris, founder of Cobalt Fund Services, found the peer guidance he needed through Purpose Factory. He gained strategic insight and real feedback from seasoned entrepreneurs at a time when his business needed clarity and structure. Harris realized Cobalt wasn’t…
Detroit Homecoming: The Event Driving Future Prosperity Through the Power of the Detroit Diaspora (Ep. 1 with Mary Kramer)
Detroit’s renewal is no longer a distant dream—it’s unfolding in real time. From reimagined neighborhoods to booming small businesses, the city’s momentum is visible on every corner. Major events, like recent large-scale sports and cultural gatherings, have showcased its vibrancy to hundreds of thousands of visitors. But the real engine of this revival may…
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…
Beyond the Invoice: Purpose Factory Helped Turn Setback into a Purpose-Driven Path to Vision and Action
Entrepreneurs navigating high-stakes setbacks often face isolation, confusion, and a loss of direction. Purpose Factory offers a space where leaders can regain clarity and cultivate purpose-driven leadership through structured, values-driven peer support. Shaun Overton, the Founder at Dustups, found himself in crisis, professionally and personally, after being left unpaid on a major international project…
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…
What to Expect
Purpose Factory is a space for personal and professional development, where members are accepted as they are and pushed to grow. Founder Donald J. Glacy describes it as an “iron sharpens iron” environment built on mutual respect, influence, and accountability. Whether you’re leading a team or launching your career, Purpose Factory supports your personal and…
Bid, Play, Support: Rounds 4 REACH Auction Returns to New England
Regional golfers can bid on exclusive course access and pro experiences while funding vital youth and community development initiatives
Birdie Bash Brings the Fun Back to the Fairway
A golf tournament challenges the sport's traditional image by blending competitive play with live entertainment and community connection
Fairway Feed: Philadelphia PGA Section Showcases Growth at 2025 PGA Show
Regional golf leaders demonstrate how localized professional development and grassroots initiatives drive sustainable growth across the sport
Pro2Pro: A Conversation with Andrew Kramer on Golf, Growth, and Giving Back
A golf pro shares how mentorship, competition, and community service shape modern careers in the sport
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
SIA RISE is Shaping the Industry Through Community and Intentional Growth
A new generation of security professionals is reshaping the industry by prioritizing relationships over transactional growth
Opportunity Is Knocking, Small Towns Must Answer
Rural communities are discovering that strategic positioning and local leadership can transform economic momentum into lasting prosperity
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
Society is Changing, Art is the Answer with The Most Famous Artist, Matty Mo
Creative entrepreneurship is turning forgotten American towns into thriving cultural hubs for affordable living and artistic innovation
BEN Global Summit | Day 2: Leadership, Community, and Networking
Professionals discovered that authentic connection and peer support create the foundation for meaningful career advancement
The Intersection of Art and Activism Brings Power with Edwin Gil
A former refugee's mission to harness creative expression as a tool for building stronger, more inclusive communities
Building Dreams: Dipal Patel’s Journey in the Hotel Industry
A developer reveals how community partnerships and local focus create lasting success in modern hospitality
Housing Affordability: Catalytic Development and Stewardship in Business
Businesses are stepping up to address the growing gap between home prices and what working families can actually afford