Crummer Hour: Recent Episodes
Victor Media Group
Revisit the previous episodes of Crummer Connections with an additional bonus segment filled with new insights.
Host Clara Mount interviews Austin Franklin, CEO and Co-Founder of Good Natured Life. The first half of the show is the Crummer Connections interview recorded and broadcast in Fall 2021. The second half of the show is a panel Q&A session with Austin Franklin and selected Crummer alumni and students, featuring discussions on self-reflection, building motivation within your organization, and how to effectively communicate your vision as a leader.
00:35 -- Introducing the panel
03:22 -- Philosophy of service, giving back to the community, being your best self
09:54 -- Backstory, parents as business role models, messages of positivity
17:07 -- Career journey, overcoming disadvantages, inception of Good Natured Life
26:56 -- Career advice, finding the advantage in the disadvantage
31:11 -- Meet and greet with Austin Franklin
32:35 -- Founding a business, growing as a public speaker, applying lessons from basketball, uncovering hidden credentials
45:03 -- Crummer Insider Free Association
51:24 -- Being a co-founder and guiding business strategy, communicating the vision, developing reading as a healthy habit
57:15 -- Closing message to the Crummer community
Books
Can’t Hurt Me: Master Your Mind and Defy the Odds by David Goggins – https://www.amazon.com/Cant-Hurt-Me-Master-Your/dp/1544512287
Resources
Good-Natured Life -- https://www.goodnaturedlife.com/
Crummer Graduate School of Business -- https://www.crummer.rollins.edu
Credits
Guest -- Austin Franklin https://www.linkedin.com/in/austin-j-franklin-a1a477111/
Production by Victor Media Group, Inc. -- https://victormediagroup.co/
Creator -- J.B. Adams
Host -- Clara Mount
Executive Producer -- Gerard Mitchell
Sound Editing -- Aaron Trnka
Production Assistance -- Kyle Sawyer
Crummer Panelists -- Papaa Kodzi, Michael Serrano, Kyle Sawyer
Host Clara Mount interviews Marcus Davis, current MBA candidate at the Crummer Graduate School of Business and Student Representative on the Rollins College Alumni Board. The first half of the show is the Crummer Connections interview recorded and broadcast in Fall 2021. The second half of the show is a panel Q&A session with Marcus Davis and selected Crummer alumni and students, featuring discussions on building a meaningful network, leveraging mentor relationships, finding internships, and taking initiative.
00:44 -- Introducing the panel
03:04 -- Philosophy of service, servant leadership and situational leadership
10:12 -- Backstory, playing sports and keeping the gas tank full
16:03 -- Lessons from mentor James Gore, having a Plan B
22:49 -- Career advice, ask questions, “learn how to run, then run faster”
29:40 -- Meet and greet with Marcus Davis
30:54 -- Responsibilities as a student representative and making an impact on campus, the Share the Light initiative
35:43 -- Lessons learned from mentors
38:55 -- Crummer Insider Free Association
41:24 -- Motivations for getting an MBA, favorite memories, advice to incoming students, and career goals
52:19 -- Continuing life-long learning
57:33 -- Closing message to the Crummer community
Resources
Crummer Graduate School of Business -- https://www.crummer.rollins.edu
Credits
Guest -- Marcus Davis, https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcusjdavis
Production by Victor Media Group, Inc. -- https://victormediagroup.co/
Creator -- J.B. Adams
Host -- Clara Mount
Executive Producer -- Gerard Mitchell
Sound Editing -- Aaron Trnka
Production Assistance -- Kyle Sawyer
Crummer Panelists -- Sophie Fountain, Heidi Gardiner, Kyle Sawyer
Host Clara Mount interviews Alex Manrique, Manager of Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion at Universal Parks & Resorts. The first half of the show is the Crummer Connections interview recorded and broadcast in Fall 2021. The second half of the show is a panel Q&A session with Alex Manrique and selected Crummer alumni and students, featuring discussions on supporting Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, and helping employees feel a sense of belonging.
00:44 -- Introducing the panel
02:39 -- Service philosophy, importance of taking care of future generations
08:34 -- Backstory, growing up in Colombia, treating people with kindness
13:47 -- Career journey & turning points, helping employees find a sense of belonging best business advice, resources to support Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
29:20 -- Meet and greet with Alex Manrique
30:37 -- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion practices
45:32 -- Crummer Insider Free Association
49:15 -- Learning and growing as a result of culture change
54:26 -- Creating a culture where employees are valued
56:35 -- Closing message to the Crummer community
Books
So You Want to Talk About Race by Ijeoma Oluo -- https://amzn.to/3s5eTUX
Better Allies: Everyday Actions to Create Inclusive, Engaging Workplaces by Karen Catlin -- https://amzn.to/3s5SyGD
How to Be an Anti-Racist by Dr. Ibram X. Kendi -- https://amzn.to/3oaALx2
Resources
Crummer Graduate School of Business -- https://www.crummer.rollins.edu
Kobe Japanese Steakhouse -- https://kobesteakhouse.com
Credits
Guest -- Mai-Han Harrington https://www.linkedin.com/in/mai-han-harrington-52a88713/
Production by Victor Media Group, Inc. -- https://victormediagroup.co/
Creator -- J.B. Adams
Host -- Clara Mount
Executive Producer -- Gerard Mitchell
Sound Editing -- Aaron Trnka
Production Assistance -- Kyle Sawyer
Crummer Panelists -- Kyle Sawyer & Rachel Valocchi
Host Clara Mount interviews John Henry, Co-Founder of The MyCare Connect Foundation. The first half of the show is the Crummer Connections interview recorded and broadcast in Fall 2021. The second half of the show is a panel Q&A session with John Henry and selected Crummer alumni and students, featuring discussions on entrepreneurship, maintaining your professional network, and selecting a path after graduation.
00:44 -- Introducing the panel
03:07 -- Philosophy of service, importance of meaningful connections
08:40 -- Backstory, job search, patience, and passion
18:09 -- Career journey, the inception of MyCareConnect, and helping families in the Type I Diabetes community
30:22 -- Meet and greet with John Henry
31:30 -- Entrepreneurship, lessons learned, and challenges in the healthcare industry
45:02 -- Crummer Insider Free Association
47:02 -- Connecting with younger generations, returning to Crummer, and paychecks vs. passion
57:12 -- Closing message to the Crummer community
Books
Generation Me: Why Today’s Young Americans Are More Confident, Assertive, Entitled – and More Miserable Than Ever Before by Jean M. Twenge -- https://amzn.to/3GhtDos
Resources
Crummer Graduate School of Business -- https://www.crummer.rollins.edu
Appreciative inquiry -- https://www.centerforappreciativeinquiry.net/more-on-ai/what-is-appreciative-inquiry-ai/
TED Talk: “Your Body Language May Shape Who You Are” with Amy Cuddy -- https://www.ted.com/talks/amy_cuddy_your_body_language_may_shape_who_you_are?language=en
Credits
Guest -- Dr. Robert Prescott https://www.linkedin.com/in/robert-k-prescott-phd-sphr-shrm-scp-5344836/
Production by Victor Media Group, Inc. -- https://victormediagroup.co/
Creator -- J.B. Adams
Host -- Clara Mount
Executive Producer -- Gerard Mitchell
Sound Editing -- Aaron Trnka
Production Assistance -- Kyle Sawyer
Host Clara Mount interviews Alex Manrique, Manager of Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion at Universal Parks & Resorts. The first half of the show is the Crummer Connections interview recorded and broadcast in Fall 2021. The second half of the show is a panel Q&A session with Alex Manrique and selected Crummer alumni and students, featuring discussions on supporting Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, and helping employees feel a sense of belonging.
00:44 -- Introducing the panel
02:39 -- Service philosophy, importance of taking care of future generations
08:34 -- Backstory, growing up in Colombia, treating people with kindness
13:47 -- Career journey & turning points, helping employees find a sense of belonging best business advice, resources to support Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
29:20 -- Meet and greet with Alex Manrique
30:37 -- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion practices
45:32 -- Crummer Insider Free Association
49:15 -- Learning and growing as a result of culture change
54:26 -- Creating a culture where employees are valued
56:35 -- Closing message to the Crummer community
Books
So You Want to Talk About Race by Ijeoma Oluo -- https://amzn.to/3s5eTUX
Better Allies: Everyday Actions to Create Inclusive, Engaging Workplaces by Karen Catlin -- https://amzn.to/3s5SyGD
How to Be an Anti-Racist by Dr. Ibram X. Kendi -- https://amzn.to/3oaALx2
Resources
Crummer Graduate School of Business -- https://www.crummer.rollins.edu
Credits
Guest -- Alex Manrique, https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexandra-manrique-9736814/
Production by Victor Media Group, Inc. -- https://victormediagroup.co/
Creator -- J.B. Adams
Host -- Clara Mount
Executive Producer -- Gerard Mitchell
Sound Editing -- Aaron Trnka
Production Assistance -- Kyle Sawyer
Crummer Panelists -- Papaa Kodzi & Kyle Sawyer
Host Clara Mount interviews Terry Castillo, Training and Development Manager for the Orange County Clerk of Courts. The first half of the show is the Crummer Connections interview recorded and broadcast in Fall 2021. The second half of the show is a panel Q&A session with Terry and selected Crummer alumni and students, featuring discussions on her career, and the importance of active listening as you serve others.
00:44 -- Introducing the panel
02:30 -- Philosophy of service
10:30 -- Backstory
18:24 -- Early career aspirations and transitions
29:38 -- Meet and greet with Terry Castillo
30:39 -- Serving on the Osceola County School Board, importance of active listening
38:03 -- Discussion of potential professions, lessons learned from role models
44:50 -- Crummer Insider Free Association
47:54 -- Measuring the impact of training and development
52:46 -- Personal and professional development
57:51 -- Closing message to the Crummer community
Books
The Hard Thing About Hard Things by Ben Horowitz -- https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00DQ845EA/ref=dp_kinw_strp_1
The Five Dysfunctions of a Team: A Leadership Fable by Patrick Lencioni – https://www.amazon.com/Five-Dysfunctions-Team-Leadership-Fable/dp/0787960756
Resources
Crummer Graduate School of Business -- https://www.crummer.rollins.edu
Credits
Guest -- Terry Castillo https://www.linkedin.com/in/terrycastillo/
Production by Victor Media Group, Inc. -- https://victormediagroup.co/
Creator -- J.B. Adams
Host -- Clara Mount
Executive Producer -- Gerard Mitchell
Sound Editing -- Aaron Trnka
Production Assistance -- Kyle Sawyer
Crummer Panelists – Raquel Betancourt & Kyle Sawyer
Host Clara Mount interviews Dr. Robert Prescott, Former Executive in Residence Associate Professor and Continuing Graduate Faculty of Management. The first half of the show is the Crummer Connections interview recorded and broadcast in Spring 2021. The second half of the show is a panel Q&A session with Dr. Prescott and selected Crummer alumni and students, featuring discussions on his thoughts on management and leadership development, his advice for the Crummer community, and some tips for life-long learners.
00:27 -- Introducing the panel
04:17 -- Change management and trust
10:38 -- Early business influences, management lessons
20:51 -- Career aspirations and transitions
26:55 -- Career philosophy and life-long learning
30:30 -- Meet and greet with Dr. Robert Prescott
31:39 -- Moving from Alabama to Pennsylvania
35:09 -- Lessons learned from students
43:25 -- Storytelling in leadership
47:46 -- The importance of life-long learning
57:10 -- Closing message to the Crummer community
As an affiliate, Victor Media Group may earn from qualifying purchases.
Books
Managing Change by Nic Beech and Robert MacIntosh -- https://amzn.to/3AMhu9M
Four Quartets by T.S. Eliot -- https://amzn.to/3xA5Lt0
Resources
Crummer Graduate School of Business -- https://www.crummer.rollins.edu
Appreciative inquiry -- https://www.centerforappreciativeinquiry.net/more-on-ai/what-is-appreciative-inquiry-ai/
TED Talk: “Your Body Language May Shape Who You Are” with Amy Cuddy -- https://www.ted.com/talks/amy_cuddy_your_body_language_may_shape_who_you_are?language=en
Credits
Guest -- Dr. Robert Prescott https://www.linkedin.com/in/robert-k-prescott-phd-sphr-shrm-scp-5344836/
Production by Victor Media Group, Inc. -- https://victormediagroup.co/
Creator -- J.B. Adams
Host -- Clara Mount
Executive Producer -- Gerard Mitchell
Sound Editing -- Aaron Trnka
Production Assistance -- Kyle Sawyer
Host Clara Mount interviews Dr. Keenan Yoho, Professor of Operations Management. The first half of the show is the Crummer Connections interview recorded and broadcast in Spring 2021. The second half of the show is a panel Q&A session with Dr. Yoho and selected Crummer alumni and students, featuring discussions on his personal backstory, the importance of rhythm in operations management, and the #1 operations mistake that startups make. BONUS: Check out the playlist below with song recommendations from Dr. Yoho!
00:28 -- Introducing the panel 01:47 -- Importance of operations management 07:36 -- Growing up in the Midwest and drumming with Kenny Aronoff 14:14 -- College and the National Guard, career philosophy, and advice 32:23 -- Meet and greet with Dr. Keenan Yoho 33:30 -- Changes in the Midwest 37:51 -- The rhythm of operations management 47:13 -- The importance of storytelling 51:53 -- Book recommendations 56:45 -- Closing message to the Crummer community
As an affiliate, Victor Media Group may earn from qualifying purchases.
Books When by Daniel Pink -- https://amzn.to/3qB8rUv Republic by Plato -- https://amzn.to/3AhFTDF Post Corona: From Crisis to Opportunity by Scott Galloway -- https://amzn.to/2UWqgS8 Homage to Catalonia by George Orwell -- https://amzn.to/3dyhnVn The Odyssey by Homer -- https://amzn.to/3h8kB41
Resources Crummer Graduate School of Business -- https://www.crummer.rollins.edu Dr. Yoho’s Music Recommendations -- https://rb.gy/yw6gcn
Credits Guest -- Dr. Keenan Yoho https://www.linkedin.com/in/keenan-yoho-a81542a1 Production by Victor Media Group, Inc. -- https://victormediagroup.co/ Creator -- J.B. Adams Host -- Clara Mount Executive Producer -- Gerard Mitchell Sound Editing -- Aaron Trnka Production Assistance -- Kyle Sawyer
Host Clara Mount interviews Dr. Tracy Kizer, Associate Professor of Marketing. The first half of the show is the Crummer Connections interview recorded and broadcast in Spring 2021. The second half of the show is a panel Q&A session with Dr. Kizer and selected Crummer alumni and students featuring discussions on her personal backstory, the impact of marketing on people and society, and messaging in a changing business landscape.
00:28 -- Introducing the panel 02:35 -- Pandemic marketing challenges; consumers have choices 06:46 -- Enterprising parents 12:02 -- Enduring challenges and making decisions based on faith 22:39 -- A systematic approach to learning 29:10 -- Meet and greet with Dr. Tracy Kizer 30:07 -- Biomedical engineering and business 32:35 -- Marketing’s impact on people and society 46:59 -- Crummer Insider Free Association 51:00 -- Role as a professor 53:39 -- Personal and professional development 57:57 -- Closing message to the Crummer community
Resources Crummer Graduate School of Business -- https://www.crummer.rollins.edu
Credits Guest -- Dr. Tracy Kizer, https://www.linkedin.com/in/tracyharmon/ Production by Victor Media Group, Inc. -- https://victormediagroup.co/ Creator -- J.B. Adams Host -- Clara Mount Executive Producer -- Gerard Mitchell Sound Editing -- Aaron Trnka Production Assistance -- Kyle Sawyer
Host Clara Mount interviews Dr. Brian Walkup, Associate Professor of Finance. The first half of the show is the Crummer Connections interview recorded and broadcast in Spring 2021. The second half of the show is a panel Q&A session with Dr. Walkup and selected Crummer alumni and students featuring discussions on his entrepreneurial upbringing, current events in finance, and his experiences as both a student and a professor at Crummer.
00:28 -- Introduction of the Crummer Hour panel
07:18 -- Early business influences growing up in an entrepreneurial family
23:00 -- Career philosophy and finding passion and value
24:57 -- Differentiating theory from tools and application
30:00 -- Meet and greet with Dr. Walkup
31:07 -- Backstory
37:16 -- Finance
45:49 -- Dr. Walkup’s Crummer Experience
51:50 -- Role as a Professor
54:55 -- Personal and professional development
57:01 -- Closing message to the Crummer community
As an affiliate, Victor Media Group may earn from qualifying purchases.
Books
The Big Short: Inside the Doomsday Machine by Michael Lewis -- https://amzn.to/3wmmlMp
Moneyball: The Art of Winning an Unfair Game by Michael Lewis -- https://amzn.to/3izrmgj
Liar’s Poker by Michael Lewis -- https://amzn.to/3glVskO
Resources
Crummer Graduate School of Business -- https://www.crummer.rollins.edu
All Around Charters & Tours -- https://allaroundbus.com/
CNL Financial Group, Inc. -- https://www.cnl.com/
Warren Buffett -- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Warren_Buffett
Robinhood controversy -- https://www.nytimes.com/2020/07/08/technology/robinhood-risky-trading.html
Credits
Guest -- Dr. Brian Walkup, https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-walkup-ph-d-4738211/
Production by Victor Media Group, Inc. -- https://victormediagroup.co/
Creator -- J.B. Adams
Host -- Clara Mount
Executive Producer -- Gerard Mitchell
Sound Editing -- Aaron Trnka
Production Assistance -- Kyle Sawyer
Host Clara Mount interviews Dr. Mary Conway Dato-on, Professor of International Business and Social Entrepreneurship. The first half of the show is the Crummer Connections interview recorded and broadcast in Spring 2021. The second half of the show is a panel Q&A session with Dr. Conway Dato-on and selected Crummer alumni and students featuring discussions on the importance of international marketing, her career in social entrepreneurship, and how all of us can become more thoughtful consumers.
00:34 -- Introduction of the Crummer Hour panel
04:00 -- Importance of international marketing and social entrepreneurship
22:50 -- Career philosophy; always being ready to pivot
25:20 -- Teaching philosophy, challenging student thinking
31:09 -- Meet and greet with Dr. Conway Dato-on
32:20 -- Women in business
41:46 -- International business
46:09 -- Corporate social responsibility
53:18 -- Personal and professional development
57:00 -- Closing message to the Crummer community
Books
The Six New Rules of Business: Creating Real Value in a Changing World by Judy Samuelson -- https://amzn.to/3wQV0S1
Global Handbook of Impact Investing: Solving Global Problems Via Smarter Capital Markets Towards A More Sustainable Society by Morais & Herman -- https://amzn.to/3g6EUNs
Who Can You Trust?: How Technology Brought Us Together and Why It Might Drive Us Apart by Rachel Botsman -- https://amzn.to/3uLZGXW
Designing Your Life: How to Build a Well-Lived, Joyful Life by Bill Burnett -- https://amzn.to/3fKQAGU
Resources
Crummer Graduate School of Business -- https://www.crummer.rollins.edu
Global Links Initiative -- https://globallinksus.com/
Rally -- https://www.rallysea.com/
IPADE Business School -- https://www.ipadebusinessschool.com/
He For She -- https://www.heforshe.org/en
Kaufman study on Economic Engagement of Mothers -- https://www.kauffman.org/entrepreneurship/reports/entrepreneurship-employment-motherhood-wage-penalty/
Credits
Guest -- Dr. Mary Conway Dato-on, https://www.linkedin.com/in/mary-conway-dato-on/
Production by Victor Media Group, Inc. -- https://victormediagroup.co/
Creator -- J.B. Adams
Host -- Clara Mount
Executive Producer -- Gerard Mitchell
Sound Editing -- Aaron Trnka
Production Assistance -- Kyle Sawyer
Host Clara Mount interviews Dr. Keith Whittingham, Associate Professor of Sustainable Enterprise and Corporate Social Responsibility. The first half of the show is the Crummer Connections interview recorded and broadcast in Spring 2021. The second half of the show is a panel Q&A session with Dr. Whittingham and selected Crummer alumni and students featuring discussions on sustainable business practices, working in coffee production, and a fascinating takeaway from Dr. Whittingham’s favorite rock band.
00:40 -- Introduction of the Crummer Hour panel
02:39 -- UN sustainable development goals and Artifx Cafe
28:00 -- Career philosophy and differentiating fascination from passion
32:58 -- Meet and greet with Dr. Whittingham
34:07 -- Sustainable business
40:07 -- Role as a small business owner and founder of Artifx Cafe
43:55 -- Dr. Whittingham’s Crummer experience
48:18 -- Personal and professional development
56:25 -- Closing message to the Crummer community
Books
Becoming by Michelle Obama -- https://amzn.to/3c1Rigp
Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less by Greg McKeown -- https://amzn.to/34vx6iS
Think Like a Monk: Train Your Mind for Peace and Purpose Every Day by Jay Shetty -- https://amzn.to/34vSnZX
Daring Greatly: How the Courage to Be Vulnerable Transforms the Way We Live, Love, Parent, and Lead by Brené Brown -- https://amzn.to/34rHHvd
Resources
Crummer Graduate School of Business -- https://www.crummer.rollins.edu
Artifx Cafe -- https://www.artifxcafe.com/
United Nations 17 Sustainable Development Goals -- https://www.un.org/sustainabledevelopment/
Howard University -- https://home.howard.edu/
Credits
Guest -- Dr. Keith Whittingham, https://www.linkedin.com/in/keithwhittinghamphd
Production by Victor Media Group, Inc. -- https://victormediagroup.co/
Creator -- J.B. Adams
Host -- Clara Mount
Executive Producer -- Gerard Mitchell
Sound Editing -- Aaron Trnka
Production Assistance -- Kyle Sawyer
In this show, Host J.B. Adams interviews Natalie Hayes Schmook, the founder and owner of Hayes Wealth Advisors LLC. The first half of the show is the Crummer Connections interview that was recorded and broadcast earlier in 2020. The second half of the show is a panel Q&A session with Ms. Schmook and selected Crummer alumni and students
In this show, host J.B. Adams interviews Tadar Muhammad, the Senior Vice President of Workforce Development at Home Builders Institute. The first half of the show is the Crummer Connections interview that was recorded and broadcast earlier in 2020. The second half of the show is a panel Q&A session with Mr. Muhammad and selected Crummer alumni and students. Keywords: business, motivation, nonprofit, networking, Home Builders Institute, Crummer, Rollins
In this show, host J.B. Adams interviews Diahann Smith, who currently serves as the Director of Marketing and Business Development for Florida Dairy Farmers. The first half of the show is the Crummer Connections interview that was recorded and broadcast earlier in 2020. The second half of the show is a panel Q&A session with Ms. Smith and selected Crummer alumni and students.
Overview:
With his creative upbringing, Joshua Snyder MBA’10 never expected to find himself as a leader in the technology industry. Now he serves as the VP of Strategic Partnerships and Business Development at PowerDMS, a company that provides comprehensive, cloud-based compliance and content management solutions to help organizations reduce risk and liability. Listen and learn from Joshua Snyder’s perspective on business relationships, feedback, career growth, and networking.
02:39 -- Current role at PowerDMS
09:45 -- Early business influences and upbringing
16:53 -- Crummer MBA experience
21:57 -- Post-Crummer career
31:49 -- Q&A on the technology industry
40:00 -- Q&A on Joshua Snyder’s Crummer experience
45:32 -- Q&A on skills he applies at his current role
48:19 -- Q&A on advice for professionals
As an affiliate, Victor Media Group may earn from qualifying purchases.
Books
David and Goliath by Malcolm Gladwell -- https://amzn.to/3gNbsfq
Resources:
Crummer Graduate School of Business -- https://www.crummer.rollins.edu/
PowerDMS -- https://www.powerdms.com/
Joy & Tom Studios, Inc. -- www.joyandtomstudios.com
The Center for Advanced Entrepreneurship -- https://crummer.rollins.edu/centers-excellence/advanced-entrepreneurship/
Cari Haught Coats -- https://www.accendoleader.com/
Credits
Guest -- Joshua Snyder, https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshuasnyder31/
Production by Victor Media Group, Inc. -- https://victormediagroup.co/
Creator / Host -- J.B. Adams
Executive Producer -- Gerard Mitchell
Sound Editing -- Aaron Trnka
Production Assistance -- Kyle Sawyer
In this show, host J.B. Adams interviews Cameron Dawson, who currently serves as Chief Market Strategist at Field Point Private, a boutique private bank and wealth advisory firm that seeks to emulate the large, established institutions, but to serve as an alternative. Her first exposure to business came when, as a teenager, she moved to Miami to pursue a career as a professional ballet dancer. After spending a year at UCF, she enrolled at Rollins College and participated in the 3:2 program to complete her MBA at Crummer. As a part of EAMBA 17, Ms. Dawson focused on the finance track with help from Dr. Clay Singleton. After graduating, she received the Edward Moses scholarship, studied to take the CFA, and landed her role with Bank of America where she ultimately served as Director, Senior Equity Analyst in the Chief Investment Office.
In this show, host J.B. Adams interviews Serg Albino, Co-Founder and CEO of ecoSpears, an impact venture delivering cost-effective and eco-friendly cleantech solutions to destroy persistent organic pollutants from our land and waterways. Mr. Albino is a serial entrepreneur with a long career in technology, engineering, and consulting. He graduated from Crummer in 2010 as a part of SMBA 05.