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This episode features one of our BBB Luminare Award for Service winners, Emily Berliner. This award honors individuals who prioritize philanthropy and have made a meaningful impact through their charitable activities. Emily is the COO/Founder of EBO Consulting, Inc. In hopes of supporting a vital and sustainable business economy in Alaska, she founded EBO Consulting Inc. with the vision of entrepreneurship as a collaborative endeavor to bring great ideas to the community. Listen now to learn more about her work!
Dec 28, 2022
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This episode features one of our BBB Luminare Award for Service winners, Jeff Thungc. This award honors individuals who prioritize philanthropy and have made a meaningful impact through their charitable activities. Jeff is a Digital Solutions Strategist with JLT Web Solutions, a local web design and digital marketing company that supports local small businesses. Listen now to learn more about his work!
Dec 27, 2022
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This episode is part of our special series "Made by the Bay" sponsored by the Tipping Point Community to feature the work of amazing people in the Bay Area, working for the betterment of their community. This week, we talk with Wesley Alexander, founding CEO of Cobiz Richmond, Inc. Cobiz Richmond works to help businesses and organizations create relationships and connections in the Bay area. Listen now to learn more about this organization's inspiring mission.
Dec 13, 2022
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In this episode of our Building Trust Series, we talk with Emily Lehmann, Vice President of Day and Respite Services for SOAR365. SOAR365's purpose is to create life-fulfilling opportunities for individuals with disabilities, in partnership with families. Read our full report on the organization here, https://bit.ly/3iDuBFv
Dec 07, 2022
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In this episode of our Building Trust Series, we talk with Omoiye Kinney, Chief Marketing Officer of the United Way Worldwide (UWW). UWW's stated purpose is to improve lives by mobilizing the caring power of communities around the world to advance the common good. Read our full report on the organization here, https://bit.ly/3VqwDr7
Dec 01, 2022
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In this week's episode, we have two guests, Nathan Chappell and Brian Crimmins. We discuss their new book called "Generosity Crisis: The Case for Radical Connection to Solve Humanity's Greatest Challenges."
Nov 30, 2022