Shoptalk 360

In this episode of ShopTalk360 - my guest and dear sister Ri Chan, author of 'Stories From Grand Street Journey' shares this fiction collection of an immigrant family's struggles growing up in Chinatown, NYC. So true to my upbringing and a vital read for folks to get a glimpse of the immigrant experience. These stories magnifies both life's little joys and heart wrenching moments as seen through the eyes of this young protagonist. A heartwarming and tender read to the end - especially during these times we all call for peace, inclusion and racial equity.

Thank you Jim Wexler, President of Experiences Unlimited and Persona Labs, for such an engaging discussion on gamification and how this tool provides perspective and solutions - now more than ever - in the areas of remote learning and working. Love your passion for what you do in utilizing technology and data to share human behavior and improve experiences!

Really enjoyed our 1 hour in depth conversation with current issues: the coronavirus, reopening businesses and the fight for racial equality. Bonnie has an incredible background of Business Continuity, Disaster Recovery and Resiliency, combined with her innate care of others - we had an incredible discussion. Check out the complete video interview on ShopTalk360's youtube channel

Always great touch base chats with Marilyn Brennan and then Curt Walton, recorded from our video interviews May 2020. Love their energy during these challenging times! Check it out on ShopTalk360's youtube channel

Jerome Ryan, business continuity and crisis management Industry leader shares what we should be preparing for as some states consider re-opening for business during this pandemic. We also discuss questions we should be asking ourselves as business owners, as well as, thoughtful approaches when working with our employees. Thank you Jerome for sharing your insightful point of view on operational resilience as we plan to settle into a new normal. Jerome Ryan can be reached at [email protected]

COVID-19 Updates from our Industry: Al Berman, Chairman of the Board, Disaster Recovery Institute International; Angel Cara, Sparks Marketing Corp; Marilyn Brennan, Cummings Signs

The love continues with Industry leaders: Randy Weis, Thomas Mitchell and Isyol Cabrera sharing what inspires them to do what they love each and everyday! Get Ready, Get Inspired!

ShopTalk360 Valentine Edition sharing what we love about our Industry with Chip Zoegall/Pacifica Contractors, Paul Mulcahy/Right Path Windows&Doors and Curt Walton/Saks Fifth Ave. Thanks so much for spreading the love in our Industry of Commercial Design, Construction & Facilities!

Back in the swing of podcasting - so excited to chat with dear Industry friend Greg Carpenter on our Commercial Design, Construction & Facilities Industry! Get Ready, Get Inspired!

Just loved chatting with Real Estate Industry Leader Julie Fox and learning more about The PIPELINE and their mission! Thank you Julie for what you do for our Industry! I'm Ready, I'm Inspired!

A great chat with Lisa Brown! Lisa has been in the Restaurant Facilities Industry both with full service and quick serve restaurants. Looking forward to more conversations with Lisa! Get Ready, Get Inspired!

Another engaging conversation previously recorded with dear friend and Industry leader, L.J. Mohan who shares his passion for our Industry. I love our chats as I always walk away learning something new! Thank you L.J.!

Restaurant Chain Mystery Guest shares his POV of lessons learned in the restaurant development Industry. Get Ready, Get Inspired!

So great to chat with my dear Industry friend and mentor to many - Thomas Mitchell! Thank you for sharing your leadership and inspiration in this Industry we love so dearly! I'm Ready, I'm Inspired!

What an incredible conversation with environmental psychologist, author and founder of Environsell - Paco Underhill. I first read his work - Why We Buy: The Science of Shopping - back in the day when I was a retailer, building and remodeling for national chains. Such an honor and so great to come full circle and have the opportunity to interview Paco Underhill. I'm ready, I'm inspired!

Loved chatting with my fellow ShopTalkers on our Thanksgiving Day edition of ShopTalk 360! I am grateful for my family, friends and this Industry we so dearly love.

So great to chat with Industry Thought Leader Meaghan Kennedy! I always walk away informed and inspired! Thank you Meaghan!

What an incredible honor to be involved with the DRI Veterans Outreach Program, interviewing the people passionate to giving back to transitioning service members who so selflessly serve our country. Here is a snippet of one of our interviews post videoing.

What a great way to wrap up 2016 with some of my favorite ShopTalkers! Thank you for all your support this year and for sharing your POV & inspiration to this Industry we love so much! I'm Ready, I'm Inspired!

Thanks so much to our avid ShopTalkers for calling in on the Holiday SpeedRound show! Sharing their projects wrapping up for the year and spreading some holiday cheer! Thank you for all your support this year!