Episodes

  • Encore: Cybesecurity: Securing you business in an insecure world

    Encore: Cybesecurity: Securing you business in an insecure world
    Jul 29 2016
    We will discuss the importance of cybersecurity in protecting organizational assets, time, people and the bottom line. Experts will highlight how cybersecurity is used to enhance business practices and protect businesses from cyber intruders looking to steal and share information.
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    56 mins
  • Encore: International Business and Economic Development

    Encore: International Business and Economic Development
    Jul 22 2016
    Over the past several years, the Washington, DC region has become a true destination for international businesses looking to locate to the United States. Technology and innovation have made doing business from afar here a much more cost-effective endeavor that is appealing to organizations seeking a presence in this country. In fact, at my company, Lang Strategies, we recognized a need to partner with international companies looking to do business here and recently launched our newest practice area: International Business Development and Cultural Transition Services. This includes utilizing our network of connections and channels to serve as a foundation for sustainable success as companies enter the U.S. market. Today, we have some experts with us for a robust conversation on international business and economic development.
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    54 mins
  • Encore: Equitable Communities and the Importance of Affortable Housing

    Encore: Equitable Communities and the Importance of Affortable Housing
    Jul 15 2016
    Learn how communities are able to stay and thrive in their cities and regions– to be able to afford to live & achieve economic stability and upward mobility How we do that is a combination of many factors – those factors together can create Equitable Communities. It is a continuum of affordable housing from ending homelessness to preserving & producing more rental housing to increasing ownership and it is supporting ways to get individual & family incomes up – workforce development efforts. Also supporting small businesses / entrepreneurs. Small businesses are drivers for new jobs, raise wages, & provide additional benefits for low-wealth residents in their neighborhoods.
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    51 mins
  • Encore: The Business of Politics

    Encore: The Business of Politics
    Jul 8 2016
    We'll take a look at the impact the 2016 elections and candidates are having and will have on the business community. What the impact of having each of the remaining candidates will have on economic development, businesses of all sizes, job growth and more. We'll also look at how the candidates' strategies are shaping their image to the voting public, and the role the media plays in influencing voters.
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    53 mins
  • Marketing for Success: The View of Your Organization

    Marketing for Success: The View of Your Organization
    Jul 1 2016
    Marketing experts will talk about the role this practice has in influencing business decisions, public perception of an organization and the tools needed for successful marketing.
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    57 mins
  • The Role of Women in Business and Leadership: A Winning Combination

    The Role of Women in Business and Leadership: A Winning Combination
    Jun 24 2016
    Women play a key role in the success of many businesses and organizations. Of course, they have faced many obstacles and challenges on their way to the top. In this show, they will share their experiences during their path to success, and how it shaped who they are as leaders and as people.
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    56 mins
  • The Art of Networking and Relationship Building in the Business World

    The Art of Networking and Relationship Building in the Business World
    Jun 17 2016
    We'll talk with leaders in their respective fields about the importance networking and relationships in building businesses that are sustainable for generations. They will discuss the techniques they use to form and cultivate relationships that they keep for years.
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    56 mins
  • Covering Your Employees: The Impoact of Healthcare on Business

    Covering Your Employees: The Impoact of Healthcare on Business
    Jun 10 2016
    We will discuss the complexities and costs health care has on businesses, their employees and their bottom line. This will include the impact of health care exchanges on organizations.
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    59 mins