Best CHESS Health Solutions Podcasts (2025)

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Close Up Radio Spotlights Energy Healer Adrienne Cummings of Addie’s Heart Centered Healing 32:49

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Julian, CA - Addie’s Heart Centered Healing, founded by holistic practitioner Addie Cummings, is announcing the official launch of its comprehensive energy-healing practice. Specializing in the Emotion Code, Body Code and Belief Code modalities developed by Dr. Bradley Nelson, Addie’s Heart Centered Healing is helping clients release trapped emotio…

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Close Up Radio Spotlights Top Laywer and Women’s Advocate Anne Marie Tavella of Women Advancing a Prosperous Alaska (WAPAK) and Davis Wright Tremaine LLP (DWT) 31:34

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Anchorage, AK -- Anne Marie Tavella is more than just a top attorney, she is a co-founder of Women Advancing a Prosperous Alaska (WAPAK), which focuses on maintaining and supporting the professional lives of women in Alaska. WAPAK also seeks to foster an environment that encourages young people to stay in Alaska. Alaska, she says, is quite differen…

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Part 1: Close Up Radio Spotlights Flooring Expert Ellie Nuñez of TerraFlor Solutions 28:31

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Reno, NV - TerraFlor Solutions is excited to announce the launch of their groundbreaking Luxury Vinyl Tile (LVT) solution—VacuuBond. This high quality LVT is set to revolutionize flooring installation processes across commercial sectors, with significant reductions in time and cost without compromising quality. From a deeply personal journey of res…

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Part 1: Close Up Radio Spotlights the Law Offices of Bart S. Fisher 33:22

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Washington, DC - Bart S. Fisher, founder of the Law Offices of Bart S. Fisher and renowned expert in international trade law, is speaking out on the urgent constitutional and economic implications of current U.S. tariff policies, which have recently been declared unconstitutional by the Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit. On Tuesday, Septembe…

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Close Up Radio Spotlights Child Abuse Survivor and Author Cynthia L. Keller 34:32

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Sioux Falls, SD - Entrepreneur, lifelong caregiver, survivor of childhood abuse, and author Cynthia L. Keller is delighted to announce “All in the Big Picture,” a five-volume memoir series tracing her life from her earliest memories through adulthood, resilience, and advocacy. Written while traveling the United States in a 60-foot RV buying, tradin…

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Part 1: Close Up Radio Spotlights Ranch Girl and Immersion Coach Cindy Carrillo of Finding Your Nxt 34:32

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Telluride, CO -- Cindy Carrillo once led an enviable life in business, in leadership roles for Fortune Companies. So, she knows well all that is involved in launching and running a business and what it can do to our spirit. After selling her company, she took a step back and wondered What’s Next for Me? The new future she carved out for herself has…

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Close Up Radio Spotlights Oliva Dufour Consulting 30:12

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Boston, MA - Olivia Dufour is a global business transformation leader and an official member of the Forbes Coaches Council. She has also been awarded top honors by CEO Monthly Magazine, her work has been highlighted in Fast Company, and she is currently named one of this podcast’s Empowering Women in America. They have all recognized her for advanc…

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Part 1: Close Up Radio Spotlights Julie Waas Coaching 32:57

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Miami, FL - Julie Waas focuses on helping women navigate the significant transitions and challenges that often arise during midlife where many women feel overwhelmed, stuck, lost, and questioning their very life's purpose. Whether facing empty nest syndrome, going through hormonal changes, a challenging divorce, balancing careers, or caring for agi…

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Close Up Radio Spotlights HR Strategist and Business Consultant Elisa Courter of Courter Consulting 28:43

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St. Louis, MO -- Elisa Courter is the founder of Courter Consulting, a business consulting firm launched in 2023 with many years of experience and key practice areas such as Human Resources, Accounting, and Marketing. The firm provides counsel on setting strategy, improving or supplementing operations, and long range planning-- all that is needed t…

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Part 3: Close Up Radio Welcomes Back Noted Chess Advocate and Author James Eade 33:36

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Menlo Park, CA - Earlier this Summer James Eade met with Close up hosts to talk about his life passions—one of which is chess, and the other is facing life calmly as a person in recovery. James has a truly inspirational story; that of a man who once struggled with alcoholism and chooses not to any longer. He talks often about how he discovered his …

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Part 7: Close Up Radio Welcomes Back Coach and Consultant Catherine Oleksiw of Measured Transitions 33:40

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Plano, TX - Catherine Oleksiw, PhD is the founder of Measured Transitions, a coaching and consulting practice. Now when you really examine it, that name helps people understand just what she does, develops tools and systems that help organizations evaluate their goals and outcomes and then take steps to change the trajectory of success in this era …

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Building a Smarter Safety Net: Medicaid, Capitation & Collaboration with Randy Jordan 22:23

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In this episode of The Move to Value Podcast, we revisit the conversation between CHESS President Dr. Yates Lennon and Randy Jordan, Chief Advisor of Impact for Health at Next Stage Consulting and former CEO of North Carolina’s Association of Free and Charitable Clinics. Together, they unpack the evolving landscape of Managed Medicaid, explore inno…

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Close Up Radio Spotlights EOS Implementer David Peterson 32:12

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Atlanta, GA -- David Peterson understands the stressful demands of team leadership because he felt them himself during a 20+ year career in the insurance industry. He later found a new outlet for his passion (helping people) when he discovered the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) which is not a technical system, but a system to handle human e…

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Part 2: Close Up Radio Welcomes Back Noted Chess Advocate and Author James Eade 44:27

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Menlo Park, CA - Earlier this Summer James Eade met with Close up hosts to talk about his life passions—one of which is chess, and the other is facing life calmly as a person in recovery. James has a truly inspirational story; that of a man who once struggled with alcoholism and chooses not to any longer. He talks often about how he discovered his …

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Close Up Radio Spotlights Christy A. Smith of the Unicoi County Prevention Coalition 36:35

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Erwin, TN - The Unicoi County Prevention Coalition is intensifying its efforts to combat substance use and mental health challenges in the region through new prevention, intervention, and recovery initiatives. Facing a rise in opioid overdoses, mental health issues, and youth vaping and marijuana use, Christy A. Smith, founder of the nonprofit Unic…

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Close Up Radio Welcomes Back Photographer and Author Mark Estabrook 32:53

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Austin, TX - In a fusion of bravery, artistry, and history-making events, professional photographer Mark Estabrook unveils his latest work, “Euromaiden Revolution.” This breathtaking chronicle not only captures the raw and tumultuous struggles of the Ukrainian people during their 2014 fight for freedom but also encapsulates the personal survival st…

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Part 2: Close Up Radio Welcomes Back Counselor and Coach Jodi Bryant of Life Change Resources 44:20

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Saskatoon, SK – Life is full of ups and downs and curveballs we may never see coming. One day we feel on cloud nine, other days se experience stress and anxiety. Sometimes we feel stuck and overwhelmed unable to navigate the complexities and challenges that is part of our human journey. But when all these emotions impact our daily functioning, such…

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Part 2: Close Up Radio Welcomes Back Systems Scientist and Futurist Dr. Ruth Miller 34:58

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Waldport, OR – Even as a young child, Dr. Ruth Miller was a profoundly deep thinker who listened vividly to her innermost self. She recalls being five years old and seeing dilapidated, run- down buildings, and thinking, How can anyone be happy when their neighborhood looks so bad? Her concerns about the world "not working for everyone," became part…

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Part 2: Close Up Radio Welcomes Back Acclaimed Author Ann Mracek 35:23

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Saint Louis, MO – When Ann decided to sell her childhood home because her parents were moving into an assisted living facility so began a trip down memory lane. Sadly, instead of sweet moments of bliss, it evoked childhood years full of traumatic experiences and painful past wounds that were buried, suppressed, and unspoken. That's what inspired he…

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Close Up Radio Spotlights Business and Empowerment Coach for Women Jennifer Licciardi 28:51

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Fort Worth, TX - Far too many women are suffering from burnout, disillusionment, and a relentless chase for validation. Standing boldly against this tide is Jennifer Licciardi, an example of hope and transformation, offering business and empowerment coaching to women craving personal and professional rejuvenation. Jennifer’s journey from corporate …

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Part 6: Close Up Radio Welcomes Back Coach and Consultant Catherine Oleksiw of Measured Transitions 28:50

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Plano, TX - Catherine Oleksiw, PhD is the founder of Measured Transitions, a coaching and consulting practice. Now when you really examine it, that name helps people understand just what she does, develops tools and systems that help organizations evaluate their goals and outcomes and then take steps to change the trajectory of success in this era …

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Part 2: Close Up Radio Welcomes Back Julia Nilsen of LiveWell Divorce Coaching 27:43

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Marina Del Rey, CA - LiveWell Divorce Coaching, founded by attorney Julia Nilsen, is changing the landscape of divorce support and empowerment for women. With a focus on high-asset, high-conflict divorces, LiveWell is a sanctuary of guidance, support, and education for women who find themselves at the crossroads of marital dissolution and personal …

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Close Up Radio Spotlights Executive Coach and Author Rabbi Yisroel Roll of Wisdom Coaching 35:51

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Baltimore, MD - Break free from the mundane and step into a life of purpose and joy, where every moment feels like a dance—guided by Rabbi Yisroel Roll, JD, LCPC. As the visionary behind Wisdom Coaching, Rabbi Roll offers an inspiring blend of executive coaching and spiritual counseling, rooted in a profound journey of self-discovery and personal g…

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Close Up Radio Spotlights Leadership Developer and Executive Coach Ron Reich of RLB Training and Development 27:43

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Montclair, NJ - Personal transformation and professional passion unite to ignite the birth of RLB Training and Development, heralded by seasoned expert, Ron Reich. With roots tracing back to a humble beginning in human resources, Ron’s journey embodies a profound love for training and development nurtured over an expansive 32-year career. Today, th…

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Meeting Needs Beyond the Clinic with Julie Quisenberry 26:24

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In this episode of the Move to Value Podcast, we continue our conversation with Julie Quisenberry of Coastal Horizons about what care management looks like on the front lines. Julie shares how her team supports patients facing housing insecurity, food insecurity, substance use, and behavioral health challenges, while also navigating language barrie…

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Close Up Radio Spotlights Veteran and Military Science Fiction Author Eric Johnson 30:43

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Baltimore, MD - Eric Johnson, a published author and member of the military community who has authored 34 books, is excited to unveil the latest series, “Dance of the Dead.” Multiple deployments afforded Johnson a distinctive view of the military, bringing a unique perspective to the world of military science fiction and fantasy literature. In 2009…

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Part 1: Close Up Radio Spotlights Counselor and Coach Jodi Bryant of Life Change Resources 40:28

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Saskatoon, SK – Life is full of ups and downs and curveballs we may never see coming. One day we feel on cloud nine, other days se experience stress and anxiety. Sometimes we feel stuck and overwhelmed unable to navigate the complexities and challenges that is part of our human journey. But when all these emotions impact our daily functioning, such…

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Close Up Radio Spotlights Security Strategist Jean-Marc Behar of Hemispherica Vigilance Group 28:52

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Miami, FL - Hemispherica Vigilance Group, founded by distinguished security strategist Jean-Marc Behar, proudly announces its unique and comprehensive approach to security strategy for multinational corporations. With decades of experience in both private and government sectors, Behar is addressing the complex security challenges faced by global bu…

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Part 1: Close Up Radio Spotlights Acclaimed Author Ann Mracek 39:56

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Saint Louis, MO – When Ann decided to sell her childhood home because her parents were moving into an assisted living facility so began a trip down memory lane. Sadly, instead of sweet moments of bliss, it evoked childhood years full of traumatic experiences and painful past wounds that were buried, suppressed, and unspoken. That's what inspired he…

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Close Up Radio Spotlights Clinical Psychologist and Author Dr. Ann Schiebert 36:00

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Colorado Springs, CO – How does one live a happy life? That is certainly an age-old question. Many of us struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and generational trauma, which is a perfect mixture of the elements that lead to unhappiness. It is important to remember that you weren’t born unhappy, you learned it. Pills don’t usually “cure” …

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Close Up Radio Spotlights Public Speaking Coach and Author Dean Griess 44:47

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Parker, CO - Successful public speaking is all about connection, and one man is on a mission to turn the conventional approach to public speaking on its head. Meet Dean Griess, author and public speaking coach who is sharing the superpower of audience movement and remarkable engagement. Dean’s passion? Transforming the fear of public speaking into …

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Part 1: Close Up Radio Welcomes Back Noted Chess Advocate and Author James Eade 37:52

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Menlo Park, CA - Earlier this Summer James Eade met with Close up hosts to talk about his life passions—one of which is chess, and the other is facing life calmly as a person in recovery. James has a truly inspirational story; that of a man who once struggled with alcoholism and chooses not to any longer. He talks often about how he discovered his …

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Close Up Radio Spotlights Author Laura Stinziano 34:07

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Fishkill, NY - Laura Stinziano, a first-time author with an inspiring and tumultuous life story, is excited to announce the release of her debut novel, “Don’t Say You Don’t Remember.” Rooted in personal truth and years of emotional discovery, Stinziano’s new work provides a poignant narrative spanning multiple decades, offering readers an intimate …

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Part 1: Close Up Radio Spotlights Julia Nilsen of LiveWell Divorce Coaching 32:29

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Marina Del Rey, CA - LiveWell Divorce Coaching, founded by attorney Julia Nilsen, is changing the landscape of divorce support and empowerment for women. With a focus on high-asset, high-conflict divorces, LiveWell is a sanctuary of guidance, support, and education for women who find themselves at the crossroads of marital dissolution and personal …

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Part 1: Close Up Radio Spotlights Systems Scientist and Futurist Dr. Ruth Miller 42:56

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Waldport, OR – Even as a young child, Dr. Ruth Miller was a profoundly deep thinker who listened vividly to her innermost self. She recalls being five years old and seeing dilapidated, run- down buildings, and thinking, How can anyone be happy when their neighborhood looks so bad? Her concerns about the world "not working for everyone," became part…

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Part 2: Close Up Radio Welcomes Back Pranic Healer Gary Smith of Grateful Violet 35:57

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Tucson, AZ - Grateful Violet, a new enterprise founded by healer Gary Smith, is proud to announce the launch of its diverse range of pranic healing sessions and workshops. With a vision to share the ancient knowledge of prana and foster overall health, well-being, and a positive body image, Grateful Violet enhances clients’ health by re-balancing t…

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Close Up Radio Spotlights Sandra Maiorana of The Sandra Method 40:26

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Edmonton, AB – Drawing from the wisdom of the old Buddhist saying, “Pain is inevitable, suffering is optional,” Sandra Maiorana has built a career — and a calling — around helping others transform trauma into resilience. In her podcast appearance, Sandra shares her extraordinary journey from hardship to healing, and the unique, non-clinical approac…

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Close Up Radio Spotlights Attorney and Author Michael Carter 32:44

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Indianapolis, IN - Legal professional turned author, Michael Carter, is excited to announce the release of his debut satirical novel, “In the Belly of the Bell-Shaped Curve.” With a seasoned career spanning private practice and public service, Carter brings his professional experiences and storytelling flair to this imaginative narrative that is su…

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Part 1: Close Up Radio Welcomes Back Pranic Healer Gary Smith of Grateful Violet 37:03

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Tucson, AZ - Grateful Violet, a new enterprise founded by healer Gary Smith, is proud to announce the launch of its diverse range of pranic healing sessions and workshops. With a vision to share the ancient knowledge of prana and foster overall health, well-being, and a positive body image, Grateful Violet enhances clients’ health by re-balancing t…

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Close Up Radio Spotlights Landon Waters Consulting 31:55

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Broken Arrow, OK - With a career stamped with military service, academic excellence, and a steadfast dedication to leadership, Landon Waters is making waves in the business world as a renowned consultant and public speaker. The founder of Landon Waters Consulting, Waters leverages his experiences to guide organizations through complex challenges, d…

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Part 2: Close Up Radio Spotlights the Military Career of Single Mother and Empowering Woman Brittney M. Duncan 42:06

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Charleston, SC - When Brittney Duncan began her career in the U.S. Army, it was largely a family tradition. Her older brother and father served, as did both of her grandfathers and her mother. She notes that out of the 11 children her grandmother had, six went into the military. Brittney initially pursued a path in dental care and considered both t…

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Close Up Radio Spotlights Legal Eagle Turned True Crime Author John Oller 36:47

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New York, NY - From the courtroom to historical non-fiction, John Oller bridges a remarkable journey from law to literature with “Gangster Hunters.” A thrilling exploration of the unheralded FBI agents who captured America’s most notorious gangsters of the 1930s, “Gangster Hunters” is a must read for true crime fans. With a career spanning nearly 3…

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Close Up Radio Spotlights Leadership Coach and Author Darrin McCall of Seasoned Leadership Advisors 30:37

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Bozeman, MT - Today, effective leadership is more vital than ever. Seasoned Leadership Advisors, LLC is proud to announce the launch of its comprehensive leadership coaching services. Founded by Darrin McCall, an accomplished leader and author of “The Recipe to Seasoned Leadership—Basic Ingredients to Transform Your Work Presence,” the firm is offe…

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Whole-Person Care in Action with Julie Quisenberry 20:36

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In this episode of Move to Value, we talk with Julie Quisenberry, Director of Care Integration at Coastal Horizons. Serving 56 counties across North Carolina, Coastal Horizons delivers whole-person care by integrating primary care, behavioral health, substance use treatment, and community resources. Julie explains how her team navigates Medicaid st…

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Part 2: Close Up Radio Welcomes Back Leadership Development Coach Diane Wilhelm of Spartan Warrior Coaching 46:05

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Smithville. MO – Strong leaders that create a positive atmosphere for everyone are the driving force behind any organization’s success. But being a truly good leader can be challenging especially in today's uncertain, complex, and ambiguous world where navigating the path to success can often feel like a rollercoaster. At the same time, many aspiri…

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Close Up Radio Spotlights Dean of the Sellinger School of Business and Management Mary Ann Scully at Loyola University Maryland 31:35

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West Friendship, MD - Mary Ann Scully’s journey to her current role is as influential as her accomplishments in the financial sector. After co-founding Howard Bank in the early 2000s, a period during which she demonstrated leadership and strategic acumen, she guided the bank through significant growth, culminating in its public listing on NASDAQ an…

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Close Up Radio Spotlights Landscape Designer Michelle LeMoine of Verde Gardens 33:16

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Shoreline, WA - Home is our own personal living space, a peaceful sanctuary away from the world where we find safety, comfort, peace, and joy. When designing our homes, we do so with lovely furnishings and decor that reflect our tastes, values, and personal style. However, it's arguably equally as important to focus on the exterior of our homes. We…

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Part 2: Close Up Radio Welcomes Back Leader in Early Childhood Education Amy Aceto-Hitchinson of The Ivy Academy 35:44

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St. Charles, IL - Amy Aceto-Hitchinson, founder of the The Ivy Academy, an inspiring leader in the field of childcare education, is joining forces with Mario Nardioanni, a celebrated social worker, co founder of Arca Sanita by New Care Srl and part of l:Arcobalendeiragazzi Caira, who is based in Casino, Italy to launch Casa dell’amore e della spera…

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Part 2: Close Up Radio Welcomes Back Divorce Attorney for Men Melissa Isaak of the Isaak Law Firm 35:55

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Montgomery, AL -- Melissa Isaak is an example of a child who rose up over the odds stacked against her and became a major success. Once a foster child, she earned a Masters in Counseling Psychology and a second Master’s in Criminal Justice then graduated from law school with a JD in 2007. She actually took on her very first triumphant case while st…

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Part 1: Close Up Radio Spotlights the Military Career of Single Mother and Empowering Woman Brittney M. Duncan 35:52

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Charleston, SC - When Brittney Duncan began her career in the U.S. Army, it was largely a family tradition. Her older brother and father served, as did both of her grandfathers and her mother. She notes that out of the 11 children her grandmother had, six went into the military. Brittney initially pursued a path in dental care and considered both t…