Best R. Lynn Pingol Podcasts (2025)

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The Chat - S3 Episode 2: Recap and How to Respond to RFPs, RFIs, and RFQs 59:17

1+ y ago59:17

59:17

In our second episode, we recap some of our Season 1 and Season 2 episodes, highlighting entrepreneurs in Minneapolis/Saint Paul as well as our community trailblazers who are paving the way to level the playing field for us! This episode also launches our "Nuggets of Knowledge" series - offering tips and tricks to get you a tick mark on the WIN col…

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The Chat -Season 3 Kicks Off with a Launch on our YouTube Channel! 1:04:36

1+ y ago1:04:36

1:04:36

We are back for Season 3 - Join us as we kick off this season with a new channel on You Tube while continuing with a simulcast on WFNU 94.1 FM - Frogtown Community Radio! Like and subscribe on YouTube!https://www.youtube.com/@procurementgamesBy R. Lynn Pingol

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The Chat: Kamillah El Amin - Royal Foundry Craft & Spirits & Huriya Village 54:34

2y ago54:34

54:34

Kamillah El Amin shares her story as the first black woman owned distiller in the midwest in this episode! R. Lynn Pingol & Jared Petersen get an insight into Kamillah's family legacy and her entrepreneurial journey.By R. Lynn Pingol

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The Chat: Victoria Yepez - VY Management 59:21

2y ago59:21

59:21

R. Lynn Pingol and Jared Petersen chat about Victoria's journey as a property management company and brand new develoiper in MN.By R. Lynn Pingol

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The Chat: Belkis Cruz - Co Founder LBR Partners 56:08

2y ago56:08

56:08

In this episode, R. Lynn Pingol and Jared Petersen chats with Belkis Cruz who shares her "construction and development" journey in the Twin Cities. Belkis shares her passion and desire to help the Latino community in excelling in the procurement and contracting realm too!By R. Lynn Pingol

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The Chat -Trailblazer: Johnnie Burns, Dir of Contract Compliance City of Minneapolis 55:51

2y ago55:51

55:51

We are talking compliance, goals, fines, and workforce with Johnnie Burns, Director of Contract Compliance at the City of Minneapolis! Jared Petersen and R.Lynn Pingol had way too much fun while still getting to the bottom of contracting DBE firms in Minnesota, where the disparity continue to be an issue in the eco-system of procurment and contract…

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The Chat -Trailblazer: Jimmy Loyd, Econ.Development Dir., City of St. Paul 58:32

2y ago58:32

58:32

Jimmy Loyd, Economic Development Director for the City of Saint Paul, MN dropped some pretty awesome exclusive news when joined R. Lynn Pingol and Jared Petersen on the show!By R. Lynn Pingol

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The Chat -Trailblazer: Mikeya Griffin, Exec. Director - Rondo Community Land Trust 58:42

2y ago58:42

58:42

R. Lynn Pingol and Jared Petersen are joined by Mikey Griffin, Executive Director of Rondo Community Land Trust, an amazing organization whose mission is to preserve the ownership of land in the Rondo Community!By R. Lynn Pingol

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The Chat: Mitchell Davis, Jr., CEO - MDavis Consulting 58:49

2y ago58:49

58:49

Mitchell Davis, Jr joins R. LynnPingol and Jared Petersen to discuss the formula to use when you start a business and the importance of debriefs request, when you don't awarded a contract!By R. Lynn Pingol

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The Chat: Damaris Hollingsworth, Founder & Principal-Design By Melo 51:30

2+ y ago51:30

51:30

R. Lynn Pingol and Jared Petersen hosts Founder and Principal Architect- Damaris Hollingsworth of Design By Melo, who shares her inspiration as a child and the fears she faced in launching her own design firm.By R. Lynn Pingol

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The Chat -Trailblazer: Keith Baker, Executive Director ReConnect Rondo 51:30

2+ y ago51:30

51:30

R.Lynn Pingol and Jared Petersen is joined by Keith Baker, Executive Director of ReConnect Rondo, who shares his perspective on the procurement challenges small businesses face in the MN ecosystem. Keith discusses his current project - ReConnect Rondo, providing insights and encouragement on how community can get engaged.…

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The Chat: Jill Pavlak & Deb Loch, Co-Founders Urban Growler 53:45

2+ y ago53:45

53:45

Jill Pavlak and Deb Loch joins hosts, R.Lynn Pingol and Jared Petersen, to share their journey as the first women owned micro-brewery in Minnesota!By R. Lynn Pingol

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The Chat: Hyon Kim, Author, CEO-MnBest & Co-Founder of OurTechCoop 55:25

2+ y ago55:25

55:25

Joining co=hosts R. Lynn Pingol and Jared Petersen is Hyon Kim, CEO of MN Best, Inc., Founder of Midwest Alliance for North Korean Refugees, and co-founder of OurTech Coop. Hyon shares her journey in her new book "Alone in the Battefield" along with her experience in launching several successful businesses in the US.…

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The TALK: Ashanti Payne, Asst. Director MetCouncil EEO 48:52

2+ y ago48:52

48:52

The TALK episode, brings Ashanti Payne back in the studio with Lynn and Jared for a reaction conversation to comments, questions, and live calls from our dedicated listeners!By R. Lynn Pingol

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The Chat -Trailblazer: Ashanti Payne, MetCouncil 50:07

2+ y ago50:07

50:07

Ashanti Payne joins hosts R.Lynn Pingol and Jared Petersen to discuss MetCouncil and the new initiatives and programs they now offer to small businesses.By R. Lynn Pingol

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The Chat: De'Vonna Pittman, Founder - Nature's Syrup - The Hair & Skin Care Experience 53:55

2+ y ago53:55

53:55

Hosts R.Lynn Pingol & Jared Petersen are joined by De'Vonna Pittman, Founder of Nature's Syrup - The Hair & Skin Care Experience. De'Vonna shares her journey of launching a start up businesss, creating a business plan, and being selected by Goldman Sachs co-hort group.By R. Lynn Pingol

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The Chat -Trailblazer: Paris Dunning, ESABA 53:29

2+ y ago53:29

53:29

In this episode, R. Lynn Pingol and Jared Petersen engage in a energic conversation with Paris Dunning, Executive Director of East Side Area Business Association (ESABA).By R. Lynn Pingol

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The Chat: R. Lynn Pingol & Jared Petersen Kicks off Season 2 on WFNU 94.1 52:52

2+ y ago52:52

52:52

Procurement Games Podcast & Open Conversations is back for Season 2! This time, R. Lynn Pingol is joined by co-host+technician extraordinaire Jared Petersen! We are officially broadcasting LIVE every Thursday at NOON on WFNU 94.1 FM Frogtown Community Radio! This episode was alot of fun to record...OH THE NERVES! We recapped Season 1 and level set …

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The Chat - TRAILBLAZER EDITION: Kara Jenkins, Administrator - NV 31:43

3y ago31:43

31:43

Host R.Lynn Pingol is joined by Director Kara Jenkins of Nevada Equal Rights Commission (NERC) to share how small businesses can take advantage of NERC's program to teach non-discriminatory practices and creating equity based hiring practices that result in a diverse workforce! About Kara Jenkins Kara Jenkins serves as Administrator to the Nevada E…

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The Chat: Heather Avila, President & CEO - LIVE Electric 35:24

3y ago35:24

35:24

Heather Avila - President & CEO of LIVE Electric joins host R. Lynn Pingol to discuss her journey as an enpretreneur and how she used the resources of government agencies and her inner network to position herself for the WIN! Heather founded Live Electric Inc in 2014. She brings her 20+ years’ of experience overseeing strategic business advancement…

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The Chat: Evelyn Pacheco, President & Army Veteran - NV Women in Trades 30:05

3y ago30:05

30:05

Army Veteran and President of Nevada Women in Trades - Eveylyn Pacheco, joins host- R.Lynn Pingol to discuss the importance of her pre-apprenticeship program for the construction community! Nevada Women in Trades (NVWIT) is a non-profit corporation registered in the state of Nevada with a mission: To prepare women in Nevada for successful careers i…

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The Chat: Tamiko Trott-Binns, President Trott Binns Construction 34:11

3y ago34:11

34:11

Tamiko Trott-Binns shares her journey and some critical points about the construction industy, from the lenses of a Black Woman Contractor, with host R.Lynn Pingol xBy R. Lynn Pingol

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The Chat - TRAILBLAZER EDITION: Karin McCabe, Outreach Director - McGough Construction 36:56

3y ago36:56

36:56

R.Lynn Pingol drives the conversation with Trailblazer Karin McCabe- McGough Construction on how they are leveling the playing field in their bidding process! About Karin Karin has worked in the construction industry since 1999. Upon completion of a Women Venture construction training program, she started her career with McGough in the field. Alway…

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The Chat: Comfort Dondo - Executive Director, Pumulani MN 26:48

3y ago26:48

26:48

Comfort Dondo - Executive Director of Pumulani MN and Author of Facing the Giants - joins R. Lynn Pingol on the platform of domestic violence and how the industry needs to shift so that the providers reflect the demographics it serves.By R. Lynn Pingol

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The Chat: Erinn Farrell, Co-Founder & Partner - The Coven 33:32

3y ago33:32

33:32

R.Lynn Pingol is joined by Erinn Farrell - Co-Founder & Partner at The Coven - a unique and amazing space for women with intent to make radical changes to community.By R. Lynn Pingol

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The Chat: Stacy J. Powell, SJP Independent Consultants 28:32

3y ago28:32

28:32

Stacy J. Powell of SJP Independent Consultants joins host R. Lynn Pingol, to discuss her entrepeneur journey and how the Human Resource industry should shift their mindset in preparation for the next generation in the coming COVID endemic era!By R. Lynn Pingol

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The Chat: Trailblazer Edition - Noel Nix, City of St. Paul, MN 37:35

3y ago37:35

37:35

Noel Nix, Director of Community Initatives for the Office of Mayor Melvin Carter joins R.Lynn Pingol to discuss and invite small businesses and community to take a seat at the table and engage to influence change, especially for communities of color!By R. Lynn Pingol

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The Chat: Deseria Galloway, Founder & Executive Director -Wellspring Second Chances 24:27

3y ago24:27

24:27

R.Lynn Pingol is joined by Deseria Galloway of Wellspring Second Chances to share how her organization is helping traumatized individuals, youth, and returning citizens in our community.By R. Lynn Pingol

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The Chat: Foster Hackett, III - Advanced Design Contracting 36:02

3+ y ago36:02

36:02

R.Lynn Pingol chats with Foster Hackett, III - President of Advanced Design Contracting about his drive to succeed, calculated risks, and uniting minorities for the win as the infrastructure bill looms ahead with no clear direction on how minorities, women, and veteran owned small businesses are going to be included.…

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The Chat: Robin Hickman-Winfield, Executive Producer & CEO - Soultouch Productions 27:18

3+ y ago27:18

27:18

The tenacious Robin Hickman-Winfield joins R. Lynn Pingol in this episode to share her deep connection to Rondo, her inspiration from her Great Uncle Gordon Parks, and the evolution of Soultouch Productions.By R. Lynn Pingol

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The Chat: Trailblazer Edition - Ben Baglio, MN Governor's Workforce Board 24:04

3+ y ago24:04

24:04

Ben Baglio, Director of MN Governor's Workforce Development Board joins R. Lynn Pingol to share the WAIO federal workforce programs and how YOU can become an influencer of where the money goes and the policies that help dictate it. Learn how you can join the board at the local and state level..having that coveted seat at the table!…

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The Chat: Gerri Harris, President - G.Harris Consulting 37:17

3+ y ago37:17

37:17

Gerri Harris joins R. Lynn Pingol in this powerful podcast! Gerri shares her insghts from her days working with minorities, women and veteran owned businesses, as the Executive Director at MGM while also realizing how she positioned herself for her next journey...as an entrepreneur!By R. Lynn Pingol

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The Chat: Babette & Patrick Buckner, CEO & President - Moltron Builders 35:35

3+ y ago35:35

35:35

Babette & Patrick Buckner of Moltron Builders joins R.Lynn Pingol to converse about the procurement challenges that exists in the construction industry and how they maximized being a union signatory along with their network to win!By R. Lynn Pingol

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The Chat - TRAILBLAZER EDITION: Ramona Wilson, Supplier Diversity Manager - 3M 25:05

3+ y ago25:05

25:05

Ramona Wilson joins Lynn on this first episode of The Chat -Trailblazers to talk about her role in transforming 3M DEI and Supplier Diversity Program.By R. Lynn Pingol

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The Chat: Paul Edlund, CEO - J Benson Construction 31:38

3+ y ago31:38

31:38

Paul Edlund shares his story of strategizing and positioning his general constracting company by eliminating barriers of entry by deciding to become a union sigatory, expanding his network through participation, and more.By R. Lynn Pingol

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The Chat: Sabrina Jones, Founder & CEO - SJC Body Love 27:26

3+ y ago27:26

27:26

Growing up with eczema, Sabrina Jones experienced the adverse effects of synthetic lotions and medicated treatments. Her struggle continued into adulthood. She suffered headaches, dry skin, allergies, and anxiety from a high-stress career in child protection. When she became pregnant, she knew she needed to take control of her health and find a bet…

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The Chat: Mark Vargas, Director Foresite General Contracting & Consulting 25:09

3+ y ago25:09

25:09

Born and raised in Minnesota, Hispanic-American Mark Vargas, Direcotr of Foresight General Contracting and Consulting, shares his entrepeneurship journey and challenges.By R. Lynn Pingol

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The Chat: Jared Petersen, CEO - Straightforward LLC 33:46

3+ y ago33:46

33:46

Jared Petersen CEO of Straightforward - shares his entrepreneur story and the challenges he faced when he looked at government contracts in an the tech industry. You'll hear how the system did not position opportunities to be truly open for minority participation!By R. Lynn Pingol

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The Darkside of Procurement - Episode 1 20:46

3+ y ago20:46

20:46

Is the field ever leveled in OUR FAVOR? Small, minority and women owned businesses are challenged by the government procurement processes. Talk of leveling the playing field is the main theme, yet little is done to move us forward. The PROCUREMENT GAMES Podcast and Open Conversations brings our voices together to move us forward to changing the way…

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