Envision RISE

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Envision RISE episodes

  • Andromeda Turre on Growing up Jazz and the Power of Music for Diversity

     #EnvisionRISE Podcast | We’re joined by musician, educator, and SiriusXM Real Jazz Radio Host Andromeda Turre who describes her work in diversity, equity, and inclusion through the arts community and her program “Growing up Jazz,” which aims to teach jazz history, its influence, and its impact on culture. Andromeda and Staci discuss jazz music’s relationship with systemic racism, the role of jazz in understanding the African experience in America, and the importance of embracing diversity in making the world a more interesting place. Andromeda shares her experiences and influences growing up in a family of musicians and activists who helped spark her drive.

    Resource: Andromeda recommends Leroy Jones' book "Blues People" for those interested in understanding the influence of the African experience in jazz.

    Learn more about Andromeda, her Growing Up Jazz Program, and hear her music: https://www.andromedaturre.com/

    Watch this episode on YouTube.

    Visit Envision RISE to learn how our evolutionary platform helps companies create a powerful integration and understanding of the relationship between the organization and the workforce. Envision RISE empowers your people to drive change and innovation through the methods of Organizational Change Management (OCM), Human Resource Management (HRM), and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DE&I).

    Envision a Better Future
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    Contact us for info on RISE or interest in being a podcast guest: [email protected]
    All podcasts produced by Elevate Media Group.

    26 min
  • Building Inclusion and Belonging in Teams: Insights from Sophia Christiansen, Founder of Lexicon Lens

    #EnvisionRISE Podcast | Staci Hegarty sits down with Sophia Kristjansson, Founder/Principal of Lexicon Lens, to discuss creating an inclusive culture in organizations. Sophia shares her research on how leaders can promote diversity, open mindset, diverse thinking, and continuous development to improve employee retention and engage high potentials. She also highlights the importance of using qualitative research to understand company culture, address poor listening skills, unconscious bias, and emotional intelligence.

    Watch this episode on YouTube.
    Contact Sophia: [email protected]

    Visit Envision RISE to learn how our evolutionary platform helps companies create a powerful integration and understanding of the relationship between the organization and the workforce. Envision RISE empowers your people to drive change and innovation through the methods of Organizational Change Management (OCM), Human Resource Management (HRM), and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DE&I).


    Envision a Better Future
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    Contact us for info on RISE or interest in being a podcast guest: [email protected]
    All podcasts produced by Elevate Media Group.

    32 min
  • Uncovering the Taboo: A Deep Dive into Mental Health and Wellness with Culture of Therapy Group

    #EnvisionRise Podcast | host Staci Hegarty talks with Kasey David and Irene Oseguera of Culture of Therapy Wellness Group about their mission to serve marginalized communities and focus on therapy for women of color. They discuss the importance of relatability in therapy and the challenges of finding a therapist who understands your lived experience. They also offer advice for those looking to prioritize their mental health and wellness.

    Watch this episode on YouTube

    Visit Culture of Therapy Wellness Group
    Follow Culture of Therapy on Facebook and Instagram

    Visit Envision RISE to learn how our evolutionary platform helps companies create a powerful integration and understanding of the relationship between the organization and the workforce. Envision RISE empowers your people to drive change and innovation through the methods of Organizational Change Management (OCM), Human Resource Management (HRM), and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DE&I).

    Envision a Better Future
    Follow us on social: LinkedIn, Instagram, Twitter, Facebook
    Contact us for info on RISE or interest in being a podcast guest: [email protected]
    All podcasts produced by Elevate Media Group.

    28 min
  • Assessing Learning for Adults: The Importance of Measuring Impact with Chris Taylor, Actionable.co

    #EnvisionRISE Podcast | Chris Taylor, Founder and CEO of Actionable.co joins us to share how his company is helping organizations rethink their training development efforts to operationalize new knowledge for lasting behavioral changes that benefit the business. Chris explains how his team partners with other training organizations to bridge the gap between knowledge retention and personal accountability in employees to meet goals and implement positive behaviors helping achieve the strategic priorities of an organization. Tune in to this valuable conversation:

    • The challenges of translating learning into action for adults (01:38)
    • The concept of experience design, measuring the impact of training programs, and habit formation  (02:43)
    • The importance of tailoring learning programs to individual learners (07:07)
    • Tips for creating a learning culture within an organization (10:29)
    • Tips for creating a sustainable learning plan and the role of data analytics in measuring the impact of training programs (14:33)
    • The role of diversity and inclusion in corporate learning and tips for creating an inclusive and supportive learning environment (18:33)
    • The role of learning in personal and professional development and thoughts on the future of corporate learning and behavior change (19:33)

    Watch this episode on YouTube

    Visit Envision RISE to learn how our evolutionary platform helps companies create a powerful integration and understanding of the relationship between the organization and the workforce. Envision RISE empowers your people to drive change and innovation through the methods of Organizational Change Management (OCM), Human Resource Management (HRM), and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DE&I). 

    Envision a Better Future
    Follow us on social: LinkedIn, Instagram, Twitter, Facebook
    Contact us for info on RISE or interest in being a podcast guest: [email protected]
    All podcasts produced by Elevate Media Group.

    25 min
  • Applying a Process-Driven Approach to Your People with Brandy Taylor, VP of Services, IpX

    #EnvisionRISE Podcast |  Brandy Taylor, VP of Services, joins us for a crossover episode between sister companies EnvisionRISE and IpX. Brandy demonstrates how the organizational change management mindset is applied beyond products and processes, and how it can help an organization rethink their approach to the lifecycle of present and future employees. They explain how true inclusion and belonging is a byproduct of companies who invest the same amount of energy into their people and into developing equitable practices as they do into building quality products.

    Watch this episode on YouTube.

    Visit Envision RISE to learn how our evolutionary platform helps companies create a powerful integration and understanding of the relationship between the organization and the workforce. Envision RISE empowers your people to drive change and innovation through the methods of Organizational Change Management (OCM), Human Resource Management (HRM), and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DE&I).

    Envision a Better Future
    Follow us on social: LinkedIn, Instagram, Twitter, Facebook
    Contact us for info on RISE or interest in being a podcast guest: [email protected]
    All podcasts produced by Elevate Media Group.

    39 min
  • Igniting Inclusion and Transformation through Storytelling with Stephanie Rogers, Story Jam

    #EnvisionRISE Podcast | Stephanie Rogers, Creative Director at Story Jam, inspires us to write our true personal stories and illustrates how sharing our stories builds bridges between us as humans. She explains that sharing ‘from our scars and not our wounds’ makes us relatable and open to one another while gaining the therapeutic effects from writing. Story Jam provides workshops, training, and programs to teach the art of storytelling for individuals or groups to catalyze change and improve culture.

    Watch this episode onYouTube.

    Listen to a live Story Jam!
    Website: https://www.storyjamshow.com/
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/storyjamshow/
    Twitter and IG @StoryJamShow 

    Visit Envision RISE to learn how our evolutionary platform helps companies create a powerful integration and understanding of the relationship between the organization and the workforce. Envision RISE empowers your people to drive change and innovation through the methods of Organizational Change Management (OCM), Human Resource Management (HRM), and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DE&I).


    Envision a Better Future
    Follow us on social: LinkedIn, Instagram, Twitter, Facebook
    Contact us for info on RISE or interest in being a podcast guest: [email protected]
    All podcasts produced by Elevate Media Group.

    27 min
  • Driving Inclusion and Belonging in Motorsports with Travis Shumake, NHRA Driver

    #EnvisionRISE Podcast | Travis Shumake, NHRA Driver, joins us to share his journey into drag racing as NHRA’s first LBTQ+ out driver. With a family history in racing, Travis shares how following his childhood dream is shifting perspectives on stereotypes inside and outside of motorsports with fans and sponsoring organizations to improve representation.

    Watch this episode on YouTube.

    Follow Travis and his team:
    Instagram travieshu
    Twitter @schumaketravis
    Facebook
    Travisshumake.com

    Visit Envision RISE to learn how our evolutionary platform helps companies create a powerful integration and understanding of the relationship between the organization and the workforce. Envision RISE empowers your people to drive change and innovation through the methods of Organizational Change Management (OCM), Human Resource Management (HRM), and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DE&I).

    Envision a Better Future
    Follow us on social: LinkedIn, Instagram, Twitter, Facebook
    Contact us for info on RISE or interest in being a podcast guest: [email protected]
    All podcasts produced by Elevate Media Group.

    27 min
  • Recovery and the Compassionate Workplace with Britt Carpenter

    #EnvisionRISE Podcast | We are joined this week by Britt Carpenter, the Founder/Director of Philly Unknown, a nonprofit providing support for people experiencing homelessness. Britt shares with us why he decided to leave corporate America to bring awareness to homelessness and substance use disorder by building a community focused on compassion. Britt provides valuable advice on giving prospective employees a chance to meet their potential despite their past, and ways to support their employees who may be experiencing substance use disorder.

    Watch this episode on YouTube. 

    Learn more at the Philly Unknown Website.

    Visit Envision RISE to learn how our evolutionary platform helps companies create a powerful integration and understanding of the relationship between the organization and the workforce. Envision RISE empowers your people to drive change and innovation through the methods of Organizational Change Management (OCM), Human Resource Management (HRM), and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DE&I).

    Envision a Better Future
    Follow us on social: LinkedIn, Instagram, Twitter, Facebook
    Contact us for info on RISE or interest in being a podcast guest: [email protected]
    All podcasts produced by Elevate Media Group.

    21 min
  • Becoming a Sincere Ally with Mark Berrios-Ayala, Author

    #EnvisionRISE Podcast | This week author Mark Berrios-Ayala joins us to discuss his new book “Let’s Get Sincere” where he explores the topic of allyship and marginalized communities, which he redefines as “resilient communities.” We find out what Mark believes are the top 9 traits strong allies possess and insights into small ways we can start supporting communities.

    Watch this episode on YouTube.

    Visit Envision RISE to learn how our evolutionary platform helps companies create a powerful integration and understanding of the relationship between the organization and the workforce. Envision RISE empowers your people to drive change and innovation through the methods of Organizational Change Management (OCM), Human Resource Management (HRM), and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DE&I).

    Envision a Better Future
    Follow us on social: LinkedIn, Instagram, Twitter, Facebook
    Contact us for info on RISE or interest in being a podcast guest: [email protected]
    All podcasts produced by Elevate Media Group.

    18 min
  • Bridging the Unemployment Gap with Community Sponsored Skills Programs with Yecenia Tostado, Project Azul

    #EnvisionRISE Podcast | Yecenia Tostado joins us to share how Project Azul began reducing a gap in the workforce by providing workforce skills training, credentials, and coaching,  transforming careers and lives along the way. 

    Learn more about Project Azul: https://projectazul.org/
    Twitter @ProjectAzul
    IG @projectazulindy
    Facebook https://www.facebook.com/ProjectAzul/
    LinkedIn https://projectazul.org/

    Watch this episode on YouTube.

    Visit Envision RISE to learn how our evolutionary platform helps companies create a powerful integration and understanding of the relationship between the organization and the workforce. Envision RISE empowers your people to drive change and innovation through the methods of Organizational Change Management (OCM), Human Resource Management (HRM), and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DE&I).

    Envision a Better Future
    Follow us on social: LinkedIn, Instagram, Twitter, Facebook
    Contact us for info on RISE or interest in being a podcast guest: [email protected]
    All podcasts produced by Elevate Media Group.

    19 min

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Envision RISE was founded as an evolutionary platform utilizing the methods of Organizational Change Management (OCM), Human Resource Management (HRM), and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion…