Meldon Law & Friends

Meldon Law & Friends

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Meldon Law & Friends episodes

  • Episode 35 – Lee Douglas & Dr. Pete Indelicato
    Today on Meldon Law & Friends, we are joined by Lee Douglas, the Vice President & General Manager for Learfield IMG College, who will tell us about Learfield IMG College, the Florida Gators brand, and the benefits of sports marketing. Our second guest will be Dr. Pete Indelicato, Emeritus Professor of Sports Medicine at the University of Florida who served as the Head Team Physician of the Florida Gators for 35 years.
    1 hr 2 min
  • Episode 34 – David Pope & Erik Zika
    Today on Meldon Law & Friends, we are joined by David Pope with the City of Alachua Chamber of Commerce and Sportsfest, a golf tournament that raises money for the rec center in Alachua and the youth of this growing city. Our second guest is Erik Zika, owner/operator of Original American Kitchen, White Buffalo, and the Range here in Gainesville.
    1 hr 2 min
  • Episode 33 – Ilene Silverman & Harvey Budd
    Today on Meldon Law & Friends, we are joined by Ilene Silverman of Ilene's Gator Store and The Ilene Silverman Show and by Harvey Budd, former Gainesville commissioner and President of Budd Broadcastion Co. Inc.
    We look forward to seeing you LIVE at 1:00 PM ET and encourage your questions for our guests!
    1 hr 2 min
  • Episode 32 – Rachel Cook & Maeghan Bonnaghan and Steve Solomon
    Today on Meldon Law & Friends, our first guests are Rachel Cook, PR & Marketing Manager, and Maeghan Bonnaghan, Youth Services Librarian, from the Alachua County Library District. They will tell us more about Summer with the Library, Battle of the Books, all the library services, and what summer fun is in the store. For the most up-to-date information, visit https://www.aclib.us/.
    Our second guest is Steve Solomon from Leonardo's 706. Steve is a fantastic storyteller and will give us the rundown on the Gainesville food scene, from its inception till now!
    1 hr 2 min
  • Episode 31 – Florida Rising Stars Foundation & Kevin Wells
    Today on Meldon Law & Friends, we are featuring sports!
    Wayne Hogan, the executive director, and Jan Richard, the President & founder, will tell us what the Florida Rising Stars Foundation does, how it came about, and what you can do to help & get involved.
    You can find out more about the Florida Rising Stars Foundation by visiting https://www.floridarisingstarsproject.com/.
    Our second guest is Kevin Wells, Sports Director for WCJB TV20 News.
    We'll be talking about the Meldon Law Scholar Athlete program and, of course, sports! Visit them on their Facebook page, WCJB TV20 News.
    1 hr 4 min
  • Episode 30 – Marcia Conwell & Sherah English and Bob Ganzak
    Today on Meldon Law & Friends, our first guests are Marcia Conwell, the President & CEO of Bread of the Mighty Food Bank, and Sherah English, Agency Relations Director for the Food Bank. The Bread of the Mighty Food Bank is a non-profit food bank that serves Alachua County, Dixie, Gilchrist, Lafayette, and Levy counties. Marcia and Sherah will tell us more about how Bread of the Mighty Food Bank got started, how many people they serve, and how you can get involved and help! Find out more by visiting their website, https://www.breadofthemighty.org/.
    Our second guest is Bob Ganzak, Instructor for the Dale Carnegie course in Gainesville, FL. A new Dale Carnegie course is starting up on May 26th! Bob will be here to answer any questions and tell us more about the 8-week development course that has been taken by presidents and industry leaders for over 60 years. For more information or to sign up, visit https://www.jacksonville.dalecarnegie.com or call Bob at 229-506-1387.
    1 hr 2 min
  • Episode 29 – Stephanie Bailes & Laura Bialeck
    Today on Meldon Law & Friends, our first guest is Stephanie Bailes, President and Executive Director of the Cade Museum for Creativity & Invention. Stephanie has spent 20 years leading teams and initiatives in domestic and international private sector start-ups and more. She pens a bi-weekly State of Innovation column in The Gainesville Sun and will also talk to us about upcoming events, summer programs, and how you can get involved in The Cade!
    Our second guest is Laura Bialeck is the District Community Development Coordinator for Lifesouth Community Blood Center. LifeSouth is the primary supplier of blood donations to our local hospital systems and their need is urgent. The pandemic prevented them from holding many of their community events and blood drives creating an emergency need. Learn how you can get involved and help save lives in our community today!
    1 hr 2 min
  • Episode 28 – Cynthia Thibault & Hiro Leung
    Today on Meldon Law & Friends, we are supporting local community businesses!
    Our first guest is Cynthia Thibault, owner of The Village Jeweler. Cynthia will tell us more about the history of her business and the services they offer.
    Our second guest is Hiro Leung, owner of Dragonfly Sushi & Sake Company. Hiro will tell us more about Dragonfly's mission, the food they serve, and what led to the conception of the restaurant.
    1 hr 2 min
  • Episode 27 – Dr. Cole Dooley & Dr. Thomas Hennessey
    Our first guest today is Dr. Cole Dooley, founder of the Phoebe Louise Dooley Foundation. The Phoebe Louise Dooley Foundation supports research specific to diffuse intrinsic pontine glioma (DIPG), a highly aggressive and difficult to treat brain cancer. The Foundation has a special event coming up in May that Dr. Dooley will tell us more about, and how you can get involved and help! Find out more by visiting their website, https://phoebelouisedooley.org/.
    Our second guest is Dr. Thomas Hennessey, a retired Colonel in the U.S. Army who currently serves as the Commander of the Gainesville Military Order of the Purple Heart. Dr. Hennessey will tell us more about the Military Order of the Purple Heart, their annual charity golf tournament, and we'll tell you how you can nominate a veteran for the Veterans Making A Difference Program! Visit https://www.meldonlaw.com/veterans-making-a-difference-program/ for more information on the Veterans Making A Difference Program.
    1 hr 1 min
  • Episode 25 – Christina Ramos & Paul Donnelly

    Today on Meldon Law & Friends, we are joined first by Christina Ramos, who is the Community Care Advocate for Touching Hearts at Home. Touching Hearts at Home provides non-medical home care services for older adults, seniors, and people with medical conditions and/or disabilities and was founded in St. Paul/Minneapolis, Minnesota, in 1996.

    You can find out more by visting their Facebook page or website, https://www.touchinghearts.com/.


    On the second half of the show, we are joined by Attorney Paul Donnelly. Paul Donnelly focuses on managing a law practice at Donnelly + Gross that provides day-to-day advice and representation on workplace and people management issues. Paul protects small businesses, national corporations, professionals, and highly paid executives. 

    You can find out more about Paul Donnelly and Donnelly + Gross by visiting their Facebook page or website, https://www.donnellygross.com/.

    1 hr 2 min

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Dive into the heart of North Central Florida with the "Meldon Law & Friends Podcast," – a dynamic show featuring engaging conversations with guests from diverse backgrounds across our vibrant community. Join us as we explore various topics, from legal insights and community issues to inspiring stories that make our region unique.