Next Up Podcast

Alison Carnegie and Marlon Gordon discuss the importance of self-care, prioritizing oneself, and finding motivation in fitness. Alison shares her journey from college to joining the military and working in lab sciences, eventually transitioning to clinical lab advising and consulting in the field of oncology.

Pastor Mark Quattrochi and Marlon engage in a conversation that explores Pastor Mark Q's journey as an innovative leader. They highlight the unconventional approach taken by Pastor Mark Q and emphasize the overarching theme of community building and leadership development.

Join host Marlon Gordon and guests Shaun Sawko and Melissa DeAngelo from Fairfax, along with Harry Catalano from Amtab, for an insightful chat about the importance of school environments and leadership.

Roy Pistone is the Director of Food and Nutrition Services at Citus County Schools, he's a friend, and he's a mentor to Marlon. For quite some time he's been encouraging Marlon to share his story of entrepreneurship to give people a glimpse of what he went through to build NxtGen Network and to encourage others that tasks that seem impossible can actually be possible. This episode is guest-hosted by Roy where he dives into the story behind the man who founded NxtGen Network. An influential creative marketing agency that serves those inside and outside of foodservice.

On this episode of the NextUp Podcast, Marlon is joined by Katie Bambacht, Vice President of Nutrition Affairs at the National Dairy Council; Brittany Jointer, Child Nutrition Director at Wayne Township; and Sheri Shipp, Youth Wellness Manager at the American Dairy Association, Indiana.

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The moment Food and Nutrition Service departments across the country have been waiting for is here. The USDA just released the new food and nutrition standards! These guidelines are meant to enhance the way children eat at school, ensuring they receive healthier and more nutritious meals than ever before. But that's not all Administrator Long and Marlon spoke about. They spoke about innovative farm to school programs across the country, how the USDA is collaborating with industry members, awarding and recognizing the unsung heroes of school Nutrition, and more.

Join Marlon and Laisha Daley as they explore the concept that nothing in our careers or personal development is ever wasted. Prepare to be inspired by stories of growth, faith, courage, and the power of stepping beyond one's comfort zone. They discuss how each experience, no matter its scale or difficulty, contributes to our overall growth and development.

Catch up with Marlon and Frank Samuelson from Butterball on their conversation as they discuss the importance of relationship-building in sales and the undervalued expertise of food service professionals. Frank shares Butterball's role in K-12 nutrition, emphasizing their commitment to nutritious meals, support for family farmers, and a balanced approach to meal planning.

This conversation explores the journey of a police officer and the impact of childhood experiences like growing up in a military household and living in different countries. Noel shares shares about his time working as a reserve officer and transitioning to full-time law enforcement reflects on the calling to serve as a police officer and shares a defining moment of saving a life on the job. In this conversation, the Noel discusses the importance of communication, recognizing and responding to mental health issues, knowing when to retire, and the role of fitness in decompressing. Marlon and Noel also compares different workout programs such as CrossFit, F45, and Orange Theory, and emphasizes the importance of having a personal outlet for stress relief. Noel also shares his transition to entrepreneurship and the creation of his clothing brand, Unsung, which aims to recognize the unsung heroes of law enforcement. He concludes by highlighting the importance of trusting your instincts in critical situations.