UTG at Work Innovation Podcast

In this episode, Mary interviews three wonderful men who are Legatus members and who support the Archdiocese of Detroit's Mass for Commerce.

Msgr. Charles Kosanke, Bob Pliska, and Anthony Tomey reflect on the value of living your faith at work from a theological and practical perspective. Their strong faith and their wisdom make for a very engaging podcast.

Karen Ervin grew up in a large Catholic family, learning the value of relationship and the gift of faith. She has dedicated her professional life to the formation of children, working in both secondary and elementary schools for the past 25 years as a teacher, counselor and administrator. Answering the deepest desire of her heart, Karen was consecrated for the Archdiocese of Detroit as a virgin living in the world in 2017. She currently serves as the principal at Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish School in Plymouth, Michigan, and seeks to witness to the Gospel with her life.

Dan Weingartz is the CEO of W&P Management, a group of family businesses in the outdoor power equipment and power sports industries.  He is the sixth of seven children of Ray and Marie Weingartz and is a partner with three of his siblings in the businesses that were started by his grandfather.  He has worked in the business since age 13 (taking a few years off for college) and has worked in most areas of the operation at one time or another.  Dan is a graduate of Central Michigan University.  He has been married to his wife, Kris, for 26 years and they have 21- and 23-year-old daughters and 18-and 20-year-old sons.  He is an active member of St. Lawrence Catholic Church in Utica, the Knights of Columbus, and Legatus.  He currently serves on the Boards of International Samaritan, Youth Vision Solutions, AOD Catholic Schools Council, and Austin Catholic High School. 

In this episode, Mary interviews Kevin Lowry. Kevin is Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer for RevLocal, a digital marketing company based in Columbus, Ohio. He also serves on the boards of Our Sunday Visitor, The Coming Home Network International, and is President of St. Gabriel Catholic Radio. Kevin is Past President of the Columbus chapter of Legatus.  

Kevin is the author of How God Hauled Me Kicking and Screaming Into the Catholic Church and Faith at Work: Finding Purpose Beyond the Paycheck, along with chapters of several other books including Surprised by Truth 2 and Special Children, Blessed Fathers. He has written countless articles and is a frequent speaker for Catholic and secular groups. Kevin and his super-cute wife live in Columbus, Ohio and have eight children and seven grandchildren – so far! 

Christine Schicker, Regional Marketing Manager, joined EWTN for the second time in 2014. She was originally hired by Mother Angelica in 1998 and worked in the Programming Department. Christine has worked for a number of cable companies including Nickelodeon, Nick at Nite, VH1 and Comcast. For the past 14 years, she has worked for Catholic organizations including Relevant Radio, Steve Wood's Family Life Center International and the Catholic Marketing Agency, The Maximus Group. Most recently, Christine was the General Manager of Baraga Broadcasting, a network of Catholic radio stations in northern Michigan. In her position, Christine is responsible for expanding EWTN's distribution, coordinating volunteer activities of EWTN Media Missionaries, and managing relationships with dioceses and media affiliates carrying EWTN in the North Central Region of the United States. Christine has a Bachelor's Degree in Broadcasting and Business. She attends The Church of the Resurrection in Lansing, Michigan.

In this episode, Mary interviews Al Carter. Al worked for the Detroit Police Department, the Clawson Police Department, and also the Royal Oak Police Department. His grandfather was a Lieutenant for the Detroit Police Department, his father was a Detroit Police Officer, and his oldest son is a fourth-generation police officer in the family. Al shares his story of how he lived his faith during his career in law enforcement.

In this podcast, Mary interviews Brian Magliocco from Captivate Exhibits. Brian is the Director of Culture at Captivate and a life-long practicing Catholic.  Captivate Exhibits is a Christian run exhibit house who designs and builds custom trade show displays but leads with culture first in all they do.  Prior to working at Captivate Exhibits Brian was a Youth Minister for 10 years.  He is also the outgoing Executive Director for an evangelistic Catholic ministry called Arise MKE.  Brian resides in a suburb of Milwaukee, WI with his beautiful wife Melissa and his 5 kids, Dominic, Maddie, Gianna, Sophia and Leo.

Fr. Stephen Pullis has served as a full-time faculty member and the Director of External Formation at Sacred Heart Major Seminary since July 1, 2021. Prior to this role, he served as the Director for Evangelization and Missionary Discipleship within the Archdiocesan of Detroit Curia.

He has also served as the Chaplain of UTG at Work since its launch in July of 2023.

Fr. Pullis is a personable, energetic, and well-liked priest who lives has helped countless people over his years as a priest and teacher.

In this episode of the UTG at Work Innovation Podcast, Mary interviews Vanessa Denha Garmo.

Vanessa is a well-known radio host, communications strategist, content creator and coach with a Bachelor’s degree in journalism, Master’s degree in communications and is trained and certified in both leadership and life coaching.

Vanessa is a keynote speaker, facilitator, and workshop presenter. She speaks on communications and leadership, team building, strengths and talents, media awareness, career development, self-awareness, and having “Epiphany Moments.”

In this episode of the UTG at Work Innovation Podcast, Mary interviews Bishop Gerard Battersby. Bishop Battersby is a popular Bishop in the Archdiocese of Detroit who is well known for his spirituality, his wisdom, his intellect, and his endless love for Jesus Christ. His advice to our listening audience is humble and genuine.