The We R Randolph-Sheppard Podcast is a monthly presentation co-hosted by nationally recognized experts and advocates Nicky Gacos and Terry Smith. Sponsored in part by the National Association of Blind Merchants, the podcast will focus on past, current, and future issues impacting the Randolph-Sheppard Program and blind entrepreneurs. Nicky and Terry will lead discussions on important topics and invite nationally acclaimed guests to share their perspectives. The ultimate goal is to promote blind entrepreneurship.
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In this episode, Terry and Nicky meet 3 special friends at Nicky’s Bar & Grill and talk about what the future holds for blind entrepreneurship in this country.
Nicky and Terry continue to explore the nominee concept with special guests Ray Hopkins and Jimmy Cunningham. Listeners will hear the perspective of Virginia’s former agency director and current Committee Chair.
Could nominee agencies be the key to the future of Randolph Sheppard? This month Nicky and Terry explore the advantages of contracting out the day-to-day management of a state business enterprises program. They welcome special guest Chant Connock, the head of the Virginia nominee.
In this month’s episode, Nicky and Terri explore the inflationary pressures and supply chain issues that blind entrepreneurs are experiencing. They welcome special guest Reed Barton from Sodexo to share his insights on these important topics. You may also learn some things about the two hosts that you probably did not know.
In Episode #5, Terry and Nicky discuss legal issues surrounding the Randolph Sheppard Program. They welcome renowned attorney Andy Freeman as their special guest.
In Episode 4 Terry and Nicky talk about their experiences and bring you interviews from the 2022 National Automated Merchandising Association in Chicago.