In this episode you will learn: The meaning of digital supply chain transformation How technology is disrupting the supply chain industry Supply chain risks and how to mitigate those risks with IoT technology The importance of data collection and using it to your advantage Keys to creating an exceptional customer experience Using technology to have a competitive edge in your career And lots more…...
Jan 15, 2020•37 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode you will learn: To be aware of the misleading information that you can find on the internet How our daily habits impact our overall health The impact of meal timing The importance of incorporating movement in your daily office-work life Gut health and the impact it can have on your whole body Don’t be afraid to be ‘selfish’ – Take care of yourself And lots more…...
Jan 08, 2020•35 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode you will learn: What it means to serve in the police force as an African American – Perspective What you can expect from choosing a law enforcement career path How technology changed the transparency/credibility of law enforcement What it takes to build trust within the community as a police officer The importance of respect and man-to-man relationships And lots more…
Dec 11, 2019•59 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of HACKED we speak with 17-year-old aspiring Aerospace Engineer and founder of F.E.M.A.L.E Academy (Facility of Engineering Mentorship Advancing Leadership Equality) Danielle Kain. She found her passion for aerospace at a very young age, and she is using one of her personal experiences to remind women that they can do whatever they put their mind to, specifically when it comes to work in a predominantly male dominated industry like Engineering.She emphasizes that you don’t have t...
Dec 03, 2019•40 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of HACKED we had the great privilege of talking with Dr. Art McCoy, Superintendent of Jennings School District, nationally recognized education consultant, and author. His story is very unconventional, but very motivating. He began his career at only 19 years old, reportedly as the youngest certified teacher in the State of Missouri, as a high school math teacher. In 2016, he became Superintendent of Jennings School District, which has achieved 100% graduation, career, and colleg...
Nov 26, 2019•53 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this Episode of HACKED we chat with Tamiko Armstead, President of Cardinal Ritter College Preparatory High School, an elite Catholic high school serving the community since 1979. She is not your traditional educator, in fact, she started off her career working for Edward Jones right after pursuing her undergraduate degree in political science. She spent 20 years working for Edward Jones before becoming the president of Cardinal Ritter Preparatory High School in 2014. She went from providing a...
Nov 20, 2019•34 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of HACKED we have the pleasure of hearing from the creator of the podcast, Robert Steward. He is not only the creator of The HACKED podcast, but he is also the founder and CEO of End2End Solutions and a motivational speaker. In this episode Robert explains how HACKED is growing, and how it will evolve entering the new year. He also goes over the last 38 episodes released, in which we have seen CEO’s, Visionaries, Rising Stars, and some really amazing leaders who have overcome adv...
Nov 13, 2019•14 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of HACKED we speak with Samantha Stangl, program manager at the Clark Foundation which supports the growth and prosperity of the St. Louis metropolitan region through research, program development and investments in PK-12, higher education, public health, immigration, social justice and racial equity, community leadership, and entrepreneurship. Samantha is a Bachelor graduate in Social Work from the University of Iowa and a Master graduate in Social Work from the Washington Unive...
Nov 05, 2019•48 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of HACKED we speak with Benjamin Akande, who is a Nigerian native and a brilliant mind who later migrated to the United States and served the community in a range of different ways. He is currently the Assistant Vice Chancellor of International Programs-Africa, Director of the Africa Initiative, and Associate Director of the Global Health Center at Washington University in St. Louis.Akande is also a respected economist, scholar and global consultant to Fortune 500 companies and h...
Oct 30, 2019•34 min•Transcript available on Metacast Sidney Keys III, 13 year old rising entrepreneur, decided to take his love for reading to the next level and create Books n Bros Reading Club at the young age of 10! Having multiple meet ups with different boys, ages 7-13 years old, he is paving the way for change. Books n Bros is not only encouraging literacy within Black Culture & African American Literature, but also Entrepreneurship, Financial Literacy and Endless Possibilities! In this episode you will learn: Tips to starting your own busin...
Oct 23, 2019•28 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of HACKED we speak with 6x GRAMMY Award Winning Singer, Songwriter, Producer, and Author, BeBe Winans, along with Gospel Group, Korean Soul. BeBe Winans, the six-time Grammy Award winner, is best known as an inspirational, R&B, and popular vocalist/songwriter, who along with his musical partner and sister CeCe Winans are the first true Christian crossover artists to hit the mainstream. After 10 years working behind the scenes on projects such as serving as a former Executive Musi...
Oct 17, 2019•29 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of HACKED we speak with Dave Rogers and Michael Clair of Back2Life, Inc. Back2Life, Inc is on a mission to help Veterans who are suffering from the impact of brain injuries and post traumatic stress disorder. In this episode you will learn: What it takes to be a Navy Seal Everyday ways to build mental toughness The importance of mental health Tips for overcoming struggles, challenges and obstacles How to help others dealing with traumatic experiences Hacks to working through diff...
Oct 09, 2019•1 hr 20 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of HACKED we speak with Randy Raw VP of Information Security at Veterans United Home Loans. Randy Raw is Director of Information Security, serving as the Information Security Officer at Veterans United Home Loans in Columbia, Missouri. He has 25 years of experience in both public entities and private industry, having built three Information Security programs from the ground up. He is a proponent of risk-based, layered security measures that utilize both preventative and detective...
Oct 02, 2019•38 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of HACKED we talk to William Wells, Founder and Executive Director of aSTEAM Village. aSTEAM Village is a 501(c)3 organization that focuses on engaging students, families, and educators in science, technology, engineering, arts and math (STEAM) pathways to facilitate career and education readiness for participation in the 21st Century economy of today and tomorrow. In this episode you will learn: Why creativity is your best asset Hacks to tapping into your creativity to solve any...
Sep 25, 2019•32 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of HACKED we talk about how to go from intern to CEO with Chris Colbert. Chris Colbert, is the CEO of DCP Entertainment. Colbert found his calling more than a decade ago as an intern with Sirius Satellite Radio (now SiriusXM Radio). At just 21 years old, and while earning his degree from Seton Hall University, Colbert helped to create Oscar and Grammy award winner Jamie Foxx’s comedy and music channel, “The Foxxhole.” Colbert has worked with Jamie Foxx, Touré, James Andrew Miller...
Sep 18, 2019•39 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of HACKED we talk about how to turn your idea into a thriving business. From inventing the FURminator deshedding tool for pets to a revolutionary style of sunglasses called Popticals that fold up for easy storage and access, David Porter knows a thing or two about building multimillion dollar enterprises from scratch. In this episode you will learn: Simple, effective steps to bring your idea to life and make a business out of it How to market products in a more profitable way, no...
Sep 11, 2019•33 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of HACKED we talk about how to make an unforgettable first impression. I'm sure you've heard the saying "You only have one chance to make a great first impression". Well today's guests will share his hacks to ensure you are memorable. Ben Lawler, is Managing Partner and Professional Clothier at Tom James. In this episode you will learn: The true definition of entrepreneurship How to be a team player The keys to stepping outside your comfort zone for maximum growth How to infuse t...
Sep 04, 2019•26 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of HACKED we talk about career and success hacks with Charlotte Ijei, EdD. Charlotte Ijei, EdD, is director of pupil personnel & diversity for the Parkway School District. Her passion for moving the district toward educational equity has been both personal and professional. In this episode you will learn: Keys to being a change agent in any field The importance of lawyers in the pursuit of justice How the legal field has evolved over time How to give back and play an active role ...
Aug 28, 2019•40 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of HACKED we talk about career and success hacks with Prosecuting Attorney Wesley Bell. Wesley Bell is a St. Louis area attorney, former public defender, former municipal judge, former municipal prosecutor and former city council member for Ferguson, Missouri. Currently Bell holds the office of Prosecuting Attorney for St. Louis County, Missouri. In a major upset, he soundly defeated long-time yet controversial county prosecutor Bob McCulloch in the July 2018 Democratic primary e...
Aug 22, 2019•42 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of HACKED we talk about career and success hacks with USA Olympian, Jackie Joyner-Kersee. Jackie Joyner-Kersee is an American retired track and field athlete, ranked among the all-time greatest athletes in the heptathlon as well as long jump. She won three gold, one silver, and two bronze Olympic medals, in those two events at four different Olympic Games. Sports Illustrated Magazine voted Joyner-Kersee the Greatest Female Athlete of All-Time. She is on the Board of Directors for...
Aug 08, 2019•36 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of Hacked we talk about career and success hacks with Sylvia Acevedo. Lifelong Girl Scout, STEM champ, and advocate for girls and youth education, Sylvia Acevedo was appointed CEO of Girl Scouts of the USA (GSUSA) in May, 2017. She assumed this notable position after having served as a member of the Board of Directors from 2009 to 2016 as an officer and member of its Executive Committee. Growing up in rural New Mexico, Girl Scouts nourished a love for math and science in Sylvia t...
Aug 02, 2019•44 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of Hacked we talk about career and life hacks with Curtis Francois. Curtis Francois is the Owner & CEO of Gateway Motorsports Park. In this episode you will learn: How to turn hobbies and passions into lucrative careers Ways to identify the failures of those before you to initiate positive change Learn how to assess risk before establishing a concrete plan Find out ways to deal with skeptics and overcome doubt Understand how the art of focus and concentration breeds entrepreneuri...
Jul 26, 2019•36 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of Hacked we talk about networking hacks with Alex Demczak. Alex Demczak is a former SEC quarterback for the Missouri Tigers. Alex graduated with a degree in Communication and a minor in Business. Alex is an inspiring communicator, facilitator and trainer who challenges businesses, schools, sports teams, and non-profits to maximize their potential and make a difference. Alex is the author of Thrive U. The inspirational book is a collection of stories from 100 collegiate and profe...
Jul 15, 2019•40 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of Hacked we talk about networking hacks with Jeff Perkins. Jeff Perkins is the CMO of Parkmobile, the creator of an amazing app that lets you pay for parking on your mobile device. No more annoying meters. Just pay on your phone. If you don't have it, go download it right now! The company is already in nine of the top ten cities in the US and growing fast. Prior to Parkmobile, Jeff Perkins the CMO at QASymphony during a time of explosive growth as the company went from a scrappy...
Jul 04, 2019•38 min•Transcript available on Metacast Andrew Jesse is an e xperienced Program Coordinator with a demonstrated history of working in the higher education industry. Skilled in Instructional Design, Curriculum Development, Public Speaking, Management, and Program Coordination. Strong community and social services professional with a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) focused in Workforce Development and Training from Southern Illinois University, Carbondale. In this episode you will learn: Find out various alternative education options and cer...
Jun 26, 2019•34 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of Hacked we talk about career hacks with Amit Kothari. Amit Kothari is the CEO of Tallyfy, an innovative software solution that lets anyone (especially non-techies) create and run custom approvals and workflows in their team. In this episode you will hear: Key Takeaways: Learn helpful tips on how to network and use it to your advantage Learn how to bridge the gap between your skill set and what you are passionate about Understanding the basics of "inbound" hiring and how that af...
Jun 19, 2019•58 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode you will hear all about cybersecurity with Ladi Adefala, Evan Engelage, and Brandon Johnson In this episode you will learn: Learn what cybersecurity means on a national, corporate, and personal level Tips on how to immediately secure your data from possible breeches Uncovering the consequences of careless posting on social media outlets Learn the in-depth psychology behind target cyber attacks Find out how to prepare for the future of cyber attacks and data breeches Learn the imp...
Jun 11, 2019•58 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode you will hear from John Rosenthall, the President of the Tougaloo College Research and Development Foundation. In this episode you will learn: How to overcome cultural and situational obstacles when it comes to your education and career How to incorporate the spirit of your role models into your everyday life Understand how to cope with drastic changes of a new environment Understanding the goals of those you work with and for to better yourself Learn how to find a balance betwee...
Jun 05, 2019•36 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode you will hear from Roy Paul. Roy Paul is the Executive Director of Cents Ability and has years of experience in the non-profit, political and private sectors. At the age of 19, he became the youngest African-American elected to office in New York State, serving 5 years on a School Board. Prior to Cents Ability, he served as the head of Government Relations and Outreach for the Jamel Robinson Child Welfare Reform Initiative. Roy received his bachelor's degree from Queens College, ...
May 29, 2019•44 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode you will hear from two-time WNBA Champion Yolanda Moore. Yolanda Moore is CEO of Yolanda Moore Global, a career and personal development consulting and training firm. Her relentless will to have a life outside of the farm she grew up on in Mississippi is what propelled her to become a two-time WNBA Champion and head women's college basketball coach at the JUCO, Division I & II levels. In her coaching career, Yolanda has taken two teams from last place in their conferences to conf...
May 23, 2019•48 min•Transcript available on Metacast 
