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JCI USA EmpowerCAST

JCI USA EmpowerCAST

By JCI USA

This is the official podcast of JCI USA! We will provide educational and development opportunities to expand your knowledge and provide insights into topics that affect YOU, our members. Our guests have extensive knowledge of their area of expertise and will share tips and tricks for success. If there is a topic that you would like to see addressed on EmpowerCAST, please reach out to Membership Development Director Danielle at dfields@jciusa.org.
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Episode 5: Passport to Civic Leadership

JCI USA EmpowerCASTFeb 18, 2019

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EMPOWERcast 2021 - Episode 4 Brian Freeman

EMPOWERcast 2021 - Episode 4 Brian Freeman

Brian Freeman is a best-selling author of psychological thrillers that have been sold in 46 countries in 22 languages. His novel THE DEEP, DEEP SNOW was a finalist for the Edgar Award for Best Paperback Original.  He has also been named by Putnam and the Robert Ludlum estate as the official author to continue Ludlum’s famous Jason Bourne franchise. Brian’s first Bourne novel THE BOURNE EVOLUTION was named one of the Best Mysteries and Thrillers of 2020 by Kirkus.  Join us as we learn about his writing process, how he got his start, and so much more during this episode.

Mar 16, 202131:54
EMPOWERcast 2021 - Episode 3: Elec Simon

EMPOWERcast 2021 - Episode 3: Elec Simon

Elec Simon is a motivational musician and entertainer.  He has performed with New York City Off-Broadway show STOMP and most recently in the new hit movie Judas and the Black Messiah.  He is an event emcee and host and leads anti-bullying school assemblies across the nation.  Join us as we delve in to how 2020 affected his career and how his perspective and worldview helped him endure it.  His story is about humility and the drive to keep going no matter what.

Instagram: @elecsimon     Facebook: EWAYNE10

Feb 24, 202129:23
EmpowerCAST 2021 - Episode 2: Changes in Healthcare as a Result of Covid-19

EmpowerCAST 2021 - Episode 2: Changes in Healthcare as a Result of Covid-19

Join us as we discuss the some impacts that Covid-19 has had on healthcare from Registered Nurse Maria Nucum and Vice President of Operations for the Gulf Coast Blood Center Theresa Pina.

Feb 02, 202131:13
EmpowerCAST 2021 - Episode 1: Adjusting Expectations

EmpowerCAST 2021 - Episode 1: Adjusting Expectations

On this episode,  2021 JCI USA Chaplain Neil Hanes joins to discuss adjusting expectations in the midst of chaotic times.

Jan 25, 202129:39
Social Media- Engaging GenZ

Social Media- Engaging GenZ

Program Manager Lee Snow over Digital Innovations talks about Social Media and TikTok during our Empowerment Summit! 

Oct 20, 202030:44
JCI USA offers you the Opportunity of JCI World Congress

JCI USA offers you the Opportunity of JCI World Congress

Register TODAY and find information for World Congress at https://juniorchamber.international/2020-jci-world-congress/

Oct 20, 202013:41
2020 Episode 7- Collaboration With JCI Canada and Opportunities within JCI!

2020 Episode 7- Collaboration With JCI Canada and Opportunities within JCI!

Looking for future opportunities within JCI?  This is your episode!  On this SPECIAL episode, we collaborated with JCI Canada's NVP Sue Solymosi and JCI IVP assigned to USA and Canada Shenella Govia to discuss opportunities and growth within the organization!  

Jul 01, 202037:14
2020 Episode 6 with 2020 Wyoming Jaycees State President Lacey Hammett and Sheridan Jaycees President Jenny Epperson

2020 Episode 6 with 2020 Wyoming Jaycees State President Lacey Hammett and Sheridan Jaycees President Jenny Epperson

Join us this week to hear how to stay connected to members during the COVID-19 pandemic, along with hearing about convention memories and what they mean to us.

Apr 14, 202030:42
2020 Episode 5 with 2019 JCI USA President Tricia Buehne and 2019 COS Rhonda Cortez

2020 Episode 5 with 2019 JCI USA President Tricia Buehne and 2019 COS Rhonda Cortez

Join Ross, Tricia, and Rhonda as we discuss positive things to ease your mind and some self-care tips during this difficult time.

Mar 24, 202039:56
EmpowerCAST joins Leadership LIVE!

EmpowerCAST joins Leadership LIVE!

NVP Miranda and NVP Trey issue NP Justin a challenge

Mar 19, 202045:27
EmpowerCAST joins Leadership LIVE!

EmpowerCAST joins Leadership LIVE!

Join us for Episode 10 of Leadership Live with National President Justin and Chief of Staff Krista Shafer #JCIUSA100 #Vision2020 #JCIempowersme

Mar 12, 202037:06
2020 Episode 4 with JCI USA NVP Miranda Williams

2020 Episode 4 with JCI USA NVP Miranda Williams

National Vice President of Marketing and Communications Miranda Williams shares Marketing best practices and how to communicate in your community.
Mar 10, 202030:58
2020 Episode 3 with MDD Ross: Reflection on a Conference Attended

2020 Episode 3 with MDD Ross: Reflection on a Conference Attended

MDD Ross shares his experience from a conference he attended last week and provides some recommendations on how we can be more relevant as members, along with growing our membership and events in our chapters.
Mar 03, 202011:59
EmpowerCAST joins Leadership LIVE!

EmpowerCAST joins Leadership LIVE!

Join us at 7PM CST for Episode 9 of Leadership Live with NVP Joyce Andes-David #JCIUSA100 #vision2020 #JCIempowersme

Feb 28, 202057:19
2020 Episode 2 with Chief of Staff Krista Shafer

2020 Episode 2 with Chief of Staff Krista Shafer

Join Chief of Staff Krista Shafer as she discusses Membership recruitment strategies along with involving our members in their best Jaycees experience.
Feb 25, 202025:27
EmpowerCAST joins Leadership LIVE!

EmpowerCAST joins Leadership LIVE!

Join us for Episode 8 of Leadership Live with Leadership Development Director Heather Danley #jciusa100 #vision2020 #jciempowersme

Feb 21, 202037:05
2020 Episode 1 with JCI USA President Justin Wutzke

2020 Episode 1 with JCI USA President Justin Wutzke

Hear from 100th JCI USA President Justin Wutzke discussing his kickoff to 2020, along with ways to empower our members and upcoming events. #JCIUSA100
Feb 18, 202028:59
EmpowerCAST joins Leadership LIVE!

EmpowerCAST joins Leadership LIVE!

Join NVP Miranda Williams, CDD Emily Nock and Year 2&3 Admin Steve Fappas as we discuss plans and strategies for building Strong Chapters! #jciusa100 #vision2020

Feb 14, 202039:53
EmpowerCAST joins Leadership LIVE!

EmpowerCAST joins Leadership LIVE!

On this episode of EmpowerCAST meets Leadership LIVE! NVP Miranda sits with Membership Director Ross Ratliff. Tonight, we will be discussing the benefits of your JCI USA membership.

Feb 07, 202038:40
EmpowerCAST joins Leadership LIVE!

EmpowerCAST joins Leadership LIVE!

EmpowerCAST joins Leadership LIVE! with NVP Anna Price

Jan 31, 202028:03
EmpowerCAST joins Leadership LIVE!

EmpowerCAST joins Leadership LIVE!

On this episode of Empowercast joins Leadership LIVE! NVP Danielle Fields talks with our Nothing But Nets partners 

Jan 23, 202026:49
EmpowerCAST joins Leadership LIVE!

EmpowerCAST joins Leadership LIVE!

JCI USA's 100th Anniversary Edition of Leadership Live with Past President Jennifer Ray!

Jan 21, 202032:02
EmpowerCAST joins Leadership LIVE! Episode 2
Jan 16, 202038:34
EmpowerCAST joins Leadership LIVE! Episode 1
Jan 09, 202041:10
Empowerment

Empowerment

2020 Membership Development Director Ross Ratliff and Metro Director Neil Fitzgerald sit down with 2019 MDD Emily to discuss Empowerment in JCI and what it means to them.

Dec 13, 201916:21
Who's Ready for the Races???

Who's Ready for the Races???

LDD Brent and MDD Emily discuss our upcoming incentive, The Greatest Horse Race Ever!!!

Oct 28, 201907:37
Chapter Project Spotlight: JCI Santa Clarita's 40 under 40

Chapter Project Spotlight: JCI Santa Clarita's 40 under 40

This week on Howl Time we sit down with JCI Santa Clarita VP of Government & External Affairs Chelsea Orsechowski, Director of Video Marketing Koren Young, and Director of Social Media Marketing Daniela Echaiz to talk about an upcoming project that both helps to build their chapter as well as to highlight the amazing things that other young leaders in their community are accomplishing.  For more information on this year's event, visit https://www.facebook.com/SCV40UnderForty/. 

Oct 15, 201920:35
Making the Most of National Officer Visits

Making the Most of National Officer Visits

One of the great resources of our organization is our national officers. States can request any member of the National Exec Team to come out and offer assistance. This week on Howl Time, we sit down with NVP Elect Anna Price and ADC Commissioner Neil Fitzgerald to discuss how to make the most of those visits.
Sep 30, 201917:44
Candidate Series Part 7: Jackie Quasius

Candidate Series Part 7: Jackie Quasius

This week we finish up our NVP Candidates with Jackie Quasius of the Wisconsin Jaycees.

Sep 24, 201918:28
Candidates Series Part 6: Miranda Williams

Candidates Series Part 6: Miranda Williams

This week we continue our candidates series with National Vice President candidate Miranda Williams of the Mississippi Jaycees.
Sep 17, 201918:55
Candidate Series Part 5: Anna Price

Candidate Series Part 5: Anna Price

This week we continue our candidates series with National Vice Presidential Candidate Anna Price of the North Carolina Jaycees.

Sep 09, 201916:04
Episode 31: Candidates Series Part 4: Joyce Andes-David

Episode 31: Candidates Series Part 4: Joyce Andes-David

This week we continue our Candidates Series with National Vice President Candidate Joyce Andes-David of the New Jersey Jaycees.

Sep 03, 201917:56
Episode 30: Candidate Series Part 3: Trey Jenkins

Episode 30: Candidate Series Part 3: Trey Jenkins

In Part 3 of our NVP Candidate Series, we sit down with Trey Jenkins of the South Carolina Jaycees to discuss his plans if elected in September.

Aug 26, 201913:07
NVP Candidates Series Part 2: Danielle Fields

NVP Candidates Series Part 2: Danielle Fields

This week we continue our Candidates Series with NVP Candidate and Georgia Jaycees SP Danielle Fields.

Aug 19, 201919:10
JCI USA Candidates Series Part 1: Margo Dirkson

JCI USA Candidates Series Part 1: Margo Dirkson

This week we kick off getting to know our 2020 NVP Candidates and their plans for our membership with Margo Dirkson of the Tennessee Jaycees.

Aug 12, 201914:38
Impact and Annual Meeting with NVP Amie Klouse

Impact and Annual Meeting with NVP Amie Klouse

This week we sit down with National Vice President of Impact Amie Klouse to discuss her area of opportunity as well as the upcoming convention in Texas.  She also shares with us some tips on helping your members to get there.

Aug 05, 201916:14
JCI USA Senate Liaison Rob Ray

JCI USA Senate Liaison Rob Ray

On this week's episode, we sit down with JCI USA Senate Liaison Rob Ray to discuss what the JCI Senate is and how they can be of help to your members.

Jul 29, 201909:50
JCI's International Impact

JCI's International Impact

Being apart of JCI allows us the opportunity to work with like minded individuals and to experience a multitude of cultures from across the globe.  Recently, our own DNP Justin Wutzke and Canada EVP Stefan Cherwoniak attended the JCI Academy in Karuizawa Japan, alongside delegates from over 80 different countries.  This week, we sit down with them both to discuss this experience and the impact created not just on their Jaycee careers, but on their personal and professional lives as well.

Jul 22, 201920:40
Celebration of the Century

Celebration of the Century

This week we sit down with our 95th Past National President Jennifer Ray to discuss the Celebration of the Century and the importance of our organization's history

Jul 15, 201914:53
Episode 23: Recruitment Tips from Jaycee Rush Week

Episode 23: Recruitment Tips from Jaycee Rush Week

Did you miss out on all the great recruitment tips from Jaycee Rush Week?  Well no worries, because on this episode of Howl Time, we've put all the Rush Week tips together for you in one place!

Jun 28, 201917:24
Episode 22: Overcoming Obstacles

Episode 22: Overcoming Obstacles

When facing obstacles in your chapter, members can very easily get discouraged and feel like there is no light at the end of the tunnel. On this week's episode of Howl Time, we sit down with Jason Rhodes, past president of the Salisbury Jaycees, and discuss a dark time his chapter went through and how they overcame those obstacles.

Jun 18, 201915:13
Peace is Possible

Peace is Possible

Being a member of JCI USA means having access to our national programs and partnerships, which can help your chapter to engage its members while also making an impact in your community.  This week we sit down with PM Ashlea Elliott to discuss the Peace is Possible program.

Jun 10, 201920:31
HOBY w/PM Nathan Uloth

HOBY w/PM Nathan Uloth

Learn about our HOBY partnership with PM Nathan Ultoh from the Texas Jaycees.

Jun 03, 201913:55
NVP of Partnerships Chris Demmer

NVP of Partnerships Chris Demmer

This week we sit down with NVP Chris Demmer to discuss his role in overseeing partnerships with JCI USA.

May 27, 201919:31
Finding Your Tribe: The Tale of WestCalissippiland

Finding Your Tribe: The Tale of WestCalissippiland

We all have tales of the friendships we've formed in the Jaycees and how finding our tribe has helped us to succeed.  This week, we sit down with some of the members of WestCalissippiland to discuss what the Jaycees did for them.

May 20, 201920:42
Leadership Fellows with Jenal Brant and Anna Versalle

Leadership Fellows with Jenal Brant and Anna Versalle

This week we sit down with Anna Versalle and Jenal Brant, inaugural members of the Leadership Fellows to discuss the program and it's benefits.

May 13, 201919:57
UNICEF Program Manager Terry Bartley

UNICEF Program Manager Terry Bartley

One of the ways that JCI USA seeks to help our chapters is by forming national partnerships with organizations who's goals align with ours.  This allows our members access to many additional tools and resources.  This week we sit down with PM Terry to discuss our partnership with UNICEF.

May 06, 201920:50
Civic Leadership Certification

Civic Leadership Certification

This week we sit down with Program Manager Kaylee Wilke and NVP of Chapter Relations Krista Shafer to discuss the CLC Program and how it can benefit you.

Apr 29, 201920:29
Episode 14: It's All About the Members: Knox County Jaycees, A Chapter Success Story

Episode 14: It's All About the Members: Knox County Jaycees, A Chapter Success Story

This week we sit down with Hannah Polly, Calie Terry, and Colby Webb, some of the founding members of the TN Knox County Jaycees.  By focusing on the members, they have maintained chapter excitement and kept on a steady track to growth and impact within their community.

Apr 23, 201921:35
JCI Canada NP Crispin Bottomley

JCI Canada NP Crispin Bottomley

Being part of JCI means that we are part on international organization, allowing us the opportunity to interact with like minded individuals from across the world.  At JCI USA's Year End Convention in Indianapolis, I had the opportunity to sit down with JCI Canada NP Crispin Bottomley to discuss some of the international opportunities that JCI provides and way our countries can work together.

Apr 15, 201914:48