Coffee Talk…a Venue Managers Guide
By Annenberg Presidential Conference Center
Coffee Talk…a Venue Managers GuideMay 02, 2022
Espresso Shot 32 with Alyssa Duany
Alyssa Duany serves as the Marketing and Communications Coordinator for the Center for Nonprofits & Philanthropy. She leads the Center's marketing initiatives by creating promotional materials, strategically planning and managing marketing campaigns, and coordinating with other MarCom departments.
SARAH, JAMIE, & ALYSSA CHAT ABOUT
- What is your position within the Bush School?
- How long have you worked here?
- What was your main draw to the Bush School?
- What is your favorite part about your position?
- What direction do you hope to see the Bush School go in the future?
- Is there anything you'd like to share for anyone considering the Bush School; faculty, staff or student?
6.4 Who Say's Nonprofit Can't Be Fun!
The Center for Nonprofits and Philanthropy (CNP) staff including William Brown, Kenneth Taylor, Nicole Collier, Denise Parker, Alyssa Duany, & Christopher Hudak join Coffee Talk to discuss Denise Parker’s retirement & reflect on working together.
The Center for Nonprofits and Philanthropy (CNP) supports a vibrant nonprofit and philanthropic sector in Texas and beyond, through high quality research, professional outreach, and engaged learning.
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Denise Parker, Class of ‘77, joined the Center for Nonprofits and Philanthropy at the Bush School of Government and Public Service in October 2017. Prior to joining the Center, Denise worked for an international nongovernment organization, IMA World Health, from 2008 to 2017, where she gained extensive nonprofit experience. She was a senior finance officer, working, mentoring, and building the institutional capacity of in-country finance staff in South Sudan, Tanzania, and Kenya. She managed and implemented financial processes and procedures for multi-year public health projects with diverse contract structures. Other duties included monitoring and managing foreign currency and cash management processes to assure the program activities could be funded and implemented and all activities complied with contractual requirements and accounting principles. She is proud of her work to improve the lives of people in low-income and middle-income countries, particularly the most vulnerable in the failing state of South Sudan.
Volunteering is also part of her schedule. She currently is on the Development Council for the Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences and the Board for the Texas A&M University Women’s Club as scholarship chair. She delivers Meals on Wheels and serves as secretary for the Friends of the Bryan College Station Libraries Board.
SARAH, JAMIE, & BRIELLE CHAT WITH THE CNP STAFF ABOUT
• Denise Parker’s Retirement
• Center For Non Profit Events
• Team Culture within the CNP
• What has changed over the years at the CNP
RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
https://bush.tamu.edu/nonprofit/people/dparker/
https://bush.tamu.edu/nonprofit/people/
https://bush.tamu.edu/faculty/ktaylor/
https://bush.tamu.edu/nonprofit/people/ncollier/
https://bush.tamu.edu/nonprofit/people/aduany/
Espresso Shot 31 with Bush 285 Peer Mentors!
Today we welcome Vivian Ivory & Hilani Quinones. Both participated in the new Bush 285 Class as Peer Mentors.
Vivian is a sophomore honors international studies major, minoring in French language and women & gender studies. She grew up overseas but moved to Houston, Texas in high school. After graduation she decided to come to Texas A&M. On top of being a Peer Mentor, she is an officer for both the Aggie French Club, and the Council of Arts, Social Sciences, and Humanities. She is a student worker in the Bush School Undergraduate Advising Office and works closely with our undergraduate advisors and department head. In the future, she hopes to pursue a career in therapy or counseling, at a non-profit organization.
Hilani is currently a sophomore Honors Political Science major double minoring in History and English and pursuing a Legal History Certificate. She is from Brownsville, TX and on top of being a peer mentor she is a news reporter for The Battalion. Her future goals include earning a Juris Doctor in law and holding a career as an attorney and working in public policy or media.
SARAH, JAMIE, VIVIAN, & HILANI CHAT ABOUT
- What was the main draw to the Bush 285 Class?
- How was your working relationship with your instructor?
- What is your favorite part about your mentorship?
- How impactful do you feel your role in the program was?
- Is there any constructive feedback you would give to future students considering being a TA?
- If given the opportunity, would you do it again?
RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
- https://studentsuccess.tamu.edu/first-year-experience/hullabaloo-u
Espress Shot 30 with Cory Arcak
Espresso Shot 29 with Joe Recio
Today we welcome Joe Recio. He is originally from Houston, Texas, graduated in 2009 with a BA in Sociology from Sam Houston State. Originally, he had planned to go into teaching at the junior college level, but after grad school didn't well (oops!), I went through a winding road of jobs inside and outside of academia. He joined The Bush School as our Undergraduate Recruiter on January 2nd of this year, and celebrated 10 years within TAMU on January 31st!
SARAH, TJ, & JOE CHAT ABOUT
• What is your position within the Bush School?
• How long have you worked here?
• What was the main draw to the School?
• What is your favorite part about your position?
• Is there anything you’d like to share for anyone considering the Bush School; faculty, staff or student?
RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
• https://bush.tamu.edu/advising/contact/
• https://www.shsu.edu/academics/sociology/
• https://studentsuccess.tamu.edu/academic-advising
• https://collaborations.tamu.edu/admissions-undergrad/undergrad-recruitment.html
Expresso Shot 28 with Clay Bryan
Clay Bryan grew up in Jacksonville, Florida. He has no relation to Bryan, Texas; has definitely checked. Proud husband and father. He joined the Air Force in 2005, spent 7+ year’s in Washington D.C. working for the Intelligence Community in varies capacities. In 2013 he moved to San Angelo, TX where he was first introduced to Higher Education Administration. He met is wife Kate in 2014, married in 2015 and left the Air Force. He completed his Bachelor’s degree from Texas A&M University –Commerce, after receiving 3 Associates degree in Applied Science, Technology & Military Science, Applied Science, Intelligence Studies & Technology and Science, Psychology. In 2017, he had the opportunity to attend the Bush School’s event with Ambassador John Negroponte, former Director of National Intelligence, after this he joined the Bush School. He had what he says is, “the opposite Bush School” experience; not pursing public service because of the Bush School, rather pursed the Bush School because of public service. He is currently working on his Masters of Business Administration and is a Senior Administrative Coordinator of the Dean’s Administration staff at the Bush School of Government & Public Service.
SARAH, TJ, & CLAY CHAT ABOUT
- What is your position within the Bush School?
- How long have you worked here?
- What was your main draw to the Bush School?
- What is your favorite part about your position?
- What direction do you hope to see the Bush School go in the future?
- Is there anything you'd like to share for anyone considering the Bush School; faculty, staff or student?
RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
- https://bush.tamu.edu/pols/
6.3 Troubadour Festival: Music Festival Management Done Right
6.2 Dr. Ashley has a vision...
Espresso Shot 27 with Brielle Cooper
Brielle Cooper was born in Louisville, Kentucky, but because she is the child of a military family, she considers San Antonio, Texas home. She attended high school on a military base and got accepted into Texas A&M University where she studied Communication with a minor in Business and earned a Strategic Communication certificate. She worked her way through school, while also becoming a marketing intern for a tech startup company. After graduation, she went to work at Disney World as the multicultural engagement and partnerships intern. She enjoys reading, spending time with her family, traveling, and finding the best food spots.
SARAH, TJ, & BRIELLE CHAT ABOUT
- What is your position within the Bush School?
- How long have you worked here?
- What was your main draw to the Bush School?
- What is your favorite part about your position?
- What direction do you hope to see the Bush School go in the future?
- Is there anything you'd like to share for anyone considering the Bush School; faculty, staff or student?
RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
- https://bush.tamu.edu/apcc/staff/
- https://jobs.disneycareers.com/job/orlando/disney-college-program
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Espresso Shot 26 with Ashley Winterrowd
Ashley is an Assistant Director of Career Programming in Graduate Career Services at The Bush School. She is passionate about helping students develop and achieve their personal, educational, and professional goals through training and conversations. Outside of work, Ashley loves to read and always has a book or her Kindle in her bag, listens to all kinds of music and keeps it playing in her office all day, and has an entirely ridiculous dog named Topher Bubbles.
SARAH, TJ, & ASHLEY CHAT ABOUT
- What is your position within the Bush School?
- How long have you worked here?
- What was your main draw to the Bush School?
- What is your favorite part about your position?
- What direction do you hope to see the Bush School go in the future?
- Is there anything you'd like to share for anyone considering the Bush School; faculty, staff or student?
RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
- https://bush.tamu.edu/about/directory/#career
Espresso Shot 25 with Peg Hosea
Peg is the Senior Administrative Coordinator for the International Affairs at the Bush School. I started at TAMU in January 1986, and worked my way through various departments at the university until September 2006, when I left the university and began working for a local business that had secured a fairly substantial DoD contract making protective equipment for military vehicles and personnel. I came back to TAMU in general and the Bush School in particular in August 2016, and I'm still here. I hold a Bachelor of Science degree in Physical Education from Nebraska Wesleyan University in Lincoln, NE. Moved from Nebraska to College Station Labor Day weekend 1985 and just never left!
SARAH, TJ, & PEG CHAT ABOUT
- What is your position within the Bush School?
- How long have you worked here?
- What was your main draw to the Bush School?
- Can you tell us what major projects, papers, etc. you are working on?
- What is your favorite part about your position?
- What direction do you hope to see the Bush School go in the future?
- Is there anything you'd like to share for anyone considering the Bush School; faculty, staff or student?
RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
- https://bush.tamu.edu/inta/
Espresso Shot 24 with Crystal Riles
Crystal Riles is the Director of Community & Culture at the Bush School of Government & Public Service. She earned her B.A. in English from Texas A&M University, followed by her M.S. in Nonprofit Management from Our Lady of the Lake University. Crystal’s current responsibilities span advising college, unit and student leadership on all issues related to building and sustaining a collaborative learning community and inclusive work culture. Her portfolio includes support for international, first-generation, military, veteran, and historically marginalized student populations. Her umbrella also encompasses diversity, equity and inclusion issues and solutions surrounding faculty, staff and students. Crystal also brings dedication and experience to public service, having served as a volunteer for Girl Scouts of Southwest Texas, Ronald McDonald House, Hands on Atlanta, Atlanta Community Food Bank and Texas Association for College Admissions Counseling. She is currently pursuing her PhD in Higher Education Administration, with a research focus on sense of belonging, identity, African American/Hispanic women and the barriers they experience navigating higher education. Crystal aspires to join the professoriate in her future, while continuing to climb the ladder of higher education administration.
SARAH, TJ, & CRYSTAL CHAT ABOUT
- What is your position within the Bush School?
- How long have you worked here?
- What was your main draw to the Bush School?
- Can you tell us what major projects, papers, etc. you are working on?
- What is your favorite part about your position?
- What direction do you hope to see the Bush School go in the future?
- Is there anything you'd like to share for anyone considering the Bush School; faculty, staff or student?
RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
- https://bush.tamu.edu/pols/
- https://bush.tamu.edu/news/3-quick-questions-with-crystal-riles/
- https://www.sacac.org/
- https://admissions.tamu.edu/
- https://www.hccs.edu/about-hcc/news/articles/2018/hcc-offers-free-tuition-for-seniors.html
- https://www.imdb.com/title/tt5863126/
Espresso Shot 23 with Dwight Roblyer
Dr. Dwight Roblyer ‘84 is a senior lecturer in the Department of Political Science and has taught over 17,000 young Aggies since 2013, working for their success here at TAMU and in their future professions and communities. He served for 26 years as a US Air Force officer in various assignments including satellite operations and politico-military wargaming, as well as earning his TAMU Ph.D. in International Relations. After his military retirement, he joined the faculty here, rediscovering his fondness for college undergraduates and his passion for teaching. Dr. Roblyer’s single focus is on his students, seeing them always as individuals with infinite worth and potential. His pedagogical style has been characterized as “pastoral” as he invites and equips his students to contribute to the promise of our democracy while meeting them as often as he can at their points of need. Aggie students have named him as Campus Muster Speaker and as a namesake for both Fish Camp and T-Camp. He has also received the University Distinguished Achievement Award for Teaching from the Former Student Association, the University Honors Director’s Award, the Partners in Learning Award of Excellence for Accountability, Climate, and Equity, and the Residence Life Honoring Excellence Award.
SARAH, TJ, & DWIGHT CHAT ABOUT
- What is your position within the Bush School?
- How long have you worked here?
- What was the main draw to the Bush School?
- What is your favorite part about your position?
- What direction do you hope to see the Bush School go in the future?
RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
- https://bush.tamu.edu/pols/
- https://bush.tamu.edu/faculty/droblyer/
- https://fishcamp.tamu.edu/
- https://www.tamu.edu/traditions/orientation/t-camp/index.html
- https://www.toastmasters.org/
- https://www.procon.org/
- https://www.thebatt.com/news/140-honored-at-campus-muster-dwight-roblyer-speaks-on-importance-of-unity-and-compassion/article_f373001c-664e-11e9-8e00-9fac09329e8e.html
- https://scholars.library.tamu.edu/vivo/display/nfb64c0af/Persons/View%20All
- https://dwightroblyer.sites.tamu.edu/
- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OfcTZw2UO4Y
- https://www.learningscientists.org/
Espresso Shot 22 with Julia Lawrence
Julia Lawrence (she/hers) came to the Bush School in 2016, she currently serves as the Administrative Coordinator II for the International Affairs department at the Bush School. From coordinating events to approving degree plans, Julia works with the faculty and students of the International Affairs department to ensure the running of the department. Her door is always open and she has a constant supply of chocolates and mints. Outside of work, Julia is an avid reader, true crime podcast fan and dog mom to the most spoiled pupper out there.
SARAH, TJ, & JULIA CHAT ABOUT
- What is your position within the Bush School?
- How long have you worked here?
- What was the main draw to the School?
- Can you tell us what major projects, papers, etc. you are working on?
- What is your favorite part about your position?
- What direction do you hope to see the School go in the future?
- Is there anything you’d like to share for anyone considering the Bush School; faculty, staff or student?
- Bonus…who is your favorite, the Dean or Dr. Ashley?
Espresso Shot 21 with Kassandra Maduzia
Kassandra is a two time Ag, and one of those times happened to be at the Bush School. She loved the school so much she ended up getting a job there. When not working (or bringing her dog to spread some joy), you can find her on the local theatre circuit...and that's about it. She doesn't really leave her house. When home she'll do introvert things, like read or play some video games or watch movies or do art. It's a simple life, but a good one. Eventually she will dive into her greatest passion, Space, but that's really for another day.
SARAH, TJ, AND KASSANDRA CHAT ABOUT:
- What is your position within the Bush School?
- How long have you worked here?
- What was the main draw to the Bush School as a student and to work?
- What is your favorite part about your position?
- What direction do you hope to see the School go in the future?
- Is there anything you’d like to share for anyone considering the Bush School; faculty, staff or student?
- Who is your favorite...Dean Welsh or Dr. Ashley
RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
- bush.tamu.edu
- https://bush.tamu.edu/scowcroft/
6.1 "You can't second guess how to live your life" - Dr. Ashley's Farewell
It is with great sadness that you join Sarah and TJ today, as they chat with Dr. Frank Ashley for the last time as Associate Dean of the Bush School. We're not saying it's the last last time he will ever be on...just under that title.
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5.5 Vino Boheme
5.4 Cafe Capri
Vendor Showcase
5.3 D'vine Cuisine
On site with Kantessa co-owner of D'vine Cuisine to chat with her about the venue, off site catering, and all things involved in the business offerings. Join Sarah & TJ to get the low down on this fabulous venue & wonderful food.
Onomatopoeia... 25th Anniversary
Please join Sarah & TJ as they recap the 25th Anniversary of the Bush School of Government and Public Service events with Executive Associate Dean, singer, voice actor, and food connoisseur..Dr. Frank Ashley. Stay tuned for bonus laughs, you won't regret it.
Espresso Shot 3 with Megan Kokenes
Sit down with Sarah & TJ today as they chat with our student employee, Megan Kokenes as she shares all of her horror stories of working with them.
SARAH,TJ & MEGAN CHAT ABOUT
- What is Megan's role within the Conference Center?
- How long has she worked here?
- What was the main draw to this job?
- What major projects, papers, etc. Megan is working on?
- What is your favorite part about your position?
- What Megan hopes to do in the future?
- Is there anything you’d like to share for anyone considering the Annenberg Presidential Conference Center/Bush School; faculty, staff or student?
- Bonus…who is your favorite person to work with here?
RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
https://mays.tamu.edu/department-of-management/
https://bush.tamu.edu/apcc/staff/
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Espresso Shot 20 with Angela Seaworth
Angela Seaworth holds a Ph.D. in Philanthropic Studies from Indiana University’s Lilly Family School of Philanthropy where she researched nonprofit governance and leadership, was a Graduate Fellow at the Tobias Center for Leadership Excellence, a doctoral intern at the Lumina Foundation and a doctoral assistant at The Fund Raising School. She earned her MBA from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business, a Graduate Certificate in Nonprofit Management from Indiana University’s O’Neil School of Public and Environmental Affairs (SPEA), and B.A. from Denison University.SARAH, TJ, & Angela CHAT ABOUT
- What is your position within the Bush School?
- How long have you worked here?
- What was the main draw to the School?
- Can you tell us what major projects, papers, etc. you are working on?
- What is your favorite part about your position?
- What direction do you hope to see the School go in the future?
- Is there anything you’d like to share for anyone considering the Bush School; faculty, staff or student?
RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
- https://bush.tamu.edu/nonprofit/people/aseaworth/
- https://scholar.google.com/citations?hl=en&user=Zbr9K5oAAAAJ
- https://bush.tamu.edu/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Seaworth-TAMU-Curriculum-Vitae-9_2021.pdf
- https://denison.edu/ https://www.chicagobooth.edu/
- https://oneill.indiana.edu/ https://www.indiana.edu/
- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iXGEmnKi0Zk https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Bells_of_St._Mary%27s
- https://www.nytimes.com/2016/10/22/nyregion/william-bowen-dead.html
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Where Are They Now? - Danielle
Danielle was an Event Assistant here at The Annenberg Presidential Conference Center. She graduated with a degree in Economics. She was born and raised in South Africa, but attended High School in Katy, TX. If you need a personal shopper, she is the “thriftiest” shopper we know!
TJ & SARAH ASK DANIELLE...
- How are you?
- Where are you now?
- Where are you working now?
- How did you feel when you first started working at the APCC? Have you be able to apply what you learned in your internship to what you are doing now?
- What’s a memory or event you think of when you remember the APCC?
5.2 The Grand Stafford Theater - Where Music Happens
Happy Fall y'all! Today Sarah & TJ get to sit down with Rob Hitchcock, GM at the Grand Stafford Theatre to tell them all about the venue, future renovations, and the great things this Live music venue can accommodate! Did y'all know Sarah can do more than just play air guitar?
SARAH, TJ, & ROB CHAT ABOUT
- Tell us about the venue.
- Tell us about your role at the Grand Stafford Theatre
- What type of events do you host?
- Music and emotions
- What's catering policy?
- Any days off limits?
RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
Where Are They Now? - Dionna
Dionna was a marketing intern here at The Annenberg Presidential Conference Center. She graduated with a degree in Telecommunication Media Studies and earned a Certificate in Strategic Communication. Dionna is from Dallas, Texas. She was the first employee to keep a 2 year secret from us…how’s your twin brother?!
TJ & SARAH ASK DIONNA...
- How are you?
- Where are you now?
- Where are you working now?
- How did you feel when you first started working at the APCC?
- Have you be able to apply what you learned in your internship to what you are doing now?
- What’s a memory or event you think of when you remember the APCC?
Links & Resources
- https://www.filmindependent.org/spirit-awards/about/
- https://www.linkedin.com/in/dionnagall
- https://www.ksat.com/news/local/2021/08/08/this-h-e-b-store-has-its-own-beauty-section-with-a-runway/
- https://www.supermarketnews.com/retail-financial/h-e-b-opens-jewelry-store-within-store
5.1 Minimum Shenanigans… Today
Sarah & TJ overview their on-site venue visits in Episode 1 of SEASON 5! Join them for lots of season 5 trip shenanigans... Why are they allowed in public?
SARAH & TJ CHAT ABOUT
- Upcoming Season Episodes
- The Grand Stafford Theatre
- D'Vine Cuisine
- Caffe Capri
- Vino Boheme - The Village
- APCC Facility Upgrades
RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
- https://grandstaffordtheater.com/
- https://theplaceforitalian.com/dinner-menu/
- http://www.dvinecuisine.com/#the-kitchen
Espresso Shot 19 with Wendi Kaspar
Wendi Arant Kaspar is a Professor in International Affairs at Texas A&M University. She has a MLS from the University of Washington and a MS in Management from Texas A&M University. She teaches information-intensive and research strategies courses to both graduate and undergraduate students. Her research interests include management and innovation in library services and information strategy and pedagogy. She has written numerous articles and book chapters and co-authored 3 monographs: Guide to Ethics in Acquisitions, Leading Libraries: Creating a Service Culture and Library Storage Facilities: from Planning to Construction to Operation. She has also been co-editor of 3 premier journals in librarianship, Library Administration and Management, Journal of Academic Librarianship and College & Research Libraries.
SARAH, TJ, & WENDI CHAT ABOUT
- What is your position within the Bush School?
- How long have you worked here?
- What was the main draw to the Bush School?
- Can you tell us what major projects, papers, etc. you are working on?
- What is your favorite part about your position?
- What direction do you hope to see the Bush School go in the future?
RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
https://scholars.library.tamu.edu/vivo/display/n5c5671cd/Persons/View%20All
https://dlmp.uw.edu/education/mls-undergrad
https://mays.tamu.edu/ms-human-resource-management/
https://rl.uoregon.edu/
https://bush.tamu.edu/inta/
https://www.olympic.edu/student-life/ranger/ranger-news-articles/hard-decisions-are-paper-books-better-e-books
https://www.livescience.com/3640-people-choose-news-fits-views.html
Where Are They Now? - Hope
Hope was a marketing intern here at The Annenberg Presidential Conference Center. She graduated with a degree in University Studies. Hope was born and grew up in Plano, Texas. She is a free spirit and the best damn “coffee runner!”
TJ & SARAH ASK HOPE...
- How are you?
- Where are you now?
- Where are you working now?
- How did you feel when you first started working at the APCC? Have you be able to apply what you learned in your internship to what you are doing now?
- What’s a memory or event you think of when you remember the APCC?
Summer Series - Reserve At Cottonwood Creek
Today, Sarah & TJ chat with Rosa V, owner of the gorgeous Reserve at Cottonwood Creek venue. Sitting on around 9 acres, they tour the grounds, venues, and vineyard and get the scoop on all the great events hosted and to be hosted!
SARAH, TJ, & ROSA CHAT ABOUT
- What is the Reserve at Cottonwood Creek?
- What different of buildings and amenities do you have?
- What interested you in opening an event venue?
- What services do you offer?
- What are your plans for the grapes & vineyard?
RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
https://www.cottonwoodcreekbcs.com/
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Espresso Shot 18 with Nicole Collier
The research shows that you should join TJ & Sarah today as they round out chatting with the FINAL full-time staff member of the Center for Non Profit & Philanthropy... Nicole Collier!! Diagrams, graphs, chickens, and Bush School antics... join for all the fun!
SARAH, TJ, & NICOLE CHAT ABOUT
- What is your position within the Bush School?
- How long have you worked here?
- What was the main draw to the Bush School?
- Can you tell us what major projects, papers, etc. you are working on?
- What is your favorite part about your position?
- What direction do you hope to see the Bush School go in the future?
RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
https://bush.tamu.edu/nonprofit/people/ncollier/
https://www.nonprofit-academic-centers-council.org/
https://bush.tamu.edu/nonprofit/
https://bush.tamu.edu/
https://txnonprofits.org/
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Summer Series - Downtown 202
Whitney, owner of Downtown 202, chat with TJ & Sarah about the lovely event venue. From student org events to weddings to meetings this space can accommodate any event (within capacity of course)!
SARAH, TJ, & WHITNEY CHAT ABOUT
- How long have you been open?
- What type of events do you host?
- What are you restrictions regarding vendors?
- Do you require event insurance?
- What is your booking process like?
RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
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Espresso Shot 17 with Andrew Morriss
What do squirrels, Continental airline, the Bush School and a lawyer have in common? Professor Andrew Morriss! Come join TJ & Sarah as they adventure down the career path of Professor Morriss, from lawyer to Bush School professor and all the mosquitoes in between.
SARAH, TJ, & PROFESSOR MORRISS CHAT ABOUT
- What is your position within the Bush School?
- How long have you worked here?
- What was the main draw to the Bush School?
- Can you tell us what major projects, papers, etc. you are working on?
- What is your favorite part about your position?
- What direction do you hope to see the Bush School go in the future?
RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
https://bush.tamu.edu/faculty/amorriss/
https://epsy.tamu.edu/academics/cognition-creativity-masters/
https://abcnews.go.com/International/wireStory/uk-court-blocks-gay-marriage-cayman-islands-bermuda-83432601
https://www.amazon.com/Calling-Bullshit-Skepticism-Data-Driven-World/dp/0525509186
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Summer Series - KinderHill Brew Lab
Laura & Jason give Sarah & TJ the scoop on the amazing KinderHill Brew Lab; venue, catering, custom brews, dog birthday parties, music bingo and what's the deal with the plants?
SARAH, TJ, LAURA, & JASON CHAT ABOUT
- Why did you open KinderHIll?
- What type of events do you host?
- How do you market the facility?
- What catering options do you have?
- What is capacity?
- Where is parking located?
RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
https://www.kinderhillbrewlab.com/
https://www.thewildgarlicpizza.com/
https://politecoffee.com/
https://today.tamu.edu/2022/06/02/buc-ees-creator-giving-50-million-for-hospitality-entrepreneurship-program-at-texas-am/
https://www.blinn.edu/agricultural-sciences/index.html
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Espresso Shot 16 with Tamara Hitt & Catherine Vinson
Academic Advisors, Tamara Hitt & Catherine Vinson join Sarah & TJ to chat about the work they do contributing to the Office of Extended Education's growing student pool!
SARAH, TJ, TAMARA, & CATHERINE CHAT ABOUT
- What is your position within the Bush School?
- How long have you worked here?
- What was the main draw to the School?
- Can you tell us what major projects, papers, etc. you are working on?
- What is your favorite part about your position?
- What direction do you hope to see the School go in the future?
RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
https://bush.tamu.edu/certificate/
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Summer Series - Sale Depot at Sale Park
Chatting with Abi & Mo with Destination Bryan about renting the Sale Depot in Downtown Bryan. Join Sarah & TJ for catering, trains, cost, and Wi-Fi!
SARAH, TJ, ABIGAIL, & MORGAN CHAT ABOUT
- What is the Sale Depot?
- How much does it cost to rent?
- Where is it located?
- What amenities are included?
- Where is parking?
- Can you hear the train in the building?
- What are catering options?
RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
https://www.bryantx.gov/gloria-stephan-sale-park/
https://www.bryantx.gov/gloria-stephan-sale-park-depot/
https://wtaw.com/city-of-bryan-announces-private-funding-for-new-features-at-downtowns-gloria-stephan-sale-park/
https://www.bryantx.gov/engineering-services/downtown-quiet-zone/#:~:text=The%20Quiet%20Zone%20will%20extend,28th%20Street%20and%20Bryan%20Ave.
https://www.georgeandbarbarabush.org/up-4141/
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Espresso Shot 15 with Brandon Dealmeida
Bush School IT student technician, Brandon, schools Sarah & TJ on how printers actually work, how his tech journey began, and where he plans on going with it! The Bush School family really does have the best student workers.
SARAH, TJ, & BRANDON CHAT ABOUT
- What is your position within the Bush School?
- How long have you worked here?
- What was the main draw to the School?
- Can you tell us what major projects, papers, etc. you are working on?
- What is your favorite part about your position?
- What direction do you hope to see the School go in the future?
RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
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Espresso Shot 14 with the Parkers
The first couple to be interviewed on Espresso Shots, Denise & Jerry Parker! Learn about their amazing past and current works, and their obvious love of helping others.
SARAH, TJ, & THE PARKERS CHAT ABOUT
- What is your position within the Bush School?
- How long have you worked here?
- What was the main draw to the School?
- Can you tell us what major projects, papers, etc. you are working on?
- What is your favorite part about your position?
- What direction do you hope to see the School go in the future?
- Is there anything you’d like to share for anyone considering the Bush School; faculty, staff or student?
RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
https://bush.tamu.edu/nonprofit/people/dparker/
https://bush.tamu.edu/nonprofit/
https://experts.tamu.edu/experts/gerald-parker
https://bush.tamu.edu/scowcroft/programs/team/
https://temag.tamu.edu/directory/gerald-parker/
http://onehealth.tamu.edu/media/1994660/parker%20gerald%20bio%202017%20wlogo.pdf
https://www.tamu.edu/about/coreValues.html
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Espresso Shot 13 with Lisa Brown
Sarah & TJ chat with Lisa Brown today, DOCTOR Lisa Brown, Director of the Office of Extended Education. Join them as Dr. Brown explains her role, passion, and joys of working at the Bush School.
SARAH, TJ, & LISA CHAT ABOUT
- What is your position within the Bush School?
- How long have you worked here?
- What was the main draw to the School?
- Can you tell us what major projects, papers, etc. you are working on?
- What is your favorite part about your position?
- What direction do you hope to see the School go in the future?
- Is there anything you’d like to share for anyone considering the Bush School; faculty, staff or student?
RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
https://bush.tamu.edu/online/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/tolisabrown
https://edu.google.com/intl/ALL_us/workspace-for-education/classroom/
https://engineering.tamu.edu/etid/id/index.html
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Espresso Shot 12 with Bush School Graduates
Sarah & TJ crash the Bush School Graduation pre-grad gathering to ask random Graduates rapid fire questions to get the feel of how it REALLY is to be a part of the Bush School.
SARAH, TJ, & THE GRADUATES CHAT ABOUT
• What is your most favorite memory at the Bush School?
• What does your future hold?
• What class was your favorite?
• What advice do you have for future Bush School students?
RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
https://bush.tamu.edu/
https://bush.tamu.edu/students/
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Espresso Shot 11 with Kelley Robbins
Help Sarah & TJ welcome their dear friend, colleague, and client Kelley Robbins; the Bush School's very own Unofficial Interim Assistant Dean of Tacos. Today Kelley takes them on the fabulous journey of her past up to today, her love of the Bush School, and who her favorite person is at work.
SARAH, TJ, & KELLEY CHAT ABOUT
• What is Kelley's position within the Bush School?
• How long have you worked here?
• What was the main draw to the School?
• Can you tell us what major projects, papers, etc. you are working on?
• What is your favorite part about your position?
• What direction do you hope to see the School go in the future?
• Is there anything you’d like to share for anyone considering the Bush School; faculty, staff or student?
RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
https://bush.tamu.edu/grand-strategy/people/
https://bush.tamu.edu/grand-strategy/
https://bush.tamu.edu/scowcroft/
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Espresso Shot 10 with Steven Sisk
Take 2! Today, Sarah & TJ chat with the PCC's very own Event Manager, Steven Sisk! They will get the run down of past & current work, future goals, and of course how much he enjoys his coworkers!
SARAH, TJ, & STEVEN CHAT ABOUT
• Steven's main draw to the Bush School
• Major projects, papers, etc. that Steven is working on
• What direction he hopes to see the APCC go in the future
• Advice for anyone considering the Bush School; faculty, staff, or student
• Bonus… who is your favorite, the Dean or Dr. Ashley?
RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
https://www.freshbooks.com/blog/32-hour-workweek?fb_dnt=1
https://bush.tamu.edu/apcc/staff/
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4.7 - Saying Goodbye is the Hardest Part (To People, Not the Podcast)
Today Coffee Talk hosts, Sarah & TJ, are interviewed by the APCC's 5 student workers/intern/basically family. Join them as Sofia, Ruth Ann, Jimmy, (other) Sarah, and Megan ask the questions, hear the tales of past, present, and future, as well as the sage wisdom learned throughout their old, long lives.
SARAH, TJ, AND THE STUDENTS CHAT ABOUT
- How Sarah and TJ got into the events industry, their schooling experiences, and past jobs
- Advice for young people figuring out what to do with their lives and finding the right workplace environment
- Sarah and TJ's favorite clients and events
- Sarah and TJ's current professional development and future aspirations
- Common misconceptions about Sarah and TJ's positions
- A few fun bonus questions!
RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
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Espresso Shot 9 with Leslie Ruyle
Join TJ & Sarah as they fan girl over Dr. Leslie Ruyle's amazing work throughout the world (and laugh at TJ's inability to know acronyms or pronounce anything). Hang on tight as they are schooled in Leslie's passion for her research, work, and connection to students.
SARAH, TJ, & LESLIE CHAT ABOUT
• Leslie's main draw to the Bush School
• Major projects, papers, etc. that Leslie is working on
• Leslie's favorite part about working at the Bush School
• What direction she hopes to see the Bush School go in the future
• Advice for anyone considering the Bush School; faculty, staff, or student
• Bonus…who is your favorite, the Dean or Dr. Ashley?
RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
https://bush.tamu.edu/faculty/lruyle/
https://eccb.tamu.edu/people/ruyle-leslie/
https://scholar.google.com/citations?hl=en&user=o-pB1IMAAAAJ
https://scholars.library.tamu.edu/vivo/display/nf60ec157/Persons/View%20All
https://rwfm.tamu.edu/
https://borlaug.tamu.edu/
https://www.amandastronza.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/leslie-ruyle-3459b343
https://www.seaturtlebiologist.com/about
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sylvia_Earle
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Espresso Shot 8 with Matt Upton
Today, Sarah & TJ connect with Matt Upton, Assistant Dean of Diversity & Student Affairs at the Bush School. Hang out as they get a lesson in what exactly it means to be the Assistant Dean of Diversity & Student Affairs as well as the expansive web connecting current and former Bush School students, faculty, and staff.
SARAH, TJ, & MATT CHAT ABOUT
• Matt's main draw to the Bush School
• Major projects, papers, etc. that Matt is working on
• Matt's favorite part about being a Bush School student
• What direction he hopes to see the Bush School go in the future
• Advice for anyone considering the Bush School; faculty, staff, or student
• Bonus…who is your favorite, the Dean or Dr. Ashley?
RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
https://bush.tamu.edu/students/contact-us/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/mupton95
https://www.amazon.com/New-Public-Service-Serving-Steering/dp/1138891258
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Espresso Shot 7 with Will Watson
On this episode, Sarah & TJ chat with Bush School International Affairs student Will Watson as they find out what it's like in the life of a Bush School student, what the future holds, what stains, and who his favorite professor is!!
SARAH, TJ, & WILL CHAT ABOUT
- Will's main draw to the Bush School
- Major projects, papers, etc. that Will is working on
- Will's favorite part about being a Bush School student
- What direction he hopes to see the Bush School go in the future
- Advice for anyone considering the Bush School; faculty, staff, or student
- Bonus…who is your favorite, the Dean or Dr. Ashley?
RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/william-watson-tamu
https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:6902626952272764928/
https://liberalarts.tamu.edu/ints/
https://bush.tamu.edu/faculty/gvogle/
https://bush.tamu.edu/faculty/gthornton/
https://bush.tamu.edu/faculty/kweary/
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Espresso Shot 6 with Sofia Patino
Join TJ & Sarah as they chat with their lovely student employee #girlboss Sofia Patino. Laughs, stories, work & school life... join in on the fun and go read up on all of Sofia's great research!
SARAH, TJ, AND SOFIA CHAT ABOUT
- Sofia's role within the Conference Center
- Her main draw to the job
- Major projects, paper, etc. Sofia is working on
- Her favorite part about the position
- What Sofia hopes to do in the future
- What she would like to share for anyone considering the APCC/Bush School; faculty, staff or student
- Bonus… who is Sofia's favorite person to work with here??
RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
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4.6 - What Happens When You Interview Co-Workers...
Today, Sarah & TJ get to chat with one of their very own! Jamie Burns has an extensive background within the music industry as well as in events! She shares her experiences of online ticket sales, scalpers, and what's new post-COVID!
SARAH, TJ, AND JAMIE CHAT ABOUT
- Jamie's Experience with the Music Industry
- Interesting Venue Processes to Combat Scalping - Red Rocks Amphitheater, White Oak Music Hall, Whitewater Amphitheater
- Tampa Bay Season Ticket Holders
RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
- https://www.newschannel5.com/sports/nhl/nashville-predators/preds-fan-charged-after-throwing-catfish-onto-ice
- https://www.wtae.com/article/predators-restrict-stanley-cup-final-ticket-sales-to-residents-of-nashville-tv-viewing-area/9936073#
- https://www.cainsballroom.com/event/turnpike-troubadours-night-one/ - 4 ticket limit
- https://www.savingcountrymusic.com/turnpike-troubadours-announce-new-shows-unique-houston-presale/ - in person presale
- https://www.ticketweb.com/event/turnpike-troubadours-whitewater-amphitheater-tickets/11849575 - tickets not delivered until 2 days prior to show
- https://tulsaworld.com/entertainment/music/fans-embrace-return-of-turnpike-troubadours-with-a-fervor-crashing-ticket-sites/article_8dd4b2d2-b434-11ec-be31-6734f5aa8365.html
- https://thespun.com/news/meet-the-nashville-fan-who-threw-a-catfish-on-the-ice
- https://www.facebook.com/TheSavBananas/videos/infield-does-tiktok-dance-in-the-middle-of-a-pitch/272176651783254/
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Espresso Shot 5 with Kenny Taylor
Dr. Kenny Taylor joins Espresso Shots today to tell Sarah & Tj all about the amazing things he has and is accomplishing within the Bush School. Please read up on his bio and listen on for laughs and lessons!
SARAH, TJ, AND KENNY CHAT ABOUT
- What is Kenny's position within the Bush School?
- How long he has worked at Texas A&M?
- What his main draw to the Bush School was?
- Major projects, papers, etc. Kenny is working on?
- His favorite part about your position?
- The direction he hopes to see the School go in the future?
- What he would like to share for anyone considering the Bush School; faculty, staff or student?
- Bonus…who is your favorite, the Dean or Dr. Ashley?
RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
- https://bush.tamu.edu/nonprofit/
- https://bush.tamu.edu/faculty/ktaylor/
- https://bush.tamu.edu/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/KATAYLOR2020-2021-BUSHSCHOOLRESUMECV.pdf
- https://scholar.google.com/citations?hl=en&user=RbCFyq8AAAAJ
- https://bush.tamu.edu/news/faculty-spotlight-kenneth-anderson-taylor/
- https://scholars.library.tamu.edu/vivo/display/ncf40885c/Persons/View%20All
- https://nonprofitquarterly.org/why-are-we-still-struggling-with-diversity-equity-and-inclusion-in-nonprofit-governance/
- https://bush.tamu.edu/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/V9-4-Nonprofit-Donor-Motivation.pdf
- https://nonprofitquarterly.org/former-nonprofit-ceo-asks-boards-white-suggests-steps/
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4.5 - "Well you've changed since college, so have we"
Today Sarah & TJ have the pleasure of hosting their new best friends, Abigail Noel and Morgan Key with Destination Bryan; Ready to get the break down of who they are, what they do, and what they're bringing to the area!?
SARAH, TJ, ABIGAIL, AND MORGAN CHAT ABOUT
- Abigail and Morgan's Roles
- Their Favorite Parts of their Jobs
- Facilities/Room Rentals
- Unique Experience Packages
- Their Favorite Bryan Events
- Industry Advice
RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
- https://www.destinationbryan.com/
- https://www.bryantx.gov/midtownpark/
- https://www.thestellahotel.com/
- http://www.experiencebcs.com/
- https://www.destinationbryan.com/events/first-friday-event/
- https://www.kagstv.com/article/news/community/city-of-college-station-exits-tourism-partnership-with-bryan/499-434a0891-2c49-4d4f-957a-e4ca6d6d2a5d
- https://familyweekend.tamu.edu/
- http://www.cheftai.com/
- https://www.icehouseonmain.com/
- https://www.downtown202.com/
- https://lakewalktx.com/
- https://www.brownstonereserve.com/
- https://1818venue.com/
- https://theplaceforitalian.com/
- https://politecoffee.com/pages/the-kyle-house
- https://www.thevillagedowntown.com/
- https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/cllgigi-hilton-garden-inn-college-station/
- https://www.sxsw.com/
- https://www.cottonwoodcreekbcs.com/
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