feed03.fireside.fm Tue, 21 Oct 2025 10:39:33 -0500 Fireside (https://fireside.fm) Featured Insights with CCED https://featured-insights.fireside.fm Mon, 14 Oct 2024 08:25:00 -0400 A podcast for businesses of Caroline County and the Eastern Shore of Maryland to learn from experts at the local, state, and national level. We hope you gain insights that can help your business run more effectively. en-us © 2025 Featured Insights with CCED episodic Hosted by Debbie Bowden, Director of Economic Development & Tourism Caroline County Caroline Economic Development A podcast for businesses of Caroline County and the Eastern Shore of Maryland to learn from experts at the local, state, and national level. We hope you gain insights that can help your business run more effectively. no Caroline Economic Development insights@carolinebusiness.com Episode 40: Pursuing Your Dream, featuring Nick and Gelin Wake https://featured-insights.fireside.fm/40-tenchi 763c0b10-7b55-463a-8f5c-b42c66d60047 Thu, 28 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500 Caroline Economic Development full Caroline Economic Development 26:21 no Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Nick and Gelin Wake, owners and operators of Tenchi Spanish-American Kitchen and Ohana Dulce Creamery in Greensboro, Maryland. This episode serves as a testament to the power of dedication, teamwork, and a passion-driven approach to business. Through heartfelt anecdotes and candid discussions, Nick and Gelin reveal the challenges they encountered when starting their restaurant. From navigating financial hurdles to unforeseen setbacks, and how their resilience made their dream a reality. Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Nick and Gelin Wake, owners and operators of Tenchi Spanish-American Kitchen and Ohana Dulce Creamery in Greensboro, Maryland. This episode serves as a testament to the power of dedication, teamwork, and a passion-driven approach to business. Through heartfelt anecdotes and candid discussions, Nick and Gelin reveal the challenges they encountered when starting their restaurant. From navigating financial hurdles to unforeseen setbacks, and how their resilience made their dream a reality.

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]]> Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Nick and Gelin Wake, owners and operators of Tenchi Spanish-American Kitchen and Ohana Dulce Creamery in Greensboro, Maryland. This episode serves as a testament to the power of dedication, teamwork, and a passion-driven approach to business. Through heartfelt anecdotes and candid discussions, Nick and Gelin reveal the challenges they encountered when starting their restaurant. From navigating financial hurdles to unforeseen setbacks, and how their resilience made their dream a reality.

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]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/6frYgc2S+c_4PGmoP ]]> Debbie Bowden, Director of Caroline Economic Development Episode 39: Workforce and Continuity of Care, featuring Sara Rich https://featured-insights.fireside.fm/39-sara-rich be67a757-13f4-4709-bcdd-dfad834b429f Tue, 19 Dec 2023 21:00:00 -0500 Caroline Economic Development full Caroline Economic Development 28:30 no Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Sara Rich, President, and CEO of Choptank Community Health. Listen in to hear the significance of a stable workforce in providing consistent, high-quality care and the unique challenges faced by local health facilities in recruiting, training, and retaining talented individuals. Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Sara Rich, President, and CEO of Choptank Community Health. Listen in to hear the significance of a stable workforce in providing consistent, high-quality care and the unique challenges faced by local health facilities in recruiting, training, and retaining talented individuals.

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]]> Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Sara Rich, President, and CEO of Choptank Community Health. Listen in to hear the significance of a stable workforce in providing consistent, high-quality care and the unique challenges faced by local health facilities in recruiting, training, and retaining talented individuals.

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]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/6frYgc2S+0krL3h3k ]]> Debbie Bowden, Director of Caroline Economic Development Episode 38: Hiring In a Different Way through DORS, featuring Jessie Ferrio https://featured-insights.fireside.fm/38-jessie-ferrio 5cfa9504-104f-4c51-809a-67e6edba1eaa Thu, 14 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500 Caroline Economic Development full Caroline Economic Development 21:31 no Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Jessie Ferrio, Eastern Shore Business Services Representative, Maryland State Department of Education, Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS). In this episode Debbie and Jessie discuss essential services available to local businesses, including talent acquisition, ADA accommodations, tax incentives, and diversity advisory. Uncover how these services pave the way for growth, employee empowerment, and inclusive workplaces. Plus, explore collaborative workforce development efforts, between local business owners and DORS, assisting Marylanders with disabilities in finding meaningful employment and contributing to our community. Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Jessie Ferrio, Eastern Shore Business Services Representative, Maryland State Department of Education, Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS). In this episode Debbie and Jessie discuss essential services available to local businesses, including talent acquisition, ADA accommodations, tax incentives, and diversity advisory. Uncover how these services pave the way for growth, employee empowerment, and inclusive workplaces. Plus, explore collaborative workforce development efforts, between local business owners and DORS, assisting Marylanders with disabilities in finding meaningful employment and contributing to our community.

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]]> Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Jessie Ferrio, Eastern Shore Business Services Representative, Maryland State Department of Education, Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS). In this episode Debbie and Jessie discuss essential services available to local businesses, including talent acquisition, ADA accommodations, tax incentives, and diversity advisory. Uncover how these services pave the way for growth, employee empowerment, and inclusive workplaces. Plus, explore collaborative workforce development efforts, between local business owners and DORS, assisting Marylanders with disabilities in finding meaningful employment and contributing to our community.

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]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/6frYgc2S+94B3vwhl ]]> Debbie Bowden, Director of Caroline Economic Development Episode 37: Empowering Education, featuring Dr. Clifford Coppersmith https://featured-insights.fireside.fm/37-dr-coppersmith 96f880f9-8737-443a-ad17-d7f9727e6c3c Thu, 07 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500 Caroline Economic Development full Caroline Economic Development 25:23 no Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Clifford Coppersmith, Chesapeake College President. Gain a deeper understanding of the institution's impact on our local community and its efforts to create a supportive environment where students of all ages thrive academically and personally. Tune in to hear about the evolving landscape of workforce development, and the college's pivotal role in meeting the needs of our local industries and new resources available to students. Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Clifford Coppersmith, Chesapeake College President. Gain a deeper understanding of the institution's impact on our local community and its efforts to create a supportive environment where students of all ages thrive academically and personally. Tune in to hear about the evolving landscape of workforce development, and the college's pivotal role in meeting the needs of our local industries and new resources available to students.

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]]> Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Clifford Coppersmith, Chesapeake College President. Gain a deeper understanding of the institution's impact on our local community and its efforts to create a supportive environment where students of all ages thrive academically and personally. Tune in to hear about the evolving landscape of workforce development, and the college's pivotal role in meeting the needs of our local industries and new resources available to students.

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]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/6frYgc2S+dOX2eobV ]]> Debbie Bowden, Director of Caroline Economic Development Episode 36: Crafting Success in Entrepreneurship, featuring Chris Petrini https://featured-insights.fireside.fm/36-chris-petrini 2b8ce02a-9904-4ca9-8bec-4e462d88c30e Thu, 30 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0500 Caroline Economic Development full Caroline Economic Development 22:01 no Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Chris Petrini, owner of A Digital Mind. Chris, a seasoned professional known for his creative expertise in film, video production, website design, and comprehensive marketing strategies, shares his remarkable journey as an entrepreneur. Tune in to discover the story behind his venture and what drew him to the Eastern Shore. Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Chris Petrini, owner of A Digital Mind. Chris, a seasoned professional known for his creative expertise in film, video production, website design, and comprehensive marketing strategies, shares his remarkable journey as an entrepreneur. Tune in to discover the story behind his venture and what drew him to the Eastern Shore.

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]]> Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Chris Petrini, owner of A Digital Mind. Chris, a seasoned professional known for his creative expertise in film, video production, website design, and comprehensive marketing strategies, shares his remarkable journey as an entrepreneur. Tune in to discover the story behind his venture and what drew him to the Eastern Shore.

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]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/6frYgc2S+Ks4N9UDF ]]> Debbie Bowden, Director of Caroline Economic Development Episode 35: Nurturing Our Aging Population, featuring Stephanie Johnson and Andrew Breeding https://featured-insights.fireside.fm/35-his-hope-ministries 717691da-8b40-44ea-8683-5c67aab5c812 Thu, 16 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0500 Caroline Economic Development full Caroline Economic Development 24:57 no Host Debbie Bowden presents part two of the featured insight with Stefanie Johnson, Executive Director, and Andrew Breeding, Treasurer of His Hope Ministries. In this episode, we hear about how His Hope Ministries not only offers immediate support but also fosters a sense of dignity and belonging among our aging population. Through the generosity of donations and partnerships with local businesses, their heartfelt efforts and remarkable programs provide housing, job assistance, financial literacy, and various other essential services to those in need. Join us as we spotlight the collaborative spirit that drives positive change and how these initiatives serve as a testament to the power of our community working together for its elderly members. To learn more about volunteering, donating or starting a business partnership with HIs Hope Ministries, call the main office 443-448-7297, or swing by their resource center that is open Monday - Friday, located at 105 Gay Street, Denton, MD 21629. Host Debbie Bowden presents part two of the featured insight with Stefanie Johnson, Executive Director, and Andrew Breeding, Treasurer of His Hope Ministries. In this episode, we hear about how His Hope Ministries not only offers immediate support but also fosters a sense of dignity and belonging among our aging population. Through the generosity of donations and partnerships with local businesses, their heartfelt efforts and remarkable programs provide housing, job assistance, financial literacy, and various other essential services to those in need. Join us as we spotlight the collaborative spirit that drives positive change and how these initiatives serve as a testament to the power of our community working together for its elderly members.

To learn more about volunteering, donating or starting a business partnership with HIs Hope Ministries, call the main office 443-448-7297, or swing by their resource center that is open Monday - Friday, located at 105 Gay Street, Denton, MD 21629.

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]]> Host Debbie Bowden presents part two of the featured insight with Stefanie Johnson, Executive Director, and Andrew Breeding, Treasurer of His Hope Ministries. In this episode, we hear about how His Hope Ministries not only offers immediate support but also fosters a sense of dignity and belonging among our aging population. Through the generosity of donations and partnerships with local businesses, their heartfelt efforts and remarkable programs provide housing, job assistance, financial literacy, and various other essential services to those in need. Join us as we spotlight the collaborative spirit that drives positive change and how these initiatives serve as a testament to the power of our community working together for its elderly members.

To learn more about volunteering, donating or starting a business partnership with HIs Hope Ministries, call the main office 443-448-7297, or swing by their resource center that is open Monday - Friday, located at 105 Gay Street, Denton, MD 21629.

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]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/6frYgc2S+eI8lUo2P ]]> Debbie Bowden, Director of Caroline Economic Development Episode 34: Providing A Sense Of Belonging, featuring Stephanie Johnson and Andrew Breeding https://featured-insights.fireside.fm/34-his-hope-ministries 236700aa-02ad-4192-b3f6-2ca821e503f1 Thu, 09 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0500 Caroline Economic Development full Caroline Economic Development 26:16 no Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Stefanie Johnson, Executive Director, and Andrew Breeding, Treasurer of His Hope Ministries. Explore the impactful work of this organization dedicated to combating homelessness, hunger, and the threat of homelessness among families, individuals, youth, and the elderly. Discover how His Hope Ministries provides essential resources and an array of programs, from job counseling to meal preparation and financial literacy. Tune in to learn how business owners are actively contributing to and supporting this mission, making a positive impact on our community. Contact His Hope Ministries by calling the main office 443-448-7297, or swing by their resource center that is open Monday - Friday, located at 105 Gay Street, Denton, MD 21629. Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Stefanie Johnson, Executive Director, and Andrew Breeding, Treasurer of His Hope Ministries. Explore the impactful work of this organization dedicated to combating homelessness, hunger, and the threat of homelessness among families, individuals, youth, and the elderly. Discover how His Hope Ministries provides essential resources and an array of programs, from job counseling to meal preparation and financial literacy. Tune in to learn how business owners are actively contributing to and supporting this mission, making a positive impact on our community.

Contact His Hope Ministries by calling the main office 443-448-7297, or swing by their resource center that is open Monday - Friday, located at 105 Gay Street, Denton, MD 21629.

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]]> Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Stefanie Johnson, Executive Director, and Andrew Breeding, Treasurer of His Hope Ministries. Explore the impactful work of this organization dedicated to combating homelessness, hunger, and the threat of homelessness among families, individuals, youth, and the elderly. Discover how His Hope Ministries provides essential resources and an array of programs, from job counseling to meal preparation and financial literacy. Tune in to learn how business owners are actively contributing to and supporting this mission, making a positive impact on our community.

Contact His Hope Ministries by calling the main office 443-448-7297, or swing by their resource center that is open Monday - Friday, located at 105 Gay Street, Denton, MD 21629.

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]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/6frYgc2S+V_c8S-zg ]]> Debbie Bowden, Director of Caroline Economic Development Episode 33: Economic Development in Denton, featuring Abby McNinch and Scott Getchell https://featured-insights.fireside.fm/33-town-of-denton c7ef7a8c-8764-4b1e-a25e-148a22ffac9f Thu, 02 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0400 Caroline Economic Development full Caroline Economic Development 27:48 no Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Denton Town Mayor, Abigail McNinch and Scott Getchell, Town Administrator of Denton. Economic Development happening all around Denton, from downtown Market Street, to commerical zones on Route 404 and sites for sale in the industrial park. Listen in to hear about ongoing and upcoming real estate and infrastrucure projects happening in our County Seat. Town of Denton Office: 410-479-2050 Office Hours: M-F 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Denton Town Mayor, Abigail McNinch and Scott Getchell, Town Administrator of Denton. Economic Development happening all around Denton, from downtown Market Street, to commerical zones on Route 404 and sites for sale in the industrial park. Listen in to hear about ongoing and upcoming real estate and infrastrucure projects happening in our County Seat.

Town of Denton Office: 410-479-2050
Office Hours: M-F 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM

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]]> Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Denton Town Mayor, Abigail McNinch and Scott Getchell, Town Administrator of Denton. Economic Development happening all around Denton, from downtown Market Street, to commerical zones on Route 404 and sites for sale in the industrial park. Listen in to hear about ongoing and upcoming real estate and infrastrucure projects happening in our County Seat.

Town of Denton Office: 410-479-2050
Office Hours: M-F 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM

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]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/6frYgc2S+hppmdzeJ ]]> Debbie Bowden, Director of Caroline Economic Development Episode 32: Collective Impact Better Together, featuring Kat Stork Blaher https://featured-insights.fireside.fm/32-kat-stork f57bc252-4cf1-4f5a-a8df-4620f5615dbd Thu, 26 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0400 Caroline Economic Development full Caroline Economic Development 27:03 no Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Kat Stork Blaher, owner of Shore Strategies, LLC. Caroline’s Collective Impact initiative was established to address the more complex social and economic challenges within our community. Listen in to hear how Kat facilitates cross sector collaboration of community leaders to identify and implement missions to improve stability of families county-wide. Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Kat Stork Blaher, owner of Shore Strategies, LLC. Caroline’s Collective Impact initiative was established to address the more complex social and economic challenges within our community. Listen in to hear how Kat facilitates cross sector collaboration of community leaders to identify and implement missions to improve stability of families county-wide.

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]]> Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Kat Stork Blaher, owner of Shore Strategies, LLC. Caroline’s Collective Impact initiative was established to address the more complex social and economic challenges within our community. Listen in to hear how Kat facilitates cross sector collaboration of community leaders to identify and implement missions to improve stability of families county-wide.

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]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/6frYgc2S+jI3x0qUh ]]> Debbie Bowden, Director of Caroline Economic Development Episode 31: Our Next Round of Leaders, featuring Dr. Derek Simmons https://featured-insights.fireside.fm/31-dr-derek-simmons f67dc3b4-c3ec-45a1-815d-0881ed90cb40 Thu, 19 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0400 Caroline Economic Development full Caroline Economic Development 25:24 no Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Dr. Derek Simmons, Superintendent of Caroline County Public Schools. Caroline County Schools are the primary pipeline for growing our workforce to stay and work at local businesses. Listen in to hear more about workforce development, succession planning, blueprint challenges, and the youth apprenticeship program. Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Dr. Derek Simmons, Superintendent of Caroline County Public Schools. Caroline County Schools are the primary pipeline for growing our workforce to stay and work at local businesses. Listen in to hear more about workforce development, succession planning, blueprint challenges, and the youth apprenticeship program.

]]> Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Dr. Derek Simmons, Superintendent of Caroline County Public Schools. Caroline County Schools are the primary pipeline for growing our workforce to stay and work at local businesses. Listen in to hear more about workforce development, succession planning, blueprint challenges, and the youth apprenticeship program.

]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/6frYgc2S+74xLUc2I ]]> Debbie Bowden, Director of Caroline Economic Development Episode 30: Mid-Shore Point of View, featuring Cassandra Vanhooser https://featured-insights.fireside.fm/30-cassandra-vanhooser 067a39eb-6321-434a-af3d-ba7a1f23ed06 Thu, 12 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0400 Caroline Economic Development full Caroline Economic Development 24:49 no Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Cassandra Vanhooser, Director of Talbot County Economic Development and Tourism. In this episode, Debbie and Cassandra identify key trends and economic oppurtunities within our mid-shore region. Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Cassandra Vanhooser, Director of Talbot County Economic Development and Tourism. In this episode, Debbie and Cassandra identify key trends and economic oppurtunities within our mid-shore region.

]]> Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Cassandra Vanhooser, Director of Talbot County Economic Development and Tourism. In this episode, Debbie and Cassandra identify key trends and economic oppurtunities within our mid-shore region.

]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/6frYgc2S+o5J3bWQM ]]> Debbie Bowden, Director of Caroline Economic Development Episode 29: Keeping Your Employees and Business Safe, featuring KJ Marvel https://featured-insights.fireside.fm/29-kj-marvel 1fd70be0-16a7-4327-b487-0409824c9e02 Thu, 05 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0400 Caroline Economic Development full Caroline Economic Development 23:13 no Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with KJ Marvel, Division Chief EMS of the Caroline County Department of Emergency Services. There are steps your business can take to better prepare for emergency situations in the workplace. Listen in to hear KJ’s recommendations of employee training and life-saving equipment designed to help during the first most crucial moments of an emergency response. Building & Site Review:  Doug Jones   wjones@carolinemd.org   410-479-4199 CPR Training: Stacey Twigg 410-479-8140 Marie Wielgosz- 410-479-5834 Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with KJ Marvel, Division Chief EMS of the Caroline County Department of Emergency Services. There are steps your business can take to better prepare for emergency situations in the workplace. Listen in to hear KJ’s recommendations of employee training and life-saving equipment designed to help during the first most crucial moments of an emergency response.

Building & Site Review:  Doug Jones   wjones@carolinemd.org   410-479-4199

CPR Training: Stacey Twigg 410-479-8140
Marie Wielgosz- 410-479-5834

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]]> Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with KJ Marvel, Division Chief EMS of the Caroline County Department of Emergency Services. There are steps your business can take to better prepare for emergency situations in the workplace. Listen in to hear KJ’s recommendations of employee training and life-saving equipment designed to help during the first most crucial moments of an emergency response.

Building & Site Review:  Doug Jones   wjones@carolinemd.org   410-479-4199

CPR Training: Stacey Twigg 410-479-8140
Marie Wielgosz- 410-479-5834

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]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/6frYgc2S+N6fnGL-9 ]]> Debbie Bowden, Director of Caroline Economic Development Episode 28: Building Your Website with Confidence, featuring Angela Visintainer (Part 2) https://featured-insights.fireside.fm/28-angela-visintainer-2 017d63c8-3a4b-4af9-8635-97d855ff7385 Thu, 28 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -0400 Caroline Economic Development full Caroline Economic Development 27:31 no Host Debbie Bowden presents a second featured insight with Angela Visitainer, Managing Partner of Maven and Smith. Whether you're embarking on a new website project or reimagining an existing one, this episode breaks down the process of developing your website. Angela offers expert guidance and insider tips as she walks us through each step. Contact: Angela Visintainer angela@mavenandsmith.com 410.924.0223 (mobile) Host Debbie Bowden presents a second featured insight with Angela Visitainer, Managing Partner of Maven and Smith. Whether you're embarking on a new website project or reimagining an existing one, this episode breaks down the process of developing your website. Angela offers expert guidance and insider tips as she walks us through each step.

Contact:
Angela Visintainer
angela@mavenandsmith.com
410.924.0223 (mobile)

]]> Host Debbie Bowden presents a second featured insight with Angela Visitainer, Managing Partner of Maven and Smith. Whether you're embarking on a new website project or reimagining an existing one, this episode breaks down the process of developing your website. Angela offers expert guidance and insider tips as she walks us through each step.

Contact:
Angela Visintainer
angela@mavenandsmith.com
410.924.0223 (mobile)

]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/6frYgc2S+0q-epCah ]]> Debbie Bowden, Director of Caroline Economic Development Episode 27: Marketing Strategies for the Eastern Shore, featuring Angela Visintainer https://featured-insights.fireside.fm/27-angela-visintainer-1 9239060a-0fbf-480f-b770-89ea7bf5f916 Thu, 21 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -0400 Caroline Economic Development full Caroline Economic Development 22:08 no Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Angela Visintainer, Managing Partner of Maven and Smith. Listen in as Angela shares marketing, branding and advertising methods that are essential for your organization's marketing strategy here on the Eastern Shore. Contact: Angela Visintainer angela@mavenandsmith.com 410.924.0223 (mobile) Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Angela Visintainer, Managing Partner of Maven and Smith. Listen in as Angela shares marketing, branding and advertising methods that are essential for your organization's marketing strategy here on the Eastern Shore.

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Angela Visintainer
angela@mavenandsmith.com
410.924.0223 (mobile)

]]> Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Angela Visintainer, Managing Partner of Maven and Smith. Listen in as Angela shares marketing, branding and advertising methods that are essential for your organization's marketing strategy here on the Eastern Shore.

Contact:
Angela Visintainer
angela@mavenandsmith.com
410.924.0223 (mobile)

]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/6frYgc2S+1ENEy0ij ]]> Debbie Bowden, Director of Caroline Economic Development Episode 26: Inside the Office of Caroline Economic Development, featuring Debbie Bowden https://featured-insights.fireside.fm/26-debbie-bowden-1 e30762bb-6f4b-4f92-8b99-4056b89b17db Thu, 14 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -0400 Caroline Economic Development full Caroline Economic Development 14:38 no In this special episode, host Debbie Bowden presents her own insight as Director of the Caroline County Department of Economic Development and Tourism. Listen in to hear how Debbie and her office provide support to the business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs of Caroline County. In this special episode, host Debbie Bowden presents her own insight as Director of the Caroline County Department of Economic Development and Tourism. Listen in to hear how Debbie and her office provide support to the business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs of Caroline County.

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]]> In this special episode, host Debbie Bowden presents her own insight as Director of the Caroline County Department of Economic Development and Tourism. Listen in to hear how Debbie and her office provide support to the business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs of Caroline County.

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]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/6frYgc2S+KD59-t34 ]]> Debbie Bowden, Director of Caroline Economic Development Episode 25: Outside the Ivory Tower, featuring Tom Barkin https://featured-insights.fireside.fm/25-tom-barkin 606b5b73-6006-41d9-b21a-76d99161c2dd Thu, 07 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -0400 Caroline Economic Development full Caroline Economic Development 22:06 no Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Tom Barkin, President and Chief Executive Officer of the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond. This podcast episode was recorded on August 15, 2023 during Tom Barkin's recent visit to Caroline County, Maryland. Listen in to hear about his conversations today with local business leaders and stakeholders of our rural community. Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Tom Barkin, President and Chief Executive Officer of the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond. This podcast episode was recorded on August 15, 2023 during Tom Barkin's recent visit to Caroline County, Maryland. Listen in to hear about his conversations today with local business leaders and stakeholders of our rural community.

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]]> Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Tom Barkin, President and Chief Executive Officer of the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond. This podcast episode was recorded on August 15, 2023 during Tom Barkin's recent visit to Caroline County, Maryland. Listen in to hear about his conversations today with local business leaders and stakeholders of our rural community.

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]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/6frYgc2S+NW2fJome ]]> Debbie Bowden, Director of Caroline Economic Development Episode 24: The Advantages of Data Visualization for Business, featuring Erin Silva https://featured-insights.fireside.fm/24-erin-silva 17594473-8350-4605-840c-35972edd6205 Thu, 17 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -0400 Caroline Economic Development full Caroline Economic Development 24:37 no Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Erin Silva, Project Manager at the Eastern Shore Regional GIS Cooperative (ESRGC). Data visualization for businesses involves using graphical representations such as charts, graphs, maps, and dashboards to present complex data in a visually understandable and insightful manner. Listen in to hear how recent ESRGC projects enable local business owners to make informed decisions, identify trends, spot opportunities, and communicate their findings to stakeholders. Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Erin Silva, Project Manager at the Eastern Shore Regional GIS Cooperative (ESRGC). Data visualization for businesses involves using graphical representations such as charts, graphs, maps, and dashboards to present complex data in a visually understandable and insightful manner. Listen in to hear how recent ESRGC projects enable local business owners to make informed decisions, identify trends, spot opportunities, and communicate their findings to stakeholders.

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]]> Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Erin Silva, Project Manager at the Eastern Shore Regional GIS Cooperative (ESRGC). Data visualization for businesses involves using graphical representations such as charts, graphs, maps, and dashboards to present complex data in a visually understandable and insightful manner. Listen in to hear how recent ESRGC projects enable local business owners to make informed decisions, identify trends, spot opportunities, and communicate their findings to stakeholders.

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]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/6frYgc2S+MlBf85Ga ]]> Debbie Bowden, Director of Caroline Economic Development Episode 23: Comprehensive Zoning (Part II), featuring Kathleen Freeman and Leslie Grunden https://featured-insights.fireside.fm/23-comprehensive-zoning 8741c018-94d6-4733-a5a0-a3a5db2ee2fb Thu, 10 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -0400 Caroline Economic Development full Caroline Economic Development 19:32 no Host Debbie Bowden presents Part Two of the featured insight with Kathleen Freeman, Director, Caroline County Department of Planning and Codes and Leslie Grunden, Assistant Director of Planning, Caroline County Department of Planning and Codes. In this episode Kathleen and Leslie discuss regulations, environmental impacts, and current challenges of the antiquated zoning in Caroline County. Listen to hear how the Comprehensive Plan will initiate zoning reform Caroline County. Host Debbie Bowden presents Part Two of the featured insight with Kathleen Freeman, Director, Caroline County Department of Planning and Codes and Leslie Grunden, Assistant Director of Planning, Caroline County Department of Planning and Codes. In this episode Kathleen and Leslie discuss regulations, environmental impacts, and current challenges of the antiquated zoning in Caroline County. Listen to hear how the Comprehensive Plan will initiate zoning reform Caroline County.

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]]> Host Debbie Bowden presents Part Two of the featured insight with Kathleen Freeman, Director, Caroline County Department of Planning and Codes and Leslie Grunden, Assistant Director of Planning, Caroline County Department of Planning and Codes. In this episode Kathleen and Leslie discuss regulations, environmental impacts, and current challenges of the antiquated zoning in Caroline County. Listen to hear how the Comprehensive Plan will initiate zoning reform Caroline County.

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]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/6frYgc2S+s-jOtL-j ]]> Debbie Bowden, Director of Caroline Economic Development Episode 22: Caroline 2040 - Comprehensive Planning, featuring Kathleen Freeman & Leslie Grunden https://featured-insights.fireside.fm/22-caroline-comprehensive-planning 9ad00024-4953-46ba-a3de-b40c2a729a5e Wed, 02 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -0400 Caroline Economic Development full Caroline Economic Development 20:45 no Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with two guests, Kathleen Freeman, Director, Caroline County Department of Planning and Codes and Leslie Grunden, Assistant Director of Planning, Caroline County Department of Planning and Codes. The topic of discussion is Caroline County's comprehensive plan which is a policy document created every 10 years that records the long-term objectives of our County and includes an action plan to achieve those goals. During the planning process, information, data and public opinions are collected to address: • Future Growth and Land Use • Housing • Economic Development • Transportation and Mobility • Infrastructure and Utilities • Parks, Natural Resources, and the Environment Listen in to hear how the input you provide and how your participation can help with the future planning efforts of Caroline County. Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with two guests, Kathleen Freeman, Director, Caroline County Department of Planning and Codes and Leslie Grunden, Assistant Director of Planning, Caroline County Department of Planning and Codes. The topic of discussion is Caroline County's comprehensive plan which is a policy document created every 10 years that records the long-term objectives of our County and includes an action plan to achieve those goals. During the planning process, information, data and public opinions are collected to address:
• Future Growth and Land Use
• Housing
• Economic Development
• Transportation and Mobility
• Infrastructure and Utilities
• Parks, Natural Resources, and the Environment

Listen in to hear how the input you provide and how your participation can help with the future planning efforts of Caroline County.

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]]> Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with two guests, Kathleen Freeman, Director, Caroline County Department of Planning and Codes and Leslie Grunden, Assistant Director of Planning, Caroline County Department of Planning and Codes. The topic of discussion is Caroline County's comprehensive plan which is a policy document created every 10 years that records the long-term objectives of our County and includes an action plan to achieve those goals. During the planning process, information, data and public opinions are collected to address:
• Future Growth and Land Use
• Housing
• Economic Development
• Transportation and Mobility
• Infrastructure and Utilities
• Parks, Natural Resources, and the Environment

Listen in to hear how the input you provide and how your participation can help with the future planning efforts of Caroline County.

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]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/6frYgc2S+uHsTjdzv ]]> Debbie Bowden, Director of Caroline Economic Development Episode 21: Online Presence, Featuring Christine Allison https://featured-insights.fireside.fm/21-christine-allison 8ec3ae39-a676-41a1-a05f-bf2e7c0e3e8a Wed, 26 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -0400 Caroline Economic Development full Caroline Economic Development 23:19 no Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Christine Allison, Caroline County Business Owner. Her company, Webbed Presence, provides a host of web-related services for businesses and organizations. In this episode, Christy shares the essential components for creating a multi-faceted online presence to improve your company’s visibility and customer engagement. Listen in to hear the top recommendation she has for every single business! Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Christine Allison, Caroline County Business Owner. Her company, Webbed Presence, provides a host of web-related services for businesses and organizations. In this episode, Christy shares the essential components for creating a multi-faceted online presence to improve your company’s visibility and customer engagement. Listen in to hear the top recommendation she has for every single business!

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]]> Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Christine Allison, Caroline County Business Owner. Her company, Webbed Presence, provides a host of web-related services for businesses and organizations. In this episode, Christy shares the essential components for creating a multi-faceted online presence to improve your company’s visibility and customer engagement. Listen in to hear the top recommendation she has for every single business!

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]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/6frYgc2S+Zt-IuR1m ]]> Debbie Bowden, Director of Caroline Economic Development Episode 20: Serving Alcohol in Caroline County, featuring Crystal Dadds https://featured-insights.fireside.fm/20-crystal-dadds acd0b766-2f25-49f6-b960-df9ca997177c Thu, 20 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -0400 Caroline Economic Development full Caroline Economic Development 26:32 no Host Debbie Bowden presents a second featured insight with Crystal Dadds, Assistant Director of Codes, Caroline County Department of Planning & Codes. The Liquor Board for Caroline County operates through our Department of Planning & Codes. Crystal returns to tell us about the board, its processes and clarifies our county's laws. Host Debbie Bowden presents a second featured insight with Crystal Dadds, Assistant Director of Codes, Caroline County Department of Planning & Codes. The Liquor Board for Caroline County operates through our Department of Planning & Codes. Crystal returns to tell us about the board, its processes and clarifies our county's laws.

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]]> Host Debbie Bowden presents a second featured insight with Crystal Dadds, Assistant Director of Codes, Caroline County Department of Planning & Codes. The Liquor Board for Caroline County operates through our Department of Planning & Codes. Crystal returns to tell us about the board, its processes and clarifies our county's laws.

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]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/6frYgc2S+h4Jk6XtI ]]> Debbie Bowden, Director of Caroline Economic Development Episode 19: Business and Community Engagement with Benedictine, featuring Scott Evans https://featured-insights.fireside.fm/19-scott-evans f0b6231c-405f-445b-a7bc-ce99892b334d Thu, 13 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -0400 Caroline Economic Development full Caroline Economic Development 24:26 no Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Scott Evans, Executive Director of Benedictine. In operation for over 60 years, The Benedictine School and Foundation is one of Caroline County's largest employers. Benedictine offers a diverse range of services for children and adults with developmental & intellectual disabilities and autism. Exploring all facets of the organzation, and calling on local businesses to take a new look at Benedictine's employment program. Linked below is the video "Dignity of Work" which celebrates the success and synergy of Benedictine's employment program. Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Scott Evans, Executive Director of Benedictine. In operation for over 60 years, The Benedictine School and Foundation is one of Caroline County's largest employers. Benedictine offers a diverse range of services for children and adults with developmental & intellectual disabilities and autism. Exploring all facets of the organzation, and calling on local businesses to take a new look at Benedictine's employment program.

Linked below is the video "Dignity of Work" which celebrates the success and synergy of Benedictine's employment program.

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]]> Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Scott Evans, Executive Director of Benedictine. In operation for over 60 years, The Benedictine School and Foundation is one of Caroline County's largest employers. Benedictine offers a diverse range of services for children and adults with developmental & intellectual disabilities and autism. Exploring all facets of the organzation, and calling on local businesses to take a new look at Benedictine's employment program.

Linked below is the video "Dignity of Work" which celebrates the success and synergy of Benedictine's employment program.

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]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/6frYgc2S+CnMNyC7u ]]> Debbie Bowden, Director of Caroline Economic Development Episode 18: There Is Power In Belonging, featuring Laura Reeder https://featured-insights.fireside.fm/18-laura-reeder 925ffb28-2b81-4b5f-8e69-4807f2bf72cb Thu, 06 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -0400 Caroline Economic Development full Caroline Economic Development 19:40 no Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Laura Reeder, Assistant Vice President, Branch Manager at Shore United Bank in Denton. Laura shares an inside perspective of how a new committee at Shore United Bank supports Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion (DEI) in the workplace. Through employee education and outreach, the Culture Committee has introduced a new sense of belonging, shared purpose, and respect among employees. With thoughtful planning, Shore United Bank has refined their own DEI program that has already begun to attract positive experiences for their employees, customers, and our community. Connect with Laura Reeder: Laura.Reeder@shoreunitedbank.com 410-820-4007 Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Laura Reeder, Assistant Vice President, Branch Manager at Shore United Bank in Denton. Laura shares an inside perspective of how a new committee at Shore United Bank supports Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion (DEI) in the workplace. Through employee education and outreach, the Culture Committee has introduced a new sense of belonging, shared purpose, and respect among employees. With thoughtful planning, Shore United Bank has refined their own DEI program that has already begun to attract positive experiences for their employees, customers, and our community.

Connect with Laura Reeder:
Laura.Reeder@shoreunitedbank.com
410-820-4007

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]]> Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Laura Reeder, Assistant Vice President, Branch Manager at Shore United Bank in Denton. Laura shares an inside perspective of how a new committee at Shore United Bank supports Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion (DEI) in the workplace. Through employee education and outreach, the Culture Committee has introduced a new sense of belonging, shared purpose, and respect among employees. With thoughtful planning, Shore United Bank has refined their own DEI program that has already begun to attract positive experiences for their employees, customers, and our community.

Connect with Laura Reeder:
Laura.Reeder@shoreunitedbank.com
410-820-4007

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]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/6frYgc2S+1ldX6P9J ]]> Debbie Bowden, Director of Caroline Economic Development Episode 17: Engaging A New Generation Of Workers, featuring Eric Cook https://featured-insights.fireside.fm/17-eric-cook 210fd303-47d1-4147-ad72-e10105724cfa Thu, 29 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0400 Caroline Economic Development full Caroline Economic Development Youth Apprenticeship provides a tremendous opportunity for businesses to develop their future workforce. 25:47 no Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Eric Cook, Caroline County Public Schools Youth Apprenticeship Coordinator and Career & Technology Education Teacher Specialist. The Maryland Youth Apprenticeship Program is a new State program providing a tremendous opportunity for businesses to hire student-employees and develop their own highly skilled future workforce. Through on-the-job training and related classroom instruction, youth apprentices will acquire the knowledge and skills needed to become experts in your field and ready for full-time employment upon graduation. Listen in to hear more about Youth Apprenticeship from Eric and how to register your business in the program. Contact Eric Cook directly by email: cook.eric@ccpsstaff.org Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Eric Cook, Caroline County Public Schools Youth Apprenticeship Coordinator and Career & Technology Education Teacher Specialist. The Maryland Youth Apprenticeship Program is a new State program providing a tremendous opportunity for businesses to hire student-employees and develop their own highly skilled future workforce. Through on-the-job training and related classroom instruction, youth apprentices will acquire the knowledge and skills needed to become experts in your field and ready for full-time employment upon graduation. Listen in to hear more about Youth Apprenticeship from Eric and how to register your business in the program.

Contact Eric Cook directly by email: cook.eric@ccpsstaff.org

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]]> Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Eric Cook, Caroline County Public Schools Youth Apprenticeship Coordinator and Career & Technology Education Teacher Specialist. The Maryland Youth Apprenticeship Program is a new State program providing a tremendous opportunity for businesses to hire student-employees and develop their own highly skilled future workforce. Through on-the-job training and related classroom instruction, youth apprentices will acquire the knowledge and skills needed to become experts in your field and ready for full-time employment upon graduation. Listen in to hear more about Youth Apprenticeship from Eric and how to register your business in the program.

Contact Eric Cook directly by email: cook.eric@ccpsstaff.org

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]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/6frYgc2S+RWjXpPyM ]]> Debbie Bowden, Director of Caroline Economic Development Episode 16: Workforce Development with the WIB, featuring Dan Schneckenburger https://featured-insights.fireside.fm/16-dan-schneckenburger 5a0bd8ed-c357-44fb-a5b8-19225efcaaf8 Thu, 22 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0400 Caroline Economic Development full Caroline Economic Development Employers are meeting their workforce needs with help from the Upper Shore Workforce Investment Board (WIB) 23:21 no Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Daniel Schneckenburger, Executive Director, Upper Shore Workforce Investment Board. While continually assessing the needs of our regional job market, the WIB assists businesses to find qualified employees and workers to acquire the skills they need for employment opportunities. In this episode, hear about workforce training, individual career counseling, labor market trends, and how the WIB can help employers meet their present and future workforce needs. Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Daniel Schneckenburger, Executive Director, Upper Shore Workforce Investment Board.

While continually assessing the needs of our regional job market, the WIB assists businesses to find qualified employees and workers to acquire the skills they need for employment opportunities. In this episode, hear about workforce training, individual career counseling, labor market trends, and how the WIB can help employers meet their present and future workforce needs.

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]]> Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Daniel Schneckenburger, Executive Director, Upper Shore Workforce Investment Board.

While continually assessing the needs of our regional job market, the WIB assists businesses to find qualified employees and workers to acquire the skills they need for employment opportunities. In this episode, hear about workforce training, individual career counseling, labor market trends, and how the WIB can help employers meet their present and future workforce needs.

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]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/6frYgc2S+kbEyFtyY ]]> Debbie Bowden, Director of Caroline Economic Development Episode 15: Young Leaders in Training https://featured-insights.fireside.fm/15-young-leaders-ccrp d29073ac-4752-4aaf-9548-ecc160bb50b6 Thu, 15 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0400 Caroline Economic Development full Caroline Economic Development The Leaders and Counselors in Training Programs are designed to help young people become leaders both at camp and in their community. 23:22 no Host Debbie Bowden presents a special episode featuring the Caroline County Recreation & Parks Summer Camp Leadership Program, with Nicole Scott, LIT/CIT Coordinator, Katie Beebe-Cunningham, Program Specialist along with 8th & 9th Grade Students! Listen in as Anthony, Makaela, Katrina, Austin C., Layla, Austin S., and Ryleigh give firsthand accounts of the valuable leadership skills they are acquiring through the Leaders in Training (LIT) and Counselors in Training (CIT) Programs. Host Debbie Bowden presents a special episode featuring the Caroline County Recreation & Parks Summer Camp Leadership Program, with Nicole Scott, LIT/CIT Coordinator, Katie Beebe-Cunningham, Program Specialist along with 8th & 9th Grade Students! Listen in as Anthony, Makaela, Katrina, Austin C., Layla, Austin S., and Ryleigh give firsthand accounts of the valuable leadership skills they are acquiring through the Leaders in Training (LIT) and Counselors in Training (CIT) Programs.

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]]> Host Debbie Bowden presents a special episode featuring the Caroline County Recreation & Parks Summer Camp Leadership Program, with Nicole Scott, LIT/CIT Coordinator, Katie Beebe-Cunningham, Program Specialist along with 8th & 9th Grade Students! Listen in as Anthony, Makaela, Katrina, Austin C., Layla, Austin S., and Ryleigh give firsthand accounts of the valuable leadership skills they are acquiring through the Leaders in Training (LIT) and Counselors in Training (CIT) Programs.

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]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/6frYgc2S+hc5Lz7Z8 ]]> Debbie Bowden, Director of Caroline Economic Development Episode 14: Work-Life Balance with Child Care, featuring Heather Harding https://featured-insights.fireside.fm/14-heather-harding 83017e9d-6fb3-43c2-9606-eb7b59d1825b Thu, 08 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0400 Caroline Economic Development full Caroline Economic Development Gone are the days of babysitting! Today's childcare providers focus on early childhood learning and school readiness. 27:32 no Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Heather Harding, Acting Supervisor of Caroline County Early Headstart and Judy Centers. Locally and nationally, the childcare sector is recovering much slower than others post-pandemic. Heather and Debbie talk about childcare programs in Caroline County, current challeges for the providers and working parents, and reveal a possible solution on the horizon. Email: harding.heather@ccps.staff.org Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Heather Harding, Acting Supervisor of Caroline County Early Headstart and Judy Centers. Locally and nationally, the childcare sector is recovering much slower than others post-pandemic. Heather and Debbie talk about childcare programs in Caroline County, current challeges for the providers and working parents, and reveal a possible solution on the horizon.

Email: harding.heather@ccps.staff.org

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]]> Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Heather Harding, Acting Supervisor of Caroline County Early Headstart and Judy Centers. Locally and nationally, the childcare sector is recovering much slower than others post-pandemic. Heather and Debbie talk about childcare programs in Caroline County, current challeges for the providers and working parents, and reveal a possible solution on the horizon.

Email: harding.heather@ccps.staff.org

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]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/6frYgc2S+Oj13x1am ]]> Debbie Bowden, Director of Caroline Economic Development Episode 13: Opportunities for Rural Businesses with USDA, featuring Letitia Nichols https://featured-insights.fireside.fm/13-letitia-nichols 05b1816a-ec9f-4293-adf0-17397789c285 Thu, 01 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0400 Caroline Economic Development full Caroline Economic Development Hear about the USDA programs available to rural businesses 24:42 no Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Letitia Nichols, Deputy State Director, Delaware – Maryland State Office, Rural Development of USDA. Most people think the USDA only has programs for farms and Ag-based businesses. Hear about business development grants and loans available to non-Ag businesses located in rural communities. Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Letitia Nichols, Deputy State Director, Delaware – Maryland State Office, Rural Development of USDA. Most people think the USDA only has programs for farms and Ag-based businesses. Hear about business development grants and loans available to non-Ag businesses located in rural communities.

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]]> Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Letitia Nichols, Deputy State Director, Delaware – Maryland State Office, Rural Development of USDA. Most people think the USDA only has programs for farms and Ag-based businesses. Hear about business development grants and loans available to non-Ag businesses located in rural communities.

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]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/6frYgc2S+vuQwPHbu ]]> Debbie Bowden, Director of Caroline Economic Development Episode 12: Accessible Health Care for Working Parents, featuring Chrissy Bartz https://featured-insights.fireside.fm/12-chrissy-bartz 91c1bde7-e719-4851-9e21-ebd2c2bfda11 Thu, 25 May 2023 00:00:00 -0400 Caroline Economic Development full Caroline Economic Development A comprehensive look into the network of community based programs provided by Choptank Community Health. 26:04 no Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Chrissy Bartz, Director of Community Based Programs at Choptank Community Health Systems. As a federally qualified health center, Choptank Community Health not only provides a sliding fee program to their patients, CCH also offers extended hours at their three county locations, has mobile health units, a mobile dentist unit, and school-based health centers in every Caroline County school. Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Chrissy Bartz, Director of Community Based Programs at Choptank Community Health Systems. As a federally qualified health center, Choptank Community Health not only provides a sliding fee program to their patients, CCH also offers extended hours at their three county locations, has mobile health units, a mobile dentist unit, and school-based health centers in every Caroline County school.

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]]> Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Chrissy Bartz, Director of Community Based Programs at Choptank Community Health Systems. As a federally qualified health center, Choptank Community Health not only provides a sliding fee program to their patients, CCH also offers extended hours at their three county locations, has mobile health units, a mobile dentist unit, and school-based health centers in every Caroline County school.

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]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/6frYgc2S+t0N0GHw_ ]]> Debbie Bowden, Director of Caroline Economic Development Episode 11: Innovative Employee Recruitment & Retention Policies, featuring Courtney Stewart https://featured-insights.fireside.fm/11-courtney-stewart a6d6da2d-97a4-4155-90c3-50e9fd79f704 Tue, 16 May 2023 00:00:00 -0400 Caroline Economic Development full Caroline Economic Development 25:03 no Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Courtney Stewart, Director of Human Resources at Tri-Gas & Oil Company. The past few years have redefined the human resource industry in more ways than one. In this episode, Courtney shares innovative ideas and trends to help businesses hire new employees and retain the ones they have. Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Courtney Stewart, Director of Human Resources at Tri-Gas & Oil Company. The past few years have redefined the human resource industry in more ways than one. In this episode, Courtney shares innovative ideas and trends to help businesses hire new employees and retain the ones they have.

]]> Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Courtney Stewart, Director of Human Resources at Tri-Gas & Oil Company. The past few years have redefined the human resource industry in more ways than one. In this episode, Courtney shares innovative ideas and trends to help businesses hire new employees and retain the ones they have.

]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/6frYgc2S+UVJJe33S ]]> Debbie Bowden, Director of Caroline Economic Development Episode 10: Part 2 of Behavioral and Mental Health in the Workplace https://featured-insights.fireside.fm/9-jessica-tuel-part-2 36e0f65e-a6cc-48f2-af4c-8eb69e51e284 Wed, 10 May 2023 00:00:00 -0400 Caroline Economic Development full Caroline Economic Development Part 2 of Building a workplace wellness strategy. 22:33 no Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Jessica Tuel, Director of Behavioral Health and Caroline County Local Addiction Authority. Part 2 of 2 episodes. Taking a closer look at employer & employee human relationships and creating a custom workplace wellness strategy. Part 2 covers additional Behavioral Health issues, mainly substance use in Caroline County. Hear first hand about outpatient services Caroline County Health Department provides and how to help your employees in need. Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Jessica Tuel, Director of Behavioral Health and Caroline County Local Addiction Authority. Part 2 of 2 episodes.
Taking a closer look at employer & employee human relationships and creating a custom workplace wellness strategy. Part 2 covers additional Behavioral Health issues, mainly substance use in Caroline County. Hear first hand about outpatient services Caroline County Health Department provides and how to help your employees in need.

]]> Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Jessica Tuel, Director of Behavioral Health and Caroline County Local Addiction Authority. Part 2 of 2 episodes.
Taking a closer look at employer & employee human relationships and creating a custom workplace wellness strategy. Part 2 covers additional Behavioral Health issues, mainly substance use in Caroline County. Hear first hand about outpatient services Caroline County Health Department provides and how to help your employees in need.

]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/6frYgc2S+LOW_xi4o ]]> Debbie Bowden, Director of Caroline Economic Development Episode 9: Behavioral and Mental Health in the Workplace https://featured-insights.fireside.fm/9-jessica-tuel-part-1 9da76652-2d7c-4959-9cea-f87514d0195a Thu, 04 May 2023 00:00:00 -0400 Caroline Economic Development full Caroline Economic Development Building a workplace wellness strategy. 22:17 no Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Jessica Tuel, Director of Behavioral Health and Caroline County Local Addiction Authority. Part 1 of 2 episodes. Taking a closer look at employer & employee human relationships and creating a custom workplace wellness strategy. Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Jessica Tuel, Director of Behavioral Health and Caroline County Local Addiction Authority. Part 1 of 2 episodes. Taking a closer look at employer & employee human relationships and creating a custom workplace wellness strategy.

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]]> Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Jessica Tuel, Director of Behavioral Health and Caroline County Local Addiction Authority. Part 1 of 2 episodes. Taking a closer look at employer & employee human relationships and creating a custom workplace wellness strategy.

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]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/6frYgc2S+29Y3nW7a ]]> Debbie Bowden, Director of Caroline Economic Development Episode 8: Understanding Codes and Zoning in Caroline https://featured-insights.fireside.fm/8-crystal-dadds e60949a7-e8df-43f5-b84f-e1c6981a908b Wed, 26 Apr 2023 08:00:00 -0400 Caroline Economic Development full Caroline Economic Development Understanding codes, zoning, and how easy it is in Caroline County to apply online for permits online. 24:53 no Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Crystal Dadds, Assistant Director of Codes, Caroline County Department of Planning & Codes. Understanding why codes, zoning, and permitting are essential and beneficial to County businesses and residents. Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Crystal Dadds, Assistant Director of Codes, Caroline County Department of Planning & Codes. Understanding why codes, zoning, and permitting are essential and beneficial to County businesses and residents.

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]]> Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Crystal Dadds, Assistant Director of Codes, Caroline County Department of Planning & Codes. Understanding why codes, zoning, and permitting are essential and beneficial to County businesses and residents.

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]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/6frYgc2S+E8Slcffv ]]> Debbie Bowden, Director of Caroline Economic Development Episode 7: Commercial Real Estate & Development in Caroline County https://featured-insights.fireside.fm/7-meredith-mears d1bbee3a-2aed-432e-8b60-8dde6480d692 Wed, 19 Apr 2023 10:00:00 -0400 Caroline Economic Development full Caroline Economic Development It's no secret, Caroline County is attracting new business and industry, and all the while maintaining its rural character. 30:56 no Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Meredith Mears, Senior Advisor for SVN Miller Commercial Real Estate. It's no secret, how Caroline County is attracting new business and industry, and all the while maintaining its rural character. What new commercial real estate and development opportunities are available in Caroline, and which industries will our local workforce easily support? Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Meredith Mears, Senior Advisor for SVN Miller Commercial Real Estate. It's no secret, how Caroline County is attracting new business and industry, and all the while maintaining its rural character. What new commercial real estate and development opportunities are available in Caroline, and which industries will our local workforce easily support?

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]]> Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Meredith Mears, Senior Advisor for SVN Miller Commercial Real Estate. It's no secret, how Caroline County is attracting new business and industry, and all the while maintaining its rural character. What new commercial real estate and development opportunities are available in Caroline, and which industries will our local workforce easily support?

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]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/6frYgc2S+qYHdaKiQ ]]> Debbie Bowden, Director of Caroline Economic Development Episode 6: Removing Barriers for Employers to offer Retirement Programs https://featured-insights.fireside.fm/6-glenn-simmons 8de4b12a-9faa-4bf4-9839-ec26b767a646 Mon, 10 Apr 2023 16:15:00 -0400 Caroline Economic Development full Caroline Economic Development MarylandSaves is a state-sponsored retirement and emergency savings program designed for small business owners that is quick, easy, and FREE for Maryland employers 25:58 no Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Glenn Simmons, Executive Director & CEO of MarylandSaves. Launched in September 2022, MarylandSaves designed their retirement and emergency savings program to be as easy as possible for small businesses to participate. In this episode you will hear staggering retirement statistics of our 50+ population. Plus how to better your position and attract/retain the talent your company needs. Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Glenn Simmons, Executive Director & CEO of MarylandSaves. Launched in September 2022, MarylandSaves designed their retirement and emergency savings program to be as easy as possible for small businesses to participate. In this episode you will hear staggering retirement statistics of our 50+ population. Plus how to better your position and attract/retain the talent your company needs.

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]]> Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Glenn Simmons, Executive Director & CEO of MarylandSaves. Launched in September 2022, MarylandSaves designed their retirement and emergency savings program to be as easy as possible for small businesses to participate. In this episode you will hear staggering retirement statistics of our 50+ population. Plus how to better your position and attract/retain the talent your company needs.

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]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/6frYgc2S+XoDgGhl0 ]]> Debbie Bowden, Director of Caroline Economic Development Episode 5: Challenges of Community Development, featuring Dr. Derek Simmons https://featured-insights.fireside.fm/5-dr-derek-simmons 7988b93b-d27a-4af2-ad04-f0f03399f24b Wed, 01 Mar 2023 16:30:00 -0500 Caroline Economic Development full Caroline Economic Development Workforce re-engagement, private childcare, and transportation hurdles 29:19 no Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Dr. Derek Simmons, Superintendent of Caroline County Public Schools. Economic Development hurdles our community faces and how the lack of private childcare impacts everyone. Review of Caroline County’s census data with comparison to other Maryland counties. Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Dr. Derek Simmons, Superintendent of Caroline County Public Schools. Economic Development hurdles our community faces and how the lack of private childcare impacts everyone. Review of Caroline County’s census data with comparison to other Maryland counties.

]]> Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Dr. Derek Simmons, Superintendent of Caroline County Public Schools. Economic Development hurdles our community faces and how the lack of private childcare impacts everyone. Review of Caroline County’s census data with comparison to other Maryland counties.

]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/6frYgc2S+xSH8G08P ]]> Debbie Bowden, Director of Caroline Economic Development Episode 4: Career Readiness by Graduation, featuring Dr. Derek Simmons https://featured-insights.fireside.fm/4-dr-derek-simmons 2fa0480a-4fda-4921-9e81-bb133e0d4d8b Wed, 01 Mar 2023 16:00:00 -0500 Caroline Economic Development full Caroline Economic Development Creating custom career pathways for our students 29:17 no Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Dr. Derek Simmons, Superintendent of Caroline County Public Schools. Thinking of our school system as an employer, and how they are facing the same staffing/recruiting challenges as most businesses these days. Career pathways may include dual enrollment, trade schools, tech certifications, apprenticeships, military, or college. Dispelling the myth that college is the best option. School leaders are embedding themselves in our community to build new partnerships with business owners and community leaders. Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Dr. Derek Simmons, Superintendent of Caroline County Public Schools.
Thinking of our school system as an employer, and how they are facing the same staffing/recruiting challenges as most businesses these days. Career pathways may include dual enrollment, trade schools, tech certifications, apprenticeships, military, or college. Dispelling the myth that college is the best option. School leaders are embedding themselves in our community to build new partnerships with business owners and community leaders.

]]> Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Dr. Derek Simmons, Superintendent of Caroline County Public Schools.
Thinking of our school system as an employer, and how they are facing the same staffing/recruiting challenges as most businesses these days. Career pathways may include dual enrollment, trade schools, tech certifications, apprenticeships, military, or college. Dispelling the myth that college is the best option. School leaders are embedding themselves in our community to build new partnerships with business owners and community leaders.

]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/6frYgc2S+87HQVJg2 ]]> Debbie Bowden, Director of Caroline Economic Development Episode 3: Keeping the Hustle Alive, featuring Robyn Ritter https://featured-insights.fireside.fm/3-robyn-ritter fc8762c1-e61b-4511-b12b-73619ac254e2 Wed, 01 Mar 2023 15:00:00 -0500 Caroline Economic Development full Caroline Economic Development 23:33 no Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Robyn Ritter, owner and operator of several Caroline County businesses. Robyn tells her story of becoming a serial entrepreneur and gives insight on operating a variety of businesses in Caroline County alongside her family. Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Robyn Ritter, owner and operator of several Caroline County businesses. Robyn tells her story of becoming a serial entrepreneur and gives insight on operating a variety of businesses in Caroline County alongside her family.

]]> Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Robyn Ritter, owner and operator of several Caroline County businesses. Robyn tells her story of becoming a serial entrepreneur and gives insight on operating a variety of businesses in Caroline County alongside her family.

]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/6frYgc2S+dSDQ4mFO ]]> Debbie Bowden, Director of Caroline Economic Development Episode 2: Doing Business with the County, featuring Nicole Pearce https://featured-insights.fireside.fm/2-nicole-pearce 4367f2aa-78b1-4e2c-9f68-89d88b9ec49d Wed, 01 Mar 2023 14:00:00 -0500 Caroline Economic Development full Caroline Economic Development Exploring the County procurement process, learning about bid proposals, RFPs and opportunities for local contractors, consultants, service providers, vendors or suppliers. 28:07 no Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Nicole Pearce, Purchasing Coordinator, Caroline County Office of Finance. Explaining the process of doing Business with the County: What is the difference between bids, proposals, RFPs, or RFQs? What are the checks and balances in place when spending tax dollars? Did you know Caroline County businesses you receive a 5% preference on bids? Debbie and Nicole break down the process for local business owners; how to sign up for notifications and apply. awarded, bids, Caroline county, contractors, county government, eastern shore, economic development, local, maryland, office of finance, open bids, partnerships, procurement, quotes, rfb, rfp, rfq, small business Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Nicole Pearce, Purchasing Coordinator, Caroline County Office of Finance.

Explaining the process of doing Business with the County: What is the difference between bids, proposals, RFPs, or RFQs? What are the checks and balances in place when spending tax dollars? Did you know Caroline County businesses you receive a 5% preference on bids? Debbie and Nicole break down the process for local business owners; how to sign up for notifications and apply.

]]> Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Nicole Pearce, Purchasing Coordinator, Caroline County Office of Finance.

Explaining the process of doing Business with the County: What is the difference between bids, proposals, RFPs, or RFQs? What are the checks and balances in place when spending tax dollars? Did you know Caroline County businesses you receive a 5% preference on bids? Debbie and Nicole break down the process for local business owners; how to sign up for notifications and apply.

]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/6frYgc2S+iXdWEdWD ]]> Debbie Bowden, Director of Caroline Economic Development Episode 1: Enhancing the Visitor Experience, featuring Tara Hill-Coursey https://featured-insights.fireside.fm/1-tara-hill-coursey 0911b2c1-e195-4c74-98cc-53d64dfd531a Wed, 01 Mar 2023 13:00:00 -0500 Caroline Economic Development full Caroline Economic Development Rural tourism and the small-town charm of Caroline County Businesses 22:27 no Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Tara Hill-Coursey, Tourism Manager of Caroline County. Tara talks about her approach to enhancing our visitors’ experience and the importance of stakeholder partnerships. “Tourism...whatever people want to experience or imagine; it is different for each individual.” Other discussion topics include an overnight accommodations feasibility study, value-added agriculture, and how QR codes are a vital piece of information sharing while traveling. Debbie Bowden, Caroline County, Economic Development, Tara Hill Coursey, rural living, rural business, small business, local government, Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Tara Hill-Coursey, Tourism Manager of Caroline County. Tara talks about her approach to enhancing our visitors’ experience and the importance of stakeholder partnerships.

“Tourism...whatever people want to experience or imagine; it is different for each individual.”

Other discussion topics include an overnight accommodations feasibility study, value-added agriculture, and how QR codes are a vital piece of information sharing while traveling.

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]]> Host Debbie Bowden presents a featured insight with Tara Hill-Coursey, Tourism Manager of Caroline County. Tara talks about her approach to enhancing our visitors’ experience and the importance of stakeholder partnerships.

“Tourism...whatever people want to experience or imagine; it is different for each individual.”

Other discussion topics include an overnight accommodations feasibility study, value-added agriculture, and how QR codes are a vital piece of information sharing while traveling.

Links:

]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/6frYgc2S+nF4wHzgd ]]> Debbie Bowden, Director of Caroline Economic Development