In this episode, Daniel Fava addresses a common concern many therapists have—technology.  It's no secret that a lot of therapists shy away from new digital tools, whether it’s due to fear of change, lack of time to learn, or simply feeling like technology doesn’t fit into their practice. But what if embracing tech could make therapy more efficient, engaging, and accessible?  Daniel chats with Amity Cooper to explore this, who shares her insights on how therapists can leverage technology like AI and virtual reality to enhance their work and improve client care.  Amity is a professional counselor with a diverse background in business and mental health. Holding dual master's degrees in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and Conflict Resolutions, she has traversed a career path from marketing and product development to the mental health field. Her entrepreneurial background has not only given her a fresh perspective on therapy but also led her to coin the term "Therapreneur," which describes therapists who embrace both clinical work and entrepreneurship. Throughout the episode, Amity shares how therapists can benefit from thinking like business owners while still delivering high-quality care to clients. She believes that combining therapeutic expertise with smart business practices can help therapists run thriving, sustainable practices. But the conversation doesn't stop there! Amity and Daniel dive into some cutting-edge topics like AI (artificial intelligence) and VR (virtual reality) and how these technologies are starting to transform the therapy space.  While technology can feel intimidating to some, Amity encourages therapists to push past their fears and embrace the future. Whether it's using AI-powered chatbots or note-taking tools that simplify admin work or introducing clients to VR experiences that create immersive therapeutic environments, there's a lot of potential for these tools to elevate therapy practices. This conversation will help you shift your mindset and see how integrating these tools can empower both you and your practice.   Key Takeaways: Innovation in Therapy: Amity Cooper wants therapists to think beyond the therapy room and adopt a "Therapreneur" mindset. By blending therapy skills with business know-how, therapists can build successful and innovative practices. AI as a Co-Pilot: AI isn't something to be afraid of! Amity talks about tools like ChatGPT and Decipher AI, which can help therapists manage their workload by automating tasks like writing, engaging with clients, and even creating content for blogs or social media. This frees up time for therapists to focus on what matters most—helping clients. The Power of VR: Imagine being able to take your clients into a fully immersive environment where they can safely confront their fears or practice new skills in a controlled space. That's the power of virtual reality in therapy, and it's opening up new possibilities for enhancing client experiences. Bridging the Tech Gap: The mental health industry has been slow to adopt new technologies, and Amity believes it's crucial to close that gap. By staying current with tech advances, therapists can improve their services and meet clients' evolving needs. Empowering the Profession: One of the biggest takeaways from this conversation is that therapists should be part of the technological revolution in mental health. If clinicians don’t embrace these changes, there’s a risk that tech companies might take the lead and leave therapists out of the equation. Amity’s message is clear—therapists need to be involved in shaping the future of their field.   Links mentioned in this episode: Clinical Career Collective Website Do This First Bootcamp Clinical Career Collective on Facebook Connect with Amity on LinkedIn Amelia by XRhealth  

In this episode, we talk with Israel Peña, who shares his incredible 13-year journey working on a historic elementary school modernization project in Beverly Hills. From the challenges of agency approval, unforeseen structural issues, and the complexities of preserving the historical fabric of buildings, Israel takes us through the entire process that he has actively worked on since it began in early 2011. We also explore his unique way of coping with stress through running and fitness, along with his passion project: an elaborate Pirates of the Caribbean-themed Halloween display at his home that also serves as a charitable endeavor.Episode Sponsor - WorldTeamsWorldTeams can help your firm grow with a skilled and reliable remote team. Schedule a free consultation at https://worldteams.com/hire-top-talent.Episode Links:Bridging Centuries - El Rodeo Elementary School YouTube videoIsrael’s Pirates of the Caribbean Halloween Display-----Thank you for listening to Archispeak. For more episodes please visit https://archispeakpodcast.com.Support Archispeak by making a donation.

Welcome to Sew & So, brought to you by BERNINA, made to create! I’m Meg Goodman, and today, you’re in for an exclusive treat. Join me on a behind-the-scenes tour of a truly extraordinary milestone—the 50th anniversary of the Houston Quilt Festival.  This isn’t just any quilt show; it’s an international celebration of artistry, creativity, and history. We’ll be diving deep with attendees, educators, personalities, and prize-winning quilters, capturing those moments that make this event so iconic. And, of course, we’ll be peeking behind the curtains… because that’s what we love to do on Sew & So, bringing you right into the heart of the action at one of the world’s most renowned quilt festivals. This legendary event began in 1974, a time when the world was changing fast. Karey Bresenhan, a visionary, opened her quilt shop, Great Expectations, in Houston, Texas, sparking what would become an incredible journey. Just to give you a sense of that time: President Nixon resigned over Watergate, ABBA’s Waterloo was topping charts, and movies like The Godfather Part II and Blazing Saddles were captivating audiences. Nike was filing its first patent, People magazine launched, and fashion was all about flared pants and leisure suits. Quite a backdrop, right?   The Festival’s Remarkable History (1:34)Bob Ruggiero, Vice President of Communications for Quilts, Inc. (www.quiltsinc.com), shares the fascinating story of how the festival began in 1974 and grew into an international sensation. From behind-the-scenes secrets to exciting plans for the future, Bob’s insights set the stage for our journey. International Flavors and Creative Innovation (6:31)Meet vibrant vendors like Isabelle Bische from France and Karen Barry of Quilt Passions in Kailua Kona, HI. From Quilts to Mysteries (8:56)Bestselling author Arlene Sachitano (www.Arlenesachitano.com), known for her Harriet Truman/Loose Threads mystery series, explains how Houston inspires her work and why this festival is close to her heart. Stories from Attendees (11:37)Quilters Kim and Jean from Quero, TX, and Becky and Anne from Georgetown, TX, reflect on their favorite moments, while April from Texas and Scott from California share their first impressions of the festival. A Global Masterpiece (13:05)Discover this year’s Best of Show quilt, a breathtaking creation from China. Hear from the artist, Chen Jing, in a touching conversation made possible through a friend and Google Translate. Let’s let Bob Ruggiero introduce it. Artistry Meets Innovation (17:29)Past Sew & So guest Kestral Michaud (www.kestralmichaud.com) returns as the winner of the Master Award for Contemporary Artistry. Her journey continues to inspire!  Empowering Communities (18:36 & 22:35)Spotlight on nonprofits: Meet newcomers like Danielle Harper from the Barbara Bush Foundation (www.bushhoustonliteracy.org) and Jessica Rudolph from My Very Own Blanket (www.myveryownblanket.org), as well as returning groups like MD Anderson (www.mdanderson.org/ovarian-quilt-project), Sew Powerful (www.sewpowerful.org), and Creativity Shell (www.creativityshell.org). Learn about their incredible missions and how you can help.  Deep in the heart (24:58)In the charming town of LaGrange, TX stands the Texas Quilt Museum. www.texasquilymuseim.org Meet Executive Director Deborah Blanchette Bradley who shares its story and its effort to preserve the history and future of quilting. Why they were there (26:47)Meet attendees April from Texas and Scott from California and they talk about their event experience. Meet Jeanne Delpit of BERNINA (27:42)Making her Sew & So debut, Jeanne (https://weallsew.com/author/jeannecd/) offers a peek behind the scenes of the BERNINA exhibit and her role as National Events Manager.  Rising Stars and Seasoned Pros (30:50 & 34:31)Get to know Nick Jarrett, a newcomer mentored by Ricky Tims, and Uzoma Samuel, who updates us on his artistic achievements since QuiltCon.  Serging Queen and Quilting Royalty (34:58)BERNINA’s Pam Mahshie (@pammahshie) and Toni Smith, a.k.a. Quiltoni (www.quiltoni.com), share their latest projects and Houston experiences.  The Magic of Haute Couture (37:52 & 41:19)Fashion visionary Joe Vecchiarelli (@joevecchiarelli) who has many collaborations with Disney, Dancing with the Stars, and Dolly Parton, tells us what he’s been up to lately.(40:22) And then there’s the wonderful “Evening of Style with Nick Verreos” that Joe was responsible for making happen… An Evening of Style (41:19)And then…there’s Nick himself! www.nickverreos.com(46:32)Join us now in the front row for this amazing display of Haute Couture as Nick Verreos provide commentary on his wonderful creations. Here’s Jill Benge to lead off the evening!  And the Winners Are… (48:41)Meet the three winners of the BERNINA machines raffled off at the fashion show Kim GImblet, Wendy Shapiro, and Elizabeth Martin  Reflections (49:49)And what did Beth from Pittsburg, Kathy from Prescott, AZ and Lynn from Colleyville TX think of the show?! A Grand Finale (50:37)Bob Ruggiero wraps up the festival with his reflections on this momentous event.And it’s this very spirit—the connections, the creativity, the shared passion—that makes the Houston Quilt Festival so extraordinary. We at Sew & So were honored to be right there on the floor, immersed in it all. Our deepest thanks to everyone who shared their time, their stories, and their enthusiasm with us, painting a vivid picture of what makes this festival a cherished experience year after yearBe sure to subscribe to, review and rate this podcast on your favorite platform…and visit our website sewandsopodcast.com for more information about today’s and all of our Guests. That’s S E W A N D S O Podcast.com. Be sure to subscribe to, review and rate this podcast on your favorite platform…and visit our website sewandsopodcast.com for more information about today’s and all of our Guests. 

Luxury design visionary Alexander Dornbracht of Kallista shares his remarkable journey from a family deeply rooted in the kitchen and bath industry to leading a brand under the prestigious Kohler umbrella. Raised in Germany with a passion for interior design, Alexander's unique perspective on luxury goods shapes his leadership at Kallista. During our conversation, he reveals how those formative family dinner conversations influenced his dedication to creating innovative, one-of-a-kind designs that align with Kallista's core values.We explore the vibrant company culture at Kallista, where a bottom-up approach empowers creativity and innovation, particularly in the luxury bathroom and kitchen spaces. Alexander provides insight into the meticulous product development process, emphasizing how a product's "love story" aligns with brand pillars to seamlessly blend design and purpose. As personalization trends sweep the industry, Kallista embraces this shift, offering tailored consumer experiences that reflect a commitment to quality and innovation.Looking ahead, Alexander outlines his ambitious vision for Kallista's global expansion, aiming to establish a strong presence in markets renowned for high design standards. He stresses the importance of maintaining core competencies while embracing artisan partnerships and innovation. Throughout the episode, Alexander's personal anecdotes highlight the significance of mentorship and the unexpected paths that shape leadership, leaving listeners inspired by his journey and Kallista's role in elevating American design on the global stage.

I was at the largest Christmas craft show in our local area and saw the Janet Stark Hand Made Coats booth. Her coats blew my mind! The colors! The impeccable stitching! The Canadian themes! The next level wool upscaling! Excellent Canadian design! Janet sells via her facebook page here:https://www.facebook.com/JanetsArtisanCoats There seems to be a design or software flaw in the Nikon Z8 that prevents live video from being displayed on an external monitor with an HDMI cable. This is a serious problem for anyone who wants to use the Z8 to record professional quality video. Nikon’s marketing for the Z8 really sells the video potential of the camera but Nikon needs to address this critical flaw right away. Fix it. TRIBE - The World's Luxury Cannabis Jeweler https://tribe.ca   Send an email to alexd@cannabisgoldsmith.com to get on our mailing list or to order products.   The Cannabis Goldsmith is an Art & Design podcast produced by TRIBE COMMUNICATIONS INC. in Ontario, Upper Canada. ©2024 TRIBE   TRIBE is a registered trademark

Tile, sinks and faucets - a kitchen and bath renovation can be so overwhelming! Today I’m joined by Emily and Dawn of Torrco Design Center, who reveal how having the right team behind you can take the overwhelm out of the process. They also provide some great tips and best practices for accomplishing the next renovation project you tackle in your home, along with the pitfalls to watch for, and so much more.  Emily Becker Fasano is a Senior Sales & Design Associate and part owner of Torrco, a family-owned plumbing, heating, and HVAC supply wholesaler with a rich history spanning over 107 years based in Waterbury, Connecticut. As the fourth generation of the family business started by Emily’s great grandfather in 1917, she works alongside her husband Chris Fasano,Torrco’s president, and her sister Molly (Stamford location).  Emily is based in Torrco’s Design Center in New Haven, where she specializes in delivering a knowledgeable and comprehensive design experience for her clients.  Dawn Corbo is Showroom Director for Torrco Design Center and she has been with the company for 20 years, starting in her career in the showroom as an internship, while finishing a BA in Interior Design at University of New Haven. Dawn’s experience with clients over the years, and managing showrooms, helps her to lead the Torrco Design Center team in creating an exceptional client experience. Although Dawn’s focus is now on the business side of the showroom, she fulfills her passion for design by working closely with Torrco’s vendors, building relationships with the Builder, Architect, Designer community and designing the Torrco showrooms to stay on trend and inspirational. If you’re in Connecticut and have a Torrco Design Center in your local area, I encourage you to visit their showroom to learn more about all the products and services they provide for homeowners. With the sea of options and information available, having professionals like Emily, Dawn and the team at Torrco by your side through the renovation process can make all the difference, and I’m so happy that they stopped by the podcast to share their expertise with you today.  You can watch the video of this episode with Emily and Dawn, and all the interviews I have our other amazing guests on my YouTube channel, www.youtube.com/@jillkalmaninteriors.  I have a freebie that you are not going to want to miss, called Find Your Interior Design Style! With it you can define your interior design style with what I call my “down-to-earth” method that will help you start decorating your dream home right away, the right way. To get started now all you have to do is go to www.jillkalmaninteriors.com/quiz!  Did you know that I offer digital design services? That’s right, from the comfort of your own home you can work with me and get a room designed (we’ve done 200 rooms and counting with these services)! My 1-to-1 consultation, Room Service, will give you the complete plan for an entire space, and my new Room RX gets any problem diagnosed and remedied very fast (it’s also a 1-on-1 consultation with me, and it’s only $249). Head over to my website or click here to learn more and schedule your time in to take advantage of these incredible savings - so you can have the room you dream of today! Get full show notes and more information at: https://jillkalmaninteriors.com/podcast  

Can leather be sustainable? Discover how innovative technologies are transforming leather into a high-performing, biocircular material that starts and ends with nature. This episode of Create Tomorrow explores Ecotan Leather, a natural leather tanning technology which replaces traditional chemical-based tanning, like chrome, with plant-based alternatives. Join Lisa White, WGSN’s Director of Strategic Forecasting, and Randi Seiff, US Representative for Ecotan Leather, CEO and Co-founder of Treun House Atelier as they discuss how the fashion industry is embracing sustainable luxury. Learn from Randi leading the way by designing sustainable leather trainers with benefits for human and planet health

On today’s episode of Architectette we welcome Chrissie Davis.  Chrissie is a general contractor and founder of San Jose based, Incorage. She partners with developers, subcontractors, and the larger development community to build multi-family and mixed-use housing across the Bay Area. In this episode, we also explore her previous role as President of CORE Builders, where she led the company to triple its business, making it the 25th largest general contractor in Silicon Valley and the “best residential contractor to work for with under 50 employees” in 2023. As President, Chrissie was proud of cultivating a diverse team, comprised of 50% women and 75% people of color, and aims to create a similar environment of success and inclusion as she expands Incorage. We talk about: - Chrissie’s career as a general contractor and how she grew from Assistant Project Manager to President. - Chrissie elaborates on her strategies for growth including system implementation, market expansion, and business development that helped CORE Builders grow from $30 million to $100 million in revenue. - We next talk about how the lack of diversity and representation of women leadership of general contracting firms in the Bay Area influenced her to start her own company.  - We hear about Chrissie’s passion for affordable housing, landing Incorage’s first project, managing her routine and workload as a solopreneur, and the power of gratitude, journaling, and Sheryl Sandberg’s Lean In.  Links: Connect with Chrissie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrissie-davis-general-contractor/ Books mentioned on the podcast: Architectette Bookshop Architectette Podcast Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.architectette.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with the pod on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, Instagram (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@architectette⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠), and TikTok (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@architectette⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) Exclusive Content on our Newsletter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.architectette.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Support the podcast on Patreon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://patreon.com/Architectette?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=join_link⁠⁠⁠⁠ Music by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠AlexGrohl⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ from ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pixabay⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

Joe Natoli is a renowned UX design consultant, advisor, and educator. Now, he’s collaborated with Leah Buley on a new edition of her classic book, The User Experience Team of One. That is the subject of our conversation.See full show notes at:https://theinformed.life/2024/11/17/episode-153-joe-natoli/

If you’ve ever wondered, "How many emails should we send in our year-end campaign?" Turns out, you're not alone!  We get this question every year, and now, thanks to Jaime Freidrichs, a fundraising coach dedicated to helping small but mighty organizations succeed, and 71 nonprofit survey participants — we’ve got some real data to guide you. In our latest episode (and blog post), we dive into the findings of Jaime’s study on the 2023 year-end email strategies of 71 nonprofits running online campaigns to understand: How frequently successful nonprofits emailed their supporters. The sweet spot for sending emails (without overloading your supporters). Surprising stats on email volume vs. meeting fundraising goals. With this survey Jaime hopes to take at least SOME of the guesswork out of your year-end email strategy. Read the fully formatted blog post to accompany this episode at: [link to episode on MayeCreate.com]