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Deborah Pollack-Milgate is a partner in intellectual property at Barnes & Thornburg and co-host of the Parity Podcast.    Deborah represents businesses of all sizes and individuals in patent, trade secret, trademark, and complex commercial litigation, including antitrust and contract litigation. Co-chair of the firm's European Services Practice Group, she routinely presents in the German language on patent and other intellectual property matters. Her honors include: The Best Lawyers in America, 2015-2023; Lawyer of the Year, 2018, 2020, 2022; Indiana Super Lawyers, 2016-2023; Chambers USA, 2022; and BTI Client Service All Star, 2020.    With previous Waymarker guest Cathy Nestrick, Deborah founded the Parity Podcast, a movement dedicated to building a more fair and equitable workplace so that we all have the same opportunities to develop, prosper, and grow. She's laser-focused on helping people across gender identities work together to change the status quo for women's equity.      Deborah earned an MA from Indiana University and a JD from Rutgers University. A member of multiple associations, Deborah is the former president of Women & Hi-Tech and currently serves as a board member for the Indiana Health Industry Forum and the Vice Chair of the Indiana Germany Business Council.    Learn more about her work on LinkedIn and at: par-ity.com. Waymarker, meet Deborah Pollack-Milgate. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/waymarker/support

Raju Narisetti is a journalism and media icon who currently leads global publishing for McKinsey & Company, the globally renowned management consulting firm. At McKinsey, Raju leads an organization responsible for all publishing channels including its website, video, podcasts, newsletters, reports and the McKinsey Quarterly in print, and more. Raju has led the newsrooms and businesses of some of the largest, best known organizations in the world. It's a resume that would take too long to read but includes The Wall Street Journal, The Washington Post, The Economic Times, News Corp, Gizmodo, and he's founder of India’s national business newspaper, Mint. Anchored in diversity with a proven global track record at the highest levels, Raju's career has helped some of the oldest brand names rediscover and ethically maintain their digital-centric relevance. As a writer and content marketer who began in hyperlocal journalism, interviewing Raju is a massive honor and opportunity I don't take lightly. He's truly world-class and his approachability is inspiring. Waymarker, meet Raju Narisetti. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/waymarker/support

Alie Pflum is currently a Conservation Public Relations Specialist at the Indianapolis Zoo. Prior to joining the Indianapolis Zoo, she served in various roles including ad agency account management and media coordination at Entertainment Tonight (ET). After graduating from IUPUI with a degree in Journalism, Alie moved across country to Los Angeles, California to pursue a career in the entertainment industry. Working at Entertainment Tonight, she gained experience assisting producers and directors to collect content for daily show segments, assisted field producers on press junkets, aided field producers on field assignments, maintained confidentiality, drafted shoot reports, drafted and wrote press releases, pitched show segment ideas, prepped talent, trained in multiple departments, and coordinated with publicity agents to secure interviews. Alie had led an interesting career so far and the Waymarker community is pleased to welcome her on this latest episode!  Learn more about the Indianapolis Prize at: https://www.indianapoliszoo.com/prize --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/waymarker/support

Jason Whitney is the Chief Venture Officer at IU Ventures and Executive Director of the IU Angel Network, organizations that help fuel and support entrepreneurs affiliated with Indiana University.  Following several successful ventures, Jason has spent the last decade developing and running award-winning innovative programs to support and develop entrepreneurial ecosystems across several distinct communities. These unique programs have been economic development drivers on local, national, and global platforms. Current initiatives led by Jason are focused on the development and growth of early-stage venture investing platforms in a university structure. This involves developing one-of-a-kind engagement opportunities with a global alumni audience, supporting university spin out companies, and developing ways to enhance the educational opportunities of students. Jason serves as a board member and advisor to several organizations including the IUPUI Department of BioHealth Informatics, Dimension Mill, Valdosta State University J. Donald Lee Center for Entrepreneurship, Bloomington Economic Development Corporation, and the Indiana Small Business Development Center - Southern Region.  A graduate of IU Bloomington, Jason earned his BS in Management and was involved in several student associations.  Make sure to follow this podcast and subscribe to Waymarker's newsletter at: https://www.getrevue.co/profile/jimmyg --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/waymarker/support

Cathy Nestrick is a gender equity and DEI strategist, speaker, and senior leader. Cathy is the Co-Host of Parity Podcast where she is building a community of like-minded women and men to achieve workplace parity through their signature "Parity Prescription." Cathy wants a work world where women are accepted for who they are, with the same opportunities as men. She truly believes that organizations which implement the Parity Prescription will see meaningful progress towards gender equity. Cathy is a frequent speaker on topics such as gender equality, how to build inclusive cultures, recognizing unconscious bias, and the importance of male allies. Cathy is the former Vice President and General Counsel at Berry Global where she founded the company's diversity and inclusion initiative. A community leader, Cathy has served on 10 different non-profit boards as a volunteer co-chair or President. Cathy attended Hanover College where she earned a BA in both Economics and Business Administration, and Indiana University Robert H. Mckinney School of Law where she earned her Juris Doctor. I love Cathy and Deborah's Parity Podcast; I look forward to learning from and sharing their amazing resources. In this episode description and on all our social media posts, I will provide links to their podcast, website, and free resources for those listeners who are ready to take action now. Now, let's meet DEI leader and new friend of the community, Cathy Nestrick. Follow the Parity Podcast: https://www.par-ity.com/ Connect with Cathy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cathy-nestrick-88222426/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/waymarker/support

Seth Morales is the Chief Executive Officer at Morales Group where he joined as employee #5 in 2005. Regarded as one of the top executives in staffing and recruiting, Seth served Morales Group in various sales, marketing, and operations roles before becoming CEO in 2020. Since 2005, Seth has helped scale the business from a few million dollars per year in sales to now over $150 million. Seth also hosts a podcast called No Milk No Sugar, where he talks to local movers and shakers in Indianapolis about what can be the harsh reality of doing business - covering what no one likes to advertise but everyone wants to hear. Outside of investing in the people of Morales Group, Seth serves on several community boards including the Indiana Latino Institute and Ascension St. Vincent Health. In his own words, "A long long time ago, I caught the game winning touchdown pass from Drew Brees to beat Ohio State which gave us the opportunity to win the Big Ten Championship and to play in the Rose Bowl." As a former college football player myself (at a much smaller level), I'm obsessed with this fact. While at Purdue University, Seth earned a bachelor of arts degree, Academic All Big Ten, and belonged to several campus organizations including the football program. Later, Seth also earned an MBA from the University of Notre Dame. Morales Group is different. In fact, Seth considers them to be a cause disguised as a company. Morales Group is a nationally recognized, Indianapolis based MBE staffing company. Their family of services deliver measurable results and an array of solutions for many staffing needs. They draw upon the unique spirit and ability of a globally diverse workforce to enhance their clients' business agility, productivity, and competitiveness. Learn more about their work and impact at MoralesGroup.net. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/waymarker/support

Portia Obeng is a social media strategist with over 10 years of experience in social media strategy and content management. She started before Snaps were chatted, Instagram had stories, and Tiks were toked; and her current specialties are Instagram and LinkedIn.  She works to help people and organizations understand how they can use social media, not let social media use them. She encourages them to step away from continuous mindless scrolling and figure out how to use social media to enhance their work, lives, and personal brands.  Portia loves being Ghanaian, spicy food, dancing, live music, listening to podcasts, experiencing new countries, and reading a good book (preferably on a beautiful beach in Ghana). Learn more: https://www.portiaobeng.com/ #socialmedia #linkedin #instagram --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/waymarker/support

Gib Staunton is the founder and Principal of Staunton Career Advisors.  At Staunton Career Advisors, Gib works with young adults who are entering the workforce for the first time or switching careers to help them find a field that best matches their interests and aptitude. Gib also can help them navigate the process of building a resume, writing an effective cover letter, and developing strong interview skills. Gib also works with mid-career individuals in an executive coaching capacity to improve their organizational, management, and leadership skills. Prior to founding Staunton Career Advisors, Gib capped off a successful career in educational leadership as Director of Lower School Admissions at St. Anne's Belfield School. Gib graduated from the University of Virginia with a BS in Elementary Education and Teaching and currently resides in the Charlottesville, Virginia area. Staunton Career Advisors is the exclusive provider of early career advising for Waymarker community members. To book an engagement, email Gib directly at gib@stauntoncareeradvisors.com. Waymarker, meet friend and now advisor of the community, Gib Staunton! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/waymarker/support

Hannah Slover is the Community Manager of Purpose Jobs, the Midwest's largest startup and tech community. At Purpose Jobs, Hannah is responsible for designing and managing their rapid-growth talent community, connecting top talent with purpose-driven companies based on values, experience, and culture contribution. Prior to joining Purpose Jobs, Hannah served Ascend Indiana (where she joined as an Americorps VISTA member) as Manager of Campus Partnerships and Manager of Strategy and Operations. She kicked off her career in talent community-building with the Indiana State Fairgrounds and Event Center, where she hired over 1300 employees for the Indiana State Fair as an HR Intern. A graduate of Hanover College, where she was heavily involved in the campus community, Hannah earned a BA in Geology with minors in Spanish and Communication. Outside of work, Hannah has been a volunteer and advisory board member for several organizations, primarily focused on education and career services. Waymarker, meet world-class community leader, Hannah Slover. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/waymarker/support

Heart by Waymarker is a special podcast series that looks at the career journeys of healthcare leaders.  Dr. Taryn Papandria is Medical Director and Chief Physician of Hancock Health's emergency department. Approaching two decades as an emergency medicine physician, Dr. Papandria has served the same central Indiana community for the past 15 years -- including leading an already-busy department during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. A graduate of Indiana University with a Bachelor of Science in Biology - and Des Moines University's Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine - Dr. Papandria is a member of The American College of Emergency Physicians and The American College of Osteopathic Emergency Physicians. Waymarker, meet my good friend and a driven public servant, Dr. Taryn Papandria. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/waymarker/support

Tracy J. Edmonds is an executive coach and diversity, equity, and inclusion consultant. A former corporate executive, Tracy's work is her passion. She brings all her authenticity, wisdom, skill, and experience to every coaching and consulting engagement to help you, your team, or your organization achieve success.She teaches her framework for mastering authenticity as the driver to creating successful careers, teams, and organizations. She specializes in coaching women - especially minority women - on bringing out their best in a corporate environment and leaving their unique stamp on the roles they hold and work that they do.As a diversity, equity, and inclusion consultant, Tracy offers a unique blend of strategic planning and execution mindset. She coaches executives and leaders to leverage their authenticity to drive meaningful DEI strategy. She only partners with organizations that are committed to meaningful impact and that demonstrate their commitment through action.Tracy is also an author and speaker who speaks on the topics of diversity, inclusion, authenticity, and leadership. Tracy served Anthem as its Chief Diversity Officer, as well as several other senior leadership roles in human resources, talent management, and operations. She earned a bachelor's degree in accounting from the University of Cincinnati and an MBA from Xavier University. Her book Wild Hair: A Courageous Woman's Guide to a Bold and Authentic Career, is available for sale online at Amazon, Barnes and Noble, and all major book outlets. Waymarker, meet friend of the community, Tracy J. Edmonds! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/waymarker/support

Ali Gaumnitz is Customer Success Manager at ENGAGE, an advanced fintech company for industrial workflows.  Ali has served in several leadership roles within technology companies like Operations Manager, Customer Advocate Manager, and Recruiter. Prior to her career in tech, Ali had a successful career in retail management -- working for some of the largest store brands in the world. In the workplace, Ali is known for her patience, empathy, and ability to quickly solve problems. In many ways, I owe Ali my career in tech. She was a part of the hiring group that gave me my first shot at Zen Planner. She trusted me to move from Indiana to Colorado to start a job without having any full-time tech or customer success experience. Then, while at lunch on my first week, she told me the marketing team was hiring a writer and encouraged me to apply. I've heard many stories like mine about Ali, including from Gabe Anderson on the Waymarker podcast!  Waymarker, meet one of the best models for servant leadership I know, Ali Gaumnitz. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/waymarker/support

Kai Han is the Co-Founder and CEO of Pallet. Pallet is a startup building the modern hiring infrastructure, where an ecosystem of niche creators and communities are where companies go to post their jobs and look for top talent. Prior to co-founding Pallet, Kai helped create Laurel Pursuit Studios and was a venture investor at Galaxy Interactive. Kai attended the University of Oxford where he studied Economics and Management. There, he was involved in several leadership roles on campus including President of the Oxford Blockchain Society and Advisory Board Member at the Oxford Foundry. I met Kai (and Pallet) on Twitter where I saw a popular creator in the tech world had started a job listing with them. I reached out, met with another co-founder (Jake), and immediately signed up Waymarker. Pallet powers our Waymarker Tech job listing, a place for emerging tech talent to connect with early-career opportunities in sales and support. I'm a believer in Kai and Pallet, and I look forward to watching their movement grow. Waymarker, meet friend of the community, Kai Han. Learn more about Pallet at pallet.xyz Join the Possible waitlist: https://www.heypossible.com/?utm_campaign=waymarker&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=website&utm_content=&utm_term= Theme music by Pyro: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6hDRJWZGgQ5XFsyUfvqfOH?si=j3GeKTj9QDCw0pKjbcTXdg&dl_branch=1 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/waymarker/support

Jared Revlett is the Public Information Officer for Owensboro Public Schools in Owensboro, Kentucky. In his role, Jared leads the coordination, management, and implementation of all communications for the school system. Prior to being named Public Information Officer, Jared held multiple roles in public relations, broadcast media, and promotions -- including several years as an on-air/play-by-play sports personality.  Jared has won numerous awards such as the OV Jones Memorial Award by the Kentucky School Public Relations Association and 35 Under 35 by the National School Public Relations Association. A graduate of Hanover College, Jared earned a BA in Communications while also being involved in football, Phi Gamma Delta, and the Student Broadcast Association.  Waymarker, meet friend of the community (and a fellow Hanoverian for me), Jared Revlett! Join the Possible waitlist: https://www.heypossible.com/?utm_campaign=waymarker&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=website&utm_content=&utm_term= Theme music by Pyro: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6hDRJWZGgQ5XFsyUfvqfOH?si=j3GeKTj9QDCw0pKjbcTXdg&dl_branch=1 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/waymarker/support

Chase Isaacs is an experienced sales leader and entrepreneur. He's currently the Director of Business Development for Physician's Weekly, a leading news and information source for healthcare professionals at the point of care. Prior to joining Physician's Weekly, Chase served in biotech and healthcare sales positions where he exceeded department benchmarks and closed record deals. As an entrepreneur, Chase built several new businesses and business regions after finishing college. Notably, Chase co-founded BluePrint Supplements, a nutrition company with national distribution that he sold and exited in 2017.  An Indiana native, Chase attended the University of Southern Indiana where he majored in Kinesiology and Nutrition. Waymarker, meet my longtime friend and an all-around great human, Chase Isaacs! Connect with Chase: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chaseisaacs/ Join the Possible waitlist: https://www.heypossible.com/?utm_campaign=waymarker&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=website&utm_content=&utm_term= Theme music by Pyro: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6hDRJWZGgQ5XFsyUfvqfOH?si=j3GeKTj9QDCw0pKjbcTXdg&dl_branch=1 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/waymarker/support

Cathy Nestrick is the Co-Host of Parity Podcast where she is building a community of like-minded women and men to achieve workplace parity through their signature "Parity Prescription." Cathy wants a work world where women are accepted for who they are, with the same opportunities as men. She truly believes that organizations which implement the Parity Prescription will see meaningful progress towards gender equity. Cathy is a frequent speaker on topics such as gender equality, how to build inclusive cultures, recognizing unconscious bias, and the importance of male allies. Cathy is the former Vice President and General Counsel at Berry Global where she founded the company's diversity and inclusion initiative. Berry Global is a publicly-traded Fortune 500 global manufacturer and marketer of plastic packaging products headquartered in Evansville, Indiana. A community leader, Cathy has served on 10 different non-profit boards as a volunteer co-chair or President. Cathy attended Hanover College where she earned a BA in both Economics and Business Administration, and Indiana University Robert H. Mckinney School of Law where she earned her Juris Doctor. I love Cathy and Deborah's Parity Podcast; I look forward to learning from and sharing their amazing resources. In this episode description and on all our social media posts, I will provide links to their podcast, website, and free resources for those listeners who are ready to take action now. Now, let's meet DEI leader and new friend of the community, Cathy Nestrick! Learn more about the Parity Prescription: https://www.par-ity.com/resources Subscribe to the Parity Podcast: https://www.par-ity.com/podcast Join the Possible waitlist: https://www.heypossible.com/?utm_campaign=waymarker&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=website&utm_content=&utm_term= --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/waymarker/support

Heart by Waymarker is a monthly special about healthcare career journeys.  Sarah Rankin currently serves Community Health Network as Network Director of Patient Experience. Committed to making healthcare more understandable and continual improvement, Sarah is a certified Project Management Professional, Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, Master Change Management, and Kata Coach. In her almost nine years at Community Health Network, Sarah has served in roles like Epic Application Analyst and Performance Excellence Consultant, in addition to her current role leading patient experience. Sarah earned her BA in Psychology from Hanover College and MBA in Healthcare Management from WGU. In my research, I found this excerpt from a provider recommendation: “Ambitious, hard-working, and enthusiastic are just a few words to describe Sarah…each day she comes to work with a smile on her face ready to take on numerous challenging projects across our Network.” Sarah’s success is no surprise, as you will learn after listening to this conversation. Her appearance as the first guest on Heart by Waymarker is very intentional; patient experience is at the heart of healthcare no matter what career journey we are discussing. I wanted to start these special talks about healthcare careers by taking a holistic and end-to-end view of the healthcare experience. That experience begins well before and continues well after the delivery of medical services. Waymarker, meet my friend Sarah Rankin! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/waymarker/support

Corry Stewart is the Director of Admissions and Football Co-Defensive Coordinator at Lipscomb Academy, a renowned private, college-prep school in Nashville, Tennessee serving students from pre-k to 12th grade. In his admissions role, Corry leads a team to engage with new and current families involving their enrollment status, the admissions process, and personal experiences. In his football role, Corry serves as the Co-Defensive Coordinator and coaches the defensive secondary. A three-time state champion and five-time state runner-up (including for the 2020 season), Lipscomb Academy's football program identifies itself as a "human development program" masked as a football team. A graduate of Hanover College, where he and I met as teammates on the football team, Corry was a standout student, community member, and multi-sport athlete. Corry was a football, track, and basketball student-athlete and was named All-Conference in both football and track - earning the title of NCAA All-American in football for D3 and Associated Press Little American for D2, NAIA and D3. Additionally, he was awarded the NCAA D3 football statistical champion for interceptions per game. While a student at Hanover College, Corry played a significant role in pursuing and changing the culture and diversity of the college while coordinating efforts with the former president Sue DeWine. After graduation, Corry accepted a contract to play in the German Football League for a year. Upon returning state-side, he played two years of arena football for the Cincinnati Commandos and two years for the Nashville Venom - winning three championships during his tenure with both teams. Corry is a team leader and developer of people in the workplace, on the football field, and in the arena of life. I met Corry as a freshman at Hanover College where he was one year my senior. My memory of Corry during that time and those following years was that he made every new student feel welcome and went out of his way to onboard us into the Hanover community. In many ways, he still does this today for the students and families of Lipscomb Academy.  Waymarker, meet my friend Corry Stewart! Learn more at: https://www.lipscomb.edu/academy --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/waymarker/support

You've done the research. You've taken the classes. You've joined the communities. Let's close the loop and get the job. If you or someone you know is interested in changing to a career in technology, visit waymarker.co/community. If your company or a company you know is interested in recruiting members of the Waymarker community, you can post as many jobs as you would like on the new job board. There is a free option, a premium option, and a partner option. You deserve directions to your dream. At Waymarker, we're taking action and giving you the map. Job Board Direct Link: https://pallet.xyz/list/waymarker-jobs/jobs --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/waymarker/support

Candice Lange is an accomplished advocate for work/life integration and women’s advancement. Most recently, Candi served as Founder and Director for Purdue University’s Center for Women in Management, where she equipped women and men with competencies to lead a gender-diverse workforce and overcome gender-related challenges. Candi began her career at Eli Lilly and Company, where she led multiple departments and initiatives – capping off her notable time there as Director of Workforce Partnering (Diversity and Work-Life). In addition to her celebrated work at Lilly and Purdue, she has been a consultant for over 10 years, training teams of professionals to overcome gender-related and work/life integration challenges.  A leader and community servant, Candi has been an active volunteer throughout her life. For 18 years, Candi has been a Board Member at St. Mary’s Child Center in Indianapolis. For over 24 years, Candi has been an Advisory Board Member at Purdue’s Center for Families. An Indiana native, Candi earned a BS in Pharmacy from Purdue and an MBA from IU’s Kelley School of Business.  Waymarker, meet my friend and mentor Candi Lange! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/waymarker/support