This week we're welcoming Simona Holloway to the #EnvisionRadio studio! Join in as we talk about how she spent 36 years helping clients find transportation solutions for all budgets, lifestyles, and more with Colonial Auto Center, her role as a community leader over the years via organizations including JABA Charlottesville and Women United in Phil…

Join Markiana and Price as they welcome Kelsey Waters, Provider Network Coordinator and a Network2Work Coach for Network2Work@PVCC to the Envision Radio studio to discuss her experience with the US Air Force, going from seeking a job with Network2Work to her current role, her involvement with The Haven, advice for jobseekers including students and …

This week on #EnvisionRadio Markiana and Price host Raye Elliott, Co-Founder and Executive Director of FLIPP Inc, a Dillwyn-based nonprofit that works to reduce employment barriers for disadvantaged populations and empower low-income communities with renewable energy training. Join us for a conversation about her inspiration behind FLIPP, Inc, bala…

This week on #EnvisionRadio we're chatting with Judy Jones Pointer, who has served 16 years at the Program Administrator for the Office for Diversity at the UVA School of Medicine! We'll chat about defining moments in her role, her work increasing opportunities for underrepresented students, her engagement with community organizations like Women Un…

This week on #EnvisionRadio we're chatting with Jala Tyler of Local Energy Alliance Program (LEAP)! As the Marketing and Outreach Manager for LEAP, she'll tell us about her thoughts on the intersection of environmentalism and community development, what challenges she sees local communities facing in being environmentally sustainable, her passion f…

We're chatting with Tamara Ryan this week on #EnvisionRadio! As the Coordinator of Equity and Inclusion with County of Albemarle we'll discuss the challenges facing equity and inclusion efforts in Albemarle, her thoughts on what it takes to create an inclusive community, how she stays motivated, and more!…

This week on #EnvisionRadio we're talking with Dr. Mariane Doyle, Executive Director/CEO of Center for Nonprofit Excellence! We'll chat about her career in education and public policy, how working in both nonprofit and for-profit organizations has shaped her leadership style, and more!By United Way of Greater Charlottesville

This week on #EnvisionRadio we're talking with Lo Davis of Cav Futures and Cav Futures Foundation! We'll chat about his time as a student athlete, his passion for sports and community engagement, and more!By United Way of Greater Charlottesville

This week on #EnvisionRadio we're welcoming Latricia Giles of Charlottesville Public Housing Association of Residents - PHAR! Latricia is an advocate and activist for justice and focuses on issues like economic inequity, housing justice, and climate justice.By United Way of Greater Charlottesville

Join us this week as we welcome Kimberly Sheffield to #EnvisionRadio! We'll chat about her experience transitioning from 17 years working in the insurance industry as a Life and Health Specialist to her current role at the Jefferson School Foundation as Director of Community Engagement, how she founded Kenly's Mission Outreach Ministry, and more.…

This week on Envision Radio we're welcoming Martize Tolbert to the studio! Martize is currently the National Director of Client and Community Engagement at The Fountain Fund, where, in his own words, he is "a walking manifestation of the organization's success." We'll chat about his job and journey to get there, his extensive travels, the Guns Down…

This week we're chatting with Zach Hall on #EnvisionRadio! Zach is a Charlottesville native entrepreneur and music artist, so we'll chat about the influences that shaped his passion for music and entrepreneurism, incorporating nonprofit initiatives into his businesses, how he helps other music creators, and more.…

This week we're welcoming Valerie Gregory to #EnvisionRadio! We'll chat about her journey as a local teacher, elementary school principal, and work in higher education, the importance of equity in early education, and more.By United Way of Greater Charlottesville

This week in our 155 episode we're welcoming Tasia White to #EnvisionRadio! Tasia is currently the Director of Program Management & Strategic Initiatives at the Piedmont Housing Alliance, a Real Estate Agent, AND Rapper!! We'll chat about how she started her music journey, upcoming music projects, her work promoting financial literacy for all and m…

This week is a Price and Marki Holiday Special! No guest this week just our two favorite #EnvisionRadio hosts talking about everything under the sun! We'll chat about all things Charlottesville, Holiday traditions, the best holiday songs, a look back on our year, and more.By United Way of Greater Charlottesville

This week we're welcoming Jay James to #EnvisionRadio! Jay is currently the Sports Director for the Charlottesville Radio Group and the Intake Director of The Bridge Ministry. We'll chat about how he started his journey in radio, the importance of the Bridge Ministry, all things sports and more. Jay is also the person who helps make Envision Radio …

This week we're welcoming Juana Dent to #EnvisionRadio! Juana is the Entrepreneurial Impact Manager at the Community Investment Collaborative (CIC). We'll chat about her role in helping local entrepreneurs make a plan for their businesses, what inspired her to start her own business, balancing motherhood with her career and more.…

This week we're welcoming Deanna McDonald to #EnvisionRadio! Deanna is the Founder of RN HEARTwork, LLC. We'll chat about her role as a community health worker, health equity for underserved communities, her faith during difficult times, and more.By United Way of Greater Charlottesville

Markiana and Price chat with Carrington Epperson, owner of Chanterelle Cafe, to talk about her passion for vegan and allergy-friendly baking, her newsletter Nurturing Wind, living in the countryside, and more. She brought some of her vegan chocolate chip cookies for us to try, and we can confirm: 1,000/10.…

Markiana and Price sit down with Doreen and Lisa of the Birth Sisters of Charlottesville. They'll chat about their diverse backgrounds and skills that lead them to their current journey, their approaches to supporting women during childbirth, how they address disparities in maternal health, and more.…

This week Marki and Price chat with Kisha Bwenge of the Charlottesville Area Community Foundation, where she is helping to better understand and meet the needs of organizations in our region. They'll also discuss her involvement in the Catchafire Program, being an Equity & Feedback Fellow, some of her hobbies including hosting a cookbook club and r…

This week Markiana and Price welcome Charlottesville Fire Department Battalion Chief Lance Blakey to the studio to discuss being the first African American Battalion Chief in the department's history, why he pursued a career in the fire service, how involvement in community programs like Stop-The-Bleed training and Girls Fire Camp, and more.…

Markiana and Price sit down with Stacy Rush, owner of Plumm's Place Catering and Gullah Kitchen, to chat about growing up cooking, switching careers, the inspiration behind her Low Country and soulful infusion recipes, and more.By United Way of Greater Charlottesville

Ty'Leik Chambers of Monticello and the NAACP Virginia State Conference joins Marki and Price to chat about advocating for civil and social justice, his involvement in the #CancelStudentLoanDebt initiative, his professional work at Monticello, what he does with 100 Black Men of America, Inc. and more.…

This week Marki and Price welcome Dr. Tamika L. Carey, Associate Professor at UVA and published author of Rhetorical Healing: The Reeducation of Contemporary Black Womanhood! They'll chat about her award-winning interdisciplinary work in African American Rhetorics, Black Women’s Writing and Intellectual Histories, her thoughts on the media portraya…

Marki and Price chat with Lauren Harris of Center for Nonprofit Excellence about her educational journey and career path, her passions for advancing diversity, equity, and inclusivity, how she is committed to making a meaningful impact, and more.By United Way of Greater Charlottesville

Nulia Obiorah and Willa Simmons, the United Way of Greater Charlottesville summer interns through Bank of America's Student Leaders program, join Marki and Price to chat about their experience with the program, future goals, and more.By United Way of Greater Charlottesville

Dr. Alvin Edwards of Mt. Zion First African Baptist Church chats with Marki and Price about his time as Mayor of the City of Charlottesville, being on many community boards (including the Charlottesville School Board, Charlottesville Redevelopment Housing Authority, Charlottesville/Albemarle Boys and Girls Club, and more), his hopes for continuing …

Nadirah Muhammad of Story House Real Estate tells Marki and Price about how she contributes to her local community including serving on several local organizations and boards, her career in marketing, her hopes for seeing the vibrancy of Charlottesville continue to thrive, and more.By United Way of Greater Charlottesville

Dana Little, Assistant Professor of Writing and Rhetoric at UVA, chats with Marki and Price about her research in digital literacy and AI, her upcoming book Factional Futures: Understanding the Social Media Genre of Factions, her podcast featuring her digital twin persona/AI mystic Dr. Wu, and plenty more.…

Marki and price welcome John Thompson, a dedicated advocate for youth and equitable practices in the juvenile justice system, to the studio. Currently, John works for the Department of Human Services, where he is deeply involved in what he calls "Trench Work," immersing himself in communities and families to better understand their needs and advoca…

This week, Marki and Price get to know Tristan Kabesa and his inspiring story of coming to the US from the Democratic Republic of Congo. They discuss his experiences growing up helping the less fortunate and continuing into adulthood by founding "Come as You Are" or CAYA.By United Way of Greater Charlottesville

Marki and Price chat with Tamica Jean-Charles on her journey in journalism, becoming Charlottesville Tomorrow’s education and families reporter, and more.By United Way of Greater Charlottesville

This week, we're chatting with Karita Cunningham, owner of local daycare Rita's Bright Beginnings. We'll discuss the lessons she's learned through her work in childcare, her journey to directing her own center, maintaining a positive attitude, and more.By United Way of Greater Charlottesville

Join us as we catch up with Erin Flowers, founder and owner of Flowers Playground. We chat about her experience as an entrepreneur, how being a part of the Charlottesville community influenced the development and growth of her business, and more.By United Way of Greater Charlottesville

This week we welcome Tasha Durrett to the Envision Radio studio. Tasha is the founder of Black Women Who Wine and a communications professional at Southern Environmental Law Center. Tune in to hear about her personal experiences in the wine and agritourism industries, her interest in land ownership and its relationship to generational wealth, and m…

On this episode, we talk to Jae King or JAEWAR, a Brooklyn-born, Tidewater Virginia-raised musician, producer, and creative director who is passionate about creating art that transcends cultural divides and brings communities together. He is also the frontman of Jaewar & Vibe Riot.By United Way of Greater Charlottesville

Listen to this week's episode as we chat with Jessica Harris of The Equity Center at UVA where she focuses on community-based research. We'll also discuss how she serves her community through Empowered Players and as board president for the Descendants of Enslaved Communities at UVA.By United Way of Greater Charlottesville

On this episode, we're talking to Tamara Wilkerson-Dias, the visionary and founder of Good Soil Education, which helps families and people transform their financial health. She was listed on the Forbes "30 Under 30" list in 2017 and continues her work in financial literacy and resiliency across corporate, nonprofit, and K-12 education sectors.…

This week we're joined by Deric Childress, local catering business owner and Operations Program Manager of The Equity Center at UVA.By United Way of Greater Charlottesville

Listen as we chat with Jerrod Smith of WillowTree Inc. in addition to his involvement in several capacities regarding our local public school system and education initiatives.By United Way of Greater Charlottesville

This week on Envision Radio we welcome Libby Edwards-Allbaugh back to the studio to chat about her experience as a female entrepreneur in the tax industry as co-owner of The Tax Ladies Inc., in addition to the importance of networking, volunteering, community connections, and more.By United Way of Greater Charlottesville

On this episode, we sit down with Monica Quarles to discuss her journey as a professional athlete in the sport of Strong(wo)man, returning to her alma mater to be a school counselor, her private practice, and more!By United Way of Greater Charlottesville

This week we're welcoming Niya Bates to Envision Radio! Niya lead the research and interpretation of African American Life at Monticello and is currently a PhD Candidate in History & African American Studies at Princeton University.By United Way of Greater Charlottesville

Ravi and Price chat with Kelli Palmer of WillowTree to discuss her plans to further build diversity, equity, and inclusion at the company, her experience as a lifelong learner, her active engagement within our local community, and more.By United Way of Greater Charlottesville

Price and Ravi welcome Asia Green to the Envision Radio to chat about her experience interning to now working at Charlottesville Public Housing Association of Residents (PHAR), her goal of creating a sense of belonging and inclusivity, and more.By United Way of Greater Charlottesville

Price talks with Jackie Martin, current Director of Community Partnerships and Health Equity at UVA Health, about her journey to her current position and passion for improving health equity.By United Way of Greater Charlottesville

Price and Ravi are joined by Chris and Wendy Cooper from Pilgrim Baptist Church to discuss their lives as pastors and their journey to being the first Black-owned Montessori school in Charlottesville serving the 10th & Page and Westhaven neighborhoods.By United Way of Greater Charlottesville

Ravi and Price welcome Matt Harmon, founder of Harmony Wine, to the studio to discuss his experience becoming a business owner, being named "the voice of Virginia wine," the state of the wine industry, and more!By United Way of Greater Charlottesville

Price and Ravi welcome Janasha Bradford to Envision Radio to discuss her "Mahogany and Friends" children's book series, series, winning the 2024 Proclamation Award from the Albemarle County Board of Supervisors, and more.By United Way of Greater Charlottesville