Best BIT Blacks In Technology Podcasts (2025)

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BIT Tech Talk Ep. #151 w/ Dennis Campbell - Engineer, Entrepreneur, Emerging Tech Leader 1:33:35

5d ago1:33:35

1:33:35

On this episode of the BIT Tech Talk podcasts, Greg sits down with Dennis Campbell, an entrepreneur, executive and innovator with over 13 years of experience in tech, business, and emerging industries. Our discussion focuses on his path to tech, his first entrepreneurial ventures as well as what he’s working on in XR (Extended Reality), media, and …

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The Airline Name Code Episode! 20:09

1M ago20:09

20:09

Every airline in the world has a two-character designator code that represents the airline’s name identity across reservation systems, flight information displays, ticketing details, luggage tags, and all of the other places where showing an airline’s full name can be simplified by substituting that recognized designator code. The development of th…

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Hiring With Data w/ Tim Freestone 45:19

2M ago45:19

45:19

Tim and I get to know one another and explore Tim's unplanned journey in to entrepreneurship and the world of talent acquisition. Generally nobody foresees a path in to this unique industry and Tim was no different. Faced in a world of unexpected challenges provide us with an opportunity to innovate and create value in the most unexpected places. T…

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Let’s Have a Look! - An Airliner Window History 24:50

2M ago24:50

24:50

Have you ever found yourself looking out of a cabin window on an airliner, and wondered what was keeping you in - and the outside out - during your flight? If you ask an aerospace engineer what their ideal airliner cabin window size and shape is, they might just tell you that the ideal airliner has no cabin windows. They’re a hassle to design and b…

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Delta, Detroit, and a Little Bit of Hub History! 27:13

2M ago27:13

27:13

Delta Air Lines has a rich history in the air travel business, and this year is celebrating its one hundredth year of operations. And while a lot of Delta’s story is focused on the southern United States where Delta was founded in Macon, Georgia - a state where Delta is headquartered today - there's another large Delta hub in the eastern half of th…

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Warren Wheeler and The First Black-owned U.S. Airline 19:32

3M ago19:32

19:32

During the first fifty years of air travel in the United States, the airline industry - as a service provider, and as an employer - is largely focused on White people. Black Americans are usually locked out of many airline jobs until long after the 1940s, and Black households have little exposure to air travel, both because of the high cost, and th…

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Whatever Happened To: AirTran Airways? 30:20

3M ago30:20

30:20

One of the most successful U.S. start-up airlines of the 1990s had six airline brands, and several legal names, involved in just its first four years. Then it settled down to become a nimble competitor, known for low fares, a quality product, cheeky advertising, and a multi-billion dollar business volume that generated a long string of profitable a…

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Tickets, Please! - How Airline Tickets Have Evolved 33:05

3M ago33:05

33:05

Airline tickets have changed dramatically over the roughly hundred years of passenger air travel, transforming from a simple paper “proof of purchase” modeled on railroad passenger tickets, to today’s digital transaction and security records. Join me for this look at airline ticket history, and the steps along the way that have been made to ensure …

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Food Fight! The Great Transatlantic Sandwich Scuffle 17:24

3M ago17:24

17:24

Before large jet airliners accelerate air travel growth in the late 1950s, flying between continents is an exhausting experience, requiring fifteen hours or more for the flight to New York from Europe. To help travelers pass the time, meal service is a big focus for the airlines, and the cuisine offered is an important way to distinguish an airline…

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The U.S. Local Service Airlines - Air Service Everywhere! 40:35

4M ago40:35

40:35

The growth of the oldest U.S. Trunk or Mainline air carriers after 1945 drives demand for air travel, and new, larger airliners to meet that need. But as the airlines and their aircraft grow, many smaller U.S. cities are in danger of losing their air service because they don't generate enough passenger volume to match the larger and costlier airlin…

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Above It All - America’s Helicopter Airlines 28:26

4M ago28:26

28:26

In some of the largest U.S. urban areas, road traffic congestion can be one of the biggest challenges to moving between the downtown area and the airport. Imagine, though, being able to get from Manhattan to La Guardia Airport in New York in just 6 minutes, or from Oakland to the San Francisco Airport in 7 minutes. For many years, scheduled service…

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America's First Black Flight Attendant 15:05

5M ago15:05

15:05

During some of the most exciting developments and innovation in a young and emerging U.S. airline industry - from the 1930s through the late 1950s - two of the most sought-after airline career paths are unavailable to black Americans. They’re denied positions as airline pilots or flight attendants, no matter what their relevant experience or techni…

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Boeing 367-80: The Aerobatic Maneuver That Launches a Titan 24:22

5M ago24:22

24:22

The early 1950s is an exciting time in the airline business, and - more specifically - the airliner business. Airliner manufacturers are developing new planes that fly faster, farther, and with more passengers and cargo, but from England a new airliner sound is being heard - the high, shrill scream of jet engines. Most airlines are reluctant to emb…

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Let's go to the CTO - Airlines And Their City Ticket Offices 20:02

6M ago20:02

20:02

Beginning in the 1930s, many airlines maintain large networks of City Ticket Offices to conduct business with their customers in high-traffic shopping, office and hotel neighborhoods, far removed from their own airport operations. These in-town facilities become known as a City Ticket Office (or by the airline staff acronym “CTO”), to differentiate…

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Concorde, Collins & Live Aid 1985 18:07

6M ago18:07

18:07

Tens of thousands of airline flights operate daily around the world, but every now and then one stands out because it helps make history, even though it was just another flight, on just another day. From 1976 until 2003, the supersonic Concorde airliner was frequently in the news, either for the noise it created, or the often famous people it carri…

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Finding Your Niche w/ David Dickey 40:29

6M ago40:29

40:29

Explored David's career transition from a Marine officer to an Aerospace Entrepreneur. Talked about some the challenges facing the recruiting industry today as well as som paths forward. Davis is an Experienced Aerospace Entrepreneur, ASA Certified Corporate Recruiting Professional with proven track record. Hands on leader with two decades of exper…

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Slippers, Stogies & Scotch - A Look at Men-Only Flights 16:00

6M ago16:00

16:00

The idea that some things are segregated by gender is not uncommon for many of us as we encounter washrooms, gym locker rooms, private schools and clubs, or religious facilities with restricted access based on gender. But starting in the 1950s, one United States airline introduces “Men Only” flights on one of its most popular business travel routes…

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The Flying Mouse - When Walt Disney World Had an Airport 21:21

7M ago21:21

21:21

If you’ve visited central Florida for a Disney vacation, you may have wished there was an easier, faster, way to get from the Orlando International Airport to Walt Disney World. Before that resort opens in October of 1971, planning for Walt Disney World includes a large jet airport within the resort’s grounds, to make it easy for visitors to start …

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BIT Tech Talk Ep. #150 w/ Dr. Marquicia Pierce - Consulting To Build The Tech Of The Future 1:14:22

7M ago1:14:22

1:14:22

On this episode of the BIT Tech Talk podcasts, Greg sits down with Dr. Marquicia Pierce, the Founder and Principal Consultant at Ruby Leaf Media, a science media and communications company. She discusses her role of leading a dedicated team and empowering tech accelerators and investors to support their portfolio companies in the STEM fields. She i…

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The VERY VIPs - Head of State Air Travel 22:41

7M ago22:41

22:41

Some air travelers are more than VIPs - they’re the VERY VIPs, the heads of state or monarchs whose travel comes with unusual requirements for privacy, secrecy, and security that just can’t typically be met by a scheduled airline service. Join me for an exploration of how air travel by heads of state began, has been intertwined with airline flying …

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When You've Gotta' Go... The Lavatory Episode 19:07

7M ago19:07

19:07

Lavatory. Water closet. Washroom. Toilet. WC. Commode... or there's many more! Whatever name you choose, an airliner’s onboard personal comfort facilities are seen by a lot of travelers as an essential resource to have on their flight. Join me for this exploration of the history of airliner toilet facilities, and their evolution from the most basic…

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Love Is In The Air - The Mile High Club 14:47

8M ago14:47

14:47

There’s a long history behind the “mile high club” lore, dating back to the 1780s. Stories of romantic interludes while at altitude hit the news pretty regularly over the years, but usually because of police involvement, and legal charges being filed. With this episode of the Airline Time Machine podcast, I’ll look at how people “getting romantic” …

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When Smoking Met Its Match 17:49

8M ago17:49

17:49

Not too long ago, cigarette smoking was widespread, and permitted, onboard most passenger airliners worldwide. A lot of travelers boarding flights today who don’t remember that era would likely be surprised by how prevalent inflight smoking was, by the way the process was managed, and by the smell of aircraft cabins and the damage that lit cigarett…

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TOP DOG EAT FAT CAT - The Airport Code Episode! 14:27

8M ago14:27

14:27

It's OK - this doesn't involve some sort of domestic pet violence. But this episode title highlights that assigned airport codes can sometimes appear to be something very different than their original intended purpose! Three-character codes that identify individual airports are critical for managing air travel safely and accurately, but the code an…

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Whatever Happened To: Denver's Stapleton Airport? 13:17

8M ago13:17

13:17

In February of 1995, one of the busiest airports in the U.S. - Denver's Stapleton International Airport - closes, replaced by the new Denver International Airport several miles to the east. Over the next few years, the massive infrastructure of Stapleton Airport, including its terminal building, hangars, parking facilities, support structures, and …

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Where Did All The Airlines Go?! 19:41

9M ago19:41

19:41

In 1985, more than 200 airlines provide scheduled passenger service on U.S. domestic routes under their own names and branding, and the country's airports are busy, crowded centers of activity. But four decades later, only fifty airlines remain serving U.S. internal routes, and only fifteen of those operate airliners with 100 or more passenger seat…

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The Airship Era - Graf Zeppelin 25:23

9M ago25:23

25:23

From the 1920s until 1939, there's only one way to fly as a passenger between Europe and The Americas... and the trip doesn't involve an airplane! Here's the story of the giant German airship "Graf Zeppelin" that pioneered airline travel across the Atlantic between the World Wars, before airplanes were capable of safely crossing the ocean. Send us …

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The Airship Era - Hindenburg 26:07

9M ago26:07

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In 1936, most airline passengers are flying in small, loud, and uncomfortable airplanes, limited to short distance routes. But for a few travelers, long distance flights on the German airship "Hindenburg" mean sleeping cabins, gourmet meals, an onboard bar and promenade deck, all while comfortably crossing the Atlantic to New York or Rio de Janiero…

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Airbus and The Astronaut 28:48

9M ago28:48

28:48

In mid-1977, a small European airliner company had been in business for about ten years, but had only one aircraft type on offer, that had sold less than thirty units to four airlines, without a single sale in the past 18 months. Here's the story of how a struggling U.S. airline headed by a former astronaut put together an unconventional deal that …

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BIT Tech Talk Ep. #149: Insights from Andrea Parker on Tech, Innovation, and Career Growth 56:17

10M ago56:17

56:17

In this episode of the BIT Tech Talk podcast, Greg is thrilled to have Andrea Parker joining us as our special guest. Andrea brings a wealth of experience as a Marketing Project Manager at Cisco Systems in Morrisville, NC, and holds the esteemed title of Certified Scrum Master. Andrea Parker is deeply involved in promoting diversity, equity, and in…

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BIT Tech Talk Ep. #148 w/ Vera Dureke - BIT Chicago President, Mathematician and Data Scientist 1:01:06

10M ago1:01:06

1:01:06

On this episode we chat with the President of Blacks In Technology Chicago, Vera Dureke. Vera chops it up with Greg to share her journey as a dynamic professional based in Chicago pursuing her Bachelor's degree in Data Science and Mathematics from Indiana University East. We discuss her role and experience as the BIT Chicago chapter lead, the initi…

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BIT Tech Talk ep. #147 w/ Dominique Carney - From Anthropology to Cybersecurity 1:22:37

11M ago1:22:37

1:22:37

On this episode Greg chats with Dominique Carney, a multi disciplined technologists who went from studying and obtaining a degree in Anthropology to earning her Masters in Human Computer Interaction. Greg talks to Dominique about her tech journey which includes being a Database Administrator, to a Senior Security Analyst to a UX Researcher. Dominiq…

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BIT Tech Talk ep. #146 w/ Marlaina Love - Web3 Innovator & BIT Twin Cities Chapter President 1:00:46

12M ago1:00:46

1:00:46

On this episode Greg Greenlee speaks with Web3 Entrepreneur and BIT Foundation Twin Cities chapter President, Marlaina Love. Marlaina is the Founder and CEO of Pipe Dream Ventures, a web3 venture studio committed to helping visionaries transform innovative concepts into fundable, scalable market solutions, bridging the gap between vision and realit…

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BIT Tech Talk Ep. #145 w/ Bobby McNeil - Tech Recruiter and BIT RDU Chapter Leader 1:14:01

12M ago1:14:01

1:14:01

On this episode of the BIT Tech Talk podcast, Greg Greenlee sits down with Bobby McNeil, Technology recruiter , author, speaker, and Chapter President of Blacks In Technology RDU (Raleigh-Durham). Bobby Jr. is an experienced Tech Recruiting Leader, with over a decade of delivering successful talent acquisition strategies across various Fortune 500 …

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BIT Tech Talk Ep. #144 w/ Dawn Nicole McIlwain of Skildora, an AI Driven eLearning Platform 33:07

1+ y ago33:07

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On this episode of the BIT Tech Talk podcast, Entrepreneurship Edition, our host Natasha Walwyn Robinson chats with Dawn Nicole Mcilwain, Co-Founder of Skilldora, an eLearning platform that uses AI instructors. Founded in 2022, Skilldora is at the forefront of the eLearning industry and one of the first companies in the United States to use A.I. di…

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BIT Tech Talk Ep. #143 w/ Malik Girondin - Cybersecurity Expert and Teacher 56:33

1+ y ago56:33

56:33

On this episode of the BIT Tech Talk podcast Greg speaks with Cyber Security expert, Malik Girondin. They discuss Maliks transition from a Customer Service rep in the retail space to his ascent in tech from working in a NOC (Network Operations Center) to a Cyber Security expert and teacher. Malik possesses a bachelors degree in Business Administrat…

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BIT Tech Talk Ep. # 142 - with Imani Nichols - UX Researcher and Founder of Yzzi Research 48:52

2y ago48:52

48:52

On this episode of the BIT Tech Talk podcast, Greg explores the world of user experience (UX) with Imani Nichols. Imani Nichols is the founder and senior UX researcher at Yzzi (pronounced Yizzee) Research. Based in New York City, Imani founded Yzzi Research to help businesses understand the pain points, desires, experiences, and journeys of their e…

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BIT Tech Talk Ep. # 141 - w/ Maliya Baxter - Founder of Sister Scripters 48:10

2y ago48:10

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On this episode of the BIT Tech Talk podcast, Greg sits down with Maliya Baxter, founder of Sister Scripters, an organization focused on amplifying Black women’s voices in technology, encourages the participation of other Black girls to join tech, supports Black women’s goals and educates Black women on the career readiness skills needed to land jo…

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BIT Tech Talk Entrepreneurship Edition Ep. # 140 w/ Oladosu Teyibo - Founder of Analog Teams 27:43

2y ago27:43

27:43

On this episode of the BIT Tech Talk podcast Entrepreneurship edition, our host, Natasha Robinson speaks with Oladosu Teyibo, CEO and Founder of Analog Teams. Analog Teams is a B2B recruitment services company that provides outsourced recruiters to mid-sized staffing companiesBy (BIT) Blacks In Technology

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BIT Tech Talk Ep. # 139 - w/ Deshe Woods- Switching to a Career In Tech 1:13:24

2y ago1:13:24

1:13:24

We've got another banger for you all! On this episode of the BIT Tech Talk podcast, Greg sits down and chops it up with Deshe (pronounced Deh-Shay) Woods. Deshe is a recent Tech Elevator bootcamp graduate. Tech Elevator is an intensive in-person and online education provider helping individuals and companies acquire in-demand technology skills for …

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BIT Tech Talk Ep. # 138 - w/ Chanel Power - Founder of MentorMe Collective 42:31

2y ago42:31

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On this episode of the BIT Tech Talk podcast our host, Greg Greenlee, sits down and chats with Founder, Chemist, Mathmetician, Software Engineer and BIT NYC Chapter leader (whew!), Chanel Power.By (BIT) Blacks In Technology

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Do Recruiters Deserve Their Bad Reputation? 52:14

2y ago52:14

52:14

Scott and Jim chat about Jim's background and what the world looks like through the eyes of recruiters. In a world where the profession often takes the blame from so many, it's generally a result of a misperception of how recruiters need to invest their time. For more than a decade, Jim Stroud has built an expertise in sourcing and recruiting strat…

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Can Technology Solve the Dilemma of Hiring? 45:55

2y ago45:55

45:55

Scott and Brad chat about the work Brad is doing with UK and the types of potential solutions technology or AI could bring to bear on the world of recruiting and talent management. OUR GUEST: Brad Patrick, Executive in Residence University of Kentucky. Specialties: organization design/development, executive/leadership coaching, talent management an…

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Scott Shearin Shares a Bit of His Story on the Relevant Recruiter Podcast With Donnie Gupton 51:31

2+ y ago51:31

51:31

Scott has the opportunity to join Donnie on his podcast, The Relevant Recruiter. Scott has a chance to share parts of his story finding his way from the military to the world of recruiting. To learn more about Donnie, visit: Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/donnie-gupton/ Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-relevant-recruiter-sh…

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Now More Than Ever Tech Startups Are Finding Themselves Navigating the Murky Trenches of Today’s War for Talent - Chase Kocher 47:56

2+ y ago47:56

47:56

Scott and Chase chat about his rise through the ranks of the recruiting industry and into ownership of his own firm. Discuss the challenges, particularly in the world of tech startups, in today's recruiting climate. Chase Kocher, Founder & CEO at Aim4Hire. Chase is a born & raised Austinite helping guide top tech startups through hypergrowth @Aim4H…

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BIT Tech Talk Ep. # 137 - Entrepreneurship Edition w/ Justin Rhedrick - Founder of Bitcoin Vegan 21:43

2+ y ago21:43

21:43

On this episode of the BIT Tech Talk podcast, Entrepreneurship Edition, our host Natasha Robinson speaks with bitcoin educator, author and founder, Justin Rhedrick. Justin has an amazing story that chronicles his college experience, serving time in prison to being released and becoming an entrepreneur, bitcoin educator and published author. https:/…

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The Only Thing You Have To Fear....is Comfort Featuring Ryan Johns 55:21

2+ y ago55:21

55:21

Scott dives into Ryan's journey from his service in the Air Force to cultivating a sales-focused career and leading to his own story of independence and entrepreneurship. Ryan Johns is a Global People Operations and Revenue Operations Consultant. His practice is founded on the premise of leveraging Science, Psychology, and Micro-Learning to optimiz…

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Enjoyed a Fresh Coffee in a Black Rifle Coffee Shop? Chances Are You Will Soon! 50:16

2+ y ago50:16

50:16

Scott and Anthony walk through Anthony's path to recruiting, transitioning from the military, and finding his way to his perfect destination, the Black Rifle Coffee Company, as he helps them in their goal of hiring 10,000 veterans! Anthony Vargas currently resides in San Antonio, Tx, and is originally from Anaheim, Ca. He was in the U.S. Army for 7…

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Featuring Yvan Demosthenes 50:46

2+ y ago50:46

50:46

Scott and Yvan chat about his background and journey into recruiting as well as entrepreneurship. Also, take time to discuss current market trends and try to dissect and understand the talent landscape the economy faces today. Yvan Demosthenes is a Sales Professional with more than 20 years of experience, 16 years in Talent Acquisition and Recruiti…

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Featuring Pete Wilson 55:21

2+ y ago55:21

55:21

Scott and Yvan chat about his background and journey into recruiting as well as entrepreneurship. Also, take time to discuss current market trends and try and dissect and understand the talent landscape the economy faces today. Pete was born and raised in Liberty Township, Ohio, graduating from Lakota in 1992. He entered the Marine Corps Reserves w…

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