Empathy, Evolution, and Entrepreneurship: Insights from Shane Combs, Ph.D., MBA

Dottie Groover-Skipper, founder of the Heart Dance Foundation and a relentless advocate against human trafficking, substance abuse, and exploitation, shares her journey from corporate wellness to building a mission-driven nonprofit that supports vulnerable individuals in the adult entertainment industry. She offers insights into the challenges, strategies, and careful approach required to tackle this critical work. Covering sensitive topics, including sex trafficking and child abuse, this episode highlights the reality of exploitation and the power of advocacy to bring light into the darkest corners of our communities. Listener discretion is advised. Produced by David “Fingers” Bell and hosted by Nicole Valentin Alicea.

James Neely, SVP of KUDUCOM™, joins me to explore the intricacies of growing your company in a tech-centric environment with a remote and hybrid workforce. In this episode, we delve into three main areas: Adapting and Scaling Your Business: Discover best practices for adapting to remote work, scaling your business, and implementing effective hybrid workforce strategies. Learn how to recruit top talent remotely and maintain productivity in a tech-driven environment. Technical and Security Considerations: Understand the critical technical aspects of managing remote teams, including the use of Cisco WebEx solutions, voice over IP services, and contact center solutions. We also cover the importance of internet service providers for business and the latest in millimeter wave technology. Additionally, we address essential security considerations to ensure your data remains protected in a remote setting. Emotional and Management Challenges: Gain insights into the emotional considerations of remote work, managing remote employees, and achieving work-life balance. We