Grow With Us

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Grow With Us is a podcast that focuses on the mission of Talent inTulsa, which connects innovative companies with diverse talent to grow Tulsa into a vibrant and inclusive community. Grow With Us will bring to life the voices of the individuals we help in our work, or who have benefited from their experience with our team and with Tulsa as a city. Join us in our conversations with the people changing Tulsa and setting a precedent for other growing cities and regions.

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July 17, 202545 min

Hieu Le and Empower-ED’s Investment in the Financial Future of Youth

On this episode of Grow With Us, Evan is speaking with Hieu Le, Founder of Empower-ED. They discuss Hieu’s journey to Tulsa, his organization Empower-ED which is empowering youth across Tulsa through financial literacy and investment, and how discipline can be channeled into social entrepreneurship. Join us today! Subscribe on Apple Podcasts and Spotify to get notified of our new releases and share with anyone who wants to learn more about Tulsa!If you are interested in looking at our open career opportunities, don’t forget to check out our career website: https://careers.intulsa.com/Join our Talent Network to receive access to the latest job opportunities in Tulsa: https://careers.intulsa.com/user/register/applicantAdditionally, find out about all our upcoming Elevate your Career Series Free Workshop events at talent.intulsa.com/eventsGrow With Us is a Pod For Good Media network podcast. You can learn more about Pod For Good Media and other network podcasts at: www.podforgoodmedia.com

July 3, 202540 min

Cheena Pazzo and Communication Strategy, Tulsa Service Year Parents, and Fundamental Flexibility

On this episode of Grow With Us, Evan speaks with Cheena Pazzo, Founder and CEO of ONE80. We discuss marketing and communications as an occupation, her daughter Sophie’s experience with Tulsa Service Year and the impact of that program on their family, and her keys to success in entrepreneurship and communication strategy.Join us today! Subscribe on Apple Podcasts and Spotify to get notified of our new releases and share with anyone who wants to learn more about Tulsa!If you are interested in looking at our open career opportunities, don’t forget to check out our career website: https://careers.intulsa.com/Join our Talent Network to receive access to the latest job opportunities in Tulsa: https://careers.intulsa.com/user/register/applicantAdditionally, find out about all our upcoming Elevate your Career Series Free Workshop events at talent.intulsa.com/eventsGrow With Us is a Pod For Good Media network podcast. You can learn more about Pod For Good Media and other network podcasts at: www.podforgoodmedia.com

June 19, 202543 min

Claire Sbanotto and Social Entrepreneurship, Community Programs, and Impact Academy

On this episode of Grow With Us, Evan speaks with Dr. Claire Sbanotto, Director of Community Programs at the Ronni K. Iranni Center for the Creation of Economic Wealth. They discuss Claire’s experience in K-12 and higher education, program and community engagement with social entrepreneurs, and programs like the Mine and Campus Tulsa’s Impact Academy. Join us today! Subscribe on Apple Podcasts and Spotify to get notified of our new releases and share with anyone who wants to learn more about Tulsa!If you are interested in looking at our open career opportunities, don’t forget to check out our career website: https://careers.intulsa.com/Join our Talent Network to receive access to the latest job opportunities in Tulsa: https://careers.intulsa.com/user/register/applicantAdditionally, find out about all our upcoming Elevate your Career Series Free Workshop events at talent.intulsa.com/eventsGrow With Us is a Pod For Good Media network podcast. You can learn more about Pod For Good Media and other network podcasts at: www.podforgoodmedia.com

June 5, 202532 min

Jamar Rogers and Reconnecting with Tulsa through Health and Wellness

On this episode of Grow With Us, Evan is speaking with Jamar Rogers, Content Creator and Tulsa Bound Cohort 1 Participant. We discuss Jamar’s experience returning to his hometown of Tulsa, his connection to the arts and music, and the Tulsa Bound program that helped him experience Tulsa in a new way. Join us today! Subscribe on Apple Podcasts and Spotify to get notified of our new releases and share with anyone who wants to learn more about Tulsa!SpotifyApple PodcastGoogle PodcastIf you are interested in looking at our open career opportunities, don’t forget to check out our career website: https://careers.intulsa.com/Join our Talent Network to receive access to the latest job opportunities in Tulsa: https://careers.intulsa.com/user/register/applicantAdditionally, find out about all our upcoming Elevate your Career Series Free Workshop events at talent.intulsa.com/eventsGrow With Us is a Pod For Good Media network podcast. You can learn more about Pod For Good Media and other network podcasts at: www.podforgoodmedia.com Follow Pod For Good Media on socials:InstagramYouTubeFacebookLinkedIn

May 22, 202547 min

Joseph Onema and Tulsa Service Year’s Connection to Opportunity and Guidance

On this episode of Grow With Us, Evan speaks with Joseph Onema, Manager of Youth Voice and Power at My Brother’s Keeper Tulsa. We discuss Joseph’s experience as an alumni of Campus Tulsa and soon to be alumni of Tulsa Service Year, his work at My Brother’s Keeper and ImpactTulsa, and his experience at Young, Smart and Local 2024 in Philadelphia. Join us today! Subscribe on Apple Podcasts and Spotify to get notified of our new releases and share with anyone who wants to learn more about Tulsa!SpotifyApple PodcastGoogle PodcastIf you are interested in looking at our open career opportunities, don’t forget to check out our career website: https://careers.intulsa.com/Join our Talent Network to receive access to the latest job opportunities in Tulsa: https://careers.intulsa.com/user/register/applicantAdditionally, find out about all our upcoming Elevate your Career Series Free Workshop events at talent.intulsa.com/eventsGrow With Us is a Pod For Good Media network podcast. You can learn more about Pod For Good Media and other network podcasts at: www.podforgoodmedia.com

May 8, 202544 min

Josiah Robinson and Empowered Civic Engagement in Tulsa

On this episode of Grow With Us, Evan speaks with Josiah Robinson, Managing Director of the Prism Project. They discuss Josiah’s move back to Tulsa through the Tulsa Remote program, his quest to make Tulsa the most inclusive city in our region, and his experience navigating a queer identity throughout his life and career. Join us today! Subscribe on Apple Podcasts and Spotify to get notified of our new releases and share with anyone who wants to learn more about Tulsa!If you are interested in looking at our open career opportunities, don’t forget to check out our career website: https://careers.intulsa.com/Join our Talent Network to receive access to the latest job opportunities in Tulsa: https://careers.intulsa.com/user/register/applicantAdditionally, find out about all our upcoming Elevate your Career Series Free Workshop events at talent.intulsa.com/events

April 24, 202549 min

Curcio Smith & Tim Gowin: Early Career Recruitment/Retention via Campus Tulsa and Tulsa Service Year

On this episode of Grow With Us, Evan speaks with members of his team members at Campus Tulsa and Tulsa Service Year: Tim Gowin, Programs Manager and Curcio Smith, Talent and Recruitment Manager. They discuss the roles of Campus Tulsa and Tulsa Service Year as Talent Attraction and Retention Programs for early career individuals and how students can engage with their programs to connect more in Tulsa. Join us today! Subscribe on Apple Podcasts and Spotify to get notified of our new releases and share with anyone who wants to learn more about Tulsa!If you are interested in looking at our open career opportunities, don’t forget to check out our career website: https://careers.intulsa.com/Join our Talent Network to receive access to the latest job opportunities in Tulsa: https://careers.intulsa.com/user/register/applicantAdditionally, find out about all our upcoming Elevate your Career Series Free Workshop events at talent.intulsa.com/events

April 10, 202556 min

Whitney Cipolla: Civic Engagement through TYPROs and Non-profit Board Participation

On this episode of Grow With Us, Evan speaks with Whitney Cipolla, Board President of Oklahomans for Equality and former chair of Tulsa Young Professionals Organization. Whitney and Evan discuss her life and leadership in Tulsa, the missions and visions of OKEQ and TYPROS, and how to effectively and meaningfully invest in your community through leadership, service, and community. Join us today! Subscribe on Apple Podcasts and Spotify to get notified of our new releases and share with anyone who wants to learn more about Tulsa!SpotifyApple PodcastGoogle PodcastIf you are interested in looking at our open career opportunities, don’t forget to check out our career website: https://careers.intulsa.com/Join our Talent Network to receive access to the latest job opportunities in Tulsa: https://careers.intulsa.com/user/register/applicantAdditionally, find out about all our upcoming Elevate your Career Series Free Workshop events at talent.intulsa.com/events

March 27, 202555 min

Kes Mitchell and Macullen Nadurak: Supporting Immigrant Communities in Tulsa

On this episode of Grow With Us,  Evan speaks with Kes Mitchell and Macullen Nadurak of YWCA Tulsa. We discuss the YWCA Tulsa’s role in supporting refugees, immigrants, and asylum seekers in Tulsa, how to navigate uncertainty in nonprofit and legal spaces, and where there is hope in the community. Join us today! Subscribe on Apple Podcasts and Spotify to get notified of our new releases and share with anyone who wants to learn more about Tulsa!SpotifyApple PodcastGoogle PodcastIf you are interested in looking at our open career opportunities, don’t forget to check out our career website: https://careers.intulsa.com/Join our Talent Network to receive access to the latest job opportunities in Tulsa: https://careers.intulsa.com/user/register/applicantAdditionally, find out about all our upcoming Elevate your Career Series Free Workshop events at talent.intulsa.com/events

March 13, 20251 hr 1 min

Levi Patrick and STEM Interventions Improving Outcomes for Tulsa Students

On this episode of Grow With Us, Evan speaks with Levi Patrick, Executive Director of the Tulsa Regional STEM Alliance. We talk about the community opportunities to positively impact a student in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics, the impact and reach of TRSA, and the importance of workforce development in education pathways. Join us today! Subscribe on Apple Podcasts and Spotify to get notified of our new releases and share with anyone who wants to learn more about Tulsa!If you are interested in looking at our open career opportunities, don’t forget to check out our career website: https://careers.intulsa.com/Join our Talent Network to receive access to the latest job opportunities in Tulsa: https://careers.intulsa.com/user/register/applicantAdditionally, find out about all our upcoming Elevate your Career Series Free Workshop events at talent.intulsa.com/events