Robin Hassler Thompson

In this episode, host Dave Fiore speaks with Robin Hassler Thompson, the executive director of the Survive and Thrive Advocacy Center. STAC provides direct support for victims of human trafficking and focuses on community education. Robin says she has always loved learning, but when she got bored with high school in 1976 she jumped into politics – not running for class president – but as a volunteer chair for Jimmy Carter’s successful presidential campaign. The post Episode 38: Robin Hassler Thompson appeared first on Fiore Communications | Content-Focused Marketing | Tallahassee.

In this episode, host Dave Fiore speaks with Robin Hassler Thompson, the executive director of the Survive and Thrive Advocacy Center. STAC provides direct support for victims of human trafficking and focuses on community education. Robin says she has always loved learning, but when she got bored with high school in 1976 she jumped into politics – not running for class president – but as a volunteer chair for Jimmy Carter’s successful presidential campaign. The post <a href="https://fiorecommunications.com/2022/07/06/episode-38-robin-hassler-thompson/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Episode 38: Robin Hassler Thompson</a> appeared first on <a href="https://fiorecommunications.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Fiore Communications | Content-Focused Marketing | Tallahassee</a>.

Episode 38: Robin Hassler Thompson

Dave Westberry

In this episode, host Dave Fiore speaks with Dave Westberry, the “Voice” of the Florida State University Marching Chiefs for the last 42 years. Dave won the job as the band’s announcer at an open audition the year after he graduated and calls it the best volunteer job you could ever have. The post Episode 37: Dave Westberry appeared first on Fiore Communications | Content-Focused Marketing | Tallahassee.

In this episode, host Dave Fiore speaks with Dave Westberry, the “Voice” of the Florida State University Marching Chiefs for the last 42 years. Dave won the job as the band’s announcer at an open audition the year after he graduated and calls it the best volunteer job you could ever have. The post <a href="https://fiorecommunications.com/2022/06/23/episode-37-dave-westberry/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Episode 37: Dave Westberry</a> appeared first on <a href="https://fiorecommunications.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Fiore Communications | Content-Focused Marketing | Tallahassee</a>.

Episode 37: Dave Westberry

Alan Keesee

In this episode, host Dave Fiore speaks with Alan Keesee, CEO of HCA Florida Capital Hospital. Alan is a graduate of the University of North Carolina and earned a Master of Health Administration from Virginia Commonwealth University. After graduating, he launched his career at the HCA regional office in Reston as director of business operations where he was involved in strategic planning for 12 area hospitals. The post Episode 36: Alan Keesee appeared first on Fiore Communications | Content-Focused Marketing | Tallahassee.

In this episode, host Dave Fiore speaks with Alan Keesee, CEO of HCA Florida Capital Hospital. Alan is a graduate of the University of North Carolina and earned a Master of Health Administration from Virginia Commonwealth University. After graduating, he launched his career at the HCA regional office in Reston as director of business operations where he was involved in strategic planning for 12 area hospitals. The post <a href="https://fiorecommunications.com/2022/05/23/episode-36-alan-keesee/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Episode 36: Alan Keesee</a> appeared first on <a href="https://fiorecommunications.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Fiore Communications | Content-Focused Marketing | Tallahassee</a>.

Episode 36: Alan Keesee

Alix Miller

In this episode, host Dave Fiore speaks with Alix Miller, president and CEO of the Florida Trucking Association. If being a woman in this role was not unexpected enough, Alix holds a doctorate in interdisciplinary humanities, was a college professor, plays the oboe and was a world-class ballet dancer. The post Episode 35: Alix Miller appeared first on Fiore Communications | Content-Focused Marketing | Tallahassee.

In this episode, host Dave Fiore speaks with Alix Miller, president and CEO of the Florida Trucking Association. If being a woman in this role was not unexpected enough, Alix holds a doctorate in interdisciplinary humanities, was a college professor, plays the oboe and was a world-class ballet dancer. The post <a href="https://fiorecommunications.com/2022/04/28/episode-35-alix-miller/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Episode 35: Alix Miller</a> appeared first on <a href="https://fiorecommunications.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Fiore Communications | Content-Focused Marketing | Tallahassee</a>.

Episode 35: Alix Miller

Christic Henry

In this episode, host Dave Fiore speaks with Christic Henry, co-owner and managing broker at Kingdom First Realty, who is probably best known for her passionate advocacy for the Southside of Tallahassee. The post Episode 34: Christic Henry appeared first on Fiore Communications | Content-Focused Marketing | Tallahassee.

In this episode, host Dave Fiore speaks with Christic Henry, co-owner and managing broker at Kingdom First Realty, who is probably best known for her passionate advocacy for the Southside of Tallahassee. The post <a href="https://fiorecommunications.com/2022/04/07/episode-34-christic-henry/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Episode 34: Christic Henry</a> appeared first on <a href="https://fiorecommunications.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Fiore Communications | Content-Focused Marketing | Tallahassee</a>.

Episode 34: Christic Henry

Madison Zabala

In this episode, host Dave Fiore speaks with Madison Zabala, owner of Tallahassee Picnic, a luxury pop-up picnic service she bought with her twin sister, Makenzie, just after graduating from Leon High School. The Tallahassee native with strong roots in nearby Hosford also works as a bank teller, is a college student and just celebrated her one-year wedding anniversary with husband, Ish. The post Episode 33: Madison Zabala appeared first on Fiore Communications | Content-Focused Marketing | Tallahassee.

In this episode, host Dave Fiore speaks with Madison Zabala, owner of Tallahassee Picnic, a luxury pop-up picnic service she bought with her twin sister, Makenzie, just after graduating from Leon High School. The Tallahassee native with strong roots in nearby Hosford also works as a bank teller, is a college student and just celebrated her one-year wedding anniversary with husband, Ish. The post <a href="https://fiorecommunications.com/2022/03/21/episode-33-madison-zabala/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Episode 33: Madison Zabala</a> appeared first on <a href="https://fiorecommunications.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Fiore Communications | Content-Focused Marketing | Tallahassee</a>.

Episode 33: Madison Zabala

Dennis Fiorini

In this episode, host Dave Fiore speaks with Dr. Dennis Fiorini of Fiorini Chiropractic Center, a practice he founded with his wife, Kim, in 1992. Dennis grew up in Detroit, the youngest of five children, and learned to love sports and music, playing the trumpet in jazz bands with dreams of studying music in college. The post Episode 32: Dr. Dennis Fiorini appeared first on Fiore Communications | Content-Focused Marketing | Tallahassee.

In this episode, host Dave Fiore speaks with Dr. Dennis Fiorini of Fiorini Chiropractic Center, a practice he founded with his wife, Kim, in 1992. Dennis grew up in Detroit, the youngest of five children, and learned to love sports and music, playing the trumpet in jazz bands with dreams of studying music in college. The post <a href="https://fiorecommunications.com/2022/02/24/episode-32-dr-dennis-fiorini/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Episode 32: Dr. Dennis Fiorini</a> appeared first on <a href="https://fiorecommunications.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Fiore Communications | Content-Focused Marketing | Tallahassee</a>.

Episode 32: Dr. Dennis Fiorini

On this holiday mini-episode of How I Got Here, host Dave Fiore speaks with none other than the man in the big red suit, Santa Claus. Santa was kind enough to spend a few minutes discussing his plans as he prepares for the big day, which is coming up fast.  The post Episode 31: Santa Claus appeared first on Fiore Communications | Content-Focused Marketing | Tallahassee.

On this holiday mini-episode of How I Got Here, host Dave Fiore speaks with none other than the man in the big red suit, Santa Claus. Santa was kind enough to spend a few minutes discussing his plans as he prepares for the big day, which is coming up fast. The post <a href="https://fiorecommunications.com/2021/12/17/episode-31-santa-claus/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Episode 31: Santa Claus</a> appeared first on <a href="https://fiorecommunications.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Fiore Communications | Content-Focused Marketing | Tallahassee</a>.

Episode 31: Santa Claus

Royle King

In this episode, host Dave Fiore speaks with Royle King, the founder and executive director of Omega Lamplighters, a mentoring program for minority young men that now has 20 chapters across the country. Royle is also the volunteer services manager for Leon County, a job he started in March 2020. The post Episode 30: Royle King appeared first on Fiore Communications | Content-Focused Marketing | Tallahassee.

In this episode, host Dave Fiore speaks with Royle King, the founder and executive director of Omega Lamplighters, a mentoring program for minority young men that now has 20 chapters across the country. Royle is also the volunteer services manager for Leon County, a job he started in March 2020. The post <a href="https://fiorecommunications.com/2021/11/30/episode-30-royle-king/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Episode 30: Royle King</a> appeared first on <a href="https://fiorecommunications.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Fiore Communications | Content-Focused Marketing | Tallahassee</a>.

Episode 30: Royle King

Eddie Gonzalez

In this episode, host Dave Fiore speaks with Eddie Gonzalez Loumiet, the CEO of Ruvos, a leading provider of healthcare IT services that is having impact worldwide. A Cuban-American born and raised in Miami, Eddie is passionate about being a voice for, and empowering Latinos in technology-related fields. After graduating from Loyola University in New Orleans, he took a job in the Caribbean at an international private bank. While on the island, he met his wife, Jessica, and earned an MBA from the University of Miami by making a most unusual commute on the weekends. The post Episode 29: Eddie Gonzalez Loumiet appeared first on Fiore Communications | Content-Focused Marketing | Tallahassee.

In this episode, host Dave Fiore speaks with Eddie Gonzalez Loumiet, the CEO of Ruvos, a leading provider of healthcare IT services that is having impact worldwide. A Cuban-American born and raised in Miami, Eddie is passionate about being a voice for, and empowering Latinos in technology-related fields. After graduating from Loyola University in New Orleans, he took a job in the Caribbean at an international private bank. While on the island, he met his wife, Jessica, and earned an MBA from the University of Miami by making a most unusual commute on the weekends. The post <a href="https://fiorecommunications.com/2021/10/14/episode-29-eddie-gonzalez-loumiet/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Episode 29: Eddie Gonzalez Loumiet</a> appeared first on <a href="https://fiorecommunications.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Fiore Communications | Content-Focused Marketing | Tallahassee</a>.

Episode 29: Eddie Gonzalez Loumiet

Host Dave Fiore talks with Tallahassee-area leaders, business owners and neighbors about their personal stories – all the challenges, opportunities and influences that led them to where they are today. Emotional, inspirational and almost always surprising, How I Got Here gives listeners real insight into the lives of our area’s most interesting people.

This podcast is very high quality and a great listen! Keep up the great work!

Great listen!

Every episode is so unique and so interesting! Love this podcast!

Great podcast!!!

How I Got Here with Dave Fiore

In this episode, host Dave Fiore speaks with Talethia Edwards, the founder and president of the Greater Bond Neighborhood Association who has already secured more than $6 million for community revitalization. The Miami native came to Tallahassee as a freshman at FAMU where she met her husband Harold. The couple has seven children and are currently caring for two more they hope to formally adopt in the near future.   The post Episode 16: Talethia Edwards appeared first on Fiore Communications | Content-Focused Marketing | Tallahassee.

In this episode, host Dave Fiore speaks with Talethia Edwards, the founder and president of the Greater Bond Neighborhood Association who has already secured more than $6 million for community revitalization. The Miami native came to Tallahassee as a freshman at FAMU where she met her husband Harold. The couple has seven children and are currently caring for two more they hope to formally adopt in the near future. The post <a href="https://fiorecommunications.com/2020/05/26/episode-16-talethia-edwards/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Episode 16: Talethia Edwards</a> appeared first on <a href="https://fiorecommunications.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Fiore Communications | Content-Focused Marketing | Tallahassee</a>.

Episode 16: Talethia Edwards

Mickey Moore

In this episode, host Dave Fiore speaks with Mickey Moore, former executive director of the TMH and Southern Scholarship foundations, marathon runner and doting husband and father. He is a driven, high achiever who projects an attitude of self-reliance born from a childhood that included times of homelessness, premature independence and an unsure path to stability and happiness.  The post Episode 4: Mickey Moore appeared first on Fiore Communications | Content-Focused Marketing | Tallahassee.

In this episode, host Dave Fiore speaks with Mickey Moore, former executive director of the TMH and Southern Scholarship foundations, marathon runner and doting husband and father. He is a driven, high achiever who projects an attitude of self-reliance born from a childhood that included times of homelessness, premature independence and an unsure path to stability and happiness. The post <a href="https://fiorecommunications.com/2019/10/31/episode-4-mickey-moore/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Episode 4: Mickey Moore</a> appeared first on <a href="https://fiorecommunications.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Fiore Communications | Content-Focused Marketing | Tallahassee</a>.

Episode 4: Mickey Moore

Jami Coleman

In this episode, host Dave Fiore speaks with Jami Coleman, a tax attorney and partner in the firm Williams and Coleman. Her path to the law includes a few run-ins with it and a long, arduous process of proving she had the character to serve the clients she now receives accolades for representing. In her life, Jami has experienced the gamut of love, support, disappointment and tragic loss – with unexpected blessings sprinkled throughout. If you ever thought your life was too off track to recover from, Jami’s story will inspire you to keep grinding – and depend on a strength greater than your own – to reach your goals. The post Episode 8: Jami Coleman appeared first on Fiore Communications | Content-Focused Marketing | Tallahassee.

In this episode, host Dave Fiore speaks with Jami Coleman, a tax attorney and partner in the firm Williams and Coleman. Her path to the law includes a few run-ins with it and a long, arduous process of proving she had the character to serve the clients she now receives accolades for representing. In her life, Jami has experienced the gamut of love, support, disappointment and tragic loss – with unexpected blessings sprinkled throughout. If you ever thought your life was too off track to recover from, Jami’s story will inspire you to keep grinding – and depend on a strength greater than your own – to reach your goals. The post <a href="https://fiorecommunications.com/2019/12/27/episode-8-jami-coleman/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Episode 8: Jami Coleman</a> appeared first on <a href="https://fiorecommunications.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Fiore Communications | Content-Focused Marketing | Tallahassee</a>.

Episode 8: Jami Coleman

If you need a break from the news or could use a distraction that will encourage you, I offer you the stories of the guests I have been privileged to talk with on this podcast. They are willing to be vulnerable in hopes of encouraging others who may be experiencing some of the same challenges or obstacles they did. I am confident you will be inspired. I invite you to listen wherever you get your podcasts. The post Trailer: We Could All Use Some Encouragement About Now appeared first on Fiore Communications | Content-Focused Marketing | Tallahassee.

If you need a break from the news or could use a distraction that will encourage you, I offer you the stories of the guests I have been privileged to talk with on this podcast. They are willing to be vulnerable in hopes of encouraging others who may be experiencing some of the same challenges or obstacles they did. I am confident you will be inspired. I invite you to listen wherever you get your podcasts. The post <a href="https://fiorecommunications.com/2020/03/19/how-i-got-here-with-dave-fiore/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Trailer: We Could All Use Some Encouragement About Now</a> appeared first on <a href="https://fiorecommunications.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Fiore Communications | Content-Focused Marketing | Tallahassee</a>.

Trailer: We Could All Use Some Encouragement About Now

In this episode, host Dave Fiore speaks with Maicel Green, a successful communications professional who helped guide members of the Talquin Electric Cooperative through two recent hurricanes. She is also a devoted wife and mom, a respected community leader and an Olympic gold medalist with a heart for encouraging young women to follow their dreams.  The post Episode 3: Maicel Green appeared first on Fiore Communications | Content-Focused Marketing | Tallahassee.

In this episode, host Dave Fiore speaks with Maicel Green, a successful communications professional who helped guide members of the Talquin Electric Cooperative through two recent hurricanes. She is also a devoted wife and mom, a respected community leader and an Olympic gold medalist with a heart for encouraging young women to follow their dreams. The post <a href="https://fiorecommunications.com/2019/10/31/episode-3-maicel-green/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Episode 3: Maicel Green</a> appeared first on <a href="https://fiorecommunications.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Fiore Communications | Content-Focused Marketing | Tallahassee</a>.

Episode 3: Maicel Green

Terri Smith

In this episode, host Dave Fiore speaks with Terri Smith, owner of Terri Smith Details, a boutique party rental company known for transforming event venues into unique spaces. Terri is energetic, confident and a whirlwind of ideas, which has helped her overcome challenges that include escaping Saigon, Vietnam, with her family as a young child, living on her own at age 16 and waitressing her way through college – a decision she actually regrets. She now focuses her passions on helping make bridal dreams come true. The post Episode 5: Terri Smith appeared first on Fiore Communications | Content-Focused Marketing | Tallahassee.

In this episode, host Dave Fiore speaks with Terri Smith, owner of Terri Smith Details, a boutique party rental company known for transforming event venues into unique spaces. Terri is energetic, confident and a whirlwind of ideas, which has helped her overcome challenges that include escaping Saigon, Vietnam, with her family as a young child, living on her own at age 16 and waitressing her way through college – a decision she actually regrets. She now focuses her passions on helping make bridal dreams come true. The post <a href="https://fiorecommunications.com/2019/11/14/episode-5-terri-smith/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Episode 5: Terri Smith</a> appeared first on <a href="https://fiorecommunications.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Fiore Communications | Content-Focused Marketing | Tallahassee</a>.

Episode 5: Terri Smith

Bill Kelly

In this episode, host Dave Fiore talks with Bill Kelly, a guy who has never been afraid to try something new. He did gymnastics for the first time in college and made the team, worked in radio formats he wasn’t familiar with and became an actor after a fax came into the radio station looking for help with student films. And today, when he’s not selling or producing local radio, he’s flying around the country to be on set with the likes of Samuel L. Jackson, Anne Hathaway and Dwayne Johnson. Not too bad for a guy who says he was pretty invisible before he got cast in the lead of his high school play.  The post Episode 7: Bill Kelly appeared first on Fiore Communications | Content-Focused Marketing | Tallahassee.

In this episode, host Dave Fiore talks with Bill Kelly, a guy who has never been afraid to try something new. He did gymnastics for the first time in college and made the team, worked in radio formats he wasn’t familiar with and became an actor after a fax came into the radio station looking for help with student films. And today, when he’s not selling or producing local radio, he’s flying around the country to be on set with the likes of Samuel L. Jackson, Anne Hathaway and Dwayne Johnson. Not too bad for a guy who says he was pretty invisible before he got cast in the lead of his high school play. The post <a href="https://fiorecommunications.com/2019/12/12/episode-7-bill-kelly/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Episode 7: Bill Kelly</a> appeared first on <a href="https://fiorecommunications.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Fiore Communications | Content-Focused Marketing | Tallahassee</a>.

Episode 7: Bill Kelly

Elizabeth Emmanuel

In this episode, host Dave Fiore speaks with Elizabeth Emmanuel, the CEO of the Tallahassee Downtown Improvement Authority. The Tallahassee native started her career path on a field trip to a funeral home while at Tallahassee Community, where she was offered a job on the spot by her future mentor. But it was a tragic personal loss during her time as a funeral director that led to the realization that she needed a break and the chance to pursue other opportunities. While her career has taken some turns, it is her caring for people – whether mourning the loss of a loved one or pursuing opportunities to engage in their community – that has made Elizabeth a respected and influential leader.   The post Episode 12: Elizabeth Emmanuel appeared first on Fiore Communications | Content-Focused Marketing | Tallahassee.

In this episode, host Dave Fiore speaks with Elizabeth Emmanuel, the CEO of the Tallahassee Downtown Improvement Authority. The Tallahassee native started her career path on a field trip to a funeral home while at Tallahassee Community, where she was offered a job on the spot by her future mentor. But it was a tragic personal loss during her time as a funeral director that led to the realization that she needed a break and the chance to pursue other opportunities. While her career has taken some turns, it is her caring for people – whether mourning the loss of a loved one or pursuing opportunities to engage in their community – that has made Elizabeth a respected and influential leader. The post <a href="https://fiorecommunications.com/2020/02/25/episode-12-elizabeth-emmanuel/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Episode 12: Elizabeth Emmanuel</a> appeared first on <a href="https://fiorecommunications.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Fiore Communications | Content-Focused Marketing | Tallahassee</a>.

Episode 12: Elizabeth Emmanuel

Rachel Pienta

In this episode, host Dave Fiore speaks with Rachel Pienta, the 4-H Youth Development Program Director at the University of Florida’s Extension Office in Wakulla County. A native of upstate New York, Rachel finished high school in rural central Florida, where she says she felt a little like Kevin Bacon in Footloose. She earned a Ph.D. from Florida State University, has led organizations, run local political machines and is a long-time educator. Rachel, along with her husband, David, whom she met at a speed-dating event, gives back in many ways, including hosting exchange students from around the world. The post Episode 15: Rachel Pienta appeared first on Fiore Communications | Content-Focused Marketing | Tallahassee.

In this episode, host Dave Fiore speaks with Rachel Pienta, the 4-H Youth Development Program Director at the University of Florida’s Extension Office in Wakulla County. A native of upstate New York, Rachel finished high school in rural central Florida, where she says she felt a little like Kevin Bacon in Footloose. She earned a Ph.D. from Florida State University, has led organizations, run local political machines and is a long-time educator. Rachel, along with her husband, David, whom she met at a speed-dating event, gives back in many ways, including hosting exchange students from around the world. The post <a href="https://fiorecommunications.com/2020/04/28/episode-15-rachel-pienta/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Episode 15: Rachel Pienta</a> appeared first on <a href="https://fiorecommunications.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Fiore Communications | Content-Focused Marketing | Tallahassee</a>.

Episode 15: Rachel Pienta

Kelley Hutto

In this episode, host Dave Fiore speaks with Kelley Hutto, the founder and owner of PlayBig. The former All-American track star and mother of three was fueled by poor experiences with the health care system to leave a career in marketing and pursue a calling in physical therapy. Seeing firsthand the devastating impact of health care that lacks resolve and compassion, Kelley is on a mission to ensure children in this region receive better. And based on the response from area parents and the continued growth of her company, she’s not alone.  The post Episode 10: Kelley Hutto appeared first on Fiore Communications | Content-Focused Marketing | Tallahassee.

In this episode, host Dave Fiore speaks with Kelley Hutto, the founder and owner of PlayBig. The former All-American track star and mother of three was fueled by poor experiences with the health care system to leave a career in marketing and pursue a calling in physical therapy. Seeing firsthand the devastating impact of health care that lacks resolve and compassion, Kelley is on a mission to ensure children in this region receive better. And based on the response from area parents and the continued growth of her company, she’s not alone. The post <a href="https://fiorecommunications.com/2020/01/28/episode-10-kelley-hutto/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Episode 10: Kelley Hutto</a> appeared first on <a href="https://fiorecommunications.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Fiore Communications | Content-Focused Marketing | Tallahassee</a>.

Episode 10: Kelley Hutto

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