Business Ethics, Walk the Talk

Mar 03 2024 2
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Welcome to the show, where we explore the world of business ethics and how it can benefit companies, employees, customers, and the world. Hosted by Blake Peterson, a licensed financial planning expert based in Omaha, Nebraska, and a passionate advocate for ethical leadership. From startups to established corporations, we feature guests who are leading the way in ethical business practices. We believe in a better way of doing business, and we're here to showcase the power of ethical leadership. Join us for a journey into the fascinating world of business ethics and learn how it can impact your company's success.

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Anne Marie Marlier, Ph.D., and the Future of Business Ethics.

Mar 03 2024 52 mins  
AnneMarie Marlier, Executive Director of the Business Ethics Alliance visits the podcast studio to talk with Blake about her insights into what ethics is about, her journey that led her to the Alliance and Omaha, and the future of the organization and what it means to be mindful of creating an ethical future.The Business Ethics Alliance is dedicated to building Support systems and

John Fulwider, PhD on Guiding Leaders to their Next Success.

Feb 13 2024 59 mins  
Welcome to the premiere episode of Season 4 of Walk the Talk, The exclusive business Podcast about ethics presented by the Business Ethics Alliance, hosted by the amazing Blake Peterson!John Fulwider, PhD joins us on our inaugural episode of 2024 to reveal to us the world of Executive Coaching and how to build the proper leadership team to get you to your next, next , NEXT big goal

Steve Warren on the Warren Academy, DREAM, and the Balancing Act Between Profit & Purpose.

Oct 22 2023 43 mins  
Do you know how to navigate the line between a non-profit organization and finding ways to create revenue? In this episode of "Walk the Talk," Blake sits down with the remarkable Steve Warren, a true pioneer in addressing the needs of kids here in Omaha. Both a Husker and an NFL Player, Steve has spent his life pushing the boundaries of what he was capable of, both physic

Why Media Relations and Crisis Communications takes real Moxie.

Aug 27 2023 53 mins  
Makayla McMorris and Kristi Andersen are the beating heart at the core of Moxie 16, a boutique integrated communications marketing firm focused on public & media relations, crisis communications, social media, content development, and more. With decades of the Highest-Level Experience, from guiding UNO through the minefield of covid precautions and addressing disinformation, to

The Future of Work with Jina Hwang Ph.D.

Jul 03 2023 70 mins  
What is the Future of Work?The Covid Pandemic forced lots of business to change how they worked with theri personnel, to adapt or potentially lose everything.Now that the initial shutdown quarantining is over, business are trying to go back to... well.... business as usual, but now the workforce is in a completely different place, with some preferring work-at-home, hybrid, or a Job

The Lending Link to the American Dream

May 21 2023 56 mins  
Daniel Padilla came to America almost 30 years ago looking to get into hospitality and his chance at the Dream. Instead, he worked in banking and finance in a position that was created overnight to address the fast-growing immigrant population in the city. In that time, he saw, and experienced, the exploitive and manipulative practices that targeted immigrants and financially vulne

From Real Estate to Real Impact How Business and Purpose Align with Van Deeb

May 01 2023 48 mins  
Join us on this exciting episode as we sit down with Van Deeb, an accomplished real estate professional and founder of DEEB Realty in Omaha, Nebraska. With over 20 years of experience in the industry, Van has established himself as one of the top brokers in the region, specializing in real estate investing, property management, and residential and commercial sales. We'll also

Raising the Next Generation of Female Leaders Involves a lot More Than Selling Cookies.

Mar 22 2023 54 mins  
Many know Girl Scouts are home to the best cookies in the world! But it’s also one of the best leadership schools in the world and a successful business. Sarah credits their success with ensuring that everyone's voice is heard. “It’s vital,” she says. So, what can you learn about raising up every voice? Listen Now.On the Next #BEApod with Blake Peterson.

Empowering Small Businesses to Compete and Grow. How One City Government is Trying to Help.

Feb 18 2023 45 mins  
In this episode, Blake sits down with the current Director of Human Rights and Relations for the City of Omaha, Gerald Kuhn, to discuss the programs he manages with the goal of uplifting small businesses founded in low-income areas of the community. To learn more about Gerald and his position, follow this link: https://www.wowt.com/2023/01/06/mayor-appoints-new-human-rights-relatio

Business Ethics and leadership don't just come with a designation, how the McGowan foundation is trying to change that.

Jan 07 2023 36 mins  
This month, Blake is joined by Brian Peckrill of the McGowan foundation to discuss how they are teaching Business Ethics to a select group MBA students each year and the changes they hope it will bring to the C-Suite.