The Freedom Forum with Angela B. Freeman

Feb 26 2025 44 ep. 52 mins 2

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Indianapolis attorney Angela B. Freeman talks with guests about how the business community is tackling issues related to race, equity, gender and inclusion—in the workplace, the C-suite and in decisions about funding.

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The Freedom Forum: John Gaidoo, Vice President and Senior Deputy General Counsel at Cummins Inc.

Feb 26 2025 52 mins

Our guest on this 2025 Black History Month (BHM) episode is John Gaidoo of Cummins Inc. John discussed his executive legal career journey culminated by his African heritage, Marine military service, and training as a labor and employment attorney. John also discussed his real life and sometimes disparate experiences as a diverse man in corporate leadership, and the importance of le

The Freedom Forum: Al London, Community Impact Director and Sr. Vice President at Old National Bank

Jan 29 2025 41 mins

Al London is the Community Impact Director and Sr. Vice President at Old National Bank. Al shared some great information on how the banking industry has become more intentional about supporting and educating diverse communities to successfully prepare to obtain funding for home or business ownership and to reduce the wealth gap by helping the underserved and underbanked grow genera

The Freedom Forum: Mary Kay Huse, Indy Ignite Pro Volleyball

Dec 25 2024 53 mins

To round out our sports leadership focus this year, on this final 2024 episode of Indianapolis Business Journal’s podcast, The Freedom Forum with Angela B. Freeman, we are excited to announce our guest is Mary Kay Huse of Indy Ignite Pro Volleyball. Mary Kay stopped by the studio to tell us all about this brand new professional women’s volleyball team beginning its first season

The Freedom Forum: Sarah Myer, Chief of Staff & Strategy at Indiana Sports Corp

Nov 27 2024 51 mins

In nearing the end of our focus this year on leadership in sports organizations in Indiana, we sat down with Sarah Myer of Indiana Sports Corp. Sarah dropped by the studio to provide some insights on how this sports-centered nonprofit, headquartered right here in the Hoosier state, has set the standard in our country as the first to ever facilitate the bidding and implementation of

The Freedom Forum: Evelyn Magley, CEO at The Basketball league

Oct 30 2024 65 mins

As we turn the page on another season in Indiana this year, we continue to focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts in Indiana’s major sports league. This month we shine light on a lesser known sports institution based in our state that is having local, national, and international impact. Our guest, Evelyn Magley, is the CEO of The Basketball League (TBL). Ms. Evelyn is

The Freedom Forum: Jasmine Park, Indianapolis Colts

Sep 25 2024 63 mins

Jasmine Park is the Vice President of People, Culture, and Inclusion for the Indianapolis Colts. In keeping with our focus on professional sports this year, Jasmine dropped by the studio to discuss her experience as a diverse woman in sports and how she was able to be particularly influential in the interview and hiring process that resulted in The Colts’ new head coach. Jasmine

The Freedom Forum: Randy Lewandowski, Indianapolis Indians

Aug 28 2024 52 mins

Randy Lewandowski is the President and CEO of the Indianapolis Indians. As we continue our focus on sports organizations in Indiana, we invited Randy to come by the studio to discuss the rich history and tradition of Indiana’s oldest Minor League baseball team, his significant tenure and advancement with their organization, and how their organization has evolved over the years. I

The Freedom Forum: Kristin Weeden, Penske Entertainment Corp.

Jul 30 2024 66 mins

Kristin Weeden is the Chief Talent Officer at Penske Entertainment. As we continue our focus on sports organizational leadership in Indianapolis this year, we wanted to check back in with Penske, including Indianapolis Motor Speedway, INDYCAR, and IMS Productions, to learn about what they are doing from a Human Resources perspective to continue to make the track an inclusive enviro

The Freedom Forum: Jamie Riley, Chief Operating Officer, USA Football

Jun 26 2024 32 mins

Jamie Riley is the Chief Operating Officer at USA Football. In keeping with our focus on professional sports organizations in our community, Jamie came by the studio to tell us about all the amazing things happening with football at the Olympic level and at the grassroots - not the kind you watch on Sunday - in light of their notably increased participation across the country. Jami

The Freedom Forum: Halston Mavrick, Director of Partnerships at Indy Fuel Hockey Club

May 29 2024 42 mins

Halston Mavrick is the Director of Brand Partnerships at Indy Fuel Hockey Club. In continuing with our focus on sports organizations in Indianapolis, Halston dropped by the studio to provide some unique insights as to the origin of hockey in Indiana. She also discussed the sport’s growing following and fandom in the Hoosier state, and what exciting opportunities are on the horizo