Symplicity Conversations
Welcome to Symplicity Conversations, the podcast where we explore the intersection of business, culture, community, and technology to empower you with the insights you need to thrive.
Episodes
We explore the dynamic world of leadership with Dr. Dino Signore, a renowned business psychologist. Host Catherine Ripley dives deep into the challenges and mindset shifts required to transition from a startup to a thriving second-stage business. Discover the importance of emotional intelligence, how to build a management team that complements your strengths, and the role of peer support in fostering innovation. Whether yo...
In this episode of Symplicity Conversations, host Catherine Ripley dives into the impact of dreaming big and achieving remarkable milestones in business. Joined by Doug Seites, Director of Marketing at Symplicity, they discuss the significance of being nominated for and winning prestigious awards, such as their recent Intellisys Platinum Partner recognition, and how these achievements reflect the hard work and dedication o...
Join us for an insightful episode of Symplicity Conversations, where host Catherine Ripley sits down with Erin Stewart, Senior Director at Success KPI. Discover how businesses are leveraging data-driven insights to maximize success in an ever-evolving landscape. Erin shares her journey from starting in a mall kiosk to becoming a leader in data analytics, emphasizing the importance of relationships and strategic thinking. D...
In this episode of Simplicity Conversations, hosted by Catherine Ripley, we dive into the evolving landscape of IT services with Stephen Hackett, founder of 186Kloud. Explore Stephen's journey from channel management to founding a company focused on providing cutting-edge IT solutions. Discover insights into how businesses can adapt to technological shifts, with a special focus on the role of AI and cybersecurity in today'...
In this episode of Symplicity Conversations, join host Catherine Ripley as she sits down with Nick Stevenson, Technical Account Manager at Symplicity Communications. Dive into an engaging conversation about the evolving landscape of business and technology, the importance of genuine relationships, and how Symplicity Communications is making a difference by prioritizing client needs over sales tactics.
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Join us on this episode of Symplicity Conversations as host Catherine Ripley sits down with Brian Cohen to explore innovation and community impact. Discover the inspiration and impact of the Confluence Thought Series, a groundbreaking initiative that brings innovation and community together in West Michigan.
Brian shares his journey from launching successful music festivals to creating dynamic platforms like the Conflue...
In this episode of Symplicity Conversations, host Catherine Ripley sits down with Matthew Burnell, founder and CEO of ClickBid, to explore the transformative power of technology in nonprofit fundraising.
Matt shares the journey of ClickBid from its early days of replacing paper auctions with digital solutions to its current role in improving fundraising through innovative auction technology. We talk about the evolution of ...
Welcome to another inspiring episode of Symplicity Conversations! Join host Catherine Ripley as she sits down with Jessica Reilly, Manager of Customer Success at Symplicity, to explore the pivotal role Operations play in driving innovation and success. In this episode, Jessica shares her unique journey from stage management at SeaWorld to leading operations at Symplicity. Discover how her transformative career shift was fu...
Our host Catherine Ripley sits down with Della Pretzer, Senior Regional Partner Manager at RingCentral to unpack the power of business relationships.
Discover how innovation and collaboration fuel success in today's business landscape. Catherine and Della discuss the power of partnerships, the journey to record-breaking achievements, and the evolving role of technology in enhancing customer experience.
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Join us for this exciting episode of Symplicity Conversations as host Catherine Ripley chats with Craig Diggs, an IT leader from Fresh Thyme Markets. Discover how Craig is transforming the IT landscape with innovative strategies and a focus on empowering his team. From tackling outdated systems to implementing cutting-edge technologies, Craig shares his journey and the challenges he faces in leading IT transformations. Whe...
In this episode of Symplicity Conversations, we sit down with Margi Shaw, CEO of Nitel, to explore her leadership journey and the remarkable growth Nitel has achieved under her guidance.
Margi shares valuable insights into her leadership style, strategies for scaling a business, and the pivotal moments that shaped her career. We dive into the challenges and triumphs of being a female leader in the technology industry, and M...
In this episode of Symplicity Conversations, we sit down with Nick Stevenson, a dynamic business development representative at Symplicity, who brings a unique blend of creativity and strategy to our sales team. Discover how Nick's background as a musician influences his approach to sales and contributes to our distinctive strategy. We discuss Nick's journey from a self-taught guitarist to a college-trained musician, and ho...
In this heartfelt episode, we dive into the inspiring journey of Catherine and her family as they navigate the ups and downs of growing and running a business and maintaining strong family bonds. Listen in as Catherine shares the pivotal moments that shaped her and inspired her commitment to creating a supportive work environment. Joined by her daughters, Samantha and Nichole, and her mother, Caron, Catherine reflects on t...
On this engaging episode of Symplicity Conversations, host Catherine Ripley dives deep into the world of government contracting with the Symplicity Communications team. Hear the inspiring journeys of Victor Zuniga, Ben Murray, and Carla Skuhrovec, who bring unique expertise and passion to Symplicity's Government Contracting Division.
Learn how they navigate the complexities of federal and state markets, build trust with de...
In this exciting episode of Simplicity Conversations, host Catherine Ripley is joined by Jennifer Wangler, Vice President of Technology at The Right Place, for an inspiring discussion on the transformative power of technology and collaboration in West Michigan.
Jennifer shares her journey from running a small business to leading tech innovation and community building efforts. Together, they discuss the rise of Grand Rapids ...
In this episode of Symplicity Conversations, Catherine Ripley sits down with Rachel Gorman, President and CEO of the Muskegon Lakeshore Chamber of Commerce, for an insightful discussion about the evolving landscape of Muskegon and the importance of following your passions. Rachel shares her perspective on the city’s transformation, the value of building meaningful connections, and the significance of mentorship in shaping ...
Welcome to the first-ever episode of Symplicity Conversations, the podcast where we explore the intersection of business, culture, community, and technology to empower you with the insights you need to thrive.
Our host, Catherine Ripley, is joined by Symplicity Communications Marketing Manager, Doug Seites, as they talk about his unique journey to his current role, the marketing challenges Symplicity and similar companies f...
Welcome to Symplicity Conversations, the podcast where business, culture, and community come together to inspire and empower. Together, each episode we’ll explore meaningful conversations about how today’s business landscape is shaped by innovation, relationships, and the people behind the progress. From actionable insights and stories from industry leaders to topics like customer experience, fostering strong business rela...
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