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April 26, 2025

Elevating Hospitality: The Power of Hospitality Intelligence

Discover how incorporating hospitality intelligence into quality service enhances professional skills in the hospitality industry. We share insights from workshops and programs designed to improve enrollment, communication, and relationships at Metropolitan State University of Denver. #HospitalityIntelligence #QualityService #HospitalityTraining #MetropolitanStateUniversity #ProfessionalDevelopment #EnrollmentSuccess #CommunicationSkills #RelationshipBuilding #Workshops #CustomerExperience

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April 26, 2025

Answering Your Design Questions: Mixing Metals & More | iNNOVATION Insights Podcast

Designer Robin Julich discusses the importance of asking good questions in the design world. She shares an insightful conversation about how to mix metals and emphasizes the value of leveraging social media to fulfill the curiosity and needs of inquisitive minds. Tune in to learn how addressing questions can enhance…

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April 26, 2025

Maintaining the Relevance of Your Personal Brand in Today's World | iNNOVATION Insights Podcast

Mark D. Leslie, MBA, discusses how crucial it is to keep your personal brand relevant in today's fast-paced world. He emphasizes the importance of regularly updating your LinkedIn profile and staying current. Mark advises focusing on who you truly are rather than trying to be everything to everyone, which can…

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April 26, 2025

The Power of Professional Bonds with Dr. Shannon Coleman | iNNOVATION Insights Podcast

Dr. Shannon Coleman reflects on the significant professional relationships that shaped her career, particularly highlighting her time at Iowa State. She shares how the bond with a colleague (actually podcast host, Dr. Eulanda Sanders) influenced her decision to join Iowa State and enriched her experience there. Tune in to hear…

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April 26, 2025

Kerri McBee-Black's Journey: The Value of Education & Overcoming Challenges | iNNOVATION Insights

Dr. Kerri McBee-Black emphasizes the importance of education as the best investment in oneself. She shares her story of pursuing higher education, including taking a break between her master's and doctorate programs. Dr. McBee-Black discusses her challenges with a difficult mentor during her master's program in the mid-90s and how…

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April 25, 2025

Why Our Nail Salon Has Unmatched Employee Loyalty

Discover how our nail salon fosters a positive culture that keeps talented technicians for years. We explore the community impact and share personal experiences that have helped us grow and maintain a loyal customer base. Find out why people love our services! #NailSalon #EmployeeLoyalty #CustomerExperience #SalonCulture #CommunitySupport #NailArt #BusinessSuccess #ClientTestimonials…

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April 25, 2025

Building Trust in Business: Our Journey to Success

Starting a new business is challenging, especially in customer service. We share how we earned trust and attracted loyal clients, while facing technician shortages in a small town. Discover the strategies that helped us grow our team and our reputation! #BusinessGrowth #CustomerService #TrustBuilding #EntrepreneurJourney #SmallBusinessSuccess #CommunitySupport #TechIndustry #AmesIowa #LocalBusiness #WordOfMouth

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April 25, 2025

The Impact of WWD on Black Fashion History

Explore how WWD's groundbreaking coverage helped shape Black fashion in cities like Chicago, Atlanta, and beyond. We highlight influential designers, including the notable Ola Hudson, and discuss their contributions to style and culture. Discover the untold stories that shaped the fashion landscape. #BlackFashionHistory #WWD #FashionInfluencers #OlaHudson #FashionDocumentary #ChicagoFashion #AtlantaDesigners #StyleLegacy…

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April 25, 2025

The Revolution of Fashion: Urban Style Meets Lacoste

Explore how Stephen Burroughs and Virgil Abloh transformed fashion by merging urban style with high-end brands like Lacoste. Discover the innovative influence of music, art, and culture on modern fashion's evolution and marketing strategies. #FashionRevolution #UrbanStyle #LacosteCollab #StephenBurroughs #VirgilAbloh #CulturalInfluence #FashionInnovation #Streetwear #FashionMarketing #ArtAndFashion

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April 25, 2025

Exploring Data Analytics: Sentiment Analysis with Python and Tableau | iNNOVATION Insights Podcast

Join Jian Yu, MS, as he discusses his participation in a practical research project that utilized data analytics in various fields. He shares insights from his work with Sentiment Analysis, using Python and Tableau to analyze social media data. Jian also reflects on his time at Boston University, interacting with…

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April 25, 2025

Embracing Imperfection: Career Advice for Aspiring Costume Designers | iNNOVATION Insights Podcast

Dr. Sara Jablon-Roberts discusses the essence of communication, emphasizing that full understanding from the audience is not always necessary. She extends her advice to young and aspiring costume designers, encouraging them to forgive themselves for not achieving historical accuracy and to consider different creative directions. Dr. Jablon-Roberts shares personal experiences…

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April 25, 2025

Sustainable Fashion: Innovation and the Future of Quality Materials | iNNOVATION Insights Podcast

Hillary Glenn Riley discusses the importance of creating lasting, high-quality apparel using environmentally friendly materials. She highlights the challenges of fast fashion and excess waste while advocating for biodegradable materials and improved garment lifecycle management. Hillary also talks about the need for companies to commit to sustainable practices and the…

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April 25, 2025

The Joy of Knitting: A Lifelong Passion with Billie Elias, MS | iNNOVATION Insights Podcast

Join Billie Elias, MS, as she shares her journey of reinventing herself through knitting. In this episode, she reflects on her hopes of continuing this passion for the next 20 years, offers interesting insights about knitting while traveling, and recalls an anecdote about encouraging others to knit during a trip…

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April 24, 2025

Sustainable Art: Using Recycled Materials in Creative Ways | iNNOVATION Insights Podcast

Vince Quevedo, MFA, discusses the surprising reality that most donations to thrift stores end up as waste. He advocates for sustainability by using old garments, sheets, and curtains as materials for artistic projects. Quevedo highlights the importance of teaching artists and students to create beautiful works with inexpensive and repurposed…

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April 24, 2025

AI Revolution: Embrace the Future or Fall Behind?

Explore the current AI landscape and address pushback. We dive into AI's impact and future, offering perspectives for navigating this technological shift. #AI #ArtificialIntelligence #FutureofAI #TechRevolution #AIdebate #Innovation #Technology #MachineLearning #AIinsights #DigitalTransformation

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April 24, 2025

AI Fashion Design: Future of Garment Creation?

Can AI generate perfect patterns from descriptions? we explore AI's role in digital fashion, 3D acceptance, and workflow solutions, emphasizing user-driven development. #AIFashion #DigitalFashion #3DDesign #FashionTech #GarmentDesign #PatternMaking #AIinFashion #TechTrends #FutureofFashion #CLO3D

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April 24, 2025

Unleash Your Creativity: The Power of Any Tool

Express yourself limitlessly! We explore using pencils, paintbrushes, computers, and more to unlock your artistic potential and bring your visions to life. #CreativeTools #ArtisticExpression #DigitalArt #PencilArt #PaintingTechniques #AirbrushArt #WacomPen #ArtTutorial #CreativeProcess #UnleashYourCreativity

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April 24, 2025

Garment Design: Unleash Your Creativity with New Tools

Designers escape to familiar tools, repurposing materials. Constant learning and adapting new tools like Clo are vital for garment design. A designer's mindset observes everything. #GarmentDesign #FashionDesign #CreativeProcess #DesignTools #CLO3D #FashionIndustry #DesignInspiration #RepurposedFashion #SustainableFashion #CreativeMindset

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April 24, 2025

CLO Virtual Fashion Discovery: 15 Years Later, I'm Blown Away!

A colleague introduced us to Clow after an academic summit. Not tech-savvy, she urged us to watch the flash drive content. We were immediately impressed! #Clow #AcademicSummit #FlashDriveDiscovery #TechnologyInnovation #ColleagueRecommendation #UnexpectedFind #TechEducation #InnovationJourney #BlownAway #TechHistory

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April 24, 2025

How Loyal Customers and Google Helped Us Grow | iNNOVATION Insights Podcast

Bi Ayers discusses the power of Google in gaining loyal customers who had never heard of their business before. Learn how positive reviews and great customer service have played a crucial role in their growth, and hear personal anecdotes about the strong relationships formed with regular clients. ⚫Connect with Bi…

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April 24, 2025

The Power of Empathy in Guest Relations with Dr. Godwin-Charles Ogbeide | iNNOVATION Insights

Dr. Godwin-Charles Ogbeide discusses the importance of active listening and empathy in guest relations. He emphasizes treating guests how you wish to be treated, ensuring their happiness even at a cost. Dr. Ogbeide explains how showing empathy can positively impact a guest’s physiological state, converting stress into happiness through empathy…

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April 24, 2025

Finding Your Happiness and Purpose with Mark Travis Rivera | iNNOVATION Insights Podcast

Mark Travis Rivera shares his insights on the importance of pursuing what makes you truly happy rather than merely paying the bills. He reflects on his journey as a first-generation college graduate, the challenges he faced in high school, and how his determination fueled his success. Join us as he…

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April 23, 2025

3D Design Revolution: Digital Fashion's Future Unveiled!

Explore digital fashion's transformative impact with 3D design innovator, Jim Simon. Dr. Yolanda Sanders uncovers groundbreaking research and the future of industries! #3DDesign #DigitalFashion #InnovationInsights #FutureofFashion #TechInnovation #ArtandTechnology #YolandaSanders #JimSimon #VirtualFashion #CreativeTech

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April 23, 2025

3D Fashion Design: Revolutionizing Industry & Academia with Clo

Explore how Clo 3D is transforming fashion design, bridging the gap between industry needs and academic training, reducing prototyping and accelerating virtual workflows. #3DFashion #FashionDesign #Clo3D #VirtualFashion #FashionTech #DigitalDesign #Prototyping #FashionEducation #TechInFashion #Innovation

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