Beyond the Dais - The Stories of El Paso County

Strategy Team Sessions: Volume 4

The Strategy Team is back for another edition of Strategy Team Sessions! Filling the hot seats this week are Natalie Sosa, El Paso County's Deputy Director of Communications, and Marketing Communications Manager AmyJo Fields. This episode was recorded on March 18, 2024.
These episodes are a joy for me because I get to speak with co-workers in a more casual environment than most other interviews. This time around, we cover how our roles impact emergencies, fairs, and media interviews.
So kick back, relax, and enjoy the conversation! And as always, feel free to comment or reach out if you have any questions.
If you’d prefer to view a YouTube version of the recording, watch the embedded video below.

An Interview with the Space Foundation Discovery Center

This interview with the Director of the Space Foundation Discovery Center, Dr. Terry Bramschreiber, was recorded on March 11, 2024. In this episode we talk about a couple of upcoming Space Foundation events and what visitors can expect from the Discovery Center's renovation.
If you want to learn more about the Discovery Center, or want to volunteer with the organization, you can visit their website at https://discoverspace.org/.
Beyond the Dais aims to bring you stories about people making a difference in El Paso County, Colorado. If you are interested in more of these stories, including those about organizations and projects in the community that are putting ARPA grant funding to good use, please visit https://admin.elpasoco.com/el-paso-county-arpa-stories/ and stay tuned to future episodes of this podcast.
If you’d prefer to view a YouTube version of the recording, watch the embedded video below.

An Interview with DBSA Colorado Springs

This interview with the Founder of the Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance of Colorado Springs, Karen Fallahi, was recorded on March 5, 2024. In this episode we talk about Karen's personal story and how that led to the creation of the Colorado Springs chapter of DBSA.
If you want to learn more about DBSA, or want to volunteer with the organization, you can visit their website at https://www.dbsacoloradosprings.org/.
Beyond the Dais aims to bring you stories about people making a difference in El Paso County, Colorado. If you are interested in more of these stories, including those about organizations and projects in the community that are putting ARPA grant funding to good use, please visit https://admin.elpasoco.com/el-paso-county-arpa-stories/ and stay tuned to future episodes of this podcast.
If you'd prefer to view a YouTube version of the recording, watch the embedded video below.

An Interview with the Youth Documentary Academy

This interview with the Executive Director of the Youth Documentary Academy, Tom Shepard, was recorded on February 20, 2024. In this episode we talk about the importance of storytelling and the impact youth voices can have in a community.
If you want to learn more about the Youth Documentary Academy, or want to volunteer with the organization, you can visit their website at https://www.youthdocumentary.org/.
If you are interested in more stories about organizations and projects in the community that are putting ARPA grant funding to good use, please visit https://admin.elpasoco.com/el-paso-county-arpa-stories/ and stay tuned to future episodes of this podcast.
If you'd prefer to view a YouTube version of the recording, watch the embedded video below.

An Interview with Brandon Eldridge

This interview with the Pikes Peak Small Business Development Center Executive Director, Brandon Eldridge, was recorded on February 16, 2024. In this episode we talk about the SBDC's purpose and how they serve the local business community.
If you want to learn more about the SBDC, or want to become a consultant, you can visit their website at https://pikespeaksbdc.org/.
If you are interested in more stories about organizations and projects in the community that are putting ARPA grant funding to good use, please visit https://admin.elpasoco.com/el-paso-county-arpa-stories/ and stay tuned to future episodes of this podcast.
If you'd prefer to view a YouTube version of the recording, watch the embedded video below.
 

An Interview with the Colorado Springs Sports Corporation

This interview with Brianna Goodwin and Shelbi Lowery from the Colorado Springs Sports Corporation was recorded on February 13, 2024. In this episode we talk about the breadth of their programs and how they're helping youth bounce back from the pandemic.
If you want to learn more about the Colorado Springs Sports Corporation, or want to volunteer with the organization, you can visit their website at https://www.coloradospringssports.org/.
If you are interested in more stories about organizations and projects in the community that are putting ARPA grant funding to good use, please visit https://admin.elpasoco.com/el-paso-county-arpa-stories/ and stay tuned to future episodes of this podcast.
If you'd prefer to view a YouTube version of the recording, watch the embedded video below.

An Interview with El Paso Pride Soccer Association

This interview with the Executive Director for El Paso Pride Soccer Association, Candy Brooks, was recorded on February 6, 2024. In this episode we talk about the positive influence of sport in children's lives.
If you want to learn more about El Paso Pride Soccer Association, or want to volunteer with the organization, you can visit their website at https://pridesoccer.com/ or call 719.597.6700.
If you are interested in more stories about organizations and projects in the community that are putting ARPA grant funding to good use, please visit https://admin.elpasoco.com/el-paso-county-arpa-stories/ and stay tuned to future episodes of this podcast.
If you'd prefer to view a YouTube version of the recording, watch the embedded video below.

An Interview with Silver Key

This interview with the Chief Development Officer for Silver Key, Jaime Garcia, was recorded on January 25, 2024. In this episode we talk about Silver Key's origins and their significance within the community.
If you want to learn more about Silver Key, or want to volunteer with the organization, you can visit their website at https://www.silverkey.org/.
If you are interested in more stories about organizations and projects in the community that are putting ARPA grant funding to good use, please visit https://admin.elpasoco.com/el-paso-county-arpa-stories/ and stay tuned to future episodes of this podcast.
If you'd prefer to view a YouTube version of the recording, watch the embedded video below.

An Interview with MSC Family Restoration Center

This interview with the Executive Director for MSC Family Restoration Center, Gaby San Paolo, was recorded on January 24, 2024. In this episode we discuss what services the Center provides and how ARPA grant funding helped make a dream a reality.
If you want to learn more about the Family Restoration Center, or want to volunteer with the organization, you can visit their website at https://familyrestorationcenter.org/.
If you are interested in more stories about organizations and projects in the community that are putting ARPA grant funding to good use, please visit https://admin.elpasoco.com/el-paso-county-arpa-stories/ and stay tuned to future episodes of this podcast.
If you'd prefer to view a YouTube version of the recording, watch the embedded video below.

An Interview with Cheyenne Village

This interview with the Director of Development for Cheyenne Village, Jeannie Porter, was recorded on January 10, 2024. In this episode we discuss the problems long-term care facilities faced during the COVID pandemic and the steps Cheyenne Village has taken to recover from that difficult time.
If you want to learn more about Cheyenne Village, or want to volunteer with the organization, you can visit their website at https://cheyennevillage.org/.
If you are interested in more stories about organizations and projects in the community that are putting ARPA grant funding to good use, please visit https://admin.elpasoco.com/el-paso-county-arpa-stories/ and stay tuned to future episodes of this podcast.
If you'd prefer to view a YouTube version of the recording, watch the embedded video below.