Podcasts by What I Wish I Knew
Welcome to the Education for Tomorrow Alliance, "What I Wish I Knew" podcast. This podcast is about the emerging leaders and the steps they are taking to reach the careers they have envisioned for themselves.
We are excited to invite you on this journey as we speak with young leaders from Montgomery County, Texas and beyond about their careers, the steps and advice that have helped them along the way and their dreams for their future.
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"Lessons come from mistakes and it's okay to have fun" with Summer Hvasta from 2023-11-13T12:00
Summer Hvasta is the Senior Customer Service Specialist for the San Jacinto River Authority. Summer is the chief liaison between the SJRA and its customers. She also works on educational pieces ...
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"Learn to invest and everything can permanent" with Cody Spence from 2023-11-06T12:25
In today's episode, Corinne sits down with Cody Spence is the Owner of All Star Catering Company where he oversees sales, consultations and directs over 1,000 events each year. He has worked...
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"Things will get better and never give up" with Courtney Frost-Tadlock from 2023-10-30T11:55
In today's episode, Corinne speaks with Courtney Frost-Tadlock. Courtney is the Director of Development at Community Assistance Center (CAC), a nonprofit, social service agency providing ass...
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"You are the version of the top 6 people you surround yourself with" with Julio Resendez from 2023-10-16T11:37
On this week's episode Corinne sits down and speaks with Julio Resendez, CEO and Co-Founder of Confi and Chairman of the Board for the Montgomery County Hispanic Chamber. Julio's family ...
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"Don't worry about things you can't control" with Peter Falivene from 2023-10-09T11:00
In today's episode, Corinne sits down with Peter Falivene, Associate Attorney at The Strong Firm P.C. Peter received a degree in Political Science and Business from Texas Christian Universit...
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"Be comfortable with being uncomfortable" with Brian Hanley from 2023-10-02T11:00
In today's episode, Corinne sits down with Brian Hanley, Financial Advisor at Edward Jones. Brian began with Edward Jones because he has a passion for helping people, particularly by strivin...
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"You do not need to be anything but exactly who you are" with Emily Calver from 2023-09-25T11:41
In today's episode, Corinne chats with Emily Calver, Business and Community Outreach Specialist at Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital. Emily was born and raised in Houston, Texas. She ...
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"Keep your options open" with Zach Doninger from 2023-09-18T11:30
In this week's episode, Corinne sits down with Zach Doninger, Associate Attorney at The Strong Firm P.C. Although originally from Kentucky, he now resides in Montgomery County’s The Woodland...
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"Utilize your resources- It’s okay to ask for help!!" with Kayla Trascher from 2023-09-11T11:37
For our first episode of this season, Corinne sits down with Kayla Trascher. Kayla serves as The Woodlands Arts Council’s Administrative & Event Coordinator. She has been with the Arts Counc...
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"Your struggles are worth it" with James Greene from 2023-04-10T13:30:38
In this week's episode, I sit down with James Greene, Executive Director at the VEL Institute, a local non-profit that is dedicated to the personal and professional development of Veterans. ...
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"Take the opportunity to explore" with Mariana Almanza-Cook from 2023-04-03T11:30:24
On today's episode, we sit down with Mariana Almanza-Cook, Director of Business Retention and Expansion for The Woodlands Area Economic Development Partnership. In this role, Mariana is resp...
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"Do the internships to gain the experience" with Courtney Budra from 2023-03-27T12:49:09
Courtney Budra is the Director of Special Events at the Conroe/Lake Conroe Chamber of Commerce; an organization that promotes and advocates for business in the Conroe area. At the chamber, she is r...
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"Take a step out of our comfort zone" with Corrin Barrow from 2023-03-20T13:25:58
In today's episode, we sit down with Corrin Barrow, Public Affairs Representative at Entergy Texas who aids in building healthy communities through volunteerism, low-income customer service init...
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"Do all of the internships" with Jaron Martin from 2022-11-14T12:00:14
In today's episode, Corinne sits down with Jaron Martin Associate at PBK Architects in Houston, TX. Jaron is originally from Port Gibson, MS. He attended Prairie View A&M University where he...
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"Do your research" with Jordan Buras from 2022-11-07T11:10:26
In today's episode, Corinne sits down with Jordan Buras, Director of Economic Development for the City of Oak Ridge North. As the Director of Economic Development, her role is to promote the cit...
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"Don't be afraid to ask questions" with Brenda Banegas from 2022-10-31T12:30:24
In today's episode, Corinne sits down with Brenda Banegas, Recruitment Counselor at the USTMAX Center in downtown Conroe where she manages the University’s social media accounts and helps market...
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"It doesn't matter what others think of you" with Joshua Jenkins from 2022-10-24T12:01:11
In today's episode, Corinne sits down with her long-time friend Joshua Jenkins, Wealth- Management Advisor, owner and founder of Jenkins Financial. Josh graduated from Shippensburg University an...
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"Vision without action is merely a dream" with Adriauna Davis from 2022-10-17T10:00:56
In today's episode, Corinne sits down with Adriauna Davis, CEO and Founder of The Harmonie Grace Foundation. Adriauna received her BS and BA in Political Science and Criminal Justice with a Mino...
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"High school isn't everything" with Randi Morte from 2022-10-10T12:00
In today's episode, Corinne sits down with her good friend Randi Morte, a 1st-grade teacher at The American International School of Muscat in Muscat, Oman. Randi received her Bachelor's in ...
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"Get out of your own way" with Jared Pierson from 2022-10-03T12:00
In today's episode, Corinne sits down with Jared Pierson, Director of Photography at Front Pocket Productions here in Montgomery County. Jared has been in the film and photography world for...
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"Know that you can dream big" with Nick Pinelli from 2022-09-26T12:00
In today's episode, Corinne sits down with Nick Pinelli, Co-founder and Producer at Front Pocket Productions in Montgomery County. Nick has a Bachelor's in Acting and Directing from Stephen F. A...
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"Volunteer as soon as you can" with Will Warren from 2022-09-19T12:00
In today's episode Corinne sits down with, Will Warren, Market President at TDECU and co-founder of Listen
"No one is harder on yourself than you are" with Brit Deveau from 2022-09-12T12:00
In today's episode, Corinne sits down with Brit Deveau, wellness entrepreneur and founder and owner of Deveau Wellness Hauss. Brit has a bachelor's and masters in Fine Arts and Dance and shares ...
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"Take a deep breath" with Lacey Allemand from 2022-09-05T12:00
In today's episode, Corinne sits down with her good friend, Lacey Allemand. Lacey is a PACU Nurse at Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital with a Bachelor of Nursing from The University of Te...
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Majoring in Business and Minoring in Entrpenurshiop and History with Cameron Allen from 2022-08-24T12:00:53
Join Samantha Sardina this summer for the What I Wish I Knew College Edition podcast! Samantha is a sophomore at the University of Michigan and is the EfTA summer intern. In each episode, she si...
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Double Majoring in Opera and French with Mady Tozer from 2022-08-17T12:00:38
Join Samantha Sardina this summer for the What I Wish I Knew College Edition podcast! Samantha is a sophomore at the University of Michigan and is the EfTA summer intern. In each episode, she si...
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Majoring in Finance and Getting Involved on Campus from 2022-08-10T12:00:14
Join Samantha Sardina this summer for the What I Wish I Knew College Edition podcast! Samantha is a sophomore at the University of Michigan and is the EfTA summer intern. In each episode, she si...
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Double Majoring on the Pre-Law Track with Gaia from 2022-08-05T12:00:55
Gaia is a sophomore at Penn State University on the pre-law track majoring in criminology and anthropology. She’s originally from Italy but has moved all over the world, so she hopes to continue...
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Double Majoring and Being an Athlete with Davin Hickman-Chow from 2022-07-27T12:00:13
Join Samantha Sardina this summer for the What I Wish I Knew College Edition podcast! Samantha is a sophomore at the University of Michigan and is the EfTA summer intern. In each episode, she si...
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How to be a College Athlete with Gavin Young from 2022-07-13T12:00:05
Join Samantha Sardina this summer for the What I Wish I Knew College Edition podcast! Samantha is a sophomore at the University of Michigan and is the EfTA summer intern. In each episode, she si...
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S3: E6: "You'll never know until you try it" from 2021-12-07T13:00
In today's episode, we sit down the Kristen Bohnet, Field Operations Engineer at Ovintiv. Kristen is a recent graduate from Louisiana State University with a Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engin...
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S3: Ep. 5 "It's all going to be okay" from 2021-11-08T13:00
Dr. Baruch Williams is a licensed psychologist who specializes in neuropsychological assessment of children and young adults. She has obtained extensive training in the cognitive and behavioral ...
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S3. Ep. 4: "Grades matter a lot more than you realize" from 2021-10-25T12:58:24
In today's episode, I sit down with Patrick Steed, IAM Engineer at NOV Corporate. Patrick is a 2010 graduate of Conroe High School. After gradu...
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S3: Ep.3: "Quit worrying about what other people think of you" from 2021-10-11T11:00
In today's episode, I sit down with Katie Morton, the Communications Specialist at Conroe ISD. Katie earned her Bachelor of Science in Communication Studies from Sam Houston State University wit...
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S3. Ep 2: "Breath. Have faith that it will all work out" from 2021-09-27T12:00
In today's episode I sit down with Savannah Martin is the current Marketing and Communications Coordinator at the Dispute Resolution Center of Montgomery County, Inc.. As a native of Montgomery ...
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S3: Ep.1: "Stay open to what's available to you" from 2021-09-13T11:00
On our first episode of Season 3 I sit down with Iker Pimienta, Wealth Advisor at Carson Wealth here in The Woodlands, TX. Iker Pimienta joined Carson Wealth in 2019 as a Wealth Advisor. Iker br...
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Se. Ep. 13 "It's okay not to have the answers right now" from 2021-05-26T12:00
On our final episode of Season 2, I sit down with Kat Carson, freelance tour, event, and stage manager. Kat Carson is currently residing in Austin, Texas, and working for various theat...
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S2. Ep. 12 "Don't let fear hold you back" from 2021-05-24T16:05:12
Today we sit down with Christi Shafer, External Relations and Communication Coordinator with REPSOL here in The Woodlands, TX. Christi graduated from Sam Houston State University with a Bachelor...
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S2. Ep. 11 "Everything you do today is an investment for tomorrow" from 2021-05-17T11:34:55
On today's episode we chat with Meagan Ellsworth, reporter for The Courier of Montgomery County, Houston Community Newspapers, and the Houston Chronicle Media Group. Meagan covers a range of bre...
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S2. Ep 10 "You are good enough, smart, strong and you are not alone" from 2021-04-19T12:00
On today's episode I talk with James H. Stilwell, Managing Partner and one of the Founders of Stilwell, Earl and Apostolakis, LLP, and a leader in our community. He has been practicing in Montgo...
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S2. Ep. 9 "Look for those around you that are successful and learn from them" from 2021-04-12T13:00
Today I am joined by Matt Corley, Customer Service and Compliance Manager for the San Jacinto River Authority’s (SJRA) Utility Enterprise. Matt and I met last fall when we both were accepted and...
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S2. Ep 8 "Have confidence in your ability" from 2021-04-05T12:00
On today's episode I sit down with Josie Lewis, Director of Sales for Visit The Woodlands. After finally arriving in Texas to attend university, Josie is happy to call The Woodlands ar...
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S2. Ep. 7 "Be willing to learn along the way" from 2021-03-22T12:00
Angela Storseth-Cooper is the Senior Manager of Government Relations & Public Policy for The US Oncology Network/Mckesson where she represents community oncology practices throughout the Uni...
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S2: Episode 6: "Life is just getting started" from 2021-03-03T14:00
Russell Carter is a paramedic who has been with Montgomery County Hospital District for almost 4 years. In that time he has been involved in EMS recruiting, teaching and precepting, clinical com...
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S2: Ep. 5: "You only live once" from 2021-02-25T15:00
Before we jump into episode 5 of the What I Wish I Knew Podcast we wanted to acknowledge that over the last week our community has been through another trying time and that if we at EfTA can hel...
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S2: Ep: 4 “Always look out for adventure" from 2021-02-08T13:00
If you are a note taker, get your pen and paper ready for this episode! On today’s episode I chat with Lucy Gomez, Vice President of Programs and Operations at Interfaith of The Woodlands. Lucy ...
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S2: E3: "No one will love you less if you are not perfect" from 2021-02-01T13:00
EfTA President, Monica Bomkamp Enia here! Today's episode is a fun one! I have the chance to sit down with the What I Wish I Knew podcast host, Corinne Coulter, Program Director at Education for...
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S2: Episode 2: "Push yourself out of your comfort zone." from 2021-01-25T15:59:09
On today's episode we talk with Lauren Lothringer, Community Relations Director at Planet Ford | Lincoln in Spring, Texas. Lauren was so much fun and easy to talk to! Lauren Lothringer, 1-part Comm...
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Season 2: Episode 1: "Be the best that you can be" from 2021-01-11T13:39:33
Happy New Year and welcome to Season 2 on the What I Wish I Knew Podcast! On today's episode I sit down with Lt. Col. Chris McMartin or Col. Mac as his cadets call him. Lt. Col. McMArtin is a re...
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Episode 11: "Don't let people tell you you can't do something” from 2020-12-14T13:00
On today’s episode I chat with Sydney Walker. Sydney is a recent Doctorate of Chiropractic graduate from the Texas Chiropractic College and newest member of Spinal Care Chiropractic Center in Th...
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Episode 10: "Don't hold on so tightly" from 2020-12-07T14:00
Today I sit down with Ellie Pfahl. Ellie is the Marketing Manager at Strike, a leading provider of energy infrastructure solutions across the United States. Ellie is responsible for the day-to-d...
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Episode 9: "Stay humble and ask for help" from 2020-11-30T15:32:36
We hope our United States listeners had a wonderful Thanksgiving break! On today's episode of the What I Wish I Knew Podcast I sit down with Jeff Livarchik, Cyclohexane Product Manager at Chevro...
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Episode 8: "Take advantage of every opportunity" from 2020-11-23T16:03:24
If you are a listener and have a dream of becoming a coach this episode is for you! On today's episode I sit down with one of my childhood friends, Britni Coselli, high school basketball coach, tea...
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Episode 7: "Don't forget to dream" from 2020-11-16T13:00
On today's episode I sent down with Jillian Diffee. Jillian is an interior designer with DLR Group, a global integrated design firm. She focuses prim...
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Episode 6: "Don't let others decide your path for you" from 2020-11-09T13:00
Today in the EfTA What I Wish I Knew podcast, I sit down with Cameron Cruise from 5Point Credit Union in Montgomery County. Cameron is the Community Developme...
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Episode 5: "It all works out" from 2020-11-02T13:00
On today's episode Corinne spoke with Amanda Poole, Manager of Canopy at Memorial Hermann The Woodlands Medical Center. Canopy is the first-of-its-kind cancer survivorship center in Montgomery C...
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Episode 4: "Create the life that you want" from 2020-10-26T13:00
On today's episode we are talking with Zach Richmond and Christina Harughty from the Richmond Realty Group RE/MAX The Woodlands and Spring. Zach and Christina were so much fun to talk to. Zach is ...
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Episode 3: "Do not limit yourself" from 2020-10-19T11:00
Today Corinne sits down with Dr. Emily Sanders, MD. Dr. Sanders was born and raised in Conroe, Texas and graduated from Conroe High School in 2010. She then attended Rice University where she gr...
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Episode 2: "Put yourself in situations to succeed" from 2020-10-12T12:00
Today Corinne had a chance to sit down with Conroe High School Grad, Nick Arbuckle. Nick is a touring musician currently living in Nashville, TN and as...
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Episode 1: "Be the hero of your own journey" from 2020-10-02T19:24:56
Today on our first episode of the What I Wish I Knew Podcast Corinne sits down with David Deveau, Financial Advisor with Edward Jones. David talks about the different levels of education and car...
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