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Meet Ryan Kuro (pronounced “Curro”) — a Chicago-area civic leader, sports broadcasting graduate, and creative writer who brings a refreshingly practical take on resilience and independence. In this episode of Connect Globally & Innovate, Ryan shares what it means to navigate the world as a blind person with calm strategy, humor, and relentless self-advocacy. We talk Braille (the six-dot cell system, Grade 1/2/3, and why signage still gets it wrong), accessibility gaps in public spaces and digital experiences, and why “planning is half the work.” Ryan’s perspective is clear: you can’t let life intimidate you — “no one’s going to live your life for you… be your own advocate.”

In this thought-provoking episode, Dr. Nitha Fiona Nagubadi sits down with Delante Greer—a financial strategist, cultural leader, and lifestyle architect—to explore how professionals can move beyond financial pressure and into purpose-driven living. Delante shares how he helps 6–8 figure professionals enhance their lifestyle and achieve financial freedom by relieving monetary stress, boosting cash flow, freeing up time, and optimizing taxes on income and investments. The conversation touches on not just financial clarity, but also emotional resilience, community leadership, and designing a life that aligns with your deeper purpose. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed balancing success with meaning, this episode is for you. About the Guest Delante Greer, ChFEBC℠ is a financial advisor and founder of MatriMoney—a multimedia platform that helps couples manage finances together with clarity and connection. As a Chartered Federal Employee Benefits Consultant, Delante specializes in comprehensive financial planning, working with a wide range of clients including federal employees, Chick-fil-A operators, NIL and professional athletes, and physicians. With a holistic approach rooted in empowerment and strategy, Delante helps clients design lives of abundance and intention. He is licensed in multiple states including Illinois, Wisconsin, Maryland, Virginia, Georgia, Florida, and Texas. Timestamps ​00:00 – Intro: Why this conversation matters​04:20 – Delante’s path to purpose-driven finance​12:45 – Building cash flow strategies and stress-free wealth​21:10 – From hustle to harmony: reclaiming time​31:00 – Cultural leadership and founding CHFEBCE​41:50 – Navigating taxes for income and investments​50:15 – Final takeaways for professionals seeking freedom​Contact Delante Greer​Email: [email protected]​Mobile: (708) 505-9719​Website: www.opulentia.net​Instagram: @delantegreer​LinkedIn: Delante Greer, ChFEBC℠​Chicago Office Address:7627 Lake St, Suite 206River Forest, IL 60305​​Discover more conversations and insights www.mangonetworx.com | www.cultureinyourcity.com​#Podcast #DelanteGreer #MatriMoney #FinancialFreedom #MoneyAndRelationships #WealthStrategy #InclusiveLeadership #LifestyleDesignPodcast #Leadership #CommunityVoices #Belonging #CulturalChange #WealthStrategy #MangoNetworx #CultureCity #MoneyMindset #LifestyleDesign

Enjoy this informative and delightful conversation with Dr. Anam Rafi. Dr. Rafi works as a Technology Delivery Consultant at Blue Cross Blue Shield Health Insurance. Most of her career has spanned project management roles within the healthcare industry, which involve leadership expertise, independent learning, driving process efficiency, and leading critical initiatives that impact patient lives. She enjoys collaborating with teams to create meaningful health tech solutions that contribute to sustainability. She recently completed her Doctorate in Healthcare Administration, focusing my research on organizational challenges and best leadership practices. She loves gardening, traveling, and spending time with friends and family.

Thank you for joining us on Business Psychology: Connect Globally and Innovate and listening to our conversation with Rupali Kumbhani. Rupali is an adaptive leader who drives high-visibility global initiatives, addressing complex enterprise challenges through innovative technology solutions. Her approach centers on delivering transformative solutions by directing strategic vision and developing data-driven roadmaps. Known for her ability to create forward-thinking products, Rupali fosters strong, collaborative partnerships across diverse cultures, priorities, and personalities. Join us as we delve into her journey as global leader and uncover her strategies for navigating change and fostering innovation. We hope you find Rupali’s insights on adaptive leadership and technology-driven transformation valuable. If you'd like to continue the discussion or learn more about Rupali's work, you can connect with her on LinkedIn at http://linkedin.com/in/rupalikumbhani/. Her LinkedIn handle is rupalikumbhani.

Welcome to the interview with the multitalented tech founder and musician R Darryl Thomas. In this podcast, we have a bubbling range of topics from his work on the exciting new startup for Superfans of budding musicians. Would you like to meet the next big star early in their career? Listen to this episode to learn how through the App Mwseq (www.mwseq.com) aaaand that's not all!. This super talented guest is also a performing musican under the name Rev. Listen to the show to learn more about his music vocals, instrumental focus and where to find him performing. Tune in for more.

Producer and Host of University of Chicago Radio Station WHPK Program: International Music Around the World Community DJ and University of Chicago alumna Marta Nicholas has had the longest relationship with the school and the station and recalls visiting friends at WHPK’s predecessor station in the 1950s, when she was a student at the University of Chicago. After her time at the University, she lived and travelled throughout Europe and Asia. Listening to her speak is a treat in itself. Please join her radio show on WHPK radio which is a University and community radio show. WHPK stands for Woodlawn Hyde Park Kenwood for the community in and around University of Chicago campus. In the summer 2024 through August from – 3-5 pm on Thursday Then from September onwards back to the original time at 5-7 pm CT. The Radio streams live on radio at Whpk.org live and 88.5 fm You will hear a variety of music and topics live from the underground.. ranging from history of the music ranging from Haitian to Reggae and Caribbean, French, Russian, Italian, Chinese, African, Ragas and more. She also encourages you to share your music and interests with her and are welcome to call during her show. https://whpk.org/show_info/?showid=101

Mike Echlin- Smartbots.ai | Innovation Room Podcast | Startup Advisor | Musician After 6 startups and 30 years in technology, Mike has a unique mix of experience and skills.  This unique blend of talent is what makes Mike more of a leader and inspiration in the entrepreneurial and tech community.  Mike's catalog of music: https://mike-echlin.disco.ac/lib/4268 More about Mike  https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikeechlin/  https://www.mikeechlin.com/

In conversation with Dr. Anju Chetia an Ayurvedic Doctor in Mumbai India.

This episode was a treat to discuss a variety of topics with Erik Cempel.  He's the current President of Rotary Club of Chicago, also known as Rotary One.  This is THE first Rotary Club in the world, so, the is a very important and rewarding role.  During this year of the pandemic, there have been many changes that required strategic thinking and leadership from Erik.  We learn more about this, and his vast international and domestic experience in his work as President of Cempel International Transportation Consulting.   [email protected], www.cempelitc.com

In conversation with Entrepreneur and Business Mentor Mark Sephton, UK based author of Plot Twist

Connect Globally and Innovate - We are chatting with Attorney and Entrepreneur Hashi Richards!

Another wonderful conversation with Dr. Anju Chetia, International Ayurvedic Doctor and healer.  On this conversation, we talk about how to achieve balance through yoga.  What is the formula for success and balance?  Listen in as we discuss this and more as it relates to the ancient wisdom of Ayurveda and how to apply it to today's issues and lifestyles.

Today we had a conversation with Mr. George Thomas, who is an expert international business manager.  Mr. Thomas has over 30 years of experience internationally leading teams and offices in Germany, India, and the USA.  He developed an international business and is the former manager of the Regional Office of Cox and Kings.

In conversation with special guest, Coach, Mentor, Business Owner JaJa Richards and cofounder of All Stars Are Bright .  Coach Richards is a Certified Sports Administrator with the National Youth Sports Administrators Association (NYSAA) and a member of the National Youth Sports Coaches Alliance (NYSCA). Richards is an internationally known professional basketball player who played in the United States and over 30 countries for fourteen years. His talents enabled him to receive a full athletic scholarship to Loyola University Chicago where he graduated with a bachelor’s degree in History. An innate love for learning led Richards to obtain his Masters of Educational Leadership in 2012.   Since retiring from playing basketball after the birth of his son, Coach Richards is an in demand coach/mentor and has travelled the world coaching and teaching basketball skills. Coach Richards has given dozens of motivational speeches and basketball workshops to encourage and inspire our youth. Most recently Coach Richards had the pleasure of working with the NBA in India as part of Reliance Foundation and Jr. NBA India Inspire Youth to Play program. For 2019, Coach Richards has camps scheduled in Cefalu, Italy and Hyderabad, India.  To learn more about JaJa and All Stars are Bright, please visit www.allstarsabc.com .   This is part 1 of the conversation. To contact us, please email [email protected]

Global Mindset and thinking out of the box helps to build a stance of openness and opportunities for innovation.   With an extensive background in global luxury residential real estate, Mike Russo is an accomplished real estate veteran with two decades of industry experience, with quantifiable success closing record-setting transactions on an international scale. Mike Russo has leveraged technology an innovative service for the real estate industry, through Spark Offers, a technology he built to "ignite the real estate process by connecting buyers and sellers directly so that everyone gets to the closing table more quickly" https://www.sparkoffer.com/