The Great State of Innovation

Ep. 31: A Conversation with A Headhunter - Executive Retained Search | Sudduth Search

Ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes in executive retained search? Join us for a conversation with Jen Sudduth [https://www.linkedin.com/in/jsudduth/] of Sudduth Search [https://sudduthsearch.com/], a leading executive retained search firm in Houston, Texas. We dig into the characteristics of transformational leaders, working with private equity or venture-backed companies, and the process behind executive retained search.

Ep. 30: TFA Houston's Dream Lab - A Recap

Did you listen to episode 29? If not, head over there to get the groundwork for TFA Houston's Dream Lab. In this episode, Cole sits down again with Sarah Essama [https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-essama/], Director of Social Innovation at Teach For America Houston [https://www.teachforamerica.org/where-we-work/houston], to further discuss the Dream Lab and the event hosted at The Ion [https://www.ionhouston.com/] in Houston. Things discussed: - The design challenges students experienced - Takeaways from a full-day experience with 9th-grade students - What a program like the Dream Lab means for the future of education To inquire about providing financial support, volunteering your time, or simply learning more, you can reach Sarah by email [https://Sarah.Essama@teachforamerica.org/]. This episode of The Great State of Innovation Podcast, the podcast of Texas Innovators, was brought to you by Integrity HR Management [https://www.integrityhrm.com/]. If you require HR services, contact Integrity HR Management, the premier Professional Employer Organization in Texas. To stay up to date with innovation happening in Texas, like and follow Texas Innovators on Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/TexasInnovators/] and LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/texas-innovators].

Ep. 29: Teach For America Houston's Dream Lab - Inspiring the Next Generation of Innovators in Texas

In this episode, Cole converses with Sarah Essama [https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-essama/], Director of Social Innovation at Teach For America Houston [https://www.teachforamerica.org/where-we-work/houston], to discuss the next iteration in fighting against education inequality - TFA Houston's Dream Lab. The Dream Lab is an innovation incubator focused on fostering the imagination and creativity of students to solve problems affecting their community. The program will inspire and nurture the development of innovative frames of mind and skillsets for young people growing up in low-income communities. The ultimate goal for the Dream Lab is to ensure they are adequately prepared for the world of tomorrow and facilitate economic mobility. To inquire about providing financial support, volunteering your time, or simply learning more, you can reach Sarah by email [//Sarah.Essama@teachforamerica.org]. This episode of The Great State of Innovation Podcast, the podcast of Texas Innovators, was brought to you by Integrity HR Management [https://www.integrityhrm.com/]. If you require HR services, contact Integrity HR Management, the premier Professional Employer Organization in Texas. To stay up to date with innovation happening in Texas, like and follow Texas Innovators on Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/TexasInnovators/] and LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/texas-innovators].

Ep. 28: Going Beyond the Crypto & Web3 Hype - Hashing It Out with Cole

Cole has something to hash out. This episode is about going beyond the hype in crypto and Web3. Cole reflects on some of his experiences after eight years in Bitcoin and crypto. Furthermore, he discusses Web3IsGoingJustGreat [https://web3isgoinggreat.com/], a website created by Molly White [https://www.linkedin.com/in/mollyawhite/] that documents the “flops, scams, hacks, and scandals rife within Web3.” Cole's Crypto Corner Selections: Checking In on Bitcoin [https://www.txinnovators.com/post/bitcoin-q3-developments-cole-s-crypto-corner] (Latest) Bitcoin 2022 [https://www.txinnovators.com/post/texas-innovators-presents-coles-crypto-corner-bitcoin-2022-miami-tesla-energy-texas-bitcoin] Get in touch with Cole: LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/colecarp/]   Word of the day: Grift [https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/grift] - to obtain (money or property) illicitly (as in a confidence game) Remember folks: not your keys, not your coins. This episode of The Great State of Innovation Podcast, the podcast of Texas Innovators, was brought to you by Integrity HR Management [https://www.integrityhrm.com/]. If you require HR services, contact Integrity HR Management, the premier Professional Employer Organization in Texas. To stay up to date with innovation happening in Texas, like and follow Texas Innovators on Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/TexasInnovators/].

Ep. 27: The Great State of Innovation Announcement & Future Plans

In this episode, Cole announces the bitter-sweet news of Judge no longer acting as co-host for the podcast. Judge has entered a new chapter in his career, and we wish him all the best! Cole takes this time to re-introduce himself, lay out what listeners can expect moving forward, and reflect on the episodes that will prove foundational for future topics. Topics: * Energy * Hemp/Cannabis * The Future of Health * Industry 4.0 * Space Innovation * Esports * Advertising * International trade * Bitcoin and Bitcoin Mining Ep. 26: EnergyFunders - Investing in Oil & Gas and Off-Grid Bitcoin Mines with Laura Pommer [https://www.txinnovators.com/txipodcast/episode/3b6b3a4e/ep-26-energyfunders-investing-in-oil-and-gas-and-off-grid-bitcoin-mines-with-laura-pommer] Ep. 21: Texas Medical Cannabis with Morris Denton, CEO of Texas Original Compassionate Cultivation [https://www.txinnovators.com/txipodcast/episode/2e4e2dc7/ep-21-texas-medical-cannabis-with-morris-denton-ceo-of-texas-original-compassionate-cultivation] Ep. 16: FreeWater - The Future is Free with Josh Cliffords [https://www.txinnovators.com/txipodcast/episode/c191c661/ep-16-freewater-the-future-is-free-with-josh-cliffords] Thanks for listening and coming along for the ride as we continue to build a community around Texas innovation. To stay up to date with innovation happening in Texas, like and follow Texas Innovators on Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/TexasInnovators/].