Best Of Our People

What a Mountaineer Can-Do

Nick Constantine, the director of solution enablement at Microsoft, joins Donny Badamo on this week's episode of Powered by the People. Nick works for Microsoft, is a veteran, and is a former chairman of the Seattle Mountain Rescue Board. Motivated by a life-changing event, Nick joined Seattle Mountain Rescue, an all-volunteer organization known for its extensive history in mountain rescue. The group handles diverse missions, from aiding lost hikers to intricate operations involving injured climbers in challenging terrains. Seattle Mountain Rescue's dedication highlights the vital role of skilled volunteers in ensuring the safety of outdoor enthusiasts.    In This Episode, You Will Learn:       * The importance of creative problem-solving and adaptability in combat engineering  * How venturing beyond routine allows you to uncover new perspectives and challenges  * Nick's personal experience which led him to realize the value of search and rescue.    Some Questions We Ask:       * What's the process when adjusting your life to help others and have an impact?  * How can individuals be prepared and informed before engaging in outdoor activities?  * What holds more value than reaching the summit during mountaineering experiences?      Resources:    View Nick Constantine on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-constantine/]  View Donny Badamo on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/donnybadamo/]      Discover and follow other Microsoft podcasts at microsoft.com/podcasts [https://news.microsoft.com/podcasts/]   ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Best Of Our People

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Dealing With Disasters

How do we deal with disasters? In this episode of Powered by the People, we take a journey with Lewis Curtis and Cass Collins, Directors of Risk Response at Microsoft. From a library flood, to Air Force bases, current wars, and natural disasters, let's explore the stressful and impactful world of disasters. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

The Intentionality of Life

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Keep the Family Close

Living his life between El Paso, USA and Juárez, MX, Victor touches on how his experiences as a first-generation Mexican American shaped his life. As a current Partner Technical Consultant at Microsoft in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, Victor dives into how his Hispanic family dynamics influenced him as both a father and a professional. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.