Please note: This episode was recorded prior to the transition to the Today's Your Day Podcast.

On Episode #11 of Tedi Talks, Tedi welcomes special guest Brian Franklin, Co-Founder of Vows & Speeches, located in Los Angeles, CA. Brian shares with us that after leaving a long career in political consulting, him and his wife (Nicole), started Vows & Speeches. Tedi and Brian talk about the many services that Vows & Speeches offers and how they can step-in when others are at a lost for words or struggle with speech writing and giving. Brian shares with us why DEI is important to him and Nicole and love is something afforded to everyone. From writing Father of the Groom speeches to eulogies, Vows & Speeches has you covered. You can learn more about Brian at:

Brian Franklin, Co-Founder
Vows & Speeches

Facebook: https://facebook.com/vowsandspeeches
Instagram: https://instagram.com/vowsandspeeches
Website: https://vowsandspeeches.com/
Phone: (310) 994-9495
Email: brian@vowsandspeeches.com

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On Episode #10 of Tedi Talks, Tedi welcomes back special guest Kimara Mayberry, Founder & Principal Consultant at Platinum Consulting Group, located in Southeast Michigan. Tedi, true to fashion, kicks of this episode with some stats he found on the Googler, which leads to a fascinating conversation on Gaslighting. Kimara explains what Gaslighting is and how damaging this can be, both personally and professionally, to those who experience it (especially members of a marginalized group). Kimara shares with us what Code Switching is why this is necessary for a lot of people to use to survive in the workplace. Kimara explains what Psychological Safety is and why we need to make sure to maintain this. Another great conversation with another amazing professional. You can learn more about Kimara at:

Kimara Mayberry, Founder & Principal Consultant
Platinum Consulting Group

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/platinumcgllc
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimara-mayberry-mba-phr-shrm-cp-chaa-52a4a213/
Email: platinumhrconsulting@gmail.com

Resources:

March of Dimes of Metro Detroit

MiDEC Diversity Education Series, Session #1 (2/19/2025)

Combating Gaslighting in the Workplace (Article: 6/30/2020)

Episode Sponsor:

2b Inclusive LLC (Website)

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On Episode #9 of Tedi Talks, Tedi welcomes special guest Brigitte Betser, a Franchise Executive, Consultant and Business Ownership Guide, located in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Tedi kicks-off the conversation after hitting the Googler with some stats on new business startups over the past several years. Brigitte shares with us how she got started in her career in helping others realize their dream (and this had nothing to do with her biology degree). Brigitte and Tedi also talk about the benefits of owning your own business and how starting with a franchise is a great idea, especially for those looking for something after retirement or leaving their job. Brigitte shares with us the steps on how to start your own franchise and how she can assist you with this. If you are ready to be your own boss, you def will not want to miss this conversation. You can learn more about Brigitte at:

Brigitte Betser, Franchise Executive
FranNet
Website: https://frannet.com/franchise-consultant/brigitte-betser/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bbetser/
Email: bbetser@frannet.com

Resources:
The Economic Innovation Group (Statistics on 2020 Business Boom)
Leading U.S.-Based Franchises in 2023, by Global Sales
Clean Eatz
S4-11: Grazing w/Lindsey Coffelt

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