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Episode 7: The Always Learning Factor With Em Perper
Show Summary: If you live in Frederick and frequent the Curious Iguana bookstore on the weekends, chances are that you’ve gotten a book recommendation from our guest Em Perper. The Frederick Factor team got to know Em when they led a Frederick OED Empower Program workshop. In today’s episode, Em shares their journey as a transgender nonbinary person and some of the experiences they’ve had helping to educate people about the LGBTQ community. This includes both formal workshops as well as daily experiences working in downtown Frederick. Show Notes / Highlights from the Show: How Em identifies Why being well-meaning […]
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Episode 6: The Empowerment Factor with Xavier Bruce of Uplift Energy Coaching
Show Summary: In this conversation with Dr. Xavier Bruce, we hear his story firsthand and what led him to become the change he wanted to see in the world. In this episode, Xavier (or Dr. X) shares his experience retiring from the military and his struggle to identify the mental health support he desired and needed. Ultimately this led to becoming a coach himself. He shares some of this journey that included encountering racism in the military, pursuing his doctorate while an active-duty officer, and building a business that supports underrepresented men and women in the military — and building […]
Episode 5: The ‘Cheering On the Underdog’ Factor With Sue Hough of Octavo Designs
Show Summary: Sue Hough is a long-time friend and collaborator of Platinum PR (the team behind the podcast) and is a force of creativity and good in Frederick, Maryland. In this episode, Sue shares her perspective on starting and growing a business as an Asian-American woman business owner. Sue also shares her experience as an engaged and active community member who is passionate about helping the people in Frederick, Maryland. Show Notes / Highlights from the Show: How Sue’s career path took a turn from pursuing fashion design to offering graphic design Her inspiration behind becoming a business owner The […]
