Critical Response Stories
In this episode of Critical Response Stories, Kacie Chappell shares a hard truth many organizations face too late: a business continuity plan is only as strong as the people carrying it out. Kacie has seen that the most successful recoveries start long before the storm hits. They begin with preparation, practice, and a clear…
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Building Management
What Proactive Planning Really Delivers in a Crisis
In this soundbite, Kacie Chappell shares how proactive planning can turn a chaotic emergency into a moment of calm leadership. For Kacie, preparation is not just about logistics. It is what allows teams to step up when it matters most. “When organizations plan before something happens, they really see the benefit in the heat of…
Building Management
How Do You Meet Strict Healthcare Protocols Under Tight Deadlines?
Healthcare facilities present a unique challenge in the restoration and disaster recovery process. Unlike other sectors, healthcare must remain operational around the clock to provide essential services to patients. Abel Mendoza, a seasoned project manager at BMS CAT, highlights the meticulous approach required to handle such critical environments effectively. “Our crews undergo additional training…
Building Management
How Do Disaster Recovery Teams Manager Catastrophic Winter Storms?
In an inspiring soundbite from Inside Restoration & Recovery, Abel Mendoza, Project Construction Manager at BMS CAT, reflects on the extraordinary challenges faced during a season of catastrophic winter storms. As the state froze and transportation came to a halt, the odds seemed insurmountable. Yet, BMS CAT’s team demonstrated resilience and adaptability, pulling resources…
Building Management
Prepare and Recover Your Commercial Property This Winter with BMS Cat
Disasters can strike without warning, and preparation is key to minimizing their impact on your commercial property. Abel Mendoza, a project construction manager at BMS CAT, emphasizes the importance of proactive planning and readiness in handling emergencies. “You almost have to train yourself, like doing fire drills back in school,” he explains. Understanding critical…
Building Management
How Does Technology Empower Disaster Response?
Chris Matthews, Project Manager at BMS CAT, emphasizes the critical role technology plays in keeping customers informed and in control during the restoration process. Real-time updates and project visibility empower clients to make informed decisions, adjust priorities, and ensure their needs are met efficiently and effectively during disaster response. If you’re interested in hearing…
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Pursuing the World’s Rarest DX: Vadym Ivliev, UT6UD, and the Story That Led Him to Bouvet
For some operators, Bouvet Island represents the ultimate technical challenge. For Vadym Ivliev (UT6UD), it is something more personal—and more mysterious. From his home in Kyiv—far removed from the ice, storms, and isolation of Bouvet—Vadym has long been drawn to the island not only for its legendary radio silence, but for the stories it inspires….
Inside GameStop’s Meteoric Stock Surge: A Former Executive Reflects on Power, Pivots, and the Price of Winning
The meme-stock era may feel like old news, but its aftershocks are still reshaping how leaders think about transformation, risk, and reward. In the wake of unprecedented short squeezes, shuttered storefronts, and sudden wealth creation, executives across retail and tech are still asking what actually happened—and why. Few episodes crystallize those questions better than…
The DisruptED Journey with Tim Maitland at MarketScale (Episode Three)
Storytelling is changing fast, shaped by new platforms, shifting audiences, and a growing demand for authenticity. What started as traditional podcasting has evolved into community-driven ecosystems built on real voices and lived experience. In this landscape, storytelling isn’t just content—it’s a way to build connection, spark engagement, and drive meaningful change. When done well,…
The DisruptED Journey with Tim Maitland at MarketScale (Episode Two)
Education is at a crossroads. As AI, online learning, and workforce demands rapidly reshape how people gain skills, long-standing gaps in access and outcomes remain a major concern in Michigan. Recent reporting on the 2025 State of Education and Talent shows Michigan has fallen to its lowest ever ranking in per capita income, underscoring…
