The Catalyst
A CEP podcast on bold leadership in the Ocala Metro. Join us as we hear from business and civic leaders who have propelled the community forward. Hosted by the Ocala Metro Chamber and Economic Partnership and recorded at the Wiley Productions Podcast Studios in Ocala, Florida. New episodes, guests, and perspectives on leadership premiere twice a month. Follow us on Apple, Amazon, Spotify or wherever you enjoy podcasts.
Podcasting since 2023 • 18 episodes
The Catalyst
Latest Episodes
Moving Community Health Forward: Levonda Goodson
In this episode, we talk to LaVonda Goodson, the new CEO of Estella Bird Whitman Community Health Center. We discuss the center's mission to provide primary care to underserved communities on Ocala's northwest side. The center, establis...
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30:24
Protecting Children: Dawn Westgate
In this episode, we talk to Dawn Westgate, Executive Director of Kimberly's Center and the vital role she plays in garnering community support for Kimberly's Center, a child advocacy organization dedicated to providing specialized services to c...
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23:19
Hospitality Forward: Rondo Fernandez
Rondo shares his inspiring personal story and valuable insights on overcoming adversity, chasing passions, and building a solid foundation for success in both business and life. Highlighting the critical role of creating a supportive environmen...
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35:20
Innovation & Engineering: Gary Mishkin
Specializing in injection molding, engineering, prototyping, and in-house tooling, Artemis Plastics is Ocala's one-stop shop for contract manufacturing. It's also been recognized as a company to watch by GrowFL. Join us as CEO, Gary Mishkin hig...
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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22:37
The New Belleview CEP: Joe Reichel
A new affiliate organization has come to serve the business community in South Marion County. The Ocala Metro CEP (Chamber and Economic Partnership) has launched the Belleview CEP to bring business services, attraction, retention, creation, and...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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20:21