Shining a light on the people, tools, and trends shaping the pet industry. Each episode of Pet Business Spotlight features candid conversations with entrepreneurs, software innovators, and service providers making waves in pet care — from grooming vans to scheduling software and beyond. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting your pet business journey, this podcast delivers insight, inspiration, and practical advice.
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Our mission is to provide education, information and dialogue that will create a supportive environment empowering people to help cats in their community. *For transcripts of most shows, visit https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/podcast/.
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Conversations on all things benefits including trends, innovations, new technologies, and idea to help associations create more value for members, employees, and their families. Catch all the latest insights from the official podcast for the Concourse Benefits Platform, hosted by Marc Palud, one of the Co-Founders and Chief Marketing Officer of Concourse Benefits LLC. A benefits game-changer, the Concourse Benefits Platform is a comprehensive, end-to-end, customizable benefits management eco ...
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Hunt-Find-Alert is a discussion about everything related to K-9 Search and Rescue. This podcast is for people involved in Search and Rescue, first responders, or people who are just interested in the subject matter. We will discuss all elements of Search and Rescue work, as well as the fascinating world of working dogs. If you are interested in detection dogs, search and rescue, or the work of first responders this is the podcast for you.
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Venture unscripted. explores how ventures go from ‘zero to one’ with entrepreneurs in healthcare, technology, business, and beyond — founders share how they overcame obstacles, learned to pivot, and discovered strategies that they want to share with fellow innovators. By City Innovations, a Venture Studio — cityinnovations.com
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Press Release Audio Transcript: Concourse Benefits launches new Affinity Network Platform at Web Summit Vancouver
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3:46Send us a text Concourse Benefits is transforming how business organizations, like chambers of commerce and trade associations, can deliver more value to their members. Today, the company announced its investor proposal and valuation analysis, highlighting a funding round to accelerate platform development and rapid market expansion. Concourse Bene…
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Rolling Into Success: How Wag’n Tails Is Shaping Mobile Grooming
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34:08Ready to take your pet grooming business to the next level? In this episode, we're opening the doors (literally) to the world of mobile grooming innovation with Christine Lake of Wag’n Tails, the industry leader in grooming van design. Join Chaz Grunder of PetBusinessInsurance.com as he dives into a candid conversation about what really goes into a…
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Building a TNR Movement Part 1: The Roots of a TNR Revolution featuring Bryan Kortis, National Programs Director at Neighborhood Cats
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49:00"Success attracts donors and grantors, and just provides that foundation for expanding into the wider community." This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie’s Fund. In Part 1 of this recorded webinar, "From the Backyard to the Front Page: Building a TNR Movement," Bryan Kortis, National Programs Director for Neighborhood Cats, presents a compellin…
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In Hot Pursuit: Community Cat Care in Miami, featuring Dr. Mat Toscano, Executive Director and Chief of Surgery at Street Cat Clinic, and Tia Williams, Director of Cat Solutions 305
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35:54"Stop treating cats like dogs—when we see them for who they really are, the right solutions start to emerge." This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie’s Fund. In this dynamic episode of the Community Cats Podcast, host Stacy LeBaron is joined by two passionate advocates making waves in Miami’s cat welfare scene: Tia Williams, Director of Cat Sol…
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Build Better, Fund Smarter Featuring Tim Crum, Fundraising and Operations Consultant
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29:34"Our industry is full of people with big hearts — but running a shelter takes more than heart. It takes structure, strategy, and systems." This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie’s Fund. Whether you’re running a grassroots cat rescue or leading a multi-million-dollar shelter, the question remains the same: how do we keep the doors open and serv…
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Fixing Cats, Feeding Communities: How One Woman Sparked a Movement, Featuring Wednesday Hugus, Founder of Wednesday’s Community Cats and Kittens
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28:55“If you can’t fix ’em, don’t feed ’em. You may think you’re being kind, but make sure you do the responsible thing and spay and neuter.” This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie’s Fund. What started as a COVID-era effort to help feed pets in need has transformed into a full-fledged nonprofit tackling the staggering population of community cats i…
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Innovating TNR Support with the Trapper Aid Initiative Featuring Alexa Kyler, Software Developer & Cat Advocate.
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29:21"We all want to help, but without the right tools and resources, TNR can feel impossible. That’s why we need technology to bridge the gaps." This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie’s Fund. Trapping and caring for community cats comes with numerous logistical challenges—finding vet appointments, securing transportation, and funding medical care.…
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Tackling Global Animal Welfare Challenges Featuring John Peaveler of Humane Innovations, LLC
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33:20"If you’re struggling to catch the last cat in your colony, you just haven’t figured out the right approach yet. Every cat is catchable with the right technique." This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie’s Fund. From building Kuwait’s first progressive animal shelter to developing global disaster response programs, John Peaveler has seen it all.…
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Campaign Compass on Concourse Benefits with Nancy Cooke
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14:50Send us a text Learn about Campaign Compass in this podcast interview with Founder, Nancy Cooke. Connect with Nancy on her LinkedIn Conversations on all things benefits including trends, innovations, new technologies, and idea to help associations create more value for members, employees, and their families. Catch all the latest insights from the o…
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Changing Lives for Cats Around the World Featuring Karen Menczer, Founder of Animal Kind International
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33:02"You have to feel good about what you can do, even if you can’t help them all. Every small effort makes a difference.” This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie’s Fund. In this episode, host Stacy LeBaron welcomes Karen Menczer, founder of Animal Kind International, an organization that supports animal welfare groups in under-resourced communitie…
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Turning the Tide for TNR: Sioux Falls’ Game-Changing Ordinance, Featuring Mat Tougas, Founder and President of Sioux Empire TNR
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25:49"We want to be the example that proves you should never give up. No matter where you are, if you keep pushing, you can make change happen." This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie’s Fund. In this episode, host Stacy LeBaron welcomes Mat Tougas of the Sioux Empire TNR Coalition back for an exciting update on the fight for trap-neuter-return (TNR…
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A comparison of K9 Training Log software with Heather Stieler
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51:38Heather Stieler joins us on HFA to discuss three types of K-9 Training Log software that are available for handlers to use. Heather calls the Texas Hill Country home but was raised all over the US. She currently works from home as a Software Specialist. Heather became interested in SAR as a way to serve her community in a fun and exciting way that …
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Managing Cat Populations: A Global Perspective, Featuring Harry Eckman, Global Advisor for Cat Population Management at International Cat Care
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31:38"Nothing shows the benefits of TNR better than actually doing it. Once communities see the impact, they come on board, and that's when real change happens.” This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie’s Fund. Harry Eckman, Global Advisor for Cat Population Management at International Cat Care, joins host Stacy LeBaron for an insightful discussion o…
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Transforming Animal Welfare Messaging, Featuring Hanna Lentz, the Executive Director of SPARC (Supporting People and Animal Relationships for Change)
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32:21"We know how much the messages and stories we hear impact what we believe to be true. If we change our messaging, we can create real change for animals and communities." This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie’s Fund. How can storytelling and messaging shape the future of animal welfare? In this episode of the Community Cats Podcast, host Stacy…
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Send us a text Colin Schmidt's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/colin-schmidt/ Conversations on all things benefits including trends, innovations, new technologies, and idea to help associations create more value for members, employees, and their families. Catch all the latest insights from the official podcast for the Concourse Benefits Platf…
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Fixing Feline Futures: Featuring Robin Post, RVT, of Animal Fix Clinic
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44:45"We have to stop the endless cycle. Everyone loves kittens, but the goal should be to make sure they were never born into suffering in the first place." This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie’s Fund. In this episode of The Community Cats Podcast, host Stacy LeBaron welcomes Robin Post, an experienced Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) and …
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Training the Next Generation of Veterinarians in Community Cat Care, Featuring Dr. Nellie Goetz, Associate Professor of Practice at the University of Arizona College of Veterinary Medicine
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26:17"Cats are an incredible way to help new graduates with their surgical training. You never know what you're going to find, and that hands-on experience is invaluable.” This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie’s Fund and The Community Cat Clinic. How can we ensure the next generation of veterinarians is equipped to handle the unique challenges of …
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Tag! You’re Home! Simplifying Successful Reunification, Featuring Nina Stively, Director of Loudon County Animal Services, and Dr. Amy Dalrymple, DVM
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23:57"Over 80% of the tagged cats didn’t need to come into the shelter at all. This simple tool is keeping cats in their communities where they belong." – Dr. Amy Dalrymple This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie’s Fund and The Community Cat Clinic. What if a simple collar could help keep community cats out of shelters and reunite them with their fa…
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SquareStack in Concourse Benefits with Bill Furlong
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22:16Send us a text Conversations on all things benefits including trends, innovations, new technologies, and idea to help associations create more value for members, employees, and their families. Catch all the latest insights from the official podcast for the Concourse Benefits Platform, hosted by Marc Palud, one of the Co-Founders and Chief Marketing…
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Fixing the Future: The Movement to Increase Spay/Neuter Access, Featuring Brianna Lovell Myers, Administrative Director of United Spay Alliance
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42:48“Cats have finally come into their own. For so many years, cats were second-class citizens in veterinary research, but now we’re finding treatments and diagnostics specific to them." This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie’s Fund and The Community Cat Clinic. For our 600th episode, we’re looking ahead to the future of feline welfare with Briann…
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VirtualE on Concourse Benefits with guest Marco Macrì
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Privacy Pillar for Concourse Benefits Users with guest Rinto John
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5:43Send us a text Automate trust and transparency with a privacy-by-design platform. Conversations on all things benefits including trends, innovations, new technologies, and idea to help associations create more value for members, employees, and their families. Catch all the latest insights from the official podcast for the Concourse Benefits Platfor…
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The Science Behind FIP: Every Cat Health Foundation’s Mission to Save Lives featuring Dr. Maggie Placer, DVM, Veterinary Science Program Manager at Every Cat Health Foundation, and Vicki Fisher, Immediate ...
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33:44“Cats have finally come into their own. For so many years, cats were second-class citizens in veterinary research, but now we’re finding treatments and diagnostics specific to them." This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie’s Fund. In this insightful episode of the Community Cats Podcast, host Stacey LeBaron sits down with Dr. Maggie Placer and …
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Send us a text Conversations on all things benefits including trends, innovations, new technologies, and idea to help associations create more value for members, employees, and their families. Catch all the latest insights from the official podcast for the Concourse Benefits Platform, hosted by Marc Palud, one of the Co-Founders and Chief Marketing…
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Marketplace Vendor Episode: Cybersecurity Posture Assessments, with Hernan from POPP3R Cybersecurity
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13:47Send us a text Conversations on all things benefits including trends, innovations, new technologies, and idea to help associations create more value for members, employees, and their families. Catch all the latest insights from the official podcast for the Concourse Benefits Platform, hosted by Marc Palud, one of the Co-Founders and Chief Marketing…
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Creating Community Connections with TNR Advocacy and Cat-Friendly Business Models, featuring Jenna Carr from Cool Cat Collective and Renae Woith from Tipped Ears.
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32:11“Fixing a colony is more than just spaying and neutering; it’s about creating healthier, happier lives for cats and fostering trust within the community.” This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie’s Fund and Arm & Hammer Feline Generous. In this episode of the Community Cats Podcast, host Stacy LeBaron chats with Jenna Carr of Cool Cat Collective…
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Declawing: The Cruel Practice Hiding in Plain Sight featuring Dr. Jennifer Conrad, Founder, The Paw Project
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28:03“Empathy must guide us—if we truly feel for our feline friends, declawing wouldn’t exist.” Declawing might sound harmless, but what if it’s one of the most misunderstood and harmful practices affecting cats today? In this powerful conversation, Stacy LeBaron chats with Dr. Jennifer Conrad, the trailblazing veterinarian behind The Paw Project, an or…
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The Future of Non-Surgical Sterilization and Its Path to Ending Pet Homelessness, Featuring Gary Evans, President of the Alliance for Contraception in Cats and Dogs (ACC&D)
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30:02"The fatality rate for kittens is appalling, and the goal is to reduce their suffering while ensuring healthier, happier lives for the cats that remain.” This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie’s Fund. Join us this week for an enlightening conversation as Stacy LeBaron sits down with Gary Evans, the visionary President of the Alliance for Contr…
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Send us a text Connect with Susan on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-ellender-222b2365/ Conversations on all things benefits including trends, innovations, new technologies, and idea to help associations create more value for members, employees, and their families. Catch all the latest insights from the official podcast for the Concou…
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Send us a text Connect with Marcie on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcie-o-dwyer-b29197129/https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcie-o-dwyer-b29197129/ Conversations on all things benefits including trends, innovations, new technologies, and idea to help associations create more value for members, employees, and their families. Catch all the …
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Colony Caretaking Tips & Tricks, Part 2, featuring Bryan Kortis, National Programs Director of Neighborhood Cats
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28:59"Every challenge in colony care has a solution. Whether it's predators, pests, or even harsh winters, the key is preparation and creativity." This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie’s Fund. Get ready to take your colony caretaking skills to the next level in part two of our action-packed webinar series! Bryan Kortis tackles the biggest challeng…
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