Kirk O'Steen, political director at the NC Chamber, recently sat down with Robert Poole, director of transportation policy and Searle Freedom Trust Transportation Fellow at Reason Foundation, to talk about public-private partnerships.

Long known as a thought leader on P3s, Poole has written hundreds of articles, papers, and policy studies on privatization and transportation issues. Over the years, he has advised the Reagan, George H.W. Bush, Clinton, and George W. Bush administrations on privatization and transportation policy.

Listen now to learn more about P3s and how they can help North Carolina deliver a transportation infrastructure to support its population and economic growth.

In episode 8 of The Business Playbook, Samet's Director of Corporate Social Responsibility Ilina Ewen discusses what's working well for her organization in its effort to attract women to the construction industry. Listen in for best practices, including examples of community outreach and school system engagement--both tools that are powering Samet to lead the construction industry in the diversity sphere.

In episode 7 of The Business Playbook, NC Chamber President and CEO Gary Salamido discusses the formula that has won North Carolina numerous accolades for business climate and competitiveness, most recently CNBC's Top State for Business (2022). Listen to hear why NC is consistently earning #1 rankings and what our state must do to win a repeat in 2023.

In Episode 6 of The Business Playbook, NC Chamber Political Director Kirk O’Steen discusses everything from primary election takeaways to top business issues that will likely impact November’s General Election. Kirk also breaks down the NC Chamber’s political program, detailing its purpose, functions, and ways to get involved.

A great listen for business leaders with an interest in politics or supporting a strong jobs agenda in North Carolina.

To contact Kirk, reach out to kosteen@ncchamber.com

In Episode 5 of The Business Playbook, NC Chamber CEO Gary Salamido and Duke Health's Melissa Segal discuss the business imperative of fostering wellbeing at work. Listeners will hear data and best practices for prioritizing and valuing employee mental health, and learn about the positive outcomes that result when employees are happier, healthier, and more secure at work.

In this NC Chamber podcast, guest host and NC Chamber President & CEO Gary Salamido chats with business leader and NC Chamber Chair Sepi Saidi (SEPI Inc.) about the current landscape for women in the workplace. Reflecting on data, personal experience, and best practices, these two executives discuss what businesses must consider to create work environments where all can lead and thrive.

In episode 3 of The Business Playbook, NC Chamber Marketing Director Emmy Boyette discusses the benefits of STEM education with TMSA teachers Ahnie Ingram and Zaron Johnson. Tune in to hear several ways the business community can directly connect with educators to make the classroom experience more authentic and more preparatory for students.

To connect with either of our speakers, please reach out to Emmy Boyette at eboyette@ncchamber.com

In episode 2 of The Business Playbook, we discuss flex work culture with IBM's Global Director of Workplace, Technology, Design & Integrated Solutions Kent Taylor. Hear the opportunities and obstacles posed by a shift to a flex work environment, as well as data that forecasts whether this trend is here to stay. To connect with Kent, please contact NC Chamber Marketing Director Emmy Boyette at eboyette@ncchamber.com