IMPACT OC

The Road Less Traveled

For many years, Kat Woirol had a great job with General Electric in Human Relations. "It was a great ride," she admits. "But after 25 years I was definitely looking for a different path to follow" All she knew was that in her next act, she wanted to work for herself. And was determined to quit commuting thru Atlanta's notorious traffic jams. 

She dreamed of riding a bike to work. So why not own an electric bike shop, in Atlanta itself? And that's what led her to Pedego. "We found a spot inside the beltline," she smiles. "In the heart of the city". Right next to one of the many "rails to trails" projects that are moving people off the highways and onto the forgotten byways. Allowing her to slow down a bit and build a business that speaks to her heart. While still allowing her the freedom to ride home and be there when her 8 year old kid's school bus arrives. 

Becoming a trailblazer (and an eBike entrepreneur) along the way. With everything she ever dreamed of (and more). All of which she gleefully shares on this week's PEDEGO PODCAST

Impact OC: Orange County Fire Authority Protects nearly two million residents

How does the Orange County Fire Authority protect nearly two million residents from its 77 fire stations throughout Orange County? Find out by listening to OC Talk Radio Public Affairs Director Dawn Kamber’s interview with Orange County Fire Authority Captain and Public Information Officer Greg Barta. He talks about how the OCFA serves 23 cities in Orange County and all unincorporated areas. Only on OC Talk Radio, Orange County’s Only Community Radio Station which streams live from the University of California-Irvine’s BEALL APPLIED INNOVATION CENTER. www.ocfa.org

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

OUR COMMUNITY: Patty Juarez, EVP and Head of Diverse Segments, WELLS FARGO BANK

Check out the inaugural episode of OUR COMMUNITY. As the OC Hispanic Chamber of Commerce brings in Patty Juarez, EVP and Head of Diverse Segments at WELLS FARGO BANK. To talk about her work within the community. And her path to getting here.  Because as they say at the Chamber "Our community is Your Community".

Irish Eyes Are Smiling

Hear how Peggy Taylor from St. Louis found the proverbial pot o' gold at the end of her rainbow (in the shape of an eBike).  One year after her heart gave out and forced into a frightening heart transplant.  With two bad knees (and few prospects for every getting out in the world again). Until her Irish luck kicked in and led her to a Pedego electric bike store. Where (despite her fear) she found herself up and riding again.  And now can't stop pedaling. Racking up over 2500 miles in her first year since buying her eBike.  With a daily pace (weather permitting) of 30 miles/day.  A heartwarming tale about "Peg O' My Heart" on this special St. Patrick's Day edition of the Pedego Podcast. 

Impact OC-Girl Scouts of Orange County Builds Girls of Confidence & Character

How does the Girl Scouts of Orange County build girls of courage, confidence and character to make the world a better place? Find out by listening to OC Talk Radio Public Affairs Director Dawn Kamber’s interview with Girl Scouts of Orange County Chief Executive Officer Vikki Shepp. She talks about how Girl Scouts, through fun, friendship and new adventures, learn to challenge themselves, write their own stories and take action to change the world for the better. Only on OC Talk Radio, Orange County’s Only Community Radio Station which streams live from the University of California-Irvine’s BEALL APPLIED INNOVATION CENTER. www.girlscoutsoc.org

 

Selling eBikes in Silicon Valley

Meet the entrepreneur selling eBikes in the heart of Silicon Valley, Jeff Scanlan, who opened Pedego Menlo Park (right across from Stanford University). Who after years in the area in various business development roles for hospital supplies, technology supply chain management services and even local and national non-profit organizations like the Leukemia Society decided to try a different path.  But one with a similar mission: to make an impact in his community by "delivering critical services to large segments of our country’s population, whose needs would otherwise go unmet."  One ride at a time (this time).

Impact OC-One OC is devoted to accelerating nonprofit success in Orange County

How does the nonprofit resource and management services organization One OC, help to accelerate nonprofit success in Orange County? Find out by listening to OC Talk Radio Public Affairs Director Dawn Kamber’s interview with One OC President & Chief Executive Officer Tim Strauch. He talks about how his team of nonprofit professionals provide solutions and support services to nonprofits and companies to help them reach their goals for the greater good in Orange County. Only on OC Talk Radio, Orange County’s Only Community Radio Station which streams live from the University of California-Irvine’s BEALL APPLIED INNOVATION CENTER. www.oneoc.org

 

 

Cowtown Party Bikes (and The Road Less Traveled)

If you've ever wondered "what comes next?" hear the amazing journey of Vicki and Neal Peden, who went from a career in real radio (where she was the News Director for a big radio station in Dallas and he was the Chief Engineer). To hanging up their headphones and heading in a totally different direction as the founders of Cowtown Cycle Party, a 16-person BYOB party bike that's like a big bar on wheels. 

A path that eventually led them to eBikes as well, as they opened a complimentary Pedego Electric Bike store for the many others who wanted to ride along on their many guided trips thru the famous Ft. Worth stockyards (and their daily cattle drives). And all the bars and BBQ joints for which Dallas and Ft. Worth are famous. 

A truly a wild ride down one of the many "roads less traveled" for these modern day cowboys and eBike Entrepreneurs.  For whom "fun" is an everyday part of their vocabulary (along with "yee haw" and "y'all come").

Impact OC: Fristers-Teaching Teen Parents to Thrive

How can the nonprofit organization Fristers teach teen parents to thrive? Find out by listening to OC Talk Radio Public Affairs Director Dawn Kamber’s interview with Fristers Founder, President and Chief Executive Officer Ali Woodard. She talks about the free programs Fristers offers to help teen and young parents build healthy and stable lives and families. Only on OC Talk Radio, Orange County’s Only Community Radio Station which streams live from the University of California-Irvine’s BEALL APPLIED INNOVATION CENTER. www.fristers.org

 

 

Willing to work for fun

Meet Ted Duley, who after a 50 year career in the insurance industry found a new way to work (for fun this time fun) as organizer of the Sacramento Pedego Owners Group (and moderator of their Facebook page). Using the skills he'd acquired as a Sr. VP of Operations, he quickly recruited 71 new members to the group and organized 29 group rides for a total of 2,567 miles.

As Ted says, "Having just retired I wasn’t looking for work, but when I purchased my Pedego and discovered how much fun this could be, I just couldn't help myself from bringing others along for the ride".  Adding a new line to his long and successful resume, "willing to work for fun". On this week's Pedego Podcast, chronicling the eBike Revolution (and the love stories of those just riding along).