Host Jeremy C. Park talks with cityCURRENT Nashville partners, Nadian Zak, CEO and Founder of Zak Human Solutions, LLC, along with Kacie Scott, COO and Co-Founder, who both highlight their woman-owned, award-winning outsourced HR firm that provides end-to-end solutions that streamline HR operations. The company specializes in recruiting, employee relations, compliance, learning and development, and strategic planning.

During the interview, Nadian and Kacie discuss their extensive backgrounds in HR, their partnership with small to medium-sized businesses, the importance of understanding a company's culture and core values, and the need for clear communication and alignment with company values in recruitment and retention strategies. Nadian adds that regular one-on-one check-ins and business updates can foster a sense of connection and growth among employees. The conversation also touches on the competitive job market and the importance of understanding what drives top talent. Nadian and Kacie then discuss the integration of AI in the industry and in their business, emphasizing the importance of change management and gaining buy-in from employees. They highlight the role of AI in empowering employees and making them more efficient, rather than replacing them. Kacie shares their experience with AI in recruiting, where it helps pre-screen and schedule candidates, freeing up time for meaningful interactions. Kacie also shares some tips for job seekers to stand out, including using the correct keywords in their resumes to match job descriptions and job titles. Nadian discusses some of their business goals and shares their expansion to multi-state and international clients, with a focus on impacting businesses nationally and internationally. Then, Nadian and Kacie wrap up with advice for other entrepreneurs.

Visit https://zakhumansolutions.com to learn more and connect with Zak Human Solutions.

Host Jeremy C. Park talks with Dr. Holly Roselle, CEO and Co-Founder of ForceField Protection, along with her husband, Charles Roselle, COO and Co-Founder, who both discuss their backgrounds with extensive experience in security and performance psychology and the technology they created that protects and connects lone workers, particularly those in home health care. Charles Roselle served as a United States Secret Service Agent for 16 years and Dr. Holly Roselle was a human performance specialist with military special operations. Charles devoted his career to protecting others and Holly worked with military service members on techniques to stay motivated, productive, and enjoy performing at their best. More personally, they both experienced the underlying fear and anxiety of going into unknown homes and environments during their work. Together, with a team of top developers, they have used their experiences to create an app that helps protect and connect lone workers so they are safer and more productive.

During the interview, Holly and Charles highlight the vulnerability of lone workers and the need for protection, touching on the high crime rates and assault rates faced by these workers. They discuss the technology and app, which allows users to check in and out of locations, with automatic notifications sent to emergency contacts. A unique feature of the app is its "touchless distress" feature, which signals distress without the user needing to call or text. This feature is patented and differentiates their product from others in the market. They talk about some of the many ROI benefits of the app, including enhanced productivity, employee engagement, accountability, and safety with employees feeling more valued and protected.

The conversation concludes talking about next steps as Holly explains that businesses can email them for a 30-day free trial, which allows them to upload a certain number of employees and test the system. Charles and Holly also mentioned that they have a consumer app available for download on the Google Play Store and Apple Store, which is perfect for individuals and families, runners, and others who want to access the apps features to keep loved ones informed of their activities and whereabouts. Holly and Charles also offer demos and assistance with employee onboarding for businesses interested in the app.

Visit https://forcefieldnow.com to learn more about ForceField Protection and their ForceField Protection Personal Safety App.
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Host Jeremy C. Park talks with Ryan Lampa, Founder and CEO of People Loving Nashville, a nonprofit organization serving the unhoused and most vulnerable of Nashville, Tennessee. During the interview, Ryan shares the history of the organization, which started 17 years ago, and discusses how it has evolved and grown into three programs, a staff of 15 and an army of volunteers serving about 400 people each week. The organization also now includes a social enterprise with a coffee roaster and coffee shop downtown, Paradeisos Coffee Company, that provides job opportunities for those going through the program. Ryan details their three programs, Monday Night Street Outreach, Homefullness, and Restoration Program, and discusses how they are centered on the pillars of Relief, Community, Connection, and Restoration.

He talks about some of the many sides, complexities and situations that lead to homelessness and how it impacts individuals and families, and emphasizes the importance of building relationships with dignity, grace and understanding. Ryan shares a success story of a couple who were once homeless and now in their restoration program, and he shares some lessons and advice for other organizations and cities looking to serve their unhoused communities, noting the importance of presence and margin in serving others. Ryan discusses the power of community engagement and the need for volunteers to help serve the unhoused community, and how the time spent and relationships formed will transform the lives of volunteers, as well. He wraps up encouraging the community to get involved by volunteering, buying coffee from their coffee shop, or attending their events, including their "Smoke on the Water" event taking place May 19, 2025.

Visit https://www.peoplelovingnashville.com to learn more and get involved with People Loving Nashville.
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