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”Les Kevin, More Tech” is hosted by Kevin Van Kannel and Les Harris of UTEC, located in Ann Arbor, Michigan. The show dives into the technology marketing, while highlighting thought leaders, entrepreneurs, and field experts on the evolution of technology and how it’s changing the landscape of business.
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4 days ago
4 days ago
Kevin and his UTEC team sit down with Sarah Paspal-Jasinski, Development Director at the Shelter Association of Washtenaw County, to discuss her inspiring career journey and the organization’s vital role in addressing homelessness. The Shelter Association provides temporary shelter and connections to essential services in a safe, caring environment while working with the community to allocate resources for those in need. From life skills training to medical care programs and community partnerships, Sarah shares how they empower over 1,500 individuals annually. Plus, learn how their annual golf outing helps fund these critical efforts.
03:25 Mission of the Shelter Association
06:09 Understanding the Population Served
09:07 Barriers to Housing
12:01 The Role of Life Skills
14:19 Mental Health Crisis
17:12 Future Directions and Partnerships
19:01 Shelter Diversion Strategies
23:03 Impact of COVID-19
26:12 Medical Recuperative Care Program
28:21 Community Efforts for Expansion
30:20 Upcoming Fundraising Events
Show Links
For more information about UTEC follow the links below.
Website: https://www.utecit.com/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/UTECIT/
Guest Links
Name: Sarah Paspal-Jasinski
Title: Development Director
Company: Shelter Association of Washtenaw County
Website: washtenawshelter.org
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DelonisCenter
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/annarborshelter/
Email: paspals@washtenawshelter.org
Want to learn more about the Almost Home Golf Outing being held Monday, June 23, 2025? Visit the link below for more details!
Golf Event: https://www.annarborshelter.org/events
Monday Dec 02, 2024
Monday Dec 02, 2024
In this special holiday episode of Less Kevin, More Tech, Kevin reunites with family friends Leonard Culbert and Cass Chrabaszewski, also known as the Overhill Gang. They share stories of neighborhood camaraderie, giving back through programs like Shop with the Cops, and reflections on gratitude, family, and holiday memories.
00:00 Welcome to All Kevin, More Tech
01:08 The Overhill Gang Reunion
03:15 Life on the Cul-de-Sac
06:21 Hurricane Aftermath in Asheville
09:01 The Importance of Mentorship
11:17 Holiday Shenanigans
12:50 Giving Back: Shop with the Cops
15:01 Creating Lasting Memories
17:59 Reflections on Family and Holidays
20:24 The State of the Auto Industry
24:21 The Rise of AI
27:04 Navigating Customer Service Challenges
29:25 Detroit Lions: A Surprising Season
Show Links
For more information about UTEC follow the links below.
Website: https://www.utecit.com/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/UTECIT/
Monday Nov 25, 2024
Monday Nov 25, 2024
Join Kevin and Les as they chat with Chuck Cracraft and Constance Pearson-Ramirez from the Bank of Ann Arbor. Discover unique home buyer grant programs, educational resources, and how their team supports buyers through every step of the process. Learn what sets them apart, insights on housing market trends, and creative solutions for today’s housing challenges.
5:37 - Home buyer mortgage and grant programs.
7:30 - Educational programs for home buyers.
10:50 - What separates them from other banks.
13:54 - Average house prices and inventory.
16:13 - Alternative ideas for the housing shortage.
19:45 - Where they see their programs going and how the process works.
Show Links
For more information about UTEC follow the links below.
Website: https://www.utecit.com/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/UTECIT/
Guest Links
Website: https://www.bankofannarbor.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bankofannarbor
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bankofannarbor
Email: ccracraft@boaa.com
Monday Nov 18, 2024
Monday Nov 18, 2024
Join hosts Kevin and Christine as they chat with John McInerney, known as the “LEGO Guy” and Executive Director of Buildup STEAM. Buildup STEAM is a nonprofit dedicated to uplifting hospitalized children through LEGO robotics. By creating hands-on STEAM learning experiences, they reduce stress and promote positive thinking for young patients. Their initiatives have reached several major hospitals, offering creative relief and emotional support to children facing adversity. Learn more or support their mission at Buildup Steam.
1:34 - John’s career and college path.
3:30 - How he started with the hospitals.
6:32 - John studied abroad and visited the LEGO HQ.
7:48 - John meets one of his heroes.
9:00 - The evolution of LEGO.
11:35 - The start to his new non-profit.
13:05 - How does the process work with the patients and it’s impact.
19:30 - What hospitals his program is, and expansion.
27:20 - Events and donation information and products coming up.
29:35 - John’s favorite LEGO.
Show Links
For more information about UTEC follow the links below.
Website: https://www.utecit.com/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/UTECIT/
Guest Links
Website: https://www.buildupsteam.org/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/buildupsteam/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/buildup_steam/
Email: John@buildupsteam.org
Monday Nov 04, 2024
Monday Nov 04, 2024
Kevin and Les are joined by Greg Gumpright, Director, Service & Support from Sharp Electronics to discuss the company's technician training programs, equipment installations, and the exciting Master Tech competition for service engineers. Greg also shares insights into the future of service with AI advancements.
1:15 - What is Greg’s role?
2:!5 - What brought Greg to Michigan today.
3:50 - Training and Development.
4:56 - What is Master Tech?
8:05 - Levels of service and how they work.
11:00 - New technician training.
12:28 - Where is the future of the service side going with AI.
Show Links
For more information about UTEC follow the links below.
Website: https://www.utecit.com/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/UTECIT/
Guest Links
Greg Gumpright, Director, Service & Support from Sharp
Website: https://www.sharpusa.com/
Email: gumprightg@sharpsec.com
Monday Oct 28, 2024
Monday Oct 28, 2024
In this episode, Les welcome UTEC’s Client Executive, Frank Kokay, to discuss the transformation of Production Print. Frank shares insights into UTEC’s cutting-edge print technology, its role in marketing, and how personalized and custom print is shaping the future. Get to know Frank and his vision for where UTEC's technology is heading.
Show Links
For more information about UTEC follow the links below.
Website: https://www.utecit.com/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/UTECIT/
Monday Oct 21, 2024
Monday Oct 21, 2024
On this episode, UTEC team members Kevin and Christine welcome the marvelous Megan Mazurek, Realtor® from Reinhart Realtors and former Realtor of the Year. Megan shares details about the upcoming "Fierce and Fearless" event hosted by the Women's Exchange of Washtenaw, where women are encouraged to navigate challenges and seize opportunities. Megan also discusses her involvement in nonprofits, what attendees can expect at the event, and how she balances her many commitments.
2:00 - How she started.
3:40 - Women's Exchange of Washtenaw Event Fierce and Fearless
6:00 - Discussion on some of the workshops they offer during the event.
9:45 - What to expect at the event?
12:00 - How she got so involved in non-profits.
17:00 - How does Megan balance all that she is involved in.
19:00 - A look at the current real estate market.
24:00 - UTEC’s March Madness Event.
25:20 - Pizza and Wine night.
Event - Women's Exchange of Washtenaw Event Fierce and Fearless:
Wednesday, October 30th, 2024 from 8am-5pm
Morris J. Lawrence Building at Washtenaw Community College
To learn more about the event visit:
Show Links
For more information about UTEC follow the links below.
Website: https://www.utecit.com/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/UTECIT/
Guest Links
Website: MeganMazurek.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Megan_Mazurek/
Email: megan@meganmazurek.com
phone: 734.645.4296
Monday Sep 23, 2024
Monday Sep 23, 2024
In this episode, UTEC team members Kevin and Les sit down with former Michigan Lt. Governor Brian Calley, now with the Small Business Association of Michigan (SBAM). They discuss important updates impacting small businesses, including new policies on sick leave, the Corporate Transparency Act, and the growing challenges of compliance. Tune in to hear Brian's insights on what to expect and how SBAM is working to support small business owners across the state.
2:26 - How Brian got started with SBAM.
8:01 - The force in numbers with SBAM.
10:23 - How is getting tougher to do business because of new stalaws for days off and sick leave.
19:04 - What Brain is expecting to see happen.
25:49 - What SBAM is trying to do to get the changes applied to the upcoming policies.
29:49 - Corporate Transparency Act
34:00 - Compliancy time periods.
Show Links
For more information about UTEC follow the links below.
Website: https://www.utecit.com/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/UTECIT/
Guest Links
Website: https://www.sbam.org/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sbam/