
Business Ethics, Walk the Talk
The Business Ethics Alliance
Welcome to the show, where we explore the world of business ethics and how it can benefit companies, employees, customers, and the world. Hosted by Blake Peterson, a licensed financial planning expert based in Omaha, Nebraska, and a passionate advocate for ethical leadership. From startups to established corporations, we feature guests who are leading the way in ethical business practices. We believe in a better way of doing business, and we're here to showcase the power of ethical leadership. Join us for a journey into the fascinating world of business ethics and learn how it can impact your company's success.
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Why Media Relations and Crisis Communications Takes Real "Moxie"
Business Ethics, Walk the Talk
08/27/23 • 53 min
Makayla McMorris and Kristi Andersen are the beating heart at the core of Moxie 16, a boutique integrated communications marketing firm focused on public & media relations, crisis communications, social media, content development, and more. With decades of the Highest-Level Experience, from guiding UNO through the minefield of covid precautions and addressing disinformation, to key role in defining Omaha Metro’s Entertainment growth.
Communications, event management, journalism and more, from a powerhouse of two boss women, leading in and leading the way on this episode of ‘Walk the Talk’ hosted by Blake Peterson, and brought to you by the Business Ethics Alliance of Omaha.

Empowering Small Businesses to Compete and Grow. How One City Government is Trying to Help.
Business Ethics, Walk the Talk
02/19/23 • 45 min
In this episode, Blake sits down with the current Director of Human Rights and Relations for the City of Omaha, Gerald Kuhn, to discuss the programs he manages with the goal of uplifting small businesses founded in low-income areas of the community.
To learn more about Gerald and his position, follow this link: https://www.wowt.com/2023/01/06/mayor-appoints-new-human-rights-relations-director/

Small Businesses Vs Amazon. How to Differentiate Yourself and Prepare for Uncertainty.
Business Ethics, Walk the Talk
10/22/22 • 68 min
Tim Rexius sits down with Blake to discuss the current marketplace woes that Amazon has dealt to the small business community, and what that will look like in the future.
Tim also discusses his method for attracting and retaining talent which has less to do with benefits and salary, and more to do with ownership and individual growth.
Lastly, Tim discusses what a small business owner who is going through a recession for their first time can do to help ensure their business makes it to the other side.
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Multi-Generational Businesses Require Strong Ethical Frameworks.
Business Ethics, Walk the Talk
09/11/22 • 49 min
Blake sits down with Ted Bridges to discuss how his family was able to create a business that has lasted through three generations of CEO's and still maintain their core values along the way. Blake and Ted also discuss some of the ethical questions surrounding intergenerational wealth transfer and how it is seen in the United States today.

John Fulwider, Ph.D. on Guiding Leaders to their Next Success
Business Ethics, Walk the Talk
02/14/24 • 59 min
Welcome to the premiere episode of Season 4 of Walk the Talk, The exclusive business Podcast about ethics presented by the Business Ethics Alliance, hosted by the amazing Blake Peterson!
John Fulwider, PhD joins us on our inaugural episode of 2024 to reveal to us the world of Executive Coaching and how to build the proper leadership team to get you to your next, next , NEXT big goal.
Entrepreneurs often find they wind up wearing too many hats. John helps business owners get their freedom back, to grow in the direction they want, at the speed they want, to get the three things every business wants, to get work, do work, and get paid.
John has written five books with his sixth book shortly on the way, his experience with business with a small group of employees to businesses with over 6500 employed, John shows us how we can grow our business and safely move to the next and stay successful every step of the way.

The Ethics of Non-Profit and For Profit Interactions
Business Ethics, Walk the Talk
09/19/21 • 54 min
In this episode, Blake and Brigitte sit down to talk about her experiences as a founder and executive director of a non-profit, and how that relates to the business community.
They also touch on Brigitte's article in published on Medium, (link below) and how our world has changed in the past couple of years. Brigitte speaks on new-found corporate social responsibilities that are taking center stage, but questions some of their merit.
Be sure to check out her art collective, The Union, here: https://www.u-ca.org/about
Link to Brigitte's article: https://brigitte-mcqueen.medium.com/
About Brigitte:
Originally from Detroit, Brigitte earned her degree in Journalism from St. John’s University in New York City. She has worked in advertising, as a pastry chef and spent 10 years in publishing as a Production Manager with Teen People magazine. After adopting Omaha as her home in 2006, she opened a commercial gallery, called PULP. As its Curator, she showcased the work of local and international contemporary artists. Following her desire to better support Omaha’s arts community through non-profit work, Brigitte became the Manager of the Underground at The Bemis Center for Contemporary Arts in 2010. While there, she helped to develop exhibitions and programs that extended the organizations mission to support exceptional talent to the arts community of Omaha. In January 2011, she left The Bemis to further pursue her commitment to cultivating the arts in the community and founded The Union for Contemporary Art.
In addition to her life within The Union, Brigitte is actively involved with the Kent Bellows Studio and Center for Visual Arts, Friends of Planned Parenthood of the Heartland, The Joslyn Museum‘s Community Engagement Committee, Emerging Terrain‘s Events Committee and Filmstream‘s Community Development Committee. She also occasionally gets to bake, knit, quilt and renovate her 99 year old home in North Omaha.

Business Ethics and leadership don't just come with a designation, how the McGowan foundation is trying to change that.
Business Ethics, Walk the Talk
01/08/23 • 36 min
This month, Blake is joined by Brian Peckrill of the McGowan foundation to discuss how they are teaching Business Ethics to a select group MBA students each year and the changes they hope it will bring to the C-Suite.

Relationships and Equity, a Cornerstone of Business Ethics
Business Ethics, Walk the Talk
11/22/21 • 48 min
Jamar and Blake sit down to discuss the role relationships play in business and community development, as well as the importance of people having equity in their work and communities.

Chad Mares on Revolutionizing Work-Life Balance: Why HR Needs a New Ally
Business Ethics, Walk the Talk
09/29/24 • 58 min
In this episode of Walk the Talk with Blake Peterson, we dive into how Chad Mares, Founder and CEO of The Work Lab, is transforming the way companies support their employees. As a nonprofit, The Work Lab offers innovative services like WorkLife Coaching and Resource Navigation that go beyond traditional internal HR functions, providing personalized guidance for employees facing life’s challenges.
Even in organizations with robust HR teams, employees may hesitate to discuss personal matters with supervisors or HR personnel. The Work Lab provides a safe, confidential space for employees to address their concerns without fear, respecting the boundaries of professional relationships while prioritizing well-being. By building resilience and developing strategies for managing disruptions to their personal lives—The Work Lab enhances employee benefits, creates connections to resources in our community, and fosters a healthier, more engaged workforce.
Chad shares insights on creating an ethical work environment that values both personal and professional support. Join us as we discuss how The Work Lab is redefining employee care, making well-being a cornerstone of success in the modern workplace. Discover how this ethical, people-centered approach could lead to a brighter, healthier future in the latest episode of Walk the Talk, brought to you by the Business Ethics Alliance.

Building Ethics Into Blockchain
Business Ethics, Walk the Talk
10/30/21 • 42 min
In this episode, Blake sits down with Ifeanyi Onubogu to discuss the future of blockchain and how it will revolutionize the business world.
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Connect with Ifeanyi: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ifeanyi-onubogu/
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FAQ
How many episodes does Business Ethics, Walk the Talk have?
Business Ethics, Walk the Talk currently has 31 episodes available.
What topics does Business Ethics, Walk the Talk cover?
The podcast is about Culture, Management, Leadership, Dei, Podcasts, Business, Diversity and Ethics.
What is the most popular episode on Business Ethics, Walk the Talk?
The episode title 'The Future of Work with Jina Hwang Ph.D.' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Business Ethics, Walk the Talk?
The average episode length on Business Ethics, Walk the Talk is 52 minutes.
How often are episodes of Business Ethics, Walk the Talk released?
Episodes of Business Ethics, Walk the Talk are typically released every 40 days, 18 hours.
When was the first episode of Business Ethics, Walk the Talk?
The first episode of Business Ethics, Walk the Talk was released on Sep 19, 2021.
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