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(1:00) Now, more than ever, is there a need for emergency management leaders to be able to navigate through the complex events happening in the U.S. and around the world.Ellen Ellis, alumna of the master's in Emergency and Disaster Management program at Georgetown University School of Continuing Studies, shares her experiences about how the program helped her to understand what's in the realm of possible. The program allowed her to learn from peers, build a network of her own, and work with people outside of her career field.Unlike many response-focused emergency management programs, the emergency and disaster management program at Georgetown SCS takes a sophisticated and holistic approach in the field. Students like Ellen examine disaster management with a particular focus on preparedness and recovery within a global context.Learn more about the master's in Emergency & Disaster Management at https://scs.georgetown.edu/programs/419/master-of-professional-studies-in-emergency-and-disaster-management/.SUBSCRIBE TO GEORGETOWN UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF CONTINUING STUDIES ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=GeorgetownSCS Follow SCS on FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/GeorgetownSCS/ Follow SCS on TWITTER: http://www.twitter.com/GeorgetownSCS Follow SCS on INSTAGRAM: http://instagram.com/georgetownscs Follow SCS on LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/school/2630840/

(6:44) About 95% of female CEOs played youth sports, so there is a direct correlation between those who participate in a team activity and then become leaders.Join Daniel Kelly, faculty director for the master's in Sports Industry Management at Georgetown University School of Continuing Studies, and LaRhonda Burley, vice president for partnerships and marketing at the National Fitness Foundation, as they discuss women working in sports.Very early on in her career, LaRhonda received valuable advice from a Georgetown instructor, which was to stay close to the revenue, especially since there aren't many women that are on the revenue generation or support side of sports. If you can prove your value and show that you're always tied to the positive bottom line, then you're going to be more marketable.In Focus is filmed at Georgetown University's School of Continuing Studies and brings together professors, faculty members, guest lecturers, and thought leaders to engage in conversations that range from leadership to technology and beyond.Learn more about Georgetown University School of Continuing Studies at https://scs.georgetown.edu/.SUBSCRIBE TO GEORGETOWN UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF CONTINUING STUDIES ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=GeorgetownSCS Follow SCS on FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/GeorgetownSCS/ Follow SCS on TWITTER: http://www.twitter.com/GeorgetownSCS Follow SCS on INSTAGRAM: http://instagram.com/georgetownscs Follow SCS on LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/school/2630840/

(11:17) Five years ago, Avocados From Mexico had their claim to fame after being the first Mexico-related brand in history to advertise during the Super Bowl.Join Wendy Zajack, faculty director for the master's in Integrated Marketing Communications and master's in Design Management Communications, and Alvaro Luque, president and CEO at Avocados From Mexico, as they discuss super bowl successes.Despite the name, Avocados From Mexico doesn't actually sell avocados. They are a marketing company that represents two associations: 1) a Mexican association of growers and packers, and 2) an American association of importers. These two groups came together in 2013, which was the first time two foreign associations created a company through the U.S. government.In Focus is filmed at Georgetown University's School of Continuing Studies and brings together professors, faculty members, guest lecturers, and thought leaders to engage in conversations that range from leadership to technology and beyond.Learn more about Georgetown University School of Continuing Studies at https://scs.georgetown.edu/.SUBSCRIBE TO GEORGETOWN UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF CONTINUING STUDIES ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=GeorgetownSCS Follow SCS on FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/GeorgetownSCS/ Follow SCS on TWITTER: http://www.twitter.com/GeorgetownSCS Follow SCS on INSTAGRAM: http://instagram.com/georgetownscs Follow SCS on LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/school/2630840/

(5:11) The Royal Institution of Charter Surveyors (RICS) has several initiatives to standardize investment and property criteria among global real estate assets.Join Glenn Williamson, faculty director for the master's in Real Estate at Georgetown University School of Continuing Studies, Heather Reichardt, chairman of RICS Mid-Atlantic chapter, and Ben Elder, international director of valuation at RICS, as they discuss investment in emerging markets.In Focus is filmed at Georgetown University's School of Continuing Studies and brings together professors, faculty members, guest lecturers, and thought leaders to engage in conversations that range from leadership to technology and beyond.Learn more about Georgetown University School of Continuing Studies at https://scs.georgetown.edu/.SUBSCRIBE TO GEORGETOWN UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF CONTINUING STUDIES ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=GeorgetownSCS Follow SCS on FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/GeorgetownSCS/ Follow SCS on TWITTER: http://www.twitter.com/GeorgetownSCS Follow SCS on INSTAGRAM: http://instagram.com/georgetownscs Follow SCS on LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/school/2630840/

(7:22) Experts say that crisis planning starts way before the crisis. It's important for companies to sit down and think about the threats that face their business.Join Sultana Ali, faculty for the master's in Public Relations & Corporate Communications program, and Brian Ellis, executive vice president at Padilla, as they discuss crisis communications planning.By being prepared before a crisis strikes, businesses can be more effective in terms of their response. A crisis can sometimes be an opportunity to develop and build reputation.In Focus is filmed at Georgetown University's School of Continuing Studies and brings together professors, faculty members, guest lecturers, and thought leaders to engage in conversations that range from leadership to technology and beyond.Learn more about Georgetown University School of Continuing Studies at https://scs.georgetown.edu/.SUBSCRIBE TO GEORGETOWN UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF CONTINUING STUDIES ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=GeorgetownSCS Follow SCS on FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/GeorgetownSCS/ Follow SCS on TWITTER: http://www.twitter.com/GeorgetownSCS Follow SCS on INSTAGRAM: http://instagram.com/georgetownscs Follow SCS on LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/school/2630840/

(5:46) In the last several years, Microsoft made a big cultural shift to put the customer and their specific needs at the center of how they approached business.Join Maria Trujillo, faculty director for the master's in Technology Management and Systems Engineering Management programs, and Nina Somerville, general manager for Microsoft's Northeast Cloud Solutions, as they discuss Microsoft's digital transformation.In Focus is filmed at Georgetown University's School of Continuing Studies and brings together professors, faculty members, guest lecturers, and thought leaders to engage in conversations that range from leadership to technology and beyond.Learn more about Georgetown University School of Continuing Studies at https://scs.georgetown.edu/.SUBSCRIBE TO GEORGETOWN UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF CONTINUING STUDIES ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=GeorgetownSCS Follow SCS on FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/GeorgetownSCS/ Follow SCS on TWITTER: http://www.twitter.com/GeorgetownSCS Follow SCS on INSTAGRAM: http://instagram.com/georgetownscs Follow SCS on LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/school/2630840/

(7:45) For anyone looking for a career in college athletics, it's about getting where you want to be, building relationships, gaining of experience, and timing.Join Daniel Kelly, faculty director for the master's in Sports Industry Management program, and Chevonne Mansfield, director of communications at LEAD1 Association, as they discuss careers in college athletics.In Focus is filmed at Georgetown University's School of Continuing Studies and brings together professors, faculty members, guest lecturers, and thought leaders to engage in conversations that range from leadership to technology and beyond.Learn more about Georgetown University School of Continuing Studies at https://scs.georgetown.edu/.SUBSCRIBE TO GEORGETOWN UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF CONTINUING STUDIES ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=GeorgetownSCS Follow SCS on FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/GeorgetownSCS/ Follow SCS on TWITTER: http://www.twitter.com/GeorgetownSCS Follow SCS on INSTAGRAM: http://instagram.com/georgetownscs Follow SCS on LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/school/2630840/

(5:37) Sports media storytelling has changed to where some stations have minimized local sports broadcasting from highlights to now more opinion-based content.Join Daniel Kelly, faculty director for the master's in Sports Industry Management at Georgetown University School of Continuing Studies, and Scott Jackson, freelance sports broadcaster, as they discuss sports media.In Focus is filmed at Georgetown University's School of Continuing Studies and brings together professors, faculty members, guest lecturers, and thought leaders to engage in conversations that range from leadership to technology and beyond.Learn more about Georgetown University School of Continuing Studies at https://scs.georgetown.edu/.SUBSCRIBE TO GEORGETOWN UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF CONTINUING STUDIES ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=GeorgetownSCS Follow SCS on FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/GeorgetownSCS/ Follow SCS on TWITTER: http://www.twitter.com/GeorgetownSCS Follow SCS on INSTAGRAM: http://instagram.com/georgetownscs Follow SCS on LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/school/2630840/

(5:40) It is crucial that the next generation of leaders acquire skills that will help them in the workplace and these are skills that can be learned studying abroad.Join Stephanie Kim, faculty director for the master's in Higher Education Administration at Georgetown University School of Continuing Studies, and John Lucas, president and CEO of International Student Exchange Programs (ISEP), as they discuss studying abroad.Students that study abroad, whether it's international students that come to the US or US students that visit another country, they're facing similar challenges. Things like navigating the local culture, understanding the educational system, working through the bureaucracy, and where to go if they need help.This means that schools that are planning on recruiting international students need to have a comprehensive internationalization strategy in place with plans and resources to fully integrate the international students in the campus.In Focus is filmed at Georgetown University's School of Continuing Studies and brings together professors, faculty members, guest lecturers, and thought leaders to engage in conversations that range from leadership to technology and beyond.Learn more about Georgetown University School of Continuing Studies at https://scs.georgetown.edu/.SUBSCRIBE TO GEORGETOWN UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF CONTINUING STUDIES ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=GeorgetownSCS Follow SCS on FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/GeorgetownSCS/ Follow SCS on TWITTER: http://www.twitter.com/GeorgetownSCS Follow SCS on INSTAGRAM: http://instagram.com/georgetownscs Follow SCS on LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/school/2630840/

(1:44) Students in the International Executive Master's in Emergency & Disaster Management program in Qatar share their experiences with learning new techniques to apply in the workforce.This program prepares emergency management professionals to effectively apply preparedness principles, mitigate potential threads, and manage response and recovery efforts within an international context.Students develop the knowledge and tools needed to address a variety of international threads and hazards. They also gain a deeper understanding of the opportunities and constraints to navigating roles, responsibilities, and resources across and within international borders.Learn more about the master's in Emergency & Disaster Management at https://scs.georgetown.edu/programs/440/executive-master-of-professional-studies-international-emergency-disaster-management/.SUBSCRIBE TO GEORGETOWN UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF CONTINUING STUDIES ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=GeorgetownSCS Follow SCS on FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/GeorgetownSCS/ Follow SCS on TWITTER: http://www.twitter.com/GeorgetownSCS Follow SCS on INSTAGRAM: http://instagram.com/georgetownscs Follow SCS on LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/school/2630840/

(7:23) Organizations are facing new challenges since it's not just about what they say about themselves; it's about what their customers say about them as well.Join Sultana Ali, faculty for the master's in Public Relations and Corporate Communications program at Georgetown University School of Continuing Studies, and Anthony Shop, co-founder and chief strategy driver at Social Driver, as they discuss reputation management in a digital world.In Focus is filmed at Georgetown University's School of Continuing Studies and brings together professors, faculty members, guest lecturers, and thought leaders to engage in conversations that range from leadership to technology and beyond.Learn more about Georgetown University School of Continuing Studies at https://scs.georgetown.edu/.SUBSCRIBE TO GEORGETOWN UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF CONTINUING STUDIES ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=GeorgetownSCS Follow SCS on FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/GeorgetownSCS/ Follow SCS on TWITTER: http://www.twitter.com/GeorgetownSCS Follow SCS on INSTAGRAM: http://instagram.com/georgetownscs Follow SCS on LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/school/2630840/

(6:08) Privacy and security go hand in hand. Without security there can't be privacy. This will leave businesses looking for ways to deal with new compliance requirements.Join Frederic Lemieux, faculty director for the master's programs in Applied Intelligence and Cybersecurity Risk Management, along with John Wood, CEO of Telos, and Richard Tracy, CSO of Telos, as they discuss cybersecurity governance.In Focus is filmed at Georgetown University's School of Continuing Studies and brings together professors, faculty members, guest lecturers, and thought leaders to engage in conversations that range from leadership to technology and beyond.Learn more about Georgetown University School of Continuing Studies at https://scs.georgetown.edu/.SUBSCRIBE TO GEORGETOWN UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF CONTINUING STUDIES ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=GeorgetownSCS Follow SCS on FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/GeorgetownSCS/ Follow SCS on TWITTER: http://www.twitter.com/GeorgetownSCS Follow SCS on INSTAGRAM: http://instagram.com/georgetownscs Follow SCS on LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/school/2630840/

(6:53) The life expectancy in the US is 76 for men and 81 for women, which means creating inclusive communities for aging people is an important urban planning challenge.Join Uwe Brandes, faculty director for the master's in Urban & Regional Planning; Sharon Geno, COO for Volunteers of America; and Ryan Frederick, founder of Smart Living 360, as they discuss aging communities and cities.In Focus is filmed at Georgetown University's School of Continuing Studies and brings together professors, faculty members, guest lecturers, and thought leaders to engage in conversations that range from leadership to technology and beyond.Learn more about Georgetown University School of Continuing Studies at https://scs.georgetown.edu/.SUBSCRIBE TO GEORGETOWN UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF CONTINUING STUDIES ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=GeorgetownSCS Follow SCS on FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/GeorgetownSCS/ Follow SCS on TWITTER: http://www.twitter.com/GeorgetownSCS Follow SCS on INSTAGRAM: http://instagram.com/georgetownscs Follow SCS on LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/school/2630840/

(7:18) For big brands, with big markets, going after huge audiences, there's nothing better than advertising during the Super Bowl, even when it's at a high cost.Join Jimmy Lynn, co-founder and vice president of Kiswe Mobile, and faculty for the master's in Sports Industry Management, and Wendy Zajack, faculty director for the master's in Integrated Marketing Communications and master's in Design Management Communications, as they discuss 2019 Super Bowl ads.In Focus is filmed at Georgetown University's School of Continuing Studies and brings together professors, faculty members, guest lecturers, and thought leaders to engage in conversations that range from leadership to technology and beyond.Learn more about Georgetown University School of Continuing Studies at https://scs.georgetown.edu/.SUBSCRIBE TO GEORGETOWN UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF CONTINUING STUDIES ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=GeorgetownSCS Follow SCS on FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/GeorgetownSCS/ Follow SCS on TWITTER: http://www.twitter.com/GeorgetownSCS Follow SCS on INSTAGRAM: http://instagram.com/georgetownscs Follow SCS on LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/school/2630840/

(5:23) Artificial intelligence plays a huge roll in Amazon's recommendation engine where it creates a personalized list of products that customers actually want to buy.Join Joshua Meredith, assistant dean of Analytics, Technology and Security programs at Georgetown University School of Continuing Studies, and Maria Trujillo, faculty director for the master's in Technology Management and Systems Engineering Management, as they discuss Amazon and technology management.In Focus is filmed at Georgetown University's School of Continuing Studies and brings together professors, faculty members, guest lecturers, and thought leaders to engage in conversations that range from leadership to technology and beyond.Learn more about Georgetown University School of Continuing Studies at https://scs.georgetown.edu/.SUBSCRIBE TO GEORGETOWN UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF CONTINUING STUDIES ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=GeorgetownSCS Follow SCS on FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/GeorgetownSCS/ Follow SCS on TWITTER: http://www.twitter.com/GeorgetownSCS Follow SCS on INSTAGRAM: http://instagram.com/georgetownscs Follow SCS on LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/school/2630840/

(5:25) Amazon is similar to other large companies where they are facing cybersecurity risks; however, they are known for resilience regarding cyber attacks.Join Joshua Meredith, assistant dean of Analytics, Technology and Security programs at Georgetown University School of Continuing Studies, and Dr. Frederic Lemieux, faculty director for the master's in Applied Intelligence and Cybersecurity Risk Management, as they discuss Amazon and cybersecurity.In Focus is filmed at Georgetown University's School of Continuing Studies and brings together professors, faculty members, guest lecturers, and thought leaders to engage in conversations that range from leadership to technology and beyond.Learn more about Georgetown University School of Continuing Studies at https://scs.georgetown.edu/.SUBSCRIBE TO GEORGETOWN UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF CONTINUING STUDIES ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=GeorgetownSCS Follow SCS on FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/GeorgetownSCS/ Follow SCS on TWITTER: http://www.twitter.com/GeorgetownSCS Follow SCS on INSTAGRAM: http://instagram.com/georgetownscs Follow SCS on LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/school/2630840/

(3:59) To find the right balance between adopting cutting-edge or legacy products with security, it's all about standard risk analysis and evaluation.Join Maria Trujillo, faculty director for the master's in Technology Management and Systems Engineering Management, and David Shanker, SVP of Information Technology at JBG Smith, as they discuss cloud computing.In Focus is filmed at Georgetown University's School of Continuing Studies and brings together professors, faculty members, guest lecturers, and thought leaders to engage in conversations that range from leadership to technology and beyond.Learn more about Georgetown University School of Continuing Studies at https://scs.georgetown.edu/.SUBSCRIBE TO GEORGETOWN UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF CONTINUING STUDIES ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=GeorgetownSCS Follow SCS on FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/GeorgetownSCS/ Follow SCS on TWITTER: http://www.twitter.com/GeorgetownSCS Follow SCS on INSTAGRAM: http://instagram.com/georgetownscs Follow SCS on LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/school/2630840/

(7:08) "The Need for Bi-Partisanship" is about how social movements drive political discourse. We need to work together and empathize with each other's situations.Join Jonathan Henry, program director for the liberal studies programs at Georgetown University School of Continuing Studies, and Matthew Henry, author of "The Need for Bi-Partisanship" and Georgetown student, as they discuss bi-partisanship in American politics.In Focus is filmed at Georgetown University's School of Continuing Studies and brings together professors, faculty members, guest lecturers, and thought leaders to engage in conversations that range from leadership to technology and beyond.Learn more about Georgetown University School of Continuing Studies at https://scs.georgetown.edu/.SUBSCRIBE TO GEORGETOWN UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF CONTINUING STUDIES ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=GeorgetownSCS Follow SCS on FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/GeorgetownSCS/ Follow SCS on TWITTER: http://www.twitter.com/GeorgetownSCS Follow SCS on INSTAGRAM: http://instagram.com/georgetownscs Follow SCS on LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/school/2630840/

(7:14) With D.C. being home to a diverse community, there was an opportunity to create a fast casual experience where everybody could enjoy fantastic dining places.Join Erinn Tucker, faculty director for the master's in Global Hospitality Leadership program at Georgetown University School of Continuing Studies; Furard Tate, owner of Inspire Food Service Training; and Andra "AJ" Johnson, founder of White Plates, Black Faces and the DMV Greenbook. Collectively, they are the co-founders of DMV Black Restaurant Week.In Focus is filmed at Georgetown University's School of Continuing Studies and brings together professors, faculty members, guest lecturers, and thought leaders to engage in conversations that range from leadership to technology and beyond.Learn more about Georgetown University School of Continuing Studies at https://scs.georgetown.edu/.SUBSCRIBE TO GEORGETOWN UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF CONTINUING STUDIES ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=GeorgetownSCS Follow SCS on FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/GeorgetownSCS/ Follow SCS on TWITTER: http://www.twitter.com/GeorgetownSCS Follow SCS on INSTAGRAM: http://instagram.com/georgetownscs Follow SCS on LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/school/2630840/

(4:04) Organizational change can be defined as eliminating barriers and providing employees the tools they need in order to achieve optimal performance results.Join Jennifer Aaronson, alumna for the master's in Human Resources Management program at Georgetown University School of Continuing Studies, and Dr. Ed Hasan, CEO of Kaizen Human Capital, as they discuss organizational development and change.In Focus is filmed at Georgetown University's School of Continuing Studies and brings together professors, faculty members, guest lecturers, and thought leaders to engage in conversations that range from leadership to technology and beyond.Learn more about Georgetown University School of Continuing Studies at https://scs.georgetown.edu/.SUBSCRIBE TO GEORGETOWN UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF CONTINUING STUDIES ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=GeorgetownSCS Follow SCS on FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/GeorgetownSCS/ Follow SCS on TWITTER: http://www.twitter.com/GeorgetownSCS Follow SCS on INSTAGRAM: http://instagram.com/georgetownscs Follow SCS on LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/school/2630840/