Kahn Media’s “Only The Strong Survive” podcast has won two Platinum Awards from the prestigious AVA Digital Awards. An international competition honoring exceptional work by creative professionals in the concept, design and production of digital media, the AVA Digital Awards are administered by the Association of Marketing and Communication Professionals. Over 2,000 entries from across the globe were evaluated by a select group of industry professionals on quality, creativity and high standards of excellence. The Platinum Award is the AVA Digital Awards’ highest honor.
Hosted by Kahn Media President & CEO Dan Kahn, “Only The Strong Survives” deeply explores and provides insight into entrepreneurship, leadership, marketing, sales and other topics impacting businesses large and small. Twice a month, Dan Kahn does in-depth interviews with CEOs, entrepreneurs, leaders and others who share their knowledge and experiences. The engaging and informative podcast has completed almost 60 episodes and continues to provide listeners with a valuable understanding of a wide range of business topics.
Winning an AVA Platinum Award in the Podcast Single Episode-Educational category was Dan Kahn’s interview with Not Your Average Joe’s founder Tim Herbel. A fast-growing coffee shop brand with multiple locations, Not Your Average Joe employs adults with intellectual, developmental and physical disabilities. In the episode, Herbel discussed with Kahn the story behind building a mission-first brand, reducing unemployment among special needs adults and scaling a nonprofit with an entrepreneurial mindset. Listen to the entire episode here.
Also taking an AVA Platinum Award in the Podcast Single Episode-Informational category was an “Only The Strong Survive” episode featuring Brian Gilman. A retired Marine Colonel and chief of staff of the Marine Forces Special Operations Command, Gilman now serves as the CEO of Warriors & Quiet Waters. The nonprofit helps U.S. veterans heal through experiences in nature and outdoor recreation. Gilman shares with Kahn a thoughtful look at leadership, revealing how empowerment, sacrifice, courage and humility help shape it. Listen to the entire episode here.
Those episodes, along with almost 60 others, are available at www.otsspodcast.com.