SMECO Connects
SMECO Connects
Podcast Description
Welcome to SMECO Connects! I’m your host, Sonja Cox, CEO of Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative. This podcast is more than just a conversation about utilities—it’s a space for community connection. My goal is to keep you informed about important topics that impact our region, from energy updates to local initiatives that shape our daily lives.
Each week, I’ll bring you the latest community news, practical tips, and insightful conversations with local thought leaders. Together, we’ll explore ways to enhance our shared experiences in Southern Maryland. Join me as we spark discussions, share knowledge, and strengthen the bonds that make our community thrive!
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast covers various themes including community engagement, energy updates, and local initiatives, with episodes such as Grid Safety and Security focusing on the importance of protecting the power grid and Behind the Scenes of SMECO which delves into the cooperative model and community impact. Specific attention is given to practical tips and insights that can benefit the Southern Maryland community.
Welcome to SMECO Connects! I’m your host, Sonja Cox, CEO of Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative. This podcast is more than just a conversation about utilities—it’s a space for community connection. My goal is to keep you informed about important topics that impact our region, from energy updates to local initiatives that shape our daily lives.
Each week, I’ll bring you the latest community news, practical tips, and insightful conversations with local thought leaders. Together, we’ll explore ways to enhance our shared experiences in Southern Maryland. Join me as we spark discussions, share knowledge, and strengthen the bonds that make our community thrive!
What does it really mean to be a community hospital—not just a hospital in the community? 💙
In this episode, SMECO Connects host Tom Dennison sits down with Albert Zanger, Chief Administrative Officer of the University of Maryland Charles Regional Medical Center, to talk about leadership, culture, and the future of local health care in Southern Maryland. Albert shares how his team built a “zero-harm” culture, expanded emergency services, and continues to bring world-class care closer to home.
Key themes:
- Building a connected, compassionate workplace culture
- Expanding emergency and specialty care in Southern Maryland
- Lessons in leadership, teamwork, and community collaboration
It’s a powerful conversation about service, growth, and what it means to truly care for the community you live in.
🎙 Host: Tom Dennison 👤 Guest: Albert Zanger – Chief Administrative Officer, UM Charles Regional Medical Center
🔗 Connect with SMECO: Instagram: @somdelectric X (Twitter): @somdelectric
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