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Keeping The Dream Alive

Torch Technologies
Torch Technologies
ESOP
Employee Ownership
Starfish Holdings
Employee Stock Ownership Plan
Huntsville, United States
Breakthrough T1D
Huntsville
Type 1 Diabetes
Artificial Intelligence
Valuation
Diversification
Share Price
Allocation
Distribution
Alabama A&M University
Freedom Real Estate & Capital
Air Force
Enterprise Program Management
Employee Morale & Welfare Committee

Welcome to The Keeping the Dream Alive Podcast brought to you by Torch Technologies. In this podcast, you will learn all about all things Torch from its history to its culture, employee ownership, commitment to the warfighter, our community involvement, and so much more.

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In this episode of Keeping the Dream Alive, Chris Finley and Stephan Stidfole return to the podcast to share the story behind the You're Not Alone (YANA) campaign and why its mission has become so important to the North Alabama community.

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In this episode of Keeping the Dream Alive, we sit down with Elizabeth Phoumavong of Torch Technologies to explore the work of the Employee Morale and Welfare Committee (EMWC). Elizabeth shares how the EMWC helps sustain Torch’s family-focused cultur... more

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In this episode of Keeping the Dream Alive, we sit down with Andrea Beasinger of Torch Technologies to explore the role of the Employee-Ownership Culture Committee (EOCC). Andrea explains how the committee energizes, empowers, and educates employee-o... more

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In this episode of Keeping the Dream Alive, we sit down with Amanda Clark of Torch Technologies to break down what Enterprise Program Management (EPM) is and why it plays such a crucial role within the company. Amanda explains how EPM oversees major ... more

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In this episode of Keeping the Dream Alive, we sit down with Joe Pierce of Starfish Holdings to break down what artificial intelligence really is and why it has become such a major part of everyday life. Joe explains the differences between AI, machi... more

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In this episode, Sam shares his journey from starting his career at Eglin Air Force Base  to joining Torch in 2016, where he helped launch and grow Torch’s first Armament contract.  We also dive into the future of the Air Force Weapons Group and the ... more

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In this episode, we’re joined by Jennifer Bentley, Alabama Chapter Director for Breakthrough T1D, and Lee Holland, President of Freedom Real Estate & Capital, to spotlight the upcoming Huntsville Breakthrough T1D Walk.

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On this episode of Keeping the Dream Alive, we’re joined by Tyce Hudson of Freedom Real Estate & Capital. With more than two decades of experience at Turner Construction and nearly four years at Freedom, Tyce shares his career journey and why he wish... more

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Elizabeth Phoumavong
Employee at Torch Technologies discussing EMWC
Torch Technologies
Episode: Episode 55: Employee Morale & Welfare Committee with Elizabeth Phoumavong
Andrea Beasinger
Representative, Torch Technologies
Torch Technologies
Episode: Episode 54: Employee Ownership Culture Committee with Andrea Beasinger
Amanda Clark
Executive at Torch Technologies
Torch Technologies
Episode: Episode 53: Enterprise Program Management with Amanda Clark
Joe Pierce
CEO or representative of Starfish Holdings (guest on episode)
Starfish Holdings
Episode: Episode 52: Artificial Intelligence with Joe Pierce
Sam Burkett
Representative of Torch Technologies
Torch Technologies
Episode: Episode 51: Air Force Weapons Group with Sam Burkett
Jennifer Bentley
Alabama Chapter Director for Breakthrough T1D
Breakthrough T1D
Episode: Episode 50: Breakthrough T1D Walk with Jennifer Bentley & Lee Holland
Lee Holland
President of Freedom Real Estate & Capital
Freedom Real Estate & Capital
Episode: Episode 50: Breakthrough T1D Walk with Jennifer Bentley & Lee Holland
Tyce Hudson
CEO of Freedom Real Estate
Freedom Real Estate
Episode: Episode 49: Freedom Advisory Services with Tyce Hudson
Cindy Walz
CFO of Torch Technologies and Starfish Holdings
Torch Technologies / Starfish Holdings
Episode: Episode 47: Vesting & Diversification with Cindy Walz

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Episode 55: Employee Morale & Welfare Committee with Elizabeth Phoumavong
Q: What about field offices—how do they participate?
Field offices are engaged through EMWC points of contact, with tailored events that fit local needs and geography, such as breakfasts, lunches, and local outings, while sharing best practices and ensuring participation in the broader Torch culture.
Episode 55: Employee Morale & Welfare Committee with Elizabeth Phoumavong
Q: How are events planned at the major level, like the Christmas party?
Major events are led by assigned business units that form committees, with the speaker providing oversight and budget while the teams handle themes, decorations, and logistics, ensuring venues, parking, and vendors are suitable for Torch's size.
Episode 55: Employee Morale & Welfare Committee with Elizabeth Phoumavong
Q: How has the EMWC grown and evolved over time?
The EMWC has scaled from a smaller, more intimate set of events to large, company-wide gatherings with hundreds of attendees. This growth necessitates more formal committees, budgeting, and distribution of planning across business units to manage logistics and engage a broad network of volunteers.
Episode 55: Employee Morale & Welfare Committee with Elizabeth Phoumavong
Q: To begin, what is the EMWC?
EMWC stands for Employee Morale & Welfare Committee, a structured group that organizes family-oriented events and volunteer-driven activities, all aimed at enriching Torch culture and supporting employee owners.
Episode 48: Allocation & Distribution with Cindy Walz
Q: Talk a little bit about what is an annual allocation and how does this determine the contribution into the ESOP account?
The company, in conjunction with the board, decides the annual contribution percentage based on eligible compensation; for example, a 9% contribution takes each employee's eligible compensation times 9% to determine the ESOP contribution.

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What is Keeping The Dream Alive about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The episodes emphasize Torch Technologies' internal culture, employee ownership, and community impact, with frequent guests who are either Torch leaders or external partners tied to business growth, defense technology, and workforce strategy. Key topics include ESOP mechanics and value-building for employees, organizational governance and leadership development, cross-functional collaboration to win and deliver large programs, and practical applications of emerging technologies like AI within defense and industry. Notable is the connection between Torch's culture—family-friendly events, employee-owned structure, warfighter support—and its wider ecosystem involving partners, sponsors, and industry leaders. This mix makes the show useful for ... more

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