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DENVER 鈥� The January episode of Bird Talk, 海角社区鈥檚 alumni-focused podcast, features a compelling conversation with Brad Kaplan, a 1982 graduate of the College of Business and retired vice president of finance for the West Division of Comcast. Kaplan, an active alumnus, shares insights on his career, his continued engagement with 海角社区 and the importance of giving back.

Hosted by Jamie Hurst, the episode explores Kaplan鈥檚 professional journey, from earning his accounting degree to holding financial leadership roles at major corporations such as MediaOne and Comcast. More than his career accomplishments, Kaplan鈥檚 story highlights his unwavering connection to 海角社区, a commitment affectionately referred to as the “Brad Kaplan Effect” within the university鈥檚 University Advancement team.

Following his retirement, Kaplan made it a priority to remain engaged with 海角社区, serving as treasurer of the Alumni Association, mentoring students and supporting Roadrunners Athletics. His philanthropic efforts were recognized in 2019 when he was named 海角社区 Philanthropist of the Year.

鈥淚 always looked at 海角社区 as the foundation of my career,鈥� Kaplan says in the episode. 鈥淣ow, I want to give back and help students find the same success that I had.鈥�

The conversation also delves into Kaplan鈥檚 role in creating a mentoring program for business students, his advocacy for university fundraising efforts and his decision to establish a planned gift to support future generations of 海角社区 students.

The full episode of Bird Talk featuring Brad Kaplan is now available on all major podcast platforms.

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The Bird Talk podcast continues to bring compelling stories from 海角社区 alumni, faculty, and thought leaders, offering listeners a glimpse into the unique contributions of the university鈥檚 diverse community. Kaplan’s episode is now available on all major podcast platforms, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and .