Episode 40: Empathy Meets Efficiency with April Thomas

Dan Swartwout is the host of Quality Time with MoreSteam. A lifelong Central Ohio resident, Dan is a double Buckeye. He earned both a BA and a law degree from The Ohio State University. Before joining MoreSteam, Dan had a long career as a host, comedian, and master of ceremonies. For 17 years, Dan was the studio audience host for the Ohio Lottery game show Cash Explosion. Dan was also the host of CBuzz, which was a collaboration between the Columbus Chamber of Commerce, WWCD 92.9, and the Columbus Dispatch. On CBuzz, Dan interviewed some of the most prominent entrepreneurs in Central Ohio. From 2002-2020, Dan toured the country as a standup comedian. Tracks from his comedy CD have been played over 5,000 times on Sirius/XM satellite radio. Now, Dan brings his experience and enthusiasm to Quality Time with MoreSteam -- it's business and fun, together.

April Thomas is a people-focused leader and Lean Six Sigma expert dedicated to creating high-performing, engaged workplaces. With over two decades of experience, she specializes in strategic planning, process improvement, and workforce development. Passionate about fostering psychological safety and continuous improvement, April integrates empathy and data-driven strategies to drive sustainable change.

She holds advanced degrees in Social Work, Management & Organizational Behavior, and Strategic Management. April is a Certified Six Sigma Black Belt, Mental Health First Aid Instructor, and Grief Educator. She champions workplace wellness and serves in leadership roles with ASQ, Kaytlyn Madison Thomas Memorial Foundation, Peninsula ASAP, and Colonial Behavioral Health.