That Sounds Terrific Productions, LLC
Nick Koziol - CEO
Host - That Sounds Terrific
Co-Host That Sounds Terrifying
Nick Koziol is a seasoned professional with a rich and varied background spanning higher education, alumni engagement, event planning, marketing, communications, hospitality, coaching, and consulting. Currently serving as the Business Engagement and Communications Manager at both the Center of Excellence in Data Science and the Goergen Institute for Data Science at the University of Rochester, Nick brings over a decade of expertise to his role.
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His latest venture is the podcast “That Sounds Terrifying,” a collaboration with co-host Jess DeCotis. Together, they delve into the paranormal, sharing personal experiences, interviewing guests, and recounting fan-submitted tales and spooky stories of the unknown.
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Nick is also the Founder and CEO of That Sounds Terrific Productions, LLC, established in 2021. Originally launched as Koziol Coaching and Consulting in 2013, this venture allows him to serve as a personal coach specializing in personal branding, leadership development, career transitions, and executive coaching. He also offers consulting services to businesses, helping enhance leadership skills in the workplace. Nick’s expertise extends to social media branding, marketing strategy, and website development, all designed to optimize client performance and drive business success.
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Nick's podcasting journey began with “That Sounds Terrific” in 2022, where he highlights the contributions of leaders making a positive impact in their communities. The platform showcases individuals who are fostering more supportive, inclusive, and thriving environments.
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In addition to his professional endeavors, Nick is an active volunteer with organizations like Dawgs for a Cauze, the Alzheimer's Association, WNY Raptor and Wildlife Care, Inc., and the Hamburg Fine Arts Foundation.
Nick has also held several leadership roles, including serving on the Alumni Association Board of Directors at SUNY Fredonia, where he supported alumni programs and networking events. His previous positions include Manager for the Walk to End Alzheimer's (Alzheimer's Association®), Alumni and Development Officer at the Rochester Institute of Technology, Director of Alumni Engagement at Medaille College (now University), and Adjunct Professor at Medaille College and SUNY Cortland. He has also held leadership roles in Residence Life and other areas of higher education administration.
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Jess DeCotis
Co-Host of That Sounds Terrifying
Jess is a self-described spooky person. She loves paranormal stories, reading Tarot, and sometimes can speak to dead people. She listens to each story with a healthy dose of skepticism, but enjoys giving the benefit of the doubt since she herself has tales she wouldn’t believe if they didn’t happen to her. Fall is her favorite time of year, but she loves ‘terrifying’ tales year round.
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Meadow Viscuso
Digital Marketing Intern
Morgan is a senior at SUNY Fredonia, pursuing a double major in Music Industry and Economics. Currently, she is excited to be having a hands-on experience through a digital marketing internship with That Sounds Terrific Productions, LLC where she can hone in on skills in a dynamic and growing field. Alongside her academic goals, Meadow is an independent artist, blending my passions for music and business. With a unique combination of creative and analytical experience. She is passionate about making an impact in both the music industry and digital marketing.
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Morgan L. Brown
Digital Marketing Intern
Morgan is a Junior Business Administration: Marketing Major at SUNY Fredonia and hails from the Syracuse area. Aside from academics, she competes on the Fredonia Women's Rugby team, and works as a Night Desk Attendant and Social Chair for her residence hall. Morgan has 5 siblings, 2 dogs, and hopes to get a cat later this year! She is excited that in this November to be traveling up to Toronto, Canada to see one of the last shows of The Eras Tour with Taylor Swift!
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