Special Chronicles Show Podcast

On this episode of the Special Chronicles Podcast Series: “A Recap of Turin 2025,” Daniel Smrokowski sits down with Carly Pietrzak, Chief of Staff at Bridge Business Resource Group, and John Kloosterman, Vice President of Bridge BRG at United Airlines. Together, they reflect on their powerful experience at the Special Olympics World Winter Games Turin 2025 and the impact of United Airlines’ ongoing partnership with Special Olympics. From walking alongside athletes during the Opening Ceremony to supporting the Global Youth Leadership Summit, Carly and John share how these moments reflect United’s deeper commitment to inclusion and global unity. They also offer insight into how Bridge BRG fosters a culture of belonging within the company and supports meaningful volunteer engagement. Listen in as we discuss: United’s journey with Special Olympics since 2017 The role of Bridge BRG in advancing inclusion and accessibility Employee-led initiatives like Plane Pulls and volunteerism on the Deed platform Fir