In this episode, Diane Acevedo, Senior Vice President of Operations & CX at Gabb Wireless, shares the lessons she learned from her “incredible” mother about overcoming hardships and exemplifying “Being the Change” for good. Her example instilled in Diane the work ethic and determination that have led to corporate success and building a close knit family and what drives her in her current role of bringing safe technology to kids. So many fantastic take-aways! Thanks for your time Diane!!...
May 10, 2022•49 min
Brad Luttrell is the CEO and co-Founder of GoWild, a free social community that helps outdoor enthusiasts connect and share thoughts on different topics and products as well as to improve their outdoor skills. GoWild was created after a number of lessons learned from failed endeavors and has created a culture where his employees are “Unhirable”. He is as genuine as they come and a proponent of “Become Whatever You Want to Become”.
May 03, 2022•1 hr 11 min
At 15, Zaynah Fry had her first child. At 12 years old, Rob Fry was a drug dealer in the projects of Indianapolis. Today, Zaynah is the Director of Ancillary Services in a Tucson hospital and Rob has run a basketball camp for youth over the last 15 years that has led pupils to play in college, the NBA, and more! Learn about their amazing story of overcoming adversities and the decisions they made that altered their lives and has allowed them to make a difference and improve lives of so many alon...
Apr 21, 2022•51 min
In this episode, David Mendoca, the founder and creator of the podcast, “The Show Up Dad” shares what he learned about being “present” as a father. With a job that took him away from home, he realized his relationships with his wife and kids strained. He shares the experience that shifted his focus from being “distant” to one of being “engaged” with is wife and kids and the positive change it has brought. He also discusses how tension is needed in building bridges in our relationships within our...
Apr 14, 2022•44 min
Alex Thomas is the Founder of #PlantASeedForSafety. Inspired by her father, a farmer in Australia who was permanently disabled as a result of life on the land, she has become a proponent for the health and safety of those in rural communities. As a result, she’s worked with rural women committed to the health and safety of their loved ones and the sustainability of rural communities and coining the phrase: “save a life, by listening to your wife”. She is charismatic, caring, and committed! Thank...
Apr 06, 2022•36 min
Episode 56: Scott Miller - The Power of Being Vulnerable Scott Miller is a best selling author and the senior advisor on thought leadership at FranklinCovey. He is the host of the podcast, “On Leadership” and interviewed hundreds of influential guests including Matthew McConaughey, Deepak Chopra, Arianna Huffington, Guy Kawasaki, Adam Grant, and more. In this interview, Scott shares the importance of accepting our vulnerabilities and how doing so helps us become better leaders and individuals in...
Mar 30, 2022•49 min
Theresa Carpenter is a Navy commander and public affairs officer and host of the Stories of Service (S.O.S) podcast. Her enthusiasm and desire to help others shines through as she shares her story of overcoming social anxiety, alcohol, and being bullied. She emphasized the importance surrounding yourself with a tribe of supportive people and why pursuing trolls is a waste of time. We thank Theresa for spending time with us and hope you learn as much from her as we did!
Mar 22, 2022•38 min
AiLun Ku is the President and CEO of The Opportunity Network, a national nonprofit organization that works directly with students, educators, and institutions "to reimagine how we learn and work together to help young people of color from historically excluded and underrepresented backgrounds thrive in their self-determined futures." She shares the challenges and the rich successes they have had and the difference it has made in the lives of the students, communities, and organizations that have...
Mar 09, 2022•42 min
In this episode, Kim Sweers, Managing Partner and Owner of FB Marine Group as well as the founder of the Boat Boss podcast shares her story of overcoming cancer; founding multiple companies; the importance of taking care of her employees and their families; taking charge of life and much more. Her energy, wisdom, and willingness was an inspiration to us and the many lives she has touched. Enjoy the show!
Mar 03, 2022•50 min
Eric Adams is the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) at MX.com . Prior to MX, he was instrumental in implementing Federal Cloud Security (FedRamp) for IBM and HP. In this episode, Eric shares his history and what he feels companies and individuals should consider about information security in the present day. It is a timely topic in light of current events.
Feb 24, 2022•33 min
Tom Bateman is a 12 year who loves Lamborghinis, so much so, that he started his own YouTube channel - BT Cars. In this interview he discusses how his favorite cars have led to meeting an array of people as well as some fun rides. We had a great time learning from him! Thanks to Tom and his father, Bobby for the time! #BTCars, #TomBateman, #Lamborghini, #Ferrari
Feb 16, 2022•26 min
Christy Desai is the co-founder and CEO of Okay Humans, which was started to ”normalize seeking support, to rethink the outdated therapy model, and to open up the conversation about getting to okay.” Thanks to Christy’s personal experience in therapy and through her work as a licensed marriage and family therapist, she knows just how transformative therapy can be and yet how cumbersome the process of getting started is. Passionate about helping others find a better way to therapy, Christy set ou...
Feb 09, 2022•51 min
In this episode, Tammy Barlette shares the experiences after a 20 year career as a pilot in the Air Force and her work as a highly sought speaker. She has over 3000 flying hours and 1500 combat support time in both Iraq and Afghanistan. After retiring as a Lieutenant Colonel, she started Athena’s Voice a female veteran owned small business providing inspirational speaking, keynotes, panel participation and consulting. She is a trailblazer that continues to influence the lives of thousands in the...
Feb 01, 2022•53 min
After experiencing the birth of her first child, Hannah Hardy-Jones, CEO of the Kite Program, began to experience mania. Weeks afterwards, she was diagnosed with postpartum bipolar disorder. From a dark place, she began to research what she could do. Along the way, she also shared the learning with others. She found that one of the problems with getting help for mental health was the stigma surrounding it. As a way to help others, she kites, which are “microlearning apps that can be tailored and...
Jan 19, 2022•45 min
Melanie Curtis was a successful investment banker, then left it all to pursue a career as a professional skydiver. Since that time, she has made over 11,000 jumps, wrote the book “How To Fly”, and coached and mentored leaders and individuals across the world. In this episode, she talks her journey and the lessons she learned along the way as well as the power that comes from caring to listening to your voice and being courageous in your self-expression. Her energy, genuineness, empathy and desir...
Jan 12, 2022•54 min
Gabrielle Kurlander is the Chief Executive Officer at the All Stars Project , an organization that works with youth from poor and underserved communities in partnership with caring adults, using the developmental power of performance and bridge-building to fulfill its purpose of “Transforming Lives and Building Community.'' Gabrielle shares how participants and contributors go beyond their environments, helping them to grow and “try on different versions of themselves,” leading to a worldview th...
Jan 04, 2022•56 min
Robyn Grable is the CEO and Founder of Veterans Ascend and Ability Ascend. Having spent a decade in the Navy chasing enemy submarines and then as a Naval Yeoman (HR professional in the military), she was perplexed to see veterans unable to acquire a job after their military career. In this episode, she speaks of how her organization and their “proprietary algorithm connects veterans as well as those with disabilities to employers based on skills , and aptitudes rather than antiquated resumes”, a...
Dec 28, 2021•47 min
Barbie the Welder, an internationally acclaimed metal sculptor shares her story of being inspired to become a metal artist despite having never welded in her life and how it became an impetus for overcoming depression, an abusive relationship and a host of other trials in her life. Barbie also shares why it’s important to stay humble as well as to be a lifelong learner and the danger of “perfection” vs continuously progressing. Barbie is Unapologetically Authentic and an inspiration to thousands...
Dec 14, 2021•48 min
Stu Goffman, the creator and executive producer of ADDICTION UNPLUGGED, an award winning A&E series, joins us and shares what he has learned from speaking with hundreds of people across America about addiction. He discovered addiction is not so much a choice as it is an escape mechanism (most addicts had severe trauma and not equipped to handle the emotions). ADDICTION UNPLUGGED tells the stories of recovery , second chances, and people helping people are both humbling and enlightening....
Dec 08, 2021•59 min
Keith A. Thornton Jr. is a 911 emergency dispatcher on duty at the time police officer Ella French was murdered. Since that time, his actions have been highlighted by millions of people throughout the country as well as media outlets nationally and internationally. In this episode, Keith explains what happened the night of the tragedy; the repercussions that ensued; and most importantly, the healing that came as a result of connecting people to help others, a quality Ella French exuded and a leg...
Dec 01, 2021•54 min
Nicole Holgreen is the Program Director at Bridle Up Hope, a foundation founded by Sean and Rebecca Covey that is dedicated to helping the lives of young women find hope through equestrian training. In this episode, Nicole discusses the impact the program had on her. This included leaving a job she was well respected at to take part in a mission to inspire hope, confidence, and resilience in young women. She and her team have helped hundreds of young women to face and conquer their personal stru...
Nov 23, 2021•54 min
At eight years old, Eric Rogers started to take drugs. It became 14 year addiction that led him to becoming homeless and hungry. Along the way, he met many people, both good and bad that helped him realize he wanted to become better. Wanting to right the wrongs he made, he has helped hundreds of people overcome their mental and physical maladies. Hear his story of going from “wanting to be accepted” to “accepting himself” as a catalyst for helping others.
Nov 17, 2021•52 min
Soniya Gokhale is the founder of “A Desi Woman”, a podcast where she interviews thought leaders from across the world. In this episode, we discuss what she has learned from her upbringing as a child of immigrant parents, working in a Fortune 100 company, and the power of curiosity and its power in understanding others and bridging differences.
Nov 10, 2021•51 min
Nathan Ogden has overcome many odds. At a young age, he became paralyzed. A year later another mishap led to further paralysis. Nathan shares how his wife, family, others, and is own learning over time helped him overcome debilitating mindsets and focus on what he could progress and what he could do to make a difference. As a result, he is now a sought after speaker and positively impacts lives by bringing wheelchairs and resources to those who need them across the world. Though he doesn’t seek ...
Nov 04, 2021•59 min
As Attorney General for the State of Utah, Sean Reyes tackles some of the toughest issues facing his state and the nation. Though this requires being tough and staying the course, we learn more about Sean and how his upbringing influences how he leads. In this interview, Sean shares what he learned from overcoming bullying from an unlikely here (Billy Zabka…a.k.a: Johnny Lawrence from the Karate Kid and Cobra Kai) as well as the power of family and honoring their legacy; the importance of mental...
Oct 27, 2021•1 hr 33 min
Elizabeth Nieto is the Global Head of Equity and Impact at Spotify. Prior to this role, she was the leader of Amazon's Global Diversity, Equity and Inclusion team as well as the Global Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer and Talent Management at MetLife. Throughout her career, Elizabeth has brought together diverse groups of people to create “atmospheres of understanding”. This understanding is the foundation of corporate culture and the bridge between commonalities and differences, which br...
Oct 20, 2021•42 min
Emily Soloby is a former attorney who represented disadvantaged women and children and is the founder of Juno Jones, which produces “fashion safety footwear” for women. In this episode, Emily shares her journey from an attorney helping disadvantaged women and youth to becoming an entrepreneur. Her energy and commitment to making a difference in the lives of women in the workforce and other good causes is inspiring! Enjoy the show!
Oct 13, 2021•37 min
Amy Forsythe is an “award-winning multimedia journalist and military combat veteran” who served three tours in Afghanistan and two tours in Iraq. During that time, she saw the ravages of war, and personal tragedies. At the same time, she saw the power of the human spirit and the deep rooted connections people can make as well as the positive influence that comes when individuals put aside differences and seek to help others. Amy’s is a powerful story of moving forward, despite the odds one might...
Oct 07, 2021•43 min
Thomas J. Vosper was working at a company in London when he was laid off by text message at the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic. Not being one to bemoan his fate, he co-founded an e-commerce business, aisle 3 which focuses on “building the Universal view of Shopping that cares about the Shopper before the buy button”. He is also a TEDx speaker and musician who loves spending time with his wife and family. In this episode, he shares his insights on becoming a first time found at 40, balancing ...
Oct 05, 2021•46 min
Jen Welter is the first female coach in the NFL. She is also an author, motivational speaker, entrepreneur, and overall incredible person! Having come from a football family, she has loved the game since she was a little girl. This love led to her to play on professionally, first in an all-women’s league and then becoming the first woman to play on an, up to then, all male football team. Her grit and determination led to winning the respect of her teammates and coach, ultimately leading to a coa...
Sep 22, 2021•1 hr 6 min
