Episodes

  • "Beyond the Diagnosis: Transforming Patient Care with Dan Bonner"

    "Beyond the Diagnosis: Transforming Patient Care with Dan Bonner"
    Nov 11 2024
    "Beyond the Diagnosis: Transforming Patient Care with Dan Bonner"

    In this episode of the Leading With Purpose Podcast, we sit down with Dan Bonner, a passionate healthcare advocate driven by his personal experience to revolutionize the patient journey. After undergoing a life-altering liver transplant at just 32, Dan witnessed firsthand the emotional and mental toll of navigating the healthcare system.

    This experience highlighted critical gaps in patient support, especially in areas of education and mental health. Dan now dedicates his life to reshaping healthcare practices to ensure providers address the whole patient—body, mind, and spirit.

    Join us as Dan shares his vision for a more compassionate healthcare system and practical ways providers can enhance the patient experience beyond the physical diagnosis.
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    53 mins
  • "Fueling Innovation: How Angel Investor Marcia Dawood is Bridging the Gap for Early-Stage Companies"

    "Fueling Innovation: How Angel Investor Marcia Dawood is Bridging the Gap for Early-Stage Companies"
    Nov 4 2024
    "Fueling Innovation: How Angel Investor Marcia Dawood is Bridging the Gap for Early-Stage Companies"

    In this power-packed episode of Leading With Purpose, hosts Dawn M. Bornheimer, Janelle E. Taylor, Maisha B. Hoye, and Dr. Sharon H. Porter sit down with Marcia Dawood, a trailblazing early-stage investor with an incredible track record. As a venture partner at Mindshift Capital, the Chair Emeritus of the Angel Capital Association, and a member of the SEC's Small Business Capital Formation Advisory Committee.

    Marcia shares her mission to support diverse, women-led companies and help them tackle the world’s biggest challenges.A TEDx speaker and host of The Angel Next Door podcast, Marcia reveals her journey as an investor in over 50 early-stage companies and what drives her passion for turning innovative ideas into thriving, profitable businesses. She also discusses her role as an associate producer of the award-winning documentary Show Her the Money and book Do Good while Doing Well.

    Tune in to discover how Marcia is helping shape the future of entrepreneurship by expanding access to capital for diverse founders and building a stronger ecosystem for the next generation of changemakers.

    This is an episode you won’t want to miss!
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    37 mins
  • "Building Bridges in Education: Leadership, Literacy, and Lifelong Learning with Dr. Rachel Edoho-Eket"

    "Building Bridges in Education: Leadership, Literacy, and Lifelong Learning with Dr. Rachel Edoho-Eket"
    Oct 28 2024
    "Building Bridges in Education: Leadership, Literacy, and Lifelong Learning with Dr. Rachel Edoho-Eket"

    In this empowering episode of the Leading With Purpose Podcast, Dr. Rachel Edoho-Eket—principal, author, speaker, President-Elect of MAESP, and ASCD Faculty member—joins us to discuss her journey in educational leadership and the essential skills needed to shape the next generation. Dr. Edoho-Eket shares her insights on fostering a collaborative culture in schools, the role of literacy in student success, and her vision for the future of education.

    From advocating for equity to building systems that support diverse learners, Dr. Edoho-Eket’s strategies for bridging gaps in education are a must-hear for aspiring leaders, educators, and anyone passionate about transformative learning.
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    42 mins
  • "Revolutionizing Learning: AI-Driven Training Strategies with Dr. Bill Brantley"

    "Revolutionizing Learning: AI-Driven Training Strategies with Dr. Bill Brantley"
    Oct 21 2024
    "Revolutionizing Learning: AI-Driven Training Strategies with Dr. Bill Brantley"

    In this episode of the Leading With Purpose Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Bill Brantley, a senior consultant specializing in AI integration for training and development. With over 20 years of experience and expertise in Learning Engineering and Instructional Design, Dr. Brantley shares his innovative approach to transforming how organizations design and implement training programs.

    Discover how he leverages cutting-edge AI technologies to align talent development with organizational goals and create impactful, engaging learning experiences. From micro-learning to comprehensive 16-week courses, Dr. Brantley reveals strategies to turn training into a strategic resource that fosters both organizational and employee growth.

    Tune in for a fascinating discussion on the future of training in the age of AI. Explore Dr. Brantley’s portfolio of work at BAS2A.com.
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    40 mins
  • Empowering Diversity and Innovation: A Conversation with Terry Beltran

    Empowering Diversity and Innovation: A Conversation with Terry Beltran
    Oct 14 2024
    Empowering Diversity and Innovation: A Conversation with Terry Beltran


    In this episode of the Leading With Purpose Podcast, we sit down with Terry Beltran, a distinguished CEO and media professional with a remarkable career spanning strategic brand development, multicultural marketing, and social entrepreneurship. Terry shares her transformative journey at General Motors (GM), where she led innovative campaigns that reshaped multicultural marketing and co-branding strategies.

    Learn how she spearheaded the development of telematics services like OnStar for Spanish and French-speaking consumers, expanded GM’s global sales reach, and brought diversity to the forefront.Beyond corporate success, Terry's entrepreneurial ventures with Vista Latinos and Beltran Media showcase her dedication to empowering Latino representation and minority-owned businesses. We dive into her work in broadcasting and her passion for inspiring Latina high school students and STEM professionals through her groundbreaking platform, Ask The Latina. T

    Terry’s story is one of versatility, leadership, and commitment to social good, underscored by her many accolades, including the prestigious Corp! Diversity Leader Award.

    Tune in for an inspiring conversation about breaking barriers, fostering inclusion, and making a lasting impact across industries.
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    38 mins
  • Reclaim Your Mojo: Fast-Track Your Leadership and Transformation with Luann Horobin

    Reclaim Your Mojo: Fast-Track Your Leadership and Transformation with Luann Horobin
    Oct 7 2024
    Reclaim Your Mojo: Fast-Track Your Leadership and Transformation with Luann Horobin

    In this episode of Leading With Purpose, we’re joined by Luann Horobin, a transformational coach with over 20 years of experience working with high-performing executives, leaders, engineers, and entrepreneurs.

    Luann shares her insights on the turning point many successful professionals face when they start asking, “Is this all there is, and what’s next?” With a unique talent for uncovering blind spots and shifting mindsets, Luann helps leaders enhance their presence and live their best lives by focusing on vertical development—changing how we think rather than just adding more knowledge.

    Tune in to discover how you can fast-track your leadership, relationships, and results, and transform your life in ways you never thought possible!
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    49 mins
  • "Leading Through Sports: Empowering Leaders On and Off the Field with Monique A. J. Smith"

    "Leading Through Sports: Empowering Leaders On and Off the Field with Monique A. J. Smith"
    Sep 30 2024
    "Leading Through Sports: Empowering Leaders On and Off the Field with Monique A. J. Smith"


    In this inspiring episode of Leading With Purpose, we welcome Monique A. J. Smith, a seasoned Sports Management Professional, Leadership Strategist, Author, and Radio Host. With over 30 years of experience as an Athletics Administrator, Monique has made a significant impact in sports leadership and mentoring.

    She shares insights from her journey, discusses her work as the founder of SEEDS of Empowerment LLC, and reveals strategies for cultivating leadership in sports and beyond.

    Tune in to discover how Monique empowers the next generation of leaders both on and off the field.
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    42 mins
  • Building Communities, Empowering People, and Redefining Business Ownership- Gina Schaefer

    Building Communities, Empowering People, and Redefining Business Ownership- Gina Schaefer
    Sep 23 2024
    In this inspiring episode of the Leading With Purpose podcast, hosts, Dawn Marie Bornheimer, Maisha B. Hoye, and Dr. Sharon H. Porter, speak with Gina Schaefer, Founder and Co-Owner of 13 hardware stores across Washington, D.C., Baltimore, and their suburbs. Gina’s journey from opening a single store in a struggling neighborhood to advocating for the recovery community and pioneering business ownership for her employees is nothing short of transformative.

    Gina shares her experiences as a leader in a male-dominated industry, the value of a strong corporate culture, and her innovative approach to business succession planning. She discusses the lessons she’s learned from non-traditional teachers like those in the recovery community and returning citizens, which she chronicles in her book Recovery Hardware. Tune in to hear how Gina is using her voice to support small business development, wage advocacy, and anti-monopoly legislation, while empowering her team and building businesses that make a difference in urban communities.

    Gina’s story will inspire anyone who believes in creating change, both in business and in life, through compassion, resilience, and leadership.
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    34 mins