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From There to HereAndy Wiggins: A Positive Professional PerformerAndy Wiggins is a multi-franchise business owner. In this episode, he talks about nothing being beneath you, leveraging opportunities, understanding the whole business, growing confidence, doing all the other stuff, helping people achieve their goals, and the promise of changing lives.After 20 years honing his Sales, Marketing, and Customer Service skills in the corporate world, Andy Wiggins decided it was time for a change. He became an entrepreneur and purchased a CertaPro painting franchise. Andy has worked to build a business that would value its customers, colleagues, and community as much as it valued the bottom line. Hi...
2025-12-101h 09From There to HereWilliam Milliken: Poop Scoop MillionaireWilliam Milliken is a home service serial entrepreneur. In this episode, he talks about going with the flow, partnership selection, aligning incentives, being able to step back, taking action, and we talk about some specifics of dog waste management.William Milliken is the Founder of Swoop Scoop, a multi-million-dollar dog waste removal company that has transformed a simple chore into a booming business serving thousands across multiple states. With a sharp digital marketing background, he’s built several 7-figure home service companies, becoming a go-to expert in creating profitable, recession-proof businesses. As the founder of the...
2025-12-0345 minFrom There to HereDan Curran: The Story CatcherDan Curran is a serial entrepreneur and is reinventing publishing. In this episode, he talks about youthful exposure to diversity and disparity, the acclimation in your 20’s, navigating chaos, the value of advisory support, a positive spin on acquisitions, being in the fetal position, and technology’s capacity in capturing stories. Dan Curran is the Co-Founder of Chapters.io and a serial entrepreneur with a deep passion for the intersection of AI and editorial integrity. He is a staunch advocate for disrupting and re-imagining the publishing industry to democratize access, enabling everyone to share their genius. Dan’s innova...
2025-11-261h 14From There to HereKari (Granger) Zeller: The Intelligence AlchemistKari (Granger) Zeller is a battle-tested leadership consultant. In this episode, she talks about raising strong women, finding the through-line, the paradox when you are in charge, the understanding of being, the reality on the field, and unlocking a system’s intelligence.Kari Zeller (formerly Granger) is an authentic leader and combat veteran known for her ability to seamlessly transition her expertise from the battlefield to the boardroom. As the Founder and CEO of TGN Consulting, she has spent over two decades guiding companies—including Fortune 100 firms, healthcare systems, and governmental organizations—through pivotal transformations. Kari is renowne...
2025-11-191h 09From There to HereAnthony Ebel: The First Step is a DoozyAnthony Ebel is the General Manager at Skydive Chicago, the premier skydiving drop-zone. In the episode, he talks about the focus from a skydive, navigating first encounters, having a calm mentor, seeing the sharp corners, pushing the limits, and following your passion while building a family.Anthony Ebel is the General Manager and Safety & Training Advisor for Skydive Chicago (SDC). SDC is a premier skydiving facility globally, putting on premium events, setting world records, and innovating in the industry. He was introduced to skydiving at a young age, and even with a college degree and exposure to tra...
2025-11-1253 minFrom There to HereAlan Franks: Paying it ForwardAlan Franks is a financial planner, author, and speaker. In this episode, he talks about childhood experiences that inspired change, the singular education from owning a business, the value of mentors, scaling forward and back, and building the guidebook for others.Alan Franks is an author, speaker, and a fee-based CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ who provides holistic financial planning services nationwide. Unlike many financial advisors who prioritize selling products, Alan takes a client-centered approach, helping individuals and families define their lifestyle goals and then reverse-engineering a tailored financial plan to achieve them. His focus on cost-effective, tax-advantaged strategies emp...
2025-11-0546 minFrom There to HereBill Sawalich: An Evolving LensBill Sawalich is a commercial photographer. In this episode, he talks about capturing the moment, the challenge of creating, hobby jobs, empathy from the lens, being present, technology evolution, the rising culture of ads, a dissolving ecosystem, and just doing what you want to.Bill Sawalich is a St. Louis-based photographer specializing in editorial and corporate portraiture. A longtime magazine writer and educator that has taught commercial photography at the University of Missouri St. Louis for 11 years. Former editor of Digital Photo and contributing editor to Outdoor Photographer and Digital Photo Pro magazines. Current writer/editor of A...
2025-09-241h 22From There to HereColman Swisher: Research and DevelopmentsColeman Swisher is a co-founder of Boldr Futures and is a Valuation Advisor. In this episode, Colman talks about lifestyle differences, questioning norms and constructs, impacts from elite coaching, just-in-time learning, the education from a small business, the pitfalls of extraction capital, and we do a deep dive with lessons learned from acquisitions and integrations.Colman Swisher, CEPA, transforms growing businesses into market-ready enterprises that command premium valuations. As Co-Founder of Boldr Futures, he combines deep operational expertise with certified exit planning to help business owners maximize enterprise value and create perpetual optionality. Colman's methodology—the Legacy Mul...
2025-09-101h 24From There to HereRyan Hogan: Solving the Next ProblemRyan Hogan is the founder of Talent Harbor and is a chronic problem solver. In this episode, he talks about understanding value creation, his path to financial acumen, risk thresholds, resilience and failure, being where you are supposed to be, and the value of systems and support.To learn more, visit:linkedin.com/in/jason-Shupp-18b4619bListen to more episodes on Mission Matters:https://missionmatters.com/author/Jason-Shupp/
2025-09-031h 11From There to HerePeter Kelly-Detwiler: The Mad ScientistPeter Kelly-Detwiler is a definitive leader in the electric energy industry (who literally wrote the book on it). In this episode, Peter talks about getting off the conveyor belt, devaluing the future, letting the trip take you, funding the opposition, serving others first, and examining your life.Peter Kelly-Detwiler has over 35 years of experience in the electric energy industry, with much of his career in competitive power markets. Currently, Mr. Kelly-Detwiler is a leading consultant, researcher, speaker and trainer in the electric industry. He provides strategic advice to clients and investors, helping them to navigate the rapid e...
2025-08-131h 06From There to HereHal Schild: OG ProducerIn this episode, Hal Schild shares a childhood lesson in perseverance, tales when working for THE Agency, fixing it “in post”, easier vs. better, having nothing to do, keeping the business simple, and looking at the bigger picture.Hal Schild is an award-winning editor, producer, animator, and director with over three decades of experience in the video and post-production industry. Throughout his career, he has led the creation of over 500 video projects, spanning 48 states and three continents. Hal’s dynamic portfolio includes collaborations with iconic figures such as RuPaul, Mariah Carey, Steven Meisel, Oliver Stone, Donald Fagen, and Mic...
2025-07-301h 04From There to HereAnthony Cudjo: The Common DenominatorIn this episode, Anthony Cudjo openly shares how childhood abuse, bullying, and fighting shaped his personality and taught him about people’s energy; he also talks about receiving messages, positive self-talk, alignment with the natural laws, mastering the present, and being an agent of choice.Anthony Cudjo is a transformational coach. With over 37 years of experience in Human Optimization, he has helped thousands of clients, including top executives, athletes, and entrepreneurs, achieve breakthroughs in their personal and professional lives.Anthony is a certified NLP Practioner, Life Coach, and Metabolic Specialist. He is a graduate of Dale...
2025-07-161h 30From There to HereBarry Gleeson: Gaining PerspectiveBarry Gleeson is a certified growth coach and business owner. In this episode, he talks about being on-purpose, how your energy is moving, re-investing in yourself, perspective from coaching, and taking time to think.Since 2004, Barry has worked with owners and leaders of privately held family businesses, helping them to focus strategically to outperform their competitors. He has a passion for engaging with leadership teams enabling them to break through status quo to deliver exceptional results. Barry is the Managing Partner of The Kelsey Group and is the Owner of The Alternative Board (TAB) Franchise in...
2025-06-251h 06From There to HereJoshua Aranda: The Next Three SecondsJoshua Aranda is a social entrepreneur. In this episode, he talks about managing tension, choosing how you show up, later date returns, comfort with uncertainty, thresholds, and redistributing the weight.As a passionate leader, lifelong learner, and social entrepreneur, Joshua Aranda is focused on making the world a better place and expanding his family with every person he meets. With his many ventures:At Unrationed, he co-founded a platform dedicated to guiding individuals to live extraordinary lives across all areas: at home, work, and play. We empower people to break free from mediocrity and pursue ex...
2025-06-111h 01From There to HereBrian Smith: Chewing on GlassBrian Smith is a business transformation consultant. In this episode, he talks about self-reliance, figuring it out, differing ethics, navigating legal matters, the four motivations, partnership selection, the drama triangle, and taking the hard path.Brian Smith has an eclectic entrepreneurial background, including investment banking, real estate investments, agency work, coaching and consulting, and founding businesses. Through these experiences, Brian’s firm Strategy Ladders is helping founders escape the grind, build scalable systems, and regain control over their time.Connect with Brian Smith:https://www.linkedin.com/in/sbriansmith/Strategy Ladders podc...
2025-05-281h 13From There to HereOnward with Brian Piper: Building Community and AIBrian Piper is an author, speaker, and consultant. In this episode, returning guest Brian talks about his recent shift into full time consulting, blending his background of content optimization, marketing, and strategy with the opportunities of AI. We dive deep into building communities and how to be audience-centric, while leveraging AI responsibly to deepen connections.Brian Piper is an author, award-winning international keynote speaker, and consultant. Brian has been optimizing digital content since 1996. He has created online training programs for dozens of companies, including Xerox, L3Harris, IBM, and Volvo, and has spoken at hundreds of conferences an...
2025-05-1446 minFrom There to HereMahaveer Jain: CEO and SpiritualityMahaveer Jain is an entrepreneur and author. In this episode, he talks about good from every place, cultural influences, showing your presence, doing your job to the fullest, and finding your spiritual anchor.Mahaveer Jain has been successful in bringing Supply Chain concepts from the big businesses to small and mid-sized companies over a period of 25 years as the CEO of SourceSelect. He has grown SourceSelect organically and evolved it from a software distribution company back in late 1990s to a full-fledged eCommerce business today. His passion to collaborate with entrepreneurs and help them succeed has allowed h...
2025-05-071h 16From There to HereEva Rose Daniel: The World Needs to Hear ItEva Rose Daniel is a professional speaking coach. In this episode, she shares about the roller-coaster of entrepreneurialism, being part of the magic, who you know, being audience-centric, having clarity in your content, knowing your unique perspective, and strategic boredom.Eva Rose Daniel is the founder of The Speak Shop, where she helps CEOs and professional speakers develop and deliver speeches that connect, captivate, and convert. With two decades of experience working alongside top authors, pastors, innovators, and rebel-rousers—producing broadcasts, podcasts, YouTube shows, and writing speeches—she’s seen firsthand that even the most seasoned communicators need a...
2025-04-301h 09From There to HereHelmi Smeulders: Your Passion FirstHelmi is a Caribbean chef, culinary revolutionary, and author. In this episode, she talks about defying the prescribed plan, meeting different people, avoiding boredom, when you are not having fun anymore, recognizing signals, and doing what you love.Helmi Smeulders left her day job to pursue her dreams. Lawyer by trade and chef by choice, she is reinventing the unique flavors of the Caribbean. She is leading a culinary revolution by breaking down and applying new techniques to centuries-old recipes. Combined with her fierce belief in fresh and locally grown produce, Helmi is evolving the Caribbean kitchen from...
2025-04-2349 minFrom There to HereAdam Wallace: Minding the GapAdam Wallace is a serial business owner, executive, and Board member. In this episode, Adam talks about the value of obstacles and opportunities, translating disconnects, balancing economic value, what the consumer is actually paying for, investing your time, and finding the story within.Adam Wallace has spent years unlocking pricing power for products and services. After more than a decade as a corporate fixer, joining Fortune 100 leadership teams to capture additional value on multibillion dollar ventures, he now serves as an interim executive and board member for a portfolio of private companies. Inspired by creating scalable ways to...
2025-04-161h 15From There to HereScott Couchenour: Impacting the Fourth QuarterScott Couchenour is a life and business strategist. In this episode, Scott talks about messing with the plan, dividing the work, the lesson in hubris, building a life by design, acknowledging your moonshine, and living a life true to yourself.Scott Couchenour is a seasoned "fourth quarter" life and business strategist dedicated to empowering high-achieving individuals over 45 to take command of their futures. With nearly three decades of executive leadership experience as a COO and CEO, Scott excels at guiding accomplished leaders through pivotal life transitions, offering clarity and actionable strategies to realign their lives and businesses.
2025-04-091h 06From There to HereLisette Keus: The Lionfish HuntressLisette Keus is a lionfish huntress and entrepreneur. In this episode, she talks about widening horizons, the awareness of differences, non-profit contradictions, adapting to the opportunities, being in charge of the whole chain, fixing the problems as they occur, and to keep moving.Lisette Keus was born in the Netherlands and grew up in the world, thanks to her adventurous and business-minded parents. Her journey has taken her from Australia to Curaçao to Bangladesh, shaping her view of the world with every step. She once had the idealistic dream of becoming a human rig...
2025-04-0259 minFrom There to HereChris LeBeau: Taking the DetourChris LeBeau is the owner of Decoding Cocktails, a cocktail education business. In this episode, he talks about being a dreamer, doing it for yourself, big thoughts, the understanding of motivation, and knowing your pain thresholds.I’m Chris LeBeau and I run a cocktail education business. I didn’t enter this industry until I was 38. Before that, I spent years in jobs that involved suits, PowerPoints, and too many meetings. I was good at wearing suits. The rest? Debatable.I’m am an intensely passionate person who takes both learning and fun very serious...
2025-03-261h 10From There to HereRon Story Jr.: The Used Business BuyerRon Story Jr. is an entrepreneur and speaker coach. In this episode, Ron talks about having an athletic mind, selling the intangible, learning from the inside, the problem-pain spectrum, buying the next solution, and the value of persistence.Born and raised in East St. Louis, IL, Ron Story Jr. is an entrepreneur, speaker coach, and CEO of SpeakerHub, the world’s largest AI-powered speakers bureau. With over 10,000 booked meetings as a former agent, Ron has mastered the art of getting speakers on stages—without relying on traditional bureaus.Through SpeakerHub Pro and his SpeakerFlywheel™ method, he helps s...
2025-03-1258 minFrom There to HereJulian Scadden: Hard Knock UniversityJulian Scadden is the President and CEO of Nexstar, a member owned organization fostering growth for businesses in select trades. In this episode, Julian openly shares about the challenges and lessons of a tougher childhood environment, being who you are, the way we treat each other along our journey, change coming from experience, understanding the operations, the racehorse vs. the mule, moving through isms, and being available to those who are alone.Julian Scadden serves as President and CEO of Nexstar Network, a member-owned organization supporting the PHCE home services trades that drives business growth and development t...
2025-02-191h 23From There to HereEric Pratum: Go Your Own WayIn this episode, Eric Pratum talks about a lack of attachments, using the time paid by others, the ease of pain with exposure, a complicated relationship with social media, learning empathy on the job, encouraging the feeling of insight, becoming what you spend your time on, and recognizing people (and their mindset) as the foundation.Eric Pratum is a marketing strategist and podcast host with a background in digital marketing, analytics, and integrated marketing. He has worked with Fortune 100 companies, thousands of nonprofits, and numerous other organizations large and small, helping them develop data-driven, audience-centered strategies that...
2025-02-051h 22From There to HereOff-script with John Knicely: Origin of StorytellingIn this episode, John and I talk about storytelling and why you tell the story differently, using stories in your own story, the importance of humility, the future state of your story, the pitfall of telling people who you are, the story behind business strategy, asking your audience, and knowing the take-away you want.High-growth companies and those navigating transitions, such as M&A or generational leadership changes, often struggle to effectively communicate their value both externally and internally.John Knicely is an award winning journalist and business owner who helps clarify and align that...
2025-01-2242 minFrom There to HereDr. Kate - The Human Experience of ResilienceDr. Kate Lund is a clinical psychologist. She shares how a medical condition in her youth taught her empathy, her clinical focus on adaptation, the human side of injury, the importance of hope, maximizing potential in one’s unique context, her focus on parenting, strategy to help more people, and focusing on the possibilities.Dr. Kate Lund is a licensed clinical psychologist of 15 years, peak performance coach, best-selling author and TEDx speaker. Her specialized training in medical psychology includes world-renowned Shriners Hospital for Children, Boston, Massachusetts General Hospital, and Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, all of which are...
2025-01-0842 minFrom There to HereGlenn Akramoff: A Lesson in EverythingGlenn Akramoff is an organizational rehabilitation consultant. Glenn generously shares his stories and his lessons learned; including to care about what is important to you and those you care about, preparing for the worse, not applying yourself and the impact on others, the importance of recognition, lessons on empathy, recognizing a miscast, the awareness of your emotional intelligence, and giving people permission.Glenn Akramoff is the founder and CEO of Akramoff LLC. His expertise is rehabilitating and revitalizing municipal government workplaces and has developed a program that will improve any organization by returning humanity to the center o...
2024-12-181h 12From There to HereTerri Spencer: Creating What MattersTerri Spencer is an agency VP of Creative. Terri talks about working hard for what you want, finding the right people, experiences with early “influencers”, the pressures of identity, chasing titles, learning to figure it out, knowing your value alignment, and remembering what matters.Terri Spencer has always been creatively inclined, building a career that spans graphic design, marketing, strategy, and freelance work. Today, as Vice President of Creative for Ten Acre Marketing, she dedicates her expertise to positioning brands that advance agriculture.With over 20 years of crafting meaningful stories and creative strategies, Terri has honed...
2024-12-041h 01From There to HereJose Tejada: The Passion, Purpose, and Power of EquityJose Tejada is a mortgage banker and Hispanic community leader. On this episode, he shares about growing up in a revolution, being in a constant state of survival, the contribution of every family member, the power of equity, the empathy of doing business, transferring grit, growing carrots, generational changing activities, and perspectives on mental health. Jose Tejada studied Business Administration at California State University Northridge and has been in the financial industry for 23 years. Although enthusiastic about financial planning and wealth strategy, his main passion has always been in lending and debt structure. Jose is a teacher...
2024-11-2053 minFrom There to HereShea Peffly: Leading with LoveShea Peffly is a coach and EOS implementer. On this episode, she shares the impact of music on her life, doing the work, listening to our elders’ stories, real world applications, defining your core values, practicing what you teach, the importance of self-care, and we have a high-level discussion of EOS and the entrepreneur.Shea Peffly, the CEO of Menagerie Coaching, is dedicated to assisting executives in achieving their goals within their businesses. Specializing in professional training, leadership team facilitation, and coaching, Shea is a Certified EOS Implementer, Kolbe Certified Consultant, and Professional Certified Multiple Brain Integration (mB...
2024-11-1353 minFrom There to HerePatrice Bonfiglio: Curiosity and the Dawn of PotentialPatrice Bonfiglio is a Leader in the Investment sector. On this episode, she discusses childhood resilience, boundless curiosity, territorial-ism, building on enthusiasm, opening the doors for others, and the value of small acts of service.Patrice Bonfiglio is the President of Sarissa Capital Management LP, a registered investment adviser focused on shareholder activism in healthcare. Prior to being president, she served in various roles at Sarissa Capital, including Chief Operating Officer, Chief Financial Officer and Chief Compliance Officer. She currently serves as a director of Amarin Corporation PLC, a pharmaceutical company focused on cardiovascular health. Additionally, Patrice i...
2024-10-3046 minFrom There to HereDan Reus: Seeing Potential in the World (and Doing Something About It)Dan Reus is an innovation advisor and ecosystem curator. In this episode, he shares how he learned to pull strategy, science, and art together, the desire to just show up and learn, making everyone else feel like they are changing the world, seeking those who are active creatives, stewardship of other’s potential, being the most curious person in the room, and choosing to be part of the future.Dan Reus believes you should not innovate alone. As Founder and Chief Instigator of Openly Disruptive, he’s been practicing a combination of open innovation, disruptive innovation, and trans...
2024-10-0246 minFrom There to HereOff-script with Jami Wolfe: Entreprenurial Inflection PointsIn this episode, Jami and I discuss how to identify, navigate, and leverage significant inflection points within an entrepreneur's journey. We talk about the driver of behaviors, understanding the levers, participating in all the forums, knowing a business therapist, getting a solid assessment, and vetting your advisor.Jami Wolfe is an Organizational Psychologists and Managing Partner of CMA Global Inc. Her professional work focuses on areas such as: team development, organizational assessment, organizational structuring and development, leadership coaching and development, linking of executive performance with business strategy, talent management, and development of training programs to maximize workforce an...
2024-09-2536 minFrom There to HereDaryl Tegtmeier: With You at the Inflection PointDaryl Tegtmeier is a financial wealth advisor. In this episode, Daryl shares his young lessons of the family business, employee entrepreneurialism, knowing what to own, modeling your business around your paradigm, the safety of business ownership, the gift of choice; and we have a discussion on financial literacy, the attraction of donor dollars in non-profits, and being there at your inflection point.Daryl Tegtmeier is the owner of Epoch Family Wealth. Daryl has decades of experience in the financial services industry, mastering the craft in various roles. Through these experiences, he learned the best way to serve his...
2024-09-1158 minFrom There to HereMandy Keyworth: A Healer's JourneyMandy Keyworth is a hypnotherapist specializing in addiction therapy. On this episode, she openly talks about being the problem, chasing the glamour, ego vs. self esteem, death by installments, asking the right questions, the irony of willpower, and believing in hope.Since childhood, Mandy Keyworth has always been driven to help anyone become the best version of themselves. Her journey to helping others began in the NHS working as a nurse for many years until she pursued a Degree in Medical Science. She then transitioned to providing medical equipment within the NHS.Developing Graves’ Disease due...
2024-09-041h 02From There to HereDonny Carver: Making the Right PicksDonny Carver is a professional banker and life-long learner. In this episode, he talks about seeking what is possible, picking the right challenge, courageous opportunities, the similarities in motivation, elevating the market place, and strategies in seeking mentors.Donny Carver is a 20+ year veteran in the banking industry, with experience building and leading teams, growing markets, business development, and active collaboration with clients.His career highlights include leading expansion into the St. Louis market for two different banks, reviving stagnate portfolios with timely growth, achieving multiple annual awards, and supporting team career growth. Donny is pa...
2024-08-2150 minFrom There to HereAslak de Silva: The Dojo is Always With YouAslak de Silva is a CEO and leadership expert. On this episode, he shares the values and challenges of a multi-cultural background, how martial arts became a perpetual foundation, trying out new techniques, the connection with your team, finding alignment, we have a comprehensive discussion about feedback, and the advantages of entrepreneurial knowledge of the business.Aslak has nearly 20 years of experience as a practitioner and instructor of Han Moo Do martial arts, competing in about 100 full-contact fights and winning the World Championship gold medal in Michigan, USA, in 2000. Martial arts has taught him the importance of l...
2024-08-141h 03From There to HerePaige Arnof-Fenn: Twisting the Corporate LadderPaige Arnof-Fenn is a seasoned marketing expert and entrepreneur. On this episode, Paige shares an early experience to redefine success, having a vocational paradigm shift, the value with no one path to success, testing your mettle, the lessons on intra-preneurialism, having a platform to do what you love, and building a bridge to your strengths and passions.Paige Arnof-Fenn is the founder & CEO of global branding and digital marketing firm Mavens & Moguls based in Cambridge, MA. Her clients include Microsoft, Virgin, The New York Times Company, Colgate, venture-backed startups as well as non profit organizations. She graduated fro...
2024-08-071h 04From There to HereKari Leventopoulos: Youth Digital StewardIn this episode, as we are joined by Ryan Klingensmith, Founder of Shape the Sky, the three of us talk about the intersection of technology in Kari's life. We talk about not really understanding what technology does, the value of finding ways to entertain yourself, increasing the speed of misbehavior, focusing on the right things to do (and not always the wrong), bridging wisdom with knowledge, and not missing YOUR important moments.Kari Leventopoulos is a recent high school graduate. In her primary school years, she built her platform around youth digital responsibility. The Pledge she wrote has...
2024-07-031h 15From There to HereTim Vosse: A Problem Solver with a New Paradigm for SeniorsTim Vosse is an expert in the senior living space. In this episode, he talks about the presence of his family, a desire to make an impact, listening more than talking, understanding the end game, using your voice, and we have a deeper dive into elder care.Tim is a St. Louis metro native, a CPA, with a B.S. in Accounting from Illinois State University and an MBA from Southern Illinois University at Edwardsville. He worked in public accounting before moving into CFO roles for senior care facilities. Throughout Tim's 20+ years at Bethesda and...
2024-06-051h 04From There to HereDayton Crites: A Lost Soul Finds His Passion in Life and WorkDayton Crites is a senior outdoor recreation planner. During his origin story, he shares the impact of his nomadic youth, finding the value in your time, having a place to do, the realization of why people pay for school, a world not dependent on cars, work aligning with your passions, and connecting communities.Dayton Crites is a creative and strategic planner. Trained as a landscape architect, he leads multidisciplinary teams to build plans that illustrate and articulate community and client visions. As a visual thinker, Dayton constantly strives to make the complex clear, and de...
2024-05-291h 03From There to HereAli Carson: A True Passion for the Work of LeadersAli Carson is an executive coach and talent development consultant. In this episode, Ali talks about the early influences of contribution, balancing your systems vs. your intuition, cultivating curiosity, reconciling with imposter syndrome, she shares a beautiful story of seeing values realized, having intentional impact, and always finding a way to add value.Ali Carson is an experienced coach and dynamic facilitator with two decades experience working in all aspects of human resources, learning, and development. She is passionate about creating workplaces where everyone can thrive.Ali holds several professional certifications, showcasing h...
2024-05-221h 04From There to HereMichael Flieg: The Storm Before the CalmMichael Flieg is a entrepreneur and outdoor advocate. While sharing his origin story, he talks about an early unconscious state, a tendency towards aggression, how you measure success, struggling to apply compassion, self-reflection, surrendering to your struggles, the value of intention, and the oneness of humanity.Michael Flieg is the owner and developer of Arcadia Valley Outdoors, a campground and emerging nature preserve. Michael has a longtime passion for mountain biking, youth development, and outdoor living. He operated a youth mountain biking camp for many years, promoting novel techniques to develop competency and safety.
2024-05-151h 09From There to HereCharisse Sisou: When Your Presence Is EnoughCharisse Sisou is a business owner, speaker, author, and podcaster. While sharing her origin story, she talks about her exposure to confusing youth standards, revelations around biases, interconnection of opportunity, a deeper dive into belly dancing, leaning into charisma , assuming the best, loving your body, and knowing more than you realize.Author, speaker, dancer, and intuitive guide, Charisse Sisou connects people with the impact, ease, and prosperity they desire through the power of story, body, and ancient wisdom. She brings (r)evolutionary tools and insights, tapping hidden reserves of energy, intelligence, and healing in t...
2024-05-081h 07From There to HereSteph Cummings: Holistically CapableSteph Cummings is the Creative Director of GoBrandGo marketing agency. Through her problem solving, strategic, and creative capabilities, Steph has ascended through the organization, working in multiple prior roles including executive assistant, copywriter, and content strategist. Before marketing, Steph had a career in the restaurant industry, where her ascent went from corporate trainer to general manager.Steph Cummings is the Creative Director of a marketing agency. During Steph’s origin story, she talks about celebrity emulation, the importance of building trust, being observant vs. detailed oriented, leaning into her creativity, being an automatic “filler”, operation...
2024-05-0152 minFrom There to HereJessica Rhodes: A Pioneer in PodcastingJessica Rhodes is the founder of the leading podcast booking agency. On this episode, she talks about showing up with a smile, having an energy of abundance, the story behind the creation of podcast booking, asking the right questions to focus on your business, a personal development strategy for partnership, navigating the competitive noise, and the value of commitment and consistency.Jessica Rhodes founded Interview Connections, the world’s first and leading podcast booking agency in 2013, back when no other agencies like it existed. Since its founding, Interview Connections has booked over 30,000 podcast interviews for...
2024-04-171h 12From There to HereSarah Heredia: From Service to Self-DiscoverySarah Heredia is a Self-discovery coach. On this episode, she talks about finding identity during her early Church experiences, the value of early leadership mentors and building your team, discussing lack & scarcity and one’s relationship with money, the perspective change through a non-profit, the importance of support, focusing on your lane (and in your own time), and staying true to yourself.Sarah is a Self-Discovery coach with a passion for helping clients connect with themselves on a deeper level. She believes that we all have the power to create our own definition of suc...
2024-04-101h 06From There to HereBrent Stinespring: For the Kids, For the CommunityBrent Stinespring is an entrepreneur, realtor, educator, and outdoor community leader. In his origin story, Brent talks about the awareness of one’s self interests, pioneering outdoor education, holding to your principles, developing meaningful relationships, the opportunity to do the right thing, building a culture of belonging, and choosing what you pursue wisely.Brent is a realtor and owner of G4 Real Estate in Northwest Arkansas. During the evolution of his real estate business, Brent was a teacher and outdoor education champion. He is a community leader in multiple organizations promoting outdoor activity, trial advoc...
2024-03-1359 minFrom There to HereMargaux Alvarez: Work Hard, Wine DownMargaux Alvarez is an entrepreneur and elite athlete. While sharing her origin story, Margaux talks about being shaped by a gnarly adventure, personal lessons of what you can and cannot control, how travel tests your comfort levels, the value of being comfortable with public speaking, a transparent discussion with the challenges of an upstart business, and finding your mantra.Margaux Alvarez is a small business owner, elite athlete, and winetrepreneur. She is a fitness expert and CCFT L3 coach. Margaux is a 7x CrossFit Games athlete, Rogue Fitness athlete, NBC Titan Games S2 competitor, and N...
2024-03-061h 15From There to HereGabriel Miller: A Spirited Passion ProjectGabriel Miller is the head winemaker at Noboleis Vineyards. While sharing his origin story, Gabe talks about the opportunity of doing everything, avoiding procrastination, acting on big ideas, balancing the art and science of his craft; as well, we dive into the complexity of the winery industry.Gabriel Miller is the head winemaker at Noboleis Vinyard in Augusta, MO. Gabe graduated with a marketing degree. He applied that knowledge unconventionally, as the first decade of his professional life had him running comprehensive operations in different industries. A trip to Tuscany, Italy sparked a personal pass...
2024-02-0750 minFrom There to HereCraig Williams: A Clever Way to Help (Rural) StudentsCraig Williams is a storyteller and youth advocate. In this episode, Craig shares a personal story that was a catalyst to cleverness, how loss led to entrepreneurialism; he discusses the consistent intersection of his past skills to uncover new opportunities, the power of story, going analog, dreaming big, and we deep dive into the relationship between communities and their schools.Craig Williams is the Founder and Chief Engagement Officer of Journey12. Williams identifies, most notably, as a husband and father of three. He is a full-time self-described 'treehouse dad,' an advocate for kids, and...
2024-01-311h 13From There to HereMary Bartling: Understanding literature through a new lensArtist and advocate Mary Bartling shares her origin story. In this episode, Mary discusses the good fortune of the right mentor, the value of your crew, respecting the expertise of others, how no story is just a story, being less afraid, and we talk about book banning.Mary Bartling is an artist that chose photography as her professional medium. She focused on realism, being particularly fond of the face. As she closed out her successful career, Mary pursued additional education for personal interests, obtaining a Masters and Doctorate of Liberal Arts. Mary's thesis on the...
2024-01-171h 01From There to HereBob Alvarez: A life of leadershipBob Alvarez is a leader in operations and leadership. In this episode, Bob discusses structure vs. the nuance of managing personnel, working on leadership first, having a drive to learn all facets of the business, earning your credibility, the importance of liking people, and the circular economy.Robert (Bob) Alvarez serves as the President and COO of Shapiro, leading sustainability as a service. At the heart of Bob's work is leading a team that developed Circular by Shapiro, a transformative sustainability initiative that provides industries with solutions to some of their most pressing challenges. T...
2024-01-101h 03From There to HereJim Manning: The Passive Wealth AdvocateJim's first job out of school was working for a self made billionaire. He had the private jets, and every material thing you could ever want. Unfortunately, the billionaire was absolutely miserable. And so 15 years ago Jim set out to find a way to become financially free without sacrificing his personal life. The passive income that real estate has provided has allowed Jim to: Own 3 multi-million dollar real estate companies. Work a balanced schedule. Parent 4 kids under 9 and even coach multiple teams. Invest in over $250 million in properties. Along the way Jim discovered that he als...
2023-12-131h 00From There to HereKammie Kobyleski: The Educator, Coach, and IntuitKammie is the Director of Development and Alumni Affairs at the Yavapai College Foundation. In Kammie’s origin story, she winds us through her multi-faceted, yet remarkably interconnected professional journey. She talks about navigating the gaps, having clarity during transition, her evolution into coaching, allowing perspectives to shift, letting go, and being your best expert.Kammie Kobyleski brings an eclectic work experience (broadcasting, event marketing, college instructor, and business & career coach) to her current role as the Director of Development and Alumni Affairs at the Yavapai College Foundation. The former Director of Special Programs in t...
2023-11-291h 14From There to HereJennifer Bardot - Helping Others Tell Their StoryJennifer is the founder of GRIT, a community to amplify, inspire, and empower women. In this episode, Jennifer shares how a 3rd grade diagnosis shaped her educational future, having a constant drive to follow her passion, how her empathy was shaped, and being a champion for those needing support.Jennifer Bardot, MA, MS, is a publisher of the Deconstructing GRIT Collection and Owning Your G.R.I.T.—both international bestselling anthology books available at Target and Walmart. She is featured on the cover of St. Louis Small Business Monthly as 2021’s Top 100 Persons to K...
2023-10-2546 minFrom There to HereJami Wolfe: A Talent for TalentJami Wolfe is an organization psychologist. In this episode, Jami talks about the need to see the outcome, learning the art of consulting, her realities of idealism in her industry, understanding what you can control, and the significance of people in business.Jami Wolfe is the Managing Partner of CMA Global Inc. Her professional work focuses on areas such as: team development, organizational assessment, organizational structuring and development, leadership coaching and development, linking of executive performance with business strategy, talent management, and development of training programs to maximize workforce and leadership performance. She has co...
2023-10-0440 minFrom There to HereGinette Collazo: A Lifetime Pursuit to Reduce Human ErrorGinette Collazo is an expert and world leader in human reliability. In this episode, Ginette shares the experiences that led her to pursue human productivity. She talks about organizational values, being curious, the impact of conditions vs. people, and the importance of thinking for yourself. We also talk a bit about Puerto Rico.Ginette Collazo, Ph. D. is an Industrial-Organizational Psychologist with more than 20 years of experience specializing in Engineering Psychology and Human Reliability. These disciplines study the interaction between human behavior and productivity. She has held positions leading Training and Human Reliability programs in...
2023-08-161h 02From There to HereRyan Klingensmith: A Mental Health Expert Shapes the FutureRyan Klingensmith is a mental health expert and pioneer of youth digital stewardship through his organization Shape the Sky. In this episode, Ryan talks about the value of believing in oneself, the importance of confidence, curating your time, and being there for anybody who wants to be saved. Ryan shares many insights in the mental health industry and him and Jason talk about the present day intersection of youth, technology, and mental health.Ryan Klingensmith, Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC), is the founder of Shape the Sky. Ryan started his c...
2023-08-021h 09From There to HereAngela Lewis: A Role Model On and Off the CourtAngela Lewis is a former professional basketball player, championship-winning coach, and founder of ALA Public Relations. Her incredible journey from a young girl with low self-esteem to a successful athlete, coach, and entrepreneur is a testament to her resilience and determination.Angela is not only passionate about helping service-based leaders amplify their voices, but she is also dedicated to inspiring young girls worldwide to become leaders. As a role model and mentor, she aims to empower girls to pursue their passions, overcome obstacles, and reach their full potential. As a member of the International...
2023-07-1957 minFrom There to HereCarolyn Meister: A Physical Therapist's Path to HealingCarolyn Meister is a physical therapist and movement analysis expert. In this episode, she talks about the challenges and dark-side of perfection, tools for managing identities, having strategy as a core attribute, and we discuss the next evolution of physical therapy. Carolyn also threads the struggles of an eating disorder through her story, with grace and vulnerability.Carolyn Meister is the owner of Sports Movement Physio and Performance. She graduated in 2016 with a Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Washington University in St Louis, which is known for the emphasis of assessment and treatment of mov...
2023-07-1255 minFrom There to HereKen Eslick: Natural Born LeaderRecruitment expert and thought leader Ken Eslick joins host Jason Shupp to talk through his origin story. In this episode, Ken talks about leadership as help, compliance vs. followers, the gift or trust, the realization of identity shifts, living with uncertainty, and the power of conscious connections.Ken Eslick is the co-founder and CEO of the Leaders Lab, an executive leadership recruiting firm. Ken is also the host of the Leaders Lab Podcast, a weekly show that delves into the world of leadership and personal development. As a Tony Robbins trainer and through his wor...
2023-06-2852 minFrom There to HereCarla Fowler: A High Performing LifePerformance science focused executive coach Carla Fowler shares her origin story with host Jason Shupp. We cover a wide array of topics, including perspectives on performance, where your attention goes, betting on yourself, designing your own curriculum, not mailing in the important stuff, and having some good now.Carla Fowler, MD PhD, founded THAXA out of a passion for performance science, where the fields of strategy, productivity, and psychology intersect. Since its inception in 2013, THAXA’s scientific approach to individualized coaching has attracted a devoted client base of dozens of executives at firms ranging fro...
2023-06-211h 10From There to HereDavid Reich: It's a Kind of MagicTechnology leader and magician David Reich talks with host Jason Shupp and shares his intersection of science and magic, as he talks about the value of suspending disbelief, missing what is in front of you, beta testing magic in the office, consulting from the trenches, and the importance of tactical listening.David Reich is a technology and business leader, combining that with his passion and talent as a magician, mentalist and stage hypnotist, having delivered interactive experiences to organizations world wide. Rather than make a choice on “geek Or magician”, he decided that it was no...
2023-06-141h 00From There to HereAugie Johnston: Putting in the Time, On and Off the CourtAthlete turned entrepreneur Augie Johnston shares his origin story with host Jason Shupp. In this episode, Augie shares insights into international sports, leveraging self-discipline, getting a you-tube education, learning the value of caring, and the recognition of obsession, hard work, and time in grade.Augie Johnston is a 36 year old ex-YouTuber, former professional basketball player, turned entrepreneur. He is currently making waves in the video editing industry as a result of his promising start-up called VidChops.Vidchops, the brainchild of Augie, assists video creators, influencers, and digital marketers by carrying out the...
2023-06-0748 minFrom There to HereJay Acunzo: A Storyteller Flips His ScriptStoryteller and multi-faceted content creator Jay Acunzo shares his origin story with host Jason Shupp. Jay talks about creative fingerprints, learning to trust his own sensibilities, the understated value of risk mitigation, having clarity on purpose, and reach vs. resonance.Jay Acunzo is one of the world’s most sought-after business storytellers. He's an author, speaker, and the host the podcast Unthinkable, where creators take us inside unconventional choices that led to refreshingly original work. Jay was an early voice in the rise of content marketing, holding editorial and marketing roles for tech startups as...
2023-05-2457 minFrom There to HereAndy Bartling: History of the Copywriter (part 1)Career copywriter Andy Bartling tells his origin story with host Jason Shupp. Andy talks about being curious, getting the easy things right, knowing what’s important; and he shares key concepts, including difference, relevance and being a category of one. We also discuss what it is like having a career in writing that includes a typewriter and AI.For more than 40 years, Andy Bartling has been a copywriter and brand positioning/messaging strategist for the Fortune 500, as well as a select group of smaller organizations. He has written for global and domestic companies in a v...
2023-05-101h 06From There to HereBen Albert: Understated opportunityContent Marketer and Podcast Host Ben Albert shares his origin story with host Jason Shupp. Ben talks about the journey in finding his tribe, the acknowledgement of luck, and his ethos of conviction, caring and consistency.Ben Albert is a content marketer and podcast host. When Covid hit, Ben was furloughed from work. He found himself down and out, staring at an empty handle of Jim Bean Whiskey. He was unemployed, depressed, and felt unworthy.Hesitantly, he opened his Macbook and started reaching out to strangers on Linkedin. This spearheaded his entrepreneurial j...
2023-05-0359 minFrom There to HereMarcy Bursac: Opportunities from InclusionRenaissance woman Marcy Bursac shares her origin story and parallel paths with host Jason Shupp. In this episode, Marcy shares how her personal and professional journeys have intersected. She talks about a life of inclusion, frustration as a driver of creativity, using your voice for good and asking for help.Scaling her lived experience as an adoptive mom of a sibling pair, Marcy Bursac advocates for the thousands of children in the U.S. foster care system that are waiting to be adopted through her free app, children’s book, how-do book, monthly podcast, speaking engagements, and TV...
2023-04-121h 01From There to HereJennifer Watson: Speaking (and Being) your TruthLeadership coach and speaker Jennifer Watson shares here origin story. In this episode, Jennifer talks about speaking your truth, the spiritual journey of entrepreneurialism, zooming out; as well as sharing leadership insights and business tactics taught through her coaching practice. Jennifer Watson, MPT, I.M.T.,C., owner of Jennifer Watson Leadership, is a dynamic speaker and coach with a gift for intuitive and visionary coaching. She is an expert in wellness + leadership development, identity & mental edge enhancement, high-performance, post-trauma growth, movement & change adaptation, and soul-aligned living mastery. With 20+ years experience in business-leadership management + we...
2023-04-051h 07From There to HereLewis Sheats: Finding OpportunityEntrepreneur and educator Lewis Sheats shares his origin story with host Jason Shupp. In this episode, Lewis takes us through his serial entrepreneurship journey and parallel path in academia. He talks about the value in opportunity recognition, launching the student, and the clinical approach to piercing the entrepreneurial bubble.Lewis Sheats has an extensive background in new venture planning, concept consulting, opportunity creation, marketing and strategic planning.As an entrepreneur, Sheats is focused on opportunity identification, execution and education. His leadership has guided the opportunity creation and development of se...
2023-03-2957 minFrom There to HereJosh Heihn: A Banker Dives into Uncharted WatersDive master and scuba instructor Josh Heihn shares his origin story. Josh talks about his transition to becoming a divemaster after a nearly 2 decade career in banking. He talks about the path to becoming an advisor, attacking the fear, the importance of competence in your craft, and the process of earning trust.Josh Heihn is a PADI Divemaster and Scuba Instructor based near Cancun Mexico. Before his transition into scuba, Josh was a 20 year veteran of the banking industry. He worked in many facets of banking, spending most of his time successfully working in t...
2023-03-2255 minFrom There to HereDan Schnurbusch: An Attorney Defies the NormsAttorney, business owner, and technology advocate Dan Schnurbusch shares his origin story. He discusses calculated slacking, the importance of stepping stones, being OK with coming off the rails and distractions vs. opportunities.Dan Schnurbusch is the owner of Schnurbusch Law LLC, an estate planning firm primarily working in the Greater St. Louis area. Before that, Dan worked for years as a litigator with another firm. He attended the University of Missouri - Columbia, School of Law. Dan has a passion for technology and consults with law firms to adopt technologies to improve business processes an...
2023-03-1558 minFrom There to HereBrandon Dempsey: An entrepreneur and the designing of his lifeEntrepreneur Brandon Dempsey shares his origin story and entwines the values that drive the path of his life, both personally and professionally. He goes into deeper dives on scaling alignment, accelerating your trajectory and the value of knowing who you are.Brandon Dempsey is a husband, father, adventurer, and entrepreneur. He is the owner of GoBrandGo! marketing firm. He is the co-founder of Conflux co-learning community, which promotes education and community among the manufacturing industry. Brandon has served as an adjunct professor at Washington University. His earlier business operations centered around HR strategy, consultation and...
2023-03-081h 10From There to HereTony Albrecht: The Reluctant Lawyer Finds the Keys to His TribeLinkedIn content creator Tony Albrecht talks with host Jason Shupp and is very open with his journey, from family pressures and to reluctantly becoming an attorney, the struggles of sabbaticals and his journey into content creation. He shares insights into one’s innate creativity, the willingness to unstuck yourself, and a path to participating in the Linkedin ecosystem.Tony Albrecht is a content creator on LinkedIn. His consultancy focuses on helping lawyers get referrals and build their reputation. Tony is also a lawyer with a long standing career. He is a published author and podca...
2023-02-221h 00From There to HereKen Goldberg - The Psychology and Systems of an Investment InnovatorInvestment innovator Ken Goldberg talks with host Jason Shupp about how his atypical, yet well-rounded education and experiences shaped his career. He shares insights about objective discipline, following the system, the psychology of finance, and the foresight of mania vs. depression.Ken Goldberg is a Registered Investment Advisor with four decades of broad investment and trading experience. Some of his career highlights include:1980’s: Drexel Burnham Lambert. Chicago Board Options Exchange.1990’s: Citicorp. Merrill Lynch International Private Bank (Singapore). Bank of America Investments. CNBC appea...
2023-02-151h 11From There to HereZack Smithey - An Artist's ReflectionArtist Zack Smithey talks with host Jason Shupp and shares his pathway to becoming a full-time professional artist. He discusses the value of reflection, the importance of being what you want to become, and understanding the entrepreneurial side of the art world.Zack Smithey lives in St. Louis and is an interdisciplinary artist working in many different styles and media with an emphasis on the process. He is also a philanthropist, art collector and community activist.Smithey believes that the only constant in the universe is change and, in o...
2023-02-081h 00From There to HereMegan Huelsmann: A Youthful Journey from Farm to TableFarmer Megan Huelsmann talks with host Jason Shupp about how her love for the farm animals actually changed the direction of the family farm. We discuss the value of local and dive into the future of farming. And she is doing all of this at 22 years of age.Megan Huelsmann is 5th generation in the family farming business. She has a Bachelors in Animal Science and nearly completed her Masters in Ag Leadership, Education and Communication. In high school, she was the catalyst for the Farm to Table channel of the farm business. She is c...
2023-01-2540 minFrom There to HereTodd Denholm - The Journey From the Pulpit to Corporate Is Not as Far as One Would Think (In the Best Ways)Todd Denholm talks with host Jason Shupp about the transition and synergy between Faith-based organizations and the corporate world. We learn there are more similarities than differences as we go through organizational dynamics, relational components, and the crossover of a theological-based education.Todd Denholm is a Senior Sales Director at Clean-Tech, a national commercial cleaning company. Before that, Todd worked in Faith-based organizations as a Pastor. He has a Bachelor's in Communication and a Master's in Divinity. With his educational and professional background, along with an innate aptitude, Todd has been successful in roles that...
2023-01-181h 00From There to HereMatt Willis: Old School Work Habits and the Hair of the DogDog trainer Matt Willis chats with host Jason Shupp about his origin story. Matt talks about how his youth set him up for the work involved to build sales pipelines and relationships in the various industries he served in. He shares about the transition of leaving an industry after 20 years and growing a franchise.Matt Willis is a franchise owner of Dog Training Elite (DTE), a premier dog training operation that specializes in in-home dog training, therapy dogs, service dogs and personal protection. Before that, Matt spent 20 years in the roofing distribution industry, most not...
2023-01-1157 minFrom There to HereRoger W. Hicks: A Well-Researched Leaf in the Wind (Unofficial Vol. 1)Photographer Roger W. Hicks catches up with host Jason Shupp to go through his origin story. Roger has had a diverse professional background, and we do the best we can to cover much of it, but there is more depth to be had. He is grounded and real, sharing how he flows with life and creates opportunity through learning.Roger W. Hicks is a modern-day Renaissance man. He is a photographer focusing on capturing and cataloguing the spectacular views of Mt. Shasta in northern California. He has worked as a contractor, massage therapist, heavy...
2022-12-1445 minFrom There to HerePhil Nadeau: Being on set and in-sightMotion picture/studio production expert Phil Nadeau talks with host Jason Shupp about his deep dive into the industry. Phil shares how he found his passion. He talks about the value of mentors, learning to be professional, and the importance of being available.Phil Nadeau is a veteran of 30 years in the motion picture/video production industry. During that time, he has worked in many facets of the business; including sound engineering, lighting, camera operations, rental operations, production consultation, product sales representation, and video streaming.In building a loyal cus...
2022-12-0757 minFrom There to HereTiffany Wild: An Entrepreneur's Wild Journey Comes Full CircleEntrepreneur and philanthropist Tiffany Wild joins host Jason Shupp and goes through her eclectic professional background. She shares how her numerous opportunities shaped her business acumen. Tiffany highlights how her understanding of human connectivity both created business opportunities and deepened relationships.Tiffany Wild works as a mental health therapist at Chesterfield Counseling Associates after recently earning a Master of Arts in Counseling at Covenant Theological Seminary. Tiffany is a Business Owner/Entrepreneur who has taken an unconventional approach towards her current occupation. She worked alongside her husband in his restoration business, Paragon Certified Restoration, as the lead...
2022-11-301h 00From There to HereJason's TED-ish Talk on TalentHost Jason Shupp shares a TED-style presentation he did at an industry conference some years back. His methodology on talent, which was the topic of the presentation, was shaped from his unconventional professional pathway in his 20's. This podcast is a fitting forum to share this content beyond those that were in the original audience.To learn more, visit:linkedin.com/in/jason-Shupp-18b4619bListen to more episodes on Mission Matters:https://missionmatters.com/author/Jason-Shupp/
2022-11-2319 minFrom There to HereJohn Coveyou: A Problem Solver's Pathway to Business MasterySerial entrepreneur John Coveyou talks with host Jason Shupp about starting, buying, operating and selling businesses. John shares how a chaotic upbringing evolved into mindset changes and his belief that anything is truly possible. We also get granular on the key areas that increase the value of a business.Previous to his life as an entrepreneur, John left home at the age of 16 and hopscotched from home to home, almost dropping out of high school after living out of his car. While still in high-school, John joined the Army at the age of 17 to ad...
2022-11-161h 10From There to HereChris Mileski: The Consummate CoachCoach Chris Mileski talks with host Jason Shupp about his origin story and evolution into the fitness and coaching space. Chris takes us through the incredible and diverse fitness/wellness/coaching opportunities he pursued, often simultaneously, that shaped him into the elite-level expert he is. He also shares his passion project and putting more kids on bikes at https://missourimtb.org/.Chris Mileski is the VP of Field Operations, joining NICA National after founding the Missouri Interscholastic Cycling League in 2018. A veteran of the United States Marine Corps, Chris graduated from the University of Arizona in 1997 and...
2022-11-091h 04From There to HereDavid Tamm: Amplifying every opportunityEntrepreneur David Tamm joins host Jason Shupp to share his origin story. He talks about how the past does not define you and being a fervent learner. David also shares the importance of preserving the legacy and how that shapes his current passion project.David Tamm is an accomplished Leader with 19 years of Project and Program Management within the Technology, Operations, and Sales disciplines. He has extensive experience with tech startups and building systems for scalability and sustainability. David has successfully launched five companies across various industries and is a proven performer in leadership roles within government...
2022-11-0252 minFrom There to HereAustin Smith & Byron Abrigg: Academia and a Strategic Path to EntrepreneurshipEntrepreneurs Austin Smith and Byron Abrigg sit down with Host Jason Shupp to discuss their academic journey together and emerging partnerships in co-founding a business. They talk about the opportunities to learn, empathy as partners and having a vision.Austin Smith is the co-founder of Mission Control, a community platform for recreational esports. As CEO, Austin primarily leads strategy and product. Prior to founding Mission Control, Austin gained exposure to gaming and startups as a venture associate at Stadia Ventures, an early-stage sports and esports venture capital firm. Austin is a graduate of Saint Louis University with...
2022-10-261h 01From There to HereMegan Greathouse: A Nomadic Upbringing and Leveraging ChangeEntrepreneur Megan Greathouse talks with host Jason Shupp about how her military background shaped her professional pathway. She shares about being comfortable with change, coping with high stress, and having a bias for action.Megan Greathouse is a real estate investor and President & co-owner of Horizon Sign Company, a commercial sign and graphics company she and her husband founded in 2020. She grew up as a "military brat" before joining the Marine Corps herself as a Public Affairs Officer right out of college. After four years on active duty, she used her GI Bill to...
2022-10-1945 minFrom There to HereCourtney Green: A complex Path to Self-EmpowermentMind/Body optimizer Courtney Green defies all norms. She talks with Host Jason Shupp about self-empowerment, the downside of expected outcomes, and the importance of knowing what is right for yourself. Courtney breaks down the Flow state and the opportunities it allows for.A pioneer in optimizing higher intelligence, Courtney Green, CEO, Owner of Spark Consulting, guides leaders who uplift people and the planet. Her career started as an environmental grant manager. Then 911 inspired her to serve on active duty in the Army and the Air Force Reserves in mental health before moving on as an attorney...
2022-10-121h 07From There to HereJacob Turner: Professional Athlete to Professional EntrepreneurFormer professional MLB pitcher Jacob Turner talks with host Jason Shupp about the rigors of pursuing a childhood dream of becoming an elite athlete. He shares what made him successful as an athlete and a teammate and how re-framing his identity helped him transition to life after baseball.Jacob is a founding partner at JL Strategic Wealth. Jacob’s experience as a former Major League Baseball player provides him with a unique understanding of the challenges individuals and families face in creating and sustaining wealth. With first-person knowledge on how to build out sustainable lifestyles that offer lo...
2022-10-0552 minFrom There to HereBrian Piper: A Lifelong Learner and Seizing Every OpportunitySEO expert and Web3 thought leader Brian Piper talks with Host Jason Shupp about his pursuit of constant learning, teaching under pressure, and creating opportunities. He walks us through the journey that put him at the forefront of content optimization and now at the forefront of Web 3.0.Brian Piper is an author, speaker, and consultant. Brian has been doing SEO and web content optimization since 1996. He has created online training programs for hundreds of companies, including Xerox, L3Harris, IBM, and Volvo. He has spent the last 7 years focusing on data analytics, digital marketing, and content strategy...
2022-09-2856 minFrom There to HereAaron Spencer: A Pilot's Focus on What is in Front of HimIn this episode, Host Jason Shupp talks with Aaron Spencer. Aaron discusses why it was OK to take his time in finding a career. He shares the value of learning to work hard, as well as when to pause for more important priorities.Aaron Spencer is a commercial airline pilot, First Officer for Alaskan Airlines. In the airline industry, he has also performed as Captain on commercial flights, served as a flight instructor and a traffic pilot. Before being a pilot, Aaron dabbled in various industries finding his path. He also played professional rugby internationally. Most notably...
2022-09-1445 minFrom There to HereJeremy Nulik: A Futurist's Search for MeaningOn this episode, Host Jason Shupp dives deep with Jeremy Nulik. Through Jeremy's origin story, he shares his passion for meaning and the impact of our imagination, especially when applied to business strategy. Listen until the end as Jeremy takes the abstract of futurism and breaks it down into actionable practices.Jeremy Nulik remains inspired in his lifelong pursuit of resilient visions, ones that sustain us beyond present-day circumstances. An accomplished journalist and futurist, he fuses his cultivated talents for listening and storytelling with his passion for enabling organizations to perceive and affect change.
2022-09-0754 minFrom There to HereJohn Knicely: Authenticity and StorytellingOn this episode, Host Jason Shupp talks with former news anchor John Knicely. They discuss the driving forces that lead John into broadcasting and what makes for a successful anchor. He shares his entrepreneurial transition and the power of stories. And yes, funny broadcasting stories are shared.John Knicely is husband to Melanie and father to Maverick. He's an Emmy Award and Murrow Award-winning journalist who uses authentic stories to drive culture and generate business for organizations. His company, VITA LUX Agency, gives life and light to authentic stories that are used strategically to achieve your goals...
2022-08-3152 minFrom There to HereSuzanne Woodard: Personal Passion Takes Her From the Courtroom to the Furniture StoreOn this episode, Host Jason Shupp sits down with Suzanne Woodard to discuss her origin story. They discuss her journey of accomplishing her professional goals of being a capable litigator to shifting passions and opening her own retail business. She shares how her legal career prepared her for entrepreneurship.Suzanne Woodard is the owner/partner of The Refind Room, The Refind Annex and Refined Design. The Refind Room is a furniture store selling a curated selection of designer pre-owned and new furniture, decor and art. Presently, Suzanne is launching an interior design business with a mission to m...
2022-08-2430 minFrom There to HereKhalia Collier: Building a Team and Being a TeamOn this episode of From There to Here, Host Jason Shupp sits down with entrepreneur and trailblazer Khalia Collier. They discuss her origin story that led her to build a professional sports team and collaborate with business owners and professionals at the highest level. Her insights on purpose, teamwork, community and well being are powerful messages.Khalia Collier is the owner of the St. Louis Surge, and commissioner of its league - the Global Women's Basketball Association (GWBA). Collier formerly served as the Associate Director at the Saint Louis University Chaifetz School of Business. She is now th...
2022-08-1040 minFrom There to HereThe Origin Story of From There to HereOn this episode of From There to Here podcast,Host Jason Shupp shares the origin of the podcast. He also states that the podcast is for unconventional origin stories of entrepreneurs and experts.To learn more, visit: http://fergusonroofing.comListen to more episodes on Mission Matters:https://missionmatters.com/author/jason-shupp/
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