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Friends from Wild PlacesWild Business: Unleashing Your Entrepreneurial SpiritAngeline shares her entrepreneurial journey from corporate security to becoming a "business archangel," supporting leaders and teams with passion and empathy while navigating the challenges of business ownership.Angeline GillingsTel: +1 305 972 7751Website: www.ampgbusiness.comEmail: angeline.gillings@gmail.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angelinegillingsYouTube: https://youtube.com/angelinegillings• Transitioning from corporate comfort zone to entrepreneurship during COVID • The importance of planning your business while still employed• Pivoting from supporting solopreneurs to working with leaders and teams• Using a bottom-up approach to identify leadership issues by understanding team dynamics• Dev...2025-08-1622 minFriends from Wild PlacesThriving Beyond Corporate: Leadership with Personal FulfillmentAngeline Gillings shares her journey from corporate leadership to becoming a "Business Archangel" who helps professionals achieve meaningful success while maintaining personal fulfillment. Her decision to start her own business was inspired by a profound moment watching a bird on a thin branch, teaching her to trust her own capabilities rather than external support systems.Angeline GillingsTel: +1 305 972 7751Website: www.ampgbusiness.comEmail: angeline.gillings@gmail.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angelinegillingsYouTube: https://youtube.com/angelinegillings• Angeline has over 30 years of corporate experience including roles as board director, managing director, and senior po...2025-08-0924 minFriends from Wild PlacesJuicing Up Success: Mari's Detox JourneyMarie shares the evolution of her health-focused business, from detox juices to meal prep services, and her vision of opening a wellness cafe that partners with like-minded health-conscious businesses.Marisabel GonzalezTel: +1 954-397-9588Website: http://www.yes2detox.com/Email: info@yes2detox.comEmail: marisabelgonzalez@ymail.com• Started with detox juices and carefully expanded into meal prep services from her home kitchen• Currently serves three clients for meal prep, being selective due to home kitchen limitations• Dreams of opening a small storefront cafe offering healthy drinks...2025-07-1922 minFriends from Wild PlacesDetoxify Your Life: A Conversation with MariMari shares her entrepreneurial journey from solving her own health problems to creating Yes2Detox, a business offering natural juices, smoothies, and gluten-free treats while maintaining her full-time job as an educator.Marisabel GonzalezTel: +1 954-397-9588Website: http://www.yes2detox.com/Email: info@yes2detox.comEmail: marisabelgonzalez@ymail.com• Started making detox juices when commercial products failed to meet her needs• Built business primarily through word-of-mouth referrals and Instagram (@yes2detox)• Originally named her business "Munchie" after a childhood nickname from her brothers• Creates products free from refined...2025-07-1225 minFriends from Wild PlacesThe Art of Healthy DetoxMarie Gonzalez shares her journey from frustrated detox customer to successful business owner, creating delicious juice blends that genuinely help people feel better. Her faith-guided path from Honduras to America led to a thriving family business that combines nutrition education with products people actually enjoy consuming.Marisabel GonzalezTel: +1 954-397-9588Website: http://www.yes2detox.com/Email: info@yes2detox.comEmail: marisabelgonzalez@ymail.com• Marie created her business after finding commercial detox programs unpalatable and ineffective• She initially developed juice recipes for her picky-eating children, disguising vegetables in tasty smoothies...2025-07-0525 minFriends from Wild PlacesDiscipline & Resilience: How Successful Entrepreneurs Weather the StormEntrepreneurship is a non-linear journey filled with unexpected challenges and moments of doubt, but those who persevere develop resilience and expertise that can't be gained any other way.• Entrepreneurship is never straightforward—it involves cycles of feeling ready to give up before finding the strength to continue• Having mentors who can talk you "off the edge" during difficult times is crucial for entrepreneurial success• The Rocky Balboa philosophy applies to business: "It's not about how hard you can hit, it's about how hard you can get hit and keep moving forward"• Balancing family responsibilities with the f...2025-06-2123 minFriends from Wild PlacesFrom Rock Bottom to Running Six Businesses: Clay's Entrepreneurial JourneyClay shares his remarkable journey of losing everything and rebuilding multiple successful businesses, revealing how facing your biggest fears can become your greatest source of resilience and confidence.• Building business resilience through adversity and learning to count on yourself• Clay's six interconnected businesses spanning networking, women's entrepreneurship, speaking, publishing, and real estate • The philosophy behind H7 Network's abundance mindset versus traditional networking groups' scarcity approach• How developing five trusted champion relationships creates predictable business growth• Key differences between networking organizations: membership requirements, meeting structure, and community access• Implementing "Operation Less Clay" to overcome s...2025-06-1425 minFriends from Wild PlacesFrom Lemonade Stands to Global Networks: An Entrepreneur's JourneyClay Hicks shares his entrepreneurial journey from losing everything to creating the global H7 Network, a relationship-focused business networking platform operating in 22 countries worldwide. Through personal stories and strategic insights, Clay reveals how prioritizing relationships over immediate outcomes creates more predictable business success while addressing the unique challenges entrepreneurs face.• Founded H7 Network 17 years ago after experiencing significant professional and personal losses• Developed his relationship-focused philosophy: "When you focus on relationships and not the outcome, the outcome becomes more predictable"• Started entrepreneurial ventures at age 12 with his own landscaping business• Currently owns six different business...2025-06-0724 minFriends from Wild PlacesMental Health Over CoffeeDamien shares the deeply personal story behind Coffee Foundation, a Swiss-based organization using coffee to spark meaningful conversations about mental health and fight against stigma, judgment, prejudice, shame, and isolation.• First social brand of its kind in Switzerland, having donated 15,000 Swiss francs to three suicide prevention charities• Created the first English telephone crisis line in Switzerland for English speakers• Vision to develop into a youth social enterprise where young people drive their own mental health narrative• Currently operates in virtual space at coffeefoundation.com with plans for physical and expanded virtual meeting spaces• Aims to br...2025-05-2423 minFriends from Wild PlacesThe Willy Wonka of CrazinessDamien shares his transformative journey from battling addiction and bipolar disorder to founding the Coffee Foundation, showing how embracing vulnerability became his path to purpose. His story reveals how our inner voices can either destroy or rebuild us, and why creating spaces for authentic mental health conversations saves lives.• Finding ourselves on the other side of the world with the same internal issues• The battle with our inner voice when it becomes destructive• How mental health stigma and vocabulary prevents open conversation• Young people struggling to discuss mental health when adults can't model it• Da...2025-05-1724 minFriends from Wild PlacesThere is a crack in everything, that's how the light gets inDamien, founder of the Mental Health Association in Switzerland, shares his powerful journey from childhood trauma to mental health advocacy, revealing how his "inner echo" helped him survive and eventually thrive despite growing up in a violent environment.• Started the Mental Health Association to combat stigma around mental health issues in Switzerland• Grew up in Sydney surrounded by violence, alcoholism, and his mother's undiagnosed mental illness• Developed an "inner echo" as a protective mechanism that helped him navigate dangerous situations• Lost his brother to addiction and was heading toward jail before meeting his wife• Mo...2025-05-1034 minFriends from Wild PlacesUntamed Voices in HealingStep into a world where personal tales meet unwavering advocacy in this engaging episode. We welcome our guest, a passionate self-employed advocate who bravely shares her journey through caring for her family, which includes children with mental health challenges. As she recounts the fluctuating dynamics of her life, listeners get a front-row seat to the thoughts and feelings associated with balancing a career while nurturing loved ones who face difficulties.Lisa ZarconeInstagram: lisaunspokentruth LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-zarcone-0ba19135/Website: http://www.lisazarcone.net/Email: lzarcone@comcast.net2025-04-1923 minFriends from Wild PlacesFrom Pain to Purpose: Transforming Trauma into TriumphLisa bravely shares her intimate story about trauma, healing, and the power of vulnerability. Her journey emphasizes the importance of breaking silence and confronting painful memories.• Exploring Lisa's childhood experience and its lasting impacts • The role of therapy in her healing journey • Discussing the struggles with family after sharing her truth • Understanding the nuances of forgiveness and empathy • Insights into generational trauma and mental health • Inspiration to listeners for sharing their own stories Don’t forget to visit Lisa's website for more information and resources! Lisa...2025-04-1225 minFriends from Wild PlacesWild Stories of Survival,In this deeply moving episode, we welcome Lisa Zarcone, an inspiring advocate and survivor of child abuse, to hear her incredible story of resilience and transformation. As she recounts her life experiences, Lisa discusses the challenges she faced as a child, overcoming trauma, and how she now dedicates her life to advocating for awareness around child safety and mental health. The conversation also touches on the tragic White Island disaster, exposing the intricacies of trust between tourism companies and the responsibility they hold for their clients’ safety. Lisa ZarconeInstagram: lisaunspokentruth LinkedIn: https://www.link...2025-04-0522 minFriends from Wild PlacesThe Empowering Art of Saying NoThis episode reflects the transformative power of saying no and establishing boundaries in both personal and professional spheres. We discuss entrepreneurship, the significance of collaboration, decision-making strategies, and highlight the nonprofit Do The Right Thing of Coconut Creek, emphasizing community engagement. Lisa Meade RomeroTel: +1 954-326-2309LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-meade-romero/Website: LisaMeadeRomero.comEmail: lisameaderomero@gmail.com• Exploring the entrepreneurial journey and feelings of isolation • The pivotal role of collaboration in fostering creativity • Various categories of decision-making for efficiency • Setting boundaries for personal empowerment • Highlighting nonprofit cont...2025-03-2222 minFriends from Wild PlacesLisa's Inspiring Path to ReinventionLisa shares her transformative journey from educator to entrepreneur and police officer, emphasizing the importance of overcoming struggles to achieve personal growth. Through self-care practices and mentorship, she empowers listeners to embrace their unique paths and find their voices. Lisa Meade RomeroTel: +1 954-326-2309LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-meade-romero/Website: LisaMeadeRomero.comEmail: lisameaderomero@gmail.com• Lisa’s business focuses on personalized skincare education • History of early life challenges affecting personal growth • Overcoming negative thought patterns through therapy • Advocating for self-care as a vital component of mental health •...2025-03-1526 minFriends from Wild PlacesSmall Acts of Kindness and Their Big ImpactThis episode delves into the transformative journey of Lisa Mead Romero, from police officer to beauty educator, emphasizing the importance of making conscious choices in our lives. The discussion navigates themes of empowerment, the impact of societal influences on personal decisions, and the connection between self-care and self-worth. Lisa Meade RomeroTel: +1 954-326-2309LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-meade-romero/Website: LisaMeadeRomero.comEmail: lisameaderomero@gmail.com• Exploring the crossroads of career and personal growth • Discussing the transformative power of self-care • Reflecting on the role of choice in shaping identity •...2025-03-0826 minFriends from Wild PlacesInspiring the Entrepreneur Within YouThis episode explores the transformative power of travel and self-discovery, as Charles shares his journey from corporate life to embracing a minimalist approach to happiness. We discuss the importance of reflecting on personal struggles, the value of meaningful experiences over material possessions, and the steps toward becoming an entrepreneur. Charles Achampong Instagram: @aroundtheworldinfamilydays LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlesachampongWebsite: https://www.charlesachampong.comEmail: info@charlesachampong.com• Emphasizing the connection between travel and self-discovery • Addressing struggles faced during corporate transitions • Discussing the philosophy of minimalism in travel • Highlighting the significance...2025-02-1524 minFriends from Wild PlacesLife Lessons from a Globe-Trotting FamilyThis episode brings forth the inspiring story of a family that chose to change their lives by traveling the world. The discussion revolves around the motivations behind their decision, the planning process, the experiences gained during the journey, and the impact of their adventures on their family and future.Charles Achampong Instagram: @aroundtheworldinfamilydays LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlesachampongWebsite: https://www.charlesachampong.comEmail: info@charlesachampong.com• The decision rooted in early experiences and reflections on life • Emphasis on valuing experiences over material success • Years of planning culminated in an adventure...2025-02-0824 minFriends from Wild PlacesA Year of Exploration and Emotional GrowthThis episode invites listeners to explore the transformative power of stepping away from routine through the inspiring journey of Charles Achampong. We discuss the evolving concept of adult gap years, the importance of emotional intelligence in balancing work and life, and how personal experiences shape our values and perspectives. • Discussing the modern relevance of gap years • Exploring the shift in work-life balance perspectives • Historical insights on the origins of the gap year • The significance of emotional intelligence (EQ) in the workplace • The need for a balance between intelligence (IQ) and emotional intelligence (EQ) • Insi...2025-02-0121 min
Funeral Service Insider: The PodcastBrief Introduction: Tanya Scotece, Program Coordinator of Funeral Service Education at Miami Dade CollegeTanya Scotece, Program Coordinator of Funeral Service Education at Miami Dade College, discusses some of her challenges as a death care educator and her reasons for accepting a position on the KB Advisory board.2025-01-2916 minFriends from Wild PlacesDiscovering Growth in the Unplanned MomentsWhat happens when you let play guide your journey to success? Join us as we sit with the inspiring Estrella, who shares how embracing spontaneity and joy can lead to profound personal and professional growth. With heartfelt stories, Estrella takes us through her experiences with the Go Abroad Foundation's impactful work in Zambia and the Philippines, and how a serendipitous opportunity helped her fulfill a personal dream. This episode is a testament to the magic of organic opportunities and the power of supporting grassroots initiatives that bring about meaningful change.Estrella Quiroz2025-01-1816 minFriends from Wild PlacesBuilding Impactful Connections in BusinessEstrella's entrepreneurial journey is nothing short of inspiring, and in this episode, she opens up about her transition from the corporate world to launching her innovative platform, Lastfarewells.com. Discover how a chance encounter at Art Basel transformed her path, leading to an unexpected opportunity with the Players Impact Fund. Estrella emphasizes the significance of user feedback in the beta phase of her platform, offering both free and premium versions to cater to different needs. As a testament to her networking prowess, she shares how participating in a female founders accelerator in New York helped her refine her business...2025-01-1125 minFriends from Wild PlacesBridging Emotional Gaps in Farewell MessagesLosing a loved one can be an overwhelming experience, leaving us grappling with unsaid goodbyes and lingering emotions. Estrella Quiroz, co-founder and CEO of Last Farewells, shares a personal story that inspired her to create a platform that helps individuals express those final heartfelt messages. From the moment she listened to a voicemail from her late father, Estrella knew she wanted to bridge the emotional gap in end-of-life planning and ensure that no words are left unspoken. Join us as we explore how Last Farewells is transforming goodbyes into messages of love and legacy.Estrella Quiroz2025-01-0425 minFriends from Wild PlacesInspiring Stories of Courage and SupportJoin us on a journey of courage and transformation as we welcome Barb, a passionate women who candidly shares her inspiring story of overcoming major health challenges. Barb opens up about her personal battles with weight and its consequential impact on her spine, shedding light on the often-overlooked ramifications of health issues. Despite grappling with overwhelming costs and inequities in accessing crucial medications, Barb remains a beacon of hope, encouraging those who feel trapped by their circumstances to hold on for brighter days and more affordable treatments. Her story is a heartfelt reminder of the power of personal connections...2024-12-2122 minFriends from Wild PlacesFinding Strength Through AdversityEver wondered how the fusion of personal determination and groundbreaking medication can redefine lives? This episode showcases the incredible journey of Barb, who shares her brave battle with obesity and its health ramifications, including diabetes. Her candid story reveals the emotional scars left by years of bullying and her encounters with ultra-processed foods and medications like Trulicity and the controversial fen-phen. Despite the heart valve damage caused by fen-phen, Barb's resilience shines through as she narrates her transformative path toward health. Her story isn't just about weight loss; it's a powerful tale of reclaiming one's life and finding hope...2024-12-1419 min