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Steven Preston is not only the heart and helm of Goodwill Industries International, a federation of 154 unique local organizations but also a beacon for collaborative leadership and continual personal growth. In this episode, we dive into the complexities and joys of nonprofit leadership.

Pam Green, president and CEO of Easterseals Redwood, joins us to explore the heart of collaborative leadership and the dynamic challenges of serving a diverse community. As a powerhouse behind a $30 million operation spanning two states, Pam has dedicated her career to championing purpose-driven businesses.

Kendra speaks with Split Second Foundation CEO Mark Raymond, Jr., who offers his answer to the question, "How heavily in the (teams) equation does someone's experience matter to you?" Among other points in their discussion, Mark also has a poignant take on being wrong. This episode is a must listen as we bring this season to a close, with more on the way in 2024!

Kendra joins Mindy Scheier, founder and CEO of the Runway of Dreams Foundation. Prior to launching the nonprofit, she spent more than 20 years working in the fashion industry. Now, she's championing adaptive clothing and working to rebrand the way people with disabilities are viewed, marketed and represented in mainstream America.

Kendra joins Erhardt Preitauer, CEO of CareSource, and one of Glassdoor's highest rated CEOs in the country. In this episode, Erhardt talks about vulnerability as a key aspect of leadership, and how to maintain high-performing, dedicated teams where competition is fierce.

Kendra joins Gordon Hartman, a native San Antonian who sold his highly successful homebuilding business in 2005 to build Morgan’s Wonderland, the world’s first and still the only Ultra-Accessible™, fully-inclusive theme park. Gordon talks about how his daughter inspired his work, what ultra-accessibility means, and how taking initiative can be the great disruptor.

In this episode, Kendra chats with GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) executive, Wanda Hill. Wanda reflects on her career philosophy, especially work-life balance, self-care, and the importance of mission as a motivator to make a difference in the world. She also shares advice for budding leaders.

Kendra joins CEO of CENTURY 21 Mike Miedler. Mike shares what excites him most about CENTURY 21 and how versatility and intention are critical to leadership. He believes the buyer's emotional connection with their home make homeownership so special. They also discuss the important 40-year partnership between CENTURY 21 and Easterseals.

Madison Tevlin (she/her) is an actor, Host, Model, and Advocate. She is known for her impactful work in the "Assume That I Can" campaign for World Down Syndrome Day and her role in "Champions" alongside Woody Harrelson.

Pamela Schuller (she/her) is a passionate disability advocate and stand-up comedian. Pamela shares her journey with Tourette syndrome and how humor has helped her tackle tough conversations about disabilities.

Rachel Lowenstein (she/her), Founder and Culture Expert at Rachel Lowenstein Consulting and Divergent Convergent, explains why “accessibility isn’t just a feature.”

Jennifer Gasner, author and disability activist, explores the importance of supportive workplaces, the power of telling your own story, and addressing misconceptions about disability.