Victoria Schneps, president and co-publisher of Schneps Media, built her media empire from a single publication into 80 outlets across major cities. In this conversation, she shares the emotional journey of advocating for her daughter with disabilities, which sparked significant reform. She reflects on local journalism's evolution while recalling the challenges of starting a newspaper. The discussion also touches on community growth and the pressing need for affordable housing, revealing how businesses are adapting to address these issues.