From There to Here

Joshua 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 excellence in everything they do.As Founder of Here to Healthy, the team helps organizations build healthy teams and systems that lead to lasting success. We work with companies to optimize their culture, leadership, and operations for sustainable growth.As Co-Founder of 6 Levers, he helps organizations unlock their full potential using a framework that addresses the key people, process, and technology challenges that impact long-term success.In his role as CEO & Co-Founder of Mission Matters Group, he leads a team that is dedicated to serving and transforming nonprofit organizations, relentlessly focused on understanding the challenges they face and helping them thrive.When Joshua is not working, you'll find him adventuring in nature—whether it's hiking through Colorado’s mountains, exploring new trails, or simply soaking in the beauty of the outdoors. To learn more, visit:linkedin.com/in/jason-Shupp-18b4619bListen to more episodes on Mission Matters:https://missionmatters.com/author/Jason-Shupp/

Brian 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 podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/strategy-ladders-podcast/id1778109904?i=1000675821231To learn more, visit:linkedin.com/in/jason-Shupp-18b4619bListen to more episodes on Mission Matters:https://missionmatters.com/author/Jason-Shupp/

Join Brian Piper, an author and AI consultant, as he delves into his transition from a stable university role to full-time consulting. He shares insights on leveraging AI to enhance community engagement and building authentic connections with audiences. Discover the balance between utilizing technology and fostering genuine relationships, while exploring the challenges of tech adoption. Brian also emphasizes the importance of trust in AI expertise and the ethical considerations of AI in marketing and community building.

Mahaveer 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 him to learn and mature as an individual and SourceSelect at large. SourceSelect has been the focus of his professional life and an incredible spiritual journey.Mahaveer's first book "Inside the heart of a Global Entrepreneur" was released, click below for more details on the book and his journey.https://www.mahaveer.net/my-books/To learn more, visit:linkedin.com/in/jason-Shupp-18b4619bListen to more episodes on Mission Matters:https://missionmatters.com/author/Jason-Shupp/

Eva 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 trusted expert in their corner. Most speakers are simply too close to their content, and that’s where Eva steps in.She helps clients shape their message, elevate their storytelling, and deliver it with confidence, authenticity, and just the right dose of humor—the kind of talk only they can give. Whether the goal is more impact, longer lines at the book table, or higher-paying speaking gigs, Eva believes it all starts with great content. She offers 1:1 coaching as well as public speaking training for teams. As Dave Ramsey put it, “Eva helped me and The Ramsey Personalities with talks for several years… she’s smart, energetic, creative, and fun to work with developing world-class communication.”Get her free guide "10 Things NOT to Say in a Speech" or sign up for her bi-weekly newsletter at thespeakshop.com. To learn more, visit:linkedin.com/in/jason-Shupp-18b4619bListen to more episodes on Mission Matters:https://missionmatters.com/author/Jason-Shupp/

Helmi 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 comfort to culinary, from traditional to modern.   In between cooking classes, chef’s tables, and dinners in the field, Helmi is traveling the world exploring the foods, cooking techniques, and latest trends.https://helmismeulders.com/To learn more, visit:linkedin.com/in/jason-Shupp-18b4619bListen to more episodes on Mission Matters:https://missionmatters.com/author/Jason-Shupp/

Adam 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 capture additional value, Adam has created multiple leadership approaches that are utilized by thousands of people every day. Adam’s industry experience includes technology companies, consulting services, financial services, energy operations, and reliable delivery of the world's largest megaprojects. His recent book "(Re)Value” identifies oft-neglected strategies for sustainably increasing profit margins by tapping into human nature to reveal what customers and employees value and for which they will happily pay or contribute more.  Adam grew up in a two-story log cabin outside of Nashville, built by his 7th generation grandfather prior to Tennessee becoming a State. He now resides with his wife and son in the quaint seaside village of Del Mar, California. https://www.adamwallace.comhttps://www.amazon.com/Re-value-Raise-Prices-Legacy/dp/1637426062To learn more, visit:linkedin.com/in/jason-Shupp-18b4619bListen to more episodes on Mission Matters:https://missionmatters.com/author/Jason-Shupp/

Scott 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.Scott’s expertise extends into the realm of exit and legacy planning, helping business owners navigate the human side of transition. He understands that exits are more than financial transactions—they are deeply personal transformations that require identity, purpose, and legacy considerations. By helping entrepreneurs envision their post-exit lives, Scott ensures they move forward with confidence, fulfillment, and a well-defined legacy.His approach combines visionary planning with iterative execution, ensuring tangible results and sustainable growth. His clients consistently surpass their own expectations, unlocking potential and achieving transformative breakthroughs.Beyond his professional pursuits, Scott cherishes his roles as a devoted husband, father, and proud "Poppy" to his grandchildren. A pianist, spreadsheet enthusiast, and avid coffee connoisseur, he infuses passion and precision into every facet of his life.Connect with Scott:•LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottcouchenour/•Website: https://www.servingstrong.com•Email: coach@servingstrong.com To learn more, visit:linkedin.com/in/jason-Shupp-18b4619bListen to more episodes on Mission Matters:https://missionmatters.com/author/Jason-Shupp/

Lisette 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 rights lawyer, but after a few detours, reality led her (back) to the ocean. Lisette eventually started Lionfish Caribbean, where they’re helping to tackle the invasive lionfish problem by catching them, and turning them into delicious LionDishes and beautiful jewelry. She strongly believes that long-term real change comes from businesses, not so much from non-profits, and that sustainable solutions can be both impactful and profitable. For her, life is all about moving forward, opening your eyes and staying connected to the world around you. And if you want things to be different, then change it! Learn more about Lissete:www.lionfishcaribbean.comTo learn more, visit:linkedin.com/in/jason-Shupp-18b4619bListen to more episodes on Mission Matters:https://missionmatters.com/author/Jason-Shupp/

Chris 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 seriously. This has, at times, made me an odd fit in corporate settings. Turns out, enthusiasm and curiosity don’t always pair well with boardrooms. But they do go well with entertaining and teaching.I got into cocktails because a book showed me how simple they can be to make, and I wanted to share that with my friends. One thing led to another, and somehow, this became a business.For all the romanticization of entrepreneurship, Marc Andreessen sums it up best: "Entrepreneurs only ever experience two emotions: euphoria and terror." I’ve found that to be viscerally true. The upside? These are also the moments when you feel most alive.To balance this boozy rollercoaster, I have a never miss morning coffee routine, meditate and swim (sometimes), cook, and send my friends a mix of absurd and heartfelt messages. Website: decodingcocktails.comPodcast: Decoding Cocktails PodcastLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/clebeau/Contact: info@decodingcocktails.comTo learn more, visit:linkedin.com/in/jason-Shupp-18b4619bListen to more episodes on Mission Matters:https://missionmatters.com/author/Jason-Shupp/