From There to Here

Ron 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 speakers land paid gigs, leverage smaller stages to get bigger opportunities, and turn speaking into a marketing engine. Now based in Medellín, Colombia, he manages an international team of employees across South America and Europe.Learn more about Ron Story Jr.:www.ronstoryjr.comwww.speakerhub.comTo learn more, visit:linkedin.com/in/jason-Shupp-18b4619bListen to more episodes on Mission Matters:https://missionmatters.com/author/Jason-Shupp/

Julian 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 through continued education and the sharing of ideas. With more than 1,000 members and 100 employees, Nexstar Network offers professional coaching, expert training, and valuable resources to help the world’s best tradespeople become the world’s best businesspeople.Learn more about Julian Scadden:https://www.linkedin.com/in/julianscadden/julians@nexstarnetwork.comTo learn more, visit:linkedin.com/in/jason-Shupp-18b4619bListen to more episodes on Mission Matters:https://missionmatters.com/author/Jason-Shupp/

In 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 are measurable, repeatable, and connect with deep human needs.Eric’s work and podcast focus on understanding the motivations and desires of the people behind communications and leadership—both the teams executing it and the audiences they aim to reach.Learn more about Eric Pratum:https://bigwidesky.com https://unfoldingthought.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericpratum/ eric@inboundandagile.comTo learn more, visit:linkedin.com/in/jason-Shupp-18b4619bListen to more episodes on Mission Matters:https://missionmatters.com/author/Jason-Shupp/

In 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 unique value. He uses authentic storytelling to drive culture and generate business. John often works with businesses that have a great story, but the unique value is not being told to the specific target audiences the way THEY need to experience it.Learn more about John Knicely:https://www.storyonpurpose.com/linkedin.com/in/john-knicelyjohn@storyonpurpose.comTo learn more, visit:linkedin.com/in/jason-Shupp-18b4619bListen to more episodes on Mission Matters:https://missionmatters.com/author/Jason-Shupp/

Dr. 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 affiliated with Harvard Medical School.  Dr. Kate uses a strengths-based approach to help her clients improve their confidence in school, sports and life while helping them to become more resilient and reach their full potential at all levels.Outside of her work, she enjoys spending time with her husband and twin boys exploring the outdoors of the Pacific Northwest and she can often be found on the golf courses.https://www.katelundspeaks.com/The Optimized Mind - Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-optimized-mind/id1648306501?i=1000581545932To learn more, visit:linkedin.com/in/jason-Shupp-18b4619bListen to more episodes on Mission Matters:https://missionmatters.com/author/Jason-Shupp/

Glenn 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 of focus. Glenn’s life experiences and core values are the center of his purpose. Having worked from seasonal maintenance to City Manager and now consultant and business owner over a 30-year career, he’s observed a connection between fulfillment at work and happiness at home. He has an intense desire to improve the lives of everyone he works with. Glenn creates environments that are innovative, inclusive, growing, and rich in communication and respect. His Human Centered program empowers teams and leaders to overcome and succeed together.https://akramoff.com/The Human Side of Work : Redefining Workplace SuccessListen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/getting-started/id1750303750?i=1000657832054To learn more, visit:linkedin.com/in/jason-Shupp-18b4619bListen to more episodes on Mission Matters:https://missionmatters.com/author/Jason-Shupp/

Terri 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 the art of asking thoughtful questions, deeply listening to the answers, and building insightful solutions.A self-proclaimed recovering workaholic, Terri now embraces a balanced life in her adopted home of Long Beach, California, where she finds joy in being a present wife, mother, and individual.To learn more, visit:linkedin.com/in/jason-Shupp-18b4619bListen to more episodes on Mission Matters:https://missionmatters.com/author/Jason-Shupp/

Jose 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 by nature and annually delivers various lectures to high school age youth about financial literacy. He sits on the Board of Managers at the Mid-Valley YMCA, Para Los Ninos Charter Schools and serves as the President for Los Angeles chapter of the National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals. Jose is a published author and host of the Hispanic Wealth Matters Podcast.www.linkedin.com/in/tejadalending https://www.rate.com/loan-officers/jose-tejada-765390Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/welcome-to-hispanic-wealth-matters/id1672129326?i=1000599823652To learn more, visit:linkedin.com/in/jason-Shupp-18b4619bListen to more episodes on Mission Matters:https://missionmatters.com/author/Jason-Shupp/

Shea 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 (mBit) Coach.To learn more, visit:linkedin.com/in/jason-Shupp-18b4619bListen to more episodes on Mission Matters:https://missionmatters.com/author/Jason-Shupp/

Patrice 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 is the host of the podcast, The Burnout Club. https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrice-bonfiglio/The Burnout Club - Debut Episodehttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-burnout-club/id1766321054?i=1000668192561To learn more, visit:linkedin.com/in/jason-Shupp-18b4619bListen to more episodes on Mission Matters:https://missionmatters.com/author/Jason-Shupp/