What does it take to build a business that transforms lives for decades? In this episode of Because People Matter, host Dr. Helen Fagan sits down with Miren Oca, founder of Ocaquatics Swim School in Miami. Miren shares how she turned an unexpected life pivot into a thriving business with five locations and 165 team members. From creating a leadership development culture and practicing open-book management to transitioning 100% of her company into employee ownership, Miren reveals how purpose-driven leadership can change communities. She also discusses her nonprofit, Ripples of Impact, which provides swim lessons, financial literacy, and environmental education for underserved youth. If you enjoy podcasts like How I Built This or We Can Do Hard Things, you’ll love this inspiring conversation about resilience, servant leadership, and living your legacy every day.

Episode References:

TEDx Omaha – https://www.tedxomaha.com

Ocaquatics Swim School – https://www.ocaquatic.com

Helen Fagan – https://www.helenfagan.com

Ripples of Impact – https://www.ripplesofimpact.org

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