In this energizing Fresh Start conversation, U.S. Marine Officer and award-winning author Olaolu Ogunyemi shares how lessons from the military, parenting, and his bestselling book Crow From the Shadow have shaped his mission to empower the next generation. Through stories of discipline, resilience, and service, Olaolu invites us to reimagine leadership as an act of humility and renewal—one that begins within ourselves and extends to those we influence.

ABOUT Olaolu Ogenyemi:

Olaolu Ogunyemi is a proud U.S. Marine Officer, award-winning author, and passionate leadership mentor on a mission to build strong leaders from the boardroom to the living room. As the founder of Parent-Child-Connect, Olaolu empowers parents, educators, and mentors to bridge the gap with the next generation through practical, purpose-filled strategies.

His children’s book Crow From the Shadow earned critical acclaim and introduced thousands of families to healthy conversations around emotions, choices, and self-worth. Olaolu has also contributed to Forbes, YouVersion, Military Families Magazine, and other national outlets on topics ranging from fatherhood to leading with empathy and discipline.

Whether speaking to emerging leaders, podcast audiences, or classrooms full of children, Olaolu delivers an energizing blend of military precision, parenting wisdom, and soulful storytelling.

Guest Website | Work

• 🌐 Website: https://parent-child-connect.com 
• 📖 Free Resources: https://parent-child-connect.com/free-resources/ 
• 📖 Book: Crow From the Shadow — https://parent-child-connect.com/books 

••▶️ Social: https://linktr.ee/OlaoluOgunyemi

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Hosted by Marcia Ramirez and Stacey Wynn, MDIV, PCC

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Marcia Ramirez is a singer/songwriter, author and non-profit director. To learn more about Marcia Ramirez: https://linktr.ee/marciaramirez

Stacey Wynn is a professional certified coach, speaker and author. To learn more about Stacey and to connect for iEQ9/enneagram coaching: https://linktr.ee/clarityunleashed

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