How to Change the World

What is the biggest predictor of achievement? If you're thinking it's talent, think again. Javelina Founding Partners sit down to discuss this month's book club pick: Grit by Angela Duckworth. Discover how to find your purpose, how to tap into your passion to achieve your wildest dreams, what it means to be a wise parent, and when to give up and when to persevere.

Bridie Farrell is a record-breaking American speed skater and sexual abuse survivor, who has been a vocal champion for legislation around the country that protects the victims of child sex abuse. She was a key voice in the passage of Arizona's against-all-odds HB 2466, which allows survivors of child sex abuse an additional 10 years to sue their abusers.

Bridie talks with Catherine about the pivotal moment that led to publicly sharing what happened to her, her advice to others on how to tell their own story, and what it takes to pass world-changing legislation.

This week Catherine sits down with Dimitri Zakharov, CEO and Co-Founder of Impact Enterprises. His company is focused on helping pioneer socially-conscious outsourcing in Africa and was the first company of its kind in Zambia.

They talk about his job, how Impact Enterprises is providing quality jobs for Zambians, and they get a bit philosophical about what it takes to change the world.

ICYMI: We're reposting Rob DuRay's interview from March in anticipation of this week's celebration.

If you're in the Phoenix area, we hope you can come to celebrate the Colorado expansion and our newest team members at our party this Thursday, May 23rd (bit.ly/javelinaparty2019). You'll have chance to meet Rob himself and learn more about everything that's happening with Javelina.

Daniel Ramos is the Executive Director at One Colorado: the state's leading advocacy organization dedicated to advancing equality for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) Coloradans and their families.

We talk about how Daniel got into politics and advocacy, and the amazing work One Colorado is doing to create a more equal place for the LGBTQ community.

This week, Catherine reconnects with an old friend – Jayson Sime. He opens up about the powerful difference between surviving and thriving, and the changes he made to get beyond survival. They also discuss Jayson's plunge into politics, the importance of self-care, and when he decided to become a yoga teacher. Jayson has led an incredible path to get to where he is today and there's a bit of something for everyone in his story.

Candi CdeBaca is a fifth generation Denverite running for Denver City Council District 9. We talk about her amazing campaign, her vision for Denver, and why she's running to make a change. She's so inspiring and we hope you can listen in and learn about her experiences, and how we can all show up to make a difference in the world.

Jo Ellen Caldwell has led a trailblazing career and is currently a Captain and Paramedic with the Phoenix Fire Department. You name it and she's done it: martial arts, kickboxing, a Doctorate in Physical Therapy, working every position on a fire truck, and so much more. She's committed to empowering and building up others so they can achieve their goals, and her work has earned her the distinction of being the 2019 YWCA First Responder Honoree.

You can learn about Jo Ellen and her incredible journey on the YWCA website.

Paula Cullison is the Founder and President of the Arizona Women's Partnership which awards grants to small charities in AZ that assist underserved women and children. Their amazing work has impacted more than 100,000 women. We talk about advocacy, what she has learned from her travels, and moving ideas into action. Paula is our second incredible guest as we feature YWCA Phoenix Tribute to Leadership Award honorees for the month of April.

You can learn about Paula and her advocacy to uplift women on the YWCA website.