This week we have the honor to learn more about the phenomenal story of Mr. Kick Lee.

Kick was born and raised in Cincinnati, Ohio - but his childhood was mostly spent in the Foster Care system. Despite the obstacles he faced growing up, one thing stayed consistent - his passion for music.

Mr. Lee obtained his associates degree in Communication Design before earning his Bachelors Degree in Music Production. He has over sixteen years of experience working in the music industry and has had his musical works licensed and places in advertisements with brands such as Disney, Toyota, Samsung and many more.

Currently, Kick is the Founder and Executive Director of Cincinnati Music Accelerator which is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. CMA is Ohio’s first music career accelerator organization focused on making Cincinnati a music city through job placement and education.

Over the last 4 years, CMA has grown tremendously and continues to flourish. Since opening, CMA has served 185 musicians each year, $100K paid to musicians, and serves 10 different communities. Kick Lee’s passion for music and the work he does is truly commendable. Breaking down barriers for musicians any way possible.

Want to learn more and feel inspired? Tune in now to hear Kick’s amazing story!

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Kick Lee’s Information:

Email: [email protected] or [email protected]

This week we take a deep dive into the phenomenal story of Jay York.

Jay was born and raised in Covington, KY by his beautiful mother - Michelle York. His mother has played a huge role in his life, as she is one of his biggest supporters. Until his later years of high school, Jay felt he never had a role model that every kid needs. Which is why he lives every day in his purpose by writing his own story.

Jay is a proud graduate of Holmes High School; upon graduating in 2017 he headed off to Lindsay Wilson College on a football scholarship. As a first generation student, college was a huge chapter in Jay’s story. After one year at LWC, Jay decided to transfer to Western Kentucky University where he just recently graduated with a double major in Criminology and Sociology.

Throughout his journey in life, Jay has experienced many lessons and he currently is using his voice to help others as a motivational speaker. In the meantime, Jay is an entrepreneur and is in the process of rebranding his clothing line.

Want to feel inspired? Tune in now to hear Jay’s amazing story!

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Jay York’s Information:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamjayyork/

This week Timothy F. Bryson hops on the pod to tell his story and how he is walking in his purpose.

Tim is a Cincinnati native, where he attends St. Xavier High School before going on to compete as a D1 Track and Field athlete at Costal Carolina University before transferring to the University of South Carolina where he studied Athletic Training.

He always knew he was destined for much more than being an athletic trainer - which is why he furthered his education at The Ohio State University by earning a masters degree in Higher Education and Student Affairs. Upon graduating, Tim spent time with the NCAA as a post graduate intern in the Leadership Department.

Currently, future Dr. Bryson is working on his PhD at the University of Maryland in Student Affairs while serving as the Program Director for Student Athlete Career Development. Every day Tim walks with purpose and makes a difference.

Outside of his work at UMD, Tim is the Founder and President of Walk With TFB, LLC. Which is a declaration to identify passion, inspire vision, and walk with purpose. He is also the host of the Walk With TFB Podcast in which he is a black millennial who is having unfiltered conversations with anthemic people centered on education, sport, and culture.

Tune in now and hear Tim’s phenomenal story.

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Timothy F. Bryson Information:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/timothyfbryson/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/timothyfbryson

Website: https://www.instagram.com/timothyfbryson/

Season Three, Episode Five

This week we are taking a dive into Dr. Christian E. Gausvik - who is a primary care physician in Cincinnati, Ohio.

Christian grew up in Northern Kentucky, but during his junior year of high school his family moved across the country. This pivotal moment defined a lot in Christian’s story, which ultimately lead him back to Cincinnati where he obtained his bachelors degree from Xavier University and attended Med School at the University of Cincinnati.

During this conversation, we learn about Christian’s story and how he founded the Giving Voice Foundation, but most importantly we learn about what ignytes his why and the currently work he is doing in the medical field to help with the advancement of LGBTQ care and access.

Listen to Christian's story now!

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Dr. Christian Guasvik’s Information:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doctor.g.md/

Giving Voice Foundation: https://givingvoicefdn.org

This week Trevon Bruch hops on the podcast to give us more insight on his story and how his upbringing help shaped him into who he is today, but more importantly we figure out his true purpose in life.

Trevon was born and raised in Covington, Kentucky. He is currently the Founder and CEO of SaveWave Technology which focuses on creating a safer environment for individuals who are Deaf/Hard of Hearing through a parent pending wearable device.

As a young professional, Trevon has always had a business mindset and wanted to be a role model for other kids in Covington. SafeWave has allowed him to leave not only an impact on Covington, but the world. Each day SaveWave is taking the steps to help the Deaf/HOH community - during this episode we learn more about Trevon’s journey and how SafeWave came to life.

Tune in now to hear Trevon’s story.

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Trevon’s Information:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trevonbruch/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/trevon.bruch

Email: [email protected]

SafeWave Information:

Website: https://www.safewavetech.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/safewavetech/

Season Three, Episode Two

During this episode, Lauren tells us more of her story and how big of an impact her family has played in her life, but also how important it is to spread happiness in this crazy world.

Lauren Volzer was born and raised in Vermillion, Ohio - which is a small town between Cedar Point and Cleveland, Ohio. Currently, Lauren is a senior at the University of Cincinnati where she studies Sport Administration with a double minor in Marketing and Business Administration.

As a young professional, she has many years of experience working in sports. Landing roles with UC’s Athletic Department, FC Cincinnati, and most recently Northern Kentucky University. Lauren intends to pursue her MBA upon graduating in May of 2022.

Tune in now to learn more about Lauren, her story, and what truly ignytes her why.

How can I support this podcast moving forward?

Instagram: @IgnyteYourWhy - https://www.instagram.com/ignyteyourwhy/

Twitter: @IgnyteYourWhy - https://twitter.com/ignyteyourwhy

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ignyteyourwhy

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/austin-gullett/

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Lauren’s Information:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lauren_volzer/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauren-volzer/

Season Three, Episode One

In the season three premiere we have the honor to meet David Choate, the Founder and Artistic Director of Revolution Dance Theatre - a nonprofit dedicated to building cultural diversity in dance and leveling the playing field for minority dance students.

David was born in Charlotte, North Carolina but was raise in Cincinnati, OH. It wasn’t until later on, where he found his passion for the Arts. David graduated from the School of Creative and Performing Arts in Cincinnati where he majored in Dance and Stage Management.

During this conversation, we learn more about David’s journey in the Arts, his reason behind creating Revolution Dance Theatre, and most importantly what ignytes his why.

Get ready to listen, this is a story you won’t want to miss.

How can I support this podcast moving forward?

Instagram: @IgnyteYourWhy - https://www.instagram.com/ignyteyourwhy/

Twitter: @IgnyteYourWhy - https://twitter.com/ignyteyourwhy

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/austin-gullett/

Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ignyte-your-why/support

David’s Information:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/david.choate.54

Revolution Dance Theatre Information:

Website: https://www.revodance.com

Dear Brown Boy Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ceWzbqhJt1M

SEASON TWO, EPISODE FIFTEEN

On the season finale of Ignyte Your Why, we get to meet the lovely Lisa Hyde-Miller! Lisa has a heart of gold and makes a difference in her community every single day! She was born and raised in Cincinnati, Ohio and has received her bachelors degree in Business Administration, as well as her associates degree in Early Childhood Education. Miss Lisa has been the last twenty-three years as the Community Relations Coordinator at the Villages Apartments of Roll Hill in Cincinnati. During this conversation, we learn more about Lisa’s story and what truly ignytes her why!

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How can I support this podcast moving forward?

Instagram: @IgnyteYourWhy - https://www.instagram.com/ignyteyourwhy/

Twitter: @IgnyteYourWhy - https://twitter.com/ignyteyourwhy

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ignyteyourwhy

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/austin-gullett/

Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ignyte-your-why/support

Lisa’s Information:

Email: [email protected]

Phone: 513-542-8333 ext 5

SEASON TWO, EPISODE FOURTEEN

On this episode of Ignyte Your Why, we get to hear the story of Jordan Pingel! Jordan is a former D1 College Volleyball player at the University of Central Florida - where she obtained her bachelors degree in Event Management and minored in Mass Communications. Once her athletic career ended she had to figure out what was next. She recently moved from Florida to Cincinnati, Ohio as she accepted a role with FC Cincinnati as a community relations associate, but before her move to Ohio - Jordan was faced with some obstacles she had to overcome. During this conversation, we learn all about Jordans and her determination, but most importantly what ignytes her why!

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How can I support this podcast moving forward?

Instagram: @IgnyteYourWhy - https://www.instagram.com/ignyteyourwhy/

Twitter: @IgnyteYourWhy - https://twitter.com/ignyteyourwhy

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ignyteyourwhy

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/austin-gullett/

Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ignyte-your-why/support

Jordan’s Information:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jordan_pingel/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/jordanpingel4?lang=en