Graduating from high school on the same day as Bobby Kennedy died, Master Teacher, Theatre Director, and Speech Coach Carol Ottoson dedicates her life to service through her thirty-year teaching career. We circle together to hear how she builds relationships with students and colleagues, creates connections through her spiritual gift of hospitality and an open heart, and honors her parents' legacy in small and large ways. Mentor to so many and now to you, Carol Ottoson.   

English Educator, Speech Coach, and Leader of Student Leaders reflects on how his own experiences of tragic loss shape the way he finds purpose in the present and strength through his "Tomorrow" mindset.  

This Star Wars and superhero fan reflects on life lessons of Joseph Campbell's work, the importance of collaboration, and continuous growth cycles.

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In the first in the series, Surrounded by Grace, future co-host Mackenzie Madsen talks about leading an integrated life of purpose. As an English educator, public speaking coach, community leader of young people, and small business owner in the area of wedding and party planning and decor, Mackenzie shares her unique path as an everyday leader, willing to embrace new adventures.  

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Join us, two everyday leaders, led by a spirit of grace, working to lead right where our feet are planted. Here we’ll circle together for conversations with leaders from all backgrounds and hear their stories. We’ll see how intentional lives are led and dive into the tools, mindsets, communication methods, collaborative strategies, and self-care that make it all possible.

The whole story of leadership is vast. For every success, there are moments of doubt, and for every experienced CEO there is a young entrepreneur with an idea they just can’t keep to themselves. We’re excited to share the experiences of seasoned and emergent leaders in their own words, and, maybe, unleash the future leader within you.

Hosted by Karina Nelsen and Mackenzie Madsen, two educators, public speaking coaches, and more. Full bios at leadwithgrace.net.

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