Leaders In The Spotlight

Season 04 Episode 08

Theresa Lowe is the Founder/Executive Director of the Lowe Family Foundation. Her dedication to this work connects her to a linage of community advocacy by way of her grandmother, who was an avid organizer and volunteer. Theresa’s core values focus on creating the highest level of academic excellence. Having a background in early childhood education, she uses her passion for encouraging young people to guide and uplift their respective communities. Visionary in her leadership, she often steps up to organize, plan and administer impactful community projects and activities; as demonstrated by her receipt of the Curren D. Price SHero award in 2015. Theresa has contributed to organizations that encourage high levels of student/parent participation. And has served as an advisor and led fundraising committees for numerous causes and educational institutions. The loss of access to learning and resources during the time of Covid has further amplified her drive to improving social and academic wellness.

Favorite Quote:

"You can't lead the people if you don't love the people.

You can't save the people if you don't serve the people."

- Dr. Cornel West

https://www.linkedin.com/in/theresa-lowe/

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Opening Song Credit DONNIE MCCLURKIN I'M WALKING WE DO NOT OWN THE RIGHTS TO THE MUSIC

Season 04 Episode 07

Angela Lee is a seasoned professional with a robust thirteen-year background in community development, sales, and non-profit initiatives. Executive Director of Harambee Ministries and Pastor on Staff of Fellowship Church. Angela Lee embodies a "listen-first" leadership approach. Examining the mission and vision of any team allows her to find alignment with her core values. Angela's skill set and experience are tailored to enhance the team's capabilities. Prioritizing active listening, cultural understanding, and identifying areas for improvement, she relies on absorbing institutional knowledge as a cornerstone of effective leadership. This approach empowers her to make informed decisions and build trust within the team.

Guest: Angela Lee

https://www.linkedin.com/in/angela-scott-lee-105414242/

https://www.harambeeministries.org/

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Opening Song Credit DONNIE MCCLURKIN I'M WALKING WE DO NOT OWN THE RIGHTS TO THE MUSIC

Season 04 Episode 07

Angela Lee is a seasoned professional with a robust thirteen-year background in community development, sales, and non-profit initiatives. Executive Director of Harambee Ministries. Angela Lee embodies a "listen-first" leadership approach. Examining the mission and vision of any team allows her to find alignment with her core values. Angela's skill set and experience are tailored to enhance the team's capabilities. Prioritizing active listening, cultural understanding, and identifying areas for improvement, she relies on absorbing institutional knowledge as a cornerstone of effective leadership. This approach empowers her to make informed decisions and build trust within the team.

Guest: Angela Lee

https://www.linkedin.com/in/angela-scott-lee-105414242/

https://www.harambeeministries.org/

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Opening Song Credit DONNIE MCCLURKIN I'M WALKING WE DO NOT OWN THE RIGHTS TO THE MUSIC

Season 4 Episode 6

Beny Ashburn CEO & CO-FOUNDER of Crowns & Hops Brewing Co. a Black-Owend Craft Beer Brand. Brand Architect Beny works collaboratively with creative minds to craft identities that truly resonate! As an Innovation Catalyst, she drives transformative change through strategies that push boundaries, while as a Creative Visionary. Beny leads bold campaigns that captivate and elevate brands, making them unforgettable in a competitive landscape. Her greatest strength lies in bringing together diverse teams across divisions to work seamlessly toward a shared vision, creating exceptional content and compelling stories that leave a lasting impact. Her areas of expertise are Brand Identity & Design, Marketing Strategy, Storytelling, Communications, Consumer Engagement, Ethical Marketing, Project Management, Strategic Partnerships, Concept Development & Execution EDUCATION

Guest: Beny Ashburn

www.benyashburn.com

https://www.instagram.com/benyashburn/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/beny-ashburn-0559314/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_E1hGHkXIS0

https://crownsandhops.com/

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Opening Song Credit DONNIE MCCLURKIN I'M WALKING WE DO NOT OWN THE RIGHTS TO THE MUSIC

Season 4 Episode 6

CEO & CO-FOUNDER of Crowns & Hops Brewing Co. a Black-Owend Craft Beer Brand. Brand Architect Beny Ashburn works collaboratively with creative minds to craft identities that truly resonate! As an Innovation Catalyst, she drives transformative change through strategies that push boundaries, while as a Creative Visionary. Beny leads bold campaigns that captivate and elevate brands, making them unforgettable in a competitive landscape. Her greatest strength lies in bringing together diverse teams across divisions to work seamlessly toward a shared vision, creating exceptional content and compelling stories that leave a lasting impact.

Her areas of expertise are Brand Identity & Design, Marketing Strategy, Storytelling, Communications, Consumer Engagement, Ethical Marketing, Project Management, Strategic Partnerships, Concept Development & Execution EDUCATION

Guest: Beny Ashburn

www.benyashburn.com

https://www.instagram.com/benyashburn/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/beny-ashburn-0559314/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_E1hGHkXIS0

https://crownsandhops.com/

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Opening Song Credit DONNIE MCCLURKIN I'M WALKING WE DO NOT OWN THE RIGHTS TO THE MUSIC

Season 4 Episode 5

Naomi Ackerman is the founder and executive director of Advot, a California-based nonprofit dedicated to empowering system-impacted and incarcerated youth through theatre-based curriculums. At the heart of her work is a commitment to teaching communication, fostering healthy relationships, and helping participants find and use their voices to create meaningful change in their lives.

Naomi wrote, directed, and performs the internationally acclaimed one-woman show “Flowers Aren’t Enough.” Performed over 2000 times across the globe, including at the United Nations’ Commission for the Status of Women, the show addresses the realities of domestic violence and has been translated into four languages. With more than three decades of experience as an actress, consultant, and facilitator, Naomi uses storytelling and interactive workshops to inspire self-empowerment, nurture connection, and spark transformative change in diverse communities.

Her work has been recognized with numerous honors, including: AJWS (American Jewish World Service) Global Justice Fellowship KCET and Union Bank Local Heroes Award International Women Achievers Award for Community Leadership Covenant Award for Excellence in Jewish Education.

Above all, Naomi is a proud mother to her three brilliant daughters—Zohar, Ella, and Hadar—who inspire her work every day.

Guest: Naomi Ackerman

https://www.advot.org/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/naomi-ackerman-9a055310a/

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Executive Producer -Kimberly Sparks

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Podcast Set: KITS Production Studio with Purpose in Van Nuys, CA

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Graphic Designer: Sonya Deberry

Opening Song Credit DONNIE MCCLURKIN I'M WALKING WE DO NOT OWN THE RIGHTS TO THE MUSIC

Season 4 Episode 5

Naomi Ackerman is the founder and executive director of Advot, a California-based nonprofit dedicated to empowering system-impacted and incarcerated youth through theatre-based curriculums. At the heart of her work is a commitment to teaching communication, fostering healthy relationships, and helping participants find and use their voices to create meaningful change in their lives.

Naomi wrote, directed, and performs the internationally acclaimed one-woman show “Flowers Aren’t Enough.” Performed over 2000 times across the globe, including at the United Nations’ Commission for the Status of Women, the show addresses the realities of domestic violence and has been translated into four languages.

With more than three decades of experience as an actress, consultant, and facilitator, Naomi uses storytelling and interactive workshops to inspire self-empowerment, nurture connection, and spark transformative change in diverse communities.

Her work has been recognized with numerous honors, including:

AJWS (American Jewish World Service) Global Justice Fellowship

KCET and Union Bank Local Heroes Award

International Women Achievers Award for Community Leadership

Covenant Award for Excellence in Jewish Education

Above all, Naomi is a proud mother to her three brilliant daughters—Zohar, Ella, and Hadar—who inspire her work every day.

Guest: Naomi Ackerman

https://www.advot.org/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/naomi-ackerman-9a055310a/

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Book: / Not Your 9-to-5 Girl: A dreamer's journey from the corporate jungle to the joy of social entrepreneurship

https://www.amazon.com/Not-Your-Girl-corporate-entrepreneurship/dp/0692921656

Executive Producer - Kimberly Sparks

Producer, Editor, Cinematographer and Sound Engineer - Ed Broaddus & Kids in the Spotlight Interns.

Podcast Set: KITS Production Studio with Purpose in Van Nuys, CA

Producer/Media: Jaszmin Kuhner

Graphic Designer: Sonya Deberry

Opening Song Credit DONNIE MCCLURKIN I'M WALKING WE DO NOT OWN THE RIGHTS TO THE MUSIC

Season 4 Episode 4

David Garelick is a highly respected leader and trusted advisor to high-net-worth individuals, families, and businesses, with over 35 years of expertise in comprehensive wealth management and financial planning. As President and CEO of Global Business Management since 1999, David has dedicated his career to guiding clients through the complexities of financial decision-making with a steadfast commitment to integrity, professionalism, and personalized service.

David’s career began at Global Business Management in 1987, where he embraced the firm’s legacy of excellence and client-first philosophy established by his mentors. His father, Louis H. Garelick, served as President/CEO from 1985-1999, and the firm’s founder, Lee B. Winkler, held the role from 1960-1984. Under David’s leadership, Global has expanded its reputation as a premier financial services provider, known for ethical stewardship and unwavering dedication to client success. David earned his undergraduate degree from UCLA and an MBA from California Lutheran University. He holds the distinguished designations of Enrolled Agent (EA) and Certified Financial PlannerTM (CFP®), demonstrating his commitment to professional excellence and mastery of complex financial disciplines. David remains an active member of the National Association of Enrolled Agents (NAEA) and the Financial Planning Association (FPA), staying at the forefront of industry’s best practices and regulatory standards.

His commitment to service extends beyond his profession, as he serves on the boards of multiple non-profit and for-profit organizations, contributing his financial acumen to support their missions and objectives.

Guest: DavidGarelick

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Opening Song Credit DONNIE MCCLURKIN I'M WALKING WE DO NOT OWN THE RIGHTS TO THE MUSIC

Season 4 Episode 4

David Garelick is a highly respected leader and trusted advisor to high-net-worth individuals, families, and businesses, with over 35 years of expertise in comprehensive wealth management and financial planning. As President and CEO of Global Business Management since 1999, David has dedicated his career to guiding clients through the complexities of financial decision-making with a steadfast commitment to integrity, professionalism, and personalized service.

David’s career began at Global Business Management in 1987, where he embraced the firm’s legacy of excellence and client-first philosophy established by his mentors. His father, Louis H. Garelick, served as President/CEO from 1985-1999, and the firm’s founder, Lee B. Winkler,

held the role from 1960-1984. Under David’s leadership, Global has expanded its reputation as a premier financial services provider, known for ethical stewardship and unwavering dedication to client success.

David earned his undergraduate degree from UCLA and an MBA from California Lutheran University. He holds the distinguished designations of Enrolled Agent (EA) and Certified Financial PlannerTM (CFP®), demonstrating his commitment to professional excellence and mastery of complex financial disciplines. David remains an active member of the National Association of Enrolled Agents (NAEA) and the Financial Planning Association (FPA), staying at the forefront of industry’s best practices and regulatory standards. His commitment to service extends beyond his profession, as he serves on the boards of multiple non-profit and for-profit organizations, contributing his financial acumen to support their missions and objectives.

Guest: DavidGarelick

https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-garelick-ea-cfp%C2%AE-aif%C2%AE-3827091/

https://www.gbmi.com/david-garelick/

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Executive Producer - Kimberly Sparks

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Podcast Set: KITS Production Studio with Purpose in Van Nuys, CA

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Opening Song Credit DONNIE MCCLURKIN I'M WALKING WE DO NOT OWN THE RIGHTS TO THE MUSIC

Fatima Djelmane Rodriguez, a native Angeleno from the San Gabriel Valley, is the first Latina CEO of Ronald McDonald House Charities of Southern California (RMHCSC), the largest RMHC chapter in North America. Fatima is a visionary leader, passionate about family-centered care and RMHCSC’s role in providing a crucial lifeline to families with children facing serious medical crises. Her leadership approach and contributions to the nonprofit sector were recently recognized by the Los Angeles Business Journal when Fatima was selected as one of four finalists for nonprofit Executive of the year.

A graduate of USC and the University of Texas at Austin, Fatima's dedication to community service led her to an impactful seven-and-a-half-year tenure at Proyecto Pastoral, the birthplace of Homeboy Industries, where she played a pivotal role in enhancing the organization's infrastructure and solidifying its long-term financial stability. In 2013, she joined Camp Ronald McDonald for Good Times as Development Director, driven by the mission to improve the lives of children with cancer and their families. Her success in fundraising saw her rise to the role of Executive Director in 2017, and in January 2022, she assumed the position of CEO, overseeing RMHCSC's seven Ronald McDonald Houses, three Family Rooms, and Camp Ronald McDonald for Good Times. She is committed to building the foundation that will take RMHCSC into the next 50 years, establishing the organization as a best-in-class nonprofit exemplifying excellence and innovation in all it does.

Beyond her professional accomplishments, Fatima is dedicated to mentoring young professionals both inside and outside the organization, nurturing the next generation of leaders in the nonprofit sector. She also cherishes time with her husband Lucio and two daughters, Alejandra and Emma. Fatima's leadership is characterized by her unwavering commitment to service, advocacy, and community, making her a dynamic force in the nonprofit world.

Guest: Fatima Djelmane Rodriguez

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Opening Song Credit DONNIE MCCLURKIN I'M WALKING WE DO NOT OWN THE RIGHTS TO THE MUSIC