Leaders In The Spotlight

Season 03 Episode05

Miry Whitehill is an author, nonprofit founder, and executive director of Miry's List, an award-winning nonprofit supporting families resetting as refugees in the United States. In July 2016, Miry founded Miry’s List when a friend introduced her to a family of new arrival Syrian refugees resettling in Los Angeles with kids the same age as her own whose needs were not being met by government agencies. Miry's Ted Talk How To Be A Good Neighbor, has been watched by tens of thousands of people. Miry has a Bachelors of Science in Marketing from University of Maryland, 10 years experience in digital marketing and advertising, is deeply passionate about creating impact through community engagement and technology. Miry loves helping people of all ages and abilities how they can get involved to improve the experience of resettling refugee families in the U.S. Miry's first book, Our World Is A Family, published in March, 2022 by Sourcebooks, sold 30,000 copies in its first year. Miry is mother to Reuben and Sabo, aged 10 and 7.

Guest: Miry Whitehill https://www.ted.com/talks/miry_whitehill_how_to_be_a_good_neighbor?subtitle=en

https://www.linkedin.com/in/mirywhitehill/ https://miryslist.org/

Kids In The Spotlight Production Studio With A Purpose https://kidsinthespotlightproductionstudio.org/

Credits Host - Tige Charity Subscribe To @LeadershipRealitieswithTige here: http://www.youtube.com/@LeadershipRealitieswithTige

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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

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 3 Episode 4

Arzo Yusuf is a political asylum refugee born in Afghanistan, raised in California. She has extensive experience in process development, operations management and business development. Arzo is the 2024 recipient of the Americorps President’s Volunteer Service Award; in 2023 she received the Century City Community Champion Award. Arzo is the Executive Director, and former Board President, of Angels Nest, a non-profit helping homeless foster youth. Her advocacy for foster youth includes the film “Breaking The Cycle” and a TED talk. Drawing from lived experience, she also speaks publicly on behalf of the National Coalition For Domestic Violence. She received a Presential Appointment to serve on the Board of Directors of the League of Women Voters, also sits on the Board of Directors for the Century City Chamber of Commerce, and is the co-Chair of its Women’s Business Council. Her hobbies include sailing, painting, and listening to jazz.

Guest: Arzo Yusuf Executive Director of Angels Nest TLP https://www.angelsnesttlp.org/

@thearzoyusuf

@LAangelsnestTLP

@centurycitycc

Watch her TEDx Talk:  “End Sex Trafficking By Helping Foster Youth”

Watch her Documentary Film About Foster Youth:

“Breaking The Cycle”

Kids In The Spotlight Production Studio With A Purpose https://kidsinthespotlightproductionstudio.org/

Credits Host - Tige Charity

Subscribe To @LeadershipRealitieswithTige here: http://www.youtube.com/@LeadershipRealitieswithTige

Follow us here: Instagram: / https://www.instagram.com/leadershiprealities/

https://www.instagram.com/kidsinthespotlight/

TikTok: / https://www.tiktok.com/@leadershiprealities

Facebook:  / https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61560564615747

Linkedin: / https://www.linkedin.com/in/tige-charity-59614633/

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

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 3 Episode 3

Dr. Collette Alleyne has over two decades of experience in alternative and arts education, with a strong focus on equitable access. Her journey began in Public Charter Schools in Los Angeles, and she now serves as the Chief Education Officer of a nonprofit arts organization. In this role, she spearheads the strategic development and implementation of innovative arts education programs. Dr. Alleyne collaborates closely with executive leadership and program staff to ensure alignment with the organization's mission and vision while keeping the programs relevant to the evolving arts education landscape. She oversees program documentation, evaluation, and impact assessment, working with a dedicated team to build partnerships with community organizations and schools, thus expanding the program's reach and impact.

Guest: Dr. Collette Alleyne

https://www.instagram.com/innercityarts https://www.facebook.com/innercityartsLA/ https://inner-cityarts.org/

Kids In The Spotlight Production Studio With A Purpose https://kidsinthespotlightproductionstudio.org/ Credits Host - Tige Charity

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Linkedin:/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/tige-charity-59614633/

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

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 3 Episode 02

Lydia Floyd is an accomplished nonprofit leader with extensive experience and expertise in various aspects of nonprofit management. As the Founder and CEO of Simple Data Nonprofit Consulting (SDNC), she leverages her experience, knowledge, and skills to support the success of other organizations. Lydia holds a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting and a Masters in Organizational Leadership. Lydia's proficiency in accounting, fundraising, nonprofit management, board development, and more make her a valuable asset for any nonprofit seeking to enhance its operations. In addition to her role at SDNC, Lydia is also the Founder and CEO of Hands4Hope LA, a nonprofit organization and she serves as the treasurer of the board for the American Baptist Churches of LA, Southwest, and Hawaii. These roles demonstrate her commitment to the nonprofit sector and her involvement in fostering the growth and development of organizations.

Lydia Floyd is teaching a CNM class on January 16th - Strategies for Financial Sustainability. For more information https://cnmsocal.org/seminar/strategies-for-financial-sustainability-planning-for-growth-and-stability/

Lydia Floyd's consulting company will host an event on January 29th called "Nonprofit Leaders Unite" and Tige Charity will be one of our speakers. For more information https://www.sdnonprofitconsulting.com/ Hands4Hope LA

The charity she founded will be celebrating 25 years at a Gala at the Republic on March 23rd. For more information https://www.sdnonprofitconsulting.com/

Guest: Lydia Floyd CEO / Founder Hands4Hope [email protected]

Kids In The Spotlight Production Studio With A Purpose https://kidsinthespotlightproductionstudio.org/

Credits Host - Tige Charity — "Subscribe To @LeadershipRealitieswithTige here: http://www.youtube.com/@LeadershipRealitieswithTige

Follow us here: Instagram: / https://www.instagram.com/leadershiprealities/ https://www.instagram.com/kidsinthespotlight/

TikTok: / https://www.tiktok.com/@leadershiprealities

Facebook: / https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61560564615747

Linkedin: / https://www.linkedin.com/in/tige-charity-59614633/

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 Media: Jaszmin Kuhner

Graphic Designer: Sonya Deberry

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

Welcome to Season 3 Episode 1

Leadership Realities with special guest 👏🏽 Matt Strieker CEO of @unitedfriendsla started his leadership journey with the mission of obtaining authority in order to make positive changes! United Friends provides housing and education services to current and former foster youth. Serving LA County since 1979.

Kids In The Spotlight Production Studio With A Purpose https://kidsinthespotlightproductionstudio.org/

Credits Host - Tige Charity —

"Subscribe To @LeadershipRealitieswithTige here: http://www.youtube.com/@LeadershipRealitieswithTige

Follow us here:

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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

Media: Jaszmin Kuhner

Graphic Designer: Sonya Deberry Opening Song Credit DONNIE MCCLURKIN I'M WALKING WE DO NOT OWN THE RIGHTS TO THE MUSIC

#csuite #educate #podcast #leadership #fyp #follow #leadershiprealities #fosteryouth

S02 E10

Our guest Negin Stern specialty is Real Estate and Corporate Law. She has established her own law practice and real estate brokerage specializing in Beverly Hills and surrounding Los Angeles communities, Inland Empire, Orange County, and San Diego, as well as Greater Phoenix, Arizona. With a full team of licensed professionals, LeMark Realty can handle any real estate transaction with precision and excellence resulting in maximum client satisfaction. Ms. Stern founded LeMark Realty in 2007, which is a full service real estate brokerage company operating in Southern California and greater Phoenix. LeMark hand selects real estate professionals to join its team.

Services include: * Residential Real Estate * Commercial Real Estate * Probate * Luxury * Estate Management

Ms. Stern founded Stern Law PC in 2007. Her firm provides General Counsel services to start-up, small, and mid-sized companies in both California and Arizona. She has helped various businesses from real estate, construction, telecommunication, to design and renewable energy companies

. Services include: * Corporate Law * Insurance/Bonds * Contract Law * Employment Law * Real Estate Law * Telecommunications * Renewable Energy

 #csuite #educate #podcast #leadership #fyp #follow #leadershiprealities

Guest: Negin Stern

Attorney I Broker I Rancher I Singer

Instagram Contacts: @negin_stern @lemarkrealty @paubaridgeranch @surfingeverest @negins_music @welcomefordinner @ @n-stern-a8193611/

Kids In The Spotlight @ Production Studio With A Purpose https://kidsinthespotlightproductions...

Credits Host - Tige Charity

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

Media: Jaszmin Kuhner

Graphic Designer: Sonya Deberry

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

S02 E09

Tamika Lamison is a Virginia native who graduated from The American University & Howard University with a BA in Performing Arts & Theatre. She also attended the NY Film Academy & American Film Institute (DWW) for Directing.

In an effort to give back, Tamika created the non-profit, Make A Film Foundation (MAFF) which grants film wishes to children with serious or life-threatening medical conditions by teaming them with noted writers, directors & producers who help them to create short film legacies. She has produced 4 Award winning narrative shorts and over 100 short docs via MAFF.

Guest: Tamika Lamison

https://www.linkedin.com/in/tamikalamison/

https://www.instagram.com/baobabt

/ https://www.instagram.com/makeafilmfoundation/

https://makeafilmfoundation.org/index.html

Kids In The Spotlight https://www.kitsinc.org/

Production Studio With A Purpose https://kidsinthespotlightproductions...

Credits Host - Tige Charity

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

Media: Jaszmin Kuhner

Graphic Designer: Sonya Deberry

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

S2 E8

Lindsey Carnett Named the 2022 Entrepreneur of the Year by West Ventura County Business Alliance, 2021 40 Under Forty Honoree by Conejo Valley Chamber of Commerce, a 2019 Enterprising Woman Honoree, Top Women in PR, a Folio: Magazine 2015 Top Women in Media and featured in the Forbes Most Powerful Women Business Leader issue, Lindsey Carnett has taken her business expertise globally to enlighten marketing peers, clients and students about best practices in using PR to drive sales, improve organic SEO and grow a positive online reputation. Having spoken at high profile national marketing and consumer products conferences and guest lectured at universities, Carnett has gained the reputation as an expert in the field of marketing and public relations.

Guest: Lindsey Carnett

To learn more about Lindsey and Marketing Maven, visit www.marketingmaven.com

www.lindseycarnett.com

 [email protected]

Kids In The Spotlight https://www.kitsinc.org/

Production Studio With A Purpose https://kidsinthespotlightproductions...

Credits

Host - Tige Charity

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

Media: Jaszmin Kuhner

Graphic Designer: Sonya Deberry

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

S02 E07

Regan Williams is CEO of Seen&Heard, an organization she co-founded which seeks to develop the professional character of foster and system-impacted youth ages 16-23. Since its launch in 2019, Seen&Heard has grown in size and impact, and last year the organization served a total of 136 youth, and graduated 29 youth from its professional development program.

Guest: Regan Williams

https://www.seenandheard.org/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/seen-heard/posts/?feedView=all

Kids In The Spotlight https://www.kitsinc.org/

Production Studio With A Purpose https://kidsinthespotlightproductions...

Credits Host - Tige Charity

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

Media: Jaszmin Kuhner

Graphic Designer: Sonya Deberry

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

S02 E06

Lindsay Elliott Executive Director of Happy Trails for Kids has volunteered extensively with the organization, and more recently, serving as a board member, Lindsay is deeply committed to providing enriched life experiences and a meaningful sense of community and stability to youth navigating the child welfare system through the programs offered by Happy Trails for Kids. Under her leadership, Happy Trails has championed the advancement of extracurricular access for children experiencing foster care. Ms. Elliott, in collaboration with her colleagues, has expanded overnight camp adventures, year-round programming and launched specialized initiatives that help young people develop new skills and increase positive relationships. Under her leadership, Happy Trails has championed the advancement of extracurricular access for children experiencing foster care. Ms. Elliott, in collaboration with her colleagues, has expanded overnight camp adventures, year-round programming and launched specialized initiatives that help young people develop new skills and increase positive relationships.

Guest: Lindsay Elliott

@lindsay_w_elliott

@happytrails4kids

https://www.happytrailsforkids.org/

Kids In The Spotlight https://www.kitsinc.org/

Production Studio With A Purpose https://kidsinthespotlightproductions...

Credits Host - Tige Charity

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 Media: Jaszmin Kuhner

Graphic Designer: Sonya Deberry

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