At 37-years-old, LT John Corbett entered the police force and began a new career. In this episode, John talks about the extensive process he and his family had to go through to join the Frederick Police Department. While the department has felt like a family since day one, life as a police officer hasn’t always been easy. The last few years have definitely come with its share of ups and downs. 

John has worked very hard to make sure that the public and his department have felt safe and supported during the pandemic as well as the Black Lives Matter protests. Because of his hard work, protests have been peaceful and everyone has been able to feel heard. According to John, the key to being a good cop is, “come to work, do your job well, and be the person that you've always been.”

About John Corbett:

LT John Corbett is a graduate of the 47th Frederick Police Department training academy. He has worked in the Patrol Division in several specialized units and is entering his 19th year of service. He is currently assigned as commander of the Special Operations Division, which encompasses the School Resource Officer Team, the Directed Patrol Team, the Volunteer Auxiliary, the Chaplain Corps, and the False Alarm Reduction Coordinator’s office.

In his off time, LT Corbett enjoys woodworking and marathon canoe racing.

Episode Timestamps:

• Why John decided to join the Frederick Police Department {1:29}
• What life as a police officer has looked like over the past few years  {6:34}
• The partnership support program that John helped launch {13:34}
• What John would like people to know specifically about the Frederick Police Department {19:41}
• Advice for those considering this line of work {25:45}
• What John likes to do when he isn’t working {26:42}
• John’s tips that he has learned overtime to keep himself focused {30:12}

“​​I know one of the things that's been challenging, especially since the events of 2020, is sometimes it feels like we're treated like a monolith. And no one should be treated like a monolith. We're all individuals. I talked about the culture of this agency. Cultures change across organizations. I'm not even talking about law enforcement now. Any business organization, there's a culture. And when you start lumping everybody into the same box, that's the very definition of stereotyping.”

Connect with Rachel Harrison:

https://traumaspecialistsofmd.com/

https://www.frederickchamber.org/

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

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064008974101&mibextid=LQQJ4d

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachel-harrison-81a4796/

Not everyone was meant to be a leader. Some need training for it, and some are born with the skill set to do it. In today’s episode, Timika Thrasher shares her story of those who saw more in her and encouraged her to rise up to her true potential. She explains how this path is what led her to become the C.E.O of the Boys and Girls Club of Frederick County.

Timika has worked hard to help the children in her community and has some major plans for future projects and community support. She’s working to provide the tools and support to parents, as well as bring community members together. This includes but isn’t limited to clubs, public outreach programs, partnering with counselors, partnering with police, working with schools and other organizations.

About Timika Thrasher:

Timika is the C.E.O. of the Boys and Girls Club of Frederick County. She is full of energy and passion for making a difference in our community. She also owns a commercial cleaning business with her husband. Starting that business allowed her the flexibility to decide where she wanted to be helpful, and what organizations she wanted to volunteer for. Though she was unfamiliar with the Boys and Girls Club in Frederick County at the time, she was asked if she wanted to be a sponsor for an event. This all led her into becoming a board member on the board party, which ultimately led her to becoming the C.E.O. 

Connect with Tamika:

www.bgcfc.org

Instragram: https://www.instagram.com/boysandgirlsclubfredco/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bgcfc.org

Episode Timestamps:

• Timika’s life journey {1:24}
• The role of leadership at a young age {4:41}
• How Timika sees herself now, after all she has been through {12:53}
• How someone believing in her when she was younger shifted her path and led her to an organization that has her doing the same thing for others {14:07}
• What Timika sees as a need for kids right now post-pandemic {16:22}
• Timika’s mindset mantra that she uses to focus on her leadership {25:43}
• The Boys and Girls Club; a non-profit that thrives from local support {27:28}

“​​We say it starts with the kids and it really does, because we have to teach them young. But again, if we're not supporting the parents, what good is that doing? Because, then they get home and they're not doing the same things that we're doing in school or the same things that we're doing at the clubhouse. And so you can't expect so much. When you're not really supporting the families or, or giving them the tools for them to be successful, to be able to help their children.”

Connect with Rachel Harrison:

https://traumaspecialistsofmd.com/

https://www.frederickchamber.org/

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

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064008974101&mibextid=LQQJ4d

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachel-harrison-81a4796/

Playing sports can really positively impact and shape a person - not only for today, but for the future too. In today’s episode, Korey Cobb shares his story of originally pursuing his dream to play professional basketball, and how differently his path changed. He’s learned a lot of important lessons from playing sports, and they have really helped build his character, personality, and mindset in life. Korey is a dynamic operational professional with well over a decade of experience in healthcare, business development, project management, finance, marketing, human services, and coaching.

Korey has worked with several incredible organizations, and he’s now serving as the Chief Operations Officer for a Federally Qualified Health Center, HealthWorks. He’s always had a servant leadership mindset, and he’s passionate about being the best he can be for his son, and everyone he works with. Korey believes synergy and teamwork are key in the workplace, and leading with a collaborative approach will take you far. When you combine leadership, determination, and influence, you have Korey Cobb.

About Korey Cobb:

Korey Cobb has dedicated his career to operational excellence. He received his Master's Degree in Business Administration and Project Management Professional Certification from Mount St. Mary's University in Emmitsburg, Maryland. He has prided himself on being a collaborative communicator, continually focused on building relationships and promoting synergy across business lines to drive positive change and enhanced profitability. In 2022, Korey was listed as one of the Top 50 leaders under 40 in Western MD and accepted into the 35th class of Leadership Frederick County. 

Korey was recently the COO at one of the fastest growing Physical Therapy practices in the country and top 500 Inc. Prior to joining Rehab 2 Perform, Korey served as the Director of Operations for a multi-location Orthopedic Medical Practice under The Centers for Advanced Orthopedics. Giving back to the community is important to Korey. He remains active in the DMV area while serving as a board member for educational committees, several youth organizations, mentor for student athletes, and coaching sports.

Connect with Korey:

www.hwnova.org

Episode Timestamps:

• Korey’s story of originally ‘chasing’ his dream to play basketball and life lessons that came from that {1:30}
• The type of legacy Korey wants to leave for his son and others he works with {5:23}
• Executive skill sets Korey has learned from great leaders during his career {7:37}
• How the pandemic impacted Korey and his team at Mid-Maryland Musculoskeletal Institute (MMI) {10:08}
• Korey’s transition to becoming the COO of HealthWorks and what their mission is {12:18}
• The role Korey’s spiritual practice and beliefs have played in his life {16:23}
• Korey’s mindset when it comes to leadership {18:15}
• What you can expect when coming to HealthWorks for your healthcare needs {25:56}

“​​I'm big into sports, and the reason why I say that is because for me personally, it helped build character. Being able to show discipline and show up to recognize where I fell short, has taught me a lot of life lessons, and to not blame everybody else. Sports have taught me how to persevere through challenges that I wouldn't have had unless I was in those situations.”

Connect with Rachel Harrison:

https://traumaspecialistsofmd.com/

https://www.frederickchamber.org/

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

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064008974101&mibextid=LQQJ4d

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachel-harrison-81a4796/

We all experience pivotal moments in our lives that define and change the trajectory for us, even if we don’t realize it at the time. In today’s episode, Dawn Lowe shares her story of going down a career (and life) path that she never planned on, but has been extremely fulfilling for her. Dawn has worked in a variety of roles with large companies like Citibank and Wells Fargo. She is now the Executive Vice President, Chief and Talent Culture Officer at Middletown Valley Bank.

Dawn has experienced plenty of challenges over the years - one of the biggest being raising her daughter as a single mother. However, she did not let that keep her from persevering and taking risks in her career. Dawn believes that talent and culture should fit together well in the workplace, and she is passionate about creating an exceptional work environment for her employees. Dawn loves helping others in her organization and community. She is always ready to ‘ask another question’, and continue developing and learning as a leader.

About Dawn Lowe:

Dawn Lowe is the Executive Vice President, Chief and Talent Culture Officer at Middletown Valley Bank. She genuinely cares about helping her employees and team members, and she loves being a part of an organization that puts the community first.

Dawn is also a member of the Leadership Frederick County class of 2023. She always shows up with a bright outlook, and she believes questions are the one of the most important tools when it comes to successful leadership.

Connect with Dawn:

www.mvbbank.com

Episode Timestamps:

• Dawn’s story with pivotal moments that led her down a career and life path she never expected {1:26}
• How talent and culture come together in the workplace {14:41}
• How Dawn and her team have worked together to create an exceptional work environment for their employees {17:21}
• Dawn’s mindset when it comes to learning and helping others {18:36}
• How Dawn integrates working in a financial institution and continually helping people {22:22}
• Positive shifts Dawn has witnessed as a result of the pandemic {24:40}
• The importance of making genuine connections and fostering relationships with others {25:57}

“​​There have been a lot of scary moments through the years. The only way you can really live the kind of life that you want to live though is by making those choices, and taking those risks. You can also rely on relationships that you’ve built, and get support from those around you.”

Connect with Rachel Harrison:

https://traumaspecialistsofmd.com/

https://www.frederickchamber.org/

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

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064008974101&mibextid=LQQJ4d

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachel-harrison-81a4796/

Losing a loved one is heartbreaking - especially when it’s the unexpected death of a child. In today’s episode, Brooke Desantis shares her story of losing her young son tragically due to complications from the flu. By courageously telling her and her family’s story, she began to inspire and educate others regarding influenza and sepsis. The Love for Lochlin Foundation Inc. is a community foundation that Brooke began in her son’s honor. Since starting the foundation 3 years ago, she and her team have been able to give away almost 3000 vaccines in over 200 clinics.

Brooke wants people to understand the severity of sepsis, and why vaccines should be readily available for everyone. She is passionate about being the voice for those who need vaccines and infectious disease support. Transparency and communication with people are key, because so many people don’t know about the resources that are available to them. Nonprofits are a great way to really provide for and serve people, no matter their situation. ‘No’ is not an option for Brooke and the work she is doing, and she will continue fighting for what she believes in.

About Brooke Desantis:

Brooke DeSantis is the founder of The Love for Lochlin Foundation, bringing awareness to sepsis. Her mission with this foundation is to prevent, educate, and drive awareness to the deadly impacts of infectious diseases like influenza (the flu) and COVID-19. 

Through this foundation, she has been able to organize free vaccine clinics for the community. Brooke is also a member of the Leadership Frederick County class of 2023. She is someone who truly embraces the ‘no is not an option’ mindset, and follows through on her passion.

Connect with Brooke:

www.loveforlochlin.com

Episode Timestamps:

• Brooke’s story of starting and now leading a community foundation {1:22}
• The issue with flu vaccine shortages and people not being able to receive them {6:57}
• Brooke’s goals for the Love for Lochlin Foundation {9:19}
• Brooke’s ‘no is not an option’ mindset, and how she helps others she is working with embrace this mindset {10:28}
• How Brooke stays motivated and continues fighting for what she believes in {16:59}
• Winning an Emmy in their son’s name {19:34}
• What types of symptoms to look for with sepsis {20:51}
• How people can get involved/support their community more regarding sepsis education {24:03}

“​​As a nonprofit, it's not us. It's not about serving me, and not about serving that other organization. We’re out to serve the people, not ourselves, and that’s what I try to remind everybody, every day. One of the most frustrating things as a nurse is you have patients that are coming in the door. You treat them, regardless of anything, and give them the best care possible. Then, they're coming right back in, but they're not getting the resources that they could utilize. When working together like this, it’s almost like a family, and that’s serving as a nonprofit.”

Connect with Rachel Harrison:

https://traumaspecialistsofmd.com/

https://www.frederickchamber.org/

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

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064008974101&mibextid=LQQJ4d

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachel-harrison-81a4796/

Teachers and educators are some of the most important leaders in our society today, even if they aren’t always recognized that way. In today’s episode, Eric Louers-Phillips shares his story of becoming an elementary ed teacher, and how his career in the education space has evolved over time. Dr. Louérs-Phillips was a classroom teacher for 12 years, and he joined FCPS in 2004 after starting his education career in Montgomery County Public Schools. He has served as a teacher, assistant principal, elementary social studies curriculum specialist, and has been the FCPS Supervisor of Accelerating Achievement and Equity since 2016.

Eric always knew he wanted to be a teacher, and he’s gotten to see the ‘full picture’ on his career path from educator to senior leader. He’s passionate about doing the best job possible for his students and staff, and he knows how important it is to listen and receive feedback from his team. Eric continually strives to walk with and lift others up, instead of tearing them down. He chooses to lead with empathy and humble confidence, because how you choose to use your expertise and influence greatly matters today, and for the future.

About Eric Louers-Phillips:

Eric is the Associate Superintendent of Public Affairs for Frederick County Public Schools. He started working with FCPS in 2004 and was appointed to this position in August 2021. Dr. Louérs-Phillips holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary Education from Morgan State University in Baltimore, two master’s degrees from the University of Phoenix, and a Doctor of Organizational Leadership from Hood College. In addition to his current position, Louérs-Phillips serves as an adjunct professor in Hood College’s Department of Education.

Dr. Louers-Phillips has learned the importance of looking beyond the surface. Slowing down and taking the time to listen allows those who feel unheard to know that their voice matters. Making mistakes is inevitable, but how you choose to move forward (and learn from those mistakes) is key. He believes that power and position used improperly causes more harm than good. Ultimately, learning and making adjustments to be an effective, compassionate leader will go a long way.

Connect with Eric:

www.fcps.org

Episode Timestamps:

• Eric’s journey with leadership in education and how it’s evolved over the years {1:28}
• Eric’s ‘why’ for being a leader in the education space {6:31}
• How Eric keeps his influence in check in order to make the best decisions for his organization {8:14}
• How Eric makes himself approachable in the schools and around staff {11:55}
• How the pandemic has really impacted and changed the school system {13:32}
• Differences in students in the classroom now compared to 25 years ago {19:02}
• Eric’s mindset when it comes to leading and helping others {20:19}
• How Eric keeps a healthy work-life balance {22:21}
• Eric’s message for anyone wanting to support the public school system more {29:57}

“​​Sometimes people are going to come down on us because of the title we hold, not because of who we are; they’re going to treat us differently. Understanding that, I think we have to make sure that we are making ourselves approachable individuals that people can come to and ask questions, share thoughts, and give their opinions on things in a way that's not threatening. If we don't do that, then people will just tell us what they think we want to hear, instead of what we actually need to hear.”

Connect with Rachel Harrison:

https://traumaspecialistsofmd.com/

https://www.frederickchamber.org/

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

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064008974101&mibextid=LQQJ4d

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachel-harrison-81a4796/

Helping people and their families with money and improving their financial future for the better is powerful work. In today’s episode, Kevin Moore shares his story of initially pursuing a career in the film and TV industry, but pivoted to something completely different. Kevin is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional and a member of the Financial Planning Association. He joined the family business that his father started over 40 years ago, and is now a co-owner and operator of the financial planning firm.

Kevin wanted a rewarding career that would allow him to help more people in all walks of life, and that’s exactly what he’s been able to do as a financial planner. Money is such an emotional piece in our lives, but the clarity and peace people can gain from getting help with their finances is incredible. He aims to keep the process as simple as possible for his clients, no matter their money mindset or background. He also strives for a healthy work-life balance with his family, career, and volunteering. Kevin believes that following good people who are doing good work will thrive, and ultimately, be able to accomplish anything.

About Kevin Moore:

Kevin is a Frederick native and lifelong resident of Frederick County. He received his bachelor's degree with highest honors from St. John's University in New York and his Master of Business Administration from Mount St. Mary's University in Emmitsburg. Kevin is an Investment Advisor Representative; he holds an FINRA Series 7 and Series 66 license, as well as a license to sell life insurance, health insurance, and annuities.

Kevin and his wife, Mandy, have three children and are firmly planted in the local community. Kevin serves on the Board of Directors for the Frederick County Chamber of Commerce, Federated Charities Corporation of Frederick, and the Rotary Club of Carroll Creek. He also serves as a committee member with Habitat for Humanity of Frederick County. He and his family are members of St. Katherine’s Drexel Catholic Church.

Connect with Kevin:

www.tim-moore.net

www.federatedcharities.org

www.frederickchamber.org

carrollcreekrotary.org

Episode Timestamps:

• Kevin’s career path after college that eventually led him back to his family’s business as a certified financial planner {1:27}
• Other types of work Kevin did before financial planning {3:57}
• What Kevin enjoys most about helping people with their finances {6:19}
• How Kevin helps people ‘get out of their own way’ when it comes to money {8:00}
• Important life values Kevin received from his dad growing up {10:16}
• What it looks like for Kevin and his dad to work together with unique visions, and still maintain a positive family life {11:37}
• How the pandemic affected the financial planning industry {13:55}
• How Kevin helps his clients with their financial goals, no matter their money mindset {18:13}
• Volunteer opportunities Kevin enjoys doing outside of work {21:36}
• What it means to Kevin to ‘follow good people’ {23:08}

“​​Money across the board is a very emotional and personal thing for people. It fascinates me to see what motivates people and what goals people aspire to. Being able to help someone track that or, or bring it all together to help it make sense, help set goals, and then achieve goals, is incredibly rewarding personally. It just gives me an opportunity to be a people person and have conversations that really are very personal to people, because they deal with it on a day-to-day basis.”

Connect with Rachel Harrison:

https://traumaspecialistsofmd.com/

https://www.frederickchamber.org/

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

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064008974101&mibextid=LQQJ4d

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachel-harrison-81a4796/

Leading others in the workplace can be difficult. It should never be a cookie-cutter approach though, because people are very unique individuals. In today’s episode, Amanda Haddaway shares her story of ‘accidentally’ getting into the HR career field, and then eventually branching off to start her own business, HR Answerbox. In her role as the managing director of HR Answerbox, she specializes in conducting workplace investigations, solving complex employee relations issues, leading interactive and engaging training sessions, and serving as an advisor to small business owners and leaders.

Amanda grew up in a very entrepreneurial family, and she’s always been drawn to leadership roles. While she goes ‘all in’ on anything she does, she’s also learned that a work-life balance is necessary to avoid burnout. She believes the 2 key facets of running a successful business are project management and people management. Since working with both managers and their employees, Amanda has found that communication skills are extremely important, whether you’re giving or receiving feedback. Caring about your employees and their wellbeing as a whole person is vital when it comes to making better workplaces. This will go a long way when it comes to improving the retention issue so many employers are having in the work space today. 

About Amanda Haddaway:

Amanda Haddaway is an award-winning HR consultant, corporate trainer, and certified executive coach. She has more than 45,000 hours of experience in HR and holds the two highest professional certifications, SPHR and SHRM-SCP. Amanda also has a Master of Jurisprudence degree in Labor and Employment Law from Tulane University Law School, a Master’s degree from George Washington University, and a Bachelor’s degree from James Madison University.

Amanda was recognized as one of the 10 Most Inspiring Businesswomen Making a Difference in 2021 by Beyond Exclamation Magazine, and one of the 20 Most Successful Businesswomen to Watch in 2020 by Insights Success. She has also previously been recognized as the Most Influential Woman in HR Training - USA by Acquisition International and the Gamechanger of the Year (US-East Coast) by ACQ Global Awards. She is even the author of two books, the creator of New Manager Bootcamp and the Workplace Culture Academy, and her writing has been included in Entrepreneur.

Connect with Amanda:

https://hranswerbox.com/

Episode Timestamps:

• Amanda’s story of getting into the HR space and eventually, starting her own company {1:19}
• Advice for effectively managing people {6:35}
• Characteristics that help to make people successful in leadership {11:05}
• How the pandemic has affected Amanda’s businesses and her clients’ businesses {13:12}
• Amanda’s secret to getting things done well {18:53}
• The importance of workplace culture and the biggest struggles there {23:40}
• A key part of business that small businesses should not forget about {28:55}

“More often than not, someone gets promoted into a leadership role because they were good as an individual contributor. Just because someone was good at their job as the employee, doesn't necessarily mean that they're going to transition into a leadership role and be successful there. That’s where a lot of organizations kind of misstep; they make the assumption that that's going to happen, and it doesn't.”

Connect with Rachel Harrison:

https://traumaspecialistsofmd.com/

https://www.frederickchamber.org/

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

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064008974101&mibextid=LQQJ4d

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachel-harrison-81a4796/

History is something that affects all of us today; we really can’t understand our modern world without knowing the context behind all of it. In today’s episode, Jake Wynn shares his story of learning about and studying history throughout his life, and how his love for history has shaped his career path. Jake’s leadership role with Visit Frederick plays a big part in the community; this organization truly values building relationships and helping people get the best possible experience while visiting Frederick, MD.

Jake has always found history fascinating, specifically 19th century American history. Learning is a central part of who Jake is, and he’s learned a great deal from reading history over the years. He believes that we can actually derive important leadership lessons and styles from what previous leaders have done successfully (and unsuccessfully) to better help us with what’s going on in our world today. Jake’s positivity in life shines through; he really values clear communication, face-to-face interaction, and genuine relationships in his life. 

About Jake Wynn:

Jake Wynn is the Marketing and Communications Manager at Visit Frederick, Frederick County’s destination marketing organization. Previously, he worked as Director of Interpretation at the National Museum of Civil War Medicine and Clara Barton Missing Soldiers Office Museum. Jake is a native of Williamstown, Pennsylvania, and is a 2015 graduate of Hood College with degrees in history and communications. In addition to his work at Visit Frederick, Jake writes online about Pennsylvania history at wynninghistory.com and at facebook.com/wynninghistory. 

Connect with Jake:

wynninghistory.com

Visitfrederick.org

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

Episode Timestamps:

• Jake’s story of always working with history in some way along his career path {1:35}
• The particular period of history Jake finds most interesting {4:42}
• How Jake is leading in his current career position {5:36}
• Important leadership lessons and styles Jake has learned from studying history {11:46}
• How Jake’s career role has shifted since the pandemic {17:12}
• What success looks like for Jake {21:35}
• How leaders can learn more about historical literacy {27:00)
• What you should know about Visit Frederick {28:51}
• Jake’s own passion project regarding history {30:14}

“Our nonprofit here at Visit Frederick is focused on attracting visitors from about 50 miles outside of the county (or farther), to come into the county, and we want to put our best foot forward in doing that. My role is to work with all of the individuals, organizations, and businesses in Frederick County to show people why they should come and spend their very valuable dollars here, and why it’s worth their while for that experience of what they’ll get in Frederick.”

Connect with Rachel Harrison:

https://traumaspecialistsofmd.com/

https://www.frederickchamber.org/

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

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064008974101&mibextid=LQQJ4d

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachel-harrison-81a4796/

Doing work you love is important, but it’s not always easy to find the ideal work-life balance that is often talked about. In today’s episode, Jake Butt shares his story of working for his family’s business, and then eventually branching off to start his own custom software development and consulting business. He knows firsthand how challenging it can be to differentiate between life and work as a small business owner, and it really is an ongoing balancing act.

Creating and running his business as a solopreneur, Jake has structured his business in a way that fits his life. He’s already made key pivots that continue to support his business as it changes and grows, and he’s learned his fair share of lessons along the way. He’s passionate about people, and surrounding himself with others who have experienced similar struggles in business and life has been vital for him. Jake considers himself a problem-solver, and he loves working with small business owners who aren't afraid to make necessary changes when they need to. 

About Jake Butt:

Jake Butt is the founder and CEO of Deepspace Applications, offering custom software development and tech consulting for businesses, especially in the biotech space. He is also a member of the LFC class of 2023 and is a no-nonsense kind of guy. He’s a Frederick native who enjoys spending time outside with his wife and 1.5 year old son, playing tennis, and learning how to play the guitar.

Connect with Jake:

www.deepspaceapps.com

Episode Timestamps:

• Jake’s story of working in the biotech space and eventually, starting his own business {1:19}
• What it’s like to be a part of your family’s business {4:18}
• Why Jake decided to structure his business in the way that he did {7:46}
• An important pivot Jake has already made since starting his business {13:44}
• What inspires Jake about the work he does {18:03}
• One of Jake’s biggest lessons learned about leadership as a solopreneur {20:45}
• How Jake is working on self-motivation in his business {23:08}
• Jake’s key mantra he practices with his business and life {27:12}
• What Jake enjoys doing outside of work {29:43}

“It's just a choice that you have to make. Am I willing to work like that, and potentially run myself into the ground for a few years to really make this a success? Or, do I have the mental attitude that things may be a little slower, but ramp up and approach the business in a way that I feel like is going to suit my life first? It really just depends on your type of business, and what you want out of that business.” 

Connect with Rachel Harrison:

https://traumaspecialistsofmd.com/

https://www.frederickchamber.org/

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

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064008974101&mibextid=LQQJ4d

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachel-harrison-81a4796/