MAKE IMPACT

On this episode of MAKE/IMPACT we're turning the tables and having our writer and producer, Leticia Kreider, interview our host, Derek Dienner. Listen as Derek shares his thoughts and ideas on entrepreneurship and the power of creativity within film and everyday life.

Andrea Shirk from Rock Lititz and Ross Kramer from Listrak discuss their thoughts on business and leadership in a present and post-COVID-19 world. Andrea and Ross share their personal journey of challenges, outcomes, and the steps they take to continue looking ahead.

Allen Clements is a director, producer, writer, and VFX artist at MAKE/FILMS. He is passionate about giving back to the world through regenerative farming and enjoys having conversations about democracy and how to inhibit a positive space within our communities. He recently produced “Dismantling Democracy,” a poignant 3 part documentary series about democracy in the world today.

Jordan Steffy is the CEO and founder of Attollo, where youth from under-represented communities are empowered in their pursuit of academic achievement and social engagement. Jordan shares his insight into the great need for empowering youth and the progress we gain through discomfort and uncertainty.

Scott Shirley is a former Penn State football player turned Founder and Executive Director of Uplifting Athletes, a nonprofit organization that inspires the rare disease community through the power of sport. Shirley is also Co-Founder and CEO of Pledge-It, a free sports fundraising platform empowering teams and athletes to raise money for great causes. Scott shares about the power of following your personal calling and passion to inspire and impact the world around you.

Wayne Mutata is owner and fitness trainer of iTrain Studios in Lancaster, Pennsylvania where he helps others exceed their limitations and accomplish their goals. Wayne reveals his positive impact within his sphere and the ways in which we can find breakthrough and motivation in our own lives.

Ross Kramer is the co-founder and CEO of Listrak, who help marketers unlock the power of their customer data. Ross shares his personal and professional challenges in 2020 and how he continues to build, serve and move forward.

David Hickethier is the Founder and CEO of andculture, a design firm located in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. David shares his wisdom on tech, personal growth, and how we can live within our ever-changing narratives in an ever-changing world.

MAKE/IMPACT is a podcast about creative problem solving and the leaders who are changing their industries for the better.

Hosted by filmmaker and entrepreneur Derek Dienner, MAKE/IMPACT is brought to you by MAKE/FILMS, a team of filmmakers producing meaningful content to inspire and motivate. Learn more at makefilms.cc.

Host & Executive Producer: Derek Dienner

Writer & Producer: Leticia Kreider

Producer: Grace Wagner

Marketing Manager: Lisbet Byler

Editors: Aaron Dienner, Seth Bortner

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Dr. Walid Hesham is a Colorectal Surgery Specialist at Penn Medicine’s Lancaster General Hospital. Join us as we learn Dr. Hesham’s perspective and experience as a health professional in today’s social climate and his insight into COVID-19.

Katie Sandoe is the Chief Communications Officer at Lancaster County Solid Waste Management Authority, in Lancaster, PA. Katie shares her personal wisdom and passion on the importance of understanding and growing in our purpose, finding the why, and the interesting journey we encounter along the way.