This week on Miami Lead, we sit down with Jonathan Barrios, Managing Director at JPMorgan Chase Private Bank and board member of the National Christian Foundation South Florida and Branches.Jonathan shares leadership and investing insights on making disciplined decisions, navigating volatile markets, thinking long-term instead of reacting short-term, and leading with confidence when the stakes are high. We also discuss building trust, making high-stakes decisions with incomplete information, and using influence to create lasting impact.Subscribe to Miami Lead for more conversations on leadership, faith, business, and influence.

In this powerful episode of Miami Lead, Lilibeth Vilella shares a deeply honest conversation about the reality that hurt people hurt people, but healed people heal people.Drawing from her own journey of overcoming personal pain, Lilibeth unpacks why emotional and spiritual health is essential for effective leadership. She challenges leaders to confront their own wounds, recognizing that unhealed pain can unintentionally impact teams, workplaces, and relationships.Lilibeth also reflects on her unique professional experience, including her time working alongside NASA astronaut Thomas Stafford, and how those moments shaped her perspective on leadership and resilience.The conversation takes a deeper turn as she addresses the urgent issue of suicide prevention among young women, sharing insight from her missionary work both locally and internationally. Her passion for helping others find hope and healing is both compelling and inspiring.This episode is a must-watch for leaders, mentors, and anyone who wants to lead from a place of wholeness rather than hurt.

In this episode of Miami Lead, Stephan Tchividjian dives into some of the most common criticisms of Christianity; especially the idea that the church is just about money or a scam. With honesty and clarity, he unpacks where those perceptions come from and how faith can be misunderstood from the outside.He also shares personal reflections on the legacy of his grandfather, Billy Graham, and what it means to live out an authentic, grounded faith today. The conversation turns to money, not as something evil, but as a tool. He also discusses how easily it (and the things it can buy) can become an idol if we’re not careful.This episode is a thoughtful look at motives, faith, and what it really means to keep God at the center in a world that often gets it wrong.

Dr. Lisa Arango shares practical tools for healthier communication, deeper connection, and stronger partnerships. Emphasizing that great leadership starts with great relationships.

In a world full of noise, pressure, and constant demands, leaders need more than strategy, they need purpose.
In this episode of Miami Lead, Che Scott, Chaplain for the Miami Heat and Director of Spiritual Wellness at Chapman Partnership, shares powerful insight on what it means to lead from the inside out. From helping under-resourced individuals rediscover their potential and take steps toward a stable future, to walking alongside elite athletes competing at the highest level, Che brings a rare and grounded perspective on leadership.
This conversation explores how purpose helps leaders cut through distraction, avoid burnout, and lead with clarity, whether you’re rebuilding a life or performing under championship-level pressure. If you’re looking to grow as a leader, quiet the noise, and lead with integrity in 2026 and beyond, this episode is for you.
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Daniela Wright is a seasoned therapist who has spent over two decades helping adults, couples, and families navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship struggles. Through compassionate, faith-friendly, and evidence-based therapy. From attachment work to mindfulness and trauma-focused care, she guides clients toward releasing painful patterns and embracing hope, connection, and emotional healing. Join us as we explore how past wounds shape our present, and discover ways to build a path toward wholeness and purpose.

Felipe Isaza, founder of Funcshun Cybersecurity, joins Miami Lead to unpack how AI is reshaping digital defense—and what today’s leaders must know to stay ahead in an increasingly vulnerable world.

On this episode of Miami Lead, we sit down with Dr. Harlan Selesnick, the surgeon for the Miami Heat, to uncover what it takes to perform at the highest level—both on the basketball court and in the operating room. Dr. Selesnick shares his experiences, discipline, and insights on precision, leadership, and resilience, offering lessons that go beyond medicine and sports to inspire anyone striving for excellence in their own life.

In this episode of Miami Lead, Pastor Bill White sits down with longtime journalist and communications executive Diana Diaz to explore the power of words and the shifting landscape of modern media. From her years anchoring South Florida’s headlines to navigating today’s age of algorithms and misinformation, Diana shares how truth, empathy, and integrity remain essential for every leader. Discover how faith and discernment can help you lead and communicate with clarity in a noisy world.

Winning on the outside doesn’t mean thriving on the inside. As we kick off Season 3 of Miami Lead, we explore the importance of vulnerability, self-reflection, and knowing when it’s time to reinvent yourself- the key to lasting success. Join Pastor Bill White as he speaks with Allen Morris about life-long learning!