Mission Control Podcast

In this episode of Mission Control, host Paul Schmidt interviews Cameo King, the founder of Grit, Glam, and Guts (GGG). Cameo shares her mission to empower girls aged 12 to 17 with educational and civic learning opportunities while increasing their self-identity and self-awareness. Starting from her career in journalism, Cameo reveals how she transitioned into founding GGG and her motivation behind it. The podcast delves deep into her approach to storytelling, which she uses in her podcast, the Good Girl Podcast, and her work with other non-profits to help them find their voice and communicate effectively.

In this engaging episode, Paul Schmidt interviews Brian Philson, the leader of Highields, Inc., about his extensive career in juvenile justice and nonprofit leadership career. Brian talks about the origins and mission of Highields, founded in 1962, aiming to provide opportunities to children, youth, and families, helping them become responsible, productive members of society. He shares stories from his early career and the pivotal moments that solidified his commitment to this work. Brian also discusses the significant changes and reforms in juvenile justice over the past decades and how Highfields has adapted its strategies, especially during the pandemic. Balancing his values of faith, family, and fitness with his professional duties, Brian emphasizes the importance of being a lifelong learner. He shares his experiences managing a team through challenging times.

For more on Highfields, Inc: https://www.highfields.org/

Dive into this episode of Mission Control as Paul Schmidt interviews Louise Montag, Director of the Prevention Network. Discover her unique journey from aspiring ER physician to public health leader, her advocacy for substance misuse prevention, and the impactful work being done.

Join us on Mission Control as we chat with Luke Forrest about his journey in community economic development, navigating crises, and driving policy changes! Leave your thoughts below!

Welcome back to Mission Control, the podcast focusing on executive directors and non-profit leaders making positive impacts. Hosted by Paul Schmidt, owner and creative video strategist of UnoDeuce Multimedia. In this episode, we welcome Lauren from Aspire. She shares the mission to educate, equip, and empower individuals for better choices and healthy relationships. Learn about her journey from assistant director to executive director and how Aspire’s innovative programs, like their online academy, support holistic community education. Enjoy the conversation and get inspired by Aspire’s creative community initiatives!

On this episode of Mission Control, we talk with Aaryn Richard, former director of marketing and communications at the Michigan State University Burgess Institute for Entrepreneurship and Innovation. We spoke about insights into his journey, the mission of the Burgess Institute, and the evolving communication landscape.

On this episode of Mission Control, we talk with Cathleen Edgerly, executive director of Downtown Lansing Inc. We discussed the challenges and innovative solutions during the pandemic, personal reflections on leadership, and the importance of community perception and individual well-being.

For more on Downtown Lansing Inc: https://www.downtownlansing.org/

On this episode of Mission Control, we talk with Joe Garcia, executive director of Catholic Charities of Ingham, Eaton, and Clinton Counties, which was formerly known as Cristo Rey Community Center and St Vincent Catholic Charities. We discuss the management of both nonprofits, collaboration with other nonprofit partners, and entering the nonprofit world from a fresh perspective.

On this episode of Mission Control, we talk with Tameka Citchen-Spruce, LEAD co-director of the Michigan Disability Rights Coalition. We discuss her early start in advocacy work, how visual storytelling spoke to her, and her mentorship with Kamau Bell.

On this episode of Mission Control, we talk with Jenn Dubey, operations manager of the Area Agencies on Aging Association of Michigan. We discuss our long history of working together in different areas, how career transitions challenge us, and why gardening perfectly mirrors how we move through our career paths.