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Christopher Strum, President and CEO of C2 Worldwide, joins Donnie Hathaway for a conversation on leadership, overwhelm, and what it takes to stay grounded while building a business. From military experience to entrepreneurship, Chris shares how daily habits, better systems, and the right people can help you lead with more clarity and confidence.

What You’ll Learn:

•  Why the best leaders build strong teams instead of trying to do everything themselves 
•  How military experience shaped Chris’s mindset on pressure and performance 
•  Why authentic leadership matters more than copying someone else’s style 
•  A simple reset strategy for overwhelm that actually works 
•  How to stay ambitious in business without losing sight of family and presence 

About the Guest:
 Christopher Strum is the President and CEO of C2 Worldwide, a company that provides full-service lodging and logistics solutions for government, military, and corporate partners. C2 Worldwide offers flexible furnished housing and customized support for projects that require scale, speed, and adaptability. The company serves clients across locations including Tampa, Baltimore, and New York. 

Links:

•  C2 Worldwide: https://www.c2worldllc.com/
  
  
•  C2 Worldwide on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/c2worldwide
  
  
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Cybersecurity can feel complicated, but this conversation makes it practical. In Episode 215, Peter Jalaff breaks down what small business owners actually need to pay attention to, why local businesses are still at risk, and the simple steps that can make a big difference.

If you use email, a CRM, shared files, client records, or online tools to run your business, this one is worth your time.

What You’ll Learn:

• Why small businesses are still a target for cybercrime
• The biggest access and password mistakes business owners make
• Why multi-factor authentication is the easiest first step
• How phishing and AI-powered scams are getting more believable
• What to do now so you are prepared if something goes wrong

About Peter Jalaff:
Peter Jalaff is the founder of Valdivia Solutions, a Tampa-based IT consulting firm focused on identity management, access control, and cybersecurity solutions for businesses. He brings decades of experience helping organizations manage security, compliance, and user access more effectively. 

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• Guest website: [Valdivia Solutions]
• Guest LinkedIn: [Peter Jalaff on LinkedIn]
• Palm Harbor Local newsletter: [Palm Harbor Local Newsletter]

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Jenna Densler turned a hospitality background and a simple “why not try?” mindset into Oaks and Iris Mobile Bar, plus a growing marketing brand, Content Theory Tampa Bay.

What You’ll Learn:
 • Why failure is part of business growth
 • How Oaks and Iris creates a custom event experience
 • How to identify your ideal client
 • The biggest social media mistakes business owners make
 • Why Google Business Profile and Instagram matter

About Jenna:
 Jenna Densler is the owner of Oaks and Iris Mobile Bar and Content Theory Tampa Bay. She helps create elevated event experiences and supports local businesses with social media and content creation.

Links:
 Oak & Iris Mobile Bar: https://oakandirismobile.com/

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

Content Theory Tampa Bay: https://www.instagram.com/content_theory_tampa_marketing/

Palm Harbor Local Newsletter: https://palmharborlocal.com/newsletter/

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Joe Molinowski built Tampa Bay is Awesome by keeping content simple, leading with strong headlines, and treating “awesome” like an idea people instantly connect with. In this episode, we talk networking, local influence, and why intentional posting beats posting every day.

What You’ll Learn:

• Why “is awesome” works as an idea more than a brand
• The content rule that matters most: headline first, always
• How to build a local audience without burning out
• Why shares and saves beat likes for real reach
• What Joe is building next heading into 2026

Guest Bio:
Joe Joe Molinowski built Tampa Bay is Awesome by keeping content simple, leading with strong headlines, and treating “awesome” like an idea people instantly connect with. In this episode, we talk networking, local influence, and why intentional posting beats posting every day.

What You’ll Learn:

• Why “is awesome” works as an idea more than a brand
• The content rule that matters most: headline first, always
• How to build a local audience without burning out
• Why shares and saves beat likes for real reach
• What Joe is building next heading into 2026

Guest Bio:
Joe Molinowski is the founder of Tampa Bay is Awesome, a Tampa Bay-focused media presence highlighting food, events, and local hidden gems while driving real attention to local businesses.

Links:

• Tampa Bay is Awesome: https://www.tampabayisawesome.com/
  
  
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tampabayisawesome/
   
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tampabayisawesome/
   
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 is the founder of Tampa Bay is Awesome, a Tampa Bay-focused media presence highlighting food, events, and local hidden gems while driving real attention to local businesses.

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In this episode, we sit down with Kaylin Morris, APRN—founder of Salty Roots Integrative Wellness—to talk about what integrative medicine actually means and why so many people are looking for care that focuses on the “why,” not just the symptoms. We cover simple, realistic shifts that can improve energy, digestion, hormones, and overall well-being.

What You’ll Learn:

• Why more people are seeking proactive, wellness-focused healthcare
• The biggest wellness levers: stress, sleep, movement, and nutrition
• How gut health connects to hormones, inflammation, and mood
• A practical elimination diet approach to identify food triggers
• What it’s like starting a concierge-style wellness business in Palm Harbor

About the Guest:

Kaylin Morris, APRN, is the owner of Salty Roots Integrative Wellness. She helps clients address issues like fatigue, hormone imbalance, anxiety, and digestive concerns using a whole-person, integrative approach.

Links:

• Website: https://www.saltyrootsintegrativewellness.com/
  
  
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/your_integrative_np?igsh=MXg2Yjl3NjN6bnk1eA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr
  
  
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61576972228264&mibextid=wwXIfr&rdid=qQ8BTj2h5sTOlUf7&share_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fshare%2F1FTxTPwip9%2F%3Fmibextid%3DwwXIfr#
  
  
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Dr. Michael Becker from Align 2 Thrive Chiropractic joins Palm Harbor Local to break down what most people misunderstand about chiropractic—plus how the profession is evolving beyond “just back pain.”

What You’ll Learn:

• Why chiropractic is shifting toward wellness, nervous system regulation, and specialization
• The truth about “chiropractic is dangerous” and why soreness can happen after care
• What car accidents can do to the spine (even when they feel minor at first)
• Why trust and relaxation matter as much as technique during an adjustment
• A surprising look at pediatric chiropractic and early development

About the Guest:
Dr. Michael Becker is a chiropractor and owner of Align 2 Thrive Chiropractic in Palm Harbor, serving the community with a focus on restoring function and helping patients move and live better.

• Align 2 Thrive Chiropractic: https://align-2-thrive.com/
  
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In Episode 210, Donnie sits down with registered dietitian nutritionist Marie Graf Ibrahim of Marie E Graf Wellness to talk about what actually matters in nutrition—without the hype. They break down fad diets, whether organic food is worth the cost, and how to simplify food choices so they’re sustainable in real life.

What You’ll Learn:

• The difference between a registered dietitian and a general “nutritionist”
• A simple baseline for healthier eating that doesn’t require perfection
• How to think about organic food realistically (budget included)
• Why food labels feel confusing—and how to make them easier
• The bigger concern Marie sees replacing fad diets: undernourishing and restriction

About the Guest:
Marie Graf Ibrahim is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and the owner of Marie E Graf Wellness. With years of experience in hospital and outpatient settings, Marie now supports individuals and families with practical nutrition coaching focused on long-term health and quality of life.

Links:

• Marie E Graf Wellness: https://www.marieegrafwellness.com/
  
  
• Book a complimentary consultation: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=29074446
  
  
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In this episode of Palm Harbor Local, we sit down with Palm Harbor-based author Erin O’Brien, the writer behind Howl, a family-created children’s book about a wolf and the moon. Erin shares how a simple idea at the Palm Harbor Library turned into a fully illustrated book and the launch of her family publishing brand, Gran Apple Books.

What You’ll Learn:

• How a casual idea became the story for Howl
• Why Erin chose to keep the writing, illustration, and editing inside the family
• What goes into self-publishing a children’s book on Amazon
• The realities of marketing a kids’ book as an indie author
• What’s next for Howl, Gran Apple Books, and future children’s titles

About Erin O’Brien:
Erin O’Brien is a Palm Harbor author and cofounder of Gran Apple Books, a family-run children’s publishing brand. She wrote Howl, a whimsical picture book about a wolf who longs to be with the moon, and collaborates with her brother Clint and niece Elise on the watercolor illustrations. Erin is passionate about storytelling, reading with kids, and creating the kind of timeless picture books she grew up loving.

Links & Resources:

• Buy Howl on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0F37QQZ52
  
  
• Follow Gran Apple Books on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/61573932335988/
  
  
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What happens when you’ve put everything into raising your kids, tried a handful of business ideas that never quite stick, and still feel a pull to build something of your own?

In this conversation, Donnie sits down with Christina Delgado, founder of Soft Touch Laser Hair Removal and author of Laser Focused from Mom Life to CEO, to talk about how she pivoted at 40, built a six-figure laser hair removal business, and used social media to grow a brand that’s changing lives across Tampa Bay.

Christina shares the real story behind the glossy Instagram feed – the Airbnbs that didn’t last, the self-doubt of calling herself “just a stay-at-home mom,” and the moment she decided to stop overthinking and take fast action on an idea that finally fit her life.

You’ll hear how she thinks about money, marketing, hiring, and “divine timing,” plus why she believes consistency matters more than going viral.

In this episode, we talk about:

• Christina’s journey from 15-year stay-at-home mom to CEO of a six-figure laser hair removal studio
• Why previous business attempts (including Airbnbs) were necessary stepping stones
• How choosing the right service and investing in quality equipment gave her an edge
• The simple social media habits that keep new clients walking through the door
• Balancing mom life, business growth, and the emotional side of hiring help
• The inspiration behind her book Laser Focused from Mom Life to CEO
• What’s next for Soft Touch Laser Hair Removal and Christina’s speaking and writing

Connect with Christina

• Soft Touch Laser Hair Removal website: https://www.softtouchlaserhairremoval.com
  
  Soft Touch Laser Hair Removal
• Book: Laser Focused: From Mom Life to CEO on Amazon
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• Christina’s site and resources: https://www.christina-delgado.com
  
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• Instagram: @softtouchlaserhairremoval
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In this episode of Palm Harbor Local, Donnie Hathaway sits down with Gary Hall, founder of Blue Collar Home Services, to talk about his 30-year journey in the electrical and HVAC trades. Gary shares how he turned early jobsite experience into a thriving, community-driven company that focuses on training and mentoring the next generation of skilled tradespeople.

He explains why he’s committed to staying locally owned despite multiple offers from investors, emphasizing the importance of people, integrity, and service over profit. Gary also provides practical hurricane prep tips for Florida homeowners—from installing proper surge protection to maintaining smoke detectors and backup power options.

This conversation highlights the heart behind Blue Collar Home Services and Gary’s passion for developing talent, serving customers with care, and keeping Palm Harbor powered and protected year-round.

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