In this lively and heartfelt episode, Matt dives deep into the world of nonprofit with his longtime pal, Dr. Cid Pinedo, President and CEO of the Mexican American Opportunity Foundation. Cid shares his inspiring journey from aspiring priesthood in East LA to becoming the CEO of MAOF; his passion for helping under-resourced communities; the importance of serving with dignity; the challenges with government funding for nonprofits; and discovering the surprising love seniors have for Zumba!

Along the way, the friends share plenty of laughs, sips of tequila and bourbon, and heartfelt anecdotes about life's detours, the audacity of confidence, and the profound impact of helping others.

Whether you're into nonprofit work, curious about Sid’s billion-dollar dreams for MAOF, or just need some inspiration—and a laugh—this episode is for you!

SHOW NOTES:

00:00 Opening quote from Cid

00:21 Meet Your Host and Producer: Matt and Ashley

01:18 Celebrating Growth and Success

02:13 Family and Listener Engagement

03:41 Surviving the Heatwave

04:51 Matt's Radio Face and Sid's Introduction

06:09 A Heartfelt Conversation with Sid

07:20 Sid's Journey into Nonprofit Work

10:35 The Importance of Impact and Service

18:02 Balancing Leadership and Connection

21:16 Guiding Principles and Mentorship

31:10 Mentorship and Unexpected Opportunities

33:03 Creating a Welcoming Environment as a Leader

34:48 Ambitious Growth Plans for MAOF

38:34 Balancing Growth and Quality of Service

41:10 Engaging and Motivating Board Members

49:43 Challenges with Government Funding

54:07 Overview of MAOF's Services and Impact

57:33 Final Thoughts and Inspirational Messages