Today’s episode is part 2 of our interview with Michael Woods, Co-Founder and Executive Director of Dream Builders for Equity. DB4E works to develop economically sustainable and socially engaged communities by growing equity for youth, businesses, residents, and real estate. You can learn more about the organization by visiting https://www.dreambuilders4equity.org/.

Michael is a St. Louis native and North City resident, is a certified personal trainer, published author, entrepreneur, and mentor. He holds a Bachelors of Arts in Psychology from Lindenwood University. 

Michael’s passion is unifying all communities towards creating a better future that is informed by the hopes and needs of those who are often forgotten.

In today’s episode, Michael discusses a very personal experience stemming from his decision to sell drugs as a teenager and how his subsequent arrest shaped him as an author, future leader, and mentor to students who also experience substantial life challenges themselves.