Texas Emerging Leaders

Jessica Martinez is married to Senior Master Sargeant Johnny Martinez, US Air Force, retired. Together their love and support for each other has grown stronger over the years, and in this podcast, she discusses how they were able to thrive together, eventually retiring from the US Air Force, create and raise a family, and launch multiple successful businesses such as Party People Photo Booth, Top Flight Realty Group, and hosts at New Braunfels Nightlife.

Learn more at ThePartyPeoplePhotobooth.com and TopFlightRealtyGroup.com.

Featuring:
Jessica Martinez, Co-Owner Party People Photobooth & Realtor at Top Flight Realty Group
Sean Christian, Podcast Officer
Chris Sanger, President & CCO

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Rev. Dr. Woody Woodward is a native Texan, born on Lackland Air Force Base hospital where his Dad served during the Korean War. Dr. Woody joined Crusade staff after college and served in campus ministry, then India and the Philippines, and finally in music ministry. Sensing the need for deeper training, he enrolled at Dallas Theological Seminary. Woody regards his three years at DTS as a golden period of preparation. He relished in his studies so much that he was tapped on the shoulder to assist professors in grading and teaching courses in Greek exegesis and preaching. Seminary for some becomes a cemetery, but God abundantly blessed him during this period. He never ceaseed growing in ministry. He completed his Doctor of Ministry degree in preaching at Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary, studying under Dr. Haddon Robinson whose approach to preaching is known for its great relevance, clarity, interest, and commitment to the Bible. Woody has served churches small (30) and large (1200), rural and suburban, from Iowa to Texas to California to New Jersey. Every church he have pastored, save one, has grown significantly. He has experienced the agony and the ecstasy of ministry and still have a fire in his bones to make local churches effective and healthy. For over a decade, he has had a special passion for teaching preachers and teachers, especially in the countries of Romania, Czech Republic, Sweden, and Finland.

Learn more at FirstProtestant.com.

Featuring:
Rev. Dr. David "Woody" Woodward, Interim Pastor of First German Protestant Church of New Braunfels
Sean Christian, Podcast Officer
Chris Sanger, President & CCO

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Rodney Fischer is the President of Midtex Oil, a family-owned  business that is one of Texas foremost petroleum distributors providing quality fuel and lubricants to customers throughout the state in cities like Austin, Houston, and San Antonio. Rodney also serves as the President of the Church Council at First German Protestant Church of New Braunfels, which was built in 1875 and is on the National Register of Historic Places.

Learn more at MidtexOil.com.

Featuring:
Rodney Fischer, President of Midtex Oil, L.P.
Sean Christian, Podcast Officer
Chris Sanger, President & CCO

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Former NHL New York Rangers player Shon Thielen and corporate accountant Terese Thielen are the top executives of Lightning Exteriors, an experienced and high-quality roofing, siding and gutter company. They strive to provide the highest quality work and the best customer service in the industry. We invite you to learn more about how they emerged in their careers to establish a multi-state operation that yields impressive results.

Learn more at Lightning-Exteriors.com

Featuring:
Shon Thielen, CEO of Lightning Exteriors
Terese Thielen, CFO of Lightning Exteriors
Sean Christian, Podcast Officer
Chris Sanger, President & CCO

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Vicki Tefteller is the Founder & Owner of The Refinery Men's Grooming Lounge in New Braunfels, Texas. She leads a team that focuses on teamwork, attention to detail and experience. 

The Refinery Men's Grooming Lounge strives to provide the best grooming experience in New Braunfels. Their goal is to provide premium services to every guest, every time. They pay precise attention to detail from the moment you enter their doors. Their stylists and barbers provide the highest quality services in a clean and masculine setting. The Refinery places a focus on continuing the education of our professional team and perfecting our craft. Every detail was chosen with our guests in mind- online booking, comfortable pleated leather barber chairs, complimentary beer and whiskey, and the best grooming services. Come experience a new standard in men's grooming. 

Featuring:
Vicki Tefteller, Owner of The Refinery Men's Grooming Lounge
Sean Christian, Podcast Officer
Chris Sanger, President & CCO

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Sarah Stogner is a Republican Candidate running for Texas Railroad Commissioner, the state agency tasked with regulating the oil and gas industry in Texas, in a runoff primary with early voting set for May 16 - 20, and election day is May 24, 2022.

Her bio is as follows: "For the past 13 years, Sarah has helped energy-related businesses understand, mitigate, allocate, and manage risk. She is now bringing that experience to help others learn from past experiences and avoid the same mistakes. She's licensed to practice in Louisiana, Texas, and Colorado (pending in Mississippi). And yes - one of her favorite things to do is banter about indemnity provisions and new insurance provision wording. But the world is changing. And the legal industry is slow to adapt.

Sarah is actively working with other oil and gas industry leaders to develop smart contracts and utilize blockchain technology to avoid legal issues. We now have data that can prevent accidents. It was nearly impossible to know what happened downhole 60 years ago. That is rapidly changing and she is helping clients develop new ways of contracting and insuring risks by integrating data into legal decisions.

She is also helping clients in the cannabis industry. Cannabis, like oil and gas, is a commodity. Federal decriminalization is inevitable, and it will open the industry up for quick and rapid expansion. Cannabis will be grown in the most efficient means possible - no longer restricted by state boundaries and laws. Oil and gas contracts can be modified to allocate risk for cannabis just like we currently do for the energy sector. It's exciting and she's looking forward to making a lasting impact as these legal issues develop."

TikTok @theunicornlawyer
Twitter & Instagram: @sarah_e_unicorn
Clubhouse: @unicornlawyer
Political Website: Sarah4RRC.com
Business Website: StognerLegal.com

Featuring:
Sarah Stogner, Republican Candidate for Texas Railroad Commissioner
Sean Christian, Podcast Officer
Chris Sanger, President & CCO

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Mercy Boatright is the owner of House Hunters NB, a full service real estate brokerage focused on providing their clients expert service in buying, selling, investing, remodeling, new builds, credit repair, consultations, staging, and building long-lasting relationships. Mercy strongly believes in giving back to the community that feeds her business and you will see their thankfulness as they continue to serve the community on a regular basis. She is the Founder of Annual Turkey Giveaway Locals Give Back of which she has organized and coordinated for five years running. Mercy is a Business & Founding Member of Texas Emerging Leaders, as well as a legacy sponsor.

Learn more at HouseHuntersNB.com.

Featuring:
Mercy Boatright, Owner of House Hunters NB
Sean Christian, Podcast Officer
Chris Sanger, President & CCO

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Tammy Wood is the owner and Chief Executive Officer of Hill Country Conferences which organizes and hosts the New Braunfels KidsFest, New Braunfels Home & Garden Show, New Braunfels PetFest, and New Braunfels Halloween Festival & Night Market.

New Braunfels Homes & Garden Show - February 19-20 & August 6-7, 2022 - Learn more at NBHomeandGardenShow.com

New Braunfels PetFest - April 2, 2022 - Learn more at NBPetFest.com

New Braunfels KidsFest - November 5-6, 2022 - Learn more at NBKidsFest.com

Learn more at HillCountryConferences.com & Texas Emerging Leaders.com.

Featuring:
Tammy Wood, CEO at Hill Country Conferences
Sean Christian, Podcast Officer
Chris Sanger, President & CCO

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In another novel example of emergent leadership, soon after joining Texas Emerging Leaders as a Founding & Business Member, Caitlin started participating in the Transformational Leadership Program Steering Committee. Upon her involvement in the planning process and multiple discussions with the Founders about their vision for the program, she emerged to the Education Officer of Texas Emerging Leaders with the responsibility to create, design, implement, and execute the curriculum and programming of the Transformational Leadership Program in collaboration with TEL's leadership team.

Caitlin is the owner of DRC Development which offers a holistic approach to coaching and consulting with a variety of services for individuals and organizations. As a Development Coach & Consultant, Organizational Leader, Physical Therapist, and Dance Instructor, Dr. C works to empower others.

Originally from the Rio Grande Valley, she has served the rural and under-resourced communities of Central Texas for over a decade, and has provided development support for individuals and organizations throughout the Country and around the world. She is working to make the world a kinder and more equitable place by improving the accessibility of development opportunities with creativity and compassion.

In addition to her Clinical Doctorate in Physical Therapy, Dr. Walker holds certifications in Life and Executive Coaching, Organizational Development, Learning and Development, and Diversity and Inclusion. She is also currently completing her Master of Business (MBA) and a Graduate Certificate in Learning Design and Technology.

Her CV is as follows:

Education

• Doctor of Physical Therapy, Texas State University
• Bachelor of Arts in history with a minor in biology, Texas State University
• Academy for Healthcare Management & Leadership, Johns Hopkins University
• Master of Business Administration candidate, Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi

Non-Clinical Certifications

• Certified Coach Practitioner (Life and Executive Coaching), Certified Coaches Federation 
• Certified Learning & Development Specialist, Academy to Innovate HR
• Certified HR Organizational Development Practitioner, Academy to Innovate HR
• Certified Talent Acquisition Specialist, Academy to Innovate HR
• Certified Diversity & Inclusion Specialist, Academy to Innovate HR
• Certified Neurodiversity Professional, International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards

Clinical License & Certifications

• Licensed Physical Therapist, Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners 
• Credentialed Clinical Instructor, American Physical Therapy Association 
• Certified in Dry Needling, American Academy of Manipulative Therapy 
• Certified in LSVT BIG, LSVT Global

Course Certificates  

• Creating Leadership Development Programs, Association for Talent Development
• Removing Barriers to Change, University of Pennsylvania

Learn more at DRC Development.com & Texas Emerging Leaders.com.

Featuring:
Dr. Caitlin C. Walker, Education Officer & Owner of DRC Development, LLC
Sean Christian, Podcast Officer
Chris Sanger, President & CCO

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Laurel & Ken Winslow own and operate Wicked Voodoo Espresso LLC, a coffee and supplies distribution company that has two drive throughs and a brick and mortar restaurants. They also wholesale their fine gourmet coffees to grocery stores, restaurants, offices, hotels and online across America. They are Woman owned, Family ran, and Caffeine powered! Together, they also own Win Gourmet Coffee Company LLC, a Gourmet Coffee Roasting, and Coffee Supplies company serving wholesale accounts large and small with the finest coffees in Texas.

Learn more at WickedVoodooEspresso.com and WinGourmetCoffee.com

Featuring:
Laurel Winslow, CEO of Wicked Voodoo Espresso LLC & Win Gourmet Coffee Company LLC
Ken Winslow, CCO of Wicked Voodoo Espresso LLC & Win Gourmet Coffee Company LLC
Sean Christian, Podcast Officer of Texas Emerging Leaders
Chris Sanger, President & CCO of Texas Emerging Leaders

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