On this episode of The Crossman Conversation, host John Crossman is joined by Brandi Neal—an inspiring voice of perseverance, talent, and reconciliation. Adopted as a child, Brandi faced the challenge of finding her identity and place in the world. Music became her guiding light. From her beginnings at Valencia College to graduating from Bethune-Cookman University as a standout member of the concert chorale, Brandi's story is one of transformation through passion and purpose. Now a chorus teacher in Georgia and a recent Teacher of the Year honoree, she shares how she reconnected with her birth mother, continues to lead beyond the classroom, and still finds time to perform. Tune in to hear her powerful story of resilience, healing, and hope.

Dr. Bertrhude Albert has a heart to see her beloved Haiti transformed - and she is using her skills, education, and passion to make a difference, by training Haiti's teachers. Haiti has struggled for many years, as 60% of elementary kids drop out of school.  She is aiming to train teachers to teach in such a way that this issue will be addressed.  Haiti has the physical schools.,,they just need trained teachers, and Dr. Albert is making that happen.

This week on The Crossman Conversation, John Crossman welcomes Peter Samuelson, President of First Star and CEO of PhilmCo Media, for a powerful conversation about purpose, balance, and his new book, FINDING HAPPY.

Peter shares why he wrote the book, the importance of emotional wellness, and how his mission to support foster youth has shaped his work and life. From building tools for young people to navigating challenges with clarity and compassion, this episode is a reminder that real success starts with knowing who you are—and choosing joy anyway.

John Crossman welcomes Laura Peddie-Bravo to the conversation. Laura is a respected Licensed Mental Health Counselor, a Nationally Certified Counselor, and founder of The Bravo Counseling Group, LLC, based in Winter Park, Florida. Peddie-Bravo offers outpatient counseling services to individuals, couples, and families in the Central Florida area. She brings extensive experience to her clients, working with individuals suffering from depression, anxiety, eating disorders, victims of crime and much more. On this podcast, Laura offers great tips on having a healthy mental health mindset at the workplace.

In this episode of The Crossman Conversation: Career Builders, John Crossman sits down with Dakota Doman, President & Managing Principal of The Executive Search Group, to discuss the invaluable impact of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). From leadership development to career placement, Dakota shares insights on why HBCUs matter.

In this episode of The Crossman Conversation: Career Builders, John Crossman sits down with Dakota Doman, President & Managing Principal of The Executive Search Group, to discuss the invaluable impact of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). From leadership development to career placement, Dakota shares insights on why HBCUs matter.

In this episode of The Crossman Conversation, we’re joined by Kwasi Crawford, Senior Commercial Real Estate Advisor at Lloyd Commercial Advisors and Director of Sponsorship for Young Fathers of Central Florida. Kwasi shares how his nonprofit is creating life-changing opportunities for young dads—many of whom have been incarcerated or overlooked by traditional support systems. From securing grants for child support assistance to building resumes and prepping for interviews, Kwasi is on a mission to empower fathers with the tools they need to thrive. He also previews an upcoming Father’s Day event week in June and discusses why mentorship and visibility are critical for these men. As Kwasi puts it, “Young fathers are forgotten”—but they don’t have to be.

This week, John sits down with Kay Barnett, CEO of the upcoming AdventHealth Minneola hospital, to discuss the rapid development of South Lake County and how AdventHealth is rising to meet the area's growing healthcare needs. Kay shares her vision for community health, insights on strategic leadership, and how her background in business development is shaping one of Florida’s most anticipated new medical facilities.

On this episode of The Crossman Conversation, John Crossman is joined by Frederick "Freddy" Morello Jr., Executive Director of NAMI Greater Orlando. Together, they dive into the importance of mental health, the ongoing efforts to break the stigma surrounding it, and the powerful work NAMI does to support individuals and families affected by mental illness. Freddy shares his personal passion for advocacy and provides insight into local programs, resources, and how the community can get involved in creating a culture of compassion and understanding.

They happen to us all - those "triggers" that come our way in our lives that can range from being mildly irritating to a full-blown catastrophic event. How do we handle them when they come our way? How can we respond instead of reacting? John Crossman chats with guest Krystal Parker, who is the President of the US Christian Chamber of Commerce.