The Impact Code

John Foster is an MBA and Six Sigma Green Belt graduate with a proven track record in marketing strategy, marketing automation, and operation optimization. He is also a close friend and someone that I consistently look to for marketing advice. 

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Kelson Camp is a multi-platinum, award winning, Billboard charting, Indianapolis based drummer, producer, engineer, and sound designer. He has won several awards as a producer and drummer including the Soul Train Music Award for Rhythm & Bars Award while being nominated for the BET Hip-Hop Award for Best Collab, Duo and the World Music Award for World's Best Song and Video in 2014. He's currently drumming on the road with The Band Perry. He's best known for his production work with Rihanna, Wale, Tiara Thomas, and The Band Perry.

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Wesley Brewer works with UT Extension in Marion County, Tennessee. He is an educator, a musician, a husband, and a father-to-be. Wesley started the first-ever county-wide musical in Marion County which united kids from schools all across the county in a meaningful and impactful way. It was such a success that it is happening again in 2023. This year, the musical will be The Addams Family. I am so grateful that Wesley could be on the show and share so many great stories and what he has learned in his journey to impact.

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Summary

Stephen Alvarez, a National Geographic photographer, shares his origin story and how he became a renowned explorer and documenter of ancient art and culture. He discusses his early love for photography and how he discovered his passion for cave exploration. Stephen recounts his first assignments for Time Magazine and National Geographic, including his expedition to Papua New Guinea. He also explains the mission of the Ancient Art Archive, which aims to preserve and share humanity's oldest stories through photography and virtual reality experiences. Stephen emphasizes the importance of reconnecting with Native American stories and sacred spaces. Stephen Alvarez discusses the significance of ancient art and the importance of respecting different belief systems. He shares his experiences exploring and documenting ancient rock art sites, such as Devil's Step Hollow and Monte Castillo. Alvarez emphasizes the power of empathy and the connection between artwork and place. He also discusses the education program he started to introduce students to ancient art and foster a deeper appreciation for their local landscapes.

Takeaways

• Photography can be a powerful tool for self-expression and communication, allowing individuals to convey their thoughts and emotions visually.
• Exploration and adventure often lead to unexpected opportunities and career paths. Stephen Alvarez's love for cave exploration led him to become a renowned National Geographic photographer.
• Preserving and sharing ancient art and culture is essential for understanding our shared humanity and appreciating the rich history of different communities.
• Reconnecting with Native American stories and sacred spaces can provide a deeper understanding of the past and foster a sense of appreciation and respect for indigenous cultures. Ancient rock art sites provide insights into past cultures and can be recreated to understand their significance.
• Respecting different belief systems is important, even if they are not our own.
• Teaching empathy through cave art can help children understand and appreciate the experiences of people in the past.
• Certain places, known as the persistence of place, remain culturally significant for thousands of years.
• Artwork and place are intimately connected, and appreciating the power of the place enhances the understanding of the artwork.
• Finding something you love and specializing in it can lead to meaningful work and personal fulfillment.

Chapters

00:00 Stephen's Origin Story
03:09 Becoming a National Geographic Photographer
07:28 First Assignment for Time Magazine
09:44 Assignment for National Geographic in Peru
11:07 Exploring Underground Caves
15:00 Discovering the Cave in Papua New Guinea
20:23 The Ancient Art Archive
32:15 Preserving and Sharing Humanity's Oldest Stories
38:19 Reconnecting Native American Stories
42:37 Sacred Spaces and Rich History
43:06 Recreating the Past at Devil's Step Hollow
44:06 Respecting Different Belief Systems
45:27 Teaching Empathy through Cave Art
46:31 Persistence of Place
49:33 Artwork and Place
52:15 Rock Art and Geologic Time
54:30 Introducing Ancient Art to Schools
58:54 Appreciating the Southern Cumberland Plateau
01:03:05 Finding Something You Love
 
Connect with Stephen Alvarez or Ancient Art Archive:

Website | https://alvarezphotography.com/

Ancient Art Archive Website | https://www.ancientartarchive.org/

Devilstep Hollow Cave Virtual Experience | https://www.ancientartarchive.org/mural-of-america/devilstep-hollow-cave-tennessee/

Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/salvarezphoto/

Ancient Art Archive Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/ancientartarchive/

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 Jake Martin is the President & COO of Invo Solutions. He has successfully led and grown Invo since its inception. In this episode of the Impact Code, Jake shares his perspective on competition vs contentment, being mindful of the impact you can make, parenting, being present where your feet are planted, and why he hires people who are hungry. Thanks to Jake for making this episode special.

Connect with Jake Martin and the Invo Solutions Team:

Website | https://www.invosolutions.com/

Jake on LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/jake-martin-b3048792/

Invo Solutions Youtube | https://www.youtube.com/@invosolutions

Invo Insider Podcast Spotify | https://open.spotify.com/show/0TgxHLrGzl2EZU1IjKzksj

Invo Solutions Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/invosolutions

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Emily Niespodziany is the Executive Director of the Chattanooga Chapter of the American Heart Association. American Heart Association (AHA) is one of the world’s largest health organizations fighting heart disease and stroke whose mission is to be a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives. In her 15 years with the American Heart Association, Emily and her team have raised over $15,000,000 to support life-saving research, education, and community impact projects. While most of her career has remained focused on the day-to-day operations and development for the organization, Emily’s true passion is team building, staff development and encouraging moonshot thinking. In a recent interview, Niespodziany shared that her most recent business practice is to try one thing outside your comfort zone. It’s a practice she encourages both in her professional and personal life. 

Bennett Smith is a Development Director for the American Heart Association in Chattanooga, TN. He is passionate about the mission of the American Heart Association due to his family being affected by cardiovascular disease, his interest in health and wellness, and his motivation to make a difference. Bennett, his wife, and two dogs enjoy doing anything outdoors around Chattanooga to stay healthy and have fun. Additionally, Bennett stays active whitewater kayaking, has represented the USA at 4 Freestyle Kayaking World Championships, and serves on the North Chickamauga Creek Conservancy Board and the Chattanooga Whitewater Committee.

Connect with Emily Niespodziany, Bennett Smith, and the American Heart Association Team:

Website | https://www.heart.org/

Emily on LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/emily-niespodziany-593246a/

Bennett on LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/bennettrsmith96/

Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/ahatennessee/

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Barry Allen is the President & CEO of Tower Community Bank. He has over 25 years of experience in the banking industry in various-sized institutions. Under Barry's leadership, Tower continues to transform what it means to be a community bank. Listen in as Barry discusses a broad range of topics from the importance of work-life balance for teams and making tough decisions as a leader to building Tower for the next generation.

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Dave McAuley is an independent certified Leadership Coach, Consultant and Founding Member of the John Maxwell Team. He is also certified in the 5 Voices system. Dave has over 40 years of experience in leading teams in a wide variety of settings including businesses, nonprofits and churches. In 2004 he started Summit Leadership Foundation. Dave views leadership as an opportunity to serve others and developed the COREX25 framework to help leaders identify issues and then craft solutions that will best serve their teams and align them for success.

Connect with Dave McAuley and the Summit Team:

Summit Website | https://summitlife.org/

CoreX25 Website | https://corex25.com/

Email Dave | [email protected]

Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/summitlifejc/

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Joey Odom is one of the most passionate people I've ever met. He recently relocated to Knoxville, TN from Atlanta with his wife and two kids. He co-founded a company called Aro to address the problem of digital addiction head-on. And I love it! Prior to founding Aro, Joey was an executive in commercial real estate, and like Heath, realized his phone was distracting him from the most important thing in life - his family. He's famous for saying, "When you change your relationship with your phone, you change your relationship with everyone around you, including yourself." Joey is the heart behind Aro, and it was truly a privilege to share a conversation with him. I hope you enjoy it as much as I did.

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Justin Skinner is an author, speaker, podcaster, and short-term rental operator. His book, Professional Failure, teaches how failure is a gift. Justin grew up in Springfield, Missouri, on a dairy farm just north of the city limits. He is the oldest of four children and married to Kendra Joy Skinner. They currently live in Springfield, Missouri. They love spending time with family, and enjoy playing all types of board games and pickle ball. We cover a broad range of topics from Professional Failure to building a business with a spouse. Please enjoy our conversation!

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Website | https://www.professional-failure.com/

Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/justincskinner/

Professional Failure Podcast (Spotify) | https://open.spotify.com/show/5Af5qr5fGInxdomqHtEcdh

Professional Failure Book | https://a.co/d/0PX89bT

Professional Failure Audiobook | https://a.co/d/9Xrwf95

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