The Man on a Mission. City motto: One City One Mission.

I sat down with Mr. Tim Bolduc, the City Manager of Crestview, FL.

The city has seen incredible growth with military, industry, commercial and residential construction and more. Under his leadership, over the past 5 years, he has been instrumental in the city planning, beautification, revitalization and improvements. We discuss his vision and his mission over the past 5 years and into the future.

We talk Infrastructure, traffic management with a new I-10 Bypass, nightlife, housing, rent prices, careers, military, parks, library, family engagement and quality of life.

He's Dreaming big--Taking Crestview to the next level Get ready for the future.

Jason Boatwright, Air Force Veteran, Public Affairs Officer with the VA, Bachelors, Masters and soon to be Doctorate in Social Work and Former Legislative Aide to US Congressman Representative Matt Gaetz joins me today in the studio.

I am a Doctor of Nursing Practice, Nurse Practitioner and a Disability Claims Provider that does disability assessments, I tell you what to expect when you go in for your exams.

Jason also discusses So many other resources available at the VA. Get back into care at the VA!

We will have him on again, SO many questions to be answered!

Dr. Tina Taylor, PhD and Program Director of the new Direct Entry Masters in Nursing and

Dr. Billy Morales, DNP and Program Director of the MSN Program and Assistant Professor of Clinical Practice.

They join me and discuss the new programs at University of West Florida. We talk about the amazing leadership of UWF and the vision of the Nursing programs and the amazing instructors that are making a difference and preparing the next generation of Nursing Workforce.

We talk integrative, innovative, hi-tech Sim Labs, Poverty simulators, traditional programs, policy driven changes and more.

We also discuss how UWF is an Award Winning program, Florida Collegiate Purple Star Campus for taking care of military and Veterans transitioning into university setting. With military liaisons and personnel to assist the military member and their families!

Linda "Sonshine" Moorer is my special Co-Host today. She has been in radio behind the scenes as a Program Director and on the Mic with her own show for 35yrs!

She joins me today to talk with 2 powerhouse motivational speakers, consultants, authors, entrepreneurs and Leaders in the community!

They share their messages of how to stay motivated and focus your purpose and mission for 2024.

Dr Kennita Williams, owner of Clear Vision LLC, has been a Legal Assistant to US Air Force JAG Corp, Air Force Spouse of the Year, a member of the Spouse Advocacy Network, a Masters in Mental Health and her PhD in Leadership Development and was an Advisor on the Healthcare Team staff for Senator Lisa Murkowski of Alaska.

Jeremy Ruffin, Founder of Ruff Path, is an author and highly sought after speaker. From Foster care to a loving adopted home he shares his experiences and his purpose. He has been a school principal and a Head Basketball Coach, post Masters in Educational Leadership, has completed multiple humanitarian missions to help with food, shelter, sports and spiritual needs. Winner of the Emerging Leader of the Year 2023 from the Chamber of Commerce and in 2024 is launching a new Non-profit.

It's undeniable that the Waffle Hous has a following and it just seems to keep getting bigger!

What is it about WH? I had questions, so, I went straight to the top!

I had the pleasure of sitting down with the Past Presdient/COO Mr. Bert Thornton, and joining us in studio is who Bert called the "Next generation running the show", Northwest FL Area Vice President Ms. Krista Artinger.

My special co-host on the mic today is my beautiful daughter, Marciella Sanford.

We discuss the WH charm, their following, the food--- how many eggs and waffles do the make a day--- their Christmas sales and what is their most ordered item on the menu?

Then we get into the business and leadership behing WH. How technology and innovation have changed WH since 1955, and Mrs. Thornton's 2 best-selling books on business, leadership and Mentoring!

How does WH identify a leader, a mentor and build a culture of excellence and thinking like an owner?

Books discussed are available on Amazon:

Find an Old Gorilla & High-Impact Mentoring with Co-author Dr. Sherry Hartnett.

Pastor Marcel Davis, former Naval Air Station Engineer and Pastor and former Pensacola Police Chief David Alexander III join me in the studio!

I sit down with 2 Legendary Pastors, and they share stories of joy, hope, inspiration and how to deal with Holiday Stress.

They grew up together, went to high school together and have funny stories they share!

How did they choose the Ministry, or it choose them!

They walk us through what they do when someone comes to them searching for peace around the holidays.

The Monica Sanford Show sits down with TWO Award winning Chefs, caterers & entrepreneurs! We chat about how they became chefs, their recent TOP awards in Pensacola, FL at The Culinary Legends Wine & Food Classic, their future plans and goals and of course their Holiday favorites to eat and cook!

Loved sitting down with these two powerful ladies!

Their Plating is something to behold! They are both so creative in their culinary designs and food presentation.

Coralin Allen Owner & CEO of Cora's Custom Creations. offering full-service catering and events. From private to corporate events from design to dining!

Jennifer Lowry, Owner and CEO of Conchitas Catering! From corporate events to your own personal chef. Her food displays are so creative and become part of the decorations of the party!

I ask each one: Do they ever want to own their own restaurant? What is their favorite food to eat and make?

What would you tell someone to make for the Holidays that feeds a bunch of friends and family, on a budget and looks festive!?!?

ALso on this Veteran's episode joining in on the interview is Retired Marine LtCol David Sanford.

Ryan starts with:

He was at work just having a coffee. Then all hell broke out.

He was shot 6 times in a terrorist attack on US soil aboard NAS Pensacola, FL.

Hear what he was hearing, feeling and thinking while someone was trying to kill him.

Minute by minute account of the 27minutes.

He helped fellow service members escape, helped a responding officer that had been shot while not knowing how many times he was shot himself.

Hear about the phone call he made to his wife and asking her to call his mother.

Hear about the phone call he made to his Captain, the call that stay connected.

He received a Purple Heart and Navy Marine Medal- the hightest non-combat medal given.

He shares how his background as a State Champion and NCAA All-star wrestler helped him and how his training just kicked in.

He tells us what he's doing now and how after multiple major surgeries, he just completed a Triathlon, opened his own gym and started his Ryan Blackwell Foundation.

Visit his Gym website: Well-Trained in Gulf Breeze FL.

Have you ever said something and then thought "Wow, that did not come out right!"

My 2023 Summer Leadership Series ended with an amazing guest.

I sit down with a linguistic expert and we talk all about Talking and Communicating and discuss how to speak clearly!

With a PhD in Linguistics and Education, Dr. Laura Sicola as been a Leadership Communication expert, Liguist coach and influencer to CEOs, Fortune 500 companies, non-profits and sought after Leadership Conferences.

Her Ted Talk has nearly 7million views: "Want to sound like a Leader? Start by saying your name right!"

How language and speech are processed in your brain: saying what you want to say and how it is actually heard!

Learning to Master the 3 C's of effective Communication with Vocal Executive Presence.

Please check out her Podcast, her book and her Ted Talk.

I have the honor to sit down with Retired Navy Capt Tim Kinsella. He tells us all about his new position as the Executive Director of the new Aystock, Witkin, Kreis & Overholtz Center for Leadership at University of West Florida in Pensacola, FL and all the specifics on how they are Building Leaders!

Capt Kinsella was the Base Commander for one of the largest Naval Air Bases in the world, and home to the Blue Angels, Pensacola Naval Air Station. Under his command he was faced with challenges from Hurricanes, Pandemic, and a Terrorist Attack. He talks us through how his leadership kept the confidence in the troops and the community.

He also opens up with very personal story on how that has an affect on a leader.

You don't want to miss this story!

We talk about Ireland and how he came to be in the US Navy!

What job did he have?

What is his favorite thing to fly?