Legacy Leader's "Your Encore"

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Opportunity for Legacy Leaders to share their stories about moving from work to retirement. Second Act Stories that share life after retirement lessons learned. “What advice would you give to someone considering a Second Act, sharing stories of LL’s who have made major career changes to pursue a second act.

May 27

Walking Into Wellness

Megan Shumaker, Outdoor Recreation Inclusion Specialist with Cleveland Metroparks, joins us for an inspiring conversation about how nature and outdoor recreation support health, connection, and lifelong well-being. In Walking into Wellness, Megan shares how accessible outdoor experiences can: Improve physical and mental healthFoster social connectionPromote inclusionEncourage lifelong explorationWhether you are an experienced hiker or simply looking for a new way to stay active, this episode offers practical ideas and encouragement to step outside and invest in your wellness.
Mar 26

Playhouse Square RedCoats: Purpose, Community, and the Power of Volunteering

The Playhouse Square RedCoats are the welcoming presence for nearly one million guests attending over one thousandperformances annually helping fuel a performing arts ecosystem that contributes more than $359 million to the local economy each year. Their service reflects purpose, civic pride, and the power of meaningful engagement later in life. This episode explores how volunteering, especially in a vibrant cultural environment can become a powerfulplatform for wellness, identity, and legacy.
Feb 19

Before the Leap: Shifting Your Mindset Before Your Next Step

Guest Lori K. Long, Ph.D., is a Partner at Shoreline Associates, where she works with entrepreneurs, organizations, and nonprofits to strengthen leadership, people strategy, and purpose-driven growth. She retired early from Baldwin Wallace University after more than 20 years in academia. Dr. Long explores how to recognize when it’s time to take the next step, especially when you feel drawn toward something new but aren’t yet sure what ee holds. She emphasizes the importance of focusing on mindset before deciding what comes next. For leaders who are accustomed to solving problems and making plans, pausing without a clear destination can feel uncomfortable. Yet this intentional pause may be the most critical part of the journey—an opportunity to step back from logistics and center your mindset before moving forward.
12/19/2025

A Celebration of Health and Creativity

Retired Children's Hospital VP and Part-time Potter Meredith Reeves Slosberg has found a way to merge her passions for Food as Medicine and pottery into a project that celebrates both health and creativity. Inspired by the idea that beautiful, intentional design can encourage mindful eating, Meredith handcrafts unique bowls for patients at the Food as Medicine Clinic at MetroHealth Hospital in Ohio and the Healthy Eating Habits Diabetic Clinic at the St. Vincent de Paul Society in Arizona. These bowls aren’t just pieces of art; they are rewards for reaching important health milestones, such as improved A1C levels, better blood pressure, or weight reduction. For Meredith, each bowl tells a story of perseverance, wellness, and the transformative power of combining nourishment with thoughtful design.
11/21/2025

Seasoned & Strong: Reclaiming Wellness, Power and Purpose Across Generations

Guest host DaJon Battle explores leadership and wellness through the lenses of legacy, reinvention, and collective wisdom. She is joined by Connie Hill-Johnson, Dr. Jacklyn Chisholm, and Denise Coats for a thoughtful conversation broken into three segments: Segment 1 — The Work That Shaped You Personal stories and career-defining moments that shaped each guest’s leadership. Segment 2 — Retirement as a Wellness Platform How retirement can become a purposeful space for health, meaning, and renewed impact. Segment 3 — Reflections & Collective Wisdom Closing insights, lessons learned, and practical wisdom to carry forward.
10/02/2025

The Power of Intergenerational Communities

Guest host, Lee Schwebel and his guests will explore the theme: The power of intergenerational communities: What happens when leaders across generations come together to reimagine the future ofcollaboration? Guests include: DaJon Battle Darrick McDaniel Kait McNeeley Anthony Peebles
09/03/2025

Reinventing Yourself After A Successful Career

Explore what it means to reinvent yourself after a successful career, and how the skills you’ve built over a lifetime can translate into new, meaningful chapters. Richard Scott Richard “Zoom” Scott is a man to pay attention to. He retired from Cleveland Channel 8, FOX 8, after 40 years. This type of longevity in a career only comes with working hard, being a likable person, and learning several usable skills at the same time. The Alliance High School graduate knew coming into his profession that he would have to work hard to advance. “Back when I first got started, I knew that if I worked hard, I could get everything I wanted out of my job,” Scott said. He started off, and still works as a technician. But he also helps with several other jobs as well, including: cameraman, writer, producer, and flying on TV 8’s Sky Fox helicopter every morning to assist with the morning traffic. When Scott isn’t working, he finds time to support the community with his 10th annual Soup for the Soul event, which is held every year to help feed needy families. “I feel like when you’re fortunate like I am, you must find ways to help others. We started this program to help those who are less fortunate. I love the fact that so many wonderful people come out to support us year after year. It makes the holidays special for me and my family and I would not change a thing.”
07/23/2025

"Bridging Generational Divides”

People of all ages want to work across generations to help others and improve the world around them. Dr. Minnie Bowers, Assistant Clinical Professor of Behavioral Health, Cleveland Clinic and Meir Manevich, Mandel Scholar, Cleveland State University, have a timely conversation on how working across generations can help solve societal challenges and build community well-being.

Opportunity for Legacy Leaders to share their stories about moving from work to retirement. Second Act Stories that share life after retirement lessons learned. “What advice would you give to someone considering a Second Act, sharing stories of LL’s who have made major career changes to pursue a second act.

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Cleveland Leadership Center
Years Active

2023 - 2026
Episodes

23
Rating

Clean
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Legacy Leader's "Your Encore"