Mission Megaphone

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Mission Megaphone

How do you find out about organizations that you can feel good about supporting? Each episode, we're introducing you to an inspiring person doing amazing work at a mission based organization. We are giving them the mic and acting as their megaphone to help get their message out to the world! Mission Megaphone is a Growth Network Podcast Production. Learn more at www.growthnetworkpodcasts.com/missionmegaphone

  1. 28/09/2023

    From Observation to Activation: A Leadership Journey with Mariah Rankine-Landers

    In this powerful episode of Mission Megaphone, we delve into the world of creativity and leadership with Mariah Rankine-Landers, Co-Founder of Studio Pathways, which provides an inquiry-based approach to culturally responsive teaching and learning. Mariah is also the Co-Author of the newly released book "Do Your Lessons Love Your Students? Creative Education for Social Change." Mariah's wisdom gained through her lived experiences as an artist, educator, leader, and author provides invaluable insights into activating leadership within ourselves and others. 🔶 Main Themes Explored 🔶 🔸 Leadership as an Orientation: Mariah challenges the conventional idea of leadership as a hierarchical position and emphasizes that leadership is an inherent quality present in everyone. She encourages listeners to view leadership as an orientation that can be activated within themselves and others. 🔸 The Power of Observation and Creativity: Mariah highlights the significance of observation and deep reflection in enhancing decision-making, creativity, and overall leadership effectiveness. She underscores the strong connection between creativity and leadership, viewing artists as profound thinkers and investigators of the world. 🔸 Overcoming Challenges and Recognizing Marginalized Leadership: Mariah shares her experiences in navigating challenges in the classroom and workplace such as the deeper implications of DEI initiatives and the U.S. policy "No Child Left Behind". She advocates for recognizing and prioritizing leadership from marginalized communities past the appearance of inclusion, emphasizing the wealth of knowledge and wisdom they possess. 🔸 Continuous Personal Growth and Collaboration: Mariah discusses her commitment to ongoing personal growth, including learning new skills like sailing and languages such as French to expand her deeper understanding of the world around her. She also shares insights into her collaborative book project, "Do Your Lessons Love Your Students?" co-authored with Jessabrie Moreno, and offers a glimpse into her exciting upcoming projects. 📣 Mariah's book "Do Your Lessons Love Your Students?" is out now! Get your copy on Amazon here. And when you find inspiration, make sure to pass it on! Connect With Mariah: LinkedIn: Mariah R. Instagram: @studiopathways Follow us on Instagram: @missionmegaphone @untappedleaders @jennyvazqueznewsum @gnpshows Connect with us on LinkedIn: Growth Network Podcasts...

    38 min

  2. 07/09/2023

    Operationalizing Leadership with Cedric Rogers

    In this episode of Mission Megaphone, Jenny Vazquez-Newsum connects with longtime friend, Cedric Rogers. Cedric is the Co-Founder and CEO of Culture Genesis, a media-tech company that remixes digital technology for authentic urban culture and entertainment. Culture Genesis owns All Def Digital, the largest Black-owned digital media publisher and network with a community of over 30 million. 🔶 Main Themes Explored 🔶 🔸 Servant Leadership and Operational Clarity: Cedric emphasizes the significance of servant leadership, maintaining a clear vision, and operationalizing leadership through effective communication and partnerships. 🔸 Transparency, Trust, and Diversity: Cedric highlights the value of transparency within a team, fostering trust, and recognizing untapped leadership potential in underrepresented communities. 🔸 Challenges of Being a Black Entrepreneur: Cedric addresses the challenges he has faced as a black entrepreneur in securing funding. He highlights the disparities in the tech startup ecosystem and how systemic biases affect access to capital. Tune into this inspiring episode of Mission Megaphone with Cedric Rogers as he shares his journey in the start-up space, stories of visionary leaders that inspired him, and lessons on tapping into your own well of leadership. And when you find inspiration, make sure to pass it on! Connect With Guest: Website: https://cedricjrogers.com/about All Socials: cedricjrogers Follow us on Instagram: @missionmegaphone @untappedleaders @jennyvazqueznewsum @gnpshows Connect with us on LinkedIn: Growth Network Podcasts Untapped Leaders Jenny Vazquez-Newsum Mission Megaphone is a Growth Network Podcasts production. 🌱Production by Marsha Ord and Lynz Floren. 🌱Music Produced by Nicholas Fournier. 🌱Promotional Support by Marsha Ord. Mentioned in this episode: PodVoices.help In partnership with podvoices.help we encourage listeners to visit www.choice.crd.co for resources on safe abortion access.

    44 min

  3. 24/08/2023

    Leading with Purpose: Rethinking Healthcare and Sustainability with Urvashi Bhatnagar

    In this insightful episode, we are joined by Urvashi Bhatnagar, a visionary leader at the crossroads of healthcare, sustainability, and innovation. With her extensive background in data science, consulting, and healthcare, sheds light on the powerful synergy between leadership, sustainability, and healthcare outcomes. As the co-author of "The Sustainability Scorecard," Urvashi shares her passion for creating positive change by aligning business goals with holistic wellness and environmental considerations. 🔶Main Themes Explored🔶 🔸 Visionary Leadership and Sustainability: Jenny and Urvashi explore the synergy between visionary leadership, sustainability, and healthcare outcomes. As an expert in data science and healthcare consulting, Urvashi discusses the importance of aligning business objectives with broader goals related to wellness and environmental impact. 🔸 Shifting Mindsets: Urvashi advocates for a shift in mindset, emphasizing the interconnectedness of personal health and wellness with business success. This change in perspective can lead to more impactful and holistic approaches to healthcare and business practices. 🔸 Empowering Consumer Voices: Urvashi discusses the power of individuals to demand sustainable solutions, especially within the healthcare sector. This theme underscores the importance of listening to consumer feedback and involving underserved populations in decision-making. Urvashi speaks of her excitement to see consumers becoming more advocative and refers to the movements as a true tap into leadership. 🔸 Innovation and Entrepreneurship: Urvashi encourages entrepreneurs and small businesses to seize the opportunity to create innovative solutions for healthcare challenges. The episode discusses the potential for agile and impactful solutions to emerge from smaller entities, leading to positive change in healthcare practices and outcomes. 📣 Tune into this episode now for a truly inspiring episode, with Jenny and Urvashi discussing how consumers can advocate for the changes and innovations they wish to see, and how it can be a form of empowering leadership. You'll gain insight into how leadership is not only about the titles you hold, but the values and practices you put into the world. And when you find inspiration, make sure to pass it on! Connect With Urvashi: LinkedIn: Urvashi Bhatnagar Website: https://www.greenovationproject.com Buy "The Sustainability Scorecard" here. Follow us on Instagram: @missionmegaphone @untappedleaders @jennyvazqueznewsum @gnpshows Connect with us on LinkedIn: Growth Network Podcasts a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/untapped-leaders/" rel="noopener noreferrer"...

    34 min

  4. 10/08/2023

    Reshaping Organizations for Equity with André Darmanin

    In this enlightening episode of Mission Megaphone, Jenny Vazquez-Newsum sits down with André Darmanin, CEO of Urban Equity Consulting. André, a seasoned leadership consultant, takes us on a journey to explore the true essence of leadership and reshape organizations to embrace equity and diversity. 🔶 Main Themes Explored 🔶 🔸Defining Leadership: Leadership is not confined to titles; it's about influence, adaptability, and embracing diverse perspectives. André reminds us that holding a senior title does not automatically make you a great leader. It is the values you hold and the way you influence those around you. 🔸Embracing Culture: Cultural intelligence and empathy drive authentic leadership in today's multifaceted world. We must look to the many cultures of the world and embrace their diverse perspectives on workplace culture and leadership to improve our own. 🔸Pushing Through Discomfort: There is no change without discomfort. Organizations must embrace discomfort, listen to diverse voices, and create spaces for untapped potential. As leaders, we also must push through the discomfort to challenge the status quo to unlock the change we wish to see. 🔸Know Your Worth: Know yourself, trust your abilities, and be confident in your unique contribution to transformative change. Tune in to this empowering episode as André Darmanin sheds light on the untapped potential within us all, inviting us to become leaders who shape a brighter, more inclusive future. And when you find inspiration, make sure to pass it on! Follow Urban Equity Consulting: LinkedIn: Urban Equity Consulting Services Facebook: Urban Equity Consulting Services Instagram: @urbanequityconsulting Website: https://urbanstrategist.ca/ Connect With André: LinkedIn: André D. Instagram: @andre_darmanin Webcast: Global Conversations Webcast Follow us on Instagram: @missionmegaphone @untappedleaders @jennyvazqueznewsum @gnpshows Connect with us on LinkedIn: Growth Network Podcasts Untapped Leaders Jenny Vazquez-Newsum Mission Megaphone is a Growth Network Podcasts production. 🌱Production by Marsha...

    36 min

  5. 13/07/2023

    The Culture Shift: Unpacking Misconceptions and Embracing Authentic Leadership with Angela Howard

    🔸 Join host Jenny in an enlightening conversation with Angela Howard, CEO of Call for Culture. Angela, an organizational psychologist, brings a wealth of knowledge and experience transforming culture in the workplace. 📣 Main Themes Explored 📣 Redefining Happiness at Work: Shift the focus from solely making employees happy to creating safe spaces, fostering impact, and addressing systemic issues within organizations.Tapping into Your Leadership: Embrace your intuition, honour your history, and abandon the need for code-switching to unlock your authentic leadership potential.Workplace Culture Mirrors Societal Culture: It is essential to recognize that our workplace culture mirrors our societal culture and we need to deconstruct these values in order to break the cycle. Join us in this thought-provoking conversation as we gain valuable insights from Angela Howard's expertise and embark on a journey toward authentic leadership and transformative workplace culture. 🔸 And when you find inspiration, make sure to pass it on! 🔸 🔸 Mission Megaphone is a Growth Network Podcasts production. 🔸 Connect with Angela: LinkedIn: Angela R Howard Instagram: @angelarhoward Podcast: Social Responsibility at Work Follow us on Instagram: @missionmegaphone @untappedleaders @jennyvazqueznewsum @gnpshows Connect with us on LinkedIn: Growth Network Podcasts Untapped Leaders Jenny Vazquez-Newsum Mentioned in this episode: PodVoices.help In partnership with podvoices.help we encourage listeners to visit www.choice.crd.co for resources on safe abortion access.

    36 min

  6. 29/06/2023

    Improvisational Leadership: Unleashing Creativity and Adaptability with Corean Canty

    In this episode of Mission Megaphone, get ready to embark on tapping into your creative leadership journey with our extraordinary guest, Corean Canty, Workplace Wellbeing and Life Design Expert & Founder of The Life is Collective. 🔶 Main Themes Explored 🔶 🔸Embracing Adaptability: Join Corean as she unveils the incredible potential of improv principles in empowering leaders to thrive in uncertain environments. Discover how embracing the unknown and thinking on your feet leads to agile decision-making and remarkable growth in leadership. 🔸 Cultivating Collaboration and Trust: Delve into the vital role of collaboration and trust in both improv and effective leadership. Corean draws upon her extensive experience to provide practical strategies for fostering a culture of trust within teams, fostering innovation, creativity, and collective success. 🔸The Power of Reflection and Feedback: Explore Corean's profound advice on the significance of self-reflection and seeking feedback in our leadership journey. Learn how having "mirrors" around us, trusted individuals who provide honest reflections, can propel personal and professional growth, enabling us to become better leaders. And when you find inspiration, make sure to pass it on! 📲 Connect with Corean: LinkedIn: Corean Canty Mission Megaphone is a Growth Network Podcasts production. Follow us on Instagram: @missionmegaphone @untappedleaders @jennyvazqueznewsum @gnpshows Connect with us on LinkedIn: Growth Network Podcasts Untapped Leaders Jenny Vazquez-Newsum

    41 min

  7. 15/06/2023

    Creating A Culture Of Inclusion with Kevin Henry

    🔸 In this episode of Mission Megaphone, we sit down with Kevin Henry, the Senior Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at USC's Viterbi School of Engineering. Join us for this enlightening conversation with Kevin Henry and gain a deeper understanding of inclusive leadership that drives positive change. Whether you're an aspiring leader or seeking to enhance your existing leadership skills, this episode will equip you with actionable insights to make a difference in your personal and professional life. 📣 Main Topics Explored:📣 The Essence of Inclusive Leadership: Kevin delves into the core qualities of inclusive leadership and highlights the importance of empathy, authenticity, and collaboration.Nurturing Leadership Skills: Kevin shares his thoughts on empowering individuals to unlock their leadership potential and make a meaningful impact. Discover practical tips and strategies to nurture your leadership skills, regardless of your background or industry.Creating Inclusive Environments: Kevin discusses how he uses his leadership to foster a psychologically safe space for people to produce their best work and lean into their best selves. 🔸 And when you find inspiration, make sure to pass it on! 🔸 🔸 Mission Megaphone is a Growth Network Podcasts production. 🔸 Connect with Kevin: Email: khenry@ysc.edu LinkedIn: Kevin Henry Follow us on Instagram: @missionmegaphone @untappedleaders @jennyvazqueznewsum @gnpshows Connect with us on LinkedIn: Growth Network Podcasts Untapped Leaders Jenny Vazquez-Newsum Mentioned in this episode: The Magic of Descript   📍 If you've ever wanted to edit your own videos or Podcasts, but were overwhelmed by how complicated the software was, you are in luck. Descript or Des is a magical tool that allows you to edit text as if you're editing a Google Doc. We use it for this show and use it collaboratively with clients and co-producers on all of our shows. And trust Me. It's Easy to learn. Click our affiliate link here to discover the magical tool for yourself. https://www.descript.com/?lmref=4Jd6GA And if you want some guidance on how to learn and use it, please sign up for our Magic of Descript newsletter. https://growthnetworkpodcasts.aweb.page/p/4922149e-bbf6-46d4-b915-26ab434c1c4d

    41 min

  8. 01/06/2023

    Leading Without Ego with Mondi Kumbula-Fraser

    🔸Welcome to this inspiring episode where we have the privilege of hosting Mondi Kumbula-Fraser, Vice President of Government Relations and General Counsel for the Consortium of Universities of the Washington Metropolitan Area. 🔸Mondi is a passionate advocate for empowering individuals to reach their full potential. With a deep commitment to authenticity and inclusivity, she brings a unique perspective to the leadership arena and finds strength in leading without ego. As a respected lawyer and inspiring educator, Mondi's insights and experiences are sure to leave a lasting impact. 📣Main Themes Explored:📣 Embracing Authenticity: Discover the power of leading with authenticity and vulnerability. Mondi shares her belief that true credibility comes from being honest about our limitations, rather than pretending to have all the answers.Unleashing Untapped Potential: Gain a fresh perspective on leadership by exploring untapped potential. Mondi encourages listeners to trust their instincts, speak up, and recognize the value of their voices, particularly for marginalized individuals.Environment and Inclusivity: Reflect on how our environments shape our leadership experiences. Mondi shares personal stories of navigating spaces where her race became more prominent and emphasizes the importance of creating inclusive environments for everyone.Empowering the Next Generation: Dive into Mondi's passion for empowering children, especially those who have been marginalized or face obstacles. Explore the significance of creating opportunities and inclusive spaces that enable young leaders to thrive. 🔸And when you find inspiration, make sure to pass it on! 🔸 🔸Mission Megaphone is a Growth Network Podcasts production.🔸 Connect with Mondi: Email: mkfraser9@outlook.com LinkedIn: Mondi Kumbula-Fraser Principle Post on Mondi Kumbula-Fraser Follow us on Instagram: @missionmegaphone @untappedleaders @jennyvazqueznewsum @gnpshows Connect with us on LinkedIn: Growth Network Podcasts Untapped Leaders Jenny Vazquez-Newsum Growth Network Podcasts offers full service production as well as courses and coaching to help start and maintain your podcast or other content projects. Jenny Vazquez-Newsum, Ed.D. (Season 2 Guest Host) is the Founder of Untapped Leaders, a leadership development organization specializing in uncovering overlooked capacities and untapped talent. Mentioned in this episode: The Magic of Descript   📍 If you've ever wanted to edit your own videos or Podcasts, but were overwhelmed by how...

    37 min
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How do you find out about organizations that you can feel good about supporting? Each episode, we're introducing you to an inspiring person doing amazing work at a mission based organization. We are giving them the mic and acting as their megaphone to help get their message out to the world! Mission Megaphone is a Growth Network Podcast Production. Learn more at www.growthnetworkpodcasts.com/missionmegaphone

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