Getting Neighborly -- Town of Fairview FriedoNation Productions

Get ready to be inspired by a story that exemplifies unwavering determination, the strength of overcoming, and the power of faith. Today, we kick off our special series on Women Entrepreneurs, and we're starting strong with the remarkable journey of Dr. Cortney Baker right here in Fairview.
Imagine being a teenage mom and carving a path to an extraordinary life. That's just the beginning of Cortney's story. At 28, she took a leap of faith, leaving her job as a children's speech therapist to build her own home health company, KidsCare Home Health. From its humble start in Dallas, it's now an 8-figure national enterprise with over 1000 employees.
But here's where Cortney's journey takes a profound turn. She's a stroke survivor, a living testament to her strength in the face of adversity. Her story speaks volumes, reminding us that challenges can be overcome with the right mindset and unwavering faith.
Cortney's achievements extend far beyond the business realm. She was honored as the Texas Business Woman of the Year in 2016/2017, underscoring her unwavering dedication. Her insights have graced influential platforms like Huffington Post and Forbes. She also received her Doctorate in Organizational Leadership from Pepperdine University, a testament to her commitment to learning and growth.
Now, let's dive into the captivating facets of her journey. Dr. Cortney Baker isn't just an entrepreneurial powerhouse; she's also an accomplished painter. Her canvas vividly portrays empowerment, resilience, and hope, driven by her faith in Jesus Christ.
Cortney's influence reaches every corner. As a seasoned TEDx and keynote speaker, she shares her wisdom on women's leadership and entrepreneurship, driven by her faith and passion. Her message resonates with people from all walks of life, reminding us of our incredible potential.
But that's not all – Cortney authored "Unlimited: Conquering the Myth of the Glass Ceiling," a book that serves as a guide to shatter limitations and embrace the potential that faith and resilience bring. And then there's the "Scaling Society," a community Cortney founded to nurture creative women business owners. The Scaling Society is where ideas flourish, businesses thrive, and lasting connections are made while grounded in faith.
So, join me on this special episode of "Getting Neighborly" as we kick off our Women Entrepreneurs series by delving into the captivating journey of Dr. Cortney Baker. Her story is a living testament to the indomitable human spirit fueled by faith. Get ready to be inspired on a whole new level!
www.WEInspireTX.com 
Company LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/cortneybaker/ 
Company Website: www.courtneybaker.com  
Company Instagram: @Drcortneybaker - https://www.instagram.com/drcortneybaker/  
 

 
Dave catches up with Paul Marto of Martography -- Fine Art Wildlife Prints, Note Cards and Calendars
Paul has been passionate about photography since the early 1980's. Nature, wildlife and action shots are his favorites and he loves the challenge that arises from the unpredictability of his subjects when he is trying to capture the perfect wildlife moment. He is a native of California and has spent the last twenty-eight years in Orange County. Paul grew up in Carmel Valley, so it is no surprise that he gravitated towards wildlife photography. Mountain bike riding, hiking, tennis and playing the electric guitar round out the list of pursuits for this U.C. San Diego graduate. He has a beautiful wife and two adorable children.
Through his photography, Paul is trying to bring awareness to the abundant collection of wildlife that cohabit the Orange County area. He believes that the more we know about these amazing animals and their requirements, the better prepared we will be to live a peaceful coexistence with them. He strives to present brilliant photographs of these wonderful creatures, large and small, in a way that will both inspire and educate.
Martography: 801-599-2849
Paul’s Instagram Account: Https://instagram.com/paulmartophotography
Paul’s Etsy Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/Martography
Paul Marto: https://www.turningart.com/artist/paul-marto
 
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Accasia Martinez – Owner & Operator of Accasia’s Event Venue since July 2021
Wife to Fernando Martinez for over 27 years and mother of 3 – Patrick 26 yrs old, Ryan who will be 21 in August and Ashley 14yrs old.  
Born in New York and raised in the Dominican Republic.  Holds an Associate degree in Business Administration, has experience as an Executive Assistant, Human Resources Generalist, Compensation Analyst, Sales Analyst, Marketing & over 18 years of experience in Corporate Event Planning for companies like AIG, Liberty Mutual, Sol de Plata, Occidental Hotels & Resorts, Philip Morris, Frito Lay & PepsiCo Foodservice.  
The bond with her family and the relationships she builds with people is the most important thing to her.  So after planning events for over 18 years, for both corporate employers and personal connections, she has taken a leap of faith and started our own venue & planning services.  
Accasia hopes that her venue can serve as the stage to many celebrations and gatherings that bring people together to create lasting memories & relationships.
 

The Collin County Historical Commission (CCHC) is the official local arm of the Texas Historical Commission. It receives Collin County funding to serve as the umbrella organization for all historical preservation and education groups within the county.
The commission currently has twenty members nominated by the members of the Commissioners Court and representing all four quadrants of Collin County.
The commission holds regular meetings on the last Thursday of each month, beginning at 4 pm (except when Thanksgiving falls on the last Thursday, then we move to the first Thursday of December).

The National Defense Security Briefing Series is a program of quarterly discussions on issues and areas of the world where US vital national interests are at stake in the 21st Century. The series is jointly sponsored by the Dallas Chapters of the Navy League, the Air & Space Forces Association, the Association of the US Army, the Military Order of the World Wars, and the Jewish War Veterans. While we all support our individual programs and charities, this program is designed to bring us together in support of the issues we share in common.
Heritage Ranch hosts the series that attracts a broad audience of people from all over North Texas.
In this episode Super Dave Quinn is joined by 3 key members of the National Defense Security Briefing Series.
Ted Puchacz, Former Machine Accountant Intelligence, Navy.  (Ted lives in Heritage Ranch)
Board Member
ted@ndbsinc.org
Military Background
Ted is a veteran of the Cold War, Cuban Missile Crisis, Vietnam, and SHAPE War Headquarters. He retired from the Navy as a MA2, Intelligence, after 6.5 years of active service. He worked on the development of intelligence during the Cuban Missile Crisis, development and deployment of the IOIC database on NAVY carriers as well as serving at SHAPE, Panda Division, developing systems for both NATO & US Eucom. During his time in service, Ted has worked with a variety of US & NATO intelligence services. 
Charles Daniels, Former Lieutenant, U.S. Navy
President
charles@ndbsinc.org
Chuck served in the United States Navy from 1978 to 1984, as a Surface Warfare Officer in the Pacific on destroyers and as a Liaison Officer between Commander Naval Surface Forces Pacific (COMNAVSURFPAC) and the First Division of the United States Marine Corp (FIRSTMARDIV) Camp Pendleton.
After leaving the U.S. Navy, Chuck began a 30-year career working for Texas Instruments Defense Equipment Group and Raytheon. Throughout his entire post-military career, he supported Top Secret U.S. Navy technology research programs as well as intelligence development programs. He has been a Manufacturing Engineer, had roles in business development, finance and contracts. When Chuck retired from Raytheon, he was managing approximately $1B in defense contracts.  
Charles became the Commander of the Dallas Chapter of MOWW in July of 2020 and led the Dallas Chapter to the “Best Large Chapter” award by June 2021. He has been awarded the MOWW Silver Patrick Henry Award, the MOWW Gold Patrick Henry Award, the Chapter Commander Emeritus Award, the MOWW National Citation and the U.S. House of Representatives Certificate of Congressional Recognition Award.
John Campbell, Lieutenant General, U.S. Air Force, Retired
Vice President
john@ndbsinc.org
John retired from the Air Force in 2003 as a Lieutenant General. His 32-year military career included operational and staff assignments all over the world. He commanded two fighter wings and has 3,600 flying hours in the T-38, F-15 and F-16 aircraft. In his last tours in Washington, he served as the Deputy Director for Operations, Joint Staff; the Deputy Director of the Defense Information Systems Agency/Commander, Joint Task Force-Computer Network Defense; and as the Associate Director of Central Intelligence, Central Intelligence Agency.
After retiring from the Air Force John worked for Applied Research Associates in Arlington, VA and in 2006 joined Iridium Communications, Inc. McLean VA as the Executive Vice President for Government Programs, managing Iridium’s core government communications services as well as numerous classified programs serving DoD and other US Government customers. He currently serves as Chairman of Iridium Communications’ Government Advisory Board and represents Iridium at the working level on the President’s National Security Telecommunications Advisory Board. General Campbell is a member of the National Security Advisory Council of the U.S. Global Leadership Coalition, Washington DC; and is a senior

  Founded in the late 80’s by Bill and Jill Hawkins, Hawkins Landscape and Lawn Maintenance has been creating and maintaining beautiful outdoor spaces in Collin County for over thirty years.
A family-owned and operated business, we believe in building relationships along with landscapes.  Our team consists of employees who ensure quality, consistency, and professionalism at every step of the process, whether we’re creating a new landscape or maintaining your existing one.