LEESBURG, VA 

Lessons from Local Leaders: Imagine transforming a personal struggle into a beacon of hope for others. Join us as we feature Alyssa Sobecki, the passionate force behind The Difference Baker, a sanctuary for those battling food allergies. Alyssa’s story begins with her own undiagnosed food allergies and inflammatory conditions, experiences that fueled her mission to […]

Lessons from Local Leaders: Discover the inspiring journey of Christopher Howard of Apex Craftsman, where a family-operated business transforms into a multifaceted enterprise renowned for its exceptional craftsmanship and client-focused services. Meet our guest, a seasoned owner with 20 years of expertise in the construction and moving industry, who shares how his Italian upbringing and […]

Lessons from Local Leaders: Ever wondered how a summer job could ignite a lifelong passion and lead to a flourishing business in an unexpected industry? Meet Ben Merrifield, co-founder of Meade’s Heating and Air, as he recounts his journey from a humble summer gig in 2003 to establishing a leading residential HVAC company in Northern […]

Lessons from Local Leaders: Curious about what it takes to transition from a tech career to the mortgage industry? Join us for an enlightening conversation with Darius Jenkins, a seasoned loan officer at GNB Mortgage, as he shares his journey from growing up as an Army brat in Arlington, Virginia, to thriving in the world […]

Lessons from Local Leaders: Have you ever wondered if a simple frustration could spark a transformative business idea? Meet Collin Wheeler, whose perceptive leap from move consultant to junk removal entrepreneur revolutionized an industry. We promise you’ll uncover Collin’s journey from maneuvering a manual transmission truck to orchestrating a fleet of eye-catching red trucks, setting […]

Lessons from Local Leaders: Pasi Verimo, a Finnish entrepreneur and president of W&OD Homes, shares his incredible story of transitioning from the IT telecom field to mastering the art of interior remodeling. You’ll learn how Pasi moved from handling small handyman tasks to leading large-scale residential projects, specializing in everything from kitchen and bathroom renovations […]

Lessons from Local Leaders: Robin Gebhardt, a seasoned realtor at Real Broker, joins us to share her inspiring journey of building a successful real estate team, “Keepin’ It Real,” and launching the transformative coaching program, “Badass Boot Camp.” Robin’s personal experiences in the real estate industry have shaped her authentic approach to fostering collaboration and […]

Lessons from Local Leaders: Join us for an inspiring conversation with Tracey Savage, an exceptional real estate agent who has transformed her career from a humble start as a receptionist to thriving at Century 21 Redwood Realty. Tracey’s story is a testament to perseverance and passion, as she shares her journey and the lessons learned […]

Lessons from Local Leaders: Join us for an inspiring conversation with Tracey Savage, an exceptional real estate agent who has transformed her career from a humble start as a receptionist to thriving at Century 21 Redwood Realty. Tracey’s story is a testament to perseverance and passion, as she shares her journey and the lessons learned […]

Lessons from Local Leaders: What if you could turn adversity into opportunity and transform your dreams into reality? Veronika Amaya did just that, giving local artists a nurturing platform to thrive. Hear how her challenging experiences at farmer’s markets fueled her vision for Handmade by LMAC, a thriving retail space for local artisans in Sterling, […]