Lessons from Local Leaders: Uncover the secrets to thriving in the unpredictable world of real estate with Austin Wickwire of Wickwire Real Estate at RE/MAX Gateway, a seasoned veteran who’s navigated the ups and downs of this dynamic industry in Northern Virginia. Listen as Austin shares his intriguing journey from growing up in Centerville and […]

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Austin Wickwire

Lessons from Local Leaders: What happens when leaders look beyond the balance sheet and seek a deeper connection with their souls? We sit down with Abraham Joseph Ajenifuja, founder of Peace Profit LLC, who reveals the transformative impact of soul-driven leadership. Abraham takes us on his journey from a quiet upbringing in Nigeria to becoming […]

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Abraham Ajenifuja

Lessons from Local Leaders: Join us as we uncover the remarkable journey of Brian McGuiness, the residential brand ambassador for JK Moving Services, who transitioned from military service to a central role in the moving industry. You’ll discover how Chuck Kuhn founded JK Moving at just 16 and grew it into North America’s largest independent […]

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Brian McGuiness

Lessons from Local Leaders: What happens when a personal history of learning difficulties becomes the catalyst for a thriving career in mental health? Join us as Julie Holgate, founder of Holgate Child and Family Counseling, shares her journey from childhood experiences to opening a new office. Julie’s innovative therapy methods, which include online, in-home, and […]

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Julie Holgate

Lessons from Local Leaders: After weathering the chaos of the Gulf War, Anthony Lane emerged not just as a military veteran but as a transformative guide for those seeking balance amidst life’s pressures. Through inspiring personal stories, Anthony reveals the art of maintaining composure, a skill he honed under extreme circumstances and now imparts to […]

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Anthony Lane

Lessons from Local Leaders: Glenn Stakem from Keller Williams Realty joins us to unravel his remarkable path from humble beginnings at a family-run REMAX firm to becoming a distinguished figure in real estate, especially during tumultuous market times. Hear firsthand how Glenn weathered the storm of foreclosures and short sales in 2008, transforming adversity into […]

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Glenn Stakem

Lessons from Local Leaders: After initially resisting the real estate path paved by her family, Cherish Green, the managing broker at Caldwell Banker Elite, shares the compelling story of what eventually led her to embrace a career in real estate. Tune in as she discusses how her hospitality background became instrumental in fostering a team-oriented, […]

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Cherish Green

Lessons from Local Leaders: What if breaking the chains of addiction could start with a single, heartfelt conversation? Meet Tara Mayson and Ian Wallace, the dynamic duo behind the Hope Dealer Project, an inspiring initiative born from a shared determination to combat the overdose crisis devastating their community. Listen as they share how they transformed […]

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Tara Mayson

Lessons from Local Leaders: Discover the secrets behind successful financial advising with our guest, Yasmine Bonilla, a trailblazing independent financial advisor with over two decades of experience at Raymond James. Learn how Yasmine’s career journey began with a groundbreaking role as one of the first female Latinas at Smith Barney in 2000. She shares her […]

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Yasmine Bonilla

Lessons from Local Leaders: Can a passion for fitness transform into a thriving business? Join us as we uncover the fascinating journey of JP Sherry, a lawyer turned innovative entrepreneur, who has seamlessly fused his legal acumen with his love for fitness to create ‘Train’—a luxury personal training facility like no other. Amidst the challenges […]

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JP Sherry

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