Lessons from Local Leaders: What happens when a passion for luxury cars and an adventurous spirit converge? Meet Peter Leonard-Morgan he is the president elect of the real estate association, DAAR (Dulles Area Association of Realtors). In this episode our extraordinary guest will takes us through his thrilling career journey, from driving Lamborghinis and selling […]

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Peter Leonard-Morgan

Lessons from Local Leaders: Ever wondered how to transition from corporate training in the hospitality industry to leading a successful real estate team? Join us as we chat with Nate Crandell, the visionary leader behind the Honeyway real estate team at Compass West Realty. Nate’s journey is anything but ordinary — from considering a career […]

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Nate Crandell

Lessons from Local Leaders: Ever wondered what it takes to transform a hay barn into a bustling craft beer brewery? Join us as we sit down with Jay Duvall and Missy Tuttle of Twisted Oak Farm Brewery, who share their incredible journey of turning a 60-acre farm into a haven for beer enthusiasts. Learn how […]

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Missy Tuttle

Lessons from Local Leaders: Ever wondered how a freak accident could lead to a thriving business and a spotlight on national TV? Meet Christina Daves, our incredible guest, who turned her personal injury into a fashion innovation by creating stylish accessories for medical boots. Christina faced a significant setback with a fraudulent coach, but her […]

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Nancy Tessman

Lessons from Local Leaders: Discover the transformative impact of education with Shauna Goldman, the visionary founder and director of Nelson Early Learning Services. Shauna takes us on an inspiring journey from her roots in Jamaica to her current role, highlighting the critical support her organization provides to early childhood programs. Learn how Nelson Early Learning […]

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Shauna Goldman

Lessons from Local Leaders: Unlock the secrets to seamless self-publishing with Nicole Queen, the visionary founder and CEO of Vision Publishing House. In this episode, Nicole walks us through an innovative five-step Voice Blueprint program designed to transform speakers and professionals into published authors. Learn how vision casting, outline development, audio integration, collaborative organization, and […]

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Nicole Queen

Lessons from Local Leaders: What if your morning cup of coffee could connect you to centuries of rich cultural heritage and personal passion? This episode features Feven Getachew, the mastermind behind Afro Sheba Coffee, as she narrates her remarkable transition from marketing into the world of coffee entrepreneurship. Feven unfolds the story of Ethiopian coffee, […]

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Feven Getachew

Lessons from Local Leaders: Ever wondered how a freak accident could lead to a thriving business and a spotlight on national TV? Meet Christina Daves, our incredible guest, who turned her personal injury into a fashion innovation by creating stylish accessories for medical boots. Christina faced a significant setback with a fraudulent coach, but her […]

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Christina Daves

Lessons from Local Leaders: Curious about how a former bartender became a real estate mogul? This episode features Mahdi Salarfar, founder of Alpha Realty Team, who shares his fascinating journey from bartending to building a successful real estate business that serves Virginia, West Virginia, Maryland, and DC. Mahdi’s story is a blend of inspiration and […]

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Mahdi Salarfa

Lessons from Local Leaders: Ready to enhance your media and communication skills? We guarantee you’ll gain valuable insights from our conversation with Marc Clarke, CEO of Marc Clarke Media Group. With three decades of experience in radio and television, Marc dives into the myriad services his company offers, from production to specialized coaching for corporate […]

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Marc Clarke

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