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Lessons from Local Leaders: Every journey begins with a single step, and for Mitchell Goldstein, that step was a childhood fascination with filming a hurricane report—a humble beginning that blossomed into the multifaceted enterprise, Mitchell Goldstein Media. On today’s show, Mitchell walks us through his inspiring ascent from eager novice to a seasoned virtuoso in […]

Lessons from Local Leaders: Every triumph begins with a struggle, and our latest guest’s climb to real estate prominence is no exception. Alisa opens up about a past fraught with challenges, from a restrictive upbringing to heartbreaking personal loss, and how these trials laid the groundwork for her unyielding determination. Now a licensed agent with […]

Lessons from Local Leaders: Picture the rollercoaster life of an entrepreneur melded with the dazzle of the entertainment industry—this episode peels back the curtain on what it’s like to create and manage an escape room empire. Join us as Aleena Gardezi recounts her strategic triumphs of opening a 20,000 square foot venue in Loudoun’s evolving […]

Lessons from Local Leaders: Join us as we unravel the intricate tapestry of identity and motherhood, and meet a remarkable guest, Sara Jayne, whose journey from chemical engineer to stay-at-home mom ignited a spark in the world of entrepreneurship. She reveals the profound changes a single haircut can symbolize, and we delve into the birth […]

Lessons from Local Leaders: As a single mother, our guest never anticipated her path would intertwine with the paws and hearts of dogs in such a profound way. Now, a decade into her career as a dog trainer, she unveils the parallels between her craft and parenting, and how an unexpected mentorship with Cesar Milan […]

Lessons from Local Leaders: Have you ever unpacked a suitcase and found it filled with more than clothes – perhaps, a newfound perspective or a life-changing realization? That’s the kind of experience Barbara, the founder of Going Global with Barbara, brings to the table as she passionately builds bridges for students of color to engage […]

Lessons from Local Leaders: Explore the world of luxury interior design with the incredibly talented Erika Bonnell of Erika Bonnell Interiors. Erika’s journey from hesitant heir to a design dynasty to master of bespoke spaces is nothing short of inspiring. In our candid conversation, she offers a treasure trove of insights into her meticulous management […]

Lessons from Local Leaders: Have you ever considered that healing might be most profound on home turf? Our latest episode brings you a conversation with a seasoned physical therapist who’s transforming the landscape of care with concierge services, extending the warmth and personalized touch of healing to the cozy confines of patients’ homes. We chat […]

Lessons from Local Leaders: When loss and hardship pave the paths of our lives, it’s the triumphs over these adversities that define us. Our latest guest, Norman, a Richmond, Virginia native, unveils his heart-wrenching yet inspiring journey through personal tragedies, monumental achievements in the world of basketball, and his transformative impact in a maximum-security prison. […]

Lessons from Local Leaders: When the idea of turning a hobby into a full-fledged vineyard first sprouted among three families, little did they know it would grow into the award-winning 868 Estate Vineyards. Nestled in the rolling hills of Hillsborough, Virginia, our latest episode uncovers the roots of this multi-family business and the balance of […]