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Empowered Together: Calm, Connected, Compassionate, Changemakers

It is understandable that a lot of us are feeling deeply unsettled, anxious, or fearful following political events that carry significant implications. So we are launching a group to bring all of us together in a caring community that we are calling Empowered Together: Calm, Connected, Compassionate, Changemakers. We believe these are the new 4Cs of the beautiful diamonds we will be sending out to sparkle and shine in the world. Join us! — Cynthia de Lorenzi and Hope Katz Gibbs

The Uprising of Women in Philanthropy

Co-authored by 10 international powerhouses — Ndana Bofu-Tawamba, Ruby Bright, Stephanie Clohesy, Musimbi Kanyoro, Helen LaKelly Hunt, Ana Oliveira, Laura Risimini, Jane Sloane, and Jessica Tomlin — this podcast show features these leaders and their insights from the 2024 book, The Uprising of Women in Philanthropy.

Dr. Peter Noonan, Superintendent, Falls Church City Public Schools

"When I arrived in 2017 to serve Falls Church City Public Schools (FCCPS) as the 9th Superintendent in the division’s history, I knew something about this place was different than anywhere else I had ever worked," says Dr. Noonan. Learn about "The Secret Sauce" he discovered in FCCPS, and what he has done to keep the magic going. As Greg Louganis says: “Never underestimate your ability to make someone else’s life better, even if you never know it.”

Dien Yuen’s Daylight: The global home for learning, practice, and research

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Kimberly Lee Minor, host, Women of Color Empowered show

"Women of Color Empowered is not just a buzzword but a movement. Each woman has a unique story that oversteps broken rungs, shatters glass ceilings, and ignites the spirit of empowerment."

Alexandra Salas, founder, Bestemming Yoga

Alexandra Salas, PhD, E-RYT® 200, YACEP®, is the founder & Chief Yoga Officer (CYO) at Bestemming Yoga. A Yoga Alliance registered yoga teacher, Alex is also a certified Aerial Yoga instructor. Her practice includes aerial yin, aerial foundations, hot yoga, gentle yin, and slow flow. "The impact of mindful yoga on the body and spirit, and the joy of exchanging energy and sharing this holistic body practice are the drivers I use to find a way to take it further."

Life Coach and Esthetician Alexis Brown

"I love data and facts, and am also fascinated with scientific research about the mind/body connection," says the Pennsylvania native who in June 2023 began offering her services to customers at Rehoboth Beach's most popular salon and spa, Bad Hair Day.

Meetup CEO David Siegel, author, “Decide and Conquer”

"Success boils down to one thing: making good decisions. Learn the right framework now that can make all the difference later when faced with terrible options, deep anxiety, and fear of failure."

Dean Hoke, managing partner, Edu Alliance

Based in Bloomington, Indiana, and the United Arab Emirates, Dean is the Managing Partner of Edu Alliance Group, Dean has decades of progressively responsible and visionary leadership roles in higher education, communications and online learning.

Pat Cassella, Executive Director, US Distance Learning Association

Meet USDLA's Past President, Chair Emeritus Conference/Events, and President of ETCVideo LLC

Animal Reiki: Rev. Barbara Thorngren, M.Ed, is on a mission of peace

"According to the Earth Charter, peace is the wholeness created by right relationships with oneself, other persons, other cultures, other life, Earth, and the larger whole of which all are a part," shares Rev. Barbara Thorngren, founder of PeaceWorks New Hampshire, LLC.

Psychotherapist Silvia Stenitzer, host of the Soul Action show, takes us on a Guided Meditation Vacation

Coming to therapy is an act of love. Out of a deep desire for connection and intimacy grew my passion to work with people therapeutically and creatively.

Zach the Reiki Guy, host, Reiki Flute Fusions

Zach produces sound healing events with his Reiki-infused flute sounds all around the United States, and has become known all around the world for his healing sounds.

Peter Neuwirth, actuary, author, reverse mortgage expert

After being asked too many times “What is an actuary, exactly?” Pete has written two books to answer another question: “How does an actuary think, and why does it matter?”