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Welcome to From The Hart, presented by the First Bank Center for Family-Owned Businesses. This show was created, and is hosted, by Ed Hart to share stories that will inspire you. Hart interviews leaders, pastors, actors, athletes, and family business owners and gets them to tell stories that will inspire and touch his listeners. What's in YOUR heart?
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Stephanie Stuckey is the CEO of Stuckey's Corporation, whish was founded by her grandpa in 1937.  This roadside oasis became a household name for travelers across America, but has dropped from 370 stores in their peak, to around 20 today.  Stephanie is leading the rebirth and rebrand of this American icon.   A career lawyer and public servant, Stuckey served for 14 years in the Georgia House of Representatives.  In late 2019, Stuckey became the third-generation CEO of Stuckey's Corporation. Stuckey stated her optimism and personal connection to the Stuckey brand. In addition to modest store growth, she shared how pecans (pronounced PEE-cans, by the way!) and supporting the vision of the "great American road trip".  To learn more about this dynamic and energetic leader, you can find Stephanie on social media at https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephaniestuckey/ and visit their website at https://stuckeys.com/   Enter the Discount code HART to receive 5% off of any purchase! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fromthehart/message
We are living in times of heightened emotion.  Unlike any time in our lives, the next day is as unpredictable as ever before.  Companies are closing, jobs have been lost, schools are still closed in most places, and families are still trying to figure out how to balance their new work/family/school/personal lives.  Dr. Lola Gershfeld and I had a wonderful conversation about how to keep our emotions, and those of our loved ones and those over whom we have stewardship, under control and how to effectively communicate with one another.   You will gain tremendous tools and insight as you listen to her advice and wisdom.  Visit https://www.emcleaders.com/ to learn more! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fromthehart/message
What happens when you bring great corporate partners together, with the passion, drive and heart of people like Jennifer Annes, Charles Antis, Wing Lam and more?  You make an indelible impact on the lives of thousands of people in your community.  Whether it is feeding frontline care givers and workers, hosting blood drives that literally save lives, feeding those less fortunate, caring for those directly impacted by Covd-19, or simply offering a virtual hug or a literal smile, this team of servant leaders is forever blessing the lives of everyone around them, and leaving a legacy that will inspire us for generations to come.  We hope this episode inspires you, like it did us, to give just a little more of your heart to those around you.   To support this team, and their efforts, we encourage you to visit https://www.gofundme.com/f/california-love-drop today! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fromthehart/message
Sarah Dandashy is an award-winning concierge and travel expert. In 2015 she won "Best Young Concierge in the World," making her the Miss Universe equivalent of the concierge industry! More than a travel influencer, her many years of working in hotels make her a verified travel expert. People seek her out for her travel tips, advice, and knowledge of trends from the “frontlines of travel.” She has produced over 200 travel videos covering all the best there is to eat, see, and do in Los Angeles and around the world! Sarah has appeared on The Kelly Clarkson Show, and is a regular contributor on Good Day LA. She has been featured in numerous publications from the New York Times, Reader's Digest, and American Way Magazine. As a content creator, she works with some of the top brands in travel, including Marriott International, Hilton Hotels and Resorts, Celebrity Cruises, Norwegian Cruiseline, and Allianz Travel Insurance. She also consults and trains various companies on enhancing their hospitality and service standards.  For more information about Sarah, or to reach her, visit. https://askaconcierge.tv/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fromthehart/message
Ben Malcolmson is in his 14th season as the right-hand man to Seattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll. The journey began after Ben played one storybook season as a walk-on wide receiver on the USC Trojans football team. Following his brief yet memorable football career, Ben worked for Coach Carroll at USC for three seasons before joining him in Seattle, where he has served Carroll and the Seahawks for the last 11 seasons. In 2018, Ben released “Walk On,” an inspirational memoir published by Penguin Random House. A highly sought-after speaker, Ben shares his amazing story to businesses, churches, and other groups looking to be encouraged to live with purpose. A native of Dallas, Ben is married to Brittney, a pastor who oversees the college ministry at Reach Church in Kirkland, Washington.  You can order Ben's book "Walk On" on Amazon, and learn more about him and his inspiring story at https://www.benmalcolmson.com/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fromthehart/message
A first-generation college student, the product of public schools, and an immigrant who arrived in the United States at the age of five on the deck of the Queen Mary, Framroze “Fram” Virjee is both the personification of Cal State Fullerton’s inclusive, equitable mission and the inspiration for others to tap into its transformational power. As president of CSUF, the most populated university in the largest system of higher education in the country, Fram provides leadership for over 4,000 educators who collectively serve more than 40,000 students. It was the potential of these students — and all students who look to Cal State Fullerton as a beacon of hope and opportunity — that compelled Fram to bypass retirement and join the Titan family in January of 2018.  To learn more about President Virjee, and California State University Fullerton, visit https://president.fullerton.edu/bio/index.aspx --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fromthehart/message
Scott Warner is a serial entrepreneur. His portfolio of success covers everything from tech start-ups to restaurants, from online blogging to film. He has a visceral passion for building companies that are innovative, profitable, and viral. Scott is a natural leader who exudes confidence and energy. He has personally consulted hundreds of businesses and influencers on brand building and better utilizing the social media landscape. From restaurants to health care products to savvy tech, Scott has always had an interest in discovering and building startups that have true potential and uses his abilities to take these platforms to the next level. Currently as founder and CEO of Gigg, Scott is focused on helping businesses provide stronger ways to align with target audiences using quality content, strategic campaigns, and result driven social media initiatives.  Scott is a devout Mormon, and dedicated husband and father of 4, and his passions for faith, family, music, sports, and leadership are clearly evident in this conversation.  Follow Scott on Twitter @ScottWarner18 and learn about Gigg at https://gigg.com/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fromthehart/message
Heather Monahan is a best-selling author, keynote speaker, entrepreneur and founder of Boss In Heels. Having successfully climbed the corporate ladder for nearly 20 years, Heather is one of the few women to break the glass ceiling and claim her spot in the C-suite. Heather is a Glass Ceiling Award winner, was named one of the most Influential Women in Radio in 2017, and Thrive Global named her a Limit Breaking Female Founder in 2018.  Her new "Confidence Creator" shot to #1 on Amazon's Business Biographies and Business Motivation lists the first week it debuted on Amazon.  Heather is a confidence expert and is currently working with Fortune 500 companies and professional sports to develop confidence in the workplace and on the court. She is a mentor and coach, and teaches people how to succeed and build their confidence. To contact Heather, visit https://heathermonahan.com/   --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fromthehart/message
James Fratzke, a Cal State Fullerton graduate, along with his twin brother Ryan (and James' wife Lisa), run Fratzke Media, an Orange County, CA- based digital marketing consultancy. His passion for storytelling comes from years with the Walt Disney Company where his team executed record-breaking media events. He has helped tell the stories of major brands like Dollar Tree, Advance Auto Parts, and Jelly Belly.  Working as the Head of Client Success for Fratzke Media, a family-owned business, James works closely with his clients to ensure they are seeing transformative results in their companies.  To learn more about James, and Fratzke Media, visit https://www.fratzkemedia.com/.   --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fromthehart/message
Dr. Allie Taylor of Orange Kiwi LLC makes a huge impact on the lives and businesses of family business leaders all over the world.  Her approach to her clients is unique and powerful, and the results these family business leaders see is astounding.  Her approach to getting her clients to really dive into the details about their money, their ownership, and their management, leads these business owners on a journey to making a greater impact now, and into the generations to come.  Everyone who owns a business, leads people, or is looking to pass their business to the next generation should listen to this podcast over and over.  The wisdom in her words will make a lasting impact that will change the course of your business.   Visit www.orangekiwillc.com to learn how to engage Allie and her team.   --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fromthehart/message
·Kate Inglis is a Halifax, Nova Scotia native.  She is an award winning writer, a brand strategist, a photographer and an old soul.  In 2007, with life cruising along nicely - no major trials to speak of, no significant hardships, her world came crashing down.  She gave birth to twin boys prematurely, at 28 weeks into the pregnancy.  Ben and Liam, identical twins, each weighed under 3 pounds.  After 2 months, Liam died, sending Kate into a journey unlike any she had ever faced.  She has inspired millions with her books, a Ted Talk, and her attitude about her loss.  She formed Glow in the Woods, the world's first online community for bereaved parents, and continues to write novels and children's books, and her approach to grief and life and death is refreshing and thought-provoking.  This interview with Kate will provide comfort, and warm your heart..  Parallelism is a word that you will now use in your vocabulary after you listen to our discussion.  You can learn more about this amazing woman at  http://www.kateinglis.com   --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fromthehart/message
In 1967, Van Vlahakis, who grew up during the pre-WWII era in Nazi Germany, started the ECOS brand with an eco-friendly laundry detergent.  Now, over 50 years later, Van's daughter Kelly has turned the ECOS brand, and its manufacturer Earth Friendly Products in to a worldwide household name.  When Kelly talks about family and family business, she lights up.  Her passion for creating a more healthy world for the next generation, for her family, and for her legacy come out in waves on this interview.  You can see all of the ECOS products at https://www.ecos.com/,  You can also view the trailer for the 2012 feature film, "A Green Story", here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ICGw6o1vzJ0   This is an amazing film about Van, Kelly, their family, and their inspiring story.   --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fromthehart/message
Deanne Mendoza runs Huntington Beach, CA based Teacher Created Materials with her Mom Rachelle and sister Corinne.  These three dynamic women are strong businesswomen, great leaders, and compassionate educators , and TCM has been providing materials for teachers and families for decades.  Deanne has learned through her experiences the value of hard work, honesty, and loyalty.  She is driven and focused on being a great Mom, a great leader, and a mentor and role model to those around her.  She is the type of boss we all should have...fair, consistent, forgiving, and honest.  I sat down with Deanne at the end of the 10th week of the Covid-19 lock down, and heard her thoughts on how to lead and teach in these difficult times.  To reach Deanne and Teacher Created Materials, visit https://www.teachercreatedmaterials.com/  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fromthehart/message
Sue Parks was a successful leader in corporate America when she was asked to serve on a variety of non-profit boards.  The Rockford, Illinois native comes from a family and culture of high integrity, values, and close relationships.  To this day, she still stays in regular contact with her closest friends from childhood, even though most are separated by thousands of miles.  She is a great connector, and has a wealth of knowledge and experience in building and maintaining close relationships.  In her work as President and CEO of the United Way of Orange County, Sue is a leader and influencer for good, and truly has a heart for service.  During the Covid-19 pandemic, she is leading the charge to keep people safe, housed, educated, and healthy.  For information on how to get involved with Sue and the Orange County United Way, visit https://www.unitedwayoc.org/   --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fromthehart/message
Jenny Dinnen and Katie Rucker are twin sisters who run a successful data analytics and market research firm in Orange County, CA.  They grew up watching their parents each run their own businesses, but never had aspirations of working in either company.  As kids, they had a lot of differences, and even went to different high schools.  As they approached college age, they both chose to attend the University of Colorado in Boulder, and for the past decade have become so close that they are now co-Presidents of MacKenzie Corporation.  They work well together, and have become so close that, in 2019, they were selected into the Family Business Hall of Fame at Cal State Fullerton.  To learn more about their family business, their journey, and their team, visit https://www.mackenziecorp.com/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fromthehart/message
Meridith Elliott Powell is a nationally renowned author, speaker, and business growth expert.  She lights up any room she enters, and her high energy style, combined with her wisdom in building great strategies, has her in high demand year round.  Join us for an in-depth conversation about how our world will look as we transition into a new economy as we come out of this pandemic.   This is a great hour of nuggets.  You just might want to take notes!  To reach Meridith, and learn more about her engagements, books, and articles, visit https://meridithelliottpowell.com/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fromthehart/message
As part of our partnership with Hart Leadership Group, and the CSUF Center for Family Business, Dr. Ken Blanchard (One Minute Manager, Servant Leadership in Action, and about 60 other books!) and Garry Ridge (CEO and Chairman of WD-40), both guests in season 1 on From The Hart, joined Ed Hart and about 60 leaders from family businesses around the country to discuss Servant Leadership in Unprecedented Times.  For more information about the Center for Family Business, visit www.csuffamilybusiness.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fromthehart/message
Lynsi Snyder has been working with In-N-Out Burger, one of the most respected and admired brands in America, since 1999.  After the loss of her grandparents, her uncle, and her parents, Snyder found herself leading the family business in her late 20's.  She has had many challenges in her life, including addiction, and failed relationships.  Today, she takes the lessons she has learned from her life and uses them to show grace and empathy not only to herself, but to everyone around her.  She is passionate about the In-N-Out brand, but even more so about the people of In-N-Out.  Her love and commitment to God and her family, drive her in all she does.  She is a wife, a mother, a President, a leader of three non-profits, and balances these roles with dignity and a great sense of humor.  To learn more about In-N-Out Burger, its history, the foundations they lead, and more, visit www.innout.com  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fromthehart/message
Dr. Tam Nguyen has been the President of Advance Beauty College since 1999, where he and his sister Linh have partnered to become a leading family business in the region.   Christie Nguyen, together with her parents, founded Studio 18 Nail Bar in Tustin, California, in 2017.  For both, business was booming, and expansion was just weeks away for Tam, and in discussions for Christie.  Then, as for all of us, the Covid-19 pandemic drastically changed their plans.  Being the kind-hearted leaders that they are, Tam and Christie (and several others) teamed up to form Nailing It for Healthcare Workers, an initiative that is gathering donations for Personal Protection Equipment (PPEs), food, and more to take care of those working to save lives in this crisis.  To donate, either call the From The Hart studios at 714-458-3064, or go to www.unitedwayoc.org/get-involved/nailing-it-for-health-care-workers/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fromthehart/message
Hailing from what is arguably the most fashionable city in the world, beauty guru Manna Kadar was born in Paris, France. Surrounded by the very best that fashion and beauty has to offer, Manna developed a passion at a very young age for not only the finest beauty products on earth, but for the business behind the most cutting-edge brands.   Manna's commitment to women doesn’t stop with providing them with the tools to look their best. Her true passion is empowering women to chase their dreams and achieve their goals. She is a successful businesswoman, philanthropist, wife and mom, and has battled through tremendous obstacles to build a successful company that serves women and men around the world.  To learn more about Manna and her company, visit https://www.mannakadarcosmetics.com/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fromthehart/message
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