Texas Emerging Leaders

Jessica Martinez is married to Senior Master Sargeant Johnny Martinez, US Air Force, retired. Together their love and support for each other has grown stronger over the years, and in this podcast, she discusses how they were able to thrive together, eventually retiring from the US Air Force, create and raise a family, and launch multiple successful businesses such as Party People Photo Booth, Top Flight Realty Group, and hosts at New Braunfels Nightlife.Learn more at ThePartyPeoplePhotobooth.com and TopFlightRealtyGroup.com.Featuring:Jessica Martinez, Co-Owner Party People Photobooth & Realtor at Top Flight Realty GroupSean Christian, Podcast OfficerChris Sanger, President & CCOTo join our team.  Go here!Disclaimer: The comments herein are considered to be the personal comments of the speakers and not to be mistaken for advice in any way. Copyright 2021 Sanger Syndicate LLC. All Rights Reserved.

Rev. Dr. Woody Woodward is a native Texan, born on Lackland Air Force Base hospital where his Dad served during the Korean War. Dr. Woody joined Crusade staff after college and served in campus ministry, then India and the Philippines, and finally in music ministry. Sensing the need for deeper training, he enrolled at Dallas Theological Seminary. Woody regards his three years at DTS as a golden period of preparation. He relished in his studies so much that he was tapped on the shoulder to assist professors in grading and teaching courses in Greek exegesis and preaching. Seminary for some becomes a cemetery, but God abundantly blessed him during this period. He never ceaseed growing in ministry. He completed his Doctor of Ministry degree in preaching at Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary, studying under Dr. Haddon Robinson whose approach to preaching is known for its great relevance, clarity, interest, and commitment to the Bible. Woody has served churches small (30) and large (1200), rural and suburban, from Iowa to Texas to California to New Jersey. Every church he have pastored, save one, has grown significantly. He has experienced the agony and the ecstasy of ministry and still have a fire in his bones to make local churches effective and healthy. For over a decade, he has had a special passion for teaching preachers and teachers, especially in the countries of Romania, Czech Republic, Sweden, and Finland.Learn more at FirstProtestant.com.Featuring:Rev. Dr. David "Woody" Woodward, Interim Pastor of First German Protestant Church of New BraunfelsSean Christian, Podcast OfficerChris Sanger, President & CCOTo join our team.  Go here!Disclaimer: The comments herein are considered to be the personal comments of the speakers and not to be mistaken for advice in any way. Copyright 2022 Sanger Syndicate LLC. All Rights Reserved.

Rodney Fischer is the President of Midtex Oil, a family-owned  business that is one of Texas foremost petroleum distributors providing quality fuel and lubricants to customers throughout the state in cities like Austin, Houston, and San Antonio. Rodney also serves as the President of the Church Council at First German Protestant Church of New Braunfels, which was built in 1875 and is on the National Register of Historic Places.Learn more at MidtexOil.com.Featuring:Rodney Fischer, President of Midtex Oil, L.P.Sean Christian, Podcast OfficerChris Sanger, President & CCOTo join our team.  Go here!Disclaimer: The comments herein are considered to be the personal comments of the speakers and not to be mistaken for advice in any way. Copyright 2021 Sanger Syndicate LLC. All Rights Reserved.

Former NHL New York Rangers player Shon Thielen and corporate accountant Terese Thielen are the top executives of Lightning Exteriors, an experienced and high-quality roofing, siding and gutter company. They strive to provide the highest quality work and the best customer service in the industry. We invite you to learn more about how they emerged in their careers to establish a multi-state operation that yields impressive results.Learn more at Lightning-Exteriors.comFeaturing:Shon Thielen, CEO of Lightning ExteriorsTerese Thielen, CFO of Lightning Exteriors Sean Christian, Podcast OfficerChris Sanger, President & CCOTo join our team.  Go here!Disclaimer: The comments herein are considered to be the personal comments of the speakers and not to be mistaken for advice in any way. Copyright 2021 Sanger Syndicate LLC. All Rights Reserved.

Vicki Tefteller is the Founder & Owner of The Refinery Men's Grooming Lounge in New Braunfels, Texas. She leads a team that focuses on teamwork, attention to detail and experience.  The Refinery Men's Grooming Lounge strives to provide the best grooming experience in New Braunfels. Their goal is to provide premium services to every guest, every time. They pay precise attention to detail from the moment you enter their doors. Their stylists and barbers provide the highest quality services in a clean and masculine setting. The Refinery places a focus on continuing the education of our professional team and perfecting our craft. Every detail was chosen with our guests in mind- online booking, comfortable pleated leather barber chairs, complimentary beer and whiskey, and the best grooming services. Come experience a new standard in men's grooming.  Featuring:Vicki Tefteller, Owner of The Refinery Men's Grooming LoungeSean Christian, Podcast OfficerChris Sanger, President & CCOTo join our team.  Go here!Disclaimer: The comments herein are considered to be the personal comments of the speakers and not to be mistaken for advice in any way. This podcast is informational only and does not constitute an endorsement or advertisement in any way. Copyright 2022 Sanger Syndicate LLC. All Rights Reserved.

Sarah Stogner is a Republican Candidate running for Texas Railroad Commissioner, the state agency tasked with regulating the oil and gas industry in Texas, in a runoff primary with early voting set for May 16 - 20, and election day is May 24, 2022. Her bio is as follows: "For the past 13 years, Sarah has helped energy-related businesses understand, mitigate, allocate, and manage risk. She is now bringing that experience to help others learn from past experiences and avoid the same mistakes. She's licensed to practice in Louisiana, Texas, and Colorado (pending in Mississippi). And yes - one of her favorite things to do is banter about indemnity provisions and new insurance provision wording. But the world is changing. And the legal industry is slow to adapt. Sarah is actively working with other oil and gas industry leaders to develop smart contracts and utilize blockchain technology to avoid legal issues. We now have data that can prevent accidents. It was nearly impossible to know what happened downhole 60 years ago. That is rapidly changing and she is helping clients develop new ways of contracting and insuring risks by integrating data into legal decisions. She is also helping clients in the cannabis industry. Cannabis, like oil and gas, is a commodity. Federal decriminalization is inevitable, and it will open the industry up for quick and rapid expansion. Cannabis will be grown in the most efficient means possible - no longer restricted by state boundaries and laws. Oil and gas contracts can be modified to allocate risk for cannabis just like we currently do for the energy sector. It's exciting and she's looking forward to making a lasting impact as these legal issues develop." TikTok @theunicornlawyerTwitter & Instagram: @sarah_e_unicornClubhouse: @unicornlawyerPolitical Website: Sarah4RRC.comBusiness Website: StognerLegal.comFeaturing:Sarah Stogner, Republican Candidate for Texas Railroad CommissionerSean Christian, Podcast OfficerChris Sanger, President & CCOTo join our team.  Go here!Disclaimer: The comments herein are considered to be the personal comments of the speakers and not to be mistaken for advice in any way. This podcast is informational only and does not constitute an endorsement or advertisement in any way. Copyright 2022 Sanger Syndicate LLC. All Rights Reserved.

Mercy Boatright is the owner of House Hunters NB, a full service real estate brokerage focused on providing their clients expert service in buying, selling, investing, remodeling, new builds, credit repair, consultations, staging, and building long-lasting relationships. Mercy strongly believes in giving back to the community that feeds her business and you will see their thankfulness as they continue to serve the community on a regular basis. She is the Founder of Annual Turkey Giveaway Locals Give Back of which she has organized and coordinated for five years running. Mercy is a Business & Founding Member of Texas Emerging Leaders, as well as a legacy sponsor.Learn more at HouseHuntersNB.com.Featuring:Mercy Boatright, Owner of House Hunters NBSean Christian, Podcast OfficerChris Sanger, President & CCOTo join our team.  Go here!Disclaimer: The comments herein are considered to be the personal comments of the speakers and not to be mistaken for advice in any way. Copyright 2021 Sanger Syndicate LLC. All Rights Reserved.

Tammy Wood is the owner and Chief Executive Officer of Hill Country Conferences which organizes and hosts the New Braunfels KidsFest, New Braunfels Home & Garden Show, New Braunfels PetFest, and New Braunfels Halloween Festival & Night Market.New Braunfels Homes & Garden Show - February 19-20 & August 6-7, 2022 - Learn more at NBHomeandGardenShow.comNew Braunfels PetFest - April 2, 2022 - Learn more at NBPetFest.com New Braunfels KidsFest - November 5-6, 2022 - Learn more at NBKidsFest.comLearn more at HillCountryConferences.com & Texas Emerging Leaders.com.Featuring:Tammy Wood, CEO at Hill Country ConferencesSean Christian, Podcast OfficerChris Sanger, President & CCOTo join our team.  Go here!Disclaimer: The comments herein are considered to be the personal comments of the speakers and not to be mistaken for advice in any way. Copyright 2021 Sanger Syndicate LLC. All Rights Reserved.

In another novel example of emergent leadership, soon after joining Texas Emerging Leaders as a Founding & Business Member, Caitlin started participating in the Transformational Leadership Program Steering Committee. Upon her involvement in the planning process and multiple discussions with the Founders about their vision for the program, she emerged to the Education Officer of Texas Emerging Leaders with the responsibility to create, design, implement, and execute the curriculum and programming of the Transformational Leadership Program in collaboration with TEL's leadership team.Caitlin is the owner of DRC Development which offers a holistic approach to coaching and consulting with a variety of services for individuals and organizations. As a Development Coach & Consultant, Organizational Leader, Physical Therapist, and Dance Instructor, Dr. C works to empower others. Originally from the Rio Grande Valley, she has served the rural and under-resourced communities of Central Texas for over a decade, and has provided development support for individuals and organizations throughout the Country and around the world. She is working to make the world a kinder and more equitable place by improving the accessibility of development opportunities with creativity and compassion.In addition to her Clinical Doctorate in Physical Therapy, Dr. Walker holds certifications in Life and Executive Coaching, Organizational Development, Learning and Development, and Diversity and Inclusion. She is also currently completing her Master of Business (MBA) and a Graduate Certificate in Learning Design and Technology.Her CV is as follows:EducationDoctor of Physical Therapy, Texas State UniversityBachelor of Arts in history with a minor in biology, Texas State UniversityAcademy for Healthcare Management & Leadership, Johns Hopkins UniversityMaster of Business Administration candidate, Texas A&M University-Corpus ChristiNon-Clinical CertificationsCertified Coach Practitioner (Life and Executive Coaching), Certified Coaches Federation Certified Learning & Development Specialist, Academy to Innovate HRCertified HR Organizational Development Practitioner, Academy to Innovate HRCertified Talent Acquisition Specialist, Academy to Innovate HRCertified Diversity & Inclusion Specialist, Academy to Innovate HRCertified Neurodiversity Professional, International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education StandardsClinical License & CertificationsLicensed Physical Therapist, Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners Credentialed Clinical Instructor, American Physical Therapy Association Certified in Dry Needling, American Academy of Manipulative Therapy Certified in LSVT BIG, LSVT GlobalCourse Certificates  Creating Leadership Development Programs, Association for Talent DevelopmentRemoving Barriers to Change, University of PennsylvaniaLearn more at DRC Development.com & Texas Emerging Leaders.com.Featuring:Dr. Caitlin C. Walker, Education Officer & Owner of DRC Development, LLCSean Christian, Podcast OfficerChris Sanger, President & CCOTo join our team.  Go here!Disclaimer: The comments herein are considered to be the personal comments of the speakers and not to be mistaken for advice in any way. Copyright 2021 Sanger Syndicate LLC. All Rights Reserved.

Laurel & Ken Winslow own and operate Wicked Voodoo Espresso LLC, a coffee and supplies distribution company that has two drive throughs and a brick and mortar restaurants. They also wholesale their fine gourmet coffees to grocery stores, restaurants, offices, hotels and online across America. They are Woman owned, Family ran, and Caffeine powered! Together, they also own Win Gourmet Coffee Company LLC, a Gourmet Coffee Roasting, and Coffee Supplies company serving wholesale accounts large and small with the finest coffees in Texas.Learn more at WickedVoodooEspresso.com and WinGourmetCoffee.comFeaturing:Laurel Winslow, CEO of Wicked Voodoo Espresso LLC & Win Gourmet Coffee Company LLCKen Winslow, CCO of Wicked Voodoo Espresso LLC & Win Gourmet Coffee Company LLCSean Christian, Podcast Officer of Texas Emerging LeadersChris Sanger, President & CCO of Texas Emerging LeadersTo join our team.  Go here!Disclaimer: The comments herein are considered to be the personal comments of the speakers and not to be mistaken for advice in any way. Copyright 2021 Sanger Syndicate LLC. All Rights Reserved.

Sean Christian, Podcast Officer, and Chris Sanger, Chief Creative Officer, discuss 2021 year-in-review in this episode, discussing some of the accomplishments of Texas Emerging Leaders and the exciting things to come in 2022.Learn more at TexasEmergingLeaders.comFeaturing:Sean Christian, Podcast OfficerChris Sanger, Chief Creative OfficerTo join our team.  Go here!Disclaimer: The comments herein are considered to be the personal comments of the speakers and not to be mistaken for advice in any way. Copyright 2021 Sanger Syndicate LLC. All Rights Reserved.

Sereniah Breland is an experienced City Manager with a demonstrated history of working in government. She is skilled in Emergency Management, Public Finance, Administration, Environmental Awareness, and Management and is often referred to as a strong community and social services professional.Sereniah currently serves as the City Manager of Pflugerville, Texas, and has served in administration for the cities of Alvin, Goliad, and Sugar Land, Texas, and Guthrie, Oklahoma.Prior to serving in a governmental capacity, she graduated with her Master's degree is Public Administration focused in Public Affairs from The University of Texas at Dallas, and from Stephen F. Austin State University with her Bachelor's degree in Business Administration.Learn more at LinkedIn and TexasEmergingLeaders.comFeaturing:Sereniah Breland, City Manager, Pflugerville, TexasSean Christian, Podcast OfficerChris Sanger, Chief Creative OfficerTo join our team.  Go here!Disclaimer: The comments herein are considered to be the personal comments of the speakers and not to be mistaken for advice in any way. Copyright 2021 Sanger Syndicate LLC. All Rights Reserved.

Raj Salhotra is the Co-Founder and Executive Director at Momentum Eduction, a nonprofit corporation with a mission to provide learning experiences, mentorship, summer opportunities, scholarships, and individualized support to ensure first-generation, low-income students get to and through post-secondary education and into the workforce.Raj has worked in education, public policy, and even served as an Intern in the White House in 2011 where he briefed the Deputy Assistant to the President daily on pressing news and public policy issues.An interesting fact is that Raj ran for Houston City Council At-large Position 1 in 2019 and qualified for a runoff election (among five candidates), then after receiving over 76k votes (43.5%) in the runoff election.Raj has completed numerous internships, teaching assistantships, Teach for America Corps, and received his Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics and Policy Studies from Rice University in 2013, and his Juris Doctorate from Harvard Law School in 2018. His vision is to create a movement to ensure every child has the opportunity to reach their dreams by expanding educational opportunity both through non-profits and public policy.Learn more at Momentum Education.com and TexasEmergingLeaders.comFeaturing:Raj Salhotra, Co-Founder & Executive Director of Momentum EducationSean Christian, Podcast OfficerChris Sanger, Chief Creative OfficerTo join our team.  Go here!Disclaimer: The comments herein are considered to be the personal comments of the speakers and not to be mistaken for advice in any way. Copyright 2021 Sanger Syndicate LLC. All Rights Reserved.

Joyce Yannuzzi is the District Director, State Senator Donna Campbell, M.D., Texas Senate District 25. She's been active in politics at some level for over 40 years and has served in a multitude of leadership roles such as: The Rotary Club of New Braunfels (Past President),The 100 Club of Comal County Board of Directors,The Constitutionalist Foundation Board and Founding Member,The Sophienburg Board of Directors,A NB City Council appointee to the New Braunfels Partnership Committee,A Blue Coat Ambassador for the Greater New Braunfels Chamber of Commerce,The United Way of Comal County Board,Comal County Child Welfare Board,New Braunfels Republican Women (President for 4 years),The Herald Zeitung Advisory Board, and,Governor Abbott appointee to both the Texas Appraiser Licensing and Certification State Board and the Texas State Board of Public Accountancy.Learn more at https://www.texasemergingleaders.com/founding-members/joyce-yannuzzi, Senate.Texas.gov and TexasEmergingLeaders.comFeaturing:Joyce Yannuzzi, District Director, State Senator Donna Campbell, M.D., Texas Senate District 25Sean Christian, Podcast OfficerChris Sanger, Chief Creative OfficerTo join our team.  Go here!Disclaimer: The comments herein are considered to be the personal comments of the speakers and not to be mistaken for advice in any way. Copyright 2021 Sanger Syndicate LLC. All Rights Reserved.

Louie Guzman is a hunger warrior excelling in servant leadership to fight hunger and feed hope via the New Braunfels Food Bank in the Comal and Guadalupe County areas. After 22 years serving in the United States Air Force, Louie found his passion from his past and he has built a legacy of lifting up members of the community who currently face economic challenges and ensuring that no child goes to bed hungry. On this episode, Sean and Chris dive into hunger and the current state of the Greater New Braunfels area and what local leaders are doing to address some of the economic challenges New Braunfels faces as a community. Learn more at NBFoodBank.org and TexasEmergingLeaders.comFeaturing:Louie A. Guzman, Development Manager at New Braunfels Food Bank and US Air Force, retired.Sean Christian, Podcast OfficerChris Sanger, Chief Creative OfficerTo join our team.  Go here!Disclaimer: The comments herein are considered to be the personal comments of the speakers and not to be mistaken for advice in any way. Copyright 2021 Sanger Syndicate LLC. All Rights Reserved.

Texas Born Daniel McCutchen knows the car wash business and proves it with his most recent venture, Big League Car Wash with multiple locations popping up in one of the fastest growing cities in America, none other than New Braunfels, Texas.  No secret to emergent success, Dan grew up as a preacher's child in Oklahoma playing short stop during his high school days. He walked-on at an NCAA Division II school out of high school and ended up awarded a baseball scholarship at the University of Oklahoma. Drafted four (4) times by the Yankees, Cardinals, Devil Rays, and then the Yankees again he eventually signed with the Yankees in 2006, finally making it to the Big Leagues in 2009 with the Pittsburg Pirates and playing for 11 seasons.A graduate of the University of Oklahoma with an Economics degree, Dan always had business on his mind. He attributes his success to God and emphasizes that throughout his athletic career he wasn’t necessarily “rich” but he put a disciplined financial plan together to save his money with one more play in mind: Big League Car Wash.Learn more at BigLeagueCarWash.com and TexasEmergingLeaders.comFeaturing:Daniel McCutchen, Former MLB Pitcher & Owner of Big League Car WashSean Christian, Podcast OfficerChris Sanger, Chief Creative OfficerTo join our team.  Go here!Disclaimer: The comments herein are considered to be the personal comments of the speakers and not to be mistaken for advice in any way. Copyright 2021 Sanger Syndicate LLC. All Rights Reserved.

James McNeely is a triathlete, adventure-seeker, and successful businessperson, with over 30 years of experience in the fast-paced, ed-tech industry.  Some of the companies that he’s worked for are well known success stories, like Apple Computer, Toshiba, and Pearson - the world’s largest education company.   In his work roles, he’s served in both sales and sales management, acquiring decades of experience with both customers and sales employees.  McNeely admits, however, to having the most “fun” as a customer-facing salesperson, while working for small, cutting edge startups, endeavoring to bring new technology to students and ground-breaking teaching tools to educators.   In his book, “The 7 Meditations of a Happy Salesman”, he chronicles his quest to uncover truth in the strange, but rewarding, life of the frontline customer worker. He offers new thinking for the 21st Century businessperson, while also exposing mindless “groupthink” and business mantras for what they really are.  On the personal side, McNeely and his wife of 35 years have two grown children and two grandchildren.  When he’s not working with customers or chasing after grandkids, he’s training for bike races, open water swims (like Alcatraz), or triathlons.Learn more at The7Center.com and TexasEmergingLeaders.comBuy the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Meditations-Happy-Salesman-Corporate-Rejection/dp/1089718349Featuring:James McNeely, Author of The 7 Meditations of a Happy SalesmanSean Christian, Podcast OfficerChris Sanger, Chief Creative OfficerTo join our team.  Go here!Disclaimer: The comments herein are considered to be the personal comments of the speakers and not to be mistaken for advice in any way. Copyright 2021 Sanger Syndicate LLC. All Rights Reserved.

James McNeely is a triathlete, adventure-seeker, and successful businessperson, with over 30 years of experience in the fast-paced, ed-tech industry.  Some of the companies that he’s worked for are well known success stories, like Apple Computer, Toshiba, and Pearson - the world’s largest education company.    In his work roles, he’s served in both sales and sales management, acquiring decades of experience with both customers and sales employees.  McNeely admits, however, to having the most “fun” as a customer-facing salesperson, while working for small, cutting edge startups, endeavoring to bring new technology to students and ground-breaking teaching tools to educators.    In his book, “The 7 Meditations of a Happy Salesman”, he chronicles his quest to uncover truth in the strange, but rewarding, life of the frontline customer worker. He offers new thinking for the 21st Century businessperson, while also exposing mindless “groupthink” and business mantras for what they really are.  On the personal side, McNeely and his wife of 35 years have two grown children and two grandchildren.  When he’s not working with customers or chasing after grandkids, he’s training for bike races, open water swims (like Alcatraz), or triathlons.Learn more at The7Center.com and TexasEmergingLeaders.comBuy the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Meditations-Happy-Salesman-Corporate-Rejection/dp/1089718349Featuring:James McNeely, Author of The 7 Meditations of a Happy SalesmanSean Christian, Podcast OfficerChris Sanger, Chief Creative OfficerTo join our team.  Go here!Disclaimer: The comments herein are considered to be the personal comments of the speakers and not to be mistaken for advice in any way. Copyright 2021 Sanger Syndicate LLC. All Rights Reserved. 

Ashley Mills co-owns and operates Right Angle Inspection and Pest Services with her husband, Danny Mills. Prior to owning these two companies, she was a full-time Dental Hygienist for 14 years. Why did she make the switch to managing and owning her own business? Ashley says, "Four reasons: I was ready for a change after 11-12 years of dental hygiene, I am fascinated and love the real estate industry and looking at the homes on the market, I like interacting with people, and then COVID hit.  My husband started the home inspection business himself and he just got very busy and needed more help. We slowly transitioned me from full-time hygiene to full time scheduling and marketing of Right Angle Inspection."Learn more at Right Angle Inspections & Pest Control and TexasEmergingLeaders.comFeaturing:Ashley Mills, Co-Ownner at Right Angle Inspections & Pest ControlSean Christian, Podcast OfficerChris Sanger, Chief Creative OfficerTo join our team.  Go here!Disclaimer: The comments herein are considered to be the personal comments of the speakers and not to be mistaken for advice in any way. Copyright 2021 Sanger Syndicate LLC. All Rights Reserved.

In this episode Sean and Chris talk with Rebecca and Jason Price, Leaders of NB Trail Team Six, a group of Jeep Enthusiasts who come together not just for wheeling but are very community and charity driven.  NB TRAIL TEAM - 6 strives to be a highly active, tight knit group of jeep loving enthusiasts of all types and experience levels of Jeepers. Complete with those who love to wheel hard, first-time wheelers, camp out, hang out around town and do some awesome charity events for the community with their Jeeps around Texas. NB Trail Team is more than a Jeep club they live positive lives and have a good time doing it. As Rebecca Price says: “We are family and we got your back! Jeep On. Emerging Leaders got your six.GOALS: To include all levels of Jeep Enthusiasts. To wheel and partake in wheeling events. To Help and Support our Community and local events. To support events for our Firefighters, Law Enforcement, EMS, and active duty Military, Veterans, and injured and wounded Veterans.If you think NB TRAIL TEAM- 6 sounds like something you could be active in and would like to meet the group, please send a private message to:Rebecca Price: https://www.facebook.com/BEANrGrrl?fref=tsNB TRAIL TEAM - 6! OIIIIIIIO “We Got Your Six” https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCna8vhO6wjHpOzXjMfJCPHAhttps://twitter.com/NBTrailTeam6https://www.instagram.com/nbtrailteam6/Featuring:Rebecca & Jason Price, Leaders at NB Trail Team SixSean Christian, Podcast OfficerChris Sanger, Chief Creative OfficerTo join our team.  Go here!Disclaimer: The comments herein are considered to be the personal comments of the speakers and not to be mistaken for advice in any way. Copyright 2021 Sanger Syndicate LLC. All Rights Reserved.