The Inspired Impact Podcast

Lauren, a native of Madison, WI, graduated with a B.S. in Molecular Biology and Spanish from the University of Wisconsin–Madison. She then earned her M.D. at Stanford University, where she was awarded a Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI) research scholarship to study osteosarcoma at the National Cancer Institute (NCI) in Washington, D.C. She completed her internship at Santa Clara Valley Medical Center in San Jose, CA, followed by a residency in radiation oncology at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center in New York City. After residency, Lauren joined the faculty of the University of Wisconsin Carbone Cancer Center, where she focused on thoracic radiation oncology and helped develop a spine stereotactic radiation program. In 2014, she transitioned to The Permanente Medical Group, serving as a radiation oncologist at Kaiser Permanente in Northern California and later as regional lymphoma subspecialty lead until her departure in 2023. She then joined the University of Colorado Department of Radiation Oncology, where she served on the faculty until June 2025.Lauren is currently pursuing additional training in palliative care while continuing to provide locum tenens radiation oncology coverage across Colorado and California. She is passionate about delivering evidence-based, patient-centered care—a commitment that is deeply personal and influenced by her experiences watching both of her parents undergo cancer treatment.The desire to be closer to friends and family—and a shared love of the outdoors—brought Lauren and her family to Colorado. She resides in Morrison with her husband, Anthony, a native of England who runs a consulting practice specializing in cell and gene therapies. Together they enjoy the lively company of their two children, Anna and Charlie, along with an ever-growing menagerie of pets. As a family, they love hiking, gardening, sharing tea and biscuits, and catching up on sleep whenever possible.**********************************************************Judy Carlson is the CEO and Founder of the Judy Carlson Financial Group, where she helps couples create personalized, coordinated financial plans that support the life they want to live – now and in the future.As an Independent Fiduciary and Comprehensive Financial Planner, Judy specializes in retirement income and wealth decumulation strategies. She is a CPA, Investment Advisor Representative, licensed in life and health insurance, and certified in long-term care planning.Judy’s mission is to help guide clients with clarity and care, building financial plans that focus on real planning built around real lives.Learn More: https://judycarlson.com/The Inspired Impact Podcasthttps://businessinnovatorsradio.com/the-inspired-impact-podcast/Source: https://businessinnovatorsradio.com/the-inspired-impact-podcast-with-judy-carlson-interview-with-lauren-shapiro-md-radiation-oncologist

Karen and her daughter Molly started Clover’s Closet in the Spring of 2019 to help girls who wouldn’t otherwise be able to go to prom because of the cost of a dress and accessories. Their first “store” was in the Outlets at Castle Rock.Their mission has expanded to include homecoming in the fall.Community members donate dresses, shoes, jewelry, make-up and more. For three weekends before homecoming and prom, girls can shop for free for one complete outfit to wear to the dance.Clover’s Closet also partners with Douglas County Human Services to provide clothing needs for the whole family. They are so grateful for their dedicated team of volunteers.https://www.cloverscloset.org/https://www.facebook.com/karen.cloversclosethttps://www.instagram.com/cloversclosetkarendavis*************************************************************Judy Carlson is the CEO and Founder of the Judy Carlson Financial Group, where she helps couples create personalized, coordinated financial plans that support the life they want to live – now and in the future.As an Independent Fiduciary and Comprehensive Financial Planner, Judy specializes in retirement income and wealth decumulation strategies. She is a CPA, Investment Advisor Representative, licensed in life and health insurance, and certified in long-term care planning.Judy’s mission is to help guide clients with clarity and care, building financial plans that focus on real planning built around real lives.Learn More: https://judycarlson.com/Investment Adviser Representative of and advisory services offered through Royal Fund Management, LLC, a SEC Registered Adviser.The Inspired Impact Podcasthttps://businessinnovatorsradio.com/the-inspired-impact-podcast/Source: https://businessinnovatorsradio.com/the-inspired-impact-podcast-with-judy-carlson-interview-with-karen-davis-co-founder-head-dress-wrangler-clovers-closet

Laura Edwards joined Sunrise Service Dogs in January of 2022 with over twelve years of experience in the assistance dog field. Her expertise lies in innovative and visionary program development, process cultivation, and maximizing resources.In 2012, Edwards founded Disco’s Dogs, Inc., a Colorado-based nonprofit where she served as the Executive Director, placing dogs with children on the Autism spectrum and with Intellectual Disabilities. In 2017, Disco’s Dogs merged with Freedom Service Dogs of Englewood, Colorado. At Freedom Service Dogs, Edwards served as the Director of Dog Operations, overseeing the organization’s Animal Health, Reproduction and Genetics, Puppy Development, and Training programs. Most notably, Laura was charged with solving the organization’s declining placement rate and, as a result, was instrumental in creating a purpose bred breeding program of Labrador Retrievers and Golden Retrievers. That work raised the placement rate with clients from 9% to over 40% to benefit individuals with varying disabilities across the United States.Presentations, Accreditations, and MembershipsInternational Working Dog Association, Conference Speaker, 2025Assistance Dogs International (North America), Breeding Cooperative Steering Committee MemberAssistance Dogs International, Conference Speaker, 2018, 2019International Association of Assistance Dog Partners, Resource Member, 2012-2017, 2022-2023Veteran Ready CertifiedTrust-Centered Training, Accredited TrainerAKC Canine Good Citizen EvaluatorLaura shares a life with her amazingly supportive husband of nearly 30 years, two vibrant emerging adults who are her pride and joy, two Labrador Retrievers, and three Siberian cats. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree.https://sunriseservicedogs.org/Socials: @sunriseservicedogs*************************************************************Judy Carlson is the CEO and Founder of the Judy Carlson Financial Group, where she helps couples create personalized, coordinated financial plans that support the life they want to live – now and in the future.As an Independent Fiduciary and Comprehensive Financial Planner, Judy specializes in retirement income and wealth decumulation strategies. She is a CPA, Investment Advisor Representative, licensed in life and health insurance, and certified in long-term care planning.Judy’s mission is to help guide clients with clarity and care, building financial plans that focus on real planning built around real lives.Learn More: https://judycarlson.com/Investment Adviser Representative of and advisory services offered through Royal Fund Management, LLC, a SEC Registered Adviser.The Inspired Impact Podcasthttps://businessinnovatorsradio.com/the-inspired-impact-podcast/Source: https://businessinnovatorsradio.com/the-inspired-impact-podcast-with-judy-carlson-interview-with-laura-edwards-executive-director-sunrise-service-dogs

Claire Johnston is a wife, mother, and, as her husband proudly jokes, a social work entrepreneur. Claire is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and certified Oncology Social Worker. She is also a childhood cancer survivor herself, which propelled her work into the field of social work to help others who are navigating challenging circumstances. Claire works part-time as the Oncology Social Worker at AdventHealth Porter in Denver, is an adjunct faculty for the Graduate School of Social Work at the University of Denver, and works on a contract basis in the field of child welfare.Claire is also the Executive Director of, and inspiration behind, Christmas Commandos, a nonprofit organization that provides emotional support during the holiday season to families who have experienced an out of order loss of a loved one. This support is delivered through the anonymous and secret delivery of meaningful gifts for surviving family members, which are specially shopped for, wrapped and packaged with love. These gifts are secretly delivered to the recipient family’s doorstep one evening leading up to Christmas, tagged with a note signed from the Christmas Commandos. The note shares that these gifts have been delivered in the spirit of love as a reminder that their community has not forgotten about them during an incredibly difficult time in their lives. A small angel statue in memory of their loved one is also left on their doorstep, and their front yard is decorated with holiday cheer – garlands, ornaments, and candy canes.https://www.christmascommandos.org/https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064881512164https://www.instagram.com/christmascommandos*************************************************************Judy Carlson is the CEO and Founder of the Judy Carlson Financial Group, where she helps couples create personalized, coordinated financial plans that support the life they want to live – now and in the future.As an Independent Fiduciary and Comprehensive Financial Planner, Judy specializes in retirement income and wealth decumulation strategies. She is a CPA, Investment Advisor Representative, licensed in life and health insurance, and certified in long-term care planning.Judy’s mission is to help guide clients with clarity and care, building financial plans that focus on real planning built around real lives.Learn More: https://judycarlson.com/Investment Adviser Representative of and advisory services offered through Royal Fund Management, LLC, a SEC Registered Adviser.The Inspired Impact Podcasthttps://businessinnovatorsradio.com/the-inspired-impact-podcast/Source: https://businessinnovatorsradio.com/the-inspired-impact-podcast-with-judy-carlson-interview-with-claire-johnston-executive-director-christmas-commandos

Brie Dilley is the Executive Director at SECOR Cares, a nonprofit in Parker committed to eliminating food insecurity and suburban poverty. Brie has worked in the nonprofit sector in various capacities for most of her career. At SECOR, she has worked both on the program and development teams and has a heart for connecting donors and community members with the meaningful stories of SECOR guests. Brie is a mission-driven leader with a big vision for well-researched, comprehensive solutions to complex issues like poverty.Brie holds a BA in Communication and an MA in Organizational Leadership. Outside of work, you can reliably find her hiking, camping, cycling or anything else that gets her outside enjoying the gorgeous Rocky Mountains.https://www.secorcares.com/https://www.instagram.com/secorcareshttps://www.linkedin.com/company/secorcareshttps://www.facebook.com/SoutheastCommunityOutreach*************************************************************Judy Carlson is the CEO and Founder of the Judy Carlson Financial Group, where she helps couples create personalized, coordinated financial plans that support the life they want to live – now and in the future.As an Independent Fiduciary and Comprehensive Financial Planner, Judy specializes in retirement income and wealth decumulation strategies. She is a CPA, Investment Advisor Representative, licensed in life and health insurance, and certified in long-term care planning.Judy’s mission is to help guide clients with clarity and care, building financial plans that focus on real planning built around real lives.Learn More: https://judycarlson.com/Investment Adviser Representative of and advisory services offered through Royal Fund Management, LLC, a SEC Registered Adviser.The Inspired Impact Podcasthttps://businessinnovatorsradio.com/the-inspired-impact-podcast/Source: https://businessinnovatorsradio.com/the-inspired-impact-podcast-with-judy-carlson-interview-with-brie-dilley-executive-director-secor-cares

I grew up in Canada and moved to the United States in 1990 when my husband was transferred here with Great West Life. I was unable to work at the time and turned to volunteering in many different roles over the years. In late 2011, I learned about Sertoma while golfing, and this organization has impacted my life ever since. I was instrumental in forming the SouthGlenn Sertoma Club in 2012 and have been an active member ever since. I held many positions in my local club and served in several roles at the National level. These include Governor, Director at Large, Vice President, President Elect, and currently International President.I am married with two grown children living here in Colorado, and my family is incredibly supportive of all my work with Sertoma.https://www.sertoma.org/ **********************************************************Judy Carlson is the CEO and Founder of the Judy Carlson Financial Group, where she helps couples create personalized, coordinated financial plans that support the life they want to live – now and in the future.As an Independent Fiduciary and Comprehensive Financial Planner, Judy specializes in retirement income and wealth decumulation strategies. She is a CPA, Investment Advisor Representative, licensed in life and health insurance, and certified in long-term care planning.Judy’s mission is to help guide clients with clarity and care, building financial plans that focus on real planning built around real lives.Learn More: https://judycarlson.com/Investment Adviser Representative of and advisory services offered through Royal Fund Management, LLC, a SEC Registered Adviser.The Inspired Impact Podcasthttps://businessinnovatorsradio.com/the-inspired-impact-podcast/Source: https://businessinnovatorsradio.com/the-inspired-impact-podcast-with-judy-carlson-interview-with-cindy-markham-international-president-sertoma-international

Lauren joined WorldDenver in 2019 after serving in a similar role at the World Affairs Council of Charlotte. She has a decade of experience in fundraising, development, program management, and event planning across nonprofits, and focuses on building global connections.Lauren grew up in San Diego, CA and attended a French immersion school, which planted the seeds for her passion in diversity and cross-cultural experiences. She earned her B.A. in International Studies and French, with a minor in Religion from California Lutheran University where she had the privilege of participating in travel seminars to Jamaica, Italy, and a semester abroad in Dakar, Senegal. Her time in Dakar focused on arts and culture, while researching issues affecting vulnerable children. She completed a dual master’s degree program in Social Work (MSW) and Theological Studies (MTS) at Boston University, (BU) with a focus on nonprofit development and program administration. During her time at BU, she participated in a travel seminar to Israel and Palestine to explore complexities of peace building, and one to Turkey to learn about the intersection of ancient archeology and modern Europe. In Boston, she worked in community organizing with Greater Boston Interfaith Organization and at DOVE, Inc., a domestic violence resource agency, where she contributed to planning and development for two record breaking fundraiser events.Lauren lives in Denver with her husband and two daughters, and enjoys the performing arts, live music, backpacking, snowboarding, and all that the Colorado Rockies have to offer.https://worlddenver.org/https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauren-osga-236a7294/**********************************************************Judy Carlson is the CEO and Founder of the Judy Carlson Financial Group, where she helps couples create personalized, coordinated financial plans that support the life they want to live – now and in the future.As an Independent Fiduciary and Comprehensive Financial Planner, Judy specializes in retirement income and wealth decumulation strategies. She is a CPA, Investment Advisor Representative, licensed in life and health insurance, and certified in long-term care planning.Judy’s mission is to help guide clients with clarity and care, building financial plans that focus on real planning built around real lives.Learn More: https://judycarlson.com/Investment Adviser Representative of and advisory services offered through Royal Fund Management, LLC, a SEC Registered Adviser.The Inspired Impact Podcasthttps://businessinnovatorsradio.com/the-inspired-impact-podcast/Source: https://businessinnovatorsradio.com/the-inspired-impact-podcast-with-judy-carlson-interview-with-lauren-osga-director-of-development-communications-worlddenver

Beth Mitchell is a partner in the law firm of Ambler | Keenan | Mitchell | Johnson. Beth devotes her practice to estate planning, special needs planning, and probate and trust administration. She is a member of the American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys, the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys, the Denver Bar Association, and the Colorado Bar Association, where she is a member of the Trust and Estates Section and the Elder Law Section.Beth sincerely enjoys working with families to make sure that estate matters are handled correctly and efficiently. She is a frequent speaker for professionals and the public on educational topics involving estate planning, probate, and trust administration.Beth received her B.A. in English and Speech Communications from Drake University in Des Moines, Iowa. She was awarded her J.D. from the University of Denver College of Law, where she was an editor for the Preventive Law Reporter and an active member of the University of Denver Student Law Office’s Battered Women’s Clemency Project.Beth is admitted to practice law before the Supreme Court of the State of Colorado, the United States District Court for the District of Colorado, and the 10th Circuit of the United States Court of Appeals.Prior to joining Ambler | Keenan | Mitchell | Johnson, Beth’s diverse background included working for the Colorado Bar Association, with the Iowa Coalition Against Domestic Violence as an AmeriCorps member and interning with South Dakota Senator Tim Johnson on Capitol Hill. She is a South Dakota native who loves to travel and has enjoyed living in Iowa, New York, Washington D.C., and Colorado.https://ambler-keenan.com/https://ambler-keenan.com/staff-profile/elizabeth-d-mitchell/https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabeth-d-mitchell-23b984/*************************************************************Judy Carlson is the CEO and Founder of the Judy Carlson Financial Group, where she helps couples create personalized, coordinated financial plans that support the life they want to live – now and in the future.As an Independent Fiduciary and Comprehensive Financial Planner, Judy specializes in retirement income and wealth decumulation strategies. She is a CPA, Investment Advisor Representative, licensed in life and health insurance, and certified in long-term care planning.Judy’s mission is to help guide clients with clarity and care, building financial plans that focus on real planning built around real lives. Learn More: https://judycarlson.com/Investment Adviser Representative of and advisory services offered through Royal Fund Management, LLC, a SEC Registered Adviser.The Inspired Impact Podcasthttps://businessinnovatorsradio.com/the-inspired-impact-podcast/Source: https://businessinnovatorsradio.com/the-inspired-impact-podcast-with-judy-carlson-interview-with-beth-mitchell-partner-ambler-keenan-mitchell-johnson

Guided by her passion for environmental and social impact, Emilie Baratta founded Turnbuckle to develop innovative real estate solutions for the modern world. Turnbuckle is a catalyst for positive change with roots in finance, design, building, and strategic project management. A rising leader with twenty years of experience in mixed-use urban real estate, finance, and long-term strategy, Emilie has built a reputation for delivering LEED® certified projects focused on community impact and executed by top-notch teams. Her past work shows her commitment to serving low-income residents, seniors, neurodiverse individuals, and people with disabilities. She delivers unparalleled service to the communities she serves with operational expertise, entrepreneurial spirit, financial acumen, and meticulous commitment to quality.Emilie lives and works in Denver, Colorado, where she has created four innovative communities in partnership with well-respected LEED® certified developers. She is the founder of Gleam Car Wash, an infill development project devoted to job creation for underserved populations and environmental sustainability, now in two Denver locations.Emilie’s approach to her craft defies categorization. Committed to invention and innovation, she champions projects that follow strict standards and bring rare value to communities. Emilie’s work is shaped by a thoughtful integration of financial insight, operational know-how, and a people-first design philosophy—an approach that continues to earn recognition and trust across the industry.https://gleamcarwash.com/https://turnbuckle.com/**********************************************************Judy Carlson is the CEO and Founder of the Judy Carlson Financial Group, where she helps couples create personalized, coordinated financial plans that support the life they want to live – now and in the future.As an Independent Fiduciary and Comprehensive Financial Planner, Judy specializes in retirement income and wealth decumulation strategies. She is a CPA, Investment Advisor Representative, licensed in life and health insurance, and certified in long-term care planning.Judy’s mission is to help guide clients with clarity and care, building financial plans that focus on real planning built around real lives.Learn More: https://judycarlson.com/Investment Adviser Representative of and advisory services offered through Royal Fund Management, LLC, a SEC Registered Adviser.The Inspired Impact Podcasthttps://businessinnovatorsradio.com/the-inspired-impact-podcast/Source: https://businessinnovatorsradio.com/the-inspired-impact-podcast-with-judy-carlson-interview-with-emilie-baratta-founder-ceo-turnbuckle-development

From 2003-2025 Tamra Ryan was the CEO of Women’s Bean Project, a social enterprise providing transitional employment in its food manufacturing business to women attempting to break the cycle of chronic unemployment and poverty. She serves as the Coors Economic Mobility Fellow for Common Sense Institute Colorado.Named as Most Influential CEO and Ten Most Influential Women in Business 2023, Tamra is a former partner and board member for Social Venture Partners-Denver and Social Enterprise Alliance. Congressman Mike Coffman (R-CO) recognized Tamra’s servant leadership and entered it into the Congressional Record of the 115th Congress, Second Session in May 2018. She was honored by the Colorado Women’s Chamber of Commerce as one of the Top 25 Most Powerful Women in Colorado, and in 2022 and 2023 as a Titan100 CEO and Social Entrepreneur of the year by the Colorado Institute for SocialImpact. She was a presenter at TEDxMilehigh and is a highly sought-after speaker for topics such as compassionate leadership and social enterprise.Tamra is the author of The Third Law, a book which highlights the societal obstacles and internal demons that must be overcome for marginalized women to change their lives. The Third Law has won eight awards for women/minorities in business and social activism. Tamra’s latest book is Followship: 16 Lessons to Become a Leader Worth Following.Tamra received her undergraduate degree from University of Colorado Boulder and her Master of Arts and Sciences from Adelphi University. She lives in Denver, Colorado with her husband, two teenage children and two goldendoodles.https://www.tamraryan.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/tamraryan/**********************************************************Judy Carlson is the CEO and Founder of the Judy Carlson Financial Group, where she helps couples create personalized, coordinated financial plans that support the life they want to live – now and in the future.As an Independent Fiduciary and Comprehensive Financial Planner, Judy specializes in retirement income and wealth decumulation strategies. She is a CPA, Investment Advisor Representative, licensed in life and health insurance, and certified in long-term care planning.Judy’s mission is to help guide clients with clarity and care, building financial plans that focus on real planning built around real lives.Learn More: https://judycarlson.com/Investment Adviser Representative of and advisory services offered through Royal Fund Management, LLC, a SEC Registered Adviser.The Inspired Impact Podcasthttps://businessinnovatorsradio.com/the-inspired-impact-podcast/Source: https://businessinnovatorsradio.com/the-inspired-impact-podcast-with-judy-carlson-interview-with-tamra-ryan-ceo-tamra-ryan

Bebe Kleinman – Community Health Leader & Nonprofit AdvocateFor over 40 years, I have devoted my professional and volunteer life to advancing equity in housing, food, and health care for individuals and families in under-resourced communities. My career reflects a deep commitment to public health, social justice, and building resilient nonprofit organizations that serve those most in need.I bring a lifetime of experience advocating for low-income populations and working closely with public health systems. My leadership has required bold thinking, long-term planning, and collaborative governance—all essential to sustainable and innovative nonprofit impact. I have consistently prioritized equity, access, and measurable results while navigating the complexities of limited resources, stakeholder engagement, and policy influence.My strength lies in bridging sectors and guiding diverse stakeholders toward shared solutions. I lead with both empathy and strategic insight, fostering innovation, resolving tensions, and building consensus. I strive to help shape a visionary public health system—one that anticipates challenges, not just reacts to them—and works proactively to improve well-being across all communities.I currently serve in several regional leadership roles:President, Board of the Colorado Safety Net Collaborative, representing charitable health care providers statewideVice Chair, Arapahoe County Public Health BoardPast Vice Chair & Member, South Metro Community Foundation, supporting initiatives like the Tri-Cities Navigation CenterActive Community Member, Littleton Villagehttps://doctorscare.org/***********************************************************Judy Carlson is the CEO and Founder of the Judy Carlson Financial Group, where she helps couples create personalized, coordinated financial plans that support the life they want to live – now and in the future.As an Independent Fiduciary and Comprehensive Financial Planner, Judy specializes in retirement income and wealth decumulation strategies. She is a CPA, Investment Advisor Representative, licensed in life and health insurance, and certified in long-term care planning.Judy’s mission is to help guide clients with clarity and care, building financial plans that focus on real planning built around real lives.Learn More: https://judycarlson.com/Investment Adviser Representative of and advisory services offered through Royal Fund Management, LLC, a SEC Registered Adviser.The Inspired Impact Podcasthttps://businessinnovatorsradio.com/the-inspired-impact-podcast/Source: https://businessinnovatorsradio.com/the-inspired-impact-podcast-with-judy-carlson-interview-with-bebe-kleinman-ceo-doctors-care

Sydney Mauck serves as the Anschutz Military Collections Specialist at History Colorado, where she is dedicated to preserving and sharing the stories held within the museum’s extensive military collection.A Colorado native, Sydney developed an early appreciation for the state’s rich history, particularly that of the renowned 10th Mountain Division, through the influence of her father and grandfather. She went on to earn a bachelor’s degree in Anthropology from the University of Denver, with minors in History and Psychology, and a concentration in museum studies.Her passion lies in working with museum collections to interpret and present human experiences through exhibitions and public programs.Sydney’s professional background is rooted in museum collection management. She gained hands-on experience through internships with the Denver Art Museum, the Denver Zoo, and the National Park Service at Kalaupapa National Historical Park, Molokai, Hawaii. These opportunities deepened her expertise in handling and interpreting artifact collections for public engagement.From 2020 to 2021, Sydney contributed to History Colorado as both an intern and a contractor before joining the organization full-time in 2022 as the Anschutz Military Collections Specialist. In this role, she oversees a collection of more than 10,000 military artifacts and works to ensure its accessibility to the public. She also manages the 10th Mountain Division Resource Center, which History Colorado administers in partnership with the Denver Public Library.https://www.historycolorado.org/https://www.facebook.com/10thmountainrc/*************************************************************Judy Carlson is the CEO and Founder of the Judy Carlson Financial Group, where she helps couples create personalized, coordinated financial plans that support the life they want to live – now and in the future.As an Independent Fiduciary and Comprehensive Financial Planner, Judy specializes in retirement income and wealth decumulation strategies. She is a CPA, Investment Advisor Representative, licensed in life and health insurance, and certified in long-term care planning.Judy’s mission is to help guide clients with clarity and care, building financial plans that focus on real planning built around real lives.Learn More: https://judycarlson.com/The Inspired Impact Podcasthttps://businessinnovatorsradio.com/the-inspired-impact-podcast/Source: https://businessinnovatorsradio.com/the-inspired-impact-podcast-with-judy-carlson-interview-with-sydney-mauck-anschutz-military-collections-specialist-history-colorado

Elizabeth (Betty) Heid is the past chair of the Board of Directors of the Colorado Women’s Hall of Fame, serving on the board for 6 years: 5 years as Chair, one year as past chair.While serving as Chair of the Board, she recognized a need to broadly tell the life stories of the women who were inducted into the Hall. She was inspired to design and create the “Great Colorado Women” film series. Serving as Executive Producer since implementation in 2016, she has produced 33 films to date. All as a volunteer.The film series focuses on historic and contemporary Colorado women and their little known, underreported achievements. This multi-season series honors the more than 200 trailblazing women who have been inducted into the Hall since its founding in 1985. These stories provide role models to remind women and girls that they too can aspire higher to reach their dreams and to educate men and boys about women’s accomplishments. The result of this series is the creation of a comprehensive historical archive of the rich legacy of great Colorado women and will be a major step toward women being appropriately represented in Colorado history.This series, now in its seventh season, is really an eye-opener to the accomplishments and the impacts Colorado women have had on our state, our country, and our world. The films produced each year air on Rocky Mountain PBS. These films have earned 4 Heartland EMMY awards, while receiving 15 Heartland EMMY nominations. One film also won the Los Angeles Film festival for “Inspiring Woman in a Film.” The films have been viewed worldwide, reaching an audience of well over one million viewers.Betty’s professional experience includes: owner, founder and CEO of two multi-million dollar businesses: a consulting agency and a job placement agency. Previously, she worked for several Fortune 500 companies where she was a senior executive responsible for customer service, project management, operations management, and quality assurance. She has managed staffs as large as 600 employees and had responsibility for over one billion dollars of annual revenue.Ms. Heid is a Colorado Native, who has lived in Colorado most of her life. She is a life-long volunteer focusing on education, women’s issues, and history. She has served as chair or a member of many boards and organizations across Colorado. She holds an under-graduate and a master’s degree from the University of Denver, both in Business Administration. She is also a certified mediator. Her hobbies include golf, bridge, travel, reading, and exercising.https://www.cogreatwomen.org/**********************************************************Judy is the CEO & Founder of the Judy Carlson Financial Group. She helps her clients design, build, and implement fully integrated and coordinated financial plans from today through life expectancy and legacy.She is an Independent Fiduciary and Comprehensive Financial Planner who specializes in Wealth Decumulation Strategies. Judy is a CPA, Investment Advisor Representative, Life and Health Insurance Licensed, and Long-Term Care Certified.Judy’s mission is to educate and empower her clients with an all-inclusive financial plan that encourages and motivates them to pursue their lifetime financial goals and dreams.Learn More: https://judycarlson.com/Investment Adviser Representative of and advisory services offered through Royal Fund Management, LLC, an SEC Registered Adviser.The Inspired Impact Podcasthttps://businessinnovatorsradio.com/the-inspired-impact-podcast/Source: https://businessinnovatorsradio.com/the-inspired-impact-podcast-with-judy-carlson-interview-with-betty-heid-executive-producer-great-colorado-women-film-series

Dr. Linda Kimberling—Retired Federal Executive, Educator, Business Owner, Author, Foster Ministry Founder, Mother, Grandmother and QuilterDr. Kimberling overcame early-life obstacles to serve the American public for 30 years in various leadership and managerial roles in the U.S. Government. Her tenure included Senior Executive Service member for 10 years in positions of Assistant Commissioner and Chief Financial Officer at Treasury and Department of Energy. She holds a doctoral degree in Organization and Management, a MS in Economics and a BS in Business and Education. As an educator, she served on the faculty at Regis Jesuit University and Southern Illinois University teaching Graduate Studies in Ethics, Leadership and Economics.She combined her experience in executive leadership, her education in organization and management, and her experiences as a Christian leader to author the book: “Faith Based Leadership–When the Odds are Stacked Against You”.Currently, she is the business owner of Log Cabin Quilt’N Sew offering long-arm quilting services and fabric to her customers. Log Cabin Quilt’N Sew fulfills her longtime passion to create and gift quilts to foster children currently in child placement facilities. Through the help of 70+ women across the country, “My Very Own Quilt Ministry” made and gifted over 700 quilts to foster children.Together, she and her husband live in Castle Rock, CO. They have 5 adult children and 6 grandchildren that keep them busy!www.logccabinquiltnsew.comhttps://www.facebook.com/logcabinquiltnsewhttps://www.instagram.com/logcabinquiltn/*************************************************************Judy is the CEO & Founder of the Judy Carlson Financial Group. She helps her clients design, build, and implement fully integrated and coordinated financial plans from today through life expectancy and legacy.She is an Independent Fiduciary and Comprehensive Financial Planner who specializes in Wealth Decumulation Strategies. Judy is a CPA, Investment Advisor Representative, Life and Health Insurance Licensed, and Long-Term Care Certified.Judy’s mission is to educate and empower her clients with an all-inclusive financial plan that encourages and motivates them to pursue their lifetime financial goals and dreams.Learn More: https://judycarlson.com/ Investment Adviser Representative of and advisory services offered through Royal Fund Management, LLC, an SEC Registered Adviser.The Inspired Impact Podcasthttps://businessinnovatorsradio.com/the-inspired-impact-podcast/Source: https://businessinnovatorsradio.com/the-inspired-impact-podcast-with-judy-carlson-interview-with-dr-linda-kimberling-owner-log-cabin-quiltn-sew

Polly Letofsky left her home in Colorado and headed west across 4 continents and over 14,000 miles—by foot—to become the first woman to walk around the world.As an awareness campaign for breast cancer, strangers welcomed her into their homes. But it was never an easy road. Polly struggled with earthquakes, muggings, languages, even religious riots. The ultimate challenge came in the middle of Polly’s journey when September 11 flung us all into a crossroads in world history and she found herself navigating a vastly changing world.Polly shares her story with humor and honest reflection, in this award-winning book, 3mph: The Adventures of One Woman’s Walk Around the World.Polly has taken her book writing experience to a whole new level. After a bad experience with a publishing company, she took a deep dive into learning every aspect of the industry. Her goal… to protect authors from many of the same mistakes she made. Today she runs a very successful book publishing business with an award-winning team of editors, marketers, and designers.https://www.pollyletofsky.com/https://www.mywordpublishing.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/pollyletofsky/https://www.facebook.com/polly.letofsky.7*************************************************************Judy is the CEO & Founder of the Judy Carlson Financial Group. She helps her clients design, build, and implement fully integrated and coordinated financial plans from today through life expectancy and legacy.She is an Independent Fiduciary and Comprehensive Financial Planner who specializes in Wealth Decumulation Strategies. Judy is a CPA, Investment Advisor Representative, Life and Health Insurance Licensed, and Long-Term Care Certified.Judy’s mission is to educate and empower her clients with an all-inclusive financial plan that encourages and motivates them to pursue their lifetime financial goals and dreams.Learn More: https://judycarlson.com/Investment Adviser Representative of and advisory services offered through Royal Fund Management, LLC, an SEC Registered Adviser.The Inspired Impact Podcasthttps://businessinnovatorsradio.com/the-inspired-impact-podcast/Source: https://businessinnovatorsradio.com/the-inspired-impact-podcast-with-judy-carlson-interview-with-polly-letofsky-author-speaker-publishing-mama-and-owner-my-word-publishing

I enjoy blending strategic thinking with creative problem-solving to drive meaningful change. My focus has always been on building connections and finding ways to enhance our communities.I kicked off my career in finance, where I found success as a top salesperson. That experience sharpened my analytical skills and taught me how to understand complex needs, which I now apply to my work in non-profit fundraising.What motivates me is the chance to contribute to causes that resonate with me. I thrive on collaboration, brainstorming new approaches, and discovering innovative strategies to advance our mission. Whether it’s through partnerships, campaigns, or improving processes, my aim is to make a real impact.On a personal note, I grew up in Colorado, am a military brat, and the youngest of six siblings. I speak Spanish and love to travel! I’m a devoted wife who loves spending time with my husband. We enjoy serving our church, exploring new places, birdwatching, and practicing my compound bow in our league. And there’s nothing better than a road trip through the Midwest with classic country tunes playing in the background. These experiences enrich my perspective and fuel my passion for giving back.I’m excited to connect with anyone who shares a passion for making a difference or wants to chat about innovative ways to engage in philanthropy and community work.https://boulderbridgehouse.org/https://www.linkedin.com/in/heather-lagge*************************************************************Judy is the CEO & Founder of the Judy Carlson Financial Group. She helps her clients design, build, and implement fully integrated and coordinated financial plans from today through life expectancy and legacy.She is an Independent Fiduciary and Comprehensive Financial Planner who specializes in Wealth Decumulation Strategies. Judy is a CPA, Investment Advisor Representative, Life and Health Insurance Licensed, and Long-Term Care Certified.Judy’s mission is to educate and empower her clients with an all-inclusive financial plan that encourages and motivates them to pursue their lifetime financial goals and dreams.Learn More: https://judycarlson.com/Investment Adviser Representative of and advisory services offered through Royal Fund Management, LLC, an SEC Registered Adviser.The Inspired Impact Podcasthttps://businessinnovatorsradio.com/the-inspired-impact-podcast/Source: https://businessinnovatorsradio.com/the-inspired-impact-podcast-with-judy-carlson-interview-with-heather-lagge-sponsorships-gifts-manager-bridge-house

For over thirty years, Amy Mays has worked alongside teens, helping them navigate life’s challenges. As a youth director and counselor, she learned something crucial: teens need more than programs. They need places where they feel they truly belong, where getting support doesn’t feel like a big deal.That’s why she started Happy Crew in 2007. It began with weekly meetings where teens could be themselves, find their voice, and know they matter. What started with just a few students grew steadily. In the 2024-2025 school year, Happy Crew will host a total of 23 weekly meetings that bring together an average of 75 students each time. Already, 183 different teens have found community through Happy Crew this year alone—and we’re on track to connect with over 200 students before summer. But we need to do more.https://thehappycrew.org/https://www.happycrewcoffeehouse.com/*************************************************************Judy is the CEO & Founder of the Judy Carlson Financial Group. She helps her clients design, build, and implement fully integrated and coordinated financial plans from today through life expectancy and legacy.She is an Independent Fiduciary and Comprehensive Financial Planner who specializes in Wealth Decumulation Strategies. Judy is a CPA, Investment Advisor Representative, Life and Health Insurance Licensed, and Long-Term Care Certified.Judy’s mission is to educate and empower her clients with an all-inclusive financial plan that encourages and motivates them to pursue their lifetime financial goals and dreams.Learn More: https://judycarlson.com/Investment Adviser Representative of and advisory services offered through Royal Fund Management, LLC, an SEC Registered Adviser.The Inspired Impact Podcasthttps://businessinnovatorsradio.com/the-inspired-impact-podcast/Source: https://businessinnovatorsradio.com/the-inspired-impact-podcast-with-judy-carlson-interview-with-amy-mays-executive-director-the-happy-crew

Lindsey has worked at Mountain Vista high school for 20 years in a number of different roles. She taught in the Career Tech Ed world for 14 years, was the head volleyball coach, ran student leadership, and was on a building leadership team. She was also instrumental in the growth of their relationship with the “Make a Wish Foundation.” The partnership with the school community, along with local clothing brand, Be A Good Person, has raised almost 2 million dollars for the Foundation.Now Ms. Jaffe is an Assistant Principal and Activities Director, managing over 65 clubs within the school. In her free time, she loves to spend time with her 2 children, support their sports/activities, travel, and do yoga!https://mvhs.dcsdk12.org/*************************************************************Judy is the CEO & Founder of the Judy Carlson Financial Group. She helps her clients design, build, and implement fully integrated and coordinated financial plans from today through life expectancy and legacy.She is an Independent Fiduciary and Comprehensive Financial Planner who specializes in Wealth Decumulation Strategies. Judy is a CPA, Investment Advisor Representative, Life and Health Insurance Licensed, and Long-Term Care Certified.Judy’s mission is to educate and empower her clients with an all-inclusive financial plan that encourages and motivates them to pursue their lifetime financial goals and dreams.Learn More: https://judycarlson.com/Investment Adviser Representative of and advisory services offered through Royal Fund Management, LLC, an SEC Registered Adviser.The Inspired Impact Podcasthttps://businessinnovatorsradio.com/the-inspired-impact-podcast/Source: https://businessinnovatorsradio.com/the-inspired-impact-podcast-with-judy-carlson-interview-with-lindsey-jaffe-asst-principal-activities-director-mountain-vista-high-school

Carey Marin is a wife, mom of four, entrepreneur and open adoption advocate.Carey is a graduate of the University of North Texas where she received her bachelor’s degree in broadcast journalism. She has worked with orphanages in Bolivia and Romania, and with women and children in Ecuador, Kenya and Turkey. She received the President’s Volunteer Service Award, and founded Hearts Wide Open, an open adoption support group. She has also served with Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) for children in foster care.Carey and her husband, Paul have four adopted children. She joined the Gift of Adoption Fund- Colorado Chapter Board in June of 2023, shortly after she and her family relocated to Denver from Dallas. Gift of Adoption is a national charity that provides grants of up to $15,000 to complete the adoptions of vulnerable children. Priority is placed on helping children facing what is possibly their only chance at adoption, including those at-risk of separation from siblings, entering foster care, aging-out of an orphanage, or with special needs.Gift of Adoption is the largest provider of adoption assistance grants on a nondiscriminatory basis (without regard to age, race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or marital status) and grants are paid directly to adoption agencies and attorneys working on the child’s behalf. Since inception in 1996, Gift of Adoption has awarded more than $14 million to give over 4,724 children permanent families and the chance to thrive. To date in Colorado, GOA has awarded $507,000 in grants to complete the adoptions of 155 children.Gift of Adoption is recognized by Charity Navigator and the Better Business Bureau’s Wise Giving Alliance.As President & CEO of Purpose Media Group, Carey specializes in crafting strategic communications that drive measurable results. From public relations and digital content marketing to message development and crisis communications, Carey helps businesses build trust, credibility and lasting connections with their audiences. She has helped clients garner national and international media attention from the LA Times to the Wall Street Journal and Good Housekeeping to TODAY Show.www.giftofadoption.orghttps://giftofadoption.org/joinourboard/giftofadoption.org/colorado/facebook.com/GiftofAdoptionColoradowww.purposemedia.biz***********************************************************Judy is the CEO & Founder of the Judy Carlson Financial Group. She helps her clients design, build, and implement fully integrated and coordinated financial plans from today through life expectancy and legacy.She is an Independent Fiduciary and Comprehensive Financial Planner who specializes in Wealth Decumulation Strategies. Judy is a CPA, Investment Advisor Representative, Life and Health Insurance Licensed, and Long-Term Care Certified.Judy’s mission is to educate and empower her clients with an all-inclusive financial plan that encourages and motivates them to pursue their lifetime financial goals and dreams. Learn More: https://judycarlson.com/Investment Adviser Representative of and advisory services offered through Royal Fund Management, LLC, an SEC Registered Adviser.The Inspired Impact Podcasthttps://businessinnovatorsradio.com/the-inspired-impact-podcast/Source: https://businessinnovatorsradio.com/the-inspired-impact-podcast-with-judy-carlson-interview-with-carey-marin-adoptive-mom-of-4-children-gift-of-adoption-fund-board-member

Wendy began with Generation Schools Network in 2010 as the Rocky Mountain Managing Director and was asked by the Board of Directors to assume the CEO role in 2012. While earning a business degree, her love for education was catalyzed through volunteering to teach a business entrepreneurship class in an economically struggling Denver neighborhood on Saturday mornings at a local church. She brings extensive experience in the non-profit and education sectors, especially in the areas of network development, school replication and innovative educational models. She has worked in higher education (Northwest College, Colorado Christian University & Harvard University) and co-founded the Street School Network, which grew to include more than 50 schools in 27 cities under her leadership. She holds a BS in Business Management from Colorado Christian University, an MA in Educational Leadership from Concordia University and is currently studying for her PhD in Education & Social Justice at Lancaster University in the United Kingdom. She has completed fellowships with both Catapult and the Billions Institute for large scale social change.Wendy is part of a big, blended family with 6 semi-grown children ranging in ages from 21-42; four boys and two girls. She loves dogs (which is great because she has grand dogs including one she keeps full-time due to her son’s deployment). Wendy loves reading historical fiction and serves as the director of the children’s program at her church.Website: https://www.justiceengagedstudents.org/Website: https://www.generationschools.org/*************************************************************Judy is the CEO & Founder of the Judy Carlson Financial Group. She helps her clients design, build, and implement fully integrated and coordinated financial plans from today through life expectancy and legacy.She is an Independent Fiduciary and Comprehensive Financial Planner who specializes in Wealth Decumulation Strategies. Judy is a CPA, Investment Advisor Representative, Life and Health Insurance Licensed, and Long-Term Care Certified.Judy’s mission is to educate and empower her clients with an all-inclusive financial plan that encourages and motivates them to pursue their lifetime financial goals and dreams.Learn More: https://judycarlson.com/Investment Adviser Representative of and advisory services offered through Royal Fund Management, LLC, an SEC Registered Adviser.The Inspired Impact Podcasthttps://businessinnovatorsradio.com/the-inspired-impact-podcast/Source: https://businessinnovatorsradio.com/the-inspired-impact-podcast-with-judy-carlson-interview-with-wendy-loloff-cooper-ceo-generation-schools-network