Chasing What Matters

Dr. Wes Saade is an accomplished speaker and writer on leadership and personal development. He believes in the power of connecting with people on a personal level in order to encourage them to pursue their own dreams as well as inspire them to work collectively to accomplish large visions as a team. Dr. Saade is a Certified Trainer with world-renowned leadership expert, Dr. John C. Maxwell. He is also a board certified family physician with clinics in the Fort Worth, Texas area.Wes MD Le...

Jimmy Dorrell is Co-founder and President Emeritus of Mission Waco Mission World. After graduating from seminary in 1978, he and his wife Janet traveled the world to work among the poor. They then planted roots in North Waco, where they began their call to incarnational ministry: to live among the poor and help bring “good news” through relationships and empowerment opportunities. Dorrell’s passion for the poor and mobilizing the middle-class to become involved in the lives of the poor became...

Dominique Glanville is the Owner & CEO of Heights Strategic Marketing, celebrating 5 years in business. They are based in Dallas-Ft Worth, with a hybrid virtual team in 2 other states. She's been married to Dan for thirteen years, and they have 3 very active kids, two boys ages 6 and 8 and a little 2-year-old girl. She's a Storybrand Certified Guide and marketing consultant. Heights Strategic Marketing Chasing What Matters Instagram

Our guest today is Sharon Birkman. As the daughter of company founder and influential industrial-organizational psychologist Dr. Roger W. Birkman, Sharon cultivated her deep expertise in human perception and organizational behavior through her lifelong interest in The Birkman Method.Sharon has been recognized with a multitude of awards, including EY’s Entrepreneur of the Year, the Women President’s Organization’s Mary Lehman MacLachlan Award, National Best and Brightest Places to Work For, an...

Jon Kidwell is the founder and leader of Leadwell, a leadership development company on a mission to equip and empower leaders so they can succeed at their life's mission. We support leaders and their organizations through coaching, training, team building, and speaking.During his tenure as VP of Innovation and Operations for a global nonprofit in Houston, TX he worked with companies such as Apple, Nike, MD Anderson Cancer Center, Pfizer, the University of Houston, and the YMCA of the USA.&nbs...

Our guest today is Mark Appel. Mark has a list of great accomplishments: - Stanford engineering grad- 2013 Astros #1 overall pick- 2015 MLB Futures Games- 2022 MLB Debut with Phillies- Current entrepreneurOn this episode we talk about the ups and downs of major league baseball, injuries and what the Lord is doing next in Mark's life. Bumpy Pickle Chasing What Matters Instagram

Our guest today is Blake Burleson – Dr. Burleson is an Associate Dean at Baylor University, an ordained minister and he teaches World Religion – along with a number of other classes at Baylor. Waco Trib Article Chasing What Matters Instagram

Ryan Krueger is the Founder of Freedom Day Solutions based in Houston, TX.Freedom Day SolutionsMailbox Money Podcast Chasing What Matters Instagram

Our guest today is Joe Fowler. Joe was raised in Wichita Falls, TX and graduated from Texas A&M University. He cofounded of Stress Engineering in 1972 and became President in 1984. In his 31 years as president, he oversaw the growth of Stress to a major consulting firm solving difficult technical problems for over 800 customers. Joe is passionate about helping young entrepreneurs and we are honored to have him on the show today. Harvest of Riches Chasing What Matters Instagram

Dr. Rickey Frierson has spent the last 15 years presenting internationally and domestically on issues of social justice, diversity and inclusion, and underrepresented student success within higher education. Dr. Frierson’s research interest focuses on institutional accountability and effectiveness in minority success and completion at predominantly white, public institutions. Rickey takes pride in assisting administrators, educators and institutions in examining proactive strategies to c...

The Honorable “Bill” Flores is an entrepreneur, business visionary, and public policy leader. In early 2021, he transitioned from public service to reengage in the private sector through board membership, as well as to invest more time with family and community activities. For 10 years, Congressman Flores served in the US House of Representatives from 2011 and 2021 – serving on a number of high-level committees.Bill currently serves as Independent Director and Vice-Chair of the Board of Direc...

Froswa’ Booker-Drew, Ph.D. is a Network Weaver who believes relationships are the key to our personal, professional, and organizational growth. She has been quoted/featured in Forbes, Ozy, Bustle, Huffington Post, Modern Luxury, and other media outlets, due to an extensive background in leadership, nonprofit management, philanthropy, partnership development, training, and education. She is the CEO of Soulstice Consultancy, LLC providing DEI, leadership training, community engagement...

Byron and Carla Weathersbee co-founded Legacy Family Ministries in 1995 and have authored several books and study guides. Each year they disciple couples who are engaged - as well as speak at various universities and churches. They have three grown children and two grandchildren.Legacy Family Ministries Chasing What Matters Instagram Chasing What Matters Instagram

Our guest today is Randy Drew. Randy Drew’s life reveals an entrepreneurial and competitive spirit with a head for solving problems and a heart for serving others.NASCAR SpeedparkChasing What Matters Instagram Chasing What Matters Instagram

In this episode, Jacob and Melissa are interviewed on the Abel Speaks - Life Upside Down podcast. This is part one of a two part episode. Life Upside Down PodcastChasing What Matters Instagram Chasing What Matters Instagram

Bill Hendricks is President of The Giftedness Center, which grew out of a consulting practice he founded in 1985. For the last twenty years, he has been helping people make critical life and career decisions based on their giftedness. He is the author or coauthor of twenty-two books and a number of other publications. In addition to his practice at The Giftedness Center, Bill serves as the Executive Director for Christian Leadership at The Hendricks Center at Dallas Theological...

Arshay Cooper is a Rower, Benjamin Franklin award-winning author, theprotagonist of the critically acclaimed film “A Most Beautiful Thing,” a Golden Oar recipient for his contributions to the sport of rowing, motivational speaker, and activist, particularly around issues of accessibility for low-income familiesArshay CooperChasing What Matters Instagram Chasing What Matters Instagram

Returning guest!! Our guest today is Sam Acho. Sam is an NFL player, writer, public speaker, and humanitarian. He speaks widely at colleges, events, conferences, and churches, and is the cohost of The Home Team Podcast. The founder and president of Athletes for Justice, he is a vice president of the NFL players association and a graduate of the University of Texas and the Thunderbird School of Global Management.Change Starts With YouLet The World See YouSam AchoChasing What Matters Instagram&...

Season 1 replay! Katherine & Jay Wolf are communicators and advocates. They leverage their redemptive story to encourage those with broken bodies, broken brains, and broken hearts. Engaging both faith-based and secular communities, they seek to bridge the gap between those disabled on the outside and those disabled on the inside with the hope that Jesus brings healing to the deepest pains we all carry. They currently reside in Atlanta with their two sons, James and John.Hope Heals Instagr...

Jimmy Needham is a singer/songwriter and speaker with more than seven studio albums. He serves as worship and teaching pastor at Stonegate Church in Midlothian, Texas. Jimmy and his wife Kelly have two daughters and three sonsJimmy NeedhamJimmy Needham Instagram Clearly PodcastChasing What Matters InstagramChasing What Matters Instagram