Anchoring Hope Ministries

In this episode of Anchoring Hope , we sit down with Adam David Lynd—real estate CEO, servant leader, and man of faith. From leading The Lynd Company’s 20,000+ apartment portfolio to navigating the challenges of family business, Adam shares how his faith in Jesus has guided him through success, brokenness, and ultimate surrender. His testimony includes a powerful story of crying out to God at rock...

In this episode of Anchoring Hope, Deepak Shrivastava, AI innovator and co-founder, joins David Mansilla to explore the intersection of faith, leadership, and technology. From building AI that serves people to understanding the eternal value of the soul, this conversation shows how Christ-centered leadership can guide us through the digital age. Discover how free will, faith, and the pursuit of kn...

Michael Battaglia, President & CEO of Blink Charging, shares his powerful journey of faith, leadership, and resilience. From his unexpected encounter with Christ through Young Life, to leading in the fast-changing EV industry, Michael reveals how prayer, gratitude, and surrender anchor him through life’s challenges. In this Christ-centered conversation, Michael opens up about: * How God used d...

In this inspiring episode, Todd Thurston shares his journey of faith, leadership, and resilience. Married for 37 years and father of seven, Todd is a visionary Learning and Development leader who has transformed organizations, built thriving workplace cultures, and mentored countless leaders. But behind the business success lies a powerful testimony—walking through loss, leaning on Christ, and lea...

Caring for the Aging, Guided by Christ: The Mission of Christina Hill Are you ready to be inspired by a story of courage, faith, and servant leadership? In this episode, we sit down with Christina Hill, new owner of Amada Senior Care in Overland Park, Kansas, who turned her lifelong caregiving experience into a Christ-centered business mission. From leaving the security of corporate America to ans...

In this episode of the Anchoring Hope Podcast , host David Mansilla sits down with Dr. April Ruiz , Founding CEO of Mosaic Masterminds and a leader with over 22 years of experience in education, engineering, city government, nonprofit philanthropy, and business. Dr. Ruiz shares her journey of faith, resilience, and leadership—from overcoming life-threatening illness to building an international ed...

In this inspiring episode of the Anchoring Hope Podcast with host David Mansilla, we sit down with Gary Wilson—a faith-driven real estate expert whose 39-year career has impacted thousands of lives. Gary has completed over 100 transactions annually without a sales team or marketing costs, traded more than 5,000 properties in under five years, and built five holding companies with over 250 rental u...

Welcome to another episode of the Anchoring Hope Podcast with your host, David Mansilla . In this powerful conversation, we sit down with Jim Arnold , a fourth-generation business leader from Texas, whose walk with Christ has guided his life and leadership. From building a 40-location enterprise to navigating seasons of spiritual drift and restoration, Jim shares his raw, honest testimony of faith...

In this powerful episode of the Anchoring Hope Podcast , host David Mansilla sits down with Chris Loehr , a seasoned Technology Executive, devoted husband and father of five, who grew up professionally in financial services. Chris shares his honest and raw journey from chasing corporate success to discovering his true identity in Christ. After reaching the top of the ladder and still feeling empty...

Adrienne Heidema, President & CEO of Consumers Concrete Corporation, joins David Mansilla to share how she leads a fourth-generation, family-owned company with a foundation built on Christ. From her 20-year career in banking to stepping into leadership just before the pandemic, Adrienne’s journey is a powerful testimony of surrender, trust, and servant leadership. In this episode, she shares h...

How do you lead with purpose in a world that often forgets the most vulnerable? In this moving episode of Anchoring Hope, host David Mansilla sits down with Mark Mullahy—a senior living CEO, mentor, and prison ministry leader—whose career and calling are deeply rooted in Christ. With over 30 years in the senior care industry, Mark shares how faith shapes his leadership, how ministry extends into b...

In this powerful episode of Anchoring Hope, host David Mansilla speaks with Stephanie Olson—speaker, author, and CEO of The Set Me Free Project®—about how her faith fuels her leadership in the fight against human trafficking. Stephanie shares her personal story of overcoming trauma, addiction, and abuse through the healing power of Jesus Christ. Now a nationally recognized leader in prevention edu...

In this powerful episode, Gary Price shares his extraordinary journey—from working on nuclear missile systems to building a successful cabinetry business, then losing nearly everything through betrayal… only to discover a miracle inheritance buried in the oil fields of North Dakota. This conversation is raw, faith-filled, and Christ-centered. It’s a reminder that even in our lowest moments, God is...

In this episode of Anchoring Hope, host David Mansilla sits down with Chris, a Certified Financial Planner® with over 38 years of experience, who now leads NextPoint Solutions—a firm dedicated to empowering financial professionals with advanced life insurance strategies and faith-rooted innovation. Chris shares his inspiring journey of transitioning from building a successful financial practice to...

In this powerful episode of Anchoring Hope , host David Mansilla sits down with Bob Rodgers , President and CEO of Street Grace —a Christ-centered organization on a mission to end the commercial sexual exploitation of children. Bob shares his incredible journey of faith, leadership, and redemption—from corporate executive to passionate advocate against human trafficking. Discover how a divine disr...

After two decades in pastoral ministry, Dana Dunmyer followed a divine prompting that led him from hardship—including homelessness—to building TQI Solutions, a global tech firm, and launching Convene, a Christ-centered platform empowering Christian businesses, nonprofits, and churches. In this powerful episode of the Anchoring Hope Podcast, Dana shares how God used every chapter of his story to pr...

In this powerful episode of Anchoring Hope, host David Mansilla sits down with Dr. Philip Dickison, CEO of the National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN), to explore how Christ-centered leadership transforms lives—from the battlefield to the boardroom. Dr. Dickison shares his inspiring journey: serving as a combat medic, overcoming personal heartbreak, and being led by God into a global l...

In this powerful episode of Anchoring Hope, we sit down with Andy McCain, President and CEO of Hensley Beverage Company—a major beer and beverage distributor in Arizona and New Mexico. Andy shares how his faith in Jesus Christ shaped his journey from banker to beverage industry leader, the divine redirection that brought him into the family business, and the daily challenge of leading with humilit...

In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Christian J. Agulles , President and CEO of PAE, a leader in sustainable engineering and Christ-centered leadership. With over 30 years of experience, Christian shares how his deep Catholic faith and commitment to environmental stewardship guide his mission to design net-zero, regenerative buildings that serve people and planet alike. Learn how he integr...

In this powerful and faith-filled episode, we sit down with Eddie Bright Jr., Global CEO of ApTask Global Workforce Solutions—one of the nation's leading black-owned and veteran-certified staffing firms with offices around the world. Eddie shares his incredible journey from Marine Corps officer to ministry leader to marketplace pioneer, showing how faith in Jesus Christ continues to anchor his lea...

What happens when a successful pastor leaves everything behind to obey God—only to end up homeless with his family? In this powerful, faith-filled episode, Dana Dunmyer shares how radical obedience to the voice of the Holy Spirit led him from the pulpit to building a global tech enterprise impacting over 110 nations. Through valleys of uncertainty, spiritual testing, and incredible favor, Dana’s s...

In this inspiring episode of Anchoring Hope, we sit down with Jennifer Barnes, powerhouse CEO and founder of Optima Office, whose story is a testament to grace, grit, and God’s unwavering hand. From building a multimillion-dollar business to being ousted by her own partners—and rising again in just three days—Jennifer’s journey is one of redemption, resilience, and purpose. Rooted in Biblical valu...

In this powerful episode of the Anchoring Hope Podcast , we sit down with Peter Waddup , Chief Executive Officer of The Leprosy Mission UK , as he shares his deeply personal journey from corporate life to Christ-centered mission work. Peter has been involved with The Leprosy Mission since 2008—first as a volunteer for nine years, and now as CEO since 2017. After encountering the harsh realities of...

🌟 Anchored in Faith | Olalah Njenga on Christ-Centered Leadership & Purpose-Driven Business 🌟 In this powerful episode of Anchoring Hope , we sit down with Olalah Njenga —a nationally recognized strategist, advocate, and thought leader known as "the visionary’s visioneer." As the CEO and Chief Strategist of YellowWood Group, Olalah has empowered leaders across four continents and fifteen ind...

Faithful Leadership Anchored in Christ 🙌 In this powerful episode of the Anchoring Hope Podcast, host David Mansilla sits down with Donald J. Mullin, CEO of The Arc of Rensselaer County, for a heartfelt conversation about faith, leadership, and living a life anchored in Christ. With over 28 years of experience in nonprofit service, Don has dedicated his life to advocating for individuals with int...