Chasing What Matters

Episode 20! Our guest today is Mario Zandstra. Mario is the President and CEO of Family Legacy,  a ministry that educates and disciples 14,000 Zambian students at 24 schools in Lusaka, Zambia. Mario was formerly the President of East-West Ministries International and the President and CEO of Pine Cove Christian Camps. Mario also spent 18 years in the commercial real estate business. Mario is a gra...

Today's guest is Paige Robinson! Paige is the Founder and CEO of Will Reed, a talent advisory firm specializing in technology sales hiring. She is passionate about helping salespeople recognize their vocational calling and enjoys working on that daily at Will Reed. Prior to Will Reed, Paige worked at Alvarez & Marsal, where she assisted her clients with complex business problems, focusing...

Episode 18! Daniel and Kelly Crawford are the co-founders of Abel Speaks, which exists to support families who have chosen to carry a child with a life-limiting diagnosis. The vision of Abel Speaks is that every family they serve will cherish their child’s life and have hope in the midst of sorrow. The Crawfords reside in Dallas, Texas and love to write & speak on the ways that God can and doe...

Today's guest is Brett Rodgers. Brett was raised in Temple, Texas and then attended Texas A&M University.  He graduated in 1988 with a degree in Education.  Later Brett earned a Masters of Education from Azusa Pacific University. During those years Brett Coached basketball at Westmont College. Then in 1996, Brett became the Area Director in San Antonio, Texas for Young Life.  In 2004, Bre...

On episode 16 we sit down and talk to a real life hero, Col. Stephen Ruth, about leadership in the Armed Forces. Col. Ruth is a graduate of Texas A&M University and has served in the Army since his graduation. He is a decorated serviceman that has served in Bosnia, Afghanistan and Iraq. He is married to his wife, Bettina and they have 3 children Stephen Jr., Sterling and Sahara. He currently l...

A native Houstonian, Donnie Carr first began his career at Christian Brothers Automotive over fifteen years ago, working as a Service Writer. This experience gave him the necessary first-hand experience of serving customers with compassion and excellence. Donnie then joined the small but mighty Christian Brothers Automotive Home Office team. With only 12 members, he was able to engage with all pil...

Today's guest is Justin Giboney. Justin is an attorney and political strategist in Atlanta, GA. He is also the Co-Founder and President of the AND Campaign, which is a coalition of urban Christians who are determined to address the sociopolitical arena with the compassion and conviction of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Mr. Giboney has managed successful campaigns for elected officials in the st...

Today's guest is Robbie Seay. Robbie lives in Houston, TX with his wife of 21 years, Elizabeth, and their 5 children.  He is widely known for his songwriting, worship leading and recording music, which still play a big role in his life & ministry. His most recent album “Psalms LP” is available wherever you listen to digital music. Robbie also serves as Director of Liturgy and Development...

In this weeks episode we talk with Taylor Ellerbrock. Taylor is the co-founder and Executive Director of The BEE Community, a nonprofit business in College Station, TX. After spending several years teaching special education in the public school system, Taylor started to see the reality of life after high school for her students. Learning that up to 80% of adults with intellectual and developmenta...

Today's guest is Lyle Wells. Lyle is the President of Integrus Leadership, a published author, sought after speaker and valued advisor to leaders in ministry, education, corporations, athletic teams, and non-profit organizations. In addition to leading for many years in higher education, Lyle’s ministry experience includes serving as a Senior Pastor and church planter, as well as serving as E...

Matt & Ginny Mooney founded 99 Balloons , an organization working with persons experiencing disability. 99 Balloons refers to what was released at the funeral of their first son, Eliot Mooney- each balloon representing a day he spent on this earth. Among the many gifts Eliot brought his parents, was a passion to help persons with disabilities and their families. They desire to change the story...

Today's guest is Dr. Emerson Eggerichs. Dr. Eggerichs is an internationally known public speaker on the topic of marriage, parenting, communication and more. Dr. Eggerichs has authored 12 books, including the New York Times bestseller Love and Respect, which is a Platinum and Book of the Year award winner, selling over 2 million copies. He is also the Founder and President of Love and Respect...

In today's episode, we sit down with Mother/Daughter combo, Yvonne Streit and Vivian Shudde. Yvonne is the mother of a special needs daughter and is the Founder of the Briarwood School and the Brookwood Community, a living community for adults with Special Needs. Her daughter, Vivian, who has a special needs son of her own, is now the CEO of Brookwood. Enjoy this episode as these two ladies t...

Episode 7! This week as we reflect back on the 19th anniversary of 9/11, we sit down with Dr. Nathan Harness who had first hand experience in Tower 2 on that day. You will not want to miss this interview! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chasingwhatmatterspodcast/ Website: https://www.cwmpodcast.com/ Chasing What Matters Instagram  

In today's episode, we talk with Alex Carroll. We learn how Alex's growing business came to an abrupt halt in a matter of a few hours once COVID hit. He shares how he and his wife pivoted to create a new growing business, Stand Up Stations , using the resources they had on hand. Purchase: Stand Up Stations Follow us on Instagram: www. Instagram.com/ChasingWhatMattersPodcast/ Check out ou...

In today's episode we talk with Justin Miller, Co-Founder and CEO of CARE for AIDS . We hear about how he and two others started this organization from the ground up and how they are impacting the lives of individuals in East Africa that have been effected by the HIV/AIDS crisis.  Purchase: Beyond Blood Follow us on Instagram: www. Instagram.com/ChasingWhatMattersPodcast/ Check out our websit...

If you are wondering where the title “Chasing What Matters” comes from you will get to hear that story on today’s episode. We are fortunate enough to sit down with Pastor Richard Smith from Hope Point Church in Spartanburg, SC to hear the origin of the name, “Chasing What Matters.” Purchase: Chasing What Matters Follow us on Instagram: www. Instagram.com/ChasingWhatMattersPodcast/ Check out our we...

Welcome to our podcast, Chasing What Matters!  In the first part of this 2-part interview, turnaround expert and author Greg Brenneman talks about his faith and his career of working with leading organizations like Home Depot, Burger King, and Continental Airlines.  Thank you for joining us. Purchase: Right Away & All At Once Follow us on Instagram: www. Instagram.com/ChasingWhatMattersPodcast...

Welcome to our podcast, Chasing What Matters!  In the second part of this 2-part interview, turnaround expert and author Greg Brenneman talks about his faith and his career of working with leading organizations like Home Depot, Burger King, and Continental Airlines.  Thank you for joining us.  Purchase: Right Away & All At Once Follow us on Instagram: www. Instagram.com/ChasingWhatMattersPodca...

Welcome to our podcast, Chasing What Matters! In this first episode, we take a few minutes to tell you a little about who we are and what our background is. Then we give you a run-down of what will be on this upcoming season of the show! Thank you for listening and don’t forget to subscribe!   Follow us on Instagram: www. Instagram.com/ChasingWhatMattersPodcast/   Check out our website: www.cwmpod...

Chasing What Matters Podcast Each episode Glenn and Jacob Robinson (father and son) will bring you interviews with industry shaping leaders from all walks of life to discuss their leadership principles and how that mixes with their faith. You will hear the stories of success and failures from individuals in hopes that it will help you write your own story. From politics and healthcare to non-profi...