Coffee with Changemakers

Host Eric R. Hutchinson sits down with Kyle Knickerbocker, creative force behind The Connecticut Native to talk about his work as a US Merchant Mariner, his experience attending the impeachment hearings of the 45th President of the United States, the importance of being present for major moments in history, and the 5th Anniversary of The Connecticut Native.

Host Eric R. Hutchinson sits down with Thea Montañez, former Senior Advisor to Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont, and Senior Fellow for the Connecticut Project to talk about her upbringing in Hartford, her time as Hartford's Chief Operating Officer, becoming a first-generation college graduate, and the importance of servant leadership.

Host Eric R. Hutchinson sits down with Kevin Sullivan, AVP and Branch Manager for PeoplesBank in Hartford to discuss the importance of volunteerism, uplifting communities, and cool videogames.

Host Eric R. Hutchinson sits down with Lauren Zevetchin, Executive Director of HYPE, Hartford Young Professionals and Entrepreneurs, to discuss her lifelong love of books, the importance of shining a light on the work of others, and her passion for building a promising future for the next generation of professionals. HYPE Story and Soil

Host Eric R. Hutchinson sits down with Christian Heiden, Founder and Managing Director of LEVO International, about his global mission to combat food insecurity through hydroponic farming, education, and community development. LEVO International

Host Eric R. Hutchinson sits down with Amanda Perry, visual artist, podcast host, and CEO of the Greater Hartford Arts Council to discuss her lifelong dedication to equity in the arts, free expression, and lifting others. Greater Hartford Arts Council

Host Eric R. Hutchinson sits down with Ellie Doyle, influencer and creative force behind Reheated Coffee Club, a New England Lifestyle Blog with over 55,000 followers generating more than 7 million monthly hits. We learn about her podcast, Connecticut Unfiltered, growing up in Miami, her rise to social media acclaim, and how she uses her platform to help tell the story of great small businesses an...

Host Eric R. Hutchinson sits down with Katie McKinney, Director of Development and Community Relations for Horizons at Westminster School to discuss her career dedicated to equity in education, the importance of long-term educational support, and the incredible work being done at Horizons. Horizons at Westminster School

Host Eric R. Hutchinson sits down with Jeff Verney, the Troubadour of Happiness to discuss the power of positivity, using music to tell a story, the Jeff Verney Perpetual Happiness Tour, and his new book, "Bunnies to the Rescue." Bunnies to the Rescue Jeff Verney Perpetual Happiness Tour

Host Eric R. Hutchinson sits down with Rory Gale, the creative genius behind Hartford Prints to discuss hometown pride, the expansion of her Pratt Street, Hartford, CT location, the worldwide impression she makes with her shop at Bradley International Airport, and the importance of following your dreams! Hartford Prints Bloom Bake Shop Hartford Prints at Bradley Airport

Host Eric R. Hutchinson sits down with Jennifer Ganley, President & Founder of the AFMS Foundation to discuss her personal journey with Multiple Sclerosis, the unexpected financial burdens of living with MS, and how her Foundation has stepped in to help fill the gap. AFMS Foundation Loop Earplugs Polar Products

Host Eric R. Hutchinson sits down with Rob Beasley, Area Director of the United Negro College Fund of South Florida, to discuss his life of service, the power of relationships, and the importance of providing opportunity to our nation's youth.

Host Eric R. Hutchinson sits down with Jennifer Paradis, Executive Director of the Beth El Center to discuss homelessness in the United States and the work she and so many others are doing every day to solve the crisis and change the narrative. https://bethelcenterct.org/ https://homelessnesshousingproblem.com/ https://cceh.org/

Host Eric R. Hutchinson sits down with Yvonne Alston, Chief Culture Architect, CEO & Founder of Indelible Impressions Consulting, LLC to discuss leading with purpose, changing organizational culture, and eliminating limiting beliefs. https://indelible-consulting.com/

Host Eric R. Hutchinson sits down with Ben Dubow, Executive Director of Forge City Works to discuss his life in ministry, love of gathering through food, his career as a restaurateur, and Connecticut's first income-based grocery store. https://www.firebyforge.com/ https://www.groceryonbroad.com/ https://www.forgecityworks.org/

Host Eric R. Hutchinson sits down with Rachel Lenda, Director of Tourism for the State of Connecticut to discuss her life of service, the true meaning of placemaking, and all the hidden gems that make Connecticut great! Learn more about Connecticut Tourism at: https://ctvisit.com/

Host Eric R. Hutchinson sits down with Scott Sullivan to talk about a career driven by passion, his personal mission to make a difference in the world, and his work with Healing Meals providing food for those in need.

Host Eric R. Hutchinson sits down with Rob the Drummer Gottfried to discuss Rob's career as a world-renowned musician and international ambassador for children.