Friends from Wild Places

Irma Parone shares her journey from bestselling author to Florida Speakers Association president, offering valuable insights on decision-making and business success. She discusses her passion-driven approach to leadership, encouraging entrepreneurs to serve with heart while maintaining practical business sense. Irma Parone Tel: +1 954-464-6689 Website: ParoneGroup.com Email: irma@paronegroup.com L...

We explore the critical elements that make or break business teams and how proper people management directly impacts company success. Irma Parone Tel: +1 954-464-6689 Website: ParoneGroup.com Email: irma@paronegroup.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paronegroup/ • Most businesses seek help when they're already in crisis mode, realizing teams lack direction or purpose • Clear expectati...

Irma Parone, president of the Florida Speakers Association and strategic leadership consultant, shares how her family circumstances led her to leave corporate life and build a business that empowers organizations through alignment of people, processes, and performance. She reveals her leadership philosophy centered around creating environments where everyone understands the big picture and moves c...

Suicide prevention and supporting those left behind are critical yet often overlooked aspects of mental health care. Dr. Phil from Mental Health America of Southeast Florida shares his personal story and professional insights on helping suicide survivors heal and preventing further tragedies. Phil Bulone Tel: +1 813-601-1688 Website: https://www.philblmhc.com/ Email: pbulone3@gmail.com LinkedIn: h...

A heartfelt conversation with Dr. Phil as he shares his journey after losing his partner Nicole to suicide and how this tragedy led him to create healing through art therapy and community support. Phil Bulone Tel: +1 813-601-1688 Website: https://www.philblmhc.com/ Email: pbulone3@gmail.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/phil-bulone-phd-lmhc-atr-bc-8b860b7/ • Adventurous beginnings – Phil a...

Dr. Phil Bulone shares his remarkable journey from interior designer to licensed mental health counselor and art therapist, catalyzed by personal tragedy when his partner died by suicide on Christmas Eve 2019. Phil Bulone Tel: +1 813-601-1688 Website: https://www.philblmhc.com/ Email: pbulone3@gmail.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/phil-bulone-phd-lmhc-atr-bc-8b860b7/ • Licensed mental he...

Angeline Gillings introduces us to Tech Girl Power, a nonprofit organization focused on empowering underserved young women through technology education and mentorship opportunities. Angeline Gillings Tel: +1 305 972 7751 Website: www.ampgbusiness.com Email: angeline.gillings@gmail.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angelinegillings YouTube: https://youtube.com/angelinegillings • Tech Girl P...

Angeline shares her entrepreneurial journey from corporate security to becoming a "business archangel," supporting leaders and teams with passion and empathy while navigating the challenges of business ownership. Angeline Gillings Tel: +1 305 972 7751 Website: www.ampgbusiness.com Email: angeline.gillings@gmail.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angelinegillings YouTube: https://y...

Angeline Gillings shares her journey from corporate leadership to becoming a "Business Archangel" who helps professionals achieve meaningful success while maintaining personal fulfillment. Her decision to start her own business was inspired by a profound moment watching a bird on a thin branch, teaching her to trust her own capabilities rather than external support systems. Angeline Gill...

Marie shares the evolution of her health-focused business, from detox juices to meal prep services, and her vision of opening a wellness cafe that partners with like-minded health-conscious businesses. Marisabel Gonzalez Tel: +1 954-397-9588 Website: http://www.yes2detox.com/ Email: info@yes2detox.com Email: marisabelgonzalez@ymail.com • Started with detox juices and carefully expanded into meal p...

Mari shares her entrepreneurial journey from solving her own health problems to creating Yes2Detox, a business offering natural juices, smoothies, and gluten-free treats while maintaining her full-time job as an educator. Marisabel Gonzalez Tel: +1 954-397-9588 Website: http://www.yes2detox.com/ Email: info@yes2detox.com Email: marisabelgonzalez@ymail.com • Started making detox juices when commerc...

Marie Gonzalez shares her journey from frustrated detox customer to successful business owner, creating delicious juice blends that genuinely help people feel better. Her faith-guided path from Honduras to America led to a thriving family business that combines nutrition education with products people actually enjoy consuming. Marisabel Gonzalez Tel: +1 954-397-9588 Website: http://www.yes2detox.c...

Entrepreneurship is a non-linear journey filled with unexpected challenges and moments of doubt, but those who persevere develop resilience and expertise that can't be gained any other way. • Entrepreneurship is never straightforward—it involves cycles of feeling ready to give up before finding the strength to continue • Having mentors who can talk you "off the edge" during difficul...

Clay shares his remarkable journey of losing everything and rebuilding multiple successful businesses, revealing how facing your biggest fears can become your greatest source of resilience and confidence. • Building business resilience through adversity and learning to count on yourself • Clay's six interconnected businesses spanning networking, women's entrepreneurship, speaking, publis...

Clay Hicks shares his entrepreneurial journey from losing everything to creating the global H7 Network, a relationship-focused business networking platform operating in 22 countries worldwide. Through personal stories and strategic insights, Clay reveals how prioritizing relationships over immediate outcomes creates more predictable business success while addressing the unique challenges entrepren...

Damien shares the deeply personal story behind Coffee Foundation, a Swiss-based organization using coffee to spark meaningful conversations about mental health and fight against stigma, judgment, prejudice, shame, and isolation. • First social brand of its kind in Switzerland, having donated 15,000 Swiss francs to three suicide prevention charities • Created the first English telephone crisis line...

Damien shares his transformative journey from battling addiction and bipolar disorder to founding the Coffee Foundation, showing how embracing vulnerability became his path to purpose. His story reveals how our inner voices can either destroy or rebuild us, and why creating spaces for authentic mental health conversations saves lives. • Finding ourselves on the other side of the world with the sam...

Damien, founder of the Mental Health Association in Switzerland, shares his powerful journey from childhood trauma to mental health advocacy, revealing how his "inner echo" helped him survive and eventually thrive despite growing up in a violent environment. • Started the Mental Health Association to combat stigma around mental health issues in Switzerland • Grew up in Sydney surrounded...

Step into a world where personal tales meet unwavering advocacy in this engaging episode. We welcome our guest, a passionate self-employed advocate who bravely shares her journey through caring for her family, which includes children with mental health challenges. As she recounts the fluctuating dynamics of her life, listeners get a front-row seat to the thoughts and feelings associated with balan...

Lisa bravely shares her intimate story about trauma, healing, and the power of vulnerability. Her journey emphasizes the importance of breaking silence and confronting painful memories. • Exploring Lisa's childhood experience and its lasting impacts  • The role of therapy in her healing journey  • Discussing the struggles with family after sharing her truth  • Understanding the nuances of for...

In this deeply moving episode, we welcome Lisa Zarcone, an inspiring advocate and survivor of child abuse, to hear her incredible story of resilience and transformation. As she recounts her life experiences, Lisa discusses the challenges she faced as a child, overcoming trauma, and how she now dedicates her life to advocating for awareness around child safety and mental health. The conversation al...

This episode reflects the transformative power of saying no and establishing boundaries in both personal and professional spheres. We discuss entrepreneurship, the significance of collaboration, decision-making strategies, and highlight the nonprofit Do The Right Thing of Coconut Creek, emphasizing community engagement. Lisa Meade Romero Tel: +1 954-326-2309 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/l...

Lisa shares her transformative journey from educator to entrepreneur and police officer, emphasizing the importance of overcoming struggles to achieve personal growth. Through self-care practices and mentorship, she empowers listeners to embrace their unique paths and find their voices. Lisa Meade Romero Tel: +1 954-326-2309 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-meade-romero/ Website: LisaMea...

This episode delves into the transformative journey of Lisa Mead Romero, from police officer to beauty educator, emphasizing the importance of making conscious choices in our lives. The discussion navigates themes of empowerment, the impact of societal influences on personal decisions, and the connection between self-care and self-worth. Lisa Meade Romero Tel: +1 954-326-2309 LinkedIn: https://www...

This episode explores the transformative power of travel and self-discovery, as Charles shares his journey from corporate life to embracing a minimalist approach to happiness. We discuss the importance of reflecting on personal struggles, the value of meaningful experiences over material possessions, and the steps toward becoming an entrepreneur. Charles Achampong  Instagram: @aroundtheworldinfami...