Landmark Difference Makers

Landmark Difference Makers Interview Series: Reza Marvasti – The Power of Play We welcome Reza Marvasti, a former extreme‑sports athlete turned social entrepreneur, who founded The Power of Play to bring sustainable, joy‑filled playgrounds to children in underserved communities around the world. What began as a personal mission following a near‑death experience has grown into an NGO impacting tens...

Landmark Difference Makers: Laughlin Artz – 2030 or Bust: Rallying Global Climate Action We’re honored to have Laughlin Artz, climate activist and founder of 2030 or Bust, whose latest international campaign, World on Wheels , is mobilizing communities around the globe to take bold, people-powered climate action. From the streets of Kumasi to Manila, Laughlin is activating a movement on wheels — s...

Landmark Difference Makers Interview Series: Ng’ethe Githinji – Transforming East Africa We’re joined by Ng’ethe Githinji, the Centre Manager and Source Person for Landmark Kenya. At the helm of Landmark’s operations in Nairobi, Ng’ethe is not just coordinating programs—he’s cultivating a movement. With a deep commitment to possibility and empowerment, he’s supporting thousands of people in Kenya...

Landmark Difference Makers Interview Series: Scott Bunn - Tree House Trade School We’re honored to interview Scott Allen Bunn, the founder and visionary behind Treehouse Trade School , a regenerative education initiative empowering people through hands‑on training in construction, permaculture, sustainable living, and entrepreneurship. Scott brings over 25 years of experience in residential buildi...

Landmark Difference Makers Interview Series: Dr. Seth D. King – Educating for Peace We're honored to interview Seth D. King—teacher, writer, minister, and educational innovator—who has dedicated his career to helping students and communities thrive through technology, character development, and peace‑building. With over 20 years in the classroom, he teaches AP Computer Science, English, and le...

Landmark Difference Makers Interview Series: Godfrey Sangu – Creating New Futures In Kakuma Refugee Camp We welcome Godfrey Sangu—a social changemaker, community educator, researcher, and digital communicator living and working in Kakuma Refugee Camp in northwest Kenya. Kakuma, established in 1992 and now one of the largest refugee-hosting settlements in the world with hundreds of thousands of dis...

Landmark Difference Makers Interview Series: Marci Willems - A Conversation for the Difference You Make We’re honored to sit down with Marci Willems, Executive of Landmark’s Wisdom Course Area , to explore a powerful new offering: Conversation for the Difference You Make . Rooted in the spirit of the Wisdom community, this one-hour, one-to-one experience invites participants to discover something...

Landmark Difference Makers Interview Series: Gashaw Tahir – Planting Trees and Changing Lives We welcome Gashaw Tahir, founder and CEO of the Greenland Development Foundation (GDF) —a leader in reforestation, food security, and environmental justice in Ethiopia and beyond. Recognized as the “ Father of the Green Movement ” in Ethiopia, Gashaw has overseen the planting of over a million trees, enga...

Landmark Difference Makers Interview Series: Angelika Schlauß – Reuniting Families. Restoring Hope. Join us for an interview with German entrepreneur and humanitarian Angelika Schlauß (Landmark graduate since 2001, former staff member and SELP leader), who was shaped by her mother’s experience as a war-child in wartime Germany and whose lifelong commitment to peace became profoundly urgent when th...

Landmark Difference Makers Interview Series: Craig Hacche - Empowering African Leaders We’re honored to interview Craig Hacche, founder and executive director of Answer Africa —an organization committed to equipping and empowering young African leaders to address the continent’s most urgent challenges. With a background in international development, Craig brings a bold and personal commitment to c...

Landmark Difference Makers Interview Series: Antonia Hieronymus – Creating Another Way to Go In Prison We’re honored to interview Antonia Hieronymus, the Chairman of the Board of Another Way to Go , a powerful non-profit organization created and led by Landmark graduates, committed to transforming the lives of incarcerated individuals and those reentering society. Through coaching, transformationa...

Landmark Difference Makers Interview Series: Brian and Mariana Steelsmith – United Rocks We’re honored to speak with Brian and Mariana Steelsmith, founders of United Rocks —a nonprofit that’s redefining inclusion, confidence, and community through the unlikely vehicle of indoor rock climbing. What began as a way to support their son Jake has grown into a nationwide movement that empowers individua...

Landmark Difference Makers Interview Series: Stan Ghys – Making Things Right for Homeless Women in Australia We’re honored to interview Stan Ghys, a Landmark graduate based in Sydney, who recently applied the principles of the Self-Expression and Leadership Program (SELP) to launch a powerful community initiative. Drawing on the creativity, collaboration, and bold action that SELP fosters, Stan br...

Landmark Difference Makers Interview Series: Michael Houlihan – Facing Adversity with Gratitude What if the biggest challenges of your life could become your greatest sources of gratitude? Mike Houlihan is a living example of resilience, authenticity, and contribution. E. Michael Houlihan grew up on a Missouri farm, learning early the values of hard work, integrity, and caring for others. Over the...

Landmark Difference Makers Interview Series: Julianne Taylor – Redefining What’s Possible at Any Age Julianne Taylor is on a mission to help people not just live longer—but live stronger, healthier, and more vibrant lives well into their later years. A registered nutritionist, powerlifter, and PhD researcher, Julianne is challenging outdated beliefs about aging and showing that strength and vitali...

Landmark Difference Makers Interview: Greg Roth – We Ride Why Greg Roth is a lifelong storyteller and creative force behind We Ride Why —a powerful multimedia venture merging cycling, music, and documentary filmmaking to heal, connect, and inspire. As the founder of Seattle Music Insider and now Director & Executive Producer of the upcoming docuseries We Ride Why, Greg channels his passion for...

Landmark Difference Makers Interview Series: Keresey Pearl – Blueprint for Impact We’re honored to have Keresey Pearl, an award-winning filmmaker, cinematographer, and seasoned fundraiser, whose passion lies in crafting compelling visual narratives that drive real-world change. As Co‑Founder of Blueprint for Impact , she collaborates with multidisciplinary leaders to catalyze regenerative solution...

Landmark Difference Makers Interview Series: Tiffany Smith – Founder of Your Future Stakeholders (YFS) and The Angel Moms CollectiveWe’re honored to have Tiffany Smith, founder of the non-profit Your Future Stakeholders (YFS) and the Angel Moms Collective .​After the heartbreaking loss of her 15-year-old son to gun violence, Tiffany channeled her grief into action, creating spaces for healing, emp...

AJ Lovewins is a filmmaker, activist, and founder of Our People Rise , a nonprofit dedicated to empowering underrepresented communities through storytelling and transformational education. After overcoming homelessness and addiction, AJ has devoted his life to sharing stories of resilience and recovery, inspiring hope and demonstrating the power of human transformation. Through his docuseries Our...

AJ Lovewins is a filmmaker, activist, and founder of Our People Rise , a nonprofit dedicated to empowering underrepresented communities through storytelling and transformational education. After overcoming homelessness and addiction, AJ has devoted his life to sharing stories of resilience and recovery, inspiring hope and demonstrating the power of human transformation. Through his docuseries Our...

Jack Licata is a former U.S. Air Force Captain and the innovative founder of BagUps a social enterprise company that makes eco-friendly trash bag solutions while providing employment opportunities for veterans and individuals with disabilities. In this interview we will follow Jack’s journey from military service to entrepreneurship, and delve into how his experiences shaped his dedication to envi...

Randy McNamara is a retired Landmark Forum Leader who has spent decades empowering people to live lives of possibility. Now, in his retirement, Randy is once again choosing to stand for others by dedicating himself to impacting climate change. Randy’s mission is to empower and enable people, organizations, and governments to produce miraculous results that ensure a thriving, livable planet. He coa...

Carolyn Cannistraro has been living with multiple sclerosis for over two decades. Despite the hurdles, Carolyn has completed multiple marathons and is an active member of the “ Run A Myelin My Shoes ” team. Her inspiring journey has been featured in Women’s Running, MS News Today, the Richmond Times-Dispatch, and she has shared her story in television interviews, including one in April 2020. Carol...

Stefan Deutsch is the founder of Global Human Development, a non-profit dedicated to advancing mental and emotional well-being through education and research. For over 30 years, Stefan has explored the power of unconditional love as essential nourishment for human growth. His work supports individuals, families, and organizations in fostering healthier relationships, reducing stress, and enhancing...

Barry Terry is a retired Landmark Forum Leader who has spent decades empowering people to live lives of possibility. Now, facing his own profound challenge—a diagnosis of stage 3 pancreatic cancer—Barry is once again choosing to stand for others. Instead of retreating, Barry has launched a bold campaign to raise $2 million for Teen Cancer America, an organization dedicated to supporting adolescent...