Spotlight on the Community

Micah Ducharme, a 12-year old student, discusses the publication of his first book,  Adventures of Jerry the Pug: The Quest for the Secret Biscuit, An Egyptian Adventure . Micah is joined by his father, Joshua, who advised Micah on his literary journey. A bout Spotlight and Cloudcast Media   "Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast in the country, continuously hosted b...

Wyatt Hinshaw, Founder & CEO of FundaMental Health, chats about the organization's mission; the ways FundaMental Health differentiates itself from other mental healthcare companies; and his mental health journey. A bout Spotlight and Cloudcast Media   "Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast in the country, continuously hosted by Drew Schlosberg for 20 years.  "Spo...

Susanne Husby, President & CEO of Make-A-Wish San Diego, talks about the 5,000 wishes the organization has granted in San Diego since its inception. Husby is joined by Christine Reed, the organization's Director of Communications, to chat about the misconception that every child who receives a wish is at end-of-life. The volunteer-driven organization is putting a out a call for bilingual volun...

Scott Silber, Executive Director of the Allgire Foundation, discusses the Foundation's mission to support those living in affordable housing communities with "move-in kits" and care packages.  Silber chats about the Foundation's Spring Harvest packaging event. A bout Spotlight and Cloudcast Media   "Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast in the country, continuously h...

Motorcycle Accident Victim Recounts How Blood from San Diego Blood Bank Saved Her Life   Elizabeth Earley chats about her experience in nearly losing all of her blood in a horrific motorcycle accident and how blood in the ambulance from the San Diego Blood Bank saved her life, leading Earley to be a Blood Bank donor for life.  Earley is joined by Doug Morton, CEO of the San Diego Blood Bank, to ta...

Aaron Locks, CEO and Founder of the National Academy of Athletics, chats about transforming kids lives through the power of sports. Locks talks about the Academy's partnership with schools, and city recreation and youth sports leagues to help kids fall in love with playing sports.   A bout Spotlight and Cloudcast Media   "Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast in the...

Mark Daggett, Founder and Executive Director of Rally4Reilly & Friends, discusses the organization's mission and services, and its need to secure community partners to support those living with spinal cord injuries. A bout Spotlight and Cloudcast Media   "Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast in the country, continuously hosted by Drew Schlosberg for 20 years.  "...

Vivian Grifantini, Associate Director of Volunteer Programs for Meals on Wheels San Diego County, discusses the mission of Meals on Wheels; the organization's ongoing volunteer needs; the recent success of this year's Champions Week; and the upcoming "Rio Carnival: A Samba Soiree" Gala on April 20.   A bout Spotlight and Cloudcast Media   "Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running communi...

Jamie Flannery, Assistant Principal of Campus Life for The Academy of Our Lady of Peace, is joined by Nicole Rubio, a member of the OLP Senior Class of 2024, to talk about OLP's 10th Annual Women's Symposium and it's Be-YOU-ti-Ful Leadership Conference. A bout Spotlight and Cloudcast Media   "Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast in the country, continuously hosted b...

Neil O'Connell, Executive Director of the Mt. Soledad National Veterans Memorial, chats about the organization's 70th Anniversary celebration plans; its 3rd Annual Women's History Tribute and Brunch slated for Thursday, March 21; and the annual Memorial Day Ceremony set for Monday, May 27 A bout Spotlight and Cloudcast Media   "Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast i...

Brandon Joe, Co-Founder & CEO of Treasure Hacks, chats about his company's recent events, and how their success can be traced to the importance they put on building relationships. Joe talks about Treasure Hacks' recent events. A bout Spotlight and Cloudcast Media   "Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast in the country, continuously hosted by Drew Schlosberg for 2...

Chris Megison, President & CEO and Founder of Solutions for Change, discusses the organization's laser-beamed focus on solving the root causes of homelessness versus focusing on the symptoms of homelessness A bout Spotlight and Cloudcast Media   "Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast in the country, continuously hosted by Drew Schlosberg for 20 years.  "Spotlight...

Diana Agostini, Executive Director of the San Diego Italian Film Festival, talks about the Festival's monthly series; its 18th feStivale, slated for October; and its goal to take kids to the Giffoni Film Festival in Europe A bout Spotlight and Cloudcast Media   "Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast in the country, continuously hosted by Drew Schlosberg for 20 years....

Annie Avilez, a Social Innovation Specialist for the USD Jacobs Institute of Innovation in Education, and a law school candidate, chats about her single father's dedication to ensuring her academic and professional success. Eulogio Avilez  discusses his pride in his daughter's academic journey. A bout Spotlight and Cloudcast Media   "Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community pod...

Dr. Angela Bass, Assistant Superintendent of Learning and Leadership for the San Diego County Office of Education, talks about the importance of leadership training for school administrators and her passion for promoting equity in all aspects of educating students. A bout Spotlight and Cloudcast Media   "Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast in the country, continuou...

Dr. Kimberly White-Smith, Dean of the University of San Diego School of Leadership and Education Sciences (SOLES), talks about the myriad programs and services offered through SOLES's Institutes and Departments. A bout Spotlight and Cloudcast Media   "Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast in the country, continuously hosted by Drew Schlosberg for 20 years.  "Spotligh...

Eva Matthews, the new CEO of Mama's Kitchen, discusses her first month as the leader of one of San Diego's most revered nonprofits. Matthews chats about the mission of the organization; the number of medically tailored meals delivered monthly; and opportunities for engagement with Mama's Kitchen. A bout Spotlight and Cloudcast Media   "Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community p...

Jim Hurley, Treasurer of the Robert Frost Society, talks about the San Diego County Library's Sesquicentennial Celebration of Robert Frost's birth from March 20-24. Hurley chats about the renowned poets that will be participating in the celebration. A bout Spotlight and Cloudcast Media   "Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast in the country, continuously hosted by Dr...

Jamie Moraga, Founder and CEO of Franklin Revere, talks about her success in founding, running and selling a small business in the predominately male military/defense industry, and how her experiences have led her to advise small companies on how to develop growth strategies. Moraga is joined by her son Jack, a 3rd-grader, who discusses his love of reading, learning and Legos. A bout Spotlight and...

Barbara Bry, a longtime San Diego business and community leader, and Co-Chair of this Year's Girl Scouts "Cool Women Celebration," is joined by Michelle Mullen, Chief Mission Delivery Officer for Girl Scouts San Diego, and rising star Syra Walia, an Emerging Leader Girl Scout. The trio chat about the upcoming "Cool Women Celebration," that will be held on Thursday, March 21 at Hilton La Jolla Torr...

Kristian Perez-Franco, Exhibitions Senior Manager for Media Arts Center San Diego-- the producer of the annual Latino Film Festival -- talks about 31st Annual Festival that will be held from March 14-24. Perez-Franco is joined by Nicole Valencia, Director of Farewell , one of the Festival's featured films. A bout Spotlight and Cloudcast Media   "Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running c...

Kathy Sebuck, Founder & CEO of Marchitecture, chats about why personal alignment is important in business life; her Connected Balance platform; and using growth mindset tools to create growth opportunities. A bout Spotlight and Cloudcast Media   "Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast in the country, continuously hosted by Drew Schlosberg for 20 years.  "Spotlight...

Allie Sarnataro, Co-Founder and Executive Director of Riding Above Disability (RAD), and Claire McCreary, RAD's Volunteer Coordinator, discuss RAD's programs; its upcoming fundraising events on April 6 (Wine Pairing) and May 4 (Barn Dance); and its newly developed military program. A bout Spotlight and Cloudcast Media   "Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast in the c...

Shannon Ratliff, Board Vice President of SunCoast Market Co-Op, is joined by the Co-Op's Outreach Coordinator-- Yvette Beltran -- to talk about the Co-Op's mission; it's Imperial Beach location; and the impact it has on local communities. A bout Spotlight and Cloudcast Media   "Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast in the country, continuously hosted by Drew Schlosbe...

Is It Possible to Infuse Compassion in the Tech Industry? Compassionate Coding Founder Answers with a Resounding "YES!" April Wensel, Founder of Compassionate Coding, discusses the "secret sauce" of her company's success in showing tech companies that compassion matters to the bottom line. A bout Spotlight and Cloudcast Media   "Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast...