The Inspired Impact Podcast

Marissa Harmon took office as Lone Tree’s 4th Mayor in May 2024. She is an entrepreneur, small business owner and the first elected official to own a brick-and-mortar business in the City of Lone Tree. Her decision to run for office originated from a deep desire to serve and maintain the quality of life for residents and businesses in our growing community. Mayor Harmon’s commitment to the communi...

Judy Jordan has dedicated over 40 years to transforming the field of education, with a focus on empowering students with disabilities and guiding educators to become their best selves. A proud graduate of the University of Oklahoma, where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Education, Judy continued her studies at the University of Houston – Victoria, earning a Diagnostician Certification, followe...

Jeanette Reynolds is a passionate advocate for inclusivity and community empowerment. Miles 4 Madison is a non-profit organization dedicated to building inclusive parks in communities and providing recreational opportunities for everyone. As Executive Director, Jeanette has been instrumental in creating impactful initiatives in her own community. Miles 4 Madison has grown into a thriving organizat...

Bonnie Dannels is the Founder/President of Paul’s Mystery Ship to End ALS, a nonprofit foundation. Bonnie created this foundation because her husband Paul of 45 years was diagnosed with ALS. He lost his battle after a short 13-month journey fighting this horrific disease. ALS is a fatal disease with no cure. Once diagnosed, there is no turning back. Paul and Bonnie have a large family of 3 childre...

Erin Botsford, CFP® is known as The Advisor Authority™ Erin spent 31 years in the financial services business and achieved the highest levels as Barron’s Top 100 in all categories – Independent, Advisor, and Women Advisor. She sold her business in 2017 in a very successful exit. Erin had a desire to give back to the industry to help advisors avoid the missteps she experienced. Today Erin is the cr...

Leigh Chandler was appointed as the Executive Director at the Lone Tree Arts Center (LTAC) in 2022, after serving as Artistic Director and Marketing Director. As Executive Director, Leigh oversees LTAC’s operations and guides the organization’s artistic vision, including Main Stage, Community Impact, and other specialized programming. Previously, Ms. Chandler served for eight years in a marketing...

Hello, my name is Tevia Reading, and I am the fourth oldest of 6 siblings. Fun fact, all our names begin with ‘T” – Tony, Tania, Tatum, Tabitha, Talia, Tevia, TJ and Tag. When I was eleven, I faced the unexpected loss of my father. This tragedy shook my world forcing me to adapt quickly to new realities. Losing a parent at a young age left a void that could never be filled, yet it forced me to dev...

A writer of faith by day and mystery by night, Patricia Raybon is a Christy Award-winning author and essayist who writes the Annalee Spain Mystery Series and authors devotional writing for Our Daily Bread. A newspaper journalist right out of the gate, Patricia turned to mystery fiction during the pandemic and hasn’t looked back. Her debut novel, “All That Is Secret,” won a Christy Award for First...

Lasinda and her husband Jimmy have three children – Connor, Niko and Brittany – and have resided in Highlands Ranch for the past 20 years. She built her family and her career around the restaurant industry. Lasinda served and managed at the Outback Steakhouse in Highlands Ranch. A true barista at heart, she was General Manager at the Park Meadows Nordstrom Ebar Artisan Coffee and Cherry Creek Peab...

Christine Nagelhout is a Chicago native who has lived in Colorado for over half of her life, a place she now calls home. She attended University of Northern Colorado for her BA in Kinesiology, minor in Biology and also obtained her certification as a Certified Athletic Trainer. She attended Northern Illinois University for her MS Ed, with emphasis in Sport Management. Her job experience is diverse...

Barb Lotze is Patient Navigator and Volunteer Coordinator at All Seasons Health, Director of Business Development at Comfort Keepers and co-founder and Executive Director of Cycling Without Age Littleton. She enjoys sharing all these missions and core values with the community in efforts to assist older adults to age in place with dignity. Giving presentations, coordinating events, leading exercis...

Amy Sherman is the Vice President of Public Affairs at Junior Achievement-Rocky Mountain. Junior Achievement-Rocky Mountain, Inc. (JA) is part of the world’s largest nonprofit dedicated to motivating kids for future career success, selfsufficiency, and financial acumen. Amy’s position executes a comprehensive public affairs strategy aligned with the organization’s mission and is working on legisla...

Since taking office as Centennial’s Mayor in 2018, Stephanie Piko has led the City with a focus on innovation, strategic growth and community engagement. With over a decade of public service experience, Mayor Piko has established herself as a dedicated leader committed to creating a vibrant, connected and sustainable City. During her first term, Mayor Piko was instrumental in developing Centennial...

Tamara (Tamie) Fennell has been working as a mental health advocate for two plus decades, in Virginia and in Colorado. As a past NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) Fairfax, Virginia Affiliate Board Member, a NAMI Virginia State Program Trainer and NAMI Colorado Douglas / Arapahoe County Program Facilitator, Tamie has led educational programs structured to help caregivers and family members...

Linda Watson is VP of Communications, PR, and Community Engagement at HCA HealthONE Sky Ridge, where she is responsible for public relations, strategic communications, legislative affairs and community outreach. Sky Ridge opened on August 20, 2003, and was named one of the best start-up hospitals in the country. Linda was a member of the original leadership team. Prior to joining this state-of-the...

As a business coach, speaker, author and community builder, Mary Gaul gets to live in her gifts, increasing the energy, joy and well-being of those around her. She is the owner of Success Magnified, a business coaching and consulting company focused on women Solopreneur and Small Businesses that are the lifeblood of our communities. Clients hire her to get focused, create simple strategies around...

Kelly O’Connor is a TEDx speaker and an award-winning elder care consultant and Legacy Life Coach. She has dedicated herself to improving the lives of those in their 70s, 80s, 90s and 100s. Her company provides concierge-level programs helping older adults find new meaning and purpose in their lives along with consulting services for families interested in supporting their loved one in the most ed...

Donna Scott is a third-generation Colorado Native who has lived in Douglas County, Colorado since 1997. She has had a diverse career, including business ownership and executive management positions in both the private non-profit and public sectors. Donna recently retired from her mediation practice, mediating various disputes, including high-conflict domestic cases and employment issues. Donna is...

Gina Schreck is an author, speaker, and owner of The Village Workspace. She is a wife and mother of 4, investor, and philanthropist. LinkedIn selected Gina as one of the top 24 B2B marketers to follow in 2021, and last year Fox News selected Gina as one of the top 4 Remarkable Women in Colorado. Gina left her corporate job in 1995 and never looked back. At the age of 60 she says she is just gettin...

Born and raised in Northwest Arkansas, Libby Crafton Swenson brings over 30 years of experience in public speaking, leadership, team building, and organizational strategy. She holds a BA in Health Sciences and Education from the University of Arkansas and is passionate about helping the next generation create a better and more just world. Libby has worked in over 15 countries, leading multiple tea...

Tami Holladay, a former counselor turned Life Transitions Coach, has dedicated her career to empowering women as they build confidence, navigate life’s challenges, overcome self-limiting beliefs, and claim their identity with purpose. Tami passionately walks alongside her clients, providing a judgment-free, confidential space that’s nurtured by grace and encouragement. With over two decades of exp...

June Everett, a Colorado native, is the Founder and President of Backpack Society. Her compassionate nature and dedication to helping others developed from a young age. Growing up in a low-income family in Rocky Ford, CO, she learned the importance of generosity and community support. Both of her parents also grew up in low-income households, and hearing about their struggles with food insecurity...

Stacy Ingram is a dedicated Mental Toughness coach specializing in empowering young athletes and performers to overcome the invisible barriers that often hinder their performance. With a focus on the mental side of the game, her programs are designed to equip athletes and performers with the cognitive tools and resilience needed for success both in sports/the arts and in everyday life. Programs ar...