In this episode of the Hart & Hustle Podcast, Edward Hershey shares his powerful journey from Navy chef and restaurant owner to leading one of California’s largest disability organizations. Now CEO of Home of Guiding Hands, Edward breaks down what it means to lead with heart, why “no margin, no mission” is more than a slogan, and how AI and innovation are shaping the future of nonprofit care. With lessons from Father Joe to firsthand experiences as a parent of a child with a disability, this conversation is packed with purpose, leadership, and legacy. If you serve others, start here.

In this transformative episode of the Hart & Hustle Podcast, former judge Shaun R. Floerke shares why he left the courtroom to invest in people, not punishment. Now leading the Duluth Superior Area Community Foundation (soon to be Boreal Waters Community Foundation), Shaun opens up about reframing leadership, building legacy through local investments, and how nature shaped his mindset. From justice reform to AI integration and redefining philanthropy, Shaun challenges leaders to slow down, lead with purpose, and plant seeds for change they may never see bloom. If you're building impact beyond titles, this episode is for you.

In this episode of the Hart & Hustle Podcast, Norton Rainey, CEO of ACE Scholarships, unpacks how his organization has awarded over 100,000 scholarships to underserved students across 12 states—and why that’s just the beginning. Norton shares powerful stories, personal motivation, and how ACE is leveraging AI and policy to expand educational access nationwide. From fighting through early political resistance to transforming lives with school choice, this conversation is a masterclass in impact-driven leadership. If you care about education reform, generational change, and making a real difference, this episode is required listening.

In this powerful episode of the Hart & Hustle Podcast, Mayor Marty Small shares how he went from playing basketball in Atlantic City to leading it as a two-term mayor. With a record of seven elections in two years, $3 million in scholarships, a $5.8M investment in citywide AI, and a relentless commitment to second chances, Mayor Small breaks down how grit, faith, and community-first leadership can transform a city. From overcoming adversity to implementing real-time crime tech, this episode is packed with strategy, inspiration, and truth. If you care about purpose-driven leadership, this one’s for you.

In this episode of the Hart & Hustle Podcast, Megan Carlson shares how she’s transforming the nonprofit landscape through her work at Pair Team. From cancer care navigation to health tech innovation, Megan dives into how for-profit startups can drive real impact for underserved communities. Learn how Pair Team is using AI, local partnerships, and purpose-driven leadership to help nonprofits survive funding freezes, scale services, and deliver whole-person care. If you're passionate about health equity, nonprofit sustainability, or using tech for good—this is the conversation you need to hear.

In this episode of the Hart & Hustle Podcast, Ketty Hsieh shares her courageous leap from corporate finance into mission-driven leadership as CEO of Kin On. Discover how she’s reshaping senior care by blending culturally rooted services, language accessibility, and AI-driven operations to serve Asian elders with dignity. Ketty unpacks the challenges of navigating regulated healthcare, what makes Kin On unique, and why culturally competent care is the future. If you're a leader seeking purpose-driven work or exploring innovation in aging care, this episode will leave you inspired to act.

In this powerful Hart & Hustle Podcast episode, Dr. James Campbell shares his journey from East Oakland to executive leadership—trading paychecks for purpose. Discover how one question shifted his entire life trajectory, why he walked away from the restaurant industry, and how he's now building one of Massachusetts’ most impactful disability support nonprofits. Dr. Campbell dives into fatherhood, legacy, systemic challenges in nonprofit leadership, and why AI and authenticity matter in today’s mission-driven work. If you're ready to lead with heart and purpose, this is the episode for you.