Something Extra

A Journey of Surrender w/ Brandon Bettis

Explore the powerful story of Brandon Bettis, Director of Client Enrichment at EPIC Holistic Partners, who transitioned from the "Valley of Death" in Afghanistan to a high-stakes career in financial services. Despite reaching the summit of professional success and personal stability, Brandon reveals the hidden struggle of wearing a mask while battling deep internal hopelessness. He shares the pivotal moment in the Ohio wilderness where he traded his self-reliance for a life of surrender, offering profound insights into the humility and resilience required to lead with true impact. Guest Links: * Brandon’s LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandon-bettis/] * EPIC Holistic Partners [https://www.epicholisticpartners.com/] * Mighty Oaks [https://www.mightyoaksprograms.org/] Credits: Host: Lisa Nichols, Executive Producer: Jenny Heal, Marketing Support: Landon Burke and Joe Szynkowski, Podcast Engineer: Portside Media

Returning to Episode 10: Honoring Bob Chapman: The Extraordinary Power of Treating Your People Like Family

In this special tribute episode, we honor the life and legacy of Bob Chapman, former CEO and Chairman of Barry-Wehmiller, following his recent passing. Bob shares the defining experiences that shaped his belief that “everybody matters,” from his upbringing in Ferguson to reconnecting with his father. This episode reflects his commitment to building people-first cultures and redefining what leadership should look like. Listeners will walk away with a renewed perspective on empathy, responsibility, and leading with care. Guest Links: * Barry-Wehmiller [https://www.barrywehmiller.com/] * Chapman & Co. Leadership Institute [https://www.ccoleadership.com/] * Everybody Matters Podcast [https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/everybody-matters/id992577373?mt=2]

Redefining Worth Beyond the Applause w/ Rachael Lampa

Award-winning recording artist and songwriter, Rachael Lampa, opens up about the pivotal moment she walked away from a massive music career at age 20 to find her own voice. After years of living on autopilot, she discovered that true identity is not found in metrics or accolades but in the quiet rhythms of serving others through Nashville's homeless community and women's prison ministries. This episode explores how her son Leo has taught her to embrace the superpower of connection over the constant hurry of life. Listeners will learn how to transition from a mindset of perfection to one of harmony while guarding their intrinsic worth as a child of God. Guest Links: * RachaelLampaMusic [https://rachaellampamusic.com/] * "Perfectly Loved" [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WfUkEgG5rEk] * "Superpowers" [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xbL-H_2cUsM] Credits: Host: Lisa Nichols, Executive Producer: Jenny Heal, Marketing Support: Landon Burke and Joe Szynkowski, Podcast Engineer: Portside Media

Navigating the Future of Philanthropy w/ Betsy Cohen

Explore the transformative power of "wisdom work" with Betsy Cohen, a Philanthropic Futurist at the consultancy Future Good. After a 33 year career at Nestle Purina and over a decade spent building the St. Louis Mosaic Project, Betsy reveals how leaders can transition from achievement-driven success to a legacy of purpose and community connection. This episode dives into the evolving landscape of generational generosity, the impact of AI on nonprofits, and why the most effective leaders prioritize empathy and the "power of one" to create a lasting ripple effect. Guest Links: * Betsy’s LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/betsyhcohen/] * FutureGood [https://www.wearefuturegood.com/]  Credits: Host: Lisa Nichols, Executive Producer: Jenny Heal, Marketing Support: Landon Burke and Joe Szynkowski, Podcast Engineer: Portside Media

Finding Purpose Beyond the Bottom Line w/ Jeff Thomas

Discover what happens when a high-achieving Wall Street veteran receives a "seven-figure check" and realizes it doesn't hold the fulfillment he spent decades chasing. Jeff Thomas, Author and Founder/CEO of Arcos Global Advisors, shares his powerful journey of walking away from a billion-dollar book of business to scale a mission-driven firm rooted in biblical wisdom. This episode challenges conventional leadership by prioritizing "narratives before numbers" and revealing how a life tethered to God can turn a standard career into a global mission field. Guest Links: * Jeff’s LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-thomas-952848/] * Arkos Global Advisors [https://www.arkosglobal.com/] * Book: Trading Up: Moving From Success to Significance on Wall Street [https://www.amazon.com/Trading-Up-Moving-Success-Significance/dp/1946615447] Credits: Host: Lisa Nichols, Executive Producer: Jenny Heal, Marketing Support: Landon Burke and Joe Szynkowski, Podcast Engineer: Portside Media