Upward with the Dotys!

Summer Update

Listen in as David and Heather dive into where they've been, where Upward is heading, and what to look for as we get back into the full swing of Back to School, Labor Day and all that the entrance to Autumn entails!

Join us as we learn from Jeremy Aldridge on taking the leap into real estate as a means to freedom.

Jeremy is and Entrepreneur, investor, and real estate agent. Jeremy started with humble beginnings growing up in a single family house hold. At the age of 8, he started his first business mowing lawns throughout the trailer park he grew up in. In 2006, he began working for Chick-fil-A and traveled the country opening stores until he daughter was born in 2013. Jeremy and his wife Nikki purchased their first rental property in 2015. Today, their portfolio includes 22 doors including short-term and long-term rentals. They are currently building a 400 unit self-storage facility and will be entering into residential real estate development by the end of the year.

Kathi Wilson, educational advocate and founder of KSW Educational Concepts

Kathi Wilson, founder of KSW Educational Concepts, has over 20 years experience as a teacher, counselor/advocate, school and special education administrator.  How children learn and respond to instruction is what drives her work.  Kathi’s understanding of children keeps her focused on who they are as growing individuals.   She has worked with children from Kindergarten through high school.  Kathi has partnered with parents, outside providers and school teams in hundreds of 504, learning evaluations and IEP meetings to design learning environments that benefit everyone.  A believer in lifelong education she strives to understand the child in the context of school today - so they will be ready to tackle the world of tomorrow. Join us as we learn from Kathi's expertise as an educator and child advocate.  We touch on aspects of mindset and its application in parenting, advocating, and investing in the next generation - something we are passionate about!  You'll even learn a little more about our own adoption journey.  Thanks for listening!

Candice Shepard, CEO and Managing Attorney of Shepard Law, PLLC

Candice is the CEO and Managing Attorney of Shepard Law, PLLC, a law firm in the Charlotte, NC Metro area serving multiple counties in two locations. The firm’s revenue and client base has doubled and tripled year-over-year by prioritizing the service philosophy at the forefront of the business model, and seeking out a unified team who have the same mindset. Candice is also the Founder and the President of the Board of Directors of Tribe 14:18 Ministries, a nonprofit being brought to fruition out of the desire of Candice and some of the most amazing Mamas on the planet who seek to care for orphans and the families who love them. Finally, Candice is a certified Canfield Success Principles Trainer and international speaker with The Athena Tribe. Candice seeks to empower others in all aspects of life and her diverse endeavors are driven by that desire. Candice wears many other hats as well, and loves them all. Jesus-lover, mother, sister, daughter, orphan advocate, animal rescuer, and friend are her favorites. She also proudly wears the hats of attorney, entrepreneur, thought leader, influencer, mentor, speaker, author, and servant leader. Join us as we learn SO MUCH from Candice and what has propelled her toward significant success in many areas.  She is a humble powerhouse and a woman of tremendous influence in the Charlotte area and beyond.  Tune in to learn why Shepard Law is "not your daddy's law firm."  You don't want to miss this episode!

Ryan Freda of Northline Roofing

Ryan Freda is an entrepreneur who decided to ditch college for real life experience when he realized that he was earning more income as a high school junior than some of his teachers.  Despite several caring people urging him to put his career on hold to attend university, Ryan listened to his inner drive and followed his heart.  Just a few years past high school graduation, Ryan is Founder and CEO of a multi-million dollar roofing company with fifteen employees and a vision to double in the coming year.  Listen in as Ryan Freda shares his experiences and what drove him toward success, even as a teenager.  Check out NorthlineRoofing.com to have your Charlotte Metro area roof assessed and listen to the show to find out why! :)