Going Beyond The Image w/ Loán Lake

Authenticity in Action: Leading with Heart, Discipline, and Purpose

In this episode, we sit down with nonprofit leader and maternal health advocate Tchernavia Montgomery, CEO of Care Ring. She shares how grounded identity shapes her leadership, fuels organizational growth, and builds trust across communities. From expanding access to care for thousands to leading with consistency, compassion, and clarity—Tchernavia reveals what it truly means to live your brand beyond titles and roles.

From the Inside Out: Aligning Your Company's Workplace Culture and External Brand

Public relations strategist Krista Terrell joins us to explore how strong brands are built from the inside out. Drawing on her leadership with the Arts & Science Council and her work in nonprofit and corporate communications, Krista shares how workplace culture, values, and leadership behaviors shape external brand perception. This conversation reveals why true alignment—not just messaging—is the key to credibility, trust, and long-term impact.

Unmuted and Uncompromised: When Integrity Becomes Influence

Civic innovator Christine Edwards Pitkin joins us to explore ethical visibility and what it truly means to show up with integrity. Founder of Civility Localized, she operates at the intersection of government, community, and entrepreneurship, amplifying voices often left out. From TEDx to national recognition, Christine shares how influence is built through trust, consistency, and purpose, especially when the stakes are real.

The Power of Being Real: Building a Brand that Fosters Connection

Today on Going Beyond the Image, I’m joined by entrepreneur and coach Kady Jacobs, founder of Anger Management of the Upstate. From St. Thomas to South Carolina, Kady’s 20+ year journey in education, counseling, and community service reflects a deeply grounded identity. We explore how her authenticity shapes her leadership, empowers transformation, and helps others confront who they are, how they show up, and how they change—even in life’s most challenging moments.

The High Road: Leading with Integrity in Every Room

Integrity isn’t situational—it’s a choice. In this episode, Apostle Sam Wagner of New Foundation Church International in Charlotte, NC, shares how a lifetime of service has shaped his unwavering commitment to doing what’s right, even when it’s not popular. A conversation about courage, calling, and the kind of leadership that leaves a lasting impact.