Cultivating Care: Deborah Porter on Parenting, Work, and Self-Leadership | Dreaming with Intention

Cultivating Care: Deborah Porter on Parenting, Work, and Self-Leadership | Dreaming with Intention

In this inspiring episode of Dreaming with Intention, we sit down with Deborah Porter, trusted workplace culture strategist and "The Ultimate Mom Coach." Deborah works with Fortune 500 companies like Google, Verizon, and Deloitte to help leaders support and retain working parents and caregivers.

Leading With Purpose: Service, Strategy & Social Impact

In this episode, we sit down with Tonya Veasey—a powerhouse leader who has served as Chief Experience Officer at Raben, CEO of Open Channels Group, and former CEO of the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation. Tonya shares her journey of leading with purpose, from navigating high-level boardrooms to creating impact for communities across the nation. With a wealth of experience spanning politics, corporate leadership, and social advocacy, she offers a blueprint for leaders seeking to blend service with strategy.

Empowering the Next Generation: Leadership, Service & Lifelong Learning

In this inspiring episode, we welcome Erica Heyse, National Director of the Congressional Award, the highest honor Congress gives to youth for achievement in service, personal development, and leadership. Erica shares her journey of building programs that recognize and cultivate the potential of young people across the country—and how intention and service go hand in hand when building the next generation of leaders.

The Role of Intention in Achieving Your Dreams

In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Sommer Hill—Host of the podcast It's Sommer Time, Adjunct Professor at Howard University, and Senior Social Media Associate at NPR. Sommer shares how cultivating intention—through planning, self-awareness, and purpose—has allowed her to thrive across multiple platforms in media, education, and storytelling.

Composing Your Path: Turning Passion Into Purpose

In this inspiring episode, we're joined by Benjamin Gates, a gifted cellist and the Founder & CEO of Asteroid Titanium Musical Productions & Entertainment. Benjamin shares his journey of bridging music and entrepreneurship—using creativity, discipline, and a deep sense of purpose to transform his artistic passion into a growing business.