The early Guides toward greatness

30 Year Celebration Kick Off

Setting the stage to celebrate 30 years all year long!

It's a wrap. (For now)

In this season finale of The Time Capsule Podcast, we sit down to reflect on where it all began—sharing favorite moments, untold stories, and the milestones that shaped Compass through its first years. Expect heart, humor, a few surprises, and a whole lot of gratitude as we wrap Season One and set the stage for Season Two… which will take us all the way to Compass’ 30th year.

The early Guides toward greatness

In this episode of Side of Hope, we revisit the early days of a relationship that helped shape Compass in profound ways. Fresh from maternity leave, Sadie recalls the moment she met an attorney who immediately “got us”—someone who understood the heart behind the work and could strengthen what Compass was becoming. That introduction sparked a partnership built not just on legal expertise, but on shared values and a deep understanding of people. Our guest reflects on his first impressions of Joanna and Sadie: their intuition, compassion, and natural ability to build trust were the rare qualities that set Compass apart. Legal strategy could be taught, he explains, but the relational wisdom required to lead a human-centered organization is a gift—and Compass had it in abundance. Together, they discuss the early vision for Compass, the challenges of scaling with purpose, and the defining moments that shaped the journey. At its core, this conversation is about recognizing calling, honoring alignment, and valuing the people who make the mission come alive. A powerful reminder that when leadership is rooted in love and connection, growth becomes a natural outcome.

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Step into the family stories that shaped Sadie. Her parents recall childhood adventures, parenting with patience, and the lessons learned from raising a daughter who was always willing to take risks . They also share their first encounters with disability, the challenges of healthcare, and the resilience that carried them through . Why listen? These episodes reveal the generational threads—risk-taking, grit, humor, and faith—that shaped Sadie long before Compass began. It’s heartwarming, real, and deeply human.

Heart behind the mission- Huffmaster hospitality Part 1

Step into the family stories that shaped Sadie. Her parents recall childhood adventures, parenting with patience, and the lessons learned from raising a daughter who was always willing to take risks . They also share their first encounters with disability, the challenges of healthcare, and the resilience that carried them through . Why listen? These episodes reveal the generational threads—risk-taking, grit, humor, and faith—that shaped Sadie long before Compass began. It’s heartwarming, real, and deeply human.