Mentor Series: Missy Depinet

Mentor Series: Missy Depinet

Missy Depinet is a values-driven leader, entrepreneur, mother of five, and proud grandmother of two who believes life's greatest success comes from living with integrity, resilience, and purpose. Raising five children ranging in age from 30 to 12 while balancing a demanding career and business ownership, Missy's journey is rooted in faith, family, hard work, and service to others. As Vice President of Procurement and Inventory at Concordance Healthcare Solutions, she has led transformational initiatives, driven operational excellence, and built a career centered on strategic leadership and meaningful impact. At the same time, as the owner of Flowerland in Fostoria, Ohio, she has created a business that reflects her passion for community, compassion, and bringing joy to others. Missy's life is a testament to the power of values-based living — showing that true fulfillment comes not only from professional achievement, but from staying grounded in family, leading authentically, and building a life aligned with what matters most. Through every role she holds — leader, business owner, mother, and grandmother — Missy is passionate about inspiring others to pursue success without compromising their core values. Learn more at concordancehealthcare.com [https://www.concordancehealthcare.com/]. -- This episode is part of a new chapter of the Values Based Life podcast, the "Mentor Series." The Mentor Series features executives and other leaders from organizations that have a proven track record of operating in alignment with their mission, vision, purpose and values. By doing this they have created truly engaging cultures - environments where people love to work. The purpose of the Mentor Series is to highlight these committed organizations and share their stories with other leaders so everyone can see the huge benefits of being a Values Based Organization. We hope you enjoy listening to the Mentor Series episodes as much as I have enjoyed being in amazing conversations with these remarkable leaders.

Mentor Series: Bami Fajinmi

Bami Fajinmi is the co-founder and Vice President of Educational Services of the team now known as Covelo Group, a healthcare company focused on maximizing the educational opportunities for students facing behavioral, emotional, and physical health challenges. At Covelo Group, Bami Fajinmi and his team partner with K-12 schools in the United States to identify students struggling with the curriculum, develop education plans that are individualized and equitable, and ultimately assist schools with realizing the implementation of said plans by providing the required staff and clinical services. Initially partnering with a select few Los Angeles schools in 2023, Covelo Group has expanded to over 1,000 team members across six US states and continues to grow. Prior to Covelo Group, Bami Fajinmi studied and conducted research on the impact of politics, finance, and sociological factors on individual health outcomes and personal well-being. His research aimed to identify systemic gaps in healthcare in countries such as Malaysia, Uganda, and Canada. He also co-led medical and educational philanthropic missions to countries like Nigeria, Kenya, and Belize. Despite his strong desire to travel, Bami Fajinmi recognized his calling was at home in the United States, where he could create a positive impact on the lives of the youngest individuals who are unable to assist themselves. Bami holds a Master of Science in Global Medicine from the Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California, with a specialization in Management, Finance, and Operations. He is an outspoken advocate for equitable access to education, recognizing its pivotal role in determining quality of life outcomes. Learn more about Covelo Group at covelogroup.com [https://www.covelogroup.com/] or connect via LinkedIn at linkedin.com/company/covelo-group [https://www.linkedin.com/company/covelo-group]. You can also reach out to Bami via LinkedIn at linkedin.com/in/bfajinmi [https://www.linkedin.com/in/bfajinmi] or follow along with his social life on Instagram at instagram.com/bami_fajinmi [https://www.instagram.com/bami_fajinmi]. -- This episode is part of a new chapter of the Values Based Life podcast, the "Mentor Series." The Mentor Series features executives and other leaders from organizations that have a proven track record of operating in alignment with their mission, vision, purpose and values. By doing this they have created truly engaging cultures - environments where people love to work. The purpose of the Mentor Series is to highlight these committed organizations and share their stories with other leaders so everyone can see the huge benefits of being a Values Based Organization. We hope you enjoy listening to the Mentor Series episodes as much as I have enjoyed being in amazing conversations with these remarkable leaders.

Mentor Series: Drew Papadeas

Tune in for this Mentor Series conversation with Drew Papadeas, VP of Client Services at Dom & Tom, a New York and Chicago based digital product and technology studio that has earned the Inc. 5000 Fastest Growing Company designation six years running. He leads business development, account management, and client strategy, advising enterprise executives on digital initiatives that drive growth, while building the teams and processes that deliver complex technology projects. Before entering the technology services field, he spent years as a university professor, music composer, and electronic musician. Outside of work, Drew is a proud father of two with a deep love for music, nature, and travel. You can learn more at domandtom.com [https://domandtom.com]. -- This episode is part of a new chapter of the Values Based Life podcast, the "Mentor Series." The Mentor Series features executives and other leaders from organizations that have a proven track record of operating in alignment with their mission, vision, purpose and values. By doing this they have created truly engaging cultures - environments where people love to work. The purpose of the Mentor Series is to highlight these committed organizations and share their stories with other leaders so everyone can see the huge benefits of being a Values Based Organization. We hope you enjoy listening to the Mentor Series episodes as much as I have enjoyed being in amazing conversations with these remarkable leaders.

Mentor Series: Frank Samson, CSA

Frank Samson, CSA is a Certified Senior Advisor and the founder of Senior Care Authority LLC. He is the author of "The Aging Boomers: Answers to Critical Questions for You, Your Parents and Loved Ones" and creator of The Boomers Today radio and podcast show. Prior to founding Senior Care Authority, he worked in franchise consulting and the travel industry for over three decades. He had built an organization with over 200 franchises which he later sold, and the company operates successfully today. Frank's passion for senior care comes from personally experiencing the challenges with his own parents as many families are confronted with today. After several years of researching the healthcare industry, he developed the training program for Senior Care Authority to provide Elder Care consulting and Senior Placement assistance to families, helping them make important and difficult decisions in a complex healthcare system. Senior Care Authority started by servicing and assisting families in northern California in 2009. The company began franchising its program in late 2014 and now helps families at over 100 locations across the country. Frank is a past member of the California Senior Legislature, founding Board Member of the National Placement and Referral Alliance (NPRA) and an Honorary Faculty Member at Michigan State University. You can tune in to the podcast episode below, and visit the Senior Care Authority website at www.seniorcareauthority.com [https://www.seniorcareauthority.com]. -- This episode is part of a new chapter of the Values Based Life podcast, the "Mentor Series." The Mentor Series features executives and other leaders from organizations that have a proven track record of operating in alignment with their mission, vision, purpose and values. By doing this they have created truly engaging cultures - environments where people love to work. The purpose of the Mentor Series is to highlight these committed organizations and share their stories with other leaders so everyone can see the huge benefits of being a Values Based Organization. We hope you enjoy listening to the Mentor Series episodes as much as I have enjoyed being in amazing conversations with these remarkable leaders.

Mentor Series: Gordon Hall

Gordon Hall is an engineer, inventor, and R&D executive focused on translating complex science into accessible, intuitive products. Drawing on his expertise in microfluidics and nanotechnology, he builds both the technical systems and the strategic teams required to bring new intellectual property to market. Currently the Associate Vice President of R&D at Nicoya Lifesciences, Gordon directs the development of advanced laboratory tools that enable researchers developing the next generation of therapeutics. Follow along as Gordon and Robert chat about how his passion for problem-solving brought him to his current position at Nicoya Lifesciences, the importance of culture in tech and start-ups (and how cultures evolve as companies scale), how company and team values create culture, and so much more. Learn more at nicoyalife.com [https://nicoyalife.com/] or visit them on LinkedIn at linkedin.com/company/nicoya-lifesciences [https://www.linkedin.com/company/nicoya-lifesciences]. -- This episode is part of a new chapter of the Values Based Life podcast, the "Mentor Series." The Mentor Series features executives and other leaders from organizations that have a proven track record of operating in alignment with their mission, vision, purpose and values. By doing this they have created truly engaging cultures - environments where people love to work. The purpose of the Mentor Series is to highlight these committed organizations and share their stories with other leaders so everyone can see the huge benefits of being a Values Based Organization. We hope you enjoy listening to the Mentor Series episodes as much as I have enjoyed being in amazing conversations with these remarkable leaders.