Change Agent with Tim McBride

 On this special episode, I sit down with the selected charity partners for Homes for Good in 2021: Phoenix Dream Center  Stopping human trafficking. Ending childhood hunger. Educating tomorrow's leaders. Amanda Hope Rainbow Angels Their Mission is to bring dignity and comfort into the harsh world of childhood cancer and other life-threatening diseases.  Girls on the Run They are dedicated to creating a world where every girl knows and activates her limitless potential and is free to boldly pursue her dreams. Giving Sole Their mission is to remind foster children that they are more than their circumstances and that their voices matter. I am excited to share their stories with you as well as their goals for the new year. My hope is that we can all come together and help them achieve those things so they can continue to serve the youth of our community.  Special thanks to Carlos Daniel, Lorraine Tallman, Meagan Kukowski and Shawn Hens for joining me on this episode. ================================== Homes for Good: https://www.homesforgoodaz.com/ Phoenix Dream Center: https://www.phoenixdreamcenter.org/ Amanda Hope Rainbow Angels: https://www.amandahope.org/ Girls on the Run: https://gotrmc.org  Giving Sole: https://www.givingsole.org/ 

Jon is a visionary and has been an entrepreneur for more than 10 years. He has successfully scaled 8 of his own companies, selling one in 2018 and currently growing a nationally recognized award-winning brand - Avintiv Media. He joins me today to talk about personal development, positive energy, and how to keep going when life gets you down. Connect with Jon: https://www.instagram.com/jonboles  https://www.avintivmedia.com 

Cynthia Sassi is the founder and president of Fabulous Arizona. She transitioned to self employment from the corporate world and has great advice for those looking to do the same. Today we talk about the hustle of entrepreneurship, working with local businesses, and expanding your self-made company. Cynthia is doing great things in our local community as well as in other states around the nation. Be sure to tune in to this episode and check her out on social media. Connect with Cynthia:  https://www.instagram.com/fabulousarizona/ https://www.instagram.com/cynthiasassi/  https://www.fabulousarizona.com 

Jennifer is the owner and master chef behind Witnessing Nature in Food. Since their inception in 2015, Witnessing Nature In Food has quickly become a leader in healthy organic dining experiences, recognized as a Gold Level Phoenix Green Business Leader and City of Scottsdale Environmental Quality Award Winner and featured in Green Living AZ magazine, The Chicago Tribune, Fox 10 News and Channel 3 News, to name a few. Jennifer has an inspiring story behind why she started her catering company and she is here with us today to share it. We also talk about: - The power of labels in marketing - The importance of paying attention to what you eat - The problem with school lunches and how we can help I hope this inspires you, I hope you learn something new, and I hope you keep working to spread good in your community. Connect with Jennifer https://www.witnessingnature.net  Fresh Food Collaboration https://www.weareufe.org/fresh-food-collab/about-ffc  A New Leaf https://www.turnanewleaf.org  Uptown Market https://uptownmarketaz.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/witnessingnature/  Email: Jennifer@witnessingnature.net

Mike Spangenberg is the CEO and Co-Founder of State FortyEight. They are a local brand inspired by the Great State of Arizona that represents a lifestyle, a sense of community and is an expression of pride. Mike and I discuss the challenges and rewards of getting into business with friends and family, pivoting your business to stay relevant, and surviving the pandemic as a small business. You’ll want to tune into this episode! Connect with Mike: mike@statefortyeight.com hello@statefortyeight.com https://www.statefortyeight.com Social Media @statefortyeight

Today I am joined by Andre Wadsworth, Founder and Executive of Impact Church, father of 4, athlete and entrepreneur. Andre was the third pick in the 1998 draft, but his football career was cut short by injuries. He has built an amazing community through Impact Church and continues to inspire others to do good. Connect with Andre: https://www.impactchurch.com  https://www.instagram.com/impactchurch  https://www.instagram.com/andrewadsworth  https://www.youtube.com/user/impactchurchaz 

Today I am excited to be joined by Connor and Kyle Shores, owners of F45 Scottsdale Midtown. These brothers have created such a positive and uplifting community and have been able to sustain that during the pandemic despite the harsh lockdown with gyms in particular. I am a big fan of F45 and the community and workouts they provide. Check them out with your free 3 day trial! Connect with F45 Scottsdale Midtown https://f45training.com/scottsdalemidtown/home Challenge: https://www.instagram.com/f45_training_challenge/ EMail: Scottsdalemidtown@f45training.com Instagram: @F45_ScottsdaleMidtown Facebook: F45 Training Scottsdale Midtown

Kelly Zitlow is the Senior Mortgage Advisor at Cornerstone Home Lending. She has been in the business for over 20 years and is here today to share her knowledge and expertise on her industry during a global pandemic. Kelly is passionate about educating people on the home lending process and has a fantastic YouTube channel where she shares her insight. Join us for a conversation on home lending, team building and creating a positive community. Connect with Kelly: https://www.houseloan.com/kelly-zitlow-mortgage-lender/  YouTube: Kelly Zitlow https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPPGvH2uJJwHnB3pPZ61UqA Phone: 480-725-0150

Today I am joined by Angela Salomon, PsyD,. Director of Programs at StreetLightUSA/Victim Services Co-Chair-AZ Human Trafficking Council. I am grateful for Dr. Salomon's expertise and knowledge in this space, and I hope this conversation helps you to really understand what's going on with Human Trafficking on a local level.  Links Mentioned: Uncommon Giving: https://www.uncommon.today  StreetLightUSA: https://www.streetlightusa.org Donate: Save the Kids UGIV Fund - Have a heart for victims of human trafficking - https://www.uncommongiving.com/np/kids  UGIV Save the Kids Fund will benefit nonprofit organizations committed to the cause. These organizations educate, rescue and empower victims of trafficking in an effort to reclaim and transform their lives. Let’s join together and be generous. Beneficiaries: Darkness to Light, Thorn, A21, Operation Underground Railroad, Child Rescue Coalition, StreetlightUSA. https://www.streetlightusa.org/donate Email: angela@streetlightUSA.org ASU: https://www.socialwork.asu.edu   

I am joined by Lindsay Moellenberndt on this episode, founder of A-Z Biz Link, and host of the A-Z Biz Link podcast. We talk about how she built her organization from a local idea to a national scale helping thousands of people to connect, learn and grow.  Resources for growth book: https://azbizlink.com/resources/ https://www.azbizlink.com https://www.instagram.com/azbizlink/ https://www.facebook.com/azbizlink1/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDdDc-I1Syh4IwVHQwpyEnQ https://www.linkedin.com/company/az-biz-link/

Today Tim is joined by Collin Crowley from the Scottsdale 2030 Club. Collin is the charities chairman for 2020 and has had to pivot a lot of the strategy behind what the club does for their charity partners due to the pandemic. The Scottsdale 2030 Club is an organization for young men to give back to their community by raising money to support children’s charities. The philanthropic and social club is comprised of up to fifty young men under the age of forty and has raised millions of dollars for local Arizona non-profit organizations through its three fundraising events: NiteFlite, Brokers for Kids and Agents Benefiting Children. Join Tim and Collin for a conversation on children's charities in Arizona. -------------------------------------------------- Get involved with Scottsdale 2030: https://www.scottsdale2030.org  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/scottsdale2030 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/scottsdale2030  Email: foundation@scottsdale2030.org 

Today's episode features Shawn Henss of the Giving Sole foundation. Giving Sole was founded by Shawn's family and has a simple yet powerful mission: to remind foster children that they are more than their circumstances and that their voices matter. It’s a mission that’s been close to the Henss’ hearts ever since they became a short-term foster family to a little girl. To learn more about this awesome foundation and how it helps children in the foster care system tune in to this episode.  Discover Giving Sole: https://givingsole.org/ AZ Helping Hands: https://azhelpinghands.org/ Love Up Foundation: https://loveupfoundation.org/ Thrive AZ: https://www.thriveaz.org/

Miracle Mile Deli is a third generation family owned business in Phoenix, AZ. Tim is joined by vice president Josh Garcia as they speak about the initiatives the Deli is taking during the pandemic to help others. They also dive into the culture of the company and what it was like for them as they had to make changes at the beginning of the lockdown.  Connect with Josh: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-garcia-13019924/ Visit Miracle Mile Deli: https://www.miraclemiledeli.com  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/miraclemiledeli/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/miraclemiledeli/

This episode of the Change Agent Podcast is energetic and FUN. Tim is joined by serial entrepreneur, Tina Huber. Tina is a manufacturer, international sourcing and supply chain manager, marketer, brand change agent, mom, dog mom, wife and community leader. Her energy is contagious and uplifting. Tina and Tim discuss her latest venture with The MAVN Group and their initiative to manufacture and source personal protective equipment or PPE for those in need on a local, state and national level. Connect with Tina: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tina-huber-40ab741/ Discover the MAVN Group: https://mavngroup.com/

Tim is joined by content creator and CEO of RenzlerMedia, Skyler Irvine for another episode of the Local Good series. Tim and Skyler talk about how contagious good doing can be, and how promoting positive experiences or situations ignites a happiness in people and a desire to join in on the good doing. Tune in to this episode for your daily dose of smiles! Connect with Skyler: https://www.instagram.com/skylerirvine  https://www.renzler.media  https://www.skylerirvine.com  https://www.facebook.com/theskylerirvine/

In a moment of crisis, Impact Church stepped up and created the Covid-19 relief fund, helping those in need right now. Tim is joined by Todd Boffo, executive pastor at Impact Church in this episode to help share how he and his organization are dealing with the current pandemic, and how they are giving back. Click here to donate to the relief fund: https://impactchurch.ccbchurch.com/goto/giving Connect with Todd: todd.boffo@impactchurch.com Instagram: @toddboffo Discover Impact Church: http://www.impactchurch.com/team

Continuing the conversation from last week, this episode of Change Agent illuminates the purpose behind the show, what it means to be a Change Agent, and your host's journey to becoming one himself. Tim hopes to spread hope in the uncertain times we face with this platform. If you need your spirits lifted or some motivation to get started, this episode is for you. Connect with Tim: https://www.linkedin.com/timmcbriderealtor/ 

On this episode, your host Tim McBride shares the heart and mission behind the Change Agent Podcast. Tim takes us back through his journey that allowed him to land where he is today, and shares with us what inspired him to start this show. He talks about pivoting in your career, taking leaps of faith in business and relationships, ending up in a career he never saw himself in and more. Through struggles and triumphs, wins and losses, Tim is a true Change Agent. Connect with Tim! https://www.linkedin.com/in/timmcbriderealtor/

Today Tim is joined by Mycal Anders, founder of Crossfit PHX and 20 percenters. Mycal shares his wisdom on operating in a state of flow, developing an influential community, leadership and more.  Mycal is an inspiring individual with many stories of struggles and triumphs that are sure to get you motivated, working towards your goals and moving towards fulfillment.  Connect with Mycal: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mycal-anders https://www.instagram.com/coachderz/ Discover Crossfit PHX: https://www.instagram.com/crossfitphx/ https://crossfitphx.com/

On this episode of the Change Agent Podcast, Tim is joined by Lindsay Cullum-Colwell and Paul Colwell of Cullum Homes. Cullum Homes is family owned full service Design / Build / Renovations firm, and they are partnered with Habitat for Humanity to bring you Blueprints and Blue Jeans - an event that benefits communities by performing small renovations to long time residents' houses so they are able to stay in their homes. The three talk about the evolution of the firm, and how they are making a difference in local communities. - Luxury home builders - Habitat For Humanity - Custom home design To learn more about the Blueprints and Bluejeans event, visit: https://habitatcaz.org/blueprints2020/ To learn more about Cullum Homes visit: https://cullumhomes.com/index.php Connect with Lindsay: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindsayacolwell/ Connect with Paul: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pauljcolwell/  

On this episode of the Change Agent Podcast, Kyle Mauch, founder of Athletes Brand joins host Tim McBride to discuss how he has changed the game through athletics. Kyle saw the power of influencing with Athletes and has used that to make a difference on a national level. Listen to hear how he does it! Connect with Kyle: https://www.kylemauch.com @kylemauch - Instagram Success at Success Podcast

Tim and Noah discuss treating clients as relationships, not transactions. Watch now to earn more about how you can be a Change Agent in your community, and don't forget to subscribe to this channel!.  

"95% of every dollar donated goes back to the athletes and programs." - Jamie Heckerman Tim McBride speaks to the President and CEO of Special Olympics AZ, Jamie Heckerman. They discuss getting involved and the different ways they are impacting the community.  Connect with Special Olympics AZ: Website: https://www.specialolympicsarizona.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SpecialOlympicsArizona Instagram: @specialolympicsarizona Twitter: @SOArizona

In this episode, Tim sits down with Kevin Terry, the executive director of The First Tee of Phoenix. This non-profit organization was created to provide affordable access to golf, and golf learning facilities, for young people in Maricopa County from all walks of life - particularly those who otherwise might not have an opportunity to play. It was designed to serve as a place for participants to learn valuable life skills and character lessons through creative activities and instructional programs that incorporate the fundamental teachings of golf.   Connect with Kevin and The First Tee of Phoenix: Website: https://www.thefirstteephoenix.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thefirstteephoenix/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tftofphoenix/?hl=en Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-terry-406750b/

In this episode Tim talks to Austin Bates a branch manager from VIP Mortgage. Bates saw what Tim was doing with "Homes For Good" early on and decided to partner with him and match any donation that came in. Learn more about how the partnership was developed and what they look for when deciding what charity to work with.   Connect with Austin at (480) 529-6254

       Back in March 2018, 9-year-old Gavin Henss got a surprise any kid his age would dream of: courtside tickets to a basketball game between the Phoenix Suns and the Cleveland Cavaliers.          One of the players on the court that night was LeBron James, who had recently been criticized for his political commentary and was told by a famous news host, “Shut up and dribble.” To show his support for James, Gavin made a sign just hours before the game. This sign catapulted Gavin into Internet stardom and inspired his family to launch the Homes for Good Non-Profit of the Quarter, Giving Sole. In This Episode: - What is it like to work with Giving Sole? - Lebron James and Giving Sole - How does Giving Sole help kids in foster care? - What is Giving Sole's goal? - Why Giving Sole does what they do - Tim and Giving Sole - What is Tim McBrides format for raising money? - How does AZ rank in foster care? - How does Giving Sole make a difference? - Shawn Henss foster story - Creating an experience for foster kids - Tim's experience with Giving Sole - How to give back to your community - What is Giving Sole's new campaign? - Why Tim is passionate about Homes for Good - How to follow them - How to get involved - AZ Helping Hands Connect with Giving Sole: Facebook, https://www.facebook.com/Giving-Sole/ Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/giving-sole/ https://www.givingsole.org

What if you could easily differentiate your business AND make a positive impact on the world? Homes for Good Founder Tim McBride has learned you can do both at the same time, and he wants to help you do it too. Tim founded an organization called Homes for Good (HomesForGoodAZ.com) to raise awareness and money for non-profits while differentiating himself as a Realtor. In its first year alone, Homes for Good raised over $12,000, reached over 13,000 people, and helped Tim catapult from a rookie agent, new to the industry, to one of the top Realtors in his market. In this podcast, you’ll learn from Tim and other entrepreneurs who have taken a unique approach that leverages their deeper purpose to drive profit. Tune in for inspirational stories and practical advice on how to move beyond transactions, build meaningful connections with your customers, and give back to your community.