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Chris Carneal is the Founder and CEO of Booster, the #1 school fundraising company in America. Since 2002, Booster has raised over 1.3 billion dollars. As the son of an educator, Chris created Booster to help schools flourish. Booster profits schools more than ever, impacts students through fitness and character programming, and saves teachers and administrators valuable time so they can focus on their highest calling—teaching. Today, 900 team members serve over 7,000 schools in all 50 states.Chris believes Booster's distinctive is its remarkable culture defined by Booster's six virtues: Gratitude, Wisdom, Care, Courage, Grit, and Celebration.Chris and his bride of 22 years, Lyndie, have four incredible kids, ages 11, 13, 16, and 19. Chris greatly enjoys coaching his sons' baseball teams and is a huge Atlanta Braves fan, having played college baseball at Samford University in Birmingham, AL, where he and Lyndie both graduated.Chris CarnealBoosterChasing What Matters Instagram

When Stu Crum's college football heroics put him on the national radar as a model student-athlete, the expectations for a bright future could not have predicted his soaring ascent in business. Tagged as a winner with a natural gift for leadership, Crum made his name internationally in key positions with Texaco, Shell Oil, Jiffy Lube, and Bridgestone, wrangling deals with the likes of activist investor Carl Icahn and other heavy hitters.Yet beneath the surface lay a deeper man. While still at Tulsa University, Crum devoted his life to his faith and embraced servant leadership as his game plan for ultimate success in business, family, faith and fun. Despite personal setbacks and injury-laden stints with the NFL and USFL, Crum blossomed at every turn by developing a simple, dynamic playbook that put his every aspiration within reach. He calls it intentional living.Aim for the UprightsStu Crum Website Chasing What Matters Instagram

Mark Miller is a Wall Street Journal and international best-selling author, communicator, and the former Vice President of High Performance Leadership at Chick-fil-A. Mark's leadership journey at Chick-fil-A spanned 45 years beginning as an hourly team member in a local restaurant, and during his tenure the company grew from seventy-five restaurants to over 2,700 locations with annual sales exceeding $19 billion. Today, Mark serves as the Co-Founder of Lead Every Day. Married to Donna, his high school sweetheart of forty years, they have two sons, Justin and David, a daughter-in-law Lindsay, and three amazing grandchildren Addie, Logan, and Finn. Mark MillerText: Besmart To: 66866Mark's Cell: 678-612-8441Chasing What Matters Instagram

Dr. Ryan Rush grew up in Central Texas and after serving as senior pastor in Austin for a decade, Ryan and Lana were called to Kingsland as Senior Pastor in the spring of 2014. Throughout his ministry, Ryan has sensed a special burden to see homes transformed. He has hosted numerous radio and television programs on the subject of family life.  He has authored three books. Home on Time: Life Management by the Book, Walls: Why Everybody's Stuck (and Nobody Has to Be), and Restore the Table.Ryan and his wife Lana have been married since 1991 and have three daughters: Ryley, Reagan, and Lily. Lily's unique cognitive and physical challenges have allowed the Rush Family new opportunities to depend on the Lord, and to witness glorious answers to prayer. Dr. Rush serves as an Adjunct Professor in the Doctor of Ministry program at Dallas Theological Seminary. He is a graduate of the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor, Liberty Baptist Theological Seminary, and holds a PhD in Christian Leadership from Dallas Baptist University.  Ryan Rush BooksKingsland Baptist Chasing What Matters Instagram

Janice Walker joined Advocate Health in 2024 as Senior Vice President and Chief Nursing Officer – Southeast Region of Advocate Health. She is responsible for providing strategic leadership for all nursing and other designated patient care functions and services for Atrium Health, which comprises the entirety of Advocate Health's Southeast Region. Janice leads more than 18,000 nurses at Atrium Health's 40 hospitals and hundreds of care locations throughout North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia and Alabama.She has 25 years of experience in health care with progressive leadership roles as a Chief Nursing Officer and a Chief Operating Officer in for-profit and not-for-profit health care entities. Her previous experience includes more than 13 years at Baylor Scott & White Health (BSW), and that is where I first met Janice.  At BS&W she oversaw nursing, pharmacy, lab, radiology and Joint Commission/CMS accreditation/certification.Chasing What Matters Instagram

Dr. Wes Saade is an accomplished speaker and writer on leadership and personal development. He believes in the power of connecting with people on a personal level in order to encourage them to pursue their own dreams as well as inspire them to work collectively to accomplish large visions as a team. Dr. Saade is a Certified Trainer with world-renowned leadership expert, Dr. John C. Maxwell. He is also a board certified family physician with clinics in the Fort Worth, Texas area.Wes MD Leadership Blog/WebsiteChasing What Matters Instagram

Jimmy Dorrell is Co-founder and President Emeritus of Mission Waco Mission World. After graduating from seminary in 1978, he and his wife Janet traveled the world to work among the poor. They then planted roots in North Waco, where they began their call to incarnational ministry: to live among the poor and help bring “good news” through relationships and empowerment opportunities. Dorrell's passion for the poor and mobilizing the middle-class to become involved in the lives of the poor became the strategy for Mission Waco Mission World that continues today. Dorrell has served as pastor of Church Under the Bridge since 1992 while also teaching classes at Baylor University and Truett Seminary in Waco. Mission Waco :: Mission World Chasing What Matters Instagram

Dominique Glanville is the Owner & CEO of Heights Strategic Marketing, celebrating 5 years in business. They are based in Dallas-Ft Worth, with a hybrid virtual team in 2 other states. She's been married to Dan for thirteen years, and they have 3 very active kids, two boys ages 6 and 8 and a little 2-year-old girl. She's a Storybrand Certified Guide and marketing consultant. Heights Strategic Marketing Chasing What Matters Instagram

Our guest today is Sharon Birkman. As the daughter of company founder and influential industrial-organizational psychologist Dr. Roger W. Birkman, Sharon cultivated her deep expertise in human perception and organizational behavior through her lifelong interest in The Birkman Method.Sharon has been recognized with a multitude of awards, including EY's Entrepreneur of the Year, the Women President's Organization's Mary Lehman MacLachlan Award, National Best and Brightest Places to Work For, and the Houston Business Journal's Women Who Mean Business Award.In addition to her responsibilities at Birkman, Sharon volunteers her services as a Board Member of Houston Public Media, Goodwill Industries of Houston, and a long-time Board member for ESCAPE Family Resource Center. Sharon co-authored the book “The Birkman Method: Your Personality at Work” and authored the book “Creatures of Contact” by ForbesBooks.Birkman International is an industry-leading behavioral and occupational assessment company founded by innovative organizational psychologist Dr. Roger W. Birkman in 1951.The Birkman Method remains a preferred instrument to better understand interpersonal dynamics through positive psychology. It is used widely in the fields of career and life coaching, leadership development, human resources management, and organizational design today.Sharon Birkman - sbirkman@birkman.comChasing What Matters Instagram

Jon Kidwell is the founder and leader of Leadwell, a leadership development company on a mission to equip and empower leaders so they can succeed at their life's mission. We support leaders and their organizations through coaching, training, team building, and speaking.During his tenure as VP of Innovation and Operations for a global nonprofit in Houston, TX he worked with companies such as Apple, Nike, MD Anderson Cancer Center, Pfizer, the University of Houston, and the YMCA of the USA. Additionally, he serves as an Org. Leadership M.A. Adj. Professor for the Townsend Institute at Concordia University Irvine.  He has written a new book titled “Redefine Your Servant Leadership” and he is with us today to discuss this topic. Redefine Your Servant LeadershipChasing What Matters Instagram

Our guest today is Mark Appel. Mark has a list of great accomplishments: - Stanford engineering grad- 2013 Astros #1 overall pick- 2015 MLB Futures Games- 2022 MLB Debut with Phillies- Current entrepreneurOn this episode we talk about the ups and downs of major league baseball, injuries and what the Lord is doing next in Mark's life. Bumpy Pickle Chasing What Matters Instagram

Our guest today is Blake Burleson – Dr. Burleson is an Associate Dean at Baylor University, an ordained minister and he teaches World Religion – along with a number of other classes at Baylor. Waco Trib Article Chasing What Matters Instagram

Ryan Krueger is the Founder of Freedom Day Solutions based in Houston, TX.Freedom Day SolutionsMailbox Money Podcast Chasing What Matters Instagram

Our guest today is Joe Fowler. Joe was raised in Wichita Falls, TX and graduated from Texas A&M University. He cofounded of Stress Engineering in 1972 and became President in 1984. In his 31 years as president, he oversaw the growth of Stress to a major consulting firm solving difficult technical problems for over 800 customers. Joe is passionate about helping young entrepreneurs and we are honored to have him on the show today. Harvest of Riches Chasing What Matters Instagram

Dr. Rickey Frierson has spent the last 15 years presenting internationally and domestically on issues of social justice, diversity and inclusion, and underrepresented student success within higher education. Dr. Frierson's research interest focuses on institutional accountability and effectiveness in minority success and completion at predominantly white, public institutions. Rickey takes pride in assisting administrators, educators and institutions in examining proactive strategies to create efficient and fruitful educational experiences for their diverse students, staff, and faculty. He has published articles, submitted book reviews, and has written book contributions that all stem around efficiencies of education.He is currently Asst. Dean at Colorado State University.Dr. Rickey Frierson Chasing What Matters Instagram

The Honorable “Bill” Flores is an entrepreneur, business visionary, and public policy leader. In early 2021, he transitioned from public service to reengage in the private sector through board membership, as well as to invest more time with family and community activities. For 10 years, Congressman Flores served in the US House of Representatives from 2011 and 2021 – serving on a number of high-level committees.Bill currently serves as Independent Director and Vice-Chair of the Board of Directors of the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT).Bill has a BBA with Honors in Accounting from Texas A&M University in College Station and an MBA from Houston Christian University. He is also licensed as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) in Texas and as a FAA Instrument-Rated Pilot. Bill is a proud ninth-generation. He is married to Gina; they have two adult sons, Will and John; and four wonderful grandchildren. Gina and Bill reside in Bryan, Texas.Chasing What Matters Instagram

Froswa' Booker-Drew, Ph.D. is a Network Weaver who believes relationships are the key to our personal, professional, and organizational growth. She has been quoted/featured in Forbes, Ozy, Bustle, Huffington Post, Modern Luxury, and other media outlets, due to an extensive background in leadership, nonprofit management, philanthropy, partnership development, training, and education. She is the CEO of Soulstice Consultancy, LLC providing DEI, leadership training, community engagement strategies and philanthropic/partnership guidance for institutions and the CEO of R2 Foundation (Restoration and Reconciliation Foundation) providing support for Black led nonprofits.  She is an author of 4 books and a fellow podcaster.She serves on a number of Boards as we will learn in our time together today. Also, Froswa  is currently an adjunct professor at Tulane University.Froswa Booker-Drew BooksChasing What Matters Instagram 

Byron and Carla Weathersbee co-founded Legacy Family Ministries in 1995 and have authored several books and study guides.  Each year they disciple couples who are engaged - as well as speak at various universities and churches. They have three grown children and two grandchildren.Legacy Family Ministries Chasing What Matters Instagram 

Our guest today is Randy Drew. Randy Drew's life reveals an entrepreneurial and competitive spirit with a head for solving problems and a heart for serving others.NASCAR SpeedparkChasing What Matters Instagram 

In this episode, Jacob and Melissa are interviewed on the Abel Speaks - Life Upside Down podcast. This is part one of a two part episode. Life Upside Down PodcastChasing What Matters Instagram 

Bill Hendricks is President of The Giftedness Center, which grew out of a consulting practice he founded in 1985. For the last twenty years, he has been helping people make critical life and career decisions based on their giftedness. He is the author or coauthor of twenty-two books and a number of other publications. In addition to his practice at The Giftedness Center, Bill serves as the Executive Director for Christian Leadership at The Hendricks Center at Dallas Theological Seminary. Bill is the proud father of three grown daughters by his late wife Nancy, and is married to Lynn Turpin Hendricks.The Giftedness CenterBill HendricksChasing What Matters Instagram 

Arshay Cooper is a Rower, Benjamin Franklin award-winning author, theprotagonist of the critically acclaimed film “A Most Beautiful Thing,” a Golden Oar recipient for his contributions to the sport of rowing, motivational speaker, and activist, particularly around issues of accessibility for low-income familiesArshay CooperChasing What Matters Instagram 

Returning guest!! Our guest today is Sam Acho. Sam is an NFL player, writer, public speaker, and humanitarian. He speaks widely at colleges, events, conferences, and churches, and is the cohost of The Home Team Podcast. The founder and president of Athletes for Justice, he is a vice president of the NFL players association and a graduate of the University of Texas and the Thunderbird School of Global Management.Change Starts With YouLet The World See YouSam AchoChasing What Matters Instagram 

Season 1 replay! Katherine & Jay Wolf are communicators and advocates. They leverage their redemptive story to encourage those with broken bodies, broken brains, and broken hearts. Engaging both faith-based and secular communities, they seek to bridge the gap between those disabled on the outside and those disabled on the inside with the hope that Jesus brings healing to the deepest pains we all carry. They currently reside in Atlanta with their two sons, James and John.Hope Heals InstagramHope Heals WebsiteHope Heals CampHope Heals BookSuffer Strong BookChasing What Matters Instagram

Jimmy Needham is a singer/songwriter and speaker with more than seven studio albums. He serves as worship and teaching pastor at Stonegate Church in Midlothian, Texas. Jimmy and his wife Kelly have two daughters and three sonsJimmy NeedhamJimmy Needham Instagram Clearly PodcastChasing What Matters Instagram

Chris Harper loves his wife, four children, books, basketball, movies, and 90's hip-hop. King Jesus is his Savior, and Andrew (Peter's brother) is his hero. Chris believes that Jordan is better than Lebron, and nothing beats Nashville hot chicken.Chris holds a Master's Degree from Dallas Theological Seminary and is currently finishing his Doctorate at Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary SWBTS. Chris' academic pursuits center on the “father as chief priest of his home.” Chris is convinced that the most critical need of the church today is men, bold men, men willing to lead their homes and serve the church.Recently, Chris has lent his creative talents to a myriad of groups through 252EDU, his Dallas-based consulting firm. Chris has been at the forefront of engaging culture for Christ in a winsome way; he believes hospitality is the new evangelism and that art, music, community, and commerce are the most powerful mediums for gospel witness. BetterManChasing What Matters Instagram

In this episode, Jacob sits down on the Mays MaterCast Podcast to talk about his entrepreneurial journey. Mays MaterCastChasing What Matters Instagram 

Benjamin Wills is the Founder and Head of School of Peace Preparatory Academy, a Christ-centered, independent, community school. Located in English Avenue, the heart of one of Atlanta's most under-resourced communities, Peace Prep exists to educate whole children, support whole families, and provide growth and change opportunities for whole communities. He has a life-mission of following Jesus in advocating for those who have been marginalized to experience human flourishing, particularly children and families. He currently serves on the board of The Atlanta Mission, The Good Samaritan Health Center, and OaksATL Community Development and has served on a variety of visioning teams on the westside of Atlanta over the last several years. In addition to community advocacy work, he is an ordained Priest serving in the diocese Churches for the Sake of Others.  He and his wife embody their vision as they stand in the gap of advocating for children by opening their home as foster and adoptive parents. They currently live in English Avenue with their 5 children. OaksATLChasing What Matters Instagram

In this episode we celebrate our 100th episode! We take a few minutes to give you a few updates on our life over the past 2.5 years and then we dive into some memorable moments from the last 99 episodes! Thank you for all the support along the way! We are excited to see what is ahead!Chasing What Matters Instagram

In this episode we re-air an interview that Glenn had with the Denver Medical Study Group a few months ago. We hope you enjoy! Chasing What Matters InstagramChasing What Matters WebsiteDenver Medical Study Group Podcast

Tracy Schmidt has over 40 years' experience in investment management, logistics, finance, operations and administration, including 24 years with Federal Express, headquartered in Memphis, Tenn., and 14 years at CNL Financial Group in Orlando, Fla. Currently, Tracy is the founder of Morning Star Advisory, LLC where today he provides advisory and consulting services to multi-generational families and companies primarily in the logistics and supply chain space. He is also experienced in the following business sectors: distribution, transportation, banking and financial services, investment/asset/fund management and real estate. He and his wife Jerry live in Katy, TX Chasing What Matters WebsiteChasing What Matters Instagram 

Our guests today is David and Erin Leaverton. Over the course of 2018, the Leavertons took their three children on a state-hopping tour of the less-than-United States, creating a project called Undivided Nation. In the process, they became part of the documentary The Reunited States, exploring how they could be more open to others, to hear their stories and understand. In the process, the Leavertons have learned quite a bit about the country – and themselves.The Reunited StatesErin LeavertonChasing What Matters InstagramChasing What Matters Website 

Our guests today is Geoff Brenner. Geoff is the Chief Executive Officer of Triumph Business Capital. Prior to joining Triumph Business Capital in 2019, he spent 20+ years in the healthcare industry. He built a portfolio of healthcare services companies spanning revenue cycle, supply chain, insurance and performance improvement consulting. He led the enterprise to best-in-class financial performance amid significant industry disruption. Geoff has served on more than 10 domestic and international boards and holds multiple insurance and financial securities licenses. He has also completed several unorthodox leadership programs – which we will hear about later in the podcast. Geoff and his wife Emily have two sons and they live in Dallas, Texas.  Rhonda and I are proud to call Geoff and Emily great friends!Chasing What Matters InstagramChasing What Matters Website 

Heather Avis is founder and chief visionary officer at The Lucky Few, a social awareness brand on a mission to make a more inclusive and loving world with an emphasis on shifting the Down syndrome narrative. The author of Everyone Belongs and the New York Times best-selling children's book Different—A Great Thing to Be!, she runs The Lucky Few's hit Instagram account and is the author of a book and co-host of the podcast by the same name.Heather is also the founder of the Lucky Few Foundation, a national Down syndrome advocacy organization. A former education specialist teaching high school students, she is a mother to three adopted children and has been interviewed on numerous media outlets including The Today Show, Focus on the Family, Hallmark's Home & Family, and written for TIME and The Week.Heather lives in Southern California with her husband, Josh, and their three kids Truly, August and Macy.The Lucky FewEveryone BelongsChasing What Matters InstagramChasing What Matters Website 

Heather Avis is founder and chief visionary officer at The Lucky Few, a social awareness brand on a mission to make a more inclusive and loving world with an emphasis on shifting the Down syndrome narrative. The author of Everyone Belongs and the New York Times best-selling children's book Different—A Great Thing to Be!, she runs The Lucky Few's hit Instagram account and is the author of a book and co-host of the podcast by the same name.Heather is also the founder of the Lucky Few Foundation, a national Down syndrome advocacy organization. A former education specialist teaching high school students, she is a mother to three adopted children and has been interviewed on numerous media outlets including The Today Show, Focus on the Family, Hallmark's Home & Family, and written for TIME and The Week.Heather lives in Southern California with her husband, Josh, and their three kids Truly, August and Macy.The Lucky FewEveryone BelongsChasing What Matters Instagram Chasing What Matters Website  

Our guests today is Kat Armstrong. Kat - is a powerful voice in our generation as a sought-after Bible teacher, preacher, coach, and innovative ministry leader. She holds a master's degree from Dallas Theological Seminary and is the author of No More Holding Back, The In-Between Place, and a 6-book series called Storyline Bible Studies. She has her own podcast – The Polished Podcast. Kat is the director of leadership processes for Integrus Leadership, is pursuing a doctorate of ministry in New Testament context at Northern Seminary, and serves as a board member of Pillar Seminary. She and her husband, Aaron, have been married for twenty years and live in Dallas, Texas, with their son, Caleb, and attend Dallas Bible Church, where Aaron serves as the lead pastor.The Polished NetworkKat ArmstrongChasing What Matters Website

Our guests today is Chris York. Chris York has been a dedicated servant leader for 30 years. His leadership experience has been marked by progressively increasing responsibilities and consistently improved performance for a host of hospitals and healthcare systems. After a  long stint serving as a Regional President for Baylor Scott & White Health – Chris is now the Market CEO for the Northwest Health System in Arkansas. Chris has just written a new book title – Set the Standard – which we will discuss today.Set The StandardChasing What Matters Website 

Our guest today is Terrence Murphy.  After a successful collegiate football career at Texas A&M, getting drafted in the 2nd round by the Green Bay Packers, and retiring from the NFL, real estate became Terrence's main focus and newfound passion. Terrence has personally brokered $1B+ in sales volume over the past 10 years and has successfully started over 20 ventures and companies that he's currently running today. Terrence possesses the same traits that he portrayed on the football field: integrity, passion, hard work, dedication, loyalty, desire to succeed, and excellence, all of which help his businesses continue to grow and his clients to receive superior service.TM5 Properties Chasing What Matters Website 

This week we welcome Bob Johns.  Bob is a lifelong youth pastor, serving at his present church – First Baptist Woodway since 1984.  Bob just completed his book “They Say I'm Crazy. – which about going the distance in Youth Ministry. Bob has also written articles, curriculum, and devotional material for a number of various publications.  He is married to Debbie – and they have one daughter – Hannah.  Bob loves golf, skiing, reading, playing his Gibson J-45 and making trips with Debbie to New York City to visit Hannah.They Say I'm CrazyChasing What Matters WebsiteChasing What Matters Instagram 

Our guest today is Mark Houser - Mark has spent his career in the energy industry, most recently as the founder and principal of Symphero Energy Solutions, LLC, an advisory services company in the oil and gas and renewable energy development markets.Mark currently serves on the Investment Committee for a privately held oil and gas investment firm. He also serves on the Board of Directors of the Houston Methodist Hospital System and is a member of the Board of Stewards of Chapelwood United Methodist Church. He also serves on the Board of Directors of The Restoration Team – which we hope to learn more about in today's show.Mark Houser has been married to his wife Lou for 38 years. They have 4 married daughters and 9 grandchildren. Mark says he enjoys spending time with his family and friends at their ranch in South Texas, watching any sort of volleyball match available and following Texas A&M Athletics.The Restoration TeamChasing What Matters Website  

On this episode of Chasing What Matters, we listen to a podcast that Jacob was a guest on a few months ago. We hope you enjoy! 

Megan is the CEO of the popular online shop, Scarlet & Gold, the author of Give Grace, and the creator of the Overcome Journal. She grew up as a pastor's kid, and while the foundation of faith she was given is so important, it's the fires she's faced that have refined her heart and given her an unshakeable faith.Megan walked a hard road in pursuit of her lifelong dream to have children, and she's now Mom to three boys, who she affectionately calls "The Bad Business Club." Megan's journey to motherhood is only one piece of her story that's given her an important voice in the space of learning to overcome the hard stuff. She encourages women to overcome trials in their own lives and to give and receive grace in the process through her speaking, writing, and inspirational products.She lives in Alabama, ten hours away from her home state of Texas, where she and her husband Blake, a basketball coach, raise their young boys, twins Stisher and Eli and little baby James. Scarlet & GoldChasing What Matters Website

Our guest today is Brian Townley.  Brian - began a 26 year banking career at The National Banks of Central Texas which later became (NationalUnited), where he served as a Senior Vice President. There he began to help other banking executives discover their talents and motivation.  Soon he began doing it on an international stage. Brian has published leadership training videos – as well as authored 3 books on Leadership. Brian still speaks to a wide variety of audiences – and now in a partner in a real estate firm,  In his spare time, he still supports his local community and gives back to ministries and organizations than make a difference. Brian TownleyChasing What Matters Website

This week we welcome Dr. Jim Denison – a returning guest to our podcast.Dr. Denison is a cultural scholar, pastor, and author who helps people respond biblically and redemptively to the vital issues of our day through The Daily Article. He is the CEO of Dallas based Denison Ministries which is transforming 6.8 million lives through meaningful digital content from DenisonForum.org, First15.org, ChristianParenting.org, and FoundationsWithJanet.org. He is a widely sought speaker, podcaster, and subject-matter expert on radio about cultural issues from a biblical perspective and has taught on the philosophy of religion and apologetics at several seminaries. He is also a cultural consultant for various organizations that seek a Christian worldview on current events. Prior to launching Denison Forum in 2009, he pastored churches in Texas and Georgia. He holds a Ph.D. and a Master of Divinity from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. Jim and his wife, Janet, live in Dallas, Texas. They have two married sons and four grandchildren. Denison MinistriesChasing What Matters InstagramChasing What Matters Website

Austin Hardison is the Executive Director of Red Mountain Grace, a non-profit with the mission of providing housing for families receiving long-term medical care in Birmingham. He is married to McCall and they have a son, Charlie, and a daughter, Nelle . Austin is a Birmingham native, where he has spent the majority of his career in development for higher education and nonprofit organizations.Prior to Red Mountain Grace, Austin worked at the UAB School of Medicine and Lifeline Children's Services, contributing to a rich background in fundraising - from participating in large, national capital campaigns to managing communications, events  and a development team.Austin and McCall are members at Redeemer Community Church, where they lead a home group. When not with his family, Austin enjoys trying to improve his golf game instead of riding his road bike. He also has a passion for baseball and local restaurants.Red Mountain GraceChasing What Matters InstagramChasing What Matters Website

Our guests today is Ginger Nelson – Mayor of Amarillo, Texas. She is a graduate of Texas Tech with several degrees – including law. She and her husband – Kevin – moved to Amarillo in 1995 to begin work as an attorney, start their family and eventually she and Kevin opened their own law firm 8 years later.Besides being Mayor – Ginger is very involved in her community and her church's student ministry.Ginger and Kevin are proud parents to Madeleine, Pearse and Jace. The family attends Hillside Christian Church.Chasing What Matters InstagramChasing What Matters Website 

Our guests today is Waco Police Chief Sheryl Victorian.  Chief Victorian is a native Texan and a 28-year law enforcement professional. She was sworn in as the City of Waco's Chief of Police on March 15, 2021, after serving with the Houston Police Department for 28 years. In her role with the Houston Police Department – she served as an Assistant Chief of the Patrol Region 2 Command.  Her law enforcement experience includes assignments in the Major Offenders, Homicide, Special Victims, Internal Affairs, Training and the South Central and Southeast Patrol Divisions.  She has received a number of outstanding law enforcement awards throughout her career.She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Administration of Justice from Texas Southern University, a Master of Science Degree in Criminal Justice from the University of Houston, and a Doctor of Philosophy Degree in Administration of Justice from Texas Southern University. In her spare time, Chief Victorian is a playwright, and enjoys traveling, mentoring, teaching, and spending time with her family. Waco PDChasing What Matters Instagram Chasing What Matters Website

Our guests this week on #ChasingWhatMatters podcast is Scott Kedersha.Scott Kedersha is an author and serves as the Marriage & Family Pastor at Harris Creek Baptist Church. Through this ministry, he has helped more than 5,000 couples answer the question, "Ready or Knot?"Scott is married to Kristen, they have 4 sons and after serving at Watermark Community Church in Dallas for more than 12 years – they now live in Waco.Ready or KnotChasing What Matters InstagramChasing What Matters Website #leadership #faith #marriage #readyorknot #HarrisCreek@Skedersha @ReadBakerBooks @authorScottKedersha @ReadBakerBooks @Harris_Creek @HarrisCreekBC #HarrisCreek @jpokluda@skedersha  @ReadyOrKnotBook @readbakerbooks

Our guests today is Lynelle Zandstra. Lynelle is a national speaker, author, private practice counselor and coach.  Her practice centers around psycho-education coaching.  Lynelle is certified in marriage & family, grief & loss - and trauma counseling.  Lynelle works with couples and a large number of trauma survivors coming out of very legalistic (or shame based) religious backgrounds. She is also the author of ‘Choose Words, Choose Life – 51 Dates That Change Lives – and - Lynelle is married to Mario Zandstra, the President and CEO of Family Legacy – and a former guest from Season 1 of our podcast.  Lynelle and Mario are the parents of seven kids – and 10 Grandkids.  Lynelle ZandstraChasing What Matters InstagramChasing What Matters Website 

Our guests today are Marci and Paul Jobson.  Both of these former college soccer players later became college soccer coaches – and have now launched an instructional soccer program with a deeper purpose – called Warrior Way.  Paul and Marci coached together for 10 years – the first three at Northern Illinois University – and the past 7 years at Baylor University.  When they arrived at Baylor – Marci had been recruited as Head Coach for the Women's Soccer Team and in 2012 became the winningest coach in the Program's history.Paul later moved into the head coaching position and in 2019 became the winningest coach in the Program's history.  Both of these coaches have accomplished so much – but the thing they are most proud of is their family of 4 boys ranging in age from 12 – to – 5 – Miller, Grey, Nash, and Jett. Warrior Way SoccerChasing What Matters InstagramChasing What Matters Website

Matt Alexander is the Co-Founder and Executive Director at OneWorld Health. Since 2009, Matt has provided OneWorld Health with executive leadership and strategic direction in transitioning the organization from vision to reality. In addition to OneWorld Health, he now serves as the Managing Partner of FITS Socks. Matt has his MBA from the Moore School of Business at the University of South Carolina. He lives in Charleston, SC, with his wife and four children.FITS SocksOneWorldHealth Chasing What Matters InstagramChasing What Matters Website