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Leading with Grace: Edward Larrañaga on Faith, Service, and Legacy (EPS. 77)

Edward Larrañaga: 
President: The Catholic Foundation - Archdiocese of Santa Fe
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Edward Larrañaga is the President of The Catholic Foundation of the Archdiocese of Santa Fe, where he leads with a deep sense of faith-driven purpose. His work centers on empowering generosity—guiding donors, parishes, and schools to build lasting financial foundations that sustain the Church’s mission. Known for his compassionate, hands-on leadership, Edward blends service, stewardship, and spiritual vision to ensure the light of the gospel continues to shine in his community.
Rooted in compassion and guided by a personal approach, Edward believes true leadership begins with listening and serving others. His work is about more than managing assets—it’s about empowering generosity, building trust, and helping donors fulfill their calling to make a lasting impact. Inspired by the words of Pope Francis, “Grace is not part of consciousness; it is the amount of light in our souls, not knowledge nor reason,” Edward sees leadership as an act of grace—one that illuminates lives through faith, purpose, and action.
𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 Edward Larrañaga:👇
🔹 https://www.linkedin.com/in/edward-larranaga-073b581b/
🔹 https://www.facebook.com/ThecatholicfoundationNM
🔹 https://www.thecatholicfoundation.org/make-a-donation/
🔹 https://www.thecatholicfoundation.org/
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Cassidy Mann: Making Homilies Shareable for Maximum Impact (EPS. 76)

Cassidy Mann
Co-Founder ➢ PriestPro ➢ https://priestpro.com/resources
Catholic Video Strategist ➢ DM Productions ➢ https://dm.productions/
Cassidy Mann is the Co-Founder of PriestPro, a Catholic AI platform that transforms homilies into shareable content. With expertise in video production, editing, and digital marketing, Cassidy helps amplify meaningful messages through creative media and strategic storytelling. She is Passionate about bridging faith and innovation, Cassidy brings a strong background in creative media to her mission of amplifying voices within the Church.
With top skills in video production, editing, graphic design, and social media marketing, she has a proven track record of helping leaders and organizations expand their digital reach. Cassidy’s expertise extends across content strategy, brand marketing, podcasting, and event promotion—making her a dynamic force in both creative storytelling and faith-driven digital innovation.
𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 Cassidy Mann:👇
🔹 https://www.linkedin.com/in/cassidyatpriestpro
🔹 https://www.facebook.com/cassidy.at.priestpro
🔹 https://www.youtube.com/@DMProductionsHQ
🔹 https://www.youtube.com/@priestpro
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Leading Beyond the Badge: Dr. Nicholson’s Blueprint for Success (EPS.75)

Dr. Larry G. “Nick” Nicholson:
Managing Partner - The Nicholson Group, LLC
He has held prestigious positions such as:
FBI Program Manager – Intelligence Analyst Training
Special Assistant – FBI Assistant Director
FBI National Academy Leadership Instructor
Director – Center for Civil Force Protection (U.S. DOJ-funded)
Special Agent in Charge of Standards & Evaluation – U.S. Department of Energy
Bureau Chief – New Mexico Department of Public Safety
International Fellow & Group Leader – Australian Institute of Police Management (AIPM)
Author – Multiple books on law enforcement and executive protection
Certified Executive Coach & DISC Assessment Trainer
Dr. Larry “Nick” Nicholson, Ph.D, is a seasoned law enforcement and national security executive with over three decades of experience leading intelligence, training, and organizational development initiatives. He has served in top roles at the FBI, U.S. Department of Energy, and state public safety agencies, overseeing training for hundreds of analysts and guiding major law enforcement programs. 
An expert in leadership, behavioral organizational development, and executive coaching, Dr. Nicholson has delivered over 600 programs worldwide and authored multiple books on law enforcement, executive protection, and professional development. He holds a Ph.D. in Police Administration and advanced certifications in positive psychology and strategic leadership. His work has earned numerous federal awards and international recognition, reflecting his lifelong commitment to excellence in leadership and training.
Dr. Nicholson favors Mark Twain’s view on training:
“There is nothing training cannot do. Nothing is above its reach. It can turn bad morals to good; it can destroy bad principles and recreate good ones; it can lift men to 'Angel Ship'."
𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 Dr. Nicholson:👇
🔹 https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-nicholson-4185989/
🔹 https://www.facebook.com/nicholsongroup
🔹 https://tngsolutions.com/
🔹 https://aslan.llc/
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Full Circle Leadership: Robert Chavez’s Journey from YDI Youth to CEO (EPS. 74)

Robert Chavez:
Chief Executive Officer - Youth Development, Inc. (YDI)
Robert Chavez, CEO of Youth Development Inc. (YDI), is the embodiment of YDI’s generational impact. At just 14, he joined YDI’s youth employment program, and today he leads the entire organization. Now as CEO, he oversees programs in education, employment, training, and behavioral health that empower families and transform communities.
With a distinguished career in both state government, private sector and nonprofit leadership, Chavez is committed to breaking cycles of poverty and creating lasting opportunities for low- and moderate-income communities. His journey reflects YDI’s mission of shaping brighter futures across generations.
𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 Robert Chavez:👇
🔹 https://www.linkedin.com/in/robert-chavez-2b8718b3/
🔹 https://www.facebook.com/robert.chavez.39948
🔹 https://www.youtube.com/@YDINM
🔹 https://www.ydinm.org
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Anya Parasher: Policy with Purpose for New Mexico’s Future (EPS. 73)

Anya Parasher: 
Congressional Intern | Stanford '28
Student Intern
Internship United States · Internship
Washington DC-Baltimore Area · On-site — Jun 2025 - Present
Interning for Senator Martin Heinrich
Anya Parasher, a Stanford University student studying Public Policy and Economics, is passionate about improving the lives of New Mexicans through research and policy. With experience at Project ECHO, the UNM Center for Social Policy, the City of Albuquerque Mayor’s Office, and U.S. Senator Martin Heinrich’s Office, she focuses on housing, economic development, energy, and welfare.
𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝘼𝙣𝙮𝙖 𝙋𝙖𝙧𝙖𝙨𝙝𝙚𝙧:👇
🔹 https://www.linkedin.com/in/anya-parasher/
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Go Forth, Be Great: Building a Legacy of Faith & Leadership with Kristin Smith (EPS. 72)

Kristin Smith
Executive Director: Catholic Community Foundation of Mid-Michigan
Kristin Smith is the Executive Director of the Catholic Community Foundation of Mid-Michigan, where she leads efforts to inspire charitable giving and steward resources that support parishes, schools, and ministries across the Diocese of Saginaw. With a mission grounded in faith and community impact, she ensures donor generosity is managed responsibly and invested according to Catholic values—helping create a lasting legacy of service and spiritual growth for generations to come.
𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝙆𝙧𝙞𝙨𝙩𝙞𝙣 𝙎𝙢𝙞𝙩𝙝:👇
🔹 https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristin-smith-1b643522a/
🔹 https://www.facebook.com/kristin.smith.5872682
🔹 https://ccfmm.org
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Leading with Purpose: Joellyn Cicciarelli on Mission-Driven Leadership (EPS. 71)

Joellyn Cicciarelli: 
​​President/Publisher: Loyola Press
Publisher: 4U2B Books & Media, an imprint of Loyola Press
Joellyn Cicciarelli is the President and Publisher of Loyola Press and its imprint, 4U2B Books & Media. She brings deep senior-level leadership experience, with a proven ability to set vision and strategy, collaborate with boards, and oversee daily operations. Known for her self-driven and goal-oriented style, Joellyn leads by example—building efficient processes, motivating teams through collaboration, and consistently delivering results that provide strong ROI.
Her leadership is grounded in Jesuit values, aligning organizational goals with Loyola Press’s mission while fostering a culture of engagement, encouragement, and purpose.
𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝙅𝙤𝙚𝙡𝙡𝙮𝙣 𝘾𝙞𝙘𝙘𝙞𝙖𝙧𝙚𝙡𝙡𝙞:👇
🔹 https://www.linkedin.com/in/joellyn-c-186425114/
🔹 https://www.facebook.com/joellyn.cicciarelli
🔹 https://www.loyolapress.com/
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From Complexity to Clarity: John Spence on Results-Driven Leadership (EPS. 70)

John Spence:
Global Business Expert | Keynote Speaker | Executive Coach | Corporate Trainer
Known for Making Complex Ideas Clear, Practical & Actionable
Managing Partner: John Spence LLC
Fulbright Specialist: U.S. Department of State (Contract)
Instructor: SIFMA (Contract)
Senior Instructor: America's Credit Unions (Contract)
Strategic Partner: Pivot & Pace
Masterclass Instructor: The Growth Faculty (Contract)
Instructor: Entrepreneurs'​ Organization (Contract)
Guest Lecturer: The Wharton School (Freelance)
John Spence is a globally recognized business expert, keynote speaker, executive coach, and corporate trainer with over 30 years of experience helping organizations—from midsize firms to Fortune 10 giants—solve complex challenges with clear, actionable strategies. 
At 26, John Spence became CEO of an international Rockefeller foundation, leading projects in 20 countries. Since then, he has led four companies and received numerous awards recognizing his work in leadership and business excellence.
He has been named a Top Global Thought Leader in Business Strategy, Coaching, and Culture by Thinkers360, and one of the Top Leadership Voices by LeadersHum, alongside Simon Sinek and Brené Brown.
Inc. Magazine listed him among the Top 100 Leadership Speakers, alongside Jim Collins, Patrick Lencioni, and Seth Godin. He has also been honored by Thinkers50, and the American Management Association named him one of America’s Top Leaders to Watch, alongside visionaries like Sergey Brin and Jeff Bezos.
𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝙅𝙤𝙝𝙣 𝙎𝙥𝙚𝙣𝙘𝙚:👇
🔹 https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnbspence/
🔹 https://www.youtube.com/@JohnSpence
🔹 https://johnspence.com/
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