In this New Year episode, a Youth Traffic Safety Town Hall Ambassador offers a moment of pause reminding listeners to breathe, reflect, and move into the year ahead with intention.

This message centers calm, awareness, and responsibility as foundations for personal growth, safety, and community well-being.

In this special edition episode, Gionni reflects on his goals for 2025 and shares why financial literacy is essential — not just for managing money, but for understanding how generational wealth is built over time.

This conversation centers youth voice, intentional planning, and the mindset required to think long-term about opportunity, responsibility, and growth.

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The Voices of The Future share their excitement, goals, and words of encouragement as a new school year begins. From setting intentions to embracing new opportunities, this short episode is a reminder that every step in learning brings us closer to our dreams.

In this episode of the CDMA Business Model Academy Podcast, we meet Alicia, a junior videographer bringing fresh vision and creativity to the world of digital media.

Alicia shares her journey into videography, the skills she’s building on set, and the challenges and wins of stepping into the professional world while still early in her career. From mastering camera techniques to learning the art of storytelling through visuals, Alicia reflects on how each project shapes her craft and her confidence.

This conversation offers a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to stand out in media production—and why emerging professionals like Alicia are the future of the industry.

Key Takeaways:

• How on-the-job experience accelerates skill development

• The importance of creative collaboration in media work

• Balancing technical skills with storytelling artistry

• Advice for other young creatives entering the workforce

Meet Akiba: Real World Experience. Real Impact. R

In this episode of the CDMA Business Model Academy Podcast, we meet Akiba a rising career professional whose journey from classroom to workplace embodies the power of real-world learning.

Akiba opens up about what it’s like to step into the professional arena as an intern and emerging leader, why youth perspectives matter in decision-making spaces, and how hands-on experience shapes both confidence and career direction.

Through honest reflection, Akiba shares moments of growth, lessons learned on the job, and insights for other young professionals finding their voice in the workplace. It’s a conversation about more than just “getting experience”—it’s about making an impact.

Key Takeaways:

• How internships and apprenticeships create career-defining moments

• The value of youth insight in professional environments

• Reflection as a tool for growth and leadership readiness

In this episode of the CDMA Business Model Academy Podcast, we sit down with youth and young professionals—from interns to apprentices—who are stepping into the workforce with fresh ideas, bold perspectives, and a clear message: "We want to be heard."

Through candid conversations, our Rising Career Professionals share why their voices are essential in shaping today’s workplaces, how their lived experiences fuel innovation, and why companies that actively listen to young talent often stay ahead of the curve.

From breaking down generational stereotypes to offering actionable ideas for fostering collaboration across age and experience levels, this episode dives deep into the power of equitable dialogue, mentorship, and shared leadership in Career & Technical Education pathways.

Whether you’re a CEO, educator, mentor, or emerging professional yourself, this conversation will challenge you to rethink whose ideas are being invited to the table—and how those ideas can drive measurable impact in every industry.

Key Themes:

• Empowerment and self-advocacy for youth in professional settings

• The role of interns and apprentices in shaping workplace culture

• How the CDMA Business Model’s 4E Cycle (Empower, Enrich, Engage, Explore) supports career readiness

• Strategies for employers to engage and retain rising talent

Episode Twelve | From Awareness to Action: Youth Accountability in Motion
Leading Social Impact Series: Voices of the Future
Presented by CDMA Business Model Academy

Awareness is only the beginning—action is where change lives.
In Episode Twelve, CDMA Business Model Academy highlights how apprentices are turning powerful pledges into everyday practice. Following the momentum of the Glow Up Pledge and citywide engagement, youth take responsibility for leading safe, smart, and socially responsible lives—not just at events, but in school, at home, and in their communities.

Episode highlights:
How peer accountability is reshaping youth culture in real time
The mindset behind making positive choices in everyday life
Real stories from apprentices stepping into leadership with confidence
Continued community support from trusted adults and partners

This episode is a reminder that youth don’t just need to be heard—they need to be supported as they lead with intention.

🎧 Because the glow doesn’t stop at the pledge—it’s in how we live every day.

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Beyond the Glow: Youth Leading Change, One Choice at a Time
Leading Social Impact Series: Voices of the Future
Presented by CDMA Business Model Academy

In Episode Eleven, we take a powerful pause to reflect on the lasting ripple effects of the Glow Up Pledge and the recent Youth Traffic Safety Town Hall. With the summer winding down, CDMA apprentices remind us that leadership isn’t seasonal—it’s daily.

💡 In this episode:
🚦 We follow up with youth leaders who turned moments into movements
🗣️ Hear what it meant to take the pledge and inspire peers to do the same
🌆 See how community trust and consistent support shape safer choices
📈 And celebrate how continued collaboration keeps Legacy in Motion

This episode is a tribute to youth-led progress, the power of presence, and the promise of a safer, brighter tomorrow driven by purpose.

🎧 It’s not just what we do in the moment—it’s what we build for the future. One choice. One pledge. One leader at a time.

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