In today’s episode, Kristin Todd, president and CEO of the Community Foundation of Northern Colorado, reflects on what it means to be an invested neighbor and community member. Drawing on more than three decades in Colorado philanthropy, Kristin shares insights on building trust, convening unlikely partners, and creating space for collaboration in an increasingly complex world.

Kristin discusses the unique role community foundations play as neutral, trusted conveners that bring civic leaders, nonprofit partners, and residents together to tackle shared challenges across both urban and rural communities.

At the heart of the conversation is a simple but powerful idea: leadership starts with showing up. Kristin explores how authentic relationships, regional thinking, and a willingness to listen can unlock solutions that no single organization can achieve alone.

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In today’s episode, meet Deidre Johnson, a “daughter of Denver” whose leadership is advancing health equity and strengthening community across the Metro area. Deidre shares about her early roots, how she was shaped by a family grounded in service, and the impact of her father's entrepreneurial mindset.

Since stepping into leadership at the Center for African American Health in 2015, Deidre has helped transform the organization into a trusted hub for connection, prevention, and support. She reflects on growing the Center’s reach through community-led programs, partnership-driven care, and a new facility that brings neighbors together for everything from wellness resources to parenting support and mental health services. At the heart of her approach is a simple commitment: meet people with dignity, listen closely, and build solutions alongside the community.

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In today’s episode, hear 2010 Scholar Lisa Reid’s inspiring story of creativity, courage, and community impact. From Brighton, Lisa co-founded The Showtimes, a national livestock magazine, with her siblings as a teenager after seeing a need for more representative storytelling in Western agriculture.

Lisa gives advice to other entrepreneurs and shows how business can be a force for good, emphasizing that values-based leadership and perseverance are the tools to build a lasting, uplifting enterprise.

What started as a 32-page local publication has grown into a respected nationwide media and marketing company celebrating people, place, and purpose in agriculture. Now, Lisa's work helps a nationwide audience understand ag through the authentic voices of agriculturalists and industry leaders.

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