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On Episode 4 of Discover The Difference, we have the pleasure of speaking with Nancy Gale. The founder of JAMAH, an American luxury handbag company, and Ambition, a non-profit serving disadvantaged youth, shares her story of perseverance over hardship and how her success in both endeavors is intertwined. She is a self-described visionary who believes it takes the long haul to get good at something you believe in. Listen to her inspiring story about going forward despite setbacks and owning your life.

On Episode 3 of Discover the Difference, we chat with self-described social entrepreneur and CEO of Alder, Michael Davidson. Get ready to learn and grow your outlook on how you can positively impact society as Michael shares his perspectives on societal issues, world events and what it means to be a generational leader.

On S2E2 of Discover the Difference, we have the pleasure of speaking with the inspiring Jesse Smith. The 5X Olympian and former team captain of the US Water Polo Team proves that he’s not just an Olympian, but a force of energy, enthusiasm and insight. Jesse gives great advice about associating with people who are willing to help others up in business and in life. Hear more about Jesse’s post-water polo career and transitioning into the professional world on Discover the Difference.

Let's take a trip down memory lane. Discover the Difference hosts Jamie Reid and Gabe Erle from C3 are joined by Wayne Partello from CUENTO to talk about the highlights from the first season of the podcast. From a former NFL star to motivational speakers to entrepreneurs and community leaders making a difference, we'll share our favorite moments and some of the best Q&A with our guests. You'll also get a preview of what you can expect from Season 2, dropping on September 22.

Scott Mason joins Discover the Difference to share his triumphant story and mission to help people discover their purpose. His story starts with alienation as a biracial child growing up in the Midwest and the inability to find anyone like him. Determined to overcome adversity, Scott found unexpected professional success and the courage to come out as LGBTQ+. Listen to how he uses connectivity to help people discover their purpose in life - both professionally and personally.

This week we take you on an adventure to the great Alaskan outdoors on Discover the Difference. We chat with the ultra-dynamic owner of Chelatna Lake Lodge, Matt Bertke, about our five-day experience in Alaska. Matt guided us through fly fishing and helicopter rides to untouched lakes, taught us a new drinking game - hockey - and we got ‘iced'…several times. By the end of the podcast, you’ll be planning your next trip to Alaska to visit the very special Chelatna Lake Lodge.

On our Discover the Difference podcast, Phil Dana from Dendreon shares his vision for how HR organizations will run in the future. He has worked with companies like Amazon and Intuit to understand organizational needs and aspirations and then reverse engineers what the talent pool needs to be through a combination of recruiting and professional development.

On episode six, Hannah Allen from Project Concern International joins the Discover the Difference podcast to spotlight the important work her company does to bring awareness to sex trafficking. Learn more about the topic and how the business community can take an active role in preventing sex trafficking.

Scott Huesing is a best-selling author and retired Marine whose brutal honesty and charisma makes for a fascinating Episode 5. His book, Echo in Ramadi, details his combat experience from '06-'07 as the Echo Company Commander in the deadliest city in Iraq.