In Sault Ste. Marie, long winters, hockey, and relentless work ethic forged the foundation of Lou Nanne's life.

Now a Minnesota hockey icon, Lou reflects on the formative moments that shaped his journey—from a legendary hockey career to his success in business and lasting impact on the community. He shares powerful lessons on character, leadership, and why work ethic will always matter more than raw talent.

Lou also opens up about marriage, family, mentorship, and the importance of letting the next generation find their own path—offering wisdom that resonates far beyond the rink.

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In this episode, Sean Sweeney's path into real estate development was anything but traditional. From growing up with no exposure to investing, to pursuing acting, to starting his career as a receptionist, Sean shares the winding road that ultimately led him to build thousands of housing units and launch his own development firm.

Sean reflects on what it was like to start at the bottom, the personal turning points that pushed him to bet on himself, and the realization that time is not guaranteed.

This episode is a powerful reminder that careers are built over time.

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What if real change doesn’t come from one organization—but from an entire community moving together?

Sondra Samuels, President and CEO of the Northside Achievement Zone, shares her remarkable journey—from corporate leadership and Peace Corps service to building one of the country’s most collaborative, community-driven models of support. She unpacks the importance of building community-wide systems of support, that belief and visibility are crucial in a child's success, and how one act of kindness creates lasting ripple effects.

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