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Luke’s life quote is "Live as if you were to die tomorrow. Learn as if you were to live forever." -Mahatma Gandhi

Luke is a lifetime learner—that journey has led him to try just about everything--at least 13 jobs at last count. From jobs as a paperboy, janitor, farmer, painter, sales clerk, sports writer, software and international salesman, food bank guy, fundraiser and youth advocate, Luke continues to learn a LOT. Over the past year, Luke has served as the Downtown Pasco Development Authority’s director and he is excited to share what he has learned on the job and how you can get involved in creating a downtown that ALL of us can be proud of. Luke is the proud father to two amazing girls and loves spending time with them. He also loves kayaking, camping, travel, festivals and serving in the community.

Dee is Chief of Staff at CH2M HILL Plateau Remediation Company, a prime engineering and environmental contractor for the U.S. Department of Energy at the Hanford Site. In her current role, Dee manages government affairs and strategic projects.  

Dee’s background includes business management and strategic consultation. She has served in various leadership roles within large companies as well as supported business development in small businesses focusing on engaging relationships. Dee built her own company and served as a communication consultant for CH2M HILL’s leadership team prior to coming in as a core member of its contract transitions group. Prior to that role, Dee served as Chief of Staff to the Chief Financial Officer of Fluor Hanford.

Dee is a strategic thinker, motivated by challenging roles that bring teams together.  Her strengths include organizational communication and bringing business strategies to fruition. Her passion includes facilitating teams through challenging concepts.

She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in English and Communications as well as a Master of Business Administration.

In the 80s and 90s, Kathy Goodwin was keeping the company of music stars and moving to brand-new states completely on a whim. Now as a mother of two in Mansfield, she is a fierce advocate for the future of her hometown - and she believes it lies in the hands of the younger generations. 

Click here to learn more about Element of Art Studio. 

This episode title pays homage to the Netherlands - the homeland of Edward Akinyemi - by asking "Why the hell am I here?" in Dutch. Yes, there are obvious differences between living and traveling across Europe versus a Midwestern town, as Edward is often asked. But, he says, it's important to remember "we're all just human beings, just like any other place." 

Click here to learn more about Edward's job with the North End Community Improvement Collaborative. 

Damien Beauford knows the meaning of hard time - both inside and outside of prison. But driven by a personal prophecy and the love of his family, he's striving to tell his story as a way to serve others...and to create his own happy ending. 

Click here to learn more about The Ridge Project. 

Click here to learn about Storyside Church. 

Click here to visit Damien at Barberz Inc. in Mansfield. 

In this episode we bid a bittersweet farewell to Jasmine Evans, formerly of Richland Source, as she heads on a missions trip to the Himalayas - something she's felt called to do for quite some time.

Click here to follow along with Jasmine's journey on her blog. 

From Arizona to California to Ohio, Nikki Lewis discusses the twists and turns life takes to bring you where you are today.

Click here for more information about Nikki's job at the Richland Area Chamber of Commerce. 

Meet Jake Penwell, a native of Shelby, Ohio and fully-involved community member with an unusual occupation and a fascinating perspective.

Click here more information about Jake & Turner Funeral Home. 

Meet your host Brittany Schock as she discusses the mission behind the "Why The Hell Am I Here?" podcast and her own journey to get where she is today. 

Mansfield Senior Football Head Coach and former BGSU football standout, Chioke Bradley sat down with us to talk coaching and much more. Coach Bradley is a great storyteller and gives us some insight on the difference between players now vs when he played, coaching his son, and what he strives for most as a coach. 

Lexington Minutemen football standout Cade Stover sits down with Curt and Noah to discuss being recruited by Ohio State, life on the farm, and more!