WARFIGHTERS UNITED: Episode 2 – Jon Sofronas
WARFIGHTERS UNITED: Episode 2 – Jon Sofronas
In this episode of the Warfighters United Podcast, we continue our conversation with Jon Sofronas surrounding TBI, PTSD, and the growing discussion around Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) as a potential treatment option for veterans battling invisible wounds. We also talk about Corpsman Compass and the work being done to support and guide those who have served. Join us for an honest conversation focused on awareness, advocacy, and making a difference for the veteran community.
CLIENT STORY: Able Eyes – Consumers Credit Union
CLIENT STORY: Able Eyes – Consumers Credit Union
More Than a Job: Exploring STEMM Opportunities at Consumers Credit Union
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When people think about financial institutions, they often think about loans, checking accounts, and transactions. But behind every branch, every member interaction, and every financial solution is a team of people working to make a difference in their communities.
At Consumers Credit Union, that mission extends far beyond banking.
Since 1951, Consumers Credit Union has grown into a thriving organization with 33 branches and continued expansion across Michigan. Along the way, they’ve built a reputation not only for serving members but also for investing in the people who make that service possible. For […]
14TH ANNUAL DEUCEY AWARDS: Positive Somebody
14TH ANNUAL DEUCEY AWARDS: Positive Somebody
Positive Somebody Wins Most Inspirational Video of the Year at the 14th Annual Deucey Awards
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Some stories start with a business plan. Others start with a personal experience that sparks a mission. For Jenny, founder of Positive Somebody, that mission grew out of her own childhood.
At the 14th Annual Deucey Awards, Positive Somebody was recognized with the Most Inspirational Video of the Year Award, a reflection of both the organization’s impact and the story behind it. But the award is only part of the story. The real story is about helping children understand their emotions, build healthy coping skills, and discover that their feelings […]
UNHOUSED & UNFILTERED: Season 1 Episode 4
UNHOUSED & UNFILTERED: Season 1 Episode 4
In this episode, guest Johanna Kononen (Michigan Coalition to End Domestic and Sexual Violence) explores the critical link between domestic abuse and sexual assault and the disproportionate rates of homelessness among women and children.
She discusses how unsafe home environments often force individuals to flee with little to no resources, leaving them vulnerable to housing instability. The conversation highlights the systemic gaps in support services, the challenges survivors face in securing safe and stable housing, and the importance of trauma-informed approaches.
Johanna also underscores the need for stronger community responses and policy solutions to prevent homelessness before it begins.
CLIENT STORY: Communities in Schools of Michigan – Heart-Centered Advocacy
CLIENT STORY: Communities in Schools of Michigan – Heart-Centered Advocacy
Heart-Centered Advocacy: How Shontia Young Is Making a Difference at Detroit Merit Academy
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Some of the most important people in a school building aren’t always standing at the front of a classroom. They’re the people who notice when a student seems different. The people who ask questions before making assumptions. The people who understand that behind every challenge, there’s often a story waiting to be heard.
At Detroit Merit Academy, that person is Shontia Young. As the school’s attendance liaison, Shontia’s job title only tells part of the story. While attendance is certainly part of her work, her real impact comes […]
MISSION CONTROL: Dave Ellingson – My Inspiration
MISSION CONTROL: Dave Ellingson – My Inspiration
Mission Control Season 6: The Mentor Behind the Mission – Dave Ellingson and the Roots of UnoDeuce Multimedia
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Twenty-five years is a long time to do anything.
For UnoDeuce Multimedia, it represents 25 years of helping nonprofits, community organizations, and businesses tell stories that matter. It represents thousands of interviews, countless hours of editing, and a commitment to amplifying missions that make communities stronger.
As Mission Control enters its sixth season, we’re taking a different approach.
For the first five seasons, the podcast focused primarily on nonprofit leaders, executive directors, and changemakers. We explored the journeys behind the organizations serving communities every day. This season, however, […]