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In How Did I Get Here Episode 53, join me for the career story reflections of Katie Brinkley, Social Media Strategist. As an only child she’s super active, so her parents keep her super busy with sports, horseback riding, acting and modeling. She keeps herself busy by creating a radio show in her bedroom, commercials and all.

In How Did I Get Here Episode 52, join me for the career story reflections of Jennifer Henneman, Associate Curator in the Petrie Institute of Western American Art at the Denver Art Museum. Not knowing what she wants to do for a career, she follows her interest in studio art and French to guide her in selecting this double major.

In How Did I Get Here Episode 51, join me for the career story reflections of Kelley Colvin, Research Instructor at the Anschutz Medical Campus. A story about pivotal moments at a young age that help her learn and grow into the person she is today.

In How Did I Get Here Episode 50, join me as I recap and highlight key characteristics, strengths, ah ha moments and words of wisdom from the last nine interviews.

In How Did I Get Here Episode 49, join me for the career story reflections of Danny Chacon, master trainer in the field of martial arts & professional athlete. As a youngster he wants to be a nurse or doctor, but without the financial means to do so, he shifts his focus to business.

In How Did I Get Here Episode 48, join me for the career story reflections of Gayla Wick, Love Relationship Coach & Author. With a strong sense of justice at an early age, she knew by age 8 that she wanted to be a police officer/detective. And she did it! She became the first female police officer for the Concord Police Department.

In How Did I Get Here Episode 46, join me for the career story reflections of Suzanne Mitchell, President of Zamar Screen Printing, Inc. Her dream is to be a stay at home mom, but that all changes when she and her husband decide to start their own printing company after the one, he was working for, burns to the ground and the owner decides not to rebuild.

https://youtu.be/-UfHESUsGAI Curating Career Life Stories: How Did I Get Here? Episode 45 - An interview with Adam Kemper Join me for the career story reflections of Adam Kemper, Client Acquisition Manager at Plumb Marketing. He starts his career journey doing what he...

In How Did I Get Here Episode 44, join me for the career story reflections of Diane Zile, CEO and founder of JERA Partnerships, LLC. A journey with a leadership theme starting as early as the fourth grade.

In How Did I Get Here Episode 43, join me for the career story reflections of Skylar del Sol, professional volleyball player and master coach. One of the rare stories knowing what he wanted to be at a very young age and then doing it!

In How Did I Get Here Episode 42, join me for the career story reflections of David DeCamillis, VP of Sales & Marketing for Platte River Networks. A journey about starting over (multiple times), taking risks and playing big!

In How Did I Get Here Episode 41, join me for the career story reflections of Tripp Gebhard, multi-generational wealth planner. Find out how growing up in a multi-generational wealthy family shaped his perception of the world and his self-worth. As he reaches adulthood, he finds himself feeling lost and not sure how he fits in.

In How Did I Get Here Episode 40, join me as I recap and highlight key characteristics, strengths, ah ha moments and words of wisdom from the last nine interviews.

In How Did I Get Here Episode 39, join me for the career story reflections of Raylene Decatur, leadership transition & strategy consultant. A rare story of knowing at age 8 that she wanted to be a museum director and then achieving that dream!

In How Did I Get Here Episode 38, join me for the career story reflections of Erica Duran, international business coach & lifestyle mentor. A journey of transition and evolution — transitioning from corporate to entrepreneurship to coaching while continually evolving her areas expertise.

In How Did I Get Here Episode 37, join me for the career story reflections of Bob Neuman, business partner with BBSI, a management consulting firm. His is a story of transformation, a theme he discovers about his career later in life.

In How Did I Get Here Episode 36, join me for the career story reflections of Cheryl Campbell, independent director on two boards. A journey navigating the gas utility industry, working her way up the corporate ranks and now sitting on the board of the director’s side.

In How Did I Get Here Episode 35, join me or the career story reflections of Kaitlyn Tucek, Artist. At a young age she knew she wanted to be an artist when she grew up, figuring out how to get there, and what “there” looks like, that is her story.

In How Did I Get Here Episode 34, join me for the career story reflections of Chris Koch, Director of Membership and Strategic Partnerships at Colorado Thought Leadership Forum (CTLF). A Colorado native and ski racer whose journey starts by discovering careers that aren’t a fit.

In How Did I Get Here Episode 33, join me for the career story reflections of Helen Raleigh, CFA, Founder & Chief Investment Officer of Red Meadows Advisors, LLC, and author. Hear her story about growing up in China and how being the youngest of three children, and the adventurous one, got her to America!

In How Did I Get Here Episode 32, join me for the career story reflections of Brian Strandes, owner of 9 to 5 Search and 10 til 2. A journey based on a philosophy that it’s all about what you make of it, which started in school for Brian, where he played sports, was student rep on student council and a member of a fraternity.

In How Did I Get Here Episode 31, join me for the career story reflections of RH Hinkson, business owner and writer. A perfect example of living the American Dream — where he starts out as a young man sweeping floors and then ends up owning the company!

In How Did I Get Here Episode 30, I thought it was the perfect time to pause and reflect on what I’ve been learning, share a few fun facts and highlight some of the words of wisdom from the last nine episodes.

In How Did I Get Here Episode 29, join me for the career story reflections of Brenda Kaser-Burger, Board of Director Certified and CEO of Conscious Investing Group, LLC. While as a young person she wants to be a wild animal trainer, her journey traverses technology and leadership. She does ultimately enjoy a stint running a non-profit featuring wild animals!

In How Did I Get Here Episode 28, join me for the career story reflections of Carol Ann Bartz, VP of PM Excellence. She describes her career in two parts, the first part involving some floundering and figuring things out, then the second part where she hits her groove!

In How Did I Get Here Episode 27, join me for the career story reflections of Kent Frazier, Chief Evolutionary Officer. A journey guided by integrity while experiencing the sequential booms and busts of both the dot.com and housing industries.

In How Did I Get Here Episode 26, check out my interview with Rob Ham, Principal & Owner of Rob-Ham Marketing Communications. His journey starts with a move to NYC to pursue his dream of being an actor, where he lands a week-long stint on a soap opera and a few off, off, off Broadway theater gigs. But his dream is disrupted in his early twenties with a serious medical diagnosis bringing him back to his family in Colorado.

In How Did I Get Here Episode 24, join me for the career story reflections of Sarah Hendricks, Director of Community Relations and Marketing at one of Denver’s biggest landmarks: Union Station. In college, she finds her way through hands-on discovery working internships in radio, television and public relations.

In How Did I Get Here Episode 22, join me for the career story reflections of Shane Bauman, president of two companies, RISE & Prosper Bridge. A leadership and entrepreneurial journey guided by values, faith and God.