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Pete Hegseth serves as Chief Executive Officer for Concerned Veterans for America. Prior to this, he served America with distinction in military service. Pete appears regularly on Fox News Channel as a contributor—including weekly segments on FOX & Friends and The Kelly File. He has appeared on numerous CNN, MSNBC, The Blaze, and C-SPAN programs. He has written multiple columns in the Wall Street Journal and Washington Post; and is a frequent contributor to National Review Online. Pete is interviewed by Brian Watson, Founder and CEO of the Opportunity Coalition and Northstar Commercial Partners.  To learn more about Pete and Concerned Veteran's For America, visit their website: http://cv4a.org.

As President and CEO of Young Americans, Rich is responsible for managing and ensuring the success of the Young Americans Bank and the nonprofit programs of Young Americans Center for Financial Education. In this episode of the Opportunity Coalition Podcast, you’ll hear Brian and Rich discuss Young American’s and the extraordinary work Rich is doing with young entrepreneurs.  Rich is interviewed by Brian Watson, Founder and CEO of the Opportunity Coalition and Northstar Commercial Partners.  To learn more about Rich and Young American’s Bank, visit their website: https://yacenter.org

Dr. Weekes is a medical oncologist specializing in pancreatic cancer. Dr. Weekes focuses his time developing new clinical trials and new therapies for treating pancreatic cancer. In this episode of the Opportunity Coalition Podcast, Brian and Colin discuss the statistics of pancreatic cancer, what types of new and unique treatments are available, how to decrease your risk of cancer, if marijuana actually helps cancer patients, and what the University of Colorado and Dr. Weekes are doing to increase survivability of patients with pancreatic cancer. Dr. Weekes is interviewed by Brian Watson, Founder and CEO of the Opportunity Coalition and Northstar Commercial Partners.  To learn more about the University of Colorado Cancer Center visit: http://oprtnty.co/1Jd4WbE To learn more about Dr. Weekes and his research visit: http://oprtnty.co/1HXU6EN

Dr. David Bobb is the President of the Bill of Rights Institute, a 501(c)3 organization that develops instructional materials and educational programs that engage students and teachers with America’s Founding documents and principles. This episode of the Opportunity Coalition Podcast takes an in-depth look at how Constitutional principles are being lost, what the Bill of Rights Institute is doing to educate the current generation of students, and how to support the Bill of Rights Institute. David is interviewed by Brian Watson, Founder and CEO of the Opportunity Coalition and Northstar Commercial Partners. To learn more about the Bill of Rights Institute visit: http://billofrightsinstitute.org/

Phyllis Hendry is President and CEO of Lead Like Jesus, a global leadership development organization. In this episode of the Opportunity Coalition Podcast, you’ll hear Brian and Phyllis discuss how Lead Like Jesus is impacting leaders and communities around the world, how every culture is suffering from a lack of leadership, and what Lead Like Jesus is doing to change the world. Phyllis is interviewed by Brian Watson, Founder and CEO of the Opportunity Coalition and Northstar Commercial Partners. To learn more about Phyllis and Lead Like Jesus, please visit: www.leadlikejesus.com

Kylie Stupka is the Executive Director of Youth Entrepreneurs, a non-profit organization that teaches business and entrepreneurial education in 41 high schools across Kansas and Missouri. In this episode of the Opportunity Coalition Podcast, you’ll hear Brian and Kylie discuss how students view the entrepreneurial spirit, how profit helps an economy, and what Kylie and Youth Entrepreneurs are doing to educate and inspire young entrepreneurs. Kylie is interviewed by Brian Watson, Founder and CEO of the Opportunity Coalition and Northstar Commercial Partners. For more information about Youth Entrepreneurs please visit their website: www.youthentrepreneurs.org

Evan ran for Congress in 2012 in Pennsylvania. He is currently the President of Generation Opportunity which addresses the needs of young Americans. In this episode of the Opportunity Coalition Podcast, you'll hear startling statistics for young Americans: 14% are unemployed and over 30% have returned to living with parents. Evan and Generation Opportunity are working hard to fix those issues and many more by connecting and engaging young Americans online, on campus, and in their communities. Generation Opportunity is determined to create a better future for millennials. Evan is interviewed by Brian Watson, Founder and CEO of the Opportunity Coalition and Northstar Commercial Partners. To learn more about Evan and Generation Opportunity please visit their website: https://generationopportunity.org/

David is President and Co-Owner of Believe Group. In this episode of the Opportunity Coalition Podcast, you’ll hear how Believe Group evolved from a small record label to a major player in fundraising and spirit gear for schools across the country. David is interviewed by Brian Watson, Founder and CEO of the Opportunity Coalition and Northstar Commercial Partners. To learn more about the Believe Group, please visit their website: http://www.believekids.com

Helen Raleigh is an “American by choice”, an author, and business owner. After immigrating to the US she earned two Master’s Degrees. Hear her incredible story of becoming an “American by choice”, the struggle of leaving her family in China, and her perspective of the American Dream. Helen is interviewed by Brian Watson, Founder and CEO of the Opportunity Coalition and Northstar Commercial Partners. To learn more about Helen, please visit her website: http://helenraleighspeaks.com/

Dwight Bain is a member of The Life Works Group in Winter Park, Florida. He is a nationally recognized public speaker, an author, and certified life coach. Even as a young man, Dwight knew exactly what he wanted to do with his life. Listen to Brian and Dwight discuss the importance of having a life purpose, along with life goals, the steps of success, and Dwight’s favorite quote about fear of failure. Dwight is interviewed by Brian Watson, Founder and CEO of the Opportunity Coalition and Northstar Commercial Partners. To learn more about Dwight and The Lifeworks Group please visit their website at: http://www.lifeworksgroup.org/

Paul Worley is a Grammy award winning producer from Nashville, Tennessee. He’s worked with artists like Martina McBride, Big & Rich, and Lady Antebellum. Brian and Paul have a fascinating discussion about the state of the music industry, what producers have done to stay relevant to artists, Paul’s spiritual struggle to sign Lady Antebellum, and his new venture “Skyville Live”. Paul is interviewed by Brian Watson, Founder and CEO of the Opportunity Coalition and Northstar Commercial Partners. To learn more about Paul’s distinguished career in music please visit his wikipedia page: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paul_Worley. If you’d like to enjoy the incredible Skyville Live performances, you can see those at: http://www.skyvillelive.com/

Brad Corrigan is one of the lead vocalists, guitarist and percussionists for acclaimed indie rock band Dispatch, and Founder of Love, Light, & Melody, a non-profit organization dedicated to battling the physical, emotional and spiritual effects of extreme poverty. Listen to Brad discuss his music, the contemporary music industry, and the burnout that led to his life changing trips to Nicaragua and the creation of Love, Light, & Melody. Brad is interviewed by Brian Watson, Founder and CEO of the Opportunity Coalition and Northstar Commercial Partners. To learn more about Brad, Dispatch and watch the incredible trailer about his “Ileana’s Smile” initiative, please visit: http://bradcorrigan.com/ http://dispatchmusic.com http://lovelightandmelody.org/

Purnima Voria is the Founder & CEO of the National US India Chamber of Commerce. Hear her journey from India to the United States, why she started the National US India Chamber of Commerce, and what to do to access commerce in India. Purnima Voria is interviewed by Brian Watson, Founder and CEO of the Opportunity Coalition and Northstar Commercial Partners. To learn more about the National US India Chamber of Commerce please visit: http://nuicc.org/

Carl Medearis is an author & speaker on Muslim, Christian, & Jewish dialogue. He is interviewed by Brian Watson, Founder and CEO of the Opportunity Coalition. Carl and his family lived in Lebanon for 12 years as “typical” Christian Missionaries. Brian and Carl discuss the fascinating misconceptions and misperceptions of Muslims and Christians. You’ll also hear Carl’s passionate call to live a life without fear. Carl Medearis is interviewed by Brian Watson, Founder and CEO of the Opportunity Coalition and Northstar Commercial Partners. To learn more about Carl, please visit: http://carlmedearis.com/

Wayne Williams is the Clerk and Recorder for El Paso county and successfully ran for Secretary of State in Colorado. In this episode of the Opportunity Coalition podcast, Brian and Wayne discuss the responsibilities of Clerk and Recorder and the role of the Secretary of State and its oversight of voting and elections. Wayne is interviewed by Brian Watson, Founder and CEO of the Opportunity Coalition and Northstar Commercial Partners. To learn more about the Colorado Secretary of State or the El Paso County Clerk and Recorder please visit: http://sos.state.co.us http://car.elpasoco.com/

Jennifer Schubert-Akin is the Chairman & CEO the Steamboat Institute and Rick Akin, Co-Chairman of the Steamboat Institute and Founding Member of the Akin Law Firm. They started the Steamboat Institute in 2008 to inspire the local community to become more active in their community. Jennifer, Rick, and Brian discuss the challenges of a small community, the growing influence of progressive philosophies in the western slope of Colorado, and producing a conference in a gorgeous location like Steamboat Springs.   Jennifer and Rick are interviewed by Brian Watson, Founder and CEO of the Opportunity Coalition and Northstar Commercial Partners. To learn more about the Steamboat Institute please visit: http://www.steamboatinstitute.org/

Tommy Spaulding is the President & CEO of the Spaulding Leadership Institute, a New York Times bestselling author, and world-renowned Leadership Speaker. In this episode of the Opportunity Coalition Podcast, listen to Brian and Tommy discuss heart led leadership, apathy and Tommy’s book “It’s Not Just Who You Know.”   Tommy is interviewed by Brian Watson, Founder and CEO of the Opportunity Coalition and Northstar Commercial Partners. To learn more about Tommy, the Spaulding Companies, and Tommy’s non-profit endeavours please visit: http://tommyspaulding.com/

Doug Price is the CEO of Rocky Mountain PBS. Rocky Mountain PBS has been on the air since 1956 and is Colorado’s “second teacher”. Brian and Doug discuss the role of Rocky Mountain PBS on a local and national level, how the station is funded, the type of content provided by Rocky Mountain PBS, and the station’s future.   Doug is interviewed by Brian Watson, Founder and CEO of the Opportunity Coalition and Northstar Commercial Partners. To learn more about Rocky Mountain PBS please visit: http://www.rmpbs.org

Gary Rosberg is President and CEO of America’s Family Coaches. He and his Wife Barb have created dozens of resources for executive and military marriages and families, which include books and DVDs. In this episode of the Opportunity Coalition Podcast, Brian and Gary discuss coaching for executive and military couples, the outlook for healthy marriages now and in the future, and Gary’s simple but powerful definition for success.     Gary is interviewed by Brian Watson, Founder and CEO of the Opportunity Coalition and Northstar Commercial Partners. To learn more about America’s Family Coaches and The Rosberg Group please visit: http://www.americasfamilycoaches.com/ and http://www.therosberggroup.com/

Tim Brown is the Founder of Three Creative and author of “Jumping into the Parade.” In this episode of the Opportunity Podcast, Brian and Tim discuss the origins of servant leadership, Tim’s book and his life changing advice from his former father-in-law in the midst of losing millions of dollars. Tim Brown is interviewed by Brian Watson, Founder and CEO of the Opportunity Coalition and Northstar Commercial Partners. To learn more about Tim and his new book please visit: http://3cr8.com/ and http://jumpingintotheparade.com/