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Meet Founders & People Making an Impact on Driven By

Welcome to our podcast where you’ll hear from those who have boldly blazed their own trail. We discuss what drives them, the risks they have taken, and what they have learned along the way.

OUR LATEST EPISODE

In this episode of Driven By, I sit down with JW Gibson, a lifelong Memphian whose journey is as remarkable as it is inspiring. JW grew up in the Dixie Homes housing project, served in the U.S. Navy, and went on to build multiple successful businesses from the ground up — including a medical supply company that started in his mother’s garage and a printing company that produces lottery tickets for the entire state of Tennessee.

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Public Service

“Entrepreneurship and Mom’s Garage” with JW Gibson

Public Service

In this episode of Driven By, I sit down with JW Gibson, a lifelong Memphian whose journey is as remarkable as it is inspiring.

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Athletics

“Beyond Football: Saving Lives on and off the Field” with Coach Mike Mosby

Athletics

In this episode, I sit down with Coach Mike Mosby from Oakhaven High, an inner-city Memphis school, to talk about what it means to lead beyond football.

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Non Profit

“We’re Still Getting Homelessness Wrong — and How to Fix It” with Jarad Bingham

Non Profit

In this episode, I sit down with Jarad from The Hospitality Hub in Memphis to talk about redesigning how they serve people experiencing homelessness.

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Public Service

“From $20 Million in the Red to a Vision for Memphis Healthcare” Dr. Reginald Coopwood

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Business

Field Norris on Turning a Problem into a Brand: The Birth of Chene Gear

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Business

“From Greyhounds to Third Street: The Wild Story of Mark Goodfellow”

Business

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Non Profit

“Faith, Fear, and Calling: A Missionary’s Story from Russia” with Dana Evans

Non Profit

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Business

“An Operator At Heart” with Stephen Shannon

Business

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Business

“Burnout, Funding, and Impact: The Realities of Nonprofit Leadership” with Jonathan Torres and Danny Song

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Business

“Breaking Down the Business of Medicine” with Daniel Shumate

Business
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Meet Sam Coates

Sam brings clarity and curiosity to the table, drawing out honest, meaningful conversations with people who’ve built something worth paying attention to. it’s a deep dive into decisions, turning points, and the values that drive people forward.

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