The Growth Blueprint
Welcome to The Growth Blueprint, where we nurture leadership and character growth in all aspects of life! Whether you're a teacher shaping young minds, a parent guiding the next generation, a youth worker empowering tomorrow's leaders, or a business/non-profit leader driving positive change, this podcast is for you. Join us as we explore the art of creating containers that foster personal and professional development, one meaningful conversation at a time.
The Growth Blueprint
Empowering the Next Generation: Mary Fagnano on Turning Tragedy into Hope with The Thrive in Joy Nick Fagnano Foundation
In this heartwarming and inspiring episode, we sit down with Mary Fagnano, co-founder of The Thrive in Joy Nick Fagnano Foundation, to discuss how tragedy has transformed into a beacon of hope for countless young people. Mary shares the story behind the foundation's mission to empower youth through leadership and character development, both in the U.S., the Dominican Republic and South Africa. She opens up about the incredible work of her foundation, which encourages service-driven leadership, personal growth, and community impact.
Listeners will be moved by her reflections on nurturing "small seeds of change," the importance of trusting young leaders, and how small actions can lead to transformative growth. From a powerful moment of supporting a young leader named Crisbel to fostering emotional health conversations, Mary reveals the heart and passion behind her work. Whether you're a leader, educator, or simply someone who believes in the power of service, this episode will leave you inspired to empower the next generation