Allen Cave talks to the Director of Foley Main Street, Darrelyn Dunmore about how she is spearheading efforts to revitalize downtown by applying lessons from her past, focusing on servant leadership, and solving puzzles!  Visit the Foley Main Street website Follow Foley Main Street on Facebook Connect with Foley Main Street on Instagram

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Darrelyn Dunmore

On this episode, Allen gets to sit down with one of the owners of Provision, one of his personal favorite spots in Fairhope, Alabama. Hear how when William Hanes and his wife set out to open a market in Fairhope, they designed a space and culture based on excellence to show their guests how healing hospitality can be.  Visit Provision's website Check out Provision on Facebook View Provision's beauty on Instagram

William Hanes

Allen gets the opportunity to sit down with the newly installed mayor of Fairhope, Alabama, Sherry Sullivan. They cover how her leadership focuses on communication and empathy, what it was like to campaign during Covid, and how Sherry's love of her community brought her into this position. Connect with City of Fairhope on Facebook Follow City of Fairhope on Twitter Visit the City of Fairhope website

Mayor Sherry Sullivan

On this festive episode, Allen has a great conversation with Randon Carnathan, the owner of a State Farm agency.  Randon explains how he's always had an entrepreneurial drive which is guided by his 4 life principles. Visit Randon's website Connect with Randon on Facebook Follow Randon Carnathan State Farm on Facebook Email Randon  

Randon Carnathan

This week, Allen catches up with Kristen Barhill, an instructor at Coastal Alabama Community College.  A teacher of animation and graphic design, Kristen explains how leading her students requires an ability to understand and express feelings to create connections. Check out the Graphic Design program Connect on Facebook

Kristen Barnhill

On this episode, Allen chats with Cory Luckie, the owner of C.A. Luckie Insurance.  A young entrepreneur, Cory is working to build his company through leading by example. Visit C.A. Luckie Insurance Connect on Facebook

Cory Luckie

Applying the philosophy of "treat others how I'd want to be treated" has served Ormand Thompson well for the last 29 years with Infirmary Health. Hear how being accessible and having open communication have helped his incredible team to maneuver difficult situations like Covid-19. Visit the Thomas Hospital website Connect with Thomas Hospital on Facebook    

Ormand Thompson

It's the moment we've all been waiting for!! Dansby (producer Kari's pup) is included in the episode art!!! Equally as exciting is that this is the first episode recorded in the studio on the Coastal Alabama Community College campus. Allen, Kari and Rick Miller catch-up to talk about the exciting things coming out of The Hatch. 

Catch-Up with Rick Miller

On this episode, Allen talks with Nick Nichols, the President of LXIS Management Solutions, LLC.  Their conversation weaves through the concepts of accountability and desire and how they relate to leadership success. Connect with Nick on LinkedIn Visit the LXIS-MS website

Nick Nichols

On this episode, Allen chats with Monica Anderson Young who is the owner of Assisted Communications and a co-creator of Short the Squirrel. They talk about her passion for developing others, whether that's through her career in guiding workplace culture and talent, or through her passion of promotion children's literacy in the state of Alabama.  Visit Short the Squirrel's website Visit her Assisted Communications website Connect with Monica on LinkedIn   

Monica Anderson Young

On this milestone episode, Allen and producer Kari take a moment to reflect upon and celebrate this podcast.  They share their 1-word takeaways that sum up what they've learned so far, some of the behind-the-scenes process, and FINALLY, the tables are turned and Allen gets to be the interviewee!

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On this inspiring episode, we learn about the value hard work from entrepreneur and business owner, Jennifer Null.  As the owner of Gulf Coast CPR Training, Jennifer shares how dedication and continuous effort can lead to incredible results. Follow Gulf Coast CPR Training on Facebook Connect with Jennifer on Facebook Check out Gulf Coast CPR's website  

Jennifer Null

On our very first "Where are they now?" episode, we catch up with Rhett Ross (from episode 49).  This time around, Rhett is working in the innovative space of air-delivery drones right here in Baldwin & Mobile Counties! Tune in to learn Rhett's thoughts on entrepreneurship and their plan for getting drones of the ground and into your driveway. Follow Deuce Drone on Facebook Connect with Rhett on LinkedIn

Where Are They Now?

Christina Hellmich is the Director of Workforce Development with the Eastern Shore Chamber of Commerce. On this episode, she describes how this position has lead her to a passion for working with the youth in our community to develop future leaders through 2 unique programs offered by the Chamber. ESCOC STEPS website ESCOC Youth Leadership website Connect with ESCOC on Facebook  Follow ESCOC on Twitter

Christina Hellmich

This episode features Matt Simpson who serves District 96 in the Alabama House of Representatives. Matt describes how his leadership lessons have come from observing both the positives and the negatives from others and forming a collage of what works for him.  Email Matt: Matt.Simpson@ALHouse.gov View Matt's website Connect with Matt on Facebook Follow Matt on Twitter

Rep. Matt Simpson

Playing Above the Line is Avizo Group’s podcast on leadership. As a business consulting firm, we’re interested in sharing the leadership strategies and skills from those who impact our communities and businesses for the better. Tune in every week to hear insights from business owners, entrepreneurs, community activists, and others who are in a position to lead.

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