Inheriting The Future

Have you ever wanted to hear from established community leaders and difference-makers in our communities in simple, conversational way? Well, you've come to the right place. Hosted by two, small town up and comingcollege students Nate Kirk And David Wahl, The Inheriting The Future Podcast looks to foster dialogue between generations, hearing from established community leaders who strive to maintain the community and prosperity of the many places we call home. Enjoy a casual, yet substantive dive into human character and the beauty and benefits of a long days work. Welcome to Inheriting The Future.

Inheriting The Future is a society podcast hosted by David Wahl and Nate Kirk, with 10 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

David Wahl and Nate Kirk hosts Inheriting The Future, a society show with 10 episodes published.

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  Episode #9

  Running Towards Responsibility - Episode 9 with Tony Anderson

  Aug 10, 202624 minS1

  In Episode 9 of Inheriting the Future , we sit down with the former President of the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association, Tony Anderson. He's a leader who's journey spans five co-ops, 50 marathons, and a charitable fund now supporting families across the country. We talk with Tony about his beginnings in Timber Lake, South Dakota, he cooperative values that shaped his leadership, and the marathon project hat became a defining chapter of his life - seventeen years, fifty races, and over one million dollars raised for kids who needed someone to run beside them. He shares what finishing that journey taught him about identity, purpose, and the moment every leader eventually faces: deciding what comes next. We dive into the creation of the Cooperative Family Fund, the question that sparked it, and the nationwide impact it now has on children of fallen co-op employees. Tony reflects on advocating for rural communities in Lansing and Washington, rebuilding co-ops facing leadership turmoil, and the mindset young professionals need to rise inside the cooperative world. About Tony Anderson: Tony Anderson is the former President of the NRECA and longtime General Manager of Cherryland Electric Cooperative. He founded the Cooperative Family Fund, completed marathons in all 50 states, and has spent his career championing rural communities, cooperative values, and the belief that leadership is ultimately an act of service.

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  Episode #8

  From Cherry Prince to CEO - Episode 8 with Trevor Tkach

  Aug 3, 202632 minS1

  Some leaders shape a community by arriving with a plan. Others shape it by growing up inside it. In Episode 8 of Inheriting the Future , we sit down with Trevor Tkach - President & CEO of Traverse City Tourism - to talk about what it means to guide a place you've called home your entire life. We explore how growing up in Traverse City influences the decisions he makes today, from balancing visitor demand with local quality of life to protecting the character of a region facing rapid growth. Trevor shares what he learned from a decade behind the scenes at the National Cherry Festival, including five years as Executive Director, and how he navigated the tension between community frustrations and the festival's massive economic impact. We dive into the challenges Northern Michigan is facing that most residents don't see yet - sustainability pressures, workforce housing shortages, and the need to position Traverse City as a year-round destination. Trevor also reflects on the future of tourism marketing, the role of physical advertising in a digital world, and the regional impact of the $120M Gates to the Future expansion at Cherry Capital Airport (TVC). Through it all, Trevor offers a grounded, insider perspective on growth, preservation, and what it takes to keep Northern Michigan a place worth visiting, and worth living in. About Trevor Tkach: Trevor Tkach is the President & CEO of Traverse City Tourism and a lifelong resident of the Traverse City area. He previously served as Director of the National Cherry Festival, President of the Michigan Association of Convention and Visitors Bureaus (MACVB), and has been a statewide and national advocate for Michigan's travel industry. His work centers on sustainable tourism, community stewardship, and ensuring Traverse City remains a vibrant, year-round destination for generations to come.

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  Episode #7

  The Accountant That Can't Do Math - Episode 7 with James Camiller

  Jul 20, 202625 minS1

  Some people lead from a podium. Others lead from a spreadsheet, a board meeting, a late-night phone call, or a school pickup line. In Episode 7 of Inheriting the Future, we sit down with James Camiller - a CPA, community steward, and one of the quiet forces behind the financial stability and resilience of Otsego County. We talk with James about how a kid from the Detroit area found his way to Gaylord, built a local firm from the ground up, and became a trusted guide for families, nonprofits, and organizations navigating some of the most important financial decisions of their lives. We explore his years on the Otsego Community Foundation Board, where he grew assets from $4 million to over $14 million, and the role he played in helping the community weather a pandemic, a tornado, and an ice storm without losing its sense of mission. We also dive into his work on the Otsego County Road Commission Board, his long service with the Rotary, and the philosophy behind wearing so many hats in a place where every role matters. Through it all, James reflects on choosing a small town over a big city, the meaning behind receiving the Kevin Reynolds Achievement Award in a school pickup line, and what he hopes the next generation inherits from the systems he helped build. About James Camiller: James Camiller is a Certified Public Accountant and founder of James Camiller CPA LLC, with offices in Gaylord and Lewiston. Over more than two decades in Otsego County, he has served on the Otsego Community Foundation Board of Directors, the Otsego County Road Commission Board, the Rotary Club of Gaylord, and the St. Mary Cathedral and School finance council. His leadership helped grow the Otsego Community Foundation's assets from $4 million to over $14 million and guided the community through multiple crises. In 2023, he received the Kevin Reynolds Achievement Award for his quiet, consistent service to the region.

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  Episode #6

  Mr. Travel Michigan - Episode 6 with Dave Lorenz

  Jul 6, 202629 minS1

  Back when he was a college student working multiple part-time jobs and still discovering his love for broadcasting, few would've guessed that Dave Lorenz would become the face of Michigan tourism and the architect behind one of the most iconic state tourism campaigns in American history. In Episode 6 of Inheriting the Future, we sit down with the man who spent more than four decades making sure the world knew exactly how special Michigan is, and helping Michiganders believe it too. We talk with Dave about his early years in radio, the leap he took before finishing his degree, and the path that eventually led him to Travel Michigan. We explore the moment the state let go of "Great Lakes, Great Times" and embraced what became Pure Michigan - a brand that didn't just change tourism, but reshaped the way people saw their home. We dive into the decision to bring Tim Allen on as the voice of the campaign, the evolution of tourism messaging from radio spots to influencer-driven storytelling, and the delicate balance between showcasing Michigan's beauty and protecting the character of the communities that make it special. And we reflect on the numbers behind the impact - millions of trips, billions in economic activity - and the one factor Dave believes made Pure Michigan possible in the first place. About Dave Lorenz: Dave Lorenz is the co-creator of the Pure Michigan tourism campaign and spent more than two decades at Travel Michigan, ultimately serving as Vice President before retiring in 2023. In August of 2023, he was named the national State Tourism Director of the Year by the U.S. Travel Association. He currently hosts The Michigan Travel Show on 760 WJR Detroit and serves as Executive Director of the West Michigan Tourist Association. Over his career, Dave has helped transform how the country sees Michigan - and how Michigan sees itself.

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  Episode #5

  Go MAD (Go Make A Difference) - Episode 5 with Rich Moffit

  Jun 29, 202628 minS1

  Long before he became a Dean of Students, a varsity basketball coach, and one of the most respected educators in northern Michigan, Rich Moffit was a kid growing up in Corunna — the son of a legendary football coach, surrounded by the rhythms of locker rooms, classrooms, and communities shaped by sports. In Episode 5 of Inheriting the Future , we sit down with the man who took that upbringing and turned it into nearly four decades of teaching, coaching, and building young people from the inside out. We talk with Rich about the years he spent across Michigan’s educational landscape — from Grayling to Northwood to Gaylord — and what it actually takes to build something lasting inside a school. We explore the culture he’s created at St. Mary’s, where accountability, hard work, and character aren’t slogans but daily expectations, and where nearly every team he coached earned Academic All‑State honors. We also dive into his work at the state level, including directing the BCAM‑MHSAA Reaching Higher Showcase, one of the largest athletic development events in the country. Through those experiences, Rich has shaped athletes, mentored students, guided families, and helped young people understand their potential long before they see it themselves. About Rich Moffit: Rich Moffit is the Dean of Students, social studies teacher, and varsity men’s basketball coach at St. Mary Cathedral School in Gaylord, Michigan. With close to 40 years of teaching and coaching, he has impacted thousands of students across the state. His career includes more than twenty‑three years at Crawford Ausable Schools and Northwood University, multiple Coach of the Year honors, and decades of involvement with the Basketball Coaches Association of Michigan (BCAM). In 2014, he received the BCAM Distinguished Service Award. A lifelong learner and relationship‑driven leader, Rich’s work centers on building character, strengthening communities, and helping young people rise to meet the best version of themselves.

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