Social Impact Leader

The Social Impact Leader Podcast explores the ambitious world of change-makers through interviews with pioneers in business, sports, activism, and entertainment. Hosted by Jeff Shinabarger, founder of Plywood People - get curious about the balance between empathy and productivity. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, nonprofit leader, or simply curious about making a difference, this podcast will be your guide.

Social Impact Leader is a business podcast hosted by WABE, with 121 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.

WABE hosts Social Impact Leader, a business show with 121 episodes published.

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  Social Impact Leader

  Layers of Leadership

  Jun 26, 202554 minS0

  <p >On this episode of SIL, we’re joined by the new Executive Director of Plywood People, Matt Reynolds.</p> <p >Matt leads the conversation with a powerful lineup of leaders: Jeff Shinabarger, Founder of Plywood People; Chanel Dokun, co-founder of Healthy Minds NYC, a therapy and coaching practice; and Christina Cummings, Executive Director of Kids2Leaders.</p> <p >Together, they reflect on their experiences in Plywood’s “Layers” program—a space designed to help leaders go deeper, build strong models for their organizations, and face the hard questions that come with leadership.</p> <p >Jeff shares the inspiration behind creating t...

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  Episode #74

  Wrapping it Up, with LaTasha and Jeff

  Jan 1, 202533 minS0

  <p>In the season finale of the Social Impact Leaders Podcast, host Jeff Shinabarger takes the guest seat as producer LaTasha Brown flips the script and interviews him. They dive into Jeff's journey as the founder and executive director of Plywood People, reflecting on the organization's 15-year impact and the progress it has made. Jeff shares his vision for the future, insights on leadership, and the transformative experiences from his recent sabbatical. Don’t miss this inspiring and candid conversation to close out the season.</p> <p>Follow: instagram.com/socialimpactleader</p> <p>socialimpactleader.com</p> <p>Follow: instagram.com/plyw...

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  Episode #73

  Social Impact Leader Series ft. Chantel Cohen

  Dec 18, 202421 minS0

  <p>In today’s episode of the Plywood Presents Social Impact Leader Series, we wrap up with our inspiring guest, Chantel Cohen—a licensed therapist and business coach. Chantel shares her insights on the vital connection between maintaining mental health and managing the demands of running a business. She also opens up about the challenges she’s faced as both a business leader and a therapist, explaining how these experiences have shaped her journey and amplified her impact as a Social Impact Leader.</p> <p>Follow: instagram.com/socialimpactleader</p> <p>socialimpactleader.com</p> <p>Follow: instagram.com/plywoodpeople</p> <p>plywoo...

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  Episode #72

  Social Impact Leader Series ft. Aaron Fender, Doug Shipman, and Erika Brown

  Dec 11, 202434 minS0

  <p >On today’s episode of the Social Impact Leaders Podcast we return to the Plywood Presents SIL Series with an inspiring panel featuring three remarkable social impact leaders: Aaron Fender, Co-founder and CEO of Portrait Coffee; Doug Shipman, President of Atlanta’s City Council; and Ericka Brown, Realtor, Entrepreneur, and Investor.</p> <p >This dynamic discussion explores starting from the ground up, navigating tough leadership decisions, and challenging the status quo. As we approach the conclusion of this series, we hope to leave you with deeper insights into the transformative power of social impact leadership.Tune in and be inspi...

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  Episode #71

  Social Impact Leader Series ft. Leroy Barber

  Dec 4, 202417 minS0

  <p >This week, we continue our Social Impact Leader series, featuring incredible voices from the Plywood Social Impact Leaders event. Our guest is Leroy Barber, Executive Director of Word Made Flesh Ministries and former president of Mission Year and Focused Community Strategies (FCS) Urban Ministries.</p> <p >Leroy shares valuable insights on sustaining leadership in the nonprofit sector and delivers motivational advice for aspiring social impact leaders. Tune in and get inspired!</p> <p>Follow: instagram.com/socialimpactleader</p> <p>socialimpactleader.com</p> <p>Follow: instagram.com/plywoodpeople</p> <p>plywoodpeople.com</p> <p>Learn more: southface.org</p> <p>Th...

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