Leadership Live: Recent Episodes
Leadership Live
Kingsport's Leadership Live is an informative podcast that aims to inform and inspire the region to become active community members.
On Trey's final podcast, Vanessa and Trey welcome City of Kingsport BMA's Betsy Cooper. Alderwoman Cooper discusses her new role as Executive Director of Friends in Need in Kingsport. As Trey shares his current favorite City of Kingsport project, Betsy and Vanessa share theirs. Winter is coming.
Vaness and Trey welcome Healthy Kingsport's Desteny Clemons back to the podcast on her third visit to Leadership Live. Destney introduces Healthy Kingsport's newest program, "People, Produce, and Praise," sponsored by Humana, bringing fresh fruits and vegetables to churches in a farmer's market style. Do not forget this weekend's Walk for Wellness.
Vanessa and Trey welcome one of Kingsport's newest restaurant owners, Baberito's Dean Davidson. Trey asks about Dean's seven-year journey to owning a Barberitos; all the while, Trey loses focus as he hears a couple of words that make his ears perk up. Spoiler alert - Dean, a Moody Bible Institute and Moddy aviation graduate is also a missionary pilot who learned to fly from Trey's old stomping grounds.
Vanessa interviews her co-host Trey about his interim role with the Boys & Girls Club of Greater Kingsport. Trey fights off tears as he explains how his passion for being Board Chair for the organization to becoming the Interim CEO gave him purpose. Oh, and why New York City?
John Rose, the King of Economic Development, joins Vanessa and Trey after Leadership Live's Summer Break. John talks about car washes, Red Lobster, and what new restaurant is coming to town that has everyone a buzz. Car washes, Restaurants, Red Lobster, Oh my!
Vanessa and Trey welcome Visit Kingsport's Emily Thompson back to the podcast to discuss everything you can do this Summer in Kingsport. Emily wastes no time discussing this Saturday's Racks by the Tracks brought to you by Your Kingsport Chamber. Of course, if Emily is here, we will talk about Fun Fest.
Vanessa and Trey welcome Eastman's Tanya Foreman, this year's Chairwoman of the Juneteenth Executive Committee. Tanya talks about all things Juneteenth, being a sports mom, Eastman Resource Groups, and living purposefully.
Vanessa and Trey welcome from Disney World the newest employee at Your Kingsport Chamber, Caroline Luethke. Caroline has her Master's Degree from the University of Florida and will work hard at tonight's Brewhaha presented by the Kingsport Chamber. During her six years with Disney, Caroline was a friend of Cinderella, Princess Anna, Snow White, and Mary Poppins. Welcome back to Kingsport, Caroline.
Vanessa and Trey welcome Your Kingsport Chamber's Stephanie Hernandez as she discusses the upcoming Brewhaha. Stephanie is the Membership Events Director for the Chamber, and she is hard at work planning the forthcoming Brewhaha. The Brewhaha includes a pizza contest, adult beverages from multiple breweries, Scooters coffee, and much more. Get your tickets today at kingsportchamber.org.
Vaness and Trey welcome Kingsport City Schools' Johanna Montgomery to this Good Friday podcast edition. Johanna was just named the 2023 CSH Coordinator of the Year in Tennessee. Johanna is also a member of Your Kingsport Chamber's newest committed, LeadUndivided.
Vanessa and Trey welcome High Voltage's newest owner Lindsey Lane to the podcast. Lindsey was a long-time employee of the popular Kingsport establishment. The grand reopening is on April 13, 2023. Don't miss the trivia.
Vanessa and Trey welcome Chamber Kid, now adult Nikolas Barnett, to the podcast. Nikolas is a University of South Carolina student who shares his passion for International Business. Nikolas is a previous member of S.H.O.U.T. and Y.E.L.L. Mayor's Youth Council, both youth programs with Your Kingsport Chamber. Nikolas made the whole room emotional by talking about former podcast guest Lora Barnett.
Vanessa and Trey welcome Honda Kingsport's Russ Rogers back to the podcast. Russ discusses his time as Your Kingsport Chamber's Chair as they celebrated their 75th anniversary. Trey also jumps in to ask Russ for parental advice.
Vanessa and Trey welcome Kingsport City Schools' Board of Education Board Member Julie Byers to the podcast. Julie discusses what it takes to be a Board member and her passion for participating in Kingsport City School events in our community. Julie also shares her love for diversity and her position as a Scout Leader.
Vanessa and Trey welcome Visit Kingsport's new Executive Director, Frank Lett, to the podcast. Frank talks about his predecessor being his high school Biology teacher and baseball coach. Also, what are two things Vanessa and Frank wish they could change about the state-of-the-art Your Kingsport Chamber office building?
Vanessa and Trey welcome Tennessee Chamber's Suzie Lusk to discuss TOSHA and planning for the upcoming event to be held for the Tennessee Chamber of Commerce Executives in Kingsport. Co-host Vanessa serves as this year’s President.
Vanessa and Trey welcome Dobyns Bennett's Senior Avery Armstrong on her first day of Work Based Learning for Your Kingsport Chamber. Avery plans to pursue marketing and hospitality at Northeast State and East Tennessee State University.
Vanessa and Trey welcome Your Kingsport Chamber's Lora Barnett to her first time on the podcast. Lora explains her responsibilities with government relations, workforce development, and education. Does Lora disclose her favorite state representative?
Vanessa and Trey welcome podcast newbie Nicole Austin to Leadership Live to discuss all things Your Kingsport Chamber Annual Dinner. Will Nicole tell us which one of her children is her favorite?
Vanessa and Trey return to the podcast realm after a nice holiday break. AveNew's Susie Pedersen returns to the podcast for a seance time to give an AveNew update and talk about an upcoming collaboration with Healthy Kingsport. AveNew is this week's Fourth Friday sponsor.
Trey and Vanessa talk about Santa Train with Your Kingsport Chamber's Desteny Clemons. Desteny is not new to the podcast, but in this episode, she is a new mom of twins, and Trey and Desteny talk about all things germs.
Vanessa and Trey welcome United Way's Kelsie Dulaney to the podcast to discuss children and youth initiatives. Kelsie dives into what advocacy means to her and Your Kingsport Chamber's new LeadJEDI council on justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion.
Vanessa and Trey welcome Tennessee's Secretary of State Tre Hargett, on this week's podcast. As Tennessee is just a few days away from an election, Secretary of State Hargett discusses ways to educate yourself on your local ballot. Trey and Tre also discuss their names.
Vanessa and Trey welcome Boys & Girls Club of Greater Kingsport CEO Lisa Beilharz to this Friday's podcast. Vanessa, Trey, and Lisa discuss all things Boys & Girls Club, Leadership Kingsport, and houseboats.
Vanessa and Trey welcome a table full of guests on today's podcast. The Kingsport Leadership Programs Council consists of the volunteer chairs for Your Kingsport Chamber programs like Leadership Kingsport, LeadDEI, Y.E.L.L. the Mayor's Youth Council, S.H.O.U.T., S.C.R.E.A.M., and the hottest program in Kingsport PEAK Young Professionals.
Downtown Kingsport Association's Executive Director Robin Cleary joins Vanessa and Trey on today's podcast. Robin details what the DKA does and lists some upcoming events in downtown Kingsport.
Vanessa and Trey welcome Marsh's Rhonda Smith to the Leadership Live podcast. Rhonda discusses how your local organization can hold a blood drive. All blood donated to Marsh stays in the Appalachian Highlands region.
Aundrea joins the Leadership Live podcast to talk about MEDWeek starting September 19, 2022. Trey and Vanessa chat with Aundrea about diversity, equity, and inclusion and learn more about the new structure of the KOSBE Awards.
Cohosts Vanessa and Trey welcome the CVAs Aimee Light to the podcast. Aimee discusses her multiple positions in the region and the differences between a nurse practitioner's office setting and the hospital. To Trey's delight, Aimee also touches on her school car line experience.
Vanessa and Trey welcome 21st Century Grant Site Director for the Y, Josh Coffey. Josh talks about the Lincoln after-school kid's podcast and the summer camp program with Your Kingsport Chamber's S.H.O.U.T. program. He also shares his love of comic books in the Rapid Five questions.
On this week's Leadership Live podcast, hosts Vanessa and Trey welcome Signature Properties' owner Shirley Warren. Shirley discusses her favorite university, Clemson, and her time as an attorney before moving to Kingsport.
Join Vanessa and Trey as they welcome Your Kingsport Chamber's Madison Smith to this week's podcast. Madison discusses KOSBE and the upcoming KOSBE Awards as well as her November wedding and her golden doodle Milo.
Vanessa and Trey welcome United Way of Greater Kingsport's Susie Pedersen. Susie discusses the substance abuse program Avenew and their involvement with Your Kingsport Chamber's youth leadership programs.
Vanessa and Trey welcome Six Rivers Media Chief Executive Officer Allen Rau to the podcast. Allen dives deep into the differences between a daily and weekly newspaper and predicts what is ahead for the newspaper industry.
Vanessa and Trey welcome Your Kingsport Chamber's Stephanie Hernandez to the podcast. Stephanie talks about the upcoming event Brew Haha and 75 Years of Excellence for the Chamber.
Sync Space's Heath Guinn joins Vanessa and Trey on today's podcast. Heath discusses the local ecosystem for entrepreneurs and answers the podcast's Rapid Five.
Dr. Marta Wayt joins Vanessa and Trey on the podcast to talk about Providence Medical Clinic of Kingsport. Dr. Wayt details how spirituality plays a role in this free medical clinic for Kingsport residents.
Today, Vanessa and Trey welcome Your Kingsport Chamber's newest employee, Ashley Cline. Ashley comes from WCYB-TV, where she served as a producer, reporter, and anchor. Listen as Ashley gets challenged by the podcast's Rapid Five.
In this week's podcast, Vanessa and Trey welcome Miss Tri-Cities Outstanding Teen Nia Ailshie. Nia is a recent graduate of Your Kingsport Chamber's S.H.O.U.T. program. Nia talks about her upcoming competition in Memphis.
Vanessa and Trey welcome former Kingsport Mayor Dennis Phillips to this week's podcast. Mayor Phillips discusses his new role supporting regionalism and how his family became University of Miami Supporters. The former mayor also shares his admiration for his granddaughter.
Vanessa and Trey welcome Eric Donahue to the podcast. Eric and his company Eric Donahue Photography just held their grand opening of his new studio in Downtown Kingsport. In addition, Eric and Trey reminisce about their Leadership Kingsport Community Impact Project on Diversity.
Vanessa and Trey welcome Karen Redman, Director of First Impressions at Your Kingsport Chamber, as she talks about her upcoming retirement. Vanessa and Karen take a stroll down memory lane of Karen's 34 years with the Chamber and find out what Karen thinks of Jell-O.
Visit Kingsport's Lara Potter joins co-hosts Vanessa and Trey to discuss all things "Bring it to Kingsport." Lara also tackles Trey's Rapid Five Questions.
Meet Truist's Jenn Own, a 40 under 40 recipient and an exceptional fundraiser. Vanessa, Trey, and Jenn discuss an upcoming "Stay Sharp" conference with a keynote speaker discussing everything generations.
Co-hosts Vanessa and Trey welcome, surprise, Trey as this week's Leadership Live guest. Trey details what two careers he has experienced that kids dream about and what it is like being a girl dad.
Join hosts Vanessa and Trey as they welcome Fun Fest's Emily Thompson to today's Leadership Live podcast. Emily started her Fun Fest career as a teenage volunteer. Emily's servant leader heart led her to an organization that empowers women, Girls Inc., where she began as a volunteer and now serves as the Board Chair.
Vaness and Trey welcome former City Manager and Move to Kingsport's Jeff Fleming. Jeff shares an update on his family and how he got the nickname Appy. He also answers why Kingsport is a top location for new residents.
Vanessa and Trey welcome Ballad Health's Keira Majeed to the podcast. Keira, a Leadership Kingsport 2022 class member, discusses what to expect at this year's Juneteenth celebration.
Hosts Trey and Vaness welcome Create Appalachia's Dr. Katie Hoffman to the podcast. Learn how the new downtown Kingsport innovative non-profit will help creators thrive in the Model City.
Vanessa and Trey welcome the Kingsport Chamber's newest team member Tracey Edwards. Tracey discussed her experience with former U.S. Senator Bob Corker and U.S. Congresswoman Diana Harshbarger.
Vanessa and Trey announce their new podcast sponsor, Honda Kingsport. Today's guest is United Way of Greater Kingsport's Becca Sutphen. Becca discusses how to get involved in the Appalachian Highlands regions as a United Way volunteer.
After a week off, Leadership Live returns with Healthy Kingsport's Desteny Clemons. Vanessa and Trey chat with Desteny about this April's Walk for Wellness and the other programs offered by Healthy Kingsport.
Join Vanessa and Trey as they welcome Kingsport City Schools' Dr. Andy True to the podcast. Andy details what a morning is like during inclement weather. Don't miss him tackling the Rapid Five Questions.
Join Vanessa and Trey as they chat with WJHL and ABC Tri-Cities' news anchor Josh Smith. Josh gives three of his favorite interviews. Josh also talks about a podcast with his son.
Join Trey and Vanessa as they welcome the newly elected Kingsport Chamber Foundation Board Chair to the podcast. Russ talks about his role with Honda Kingsport and gives a few of his examples for a strong relationship in your marriage.
Vanessa and Trey are joined by the newest General Manager for the Kingsport Axemen Logan Davis. Logan shares why this Appalachian League is great baseball and details his first 48 hours on the job.
Join Vanessa and Trey as they talk to Malik Foreman, the newest member of Visit Kingsport. Malik returns to Kingsport after competing for the University of Tennessee and playing with the New Orleans Saints.
Join Vanessa and Trey for the 20th episode of Leadership Live. Today, Vanessa is on the hot seat and discussing all things related to the Kingsport Chamber of Commerce.
East Tennessee State University President Dr. Brian Noland joins Vanessa and Trey to talk all things ETSU.
Join Vaness and Trey as they talk about Ship Shape Solutions with Leadership Kingsport alumni Angie Hyche for their New Year's Eve podcast. Are you ready to hear how you can start your new year off right by managing clutter both worldly and in your mind? Join us and listen to the podcast.
Join Vanessa and Trey on Christmas Eve as they chat with United States Congresswoman for Tennessee's 1st District, Diana Harshbarger. Find out why the Congresswoman is called CWD and what her plans are for tomorrow, Christmas Day.
Vanessa and Trey talk with Y.E.L.L.'s, the Mayor's Youth Council, Conner Hall, and Eliza Smith. Conner was a drum major and performed in "The Promise of Living" competition marching band show for Dobyns-Bennett High School. Eliza is a Junior at Volunteer High School who mentioned a food fight in her autobiography title.
Cohosts Vanessa and Trey chat with Andy Dietrich about regionalism, Region Ahead, and Speedway Children's Charities. Andy also tackles Trey's Rapid Five questions.
Vanessa and Trey talk live with Tennessee Comptroller Jason Mumpower about being one of the youngest State Representatives and his career over the last two decades.
Vanessa and Trey learn what the phrase "Do Good" means to the Leadership Kingsport class of 2022.
Join Vanessa, Trey and their guest Ballad Health's Northwest Market President, Lindy White. What is Lindy's hobby? F1 racing. Listen to find out why.
Join Vanessa and Trey as they sit down with Homeless Liaison Jonathan Anderson to discuss Kingsport's Homeless Coalition. What is the five year plan for the coalition? Make sure you listen to find out. Also, Jonathan also tells one of his best dad jokes.
Join hosts Vanessa Bennett and Trey Darnell as they chat with Mark Kilgore about all things Bays Mountain Park and Planetarium. Did you know that all of the wolves at Bays Mountain were born in the month of April? Listen to find out more.
Vanessa and Trey speak to Ramona Jackson, the General Manager of Kingsport's Marriott Meadowview Convention Center. Being all hands on deck, what was Ramona's first thing she cooked in the kitchen while the chef was out of town?
On today's podcast, we sit down with Hopscotch Child Consignment owner Jessica Slaughter. Vanessa and Trey learn about this Kingsport native's business and all of her volunteer work. Did she say beer and cookies?
Vanessa and Trey sit down with Russell Burdine at his restaurant, Riverfront Seafood. Russ emotionally talks about his motto, "Attitude is Everything." Trey doesn't back away from a strong Rapid Five questions while Russ thinks of his autobiography title.
Join Trey and Vanessa as they have an intimate discussion with Kingsport Alderman James Phillips. James discusses life as a dad and his desires for the City of Kingsport.
Sullivan County Sheriff Jeff Cassidy sits down with co-hosts Vanessa Bennett and Trey Darnell to discuss a variety of topics including the new jail and mental health for deputies.
Cohosts Vanessa and Trey have a relaxed discussion with the DB Excel Principal Shanna Hensley. Mrs. Hensley provides depth as to why our school system is excelling by offering something different to our students. Also, have you ever wondered what a principal thinks of school lunch? Listen to this episode of Leadership Live to find out.
What is KOSBE? Trey learns about this Kingsport program while Aundrea answers a question about cranberries. Today's podcast is not one you want to miss.
Join hosts Trey and Vanessa as they chat with Field Representative for U.S. Congresswoman Diana Harshbarger, Cody Woods. Cody candidly provides his 10-second explanation of golf.
Join us for our first Leadership Live podcast as we briefly introduce our co-hosts and then jump right in with our first guest, former Mayor Jeanette Blazier.