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October 28, 2025 37 mins

Lisa Helfman is a three-time guest on our show, and with very good reason. Today, the conversation centers on what happens when you bring people together with one goal—public service—and how that idea became real for Lisa through the American Leadership Forum. You’ll hear:

  • What the ALF experience is and how it shapes its fellows
  • How an idea at a Texans game sparked the Brighter Bites program
  • The support that happens when people connect beyond titles or roles

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Key Questions Answered

1. What is the American Leadership Forum (ALF), and how does it work?

2. What is the significance of the ALF Public Service Award?

3. What unique experiences or activities are part of the ALF fellowship?

4. How did being part of ALF impact Lisa Helfman’s personal and professional life?

5. What is Brighter Bites, and how did it get started?

6. How has Brighter Bites grown since its inception?

7. What role did the ALF and its network play in helping Brighter Bites launch and succeed?

8. What is Lisa Helfman’s current role in Brighter Bites and her connection with HEB?

9. What is the “One Good Thing” podcast at HEB, and what is its purpose?

10. Can acts of kindness and community support truly make a difference in people’s lives?

Timestamped Overview

00:00 American Leadership Forum Tribute

05:01 Fostering Community Through Dialogue

07:47 ALF Inspired Personal Transformation

10:59 Lisa's Lifelong Recognition

15:49 Transforming Diets in Low-Income Communities

19:33 Kale Smoothie School Project Beginnings

20:20 Valentine's Day Produce Program Impact

26:40 Patient Navigators: Compassionate Guidance

30:10 Collecting Kindness Stories

31:52 H E B Employee Acts of Kindness

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