Creating The Future
Creativity is captivating, transformative, and sometimes even magical. It’s at the core of what makes us human, and it’s central to the DNA of Dayton, Ohio. Creating the Future is a podcast that explores the inspiring stories of creative thinkers who call Dayton home. Join Ohlmann Group as we spotlight the visionaries driving progress and sparking positive change in Dayton and beyond.
Episodes
Kappy Kilburn is the Executive Director of The Human Race Theatre Company, a professional regional theatre company in downtown Dayton, Ohio, that has been challenging, inspiring, and entertaining audiences for over 40 years.
In this episode, Kappy shares more about her background and passion for the arts, what to expect from the new, thought-provoking season focused on Perception vs. Reality, and t...
Libby Ballengee is an arts entrepreneur, community cheerleader, and the force behind countless live events in Dayton, Ohio. She serves as the music booker and promoter for The Brightside Music & Events Venue and is the founder of Venus Child Productions.
In this episode, Libby shares more about her creative path, her passion for volunteering and community impact, and the future she wants to create right here in Dayton. If you ...
As President of Omega Community Development Corporation (Omega CDC), Rachel Ward is helping to shape the next chapter of transformation in Northwest Dayton.
From centering resident voices and investing in youth programs to expanding homeownership opportunities and using data to guide decisions, Omega CDC is building alongside residents and community partners to catalyze change through the Hope Zone Promise Neighborhood and th...
As the Marketing and Community Partnerships Manager at the Dayton Arcade, Megan Dunn Peters has had a front row seat to the revitalization of Dayton's historic downtown crown jewel.
Opened in 1904, the Dayton Arcade was once a bustling downtown marketplace known for its iconic glass-domed rotunda. After decades of decline and closure, it has been fully restored and reimagined as a modern, mixed-use hub for entrepreneurship, ...
Sean Mitchell is a passionate community advocate with over a decade of experience in human services work. As the Returning Citizen Coordinator for Sinclair College, Sean brings an in-depth perspective on the barriers formerly incarcerated individuals face and the life-changing impact of education, support systems, and fair-chance employment.
Tune in to learn more about the work happening in our region to support citizens retu...
Crystal Allen, President & CEO of the Boys & Girls Club of Dayton, is a visionary, award-winning leader with nearly 30 years of experience dedicated to transforming the lives of young people.
In this inspiring episode, Crystal shares about her leadership journey, her unexpected path to Dayton, and the future she wants to create for the next generation. You'll also learn about her vision for the new Boys & Girls Club of ...
Todd Henry is an international speaker, best-selling author, and advisor who empowers leaders and creative pros to produce brilliant work in healthy teams that make a meaningful difference in the world. He's written numerous best-selling books, and his podcast, the Daily Creative, has been downloaded more than 20 million times since 2005.
Tune in as we chat about creativity, AI, and the inspiring future Todd hopes to help create fo...
Josh Stucky is an entrepreneur, philanthropist, educator, community advocate, and unabashed Dayton enthusiast.
Whether you know him as co-owner of Square One Salon & Spa and the new Wayne & Clover coffee shop, or as a founding member of The Rubi Girls, Dayton's beloved charity-driven comedic drag group, Josh is a consistently enthusiastic Dayton original, always leading with joy.
Listen to learn more about Josh's jour...
Tracey Tomme is the President and CEO of the Dayton Society of Natural History—the organization behind the Boonshoft Museum of Discovery and SunWatch Village.
With a fascinating background in education and non-profit leadership, Tracey shares how hands-on learning, conservation, and cultural stewardship come together to preserve the past and create the future right here in Dayton, Ohio.
Michael M. Parks, CFRE, is the President of The Dayton Foundation, one of the nation's oldest and largest community foundations.
Mike is a leading voice in philanthropy, with recognition spanning well beyond the Dayton region. We sit down with Mike to learn about his story of community leadership, the future he wants to create, and how The Dayton Foundation helps people and organizations help others in the Dayton region and b...
Sierra Leone is a writer, storyteller, and teaching artist whose voice has shaped Dayton’s cultural landscape for over 20 years. In 2025, she was named Dayton’s first Poet Laureate, a recognition of her leadership at the forefront of the city’s urban creative arts and spoken word poetry movement.
In this episode, you’ll hear more about Sierra’s journey and the future she wants to create as Dayton...
This special episode was recorded LIVE at the "Get Your Bag Back Financial Literacy Summit" presented by the Omega Community Development Corporation (Omega CDC).
Tune in to hear from a panel of four dynamic local leaders — Jackie Gamblin, Brandon Smith, Clarece Richardson, and Christian Jay Calloway — who each share their personal journey of starting a business, building financial stability, and using creati...
Jonathan McNeal is a filmmaker, philanthropist, and General Manager of The Neon, Dayton’s non-profit, independent art-house movie theater. In this episode, Jonathan shares his journey from film student at Wright State University to film curator, his contagious passion for the shared experience of cinema, and the many innovative ways The Neon is connecting the Dayton community through art and placemaking.
Peter Benkendorf is the founder of The Collaboratory, where Dayton's dreamers and doers gather to move innovative ideas to transformative action. Listen to learn how community initiatives conceptualized at The Collaboratory — from Dayton Sewing Collaborative to Dayton Porchfest — are generating new economic, civic, and creative opportunities and value to promote a healthier, more thriving region.
Jeff Graley is the President and co-founder of Mile 2, a Human Machine Teaming company operating at the intersection of people, technology, and work. Proudly based in Dayton, Ohio, Mile 2 builds custom software for a range of diverse clients, including startups, Fortune 500 companies, and the U.S. government. A former Air Force audiologist turned entrepreneur, Jeff leads with humility and collaboration. Hear more about his fascina...
Myla Cardona-Jones is the CEO of the Brunner Literacy Center, empowering adults to live better lives through literacy. With over two decades of experience spanning the service, education, marketing, and legal sectors, Myla is recognized as one of the most dynamic leaders in the Dayton region.
Listen to learn more about Myla’s personal journey and her passion for creating a brighter future in the Dayton region through th...
Charlynda Scales is a veteran, serial entrepreneur, author, and in-demand speaker. As the founder and CEO of Mutt’s Sauce, she turned her grandfather's secret recipe into a popular regional food brand. She’s also the Executive Director of the OH Taste Foundation and the 6888 Kitchen Incubator inside the Dayton Arcade, where she provides small food business owners the tools they need to succeed inside and outside of the ...
Rodney Veal is a multidisciplinary artist and one of Dayton’s most passionate advocates for the arts. In his role at ThinkTV & CET, he’s known for hosting the podcast Rodney Veal’s Inspired By and the TV series The Art Show, as well as co-producing the 2024 documentary Willis "Bing" Davis: Reach High & Reach Back. As a self-described “art nerd,” Rodney truly has his finger on the pulse of the r...
Gabriel van Aalst is the President and CEO of Dayton Live, the region’s home for performing arts, culture, and live entertainment. With a journey that started in Australia and weaved through nearly every continent on the planet, Gabriel finally landed in Dayton, Ohio, in September 2024, lured to our city by our vibrant arts culture and passionate community support.
Listen to learn more about Gabriel and his vision for f...
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