From There to Here

From There to Here

From There to Here is a podcast for the bold and the brave—those who carve their own path in work and life. Hosted by Jason Shupp, this show dives into the unconventional origin stories of entrepreneurs and industry experts who defined their own success. These are stories of risk, resilience, and the relentless pursuit of opportunity. Each episode uncovers the pivotal moments and insights that shaped their careers, revealing how personal and professional lives intersect in powerful ways. Whether you're navigating your own business journey or seeking inspiration to take the next big leap, this podcast is your guide to turning reflection into action. Discover the stories that spark change. Learn more at https://missionmatters.com/author/jason-shupp/

Episodes

February 5, 2025 82 mins

In this episode, Eric Pratum talks about a lack of attachments, using the time paid by others, the ease of pain with exposure, a complicated relationship with social media, learning empathy on the job, encouraging the feeling of insight, becoming what you spend your time on, and recognizing people (and their mindset) as the foundation.

Eric Pratum is a marketing strategist and podcast host with a background in digital marketing, ana...

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In this episode, John and I talk about storytelling and why you tell the story differently, using stories in your own story, the importance of humility, the future state of your story, the pitfall of telling people who you are, the story behind business strategy, asking your audience, and knowing the take-away you want.

High-growth companies and those navigating transitions, such as M&A or generational leadership chang...

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Dr. Kate Lund is a clinical psychologist.  She shares how a medical condition in her youth taught her empathy, her clinical focus on adaptation, the human side of injury, the importance of hope, maximizing potential in one’s unique context, her focus on parenting, strategy to help more people, and focusing on the possibilities.

Dr. Kate Lund is a licensed clinical psychologist of 15 years, peak performance coach, best-sell...

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December 18, 2024 72 mins

Glenn Akramoff is an organizational rehabilitation consultant.  Glenn generously shares his stories and his lessons learned; including to care about what is important to you and those you care about, preparing for the worse, not applying yourself and the impact on others, the importance of recognition, lessons on empathy, recognizing a miscast, the awareness of your emotional intelligence, and giving people permission.

Gle...

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December 4, 2024 61 mins

Terri Spencer is an agency VP of Creative.  Terri talks about working hard for what you want, finding the right people, experiences with early “influencers”, the pressures of identity, chasing titles, learning to figure it out, knowing your value alignment,  and remembering what matters.

Terri Spencer has always been creatively inclined, building a career that spans graphic design, marketing, strategy, and freelance work. ...

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Jose Tejada is a mortgage banker and Hispanic community leader. On this episode, he shares about growing up in a revolution, being in a constant state of survival, the contribution of every family member, the power of equity, the empathy of doing business, transferring grit, growing carrots, generational changing activities, and perspectives on mental health.

Jose Tejada studied Business Administration at California State...

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November 13, 2024 53 mins

Shea Peffly is a coach and EOS implementer. On this episode, she shares the impact of music on her life, doing the work, listening to our elders’ stories, real world applications, defining your core values, practicing what you teach, the importance of self-care, and we have a high-level discussion of EOS and the entrepreneur.

Shea Peffly, the CEO of Menagerie Coaching, is dedicated to assisting executives in achieving thei...

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Patrice Bonfiglio is a Leader in the Investment sector.  On this episode, she discusses childhood resilience, boundless curiosity, territorial-ism, building on enthusiasm, opening the doors for others, and the value of small acts of service.

Patrice Bonfiglio is the President of Sarissa Capital Management LP, a registered investment adviser focused on shareholder activism in healthcare. Prior to being president, she served...

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Dan Reus is an innovation advisor and ecosystem curator.  In this episode, he shares how he learned to pull strategy, science, and art together, the desire to just show up and learn, making everyone else feel like they are changing the world, seeking those who are active creatives, stewardship of other’s potential, being the most curious person in the room, and choosing to be part of the future.

Dan Reus believes you shoul...

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In this episode, Jami and I discuss how to identify, navigate, and leverage significant inflection points within an entrepreneur's journey.  We talk about the driver of behaviors, understanding the levers, participating in all the forums, knowing a business therapist, getting a solid assessment, and vetting your advisor.

Jami Wolfe is an Organizational Psychologists and Managing Partner of CMA Global Inc.  Her profess...

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Daryl Tegtmeier is a financial wealth advisor.  In this episode, Daryl shares his young lessons of the family business, employee entrepreneurialism, knowing what to own, modeling your business around your paradigm, the safety of business ownership, the gift of choice; and we have a discussion on financial literacy, the attraction of donor dollars in non-profits, and being there at your inflection point.

Daryl Tegtmeier is ...

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September 4, 2024 62 mins

Mandy Keyworth is a hypnotherapist specializing in addiction therapy.  On this episode, she openly talks about being the problem, chasing the glamour, ego vs. self esteem, death by installments, asking the right questions, the irony of willpower, and believing in hope.

Since childhood, Mandy Keyworth has always been driven to help anyone become the best version of themselves. Her journey to helping others began in the NHS ...

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August 21, 2024 50 mins

Donny Carver is a professional banker and life-long learner.  In this episode, he talks about seeking what is possible, picking the right challenge, courageous opportunities, the similarities in motivation, elevating the market place, and strategies in seeking mentors.

Donny Carver is a 20+ year veteran in the banking industry, with experience building and leading teams, growing markets, business development, and active co...

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Aslak de Silva is a CEO and leadership expert.  On this episode, he shares the values and challenges of a multi-cultural background, how martial arts became a perpetual foundation, trying out new techniques, the connection with your team, finding alignment, we have a comprehensive discussion about feedback, and the advantages of entrepreneurial knowledge of the business.

Aslak has nearly 20 years of experience as a practit...

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Paige Arnof-Fenn is a seasoned marketing expert and entrepreneur. On this episode, Paige shares an early experience to redefine success, having a vocational paradigm shift, the value with no one path to success, testing your mettle, the lessons on intra-preneurialism, having a platform to do what you love,  and building a bridge to your strengths and passions.

Paige Arnof-Fenn is the founder & CEO of global branding an...

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In this episode, as we are joined by Ryan Klingensmith, Founder of Shape the Sky, the three of us talk about the intersection of technology in Kari's life.  We talk about not really understanding what technology does, the value of finding ways to entertain yourself, increasing the speed of misbehavior, focusing on the right things to do (and not always the wrong), bridging wisdom with knowledge, and not missing YOUR important ...

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Tim Vosse is an expert in the senior living space.  In this episode, he talks about the presence of his family, a desire to make an impact, listening more than talking, understanding the end game, using your voice, and we have a deeper dive into elder care.


Tim is a St. Louis metro native, a CPA, with a B.S. in Accounting from Illinois State University and an MBA from Southern Illinois University at Edwardsville.  He worked in ...

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Dayton Crites is a senior outdoor recreation planner.  During his origin story, he shares the impact of his nomadic youth, finding the value in your time, having a place to do, the realization of why people pay for school,  a world not dependent on cars, work aligning with your passions, and connecting communities.


Dayton Crites is a creative and strategic planner. Trained as a landscape architect, he leads multidisciplinary te...

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Ali Carson is an executive coach and talent development consultant.  In this episode, Ali talks about the early influences of contribution, balancing your systems vs. your intuition, cultivating curiosity, reconciling with imposter syndrome, she shares a beautiful story of seeing values realized, having intentional impact, and always finding a way to add value.


Ali Carson is an experienced coach and dynamic facilitator with two...

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Michael Flieg is a entrepreneur and outdoor advocate.  While sharing his origin story, he talks about an early unconscious state, a tendency towards aggression,  how you measure success, struggling to apply compassion, self-reflection, surrendering to your struggles, the value of intention, and the oneness of humanity.


Michael Flieg is the owner and developer of Arcadia Valley Outdoors, a campground and emerging nature preserve...

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