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Onboarding Starts Before The First Meeting: How Annie Tenwick And Katrina Pool Say Destination Motivation Turns New Talent, Team Connection, And Shared Learning Into A Stronger Culture

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A Culture That Welcomes New People Before The Work Even Begins At Destination Motivation’s Annual Planning Summit at The Georgian Hotel in Santa Monica, California, the company brought its team together during a season of fast growth, new talent, and stronger national attention. The event gave leaders, long time team members, and new hires a … Read more

Once People Are In It, They Stay With It: How Adam Hordell Says Bo’s Effort Turns Strong Partnerships Into Lasting Community Support

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Loyalty Grows When People Believe In The Family, The Cause, And The Community Behind It  At the 2026 Bo’s Effort event, Greg Cummings spoke with Adam Hordell, Director of Media Sales and Partnerships at Monumental Sports and Entertainment, about why he continues to return to the tournament year after year. Greg noted that Adam was … Read more

Johnny DePaola Shares How Bo’s Effort mental health charity Keeps Growing Through Constant Community Support

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As the 11th year of the Bo’s Effort event came to a close, Greg Cummings spoke with Johnny DePaola, Bo’s brother and Co-President, about what stood out most from the day. The event had wrapped, the work was done, and Johnny had a chance to look back at the support that keeps the mission strong. … Read more

Power100 Spotlights Vinnie Faccinto and Smart Cremation: Why AI Execution Speed Is Becoming a Leadership Advantage in Modern Cremation Care

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Power100 is the only unbiased third party platform that ranks the best leaders and partners in the home improvement industry using its proprietary 5-layer ranking system. Power100 exists to identify the leaders who are not merely visible, but truly impactful, and through stories like this one, Power100 brings the broader business world a closer look … Read more

Destination Motivation Launch Destination Hope to Help Foster Families Experience Joy-Filled Vacations, One Unforgettable Trip at a Time

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Destination Motivation, our #1-ranked Preferred Partner in the nation, is now extending its travel-centered model of emotional value into a philanthropic mission called Destination Hope, a program created to provide joy-filled vacations for foster families who show up with love every day and rarely get the chance to get away. Created as the philanthropic giving … Read more

Keeping Bo’s Honor Alive: John DePaola Shares How Bo’s Effort mental health charity Grew From A Family Hope Into A Community Movement

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As the 2026 Bo’s Effort event came to a close, Greg Cummings spoke with John DePaola, Bo’s father and Founding Member, during a quiet moment after the day had ended. The crowd had cleared, only a few people remained, and John had time to reflect on what made year 11 feel different from the years … Read more

When Transformation Restores Vision: Sean Crane Shows Leaders How Gratitude Turns Pain Into Possibility And Purpose

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When Growth Helps Leaders See Life In Color Again Many leaders in the home improvement industry carry more than business pressure. They are leading teams, serving homeowners, managing growth, handling family needs, and trying to stay strong while the market keeps changing. Over time, that weight can make life feel flat. A leader may still … Read more

After The Transaction: How Melissa Rubin Turns Finished Deals Into Human Relationships That Last

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When The Work Ends, The Real Relationship Can Begin In many service based industries, the customer experience often slows down once the sale is complete. The call is finished. The paper is signed. The crew leaves. The next customer becomes the focus. For many clients, that is when trust starts to fade. But for Melissa … Read more

Guard The Clock, Grow The Company: Richard C. Wilson, Founder of Family Office Club, Explains Why High Velocity Leaders Guard Time, Clear Noise, And Keep Building

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The Next Level Belongs To Leaders Who Protect Their Focus Many leaders in home improvement, home services, and outdoor living know what it feels like to be pulled in too many directions. The day can fill fast with calls, emails, team questions, customer needs, vendor requests, sales issues, and meetings that do not always move … Read more

Competition With Purpose: How Ohene Opong-Owusu Shows Leaders That The Drive To Win Begins With Becoming Their Best

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Football Alumni of Michigan continues to serve as a powerful connection point for former Michigan football players, coaches, trainers, managers, and staff who helped shape one of college football’s most respected traditions. Built around leadership, service, and lifelong support, the organization helps members stay connected beyond the game while carrying the values of Michigan Football … Read more