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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

Katie DePaola Says Bo’s Effort mental health charity Will Keep Raising Support For Mental Health Awareness, Hospital Care, And Community Initiatives

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Katie DePaola, Bo’s sister and Board member of Bo’s Effort, spoke with a clear sense of hope during the 2026 Bo’s Effort Golf Tournament at Queenstown Harbor. Her message was simple, but powerful. After 11 years of support, the family is still grateful, still proud, and still excited to keep the mission moving forward. “I’m … Read more

Meet The Customer Where They Are: Greg Cummings Says Home Improvement Leaders Must Move At The Speed Of Today’s Buyer

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Power100 CEO Greg Cummings sat down with Marcus Sheridan, Co-Founder of AITrustSignals, for a new episode of PowerChat Outside the Lines focused on one of the biggest changes facing home improvement, home services, and outdoor living leaders today. Outside the Lines brings trusted voices from beyond the traditional home improvement space into the industry conversation … Read more

Failure Should Build Better Teams, Not Fearful Ones: How Michael Adler Says Leaders Create Culture by What They Allow People to Learn From

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Michael E. Adler, Managing Member of Adler Consulting Strategies LLC, joined Greg Cummings, CEO of Power100, for a PowerChat Outside the Lines episode focused on how strong leaders respond when mistakes happen. With experience across business consulting, law, entrepreneurship, education, real estate, investing, and community leadership, Adler brought an outside view on a problem every … Read more

When Leaders Feel Unheard: Sean Crane And Greg Cummings Explain Why Identity Must Change Before Impact Can Grow

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The Moment A Leader Realizes The Real Work Starts Within  Many leaders reach a point where they feel like they are saying the right things, giving the right direction, and trying to move people toward something better. But the team does not move. The message does not land. The leader feels unheard, tired, and alone. … Read more