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Luminate: Navigating the Unknown Through Creative Leadership

Schmidt Associates

35 episodes

1 month ago

In this inspiring episode of Luminate: Navigating the Unknown Through Creative Leadership, guest host Audra Blasdel speaks with Dan Robison, director of the Jackson County Chamber, about returning home, building ecosystems, and leading rural transformation through connection and creativity. After nearly two decades in Florida, Robison made the bold decision to return to Seymour, Indiana—just days before the pandemic hit. What followed was a reimagining of community leadership rooted in servan...

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In this inspiring episode of Luminate: Navigating the Unknown Through Creative Leadership, guest host Audra Blasdel speaks with Dan Robison, director of the Jackson County Chamber, about returning home, building ecosystems, and leading rural transformation through connection and creativity. After nearly two decades in Florida, Robison made the bold decision to return to Seymour, Indiana—just days before the pandemic hit. What followed was a reimagining of community leadership rooted in servan...

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Episodes (20/35)

Luminate: Navigating the Unknown Through Creative Leadership

Episode 35: Leading Where You’re Planted—The Story of Dan Robison

In this inspiring episode of Luminate: Navigating the Unknown Through Creative Leadership, guest host Audra Blasdel speaks with Dan Robison, director of the Jackson County Chamber, about returning home, building ecosystems, and leading rural transformation through connection and creativity. After nearly two decades in Florida, Robison made the bold decision to return to Seymour, Indiana—just days before the pandemic hit. What followed was a reimagining of community leadership rooted in servan...

1 month ago

35 minutes

Luminate: Navigating the Unknown Through Creative Leadership

Episode 34: Purpose-Driven Change at Butler University's Founders College with Dr. Carolyn Gentle-Genitty

In this inspiring episode, CEO Sarah Hempstead sits down with Dr. Carolyn Gentle-Genitty, inaugural dean of Founders College at Butler University, to explore how visionary leadership and lived experience are reshaping access to higher education. Dr. Gentle-Genitty shares her journey from growing up in Belize to serving as dean of a bold new college model designed for high-ability, low-wealth students. With stories that span grassroots youth leadership, systemic change in U.S. higher education...

2 months ago

1 hour 30 minutes

Luminate: Navigating the Unknown Through Creative Leadership

Episode 33: Building a New Bench of Women Leaders: UIndy President Tanuja Singh on Impact and Access

In this episode of Luminate: Navigating the Unknown Through Creative Leadership, host Sarah Hempstead speaks with Dr. Tanuja Singh, president of the University of Indianapolis. Dr. Singh shares her extraordinary journey from particle physics in India to purposeful leadership in higher education. She discusses the importance of belonging, mentorship, and preparing the next generation of women leaders—offering a candid and inspiring look at what it means to lead with empathy, curiosity and conv...

3 months ago

32 minutes

Luminate: Navigating the Unknown Through Creative Leadership

Growing with Westfield: Leadership, Legacy and the Power of Community

In this episode of Luminate: Navigating the Unknown Through Creative Leadership, host Sarah Hempstead sits down with Matthew Deck, Director of Facilities and Events for the City of Westfield, Indiana and Audra Blasdel, Waypoint Strategies Division Lead. Deck shares how his deep-rooted love for community, inspired by his mother and mentors like former mayor Andy Cook, has shaped his leadership journey. From overseeing Grand Park—one of the largest sports complexes in the U.S.—to planning commu...

3 months ago

29 minutes

Luminate: Navigating the Unknown Through Creative Leadership

Episode 31: Education, Business and Community: Brian Tomamichel on Navigating Change

In this episode of Luminate: Navigating the Unknown Through Creative Leadership, host Sarah Hempstead speaks with Brian Tomamichel, assistant superintendent for business and operations at Westfield Washington Schools. Tomamichel shares his unconventional path to education leadership, his passion for the outdoors, and his approach to managing growth in one of Indiana’s fastest-growing school districts. From fostering collaboration to balancing a $150 million budget, he provides insights ...

9 months ago

25 minutes

Luminate: Navigating the Unknown Through Creative Leadership

Episode 30: Beyond the Classroom: The Future of Learning and Leadership with Mike Springer

In this inspiring episode of Luminate: Navigating the Unknown Through Creative Leadership, Sarah Hempstead sits down with Mike Springer, Superintendent of Norwell Community Schools, to explore his remarkable 30-year journey in education. From his humble beginnings on a farm in Illinois to leading transformative educational initiatives, Mike shares lessons on leadership, resilience, and the power of student-centered learning. Key Highlights from the Episode: Early Roots in Leadership Mike refl...

9 months ago

31 minutes

Luminate: Navigating the Unknown Through Creative Leadership

Luminate: Building Communities with Vop Osili – From Architecture to Advocacy

In this inspiring episode of Luminate, Sarah Hempstead, CEO and Principal-in-Charge at Schmidt Associates, sits down with Vop Osili, President of the Indianapolis City-County Council. Vop shares his extraordinary journey from a childhood shaped by his Nigerian heritage and Indianapolis roots to his impactful career in architecture, urban design, and public service. Discover how his parents’ legacy of resilience and service influenced his mission to champion inclusive urban development, equity...

11 months ago

29 minutes

Luminate: Navigating the Unknown Through Creative Leadership

Episode 28: Leading with Purpose – Owner-Centered Strategy and Community Impact with Audra Blasdel

Episode Introduction: Welcome to Luminate: Navigating the Unknown Through Creative Leadership, where we explore the journeys of visionary leaders making a difference. Today, our host, Sarah Hempstead, CEO and Principal-in-Charge at Schmidt Associates, is joined by Audra Blasdel, the Division Lead of Waypoint Strategies. With a diverse career spanning government, nonprofit, and educational organizations, Audra brings a unique perspective on leadership, community-driven project management, and ...

12 months ago

35 minutes

Luminate: Navigating the Unknown Through Creative Leadership

Episode 27: Rooted in Nature: Leadership, Advocacy, and the Power of the Outdoors with Layla George, President and CEO of Olmsted Parks and Conservancy

Episode 27: Rooted In Nature: Leadership, Advocacy and the Power of the Outdoors with Layla George, CEO and President of Olmsted Parks Conservancy Episode Introduction: Welcome to Luminate: Navigating the Unknown Through Creative Leadership, where we dive into the minds of some of the most creative leaders shaping our world today. In today’s episode, Sarah Hempstead, CEO at Schmidt Associates, is joined by a special guest, Layla George, president and CEO of Olmsted Parks Conservancy. La...

1 year ago

35 minutes

Luminate: Navigating the Unknown Through Creative Leadership

Episode 26: Creative Leadership in Education with Dr. Paul Kaiser

Introduction: Welcome to Luminate: Navigating the Unknown Through Creative Leadership. In this episode, Sarah Hempstead is joined by Dr. Paul Kaiser, Superintendent of Westfield Washington Schools. Dr. Kaiser brings over 40 years of experience in education, from being a former math teacher to leading a district of nearly 10,000 students. Together, they dive into the themes of honesty, transparency, and creative leadership in public education. Overview: In this episode, Dr. Kaiser reflects on ...

1 year ago

34 minutes

Luminate: Navigating the Unknown Through Creative Leadership

Episode 25: Taking Care: A Health-Centered Conversation with Hosparus Health CEO David Cook

Introduction: Welcome to Luminate, where we dive into the minds of some of the most creative leaders shaping our world today. I'm Sarah Hempstead, architect, and CEO of Schmidt Associates. In this episode, I'm thrilled to sit down with David Cook, the President and CEO of Hosparus Health and Pallitus Health Partners. With over 20 years of experience in healthcare and non-profit sectors, David leads with a vision of innovation, community building, and expanding access to essential services for...

1 year ago

35 minutes

Luminate: Navigating the Unknown Through Creative Leadership

Episode 24: The Art of Hope and Leadership: A Conversation with Holy Cross College President Dr. Marco Clark

Thankful for his parents who were his first teachers and blessed with gifts of grit and determination, Holy Cross College President Dr. Marco Clark, Ed. D. has found great joy in serving others and impacting lives throughout his 30-year Catholic education career that has included stops in teaching high school, coaching, working with at-risk youth, teaching at the college level, and completing research in educational leadership. Learn how his experiences and human-centered approaches to creati...

1 year ago

34 minutes

Luminate: Navigating the Unknown Through Creative Leadership

Episode 23: A Legacy of Design and Education with Tom Neff, AIA, LEED AP

Join us as we explore the illustrious design career and remarkable creative leadership journey of Tom Neff, AIA, LEED AP. From growing up in Coshocton, Ohio to becoming a prominent figure in central Indiana’s K-12 architectural design community, Tom has contributed to encouraging equity and equality in K-12 schools. Learn more about his design strategy and the impacts he has had on countless students. With degrees in Architecture from The Ohio State University, Tom is a gif...

1 year ago

33 minutes

Luminate: Navigating the Unknown Through Creative Leadership

Episode 22: Investing in Communities, Transforming Lives: The Leadership Story of Christamore House CEO La'Toya Pitts

Join Host Sarah Hempstead and Christamore House CEO La’Toya Pitts for an enlightening conversation on creative leadership. A driving force in the Haughville and Near Westside neighborhoods of Indianapolis, La’Toya has spearheaded efforts to provide child and youth educational services, senior programming, and life skills training to shape residents into community contributors. Learn how Christamore House professionally shaped La’Toya and how it has added to her leadership track an...

1 year ago

29 minutes

Luminate: Navigating the Unknown Through Creative Leadership

Episode 21: Empowering Student Futures: Dr. Dottie King on Shaping a Student-Centric Culture in Higher Education

Join host Sarah Hempstead for Luminate: Navigating the Unknown Through Creative Leadership as she interviews Independent Colleges of Indiana (ICI) President and CEO Dr. Dottie King. Since stepping into her role, Dr. King has advocated for Indiana’s 29 private, non-profit colleges and universities, drawing on her experiences as a professor and administrator. With a storied career that includes transforming Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College through significant campus developments, Dr. King shares...

1 year ago

36 minutes

Luminate: Navigating the Unknown Through Creative Leadership

Episode 20: Revolutionizing Indy: Leonard Hoops' Creative Blueprint for Convention Success

Travel with us into the visionary world of Leonard Hoops, the president, and CEO of Visit Indy, and the driving force behind transforming Indianapolis into America’s top convention destination. From his Trinidadian roots to his rise in Indianapolis’ growing tourism industry, Leonard’s creative leadership and strategic vision have not only elevated the city on the convention map but have also cultivated a vibrant ecosystem, contributing to a nearly $6B boom. In this episode, Leonard shares hi...

1 year ago

33 minutes

Luminate: Navigating the Unknown Through Creative Leadership

The Art of Airborne Leadership with Mario Rodriguez

Embark on an intimate exploration of leadership and perseverance with Mario Rodriguez, the visionary leader at the Indianapolis Airport Authority. His tale, a tapestry woven from his parents' daring escape from Cuba and their indomitable spirit to triumph in a foreign land, is nothing short of cinematic. As we chat with Mario, you'll experience the vibrant streets of Miami, where his family's dreams were recast amidst the city's cultural mosaic. His mother's reinvention as an attorney and his...

1 year ago

31 minutes

Luminate: Navigating the Unknown Through Creative Leadership

Advocating For Art: A Leadership Conversation with Julie Goodman, President and CEO of the Indy Arts Council

How does the central Indiana arts community navigate and survive during challenging times? Learn how as Julie Goodman, the tenacious and inspiring President and CEO of the Indianapolis Arts Council explains. Follow along as she underlines why the arts are vital to mental well-being and how they can fortify communal bonds. But the power of art extends beyond inspiration. Hear Julie share about a transformative project from her time at the Cincinnati Opera and the impact it has...

1 year ago

39 minutes

Luminate: Navigating the Unknown Through Creative Leadership

17: Shaping Landmarks and Lives: The Architectural Journey of Steve Alspaugh

A seasoned architect known for his creative leadership and dedication to his craft, Steve Alspaugh, FAIA, LEED AP, B+C shares his journey from a childhood fascination with The Brady Bunch to his current role as a Design Architect|Associate. Listen to his experience working on the Franklin Township Middle School project, where he used state code as a creative tool, and learn how a devastating tornado in his hometown led him to become the Indiana State Disaster Coordinator through the American ...

2 years ago

36 minutes

Luminate: Navigating the Unknown Through Creative Leadership

From Books to Buildings: The Educational Leadership Path of Angela Britian-Smith

Meet Angela Britain-Smith, fondly known as ABS, the director of operations at the Metropolitan School District of Washington Township (MSD Washington Township). In our enlightening conversation with Guest Hostess and K-12 Studio Leader Anna Marie Burrell, ABS shares her journey, starting as a librarian and transitioning into a leader handling facilities management, food services, and safety. Her experiences emphasize the power of mentorship, communication, and prioritizing what's best for chi...

2 years ago

27 minutes