Chris Lambert is the founder and CEO of Life Remodeled, an organization that is revitalizing Detroit’s landscape by repurposing community spaces for use as neighborhood resource hubs. These resource hubs allow families to access the resources they need and want all in one place. At the core, Life Remodeled builds connections and empowers youth and adults to create opportunities for their communities to thrive.

Music by:

Trendsetter (mood Maze) https://uppbeat.io/t/mood-maze/trendsetter

Golden Summer (LennyB) https://uppbeat.io/t/fortune-cookie/golden-summer-lenny-b

Energetic Funky Groove (Onoychenkomusic) by ⁠Yevhen Onoychenko⁠ from ⁠Pixabay

In this episode we hear from a leader in the social sector that specializes in preparing youth for success. Christa Funk is the executive director for Detroit Region Dollars for Scholars. Christa shares some strategies that DRDFS has taken to ensure their students are prepared and supported for college readiness and beyond. Music by:

Trendsetter (mood Maze) https://uppbeat.io/t/mood-maze/trendsetter

Golden Summer (LennyB) https://uppbeat.io/t/fortune-cookie/golden-summer-lenny-b

Energetic Funky Groove (Onoychenkomusic) by ⁠Yevhen Onoychenko⁠ from ⁠Pixabay

In this episode, Jacqueline Moore, SDM2 Project Education, is highlighted as local leader who’s building a stronger community by investing in her neighbors and and the community. Our guest has transformed her neighborhood into a thriving hub where neighbors come together for support, growth, and connection. Through the tireless efforts of her and her husband Willie, they've created a space that offers everything from a food pantry to garden-to-table meals, and she’s empowering the next generation with educational camps and youth services. Music by:

Trendsetter (mood Maze) https://uppbeat.io/t/mood-maze/trendsetter

Golden Summer (LennyB) https://uppbeat.io/t/fortune-cookie/golden-summer-lenny-b

Energetic Funky Groove (Onoychenkomusic) by ⁠Yevhen Onoychenko⁠ from ⁠Pixabay

In this episode we hear from Holly Arida, founder and director, Youth Tank Detroit and Asim Williams, head technology leader coach, Google. The synergy between this partnership is highlighted as we take a deeper look into the innovation mindset of these captivating individuals who speak and teach youth within the technology and mobility landscape in Detroit.

Music by:

Trendsetter (mood Maze) https://uppbeat.io/t/mood-maze/trendsetter

Golden Summer (LennyB) https://uppbeat.io/t/fortune-cookie/golden-summer-lenny-b

Energetic Funky Groove (Onoychenkomusic) by Yevhen Onoychenko from Pixabay

In this episode we unpack wisdom from Bill Sullivan of Crossroads of Michigan. Bill takes an unconventional human-centered approach to problem solving for one of Detroits oldest soup kitchens; delivering on 47 years of caring power and trust.

Through this flowcast, we hope to illuminate the impact of social innovators who work every day to elevate the human experience. Our goal is to share compelling insights from these heroic trailblazers. We seek to broaden the narrative around what is innovation, what are the qualities and characteristics of individuals that push the boundaries with unshakeable determination to help others. This is a showcase of how this impacts our society as a whole and inspires the next generation. We’ll look through windows and mirrors to foster an equitable lens on the risks, cost, and consequences of innovation.
We hope this flowcast acts as a beacon of hope. When we think of innovation, the spotlight often shines on entrepreneurs and for-profit entities. However, the profound influence and pioneering spirit within the social sector can deliver extraordinary outcomes. It is at this intersection of tremendous need and boundless determination, that we can address complex societal challenges, take significant risks, and navigate the complexities of serving our communities.

Music by: Amazing Day (Iros Young) from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/iros-young/amazing-day