Hart & Hustle Podcast
Hart & Hustle delivers real conversations with nonprofit and healthcare leaders who are scaling mission-driven impact through strategic innovation. Hosted by Efrain Lozada, each 45-minute episode explores leadership, operations, technology adoption, and practical strategies for mission-based organizations. Learn from executives who've transformed accessibility, efficiency, and community engagement while staying true to their values. For nonprofit directors, operations leaders, and healthcare innovators who hustle with heart. New episodes weekly.
Hart & Hustle Podcast
Shaping Leaders, Not Systems: Cindy Odom’s Blueprint for Youth Empowerment
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In this powerful episode of the Hart & Hustle Podcast, we sit down with Cindy Odom, CEO of New City Kids, to explore how she went from pre-med dreams to purpose-driven nonprofit leadership. Cindy shares how New City Kids transforms youth through teen employment, music, mentorship, and leadership development. We talk about confidence-building, authentic leadership, using AI in nonprofits, and the power of second chances. If you're a business leader, nonprofit pro, or just believe in the potential of young people, this episode is for you.