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
Why Building More Housing Won’t End Veteran Homelessness—And What Will | We Soldier On
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Veteran homelessness is a complex challenge—yet organizations like Soldier On show us it's solvable. Casey DiCicco, Communications Director, and Bruce Buckley, CEO/President of Soldier On, share how their mission-driven work over the past 30 years transforms lives, one veteran at a time. This is the story of relentless dedication and innovative support systems—and what mission-driven leaders can learn from it.
⚠️ In this episode, you'll learn:
✅ How to measure impact through personal stories, not just numbers
✅ The crucial role of building trust and meeting veterans where they are
✅ Ways to combat stigma and improve access to veteran resources
This episode is for mission-driven leaders seeking practical strategies to expand program reach and deepen community impact.
👤 ABOUT THE GUESTS:
Casey DiCicco: Communications Director at Soldier On, leading outreach and advocacy efforts to end veteran homelessness.
Bruce Buckley: CEO/President of Soldier On, guiding the organization’s mission to provide comprehensive support to veterans.
🔗 Organization Website: https://wesoldieron.org
🎙️ ABOUT THE HOST:
Efrain Lozada hosts Hart & Hustle, delivering weekly conversations with mission-driven leaders in healthcare, education, and community services. Efrain uncovers actionable strategies to solve real-world problems and scale your impact.
🔗 CONNECT WITH US:
FRANSiS™ Website: https://fransis.ai
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/fromfransis
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