Category: Philanthropy
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From Veteran to Faith-Driven Leader: Danita Cummins on Resilience and Purpose

In this inspiring episode of the Pockets of Knowledge podcast, host Desiree Stanley chats with Danita Cummins, founder of Cummins Consulting Group, defense consultant, veteran, and nonprofit leader. Danita shares her incredible journey from serving in the Air Force and working as a defense contractor to becoming a faith-driven entrepreneur and leadership coach. Her story…
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Helping the Unhoused – Myths & Misconceptions of Homelessness | Jan Bernstein Chargin
Jan Bernstein Chargin has lived in Gilroy since 2001. She was born and raised in New York City and moved to California after her graduation from Cornell University, where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Applied Economics. Her early career included working as a manufacturing supervisor at Frito-Lay, several years as an independent…
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Non-Profit Dog Rescue Spawned a Successful Business with Kiah Hagen
Kiah is the founder and director of Pacific Pups Rescue in Los Angeles, and the co-founder and CEO of Pacific Pups Products. Kiah started her non-profit animal rescue in 2016 with the goal of rescuing the dogs and cats who were being overlooked in the high-kill shelters of Los Angeles. She wanted to help the…
