Amplifying Voices, Empowering Change. Connecting with leaders working to make Rochester a better place.
CRUSH Hour Episode 41!
Listen as Dr. Maryann Rivera-Dannert, speaker, author, life coach shares her inspiring journey to entrepreneurship and supporting individuals as they navigate life challenges.
In this episode of The CRUSH Hour, serial entrepreneur and YAMTEP founder Tyrone Reaves shares his journey into manufacturing, entrepreneurship, and workforce development—and how he empowers men and women to create lasting change and opportunity with the resources in the Rochester community.
CRUSH Hour Episode 40! In this episode of The CRUSH Hour, serial entrepreneur and YAMTEP founder Tyrone Reaves shares his journey into manufacturing, entrepreneurship, and workforce development—and how he empowers men and women to create lasting change and opportunity using the resources in the Rochester community .”
CRUSH Hour Episode 39!
Rashakim Abimilech Hudson, a Brooklyn native based in Rochester, NY, is the Founder and CEO of FATHATORCH INC., a nonprofit empowering fathers and families through mentorship, cultural awareness, and healing. A social work scholar and Rastafari leader, he inspires others to “light their torch and lead with love.”
Take a listen!
In episode 38 of the CRUSH Hour, Battalion Chief and nurse practitioner Lawrence Brumfield shares his 28-year journey in service, opening up about mental health, resilience, and breaking stigma for firefighters and first responders.
Sparkle Wells joins The Crush Hour to share her journey as a community engagement specialist. From planning impactful events to building meaningful partnerships, Sparkle’s passion for connecting people shines through as she talks about service, growth, and inspiring stronger communities.
Sparkle Wells joins The Crush Hour to share her journey as a community engagement specialist. From planning impactful events to building meaningful partnerships, Sparkle’s passion for connecting people shines through as she talks about service, growth, and inspiring stronger communities.
CRUSH Hour! Episode 36! Listen as we sit down with Rochester’s own Kwamaine Much. From basketball to higher education, his path has always centered on mentorship and supporting youth and families. Kwamaine shares how servant leadership, integrity, and vision guide his mission to uplift and inspire the next generation.
Kwamaine is CRUSHIN IT
CRUSH Hour Episode 35 with Bruce Blue!
Bruce empowers youth through service, coaching, and community leadership—balancing family, business, and mentorship to inspire lasting impact.
Listen as he shares his story of using lived experiences to be a pillar in the Rochester community.
CRUSH Hour Episode 34!
Ronieka Burns, Healthcare Advocate and founder of You Are Beautifully Made LLC., stops in the WAYO studio and shares her journey to empowering women, girls, and families while advancing community health, education, and equity in Rochester.
