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Giving with Impact: The Power of Philanthropy with Ryan Corry (Ep. 99)

Giving with Impact: The Power of Philanthropy with Ryan Corry (Ep. 99)

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What’s driving the spirit of community and kindness in your neighborhood? 

Brent Mekosh has an enlightening conversation with Ryan Corry, the Chief Philanthropy Officer at St. Vincent de Paul. Ryan shares insights from his journey into philanthropy, illustrating how early volunteering led him to a lifelong commitment to service. Together, Brent and Ryan discuss the organization’s mission to feed, clothe, house, and heal, detailing their expansive services like medical and dental clinics and transitional housing programs aimed at restoring stability for their clients.

Brent and Ryan discuss:

  • The interconnected world of philanthropy and financial planning [00:02:18]
  • The founding and mission of St. Vincent de Paul [00:06:19]
  • Successful strategies for tackling homelessness [00:15:15]
  • The innovative ‘Angels on Call’ app and its impact [00:30:59]
  • Charitable giving, tax credits, and community engagement [00:26:42]
  • And more

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About Our Guest:

Ryan Corry is a dedicated nonprofit leader passionate about connecting those in need with those willing to help. During his decade of leadership at St. Vincent de Paul, he helped expand the organization’s reach nearly fivefold, strengthening efforts to feed, clothe, house, and heal the community.

Driven by curiosity, Ryan focuses on creating value for others, forging strong partnerships, and inspiring people to find joy and meaning in service. He firmly believes that more people can give than need help—and his mission is to facilitate those connections.

To scale this impact, he founded Southwest Philanthropy Partners, equipping fundraisers and nonprofit professionals with the tools, strategies, and systems to raise more money, serve donors better, and find fulfillment in their work. By supporting fundraisers—the brokers of community good—Ryan empowers them to create lasting change and build a stronger, more generous society.

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True Entrepreneurship: Scaling a Business for Meaningful Impact with Kristen Shroyer (Ep. 76)

True Entrepreneurship: Scaling a Business for Meaningful Impact with Kristen Shroyer (Ep. 76)

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Many believe that quality wine and philanthropy are paths that rarely cross.

ONEHOPE Wine challenges this misconception head-on, proving that every sip can indeed contribute to a greater cause. 

This week on Smart. Money. Simplified, Brent Mekosh is joined by Kristen Shroyer, Co-Founder and Chief Impact Officer at ONEHOPE Wine. Together they uncork the journey of turning a passion for wine into a powerful force for global change. 

Tune in and explore Kristen’s entrepreneurial adventure in the wine industry, the challenges and breakthroughs of scaling a business, and how each bottle of wine sold contributes to meaningful causes worldwide.

Talking points include: 

  • The origins and mission of ONEHOPE Wine
  • Overcoming industry challenges and the transition to an independent RIA space
  • The importance of aligning business with philanthropy
  • Insights into entrepreneurship and growing a purpose-driven brand
  • And more!

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About Our Guest:

Kristen Shroyer is a highly accomplished and committed executive with over 16 years of extensive experience in the wine industry. As the Co-Founder of ONEHOPE Wine, Kristen has a proven track record in building and nurturing partnerships, empowering women through wine, leading marketing initiatives, and driving sales strategies. She is passionate about combining business growth with positive social impact, with over $10 million donated to over 40,000 nonprofits to date. 

Kristen is skilled in leading diverse teams and managing national accounts. Dedicated to giving back to the community, she serves in various volunteer roles and has been recognized with numerous honors and awards for her contributions to the industry and community.

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