Welcome to IMPACT — a book filled with powerful stories from extraordinary individuals who are changing the world through heart-centered leadership, purpose-driven businesses, and unshakable passion.
When we set out to create this book, our vision was gather a community of entrepreneurs, leaders, and creative's who are not just succeeding in business, but doing it with intention, integrity, and heart. The stories you’re about to read come from people who have faced challenges, over-come odds, and still chose to rise — not just for themselves, but for the people they serve.
Featured Natasha Duswalt, Craig Duswalt, Blasko, Gale Barbe, James Barbour, Larry Broughton, John Lee Dumas, Donna Feldman, Sharla J. Frost, Darren Kavinoky, Bonnie Kitahata, John Limbocker, Nick Lowery, Winnie MacGregor, Elizabeth McCormick, Scott McKain, Glenn Morshower, TK O’Geary, Captain Charlie Plumb, Ken ‘Dr. Smiley’ Rochon, Jr, Matt Sorum, Gina St. George, Engels J. Valenzuela, Connie Wittich
Contributing Hepsharat Amadi, Janie Becker, Roger Carlson, Kimberly Diaz, Maryann Ehmann, Geri England, Kate Navarro Fessler, Ron Howell, Merv Jersak, Diane Kephart, Jacqueline Lucien, Carey McLean, Jill Ann Monaco, Shantha Mony, Jimmy Owens, Luann Owens, Adina Peyton, Randy Powell, Suzy Prudden
Each author in this book brings a unique journey, but they all share a common the desire to make a difference. Whether through a product, a service, a movement, or a message, they are impacting lives in real and meaningful ways.
We truly believe that entrepreneurship is one of the greatest vehicles for change. And when it's fueled by heart and soul, the ripple effect is unstoppable.
It’s our hope that these stories will not only inspire you, but also ignite something inside you — to step into your purpose, use your gifts, and create your own legacy of impact.
To everyone who contributed to this book — thank you. And to you, the reader — your journey is just beginning.
With Love and RockStar Gratitude, Natasha & Craig Duswalt
This book is a compilation of human evolution. The transmutation of pain and fear ( in all its forms) into purpose and love ( in all its forms) in these short stories are awe inspiring one after the other!