As a young adult, I started to learn about giving back differently, especially because my dad, who is a previous guest (Episode 34), has a background in social work, which is how I connected with today’s guest, Ashley Brundage. Ashley, CEO of Habitat for Humanity in Dallas, is a servant leader in every sense. We’ve become great friends through YPO DFW, and the work Ashley does is truly to a different scale. As a fierce advocate for ending homelessness, Ashley has led incredible initiatives for housing access. Her impactful mission is building stronger communities through collaboration and innovation, and the real estate guy in me is excited to dive in, learn more, and share her story and work with you all. -RH In this powerful episode, Ashley shares her journey from psychology to social work, her vision for diversifying housing options beyond single-family homes, and why community engagement is essential for addressing the affordable housing crisis. Whether you're a nonprofit leader, C-suite executive, or aspiring entrepreneur interested in social impact, this conversation offers valuable insights on leadership, team building, and creating lasting change. 🎯 What You'll Learn: - Essential nonprofit leadership strategies for driving community impact - How Ashley Brundage is transforming Dallas Area Habitat for Humanity - The connection between racial equity and affordable housing solutions - Strategic planning approaches for tackling homelessness and housing challenges - Building strong teams in the nonprofit sector - Community engagement tactics that create lasting social change ⏰ Key Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction to Ashley Brundage and Her Mission 02:54 - Ashley's Early Life and Passion for Social Justice 05:58 - Transitioning from Psychology to Social Work 08:45 - Involvement in Homelessness and Community Care 11:54 - Racial Equity and Its Impact on Housing 14:52 - Affordable Housing: Challenges and Definitions 17:59 - Joining Habitat for Humanity and Vision for Change 20:56 - Building a Strong Team and Strategic Planning 23:53 - Future Goals and Community Engagement 26:54 - Overcoming Obstacles in Affordable Housing 29:49 - Legacy and Call to Action for Support 👤 About Our Guest: Ashley Brundage serves as CEO of Dallas Area Habitat for Humanity, where she leads innovative approaches to affordable housing and community development. Her background in psychology and social work, combined with her passion for social justice, drives her mission to create equitable housing solutions and address homelessness in the Dallas community. 💡 Key Takeaway: "You can't do this work alone" - Learn how successful nonprofit leadership requires building strong teams, community partnerships, and collaborative approaches to creating lasting social impact. 🔗 Resources & Links: - Rogers That Podcast Website: rogersthatpodcast.com - Follow us everywhere: @rogersthatpodcast (Instagram, Facebook, TikTok) + The Rogers That Podcast on LinkedIn! 🎧 Listen Everywhere: New episodes drop bi-weekly on Mondays! Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, SiriusXM, and iHeart Radio. Watch full episodes on YouTube. 🏠 Join the Community Impact Conversation: Have you ever volunteered with Habitat for Humanity? Share your experience in the comments below! 👍 If you found value in this nonprofit leadership episode: - Hit SUBSCRIBE for more social impact and leadership insights - LIKE this video if you're passionate about affordable housing or nonprofit work - COMMENT with your Habitat for Humanity experiences or housing advocacy thoughts - SHARE with fellow leaders, nonprofit professionals, and community advocates - FOLLOW @rogersthatpodcast on all platforms for inspiring leadership content Rogers That - How to Sell Without Selling Out brings you authentic conversations with mission-driven leaders, focusing on nonprofit leadership, social justice, community impact, and business strategies that create positive change for C-suite executives, nonprofit leaders, and aspiring social entrepreneurs. #RogersThat #NonprofitLeadership #AffordableHousing #HabitatForHumanity #SocialJustice #CommunityImpact #Dallas #Homelessness #RacialEquity #SocialWork #Leadership #BusinessPodcast #NonprofitManagement #HousingCrisis #CommunityEngagement

Jon Alexis is a former cynic, current BELIEVER and people pleaser, which might be why he’s followed his PASSION for bringing JOY to others into a career in genuine hospitable service with Imperial Fizz Holdings. #shorts #hospitality #restaurant #entrepreneur #dallas #peoplepleaser #service #businesspodcast

Jon Alexis is in the happy business. Plain and simple. #shorts #businesspodcast #entrepreneur #restaurant #hospitality #dallas #food

The strategy behind creating a Jon Alexis experience? Find the opportunity, listen to your audience, create the solution, and of course, have hospitality at your core. Jon started his entrepreneurial journey in one of the HARDEST verticals of food service: seafood. Now with multiple establishments in different categories, how does he manage it all? Through systems and processes that build a foundation that you can carry with you anywhere. #shorts #businesspodcast #entrepreneur #restaurant #hospitality #dallas #advice #strategy #seafood

The customer’s not always right…But they should always be HAPPY. As a highly experienced restaurateur, Jon Alexis knows what he’s talking about. If you’ve worked in hospitality, you’ve probably learned the hard lesson not to argue or debate with a customer, but whether they’re wrong or not shouldn’t be the focus. It should be about making the problem right and providing the best experience you can. #shorts #restaurant #hospitality #advice #entrepreneurship #businesspodcast #dallas

Join Rogers Healy as he sits down with Jon Alexis, Founder of Imperial Fizz, to explore the world of restaurant entrepreneurship and what it really takes to succeed in Dallas's competitive dining scene. Discover the business strategy behind opening a restaurant, building a hospitality brand that connects with community needs, and why the restaurant industry is about so much more than just food. In this conversation, Jon shares his passion for making people happy through food, the entrepreneurship lessons learned from building Imperial Fizz, and his insights on creating Dallas hot spots that truly serve the community. Whether you're a restaurateur, aspiring entrepreneur, or C-suite leader looking to understand hospitality business strategy, this episode offers valuable lessons on founder mindset and building authentic connections through business. 🎯 What You'll Learn: Essential business strategy for opening a restaurant and succeeding in hospitality How Jon Alexis built many of Dallas's hot spots Why restaurant entrepreneurship requires understanding community needs first The founder journey from concept to successful Dallas dinner destination How food serves as a vehicle for happiness and authentic connection Hospitality industry insights that apply to any customer-focused business ⏰ Key Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction to the Happy Business 02:44 John Alexis: The Journey to Hospitality 05:59 From Politics to Seafood: A Unique Path 08:57 Building a Seafood Brand in Dallas 11:57 Systems and Processes in the Restaurant Business 14:45 Balancing Hospitality and Personal Life 17:36 Expanding Culinary Horizons 20:41 The Future of John Alexis' Restaurants 23:44 Legacy and Happiness in Business 26:35 Final Thoughts and Support for Local Restaurants 👤 About Our Guest: Our next guest is one of my best friends and a phenomenal restaurateur. Jon Alexis is a Highland Park alum like me, but while we met in high school, we reconnected more recently through YPO and business. He’s the genius behind one of my favorite places ever, Ramble Room, and Dallas hot spots like TJ's Seafood Market & Grill, Birdie's Eastside, and Escondido Tex Mex Patio. Jon is passionate about bringing genuine hospitality to communities that need them, and whether you’re a fan like I am or have yet to experience the greatness, you’re in for an incredible story. Ladies and gentlemen, please welcome my friend to the #RogersThat podcast, Jon Alexis! 💡 Key Takeaway: Food can be a vehicle for happiness and connection - Learn how successful restaurateurs build businesses that create lasting emotional bonds with their communities. 🔗 Resources & Links: Rogers That Podcast Website: rogersthatpodcast.com Follow us: @rogersthatpodcast (Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok) + The Rogers That Podcast on LinkedIn 🎧 Listen Everywhere: New episodes drop bi-weekly on Mondays! Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, SiriusXM, and iHeart Radio. Watch full episodes on YouTube and Spotify. 🍽️ Join the Dallas Conversation: What is your favorite restaurant in Dallas? Share your go-to spots and what makes them special in the comments below! 👍 If you enjoyed this restaurant entrepreneurship episode: Hit SUBSCRIBE for more founder stories and business strategy insights LIKE this video if you're passionate about Dallas dining or hospitality entrepreneurship COMMENT with your favorite places to eat in Dallas SHARE with fellow entrepreneurs, restaurateurs, and Dallas food lovers FOLLOW @rogersthatpodcast on all platforms Rogers That - How to Sell Without Selling Out brings you authentic conversations with innovative founders and business leaders, focusing on real entrepreneurship stories, hospitality industry insights, and business strategy lessons for C-suite executives, restaurateurs, and aspiring entrepreneurs. #RogersThat #RestaurantEntrepreneurship #Dallas #DallasDining #DallasHotSpots #Hospitality #Restaurateur #BusinessStrategy #FounderStory #DallasDinner #PlacesToEatInDallas #OpeningARestaurant #Entrepreneurship #BusinessPodcast #ImperialFizz #Podcast

“At the end of the day people won't remember what you said or did, they will remember how you made them feel.” -Maya Angelou LOVE is the legacy Tyler wants to leave behind. With his wife and kids, friends, peers and team members, and all the people around him, he hopes to bring fun and joy into their lives.

Being quick to action is an important quality to have when you’re building a fast-paced, early-stage startup. While structuring Lingo Live, Tyler learned how every strength can also be a double-edged sword, and sometimes, the need for a planned strategy outweighs a sense of urgency. Luckily, it’s okay to make mistakes when you’re starting a company, especially when you're not performing brain surgery or rocket science, as long as you learn from them and grow. #shorts #businesspodcast #entrepreneurship #entrepreneur #podcast #languagelearning #startupadvice