Hosted by Cinnamon Alvarez, co-founder of World Changemaker, alongside her co-founders Desiree Musselman and Darlene Hawley, the World Changemaker Podcast offers engaging conversations, stories, insights, and journeys of remarkable changemakers who are driving impactful change in their communities and the world. From entrepreneurs to visionaries, each episode showcases their vision to create a meaningful difference. Join us and be inspired to create your own impact. Subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and anywhere you listen to podcasts to stay connected with the World Changemaker movement.
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June 2, 202635 min
Steve Henderson: Beyond Zero—When Work Is a Matter of Life and Death
In this episode of the World Changemaker Podcast, I sit down with civil engineer Steve Henderson — a leader in an industry where mistakes aren’t just inconvenient, they can be life or death.Steve shares what it means to operate under a “Beyond Zero” standard — a commitment that no one should ever be injured or die just for coming to work. We explore leadership accountability, building a culture of safety, and why setting nearly impossible goals can transform how teams operate.But this conversation goes deeper.We talk about why work is more than a paycheck, how business is fundamentally about service, and what happens when we disconnect from the impact our daily efforts have on real human lives.Whether you design infrastructure or manage a small team, this episode will challenge you to ask:Who is affected by what I do? And am I showing up fully in that responsibility?Guest Information & ResourcesEmail: stevehenderson976@gmail.comFollow, subscribe and stay connected with us on our website, Instagram and Facebook for updates and future episodes.
May 7, 202630 min
Monica Robles: Empowering Entrepreneurs to Build Income and Impact
Cinnamon sits down with Monica Robles, founder and president of Asociación de Emprendedor@s, an organization created by Hispanics for Hispanics to educate, motivate, and empower entrepreneurs, especially within the monolingual Spanish-speaking community.Monica shares how her work is helping individuals build more than income. She is helping people build confidence, leadership, opportunity, and generational impact so families can thrive and communities can grow stronger.Together, we discuss:✨ Entrepreneurship as a path to dignity and empowerment✨ Navigating barriers with limited resources and support✨ Balancing profit and purpose without losing either✨ The transition from doing everything alone to building a sustainable team✨ Why representation, access, and community matter in business growthThis episode is a reminder that entrepreneurship is not only about making money. It is about creating options, changing lives, and building something bigger than yourself.If you have ever questioned whether you can create income and meaningful impact at the same time, this conversation will encourage you to think bigger.🎧 Listen now and share this episode with an entrepreneur, leader, or dreamer who needs the reminder that their vision matters.To never miss an episode, make sure to follow and subscribe to the World Changemaker Podcast. For additional information, visit our website and stay updated on our Instagram and Facebook pages.
April 23, 202628 min
Ashley Glenn Nance: On a Mission To Make More Happy Homes
What does it really mean to change the world? In this episode, we sit down with Ashley Glenn Nance—speaker, educator, and advocate—to explore how meaningful impact often begins much closer to home than we think. Grounded in her lived experience and work in communication and neurodiversity, Ashley shares how the way we listen, respond, and show up for others can reshape relationships in powerful ways.Through honest reflection on family, parenting, and human connection, this conversation unpacks what it looks like to support different ways of communicating, how our early experiences shape our worldview, and why the smallest everyday moments carry the greatest potential for change. This is a thoughtful reminder that transforming your perspective—and your presence—is already a step toward changing the world.Guest Information & ResourcesAshley Glenn NanceReVoice, LLCWebsite: revoicecommunication.comEmail: Ashley@ReVoiceCommunications.comPhone: (517) 798-1960LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/ashleynanceFollow, subscribe and stay connected with us on our website, Instagram and Facebook for updates and future episodes.
March 20, 202629 min
Service, Systems & Continuous Improvement with Dennis Sonney
In this episode, we sit down with Dennis Sonney, a U.S. Marine Corps veteran and longtime advocate for American manufacturing. With a background spanning organizational leadership, supply chain management, robotics, automation, and advanced technology systems, Dennis has spent more than two decades helping manufacturers strengthen their operations and stay competitive in a rapidly evolving global market.Through a nonprofit supported by the U.S. Department of Commerce, Dennis has worked with more than 1,500 manufacturers across California, guiding companies through modernization, process improvement, and operational strategy. Known as a trusted advisor in the manufacturing community, he brings a practical and collaborative approach to helping organizations build stronger systems and embrace continuous improvement.Beyond industry, Dennis is deeply committed to inspiring the next generation of innovators and makers. He serves on the boards of two STEM-focused nonprofit organizations that spark curiosity and hands-on learning for students interested in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. His work bridges industry, education, and workforce development to ensure that future generations are prepared to carry forward the legacy of American manufacturing.In this conversation, we explore:• The role of service and leadership in manufacturing• How systems thinking strengthens organizations• Practical insights into continuous improvement and Lean thinking• The importance of supporting workforce development and STEM education• Why collaboration between industry, education, and community matters more than everDennis also shares valuable resources for manufacturers, educators, and leaders who want to strengthen their organizations and support future innovators.Resources & Organizations MentionedScience & Technology Education Partnership (STEP STEM)Inspiring students and educators in the Inland Empire toward STEM careers.Website: step-stem.orgConference: stepconference.orgAddress: P.O. Box 21100, Riverside, CA 92516Phone: (714) 925-9062Garner Holt FoundationInspiring youth to explore robotics, animatronics, and STEAM careers.Website: garnerholtfoundation.orgAddress: 1255 Research Drive, Redlands, CA 92374Phone: (909) 799-3030Email: info@garnerholtfoundation.orgPhenix Fire Helmets / Phenix Technology, Inc.Manufacturer of firefighting helmets led by President & CEO Angel Sanchez, Jr.Website: phenixfirehelmets.comAddress: 3453 Durahart Street, Riverside, CA 92507Phone: (951) 272-4938Email: contactus@phenixfirehelmets.comCalifornia Workforce Development Board (CWDB)Statewide workforce development system supporting 45 local workforce boards.Website: cwdb.ca.govAddress: 800 Capitol Mall, Suite 1022, Sacramento, CA 95814Phone: (916) 657-1440National Manufacturing Day / Creators WantedAn annual event held on the first Friday in October where manufacturers open their doors to the community.Website: mfgday.comNational Veterans Chamber of Commerce (NVCC)Supporting veteran-owned businesses, workforce development, and families.Website: vccsd.orgGovernor’s Office of Business and Economic Development (GoBiz)California’s business support office providing assistance with permits, incentives, and economic programs.Website: business.ca.govInland Empire Regional Chamber of CommerceRegional chamber serving all 52 cities in the Inland Empire.Website: iechamber.orgContinuous Improvement Resources• Free 5S / 6S Checklists and Audit Forms (search online for printable templates)• Value Stream Mapping guides available through Lean.org• Free Lean templates such as “5S template” or “value stream map PDF”• Webinars and educational resources from the Lean Enterprise Institute and ASQ
February 19, 2026Episode 2525 min
Full Circle Leadership: A Life of Purpose, Service, and Impact
In this inspiring conversation, we sit down with Mauricio Arellano, Superintendent of the San Bernardino City Unified School District, to explore leadership, purpose, and the power of community-rooted service.Mauricio shares his full-circle journey — from growing up in San Bernardino as the son of immigrant parents, to starting his career as a bilingual teacher, to now leading the very district that shaped his life. Appointed Superintendent in April 2023, his role is more than a title — it’s a homecoming and a mission.We talk about equity in education, rebuilding communities through strong school systems, creating cultures of belonging, and leading with humanity. From his vision for student success to his philosophy of seeing, hearing, valuing, and loving people (Sawubona), this episode is a powerful reminder that real leadership is rooted in connection, service, and purpose.✨ A conversation about vision, impact, and building a future where every student and every community can thrive.To never miss an episode, make sure to follow and subscribe to the World Changemaker Podcast. For additional information, visit our website and stay updated on our Instagram and Facebook pages.
December 15, 202530 min
From Surviving Work to Thriving Together: Inside-Out Hospitality at Work
What if we treated the inside of our organizations with the same care we give our best customers? In this conversation, Melissa Fackler of One Team Partners shares how an inside-out hospitality mindset creates cultures of trust, belonging, and aligned teams. We talk about culture by design (not default), why “when people thrive, so do the businesses that we work with,” and how a hospitable workplace can be the difference between surviving and truly thriving.Tune in to learn how a hospitality mindset can help your people feel seen, supported, and ready to do their best work from day one. Follow, subscribe and stay connected with us on our website, Instagram and Facebook for updates and future episodes.
October 31, 2025Episode 2429 min
Ashley Nance: Connecting with Our Children Beyond Words
What does it mean to raise children—neurodivergent or not—who feel truly seen, heard, and happy?In this heartfelt episode, we sit down with Ashley Nance, autism education teacher, communication strategist, and founder of ReVoice, a consultancy helping autistic professionals, founders, and parents communicate with confidence and compassion. Drawing from her experience teaching in China and Taiwan and working closely with non-speaking individuals, Ashley offers practical, compassionate tools that help parents connect beyond words.As a mother of five, Ashley brings warmth, honesty, and hard-earned wisdom to the conversation—exploring how curiosity, empathy, and presence can transform everyday interactions. Ashley’s approach will help you create a happy home where communication fosters confidence, understanding, and joy.Tune in to learn how to speak so your children feel heard—and listen so they feel loved.To never miss an episode, make sure to follow and subscribe to the World Changemaker Podcast. For additional information, visit our website and stay updated on our Instagram and Facebook pages.
October 24, 2025Episode 2327 min
David Mix: Understanding Bias and Belonging
How do we move from awareness of bias to building true belonging?In this episode, we sit down with David Mix, Director of Development at Anthesis, a lifelong advocate, educator, and community builder whose journey from the Inland Empire to Indigenous communities across the U.S. reveals the power of empathy, equity, and action. David’s work spans housing justice, cultural preservation, and urban sustainability—each rooted in the belief that every person deserves to be seen, valued, and included.From his early days organizing for the unhoused to his years learning from Native elders and leading sustainability initiatives on Lakota/Dakota/Nakota treaty land, David’s life is a testament to what it means to serve across difference. He brings deep insight into how personal transformation and cultural understanding can shape collective change.Tune in for a conversation that challenges assumptions, invites reflection, and explores how we can create communities grounded not just in fairness but in true belonging.To never miss an episode, make sure to follow and subscribe to the World Changemaker Podcast. For additional information, visit our website and stay updated on our Instagram and Facebook pages.
September 23, 2025Episode 2232 min
Leslie Morales: Overcoming Biases in Hiring Practices
What if the greatest talent your company is overlooking is hidden in plain sight?In this episode, we sit down with Leslie Morales, Chief Operating Officer of The Competitive Edge Group in Newport Beach, to explore how businesses can overcome biases in HR practices and tap into overlooked talent pools. With deep expertise in operations, sales, and culture transformation, Leslie has built a career helping CEOs solve complex organizational challenges while creating more inclusive workplaces.In her last role as Vice President of Operations at U.S. Rubber Recycling, she successfully led the Second Chance Employment Program where she partnered with several nonprofits in San Bernardino County as well as the Workforce Development Departments of Riverside and San Bernardino Counties, where over 60% of the workforce included justice-involved individuals—turning lives around while strengthening the business. Leslie proved that opening doors to untapped talent doesn’t just change communities, it drives growth and innovation.Tune in as Leslie shares her insights on confronting bias in HR, integrating social impact with business growth, and inspiring change.To never miss an episode, make sure to follow and subscribe to the World Changemaker Podcast. For additional information, visit our website and stay updated on our Instagram and Facebook pages.
August 15, 2025Episode 2137 min
Pamela Deans: Building Communities Through Collaboration
In this episode, we’re joined by Pamela Deans, Executive Director of the Microenterprise Collaborative of Inland Southern California, whose leadership is transforming the small business landscape across Riverside, San Bernardino, Orange, and Los Angeles counties. Since 2022, Pamela has been connecting entrepreneurs with essential resources, training, and capital—fostering economic growth and resilient communities through the power of collaboration.From launching initiatives that empower women in entrepreneurship and the trades, to securing major grants and building a strong network of partners, Pamela’s innovative approach is creating lasting impact. With a career spanning workforce development, vocational training, and even the travel industry, she brings a unique entrepreneurial spirit and a deep commitment to inclusive economic opportunity.Her work has been recognized with the 2025 Woman of Achievement Award from Senator Eloise Reyes and the 2024 CAMEO Entrepreneur Ecosystem Connector Award—a testament to her dedication to empowering people and strengthening communities.To never miss an episode, make sure to follow and subscribe to the World Changemaker Podcast. For additional information, visit our website and stay updated on our Instagram and Facebook pages.
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