15: Coaching, Community, and Changing Lives

Julie Smith welcomes board member, donor, and volunteer Brandon Krugh for a heartfelt conversation about community, family, and the mission of Work Skills Foundation. A lifelong Brighton resident and high school coach, Brandon shares how his daughter’s journey with special needs deepened his connection to the organization. Together, he and Julie highlight the 20th Anniversary "20/20/20" initiative and invite listeners to reallocate a small monthly expense toward lasting impact. With personal stories, laughs, and an open invitation to visit, this episode captures why we are Better Together.   Chapters: 00:34 Welcome to Better Together 01:18 Brandon’s Journey in Brighton 04:12 Discovering Work Skills 09:06 The Impact of Community and Support 12:01 Celebrating 20 Years of Work Skills 16:32 Artisan Corner: A Gateway to Opportunity 20:08 The Importance of Tours and Community Engagement 22:00 The 20/20/20 Initiative 27:00 Personal Stories of Impact 30:00 Building Confidence and Finding Passions 34:00 Looking Forward: Goals and Community Spirit   Show Links To learn more about the Work Skills Foundation check out their links below. Website: https://wskillsfoundation.org Donate here!: https://www.paypal.com/donate?campaign_id=T6W5SDJ5SQZLL  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WskillsFoundation YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvB58IqpYoBV5fm3CL2RUAg   Guest Links Brandon Krugh, Owner -State Farm Insurance Agency Website: https://brandonkrugh.com/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brandonkrughSF/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sfagentbkrugh/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandon-krugh-735a129b/