Episode 66 | Macoupin County CEO Program with Macie Wright

Episode 66 of the Lead with HOPE podcast, hosted by Dr. Brandi Kelly, titled "Episode 66 | Macoupin County CEO Program with Macie Wright" was published on November 15, 2025 and runs 18 minutes.

November 15, 2025 ·18m · Lead with HOPE

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Summary

In this episode of the Lead with H.O.P.E. Podcast, host Brandi Kelly, Ed.D., LCSW sits down with Macie Wright, a 2025 graduate of Gillespie High School and current Millikin University student studying art therapy. Macie is also the founder of Coloring the County Coloring Books, a creative business that blends history, community, and art to inspire learners of all ages.Together, Brandi and Macie dive into the lessons learned through the CEO (Creating Entrepreneurial Opportunities) Program, the challenges of leading as a student entrepreneur, and the courage it takes to follow your purpose. Macie shares her journey of resilience, creativity, and hope.🔑 In this episode, you’ll discover:How the CEO Program helped Macie build confidence, leadership skills, and lifelong networksWhy starting Coloring the County has been a transformational experienceThe power of family support and mentors in pursuing big dreamsWhether you’re a student, educator, entrepreneur, or leader looking for inspiration, this conversation is full of insights about turning passion into purpose and building habits of excellence.Contact Macie: 📧 Email: [email protected] Inquiries: [email protected] Brandi: 🌐 Website: sparkhopeedu.com📧 Email: [email protected]🐦 Twitter/X: @jbmrkelly📸 Instagram: @leadwithhope.23📘 Facebook: facebook.com/LTW24🔗 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/brandi-kelly-ed-d-lcsw▶️ YouTube: @sparkhopeedu🎧 Subscribe, follow, and leave a 5-star review to help spread the message that there is always H.O.P.E.✨ Ready to Reignite Your Leadership? Discover the H.O.P.E.-Fueled Leadership Kickstart Program — a personalized coaching experience designed to help you lead with purpose, passion, and excellence. 👉 Learn more here: ⁠⁠https://sparkhopeedu.com/home--spark-hope-edu⁠⁠🔗 Additional Free Resources:⁠⁠Join the H.O.P.E. Community⁠⁠⁠⁠Preview Lead with H.O.P.E.: Building a System of Self-Efficacy⁠⁠

Episode Description

In this episode of the Lead with H.O.P.E. Podcast, host Brandi Kelly, Ed.D., LCSW sits down with Macie Wright, a 2025 graduate of Gillespie High School and current Millikin University student studying art therapy. Macie is also the founder of Coloring the County Coloring Books, a creative business that blends history, community, and art to inspire learners of all ages.

Together, Brandi and Macie dive into the lessons learned through the CEO (Creating Entrepreneurial Opportunities) Program, the challenges of leading as a student entrepreneur, and the courage it takes to follow your purpose. Macie shares her journey of resilience, creativity, and hope.

🔑 In this episode, you’ll discover:

How the CEO Program helped Macie build confidence, leadership skills, and lifelong networks
Why starting Coloring the County has been a transformational experience
The power of family support and mentors in pursuing big dreams

Whether you’re a student, educator, entrepreneur, or leader looking for inspiration, this conversation is full of insights about turning passion into purpose and building habits of excellence.

Contact Macie:

📧 Email: [email protected]
Business Inquiries: [email protected]

Contact Brandi:

🌐 Website: sparkhopeedu.com
📧 Email: [email protected]
🐦 Twitter/X: @jbmrkelly
📸 Instagram: @leadwithhope.23
📘 Facebook: facebook.com/LTW24
🔗 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/brandi-kelly-ed-d-lcsw
▶️ YouTube: @sparkhopeedu

🎧 Subscribe, follow, and leave a 5-star review to help spread the message that there is always H.O.P.E.

✨ Ready to Reignite Your Leadership? Discover the H.O.P.E.-Fueled Leadership Kickstart Program — a personalized coaching experience designed to help you lead with purpose, passion, and excellence. 👉 Learn more here: ⁠⁠https://sparkhopeedu.com/home--spark-hope-edu⁠⁠

🔗 Additional Free Resources: