The Power of People: Amy Schneider on Leadership, Growth, and Community

What happens when organizations intentionally invest in their people?In this episode of The Direct Line, host Becky Watson sits down with Amy Schneider, Executive Director of Wynn-Reeth to discuss the power of professional development, meaningful partnerships, and creating opportunities for staff to grow.Amy shares her journey into the disability services field, why Wynn-Reeth prioritizes leadership development and networking opportunities, and the impact programs like Leadership Launchpad, the Summit, and the DSP Recognition event have had on her team. From building confidence and strengthening workplace relationships to fostering community connections across agencies, this conversation highlights how investing in people leads to stronger organizations and better outcomes for those we support.Whether you're a DSP, supervisor, executive leader, or advocate, you'll walk away inspired to create opportunities that energize, engage, and empower your team.🎙️ Topics include:The value of investing in staff beyond traditional trainingBuilding confidence through leadership developmentThe importance of networking and community connectionsCreating a culture of growth and engagementHow partnerships can spark innovation and opportunity in the IDD fieldListen now and discover why empowering people is one of the most important investments an organization can make.Chapters00:00 The Journey to Disability Field07:00 The Role of Community and Connection14:55 The Future and Exciting Opportunities