Local Leaders Who Left a Mark | Reflections from 2025

This year brought some unforgettable conversations on The Purpose Matrix, with several that hit especially close to home for Phil:Ohio leaders whose lives are absolutely transforming our local community.These are business leaders, coaches, and culture-shapers who aren’t chasing headlines, but whose influence is felt every day in the people they lead and the legacy they’re building.In this special 2025 highlight episode, we revisit the most powerful moments from conversations with local legends who reminded us that leadership isn’t about title or platform. It’s about presence, faith, and responsibility right where you are.You’ll hear recurring themes that showed up again and again throughout the year:Asking the big life questions most people avoidLeading with clarity instead of controlPlanning for succession before you’re forced toTurning burnout into a turning pointLetting faith guide leadership without forcing beliefPassing the torch and finding joy in watching others leadIf you’ve ever wondered whether the work you’re doing today really matters, this episode is your reminder: World-changing leadership starts right where you are.0:00 Intro0:38 Tim Goodwin3:52 Doug Borchers7:13 Brook Cupps10:16 Matt Hoying15:25 Matt GrayFollow @PhilOnPurposehttps://www.instagram.com/philonpurpose https://www.facebook.com/philonpupose