S1E41 Charles Chan Massey - The Art of Storytelling

Join me this week as I sit down with Charles Chan Massey, a distinguished leader in the Meetings & Events industry, who splits his time with his husband Joseph between Palm Springs, CA, and Victoria, BC.Charles takes us through his inspiring journey—from growing up in the South as a gay youth to building a successful and award-winning career as a global meeting planner. Eventually, guided by a series of meaningful "signs," Charles shifted gears to launch The Personal Stories Project, a groundbreaking organization dedicated to transforming hearts and minds through the powerful stories of LGBTQ individuals and their allies.This incredible initiative is built on a mission to foster empathy, advocacy, and activism. Each story shared includes a unique call to action, offering listeners the chance to donate to a nonprofit chosen by the storyteller—one that holds special significance in their life.The stories featured by The Personal Stories Project shine a light on the courage, resilience, and strength of a community often marginalized and under attack. These narratives inspire hope, reminding us of the unwavering human spirit, even in challenging times.With the help of his husband and a passionate team of volunteers, Charles is building a platform to preserve and amplify these voices, ensuring they are heard and recorded for generations to come. Don’t miss this moving and impactful conversation!To learn more about The Personal Stories Project, and to listen in on these powerful stories, visit: https://personalstoriesproject.orgSend us Fan MailThank you for joining us and we can't wait to welcome you back again next week! New episodes drop every Thursday and can be found wherever you find your favorite podcasts!  Remember to like, rate, share and subscribe to the JUST DO YOU. podcast in order to receive our weekly episode updates!  If you like what you hear, please leave us a review at Apple Podcasts! To follow us on Instagram, visit: https://www.instagram.com/justdoyoupod/ Want to learn more about our host, Eric Nicoll?  Visit:  https://ericnicoll.com