Transforming Communities Through Creativity with Kevin Elliott

Happy New Year! This week, I’m thrilled to sit down with Kevin, the co-owner of Wewa Films and co-founder of the Redfish Film Festival. Kevin’s story is one of creativity, reinvention, and building community through shared vision and purpose.Kevin shares his transformative story recounting his experience from running a childcare center to launching Wewa Films and eventually a film festival in the heart of downtown Panama City Florida. We talk about recognizing potential in others, the importance of granting permission in creativity, and the challenges and joys of being restless dreamers.Episode Highlights:[02:00] Kevin’s journey of reinvention.[06:30] The power of recognizing potential in others[10:15] Building businesses that reflect who you are.[12:00] Lessons learned from Hurricane Michael and rebuilding stronger.[15:45] The importance of community and giving others permission to shine.[19:00] Living a joy-filled, purpose-driven life at every stage.[22:30] Be restless, be bold, and always be up to something.[26:00] Hurricane Michael’s anniversary: Turning tragedy into a creative rebirth for Panama City.[30:00] Creating a "good people club": How to foster meaningful communities in life and work.[33:00] “Be up to something”: The best job description ever.[36:00] Giving others permission to shine: How leaders unlock the potential in their teams.[38:45] Finding happiness in meaning: Moving toward purposeful goals.[45:00] Kevin’s advice for finding joy in hard times and building a life of meaning.Special Thanks:A big shoutout to our wonderful sponsors who make this podcast possible:Beachy Beach Real Estate: Call 850-233-4351Kittie Taylor, Dream Team Mortgage: Email Kittie.Stewart@edgehomefinanceBay Tax: Email [email protected] | Phone 720-310-0084Your support fuels these conversations and helps spread light and love.Links and Resources:Kevin Elliott’s Work: Wewa FilmsRedfish Film Festival: Learn MoreKevin’s Podcast: Watch or Listen HereStay Connected: Let’s keep growing together! Follow me on social media @MyHappyAssLife, and subscribe to the podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or iHeartRadio. Don’t forget to leave a review and share this episode with someone who inspires you to dream big!Presented by ADF Media