Trusting Instincts and Creating Impact with Nick Marino Jr.

Are you ready to step into a legacy of kindness and impact? Nick Marino Jr.'s story is a testament to the power of small acts that ripple into big changes. From his transformative mission trip to the Dominican Republic, where he first witnessed the stark reality of hunger, to launching initiatives like Feed the City, Nick has embraced a life fueled by service and compassion. He reminds us that true kindness isn't about grand gestures but the little things—listening, holding a door, offering a smile—that uplift others. Let Nick's journey inspire you to trust your instincts and start making your own impact today. About the Guest:  Nick Marino Jr. has united thousands of people through Tango Charities, which he founded to produce the event Feed The City—one of the most inclusive and diverse volunteering initiatives. His efforts have led to over 1,600 events in 5 countries, 14 states, and 67 cities, involving more than 100,000 volunteers and providing over 7 million meals to those in need. In August 2024, Nick joined the Communities Foundation of Texas (CFT) to lead the Center for Business Impact, helping businesses maximize their social impact through grantmaking, volunteer opportunities, and corporate responsibility programs. Previously, Nick co-founded Revolving Mind, a Dallas-based marketing agency, and served as Senior Director of Marketing at Curis Functional Health, recognized on the Inc. 5000 list. Nick's contributions earned him the 2023 NCAA Legends and Legacy Community Award and the 2024 Marketing Maverick Award. In 2025, he'll release a children's book series, "Nico Makes A Difference," to empower young kids to make a positive impact. Nick is married to Amber, and they are expecting their first child in October 2024, joining their Goldendoodle, Nala. His purpose is to create pathways for people to live with purpose and kindness, leaving a lasting legacy of compassion. Connect with Dr. Michelle and Bayleigh at: https://smallchangesbigshifts.com [email protected] https://www.linkedin.com/company/smallchangesbigshifts https://www.facebook.com/SmallChangesBigShifts https://www.instagram.com/smallchangesbigshiftsco   Thanks for listening! Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page. Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below! Subscribe to the podcast If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher. You can also subscribe in your favorite podcast app. Leave us an Apple Podcasts review Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on Apple Podcasts, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts.