You Don't Always Need a Plan. Sometimes You Just Need To Breathe, Trust, Let Go And See What Happens with Christopher Leyva - #114

The Donna Drake Show

Donna talks with filmmaker and director of the movie Pitch People and 96 Souls. Stanley Jacobs. Stanley Jacobs began creating films when he was fourteen. After receiving a Bachelor of Science in Geology he discovered a university degree in filmmaking was possible and attended the University of Southern California School of Cinema. Post college, he wrote and directed marketing films and produced advertising. "96 Souls" was his first dramatic feature film.

Donna chats with Christopher Leyva from The Falling Doves. Besides playing in a rock band called The Falling Doves, Christopher has a few consultant jobs around the world curating events, art exhibits all Rock and Roll inspired – from pop up events and experiences to carefully crafted shows.. from Maui to Japan.

Donna talks with Tammy J. Cohen author of Text Messages to My Sons. Tammy Cohen, has been partnering with top-tier corporate executives and entrepreneurs to develop their personal and professional brands for more than 20 years. Today, she understands her role as a connector and sees opportunities for women to thrive and grow exponentially, which is why she founded the Women Beyond the Table; a business network with a soul. Tammy added podcaster by launching the Beyond the Table Podcast, leveraging her ability to connect with audiences by sharing her guest’s stories and wisdom.

Donna sits down and talks to Ralph Collins CEO of TisMO Geneve Ralph Collins, the visionary founder of TisMo, He has spent many years establishing his presence in the automotive industry, where his exclusive services at Prestige Wrap & Customs have garnered global acclaim. Ralph Collins’s journey from a young entrepreneur in Poland to a trailblazing figure in the world of luxury goods is a captivating saga of resilience, innovation, and unwavering determination. Born into adversity, Collins faced early challenges, having been abandoned by his mother at the tender age of 13 and raised by an alcoholic father. However, rather than succumbing to the hardships of his circumstances, Collins channeled his experiences into a source of motivation, fueling his drive to succeed against all odds.

Donna chats with Daniela Sarbu Founder and Managing Director of The Waldo International School. With a spark in her eye and a vision to bring a change in young lives, Daniela Sarbu, a mother of three beautiful children, has been successfully running the prestigious World of ABC, The Waldo School for over 11 years now. Starting in the fall of 2020, Mrs. Sarbu introduced the concept of The Waldo Preschool, a program that focuses on the social-emotional development, and well-being of students and staff, in addition to the World of ABC’s historic academics and milestone development. Additionally, since 2020 she started focusing on revolutionizing the Waldo International School – Middle School Program with emphasis on STEAM, Public Speaking and Drama and rigorous academics.

Finally Donna sits down with Jane Huang Aesthetic Nurse with PLSTK. PLSTK is a full-service medical aesthetics practice proudly serving the Brooklyn neighborhood of Greenpoint in New York City. Jane Huang, RN, is an integral member of the PLSTK team, bringing a passion for personalized care to an industry that far too often focuses on profit over people.