Welcome to "1000 Seconds," the exciting new video series from 1000 Feathers! Join Forrest as he engages in thought-provoking conversations with inspiring leaders, visionaries, and change-makers who are making a transformative impact in their organizations and communities nationwide. Now, you can enjoy a front-row seat to these insightful discussions that highlight innovative ideas and meaningful change. We hope these episodes leave you feeling inspired and ready to make a difference in your community!
SEASON ONE: EPISODE #1
Dr. Heather Brandt
October 8, 2024: In our inaugural season, you will hear from colleagues and friends who are doing transformational work, but in this first episode we are excited to highlight our co-founder, Dr. Heather Brandt. In addition to founding the firm, she is also the Director of the HPV Prevention Program and Co-Associate Director for Outreach for the St. Jude Comprehensive Cancer Center. Listen in as she and Forrest discuss the firm's creation, Heather's role at St. Jude, and what it takes to take risks.
SEASON ONE: EPISODE #2
Dr. J.R. Green
October 22, 2024: In this episode, Forrest sits down with life-long educator J.R. Green who recently retired as the Superintendent of the Fairfield County School District in South Carolina, but J.R. is far from coasting into retirement. In fact, his work may never be done because he is always thinking about the next big challenge. Tune in to hear what he means by, "You can't lead the people if you aren't of the people." And, what's with the title of his new book - Graveyard to Blooming Garden? Hit play to find out.
SEASON ONE: EPISODE #3
John Carroll
October 29, 2024: In this episode, Forrest introduces us to John Carroll, CEO of City Leadership in Memphis, TN. You will quickly see why Forrest and John have become fast friends. Make sure you stick around to the end to hear John's pitch of "why now is the time and Memphis is the place."
SEASON ONE: EPISODE #4
Dr. Graham Adams
November 19, 2024: Join Forrest for an insightful conversation with Graham Adams, CEO of the South Carolina Office of Rural Health (SCORH), and a renowned leader in health and rural communities. With nearly 30 years at SCORH, Graham shares his perspective on the evolution of healthcare and how organizations can adapt to meet emerging needs while staying true to their mission. SCORH holds a special place in the 1000 Feathers story as our first client, and we celebrate the transformative leadership of Graham Adams and organizations like SCORH that make our work possible.
SEASON ONE: EPISODE #5
Dr. Raegan McDonald-Mosley
December 3, 2024: In this episode, Forrest sits down with Dr. Raegan McDonald-Mosley, CEO of Power to Decide, to discuss the critical work of ensuring everyone has the power to make decisions about their reproductive health, regardless of who they are or where they live. Taped before the election, the conversation highlights the growing challenges facing reproductive rights—and why Dr. McDonald-Mosley and her team are more determined than ever to rise to the occasion.
SEASON ONE: EPISODE #6
Mike Leach and Sue Williams
December 11, 2024: This week on 1000 Seconds, Forrest sits down with two extraordinary leaders: Mike Leach, Director of the SC Department of Social Services, and Sue Williams, CEO of Children's Trust of South Carolina. Few people in this country dedicate as much knowledge, passion, and energy to supporting children and families as these two do. After hearing this inspiring conversation, we’re confident you’ll feel the same way.
SEASON ONE: EPISODE #7
Kevin Dean
December 17, 2024: Tune in as Forrest sits down with Tennessee Nonprofit Network’s Kevin Dean to hear his intentional professional and educational trajectory for a sustained career in the nonprofit sector. Stick around to the end of the episode to hear Kevin reveal “the things they don’t tell you about being a nonprofit CEO.”