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Dennis Johnson, Executive Vice President of Government Affairs at the Children’s Health Fund, joined us on the latest episode of the Roots of Leadership. The Children’s Health Fund started in 1987 and has grown to support and serve the needs of over 4 million children.

Mr. Johnson sat down with host Anthony C. Gruppo and reflected on his fascination with politics and the healthcare system, the type of skills needed for his position at the Children’s Health Fund, the amazing inspiration from Johnson’s younger peers, and the driving forces behind his success.

The Children’s Health Fund is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting innovative pediatric programs and policies to meet the needs of homeless and disadvantaged children. Read more of their story at https://www.childrenshealthfund.org/.

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We are joined with Crystal Kelly, a shining example of someone who believes that anything is possible as long as you have a strong focus, drive, and dedication. Crystal is a motivational speaker, Amazon best-selling author, and a community organizer who started a foundation, Power of your Purse. The story behind all of these achievements showcase Crystal’s passion for personal and professional growth.

Her drive and dedication can be traced far back to her childhood. Conditions were not always the best, but Crystal found that with a supportive family and a never-say-never attitude, we all have the power within us to defy the odds.

Crystals foundation and book can be found through the links below:

Women Who Lead: Extraordinary Women with Extraordinary Achievements: http://: https://www.amazon.com/Women-Who-Lead-Extraordinary-Achievements-ebook/dp/B07BHQ95RF/ref=sr_1_2?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1535115753&sr=1-2&keywords=Women+Who+Lead