Today on Mindful Mavericks, I’m joined by Shavonda McCaleb.

Shavonda McCaleb is a passionate advocate and philanthropist dedicated to improving the lives of Deaf+ children, youth, and the broader deaf community. As the Founder and CEO of the Positively Impacting Communities (PIC) Foundation, established in 2014, she has championed initiatives that address the community’s unique needs through advocacy, awareness, and development programs. Her visionary leadership has driven impactful Founder projects such as the “Silent Plates” food program, which provides nourishment and hope to Deaf+ children, and the “PIC Me” Summer Reading Program, designed to enhance literacy and empower deaf youth.

Shavonda’s commitment extends beyond her foundation. She’s a proud member of the National Black Deaf Advocates – Local Chapter 38 Southern California Black Deaf Advocates. She serves on the Board of Directors for the Ashlynn B. Jackson Foundation (Los Angeles, CA), where she develops initiatives to support children with heart disease. Her dedication to community service is further evidenced by her contributions as a former board member of the Georgia Center of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (Atlanta, GA), where she advanced programs to empower individuals with hearing-related challenges and Great Day Family Connections (Atlanta, GA), where her efforts focused on family welfare and connection-building.

In addition, Shavonda has significantly influenced vocational rehabilitation policies through her role on the E-3 Advisory Panel, working to create opportunities for individuals with disabilities. Her active involvement with the Atlanta Area School for the Deaf School Council and Parent Involvement Program highlights her dedication to education and advocacy for deaf students and their families. Fluent in American Sign Language (ASL), she uses her skills to foster inclusivity and bridge communication gaps within the community.

Recognized as a distinguished National Association of Professional Women member, Shavonda exemplifies exceptional leadership and commitment. Her ability to seamlessly balance entrepreneurial ventures with advocacy work underscores her multifaceted talents and drive. Through her relentless efforts, Shavonda continues to be a transformative force, creating lasting change for the deaf and hard-of-hearing community and beyond.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/shavondamccaleb/

Welcome to this episode of Mindful Mavericks, where we're joined by Marko Gargenta, a business tech visionary and lifelong learner. He’s the founder and CEO of PlusPlus, a platform empowering companies to build cultures rooted in knowledge sharing and collective intelligence. Before PlusPlus, he founded Marakana, which was acquired by Twitter, where he then created Twitter University to elevate engineering excellence. He’s also the host of The Intelligence Amplifiers podcast, and a strong believer in personal growth through work.

Today, we’ll be diving deep into Marko’s journey, from startup founder to thought leader, and how intentional learning has shaped his approach to leadership and innovation.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/markogargenta/

Welcome to this episode of Mindful Mavericks, where we’re joined by Michelle Gillette, a growth-oriented wellness entrepreneur and certified coach who is transforming the way we think about health, longevity, and vitality. After spending years as a senior hedge fund executive, Michelle took a bold leap into the world of wellness, blending science-backed strategies with personalized coaching to help both individuals and corporate clients unlock vibrant energy, deep connections, and lasting wellness.

From functional medicine and brain health to nervous system regulation and mindshifting techniques, Michelle’s expertise is vast and truly holistic. Her work spans not just with physical health, but also with navigating the complexity of relationships. Today, we’ll deep dive into Michelle’s journey of how she blends the science of longevity with a mindful approach to living, and how businesses and individuals alike can thrive by optimizing their health and mindset.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelledaygillette/