The Heart of Advocacy

In our final episode of season one, Ken and Doni reflect on pivotal moments in their lives and careers, offering insights into what motivates them in the legal industry and in their personal lives. The heart of the episode focuses on their experience building a successful personal injury law firm and the personal lessons along the way. Ken and Doni share the challenges and rewards of their partnership, emphasizing shared values, ethical practices, and overcoming the stigma associated with per...

In this episode, Doni and Ken welcome Mara Palmer—a stylist, entrepreneur, and advocate for community empowerment and sustainable living. Mara shares her incredible journey, from balancing early motherhood with building a business to finding incredible opportunities in the hair, beauty, and fashion industries. Throughout the conversation, Mara discusses her entrepreneurial ventures, including her styling company "Fulfilled Needs" and her meaningful work providing mortuary beauty service...

In this powerful and vulnerable episode, hosts Doni and Ken are joined by M Abeo, a mental health advocate, TedX speaker, photographer, and the creator of the Faces of Fortitude movement. After losing their brother to suicide over a decade ago and surviving their own attempt as a teenager, M began Faces of Fortitude as a personal healing journey. The project has since grown into a transformative movement, providing a stigma-free space—both online and in person—for discussing mental health and...

In this podcast episode, Matt Driggs, co-founder of Driggs, Bills & Day law firm, shares how his life in business and law has been shaped by personal values, professional challenges, and philanthropy. Though initially drawn to engineering, his love for language and writing led him to pursue law, embarking on a career focused on empathy and client-centered service. His business philosophy emphasizes growth, learning, and positive impact, guided by ethical principles and a commitment to his...

This week, Doni and Ken are joined by Derrick and Tanise Love for an exciting conversation about professional growth, community building, and the power of human connection. Together, they explore the journey of launching Sync Seattle, a group dedicated to uplifting Black-led nonprofits and businesses, and fostering meaningful relationships in the community. From navigating the challenges of moving to Seattle during the pandemic to organizing their first event that brought nearly 100 peo...