Dr. AJ Acierno knows that changing people's views on going to the dentist isn't easy, but that's exactly what he's set out to do. With a focus on people and preventative, Dr. AJ began his dental practice with his brother, creating a family business focused on making lasting change in the industry. Dr. AJ shares about starting the practice, their social responsibility and women in the dental field. He also shares why you don't have to be afraid to go to the dentist anymore!

The importance that Danielle Vaughan puts on relationships blankets everything she does, including her work with Point B. This plays itself out in Point B's desire to lead and consult with empathy. Though it hasn't always been valued in the corporate world, a focus on the whole person motivates Danielle to be a leader in the industry, especially in the areas of diversity and inclusion. This focus is changing the way that her clients approach their work and their relationships with clients. You won't want to miss the great insight Danielle shares in this vulnerable episode.

This episode is a really exciting opportunity for our listeners to meet Audrey Gamble and Tara Coffman, Associates with SATC|Law. Audrey and Tara share their experience in law school and starting their careers as attorneys. They also share about the perception of females in the legal field and their hope for the future of women in law. Be sure to listen to hear the journey of these amazing young leaders.

This episode is a really exciting opportunity for our listeners to meet Audrey Gamble and Tara Coffman, Associates with SATC|Law. Audrey and Tara share their experience in law school and starting their careers as attorneys. They also share about the perception of females in the legal field and their hope for the future of women in law. Be sure to listen to hear the journey of these amazing young leaders.

Jasmine Lopez has an energy that can only be described as contagious! In this episode, Jasmine chats with Nathan about growing up Latina in the Chicago region, starting her photography business and partnering with her husband Jeremy to start The Firehouse Dream. Through this nonprofit, the Lopez family aims to bring creative resources to kids and teens to encourage them to thrive in their own ways. Though the road hasn’t been easy, Jasmine’s resolve and her love for people has kept her going.

Are you a self-proclaimed comic nerd, or maybe just curious about the comic world? In this episode, Nathan chats with Terry Gant, owner of Third Coast Comics in Chicago's Rogers Park neighborhood about how he grew his passion for comics into owning his own shop. Terry, a Chicago native, is the only black owner of a comic book shop in Chicago and one of few in the Midwest. Be sure to listen to this fun and enlightening episode.

Pongee Barnes joins us for this episode and is sure to inspire you with her journey from her first property purchase as a junior in college, to starting Little Owners!

Ashley Pollock joins the Bridging Chicago team to discuss diversity in the real estate industry as a joint venture for the Harold E. Eisenberg Foundation’s Real Bright Summit.