Catalysts for Change
Catalysts for Change
Podcast Description
Catalysts for Change is a podcast about leaders who drive meaningful impact by balancing strategy, purpose, and action. Hosted by Adam Lister, each episode dives into the pivotal moments, values, and lessons that shape how change really happens in business, government, education, and beyond.
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The podcast centers on themes of leadership, social impact, and transformative change. Episodes explore topics such as educational reform and entrepreneurial grit, with specific examples like Randy Boyd's efforts in reshaping Tennessee's higher education through initiatives like Tennessee Promise.
Catalysts for Change is a podcast about leaders who drive meaningful impact by balancing strategy, purpose, and action. Hosted by Adam Lister, each episode dives into the pivotal moments, values, and lessons that shape how change really happens in business, government, education, and beyond.
In this episode, Adam Lister sits down with Sunny Bray, founder of Catalyst Collective and a champion for nonprofits and mission-driven organizations, from her early days in corporate sales to launching a community-first consultancy, Sunny shares how grief, grit, and bold purpose shaped her path. With honesty and insight, she reflects on building a business rooted in values, relationships, and the belief that nonprofit work deserves abundance, not scarcity.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
- Why Sunny built a consultancy that puts nonprofit missions, not metrics, at the center of the work.
- How grief, motherhood, and mentorship reshaped her approach to leadership and boundaries.
- Why nonprofits need trusted partners, not just service providers—and how to find the right support.
- How to lead authentically, say no with confidence, and prioritize what truly matters.
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