Small Stones Podcast Guest Showcase

Andrew is a seasoned business coach with over 25 years of experience as a business leader and owner. Having led and navigated teams through the challenges of growth and change, he now partners with business owners and department leaders to help them get unstuck, unlock their potential, and stay on course. Andrew offers one-on-one coaching, group coaching, and quarterly strategic planning sessions designed to equip leaders with clarity, focus, and actionable strategies. His mission is to support leaders who are ready to grow their business or successfully move through periods of transition. Learn more at jplcoach.com.

 With three decades of experience in QSR leadership and franchise consulting, Joan is capable of bridging gaps between corporate operational excellence and small business innovation. As the founder of C.J.’s Southern Seasonings, Joan combines her passion for specialty flavors with a rigorous, results-oriented approach to restaurant startups. She is an expert in food safety, technical assessments, and strategic planning, dedicated to ensuring new brands are built on a foundation of profitability and regulatory integrity. 

Adam is the Lead Pastor of Grace Heartland Church in Kentucky and has   been in ministry for more than 20 years. He holds a Master’s in Christian   Leadership and has served everywhere from student ministry in Lexington to   helping launch a church plant in Connecticut. Over the past 15 years at Grace   Heartland, he’s led in children’s ministry, small groups, outreach, and now   serves as Lead Pastor. He’s been married for nearly two decades and is a   proud dad of three daughters who keep life full with swim, dance, Teen Court,   and nonstop activity.