In this episode, host Jenn interviews actor Danielle Kamela about her inspiring journey of reinvention and resilience. Danielle shares her story, from her early days in competitive gymnastics to pursuing her dream of becoming a sports broadcaster and later transitioning into acting and professional wrestling. Despite setbacks like being advised to change her career path due to low grades, facing multiple rejections in cheerleading tryouts, and an unexpected injury during a wrestling match, Danielle's determination never wavered. She discusses her time as an Arizona Cardinals cheerleader, her career in sports broadcasting with Fox Sports Arizona, her move to LA to pursue acting, and her eventual success in WWE wrestling. Danielle also candidly talks about coping with the challenges brought by the COVID-19 pandemic and her ongoing efforts in acting and content creation. Throughout the episode, listeners are encouraged to follow their dreams, be resilient in the face of rejection, and continually reinvent themselves. 00:00 Introduction to Danielle Kamela 00:35 Early Life and Gymnastics Journey 01:35 College Challenges and Career Aspirations 03:10 Cheerleading and Breaking into Sports Broadcasting 06:19 A Pivotal Car Crash and Personal Resilience 08:39 Transition to Acting and Moving to LA 10:11 Struggles and Successes in LA 13:48 Journey into Professional Wrestling 16:12 Landing the WWE Gig 16:57 Moving to Orlando and Breaking a Hand 17:58 Training and Developing Characters in NXT 18:45 Building the Vanessa Bourne Persona 20:58 COVID's Impact and Career Setbacks 24:09 Reinventing and Exploring New Opportunities 26:56 Pursuing Comedy and Overcoming Challenges 32:19 Entrepreneurship and Personal Growth 33:34 Staying Connected and Final Thoughts 🏔️ ABOUT Jenn Drummond 🏔️ Jenn Drummond is a Mom of 7, a successful business owner, and a World Record holder. As the first woman to climb the second highest summits on each of the 7 continents, she now inspires others to create thriving businesses and lasting legacies. She shares her story and strategies for success through her book, BreakProof: 7 Strategies to Build Resilience and Achieve Your Life Goals, and her Seek Your Summit podcast, programs, and signature talks. Learn more about how she elevates devoted and determined entrepreneurs to go beyond success to a life of significance. ✨ JOIN Jenn Drummond ✨ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzI9NbwoOzgANJBd2GJQvrQ ✨ Check Out Jenn Drummond's Podcast videos ✨ ✨Episode 83: Ascending Against All Odds: Stormy Wellington's Inspiring Journey ➡️ • https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BlGSPA1M0Z8 ✨Episode 80: Melitsa Waage’s Journey of Resilience and Innovation | Jenn Drummond ➡️ • https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ihmS0smE-Kw ✨Episode 81: Triumph Through Trials with Amy Lacey | Jenn Drummond ➡️ • https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2brouX9WGpQ 💌 𝗟𝗘𝗧'𝗦 𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗬 𝗜𝗡 𝗧𝗢𝗨𝗖𝗛 💌 ➡️Instagram: / thejenndrummond ➡️Facebook: / thejenndrummond ➡️Tik Tok: / thejenndrummond Thank you for watching - Danielle Kamela's Journey: Reinvention and Resilience | Jenn Drummond #SeekYourSummit

In this inspiring episode of Seek Your Summit, Jenn Drummond sits down with Bear Handlon, founder of Born Primitive. Bear shares his journey from playing football at Yale and serving as a Navy SEAL to building a successful activewear brand grounded on hard work and philanthropy. Learn about Born Primitive's significant charitable contributions, including nearly $2 million donated to various causes and plans to clear veteran medical debt. Bear discusses the challenges of starting a business, the importance of meaningful giving, and the steps Born Primitive is taking to disrupt the apparel industry, like their innovative new Savage 1 training shoe. His inspiring story affirms the value of dedication, perseverance, and authenticity in both business and community support. Tune in to hear Bear’s incredible insights and how Born Primitive is making a tangible impact. Don't miss the special initiative details from November 8th-11th that you can be part of by supporting their mission. Elevate your sense of responsibility and be a force for good with Bear Handlon and Born Primitive! Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction 03:41 Hard work outperformed brilliance without effort. 07:20 Entrepreneurial CrossFit athlete develops weightlifting solution. 11:04 Mal developed performance sportswear for athletic women. 14:07 Creating startup traction is difficult and stressful. 18:06 Balancing work, family, and business became unsustainable. 21:59 Frustration sparked creation of tactical clothing line. 24:28 Work, military, fix issues, future contracts, philanthropy. 27:11 Partnered to support gyms with profit-sharing initiative. 30:42 Connecting with recipients; hoping letters inspire others. 32:49 Reconsider government spending for greater impact. 🏔️ ABOUT Jenn Drummond 🏔️ Jenn Drummond is a Mom of 7, a successful business owner, and a World Record holder. As the first woman to climb the second highest summits on each of the 7 continents, she now inspires others to create thriving businesses and lasting legacies. She shares her story and strategies for success through her book, BreakProof: 7 Strategies to Build Resilience and Achieve Your Life Goals, and her Seek Your Summit podcast, programs, and signature talks. Learn more about how she elevates devoted and determined entrepreneurs to go beyond success to a life of significance. ✨ JOIN Jenn Drummond ✨ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzI9NbwoOzgANJBd2GJQvrQ ✨ Check Out Jenn Drummond's Podcast videos ✨ ✨Episode 83: Ascending Against All Odds: Stormy Wellington's Inspiring Journey ➡️ • https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BlGSPA1M0Z8 ✨Episode 80: Melitsa Waage’s Journey of Resilience and Innovation | Jenn Drummond ➡️ • https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ihmS0smE-Kw ✨Episode 81: Triumph Through Trials with Amy Lacey | Jenn Drummond ➡️ • https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2brouX9WGpQ 💌 𝗟𝗘𝗧'𝗦 𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗬 𝗜𝗡 𝗧𝗢𝗨𝗖𝗛 💌 ➡️Instagram: / thejenndrummond ➡️Facebook: / thejenndrummond ➡️Tik Tok: / thejenndrummond Thank you for watching - Bear Handlon on Hard Work, Charity, and Born Primitive's Giving Approach | Jenn Drummond #SeekYourSummit #BearHandlon #BornPrimitive #HardWorkPaysOff #EntrepreneurJourney #VeteranSupport #Philanthropy #CommunityImpact #FitnessApparel #VeteransDay #GivingBack #MilitaryHeroes #SuccessStories #BusinessIntegrity #Patriotism #FitnessJourney #CrossFit #SportsBras #TrainingShoes Related Searches: seek your summit podcast networking tips for entrepreneurs business success stories Born Primitive Charitable Initiatives Bear Handlon’s Background and Philosophy inspiring stories of resilience Born Primitive Product Innovations Entrepreneurial Journey of Born Primitive Significant Collaborations and Partnerships Consumer Consciousness in Shopping

Join Jenn Drummond as she chats with Colleen Biggs—entrepreneur, business coach, and author—about the keys to building authentic leadership and thriving in business. Colleen shares her personal journey through challenges like navigating a recession, balancing family and business, and franchising multiple ventures. They explore how aligning inner values with external actions leads to meaningful success and stronger connections.

This episode offers actionable advice on maintaining energy, enrolling others in your vision, and building genuine relationships that fuel long-term growth. Colleen discusses the importance of leveraging individual strengths, creating supportive communities, and learning from setbacks. Whether you’re growing a business, overcoming personal challenges, or looking to shift out of a rut, this conversation provides practical tools and motivation to help you stay on course and lead with purpose.