McKinney on the Move!

LifePath Systems provides help for today and hope for tomorrow. Our mission is to build stronger communities by providing professional treatment and support to individuals with Mental Illness, Substance Abuse, Intellectual and Developmental Delays.

Randy Williams and Dana Riley (Executive Director of Volunteer McKinney) join Ron & Friedo to talk about Volunteer Opportunities in McKinney

Aqua Kids offers year-round swim lessons and birthday parties for all ages in a safe, friendly environment. Our pools are indoor and heated, which means happy and sunburn-free swimmers. Children love their fun and caring instructors. Parents love that the instructors are hand-picked, well-trained, and constantly supervised. Our signature, learn to swim program, AquaSteps®, was developed on the foundation of over 25 years of experience in professional swim instruction for kids. Sit back and relax as you observe your child having fun while learning the lifesaving skill of swimming. Come experience the AquaKids® advantage. Splash on In today! www.aquakids.com

This week's guest is Jackie Rakowski, the Executive Director of The Community Health Clinic in McKinney

Ruth Thompson of Hugs Cafe joins Ron & Friedo for this episode of McKinney on the Move Hugs Cafe has been in the making for more than 15 years and began as a simple passion for people. Our Founder and President, Ruth Thompson, found this passion in the early 2000’s while working with Adults with Special needs in Parker, Colorado at New Day In Home and Respite Care. This served as the foundation for Hugs Cafe and would ultimately lead to its formation in 2013. Without her inspiration, her drive and her determination, we would not be here today.

We welcome a new sponsor to McKinney on the Move...Aqua Kids! Aqua Kids is moving to McKinney and the grand opening is coming up on January 27th We talk to Officer Trent Davis of The McKinney Police Department in this episode

Rainey Rogers Rainey Rogers was elected as the City Council member representing District 2 in 2015. He was selected as Mayor Pro Tem in June 2017. La'Shadion Shemwell was elected as the City Council member representing District 1 in 2017

Mission Regan exists to bridge the chasm between people who have too much and people who struggle to survive. We collect supplies, medication, and medical equipment, then send them to those who are in desperate need – locally and globally. We focus on what we can learn from the people we are giving to, rather than what we are doing for them, and aim to sustain and continue relationships with the people we help. We believe that we can all help each other, regardless of our status. Today's guests Tyler Richardson and Courtney Willis are instrumental in the operation of this great organization.

Nancy Cowlishaw is coordinator of McKinney ISD Partners in Education, which furnishes relationships between schools, businesses and volunteers. Its REACH mentor program pairs adult mentors with students of all ages. Cowlishaw also runs her own clothing business. We asked her about both. {courtesy McKinney Courier Gazette}

Lisa Hermes –President of the McKinney Chamber of Commerce Her extensive work with chambers began in 2006, as the McKinney Chamber’s communications and public policy director. She later served as president of the Rowlett Chamber and vice president of the Lewisville Chamber. Hermes launched her professional career as a journalist with the Star Group of newspapers in Burleson. She was managing editor of Inside Collin County Business, before moving into chamber management. Hermes graduated from the Institute of Organizational Management through the U.S. Chamber of Commerce and from Leadership McKinney class of 2009.

This week's focus is on Volunteer Opportunities Dana Riley and Pete Huff talk about the history of Volunteer McKinney

Tamira Griffin and Jimmy Bowser join Ron & Friedo for this episode of McKinney on the Move. Tamira is the Assistant Superintendent and Chief Human Resources Officer for the MISD and Jimmy is The Principal at Faubion Middle School in McKinney

Brian Hazelwood of Chicago Title joins Ron Hunt for this edition of McKinney on the Move

The McKinney Youth Leadership Mission is... To provide an opportunity for young people from diverse social, economic, racial, and geographic backgrounds who attend school or live in the McKinney area to develop and use leadership potential in a way that positively impacts themselves, their families, their schools, and their community. McKinney Youth Leadership Objectives are... ● To provide and encourage interaction between students, business, and community leaders and decision-makers. ● To build awareness of the community’s positive aspects as well as issues the community faces to encourage voluntary participation in community affairs and activities. ● To provide insights into the decision-making process and to enhance individual and group problem-solving skills. ● To enhance personal skills and help build each student’s self-esteem, character, confidence, self-image, and self-respect. ● To create the opportunity for students to make a difference in their schools and their community by using and sharing their leadership skills.

McKinney Community Development Corporation President Cindy Schneible joins Ron & Friedo in this episode. Since 1996, the McKinney Community Development Corporation has been dedicated to making McKinney, Texas, an even better place for its residents to live and enjoy life. By funding community and economic development projects, we strive to honor our past, celebrate today and plan for our future. McKinney’s population is growing at a record pace, but we are committed to holding fast to the small town values that make McKinney such a special place to live, work and visit.

Kasie Taylor leads the Interdisciplinary Study and Mentorship Program at McKinney North High School and her student--Seth from the "Seth on Sports" podcast join us in this episode of McKinney on the Move. The Interdisciplinary Study and Mentorship (ISM) is a rigorous, challenging course offered at all McKinney ISD high schools. This program is designed for academically gifted and high achieving upperclassmen. ISM students investigate a career topic that is of extreme interest to them through intense study, research, writing, and ultimately a mentorship with a professional. If you'd like more information on the program just log on to: http://www.mckinneyisd.net/secondary-student-support/interdisciplinary-study-mentorship/ Or you can email Kasie at kataylor@mckinneyisd.net

Darrell Thomas A-Pro Home Inspection Services joins Ron Hunt of The Hunt Team at Keller Williams realty in this episode.

Ryan Mullins and Amy Rosenthal talk about upcoming events in The City of McKinney. McKinney, Texas, is unique by nature. The city is No. 1 on America’s Best Places to Live list published by Money Magazine. As one of the fastest-growing cities in the United States, McKinney has a current population of more than 149,000. Established in 1848, the city is located 30 miles north of Dallas and is the county seat of Collin County. McKinney offers rolling hills, lush trees, a historic downtown square and unique neighborhoods and developments. Visit the city’s website at mckinneytexas.org

Biography George Fuller was elected Mayor of McKinney in May 2017. He is currently a builder and developer of custom homes and commercial properties with George C. Fuller Contracting. Mayor Fuller is the managing construction partner for Adriatica, a 46-acre mixed-use development in McKinney. He has developed community infrastructures, retail shopping centers, condominiums, business centers and some of the most award winning and decorated homes in North Texas. Mayor Fuller has been honored with the Builder of the Year Award six years in a row by D Magazine while also receiving honors from the National Home Builder Association Awards, including “Best Craftsmanship,” “Best Overall Home,” “Best Floor Plan,” and multiple “People’s Choice” awards. Mayor Fuller also has had several ventures outside of construction including Body Quest, Inc., an international exercise equipment manufacturing and distributing company. He co-created Everide Automotive Parts, Inc., an automotive heating and cooling parts company with national distribution. He also founded Airtech Heating and Cooling, Inc., a Dallas-based commercial and residential general contracting company. Currently, he owns The Guitar Sanctuary, a high-end guitar and music equipment boutique recently named one of the Top 20 Coolest Guitar Shops in the country by Premier Guitar magazine, along with The Sanctuary Music and Event Center and the Sanctuary Performance Academy. Mayor Fuller serves as President of the Stonebridge Ranch Commercial Association. He and his wife, Maylee, are co-founders of the Love Life Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to bringing awareness of the many tragedies inflicted upon children and identifying and supporting agencies and groups that bring relief and comfort to the young victims and their families. He is also a member of the McKinney Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors and a Board Director for Meals on Wheels. He previously served as Chairman of the McKinney Community Development Corporation. Mayor Fuller studied Business Management and Business Law at Norwich University, the nation’s oldest private military academy. He and his wife live in McKinney and have four children.

Cody Cunningham is the Chief Communications and Sports Services Officer for The McKinneyISD In addition to telling the story of The McKinneyISD, Cody is in charge of safety, security and transportation for the district. In this episode, Cody talks about the great progress the district has made transitioning into the digital age.