# Heather Patrick

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From Global Impact to Ground-Level Change: Leadership Lessons with Elizabeth "Liz" Thompson

In this deeply insightful episode of Eyespiring, Heather Patrick welcomes executive leader and strategist Elizabeth "Liz" Thompson, a mentor, changemaker, and one of the most influential leaders in Heather’s career journey.   Liz reflects on her path from rural South Dakota to national leadership r…

Eyespiring Turns One: A Year of Vision, Impact & Inspiration

Celebrating One Year of Eyespiring In this special one-year anniversary episode of Eyespiring, host Heather Patrick, CEO of Prevent Blindness Texas, is joined by Monica Guerrero, VP of Programs and Strategic Relationships, to reflect on the conversations, stories, and lessons that have shaped the f…

Leading with Purpose: Melissa Simon on Servant Leadership, Impact, and Building Stronger Communities

What does leadership look like when it's rooted in service?   In this episode of Eyespiring, Heather Patrick welcomes Melissa Simon, MSW, CFRE, Chief Executive Officer of Casa de Esperanza de los Ninos. Drawing on more than 34 years of experience in social services and nonprofit leadership, Melissa…

Why Prevention Is the Future of Healthcare

What does it take to turn groundbreaking science into healthier lives? In this episode of Eyespiring, Heather Patrick welcomes longtime colleague and friend Dr. Radhika Rajgopal Singh, Senior Vice President of Science and Medicine at the American Heart Association. Together, they explore the evolvi…

Building a Career with Purpose: Leadership, Legacy & Taking Bold Risks with Jennifer Surgalski

Success isn't always about following a perfectly planned path. Sometimes it's about embracing unexpected opportunities, taking calculated risks, and using your talents to make a lasting impact.   In this episode of Eyespiring, Heather Patrick welcomes Jennifer Surgalski, Senior Director of Strategi…

An N of 1 with Heather Patrick

Heather Patrick has built health and wellness products used by millions — and she brings a behavioral scientist's eye to every decision. With a PhD in Social Psychology, an early career in academia and at the National Institutes of Health, and a decade-plus in consumer health product leadership, He…

Growing Healthier Communities: Leadership, Food Access & Lasting Change

Healthy communities don't happen by accident, they're built through collaboration, innovation, and a shared commitment to making wellness accessible for everyone. In this episode of Eyespiring, Heather Patrick sits down with Janna Roberson, Executive Director of Urban Harvest, to explore how food a…

Leading with Love: How Culture, Trust & AI Are Transforming Leadership

Can love transform the way we lead? Mohammad Anwar believes it can.   In this episode of Eyespiring, Heather Patrick sits down with Mohammad Anwar, President & CEO of Softway, co-founder of Culture+, and bestselling co-author of Love as a Business Strategy and Love as a Change Strategy. Mohammad sh…

Building Stronger Nonprofits: Leadership, Philanthropy & Creating Lasting Community Impact

What makes a nonprofit truly successful? According to Kristen Schlatre, it starts with committed leadership, a clear mission, and a willingness to continuously evolve. In this episode of Eyespiring, Heather Patrick welcomes Kristen Schlatre, Assistant Dean for Professional and Corporate Programs an…

Living with Vision: Purpose, Service & Legacy with Dr. Kerri-Ann Coombs

What does it mean to truly live with vision? On this episode of Eyespiring, Heather Patrick welcomes Kerri-Ann Coombs, R.N., O.D., whose journey from registered nurse to optometrist, entrepreneur, author, mother, and philanthropist has been shaped by purpose, faith, and a deeply personal connection…