Episode 105 | Programs Don’t Change Kids—People Do: A Spring Leadership Conference Preview with Coach BE

About this episode

Coach BE discusses the importance of people in youth development and previews the Spring Leadership Conference.

Coach BE (Bryan E. Stephens) believes in a simple but powerful truth: programs don’t transform young people—people do. In this episode, we sit down with Coach BE, a keynote speaker for the upcoming Spring Leadership Conference in Palm Springs. He shares the story behind his work in youth development, his people-centered approach to leadership, and why the everyday choices adults make can have a lasting impact on young people. Tune in for a preview of the energy and perspective he’ll bring to this year’s conference. Thanks to our sponsor, Percussion Play. Show notes: Spring Leadership Conference Coach BE Follow Coach BE on Instagram The views and opinions expressed on CampWire by contributors are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the American Camp Association or ACA employees.

People in this episode

Guests: Coach BE, Bryan E. Stephens

Topics covered

• youth development
• leadership
• impact of adults
• Spring Leadership Conference
• people-centered approach

Keywords

• youth development
• leadership
• Coach BE
• Spring Leadership Conference
• impact on young people

Sponsors

Percussion Play

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: American Camp Association

Places: Palm Springs

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