Episode 7 - Leading with Purpose

This week on The Aurora Sessions: Beyond the Couch, I sit down with Todd Kinder—a leader whose journey spans over two decades in the pageant world. From judge to Executive Director, and now President of Miss New Jersey Volunteer, Todd shares how his passion for leadership, service, and inclusion has shaped not only the stage but the lives of countless contestants and volunteers.

We dive into:

👑 Todd’s path from pageant judge to organizational leader

🌈 His work leading Inspira Health’s LGBTQ+ Employee Resource Group

🧠 Why mental health and empowerment are at the heart of his mission

💡 Lessons in leadership, community, and purpose

Todd’s story is one of vision, resilience, and using the crown as a platform for meaningful change.

🎧 Tune in now to hear the conversation and join us as we go beyond the spotlight—and into the heart of leadership.

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