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Dottie Groover-Skipper, founder of the Heart Dance Foundation and a relentless advocate against human trafficking, substance abuse, and exploitation, shares her journey from corporate wellness to building a mission-driven nonprofit that supports vulnerable individuals in the adult entertainment industry. She offers insights into the challenges, strategies, and careful approach required to tackle this critical work. Covering sensitive topics, including sex trafficking and child abuse, this episode highlights the reality of exploitation and the power of advocacy to bring light into the darkest corners of our communities. Listener discretion is advised. Produced by David “Fingers” Bell and hosted by Nicole Valentin Alicea.

Michael Budensiek, owner of The Fit Effect, and Nicole Alicea of Brand NV discuss the business of gyms and fitness. They explore how prioritizing self-care can have a profound impact on all aspects of life, leading to greater success. TranscriptAnnouncer: Coming to you from the Sunshine State, this is Create Brand NV, a podcast dedicated to entrepreneurs and business owners discussing business, marketing, leadership, and best practices in this ever-changing business landscape. Every week, we introduce you to a different business leader who has taken their company to new heights despite the odds. Learn, engage, and thrive. This is Create Brand NV. And now, your host, President and CEO of Brand NV, Nicole Alicea. Nicole Alicea: Welcome back. It’s been a month since my last episode. What happened? I was on vacation the week of the 4th of July. Then, one of my guests canceled on me because he was abroad and having