Episode 3: What or Who Inspires Me When Things Get Tough
In this episode, Richard Kingswell, CEO of FosterVA and Extra Special Parents (ESPVA), talks openly about what inspires him when challenges arise, both personally and professionally. From leaning on his team during crises, to finding peace in a simple walk, to living by his mantra “Life is Good,” Richard shares how he stays grounded as the leader of one of Virginia’s largest foster care and adoption agencies.
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