In this powerful episode of Level Up, host Desmond Stinnie sat down with Ken Mohammed, from American Consumer Credit Counseling for a heartfelt conversation about his journey helping people navigate life’s toughest seasons to building lasting stability. Ken shares how mindset and community shaped his passion for helping others.

Student loan debt is one of the most pressing financial challenges facing millions of Americans today. For many, the rules, repayment options, and forgiveness programs feel overwhelming and confusing. In this episode of Level Up, we welcome Sean Lenderink, founder of Smart Loan Aid, who has dedicated his work to bringing clarity and relief to borrowers navigating this maze. Sean shares the story behind Smart Loan Aid, the common misconceptions he sees every day, and how personalized guidance can turn anxiety into confidence.

As part of this conversation, we also celebrate Smart Loan Aid’s new social group inside the DWD platform, where members can get answers to their toughest student loan questions in a supportive, community-driven space. Whether you’re buried in debt or simply want to understand the system better, this episode introduces a new resource—and a new voice—committed to helping the DWD community take control of their financial futures.

In this episode of Level Up, we explore how Towson University is pioneering a new model of learning that blends skills, academic opportunity, and future-proof careers.

TU is redefining what education can look like. The Trades Development Program gives hands-on training across multiple skilled disciplines — from HVAC to carpentry to electrical — while creating a path to both the workforce and college completion.