In this heartwarming episode of Secrets of Tomorrow’s Leaders, host Noah Morrow sits down with Sammi and Dillon Lutza, two of the co-chairs behind JCI Santa Clarita’s beloved annual tradition, Santa’s Helpers. Since 1999, this initiative has brought holiday joy to underserved children and families in the Santa Clarita Valley. Sammi and Dillon share the project’s rich history—from its humble beginnings as a doorstep gift delivery to its evolution into a vibrant community event now hosted at College of the Canyons. With a focus on creating a joyful experience and connecting families to vital resources, the Lutzas emphasize the deeper mission behind the toys: opportunity, dignity, and community connection.

Listeners will hear firsthand how the Lutzas and their fellow co-chair Brian Wisdom are working to make the 2025 event more impactful than ever, aiming to serve over 600 children and their families. They discuss the army of volunteers it takes to make it all happen, the role of local partnerships, and the importance of fostering leadership through service. Whether you’ve been part of Santa’s Helpers before or are curious about getting involved, this episode captures the spirit of giving and the power of community in action.

In this episode of Secrets of Tomorrow’s Leaders, host Noah Morrow is joined by Cindy Castillo and Kennedy Gelnette to discuss the upcoming JCI Wellness Expo, a first-of-its-kind event dedicated to holistic health in the Santa Clarita community. Cindy, founder of La Paz Wellness and a certified wellness coach, along with Kennedy, a marathon runner and Director of Membership for JCI Santa Clarita, share their personal journeys with wellness and their shared vision for creating a day centered on healing, connection, and accessibility. With a focus on emotional, physical, spiritual, and mental alignment, the Wellness Expo is a free event aimed at bringing the community together through classes, vendor booths, and activities, including a charity softball game, all designed to meet people where they are.

Throughout the conversation, Cindy and Kennedy reflect on the deeper meaning of wellness, the value of showing up for yourself, and how intentional self-care creates the foundation for community care. They open up about overcoming personal challenges, the courage to pursue a passion project without a roadmap, and the transformative power of creating space for others to explore their own healing. With the goal of being a bridge between local resources and the people who need them most, this event and episode remind us that wellness is not one-size-fits-all—and that sometimes the most powerful thing we can do is simply show up.

In this heartful episode of Secrets of Tomorrow’s Leaders, host Noah Morrow sits down with Brittany Barlog, the 2025 President of JCI Santa Clarita, for an intimate and wide-ranging conversation about the deeply personal and community-driven theme of her presidential year: "Value". Brittany opens up about the origins of her word of the year, touching on the fear of being misunderstood and the power of being seen for who you truly are. She shares how that vulnerability translates into her leadership approach—creating space for others to thrive as they are, planting seeds of growth through support, and honoring the unique strengths every person brings to the organization.

Together, Noah and Brittany explore how grace, humility, and legacy shape authentic leadership. From Brittany's reflections on her caregiving role for her sister to Noah’s journey into social interest rooted in his relationship with his brother, the episode beautifully weaves personal growth with community impact. They discuss the ripple effect of empowering others, how servant leadership fuels transformation, and why being human—and leading with love—might just be the secret to sustaining value far beyond the walls of JCI. Whether you're a seasoned leader or just finding your voice, this episode will inspire you to lead with intention and heart.