WORDS MATTER PODCAST EPISODE SIX
Guest David Jefferson Founder of Stackin Kickz

Produced By Pac West Group

In Episode Six of the Words Matter Podcast, host ChristopherRivers sits down with David Jefferson, founder of Stackin Kickz, for a thoughtful conversation centered on identity purpose community and legacy.

David Jefferson story is not simply about building a brand.It is about becoming a man who understood himself before the world understood his work. What began as a creative outlet rooted in sneaker culture became a source of confidence expression and connection long before it became a business. In this episode David reflects on how fashion served as his voice and how identity often forms before success ever shows up.

The conversation explores what it meant to build StackinKickz in Portland without a clear streetwear blueprint to follow. David sharesthe doubts, fears and internal pressure that existed behind the scenes during the early years and how those experiences continue to shape how he createstoday. It is an honest look at trusting vision when validation is quiet andbelief must come from within.

As the episode moves deeper the focus turns to purposealignment and faith. David speaks openly about building from love not just strategy and how spirituality guided his leap into entrepreneurship. Rather than chasing success he explains how he learned to listen for calling and alignment recognizing that some paths choose you. This part of the conversationinvites listeners to reflect on whether their growth still aligns with their original why.

Beyond clothing David impact extends into schoolscorrectional facilities and mentorship spaces. Through his Definition of Success work he challenges people to rethink what success actually means. He speaks on the responsibility he feels as a visible Black business owner and theimportance of staying grounded while carrying influence. From breaking misconceptions around money and status to navigating leadership with humility, David offers insight into impact beyond product.

In the final quarter the conversation turns reflective.David breaks down his belief that success is a science that must be taught and understood. He shares the first piece of self-work he believes people must do when they feel lost or unsure of purpose. He also reflects on the words andvalues that guide how he moves today and the legacy he hopes remains beyond anybrand or recognition.

This episode is grounded intentional and deeply human.Because when the noise fades and the lights go out the words remain.

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The Words Matter Podcast PDX Episode Four

Guests: Reggie Guyton and Tony Hampton

Hosted by Christopher Rivers

Produced by The PAC West Group

Two Portland basketball legends turned business and community leaders join host Christopher Rivers for a real conversation on competition, leadership, and legacy.

Reggie Guyton, a serial entrepreneur of more than 30 years, and Tony Hampton, Founder and Managing Principal of AVH Consulting, share how their journeys from the hardwood to the boardroom have been fueled by faith, mentorship, and resilience. Together, they co-host the Runn It Back Podcast, where sports, business, and life lessons collide.

In this episode, they unpack how growing up in Portland’s basketball culture shaped their work ethic, how they’ve navigated success in corporate and entrepreneurial spaces, and what fatherhood and faith have taught them about true legacy.

This is leadership through experience. This is what it means to run it back with purpose.

Watch now and subscribe to The Words Matter Podcast for more authentic conversations in sports, leadership, and self-development.

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In this powerful Episode 5 of The Words Matter Podcast, host Christopher Rivers sits down with longtime sports marketing executive Jim Gatto for an honest and wide-ranging conversation about family, resilience, legacy, and reinvention.

Jim takes us back to his early days, reflecting on the role basketball and family played in shaping his path, including the impact of his time at Elmira College and the lasting lessons passed down from his father.

He shares what first drew him into sports marketing and how that curiosity eventually led to a 25-year career at adidas, where he helped negotiate some of the most iconic endorsement deals in basketball history.Jim opens up about the highs and lows of the industry, including navigating adversity, stepping away, and ultimately reinventing himself as Founder and President of Leap Marketing Group.

He reflects on leadership, relationship building, and the importance of integrity over time.The conversation also turns personal, as Jim speaks about the grounding influence of his wife Rachel and his children Jack and Grace, shares stories about Kobe Bryant, ABCD Camp memories, and even a fun alternate path that once had him considering culinary school.This episode is a reminder that legacy is built through character, consistency, and the people who stand with you when it matters most.#WordsMatterPodcastPDX#WordsMatter#JimGatto

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