In this energizing and eye-opening episode of On The Fly!, Donna Zaring is joined by two powerhouse leaders in the world of impact investing: Marcia Dawood, Vice Chair of the SEC’s Small Business Capital Formation Advisory Committee and author of Do Good While Doing Well, and Sue Bevan Baggott, executive advisor, innovation catalyst, and contributor to You Can, You Will.

Together, they break down what angel investing really means and why putting your dollars (and time!) into purpose-driven startups is one of the most meaningful ways to drive change. 

From their work on the award-winning documentary Show Her the Money to supporting women founders and redefining who gets funded and why, Marcia and Sue are reshaping the investing landscape and proving that profit and purpose don’t have to be opposites, they can be partners.

Listen to hear more about:

• What angel investing is and why it matters for social entrepreneurs
• Why more women and everyday people should step into the investing space
• Real examples of startups disrupting systems in women’s health, mental health, and community finance
• The power of equity crowdfunding
• The story behind the award-winning documentary Show Her the Money and how storytelling is helping close the gender funding gap

Explore Marcia’s work at marciadawood.com, and learn more about Sue on LinkedIn. 

At Flywheel Social Enterprise Hub, we believe in the power of social entrepreneurs and the angels who champion them. Whether you're ready to invest or just eager to learn, explore how Flywheel supports founders, educates investors, and fuels social impact at flywheelcincinnati.org.

On The Fly! is sponsored by First Financial Bank
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What does it take to guide a social entrepreneur from vision to venture? In this insightful episode of On the Fly!, host Joan Kaup sits down with seasoned Flywheel coaches Mishawn Styles and Paul Szydlowski to explore what coaching really looks like behind the scenes—and how empathy, active listening, and honest guidance can transform a founder’s journey.

Both coaches bring decades of leadership, business, and human insight to Flywheel’s social enterprise accelerator. But it’s their coaching mindset—not just their resumes—that truly supports founders as they balance passion and profitability.

💡 You’ll hear:

• The difference between coaching and mentoring—and why both matter
• How Flywheel coaches help founders refine their business model, develop their pitch, and face personal blocks
• Why entrepreneurship is more about mindset than mechanics
• Real stories from the front lines of startup growth, founder breakthroughs, and the power of team coaching
• What it really means to “get out of your own way” as a founder

Whether you're launching your first social enterprise or guiding others to do so, this episode is packed with wisdom on how to stay grounded, focused, and supported through it all.

Learn more about Mishawn’s work: StylesHR.com

At Flywheel Social Enterprise Hub, we pair experienced professionals with purpose-driven founders to make a real difference in our communities. Interested in coaching, mentoring, or starting your own social venture? Visit flywheelcincinnati.org to learn how you can get involved.

On The Fly! is sponsored by First Financial Bank
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In this heartfelt and inspiring episode of On the Fly!, Joan Kaup sits down with Ruth Anne Wolfe, the passionate founder of Community Happens Here, a grassroots social enterprise proving that deep, meaningful community can’t be mass-produced—it must be built, cup by cup. ☕

From her unexpected path through Japan, law, and motherhood to founding a brick-and-mortar community space in Cincinnati, Ruth Anne shares the journey that led her to reimagine what local connection really looks like. Through hospitality, art, and conversation, Ruth Anne is cultivating a place where children, entrepreneurs, and neighbors meet, learn, and build trust across differences.

Listen to hear more about: 

• The origins of Community Happens Here and its mission to combat loneliness through radical localism.
• Ruth Anne’s experience in Flywheel’s accelerator and the “aha” moments that shaped her approach to social enterprise.
• How sliding-scale coworking, youth-led coffee service, and sidewalk tea transform a neighborhood block.
• The importance of being your own angel investor when your vision doesn't fit traditional funding models.
• Why “you can't be what you can't see”—and how that philosophy shapes everything from mentoring to measuring impact.

 Visit communityhappenshere.org to explore coworking options, attend an event, or stop by for free coffee on a Saturday from 11am–1pm at 6238 Montgomery Rd, Cincinnati.
Follow Community Happens Here on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.

 At Flywheel Social Enterprise Hub, we believe in the power of social entrepreneurs like Ruth Anne to drive equity and impact in our neighborhoods. Learn how Flywheel supports founders, invests in big ideas, and helps social enterprises thrive: flywheelcincinnati.org

On The Fly! is sponsored by First Financial Bank
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Welcome to ON THE FLY!

ON THE FLY! highlights businesses that have the double bottom line - both a return on investment and a positive social impact.

This podcast will give you reason to smile and think.

It aims to motivate you to act on ideas and personal passions.

ON THE FLY! is brought to you by Flywheel Social Enterprise Hub, a Cincinnati-based organization focused on supporting social entrepreneurs and impact investing.

In this lively episode of On The Fly!, Donna Zaring sits down with two passionate builders shaping the next generation of social entrepreneurship: Josie Dalton, the originator of Flywheel’s accelerator programming and now at the UC Center for Entrepreneurship, and Samuel Baker, current Program Director at Flywheel Social Enterprise Hub.

Together, they reflect on what it takes to support founders who are building with both purpose and grit. From unlocking capital in an underserved middle space to showing up emotionally for dreamers with world-changing ideas, Josie and Samuel share the backstage realities of running programs that turn community-minded entrepreneurs into impact-driven leaders.

Listen to hear more about:

• The evolution of Flywheel’s cohort model and the early days of social enterprise in Cincinnati
• The unique funding challenges social entrepreneurs face, and how Flywheel is bridging the gap
• How mission-driven founders are reshaping what entrepreneurship looks like and why “crazy passion” is a feature, not a bug
• Why emotional intelligence, not just business acumen, is a critical ingredient in supporting entrepreneurs
• PLUS some unexpected real-life behind-the-scenes moments

Whether you're a founder, mentor, or future coach, this episode offers a powerful reminder: creating change is messy, personal, and totally worth it.

 At Flywheel Social Enterprise Hub, we believe in coaching the whole entrepreneur—not just the business plan. Our programs give social impact founders the structure, community, and belief they need to scale good ideas into real results. Learn how you can get involved, support our work, or become part of a cohort at flywheelcincinnati.org.

On The Fly! is sponsored by First Financial Bank
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What do native pollinators, backyard blooms, and AI-powered problem solving have in common? In this buzzing episode of On The Fly!, Paul Szydlowski dives deep with Flywheel alumni Brandon Reynolds and Johnny Avant—two founders turning passion for nature and human behavior into powerful, purpose-driven ventures.

From B The Keeper, a Cincinnati-based ecological landscaping business, to Sprout, a growing tech company making knowledge more accessible for everyday problem-solvers, these entrepreneurs are rethinking how we build sustainable systems—from the soil up.

Listen to hear more about:

• How B The Keeper evolved from backyard beehives to city-wide pollinator habitats
• The birth of Sprout—a tool that connects lived experience with automation to solve everyday problems
• Why coaching is the “secret sauce” of Flywheel’s accelerator model
• How real-world tension and pivoting can clarify a founder’s vision
• The intersection of AI, cognitive science, and conservation—and what it means for the future of local ecosystems

 Check them out online:

🐝 B The Keeper: bthekeeper.co | Instagram: @b_thekeeper

🌱 Sprout: gosprout.us

At Flywheel Social Enterprise Hub, we don’t just talk innovation, we cultivate it. From backyard gardens to bold tech ventures, we support founders with the coaching, structure, and community they need to create lasting impact. Learn how to get involved, join a cohort, or support our mission at flywheelcincinnati.org

On The Fly! is sponsored by First Financial Bank
Learn More at bankatfirst.com