Episode 6

06: Investing in Youth Development Through Leadership

When your purpose aligns with your passion, the ripple effect can transform families and entire communities.

Dr. Phildra Swagger speaks with Celeste Roberts, co-founder of The Skill Center, about how sports can be a gateway for teaching leadership, life skills, and academic excellence to youth. With nearly two decades of impact, Celeste shares how staying rooted in purpose and driven by faith has allowed her nonprofit to elevate underserved children, support families, and build generational change, one child at a time.

This heartfelt conversation blends wisdom, strategy, and soul, offering powerful insights for anyone committed to service, impact, and purpose-driven leadership.

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Beyond the Title
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Phildra Swagger

Hi, I'm Dr. Phildra
Dr. Swagger is an executive leadership coach, speaker, and strategist who empowers professionals to lead with clarity, alignment, and discipline. With over three decades of leadership experience - from the classroom to the boardroom - she’s guided leaders across education, government, non-profit, and private sectors to unlock their potential and deliver exceptional results. As CEO of Combined Expertise, Inc., she transforms growth-minded organizations by equipping leaders at every level with the tools to thrive.