Host Jeremy C. Park talks with Erik Houston, Executive Director of the Wolf River Conservancy, who highlights the nonprofit local land trust and the organization's mission and efforts dedicated to the protection and enhancement of the Wolf River and its watershed as a sustainable natural resource.

During the interview, Erik shares how the organization was formed in 1985 and discusses their role as an accredited land trust working with landowners and the community to conserve land by accepting donations of land, purchasing land, negotiating private, voluntary conservation agreements on land, and stewarding conserved land through the generations to come. The Wolf River Conservancy works to preserve and protect the 522,000-acre Wolf River watershed, which includes the recharge zones for the Memphis Sands Aquifer, which supplies residential, commercial, industrial, and agricultural water needs across the Mid-South area. The organization has protected over 20,000 acres and educates 6,000 students annually through field trips and educational programs. Erik spotlights their programs and some of the many events the organization hosts, including the Wolf River Restoration Series, Discover the Greenway 5K race, and the Greenway Soiree, a major fundraising event being held November 8, 2025, featuring live and silent auctions, signature cocktails, dinner and immersive moments that bring the organization's mission to life. Erik then discusses the Wolf River Greenway, a 14-mile trail system with plans to expand to 26 miles by 2030, and how it serves as a key asset for Memphis. The Conservancy seeks community support through donations and volunteer opportunities to continue its mission of land protection, educational programming, and water quality preservation.

Visit https://www.wolfriver.org to learn more and to get involved with the Wolf River Conservancy.

Host Jeremy C. Park talks with Ryan Campbell, keynote speaker, author of "Born to Fly," owner of a 1960 pink Cadillac, and the youngest pilot to fly solo around the world, who shares his journey and a recap of his recent cityCURRENT signature speaker series presentation in Nashville focused on the life changing power of prioritizing joy.

During the interview, Ryan talks about saving up for flying lessons at a young age to achieving his Guinness World Record, highlighting the teamwork and support that made the achievement possible despite its solo nature. He then talks about facing tragedy with a plane crash at 21 that left him paralyzed, and his pursuit of rehabilitation to walk again and return to flying, reflecting on how these experiences shaped his understanding of purpose and identity. Ryan shares the story of visiting Graceland in Memphis, Tennessee, and how a miniature pink Cadillac from the gift store inspired what would become a life-changing symbol of prioritizing joy and something that would lead him to connect with people around the world on a much deeper level through his keynotes. Ryan wraps up by recapping his keynote in Nashville and sharing his framework and tips focused on finding joy and fulfillment, emphasizing the importance of identifying and prioritizing activities that bring genuine happiness through a JOY Audit process, which he encourages others to implement in their own lives.

Visit https://ryancampbell.co to learn more about Ryan Campbell and to access his JOY Audit.

Host Jeremy C. Park talks with cityCURRENT Nashville partner, Chris White, Founder and Principal of Harvest Family Wealth, who highlights the firm he founded in 2007 that specializes in deep, technical financial planning, efficiency, and care, aiming to help clients achieve their financial goals, particularly across multiple generations. The conversation covers Chris' collaborative approach with business owners, including valuation and sale readiness, as well as current trends in the financial system and their impact on investment strategies. The discussion concludes with insights on global liquidity trends, philanthropic giving through donor-advised funds, and Chris's personal commitment to charitable giving and community service.

Summary

Harvest Family Wealth's Financial Philosophy

Host Jeremy C. Park talks with cityCURRENT Nashville partner, Chris White, Founder and Principal of Harvest Family Wealth, who highlights the firm he founded in 2007 that specializes in deep, technical financial planning, efficiency, and care, aiming to help clients achieve their financial goals, particularly across multiple generations. Chris explains their collaborative approach and how it involves understanding clients' current financial situations, working with teams of experts to handle specific complexities, addressing emotions around money, and developing plans to meet their future aspirations.

Business Valuation and Investment Trends

Chris discusses his collaborative approach with business owners, emphasizing the importance of a specialized team for business valuation and sale readiness. He highlights the complexity and diversity of business value assessments, noting that overestimation is common. Chris also addresses current trends in the financial system, including the impact of AI, blockchain, and cryptocurrency, while emphasizing the growing demand for diversified investment portfolios incorporating private equity, real estate, and M&A opportunities.

Global Liquidity and Philanthropy Trends

Chris discusses the current state of global liquidity, highlighting trends such as quantitative easing, dropping interest rates, and government money printing, which generally benefit equity markets. He emphasizes the importance of addressing the U.S. debt and deficit problem. Chris and Jeremy also talk about philanthropic giving, with Chris explaining how donor-advised funds are increasingly popular and effective for charitable contributions. Chris shares a client example where using a donor-advised fund helped reduce tax implications from a Roth IRA conversion.

Donor-Advised Funds: Tax-Efficient Giving

Chris discusses the benefits of donor-advised funds for tax-efficient charitable giving, emphasizing their impact on nonprofits and the importance of long-term tax planning. He shares his personal commitment to philanthropy, driven by a sense of gratitude and a biblical principle of stewardship. Chris highlights the significance of giving back through time, talents, and treasures, and encourages others to engage in community service. He provides contact information for further conversation, including his email, chris@harvestfamilywealth.com, and website, www.harvestfamilywealth.com.

To learn more about Harvest Family Wealth visit https://www.harvestfamilywealth.com