Alexandra & Friends Podcast

Alexandra & Friends Guest May 2nd: Joyce Tapley

Joyce E. Tapley, MHA, is the Chief Executive Officer of Foremost Family Health Centers and a nationally respected healthcare leader with over 30 years of C-suite experience driving growth, innovation, and operational excellence. 🎙️ Tune in to hear Joyce share powerful insights on sustainable healthcare leadership and turning vision into real-world results.

Alexandra & Friends Guest April 25th: Kelvin Marin

Kelvin Sanchez Marin — student, worker, and future accountant
From working 20+ hours a week to winning DECA competitions and planning for a master’s in accounting, Kelvin’s story is all about hustle, consistency, and growth. Tap in as we talk mindset, goals, and leveling up while still in school.

Alexandra and Friends Guest March 28th: Tre Williams and Paul Quinn

In this episode of Alexandra & Friends, Alexandra welcomes Tre Williams, joined by students from Paul Quinn College, for a conversation about education, opportunity, and community. Together, they share perspectives on the college’s mission, the student experience, and the importance of creating pathways for success for the next generation.

Alexandra and Friends Guest March 7th: Stacie Martin

Stacie Martin is the founder and president of Single Parent Advocate, a nonprofit dedicated to equipping, empowering, and encouraging single-parent families across North Texas. She launched the organization in 2009 alongside her marketing agency, Free Martin Marketing and Media, inspired by both her professional background in advertising and her personal experience raising her son as a single parent for fifteen years.
Through its mission of “True Hope. Real Help.” the organization provides practical support, educational resources, and community connections to help single-parent families move from crisis to stability. Under Stacie’s leadership, Single Parent Advocate partners with schools, churches, nonprofits, and businesses to serve families through events, scholarships, holiday programs, and access to local resources.
Stacie is also a speaker, podcast host, and marketing professional known for her community-focused leadership and advocacy for the vital role single parents play in strengthening families, workplaces, and communities. Single Parent Advocate

Alexandra and Friends Guest February 28th: Stephen Ross

Ross’ Rowdy Bees began as a personal hobby rooted in a lifelong passion for honeybees. After purchasing two hives in East Texas, what started as simple enjoyment grew into a deeper commitment to learning and beekeeping. The turning point came when the founder’s eight-year-old daughter drew a bee that inspired the launch of the business, with her artwork becoming the brand’s symbol. Today, Ross’ Rowdy Bees operates multiple hives across North Texas and provides a wide range of bee-related services, all while continuing to reflect the founder’s passion and commitment to inspiring others to pursue their dreams.

Alexandra & Friends Guest February 7th: Jayce Tapley

Joyce E. Tapley, MHA is a nationally respected healthcare executive and business growth strategist with more than 30 years of C-suite leadership across community health, academic medical systems, and multi-site physician enterprises. She serves as Chief Executive Officer of Foremost Family Health Centers in Dallas, Texas, where she has driven market expansion, strengthened financial performance, and sustained employee retention above 80% through significant workforce shifts. Joyce specializes in strategic growth, medical practice acquisition, contract negotiation, revenue optimization, and workforce productivity. She is certified in healthcare compliance, forensic audit review, HIPAA auditing, and Lean Six Sigma, and is a sought-after speaker on building sustainable, scalable healthcare organizations and turning vision into measurable results.

Alexandra and Friends: Grandma and Grandpa Camp

Michael and Rosemary Greene are the founders of Grandma and Grandpa Camp and grandparents to eight granddaughters. What began as simple family gatherings grew into a meaningful tradition centered on presence, connection, and shared memories. Through their book and speaking engagements, they encourage grandparents to embrace their unique role and build lasting family bonds through small, intentional moments. Their message is practical, heartfelt, and rooted in the belief that legacy is shaped by everyday love.

Alexandra and Friends: Guest Frances Smith Dean

Frances, owner of The Financial Educator, LLC, is a financial educator and community leader dedicated to helping small investors and BIPOC entrepreneurs build wealth through education and access to capital. She serves as Executive Director of the Zan Wesley Holmes, Jr. Community Outreach Center in Dallas and is a former Co-Chair of the Comptroller’s PROJECT REACh Dallas, where she helped connect banks and nonprofits to community banking needs. Frances has directly supported dozens of small businesses in securing financing, including $900,000 in lending during COVID-19 that saved 38 jobs. An experienced speaker, international collaborator, and former adjunct professor, Frances brings a no-nonsense, community-centered approach to economic empowerment.

Alexandra and Friends: Year In Review

Join Alexandra and Roland as they look back on the turning points, standout conversations, and unexpected lessons that shaped the year. From headline news to personal milestones, they unpack what mattered most, reflect on how perspectives shifted, and set the tone for what comes next. Honest, unfiltered, and straight from the heart—this is the year in review you won’t want to miss.

Alexandra and Friends: Guest Atty. Judge Dianne Jones

Join us as we welcome Dianne Jones, Atty, Judge of County Court at Law #4 in Dallas County, to the mic! She’ll be unpacking real-world leadership in the courtroom, navigating change in public service, and how you can apply those lessons to lead with integrity and impact. Tune in — you won’t want to miss it!