Musician, activist, and founder of nonprofit Taking Ownership PDX, Randal Wyatt discusses his journey to creating Taking Ownership and the work they do in the community. As well as why he thinks the model works so well in Portland and how creating the organization has made him a better leader.
Other topics discussed…
– Why he’s so optimistic.
– How he got into the music scene in Portland.
– The inspiration behind starting taking ownership PDX.
– Challenges of organizing volunteers.
– Leadership through team management.
– Challenges in becoming a registered non profit.
– Dealing with anxiety / what self care looks like to him .
– Why other cities haven’t adopted the Taking Ownership model.
– Types of work Taking Ownership does.
– The unique story of Randal becoming a homeowner.
– PDX Housing Solidarity Project & Back Home ADU.
– What it’s like having his kids see him do this work.
– What song has defined his year.
– How you can get involved with Taking Ownership.
Find Randal here.
Find Taking Ownership PDX here.
Check out Randal’s Excellence Awards discussion here: