Chad Wallen: Building a Strong Community and Finding Mentors
Chad Wallen is the founder of a nonprofit organization that serves fatherless young men between sixth and 12th grade. The organization focuses on mentoring and teaching these young men life skills, both mental and physical. Chad's own experience growing up with a disengaged father has fueled his passion for helping fatherless boys. He believes in the power of learning and constantly seeks out new knowledge and experiences. Chad's desire for growth and impact has led him to build a strong community and surround himself with mentors who can guide him in his journey. In this conversation, Chad Wallen discusses his passion for serving the fatherless and mentoring young men through his organization, Advanced Camp. He shares his personal journey of faith and how it has shaped his mission. Chad emphasizes the importance of community and sacrificial love in building relationships and making a difference. He also talks about the challenges and sacrifices he has faced along the way. The ultimate vision for Advanced Camp is to expand to multiple locations in every state and provide trade education and life skills to young men.
Takeaways:
- Chad Wallin's nonprofit organization serves fatherless young men between sixth and 12th grade, providing mentoring and teaching life skills.
- Chad's personal experience growing up with a disengaged father has driven his passion for helping fatherless boys.
- He believes in the power of learning and constantly seeks out new knowledge and experiences.
- Chad has built a strong community and surrounds himself with mentors who can guide him in his journey. Community plays a significant role in Chad Wall's life and his work with Advanced Camp. He believes in building relationships and offering support to others before seeking anything in return.
- Sacrificial love is a key aspect of Chad's mission. He sees sacrifice as a way of life and a way to love and serve others.
- Chad's personal experiences, including his own upbringing and divorce, have shaped his ability to connect with and mentor young men who are fatherless.
- Chad's faith has been a driving force in his life and his work. He believes that his relationship with God has guided him and given him the strength to overcome challenges.
- The ultimate vision for Advanced Camp is to expand to multiple locations in every state and provide trade education and life skills to young men.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Chad Wallin and his nonprofit organization
06:17 Chad's childhood and the impact of a disengaged father
08:14 Chad's journey of self-discovery and learning
12:01 The desire for growth and impact
26:26 Building Community and Offering Support
29:21 The Power of Sacrificial Love
35:03 Personal Experiences Shaping Mentorship
38:28 Faith as a Driving Force
47:27 The Vision for Advanced Camp
Contact Chad Wallen
Email: [email protected]
Website Url: https://advancecampusa.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chad-wallen-8a248256/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/advancecamptexas/
Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/AdvanceCampTexas &
https://m.facebook.com/advancecamporegon https://m.facebook.com/advancecampflorida
Contact Nathan Cook
Website: www.nathancookcoaching.com
Instagram: www.instagram.com/2nathancook/
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LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/therealnathancook
