Nancy Gale didn’t just survive unthinkable trauma—she built something beautiful because of it.Founder of JAMAH, a luxury American-made handbag brand, and AMBITION, a nonprofit for disadvantaged youth, Nancy’s life is proof that purpose and pain can co-exist. In this conversation, we talk about her early years in Detroit, what it really takes to build a brand from scratch, and how she turned personal tragedy into a mission that’s impacted lives around the world.This episode is raw, honest, and full of moments that’ll stay with you long after it ends.00:00 – Intro: From personal tragedy to luxury brand01:35 – Growing up in Detroit and the roots of American craftsmanship04:50 – Why JAMAH was built to challenge European fashion dominance06:30 – Launching JAMAH and committing to a 25-year vision08:10 – The artistry of American manufacturing and building connection09:30 – The birth of the JAMAH Motorcar Collection11:00 – Telling love stories through custom bags13:00 – The early struggles of building a brand with no support15:00 – Learning to trust your own vision as a founder17:20 – A skydiving story that changed how Nancy led her business19:00 – Why she started AMBITION and the power of consistent mentorship21:45 – Getting to know students before trying to teach them23:30 – The “You Don’t Know About Me” student challenge26:00 – Nancy’s mental health journey after rape and trauma29:10 – Finding strength through storytelling and humor32:50 – Her mother’s murder and choosing purpose over pain35:10 – What Sir Richard Branson taught her students38:40 – Teaching kids the value of hard work41:00 – Why purpose is essential for mental health and joy44:00 – The truth about resilience (and why it’s a daily choice)46:30 – Why leaders must hold space for two truths at once48:00 – What Nancy learned from her father about softness49:00 – What she hopes people say about her legacy50:30 – Where to find JAMAH and support AMBITION51:00 – Her unpopular belief: Simplicity is the goalhttps://www.jamah.com/about-nancy________📅 Book a Call with Josh: https://calendly.com/josh-kosnick/30min🔗 Follow Josh Kosnick & Get Exclusive Content: https://linktr.ee/joshkosnickDon’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more episodes featuring top business minds, elite performers, and leadership experts.#SpartanLeadership #Leadership #BusinessSuccess #Mindset #Entrepreneurship #SelfImprovemSpartan Valor Foundation is dedicated to empowering veterans, military families, and survivors of child trafficking. Through strategic partnerships, we provide critical resources, advocacy, and hope for those who have sacrificed so much. Join us in making a difference—because no hero should stand alone.🔗 Learn more: spartanvalor.orgSupport the showCONNECT WITH ME HERE:FacebookInstagramLinkedInTwitterTikTokYouTube SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST HERE:Apple PodcastsSpotifyYouTube

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