The Change-Makers
The Founder
Renee Beth Poindexter is the founder of Living The Potential Network, a community that works together to create a better future by connecting individuals of all ages and backgrounds with the mentors, collaborators, resources, training, and opportunities they need to unfold their unique potential, so they can be and create the change they want to see in the world. An accomplished trainer, facilitator, success coach, and organizational consultant, Renee Beth discovered the significance of learning in the world of business over twenty-five years—across many sectors, including technology, healthcare, financial services, construction, advertising and public relations, executive search, coaching, and consulting.

A former high school English teacher, Renee Beth has worked with non-profit organizations, schools, and businesses to facilitate the positive changes needed to fulfill their organizational vision. Her background in continuous improvement has assisted her in designing programs that inspire people to lead with their heads and hearts connected and create better results. Renee Beth’s current work through Living The Potential Network includes coaching, consulting, mentoring, and networking individuals who are courageously choosing to own their purpose and design their legacy with one common goal: Leave the world better than they found it.
Her book, Living The Potential: Engaging the Wisdom of Our Youth to Save the World, invites people who are vested in a positive future to open new pathways for collaboration—where everyone can bring more of who we are to what we do and how we do it, and engage the wisdom of our youth as active participants in co-creating a happier, healthier future for all.
She is on the Advisory Council for the Transformative Learning Foundation in the United States and the board for Village Home Education Resource Center. A global traveler, Renee Beth makes her home in Portland, Oregon, with her partner, Mark Roth. She loves people, nature, and adventure, and is a master networker.
The Core Team
The Facilitators






🌱 Youth Membership & Advisory Council
Where Your Voice is Heard, Your Gifts Are Honored, and Your Leadership Begins
👋 Welcome, Changemaker
Are you a young person who wants more than just “the next step”?
Are you searching for a place where you get to design your own path —not follow someone
else’s?
At Living the Potential Network (LTPN) , we believe that you already carry the seeds of greatness inside you. All you need is the right environment to grow, connect, and lead.
We’re not here to fix you. We’re here to listen to you, learn with you , and help you trust yourself from the inside out.
🌎 Why LTPN? Why Now?
Young people today face more pressure, complexity, and uncertainty than ever.
We’re here to flip the script—from stress and self-doubt to self-discovery, empowerment, and
real-world leadership .
LTPN offers something radically different :
✅ Intergenerational learning (mentors and allies who listen)
✅ A community that values emotional intelligence and personal growth
✅ Project-based, real-life learning opportunities
✅ A platform to share your voice and take action
✅ A space where neurodiverse, creative, and non-traditional thinkers thrive
✨ What’s Possible Here? Ask Our Youth Advisory Council.
Our Youth Advisory Council Members have experienced deep transformation—personally, emotionally, and professionally.
Here’s a glimpse into their journeys:
🎤 “I used to feel lost… now I trust myself.” – Cassie
“I didn’t really know who I was or what I wanted. Through LTPN’s courses and community, I
learned to trust my intuition. Just four months after taking Trusting the Seeds , I moved across the
country to start a new life—because I finally believed in myself.”
🎭 “I felt like life was happening to me… now I know I can shape it.” – Samuel
“Growing up, I didn’t feel heard. LTPN showed me that my story matters. Through mentorship,
podcast conversations, and supportive community, I’m not just an actor—I’m a changemaker.
My voice belongs here.”
🧠 “I couldn’t connect my ideas… now I lead with them.” – James
“I’m neurodivergent and used to feel out of place. LTPN gave me a space to lead authentically
and helped me transform my struggles into strengths. I now speak at events and use my
‘Translation Matrix’ to bridge ideas between communities.”
💡 “I needed more than college… I needed purpose.”
“College didn’t feel right. I wanted to learn by doing, not just studying. At LTPN, I discovered
what I love, what I’m good at, and how I want to shape my future. Now, I make conscious
decisions that align with my purpose—and I’m excited for what’s next.”
🌟 What You’ll Find Here
🧠 Courses that change your mindset
Learn how to trust yourself, design your life, and use your strengths.
🎙 Podcasts that connect you with change-makers
Have real conversations with thought leaders and expand your worldview.
🍲 Podlucks (our version of potlucks + idea sharing)
Connect with people who care about what you care about—across generations.
🤝 Mentorship that meets you where you are
Receive real, personalized support to grow in your own way.
🌀 Masterminds & Creative Collaboration
Co-create with other youth and adults working on meaningful, impact-driven projects.
🙋 ♀️ Ready to Step In and Lead?
We’re inviting young leaders (ages ~16–23) to apply for our Youth Advisory Council . This is your opportunity to:
● Share your voice and shape our programs
● Work on real-world projects that inspire you
● Grow alongside mentors, peers, and professionals
● Build a network that celebrates who you are
● Inspire others through your journey
🌟 This isn’t a club. This is a movement. And we need you.
✅ Apply Now
Apply to Become a Youth Council Member
( Or get in touch to learn more. We’ll meet you where you are. )
💬 Final Words from Our You
“I finally feel like I’m part of something bigger—where I matter.”
“LTPN gave me a reason to believe in myself again.”
“It’s a space where honesty, curiosity, and passion are celebrated.”
“Don’t wait to discover who you are. You don’t need permission. Just a place to begin.”
📩 Have Questions?
Reach out to us at info@livingthepotential.com
We’d love to hear your story and walk with you on your next step.
Meet Senior Youth Advisory Council

Cassandra Funmaker
- Theatre Arts/ Indigenous Nations Studies student (Portland State University)
- Anti-Genocide Advocate
- Indigenous Artist
- Improvisor

Samuel Osborne-Huerta
- Graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Fine Arts(BFA) in May of 2024 for Acting classically trained in Shakespeare,
- Storyteller: narrative prose, scripts, poetry, and music. Dungeons and Dragons also went hand in hand with that interest from an early age, which fed a passion for fantasy and sci-fi.
- Entertainer-multi-talented with singing original songs with guitar accompaniment

James Schmidt
- Psychology Student at Evergreen University
- Thespian – for many years through school
- Passionate about building community
- Seeking to Understand and overcome barriers in interpersonal communication
The Advocates
Our Advocates are some of our greatest resources in this network!
They are making a difference in the world, and they lend their superpowers and expertise with everyone who joins the network.
Are you looking for a Mentor,
or do you want to become an Advocate and Mentor yourself?
Do you have a change-making offering that you could bring to
Living The Potential Network?
We can help!

