The “People Who Rock!” blog post series is dedicated to recognizing those individuals who IMHO, just plain rock at life. This is my personal way of telling them “thank you”, but more importantly giving them proper recognition and the chance for you to get to know them (and connect with them if you’d like).

Rebecca ‘Peters’ Haas

Rebecca and I met randomly at a wedding with no formal introduction from anyone. She has her own photography business. When we first met, we both realized we shared a lot of the same interests (we’re both geeks), so I handed her my card, and we told each other we’d keep in touch (…to my surprise we actually DID keep in touch) Rebecca is one of those incredible people that when you talk to her, she’s so attentive about what you have to say, she makes you feel like there is no one else in the room.

What I value most and have learned about being friends with Rebecca is the right way in being “helpful”. She’s exhibits this unique unconditional behavior of knowing how be helpful and supportive to others. It’s real and authentic. Not contrived. She really cares. There’s a difference. This lesson she’s taught me has really shaped me in understanding that sincere random acts of kindness are what real friends do for each other.

Professionally, Rebecca is incredibly talented at what she does. She’s run her own photography business for over 11 years and is one of Kansas City’s most sought after wedding + portrait photographers. And for good reason. Ask anyone who has done a photo shoot with her, the difference is she cares about people. She cares to actually get to know you, and have fun.

You’ve got to check out her work on her blog. And if your in need of a great photographer, be sure to look her up.

The “People Who Rock!” blog post series is dedicated to recognizing those individuals who IMHO, just plain rock at life. This is my personal way of telling them “thank you”, but more importantly giving them proper recognition and the chance for you to get to know them (and connect with them if you’d like).

Terese Babcock (LinkedIn)

Terese is one of those people who is the “glue” to success. I know few people as detailed driven as her. I’ve had the privilege of partnering with her on projects both for work and for personal volunteer endeavors (www.kcsweaterparty.com). When you’re working a project, you want her on your team, period. She also has a huge heart for helping others and remembers it’s ok to laugh at yourself every once and a while. Terese has a way of bringing it all together like no one I know- and I’m proud to call her “friend” and learn from her frequently.

Ron Hill (ronh@redemptionplus.com)

To call Ron a successful entrepreneur is a huge understatement. When you meet Ron for the first time, you know there’s something unique to him. Aside from his amazing intelligence (he founded and is the CEO of Redemption Plus), it’s the passion he has for life and his work that’s palpable when you share a room with him or hear him speak. He’s also dedicated his personal time to organizing a Halloween benefit party that helps the Lee Ann Britain Infant Development Center. His last party had 300+ guests attend, and raised over $40k. I personally look up to Ron as a mentor, friend and I’m continued to be greatly inspired by his actions (disclosure; Ron is a client).