In this episode of Case Studies, Casey sits down with Bonnie Cordon - former General Young Women President, current president of Southern Virginia University, and a lifelong champion of potential - for a deeply moving conversation about faith, leadership, and the life-changing impact of simple belief.
Bonnie shares the formative experiences of her childhood in Idaho Falls, where lessons in responsibility and resilience were woven into farm chores and family life. She reflects on pivotal moments - from a life-altering interaction with Elder L. Tom Perry to navigating unexpected career opportunities at Oracle - that taught her the transformative power of showing up for others. Together, Casey and Bonnie explore how small acts of kindness, persistence, and seeing the best in people can ripple through generations.
This inspiring conversation is packed with wisdom for entrepreneurs, leaders, and high performers seeking to build a legacy of influence rooted not in titles, but in genuine connection, service, and faith.
Chapters:
00:00 – 02:30 | Idaho Roots and Family Lessons
02:30 – 05:15 | Apostolic Impact: Elder Perry and the Chickens
05:15 – 08:24 | Cornfields and Confidence: Earning Her Way to Hawaii
08:24 – 12:14 | Speaking Potential Into Others
12:14 – 16:00 | The Mission Call That Changed Everything
16:00 – 19:28 | Mission Miracles and Sisterly Bonds
19:28 – 23:35 | Persistence Pays Off at Oracle
23:35 – 27:45 | Leadership Lessons From Sales and Family
27:45 – 30:22 | The Power of Kindness in a Cynical World
30:22 – 36:23 | Southern Virginia and a New Generation of Leaders
36:23 – 41:58 | From Silicon Valley to Stay-at-Home Mom
41:58 – 47:26 | Building a Legacy Through Community Influence
47:26 – 53:34 | Saying Yes to the Unexpected
53:34 – 58:22 | The Call to General Leadership
58:22 – 01:07:26 | What It’s Really About: People Over Positions