Brian Harmon

<p>For Brian, everyone has a story worth telling.</p><p>In this episode of <em>The Story Place</em>, Brian shares his own unexpected connection to the YMCA—starting as a kid who wanted to be part of the Y so badly that he would occasionally sneak in with his friends to play volleyball.</p><p>Today, storytelling is at the heart of his work. Brian reflects on why being present with people matters more than having the perfect equipment or production, and how taking the time to genuinely listen can uncover stories people may not even realize they have.</p><p>He also shares lessons that have stayed with him along the way, including the advice from his first boss to always have the right tool for the job—and why there’s still a multi-tool in his bag today.</p><p>It’s a conversation about presence, connection, and the belief at the heart of this podcast: our stories have value, and sharing them can bring us closer together.</p><p>🎧 Listen now and follow <em>The Story Place</em> for more YMCA stories.</p><p>Subscribe and share your YMCA story with us at <a href="mailto:Stories@ymca-snoco.org">Stories@ymca-snoco.org</a>. Your story may be featured in a future episode.</p><p></p>