🎙️ Bonus Segment Alert – A Message from Ryland Clark and Shawn A. Barksdale (Extended Version)
After conducting nearly a dozen powerful interviews, Shawn A. Barksdale saw a need—to give back. And what better way than to lend the Ten Minutes of Truth platform to someone already giving so much?
This bonus extended segment features Ryland Clark, Community Relations & Engagement Manager at Hitachi Energy in South Boston, VA. Hitachi’s impact reaches far beyond the COPE Project—it’s seen in their partnerships with local non-profits, fire departments, schools, and businesses across Halifax County. Their support is real, sustained, and often unseen.
In his role, Ryland has met hundreds of people, heard stories of pain, resilience, and need—many of which he admits he didn’t fully understand until stepping into this role. Being the bridge between a major company and a struggling community isn’t easy. It takes heart. It takes patience. And it takes action.
We know Ryland wishes he could help everyone, and though giving has structure and limits, his heart for this community is undeniable.
🙏 If you see Ryland Clark, take a moment to say hello. Better yet—tell him how you can help. Because community change isn’t a one-man job—it’s a shared mission.
Ten Minutes of Truth is proud to amplify Ryland’s voice and vision. Our podcast will now play a role in spreading his message and connecting more people to the resources and hope that already exist.
From Shawn A. Barksdale and the Ten Minutes of Truth team—thank you, Ryland, for what you do. Halifax County is better because of you.
🎧 Listen to the segment now on all major podcast platforms and on Facebook at Ten Minutes of Truth and Boots On The Ground.
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