From Butcher Shop to Global Impact: How Asher Stubbs Built an International Youth Leadership Program

What started as a family story about resilience and entrepreneurship turned into an unforgettable global impact project. In this episode, Krisha interviews Asher Stubbs, a rising senior from Arizona, about the origin and impact of CUSCA Trips—a 10-day youth leadership program in Peru built around faith, entrepreneurship, culture, and self-reliance. Asher shares how his great-grandmother’s legacy inspired him to co-create this immersive experience, taking 16 American teens on a journey that included cultural immersion, a micro-internship with Peruvian entrepreneurs, and deep cross-cultural friendships. He opens up about the logistical challenges, the emotional breakthroughs, and what’s next for this deeply personal initiative. Whether you're a student, an educator, or someone passionate about making a difference, this episode will leave you inspired to think bigger about the power of youth, heritage, and global connection.