{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"J. Mark McVey | Broadway Performer | How Music, Faith, and Gratitude Can Change a Life","description":"From the stages of Broadway to school classrooms and men's ministries, J. Mark McVey\u2019s journey is one of persistence, transformation, and service. Best known for his role as Jean Valjean in Les Mis\u00e9rables, J. Mark brings not only vocal talent but also deep wisdom on living a life with purpose and impact. In this episode, J. Mark shares how his upbringing in Huntington, West Virginia, shaped his love of music and gratitude. He reflects on the grind of New York theater life, how faith transformed his approach to performance, and why leading from a place of humility\u2014not ego\u2014is his guiding principle. You\u2019ll hear about the unexpected audition that changed his career, a powerful 22-year collaboration with legendary composer Marvin Hamlisch, and how he's now channeling his talents into helping the next generation discover their gifts. Through music, mentorship, and ministry, J. Mark shows what it means to perform for an audience of one\u2014and how living with intention creates lasting ripple effects far beyond the spotlight. \u201cYou\u2019re either going to step on people on the way up\u2014or you\u2019re going to help them climb.\u201d \u2013 J. Mark McVey \u201cAt the end of my life, I want to hear \u2018Well done, good and faithful servant.\u2019 That\u2019s the only audience I\u2019m focused on.\u201d \u2013 J. Mark McVey \u201cA great leader doesn\u2019t end up on the mountaintop alone. That\u2019s not a leader\u2014that\u2019s a hiker.\u201d \u2013 J. Mark McVey This Week on The Wow Factor: How a childhood filled with song and gratitude shaped J. Mark\u2019s artistic identity The six-year college journey that led to a bold move to New York City What it\u2019s really like to perform on Broadway under constant pressure Why storytelling at a 12-year-old\u2019s level is J. Mark\u2019s secret to audience connection The pivotal moment that transformed his faith and redirected his career Behind-the-scenes stories from Les Mis\u00e9rables and singing for presidents The unlikely invitation that led to decades of collaboration with Marvin Hamlisch How J. Mark uses performance and prayer to lead with love backstage His new mission: helping students identify their gifts and find confidence early in life J. Mark McVey\u2019s Word of Wisdom: A great leader is always in a supportive role. Leadership isn\u2019t about being at the front\u2014it\u2019s about listening well, serving others, and keeping your hand out to help the next person up the ladder. You don\u2019t climb alone, and you don\u2019t perform alone. The best impact comes from giving, not taking. Connect with J. Mark McVey:Visit jmarkmcvey.com to learn more about upcoming concerts, speaking events, and his work with schools and ministries. Connect with The Wow Factor:  WOW Factor Website  Brad Formsma on LinkedIn   Brad Formsma on Instagram   Brad Formsma on Facebook   X (formerly Twitter)   ","author_name":"The Wow Factor","author_url":"https:\/\/www.thewowfactorpodcast.com","html":"