In this powerful episode we sit down with Kyle Patterson, the Regional Manager for the Western States Regional Council of Carpenters. He also serves on the Correctional Training and Rehabilitation Board. Kyle shares his personal story on incarceration and how he was raised by a single mom with nine children in South LA. Hear how Kyle transformed his life and is now a leader shaping policies and creating real opportunities for rehabilitation and reentry. This episode is a moving reminder that with the right support, accountability, and opportunity, second chances can lead to leadership — and one person's comeback can inspire systemic change. Watch and listen to new episodes of Prison to Purpose: Building Futures Behind Bars every other Tuesday and follow us on social media. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CALCTRA/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calctra/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CALCTRA