Cast & Crew
MEET THE FILMMAKERS
Protagonist: Gregory O. Proctor
Director: Gregory O. Proctor
Producers: Gregory O. Proctor
Cinematographer: Bethany Castro
Editor: Bethany Castro
Music By: [tba]
Gregory O. Proctor
Entrepreneur | Inspirational Speaker | Veteran | International Award-Winning Author | Director
Gregory's Bio
Gregory O. Proctor is a visionary entrepreneur, inspirational speaker, and international award-winning author whose journey embodies resilience, triumph, and transformation. A multiple myeloma survivor and passionate advocate, Gregory has turned his battle with cancer into a powerful mission—empowering others to find strength, purpose, and hope in the face of adversity.
With over 27 years of experience as a Global Project Controls Executive, Gregory has led large-scale initiatives across mining, infrastructure, manufacturing, energy, and government sectors. His expertise in project management, consulting, and business development has solidified his reputation as a strategic thinker and problem-solver, consistently delivering value-added solutions that enhance performance and mitigate risks. His innovative mindset has even led to a U.S. patent for advancements in semiconductor wafer processing, showcasing his ability to drive progress and efficiency.
Beyond his corporate success, Gregory is a storyteller at heart. As the author of Faith, Strength, and Courage, he shares his deeply personal experience of surviving multiple myeloma, offering a roadmap of resilience and an unwavering mantra: Don’t Ever Give Up. His dedication to inspiring others has extended into filmmaking, where he takes on the role of director and cast member in the upcoming documentary Reclaiming Life: A Cancer Story of Hope (2025).
The film follows his transformative journey along the Camino de Santiago, capturing the emotional and physical realities of cancer survivorship. Through raw storytelling and breathtaking cinematography, the documentary highlights the power of movement, faith, and self-discovery, proving that within every challenge lies an opportunity for renewal. Gregory’s experience on the Camino, particularly along The French Way, last year in 2024 provided him with a spiritual uplift, fueling his commitment to bringing this story to life.
A true believer in the power of opportunity, Gregory’s contagious positivity and unwavering determination have made him a beacon of hope. Whether through business leadership, writing, speaking engagements, or filmmaking, he continues to inspire those facing adversity to reclaim their lives and embrace transformation.
Filmography
Reclaiming Life: A Cancer Story of Hope (2025) – Director & Cast Member
Gregory O. Proctor’s legacy is one of courage, innovation, and relentless perseverance, proving that adversity is not an endpoint but a stepping stone toward greatness.
Bethany Castro
Cinematographer | Director | Digital Marketing Strategist
Bethany's Bio
Bethany Castro is an accomplished cinematographer, director, and digital marketing strategist, best known for her expertise in visual storytelling and brand innovation. As the CEO of Socially DesignIt, a leading digital marketing agency based in San Antonio, Texas, Bethany has dedicated her career to helping businesses elevate their online presence through cutting-edge strategies and creative solutions.
With over a decade of experience in the marketing industry, Bethany’s passion for content creation stems from her background in videography, photography, and modeling. Her keen eye for composition and narrative depth allows her to craft compelling visual experiences that resonate with audiences worldwide.
Expanding her creative vision into the film industry, Bethany serves as the cinematographer for the upcoming documentary Reclaiming Life: A Cancer Story of Hope (2025). This powerful film follows a veteran, award-winning author, and multiple myeloma survivor on an emotional journey along the Camino de Santiago, capturing the raw realities of cancer treatment and survivorship. Through breathtaking cinematography and immersive storytelling, Bethany brings a profound visual depth to the documentary, showcasing the resilience of the human spirit.
Bethany holds a degree in Marketing from the University of Texas at San Antonio and is known for her collaborative approach, empowering teams to push creative boundaries. Beyond her professional achievements, she is an avid traveler, nature enthusiast, and mentor to aspiring entrepreneurs. Her dedication to storytelling—whether through branding, film, or photography—continues to shape impactful narratives that inspire and uplift.
Filmography
Reclaiming Life: A Cancer Story of Hope (2025) – Cinematographer
Bethany Castro’s commitment to authenticity, innovation, and storytelling cements her as a dynamic force in both the digital marketing and film industries.
MEET OUR PARTNERS
The CHW is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, dedicated and all-volunteer, committed to supporting the men and women who serve—and those who stand behind the uniform. Built on a foundation of collaboration and networking, CHW serves as a vital hub for resources and information, fostering healing, empowerment, and resilience.
Launched in 2015 as a radio show on WINA in Virginia, CHW adapted to the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic by transitioning to podcasting, significantly expanding its reach. Over the past decade, CHW has grown from a single radio show to a thriving global network of 17 (and counting) podcasts, providing invaluable insights and support to the military and first responder communities.
With this rapid expansion, CHW has focused on streamlining information and resources, leading to the launch of the CHW Streaming Radio channel in 2024. This innovative platform serves as a centralized hub for podcasts, talk shows, music, and awareness campaigns—accessible anytime, anywhere.
Furthering its mission, CHW has partnered with the Kut2thaChase Foundation to support the upcoming documentary Reclaiming Life: A Cancer Story of Hope (2025). Through this collaboration that follows a veteran, award-winning author, and multiple myeloma survivor on an emotional journey along the Camino de Santiago, CHW continues to champion resilience, healing, and the power of the human spirit to overcome adversity and thrive.
Kut2ThaChase Podcast: Conversations with Purpose
Launched in February 2020, Kut2ThaChase Podcast began as a digital platform for authentic, unscripted conversations. Created by Gregory Proctor, the series features heartfelt dialogues with friends, family, and professionals, designed to inspire, uplift, and foster meaningful human connection. With its tagline of “soul-nourishing conversations,” the podcast has become a trusted space for voices from all walks of life.
A Turning Point: Purpose Beyond Podcasting
In August 2021, life took an unexpected and deeply personal turn for Gregory and his wife Monica. Gregory was diagnosed with multiple myeloma, a rare and complex form of blood cancer. This moment marked a profound shift—not only in their lives but in the mission of the podcast itself.
Determined to turn adversity into advocacy, the couple began using the podcast as a platform to share their journey, raise awareness, and educate others on the importance of early detection and proactive healthcare. With support from Sports Masters’ Ray Blumenfeld and Patrick Cairns, they launched the MMA Hope Awareness Campaign, creating a dedicated line of apparel to promote education and visibility around the disease.
The Birth of the Kut2ThaChase Foundation
What began as a podcast soon expanded into a broader initiative. The Kut2ThaChase Foundation was born, driven by a mission to:
- Create a safe haven for patients and caregivers to speak freely, exchange experiences, and provide peer-to-peer guidance.
- Relieve financial burdens by offering assistance with non-covered insurance costs.
- Deliver accurate, digestible information, stripping away the medical jargon and presenting facts in a way that empowers, not overwhelms.
- Collaborate with global experts through a new podcast series, engaging leading doctors, scientists, and advocates in the fight against multiple myeloma.
- Address racial disparities, particularly in Black communities, where the disease is both more common and more deadly, with a focus on closing the awareness and treatment gaps.
A Journey of Resilience: The Camino and Beyond
In a profound demonstration of strength and hope, Gregory joined five other multiple myeloma patients and caregivers on a transformative 117 km trek along Spain’s Camino de Santiago, from Sarria to Santiago de Compostela. This pilgrimage marked the beginning of a new annual tradition—bringing others impacted by the disease together for a spiritual and emotional journey of healing.
Recognizing the need for official nonprofit backing, Gregory connected through mutual acquaintance Donna Hoffmeyer, leading to a powerful partnership with Coming Home Well (CHW). This collaboration laid the foundation for the upcoming documentary, “Reclaiming Life: A Cancer Story of Hope” (2025)—a story of vulnerability, courage, and the unwavering human spirit.
From podcast to purpose, from stories to movement—Kut2ThaChase continues to be a voice of healing, advocacy, and transformation.
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