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CAW E16: John Smalley – Pest Friends

May 31, 2021 by angishields

Tucson Business Radio

CAW E16: John Smalley - Pest Friends

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About John Smalley

An admitted serial entrepreneur, John Smalley doesn’t fit the typical mold of a pest control company owner – but then again, neither does Pest Friends, the company John co-founded with Scott Nolen. 

After studying business at Southeast Missouri State University, John proceeded into the corporate world with a healthcare management and staffing firm, rising quickly within their ranks through a talent for turnaround/change management and territory development.  It was through this season of his professional life that he would arrive in Tucson, which he and his family have called home for over a decade.

Like so many, though, John felt a calling towards entrepreneurship, and that calling has run through several iterations – first in consulting, then in an adjacent segment of the healthcare industry, until culminating in his partnership and venture in an industry he and his partners feel is a tremendously underserved industry and ripe for innovation: pest control.

Seeking to challenge the existing approach of broad service areas, heavy utilization of chemicals and poisons, and boilerplate service plans, John and his partners believe there is a better – and smarter – way to serve their customers through hyper-local relationships, a heavy emphasis on data analytics as well as technology, and individualized, environmentally-conscious treatment plans.

Contact/Social Media:

Website URL: https://www.mypestfriends.com

LinkedIn URL: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-smalley-40321336/

Twitter URL: https://twitter.com/my_pest_friends

Facebook Page URL: https://www.facebook.com/Pest-Friends-103816431281054/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/my_pest_friends

Host

Matt Nelson: Senior Vice President, Crest Insurance Group
Matt is a Senior Vice President at Crest Insurance Group in Tucson, consulting with companies to identify and implement insurance, risk management, and employee benefits solutions. With more than 15 years of industry experience, he has served as a keynote speaker on the healthcare industry, leadership, workplace culture, and risk management for professional organizations throughout Southern Arizona, including the City of Tucson, Greater Tucson Leadership, the Financial Executives and Affiliates of Tucson, and the CEO Roundtable of Tucson.

Matt is an active member in the Tucson community, having served as a Non-Commissioned Officer in the Arizona Army National Guard and volunteering with multiple local organizations, including as Treasurer and a Big Brother with Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Southern Arizona, a volunteer with the United Way of Tucson and Southern Arizona, Chair of the Pima County JTED’s Business and Industry Council, a builder with Habitat for Humanity and many other local youth charities.
Email: mnelson@crestins.com
Phone: 520.784.7636
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/mattrnelson2

CAW E15: Todd Sadow – Epic Rides

May 30, 2021 by angishields

Tucson Business Radio

CAW E15: Todd Sadow - Epic Rides

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About Todd Sadow

Born and raised in Texas, Todd Sadow has long been interested in competitive cycling, racing road cycles before moving to Tucson for college and shifting his focus to the growing sport of mountain biking.  Early on, however, he did what many enthusiasts find themselves forced to do – keep their hobby firmly into the “hobby” column and head out to work each morning.

For Todd, work was a rising career in the world of retail real estate development and management company who built and managed mall properties across the United States.  Unlike most, however, Todd made the leap so many dream of: leaving the corporate world to fill a void he saw in the cycling community and pursuing his dream by building a career in the cycling industry hosting signature mountain biking events across the country.

Since that fateful day, his company – Epic Rides – has grown to one of the most recognizable names in the field, hosting events in Arizona, Nevada, Arkansas and Colorado which include its signature 24 Hours in the Old Pueblo race – the longest-running American event of its type – based right here in Tucson.

About Epic Rides

From humble beginnings, the passion project now known as Epic Rides has grown to become one of the most recognizable names in mountain bike events, starting with the organization’s first Tour of the White Mountains and now preparing to host events in Arizona, Nevada, Colorado and Arkansas.  The organization is perhaps best known for its iconic 24 Hours in the Old Pueblo event, the longest running race of its type in the United States, which will be celebrating its 22nd running in 2022.

With participants ranging from Olympic athletes to documentary filmmakers and local weekend warriors, their events are billed as a platform for personal achievement, camaraderie, challenge and life driving motivation (and satisfaction). Maybe even more notably, they are designed solely to deliver happiness to all involved while spreading the gospel of mountain biking.

Epic Rides Contact/Social Media:

Website URL: www.epicrides.com

LinkedIn URL: https://www.linkedin.com/in/todd-sadow-8058997

Twitter URL: https://twitter.com/#!/EpicRides

Facebook Page URL: https://www.facebook.com/epicrides

Instagram: https://instagram.com/epicrides#

Host

CTWJ E25: Grace Stockdale & Raechel Larsen

May 30, 2021 by angishields

Tucson Business Radio

CTWJ E25: Grace Stockdale & Raechel Larsen

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Grace Stocksdale Owner

Of More Than a Bed

Born and raised in Ohio, moved to Tucson in ’62- ‘69, attended UofA majoring in education, moved to NY City in ’69 where I was employed with British Airways, and then moved into Wall Street recruiting. 

Returned to Tucson in 2007 to care for my 87-year-old mother who just turned 101.

Became aware of the foster care crises while heading up a group of volunteers at my church. Started talking to the foster families at my church to try and find a way to help in some way. 

I and 2 families began discussions and More Than a Bed was conceived.  After 1.5 years, the time needed to build MTaB became too much for the foster families who had 4-10 children each.  Through continuous conversations with the families and teens in foster care, my knowledge and education grew. I began talking to various DCS caseworkers to try and understand the procedures. 

I did not personally experience being a foster parent, nor did I plan this journey that I am currently on. The stories and experiences of the children broke and continues to break my heart. When I look into these children’s beautiful faces, I want to make sure that they are finally valued and safe and can see a future.            

The first 3 years we worked out of 9 storage units located at Ina and I-10.  Then someone heard us on a radio show similar to this telling the audience that we needed a building so that we could offer much more to our foster families.

Six months later, we moved into our current warehouse which was donated and built by an anonymous donor especially for More Than a Bed to serve the children.  We have now been in the warehouse almost 4 years and are bursting at the seams.

Website: http://morethanabed.org/

Address: 3637 North 1st Avenue, Tucson, Arizona 85705

Phones: (520) 428-5280

Direct Phone:  917-612-1915 

Email: grace@morethanabed.org

Raechel Larsen Marketing Director

Of More Than a Bed

I was born and raised in southern California.

My neighbors fostered kids throughout my whole time in California. Then I moved to Flagstaff, AZ to attend NAU where I

earned a BA in business administration and management for nonprofits.

Volunteered at the local animal shelter and then was hired on to create a foster program and to become the foster coordinator where I created a successful program. Later moved to Tucson, got married and became the foster coordinator at the Humane Society of Southern Arizona.

In 2018, I was involved in a car accident which left me unable to do my current job at the animal shelter. 

A few months later I started my own business helping entrepreneurs find and create their brand, then designing a website that resonated with that brand, now known as Modern Bay Designs.

Once I was healed, I was able to fulfil my dream of being a foster parent. My husband Shane and I became licensed in 2019 and received first placement a few days later. I met Grace because I went to MTaB with my first placement! I was so impressed with the warehouse and wanted to give back so I offered my services at a rate that MTaB could afford.

We have now been working together for almost two years now.

Phone: 520-904-0669

Website: www.morethanabed.com

Email: marketing@morethanabed.com

About Your Host

Jaime Overturf
Farmers Agent, Entrepreneur
2555 N Campbell Ave
Tucson, AZ 85719
(520) 293-2900
joverturf@farmersagent.com

As a local Farmers® agent in Tucson, AZ, Jaime Overturf helps customers identify the insurance coverage that best fits their needs. This process is straightforward and personalized to help make them more informed about their insurance options.

Jaime has the knowledge and experience to help customers better understand their coverage options–whether that Jaime has the knowledge and experience to help customers better understand their coverage options–whether that’s auto, home, life, business insurance, and more. You can connect with Jaime on Facebook.

TMB E62: I3Media Solutions – Frankie & Martha

May 29, 2021 by angishields

Tucson Business Radio

TMB E62: I3Media Solutions - Frankie & Martha

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Frankie Lemer, Creative Director | Founder

i3 Media Solutions contact@i3mediasolutions.com

For as long as Frankie can remember, she loved art and computers. Although when it came time for her to decide what to study in college, she was confused since most artists were known as starving artists during their lifetime and she was not excited about sitting at a computer all day unless it involved some kind of creativity. That is when it came to her: she could combine the two and study graphic design and marketing.

Soon after she gained degrees in both as an undergraduate student, Frankie entered the agency world. She worked on large campaigns for national companies through the “if you build it, they will come” era of website design.

Frankie has a soft spot in her heart for small businesses since her father started his own business and she knew that having your own business was not an easy path. That drive she saw in her father gave her the courage to start her own company which is when i3 Media Solutions was born. She set out to help small businesses gain exposure by providing marketing solutions that fit within their budgets.

Martha Chinnock, Client Services Manager

i3 Media Solutions contact@i3mediasolutions.com

Martha was born and raised in Ohio. She studied technical writing at Bowling Green State University. After graduation, she worked as a technical writer, in direct sales, as a church coordinator, in a real estate office, in an insurance office, as a substitute teacher, and as an account manager. Martha loves people, helping others and working in a team environment.

For more than those twenty years, she’s been keeping clients satisfied with excellent customer service across those various fields. Helping businesses find solutions for their digital marketing is truly my passion and she was so lucky to have found i3 Media Solutions!

Organization Website URL: i3mediasolutions.com

LinkedIn URL: linkedin.com/company/i3-media-solutions

Twitter URL: twitter.com/i3mediasolution

Instagram: instagram.com/i3mediasolutionsaz

TMB E61: Brad Anderson CEO & Pres. Vail Chamber

May 29, 2021 by angishields

Tucson Business Radio

TMB E61: Brad Anderson CEO & Pres. Vail Chamber

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About Brad Anderson

I grew up on a family farm in northern Colorado and graduated with a bachelor’s degree from Colorado State University. After graduation, I returned to the farm where I worked in partnership with my father for 10 years.

I was then selected as the Executive Vice President of the Colorado Cattle Feeders Association, a position I held for 15 years. During my tenure, the organization expanded its membership to include dairy and pork producers and became the Colorado Livestock Association.

Wanting to expand my knowledge and take on new challenges, I became a partner in an automobile dealership.

In 2010 I became a financial advisor with Edward Jones and joined the Greater Vail area Chamber of Commerce. Most recently, I purchased a Farmers Insurance Agency, which I have owned for the past 3 years.

In May of 2020, I became the President/CEO of the Vail Chamber.

I see numerous opportunities and challenges the community has ahead of it as it continues to grow at a dramatic rate.

As an advocate for business growth, I hope to help guide the Chamber to play a key role in influencing Vail’s future to enhance growth opportunities and advanced economic development in the Greater Vail area.

Greater Vail Area Chamber of Commerce, 13105 E Colossal Cave Rd

City: Vail.
Email: brad@greatervailchamber.com
Phones: (520) 264-8245

Don Conklin and Brad Arnow with Pinnacle Custom Signs

May 28, 2021 by angishields

Atlanta Business Radio

Don Conklin and Brad Arnow with Pinnacle Custom Signs

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Don Conklin and his wife Theresa are the proud owners of Pinnacle Custom Signs, a full service commercial sign company located in Buford Georgia. The company was started 10 years ago in 2011.

Prior to opening the business Don spent 25 years in the Telecom industry, mostly with Bellsouth. He has extensive experience in managing large and small operations both Domestically and Internationally. He and Theresa have 4 wonderful sons and soon to have their seventh grandchild. They reside in Flowery Branch, Georgia.

Brad Arnow has been with Pinnacle Custom Signs for just short of one year. He came to Pinnacle Custom Signs as a former customer for a national client of Pinnacle Custom Signs, C2 Education, where he was the National Construction and Facilities Manager.

Brad has extensive prior experience in retail and restaurant ownership. He proudly attended Clemson University. He lives in Flowery Branch, GA and has 3 children ranging from 10 to 24 years, which keeps him very busy when he is not working. He enjoys spending time with his kids, attending car races and shows, and cooking.

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Having worked with Fortune 500 companies, small businesses, and educational institutions, Paul brings a diverse wealth of knowledge, perspective, and skills to the small business community.

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Telisha performed cost analysis for businesses in her former role as an underwriter and a branch manager. She has also managed outreach initiatives and negotiated corporate partnerships; developed curriculum, and led multiple process improvement and best practice initiatives. Her expertise dwells in analyzing and evaluating the efficiency and effectiveness of program operations to ensure that strategies can be successfully executed.

Telisha has used her people skills to build community involvement and awareness by participating in various community outreach events and professionally moderating conferences.

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Natasha Davis with Impact Branding Consulting

May 28, 2021 by angishields

Atlanta Business Radio

Natasha Davis with Impact Branding Consulting

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Natasha Davis is a Branding Strategist and Corporate Trainer. As a certified expert in email & social media marketing, branding, speaker, and trainer, she thrives on fixing problems and eliminating frustrations for companies and their executives.

Over the past 15 years, Natasha has worked with several companies, government agencies, and small business owners to assist them in enhancing their brand equity, brand loyalty, customer satisfaction and marketing strategy through the power of impactful branding.

Her clients affectionately refer to her as “The Chief Visionary” because of her ability to quickly identify issues, find solutions, get results and improve outcomes. Through the application of her Brand First Principle and Proactive Pivot Strategy client’s experience on average 30% increases in cash flow and profit margins.

Connect with Natasha on LinkedIn and follow Impact Branding on Facebook and YouTube.

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BRX Pro Tip: How to Build Your Dream List

May 28, 2021 by angishields

Linda Adams with Exceptional Consulting Services

May 28, 2021 by angishields

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Bay Area Business Radio

Linda Adams with Exceptional Consulting Services

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Linda Adams was born and raised in Detroit, Michigan and moved to California when she was 23 years old as a single mom. The move was extremely tough, but she made it through the struggle. Linda has 2 biological daughters and 4 children she took out the foster care system.

Linda taught herself how to do everything she needed, because she couldn’t afford to pay anyone. That ultimately would be a financial benefit, because others needed the same thing. She then started creating multiple streams of income. That was the start of Exceptional Consulting Services.

Linda’s goal is to help others not have to struggle like she did, especially single parents! Her services go from helping with building finances to starting a business. She recently added insurance to her portfolio.

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