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Changing the World One Conversation at a Time E13

October 20, 2020 by Karen

Phoenix Business Radio

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Our featured guests on this episode of Collaborative Connections Radio Show and Podcast were fascinating, inspiring, and gave us chills the entire show while listening to all they do for society.

Host, Kelly Lorenzen, CEO of KLM Consulting, was joined on air by Kenyatta Turner, founder of Freedom Empire Consulting, Karianne Munstedt, photographer, speaker and coach with Karianne Mundstedt, and Kimberly Fogg, Founder/CEO of Global Sustainable Partnerships (GSP).

Behavioral superpowers, bullying, clean drinking water initiatives, mindset, perfectionism, social impact, and everything in between was covered in this episode of Collaborative Connections Radio Show and Podcast.

For guaranteed goosebumps, listen to this impactful and inspiring conversation between 4 women entrepreneurs. Find out how they are changing the world!

Every human deserves an opportunity to enjoy the freedom to live the most genuine and joyous life. Freedom to build empires by seeking peace and prosperity, to express our true desires and gratitude, to contribute and create, without apologies, without judgment.

This is Freedom Empire Consulting, LLC where they 🦸🏾‍♀️Coach 🗣Influence ⚖️Protect.

They help our clients build and shield their own #FreedomEmpire so that they can live an optimized life, full of purpose, authenticity, and freedom! They decode human behavior using scientifically validated resources and coaching.

Kenyatta Turner, MM is a Behavioral SuperPowers Coach, Public Speaker, Motivational Educator, and is an Accredited Business DNA Consultant through DNA Behavior.

She’s the founder of Freedom Empire Consulting, LLC, where they Coach, Influence, and Protect, helping clients to She helps her clients to build and shield their own Freedom Empires.

Her offerings include individual and group coaching, mastermind programs, leadership training, and communication development for families and organizations.
Kenyatta is also the Chief Behavioral SuperPowers Consultant for DreamSmart Academy, LLC, and serves on the National Advisory Council for DreamSmart, Inc (501c3).

Her Behavioral SuperPowers = Influencer. And her Communications SuperPower = Lifestyle.

With 25+ years of higher education leadership, she obtained a Master’s degree in Management and a BS degree in Computer Information Systems. Kenyatta is a creative, analytical thinker with an unshakeable commitment to helping people flourish throughout their personal, professional, or educational journeys.

As a Business Solutions Specialist for LegalShield, Kenyatta protects families and small business owners by providing access to quality, affordable legal, and identity theft services.

Kenyatta is also an avid volunteer and advocate for social justice and empowering women, regularly dedicating her time and resources to many non-profit organizations of her choice! Finally, she’s an avid reader, a vocalist, a bass player, and has a beloved Rottweiler named Stella!

Connect with Kenya on LinkedIn and follow Freedom Empire Consulting on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

Karianne Munstedt is an award-winning portrait photographer, speaker, coach and author. She is an artist and nurturer, fiercely motivated by using her talents to make women feel confident, empowered, and whole.

Karianne is no stranger to perfectionism. As a child, growing up with an abusive role model left her filled with fear; she countered this by attempting to be perfect, but never took the time to understand who she was.

She continued down a path of perfection that led her to a marriage, a job, and other endeavors that weren’t right for her. Karianne started a journey to get to know herself in her 30s. On her spiritual journey, she connected back to the thing that brought her joy as a child… photography. She discovered an innate talent to capture a person’s true inner beauty – the real person inside.

From her years as a portrait photographer working with hundreds of women, Karianne also saw that perfectionism was the reason why most women shy away from the camera. She invites women into her photography studio to feel loved, cherished, and accepted, and to show them that they are beautiful and deserve to exist in photos just as they are.

In addition to photography, Karianne also speaks to and coaches women across the world about how to shift their negative perfectionist thoughts in order to live their fullest, most extraordinary lives.

Personally, Karianne is a wife, mommy to a toddler son, stepmother to a teenage daughter, and doggy momma.

Connect with Karianne on LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram.

GSP provides access to clean and safe drinking water, using innovative technology/teaches health, hygiene and sanitation (WASH) to children/families in Africa.

WPEC is GSP’s Global Initiative to change the paradigm shift of development/work w/investors to look at women entrepreneurs through a “new lens” as it relates to the value of investing in women/women owned businesses who have longevity in the local, national and global markets and who utilize social impact in their entrepreneurial efforts to drive global sustainable development that works.

Kimberly Fogg is a social entrepreneur/impact leader who is an “Engager” and brings over twenty-five years of public-private sector experience resulting in specialized knowledge of cultivating/implementing partnerships, international field/country development, understanding cultural nuances to navigate partnerships, program.

She is the founder of Global Sustainable Partnerships (GSP), a non-profit organization that works globally with our partners to provide a pre-packaged bundle of innovative technological services (e.g. access to clean and safe drinking water, phones, internet and power) and by developing infrastructure that enable communities to grow and creates jobs.

She Founded the Women’s Program Engagement Council (WPEC), a GSP Global Initiative to champion diversity in Black women-led entrepreneurship. She believes the under representation of black women in corporate/international leadership is not simply a challenge to overcome — it’s a call to action. Hence, Titans Tank was born.

She is the Visionary and creator of the Harriet Tubman Legacy Coin (HTLC). A fundraising tool for GSP.

Connect with Kimberly on LinkedIn and follow GSP on Twitter and Facebook.

About the Show

Kelly Lorenzen started the “Collaborative Connections” show to bring her clients and favorite charities together to meet each other, connect and collaborate in life and business. She hopes to build a stronger community one show at a time.

About Our Sponsor

KLM Consulting is a business concierge and project management firm. They help small business owners and non-profits build, brand and brag about their businesses.

About Your Host

Kelly Lorenzen, CEO of KLM Consulting, is an award-winning entrepreneur with over 15 years of business-ownership experience. She is also a certified project management professional.

Kelly’s expertise is in business development, customer service, marketing, and sales.

Connect with Kelly on LinkedIn, and follow KLM Consulting on Facebook.

Zombie Debt E25

October 17, 2020 by Karen

Phoenix Business Radio

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Zombie Debt hosted by Mike and Rochelle Poulton on Phoenix Business RadioX was a lively conversation about the debts that haunt your past and future.

Lawgitimate covered old judgments and second mortgages – we discussed everything including how these debts come to be and how they are allowed to legally linger. We also discussed options for resolution so you can finally put your mind at ease.

Zombie Debt – chases you into the future and gnaws at your mind. Learn more about what it is and how you can put Zombie Debt to rest once and for all. This episode also discussed Timeshare Relief, what lawyers do, why business coaches are helpful, and upcoming Halloween trends.

About Your Lawgitimate Hosts

Rochelle Poulton is an attorney and owner of X Firm LLC. Rochelle has been helping people with Credit and Debt issues since 2012, owns several small businesses, and has nearly 20 years of real estate experience.

Rochelle created Lawgitimate to bring in a network of awesome people to raise awareness and educate people about the litany of legal issues she faces everyday at X Firm LLC.

Connect with Rochelle on Linkedin, Facebook and Instagram.

Mike Poulton, with Poulton & Noroian, draws on his knowledge and experience in other fields to serve his clients. As an experienced science researcher, Mike understands technical issues that many other attorneys cannot, and applies that knowledge for his clients’ benefit. His construction management experience also provides him with a broad knowledge base not only in construction law, but also in regulatory compliance, worker safety, and negotiation.

Michael is licensed to practice law in Arizona and is admitted to practice before the U.S. Federal District Courts in Arizona.

Connect with Mike on LinkedIn.

About X Firm PLLC

We help clients improve their financial lives through strategic financial transaction planning. Whether you want to buy a car, a home, or a building, X Firm can help you reach your goals in 3 easy steps.

We are small but mighty and love helping people get back on track financially. Learn more about us at XFirmLaw.com.

Sukki Jahnke with Tempe Chamber of Commerce E14

October 16, 2020 by Karen

Phoenix Business Radio

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Living a life of service and doing purposeful work are both really important to a lot of us! It’s how many of us choose what career we will pursue, what volunteer work we do and/or what organizations we align ourselves with.

Those values are certainly true for our recent guest, Sukki Jahnke, VP of Marketing and Programs for the Tempe Chamber of Commerce.

MAC6 Community Connection Radio Show and podcast hosts, Jennifer Burwell and Kyle McIntosh, had a great time on-air with Sukki discussing all things life, business and Tempe Chamber.

If you are a business professional in the Phoenix Metro area, Tempe resident, or MAC6 community member, this episode is worth the listen. It is chock-full of valuable information about mentorship, volunteer opportunities, networking, and more.

Through our work with the community, state and federal government, the Tempe Chamber of Commerce is committed to fostering a vibrant business community through advocacy, connection, and visibility on behalf of our more than 650 members.

Into her fourth year at the Tempe Chamber, Sukki Jahnke’s role is to oversee the marketing, communications and programs at the Chamber. She facilitates the Business Owners Forum, Military Affairs Committee, Women in Business Council, Sustainability Committee and just recently started assisting with the Tempe Leadership Council.

Prior to the Chamber of Commerce, Sukki spent 16 years working in the corporate arena as a marketing and event professional. In her spare time, she has always served non-profits through board service and volunteering, including 4 years on the Arizona Sunbelt Chapter of Meeting Professionals International, 2 years of committee service in the Arizona chapter of HSMAI.

While in Ohio, she served the board of the Lake County Historical Society and a brief term on the City of Mentor Planning Commission.

Originally from Northeast Ohio, Sukki has two sons. Leo (29) is a professional sound engineer and musician, and Addison (26) is a degreed pastry chef currently working as Sous Chef and Executive Pastry chef at Pesto’s in Chandler.

Follow the Tempe Chamber on LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

ABOUT YOUR MAC6 COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS CO-HOSTS

With a background in marketing, in various for profit and not for profit companies, Kyle McIntosh wondered, “How can I pair the passion and commitment to community progress of a non-profit with the sustainability and reach of a for profit company?” From this question and perspective a mission evolved to tear down the false distinction between the two sectors and to promote companies with Conscious Capitalism® business models through MAC6.

Kyle is the President and Creative Excitant of MAC6. Day to day, his main operational role is on the “spaces” side of the business, focusing on creating thriving communities in the commercial office buildings, the co-working space, and the co-manufacturing space. The other role that he plays is that of EOS implementer, working with clients to bring the Entrepreneurial Operating System, from the book Traction® to their businesses. Additionally, he sits on the boards of Conscious Capitalism Arizona, telling the stories of good businesses in Arizona, and The Tempe Chamber of Commerce, sustaining Tempe’s quality of life and keeping our community and economy vibrant.

Kyle loves Arizona and wants to see us all collectively find great success based on the awesome things that are happening here every day.

Follow MAC6 on Facebook and Twitter.

Jennifer Burwell, joined MAC6 in 2013. Jennifer is their VP and Director of Programs. She uses her experience in real estate, team development and management to seamlessly integrate each of the MAC6 business units to assure they are all focused on the long-term company vision. She is also a student of human behavior.

As a Certified Professional Behavioral Analyst, she uses her knowledge to facilitate culture-focused leadership programs with organizations of all sizes to integrate the company’s values and create higher-performing teams.

To learn more about MAC6 Communities, call 480-293-4075 or find them on Facebook

ABOUT OUR SPONSOR

MAC⁶ offers flexible spaces and programs to help your team grow, and a community of thriving businesses, just like yours. Advocating Capitalism as a Force for Good, MAC6 is Accelerating the shift to Conscious Capitalism (where Purpose and Profit Unite) through Creativity, Collaboration, Community and Change.

Angels Soar High E1

October 16, 2020 by Karen

Phoenix Business Radio

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It’s a powerful team, critical to our national defense. Learn how members of America’s Guard and Reserve and those who employ them work with ESGR to enhance the workplace and provide a force in readiness.

Arizona-based Angel MedFlight delivers life-saving aid across the nation every day. Learn why so many of their employees are veterans or active members of the Guard and Reserve. What do they bring to the workplace? And why do companies like Angel MedFlight and their employees with military backgrounds value the work of ESGR.

Angel MedFlight Worldwide Air Ambulance Services partners with healthcare providers to safely transport patients from anywhere in the world for the life-changing care they need.

Our in-house patient advocates manage the complete insurance preauthorization process, and our team of flight coordinators are available 24/7 so patients can reach the highest quality of care as soon as possible. Angel MedFlight and their aviation Part 135 partners use a jet fleet of medically-configured aircraft for critical care and smoother, faster travel.

With more than 20 years of IT experience, Paul Green’s technology-infused leadership adds an exciting dimension to his role as Chief Development Officer at Angel MedFlight Worldwide Air Ambulance. His creativity and boundary-pushing initiatives drive patient-centered solutions that result in greater care and service.

Paul started his career in the hospitality field where he focused on streamlining technology to meet and exceed business objectives. His marketing acumen and original campaigns led to national prominence within the hotel chain, allowing him to expand his role, ultimately rising to Chief Information Officer.

Seeking a new challenge, Paul joined Angel MedFlight as CIO in 2014 to strengthen the company’s IT capability in support of its continued growth. With a focus on the patient experience, Paul’s innovative influence is evident in everything from the company’s workflow to its online presence.

In 2018, Paul was named the Chief Development Officer to lead the company’s technology and business development initiatives. In 2019, Paul was named the Arizona Technology Council’s Transformational Leader of the Year at the 2019 Governor’s Celebration of Innovation (GCOI) Awards.

Six months later, the global COVID-19 pandemic forced Angel MedFlight to make an unprecedented pivot. Paul’s bold, proactive response and creative problem-solving drove Angel MedFlight’s successful transition of its entire workforce from the office to home.

In June of 2020, Constellation Research recognized Paul on its 2021 Business Transformation 150, an elite list of executives leading business transformation efforts around the globe.

John Moyer is a veteran of 14 years in the Air Force and now the Army. He is also a certified Flight Registered Nurse with Angel Medflight.

John currently lives in Atlanta, GA.

Follow Angel MedFlight on LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

About Your Co-Hosts

Dan Irving is Arizona State Chair of Employer Support for the Guard and Reserve. During a 38-year career in the Arizona National Guard, he served as the Arizona Air Guard’s Command Chief Master Sergeant and the senior enlisted advisor to the Arizona Adjutant General.

Today, Dan owns and operates Irving Management Solutions, a consulting company specializing in aviation Part 145 FAA repair stations.

Mike Phillips is the public affairs director for Arizona ESGR. He is a Marine Corps veteran who spent a career in journalism and municipal communications.

Mike is a freelance writer and co-founder of the Arizona Baseball Legacy and Experience, an organization that celebrates the state’s rich baseball history.

About ESGR

Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve is a Department of Defense agency run almost entirely by volunteers. Its mission is to support Citizen Soldiers and those who employ them. It seeks to promote a culture in which all American employers support and value the military service of their employees.

About the “We All Serve” Podcast Series

Members of the National Guard and Reserve are making a difference every day near home and around the world. The ESGR podcasts celebrate that service and the employers who support our “Citizen Soldiers” and their vital contribution to our national defense.

Roxy Helman and Ashley Ellixson with United Dairymen of Arizona

October 16, 2020 by Karen

Phoenix Business Radio

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As Communications Manager for United Dairymen of Arizona, Roxy Helman proudly shares the meaningful stories behind UDA’s local farm families.

Her efforts connect farmers with the hardworking onsite manufacturing plant employees and the community for who they provide nutritious dairy products.

Ashley Ellixson is the Executive Vice President of Legal and Risk Management at United Dairymen of Arizona. Ashley was born and raised on a dairy in Gilbert, Arizona.

After completing a B.S. in Business Finance at Arizona State University, she attended Texas Tech University School of Law where she received a J.D. with a certificate of Science, Engineering, and Technology Law before moving on to receive an LL.M. in Agricultural and Food Law from University of Arkansas School of Law.

As well as being the Executive Vice President of Legal and Risk Management, Ashley oversees UDA’s Human Resources and Safety Departments.

Additionally, she is responsible for government relations (working closely with state and national lobbyists and industry groups), all legal issues that may arise (may it be lease agreements, joint venture opportunities, food safety concerns-FSMA or milk supply contracts), as well as the coops sustainability efforts.

Follow UDA on LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

Exploring Career Paths to Advanced Manufacturing Jobs E7

October 15, 2020 by Karen

Phoenix Business Radio

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Arizona has a lot to offer the future workforce and in this episode our guests, Linda and Toms discuss the role of mentors and CSO Valentina explains the powerful impact of exposure to opportunities in STEM early on in the educational journey.

Host Kelly Greene highlights the importance of tinkering and trying a variety of options before feeling compelled to decide the future, especially as middle school and high school students deal with the current situation.

Listen in on this episode and be inspired to try precision manufacturing, no matter your age or current work situation! Arizona has options for new careers waiting for you.

Westwood High School is in Northwest Mesa and serves over 3700 Mesa Public School students with a wide array of college preparatory and career and technical courses.
Mesa Public Schools offers 25 different career pathways with an option for almost any student including 13 at Westwood High School.

The Advanced Manufacturing and Engineering Lab at Westwood features state of the art equipment where students can learn everything from basic design to CNC programming and operation on HAAS industrial machines. We offer an integrated pathway for students interested in college and career opportunities in Engineering, Precision Manufacturing and Robotics.

Tom Saxon has been teaching Engineering, Advanced Manufacturing and Robotics at Westwood High School for the past 5 years. He is a native of Minnesota and an engineering graduate from South Dakota State University where he earned a commission in the United States Air Force.

After 22 years of flying fighters across the world he retired as the commander of the Boeing T-38C flight test program at Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport. He transitioned to a 9 year stint leading engineering, manufacturing and operations for an electrical contractor and manufacturer here in the valley prior to entering teaching.

Tom has enjoyed mentoring for FIRST Robotics since 2007 and currently coaches Westwood’s extra curricular robotics and engineering team 2478.

The A2Z Manufacturing Magazines launched in 1994 for precision manufacturing professionals in AZ, NV and NM. Purchased by Linda Daly in 2005, the magazine was replicated for 2 new regions: the West Coast, and the Rocky Mountain states.

The magazines publish relevant news for the region and include a few feature articles on small manufacturers. In total, more than 29,000 readers receive the publications each 2 months.

Linda Daly worked for a number of tech companies, including AT&T, BellCore, Motorola and Intel in marketing and sales roles.

In 2005, Linda left corporate business when she purchased the A2Z Manufacturing magazine. Over the past 15 years, the magazine grew to 3 separate publications in 3 distinct regions, but remains focused on precision manufacturing in our USA.

Linda has held various board positions including the Arizona Manufacturing Extension Partnership, Arizona Tooling & Machining Association. She has a degree in Mathematics and a Masters in Business (MBA).

Connect with Linda on LinkedIn and follow A2Z Manufacturing Magazines on Facebook.

About Our Sponsor

SciTech Institute™ was established as the Arizona Technology Council Foundation as the conduit for collaboration among STEM industry, academia, civic, and non-profit organizations in Arizona. Now, rebranded and named the SciTech Institute™ the goal centers around aligning assets and resources to motivate individuals to pursue STEM-related educational and career paths or find a passion while engaged in community events during the SciTech Festival.

The Chief Science Officer program highlights the 6th-12th graders that have been selected as leaders in their schools and communities to receive training to build a world-class community of diverse STEM-literate workers and knowledgeable, engaged citizens. Science For All allows for tax credit donations to provide engaging experiences for students while RAIN (Rural Activation Innovation Network) focuses on resources for the rural areas of Arizona.

As a STEM Learning Ecosystem, SciTech Institute™ focuses on collaboration and connecting individuals with opportunities! STEM Professionals are encouraged to engage with the future workforce by serving as a mentor, leadership coach, panelist, keynote and session trainer during a variety of conferences hosted or sponsored by SciTech Institute™ and The Arizona Technology Council.

Teachers and Administrators are invited to connect with the resources available while activating a large network of STEM champions for student projects, judges at events, volunteers, exhibitors and more. SciTech Festival Event Coordinators are supported during the planning and execution of community STEM events around the state by the SciTech STREET Team Members and the growing network of volunteers. The possibilities are endless! SciTech Institute™ looks forward to connecting with you today. Visit SciTechInstitute.org today for more information.

Follow SciTech Institute on LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

About Your STEM Unplugged Host

After graduating from Bolivar-Richburg High School in rural western New York and joining the United States Army, Kelly Greene learned quickly to adapt to her surroundings to be successful. She attended Wittenberg University in Springfield, Ohio and played shortstop on the Tiger softball team while earning her Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education.

After graduating from Basic Training and Advanced Individual Training, she traveled the world with the military. While stationed in Misawa, Japan, Kelly fell in love with learning about cultures around the world. Even as a deployed Soldier during Operation Iraqi Freedom for two tours, she found opportunities to connect with the local children to form the Victory Base Council Girl Scouts with her fellow servicemen.

In 2013, she was deployed to Afghanistan in support of Operation Enduring Freedom and traveled the country by air and had the opportunity to utilize the most advanced technologies available to the tactical HUMINT operations in theater. Upon return from combat, she retired with 21 years of service and began teaching 6th grade Math.

After being selected as a Westside Impact Teacher of the Year and having her Fiesta Bowl Charities Wish Granted for a morning news studio, she was asked to begin a new class on campus – 7th grade STEM! Using her enthusiastic nature and combined with her strong classroom management she was able to design curriculum based on the Engineering Design Process to have her 7th graders complete a new project every 2 weeks!

She is excited to serve as the Director of Student Success for the rapidly expanding Chief Science Officers Program. Her goal is to push students just a bit outside of their comfort zone so they can see for themselves the power of their own ideas.

Valentina Lopez is a 3rd year Chief Science Officer currently attending Basis Goodyear.

She is passionate about STEM, as well as advocating for her peers and positively impacting her community.

Protecting Your Estate E24

October 15, 2020 by Karen

Phoenix Business Radio

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An estate plan for business owners is an advantage, a tool, that should be used to protect your legacy and estate. It’s necessary to be proactive and have these important conversations with our families, because we never know we’ll need it. Inspired by his own personal experiences, Scott created Yourefolio’s unique software to streamline the process from start to finish. It’s objective is to help preserve harmony and provide certainty when that times comes.

When creating your estate plan, Scott revisits the theme that, “if I knew then what I know now,” which is why it’s important to have a plan in place and to keep it updated. Yourefolio’s comprehensive software turns the uncomfortable realization of estate planning into a better experience, and one that we are more willing to fulfill.

Yourefolio is the leader in estate and legacy planning software for professionals. Yourefolio streamlines processes when planning beyond a persons lifetime provides better planning and understanding. No one knows when your time will come but the Yourefolio platform will provide a level of certainty to people knowing their loved ones can access information and that their estate will pass seemlessly to the next generation.

Scott Huff is an Investment Advisor Representative with River Wealth Management and the CEO of Yourefolio. Scott has been an advisor for over 19 years and has had a variety of roles. Scott served as an Independent Fiduciary for the Department of Labor.

Scott was the Chairman of the Investment Committee for the Ohio Police and Fire Pension fund. After getting a certificate from the Wharton School of Business in Advanced Portfolio Management, Scott recognized a need for better estate planning after the loss of his father.

In 2016, Scott created Yourefolio so professionals could provide a better planning experience for their clients. Today, it has grown to the most comprehensive estate planning softwares on the market. Scott was named in 2019 as one of Wealth Management’s Ten to Watch.

Connect with Scott on LinkedIn and follow Yourefolio on Twitter.

About Your Hosts

Austin Peterson is a Comprehensive Financial Planner and owner of Backbone Financial in Scottsdale, AZ. Austin is a registered rep and investment advisor representative with Lincoln Financial Advisors. Prior to joining Lincoln Financial Advisors, Austin worked in a variety of roles in the financial services industry.

He began his career in financial services in the year 2000 as a personal financial advisor with Independent Capital Management in Santa Ana, CA. Austin then joined Pacific Life Insurance Company as an internal wholesaler for their variable annuity and mutual fund products. After Pacific Life, Austin formed his own financial planning company in Southern California that he built and ran for 6 years and eventually sold when he moved his family to Salt Lake City to pursue his MBA.

After he completed his MBA, Austin joined Crump Life Insurance where he filled a couple of different sales roles and eventually a management role throughout the five years he was with Crump. Most recently before joining Lincoln Financial Advisors in February 2015, Austin spent 2 years as a life insurance field wholesaler with Symetra Life Insurance Company. Austin is a Certified Financial Planner Professional and Chartered Life Underwriter.

Austin and his wife of 21 years, Robin, have two children, AJ (19) and Ella (16) and they reside in Gilbert, Arizona. He is a graduate of California State University, Fullerton with a Bachelor of Arts in French and of Brigham Young University’s Marriott School of Management with a Master of Business Administration with an emphasis in sales and entrepreneurship.

Connect with Austin on LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

Landon Mance is a Financial Planner and founder of YourFuture Planning Partners out of Las Vegas, Nevada. His firm came to life in 2020 after operating as Mance Wealth Management since 2015 when Landon broke off from a major bank and started his own “shop.”

Landon comes from a family of successful entrepreneurs and has a passion and excitement for serving the business community. This passion is what brought about the growth of YourFuture Planning Partners to help business owners and their families. At YourFuture, we believe small business owners’ personal and business goals are intertwined, so we work with our clients to design a financial plan to support all aspects of their lives.

In 2019, Landon obtained the Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA) designation through the Exit Planning Institute. With this certification, YourFuture Planning Partners assists business owners through an ownership transition while focusing on a positive outcome for their employees and meeting the business owner’s goals. Landon is also a member of the Business Intelligence Institute (BII) which is a collaborative group that shares tools, resources and personnel, and offers advanced level training and technical support to specifically serve business owners.

Landon enjoys spending time with his beautiful wife, stepson, and new baby twins. He grew up in sunny San Diego and loves visiting his family, playing a round of golf with friends, and many other outdoor activities. Landon tries make a difference in the lives of children in Las Vegas as a part of the leadership team for a local non-profit. He regularly visits the children that we work with to remind himself of why it’s so important to, “be the change that you wish to see in the world.”

Landon received his B.S. from California State University Long Beach in business marketing and gets the rest of his education through the school of hard knocks via his business owner clients.

Connect with Landon on LinkedIn.

About The Tycoons of Small Biz Sponsor

Whether you’re an established local company, or a brand new start-up, you can count on GBS to be a part of your family.

We’re not just any benefits consulting firm, we’re GBS. We have nearly 30 years of experience in group benefits, a strong sense of purpose and it shows.

Austin Peterson and Landon Mance are registered representatives of Lincoln Financial Advisors Corp. Securities and investment advisory services offered through Lincoln Financial Advisors Corp., a broker/dealer (member SIPC) and registered investment advisor. Insurance offered through Lincoln affiliates and other fine companies. Backbone Financial and Your Future Planning Partners are marketing names for business conducted through Lincoln Financial Advisors Corp. CRN-3283288-101320

Lincoln Financial Advisors Corp. and its representatives do not provide legal or tax advice. You may want to consult a legal or tax advisor regarding any legal or tax information as it relates to your personal circumstances.

The content presented is for informational and educational purposes. The information covered and posted are views and opinions of the guests and not necessarily those of Lincoln Financial Advisors Corp.

Business RadioX® is a separate entity not affiliated with Lincoln Financial Advisors Corp.

169 Million Dollars Can’t Buy You Happiness E10

October 13, 2020 by Karen

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Phoenix Business Radio

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In this episode, Chris Yap featured the Founder of Founders First, Aaron Houghton. Aaron described what prompted him to establish Founders First despite having a $169 million dollar exit with one of his tech companies back in 2012. Aaron articulated how Founders First Community can help entrepreneurs and business leaders optimize themselves as human beings while optimizing the growth of their companies.

This episode will remind all business leaders and business owners that we can be a successful entrepreneur while being happy by being mindful of our emotions, our energy, and our body.

The Founders First System is a one of a kind framework which optimizes the performance of entrepreneurs, rather than the companies they run. Our exclusive training and peer support program transforms entrepreneurs into happy, healthy and successful founders who are strong enough to face the challenges of building great companies that change the world.

Aaron Houghton believes it is possible for entrepreneurs to be healthy and happy while they build great companies that change the world.

Since starting his first business at age 17, he’s built and launched more than eleven tech startups, scaling one from conception to 350 employees and $50M in annual subscription revenue. Aaron sold two companies to private buyers and one to a publicly traded company for $169M before his 30th birthday.

Aaron was selected as an Ernst and Young Entrepreneur of the Year in 2008 and was listed to Inc Magazine’s 30 Under 30 list in 2010. He’s shared his story and his thoughts on personal growth, digital marketing, and startup leadership with hundreds of audiences, including Harvard University, Entrepreneurs Organization, and StartupNation.

Looking back, Aaron can see his success came with the hidden costs of long term stress; including panic attacks, debilitating anxiety, and a cancer diagnosis in 2009. He had a habit, like many of us, of pushing himself to the absolute limit. He was trading sleep to hit deadlines, trading nutrition to save pennies, and enduring chronic stress year after year so he could chase his dreams.

Aaron knew there must be a better way. He spent five years studying how entrepreneurs manage stress, and personally tested techniques for achieving high performance while maintaining mental and physical health. Aaron then created the Founders First System, manifesting two decades of experience and years of research into a simple set of processes, disciplines, and metrics designed to improve the experience of founders and business leaders around the world.

Follow Founders First on LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

About From Zero 2 Revenue

FROM ZERO 2 REVENUE is an avenue for successful entrepreneurs around the world to tell their stories on how they transformed their vision into reality. We’ll learn about their products and services; and, the passion and character behind the leadership of the organization. The show is designed to inspire and encourage struggling and future entrepreneurs to pursue their entrepreneurial dreams.

At the end of each episode, our listeners can expect plenty of takeaways! As the late Stephen Covey said, “All things are created twice – first in the mind, then in reality”.

About Our Host

Chris Yap is a seasoned BPO executive with over 17 years experience in the industry. Chris came to the US in 2005 to actively promote the Philippines, a preferred outsourcing destination of the world. In doing so, Chris was able to help generate over 40,000 jobs in the Philippines for companies like Dell, Covergys and West Teleservices, which are now consolidated with other large BPO companies in the world.

Chris has been happily married to Eizel for over 16 years and is blessed with 3 wonderful boys. In addition to his passion for business, Chris is also very passionate about helping to solve the child poverty problem. He is doing this by partnering with Food For The Poor where his company sponsors the feeding of children ages 5 and below on a monthly basis.

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About Our Sponsor

Gabtech Global is a business process outsourcing company based in Glendale, Arizona with a fulfillment center in Bohol, Philippines.

Gabtech Global specializes in providing affordable outsourced customer support, after hours and overflow call center services, link building and Virtual Assistant Services.

They work with companies making $100,000 a year in revenue to companies making $100,000 a day in revenue.

Orlando Cazarez with Center for the Future of Arizona E14

October 8, 2020 by Karen

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The Center for the Future of Arizona is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization that brings Arizonans together to create a stronger and brighter future for the state. They listen to Arizonans to learn what matters most to them, share trusted data about how Arizona is doing, bring critical issues to public attention, and work with communities and leaders to solve public problems.

They work across the full spectrum of important issue areas and have deep and ongoing work in education, workforce and civic health, recognizing how central these are to a bright and prosperous future for the state of Arizona.

The Arizona We Want is a shared vision of success around what matters most to Arizonans: A world-class education for all, healthy and vibrant communities, rewarding jobs that use all our talents and help our economy thrive, taking care of Arizona’s natural beauty and resources for generations to come, respecting and valuing every individual and championing their success.

Orlando Cazarez is a native of Sinaloa, Mexico and has lived in Arizona since 1988. Orlando is a graduate of Arizona State University WP Carey School of Business with a degree in Computer Information Systems, he also holds a certificate in Energy & Sustainability from ASU and is currently a graduate student at Thunderbird School of Global Management. His past 20 years of professional experience include roles as IBM’s Arizona state & local government client representative, territory sales/trainer at First American Title and prior to joining CFA he held the position of Sr. Director of Business Development at the Arizona Hispanic Chamber of Commerce.

Orlando’s recent active roles in the community include serving on the Xico Latinx & Indigenous Art Inc. board and was also an instructor and mentor for the Young Entrepreneur Academy at Phoenix Community College. He served a 5-year Federal Political Coordinator appointment to Congressman Ruben Gallego’s AZ District 7 on real estate policy. Orlando proudly serves in the ARMY National Guard’s 159th Finance Detachment, and is also a graduate of the Hispanic Leadership Institute.

Orlando, his wife Irma and their 3 children, Ethan, Aden & Eliza live in the South Mountain community of Laveen. They enjoy hiking, cycling, camping, and trips to the beach as a family. Orlando’s creativity is expressed through a personal venture titled @CarverMountainShop featuring functional handmade art pieces upcycled out of recycled materials such as license plates and reclaimed wood.

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Centering purpose at the forefront of business
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Prioritizing sustainability and positive environmental practices
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Arizona Good Business features local business leaders that are redefining what it means to do good business.

About Your Host

Thomas Barr is the Executive Director for Local First Arizona, the largest coalition of local businesses in North America. He advocates for a strong local business community that contributes to building vibrancy, equity, and prosperity across the state. A proud Arizona native and graduate of Arizona State University, Thomas leads the business coalition of Local First Arizona by advocating for the economic and cultural benefits provided by building strong local economies.

Thomas steers the strategic direction of LFA’s major programs and initiatives as well as the engagement of over 3000 businesses across Arizona. As Executive Director, Thomas guides a team of statewide senior directors overseeing the execution of LFA’s communication strategy, major initiatives and key partnerships, as well as the collaboration of over 30 staff implementing work in entrepreneurship programs, small business advocacy, local food initiatives, sustainability, urban development and community building. He frequently speaks to groups locally and nationally, presenting the impact of Local First Arizona and the importance of local economy work in building prosperity.

Outside of Local First Arizona, Thomas has participated in volunteering his time to many causes and organizations throughout the Valley including Young Nonprofit Professionals – Phoenix, Equality Arizona, Alliance of Arizona Nonprofits, Arizona Commission on the Arts, Heritage Square Foundation and Phoenix Legal Action Network. Additionally, Thomas is a 2018 Phoenix Magazine 40 Under 40 honoree, alumni of Arizona Leading for Change, and current participant in Valley Leadership Institute’s 40th cohort.

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Local First AZ

Local First Arizona is a nonprofit organization that celebrates independent, locally owned businesses. We support, promote and advocate for a strong local business community and raise public awareness of the economic and cultural benefits provided by strong local economies. Local businesses contribute to a sustainable economy for Arizona and build vibrant communities we’re all proud to call home.