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Fund Your Business for the Future E46

June 17, 2024 by Karen

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Arizona Good Business

Fund Your Business for the Future E46

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Fund Your Business for the Future E46

In this episode of Arizona Good Business, Jason Lowry, with Local First Arizona, and Melissa Harlan, owner of Drink Me Tea Room in Tempe discuss opportunities for local businesses to access the Green Loan Fund.

Melissa shares her journey becoming a small business owner. Despite the challenges of opening during the COVID-19 pandemic, her tea room has flourished, providing a unique, allergen-friendly tea experience in a modern, Instagram-worthy setting. Jason highlights the challenges small businesses face in accessing capital and the solutions provided by Local First Arizona’s Green Loan Fund and green initiatives.

Drink Me Tea Room is now a green certified company with Local First, which has positively impacted her bottom line and helped her project a savings of 90,000 gallons of water a year!

The episode concludes by encouraging businesses to engage with the Green Business programs at Local First to achieve sustainability goals and enhance their community impact.

Tune in to learn how your business can access low interest financing to invest in sustainable infrastructure for your company, and sustain your business for the future!

Drink Me! Tea Room is an inclusive, sustainable haven for tea enthusiasts. With an emphasis on organic teas, vegan & gluten-free food, and specialty cocktails, they offer a joyful experience to share with your favorite people.

Their organic tea selection is ethically and sustainably sourced. The menu caters to various dietary challenges and allergies, is 100% vegan and gluten-free, all house made and delicious!

Tea-infused cocktails provide a unique twist, blending our delightful tea blends with locally distilled spirits. Sustainability is one of their core values, with eco-friendly packaging, composting and Green Business certification. The tea room fosters inclusivity and celebration, creating a warm, welcoming space for all.

Over her career, Melissa Harlan has worked for some of the top companies known for their customer experience, including Disney, Southwest Airlines and Verizon.

She knows how important attention to detail is in creating an outstanding and unforgettable experience.

Now retired from spreadsheets and head counts, Melissa puts all her detail-focused talent into ensuring guests have an amazingly immersive time at Drink Me! Tea Room.

Follow Drink Me! Tea Room on LinkedIn and Instagram.

For 20 years, Local First Arizona’s mission has been focused on building equitable systems for Arizona’s small businesses, rural, and tribal communities to create a vibrant, inclusive, and sustainable Arizona economy. As North America’s largest coalition of locally owned businesses, we are constantly exploring new ways to support small businesses in reducing their environmental impact and future-proofing their businesses.

Jason Lowry received his master’s in Sustainable Communities from Northern Arizona University. After graduation, he worked as a community organizer for 9 years in Texas and Arizona.

Since joining Local First Arizona in 2022 as the Director of Sustainability Initiatives, Jason has worked to increase the reach and impact of Local First Arizona’s statewide sustainability programs — the Green Business Boot Camp, Green Business Certification, and Green Lending Products, which support businesses and rural communities to save money by adopting sustainable practices.

About Arizona Good Business

What is good business? What are local businesses doing to build a better Arizona?

Join Arizona Good Business to hear from local companies who are:

Centering purpose at the forefront of business
Creating social well-being for the community
Prioritizing sustainability and positive environmental practices
Growing strong company cultures through building authentic teams
Ensuring diversity, equity, and inclusion are involved in all business decisions

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.

Connect with Thomas on LinkedIn and Twitter.

Fresh Start and Big Ideas with Brett Thomas and Steve

December 7, 2020 by Karen

Phoenix Business Radio

Fresh Start and Big Ideas with Brett Thomas and Steve

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Fresh Start and Big Ideas with Brett Thomas and Steve

In 2020, businesses of all shapes and sizes were stretched and pulled in ways we never thought imaginable. On this podcast, we recap the year with a focus on what’s made us stronger and more resilient – with a solid look ahead to 2021.

Join co-hosts Karen Nowicki with Phoenix Business RadioX and Brett Farmiloe with Markitors and their guests, Thomas Barr, Executive Director of Local First Arizona and Steve Zylstra, President and CEO of Arizona Technology Council. Listen in as these incredible leaders speak to how they continue to advocate for your success.

Connect with Thomas on LinkedIn and Twitter.

Steve Zylstra serves as president and CEO of the Arizona Technology Council, a role he assumed in 2007. He is responsible for strategy, operations, finance and policy development. Zylstra is a vocal spokesman for the value technology can provide in raising social and economic standards in Arizona.

Zylstra serves on numerous councils, committees and boards, was named “Leader of the Year, Technology,” by the Arizona Capitol Times, and “Most Admired Leader” by the Phoenix Business Journal. In addition, he was awarded an honorary doctorate of science in technology from the University of Advancing Technology in Tempe, Ariz.

Zylstra earned a bachelor’s degree in automotive engineering technology from Western Michigan University.

Our Special Guest Host

Brett Farmiloe is the Founder & CEO of Markitors, an SEO company for small businesses. He is a frequent contributor to Forbes, Business Journal, and more outlets on the topics of marketing, careers, and entrepreneurship.

He is also the Founder of Terkel, a knowledge platform the creates community-driven content featuring expert insights.

Connect with Brett on LinkedIn and follow Markitors on Twitter.

Surviving COVID19 as a Business Owner with Local First Arizona Tempe Chamber and Better Business Bureau

March 29, 2020 by Karen

Phoenix Business Radio

Surviving COVID19 as a Business Owner with Local First Arizona Tempe Chamber and Better Business Bureau

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Surviving COVID19 as a Business Owner with Local First Arizona Tempe Chamber and Better Business Bureau

While these are unprecedented and uncertain times, we have professional organizations advocating for your business and success. Listen in as host, Karen Nowicki, connects with Thomas Barr with Local First Arizona, Anne Gill with The Tempe Chamber of Commerce, and Kimberly Roland with the Better Business Bureau Serving the Pacific Southwest, as they share their tips, resources, support and a few inspiring stories from local business owners.

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.

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 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.

Connect with Thomas on LinkedIn and Twitter.

Kimberly Roland is the Director of Entrepreneur Programs for Better Business Bureau serving the Pacific Southwest (BBB).

She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Humanistic Studies from Saint Mary’s College, Notre Dame and her Master of Arts in Social Justice and Human Rights with a Certificate in Nonprofit Leadership Management from Arizona State University.

Kimberly is responsible for the design and implementation of entrepreneur programming at BBB, including the development of new services for both accredited businesses and small business startups. She recently directed the buildout and launch of ignite sparked by BBB, a community coworking and collaboration space in Central Phoenix.

Prior to joining the BBB, she served as the Manager of Partner Relations in Entrepreneurship + Innovation at ASU where she managed programs and external partnerships in the greater business and startup community. Kimberly also serves on the Greater Phoenix Chamber Valley Young Professional Board of Directors and Phoenix Suns Charities 88 Board in addition to being the City Organizer for the House of Genius Phoenix Chapter.

She is a native Arizonan with a passion for serving and supporting local businesses.

Anne Gill, President and CEO of the Tempe Chamber of Commerce, is a highly-regarded, community and business advocate with visionary executive leadership and a purposeful approach to delivering results. She has a passion for making a difference through collaboration and influence to achieve creative yet attainable impact.

Anne has a demonstrated expertise in financial management, strategic planning, inspiring and empowering teams, business advocacy, economic development, communication and media relations and event partnerships.

She has effective organizational skills, proactive stakeholder involvement, and independent decision making resulting in development and program expansion.

Connect with Anne on LinkedIn.

More Resources:

Local First is Committed to Arizona Businesses

Coronavirus Resources for Business

BBB tips on COVID-19 (coronavirus)

Andrew Kolikoff with Kolikoff and Company and Ian Wist with Wist Office Products E4

June 3, 2019 by Karen

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Phoenix Business Radio

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Kolikoff and Company is a business growth and development consulting firm that has a passion for serving people. We have a passion for growth – of both people and businesses.

We have a passion for making it rain, so you can enjoy more happiness, fulfillment and prosperity in your life, while you too are in service to others. The most important thing to know about Kolikoff is that our focus is on YOU.

Andrew Kolikoff, Owner of Kolikoff and Company, is a former chief science officer, 3-time successful business owner (once landing him on the front page of USA Today), author, adjunct professor, coach and consultant now helping lead the charge in one of Arizona’s fastest growing tech companies.

Andrew has mentored over 500 business owners and professionals.

Connect with Andrew on LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter.

As a charter member of Local First Arizona, Wist Office Products has since 2003 helped to promote, strengthen and support local business. The Wist family has owned and operated Wist Office Products for 58 years. The average life span of a family-owned business is 24 years.

Ian Wist’s grandfather, Martin Wist, entered the office supply industry in 1921 with PBSW Supply and Equipment. Wist Office Products has been a yearly Alfred P. Sloan Award winner for workplace flexibility since 2008.

Ian Wist is an experienced General Manager with a demonstrated history of working in the business supplies and equipment industry.

Skilled in Negotiation, Customer Service, Sales, Strategic Planning, and Business Development, Ian is a strong entrepreneurship professional with a Bachelor of Science, Marketing focused in Business Marketing from Arizona State University.

Connect with Ian on LinkedIn.

About Arizona Good Business Radio

What is good business? What are local businesses doing to build a better Arizona?

Join Arizona Good Business Radio to hear from local companies who are:

Centering purpose at the forefront of business
Creating social well-being for the community
Prioritizing sustainability and positive environmental practices
Growing strong company cultures through building authentic teams
Ensuring diversity, equity, and inclusion are involved in all business decisions

Arizona Good Business Radio 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.

Connect with Thomas on LinkedIn and Twitter.

Local First AZ

Matthew Clyde and Joel Eberhart with Ideas Collide E1

May 1, 2019 by Karen

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Phoenix Business Radio

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Ideas Collide (est. 2005) is a strategic marketing communications firm that develops custom marketing solutions that drive action and results. Focused on delivering innovation with business and data intelligence has established Ideas Collide as a highly-sought out and unique strategic marketing partner. Bring your business challenge to the table and the IC team will invent and integrate marketing solutions to meet the challenge with impact. The team is comprised of a strong, diverse group of marketing and design professionals that operate with business acumen, an absence of ego and a collaborative, growth mindset.

Over his diverse career Matthew Clyde has worked in Fortune 500 organizations, small start-ups and New York agencies. He worked for Franklin Covey in their Marketing Innovation group taking the 7-Habits of Highly-Successful People and First Things First training to organizations like Starbucks, Ritz-Carlton and PetCo. His entrepreneurial ambition led him to create many of the first online training programs and launch some of the first websites in the travel industry.

In 2005, Matthew launched his own firm, Ideas Collide, with offices in Phoenix and Portland. Ideas Collide serves clients worldwide including international brands in hospitality, technology, consumer goods, health care and education. Matthew’s passion for life is demonstrated in his extensive travels, dedicated community involvement, and generous care to his family and friends. Matthew currently serves on the executive committee for the Greater Phoenix Chamber and on the Hospitality Sales & Marketing Association International (HSMAI) Foundation Board.

Joel Eberhart is the Vice President of Marketing and Community Development at Ideas Collide with experience in digital marketing, advertising, social media and marketing strategy. He has been with Ideas Collide since 2010 and focuses on creating long-lasting and strong ties with community organizations along with developing marketing plans, proposals and content strategies for a variety of clients.

Joel is proud to be a 4th generation Arizona native and works closely with Arizona businesses, non-profits and other organizations in building relationships between the agency and the local community working with important organizations like the Greater Phoenix Chamber of Commerce, Phoenix Children’s Hospital Foundation, Heritage Square and Local First Arizona. Along with the responsibility of community development, Joel represents Ideas Collide at numerous conventions, conferences and leadership forums across the United States.

Joel is an avid reader and film buff, with a perfect record over nearly a decade of lunchtime Trivial Pursuit. Prior to Ideas Collide, Joel worked for a Public Relations Firm where he led media relations for the internationally renowned Project Artemis program and client Thunderbird School of Global Management.

Follow Ideas Collide on LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

About Arizona Good Business Radio

What is good business? What are local businesses doing to build a better Arizona?
Join Arizona Good Business Radio to hear from local companies who are:

Centering purpose at the forefront of business
Creating social well-being for the community
Prioritizing sustainability and positive environmental practices
Growing strong company cultures through building authentic teams
Ensuring diversity, equity, and inclusion are involved in all business decisions

Arizona Good Business Radio 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.

Connect with Thomas on LinkedIn and Twitter.

Local First AZ

TALES FAILS AND ALES Local First Arizona with Thomas Barr and U and Improved with Jodi Low

February 28, 2019 by Karen

Phoenix Business Radio

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Join Jennifer Burwell and Kyle McIntosh for the monthly rendition of Tales, Fails, & Ales . . . where we drink ales and tell tales about fails. We represent MAC6, a company dedicated to the success of entrepreneurs and sharing their stories. Our hope is by forcing these leaders to share their biggest fuck ups, that we can realize our greatness is always just on the other side of adversity. Tune in monthly and enjoy hearing from the latest fuck ups, and be inspired by their tenacity to push through and make it happen.

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 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.

Connect with Thomas on LinkedIn and Twitter.

U & Improved provides innovative, sustainable leadership development training to individuals and companies committed to growth. We give our clients the tools to improve collaboration and communication in a way that results in loyalty, trust and a culture of coaction.

Jodi Low is an accomplished corporate trainer, inspirational speaker, and the Founder and CEO of U & Improved. Jodi has trained thousands of entrepreneurs and executives on how to build a booming business, master a mindset for success, and achieve the lifestyle they desire through heart-fueled leadership.

Through U & Improved—an award-winning personal and professional leadership development company based in Scottsdale—Jodi has redefined traditional leadership training by creating a sustainable and actionable model that is personal, challenging and meaningful to each and every individual who enrolls in any of the two-and-a-half-day experiential training classes. She and her elite training team have advanced the charge in heart-based leadership
development and empower U & Improved graduates with knowledge, tools and awareness to immediately be more effective and responsive leaders at work, home and within their communities.

Among her many accomplishments as a Valley leader, Jodi launched a teen leadership program in 2014 to empower young adults to become more confident, motivated and focused stewards of our future. In 2016, she founded a non-profit arm of the company—the U & Improved Leadership Foundation—that makes the program more accessible to deserving teens.

Jodi has been recognized by industry publications and organizations for her work in leadership development and serves as a source of inspiration within the community. In 2015, she was honored as an “Outstanding Women in Business” by the Phoenix Business Journal and by the Phoenix Suns and National Bank of Arizona with the “Amazing Women” award. She has received both the prestigious “Diversity Leader of the Year” and the Scottsdale Chamber of Commerce’s “Sterling Award.” She was also awarded a Silver Stevie Award for Female Entrepreneur of the Year 2015 and was a finalist for the Junior League of Phoenix’s Valley Impact Award. Jodi is a devoted single parent who volunteers her time at her daughters’ school programs and with organizations such as Angel Mamas, where she’s served on the board for three years.

Follow U & Improved on LinkedIn, Twitter and Facebook.

ABOUT TALES FAILS and ALES

Tales, Fails & Ales is brought to you by MAC6, Conscious Capitalism Arizona, Phoenix Business Radio X, Crush Craft Cider, and Lyft. Remember to keep your fuck ups in the board room and not on the road.

ABOUT YOUR 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

Tucson Business Radio: Ask the Gals Episode 2

December 21, 2018 by angishields

Tucson Business Radio

Tucson Business Radio: Ask the Gals Episode 2

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Local First Arizona & Local First Arizona Foundation
(520) 975-0145

Michael Peel is the Southern Arizona Director for Local First Arizona. In this role, Peel is responsible for managing LFA operations, membership, and programs in Tucson and the encompassing region. Peel has spent his career developing and facilitating community-based partnerships and collaborations, creating innovative long-lasting programs responsive to community issues lacking needed support, and bringing key partners together to create community and statewide solutions.

As Community and Government Relations Liaison at Pima Community College District, Peel was responsible for building and maintaining partnerships through community outreach, as well as developing legislative advocacy networks to collaborate with state, federal, and local elected officials, governmental and community agencies, business groups and coalitions, faith-based establishments, nonprofit organizations, administrators, staff, students, and the general public. As Development and Jobs Director of Uncommon Good, a grassroots non-profit organization, Peel led the formation of a regional coalition that successfully competed for federal funds of nearly $900,000 for a green jobs program. Peel has also served on a variety of boards, including most recently the Tucson City of Gastronomy, the United States Green Building Council (USGBC), Tucson Emerging 2030 District, and Tucson Clean and Beautiful.

Alex Cataudella is a Tucson transplant from Kansas, and has been involved with Local First Arizona since she moved. Currently a student, she is studying Environmental Science and Sustainability while advocating for her local community. Her love for local business started in her hometown, while working at a local pet store. She understands the value that having unique local stores brings to the community and hopes to better serve them by advocating for them every day. 

Follow Local First Arizona on Facebook and Instagram.

CS Design Studios
6541 E Tanque Verde Rd, #23
Tucson, Arizona 85715
(520) 908-6088

Wyatt Chambers is the Founder and Owner of CS Design Studios. He attended the University of Phoenix where he attained a BSIT Web Administration degree. Wyatt created CS Design Studios in 2008 after working for UPS as an eCommerce Consultant. His countless accomplishments include becoming a Google Partner, and a Horizon Interactive Awards winner which is one of the most prestigious awards in the field of interactive and creative media marketing. He works to ensure the success of any and all large projects by maintaining the goals and objectives of the organization in a Digital Marketing Perspective. 

Follow CS Design Studios on Facebook and Instagram.

About Your Hosts

Too Busy Gals
(520) 990-2107

Jessica Badowski is the owner and founder of Tucson based Too Busy Gals. Too Busy Gals was established in 2008 in Ohio and moved to Arizona in 2011. It was established as a business to business service provider after multiple requests for assistance with social media, branding, and marketing from peer business owners. After 20+ years in non-profit management and anti-poverty social work, Jessica decided to break out and start her own business. In 2008, it became quickly apparently the need for high quality education and coaching social media services was exploding. After 3 years working with national partners in marketing and social media, Too Busy Gals began developing its own roster of clients. Current clientele ranges from a local manufacturing company, land developer, Moroccan artisan e-commerce business, to NYT Bestselling author, and non-profit serving breast cancer survivors.

Too Busy Gals is very active in the local Tucson business community. Currently, Legacy Partners of Local First Arizona, strategic partners with Tucson Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, Marana Chamber of Commerce, and Vail Chamber of Commerce. Charity and volunteer work has been a passion of Jessica’s and is a central part of Too Busy Gals business model. Currently, Too Busy Gals is part of 100+Women Who Care Tucson, eWomen Network Foundation sponsor, and partner with Big Hearts, Helping Hands Arizona Secret Santa program.

Since 2008, Alexis Chapman has worked with restaurants, authors, entrepreneurs and business owners to ensure their customers receive stellar service, help to increase brand awareness and are run efficiently and effectively. She is a certified and accredited business coach. Her expertise is in digital marketing, digital brand analysis, community management, tactical guerrilla marketing, corporate copywriting, advertising, sales, customer service and customer experience. Alexis splits her time between Tucson, Arizona and Carmel, Indiana.

As a small business owners, Alexis is familiar with the challenges of being the sales, marketing, bookkeeping, and janitorial staff of a start-up. Her goal is to share information first and always serve her clients and the community.

Follow Too Busy Gals on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.