Tune into this episode of the East Valley Business Podcast with our guest, FABRIC Co-Founder Angela Johnson as we expose the pitfalls of fast fashion and how her and her team are fostering growth for local fashion entrepreneurs. Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPcsov8P-0cgv1EK29EZKZA Learn more about FABRIC: https://fabricincubator.com/ Learn more about the Tempe Chamber: https://tempechamber.org/
Sep 26, 2024•36 min
Tune into this episode of the East Valley Business Podcast with our guest, Melinda Morrison Gulick, to learn about the childcare crisis in Arizona, the economic impact to the workforce, and the advocacy efforts being led by First Things First. Learn more about First Things First: https://www.firstthingsfirst.org/ Learn more about the Tempe Chamber: https://tempechamber.org/
Sep 23, 2024•28 min
Tune into this episode of the East Valley Business Podcast to hear from Eric Emmert, Vice President of Dorn Policy Group and advocate for small businesses across the East Valley through the East Valley Chambers of Commerce Alliance. Ballot Issues Forum on September 5: https://tinyurl.com/4s79zu3s Learn More about the EVCCA: https://evcca.org/ Hosted by the Tempe Chamber of Commerce. Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPcsov8P-0cgv1EK29EZKZA Learn More: https://tempechamber.org/eastvalle...
Aug 29, 2024•14 min
Tune into this episode of the East Valley Business Podcast to hear from professional speaker and award-winning author Bridgett McGowen on how to find your voice. Bridgett has served as a faculty member for the Texas A&M University System, a Certified Advanced Facilitator and faculty trainer for University of Phoenix, and a professional development consultant for Cengage Learning. She has presented for companies and organizations such as Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), Vanguard ...
Aug 26, 2024•24 min
Tune into this episode of the East Valley Business Podcast as President & CEO of the Tempe Chamber of Commerce, Colin Diaz, ACE, IOM, joins Nick Smith, President of AV Concepts. They discuss the capabilities of AV Concepts to execute events across the country from their Tempe based headquarters, the value of investing in audio visual for events, and how they helped to create the hologram of Tupac Shakur at Coachella. Hosted by Tempe Chamber of Commerce President & CEO Colin Diaz. Learn M...
Jul 10, 2024•17 min•Season 1Ep. 8
Tune into this episode of the East Valley Business Podcast as President & CEO of the Tempe Chamber of Commerce, Colin Diaz, ACE, IOM, joins Latasha Causey, President of the NASCAR Phoenix Raceway and Jay Parry, President & CEO of the 2024 NCAA Men's Final Four at the 2024 Diversity in Leadership Conference. They discuss impactful leadership and diversity in sports from building diverse teams to their experiences in the largest sporting events in Arizona including NASCAR races, the 2024 N...
Jun 11, 2024•42 min•Season 1Ep. 7
Tune into this episode of the East Valley Business Podcast as President & CEO of the Tempe Chamber of Commerce, Colin Diaz, ACE, IOM, sits down with Charley Freericks, Senior Vice President at Catellus, to explore the groundbreaking ASU Novus Innovation Corridor project. In this insightful discussion, Charley Freericks provides invaluable insights into the development, vision, and impact of the ASU Novus Innovation Corridor—a pioneering mixed-use project set to redefine the landscape of Temp...
May 15, 2024•19 min
Welcome to the East Valley Business Podcast, brought to you by the Tempe Chamber of Commerce. In this episode, host Colin Diaz, President & CEO of the Tempe Chamber of Commerce, serves as moderator for the Elevate Webinar Series covering leadership strategies for women in male-dominated industries. Moderator: Tempe Chamber President & CEO Colin Diaz Speakers: Latasha Causey (NASCAR, Phoenix Raceway), Ali Martin (Former: Arizona Coyotes, Tampa Bay Lightning) and Sue Rigler (Hundred Mile B...
May 01, 2024•59 min•Season 1Ep. 5
Welcome to the East Valley Business Podcast, brought to you by the Tempe Chamber of Commerce. In this episode, host Colin Diaz, President & CEO of the Tempe Chamber of Commerce, sits down with esteemed guest speaker Jim Rounds, President of Rounds Consulting Group, to delve into the profound impact of policy on various critical areas of community development. Join us as Diaz and Rounds engage in a thought-provoking discussion on the transformative power of policy in shaping the economic land...
Apr 17, 2024•25 min
Join us as we explore the impact of economic development on small business success with Michael DiDomenico, discussing the City of Tempe's initiatives to support business retention and expansion. Whether you're a small business owner or interested in economic development, tune in to the East Valley Business Podcast for this insightful discussion. Hosted by Tempe Chamber of Commerce President & CEO Colin Diaz. Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@tempechamber.. . Learn More: https://tempechamb...
Apr 02, 2024•17 min•Season 1Ep. 3
Join us for a conversation with Dr. Kate Smith, President of Rio Salado College, as she discusses the importance of online education in workforce development. Learn how businesses and individuals can benefit from online learning to unlock their full potential. Tune in to the East Valley Business Podcast for this insightful discussion. Hosted by Tempe Chamber of Commerce President & CEO Colin Diaz, ACE, IOM. Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@tempechamber... Learn More: https://tempechamber....
Mar 21, 2024•22 min
Join us the East Valley Business Podcast as we sit down with Tempe Mayor Corey Woods to discuss economic development and building community in the Tempe, Arizona and the East valley. Learn about the initiatives and plans in place to support local businesses and foster a strong and thriving community for all. Hosted by Tempe Chamber of Commerce President & CEO Colin Diaz. About East Valley Business: East Valley Business was established to empower the businesses of the East Valley and increase...
Mar 05, 2024•26 min•Season 1Ep. 1