Mesa District 2 Councilmember Julie Spilsbury joins Mesa Chamber President and CEO Sally Harrison in discussing Councilmember's valuable experience in her roles, significant achievements, and passion for helping the Mesa community. The Mesa Chamber of Commerce Inside Business Podcast is a production of the Mesa Chamber of Commerce. Inquiries regarding the MCIBP can be made via email to info@mesachamber.org. The Podcast interviews members and individuals/organizations on topics of interest to Mes...
Jul 10, 2025•52 min•Ep. 200
David Hrizak, Co-Founder and CEO of The Streamline Companies, joins Mesa Chamber President and CEO Sally Harrison in discussing the origins of the vertically integrated firm and its mission to provide a passive investment platform that cultivates long-term wealth. Learn more about The Streamline Companies at thestreamlinecompanies.com. The Mesa Chamber of Commerce Inside Business Podcast is a production of the Mesa Chamber of Commerce. Inquiries regarding the MCIBP can be made via email to info@...
Jul 03, 2025•17 min•Ep. 199
Tim Wickersheim, Co-Owner of Schlotzsky's Cannon Beach, joins Mesa Chamber Director of Communications Bob Nelson in discussing the inspiration behind the new restaurant in Cannon Beach and what makes Schlotzsky's unique to the area. Learn more about Schlotzsky's Cannon Beach at: https://locations.schlotzskys.com/az/mesa/4513-south-power-road The Mesa Chamber of Commerce Inside Business Podcast is a production of the Mesa Chamber of Commerce. Inquiries regarding the MCIBP can be made via email to...
Jun 23, 2025•23 min•Ep. 198
Randy Spencer of Alice Cooper's Solid Rock Teen Centers joins Mesa Chamber President and CEO Sally Harrison in discussing exciting upcoming events, success stories, and how you can support the work at Solid Rock. Learn more about Alice Cooper's Solid Rock Teen Centers at: https://alicecoopersolidrock.com/ The Mesa Chamber of Commerce Inside Business Podcast is a production of the Mesa Chamber of Commerce. Inquiries regarding the MCIBP can be made via email to info@mesachamber.org. The Podcast in...
Jun 18, 2025•17 min•Ep. 197
Mariam Kariman, Owner of The Fresh Monkee, joins Mesa Chamber Director of Communications Bob Nelson in discussing the healthy protein shakes they offer and her experience as a small business owner. Learn more about The Fresh Monkee at: freshmonkee.com The Mesa Chamber of Commerce Inside Business Podcast is a production of the Mesa Chamber of Commerce. Inquiries regarding the MCIBP can be made via email to info@mesachamber.org. The Podcast interviews members and individuals/organizations on topic...
Jun 10, 2025•17 min•Ep. 196
Shane Hudson, General Manager at BMS Cat, joins Mesa Chamber Director of Communications Bob Nelson in discussing the company's property restoration services and how to mitigate catastrophic disasters. Learn more about BMS Cat of Arizona LLC at: bmscat.com The Mesa Chamber of Commerce Inside Business Podcast is a production of the Mesa Chamber of Commerce. Inquiries regarding the MCIBP can be made via email to info@mesachamber.org. The Podcast interviews members and individuals/organizations on t...
Jun 05, 2025•11 min•Ep. 195
Jerem Morris, Co-Founder at DataTek, joins Mesa Chamber President and CEO Sally Harrison in discussing the top IT and cybersecurity challenges in Mesa and solutions to address them. Learn more about DataTek at: https://datatekaz.com/ The Mesa Chamber of Commerce Inside Business Podcast is a production of the Mesa Chamber of Commerce. Inquiries regarding the MCIBP can be made via email to info@mesachamber.org. The Podcast interviews members and individuals/organizations on topics of interest to M...
May 29, 2025•17 min•Ep. 194
Marcos Perez, owner of Midwestern Meats, joins Mesa Chamber President and CEO Sally Harrison in discussing the origin of Midwestern Meats, the products they offer, and how they are unique from other butcher shops. Learn more about Midwestern Meats at: https://midwesternmeats.com/ The Mesa Chamber of Commerce Inside Business Podcast is a production of the Mesa Chamber of Commerce. Inquiries regarding the MCIBP can be made via email to info@mesachamber.org. The Podcast interviews members and indiv...
May 12, 2025•17 min•Ep. 193
Liz Giannone, Mesa Community Brand Manager, and Christian Stovall, Senior Community Brand Manager, join Mesa Chamber President and CEO Sally Harrison in discussing what brought FiberFirst to Mesa and how they support businesses and communities. Learn more about FiberFirst at: https://fiberfirst.com/arizona/ The Mesa Chamber of Commerce Inside Business Podcast is a production of the Mesa Chamber of Commerce. Inquiries regarding the MCIBP can be made via email to info@mesachamber.org. The Podcast ...
May 02, 2025•12 min•Ep. 192
With tariffs being the front headline subject currently, it is important that we stay connected and informed on the latest developments of their impact on our business community. Congressman Greg Stanton joins this webinar, moderated by Eric Emmert of Dorn Policy Group, to answer your questions regarding tariffs. Learn more about Congressman Greg Stanton at: https://stanton.house.gov/ The Mesa Chamber of Commerce Inside Business Podcast is a production of the Mesa Chamber of Commerce. Inquiries ...
Apr 30, 2025•16 min•Ep. 183
Andy Arnowtiz, Information and Resources Coordinator at Copa Health, joins Jeff Bayer, Community Relations Coordinator, in the Copa Health Mental Health Awareness Month podcast series in production with the Mesa Chamber of Commerce. They discuss Andy's personal journey in mental health living with bipolar disorder and Copa Health resources. Learn more about Copa Health at: https://copahealth.org/ The Mesa Chamber of Commerce Inside Business Podcast is a production of the Mesa Chamber of Commerce...
Apr 29, 2025•20 min•Ep. 191
Tawnya Christensen, Assisted Living Director at Fellowship Square, joins Jeff Bayer, Copa Health Community Relations Coordinator, in the Copa Health Mental Health Awareness Month podcast series in production with the Mesa Chamber of Commerce. Tawnya and Jeff discuss about Fellowship Square and the resources and care they provide to residents. Learn more about Fellowship Square at: https://www.fellowshipsquareseniorliving.org/campus/az/mesa/ The Mesa Chamber of Commerce Inside Business Podcast is...
Apr 29, 2025•17 min•Ep. 190
Tessa Christensen, a recent graduate of Northern Arizona University, joins Jeff Bayer, Copa Health Community Relations Coordinator, in the Copa Health Mental Health Awareness Month podcast series in production with the Mesa Chamber of Commerce. Tessa and Jeff discuss what neuroplasticity is and why it is important for mental health. The Mesa Chamber of Commerce Inside Business Podcast is a production of the Mesa Chamber of Commerce. Inquiries regarding the MCIBP can be made via email to info@mes...
Apr 29, 2025•13 min•Ep. 189
Erin Callinan, Founder of Beneath The Brave, joins Jeff Bayer, Copa Health Community Relations Coordinator, in the Copa Health Mental Health Awareness Month podcast series in production with the Mesa Chamber of Commerce. They discuss Erin's personal journey living with bipolar disorder and how it led her to create Beneath The Brave. Learn more about Beneath The Brave at: https://www.beneaththebrave.com/ The Mesa Chamber of Commerce Inside Business Podcast is a production of the Mesa Chamber of C...
Apr 29, 2025•17 min•Ep. 188
Lindsay Taylor, Clinical Director at The Hope Institute of America, joins Jeff Bayer, Copa Health Community Relations Coordinator, in the Copa Health Mental Health Awareness Month podcast series in production with the Mesa Chamber of Commerce. They discuss Lindsay's personal journey with mental health and share about suicide prevention resources. Learn more about The Hope Institute of America at: https://www.thehopeinstitute.net/ The Mesa Chamber of Commerce Inside Business Podcast is a producti...
Apr 29, 2025•21 min•Ep. 187
Angela Cross, Ending the Silence Specialist at NAMI Valley of the Sun, joins Jeff Bayer, Copa Health Community Relations Coordinator, in the Copa Health Mental Health Awareness Month podcast series in production with the Mesa Chamber of Commerce. Angela and Jeff discuss the NAMI Ending the Silence initiative and then listen as Dahlia shares her personal recovery story. Learn more about NAMI Valley of the Sun at: https://namivalleyofthesun.org/ The Mesa Chamber of Commerce Inside Business Podcast...
Apr 29, 2025•19 min•Ep. 186
Matthew Moody, Board President of Mental Health America of Arizona (MHA) and Principal Consultant at Advocates for Human Potential (AHP), joins Jeff Bayer, Community Relations Coordinator at Copa Health, in the Copa Health Mental Health Awareness Month podcast series in production with the Mesa Chamber of Commerce. Matthew and Jeff discuss about Mental Health America of Arizona, the upcoming SEEDS Conference, and the 988 crisis hotline. Learn more about Mental Health America of Arizona at: https...
Apr 29, 2025•20 min•Ep. 185
Norm Duvé, Vice President of Community Relations at Copa Health, joins Jeff Bayer, Community Relations Coordinator, to kick off the Copa Health Mental Health Awareness Month podcast series in production with the Mesa Chamber of Commerce. Norm and Jeff discuss Copa Health's journey in Mental Health Awareness Month and the 31 Days of Healing initiative. Learn more about Copa Health's Mental Health Awareness Month initiative at: https://copahealth.org/mentalhealthawarenessmonth/ The Mesa Chamber of...
Apr 29, 2025•16 min•Ep. 184
Lizzy Bunyard, Interior Designer at Valley Remodeling and Mesa Leadership Class of 2025 student, joins President and CEO Sally Harrison in discussing Valley Remodeling's services and the Mesa Leadership program. Learn more about Valley Remodeling at: valleyremodelingaz.com Learn more about Mesa Leadership at: mesaleadership.org The Mesa Chamber of Commerce Inside Business Podcast is a production of the Mesa Chamber of Commerce. Inquiries regarding the MCIBP can be made via email to info@mesacham...
Apr 10, 2025•9 min•Ep. 182
Kelvin Beachum, NFL athlete, joins Mesa Chamber President and CEO Sally Harrison in discussing community causes he is passionate about and community partners in the East Valley he is working with. The Mesa Chamber of Commerce Inside Business Podcast is a production of the Mesa Chamber of Commerce. Inquiries regarding the MCIBP can be made via email to info@mesachamber.org. The Podcast interviews members and individuals/organizations on topics of interest to Mesa Chamber members. Learn more at me...
Mar 12, 2025•24 min•Ep. 181
Dr. Kaleigh Robinson, Owner and Vet at EVE Pet Hospital, joins Mesa Chamber Director of Communications Bob Nelson in discussing the hospital's origin, the types of emergencies they provide service for, and tips for keeping pets safe from emergencies. Learn more about EVE Pet Hospital at: www.evepethospital.com The Mesa Chamber of Commerce Inside Business Podcast is a production of the Mesa Chamber of Commerce. Inquiries regarding the MCIBP can be made via email to info@mesachamber.org. The Podca...
Mar 11, 2025•32 min•Ep. 180
Roscoe Smith, Owner of Knuckle Sandwiches, joins Mesa Chamber Director of Communications Bob Nelson in discussing the restaurant's origin, menu items, and the Chamber Boxed Lunch catering menu. Learn more about Knuckle Sandwiches at: knucklesandwichesaz.com The Mesa Chamber of Commerce Inside Business Podcast is a production of the Mesa Chamber of Commerce. Inquiries regarding the MCIBP can be made via email to info@mesachamber.org. The Podcast interviews members and individuals/organizations on...
Mar 11, 2025•26 min•Ep. 179
Gordon Graham, a 33-year veteran of California law enforcement, joins Mesa Chamber Director of Communications Bob Nelson in discussing the upcoming Code Enforcement Symposium: Advancing Safety Through Collaboration in Mesa, AZ. Learn more about the upcoming Code Enforcement Symposium here . The Mesa Chamber of Commerce Inside Business Podcast is a production of the Mesa Chamber of Commerce. Inquiries regarding the MCIBP can be made via email to info@mesachamber.org. The Podcast interviews member...
Mar 11, 2025•15 min•Ep. 178
Bree Smith, Business Development Officer at America First Credit Union, joins Mesa Chamber President and CEO Sally Harrison in discussing the expansion of AFCU's branch network, their 0% credit card offers, and free no-minimum balance business accounts. Learn more about America First Credit Union americafirst.com . The Mesa Chamber of Commerce Inside Business Podcast is a production of the Mesa Chamber of Commerce. Each episode is recorded in the University of Phoenix Podcast Studio. Inquiries r...
Feb 10, 2025•7 min•Ep. 177
Dylan Roberts, owner of Jimmy G's Restaurants, joins Director of Communications Bob Nelson in discussing restaurant menu items, including favorite pasta and salads, and how to order them from the Chamber Boxed Lunch catering menu. Menu items described in the podcast: Learn more about Jimmy G's Restaurants and see their full menu at: jimmygsrestaurants.com The Mesa Chamber of Commerce Inside Business Podcast is a production of the Mesa Chamber of Commerce. Each episode is recorded in the Universi...
Jan 24, 2025•21 min•Ep. 176
Erika Castro, Supplier Diversity and Supplier Management Manager at Salt River Project, joins Mesa Chamber President and CEO Sally Harrison in discussing SRP's inaugural Supplier Diversity Economic Impact Report and opportunities and initiatives for suppliers. Learn more about SRP's supplier diversity at srpnet.com/supplierdiversity . The Mesa Chamber of Commerce Inside Business Podcast is a production of the Mesa Chamber of Commerce. Each episode is recorded in the University of Phoenix Podcast...
Dec 18, 2024•20 min•Ep. 175
The Mesa Chamber Retail Committee welcomed Ryan Dixon of Maricopa County and Jen Byron of Jen B Marketing for their December meeting. Ryan Dixon, Small Business Advocate at the Maricopa County Office of Procurement Services, discussed vendor registration and the Maricopa County Small and Local Business Advocacy Program (MCSLBAP). Learn more about the Maricopa County Office of Procurement Services at: http://www.maricopa.gov/ Jen Byron, Owner of Jen B Marketing, discussed the importance and benef...
Dec 09, 2024•1 hr•Ep. 174
Jared Taylor, CEO of Heritage Academy, joins Mesa Chamber President and CEO Sally Harrison in discussing the history of Heritage Academy, the difference between Heritage and Paul Revere Academy, and their mission and values. Learn more about Heritage Academy at heritageacademyaz.com . Learn more about Paul Revere Academy at paulrevere.tech . The Mesa Chamber of Commerce Inside Business Podcast is a production of the Mesa Chamber of Commerce. Each episode is recorded in the University of Phoenix ...
Dec 09, 2024•20 min•Ep. 173
Jared Bodine, Executive Director at AZ StrRUT, joins Mesa Chamber President and CEO Sally Harrison in discussing the origin of AZ StRUT, the company's mission and values, and how they serve the community. Learn more about AZ StRUT at azstrut.org . The Mesa Chamber of Commerce Inside Business Podcast is a production of the Mesa Chamber of Commerce. Each episode is recorded in the University of Phoenix Podcast Studio. Inquiries regarding the MCIBP can be made via email to info@mesachamber.org. The...
Dec 09, 2024•14 min•Ep. 172
Eric Hyde, Owner of Minuteman Press Mesa, joins Mesa Chamber President and CEO Sally Harrison in discussing Minuteman Press Mesa's products and services, mission and values, and how they stand out from competitors. Learn more about Minuteman Press Mesa at impmesa.com . The Mesa Chamber of Commerce Inside Business Podcast is a production of the Mesa Chamber of Commerce. Each episode is recorded in the University of Phoenix Podcast Studio. Inquiries regarding the MCIBP can be made via email to inf...
Dec 09, 2024•13 min•Ep. 171
