Let's Talk Business Phoenix

In episode 5 of Season of Let's Talk Business Phoenix, Laura Lynn Smith, Division Vice President and General Manager at ADP and the Chamber’s new Board Chairwoman , discusses her goals for the Chamber’s new fiscal year and why your Chamber membership is vital for businesses. 

In episode 3 of Let's Talk Business Phoenix, hear from Jessica Pacheco, CEO and Co-Founder at Horizon Strategies. Find out more about the inspiration that started the company and how they are working to help businesses and organizations around the Valley through their strategy, public relations, and policy work.

In this episode of Let's Talk Business Phoenix, Jennifer Mellor, Chief Innovation Officer for the Greater Phoenix Chamber Foundation, shares key accomplishments of the Foundation that are significantly impacting Arizona’s workforce. Hear more about the Arizona Economic Insights Dashboard , the latest resource offered to the community, and how companies are using it to grow their businesses. 

Season 3 is here! To launch the new season of the Greater Phoenix Chamber's podcast, Let's Talk Business Phoenix , Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego joins us for a special bonus episode to discuss key initiatives and goals halfway through the year. As election season approaches, hear the mayor’s thoughts on how she is making investments in Phoenix to ensure it remains the best place to live, wo...

In Episode 27, the Season 2 Finale of Let’s Talk Business Phoenix , we feature Rachel Mitchell, Maricopa County Attorney, who discusses her legal and political journey alongside her contributions to the community, including her high-profile Brett Kavanaugh Supreme Court hearings. Hear more about her recent work with organized retail theft, the fentanyl crisis, and how she ensures fairness and impa...

In Episode 26 of Let’s Talk Business Phoenix, Steve Purves, President & CEO, Valleywise Health , joins us to discuss the evolution of what was formerly known as the “county hospital” in Maricopa County. Hear how Valleywise Health, our community’s public teaching hospital and safety net system of care and a leading provider of inpatient behavioral health services in the region, is effectively a...

In Episode 25 of Let’s Talk Business Phoenix, Steve Wyett, Chief Investment Strategist, BOK Financial, discusses recent changes in the U.S. economy, including shifts in interest rates and government policies and the effects on consumer confidence and spending behavior. What strategies should businesses consider to remain agile and resilient in the current economic landscape marked by volatility an...

In Episode 24 of Let’s Talk Business Phoenix, Don Opatrny, Phoenix Art Museum’s Board Chairman , joins us to discuss business and the arts in Phoenix. Learn about the role of the Phoenix Art Museum within the local community and broader art world, alongside recent initiatives, and projects the museum has undertaken under his leadership. What challenges and opportunities does he see for the Phoenix...

In this episode of Let’s Talk Business Phoenix , hear from Congressman Greg Stanton , former Phoenix Mayor from 2012-2018. He discusses his interesting political career journey and the changes he’s seen in the Valley over the years. How does he approach bipartisan cooperation and finding common ground on important issues? How is the congressman working to find adequate resources and thoughtful pol...

In Episode 22 of Let’s Talk Business Phoenix , Derrick Hall, President & CEO of the Arizona Diamondbacks, joins us as we wrap up Spring Training and head into the regular season after making it to the MLB World Series last year. Hear how the Diamondbacks World Series appearance influenced the Valley’s economy and how the organization as a whole contributes to the economic development and growt...

Tune in for a special episode of Let’s Talk Business Phoenix , featuring Jay Parry, President and CEO, 2024 Men’s Final Four Host Committee . What measures have been taken to assess the economic impact of the tournament on the Greater Phoenix region? What projections or estimates are available regarding the boost to local businesses and tourism during the tournament period? How can the business co...

In Episode 20 of Let’s Talk Business Phoenix , we celebrate Women’s History Month by featuring Rear Admiral Maria Aguayo with the U.S. Navy, who discusses being a female trailblazer and how she sees the role of women in the Navy evolving in the coming years. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to hear about the Navy’s contributions to national security and defense efforts, how the Navy’s presence res...

Tune in for this exciting episode of Let’s Talk Business Phoenix to hear from U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Shawn Walsh, Luke Air Force Base Program Integration Office, and Major Bethany Blackburn ahead of Luke Days, the annual world-class airshow taking place Saturday, March 23rd – Sunday, March 24th. This dynamic episode gives listeners an inside look at the mission and work happening at Luke Airforce...

In Episode 18 of Let’s Talk Business Phoenix , Sal Bracale, Vice President and Director of Operations of Moon Valley Nurseries, joins us to discuss this local company’s origins and long history in the Valley and what sets them apart from the competition. Hear about Moon Valley Nurseries community engagement, initiatives, and partnerships to give back to the Phoenix community it serves.  

Tune in for the next episode of Let’s Talk Business Phoenix to hear from Jill Buschbacher, Director of Workforce Innovation for the Greater Phoenix Chamber Foundation, and De Anne Russell, System Vice President of Talent Acquisition at Common Spirit Health . In this episode, you will learn more about the Foundation’s newest initiative, Connect to Work AZ , its goals, and its influence on the state...

In this episode of Let’s Talk Business Phoenix , hear from Fran Mallace, President & CEO of Make-A-Wish Arizona, ahead of the 2024 IMPACT Awards nomination deadline on Friday, February 2nd. Make-A-Wish Arizona was the recipient of the 2023 Small Business IMPACTful Nonprofit Award, and Fran shares their experience and the influence it has had on their organization. Additionally, tune in to hear...

Kicking off the first Let’s Talk Business Phoenix Podcast episode in the new year, is Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes. In this episode, the Attorney General discusses her top priorities for her office and protecting businesses. Hear the latest on immigration and border security, addressing the fentanyl crisis, the latest scams affecting the community, and organized retail theft. As we kick off...

For the final Let’s Talk Business Phoenix Podcast episodes of 2023, we highlight our ElevateEdAZ program with Thea Andrade, Superintendent of the Phoenix Union High School District (PXU). Hear about the partnership between ElevateEdAZ and PXU, and efforts toward ensuring students have equitable opportunities to prepare for their future in college or career. As you consider your end-of-year giving...

For the final Let’s Talk Business Phoenix Podcast episode of 2023, we highlight our ElevateEdAZ program with Tony Finn, Vice President of ElevateEdAZ. Hear about the main focuses for ElevateEdAZ, improving education with partner schools, and the program’s growth throughout the Valley. As you consider your end-of-year giving contributions, please don’t forget about the impactful work the Greater Ph...

Tune in to the Let’s Talk Business Phoenix Podcast to hear from Peter Fine, CEO of Banner Health in Phoenix, AZ. Peter discusses a range of topics, including the evolution of Banner Health during his many years of leadership. Additionally, hear about healthcare workforce shortages, the healthcare affordability crisis, and his vision for the future of Banner Health in the Greater Phoenix region. 

In this episode of Let’s Talk Business Phoenix , hear from Paul Luna, President and CEO of Helios Education Foundation, as he discusses dual enrollment in Arizona and their partnership with ElevateEdAZ ahead of Giving Tuesday. Paul discusses the state of education in Arizona, how we are succeeding, and where we can improve.  Throughout the season of giving, consider donating to the Greater Phoenix...

Tune in to listen to this week’s episode of Let’s Talk Business Phoenix with our latest guest, Tanya Wheeless, President and CEO of the USS Arizona Legacy Foundation. The December 7, 1941, attack on Pearl Harbor and the sinking of the USS Arizona battleship marked the beginning of World War II. The USS Arizona Memorial Gardens at Salt River in Scottsdale opened in 2020 to honor the brave U.S. forc...

In the latest episode of Let’s Talk Business Phoenix, hear from Carrie Masters, CEO of St. Joseph the Worker , a Phoenix organization connecting the Valley’s disadvantaged, homeless, and transitioning individuals to quality jobs. Alongside telling her own personal story of experiencing homelessness, Carrie breaks down common challenges job seekers, especially those facing barriers, typically encou...

In this episode of the Let’s Talk Business Phoenix Podcast, hear from Jessica Mefford-Miller, CEO of Phoenix’s Valley Metro. Jessica discusses the challenges Valley Metro is facing today and the strategies they are implementing to address them. Listen to get the latest updates on increasing transportation demand, funding from Prop 400, and the measures taken to ensure all members of the community...

In the latest Let’s Talk Business Phoenix Podcast episode, meet Stella O-Rourke, Director of Philanthropy and Special Events for the Arizona Coyotes and Chair of the Valley Young Professionals. Why would you recommend a young professional in the Valley join VYP? What sets VYP apart from other young professional groups? What opportunities do you see in the future for young professionals in the Vall...