The Business of... podcast by the Tucson Metro Chamber

Guest: Shawn Nau | General Manager, Health Choice at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona Topic: The Business of MEDICAID REDETERMINATION Shawn Nau discusses the importance of Arizonans who use Medicaid to contact https://www.healthearizonaplus.gov/ or (844) 390-8935 to find out if their Medicaid health insurance coverage has changed. Mentioned in this episode: Federal Public Health Emergency Plan, M...

GUEST: Joe'Mar Hooper | Executive Director of 3rd Decade Mr. Hooper shares how the nonprofit changes financial futures starting now. 3rd Decade offers a financial planning program for people who are 18 to 35 years old.

TOPIC: The Business of AUTOMOBILE SALES GUEST: Scott Lehman | Owner of Premier Auto Sales Scott tells his story of growing his business with his team of people who are passionate about helping other people. Scott shares how intentional it is for him to create a top-notch company culture with a great work environment that's fun and productive. He also shares the importance of making a positive...

The Business of BECOMING AND STAYING "BANKABLE" GUEST: Steve Ponzo | Vice President and Commercial Banker | WaFd Bank TOPIC: Steve shares the history of WaFd Bank, tips for being and staying bankable, coaching clients for success, and more. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Savings and loans, controlling costs and assets, balance sheets, asset management

TOPIC: The Business of AGEING WELL GUEST: Aaron Wodka | Associate State Director for Advocacy and Community Outreach at AARP Arizona   Wodka chats about the history of AARP, the bounty of benefits for its 38 million members, advocacy efforts, Community Challenge grants, and much more!

GUEST: Courtney Carr|Museum Manager at Tucson Auto Museum TOPIC: The Business of COLLECTING CARS Courtney shares the progression of how Wayne's Toys became the Tucson Auto Museum, a nonprofit organization in Tucson, Arizona, to have programs to give back to the community, especially with high school students. 990 S. Cherry Ave., TucsonAutoMuseum.com MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: 1929 Duesenberg M...

GUEST: Jason Flax, Business Development Manager at BBSI and board member of SHRM-GT TOPIC: The Business of HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT Jason Flax shares how SHRM-GT offers resources and events to assist employers with a wide variety of human resources so employees remain happy and productive, which leads to the overall success of a business. 

GUEST: Lisa Lovallo, Southern Arizona Vice President for Cox Communications TOPIC: The Business of CONNECTIVITY & CONSERVATION Lisa Lovallo shares how Cox strives to be much more than a technology company by committing to sustainability, philanthropy, and community involvement. Mentioned in this episode: The Nature Conservancy ,   Tucson Botanical Gardens , Tucson Electric Power , Sun Corridor...

GUEST: Vanessa Fajardo |Curator at the Arizona Historial Society TOPIC: The Business of DRINKING LOCAL   Vanessa Fajardo discusses the upcoming exhibit "Drinking Local: A Toast to the Southwest" and the importance that locally made alcohol has played in Arizona's history.    MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Whiskey del Bac, Pueblo Vida Brewing, Dragoon Brewing Company, Barrio Brewing, Sunc...

TOPIC: The Business of LEADERSHIP GUESTS: Justin Lukasewicz, CEO, and Jamie Leon-Guerrero, development manager, at Greater Tucson Leadership   Justin and Jamie share information about the upcoming 70th Annual Community Impact Awards including this year's recipients Chancellor Lee Lambert from Pima Community College, Kathy Prather from JTED, Janette Mare from Ben's Bells, and Diana Charbonn...

TOPIC: The Business of the HUMAN-ANIMAL CONNECTION GUEST: Genie Joseph, the founder and executive director of The Human-Animal Connection Genie talks about K9 Compassion, the Principle of Goodness, the Trust Technique, helping veterans and high school students, and other benefits of connecting with animals.

The Business of PRIMARY HEALTHCARE FOR SENIORS Guest: Shawnee Parens | Director of Market Operations at Archwell Health Topic: Parens shares how Archwell Health makes it easy for seniors to obtain respectful and convenient primary care. Archwell Health provides a community for senior citizens in multiple locations throughout Tucson.

The Business of HELPING ENTREPRENEURS SUCCEED GUESTS: Brian Ellerman, the Founding Executive Director, and Erika Mitnik, the Marketing & Communications Manager, at Arizona FORGE. Topic: Ellerman and Mitnik share the resources FORGE has to help entrepreneurs, why Tucson is a great place for startups, and how the community can get involved with supporting the work at FORGE.

Guest: Norah Diedrich, Jon and Linda Ender Director & CEO of the Tucson Museum of Art. The Business of ART MUSEUMS Diedrich, a recent transplant from Rhode Island, shares upcoming exhibits, the Annual Gala, community involvement and more.

TOPIC: The Business of PRIMARY CARE IN YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD GUESTS: Dr. Aspen Ralph and Sibia Martinez from Village Medical Learn about how Village Medical offers same-day appointments inside eight Walgreens throughout Tucson as well as virtual visits and in-home care under certain circumstances. Primary care is offered for all age groups.

The Business of GOLF TOURNAMENTS Guest: Geoff Hill | Executive Director of Tucson Conquistadores Hill shares the positive impact the Tucson Conquistadores are making with youth sports as well as the upcoming Cologuard Classic golf tournament presented by Exact Sciences.

GUEST: Dean Andrew Schulz, the University of Arizona's Dean of Fine Arts and VP of the Arts TOPIC: The Business of Fine Art Education Dean Andrew Schulz, the University of Arizona's Dean of Fine Arts and VP of the Arts, shares how the outstanding programs set up students for success as well as engage the community in the arts. Mentioned in this episode: Arizona Arts, ‘Monuments’ from Australian ar...

GUEST: Clint Parry | Business Development Manager at FocusHR TOPIC: The Business of HUMAN RESOURCES Clint Parry shares the advantages small business owners can obtain when using FocusHR's HR outsourcing services.

TOPIC: The Business of Improving Lives and Inspiring Futures GUEST:  Diana Charbonneau | Development Coordinator at IMPACT of Southern Arizona Diana shares what IMPACT of Southern Arizona is doing to help the community obtain needed resources, such as food, clothing, and more. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Food bank, Biosphere 2, Women of Impact, University of Arizona Campus Pantry, vertical far...

TOPIC: The Business of PREPARING EVERY CHILD FOR SUCCESS GUEST: Dr. Melissa Hernandez | Associate VP at United Way of Tucson and Southern Arizona's Cradle to Career Frank Velasquez Jr and Dr. Hernandez discuss how Cradle to Career works to increase the economic vitality of the community through programs that help students love to learn, become leaders in literacy, and create a thriving future. Men...

TOPIC: The Business of TREATING BRAIN CANCER GUEST: Dr. Richard Austin, President & CEO at Reglagene Dr. Austin explains the fascinating research that the biotech company Reglagene has underway for treating brain cancer. Research has proven a way to break through the blood-brain barrier. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Flinn Foundation, Desert Angels, wet macular degeneration, pharmaceutical chemis...

GUEST: Jansen Azarias-Suzumoto | CEO/President/Founder of Higher Ground TOPIC: Be inspired when you learn more about the positive impact that Jansen Azaria-Suzumoto, CEO/President/Founder of Higher Ground, has made in the lives of 2,500 of Tucson's youth with the Restart SMART strategy. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Pistor Middle School, Sunnyside School District, Stone Canyon Community Foundation, U...

GUEST: Helen Gomez | Executive Director at Ben's Bells TOPIC: The Business of KINDNESS Helen shares how a tragic event 20 years ago has evolved into a mission of spreading kindness throughout Tucson and beyond.

TOPIC: The Business of LEISURE & GROUP TRAVEL GUEST: Daniel Padilla, Director of Sales and Marketing at JW Marriott at Starr Pass Resort & Spa Mr. Padilla shares how JW Marriott at Starr Pass Resort & Spa, nestled in the Tucson Mountain just west of Downtown Tucson, offers amazing conference facilities, restaurants, spa services, and a daily tequila toast. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: La...

The Business of COMMUNITY AND ECONOMIC IMPACT OF CASINOS GUEST: Treena Parvello | Director of Government and Public Relations for the Tohono O'odham Enterprises TOPIC: Ms. Parvello shares the expansion of Tohono O'odham Nation's Desert Diamond Casinos across Arizona and how that growth has helped in economic development, community impact, gaming and more. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: gaming, slot ma...