Elevate Everyone

Alex Pacheco grew up right here in Pueblo, Colorado. From struggling in school and feeling lost as a young man to becoming an educator, entrepreneur, real estate professional, and co-owner of Made in the Shade Pueblo, Alex’s story is rooted in growth, resilience, and community. In this episode of Elevating Everyone, Freddie Martinez sits down with Alex to talk about growing up in Pueblo, finding p...

In this episode of Elevating Everyone, Freddie Martinez sits down with Barbara Broadbooks from the Pueblo Downtown Association to talk about the heart behind downtown Pueblo. From preserving historic buildings and supporting local businesses to organizing community events like the Parade of Lights and Pueblo Levee Walk, Barbara shares the work happening behind the scenes to help downtown Pueblo co...

In this episode of Elevate Each Other, host Freddie Martinez sits down with Amy Rose, founder of Rose Massage Therapy, to talk about healing, entrepreneurship, and building one of Pueblo’s most trusted wellness businesses. A Pueblo native and longtime healthcare professional, Amy shares how what began as a practical career path turned into a 16-year passion for helping people feel better physicall...

Jacob Rivera is a Pueblo native and creative marketing director whose journey proves what can happen when you lean into creativity and take action. In this episode of Elevate Each Other, host Freddie Martinez sits down with Jacob to talk about building a career rooted in design, storytelling, and community. Born and raised in Pueblo with deep family roots in the area, Jacob shares how his early in...

Welcome to Elevate Each Other, a Colorado-born podcast hosted by Freddie Martinez, where we highlight the people who quietly shape our community through service, leadership, and heart  In this episode, Freddie sits down with Tracy Gutierrez, founder of TG 25 Consulting, a proud Pueblo native whose life has been rooted in service from the east side of town to boardrooms across Southern Colorado. Ra...

In this episode of Elevate Each Other, host Freddie Martinez sits down with Tanya Gurule, the heart and creative force behind A Shimmer in Time Photography. Originally from Aguilar and now rooted in Pueblo, Tanya shares her journey from managing Walmart for over two decades to building a photography business driven by passion, purpose, and family. What began as a simple photo shoot for her six-yea...

In this episode of Elevate Each Other, I sit down with Scott Hinkle , co-owner of Property Craft . He shares what it really takes to build a multi-city restoration career from the ground up—starting as just two men and a pickup truck in 2014. We talk about growing up in Denver but choosing Pueblo as home, transitioning from a sociology degree to a construction expert, and the relentless "26th...

Big energy. Deep roots. Real service. In this episode of Elevate Everyone, I sit down with Felicia Beltran of ENRG Realty. She shares what it really takes to build a career in real estate, raise a family, and stay grounded in service to Pueblo. We talk about growing up in a military family, choosing Pueblo as home, earning Rookie of the Year during the 2008 recession, and why collaboration matters...

Noah Parmelee is the founder of Alltech Systems, a managed IT provider based in Pueblo, Colorado, known for helping small and mid sized businesses build secure, scalable technology foundations. He brings a lifelong passion for technology, starting from age eight when he built his first computer with his grandfather, and later gaining experience through repair work, sales, and hands-on IT roles tha...

In this episode, Freddie sits down with Amber Doss, owner of Active Body IV and a Colorado native who built her business around one simple idea: keep people feeling good without the stress, the cost, or the wait. Amber shares how IV therapy helps Pueblo stay healthy during flu season, why hydration matters more than most people think, and how mobile IV services support families, workplaces, and at...

In this conversation, Freddie connects with Noah Commerford to explore the work happening behind the scenes at the Latino Chamber of Commerce. They talk about access, advocacy, and the simple act of showing up for your neighbors. Noah shares stories from Pueblo’s past and what he hopes the next 46 years look like. If you care about local business and the people who keep our community moving, you’l...

Freddie sits down with Jeni Garcia, owner of Next-Jen Print, to talk about her journey from the beaches of Ventura, California, to the creative heart of Pueblo, Colorado. Jeni shares how her artistic upbringing shaped her work in design and marketing, how music and community influence her projects, and what’s next for her growing business. This episode celebrates creativity, small business, and th...

In this episode of Elevate Everyone , host Freddie Martinez sits down with Brian Montez , owner of Game Night Games in Pueblo, Colorado — a local board game store that’s become so much more than just a place to buy cards and dice. It’s become a hub of belonging, connection, and transformation . Brian shares his journey of building a space where people of all ages, backgrounds, and skill levels fee...

In this episode of Elevate Each Other , Freddie Martinez sits down with Lisa Rorich, the powerhouse owner and CEO of the Pueblo Punishers , Pueblo’s new pro arena football team joining the National Arena League. Lisa shares the full journey—from starting as a fan in Wyoming to building a championship-caliber team from the ground up. She breaks down the decision to choose Pueblo as the team’s home,...

Episode Description: In this heartfelt episode of Elevate Each Other , host Freddie Martinez sits down with James Romero, a Pueblo native, former car finance manager, boxing enthusiast, and current mortgage loan officer with Edge Home Finance. James opens up about his deep ties to Pueblo—from working at Musso Farms as a kid to volunteering at Central High as a wrestling coach—and how those roots s...

In this episode of Elevate Each Other , host Freddie Martinez sits down with multi-talented creative and community advocate Jason Gutiérrez. From his roots in abstract art and improvisational cooking to his current work with Old Dirty Bins and White Rabbit Beads, Jason shares how creativity and community shape everything he does. Jason talks about building Pueblo’s first trash bin sanitation and p...

In this powerful episode of Elevate Each Other , host Freddie Martinez sits down with Tammy Prutch, Program Director at CASA of Pueblo. Tammy shares her personal journey from Southern California to Pueblo and how her passion for advocating for children led her to CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates). Learn how CASA of Pueblo has been a lifeline for abused and neglected children in the court sy...

In this debut episode, Freddie Martinez introduces his Farmers Insurance agency team and shares the inspiration behind the Elevate Eachother podcast. Meet Serena and Naomi, hear their powerful stories, and discover how this agency is serving Pueblo and beyond with heart, purpose, and community-first values. Featuring: Freddie Martinez, Serena Pacheco, and Naomi Hernandez.