Phoenix Business Radio

People First to Build Great Businesses E49 In this episode of “Arizona Good Business Radio,” host Thomas Barr introduces Niki Ramirez, the founder of HR Answers.org, highlighting her deep-rooted connection with Local First Arizona. Her passion for fostering positive work environments and supporting small businesses through tailored HR solutions is evident as she discusses common [&#823...

Connecting Communities: The Impact of BEAD Funding on Internet Access E52 In the latest episode of AZ Tech Cast, hosts Steve Zylstra and Karen Nowicki discuss the impact of BEAD funding on internet access in Arizona with experts Sandip Bhowmick, Ben Elkins, and Kelly LeBlanc. Steve and Karen introduce the Arizona Technology Council’s role in […]

Strategically Planning for 2025 and Beyond S2E5 In this episode of “The Future of Work”, hosts Al Loveland and Kyle McIntosh introduce their guests, Scott Romeo and Ed Wold. Scott, a seasoned strategy expert, and Ed, a patent agent, discuss their backgrounds and emphasize the importance of a strategic approach in business, exploring the balance […]

Avoiding Financial Pitfalls: Tax Tips from Hubert Johnson Karen Nowicki, host of Phoenix Business Radio, welcomed Hubert Johnson from Guardian Tax Law, discussing his journey from aspiring history teacher to tax attorney and his commitment to providing better customer service since founding his firm in 2018. Hubert emphasized the importance of correct guidance, whether clients […]

Outside the Comfort Zone E13 In this Financial Footsteps podcast, Chad Dean, CEO of Integrated Management Resources, interviews John Mallouk, who shares his journey from Long Island to becoming a CPA and Chief Financial Officer at Sibi. John describes his transition from engineering to accounting at Ole Miss, his career launch at KPMG, and emphasizes […]

Awareness Leads to Change E27 In the podcast Changing the Perception of Blindness, host David Steinmetz and guest Barbara Hinske explore the importance of inclusion for people with disabilities. Barbara, a lawyer-turned-novelist, discusses her journey into disability awareness through her book Guiding Emily and her experience transitioning it into a Hallmark movie. They address the […]

Founded on Integrity E1 In this episode of “Practicing with Integrity,” host Dr. Daniel Galindo kicks off the podcast by welcoming Rob Dinker, the founder and CEO of Integrity Dental Services. Rob takes us through the fascinating journey of his company, which started in 2019 just before the pandemic, and has seen rapid growth ever […]

In the latest Arizona Good Business Radio episode, Thomas Barr explores Arizona’s craft beer scene with Cale Aylsworth with OHSO Brewery + Distillery, Andrew Bauman from the Arizona Craft Brewers Guild, and Brad Miles from Arizona Wilderness Brewing Company. Despite being 43rd nationally in breweries per capita, Arizona’s craft beer industry is booming. Six new […]

Adapting to Growth: CEO Strategies and Coaching Benefits In this engaging episode of Phoenix Business Radio, Karen Nowicki welcomes Stuart Wachs and DeeAnn Palin from OnPoint Impact, highlighting their focus on business growth for privately held companies through coaching services. Stuart and DeeAnn discuss their unique approach, leveraging shared values and experiences from Vistage, a […]

Driving Independence through Technology E26 In the episode hosted by David Steinmetz, Changing the Perception of Blindness becomes a compelling journey through the evolution and impact of assistive technology. Anat Nulman and Seth Leblond join the conversation, illuminating how innovations in OCR and smartphones not only empower visually impaired individuals but also drive broader technological [&...

Expanding Footprints: Proguard’s Journey into Arizona’s Security Market In a recent episode of Phoenix Business RadioX, Karen Nowicki hosted Proguard Security Services, highlighting their expansion into Arizona with a focus on Phoenix and Tucson. Nils Welin and J.J Amdjadi discussed Proguard’s offerings in manned guarding, security patrols, and advanced technologies, alongside th...

Cybersecurity: Its Importance & the Impact of AI E51 This episode of AZ TechCast explores cybersecurity’s pivotal role and AI’s transformative impact, hosted by Steve Zylstra and Karen Nowicki. Guests Mark Dallmeier, JR Garcia, and Helen Patton emphasize proactive cybersecurity strategies and the dual nature of AI in enhancing threat detection while posing governance challenges. [&...

Community Support in Action: Treasures 4 Teachers’ Role in Arizona’s Education Landscape In a recent Phoenix Business RadioX episode, Karen Nowicki hosted Treasures 4 Teachers, celebrating their 20-year legacy in Tempe, Arizona. Kami Galvani, Joy Klein, and Christopher Cordes discussed the organization’s pivotal role in alleviating financial burdens on teachers amid Arizona&#8217...

Fostering Psychological Safety and Accountability E42 On the “Culture Crush Business Podcast,” host Kindra Maples introduces Jonathan Bennett, an executive coach from ClearlyThen Inc., and Amy Looper, CEO of Resilient Growth. They delve into the evolving acceptance of mental health discussions in the workplace, emphasizing the importance of bridging generational gaps in leadership unde...

Your Business Can Grow with Local SEO! E47 Join host Thomas Barr on an inspiring episode of Arizona Good Business as he sits down with Isaac and Kim from LocalFi, a cutting-edge digital marketing company specializing in SEO. Dive into their discussion on the power of enhancing opportunities for local businesses to thrive online! In […]

Fund Your Business for the Future E46 In this episode of Arizona Good Business, Jason Lowry, with Local First Arizona, and Melissa Harlan, owner of Drink Me Tea Room in Tempe discuss opportunities for local businesses to access the Green Loan Fund. Melissa shares her journey becoming a small business owner. Despite the challenges of […]

CFO with a Biology Degree? E12 In this episode of “Financial Footsteps’ Candid Conversations with Financial Leaders,” host Chad Dean interviews Arvind Bobra, CFO of Lesson, who shares his career journey from his roots in Arizona to his initial foray into investment banking and his pursuit of an MBA at Columbia University. Arvind highlights the […]

Tech & Government: Behind the Scenes with Local Business Leaders E50 In the 50th episode of Az TechCast, Karen Nowicki and Paisley Coxsey host a discussion on government contracting with Lisa Rehurek, Jenny Servo, and Sonia Vohnout, highlighting the nuances of state and local contracts, SBIR, and STTR programs. Lisa, Jenny, and Sonia stress the […]

Humanity 101: Promoting Fundamental Human Values In this episode of Phoenix Business Radio, host Karen Nowicki welcomes Neal Lester, the founding director of Project Humanities at ASU, to discuss the initiative’s mission of fostering understanding through conversations on societal issues like menstrual equity and body positivity. Neal highlights Project Humanities’ engagement with communitie...

Voicing the Needs for Change E25 Host David Steinmetz discusses advocacy for people with disabilities, stressing the importance of voicing needs for change. CEO Sharon Giovinazzo, of The Lighthouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired of San Francisco, shares her journey from vision loss due to multiple sclerosis to leadership, emphasizing the need for opportunity […]

Scaling Up: The Role of Virtual Assistants in Business Growth In this Phoenix Business RadioX episode, host Karen Nowicki introduces Sean Connolly, CEO of Scale Virtually, who shares his journey from a stressed CEO to achieving business growth through hiring a virtual assistant (VA). This pivotal move led him to create Scale Virtually, helping other […]

Navigating Addiction: Education, Intervention, and Support Host Karen Nowick leads an engaging discussion on addiction with guests Carey Davidson and Stephanie Siete, who emphasize the urgent need for education and intervention to combat substance abuse. Highlighting the rise of opioid-related deaths, particularly among youth due to fentanyl-laced pills, they stress the importance of providing sup...

Maximizing Business Revenue: Insights from Financial Specialists In this episode, Karen Nowicki is joined by Jim Hilliard and Patrick Talley, discussing a class action lawsuit against Visa and Mastercard for overcharging businesses before the May 31st deadline. They emphasize their backgrounds in law enforcement and financial services, detailing their process of forensic auditing to recover [&#823...

Miami’s Journey: Building a Brighter Future through Collaboration and Education In this episode of Phoenix Business Radio, Karen Nowicki is joined by Evelyn Vargas, the economic development director, and Richard Ramos, the incoming superintendent, for the Town of Miami, Arizona. They discuss Miami’s past, present, and future, stressing collaboration and education’s pivotal role i...

Building Business Communities: The Impact of CEO Forums On this episode of Phoenix Business RadioX, Karen Nowicki welcomes George Sezemsky and Allan Himmelstein from Score Greater Phoenix Chapter to discuss their innovative program, CEO Forums, aiming to provide peer support and problem-solving for business owners based on proven success in California. Emphasizing Score’s role in […]