I am Voz Podcast

Send us a text Erica Sanchez is a franchise consultant, developer, and former franchisor with over 15 years of experience in corporate leadership and franchising. She scaled a brand from three locations to thirteen before exiting, and in this conversation she shares real-world insight into why most business owners fail when they try to franchise — and how to do it the right way. This episode goes...

Send us a text Want a real look at how agents can win when the market isn’t easy? We sit down with managing broker Melissa Schwartz of Realty One Group Paradise Valley to unpack what actually moves the needle: listening, legal fluency, and hyperlocal market insight. Arizona may be adding jobs at a rapid clip, but buyers still hesitate as rates and headlines fuel uncertainty. Melissa breaks down ho...

Send us a text Ever wonder how a DJ’s instinct to read a room can translate into closing deals, building community, and creating real financial freedom? We sit down with Brian Bressler—22, newly rooted in the Valley, insurance broker, and founder of The Closing Table—to trace the leap from cross-country move to meaningful momentum. The story runs on courage and craft: driving west with a trailer,...

Send us a text What separates the 13% of real estate agents who succeed from the 87% who fail? Lance Billingsley, VP of Development for Navi Title and host of the 13% Podcast, reveals the stark realities and powerful strategies that can transform your business approach. This conversation cuts through the noise of generic "mindset" advice to deliver something more valuable: practical wisd...

Send us a text Dave Waltzer - Live from Plexus Business Expo  From military service across the globe to founding one of Arizona's most authentic networking communities, Dave Walter's journey exemplifies how genuine human connection transforms businesses and lives.  In this candid conversation, Dave reveals his personal philosophy—aligned with God, country, and family—and how these values...

Send us a text What will people say about you when you're gone? Are you intentionally creating the legacy you want, or leaving it to chance? Legacy isn't something that begins at the end of your life—it's being written right now through every action you take. In this powerful, heart-stirring talk, we explore how most of us "die busy," tracking meaningless tasks without ass...

Send us a text Andres Molina live at "Thriving in this Economy" Plexus Business Expo. Andres Molina is a real estate investor, hotel owner, and international entrepreneur operating across the U.S. and Mexico. Based in Phoenix, Arizona, he specializes in transforming overlooked properties and businesses into high-performing assets. From residential infill projects in Phoenix to land devel...

Send us a text In this enlightening conversation with loan officer and branch manager Juan Arce of Geneva Financial , we peel back the layers of what makes real estate truly transformative—both as an investment vehicle and as a life-changing path to financial freedom. Juan's approach to mortgage lending stands in stark contrast to the transactional nature that dominates the industry. "It...

Send us a text From a fifth-grade penny drive to save the rainforest to creating a platform that celebrates Arizona's most impactful charitable organizations, Liz's journey with the Arizona Nonprofit Awards represents the power of combining marketing expertise with community passion. The Arizona Nonprofit Awards addresses a critical gap in the nonprofit ecosystem - while organizations ma...

Send us a text From a construction site to Hollywood's most glittering red carpets, Luis Medina's extraordinary journey captivates and inspires. This Mexican immigrant who once worked 60-hour weeks in warehouses now films premieres for Disney, Marvel, and Lucasfilm, standing shoulder to shoulder with stars like Diego Luna and capturing moments in James Cameron's private studio. What...

Send us a text Prove It to Yourself: Sergio Torres’ Journey from Doubt to Domination How do you go from doubt to domination in business and life? In this powerful episode of I Am Voz , host DJ Voz sits down with Sergio Torres —a professional videographer, entrepreneur, director, and Multimedia Director for Coli Studios —to uncover the raw truth about taking the leap into entrepreneurship.   What Y...

Send us a text Hustle, Heart & Agave – The David Tyda Success Story Presented by: ‪ Coli Studio Welcome to the debut episode of I AM VOZ PODCAST – Presented by CoLi Studios! In this powerful, unfiltered conversation, DJ Voz sits down with David Tyda – a top entrepreneur, festival producer, and co-owner of the iconic Barcoa Agaveria in Downtown Phoenix. In this viral-worthy episode, David share...