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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 their roles in expan...

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. […] The post C...

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's education funding cha...

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 understanding an...

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 […] The post Your Business Can Grow with Local SEO! E47 appeared f...

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 […] The post Fund Your Business for the Future E46 appeared first...

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 […] The post CFO with a Biology Degree? E12 appeared f...

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 […] The post Tech & Government: Behind the Sc...

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 communities to a...

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 […] The post Voicing the Needs for...

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 […] The post Scaling Up: The Role of Virtual Ass...

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 […] Th...

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 in revitalization....

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 […] The post Buil...

Join Karen Nowicki as she hosts CEO Neil Quillin and Chief Revenue Officer J.J. Amdjadi of ProGuard Security Services in this riveting episode. Discover the secrets behind their holistic security approach, where processes, training, and cutting-edge technology converge to deliver unparalleled service. Learn how outsourcing security services not only provides relief to clients but also […] The post...

Empowering Tomorrow: Green Banks, Resiliency and the Energy Transition E49 In this episode of AZ TechCast, Karen Nowicki and Steve Zylstra explore Arizona's energy landscape with Earl Collins, Dre Thompson, and Maren Mahoney, highlighting collaborations between public and private sectors and tribal communities. They discuss the fusion of private investment and public funding to drive […] The post...

Fostering a Culture of Inclusion E24 In this episode, host David Steinmetz introduces Jules Hyde, whose journey into supporting employment for individuals with disabilities is shaped by a passion for empowering others to pursue meaningful work. Hyde shares personal anecdotes and insights into implementing the philosophy of Employment First, advocating for individuals with disabilities to […] The p...

Building Supportive Communities: Prioritizing Well-being & Growth E41 This episode of Culture Crush Business is a real deep dive in the space of building communities that help with growing and positive well being. Kindra deep dives into the journeys of Nathan Coury and Ryan Tomita, two entrepreneurs on a mission to build supportive communities and […] The post Building Supportive Communities:...

The Role of Insurance Brokers in Today's Ever-Changing Landscape In this episode of Phoenix Business Radio, Karen Nowicki hosts Ryan Ferrie and Mary Wilson from Empire Insurance Brokers, as they discuss overcoming financial challenges and achieving a successful acquisition. Ryan and Mary emphasize their partnership's importance, showcasing their adaptability in driving technological advancements a...

Unscripted E23 Chris LaFollette, President/CEO of Arizona Industries for the Blind (AIB) and host David Steinmetz go unscripted and have a very open and direct conversation about eliminating barriers for people who are blind. In this episode they talk about everything from what holds people back, like fear and failure and defining success, to public […] The post Unscripted E23 appeared first on Bu...

Tools for Collaboration and Success: A Chat with Apex Global Solutions The podcast episode features an insightful conversation between Karen Nowicki, Rick Bowers, and Ashley Bowers of Apex GTS Advisors, Inc. Together, they explore the challenges faced by C-suite leaders and the importance of embracing outside assistance to align strategies with company culture. Rick and Ashley […] The post Tools f...

Breaking Barriers: From Counseling to Entrepreneurship with Kelly Zaragoza In this engaging episode, Karen Nowicki chats with Kelly Zaragoza, the innovative mind behind Via at Work, to unravel Kelly's fascinating journey from counseling to entrepreneurship. Kelly shares how her serendipitous encounters and personal experiences fueled her drive to break down barriers to accessing mental health […]...

Workforce Development: From Education to International Innovation E48 In this episode of AZ TechCast, hosts Karen Nowicki and Leslie Marquez engage in a dynamic conversation with a panel of experts representing organizations like the PMI Phoenix Chapter, Proctorio Inc., Digitanity, and Pipeline AZ. Together, they dive into the intricacies of workforce development, exploring strategies to […] The p...