Phoenix Prosperity Podcast

For Dr. Valentina Leonett, it became the beginning of an incredible journey. In this episode of the Phoenix Prosperity Podcast, Tim Fergestad sits down with Dr. Valentina Leonett, Founder and CEO of New Tempo Family Dental, entrepreneur, speaker, and author of the Reinvention Method. Valentina shares how moving from Venezuela to the United States at age 17 with one dream—to become a dentist—led to...

In this special Phoenix Prosperity Podcast update, the roles are reversed as Dave Dubeau interviews host Tim Fergestad about the current state of his real estate portfolio, what he's seeing in today's multifamily market, and why choosing the right operator matters more than finding the perfect property. Tim shares how his portfolio has evolved from single-family rentals to multifamily value-add co...

In this episode of the Phoenix Prosperity Podcast, Tim Fergestad talks with Chris Mills, co-founder of Infinite Data and creator of EZCIP, a platform designed to help public agencies simplify capital planning and replace complicated spreadsheets with an easy-to-use web-based system. Chris shares how his journey from Australia to the United States eventually led him to work for the City of San Jose...

In this episode of the Phoenix Prosperity Podcast with Tim Fergestad, Tim sits down with Celine Rasborn, owner of PrideStaff North Phoenix and a technology leader with more than 33 years of experience in IT and retail innovation. Celine shares her journey from a global corporate career with Fujitsu to building a people-focused business that helps companies and job seekers thrive in Arizona. Celine...

In this episode of the Phoenix Prosperity Podcast, Tim Fergestad sits down with entrepreneur, advisor, and author Brent Perkins to discuss his new framework, The 40-Day Shift, a practical approach designed to help high performers create more capacity in their lives without sacrificing success. After spending decades building companies and thousands of hours coaching entrepreneurs and executives, B...

What does it take to spend more than a decade training for a career dedicated to preserving sight? In this episode of the Phoenix Prosperity Podcast, Tim Fergestad sits down with renowned vitreoretinal surgeon and ocular oncologist Dr. Matthew Welch to explore the fascinating and deeply meaningful world of retina care. Dr. Welch shares his unexpected path into ophthalmology, revealing how a simple...

In this episode of the Phoenix Prosperity Podcast, Tim Fergestad sits down with entrepreneur and estate jewelry expert Troy Perkins to discuss the fascinating world of rare assets, precious stones, and building businesses with integrity. Troy shares how an unexpected opportunity led him into the jewelry industry and eventually into the specialized world of estate jewelry. Over the past two decades...

In this episode of the Phoenix Prosperity Podcast, Tim Fergestad sits down with Scottsdale physician Dr. Matthew Dorchester, who has spent more than 25 years helping professional athletes and everyday patients improve recovery, optimize hormones, and maintain long-term health. The conversation explores the connection between physical recovery, hormone health, performance, and aging. Dr. Dorchester...

In this episode of the Phoenix Prosperity Podcast with Tim Fergestad, Tim sits down with technologist, entrepreneur, AI innovator, and author Manikandan Chandran to discuss how artificial intelligence is transforming opportunities for entrepreneurs and small business owners. Manikandan shares his inspiring journey from struggling to pay college tuition to building successful technology ventures an...

What does it take to move from frontline emergency medicine into executive healthcare leadership? In this episode of the Phoenix Prosperity Podcast, Tim Fergestad sits down with Dr. Maria Granzotti, a physician executive with decades of experience in emergency medicine, healthcare operations, quality improvement, leadership development, and workforce strategy. Maria shares her journey from practic...

In this episode of the Phoenix Prosperity Podcast, Tim Fergestad sits down with Tyler Francis, President of Francis Roses and Co-CEO of April and Ashley, to explore the fascinating world of rose farming, family business, and agricultural innovation. Tyler shares the remarkable story of how his family’s farming roots began in Arizona nearly a century ago and evolved from cotton farming into one of...

In this episode of the Phoenix Prosperity Podcast, Tim Fergestad sits down with healthcare attorney Nick Meza, Partner at Quarles & Brady and Chair of the firm’s Phoenix Health and Life Sciences Practice Group. Nick shares his deep experience working with pharmacies, physician groups, healthcare innovators, and life sciences companies navigating today’s fast-changing regulatory landscape. Nick...

What does it really take to stay relevant in today’s fast-changing media world? In this episode of the Phoenix Prosperity Podcast, Tim Fergestad sits down with entrepreneur, celebrity interviewer, and media personality Domenick Nati. Domenick shares lessons from interviewing hundreds of celebrities, building viral content with over 100 million views, and adapting to the rapidly evolving digital la...

What happens when artificial intelligence meets legal disputes and economic analysis? In this episode of the Phoenix Prosperity Podcast, Tim Fergestad sits down with Frank Giaoui, CEO of Optimalex, to discuss how AI is changing the way insurance companies, lawyers, and healthcare organizations evaluate risk, predict outcomes, and resolve disputes faster and more fairly. Frank shares the personal s...

In this episode of the Phoenix Prosperity Podcast, Tim Fergestad sits down with Dr. Kevin Masur, a surgeon with Arizona Advanced Surgery, to explore the evolving landscape of healthcare and what it really means for patients. Dr. Masur shares insights from inside a large, multi-specialty private practice that spans across the Phoenix Valley. With services ranging from general and minimally invasive...

In this powerful episode, Tim Fergestad sits down with Phoenix-based entrepreneur Demonte Williams, whose journey from 14 years of incarceration to building multiple businesses is both eye-opening and inspiring. Demonte shares how he rebuilt his life with intention, discipline, and a commitment to growth—while raising his daughter and working full-time. Demonte is the founder of AMC Professionals,...

In this episode of the Phoenix Prosperity Podcast, Tim Fergestad talks with Stephanie Quincy, a partner at Greenberg Traurig and one of Arizona’s top employment litigators. Stephanie shares what business owners and leaders need to know about today’s workplace law issues. She explains why wage and hour claims are becoming more common, how workplace humor can create legal risk, and why leaders need...

In this episode of the Phoenix Prosperity Podcast, Tim Fergestad sits down with serial entrepreneur Sarah Beth Herman, a powerhouse business leader who has built and scaled multiple companies across industries. What started as a job filing charts in a dental office at just 17 years old has evolved into leading over 700 employees across 9 countries and running seven businesses. Sarah Beth shares ho...

In this episode of the Phoenix Prosperity Podcast, Tim Fergestad sits down with Ali Faraj, a seasoned technology leader with over 27 years of experience spanning cybersecurity, enterprise IT, and artificial intelligence. Ali shares his unconventional journey into tech, starting from humble beginnings in Chicago and serving in the Marine Corps, to building a career at the forefront of innovation. W...

In this episode of the Phoenix Prosperity Podcast, Tim Fergestad sits down with W. Scott Jenkins, Phoenix Office Chair at Dorsey & Whitney. Scott shares his journey through nearly 25 years in law, building a fast-growing Phoenix office, and the importance of relationships, mentorship, and giving back to the community. Scott reflects on how he helped launch Dorsey & Whitney’s Phoenix office...

Quantum Computing in Arizona with Greg Pitz In this episode of the Phoenix Prosperity Podcast, Tim Fergestad sits down with Greg Pitz, founder of AZ Quantum Computing, to explore one of the most exciting and complex frontiers in technology—quantum computing. Greg shares how his company operates across three key areas: custom quantum programming, consulting across quantum computing, sensing, and co...

In this episode of the Phoenix Prosperity Podcast with Tim Fergestad, Tim sits down with Dr. Midhat Patel, a shoulder and elbow surgeon at Banner University Medical Center. Dr. Patel shares how modern sports medicine is changing and how new tools are helping patients get better care. Dr. Patel talks about Banner’s sports medicine facility in Scottsdale and how it was built to be a one-stop place f...

In this episode of the Phoenix Prosperity Podcast with Tim Fergestad, Tim sits down with Dr. Ajay Bhatnagar, founder of the Prostate Cancer Institute of America, to talk about a prostate cancer treatment that many patients may not know enough about: low-dose rate brachytherapy. Dr. Bhatnagar explains how brachytherapy works, why it can offer excellent outcomes with fewer side effects for the right...

What if the places where we live and work could help us feel calmer, healthier, and more focused? In this episode, Tim Fergestad talks with Dr. Esther Sternberg, a physician, scientist, and leader in integrative medicine, about how buildings and spaces can shape human health. Dr. Sternberg shares how her work began with research on the mind-body connection and grew into a mission to design spaces...

In this episode, Tim Fergestad sits down with Dr. Rahul Doshi, Chief of Cardiovascular Medicine, Network Director of Electrophysiology, and Professor of Medicine at HonorHealth. Dr. Doshi shares a clear and fascinating look into the world of cardiac electrophysiology, the field that focuses on the heart’s electrical system and the treatment of rhythm disorders. Dr. Doshi explains how the heart dep...