Plano Chamber of Commerce: Business Unleashed

In this episode of the Plano Chamber Business Unleashed podcast, host LaChaya Terry speaks with Carmen Vitton, owner of Vio Med Spa Plano. They discuss the differences between med spas and day spas, the various services offered at Vio Med Spa, and the importance of choosing a qualified provider. Carmen shares insights on common misconceptions about med spas, the significance of staff training, and...

In this episode of the Business Unleashed podcast, we sit down with our talented interns, Yakibeth and Marcellus, to explore their inspiring future aspirations. Yakibeth, a budding entrepreneur, shares her plans to attend a university with a strong business program, while continuing to grow her cultural business, Yhoaki. Marcellus, a senior, dreams of attending Johns Hopkins University to pursue a...

In this episode of Business Unleashed, host LaChaya Terry engages with Harry LaRosiliere and Armani Miller Jackson from The Kravitz Group at UBS to discuss essential strategies for entrepreneurs aiming to build and preserve wealth. Topics include asset protection, succession planning, tax-efficient investing, and aligning personal and business financial goals. The conversation also touches on emer...

EOS is an operating system that helps businesses simplify and clarify how they run their business. It focuses on aligning the team on one vision, hiring the right people, and implementing processes. The ideal clients for EOS are businesses with 10 or more employees and around $5 million in revenue. Working with an EOS implementer involves learning the tools and disciplines of EOS, building out the...

In this episode of Business Unleashed: A Plano Chamber Podcast, presented by Baylor Scott & White Plano, we’re joined by Dr. John Marcucci, Chief Medical Officer at Baylor Scott & White – Plano, to explore the DIEP Flap breast reconstruction procedure. Dr. Marcucci explains how this innovative approach to breast reconstruction offers a more natural alternative for women post-mastectomy by using th...

Vincent Allen and Rob Taylor discuss the legal considerations and challenges businesses face when adopting AI technologies. They highlight the importance of understanding intellectual property rights, potential copyright infringement, and protecting confidential information. They also emphasize the need for compliance with privacy laws, addressing bias and discrimination, and ensuring accuracy and...

Eric Danielson, Managing Director and Head of Real Estate Development at NextPoint, discusses the Texas Research Quarter project in Plano, Texas. The project involves the redevelopment of the former EDS campus into a life sciences ecosystem. The Texas Research Quarter aims to attract large-scale life science manufacturing companies and create a live-work-play environment.

Jessica Nemmers, CISO for Flare Data Systems, shares her journey from being a professional ballerina to a cybersecurity expert. She discusses the biggest cyber threats to small and medium-sized businesses, such as ransomware and data theft, and emphasizes the importance of having a cybersecurity plan in place. Jessica also provides resources and advice for businesses looking to improve their cyber...

In this episode, we sit down with Emily Bell Wooten from Flair Data Systems to delve into the vital topic of cybersecurity. Emily shares her unique career path, emphasizing the importance of connections and networking in the tech industry. We discuss the staggering cost of cybercrime, the alarming frequency of email security incidents, and the critical need for education and resources to protect b...

In this episode of the Business Unleashed podcast, we sat down with Nate Howe, the Chief Information Security Officer for the University of Texas at Dallas, about cybersecurity. We discuss the importance of cybersecurity for small businesses and the creation of a cybersecurity checklist tailored for the small business community. Nate emphasizes the need for education and training in cybersecurity,...

In this episode, the Carole Greisdorf, Sharon Bradley, and Jarvis Archibald discuss the Leadership Plano program and its impact on leadership development and community engagement. They highlight the mission of Leadership Plano, which is to educate, develop, and empower current and future leaders for the community. The program includes an overnight retreat and monthly meetings that cover various as...

Bob Kehr, CTO and owner of Kehr Technologies, discusses cybersecurity threats and best practices for small businesses. He emphasizes the importance of identifying critical data, developing a business continuity plan, and implementing layers of protection. Bob also highlights emerging trends in cybersecurity, such as AI and cyber-attacks for hire. He encourages businesses to foster a culture of sec...

In this episode, Heather Wagemann interviews Jeremy Hardy, about the importance of mental health and suicide prevention. Jeremy shares his journey in the mental health field. They discuss the barriers to mental health care, the stigma surrounding mental health, and the need for more resources and support. Jeremy also highlights the role of businesses in promoting mental wellness and suggests pract...

In this episode of Business Unleashed, listeners will hear from past and present Plano Chamber of Commerce Board Chairs, Emily Zoog and Mike Lawson, about their experiences leading the organization and their reflections on the past year. The conversation is led by Plano Chamber President and CEO Kelle Marsalis, who provides insights into the Chamber's role in advocating for its members and support...

In this episode, listeners will hear from Scott, an account executive, and Leanne, the editor, from Community Impact, about how a connection made through the Plano Chamber of Commerce led to a new career opportunity for Scott. The episode also explores the company culture at Community Impact, including their approach to community involvement and giving back, and how the Plano Chamber has helped th...

In this episode of the Plano Pulse podcast, we had the pleasure of speaking with the Director of Volunteering at CASA of Collin County Natasha Lawry, who shared insights into the organization's mission and impact on the local community. CASA, which stands for Court Appointed Special Advocates, recruits and trains volunteers to advocate for abused and neglected children in the court system. Natasha...

In this episode, listeners will learn about the common causes of back and neck pain, treatment options available, and prevention strategies for maintaining back and neck health. Elizabeth Clark, Spine Nurse Practitioner, team leader of the Back and Neck Center, Dr. John F. Marcucci, and Lori LeMay, Regional Director of Neurosciences Physicians from Baylor Scott and White Back and Neck Center join...

With cold and flu season upon us, it's important to make sure we're prepared to keep our families healthy. In this episode of the Plano Pulse, we're joined by Dr. Carla Garcia Carreno, an Infectious Disease Specialist from Children's Health. She'll be sharing valuable insights on how to keep your child healthy during the winter months, including what types of illnesses and viruses to be aware of a...

Welcome to the Plano Pulse! This episode is completely unscripted, and we're giving you an inside look into the Plano Chamber of Commerce. This week, we're joined by President and CEO, Kelle Marsalis, Emily Zoog 2022 Chair of the Board, and Ryan Minter Director of Engagement. They will be discussing the highlights of 2022, sharing their insights on Leadership Plano, and giving an overview of upcom...

Tune in to the latest episode of the Plano Pulse podcast, featuring guests Katherine Hahn & Nathan Gong, the Plano Chamber 2022 Summer Interns. Our hosts, Kelle Marsalis (President & CEO) and Emily Zoog (2022 Chair of the Board) chatted with Katherine & Nathan all about their internship experience through the Plano Mayor Summer Internship Program. Listen in to hear more!

Tune in to the latest episode of the Plano Pulse podcast, featuring guest Abbie Alter - Founder of Plano Moms. Our hosts, Kelle Marsalis (President & CEO) and Emily Zoog (2022 Chair of the Board) chatted with Abbie about all things Plano Moms, the importance of community - especially for small businesses, and her experience at Facebook HQ. Listen in to hear more!

Happy Pride Month! Our hosts, Kelle Marsalis (President & CEO) and Emily Zoog (2022 Chair of the Board) were joined by Lisa Howe, Vice President of Membership & Programs at the North Texas LGBT Chamber of Commerce, to talk to us more about the services provided by the LGBT Chamber, how the business community has changed for LGBTQ professionals and business owners since the Chamber's launch in 2005...

Our latest episode of Plano Pulse features Rusty Smith, President, Justice Group at Tyler Technologies. Rusty helps oversee Tyler Technologies software implemented by Courts and Public Safety agencies in 11 countries and 49 U.S. states, serving more than 100 million citizens. Tune is for Rusty's conversation with Kelle Marsalis (President & CEO) and Emily Zoog (2022 Chair of the Board) about the b...

Our latest episode of Plano Pulse features Matt Cooper, CEO of Skillshare - an online learning community with thousands of classes on topics including illustration, web development, creative writing, business analyticsm and more. Listen in to hear his conversation with Kelle Marsalis (President & CEO) and Ryan Minter (Director of Engagement) with the Plano ISD alum about everything Skillshare, inc...

This episode of Plano Pulse features Brian Lyons, Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and Title IX Coordinator for Plano ISD. Our hosts, Kelle Marsalis (President & CEO) and Emily Zoog (2022 Chair of the Board), spoke with Brian about Plano ISD's DEI goals, his Leadership Plano (LP) experience and upcoming role as LP Chair, his background and career in education, and... Wisconsin? Tune in...