The Amplify Worthington Podcast

We HIGHLY RECOMMEND watching this episode instead of Listening. You can do that here ! On this extraordinary Thanksgiving episode Of "The Amplify Worthington Podcast' the producers snatch the mic and take over the show! Join the laughter, banter, and good vibes as they spin their favorite clips from the past year with Matt and David. It's a rollercoaster of highlights, giggles, and a sprinkle of b...

From deer to train whistles, David McCorkle, Assistant City Manager and Economic Development Director, answers community-submitted questions.

FCBank President and former Chamber Board Chairwoman Jenny Saunders talks about the importance of businesses being involved in the community, the impact of recent interest rate increases, and what the future might look like.

William Murdock, Executive Director, Mid-Ohio Regional Planning Commission (MORPC) shares about regional developments, updates to the 2050 population forecast for central Ohio and discusses the impact Amtrak would have in our community.

This special episode is your opportunity to hear from all seven candidates running for Worthington City Council. Chamber President Matt Lofy sits with each to ask what they believe are the biggest challenges our community faces and if elected how they intend to address those challenges.

Nick Linkenhoker, Executive Director, Worthington Resource Pantry shares the story and community impact of the Worthington Resource Pantry through the years. He also talks about the increasing need for donations as demand grows to combat food insecurity in our community.

Matt Gregory, Senior VP Office Brokerage, NAI Ohio Equities discusses post pandemic trends in the commercial office market, the impact of Class A office space and second generation space on the market and what Worthington as a “built-out” community can do to remain competitive with neighboring communities in central Ohio.

David McCorkle, Assistant City Manager and Economic Development Director answers questions submitted by residents. He covers topics like the latest on the hiring process of our next City Manager, the industrial/ North East corridor study, what’s going on with the mall project, and the Vision Statements that the city council adopted in 2020.

Adrian Sullivan, Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Worthington Industries shares about the conversations being had within Worthington’s largest employer and what we can be talking about at home.

Jim Gokenbach, owner of Zaftig Brewing Company, gives us the juicy details of their new offerings, partnership with Columbus Crew SC, and why they have called Worthington home since 2013.

Kim Goodman, Executive Director of the Peggy R. McConnell Arts Center, shares about changes to the Worthington Arts Festival , June 17-18, and what to expect from the MAC this year.

David fields listener submitted questions ranging from transportation and Amtrak to celebrating Juneteenth in Worthington and more.

Worthington Schools Superintendent Dr. Trent Bowers discusses updates from the district, partnerships with area businesses preparing our future workforce, and his favorite subject in school. It’s #WorthIt

David and Matt discuss what the Worthington Area Chamber is, its impact beyond the greater Worthington business community, and the value they create for their member. From business resources to community events, they discuss it all.

Annina Parini, Executive Director of The Worthington Partnership and Beth Dekker, Tourism Director, Experience Worthington, discuss the April return of the outdoor Worthington Farmers Market, upcoming Sunday Fundays and everything to plan for in the months ahead.

In this episode of Amplify Worthington, Matt and David sit down with Matt McCollister, Executive Vice President at One Columbus. Matt talks about a successful 2022, the impacts of Intel within the Columbus region, and what to expect in 2023.

Matt and David sit down to answer your questions. From how the city helps support small businesses, to rumors about the new businesses and entertainment use at the High North development, along with updates on the proposed Snow House hotel project, they have the answers! If you have any questions that weren’t answered in this episode, please send them to us at AmplifyWorthington@gmail.com . We wou...

Join Matt Lofy, Executive Director of the Worthington Area Chamber and David McCorkle, Assistant City Manager and the Economic Development Director for the City of Worthington as they sit down with Matt Davis, founder and CEO of COhatch. Davis discusses what COhatch is, how they got their start in Worthington, current office trends coming out of the pandemic, and what might be next for COhatch.