The Collective Podcast

Buckle up, Quad Cities entrepreneurs — the nerds are back! In this lively episode of The Collective Cast, host Lizzy McNett teams up with Bree Hinkel from the Better Business Bureau and tech/security wizard Niles Benghauser for a spirited, laugh-out-loud conversation about Artificial Intelligence, cybersecurity, and the tools that can actually help (or hurt) your small business. From “Is AI going...

Welcome to Celebrating Independence: Mind, Body & Spirit , a wellness-focused conversation about aging well, staying engaged, and preserving dignity at every stage of life. Hosted by Jen Beyst of Brain Builders Health , this series explores the connection between cognitive health, movement, social connection, and quality of life for older adults and their families. In this episode, Jen is join...

In this lively episode of the Collective Cast Wellness Series, Jen Best of the Cognitive Function Development Institute sits down with Program Director Kate Delafield and therapist Mary Meikert to share real-talk summer survival tips. Discover why kids get emotionally dysregulated without routine, how overwhelm often masquerades as defiance, and the simple, fun brain-building activities that stren...

SCAMMERS ARE GETTING BOLDER IN ARIZONA… Is Your Bank Account Ready? Think it won’t happen to you? Think again. In this hard-hitting new episode of The Collective Cast , we expose the real fraud threats happening right now in our state — and give you the exact weapons to fight back. Joining us are three experts on the front lines: Bree Hinkel – Better Business Bureau Miles – Desert Financial Credit...

Retirement isn’t just about saving money — it’s about protecting your health, your wealth, and your peace of mind. In this power-packed episode of The Collective Cast, three of Arizona’s top financial minds — Dave Nacke ( SW Financial) , Steve Savino ( Savino and Associates ) , and Dave Snyder ( David Snyder, CPA PLLC ) — drop practical, no-fluff strategies on financial planning, retirement readin...

Imagine waking up with sharper focus, steadier energy, and the ability to actually follow through on what matters — without relying on caffeine, endless to-do lists, or sheer willpower. What if your brain could feel stronger, calmer, and more efficient, not just busier? In this compelling episode of the Collective Cast Wellness Series , host Jen Beyst , co-founder of the Cognitive Function Develop...

In this raw, heartfelt episode of The Collective Cast Podcast , host Lizzy McNett (co-owner of the Arizona Business Collective) sits down with two Northern Arizona experts for a conversation most people avoid—but desperately need. Join Sue Wielechowski of Circle of Life Alzheimer’s Homes and Caring Causes , who has spent decades ensuring people with dementia live and die with dignity—and that no o...

What if the next level of feeling truly alive is already inside you — waiting to be unlocked through movement, breath, and mindful presence? If you’re craving deeper energy, inner peace, and a stronger connection to your body, this episode of The Collective Cast is your next powerful step on the wellness journey. Join host Jen Beyst of Brain Builders Health for another inspiring conversation in th...

What if the key to finally feeling alive again lives in your brain, your body, and your breath? If you’re tired of just “getting by” and ready for real transformation, this episode of The Collective Cast is your invitation to hope, health, and deep healing. Join host Jen Beyst of Brain Builders Health for an uplifting, eye-opening conversation with two inspiring Arizona experts: Dr. Kimberly Albar...

In this month's Fraudcast on The Collective Cast , we dive deep into the rising threat of local scams targeting mortgages, home equity lines of credit (HELOCs), and property equity in Arizona—especially around Yavapai County. Discover how fraudsters are exploiting homeowners through equity stripping, loan flipping, HELOC account takeovers, forged checks, foreclosure rescue schemes, and sophisticat...

In this episode of Collective Cast , host Jen Beyst, Master Neuroplastician® , is joined by Dr. Sam Downing, MD , a family physician with a focus on geriatric and cognitive health, and Doug Dunker , founder of Prescott Hearing Center , for a conversation about prevention and the systems that influence long-term brain health. Dr. Downing shares insights from his work with aging populations, noting...

In this powerful episode of The Collective Cast Podcast's FraudShield series, host Chris Damron (Arizona Business Collective) is joined by a top-tier panel to expose the most dangerous and emotionally manipulative scams targeting Quad Cities residents right now. Guests: Lizzy McNett ( Elevate Business Solutions ) Justin Teclaw (Branch Manager Prescott - National Bank of Arizona ) Ron Norfleet ( Ya...

Join host Lizzy McNett ( Elevate Business Solutions ) for an honest, no-fluff conversation on what it really takes to run and grow a small business in the Quad Cities. Guests Devin Conner ( Overall Moving ), Kirby Hamby (Edge Business Solutions) , and Chris Damron (Elevate Business Solutions) share their firsthand experiences—covering everything from daily operations and team building to navigatin...

Join The Collective Cast Podcast , produced by Arizona Business Collective, for a must-listen masterclass on keeping more of your hard-earned money! Host Lizzy McNett (Elevate Business Solutions) teams up with wealth-protection experts Wayne Brewer of New Life Financial , David Snyder of David A. Snyder CPA, PLLC , and Chris Damron of Elevate Business Solutions to reveal proven, IRS-approved strat...

Join The Collective Cast Podcast , produced by Arizona Business Collective, as we dive deep into proven strategies for business marketing success! In this power-packed episode, host Janet Robbins sits down with industry experts Todd Beck from Yavapai Broadcasting (My Radio Place) , and Lizzy McNett & Chris Damron from Elevate Business Solutions . We cover everything you need to skyrocket your...

In this empowering episode of  The Collective Cast , host Jen Beyst from CFDI Brain Builders Health teams up with Sue Wielechowski of Caring Causes and Ezra Lavinsky from Forward Momentum Counseling to share heartfelt strategies for staying healthy, grounded, and emotionally resilient through the holiday season. Join this vital conversation that breaks down why it’s perfectly okay to spend th...

In the second episode of Fraud Watch with The Collective Cast , WaFd Bank’s fraud‑prevention expert Justin Teclaw focuses on the scams that most affect seniors and everyday residents of Prescott during the holiday season. Drawing on recent reports from local law‑enforcement, consumer‑protection agencies, and WaFd’s own fraud‑monitoring team, Justin explains: Current fraud trends that specifically...

Join host Lizzy McNett of Elevate Business Solutions on the latest episode of The Collective Cast , the dynamic podcast from the Arizona Business Collective that dives deep into the real-life grit and glory of Arizona's business innovators. Recorded at the BBB Podcast Studio in Prescott, this episode spotlights unbreakable spirits in the face of healthcare hurdles, delivering a powerful reminder t...

Join host Author Lizzy McNett on The Collective Cast , produced by the Arizona Business Collective, for an electrifying roundtable with three powerhouse writers! Explore AI as a creative tool —not a replacement for the human spark—unleashing fresh ideas, ethical prompts, and workflow boosts that keep your voice authentically yours. Guest Bruce Paul (The Artama Legend Series) spills secrets on buil...

Dive into the latest episode of The Collective Cast , produced by Arizona Business Collective, where host Justin Teclaw of WaFed Bank brings together a powerhouse panel of experts to demystify the entrepreneur's journey. Joined by Keven Wells, Prescott Financial; Lizzy McNett of Elevate Business Solutions for organic marketing mastery; and Alex Hays, Owner of Don't Die with Your Business, this unf...

In the newest episode of The Collective Cast Podcast —produced by the Arizona Business Collective—host Justin Teclaw of WaFed Bank leads a powerhouse discussion on safeguarding our community against rising financial threats. Joined by representatives from the Yavapai County Sheriff's Office and Prescott Valley Police Department, along with local CPA David Snyder from Prescott, the panel dives deep...

Hosted by Dr. Brian Lenzkes Dive into The Collective Cast , where host Dr. Brian Lenzkes , a trusted voice in holistic health, explores powerful alternatives to pharmaceuticals. Join us for inspiring conversations on healthy diets, exercise, CBD, senior assisted living, and transformative wellness strategies. Discover how faith, exercise, diet, and knowledge can elevate your health and empower you...

Join Healing Hearts at Destiny House on The Collective Cast , produced by the Arizona Business Collective at the BBB Podcast Studio, hosted by Lizzy McNett, Robin Kuknyo, and Kay Lopez, featuring Lisa Mitts of Destiny House Restoration Center as the main guest. This inspiring podcast explores the transformative journey of sex trafficking survivors, highlighting Lisa’s leadership with the H.E.A.R.T...

Tune into this empowering episode of The Collective Casts - Girl Power Episode, where we spotlight fierce women leading the charge in Northern Arizona! Join host Lizzy McNett alongside Robin Couch of THE CBD Store in Prescott, Kay Lopez of Yavapai Waste Solutions, Lizzy McNett of Elevate Business Solutions, and intuitive healing practitioner Michelle Epple. We dive into our entrepreneurial journey...