Get Your Chat on with GYC Vegas

Gina Yager gets her chat on with Kodi Wilson, Campus Director of National Technical Institute (NTI) in Las Vegas. Kodi discusses NTI's educational programs, his journey from a career in plumbing and HVAC to leading campus operations, and the mission driving their work in technical education. He shares insights on what motivates him daily, how NTI pushes boundaries in trades education, offers valua...

Host Gina Yager gets her chat on with Lee Papa, internationally recognized Mindfulness & Meditation Speaker, Trainer, Coach and Author. They discuss the power of mindfulness in personal and professional life, including the definition of mindfulness, Lee's journey to becoming a mindfulness expert, and how mindfulness can push the boundaries of what's possible in business. Lee Papa also shares v...

Gina Yager gets her chat on with Lisa Holmquist, Founder & CEO of Down Syndrome Connections Las Vegas. They discuss the crucial support provided to the Down syndrome community, including comprehensive services offered by the organization, key milestones in its development, and the upcoming DS>>>CONNECT24 conference. Lisa Holmquist also shares valuable lessons learned as a nonprofit fo...

Gina Yager gets her chat on with Scott Muelrath, President & CEO of the Henderson Chamber of Commerce. Scott discusses the Chamber's services and how it supports its members, his journey to leading the organization, and how he discovered his calling in chamber leadership. He shares insights on the driving mission behind his work, what motivates him daily, and the Chamber's community involvemen...

Gina Yager gets her chat on with Cindy Goussak, Executive Director and Co-Founder of Collaboration Center, a nonprofit serving individuals and families impacted by intellectual, developmental, physical, and learning disabilities. Cindy discusses the organization's comprehensive services, her journey to co-founding the center, and the mission driving their work. She shares insights on what motivate...

Gina Yager gets her chat on with Mike Cruz, Chief Operations Officer of Dee For Dentist, a leading dental practice with two Las Vegas locations. Mike discusses what makes their practice unique, his journey from small business owner to dental practice COO, and how he discovered his calling in dentistry alongside his wife. He shares insights on their driving mission, daily motivations, and how they...

Host Gina Yager gets her chat on with Devonte Woodson, Co-Founder of Greater Youth Sports Association, a nonprofit empowering at-risk youth through sports and mentorship. Devonte discusses the organization's community impact, his journey to this calling, and the mission fueling his work. He shares motivating factors, how he pushes boundaries, and advice for new entrepreneurs. Learn more about Grea...

Host Gina Yager gets her chat on with Britt Whalen, CEO of La Critique, a Concierge & Hospitality Consulting Firm. Britt shares how she realized her true calling, key milestones that shaped her career, and the driving mission behind her work. She discusses motivating factors, giving back to the Las Vegas community, pushing boundaries, and valuable lessons for aspiring entrepreneurs. Learn more...

Host Gina Yager gets her chat on with Rhonda Sciortino, author, advocate, and founder of the Prevent Child Trafficking Vegas Community Initiative. Rhonda reveals how she discovered her calling to serve others, key career milestones, and motivating factors. She discusses pushing boundaries, valuable entrepreneurial lessons, and shares how to get involved with Prevent Child Trafficking Vegas. Learn...

Host Gina Yager gets her chat on with podcast partner Coby Sherlock, the Producing Branch Leader & Loan Officer with The Sherlock Team at CrossCountry Mortgage. Coby shares the inspiration behind starting his own mortgage company, its core mission, community giveback efforts, and advice for new entrepreneurs. He discusses embracing innovation, an exciting current project, and what he loves abo...

Host Gina Yager gets her chat on with Nick Cope, Real Estate Advisor for Team Farnham, Fiv Realty. Nick discusses his journey from the nightlife industry to real estate, his mission and values as a realtor, and how he embraces innovation in a changing market. Nick also shares what he loves about his job, insights into giving back to the Las Vegas community, and advice for new entrepreneurs. Learn...

Host Gina Yager gets her chat on with Carl May, Director of Flight Operations at All In Aviation. Learn all about the company, its programs and Carl's role, how they stay innovative in a changing world, and what drew Carl from Phoenix to join All In Aviation in Las Vegas. Carl offers advice for aspiring pilots and teases an exciting project he's currently working on. Learn more about All In Aviati...

Host Gina Yager gets her chat on with Kate Porter, Co-Executive Director of the Las Vegas Natural History Museum, learning all about the museum's mission, how they’re staying adaptable to change, and current community engagement initiatives. Kate reveals the most exciting project they're working on and what's on the horizon for the museum. Learn more about the Las Vegas Natural History Museum at w...

Host Gina Yager gets her chat on with Gary Thompson, Attorney and Candidate for Justice of the Peace, Henderson Justice Court, Dept. 1. They discuss Gary's background, his inspiration for practicing law, and his motivation for running for the judicial position. Gary shares his mission and values, how he stays adaptable to change, and his community involvement efforts. He also offers advice for new...

In this inaugural episode, host Gina Yager gets her chat on with Maribel Garcia, Executive Director of the Nevada Blind Children's Foundation. They discuss the organization's mission, programs, and community engagement efforts to support children who are blind or visually impaired. Maribel shares insights into adapting to change, exciting upcoming initiatives, and her passion for the work. Learn m...

Gina Yager, founder & director of GYC Vegas, shares a little about GYC Vegas, the company’s passion and its newest podcast, “Get Your Chat On with GYC Vegas.” Join Gina each week as she gets her chat on with local professionals to uncover the unique stories behind their Las Vegas businesses. Each episode dives deep into an organization's origin, mission, the realities of thriving in this dynam...