Cailean Bailey is the President of GET Phoenix, a networking group for young professionals. He sits down to talk with Lindsay Moellenberndt to talk about everything GET Phoenix has to offer, what types of events they hold, and how you can get involved!

They covered:

- What are the 3 types of events that are hosted by GET Phoenix?

- Are networking events a good place to make friends?

- How do you make events comfortable for guests?

- Why you shouldn't just talk about work at events

- Ice breakers that you can use when meeting new people

- Should you join a charity board?

- What makes a great speaker?

- Why should young professionals volunteer?

Check out upcoming events for GET Phoenix here:

https://www.getphoenix.org

Follow them on Instagram Here:

https://www.instagram.com/getphoenixaz/

Connect with Lindsay Moellenberndt on Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/azbizlink/

Find Upcoming AZ Bizlink Events Here:

http://azbizlink.com/

Latasha and Lindsay discuss your responsibility as a corporation to be involved in the community with the best practices to get your employees involved as well.

Show Notes:

- Who is Latasha Causey and what does she do?

- What is USAA?

- What is Corporate Social Responsibility?

- How do corporations choose which organizations to work with?

- Should you join a committee?

- What is the standard process of volunteering within organizations?

- What type of employees should I hire?

- How many people is ideal to bring to a charity event?

- Getting people involved in charity work on the weekends

- How do you make charity work exciting for employees?

- How much time should you allocate nonprofit work?

- How to develop a corporate responsibility plan

Connect with Latasha:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/latasha-c...

In this episode you will learn about the city of Scottsdale from Economic Development Program Manager, Mark Paratore. Find out why businesses are moving and the best things to do in Scottsdale.

In this Episode:

- Should I move my business to Scottsdale?

- How quickly is the Scottsdale area growing?

- What does Mark Paratore do for the city?

- What is there to do in Scottsdale?

Connect with Mark and the City of Scottsdale:

Website: https://www.choosescottsdale.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/choosescott...

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/choosescotts...

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/city...

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-a-

On this episode learn about St. Vincent de Paul's mission, how you can get volunteer, and alternative ways you can get involved from Ryan Corry the Director of Development.

In This Episode:

- What is St. Vincent de Paul?

- What are some of the things they do for the needy?

- How fresh food changes the diet of these individuals

- How can you volunteer with St. Vincent de Paul?

- When can you volunteer?

- What tools can help nonprofits?

- What those who can't donate time can do

- What are St. Vincent de Pauls restaurant takeovers?

- How does St. Vincent de Paul help those with health issues?

- Where should you go to get involved?

Connect with Ryan and St. Vincent de Paul:

Website: https://www.stvincentdepaul.net

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/StVincentdeP...

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/svdaz/

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/soci...

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/RyanCorry/

If you are looking to expand into the Phoenix market, Thomas the VP of business development at GPEC has the resources you need to know! Learn about some of the great things to do and places to see within Greater Phoenix on today's episode!

In This Episode:

- What is the Greater Phoenix Economic Council?

- Who is Thomas Maynard?

- What is the average commute time in Phoenix?

- How much has Arizona grown?

- How will the growth of Arizona change the community?

- How many ASU students stay in Arizona?

- What are some things to do in Phoenix?

- Recently moved to Phoenix where do you go?

- Who is interested in the warehouse district?

- Who does GPEC help?

- What are some tools and resources to help businesses be successful?

Connect with Thomas and Greater Phoenix Economic Council:

Website: https://www.gpec.org

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/grea...

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thomas.mayna...

Twitter: @Tom_Maynard

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomas-ma...

On this episode there is guest Denise Gredler the founder and CEO of BestCompanies AZ. Lindsay and Denise discuss how to apply for BestCompanies AZ, industry changes, and building a successful business network.

In This Episode:

- What is BestCompanies AZ?

- How many companies are recognized through BestCompanies AZ?

- What type of industries are represented?

- Is there a size requirement to be nominated within BestCompanies AZ?

- How should companies promote their reward?

- What changes are happening within the Arizona business community?

- Where should companies go if they want to be nominated for an award?

- What should I look for in my next employer?

- What companies in the valley are top in innovation?

- How can companies stand out over social media?

- I am new to the valley, where do I start looking for a job?

- What should I do to start standing out to large corporations?

- How important is nonprofit involvement?

- How have millennials changed the work force?

- What is some advice for young business professionals?

- How to build a successful business network

Connect with Denise and BestCompanies AZ:

Website: https://www.bestcompaniesaz.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BestCompanie...

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bestcompani...

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/best...

Denise on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/denisegre...

Lindsay: https://www.facebook.com/lindsay.moel...

Instagram, http://www.instagram.com/dtk_mint9g/

Lindsay Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindsaymo...

AZ Biz Link produces publications and monthly events focused on workforce and leadership development. We're bringing the resources and the contacts from our events to you via podcasts and will help connect you to all the great people, places, services & companies that can help set you up for personal and professional success.