John Carter is the President and Chief Operating Officer of Nationwide Financial located in Columbus, Ohio. John assumed his role as President and Chief Operating Officer of Nationwide Financial in 2019. He oversees the company’s retirement plans, life insurance (individual, business, and corporate-owned) and focuses on providing innovative products and solutions that help individuals and businesses’ retirements and financial futures. John advocates for retirement security of America and is a key voice in discussing regulatory and industry conversations impacting retirement planning.

To learn more about Nationwide Financial, visit Nationwide.com.

Tune in today as John sits down with cbuzz host Mikaela Hunt to talk about empowerment and inclusive leadership.

A note about cbuzz production: We are thrilled to be back recording episodes for our Central Ohio community. Stay tuned for new episodes, which will share the stories of some of our best and brightest Columbus Chamber members. Thank you to our listeners for their patience and understanding as we worked to establish a virtual recording setup. You can learn about Capital University here and learn more about cbuzz host Mikaela Hunt here.

Cbuzz is the Columbus Chamber of Commerce’s business-focused podcast and was named Best Business Podcast in 2019 by the Columbus Podcast Awards. The show is produced in partnership with Capital University and its students, and the show is hosted by Mikaela Hunt, brand journalist and storyteller.

As the Founder of Lloyds of Columbus, LLC, ColumbusBlack.com, Co-Founder of MYLE (Make Your Life Entertaining), Co-Founder of Venture Suite, Color Coded Labs and The Ohio Collective. Central Ohio Region, Kevin Lloyd is a serial entrepreneur. Over the past 16 years, Lloyd has acquired a reputation for establishing strong brands and innovative marketing campaigns by leveraging lifestyle-based marketing, social media, and event activation engagement strategies.

To learn more about ColumbusBlack.com, visit ColumbusBlack.com.

Tune in today as Kevin sits down with cbuzz host Mikaela Hunt to talk about establishing strong brands and innovative marketing campaigns.

A note about cbuzz production: We are thrilled to be back recording episodes for our Central Ohio community. Stay tuned for new episodes, which will share the stories of some of our best and brightest Columbus Chamber members. Thank you to our listeners for their patience and understanding as we worked to establish a virtual recording setup. You can learn about Capital University here and learn more about cbuzz host Mikaela Hunt here.

Cbuzz is the Columbus Chamber of Commerce’s business-focused podcast and was named Best Business Podcast in 2019 by the Columbus Podcast Awards. The show is produced in partnership with Capital University and its students, and the show is hosted by Mikaela Hunt, brand journalist and storyteller.

As the Huntington National Bank President, Central Ohio Region, Sue Zazon leads a diverse team of financial services professionals who are committed to serving consumers and businesses across central Ohio. She also oversees the bank’s philanthropic investments for central Ohio, along with all community involvement and Community Reinvestment Act priorities. Sue believes in living purposefully and she has proactively shaped her own path.

To learn more about Huntington National Bank, visit huntington.com.

Tune in today as Sue sits down with cbuzz host Mikaela Hunt to talk about making change one conversation at a time.

A note about cbuzz production: We are thrilled to be back recording episodes for our Central Ohio community. Stay tuned for new episodes, which will share the stories of some of our best and brightest Columbus Chamber members. Thank you to our listeners for their patience and understanding as we worked to establish a virtual recording setup. You can learn about Capital University here and learn more about cbuzz host Mikaela Hunt here.

Cbuzz is the Columbus Chamber of Commerce’s business-focused podcast and was named Best Business Podcast in 2019 by the Columbus Podcast Awards. The show is produced in partnership with Capital University and its students, and the show is hosted by Mikaela Hunt, brand journalist and storyteller.

Juana Williams is the owner of J’s Sweet Treats and Wedding Cakes, the Premier Boutique Bakery located in the heart of Columbus, Ohio. Launching in 2016 after a successful pop-up show, they specialize in making magical memorable moments through edible art.

Juana joins the show to talk about taking a hobby and transitioning it to a thriving business. Her path includes opening a brick-and-mortar location at the start of the pandemic, creating a custom cake for the Disney Channel, and most recently opening a second location in Polaris Mall.

To learn more about J’s Sweet Treats and Cakes, visit jssweettreats.net, or stop by their Parsons Avenue or Polaris Mall location and pick up some sweet treats.

Tune in today as Juana sits down with cbuzz host Mikaela Hunt to talk about taking risks, pivoting, and pursuing a passion.

A note about cbuzz production: We are thrilled to be back recording episodes for our Central Ohio community. Stay tuned for new episodes, which will share the stories of some of our best and brightest Columbus Chamber members. Thank you to our listeners for their patience and understanding as we worked to establish a virtual recording setup. You can learn about Capital University here and learn more about cbuzz host Mikaela Hunt here.

Cbuzz is the Columbus Chamber of Commerce’s business-focused podcast and was named Best Business Podcast in 2019 by the Columbus Podcast Awards. The show is produced in partnership with Capital University and its students, and the show is hosted by Mikaela Hunt, brand journalist and storyteller.

Sarah Cygan is the Chief Experience Officer at Ologie. Through her role, she advocates for both clients and the Ologie team in pursuit of deliberate design and meaningful connections that make an impact.

Ologie has worked with clients like the Greater Columbus Arts Council , Purdue University, and the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum to raise awareness and brand reputation through research, strategy, design, messaging and more.

Sarah joins the show to talk about building an employee-centered culture, the value of taking risks and the importance of being a purpose-focused organization.

Tune in today as Sarah sits down with cbuzz host Mikaela Hunt to talk all things people and strategy.

A note about cbuzz production: We are thrilled to be back recording episodes for our Central Ohio community. Stay tuned for new episodes, which will share the stories of some of our best and brightest Columbus Chamber members. Thank you to our listeners for their patience and understanding as we worked to establish a virtual recording setup. You can learn about Capital University here and learn more about cbuzz host Mikaela Hunt here.

Cbuzz is the Columbus Chamber of Commerce’s business-focused podcast and was named Best Business Podcast in 2019 by the Columbus Podcast Awards. The show is produced in partnership with Capital University and its students, and the show is hosted by Mikaela Hunt, brand journalist and storyteller.

This episode was previously recorded and may not fully reflect the most recent information. You can access the Chamber’s team members here and to join the Chamber here.

The Columbus Chamber of Commerce supports over 2,000 businesses throughout the Central Ohio Region ranging from solo-entrepreneurs to Fortune 500 companies.

It offers services in a variety of areas including workforce and business development, access to savings plans and one-on-one consultations with industry experts. Additionally, the Chamber hosts 20+ events each year with a focus on educational programming and large-scale networking opportunities.

Tune in as Don DePerro, Columbus Chamber president and CEO, sits down with cbuzz host Mikaela Hunt to discuss the reality of operating a business-focused organization amidst a global pandemic, the magic of supporting small businesses and what to expect next from the Chamber.

The Kitchen was founded on friendship, specifically the friendship of Anne Boninsegna and Jen Lindsey. As co-founders of The Kitchen, they’ve created a niche market for unique dining experiences in Columbus, a model that has adapted in completely new ways over the course of the pandemic. 

From take-home cocktail and meal kits to their globally inspired food series, The Kitchen has rooted their reputation as a leader in the participatory dining space.

Tune in today as Jen and Anne discuss the inspiration behind their innovation, the importance of pivoting through change and the value of shifting your perspective with our cbuzz host, Mikaela Hunt.

You can learn more about The Kitchen here: https://www.thekitchencolumbus.com

A note about cbuzz production: We are thrilled to be back recording episodes for our Central Ohio community. Stay tuned for new episodes, which will share the stories of some of our best and brightest Columbus Chamber members. Thank you to our listeners for their patience and understanding as we worked to establish a virtual recording setup. You can learn about Capital University here and learn more about cbuzz host Mikaela Hunt here.

Cbuzz is the Columbus Chamber of Commerce’s business-focused podcast and was named Best Business Podcast in 2019 by the Columbus Podcast Awards. The show is produced in partnership with Capital University and its students, and the show is hosted by Mikaela Hunt, brand journalist and storyteller.

Kristen Easterday is the Director of Communications and Public Affairs for the Columbus Regional Airport Authority, which operates John Glenn International Airport, Rickenbacker International Airport and Botlon Field.

“We are the front door to our community,” said Kristen. “That means if you’re welcoming a potential business client or conventioneers or folks that are coming to visit the amazing entities and attractions that we have in our region, this is their first impression and we want to make sure that it is a good one.”

The Columbus Regional Airport Authority and the businesses with direct ties to each of its airports account for nearly 59,000 jobs and $12.9 billion in total annual economic input. In 2019 alone, John Glenn Internal Airport welcomed 8.6 million passengers to its facilities.

Tune in to the latest episode of cbuzz and hear Kristen’s take on Columbus’ trajectory as a global presence, the importance of community partnerships and what is next for the Columbus Regional Airport Authority amidst adaptations due to the worldwide pandemic.

cbuzz is back with a brand new podcast episode featuring Jonathan Moody, CEO of the award-winning architectural and design firm Moody Nolan. 

Jonathan sits down with Mikaela to discuss the importance of building a thoughtful company culture and the value of design as an act of hope, especially as it pertains to community. 

“Some of the people who need architecture the most are without it…everyone has a need for great design,” said Jonathan.

Moody Nolan is the largest minority-owned architectural firm in the country. Its Central Ohio projects include Huntington Park, the Covelli Multi-Sport Arena at Ohio State and the Martin Luther King Branch for the Columbus Metropolitan Library. 

You can learn more about Moody Nolan and their work here.

A note about cbuzz production: We are thrilled to be back recording episodes for our Central Ohio community. Stay tuned for new episodes, which will share the stories of some of our best and brightest Columbus Chamber members. Thank you to our listeners for their patience and understanding as we worked to establish a virtual recording setup. You can learn about Capital University here and learn more about cbuzz host Mikaela Hunt here.

Cbuzz is the Columbus Chamber of Commerce’s business-focused podcast and was named Best Business Podcast in 2019 by the Columbus Podcast Awards. The show is produced in partnership with Capital University and its students, and the show is hosted by Mikaela Hunt, brand journalist and storyteller.

This episode was previously recorded in winter 2019 and published at a later date.

White Castle was founded nearly 100 years ago and has called Columbus home since 1934. The iconic brand just opened its new headquarters at the end of last year, continuing its relevancy into yet another new decade.

And behind the Castle is Lisa Ingram, who is also affectionately known as the 'Slider Queen'. Lisa is the fourth Ingram to run White Castle and the first woman to lead the company.

Cbuzz host Mikaela Hunt sits down with Lisa to discuss the legacy of the White Castle brand, celebrating a century in business, finding innovation in the food industry and leadership at a family-owned business.