Guiding Growth

This guest grew up in Scottsdale and got his start in restaurants in the 1970's. He attended the University of Arizona before moving to Texas where he worked for American Airlines. Eventually, he found his way back Arizona where he became a partner in the well renowned Joe's Real BBQ, and later Joe's Farm Grill and then Topo. His serves as a community leader in many forms, is a graduate of Gilbert Leadership class 8, welcome, Tad Peelen.

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Guiding Growth: Conversations with Community Leaders

Join our hosts, Sarah Watts and Ben Kalkman, as we explore the human journey of leaders - their stories of humility, triumph, roadblocks, and lessons learned - as they reflect on how they became who they are today and share stories of inspiration and hope with listeners. We'll take away the title, just for a moment, and enjoy a connection with the soul.

Be sure to subscribe to our show for more interviews with community leaders.

This podcast is brought to you by the Gilbert Chamber of Commerce and Rocket SPACE. Learn more about our show at https://guidinggrowth.co. View our Privacy Policy at https://rocketspaceaz.com/privacy

Our guest today is a 23 year veteran of the Gilbert Fire and Rescue Department and has served in public safety for more thank 30 years. He grew up in Moon Valley, attended Thunderbird High School, is a graduate of University of Arizona and recently received a Master's in Public Administration from Park University. He and his wife, Sally, moved to Gilbert in 2002 where they raised their daughter. He now serves as our Assistant Fire Chief

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Guiding Growth: Conversations with Community Leaders

Join our hosts, Sarah Watts and Ben Kalkman, as we explore the human journey of leaders - their stories of humility, triumph, roadblocks, and lessons learned - as they reflect on how they became who they are today and share stories of inspiration and hope with listeners. We'll take away the title, just for a moment, and enjoy a connection with the soul.

Be sure to subscribe to our show for more interviews with community leaders.

This podcast is brought to you by the Gilbert Chamber of Commerce and Rocket SPACE. Learn more about our show at https://guidinggrowth.co. View our Privacy Policy at https://rocketspaceaz.com/privacy

This guest started his career as a copy machine salesman in downtown Los Angeles and eventually found himself in Gilbert where he founded Prosperity North Advisors in 2015. He holds an MBA from GCU and is a very proud husband and father to two boys. He is a bass guitar playing, fisherman, and family man. Welcome, Casey Kendel. 

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Guiding Growth: Conversations with Community Leaders

Join our hosts, Sarah Watts and Ben Kalkman, as we explore the human journey of leaders - their stories of humility, triumph, roadblocks, and lessons learned - as they reflect on how they became who they are today and share stories of inspiration and hope with listeners. We'll take away the title, just for a moment, and enjoy a connection with the soul.

Be sure to subscribe to our show for more interviews with community leaders.

This podcast is brought to you by the Gilbert Chamber of Commerce and Rocket SPACE. Learn more about our show at https://guidinggrowth.co. View our Privacy Policy at https://rocketspaceaz.com/privacy

He grew up at the end of the Oregon Trail with three brothers and a sister. By twelve, he was picking berries at a nearby farm. After working with adult immigrants at a furniture factory, he found a passion for adult education and has served at five community colleges, including four Hispanic Institutions. Since 2018, he has served as the president of Chandler-Gilbert Community College. He is the dog-loving, body-building, converse-wearing leader we love. Welcome, Dr. Greg Peterson. 

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Guiding Growth: Conversations with Community Leaders

Join our hosts, Sarah Watts and Ben Kalkman, as we explore the human journey of leaders - their stories of humility, triumph, roadblocks, and lessons learned - as they reflect on how they became who they are today and share stories of inspiration and hope with listeners. We'll take away the title, just for a moment, and enjoy a connection with the soul.

Be sure to subscribe to our show for more interviews with community leaders.

This podcast is brought to you by the Gilbert Chamber of Commerce and Rocket SPACE. Learn more about our show at https://guidinggrowth.co. View our Privacy Policy at https://rocketspaceaz.com/privacy

Adelaida is the president and chief executive officer of Bushtex Inc., an international satellite communications firm she founded with her husband in 1994 that specializes in remote broadcast transmissions for the government and broadcast networks. Among her many honors, Severson was inducted into Arizona State University’s Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication Hall of Fame in 2017. In addition, she was selected by AzBusiness magazine to its 2015 “Most Influential Women in Arizona” class; in 2014, the Phoenix Business Journal named her on its “Top 25 Dynamic Women in Business” list; and in 2013, she was selected as the Gilbert Chamber of Commerce Business Woman of the Year. Severson also serves as a trustee for ASU.

Severson earned both her doctorate degree in public administration and a Master of Mass Communication degree from ASU, and a Bachelor of Arts degree in journalism and international relations from the University of Southern California.

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Guiding Growth: Conversations with Community Leaders

Join our hosts, Sarah Watts and Ben Kalkman, as we explore the human journey of leaders - their stories of humility, triumph, roadblocks, and lessons learned - as they reflect on how they became who they are today and share stories of inspiration and hope with listeners. We'll take away the title, just for a moment, and enjoy a connection with the soul.

Be sure to subscribe to our show for more interviews with community leaders.

This podcast is brought to you by the Gilbert Chamber of Commerce and Rocket SPACE. Learn more about our show at https://guidinggrowth.co. View our Privacy Policy at https://rocketspaceaz.com/privacy

This guest is known for her incredible leadership of both business and community. A philanthropist at heart, she has raised three boys, been married for 30 years and has run an international businesses. She is a world traveler with a heart for Gilbert. Welcome Dr. Adelaida Severson.

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Guiding Growth: Conversations with Community Leaders

Join our hosts, Sarah Watts and Ben Kalkman, as we explore the human journey of leaders - their stories of humility, triumph, roadblocks, and lessons learned - as they reflect on how they became who they are today and share stories of inspiration and hope with listeners. We'll take away the title, just for a moment, and enjoy a connection with the soul.

Be sure to subscribe to our show for more interviews with community leaders.

This podcast is brought to you by the Gilbert Chamber of Commerce and Rocket SPACE. Learn more about our show at https://guidinggrowth.co. View our Privacy Policy at https://rocketspaceaz.com/privacy

Born in Flint, Michigan, today's guest was born to Polish immigrants as the middle of three children. He began his career as an accountant but returned to obtain his teaching degree. Eventually, he made the move to Gilbert, where he raised his family and served in the role of superintendent of Gilbert Public Schools for 20 years. He is now a legend of our community. Today, we welcome Dr. Wally Delecki.

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Guiding Growth: Conversations with Community Leaders

Join our hosts, Sarah Watts and Ben Kalkman, as we explore the human journey of leaders - their stories of humility, triumph, roadblocks, and lessons learned - as they reflect on how they became who they are today and share stories of inspiration and hope with listeners. We'll take away the title, just for a moment, and enjoy a connection with the soul.

Be sure to subscribe to our show for more interviews with community leaders.

This podcast is brought to you by the Gilbert Chamber of Commerce and Rocket SPACE. Learn more about our show at https://guidinggrowth.co. View our Privacy Policy at https://rocketspaceaz.com/privacy

She is a native Arizonian and a graduate of Gilbert High School - class of 1999. She is an ordained minister, and now an Associate Pastor at Life Community Church, the same church in which she grew up. She is the wife of Dan and, in 2018, adopted Declan - a precious and loving little boy. She is a Gilbert Leadership graduate and has a heart for serving people and serving God. She is Jaime Johnson.

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Guiding Growth: Conversations with Community Leaders

Join our hosts, Sarah Watts and Ben Kalkman, as we explore the human journey of leaders - their stories of humility, triumph, roadblocks, and lessons learned - as they reflect on how they became who they are today and share stories of inspiration and hope with listeners. We'll take away the title, just for a moment, and enjoy a connection with the soul.

Be sure to subscribe to our show for more interviews with community leaders.

This podcast is brought to you by the Gilbert Chamber of Commerce and Rocket SPACE. Learn more about our show at https://guidinggrowth.co. View our Privacy Policy at https://rocketspaceaz.com/privacy

He grew up in Mesa, Arizona and graduated with highest academic distinction, Summa Cum Laude, from Arizona State University, where he researched the brain of those impacted by Alzheimer's Disease. He moved to California, but the family business eventually called him home to Arizona. He is the youngest of six children and now is a husband to his wife Ashley and a father to three. He is the sole owner of Bunker Family Funerals and Cremation and recently was presented with the 2021 Visionary Award from the Gilbert Chamber. He is Bryce Bunker.

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Guiding Growth: Conversations with Community Leaders

Join our hosts, Sarah Watts and Ben Kalkman, as we explore the human journey of leaders - their stories of humility, triumph, roadblocks, and lessons learned - as they reflect on how they became who they are today and share stories of inspiration and hope with listeners. We'll take away the title, just for a moment, and enjoy a connection with the soul.

Be sure to subscribe to our show for more interviews with community leaders.

This podcast is brought to you by the Gilbert Chamber of Commerce and Rocket SPACE. Learn more about our show at https://guidinggrowth.co. View our Privacy Policy at https://rocketspaceaz.com/privacy

Jan Newton takes us on her journey of childhood heartbreak, the ability to stand out in a crowd, and the teacher who helped Jan realize her worth. After a mid-life reinvention, Jan found her second calling as the owner of Nothing Bundt Cakes, where she lives out her passion of leading her team, serving her community, and breaking franchise records. 

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Guiding Growth: Conversations with Community Leaders

Join our hosts, Sarah Watts and Ben Kalkman, as we explore the human journey of leaders - their stories of humility, triumph, roadblocks, and lessons learned - as they reflect on how they became who they are today and share stories of inspiration and hope with listeners. We'll take away the title, just for a moment, and enjoy a connection with the soul.

Be sure to subscribe to our show for more interviews with community leaders.

This podcast is brought to you by the Gilbert Chamber of Commerce and Rocket SPACE. Learn more about our show at https://guidinggrowth.co. View our Privacy Policy at https://rocketspaceaz.com/privacy